[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Department of Justice Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE (DOJ)






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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

8 CFR Ch. V

21 CFR Ch. I

27 CFR Ch. II

28 CFR Ch. I

Regulatory Agenda

AGENCY: Department of Justice.

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Justice is publishing its spring 2006 
regulatory agenda pursuant to Executive Order 12866 ``Regulatory 
Planning and Review,'' 58 FR 51735, and the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 
5 U.S.C. sections 601 to 612 (1988).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert Hinchman, Senior Counsel, 
Office of Legal Policy, Department of Justice, Room 4252, 950 
Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20530, (202) 514-8059.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) 
requires that, each year, the Department publish a list of those 
regulations that have a significant economic impact upon a substantial 
number of small entities and are to be reviewed under section 610 of 
the Act during the succeeding 12 months. This edition of the 
Department's unified agenda includes three regulations requiring such a 
review: ``Commerce in Explosives (Including Explosives in the Fireworks 
Industry)'' (RIN 1140-AA01); ``Nondiscrimination on the Basis of 
Disability in Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities'' (RIN 
1190-AA44); and ``Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State 
and Local Government Services'' (RIN 1190-AA46). In accordance with the 
RFA, comments are specifically invited on these regulations. Those 
comments should be addressed to the contact persons listed in the 
entries for these items.

Dated: March 2, 2006.

 Rachel L. Brand,

Assistant Attorney General, Office of Legal Policy.

                                     Bureau of Prisons--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1783        Victim/Witness Notification...........................................................    1120-AB25
1784        Autopsies.............................................................................    1120-AB26
1785        Searching and Detaining or Arresting Non-Inmates......................................    1120-AB28
1786        Incoming Publications: Security Measures..............................................    1120-AB31
1787        Inmate Work and Performance Pay Program: Reduction in Pay for Drug- and Alcohol-          1120-AB33
            Related Disciplinary Offenses.........................................................
1788        Administrative Remedy Program--Subpart Revision.......................................    1120-AB34
1789        Limited Communication for Terrorist Inmates...........................................    1120-AB35
1790        Possession or Introduction of Personal Firearms Prohibited on Federal Penal or            1120-AB37
            Correctional Institution Grounds......................................................
1791        Inmate Electronic Message Program.....................................................    1120-AB38
1792        Intensive Confinement Center Program..................................................    1120-AB39
1793        Inmate Access to Inmate Central File: PSRs and SORs...................................    1120-AB40
1794        Drug Abuse Treatment Program: Eligibility of DC Code Offenders for Early Release          1120-AB41
            Consideration.........................................................................
1795        Smoking/No Smoking Areas..............................................................    1120-AB42
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                                       Bureau of Prisons--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1796        Literacy Program......................................................................    1120-AA33
1797        Telephone Regulations and Inmate Financial Responsibility.............................    1120-AA39
1798        Good Conduct Time.....................................................................    1120-AA62
1799        Designation of Offenses Subject to Sex Offender Release Notification..................    1120-AA85
1800        Searches of Housing Units, Inmates, Inmate Work Areas, and Persons Other Than Inmates:    1120-AA90
            Electronic Devices....................................................................
1801        Drug Testing Program..................................................................    1120-AA95
1802        Correspondence: Inspection of Outgoing General Correspondence.........................    1120-AA98
1803        District of Columbia Educational Good Time Credit.....................................    1120-AB05
1804        Suicide Prevention Program............................................................    1120-AB06
1805        Drug Abuse Treatment Program: Subpart Revision and Clarification......................    1120-AB07
1806        National Security; Prevention of Acts of Violence and Terrorism.......................    1120-AB08
1807        Central Inmate Monitoring (CIM) System: Streamlining Rules............................    1120-AB14
1808        Inmate Discipline--Subpart Revision...................................................    1120-AB18
1809        Administrative Safeguards for Psychiatric Treatment and Medication....................    1120-AB20
1810        Classification and Program Review.....................................................    1120-AB32

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1811        Bureau of Prisons Central Office, Regional Offices, Institutions, and Staff Training      1120-AB36
            Centers: Removal of Addresses from Rules..............................................
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                                      Bureau of Prisons--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1812        Intensive Confinement Centers.........................................................    1120-AA11
1813        Good Conduct Time: Aliens With Confirmed Orders of Deportation, Exclusion, or Removal.    1120-AB12
1814        Civil Contempt of Court Commitments: Revision To Accommodate Commitments Under the DC     1120-AB13
            Code..................................................................................
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                                   Civil Rights Division--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1815        Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Public Accommodations and Commercial      1190-AA44
            Facilities (Section 610 Review).......................................................
1816        Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services       1190-AA46
            (Section 610 Review)..................................................................
1817        The Failure To Select Cause of Action of the American Competitiveness and Workforce       1190-AA48
            Improvement Act of 1998...............................................................
1818        Amendments to Procedures Advising States and Political Subdivisions Specially Covered     1190-AA51
            Under the Voting Rights Act How To Seek Preclearance From the Attorney General of
            Proposed Voting Changes...............................................................
1819        Amendments to Coordination of Enforcement of Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted      1190-AA52
            Programs and Implementation of Executive Order 12250..................................
1820        Procedures To Review Police Departments for a Pattern or Practice of Conduct That         1190-AA53
            Deprives Persons of Rights, Privileges, or Immunities Secured or Protected by the
            Constitution or Laws of the U.S.......................................................
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                                     Civil Rights Division--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1821        Amendments to the Attorney General's Guidelines on Implementation of the Language         1190-AA58
            Minority Provisions of the Voting Rights Act..........................................
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                    Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1822        Commerce in Explosives--Amended Definition of Propellant Actuated Device..............    1140-AA24
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                     Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1823        27 CFR 55 Commerce in Explosives--Explosive Pest Control Devices......................    1140-AA03
1824        27 CFR 178 Commerce in Firearms and Ammunition (Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations       1140-AA04
            Act of 1997)..........................................................................
1825        Machine Guns, Destructive Devices, and Certain Other Firearms--Amended Definition of      1140-AA23
            ``Pistol''............................................................................
1826        Commerce in Explosives--Hobby Rocket Motors...........................................    1140-AA25
1827        Implementation of the Child Safety Lock Act of 2005...................................    1140-AA26
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                     Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1828        Implementation of the Safe Explosives Act.............................................    1140-AA00
1829        27 CFR 55 Commerce in Explosives (Including Explosives in the Fireworks Industry)         1140-AA01
            (Rulemaking Resulting From a Section 610 Review)......................................
1830        27 CFR 178 Residency Requirement for Persons Acquiring Firearms.......................    1140-AA05
1831        27 CFR 55 Implementation of Public Law 104-208, the Omnibus Consolidated                  1140-AA06
            Appropriations Act of 1997, Relating to the Establishment of a National Repository for
            Arson and Explosives Information......................................................
1832        27 CFR 178 Public Law 105-277, Making Omnibus Consolidated and Emergency Supplemental     1140-AA08
            Appropriations for FY `99 Relating to Firearms Disabilities for Nonimmigrant Aliens...
1833        27 CFR 178 Implementation of Public Law 105-277 Relating to Secure Gun Storage........    1140-AA10
1834        Implementation of the Safe Explosives Act--Delivery of Explosive Materials by Common      1140-AA20
            or Contract Carrier...................................................................
1835        Commerce in Explosives--Separation Distances of Ammonium Nitrate and Blasting Agents      1140-AA27
            From Explosives or Blasting Agents....................................................
1836        Commerce in Firearms--Amended Definition of ``Alien Illegally or Unlawfully in the        1140-AA28
            United States''.......................................................................
1837        The U.S. Munitions Import List and Import Restrictions Applicable to Certain Countries    1140-AA29
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                     Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1838        Commerce in Firearms and Ammunition--Importation of Firearm Frames, Receivers, and        1140-AA22
            Barrels...............................................................................
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                              Drug Enforcement Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1839        Guidelines for Providing Controlled Substances to Ocean Vessels.......................    1117-AA40
1840        Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances....................................    1117-AA61
1841        Reorganization and Clarification of DEA Regulations...................................    1117-AA63
1842        Chemical Mixtures Containing Gamma-Butyrolactone......................................    1117-AA64
1843        Chemical Mixtures Containing Listed Forms of Phosphorus...............................    1117-AA66
1844        Electronic Application for Controlled Substances and Listed Chemical Registration:        1117-AA91
            Technical Amendments..................................................................
1845        Revision of Reporting Requirements for Imports and Exports of List I and List II          1117-AA92
            Chemicals.............................................................................
1846        Changes in the Regulation of Iodine and Its Chemical Mixtures.........................    1117-AA93
1847        Definition of Positional Isomer As It Pertains to the Control of Schedule I Controlled    1117-AA94
            Substances............................................................................
1848        Limited Exemption for Peyote Use in Traditional Ceremonies With a Traditional Indian      1117-AA97
            Religion by Members of Federally Recognized Indian Tribes.............................
1849        Reexportation of Controlled Substances................................................    1117-AB00
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                                Drug Enforcement Administration--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1850        Exemption of Chemical Mixtures........................................................    1117-AA31
1851        Clarification of Registration Requirements for Individual Practitioners...............    1117-AA89
1852        Control of Sodium Permanganate as a List II Chemical..................................    1117-AA90
1853        Controlled Substances and List I Chemical Registration and Reregistration Application     1117-AA96
            Fees..................................................................................
1854        Schedules of Controlled Substances: Exempt Anabolic Steroid Products..................    1117-AA98
1855        Dispensing and Prescribing Approved Narcotic Controlled Substances for Maintenance or     1117-AA99
            Detoxification Treatment; Removal of Patient Limitation for Dispensing or Prescribing
            by Individual Practitioners...........................................................
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                               Drug Enforcement Administration--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1856        Security Requirements for Handlers of Pseudoephedrine, Ephedrine, and                     1117-AA62
            Phenylpropanolamine...................................................................
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                               Drug Enforcement Administration--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1857        Chemical Registration Waivers; Exemption From Chemical Registration Fees for Certain      1117-AA67
            Persons...............................................................................
1858        Implementation of the Anabolic Steroid Control Act of 2004............................    1117-AA95
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                          Executive Office for Immigration Review--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1859        Authority of Immigration Judges To Issue Civil Money Penalties........................    1125-AA18
1860        Suspension of Deportation and Cancellation of Removal for Certain Battered Spouses and    1125-AA35
            Children; Motions To Reopen for Certain Battered Spouses and Children.................
1861        International Matchmaking Organizations; Civil Penalties..............................    1125-AA45
1862        Executive Office for Immigration Review; Rules Governing Immigration Proceedings......    1125-AA53
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                            Executive Office for Immigration Review--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1863        Suspension of Deportation and Cancellation of Removal.................................    1125-AA25
1864        Authorities Delegated to the Director of the Executive Office for Immigration Review      1125-AA27
            and the Chief Immigration Judge.......................................................
1865        Motions To Reopen for Suspension of Deportation and Special Rule Cancellation of          1125-AA31
            Removal Pursuant to Section 1505(c) of the LIFE Act Amendments........................
1866        Protective Orders in Immigration Administration Proceedings...........................    1125-AA38
1867        Executive Office for Immigration Review Attorney/Representative Registry..............    1125-AA39
1868        Transfer of Jurisdiction Over Appeals of Fines From the Board of Immigration Appeals      1125-AA41
            to the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer.............................
1869        Definitions; Fees; Powers and Authority of DHS Officers in Removal Proceedings........    1125-AA43
1870        Background and Security Investigation Checks in Proceedings Before Immigration Judges     1125-AA44
            and the Board of Immigration Appeals..................................................
1871        Review of Custody Determinations......................................................    1125-AA47
1872        Reopened Proceedings on Petitions for Alien Entrepreneur Immigrant Classification (EB-    1125-AA49
            5 Visas)..............................................................................
1873        Information Relating to Aliens' Duty To Surrender When Ordered Removed From the United    1125-AA51
            States................................................................................
1874        Venue in Removal Proceedings..........................................................    1125-AA52
1875        Affidavits of Support on Behalf of Immigrants.........................................    1125-AA54
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                              Federal Bureau of Investigation--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1876        Enhanced Exchange of Criminal History Record Information..............................    1110-AA20
1877        Carriage of Concealed Weapons Pursuant to Public Law 108-277, the Law Enforcement         1110-AA24
            Officers Safety Act of 2004...........................................................
1878        Inclusion of Nonserious Offense Identification Records................................    1110-AA25
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                                Federal Bureau of Investigation--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1879        Implementation of the National Stolen Passenger Motor Vehicle Information System          1110-AA01
            (NSPMVIS).............................................................................
1880        Regulations Under the Pam Lychner Sexual Offender Tracking and Identification Act.....    1110-AA04
1881        Final Notice of Capacity; Supplement To Respond to Remand.............................    1110-AA10
1882        Implementation of the Private Security Officer Employment Authorization Act of 2004...    1110-AA23
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                               Federal Bureau of Investigation--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1883        Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act: Definitions of ``Replaced'' and        1110-AA21
            ``Significantly Upgraded or Otherwise Undergone Major Modification''..................
1884        Implementation of Sections 104 and 109 of the Communications Assistance for Law           1110-AA22
            Enforcement Act--Notice of Actual and Maximum Capacity: Paging, MSS, SMR, and ESMR....
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                                      Legal Activities--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1885        Enhanced Notice and Release Procedures for Owners of Seized Property Pursuant to the      1105-AA74
            CAFRA of 2000; Disposition of Seized Property Too Costly To Maintain; Consolidation of
            Department Regulations................................................................
1886        Reporting Under the Protection of Children From Sexual Predators Act as Amended.......    1105-AB06
1887        Procedures for Suspension and Removal of Panel Trustees and Standing Trustees.........    1105-AB12
1888        Revision to United States Marshals Service Fees for Services..........................    1105-AB14
1889        Conforming OVW Grant Programs Regulations to Statutory Changes........................    1105-AB15
1890        Procedures for Review of Denial of Claims of Standing Trustee for Actual, Necessary       1105-AB16
            Expenses..............................................................................
1891        Approval of Nonprofit Budget and Credit Counseling Agencies and Financial Management      1105-AB17
            Instructional Courses.................................................................
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                                       Legal Activities--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1892        Designation of Agencies To Receive and Investigate Reports Required Under the             1105-AA65
            Protection of Children From Sexual Predators Act......................................
1893        Guidelines for the PROTECT Act Amendments to the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against          1105-AB08
            Children and Sexually Violent Offender Registration Act...............................
1894        DNA Sample Collection From Federal Offenders Under the Justice for All Act of 2004....    1105-AB09
1895        Preservation of Biological Evidence Under 18 U.S.C. 3600A.............................    1105-AB10
1896        Supplement to Justice Department Procedures and Council on Environmental Quality          1105-AB13
            Regulations To Ensure Compliance With the National Environmental Policy Act...........
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                                       Legal Activities--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1897        Ethical Standards for Attorneys for the Government....................................    1105-AA67
1898        National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) Reporting Regulations........    1105-AA71
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                                       Legal Activities--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1899        Minimum Qualifications for Annuity Brokers in Connection With Structured Settlements      1105-AA82
            Entered Into by the United States.....................................................
1900        STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program and STOP Violence Against Indian        1105-AB07
            Women Discretionary Grant Program: Clarification of Match Requirement.................
1901        Procedures To Promote Compliance With Crime Victims' Rights Obligations...............    1105-AB11
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                                 Office of Justice Programs--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1902        Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Crime Victim Compensation Program Regulations.............    1121-AA68
1903        Victim of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance Program..................................    1121-AA69
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                                  Office of Justice Programs--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1904        Correctional Facilities on Tribal Lands Grant Program.................................    1121-AA41
1905        Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Acts of 1998 and 2000..............................    1121-AA48
1906        Environmental Impact Review Procedures for the VOI/TIS Grant Program..................    1121-AA52
1907        Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program..............................................    1121-AA56
1908        International Terrorism Victim Expense Reimbursement Program..........................    1121-AA63
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                                  Office of Justice Programs--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1909        Criminal Intelligence Systems Operating Policies......................................    1121-AA59
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Department of Justice (DOJ)                         Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Prisons (BOP)



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1783. VICTIM/WITNESS NOTIFICATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) revises its 
rules on Victim/Witness Notifications to more accurately reflect 
updated and streamlined program processes and to clarify existing 
provisions by using simpler organization and language. For further 
simplification, we remove language relating solely to internal Agency 
practices and procedures.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB25
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1784. AUTOPSIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4005, 4042, 
4045, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or after 
November 1, 1987), 4241 to 4247, 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12, 
1984)

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 549.80

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) streamlines 
the rule on autopsies by removing internal agency management procedures 
that need not be stated in regulation.

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Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB26
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1785. SEARCHING AND DETAINING OR ARRESTING NON-INMATES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to 
amend its regulations on searching and detaining or arresting non-
inmates. This revision reorganizes current rules and makes other 
changes for clarity. We also make changes that would subject non-
inmates to random pat searches as a condition of entry to a Bureau 
facility.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/31/06                     71 FR 5026
NPRM Comment Period End         04/03/06
Final Action                    12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB28
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1786. INCOMING PUBLICATIONS: SECURITY MEASURES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301, 551, 552a; 18 USC 1791, 3621, 3622, 3624, 
4001, 4042, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or 
after November 1, 1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12, 
1984, as to offenses committed after that date); 28 USC 509, 510, 
530C(b)(6)

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 540

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) revises its 
regulations on incoming publications. This proposed rule streamlines 
and reorganizes the regulations. The amendment provides that inmates in 
all Bureau institutions may receive publications, whether hardcover or 
softcover, only from a publisher, book club, or bookstore. This 
amendment is necessary to reduce the amount of contraband introduced 
into Federal prisons through materials sent by mail. The presence of 
contraband in the prisons, including drugs, weapons, and escape-related 
materials poses grave dangers to staff, inmates, and the public. We 
considered alternate solutions to the problem of intercepting 
contraband, such as the use of technological security devices or 
increased staffing, but determined that these options were 
impracticable. This revision also adds advertising mail (advertising 
brochures, flyers, catalogs, and similar materials whose primary 
purpose is to sell a product or service) as a reason for rejection of 
an incoming publication. Advertising brochures, flyers, catalogs, and 
similar materials whose primary purpose is to sell a product(s) or 
service(s) will not be delivered to the inmate and will be destroyed 
without further notice to the inmate or sender.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB31
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1787. INMATE WORK AND PERFORMANCE PAY PROGRAM: REDUCTION IN PAY FOR 
DRUG- AND ALCOHOL-RELATED DISCIPLINARY OFFENSES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 3013, 3571, 3572, 3621, 3622, 3624, 3663, 4001, 
4042, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or after 
November 1, 1987); 18 USC 4126, 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12, 
1984, as to offenses committed after that date); 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509 
and 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 545.25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) amends 
regulations on inmate work and performance pay to require that inmates 
receiving performance pay who are found through the disciplinary 
process (found in 28 CFR part 541) to have committed a level 100 or 200 
series drug- or alcohol-related prohibited act will automatically have 
their performance pay reduced to maintenance pay level and be removed 
from any assigned work detail outside the secure perimeter of the 
institution.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB33
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1788. ADMINISTRATIVE REMEDY PROGRAM--SUBPART REVISION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081,

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4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or after November 1, 
1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12, 1984, as to offenses 
committed after that date); 28 USC 509 and 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 542

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) revises 
current regulations on the Administrative Remedy Program to clarify 
existing provisions and to expand the program to allow Federal inmates 
housed in contract facilities to file grievances related to Bureau 
issues. For further simplification, we remove language relating solely 
to internal Agency practices and procedures. The changes would provide 
a consistent approach to correct the current deficiency in the 
Administrative Remedy Program and to provide Federal inmates housed in 
contract facilities with a process for addressing issues for which only 
the Bureau may grant relief.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB34
_______________________________________________________________________




1789. LIMITED COMMUNICATION FOR TERRORIST INMATES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301, 551, 552a; 18 USC chs 113b and 115, 1791, 
3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081; 18 USC 4082 (Repealed in part as to 
offenses committed on or after November 1, 1987), 5006 to 5024 
(Repealed October 12, 1984, as to offenses committed after that date), 
5039; 28 USC 509, 510, 530C(b)(6)

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 540

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes a 
new rule that allows for limiting the communication opportunities of 
inmates charged with, convicted of, or detained in relation to an 
offense under title 18 U.S.C. chapters 113B or 115; or are charged with 
having engaged in, have engaged in, are detained in relation to, or are 
linked in any way to terrorist-related activity as part of their 
current or previous offense conduct or conduct while incarcerated. The 
rule allows for limiting individual inmate's communications when the 
Warden of the facility, in consultation with the Regional Director and 
approved by the Assistant Director, Correctional Programs Division, 
deems it necessary to ensure the safety, security, and good order of 
the institution; protection of the public; or national security.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/03/06                    71 FR 16520
NPRM Comment Period End         06/02/06
Final Action                    04/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: See also RIN 1120-AB08, National Security: 
Prevention of Acts of Violence and Terrorism.

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB35
_______________________________________________________________________




1790. POSSESSION OR INTRODUCTION OF PERSONAL FIREARMS PROHIBITED ON 
FEDERAL PENAL OR CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION GROUNDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 751, 752, 1791, 1792, 1793, 3050, 
3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4012, 4042, 4081, 4082 (Repealed as to offenses 
committed on or after November 1, 1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed 
October 12, 1984, as to offenses committed after that date); 28 USC 
509, 510; PL 80-772; 18 USC 1791 and 4042; PL 108-277 (18 USC 926B); 28 
CFR 6

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 511

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To help ensure the safe operation of Federal prisons, this 
proposed rule clarifies that possession or introduction of personal 
firearms, or attempting, aiding, or abetting possession or introduction 
of personal firearms, on Federal penal or correctional institution 
grounds is prohibited, with the following exceptions: (1) Personal 
firearms are permitted as required in the performance of official law 
enforcement duties; (2) law enforcement personnel are permitted to 
possess personal firearms on firing ranges located on Bureau of Prisons 
property, where constant possession and control of the firearm is 
maintained; and (3) an officer or employee of the Bureau of Prisons who 
resides on Bureau of Prisons property may store personal firearms in 
secure locations designated by the Warden, other than residences.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB37
_______________________________________________________________________




1791. INMATE ELECTRONIC MESSAGE PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301, 551, 552a; 18 USC 1791, 3621, 3622, 3624, 
4001, 4042, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to conduct occurring on or 
after November 1, 1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12, 
1984, as to conduct occurring after that date); 28 USC 509, 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 540, subpart C

[[Page 22856]]

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to establish an 
inmate electronic message program for general correspondence with 
persons in the community. We intend that this will provide inmates with 
an alternative means of written correspondence and provide the Bureau 
with a more efficient, cost effective, and secure method of managing 
inmate mail services. However, the inmates participating in this 
program will not have access to the Internet. As more inmates use the 
new electronic message program, it will reduce the opportunities to 
introduce contraband into Bureau facilities through inmate mail.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB38
_______________________________________________________________________




1792.  INTENSIVE CONFINEMENT CENTER PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 524

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to remove current 
rules on the intensive confinement center program (ICC). The ICC is a 
specialized program for non-violent offenders combining features of a 
military boot camp with traditional Bureau correctional values. The 
Bureau will no longer be offering the ICC program (also known as Shock 
Incarceration or Boot Camp) to inmates as a program option. This 
decision was made as part of an overall strategy to eliminate programs 
that do not reduce recidivism.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB39
_______________________________________________________________________




1793.  INMATE ACCESS TO INMATE CENTRAL FILE: PSRS AND 
SORS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 13 USC; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624; 18 USC 
4001, 4042, 4942, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to conduct occurring 
on or after November 1, 1987), 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12, 1984, 
as to conduct occurring after that date), 5039; 28 USC 509 and 510; 31 
USC 3711(f); 5 CFR 297

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 513.40

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to amend current 
regulations regarding inmate access to Inmate Central File materials to 
prohibit inmates incarcerated in Bureau facilities, including those in 
contract facilities or community confinement, from possessing their 
Pre-Sentence Investigation Reports (PSR), Statements of Reasons (SOR), 
or other similar sentencing documents from criminal judgments. Such 
inmates under this prohibition will be permitted to review their PSRs 
and SORs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB40
_______________________________________________________________________




1794.  DRUG ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAM: ELIGIBILITY OF DC 
CODE OFFENDERS FOR EARLY RELEASE CONSIDERATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3521 to 3528, 3621, 3622, 3624, 
4001, 4042, 4046, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed 
on or after November 1, 1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 
12, 1984, as to offenses committed after that date); 21 USC 848; 28 USC 
509 and 510; title V, PL 91-452, 84 Stat 933 (18 USC ch 223); DC Code 
sec 24-403.01(d-1)(1)

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to 
extend early release consideration to D.C. Code offenders pursuant to 
DC Code section 24-403.01.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB41
_______________________________________________________________________




1795.  SMOKING/NO SMOKING AREAS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 1512, 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4005, 
4042, 4081, 4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or after 
November 1, 1987); 18 USC 4161 to 4166 (Repealed as to offenses 
committed on or after November 1, 1987); 28 USC 509 and 510; PL 99-500, 
sec 209; Attorney General's May 1, 1995, Guidelines for Victim and 
Witness Assistance

[[Page 22857]]

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 551

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to 
revise regulations pertaining to smoking/no smoking for inmates in 
Bureau facilities. The revised regulations indicate that smoking is 
generally prohibited in and on the grounds of Bureau institutions and 
offices, with the following two exceptions: Smoking is permitted as 
part of an authorized inmate religious activity; and, for all persons 
who wish to enter, or are present inside, Bureau facilities, other than 
inmates in Bureau custody, smoking is permitted only in smoking areas 
designated by the Warden. This rule also clarifies that possession of 
smoking apparatus and tobacco in any form is prohibited for inmates, 
unless as part of an authorized inmate religious activity. Smoking is 
defined as inhaling the smoke of any substance through the use of 
smoking apparatus including, but not limited to, cigars, cigarettes, or 
pipes. We intend this amendment to promote a clean air environment and 
to protect the health and safety of staff and inmates.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB42
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                            Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Prisons (BOP)



_______________________________________________________________________




1796. LITERACY PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 3621 to 3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 
4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039; 28 USC 509 
to 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 544.70 to 544.76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document makes changes to the Bureau's literacy program 
regulations for the sake of clarification or simplification.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/26/97                    62 FR 50791
Interim Final Rule Effective    11/03/97
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/25/97
Final Action                    10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AA33
_______________________________________________________________________




1797. TELEPHONE REGULATIONS AND INMATE FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 3621 to 3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 
4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 540

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) is withdrawing certain 
provisions in its rules on telephone regulations and on the inmate 
financial responsibility program (IFRP) which were published in the 
Federal Register on April 4, 1994 (59 FR 15812).
In the April 4, 1994, revision of its rules on telephone regulations 
and on the IFRP, the Bureau delayed the effective date for provisions 
in sections 540.105(c) and 545.11(d)(10), which imposed limitations on 
the telephone privileges of inmates refusing to participate in the 
IFRP. These provisions were to become effective January 3, 1995. Due to 
ongoing litigation in Washington v. Reno, the effective date for these 
provisions was further delayed until January 4, 1996 (60 FR 240).
In accordance with the Court-approved settlement in Washington v. Reno, 
through this rule, the Bureau withdrew these provisions and the 
reference to the IFRP telephone restrictions in 28 CFR section 
540.100(a) and published at 61 FR 92 a new proposed rule to impose a 
different restriction on the telephone privileges of inmates who refuse 
to participate in the IFRP. This rule was finalized on December 28, 
1999 (64 FR 72798, see RIN 1120-AA49).
On July 1, 2005, we merged the two rules described above (1120-AA49 and 
this rule). The Bureau is currently developing a rule finalizing the 
interim rules.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/02/96                       61 FR 90
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/04/96
Final Action                    12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________




1798. GOOD CONDUCT TIME

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 3568; 28 USC 509 to 510; 18 USC 3621 to 3622; 
18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 USC 4161

[[Page 22858]]

to 4166; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 523

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document notes the statutory requirements for the 
awarding of good conduct time, including the Bureau's consideration in 
instances where the inmate does not have a high school diploma or GED 
and is not making satisfactory progress toward earning a high school 
diploma or GED.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/26/97                    62 FR 50786
Interim Final Rule Effective    11/03/97
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/25/97
Final Action                    11/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________




1799. DESIGNATION OF OFFENSES SUBJECT TO SEX OFFENDER RELEASE 
NOTIFICATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 3565; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5031 to 5042; 
28 USC 509 to 510; 18 USC 2568 to 3569; 18 USC 3582; 18 USC 3621 to 
3622; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 USC 4161 to 
4166; 18 USC 4201 to 4218

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 571

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document designates various offenses as sexual offenses 
for purposes of 18 U.S.C. 4042(c). The designations ensure that 
notifications can be made for military offenders, for District of 
Columbia Code offenders, and for these and other Federal inmates with a 
sex offense in their criminal history.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/16/98                    63 FR 69386
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/16/99
Final Action                    09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AA85
_______________________________________________________________________




1800. SEARCHES OF HOUSING UNITS, INMATES, INMATE WORK AREAS, AND PERSONS 
OTHER THAN INMATES: ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 751 to 752; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039; 
28 USC 509 to 510; 18 USC 1791 to 1793; 18 USC 3050; 18 USC 3621 to 
3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 4012; 18 USC 4042; 18 USC 4081 
to 4082

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 511; 28 CFR 552

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document clarifies provisions in the Bureau's 
regulations that pertain to the use of electronic devices in searches 
of inmates and persons other than inmates.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/25/99                     64 FR 9431
NPRM Comment Period End         04/26/99
Final Action                    10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AA90
_______________________________________________________________________




1801. DRUG TESTING PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 3621 to 3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 
4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 USC 4251 to 4255; 18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 
USC 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 550

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document consolidates into a single drug testing program 
separately stated regulations on alcohol testing and urine 
surveillance. The consolidated regulations provide for more flexibility 
in the use of testing methods.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/21/00                    65 FR 57126
NPRM Comment Period End         11/20/00
Final Action                    11/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AA95
_______________________________________________________________________




1802. CORRESPONDENCE: INSPECTION OF OUTGOING GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 551; 5 USC 552a; 18 USC 1791; 18 USC 3621 to 
3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 USC 4001; 18 USC 4042; 18 USC 4081 to 4082; 18 
USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 540.14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document amends the Bureau's regulations on 
correspondence to require that outgoing inmate general correspondence 
at all institutions may not be sealed and may be read and

[[Page 22859]]

inspected by staff. This amendment is intended to provide for the 
continued efficient and secure operation of the institution and to 
protect the public. The requirement does not apply to special mail.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/27/99                    64 FR 40718
NPRM Comment Period End         09/27/99
Final Action                    07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AA98
_______________________________________________________________________




1803. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA EDUCATIONAL GOOD TIME CREDIT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 3568; 18 USC 3621; 18 USC 3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 
USC 4001; 18 USC 4042; 18 USC 4081; 18 USC 4082; 18 USC 4161 to 4166; 
18 USC 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 523

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule establishes procedures for awarding educational 
good time credit consistent with the DC Code for offenders in Bureau 
institutions or Bureau contract facilities, under the National Capital 
Revitalization and Self-Government Improvement Act of 1997, who 
committed their offenses before August 5, 2000.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/24/02                    67 FR 48385
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/23/02
Final Action                    08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB05
_______________________________________________________________________




1804. SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081, 4082, 5006 
to 5024, 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 552

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document revises Bureau regulations on the suicide 
prevention program for the sake of clarity and in order to remove 
Agency management procedures that do not need to be stated in 
regulations. The revised regulations more clearly delineate for the 
inmate the procedures used to identify and protect inmates deemed to be 
at risk for suicide.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/13/00                    65 FR 67670
NPRM Comment Period End         01/12/01
Final Action                    11/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB06
_______________________________________________________________________




1805. DRUG ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAM: SUBPART REVISION AND CLARIFICATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 3521 to 3528, 4042, 4046, 4081, 4082, 5006 to 
5024, 5039; 28 USC 848, 509, 510; 18 USC 3621 to 3622; 18 USC 3624; 18 
USC 4001; . . .

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 550

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons proposes to amend its 
regulations on the drug abuse treatment program. We intend this 
amendment to streamline and clarify these regulations, eliminating 
unnecessary text and obsolete language, and removing internal agency 
procedures that need not be in rules text.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (BOP 1093)                 09/20/00                    65 FR 56840
NPRM (BOP 1093) Comment Period 
End                             11/20/00
NPRM (BOP 1109)                 07/01/04                    69 FR 39887
NPRM (BOP 1109) Comment Period 
End                             08/30/04
Final Action                    06/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The action previously reported at RIN 1120-AA88 
has been merged into this rulemaking.

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB07
_______________________________________________________________________




1806. NATIONAL SECURITY; PREVENTION OF ACTS OF VIOLENCE AND TERRORISM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081, 
4082, 4161 to 4166, 5006 to 5024; 18 USC 5039; 28 USC 509, 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 500, 501

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Current Bureau of Prisons regulations on institutional 
management authorize the Bureau to impose special administrative 
measures with respect to specified inmates, based on information 
provided by senior intelligence or law enforcement officials, where it 
has been determined to be necessary to prevent the

[[Page 22860]]

dissemination either of classified information that could endanger the 
national security or of other information that could lead to acts of 
violence and terrorism.
This rule extends the period of time for which such special 
administrative measures may be imposed from 120 days to up to 1 year 
and modifies the standards for approving extensions of such special 
administrative measures for further increments of time. In addition, in 
those cases where the Attorney General has certified that reasonable 
suspicion exists to believe that an inmate may use communications with 
attorneys or their agents to further or facilitate acts of violence or 
terrorism, this rule amends the existing regulations to provide that 
the Bureau is authorized to monitor mail or communications with 
attorneys in order to deter such acts, subject to specific procedural 
safeguards, to the extent permitted under the Constitution and laws of 
the United States. Finally, this rule provides that the head of each 
component of the Department of Justice that has custody of persons for 
whom special administrative measures are determined to be necessary may 
exercise the same authority to impose such measures as the Director of 
the Bureau of Prisons.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/30/01                    66 FR 55062
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/31/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/31/01
Final Action                    10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: See also: 1120-AA35, Limited Communication for 
Terrorist Inmates

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB08
_______________________________________________________________________




1807. CENTRAL INMATE MONITORING (CIM) SYSTEM: STREAMLINING RULES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621 to 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081 
to 4082; 18 USC 223; 18 USC 5006 to 5024, 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510; . . 
 

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 524

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to 
streamline its rules on the Central Inmate Monitoring system (CIM). We 
intend this amendment to streamline our regulations by removing 
internal agency management procedures that need not be stated in 
regulation. Bureau policy is a more appropriate vehicle through which 
to provide instruction and guidance to staff. All the provisions we 
removed consist of our instruction and guidance to Bureau staff. These 
provisions relate solely to internal agency management and practice and 
do not impose obligations or confer any benefits upon our regulated 
entities (the inmates) or the public. The procedures that were in these 
regulations will continue to exist, unchanged, in our policy statement 
on the Admission and Orientation Program. Any requirement imposed on 
our staff in these rules will remain a Bureau-wide requirement in our 
policy. It is important to note that we have not changed the substance 
of the CIM rules.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB14
_______________________________________________________________________




1808. INMATE DISCIPLINE--SUBPART REVISION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621 to 3622, 4001, 4042, 4081 to 
4082; 18 USC 4161 to 4166, 5006 to 5024, 5039; 28 USC 509 to 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to 
amend its Inmate Discipline and Special Housing Unit (SHU) regulations. 
We intend this amendment to streamline and clarify these regulations, 
eliminating unnecessary text and obsolete language and removing 
internal agency procedures (guidance to staff on how to implement 
disciplinary processes) that need not be in rules text. The changes 
involve extensive reorganization and updates to obsolete and 
unnecessary disciplinary codes and processes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/26/05                    70 FR 43093
NPRM Comment Period End         09/26/05
Final Action                    06/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB18
_______________________________________________________________________




1809. ADMINISTRATIVE SAFEGUARDS FOR PSYCHIATRIC TREATMENT AND MEDICATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 10 USC 876b; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3524, 4001, 
4005, 4042, 4045, 4081, 4082; 18 USC 4241 to 4247, 5006 to 5024, 5039; 
28 USC 509, 510

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 549

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) amends its

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regulations on Psychiatric Treatment and Medication. We make several 
minor word changes to conform more closely with the language of 18 
U.S.C. sections 4241 to 4247 on psychiatric hospitalization. We remove 
from the rule one element of the standard for determining whether 
treatment or psychotropic medication is necessary because this element 
is inconsistent with community standards and case law. We also change 
the rules to conform with statutory authority regarding military 
prisoners and District of Columbia (DC) Code violators in Bureau 
custody. Previously, our procedures for involuntary psychiatric 
treatment and medication did not apply to military prisoners or DC Code 
violators. Under new statutory authority, military prisoners who are 
incompetent to stand trial, or who have been found not guilty by reason 
of lack of mental responsibility may now be committed to the Bureau's 
custody. Sentenced DC Code offenders may now be involuntarily committed 
to a Bureau psychiatric hospital. Such military prisoners and DC Code 
violators are subject to our regulations. We revise the applicability 
statement accordingly.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/29/03                    68 FR 74892
NPRM Comment Period End         02/27/04
Final Action                    12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB20
_______________________________________________________________________




1810. CLASSIFICATION AND PROGRAM REVIEW

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 524

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) proposes to 
revise its regulations on classification and program review to remove 
unnecessary regulations and to ensure that classification and program 
review procedures adequately address inmate needs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/03/05                    70 FR 66814
NPRM Comment Period End         01/03/06
Final Action                    08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB32
_______________________________________________________________________




1811. BUREAU OF PRISONS CENTRAL OFFICE, REGIONAL OFFICES, INSTITUTIONS, 
AND STAFF TRAINING CENTERS: REMOVAL OF ADDRESSES FROM RULES

Priority: Info./Admin./Other. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 18 USC 3621, 3622, 3624, 4001, 4042, 4081, 
4082 (Repealed in part as to offenses committed on or after November 1, 
1987); 18 USC 5006 to 5024 (Repealed October 12, 1984, as to offenses 
committed after that date); 28 USC 509, 510, 1346(b), 2671 to 2680; 28 
CFR 0.95 to 0.99, 0.172, 14.1-11

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 503; 28 CFR 543

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this document, the Bureau of Prisons (Bureau) removes its 
rules listing the addresses of Bureau facilities in each of its 
regions. We will replace these rules with a short description of the 
Bureau's structure, the address of the Bureau's Central Office, and a 
reference to the Bureau's Internet address containing current and 
frequently updated contact information on Bureau facilities and 
Regional Offices. This change will enable the Bureau to more quickly 
and accurately provide updated contact information to members of the 
public, in light of frequently changing circumstances.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/04/05                    70 FR 67090
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      01/03/06
Final Action                    06/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi, Rules Administrator, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Prisons, 320 First Street NW, HOLC Building, 
Washington, DC 20534
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB36
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                           Completed Actions


Bureau of Prisons (BOP)



_______________________________________________________________________




1812. INTENSIVE CONFINEMENT CENTERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 524.31 to 524.34

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Merged With 1120-AB39           01/30/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi

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Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AA11
_______________________________________________________________________




1813. GOOD CONDUCT TIME: ALIENS WITH CONFIRMED ORDERS OF DEPORTATION, 
EXCLUSION, OR REMOVAL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 523.20

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/03/05                    70 FR 66752
Final Action Effective          12/05/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB12
_______________________________________________________________________




1814. CIVIL CONTEMPT OF COURT COMMITMENTS: REVISION TO ACCOMMODATE 
COMMITMENTS UNDER THE DC CODE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 522

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/04/05                    70 FR 67091

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sarah N. Qureshi
Phone: 202 307-2105
Fax: 202 305-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1120-AB13
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                         Proposed Rule Stage


Civil Rights Division (CRT)



_______________________________________________________________________




1815. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN PUBLIC 
ACCOMMODATIONS AND COMMERCIAL FACILITIES (SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509; 28 USC 510; 42 USC 12186(b)

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In 1991, the Department of Justice published regulations to 
implement title III of the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 
(ADA). Those regulations include the ADA Standards for Accessible 
Design, which establish requirements for the design and construction of 
accessible facilities that are consistent with the ADA Accessibility 
Guidelines (ADAAG) published by the U.S. Architectural and 
Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (Access Board). In the time 
since the regulations became effective, the Department of Justice and 
the Access Board have each gathered a great deal of information 
regarding the implementation of the Standards. The Access Board began 
the process of revising ADAAG a number of years ago. It published new 
ADAAG in final form on July 23, 2004, after having published guidelines 
in proposed form in November 1999 and in draft final form in April 
2002. In order to maintain consistency between ADAAG and the ADA 
Standards, the Department is reviewing its title III regulations and 
expects to propose, in one or more stages, to adopt revised ADA 
Standards consistent with the final revised ADAAG and to make related 
revisions to the Department's title III regulations. In addition to 
maintaining consistency between ADAAG and the Standards, the purpose of 
this review and these revisions will be to more closely coordinate with 
voluntary standards; to clarify areas which, through inquiries and 
comments to the Department's technical assistance phone lines, have 
been shown to cause confusion; to reflect evolving technologies in 
areas affected by the Standards; and to comply with section 610 of the 
Regulatory Flexibility Act, which requires agencies once every 10 years 
to review rules that have a significant economic impact upon a 
substantial number of small entities.
The first step in adopting revised Standards was an advance notice of 
proposed rulemaking that was published in the Federal Register on 
September 30, 2004, at 69 FR 58768, issued under both title II and 
title III. The Department believes that the advance notice will 
simplify and clarify the preparation of the proposed rule to follow. In 
addition to giving notice that the proposed rule will adopt revised ADA 
accessibility standards, the advance notice raised questions for public 
comment and proposed a framework for the regulatory analysis that will 
accompany the proposed rule.
The adoption of revised ADAAG will also serve to address changes to the 
ADA Standards previously proposed in RIN 1190-AA26, RIN 1190-AA38, RIN 
1190-AA47, and RIN 1190-AA50, all of which have now been withdrawn from 
the Unified Agenda. These changes will include technical specifications 
for facilities designed for use by children, accessibility standards 
for State and local government facilities, play areas, and recreation 
facilities, all of which had previously been published by the Access 
Board.
The timetable set forth below refers to the notice of proposed 
rulemaking that the Department will issue as the second step of the 
above described title III rulemaking. This notice of proposed 
rulemaking will be issued under both title II and title III. For 
purposes of the title III regulation, this notice will propose to adopt 
revised ADA Standards for Accessible Design consistent with the minimum 
guidelines of the revised ADAAG. The second stage will initiate the 
review of the regulation in accordance with the requirements of section 
610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, as amended by the Small Business 
Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 (SBREFA).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/30/04                    69 FR 58768
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/28/05

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ANPRM Comment Period Extended   01/19/05                     70 FR 2992
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/31/05
NPRM                            01/00/07
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: RIN 1190-AA44, which will effect changes to 28 
CFR 36 (the Department's regulation implementing title III of the ADA), 
is related to another rulemaking of the Civil Rights Division, RIN 
1190-AA46, which will effect changes to 28 CFR 35 (the Department's 
regulation implementing title II of the ADA).

Agency Contact: John L. Wodatch, Chief, Disability Rights Section, 
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, P.O. Box 66738, 
Washington, DC 20035
Phone: 800 514-0301
TDD Phone: 800 514-0383
Fax: 202 307-1198

RIN: 1190-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________




1816. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN STATE AND LOCAL 
GOVERNMENT SERVICES (SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509 to 510; 42 USC 12134; PL 101-336

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 35

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On July 26, 1991, the Department published its final rule 
implementing title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). On 
November 16, 1999, the U.S. Architectural and Transportation Barriers 
Compliance Board (Access Board) issued its first comprehensive review 
of the ADA Accessibility Guidelines, which form the basis of the 
Department's ADA Standards for Accessible Design. The Access Board 
published an Availability of Draft Final Guidelines on April 2, 2002, 
and published the ADA Accessibility Guidelines in final form on July 
23, 2004. The ADA (section 204(c)) requires the Department's standards 
to be consistent with the Access Board's guidelines. In order to 
maintain consistency between ADAAG and the Standards, the Department is 
reviewing its title II regulations and expects to propose, in one or 
more stages, to adopt revised standards consistent with new ADAAG. The 
Department will also, in one or more stages, review its title II 
regulations for purposes of section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility 
Act and make related changes to its title II regulations.
In addition to the statutory requirement for the rule, the social and 
economic realities faced by Americans with disabilities dictate the 
need for the rule. Individuals with disabilities cannot participate in 
the social and economic activities of the Nation without being able to 
access the programs and services of State and local governments. 
Further, amending the Department's ADA regulations will improve the 
format and usability of the ADA Standards for Accessible Design; 
harmonize the differences between the ADA Standards and national 
consensus standards and model codes; update the ADA Standards to 
reflect technological developments that meet the needs of persons with 
disabilities; and coordinate future ADA Standards revisions with 
national standards and model code organizations. As a result, the 
overarching goal of improving access for persons with disabilities so 
that they can benefit from the goods, services, and activities provided 
to the public by covered entities will be met.
The first part of the rulemaking process was an advance notice of 
proposed rulemaking, published in the Federal Register on September 30, 
2004, at 69 FR 58768, issued under both title II and title III. The 
Department believes the advance notice will simplify and clarify the 
preparation of the proposed rule to follow. In addition to giving 
notice of the proposed rule that will adopt revised ADA accessibility 
standards, the advance notice raised questions for public comment and 
proposed a framework for the regulatory analysis that will accompany 
the proposed rule.
The adoption of revised ADA Standards consistent with revised ADAAG 
will also serve to address changes to the ADA Standards previously 
proposed under RIN 1190-AA26, RIN 1190-AA38, RIN 1190-AA47, and RIN 
1190-AA50, all of which have now been withdrawn from the Unified 
Agenda. These changes will include technical specifications for 
facilities designed for use by children, accessibility standards for 
State and local government facilities, play areas, and recreation 
facilities, all of which had previously been published by the Access 
Board.
The timetable set forth below refers to the notice of proposed 
rulemaking that the Department will issue as the second step of the 
above-described title II rulemaking. This notice of proposed rulemaking 
will be issued under both title II and title III. For purposes of the 
title II regulation alone, this notice will also propose to eliminate 
the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) as an alternative to 
the ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/30/04                    69 FR 58768
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/28/05
ANPRM Comment Period Extended   01/19/05                     70 FR 2992
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/31/05
NPRM                            01/00/07
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected:  Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Additional Information: RIN 1190-AA46, which will effect changes to 28 
CFR 35 (the Department's regulation implementing title II of the ADA), 
is related to another rulemaking of the Civil Rights Division, RIN 
1190-AA44, which will effect changes to 28 CFR 36 (the Department's 
regulation implementing title III of the ADA). By adopting revised 
ADAAG, this rulemaking will, among other things, address changes to the 
ADA Standards previously proposed in RINs 1190-AA26, 1190-AA36, and 
1190-AA38, which have been withdrawn and merged into this rulemaking. 
These changes include accessibility standards for State and local 
government facilities that had been previously published by the Access 
Board (RIN 1190-AA26) and

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the timing for the compliance of State and local governments with the 
curb-cut requirements of the title II regulation (RIN 1190-AA36). In 
order to consolidate regulatory actions implementing title II of the 
ADA, on February 15, 2000, RINs 1190-AA26 and 1190-AA38 were merged 
into this rulemaking and on March 5, 2002, RIN 1190-AA36 was merged 
into this rulemaking.

Agency Contact: John L. Wodatch, Chief, Disability Rights Section, 
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, P.O. Box 66738, 
Washington, DC 20035
Phone: 800 514-0301
TDD Phone: 800 514-0383
Fax: 202 307-1198

RIN: 1190-AA46
_______________________________________________________________________




1817. THE FAILURE TO SELECT CAUSE OF ACTION OF THE AMERICAN 
COMPETITIVENESS AND WORKFORCE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1998

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1182(n)(5); 8 USC 1103(a); 8 USC 1182(n); 8 USC 
1324b

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 44.500; 28 CFR 68

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The American Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act 
(ACWIA)--enacted as part of the Omnibus Consolidated and Emergency 
Supplemental Appropriations Act of 1998--made various changes to the 
Immigration and Nationality Act (the INA) relating to temporary 
nonimmigrant professionals. In this rule (RIN 1190-AA48), the 
Department's Office of Special Counsel for Immigration-Related Unfair 
Employment Practices (OSC) will implement the ACWIA ``failure to 
select'' protections--codified in the INA at section 212(n)(5)--by 
establishing a process under which U.S. workers may file complaints 
against certain employers deemed ``H-1B dependent'' that deny them 
employment opportunities by improperly hiring temporary foreign 
professionals on H-1B visas. Under this process, OSC may receive and 
review these complaints, and then--if there is reasonable cause to 
believe the allegations--initiate binding arbitration proceedings 
through the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS). Although 
this cause of action, originally enacted in ACWIA, sunset on October 1, 
2003, it was revived in the H-1B Visa Reform Act of 2004.
This rule also changes regulations of the Office of the Chief 
Administrative Hearing Officer (OCAHO) of the Executive Office for 
Immigration Review (EOIR) to provide for the review of arbitrators' 
decisions and, where appropriate, the award of administrative relief 
for a ``failure to select'' cause of action under the American 
Competitiveness and Workforce Improvement Act of 1988. This new cause 
of action allows an aggrieved party to file a complaint against a 
covered employer when it seeks to hire an H-1B visa holder over an 
equally or better qualified United States worker who applied for the 
job. Arbitrators of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service will 
adjudicate the complaints. The regulation also allows the Office of the 
Chief Administrative Hearing Officer to review the Arbitrator's 
findings, if necessary, and to impose remedies against the employer. 
This rule is being coordinated with EOIR, the Department of Labor 
(DOL), and the FMCS.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ACWIA increased the numerical cap on H-1B 
nonimmigrant aliens; required certain dependent employers to make 
additional attestations to the Department of Labor (DOL); increased the 
penalties for employers who have been found to be in violation of DOL's 
rules; and created a ``whistle blower'' clause to protect H-1B workers 
who filed complaints against their employer.

Agency Contact: Katherine A. Baldwin, Deputy Special Counsel, 
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Office of Special Counsel 
for Immigration-Related Unfair Employment Practices, 950 Pennsylvania 
Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 616-5594
Fax: 202 616-5509

Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of Justice, Executive 
Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, Suite 2600, Falls 
Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1190-AA48
_______________________________________________________________________




1818. AMENDMENTS TO PROCEDURES ADVISING STATES AND POLITICAL 
SUBDIVISIONS SPECIALLY COVERED UNDER THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT HOW TO SEEK 
PRECLEARANCE FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF PROPOSED VOTING CHANGES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509 to 510; 42 USC 1973a(c); 42 USC 
1973c

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 requires certain 
States and their political subdivisions (covered jurisdictions) to 
obtain ``preclearance'' from the Federal Government of proposed changes 
in voting practices and procedures prior to their implementation. 
Preclearance may be obtained either through litigation in the United 
States District Court for the District of Columbia or administratively 
from the Attorney General. In 1971, the Department first issued 
procedures for the administration of section 5 to inform covered 
jurisdictions concerning the manner in which they could comply with 
section 5 in the administrative proceeding before the Attorney General. 
In subsequent years, the Department has amended these procedures to 
reflect changes in section 5 law, in the Attorney General's internal 
practices, and to make the procedures clearer and easier to follow. In 
the many years since the last major amendment to the procedures, there 
have been significant changes in section 5 law and in the practices 
employed by the Department in processing submissions, which are not 
reflected in the existing procedures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

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Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Agency Contact: John K. Tanner, Chief, Voting Section, Department of 
Justice, Civil Rights Division, 1800 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202 514-2386

RIN: 1190-AA51
_______________________________________________________________________




1819. AMENDMENTS TO COORDINATION OF ENFORCEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION IN 
FEDERALLY ASSISTED PROGRAMS AND IMPLEMENTATION OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 12250

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 2000d et seq; 29 USC 706; 29 USC 794; EO 12250

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 42.401 to 42.415; 28 CFR 41.1 to 41.58

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In 1988, the Civil Rights Restoration Act (CRRA) added 
definitions of ``program or activity'' and ``program'' to title VI and 
added a definition of ``program or activity'' to section 504. The added 
definitions were designed to clarify the broad scope of coverage of 
recipients' programs or activities under these statutes. In a joint 
rulemaking described at RIN 1190-AA49, and published in the Federal 
Register on August 26, 2003, the Department of Justice and other 
Federal agencies conformed their regulations to the CRRA.
In the rulemaking described under this RIN (1190-AA52) the Department 
of Justice proposes to make conforming amendments to its coordination 
regulations concerning agency enforcement of title VI of the Civil 
Rights Act of 1964, 28 CFR 42.401 to 42.415, and agency enforcement of 
section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 28 CFR 41.1 to 41.58. 
The proposed amendments explicitly incorporate the CRRA's definitions 
of ``program or activity'' and ``program'' into the Department's title 
VI and section 504 coordination regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State

Agency Contact: Merrily A. Friedlander, Chief, Coordination and Review 
Section, Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, P.O. Box 66560, 
Washington, DC 20035-6560
Phone: 202 307-2222
TDD Phone: 202 307-2678
Fax: 202 307-0595
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1190-AA52
_______________________________________________________________________




1820. PROCEDURES TO REVIEW POLICE DEPARTMENTS FOR A PATTERN OR PRACTICE 
OF CONDUCT THAT DEPRIVES PERSONS OF RIGHTS, PRIVILEGES, OR IMMUNITIES 
SECURED OR PROTECTED BY THE CONSTITUTION OR LAWS OF THE U.S.

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Pursuant to the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act 
of 1994, 42 U.S.C. section 14141 (section 14141), the Attorney General 
is authorized to file lawsuits seeking court orders to reform police 
departments engaging in a pattern or practice of conduct that deprives 
persons of rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the 
Constitution or laws of the United States. To date, the Department of 
Justice has conducted reviews of police departments pursuant to section 
14141 using informal procedures. The purpose of this rule is to 
formalize the procedures by which the Department reviews police 
departments for a pattern or practice of unlawful conduct.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/07
NPRM Comment Period End         03/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Brad Schlozman, Deputy Assistant Attorney General, 
Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division, Room 3337, 950 
Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 305-8060

RIN: 1190-AA53
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                            Final Rule Stage


Civil Rights Division (CRT)



_______________________________________________________________________




1821. AMENDMENTS TO THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S GUIDELINES ON IMPLEMENTATION 
OF THE LANGUAGE MINORITY PROVISIONS OF THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509 to 510; 42 USC 1973b; 42 USC 
1973j(d); 42 USC 1973aa-1a to 1973aa-2

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 55

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The language minority provisions of the Voting Rights Act, 
sections 4(f)(4) and 203, require that certain States and political 
subdivisions of States (covered jurisdictions) provide materials and 
information about elections and voting in one or more languages other 
than English. Under section 203, coverage determinations are based on 
Census data, made by the Director of the Census, become effective upon 
publication in the Federal Register and are not subject to judicial 
review. In 1976, the Department first issued guidelines on 
implementation of the language minority provisions of the Voting Rights 
Act to assist jurisdictions in understanding how the Department 
measures compliance and enforces these provisions. A table listing 
jurisdictions covered by both section 4(f)(4) and section 203, as well 
as the language minority group or groups for which each is covered, is 
included as an Appendix to the guidelines. In subsequent years, the 
Department has amended these guidelines to reflect changes enacted in 
the section 203

[[Page 22866]]

coverage formula and new section 203 determinations by the Director of 
the Census, which have made after each decennial census. The last such 
revision to the guidelines were published as a final rule without 
notice or comment period (58 FR 35371; July 1, 1993). On July 26, 2002, 
the Director of the Census published in the Federal Register new 
section 203 determinations based on 2000 Census data (67 FR 48871; July 
26, 2002). The appendix should be updated to reflect these 
determinations currently in effect. The section 4(f)(4) determinations 
have not changed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John K. Tanner, Chief, Voting Section, Department of 
Justice, Civil Rights Division, 1800 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20006
Phone: 202 514-2386

RIN: 1190-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                         Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)



_______________________________________________________________________




1822. COMMERCE IN EXPLOSIVES--AMENDED DEFINITION OF PROPELLANT ACTUATED 
DEVICE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 847

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Justice is proposing to amend the 
regulations of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 
(ATF) to clarify that the term ``propellant actuated device'' does not 
include hobby rocket motors or rocket-motor reload kits consisting of 
or containing ammonium perchlorate composite propellant (APCP), black 
powder, or other similar low explosives.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                            Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)



_______________________________________________________________________




1823. COMMERCE IN EXPLOSIVES--EXPLOSIVE PEST CONTROL DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 847

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Justice is amending the regulations of the 
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to provide a 
limited exemption from the requirements of part 555 for wildlife pest 
control devices that are used for agricultural and other pest control 
operations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/29/03                     68 FR 4402
NPRM Comment Period End         02/28/03
Final Action                    09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1512-AC80

Agency Contact: James Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________




1824. COMMERCE IN FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION (OMNIBUS CONSOLIDATED 
APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1997)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 847; 18 USC 921 to 931

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 contains 
amendments to the Gun Control Act of 1968 (18 U.S.C. chapter 44). These 
amendments add to the category of ``prohibited persons'' anyone 
convicted of a ``misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.'' The 
amendments require individuals acquiring handguns from Federal firearms 
licensees to certify (in accordance with the Brady Handgun Violence 
Prevention Act) that they have not been convicted of such a crime. The 
amendments also provide for sales between Federal firearms licensees of 
curio and relic firearms away from their licensed premises.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/30/98                    63 FR 35551
Interim Final Rule              06/30/98                    63 FR 35520
NPRM Comment Period End         09/28/98
Final Action                    09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1512-AB64

Agency Contact: James Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650

[[Page 22867]]

Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________




1825. MACHINE GUNS, DESTRUCTIVE DEVICES, AND CERTAIN OTHER FIREARMS--
AMENDED DEFINITION OF ``PISTOL''

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 26 USC 7805

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 479

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Justice is amending the regulations 
relating to machine guns, destructive devices, and certain other 
firearms regulated under the National Firearms Act (NFA) for the Bureau 
of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to clarify the 
definition of the term ``pistol'' and to define more clearly exceptions 
to the ``pistol'' definition. The added language is necessary to 
clarify that certain weapons, including any weapon disguised to look 
like an item other than a firearm or any gun that fires more than one 
shot without manual reloading by a single function of the trigger, are 
not pistols and are classified as ``any other weapon'' under the NFA.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/07/05                    70 FR 17624
NPRM Comment Period End         05/09/05
Final Action                    01/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________




1826.  COMMERCE IN EXPLOSIVES--HOBBY ROCKET MOTORS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 847

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Justice is amending the regulations of the 
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to clarify 
that the requirements of part 555 do not apply to model rocket motors 
consisting of ammonium perchlorate composite propellant, black powder, 
or other similar low explosives; containing no more than 62.5 grams of 
total propellant weight; and designed as single-use motors or as reload 
kits capable of reloading no more than 62.5 grams of propellant into a 
reusable motor casing.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/29/03                     68 FR 4406
NPRM Comment Period End         04/29/03
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    06/23/03                    68 FR 37109
Second NPRM Comment Period End  07/07/03
Final Action                    05/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rule addresses the proposal relating to 
hobby rocket motors made in RIN 1140-AA01; transferred from RIN 1512-
AB48.

Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA25
_______________________________________________________________________




1827.  IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CHILD SAFETY LOCK ACT OF 
2005

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 847; 18 USC 921 to 931

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Justice is amending the regulations of the 
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to implement 
the provisions of the Child Safety Lock Act of 2005, section 5 of 
Public Law 109-92. This rule implements the statute, which in general 
makes it unlawful for any licensed importer, licensed manufacturer, or 
licensed dealer to sell, deliver, or transfer any handgun to any 
person, other than another licensee, unless the transferee (buyer) is 
provided with a secure gun storage or safety device for that handgun.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/06
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta, Program Manager, Department of 
Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA26
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                           Long-Term Actions


Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)



_______________________________________________________________________




1828. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SAFE EXPLOSIVES ACT

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/20/03                    68 FR 13768
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/18/03
Final Action                    04/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

[[Page 22868]]

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________




1829. COMMERCE IN EXPLOSIVES (INCLUDING EXPLOSIVES IN THE FIREWORKS 
INDUSTRY) (RULEMAKING RESULTING FROM A SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

General Notice of Regulatory 
Review                          01/10/97                     62 FR 1386
NPRM                            01/29/03                     68 FR 4406
NPRM Comment Period End         04/29/03
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    06/23/03                    68 FR 37109
NPRM Reopened Comment Period End07/07/03
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________




1830. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT FOR PERSONS ACQUIRING FIREARMS

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/21/97                    62 FR 19446
Interim Final Rule              04/21/97                    62 FR 19442
NPRM Comment Period End         07/21/97
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/21/97
Final Action                    05/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________




1831. IMPLEMENTATION OF PUBLIC LAW 104-208, THE OMNIBUS CONSOLIDATED 
APPROPRIATIONS ACT OF 1997, RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A NATIONAL 
REPOSITORY FOR ARSON AND EXPLOSIVES INFORMATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/15/01                    66 FR 57404
NPRM Comment Period End         02/13/02
Final Rule                      05/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: James Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________




1832. PUBLIC LAW 105-277, MAKING OMNIBUS CONSOLIDATED AND EMERGENCY 
SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS FOR FY `99 RELATING TO FIREARMS DISABILITIES 
FOR NONIMMIGRANT ALIENS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/05/02                     67 FR 5428
Interim Final Rule              02/05/02                     67 FR 5422
NPRM Comment Period End         05/06/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/06/02
Final Rule                      08/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA08
_______________________________________________________________________




1833. IMPLEMENTATION OF PUBLIC LAW 105-277 RELATING TO SECURE GUN 
STORAGE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________




1834. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SAFE EXPLOSIVES ACT--DELIVERY OF EXPLOSIVE 
MATERIALS BY COMMON OR CONTRACT CARRIER

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/11/03                    68 FR 53509
Interim Final Rule Effective    09/11/03
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/14/03
Final Action                    04/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA20
_______________________________________________________________________




1835.  COMMERCE IN EXPLOSIVES--SEPARATION DISTANCES OF 
AMMONIUM NITRATE AND BLASTING AGENTS FROM EXPLOSIVES OR BLASTING AGENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 847

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 555

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives is 
proposing to amend the regulations to delete the reference to the 
Fertilizer Institute document titled ``Definition and Test Procedures 
for Ammonium Nitrate Fertilizer'' that appears as a footnote and is 
also an obsolete document.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/07

[[Page 22869]]

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Elizabeth Gillis, Department of Justice, Bureau of 
Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 Massachusetts Avenue 
NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-0396
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1140-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________




1836.  COMMERCE IN FIREARMS--AMENDED DEFINITION OF 
``ALIEN ILLEGALLY OR UNLAWFULLY IN THE UNITED STATES''

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552(a); 18 USC 847; 18 USC 921 to 931; 44 USC 
3504(h)

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives is 
proposing to amend regulations pertaining to the definition of illegal 
aliens that will include parolees and addresses various immigration 
statuses.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Elizabeth Gillis, Department of Justice, Bureau of 
Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 Massachusetts Avenue 
NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-0396
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1140-AA28
_______________________________________________________________________




1837.  THE U.S. MUNITIONS IMPORT LIST AND IMPORT 
RESTRICTIONS APPLICABLE TO CERTAIN COUNTRIES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 22 USC 2778

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 447

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives is 
amending the regulations to revise the U.S. Munitions Import List and 
the proscribed countries list based upon sanctions or embargoes imposed 
by the U.S. State Department.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Elizabeth Gillis, Department of Justice, Bureau of 
Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, 650 Massachusetts Avenue 
NW, Washington, DC 20226
Phone: 202 927-0396
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1140-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                           Completed Actions


Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF)



_______________________________________________________________________




1838. COMMERCE IN FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION--IMPORTATION OF FIREARM 
FRAMES, RECEIVERS, AND BARRELS

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 27 CFR 478

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/24/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James P. Ficaretta
Phone: 202 927-8203

RIN: 1140-AA22
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                         Proposed Rule Stage


Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1839. GUIDELINES FOR PROVIDING CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES TO OCEAN VESSELS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 871(b)

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1301

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DEA is amending its regulations regarding the supply of 
controlled substances to ocean vessels to provide a means of supply 
more consistent with current industry practices for other materials.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/18/96                    61 FR 49086
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/18/96
NPRM                            07/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-142

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________




1840. ELECTRONIC PRESCRIPTIONS FOR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 821; 21 USC 829; 21 USC 871(b)

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1306

[[Page 22870]]

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DEA is revising its regulations to permit DEA-registered 
prescribers to write and sign prescriptions electronically. These 
revised regulations would be in addition to, not a replacement of, the 
existing rules. These regulations are needed to give pharmacies, 
hospitals, and practitioners the ability to use modern technology for 
controlled substance prescriptions, while maintaining the closed system 
of distribution of controlled substances dispensing. The revised 
regulations would reduce paperwork and transaction times for DEA 
registrants who dispense or prescribe controlled substances. The 
revised regulations would also reduce the number of prescription errors 
caused by illegible handwriting and misunderstood oral prescriptions. 
They would allow pharmacies and hospitals to integrate prescription 
records into other medical records more directly, increasing 
efficiency, and would reduce the time patients spend waiting to have 
prescriptions filled. These revised regulations are consistent with 
paperwork reduction mandates. These revised regulations also respond to 
the requirements of Public Law 106-229, the ``Electronic Signatures in 
Global and National Commerce Act,'' while ensuring security and 
authentication.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/05/01                    66 FR 13274
NPRM                            12/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         03/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-214
RELATED RIN: In a separate related rulemaking (RIN 1117-AA60), DEA 
revised its regulations to provide the option of ordering Schedule I 
and II controlled substances electronically in a manner consistent with 
the requirements of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) (21 U.S.C. 801 
et seq.).

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

Related RIN: Related to 1117-AA60
RIN: 1117-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________




1841. REORGANIZATION AND CLARIFICATION OF DEA REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 871(b)

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1300; 21 CFR 1301; 21 CFR 1302; 21 CFR 1303; 21 
CFR 1304; 21 CFR 1305; 21 CFR 1306; 21 CFR 1307; 21 CFR 1308; 21 CFR 
1309; 21 CFR 1310; 21 CFR 1312; 21 CFR 1313; . . .

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DEA is revising and reorganizing title 21, Code of Federal 
Regulations, chapter II. These regulations relate to the manufacture, 
distribution, dispensing, importation, and exportation of controlled 
substances and the manufacture, distribution, importation, and 
exportation of listed chemicals. This action is being taken to clarify 
and to reorganize the current regulations further. The regulations will 
be drafted in plain language to make them easier to understand.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         01/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-221

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________




1842. CHEMICAL MIXTURES CONTAINING GAMMA-BUTYROLACTONE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b)

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1310

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In previous rulemakings, DEA made gamma-butyrolactone (GBL) a 
List I chemical and established thresholds for transactions involving 
this chemical. This rule establishes a concentration limit for chemical 
mixtures containing GBL. Currently, all chemical mixtures containing 
GBL are exempt from regulation. These mixtures will remain exempt until 
publication of a final rule. GBL is used in the illicit manufacture of 
gamma-hydroxybutyric acid (GHB), a Schedule I controlled substance.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/19/02                    67 FR 47493
Correction                      08/19/02                    67 FR 53842
Correction                      09/05/02                    67 FR 56776
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/17/02
NPRM                            09/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-222

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

Related RIN: Related to 1117-AA31, Related to 1117-AA52
RIN: 1117-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________




1843. CHEMICAL MIXTURES CONTAINING LISTED FORMS OF PHOSPHORUS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b)

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1310

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In a previous rulemaking, (RIN 1117-AA57) DEA made red 
phosphorus, white phosphorus, and hypophosphorous acid (and its salts) 
List I chemicals. By this rulemaking (1117-AA66), DEA is making 
regulations governing chemical

[[Page 22871]]

mixtures containing the List I chemicals red phosphorus, white 
phosphorus, and hypophosphorous acid (and its salts). Currently, all 
chemical mixtures containing red phosphorus, white phosphorus, and 
hypophosphorous acid (and its salts) are exempt from regulation. These 
mixtures will remain exempt until publication of rulemakings regarding 
chemical mixtures (see RIN 1117-AA31). These three List I chemicals are 
used industrially and have multiple commercial purposes. They are also 
used in the illicit production of methamphetamine and amphetamine. 
Based on information available, DEA will determine whether there are 
chemical mixtures containing red phosphorus, white phosphorus, and 
hypophosphorous acid (and its salts), which should be exempt from the 
regulations governing listed chemicals.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/31/03                     68 FR 4968
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/01/03
NPRM                            10/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-228

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

Related RIN: Related to 1117-AA31, Related to 1117-AA57
RIN: 1117-AA66
_______________________________________________________________________




1844. ELECTRONIC APPLICATION FOR CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES AND LISTED 
CHEMICAL REGISTRATION: TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 821; 21 USC 822; 21 USC 823; 21 USC 824; 21 USC 
830; 21 USC 871(b); 21 USC 875; 21 USC 877; 21 USC 958

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1301; 21 CFR 1309

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DEA is amending its regulations to acknowledge the use of the 
electronic equivalent to the DEA official paper registration 
application forms, which are legally required for every person who 
manufactures, distributes, dispenses, imports, or exports any 
controlled substance. The use of electronic application forms will 
reduce paperwork and transaction times for DEA registrants who choose 
to apply for controlled substances registration electronically. 
Electronic application for registration is in addition to, not a 
replacement of, the current paper-based application system.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-256

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA91
_______________________________________________________________________




1845. REVISION OF REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR IMPORTS AND EXPORTS OF LIST 
I AND LIST II CHEMICALS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b); 21 USC 971

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1313

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DEA is amending its regulations to require importers and 
exporters of List I and List II chemicals to submit a DEA Form 486 upon 
completion of an import or export transaction so as to reflect the 
exact amount shipped/received and any import or export amendments to 
certain fields on the Form 486. If no amendments were made to the 
information contained in the original Form 486, then no subsequent Form 
486 need be submitted. The amendments will provide for accurate 
reporting of actual amounts of List I and List II chemicals imported 
into and exported from the United States. These reports will ensure the 
proper documentation and reporting necessary to meet United Nations 
reporting requirements and to prevent diversion of such listed 
chemicals to illegal purposes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-255

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA92
_______________________________________________________________________




1846. CHANGES IN THE REGULATION OF IODINE AND ITS CHEMICAL MIXTURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b); 21 USC 890

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1310

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking changes the regulation of the listed chemical 
iodine. The regulatory changes are to 1) move iodine from List II into 
List I, 2) remove the exemption for import and export transactions in 
iodine, 3) remove the threshold for iodine, and 4) establish a 
concentration limit of 2.2 percent for the automatic exemption of 
chemical mixtures containing iodine.
These changes are expected to remove deficiencies in the current 
regulatory controls, which have been exploited by traffickers. When 
finalized, persons handling regulated transactions of iodine will need 
to be registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration.
This regulation revises regulatory controls that will apply to iodine 
crystals and iodine chemical mixtures

[[Page 22872]]

which contain greater than 2.2 percent iodine. This regulation will 
therefore control iodine crystals and strong iodine tinctures/solutions 
(e.g., 7 percent iodine) that do not have common household uses and 
instead have limited application in livestock, horses and for 
disinfection of equipment. Household products, such as 2 percent iodine 
tincture/solution and household disinfectants containing iodine 
complexes, will not be adversely impacted by this regulation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-257

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA93
_______________________________________________________________________




1847. DEFINITION OF POSITIONAL ISOMER AS IT PERTAINS TO THE CONTROL OF 
SCHEDULE I CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 871(b); 21 USC 951; 21 USC 958(f)

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and its implementing 
regulations specify which hallucinogenic substances are considered 
Schedule I controlled substances. The CSA states that all salts, 
isomers and salts of isomers of these substances are also Schedule I 
controlled substances.
The CSA states that the term ``isomers'' as it pertains to Schedule I 
hallucinogens shall include ``optical, positional and geometric 
isomers.'' This rule adds a specific, technical definition for the term 
``positional isomer`` as it relates to Schedule I hallucinogens. The 
definition includes precise language that will allow for an unambiguous 
determination of which isomers of Schedule I hallucinogenic substances 
are considered to be ''positional,`` and therefore subject to Schedule 
I control.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA94
_______________________________________________________________________




1848. LIMITED EXEMPTION FOR PEYOTE USE IN TRADITIONAL CEREMONIES WITH A 
TRADITIONAL INDIAN RELIGION BY MEMBERS OF FEDERALLY RECOGNIZED INDIAN 
TRIBES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 821; 21 USC 822(d); 21 USC 871(b)

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1306.31

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is amending its 
regulation addressing the use of peyote to clarify that the possession, 
transportation, and use of peyote is lawful only when such activities 
are engaged in by a member of a federally recognized Indian tribe for 
bona fide traditional ceremonial purposes in connection with the 
practice of a traditional Indian religion. This rule is designed to 
bring the language of DEA's regulatory exemption for the limited use of 
peyote into harmony with the historical purpose for the regulatory 
exemption and to comport with the language of the American Indian 
Religious Freedom Act Amendments of 1994. Use, possession, and 
transportation of peyote, as well as the cultivation, harvesting, and 
distribution of peyote, other than as permitted by the American Indian 
Religious Freedom Act amendments, is permissible only pursuant to a DEA 
registration and in accordance with the Controlled Substances Act and 
applicable State laws.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/07
NPRM Comment Period End         03/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

URL For Public Comments:
dea,diversion.policy/@usdoj.gov

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA97
_______________________________________________________________________




1849.  REEXPORTATION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 952; 21 USC 953; 21 USC 954; 21 USC 957; 21 USC 
958

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1312

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking amends existing DEA regulations to allow for 
the reexportation of Schedules I and II controlled substances and 
narcotic controlled substances in Schedule III and IV from the United 
States to another country for subsequent reexport from that country to 
a second country if certain conditions and safeguards are met. These 
amendments are being made to implement the Controlled Substances Export 
Reform Act of 2005.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration

[[Page 22873]]

Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AB00
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                            Final Rule Stage


Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1850. EXEMPTION OF CHEMICAL MIXTURES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b)

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1310

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 2006.

Abstract: The Domestic Chemical Diversion Control Act of 1993 removed 
the exemption from regulation for chemical mixtures. Chemical mixtures 
are now regulated, unless specifically exempted by the Administrator. 
The final rule implementing these regulations provided an exemption 
from the recordkeeping and reporting requirements both domestic and 
import transactions in mixtures containing the List II chemicals 
acetone, ethyl ether, 2-butanone, and tolune which had not been 
discussed as part of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. As this 
exemption was implemented on an interim basis, DEA must publish a final 
rule regarding this exemption.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/16/98                    63 FR 49506
NPRM Comment Period End         04/16/99
NPRM Comment Period Extended    09/12/99                     64 FR 7144
Final Rule                      12/15/04                    69 FR 74957
Correction                      01/04/05                      70 FR 294
Comment Period End              01/14/05
Final Rule Effective            01/14/05
Temporary Waiver                02/04/05                     70 FR 5925
Final Action                    08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-137
TRANSFERRED RIN: This rulemaking RIN 1117-AA31 (a former ``parent'' 
RIN) continues the ``child'' rulemaking previously listed in its 
timetable as RIN 1117-AA76. Former RIN 1117-AA76 was transferred to RIN 
1117-AA31 because the computer system used by the Regulatory 
Information Service Center (RISC) to compile the Unified Agenda no 
longer supports ``parent'' and ``child'' RINs. This rulemaking is not a 
new action.

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA31
_______________________________________________________________________




1851. CLARIFICATION OF REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL 
PRACTITIONERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 821; 21 USC 822; 21 USC 823; 21 USC 824; 21 USC 
871 (b); . . .

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1301

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DEA is publishing this rule to clarify its registration 
requirements regarding practitioners practicing in more than one State. 
There is confusion within the regulated industry regarding whether a 
practitioner who practices and is registered in one State and wishes to 
practice and prescribe in another State must register with DEA in the 
second State. To address the confusion caused by the regulation as 
currently written, DEA is amending its regulations to make it clear 
that when an individual practitioner who practices and is registered in 
one State seeks to practice and prescribe controlled substances in 
another State, he/she must obtain a separate DEA registration for the 
subsequent State.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/07/04                    69 FR 70576
NPRM Comment Period End         02/07/05
Final Action                    08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-224

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA89
_______________________________________________________________________




1852. CONTROL OF SODIUM PERMANGANATE AS A LIST II CHEMICAL

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 802; 21 USC 830; 21 USC 871(b); 21 USC 890

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1310

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DEA is amending its regulations to add sodium permanganate as 
a List II chemical because of its direct substitutability for the List 
II chemical potassium permanganate in the illicit production of 
cocaine. The rulemaking also establishes a threshold of 55 kilograms 
and 500 kilograms for domestic and international transactions, 
respectively.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/01/05                     70 FR 9889
NPRM Comment Period End         05/02/05
Final Action                    05/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-254

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA90

[[Page 22874]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1853. CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES AND LIST I CHEMICAL REGISTRATION AND 
REREGISTRATION APPLICATION FEES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: USC 821; USC 822; USC 830; USC 871(f); USC 886a; USC 
952; USC 953; USC 958(f)

CFR Citation: CFR 1301; CFR 1309

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DEA is adjusting the fee schedule for DEA registration and 
reregistration application fees relating to the registration and 
control of the manufacture, distribution and dispensing of controlled 
substances and listed chemicals to appropriately reflect all costs 
associated with its Diversion Control Program as mandated by 21 U.S.C. 
822. Specifically, DEA is revising the fee schedule for controlled 
substances and List I chemical handlers so that all manufacturers, 
distributors, importers, exporters, and dispensers of controlled 
substances and of List I chemicals pay an annual fee, by registrant 
category, irrespective of whether they handle controlled substances or 
List I chemicals. This action responds to recent amendments to the 
Diversion Control Fee Account provisions in the Controlled Substances 
Act (CSA) and will bring DEA's fee collections into line with the new 
requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/16/05                    70 FR 69474
NPRM Comment Period End         01/17/06
Final Action                    07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

URL For Public Comments:
[email protected]

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

Related RIN: Related to 1117-AA50
RIN: 1117-AA96
_______________________________________________________________________




1854.  SCHEDULES OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES: EXEMPT 
ANABOLIC STEROID PRODUCTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 811

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1308.33; 21 CFR 1308.34

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule adds two products to the list of anabolic steroid 
products exempted from requirements of the Controlled Substances Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/03/06                    71 FR 10835
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/03/06
Final Action                    09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: DEA-277

URL For More Information:
www.regulations.gov

URL For Public Comments:
www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA98
_______________________________________________________________________




1855.  DISPENSING AND PRESCRIBING APPROVED NARCOTIC 
CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES FOR MAINTENANCE OR DETOXIFICATION TREATMENT; 
REMOVAL OF PATIENT LIMITATION FOR DISPENSING OR PRESCRIBING BY 
INDIVIDUAL PRACTITIONERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 21 USC 821; 21 USC 822; 21 USC 823; 21 USC 824; 21 USC 
871 (b); 21 USC 875 ; 21 USC 877

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1301

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DEA is amending its regulations to remove the group practice 
limitation for practitioners who dispense or prescribe certain narcotic 
drugs for maintenance treatment or detoxification treatment. These 
changes will make the DEA regulations consistent with recent changes to 
the Controlled Substances Act that removed the patient limitation on 
prescribing drug addiction treatments by practitioners in group 
practices.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/06
Final Action Effective          05/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

URL For More Information:
www.regulations.gov

URL For Public Comments:
www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly, Chief, Liaison and Policy Section, 
Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA99
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                           Long-Term Actions


Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1856. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS FOR HANDLERS OF PSEUDOEPHEDRINE, EPHEDRINE, 
AND PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1309

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/30/04                    69 FR 45616
NPRM Comment Period End         10/28/04


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly

[[Page 22875]]

Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                           Completed Actions


Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1857. CHEMICAL REGISTRATION WAIVERS; EXEMPTION FROM CHEMICAL 
REGISTRATION FEES FOR CERTAIN PERSONS

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1309; 21 CFR 1310

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/02/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA67
_______________________________________________________________________




1858. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE ANABOLIC STEROID CONTROL ACT OF 2004

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 21 CFR 1300; 21 CFR 1308

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/16/05                    70 FR 74653
Final Action Effective          01/17/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark W. Caverly
Phone: 202 307-7874

RIN: 1117-AA95
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                         Proposed Rule Stage


Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)



_______________________________________________________________________




1859. AUTHORITY OF IMMIGRATION JUDGES TO ISSUE CIVIL MONEY PENALTIES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 3 CFR, 1949 to 1953 Comp, p 1002; 8 USC 
1103; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 1101 note; 8 USC 1362; 28 USC 509; 8 USC 
1324b; 28 USC 510; 28 USC 1746; Reorg Plan No 2 of 1950, sec 2

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the Department's regulations by implementing 
the statutory authority given to immigration judges to sanction by 
civil money penalty any action or inaction in contempt of the judge's 
proper exercise of authority. This statutory authority is derived from 
section 304 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant 
Responsibility Act of 1996, Public Law 104-208 (IIRIRA), September 30, 
1996. This rule sets forth the types of conduct for which civil money 
penalty sanctions may be imposed, the procedures for imposing these 
sanctions, the affirmative defenses which may excuse the imposition of 
a civil money penalty sanction, and the procedures for appealing such 
sanctions. The rule also adds an additional ground for disciplinary 
sanctions under 8 CFR section 1003.102 for engaging in a pattern and 
practice of conduct which has been found to be in contempt of the 
immigration judge's proper exercise of authority.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         01/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________




1860. SUSPENSION OF DEPORTATION AND CANCELLATION OF REMOVAL FOR CERTAIN 
BATTERED SPOUSES AND CHILDREN; MOTIONS TO REOPEN FOR CERTAIN BATTERED 
SPOUSES AND CHILDREN

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101 note; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 
USC 1186a; 8 USC 1224 to 1227; 8 USC 1251; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 
1251a; 8 USC 1252b; 8 USC 1324b; 8 USC 1362; 28 USC 509 to 510; 28 USC 
1746; Reorg Plan No 2 of 1950; 3 CFR 1949 to 1953 Comp, sec 2; PL 105-
100, sec 202-203; PL 105-277, sec 902; PL 106-386, sec 1506; PL 106-
554, sec 1505; PL 106-554, sec 1510; 8 CFR 2; 8 CFR 3; 8 CFR 240

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1240

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends Department regulations by establishing 
procedures for cancellation of removal for battered spouses and 
children under 240A(b)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (Act), 
and suspension of deportation under former section 244(a)(3) of the Act 
(as it existed before April 1, 1997), which were amended by section 
1504 of the Battered Immigrant Women Protection Act of 2000.
This rule also amends Department regulations by establishing procedures 
for certain battered spouses and children to reopen their removal or 
deportation proceedings to apply for the relief of cancellation of 
removal or suspension of deportation under 240(c)(6)(C)(iv) of the Act 
(as amended by section 1506 of the Battered Immigrant Women Protection 
Act of 2000).

[[Page 22876]]

Additionally, this rule establishes procedures which must be followed 
by EOIR when an alien applies for a domestic violence victim waiver 
under section 237(a)(7) of the Act (as amended by section 1505(b) of 
the Battered Immigrant Women Protection Act of 2000).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA35
_______________________________________________________________________




1861. INTERNATIONAL MATCHMAKING ORGANIZATIONS; CIVIL PENALTIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101, 1103, 1324a, 1324b, 1324c, 1375b; PL 101-
410, 104 Stat 890, as amended by PL 104-134, 110 Stat 1321; 5 USC 301, 
554

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1270

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the Department of Justice regulations by 
specifying the procedures for adjudicating alleged violations by 
international matchmaking organizations (IMOs) doing business in the 
United States, in failing to provide required information to persons 
recruited for matchmaking through these entities. This rule implements 
the procedures for the disposition of cases arising under section 652 
of Illegal Immigrant Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act. This rule 
is necessary to deter fraudulent marriages and the exploitation of 
recruits by IMOs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Related to 1615-AA11
RIN: 1125-AA45
_______________________________________________________________________




1862. EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR IMMIGRATION REVIEW; RULES GOVERNING 
IMMIGRATION PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101, note; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1229; 8 
USC 1229a; 8 USC 1231; 8 USC 1231, note; 8 USC 1245; 8 USC 1324b; 8 USC 
1362; 28 USC 509 to 519; 28 USC 1746; sec 2 Reorg Plan No 2 of 1950, 3 
CFR 1949 to 1953 Comp, p 1002; PL 105-100, sec 203; PL 106-386, sec 
1506; PL 106-386, sec 1510; PL 106-554, sec 1505; PL 106-554, sec 1510

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1161; 8 CFR 1171

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule revises the procedures before immigration judges 
and the Board of Immigration Appeals of the Executive Office for 
Immigration Review (EOIR), to clarify and improve the administrative 
adjudication of immigration proceedings. The rule is intended to 
improve fairness to aliens and to the Government, represented by the 
Department of Homeland Security, in removal, exclusion, deportation, 
asylum-only and other proceedings, reduce delays in the adjudicative 
process, enable EOIR to better manage its caseload, reduce the existing 
backlog of cases, and provide for better focus on cases presenting 
significant issues of law and fact for resolution.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA53
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                            Final Rule Stage


Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR)



_______________________________________________________________________




1863. SUSPENSION OF DEPORTATION AND CANCELLATION OF REMOVAL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1224 to 
1227; 8 USC 1251 to 1252; 8 USC 1362; PL 105-100, sec 202

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1240

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the regulations of the Executive Office for 
Immigration Review by eliminating the conditional grant process at 8 
CFR 1240.21 and establishing a permanent procedure for processing 
suspension of deportation and cancellation of removal cases. This rule 
is necessary to implement the numerical limitation on suspension of 
deportation and cancellation of removal and adjustment of status 
imposed by the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility 
Act of 1996 (IIRIRA) and the Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American 
Relief Act of 1997 (NACARA).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/30/98                    63 FR 52134

[[Page 22877]]

Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/30/98
Final Action                    12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA25
_______________________________________________________________________




1864. AUTHORITIES DELEGATED TO THE DIRECTOR OF THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR 
IMMIGRATION REVIEW AND THE CHIEF IMMIGRATION JUDGE

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 1252b; 8 
USC 1362; 28 USC 509 to 510; 28 USC 1746

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1240

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule outlines the authorities and powers (and 
limitations thereto) delegated by the Attorney General to the Director 
of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) and the Chief 
Immigration Judge. These authorities include such managerial 
responsibilities as: Issuing operational instructions, setting 
policies, providing for the training of staff, and ensuring the 
efficient disposition of cases. One of the limitations on the powers of 
the Director of EOIR and the Chief Immigration Judge is that they 
cannot direct the result of a case adjudication assigned to someone 
else.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/26/00                    65 FR 81434
NPRM Comment Period End         02/26/01
Final Action                    09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________




1865. MOTIONS TO REOPEN FOR SUSPENSION OF DEPORTATION AND SPECIAL RULE 
CANCELLATION OF REMOVAL PURSUANT TO SECTION 1505(C) OF THE LIFE ACT 
AMENDMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1103, 1252 note, 1252b, 1324b, 1362; 
28 USC 509 to 510; 28 USC 1746; sec 203 of PL 105-100; secs 1506 and 
1510 of PL 106-386; sec 1505 of PL 106-554

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the regulations of the Executive Office for 
Immigration Review (EOIR) by establishing a special procedure for the 
filing and adjudication of motions to reopen to apply for suspension of 
deportation and cancellation of removal pursuant to section 1505(c) of 
the Legal Immigration Family Equity Act Amendments of 2000 (LIFE Act 
Amendments). Motions to reopen under this rule must have been filed on 
or before October 16, 2001. EOIR will be publishing a final rule to 
respond to comments and complete this rulemaking.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/17/01                    66 FR 37119
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/17/01
Final Action                    10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA31
_______________________________________________________________________




1866. PROTECTIVE ORDERS IN IMMIGRATION ADMINISTRATION PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101 note, 1103, 1231, 1252 note, 
1252b, 1324b, 1253, 1362; 28 USC 509, 510, 1746; sec 2, Reorg Plan No 2 
of 1950; 3 CFR 1949 to 1953 Comp, p 1002; sec 203 of PL 105-100, 111 
Stat 2196-200; secs 1506 and 1510 of PL 106-386, 114 Stat 1527-29, 
1531-32; sec 1505 of PL 106-554, 114 Stat 2763A-326 to 2763A-328

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends regulations governing the Executive Office 
for Immigration Review (EOIR) by authorizing immigration judges to 
issue protective orders to limit public disclosure of sensitive law 
enforcement or national defense information during immigration 
proceedings. The rule is applicable in all proceedings before 
immigration judges but involves only a small number of cases.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/28/02                    67 FR 36799
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/29/02
Final Action                    12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




1867. EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR IMMIGRATION REVIEW ATTORNEY/REPRESENTATIVE 
REGISTRY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1362

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1001.1; 8 CFR 1003.0

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule concerns the Attorney General's authority to

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authorize practitioners to represent aliens in immigration proceedings 
pursuant to statute. Under the pertinent statutory provision, aliens in 
immigration proceedings ``shall have the privilege of being represented 
(at no expense to the Government) by such counsel, authorized to 
practice in such proceedings, as he shall choose.'' 8 U.S.C. 1362
The rule arises out of EOIR's electronic Government initiatives, which 
when fully implemented, will enable electronic case access and filing 
for individuals in immigration proceedings before EOIR. In essence, the 
rule amends the current definitions of ``attorney'' and 
``representative,'' the classes of individuals authorized to represent 
aliens, to include only those persons who have registered with EOIR.
Additionally, the rule delegates authority to the Director to require 
such a registration, and to establish procedures for registration. In 
concert with that authority, the rule permits the Director to 
administratively suspend from practice before EOIR any practitioner who 
fails to comply with registration procedures and requirements.
Functionally, practitioners will be required to register with EOIR over 
a secure Internet connection, by providing name, address(es), date of 
birth, last four digits of social security number, and bar admission 
data. Registered practitioners will be assigned a unique User ID and 
password that will authorize them to conduct electronic transactions 
with EOIR from desktop personal computers.
Registration of practitioners assures the functionality, security, and 
success of EOIR's electronic Government initiative, and serves as a 
prerequisite to electronic case access and filing by practitioners.
The proposed practitioner registration rule furnishes the Attorney 
General with the optimum measure of adaptability to establish the 
criteria and procedures for practitioner registration, while also 
preserving fairness for regulated parties and ensuring efficiency in 
Government operations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/30/03                    68 FR 75160
NPRM Comment Period End         03/01/04
Final Action                    01/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA39
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1868. TRANSFER OF JURISDICTION OVER APPEALS OF FINES FROM THE BOARD OF 
IMMIGRATION APPEALS TO THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING 
OFFICER

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1103; 8 CFR 1280

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule removes the Board of Immigration Appeals' 
(Board) jurisdiction over appeals of Department of Homeland Security 
(DHS) decisions involving administrative fines under part 1280 of title 
8 CFR, and transfers that authority to Office of the Chief 
Administrative Hearing Officer (OCAHO). Part 1280 governs the 
imposition and collection of fines under a variety of provisions of the 
Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), most of which pertain to common 
carriers. Most of the appeals are fines imposed under section 273 of 
the INA. The transfer is essentially a reallocation of agency resources 
within the Executive Office for Immigration Review to improve caseload 
management by substituting a different set of decision makers, the 
OCAHO for the Board, while preserving the same procedures for the 
adjudication of appeals.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/19/02                     67 FR 7309
NPRM Comment Period End         03/21/02
Final Rule                      11/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Split from 1125-AA36
RIN: 1125-AA41
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1869. DEFINITIONS; FEES; POWERS AND AUTHORITY OF DHS OFFICERS IN REMOVAL 
PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1101, 1103, 1182, 1221, 1225, 1226, 1251, 1252, 
1357, 1362, 1304, 13246, 1356; 28 USC 509, 510, 1746; 5 USC 301; . . .

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends regulations relating to the Executive Office 
for Immigration Review to conform with certain regulatory changes made 
by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for consistency and for 
the ease of the reader. This rule makes no substantive changes in the 
Department of Justice regulations, but makes appropriate revisions to 
the definitions and fee provisions and the regulations relating to 
issuance of notices to appear and subpoenas in the EOIR regulations, in 
order to avoid confusing and unnecessary duplication of provisions 
already set forth in the DHS regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/28/04                    69 FR 44903
Interim Final Rule Effective    07/28/04
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/27/04
Final Action                    09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA43

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1870. BACKGROUND AND SECURITY INVESTIGATION CHECKS IN PROCEEDINGS BEFORE 
IMMIGRATION JUDGES AND THE BOARD OF IMMIGRATION APPEALS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101 note, 1103, 1182, 1186a, 1224, 
1225, 1226, 1227, 1251, 1252 note, 1252a, 1252b, 1324b, 1362; 28 USC 
509, 510, 1746; sec 2, Reorg Plan No 2 of 1950; 3 CFR, 1949 to 1953 
Comp, p 1002; secs 202 and 203 of PL 105-100, 111 Stat 2160, 2193, 
2196-200; sec 902, PL 105-277, 112 Stat 2681; secs 1506 and 1510 of PL 
106-386, 114 Stat 1527 to 1529, 1531 to 1532; sec 1505 of PL 106-554, 
114 Stat 2763A-326 to 2763A-328

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends regulations governing the Executive Office 
for Immigration Review to ensure that the necessary identity, law 
enforcement, and security investigations are properly initiated and 
have been completed by the Department of Homeland Security before the 
immigration judges and the Board adjudicate certain applications for 
relief.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/31/05                     70 FR 4743
Interim Final Rule Effective    04/01/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/01/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period Extended                 03/31/05                    70 FR 16398
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/02/05
Final Action                    10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________




1871. REVIEW OF CUSTODY DETERMINATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101 note, 1103, 1252 note, 1252b, 
1282, 1324b, 1362; 28 USC 509, 510, 1746; sec 2, Reorg Plan No 2 of 
1950; 3 CFR, 1949 to 1953 Comp, p 1002; sec 203 of PL 105-100, 111 Stat 
2196-200; secs 1506 and 1510 of PL 106-386; 114 Stat 1527 to 1529, 1531 
to 1532; sec 1505 of PL 106-554, 114 Stat 2763A-326 to 2763A-328

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule revises the existing regulatory provision for a 
temporary automatic stay of an immigration judge's decision to order an 
alien's release in any case in which a district director has ordered 
that the alien be held without bond, or has set a bond of $10,000 or 
more, to maintain the status quo while the Department of Homeland 
Security seeks expedited review of the custody order by the Board of 
Immigration Appeals or by the Attorney General.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule Effective    10/29/01                    66 FR 54909
Interim Final Rule              10/31/01                    66 FR 54909
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/31/01
Final Action                    05/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA47
_______________________________________________________________________




1872. REOPENED PROCEEDINGS ON PETITIONS FOR ALIEN ENTREPRENEUR IMMIGRANT 
CLASSIFICATION (EB-5 VISAS)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 11866

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003; 8 CFR 1216; 8 CFR 1240

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the regulations of the Executive Office for 
Immigration Review (EOIR) of the Department of Justice (Department) to 
implement changes made by the 21st Century Department of Justice 
Appropriations Authorization Act of 2001, Public Law 107-273 (November 
2, 2002) to the EB-5 Alien Entrepreneur immigrant classification. This 
rule will be published in conjunction with a corresponding rule of the 
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that addresses changes to their 
part of the adjudication. In order to be eligible, an alien must have 
filed a motion to reopen with the former Immigration and Naturalization 
Service on or before January 2, 2003, seeking reconsideration of his or 
her case under this new law. This rule provides the process by which 
certain aliens, who are seeking immigrant status as alien 
entrepreneurs, may obtain EOIR review of adverse determinations on the 
removal of the condition on permanent resident status made by United 
States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), a component of 
DHS. In addition, this rule also establishes procedures for aliens who 
have received favorable determinations on the removal of the condition 
on permanent resident status and who have final orders of deportation 
or removal or who have cases that are pending or administratively 
closed before EOIR.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/06
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

URL For Public Comments:
www.regulations.gov

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA49

[[Page 22880]]

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1873. INFORMATION RELATING TO ALIENS' DUTY TO SURRENDER WHEN ORDERED 
REMOVED FROM THE UNITED STATES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1240; 8 CFR 1241

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Justice published an NPRM in 1998 and a 
supplemental NPRM in 2002 (RIN 1115-AE82) to establish that aliens who 
become subject to a final order of removal have a legal obligation to 
surrender for removal.
This rule amends the regulations of the Department of Justice to 
provide that immigration judges and the Board of Immigration Appeals 
will inform aliens in removal proceedings that they have an affirmative 
obligation to surrender to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) upon 
the issuance of a final order of removal by an immigration judge or the 
Board. Aliens will be informed that the failure to surrender to DHS as 
required under the DHS rule will result in the denial of any forms of 
discretionary relief from removal while the alien remains in the United 
States and for a period of 10 years after the alien's departure from 
the United States. This rule is being published jointly with DHS.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (RIN 1115-AE82)            09/04/98                    63 FR 47205
NPRM Comment Period End (RIN 
1115-AE82)                      11/03/98
Supplemental NPRM (RIN 1115-
AE82)                           05/09/02                    67 FR 31157
Supplemental NPRM Comment Period 
End                             06/10/02
Final Action                    08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rule will finalize those portions of the 
rulemaking action formerly listed as RIN 1115-AE82 insofar as it 
relates to the regulations of the Department of Justice. The DHS rule 
is now RIN 1653-AA05.

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA51
_______________________________________________________________________




1874. VENUE IN REMOVAL PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1101 note; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1252 
note; 8 USC 1252b; 8 USC 1324b; 8 USC 1362; 28 USC 509; 28 USC 510; 28 
USC 1746; Reorg Plan No 2 of 1950, sec 2, 3 CFR, 1949 to 1953 Comp, p 
1002; PL 100-105 sec 203; 111 Stat 2196-200; PL 106-386 sec 1506; PL 
106-386, sec 1510; 114 Stat 1527-29, 1531 to 1532; PL 106-554, sec 
1505; 114 Stat 2763A, 326 to 328

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1003.20(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim rule amends the Department of Justice regulation 
addressing venue in removal proceedings. This regulatory change is 
necessary due to the increasing number of removal hearings being 
conducted by telephone or video conference, and will clarify the issue 
of venue for cases involving multiple geographic locations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/06
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA52
_______________________________________________________________________




1875. AFFIDAVITS OF SUPPORT ON BEHALF OF IMMIGRANTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1182; 8 USC 1186a; 8 USC 1224; 8 USC 
1225; 8 USC 1226; 8 USC 1227; 8 USC 1251; 8 USC 1252 note; 8 USC 1252a; 
8 USC 1252b; 8 USC 1362; PL 105-110, sec 202; PL 105-277, sec 902; PL 
105-100, sec 203; PL 105-277, sec 902

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 1205; 8 CFR 1240

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under section 212(a)(4)of the Immigration and Nationality Act 
(Act), as amended by section 531(a) of the Immigration Reform and 
Immigrant Responsibility Act, an alien may be deemed inadmissible, as 
likely to become a public charge, unless the alien is the beneficiary 
of an affidavit of support under section 213A of the Act. On October 
20, 1997, the former Immigration and Naturalization Service published 
an interim rule implementing the requirements of section 213A of the 
Act with respect to affidavits of support. The interim rule, however, 
did not address the authority of an immigration judge to adjudicate the 
sufficiency of an affidavit of support executed on behalf of an 
applicant for admission or adjustment of status. This rule amends the 
Department's regulations by expressly authorizing immigration judges to 
adjudicate the sufficiency of such affidavits in removal proceedings. 
This rule is being published as a joint rule with the Department of 
Homeland Security, which is finalizing the remaining portions of the 
1997 interim rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/20/97                    62 FR 54346
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/17/98
Final Action                    06/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This is a joint rule to be issued with the 
Department of Homeland Security. See RIN 1615-AA06.

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Keller, General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review, 5107 Leesburg Pike, 
Suite 2600, Falls Church, VA 22041
Phone: 703 305-0470
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1125-AA54

[[Page 22881]]

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Department of Justice (DOJ)                         Proposed Rule Stage


Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)



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1876. ENHANCED EXCHANGE OF CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD INFORMATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 28 USC 534; 42 USC 14614(c); 42 USC 14615; PL 92-544; 
PL 99-169; PL 99-569; PL 101-410

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule clarifies that the FBI's authority to exchange 
Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) with officials of federally 
chartered or insured banking institutions to promote or maintain the 
security of those institutions includes the exchange of CHRI on 
individuals other than banking institution employees when the purpose 
of the background check is reasonably related to maintaining or 
promoting the security of federally chartered or insured banking 
institutions
This change is being made because of modern business practices in the 
financial services industry. The FBI now concludes that the security of 
federally chartered or insured banking institutions implicates 
employees of other entities closely related to or intimately involved 
in banking, such as, bank subsidiaries, parent or sister companies, and 
bank holding companies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: A portion of this action (RIN 1110-AA20; FBI 
Docket No. 110) previously reported under this RIN relating to the 
retention and exchange criminal history record information relating to 
non-serious offenses has been transferred to RIN 1120-AA25; FBI Docket 
No. 111.

Agency Contact: Harold M. Sklar, Attorney-Advisor, Department of 
Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, 1000 Custer Hollow Road, 
Clarksburg, WV 26306
Phone: 304 625-2000
Fax: 304 625-3944
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1110-AA20
_______________________________________________________________________




1877. CARRIAGE OF CONCEALED WEAPONS PURSUANT TO PUBLIC LAW 108-277, THE 
LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS SAFETY ACT OF 2004

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 108-277

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004, Public Law 
108-277, (the Act) exempts qualified current and former law enforcement 
officers from State laws prohibiting the carrying of concealed 
handguns. This rule implements the Act by amending 28 CFR 20.3 (b) to 
add ``the issuing of identification documents to current and retired 
law enforcement officers pursuant to Public Law 108-277'' to the 
definition of administration of criminal justice. This change will 
authorize access to FBI-maintained criminal justice information systems 
to support performing criminal background checks on current and retired 
law enforcement officers seeking identification documents to carry a 
concealed firearm pursuant to Public Law 108-277.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Harold M. Sklar, Attorney-Advisor, Department of 
Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, 1000 Custer Hollow Road, 
Clarksburg, WV 26306
Phone: 304 625-2000
Fax: 304 625-3944
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1110-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________




1878. INCLUSION OF NONSERIOUS OFFENSE IDENTIFICATION RECORDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 28 USC 534; 42 USC 14614(c); 42 USC 14615; PL 92-544; 
PL 99-169; PL 99-569; PL 101-410

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends FBI regulations defining the offenses that 
may serve as the basis for maintaining fingerprints and criminal 
history record information (CHRI) in its criminal history record 
information systems. The relevant FBI information systems include the 
Fingerprint Identification Record System (FIRS), which maintains 
fingerprints records, and the Interstate Identification Index (III) 
System, which maintains fingerprint-supported CHRI.
The amendment broadens the definition of includable offenses to permit 
the retention of information relating to currently excluded non-serious 
offenses (NSOs) as well as information relating to ``serious and/or 
significant adult or juvenile offenses.'' The revised regulation will 
permit the retention and exchange of fingerprints and CHRI relating to 
NSOs when provided by the submitting jurisdiction for retention by the 
FBI. Such NSO information is currently maintained only at the State and 
local levels.
The change allows for the more uniform collection of CHRI at the 
Federal level. It establishes more uniform sharing of such information 
among the States by allowing States to make NSO information available 
for national criminal history record searches--for both criminal 
justice and non-criminal justice purposes--by submitting such 
information for retention by the FBI.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action (RIN 1110-AA25; FBI Docket No. 111) 
continues a portion of a rulemaking relating to criminal history record 
information for non-serious offenses (NSOs) that was previously 
reported under RIN 1110-AA20; FBI Docket No. 110.

Agency Contact: Harold M. Sklar, Attorney-Advisor, Department of 
Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, 1000 Custer Hollow Road, 
Clarksburg, WV 26306
Phone: 304 625-2000
Fax: 304 625-3944
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1110-AA25

[[Page 22882]]

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Department of Justice (DOJ)                            Final Rule Stage


Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)



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1879. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL STOLEN PASSENGER MOTOR VEHICLE 
INFORMATION SYSTEM (NSPMVIS)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 33109 to 33111

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 89

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Attorney General is required to establish a National 
Stolen Passenger Motor Vehicle Information System (NSPMVIS) pursuant to 
the Anti Car Theft Act of 1992 (49 U.S.C. 33109 to 33111). The FBI is 
coordinating efforts in this matter and, under delegated authority from 
the Attorney General, the FBI is issuing this rule to establish a 
national system to verify the theft status of major motor vehicle 
component parts and junk or salvage vehicles. The system will include 
certain information about each passenger motor vehicle reported to a 
law enforcement agency as stolen and not recovered. The rule provides 
how an individual or entity may obtain information from the system on 
whether a vehicle or part is listed as stolen. The rule also provides 
verification procedures to be followed by insurance carriers and 
certain motor vehicle part businesses. In order to verify the theft 
status of a part or junk or salvage vehicle, an identification number 
will have to be obtained from the part or vehicle.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/09/02                    67 FR 17027
NPRM Comment Period End         06/10/02
Final Action                    08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The Criminal Division will issue a related 
regulation to implement the National Motor Vehicle Title Information 
System (NMVTIS). As required by statute, 49 U.S.C. section 30504(a), 
the regulation will direct junk yard and salvage yard operators and 
insurance carriers to file monthly reports with the operator of the 
NMVTIS concerning vehicles in their possession. (See RIN 1105-AA71.)
(RIN 1110-AA01 has been transferred from RIN 1105-AA44.)

Agency Contact: Buffy M. Bonafield, Criminal Info Coordination, 
Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Clarksburg, WV 
26306
Phone: 304 625-2000
Fax: 304 625-3875

RIN: 1110-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________




1880. REGULATIONS UNDER THE PAM LYCHNER SEXUAL OFFENDER TRACKING AND 
IDENTIFICATION ACT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: PL 104-236, sec 9

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, October 3, 1999, The Act does not 
distinguish between NPRM and final regulations.

Abstract: The FBI is issuing regulations to carry out the Pam Lychner 
Sexual Offender Tracking and Identification Act of 1996. These 
regulations include guidelines as to the operation and use of the 
national sex offender registry established by the FBI and the notice to 
be provided to the FBI in the event a registered sex offender moves 
interstate.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/16/99                     64 FR 7562
NPRM Comment Period End         04/19/99
Final Action                    08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 1105-AA56.

Agency Contact: Venetia A. King, Management Analyst, Department of 
Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, 1000 Custer Hollow Road, 
Clarksburg, WV 26306
Phone: 304 625-2000

RIN: 1110-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________




1881. FINAL NOTICE OF CAPACITY; SUPPLEMENT TO RESPOND TO REMAND

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 47 USC 1003(a)(1)

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: As required by section 104 of the Communications Assistance 
for Law Enforcement Act (CALEA), the FBI published a Notice of Actual 
and Maximum Capacity in order to provide telecommunications carriers 
with the information they will need to meet law enforcement's future 
simultaneous electronic surveillance requirements. The FBI published 
the Final Notice of Capacity for local exchange, cellular, and 
broadband PCS on March 12, 1998 (63 FR 12218).
This Notice provided numerical requirements for the ``actual'' and 
``maximum'' numbers of surveillance that wired and wireless telephone 
networks should be able to accommodate, broken down by geographic 
region. The numbers were derived from a survey and analysis of the 
numbers of surveillance historically conducted at the same time in 
every region throughout the country.
After its issuance, telecommunications carriers and trade associations 
challenged the Final Notice on a number of grounds, primarily alleging 
that the numbers of surveillance stated therein were too high. To 
summarize, the FBI was directed by the Court of Appeals to provide 
further explanation on two issues: (1) The decision to treat as 
``simultaneous'' any two or more historical surveillance on the same 
day and (2) the decision to set forth only one ``actual'' and one 
``maximum'' capacity requirement number per region, rather than 
separate requirements for each type of surveillance.
The Supplemental Notice, published on 12/05/2003, provided further 
explanation for the FBI's interpretation of the term 
``simultaneously,'' and set forth a new method of interpreting the 
existing capacity requirements that will allow carriers to break out 
the number of communications interceptions from the total requirement. 
The Supplement also set forth new guidance to reduce the requirements 
for simultaneous communications interceptions applicable to carriers 
operating in regions with high capacity requirements. This was done to 
reduce the concerns raised by the Court of Appeals. The FBI will 
finalize the Supplement and issue a new Notice for the purpose of 
responding to the remand of the Court of Appeals.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Supplement to Final Notice of 
Capacity Responding to Remand   12/05/03                    68 FR 68112
Comment Period on Supplement End02/03/04
Finalization of Supplement to 
Final Notice of Capacity 
Responding to Remand            06/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: See also RINs 1110-AA21 and 1110-AA22.

Agency Contact: Maura Quinn, Unit Chief, Department of Justice, Federal 
Bureau of Investigation, 14800 Conference Center Drive, Suite 300, 
Chantilly, VA 20151
Phone: 703 814-4791
Fax: 703-814-4750

RIN: 1110-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________




1882. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PRIVATE SECURITY OFFICER EMPLOYMENT 
AUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2004

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 534; PL 108-456, sec 6402

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 15, 2005, Statutorily required 
final rule within 180 days of enactment (enacted 12/17/2004).

Abstract: The Private Security Officer Employment Authorization Act of 
2004, Public Law 108-458, section 6402(d)(2), (the Act) requires the 
Attorney General to issue rules to regulate the security, 
confidentiality, accuracy, use, submission, dissemination, destruction 
of information and audits, and recordkeeping of the criminal history 
record information and related information; standards for qualifying an 
authorized employer; and the imposition of fees. This rule amends title 
28 of the Code of Federal Regulations to implement the Act. The rule 
authorizes access to FBI-maintained justice information systems to 
authorize a fingerprint-based check of State and national criminal 
history records to screen prospective and current private security 
officers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/11/06                     71 FR 1690
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/13/06
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/11/06
Final Action                    06/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Harold M. Sklar, Attorney-Advisor, Department of 
Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, 1000 Custer Hollow Road, 
Clarksburg, WV 26306
Phone: 304 625-2000
Fax: 304 625-3944
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1110-AA23
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Department of Justice (DOJ)                           Long-Term Actions


Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)



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1883. COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANCE FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT: DEFINITIONS OF 
``REPLACED'' AND ``SIGNIFICANTLY UPGRADED OR OTHERWISE UNDERGONE MAJOR 
MODIFICATION''

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 100

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/19/96                    61 FR 58799
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/19/96
NPRM                            04/28/98                    63 FR 23231
NPRM Comment Period End         06/29/98
Supplemental NPRM Proposing 
Definitions                     10/05/01                    66 FR 50931
Supplemental NPRM Comment Period 
End                             12/04/01
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Maura Quinn
Phone: 703 814-4791
Fax: 703-814-4750

RIN: 1110-AA21
_______________________________________________________________________




1884. IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTIONS 104 AND 109 OF THE COMMUNICATIONS 
ASSISTANCE FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT--NOTICE OF ACTUAL AND MAXIMUM 
CAPACITY: PAGING, MSS, SMR, AND ESMR

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 100

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Inquiry (Cap 
Methodology)                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Maura Quinn
Phone: 703 814-4791
Fax: 703 814-4750

RIN: 1110-AA22

[[Page 22884]]

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Department of Justice (DOJ)                         Proposed Rule Stage


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1885. ENHANCED NOTICE AND RELEASE PROCEDURES FOR OWNERS OF SEIZED 
PROPERTY PURSUANT TO THE CAFRA OF 2000; DISPOSITION OF SEIZED PROPERTY 
TOO COSTLY TO MAINTAIN; CONSOLIDATION OF DEPARTMENT REGULATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 8 USC 1103; 8 USC 1324(b); 15 USC 1177; 17 
USC 509; 18 USC 981 to 983; 18 USC 1467; 18 USC 1955; 18 USC 1963; 18 
USC 2253 to 2254; 18 USC 2513; 19 USC 1606 to 1608; 19 USC 1610; 19 USC 
1612(b); 19 USC 1613; 19 USC 1618; 21 USC 822; 21 USC 853; 21 USC 871 
to 872; 21 USC 880 to 881; 21 USC 958; 21 USC 965; 22 USC 401; 28 USC 
509 to 510; 28 USC 524; PL 100-690, sec 6079

CFR Citation: 8 CFR 274; 21 CFR 1316; 28 CFR 8 (Revision); 28 CFR 9 
(Revision)

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 23, 2000, CAFRA applies to all 
forfeiture actions commenced on or after 8/23/00.

Abstract: By this rule, the Department does five things.
First, the Department is implementing new forfeiture procedures 
required by the Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Act of 2000 (CAFRA). 
CAFRA's procedural changes enhance the ability of property owners to 
contest the forfeiture of seized property. CAFRA also makes other 
changes beneficial to property owners. In particular: 1) The 
requirement to file a bond for costs with a claim is eliminated; 2) the 
time for filing a claim is extended; and 3) the release of seized 
property is required under various circumstances. Congress made CAFRA's 
changes applicable to forfeiture proceedings commenced on or after 
August 23, 2000.
Second, the Department is adding a provision allowing the pre-
forfeiture disposition of seized property when the expense of holding 
the property is disproportionate to its value. This provision is needed 
to implement the pre-existing authority of 19 U.S.C. section 1612(b)--
one of the customs laws' procedural statutes incorporated by reference 
in forfeiture statutes enforced by the Department. This provision will 
enable the Department to use the authority of section 1612(b) in 
appropriate cases to avoid disproportionately high storage and 
maintenance costs for seized property pending forfeiture.
Third, this rule consolidates previously existing forfeiture 
regulations of the DEA and the FBI in order to achieve greater 
consistency and promote overall fairness in the administrative 
forfeiture process by avoiding unnecessary differences in component 
procedures.
Fourth, the rule adds seizure-for-forfeiture authority for the FBI in 
18 U.S.C. section 1594 cases (forfeiture of property involved in 
peonage and slavery (Pub. L. 106-386; 114 Stat. 1464 (October 28, 
2000)).
Fifth, the rule modifies the regulations at 28 CFR part 9 governing 
petitions for remission or mitigation of forfeiture to refer only to 
DEA's ``Forfeiture Counsel'' as the pertinent official in DEA's 
forfeiture cases; to incorporate where applicable CAFRA's statutory 
criteria for innocent ownership; and to provide discretionary authority 
for the Ruling Officer to waive the payment of forfeiture-related costs 
and expenses, except payments of awards based on the forfeiture and 
payments of the recognized interests of other third parties in the 
property forfeited, as a condition of remission in cases in which the 
petitioner is a victim of the underlying offense. In addition, the 
discretionary authority to waive costs in remissions to owners and 
lienholders that is already provided at 28 CFR 9.7(a)(3) and 
9.7(b)(2)(i) and (ii) is amended to incorporate the same exceptions as 
those applicable in remissions to victims.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Hieronymus, Forfeiture Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Office of Domestic Operations, Asset Forfeiture Section, 
Caller Number 91017, Arlington, VA 22202
Phone: 202 307-7636

Maury V. Taylor, Forfeiture Counsel, Department of Justice, FBI, Office 
of the General Counsel, J. Edgar Hoover Building, 935 Pennsylvania 
Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20535
Phone: 202 324-9700

RIN: 1105-AA74
_______________________________________________________________________




1886. REPORTING UNDER THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN FROM SEXUAL PREDATORS 
ACT AS AMENDED

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 13032

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 81

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 30, 1998, Congress passed the Protection of 
Children From Sexual Predators Act of 1998 (PCSPA). The PCSPA requires 
providers of an electronic communication service or a remote computing 
service to the public, through a facility or means of interstate or 
foreign commerce, to report incidents of child pornography as defined 
by sections 2251, 2251A, 2252, 2252A, or 2260 of title 18, United 
States Code, to the appropriate Federal agency. In order to facilitate 
effective reporting, the PCSPA requires the Attorney General to 
``designate an agency'' to receive and investigate such reports of 
child pornography.
As amended by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2000, Public Law No. 
106-113, the PCSPA requires providers to report such incidents to the 
Cyber Tipline at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children 
(NCMEC), which shall forward that report to a law enforcement agency or 
agencies designated by the Attorney General. As amended by the 
Prosecutorial Remedies and Other Tools to End the Exploitation of 
Children Today Act of 2003, Public Law No. 108-21, the PCSPA also 
requires providers to report incidents of child pornography involving 
violations of section 2252B of title 18, United States Code, and 
incidents of violations of section 1466A, title 18, United States Code, 
and permits NCMEC to forward reports to State and local law enforcement 
agencies where appropriate. A notice of proposed rulemaking is being 
prepared that will provide guidance to the providers, NCMEC, and the 
designated law enforcement agencies on the content of such reports and 
how the reports will be processed.
In a related matter, RIN 1105-AA65, ``Designation of Agencies To 
Receive and Investigate Reports Required Under

[[Page 22885]]

the Protection of Children from Sexual Predators Act,'' interim final 
rule published November 4, 2003, 68 FR 62370, the Department designated 
four law enforcement agencies to receive and investigate such reports.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Andrew Oosterbaan, Chief, Child Exploitation and 
Obscenity Section, Department of Justice, 1400 New York Avenue NW, 
Suite 600, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 514-5780
Fax: 202 514-1793

RIN: 1105-AB06
_______________________________________________________________________




1887. PROCEDURES FOR SUSPENSION AND REMOVAL OF PANEL TRUSTEES AND 
STANDING TRUSTEES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 28 USC 586(d)(2)

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 58

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule revises existing regulations to provide procedures 
under which a panel trustee or a standing trustee can, upon request, 
obtain an administrative hearing on the record on whether a United 
States Trustee acted properly in suspending or removing that panel 
trustee or standing trustee.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Esther I. Estryn, Deputy General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for United States Trustees, Suite 800, 20 
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 307-1399
Fax: 202 307-2397
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1105-AB12
_______________________________________________________________________




1888.  REVISION TO UNITED STATES MARSHALS SERVICE FEES 
FOR SERVICES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509; 28 USC 510; 28 USC 515 to 519

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 0

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule increases the fee from $45 per person per hour to 
$50 per person per hour for process served or executed personally by a 
United States Marshals Service employee, agent, or contractor. This fee 
increase reflects the current costs to the United States Marshals 
Service for service of process in Federal court proceedings.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Joe Lazar, Associate General Counsel, United States 
Marshals Service, Department of Justice, 600 Army Navy Drive, CS-3, 
Arlington, VA 22202
Phone: 202 307-9054

RIN: 1105-AB14
_______________________________________________________________________




1889.  CONFORMING OVW GRANT PROGRAMS REGULATIONS TO 
STATUTORY CHANGES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 109-162

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Office on Violence Against Women issued a Notice of 
Proposed Rulemaking in December 2003 relating to clarification of the 
match requirement under the STOP Formula Grant Program and the STOP 
Violence Against Indian Women Discretionary Grant Program. On January 
5, 2006, President Bush signed the Violence Against Women and 
Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (VAWA 2005, Pub. L. 
109-162). VAWA 2005 changed the match requirements governing these 
programs and made other changes to OVW grant programs. Because of this, 
the specific changes proposed in the prior Notice are no longer 
applicable. Changes to the match requirement due to VAWA 2005 will be 
included in this new rulemaking.
This rule proposes to amend the regulations for certain violence 
against women grant programs to comply with statutory changes. The STOP 
(Services-Training-Officers-Prosecutors) Violence Against Women Formula 
Grant Program and the STOP Violence Against Indian Women Discretionary 
Grant Program are codified at 42 U.S.C. 3796gg through 3796gg-5. The 
final rule for these programs, found at 28 CFR part 90, was promulgated 
on April 18, 1995. The Grants to Encourage Arrest Policies and 
Enforcement of Protection Orders Program is codified at 42 U.S.C. 
3796hh through 3796hh-4. The final rule for the program, found at 28 
CFR part 90, subpart D, was promulgated on August 6, 1996. The Grants 
to Reduce Violent Crimes Against Women on Campus Program was authorized 
by title VIII, part E, section 826, of the Higher Education Amendments 
of 1998, Public Law No. 105-244, 112 Stat. 1581 (Oct. 7, 1998). VAWA 
2005 reauthorized the program and removed it from the Higher Education 
Amendments. The final rule for the program, found at 28 CFR part 90, 
subpart E, was promulgated on July 22, 1999. This rule proposes to 
amend the regulations governing the STOP Violence Against Women Formula 
Grant Program, the STOP Violence Against Indian Women Discretionary 
Grant Program, the Grants to Encourage Arrest Policies and Enforcement 
of Protection Orders Program, and the Grants to Reduce Violent Crimes 
Against Women on Campus Program to comply with the amendments to these 
programs enacted by VAWA 2005. These proposed changes to the 
regulations simply incorporate statutory changes and make some minor 
technical corrections.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/07
NPRM Comment Period End         03/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking incorporated the action

[[Page 22886]]

previously reported under RINs 1105-AB07 and 1121-AA67.

Agency Contact: Ms. Marnie Shiels, Department of Justice, Office on 
Violence Against Women, Washington, DC 20405
Phone: 202 305-2981
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1105-AB15
_______________________________________________________________________




1890.  PROCEDURES FOR REVIEW OF DENIAL OF CLAIMS OF 
STANDING TRUSTEE FOR ACTUAL, NECESSARY EXPENSES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 28 USC 586(e)(4)

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 58

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This establishes procedures that must be followed by a 
standing trustee seeking Agency review of and final Agency action on a 
denial of a claim by that trustee of actual, necessary expenses.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Esther I. Estryn, Deputy General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for United States Trustees, Suite 800, 20 
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 307-1399
Fax: 202 307-2397
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1105-AB16
_______________________________________________________________________




1891.  APPROVAL OF NONPROFIT BUDGET AND CREDIT 
COUNSELING AGENCIES AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTIONAL COURSES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 11 USC 111

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 58

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule sets forth the standards and qualifications that 
must be met by an entity: 1) Seeking to be approved by a United States 
Trustee as a nonprofit budget and credit counseling agency or 2) 
seeking to have a financial management instructional course approved by 
a United States Trustee.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         01/00/07

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Esther I. Estryn, Deputy General Counsel, Department of 
Justice, Executive Office for United States Trustees, Suite 800, 20 
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 307-1399
Fax: 202 307-2397
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1105-AB17
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Justice (DOJ)                            Final Rule Stage


Legal Activities (LA)



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1892. DESIGNATION OF AGENCIES TO RECEIVE AND INVESTIGATE REPORTS 
REQUIRED UNDER THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN FROM SEXUAL PREDATORS ACT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 13032

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 81

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, April 28, 1999.

Abstract: On October 30, 1998, Congress passed the Protection of 
Children From Sexual Predators Act of 1998 (PCSPA). The PCSPA requires 
providers of an electronic communication service or a remote computing 
service to the public, through a facility or means of interstate or 
foreign commerce, to report incidents of child pornography as defined 
by sections 2251, 2251A, 2252, 2252A, or 2260 of title 18, United 
States Code, to the appropriate Federal agency. In order to facilitate 
effective reporting, the PCSPA requires the Attorney General to 
``designate an agency'' to receive and investigate such reports of 
child pornography. The proposed rule previously published set forth the 
Attorney General's proposed designations and certain other matters 
covered by the PCSPA's reporting requirements.
On November 29, 1999, as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 
2000, Public Law 106-113, 113 Stat. 1501, Congress amended 42 U.S.C. 
13032 to require providers to report such incidents to the Cyber 
Tipline at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children 
(NCMEC), which shall forward that report to a law enforcement agency or 
agencies designated by the Attorney General. As amended by the 
Prosecutorial Remedies and Other Tools to End the Exploitation of 
Children Today Act of 2003, Public Law No. 108-21, the PCSPA also 
requires providers to report incidents of child pornography involving 
violations of section 2252B of title 18, United States Code, and 
incidents of violations of section 1466A, title 18, United States Code, 
and permits NCMEC to forward reports to State and local law enforcement 
agencies where appropriate. On November 4, 2003, an interim final rule 
was published designating four Federal law enforcement agencies that 
will receive reports pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 13032. These include the 
Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Bureau of Immigration and Customs 
Enforcement, the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, and the U.S. Secret 
Service.
In a related matter, RIN 1105-AB06, ``Reporting Under the Protection of 
Children From Sexual Predators Act, as Amended,'' the Department is 
preparing a notice of proposed rulemaking to provide guidance to those 
law enforcement agencies and to the providers making the reports.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/26/99                    64 FR 28422

[[Page 22887]]

NPRM Comment Period End         07/26/99
Interim Final Rule              11/04/03                    68 FR 62370
Interim Final Rule Effective    12/04/03
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      01/05/04
Final Action                    09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Andrew Oosterbaan, Chief, Child Exploitation and 
Obscenity Section, Department of Justice, 1400 New York Avenue NW, 
Suite 600, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 514-5780
Fax: 202 514-1793

RIN: 1105-AA65
_______________________________________________________________________




1893. GUIDELINES FOR THE PROTECT ACT AMENDMENTS TO THE JACOB WETTERLING 
CRIMES AGAINST CHILDREN AND SEXUALLY VIOLENT OFFENDER REGISTRATION ACT

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 42 USC 14071; PL 108-21

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 170101 of the Violent Crime Control and Law 
Enforcement Act of 1994, Public Law No. 103-322, 108 Stat. 1796, 2038 
(codified at 42 U.S.C. 14071) contains the Jacob Wetterling Crimes 
Against Children and Sexually Violent Offender Registration Act (the 
``Wetterling Act''). The Wetterling Act sets minimum national standards 
for State sex offender registration and community notification programs 
and directs the Attorney General to issue guidelines for such programs. 
The main set of current Wetterling Act guidelines was published on 
January 5, 1999, in the Federal Register (64 FR 572, with corrections 
at 64 FR 3590), and a supplementary set of guidelines for the Campus 
Sex Crimes Prevention Act amendment to the Wetterling Act was published 
on October 25, 2002, in the Federal Register (67 FR 65598). States that 
fail to comply with the Wetterling Act's requirements (as implemented 
and explained in the Attorney General's guidelines) are subject to a 
mandatory 10 percent reduction of the formula grant funding available 
under the Edward Byrne Memorial State and Local Law Enforcement 
Assistance Program (42 U.S.C. 3756), which is administered by the 
Bureau of Justice Assistance of the Department of Justice.
Subsequent to the publication of the current Wetterling Act guidelines, 
the Wetterling Act was amended by sections 604 and 605 of the 
Prosecutorial Remedies and Other Tools to end the Exploitation of 
Children Today Act of 2003, or PROTECT Act, Public Law 108-21, 117 
Stat. 650, 688 (2003). These amendments provide that the means by which 
a State provides information to the public concerning registered sex 
offenders must include an Internet site and add child pornography 
production and distribution offenses to the list of crimes against 
children for which registration is required under the Wetterling Act's 
standards. Supplementary guidelines are necessary to take account of 
the PROTECT Act amendments to the Wetterling Act.
The deadline for State compliance with the amendment in section 604 of 
the PROTECT Act, relating to Internet sites for sex offender 
information, is 3 years after the date of enactment; i.e., April 29, 
2006, subject to a possible 2-year extension that the Attorney General 
may grant to States that are making good-faith efforts to come into 
compliance. The amendment in section 605 of the PROTECT Act, relating 
to registration for child pornography production and distribution 
offenses, took effect at the time of its enactment; i.e., on April 30, 
2003.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Guidelines   03/15/05                    70 FR 12721
Proposed Guidelines Comment 
Period End                      05/16/05
Final Guidelines                08/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: David J. Karp, Senior Counsel, Department of Justice, 
950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Room 4503, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 514-3273

RIN: 1105-AB08
_______________________________________________________________________




1894. DNA SAMPLE COLLECTION FROM FEDERAL OFFENDERS UNDER THE JUSTICE FOR 
ALL ACT OF 2004

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 28 USC 509; 28 USC 510; PL 108-405

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 28

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Justice is publishing this rule to 
implement section 203(b) of Public Law 108-405, the Justice for All Act 
of 2004. The Justice for All Act of 2004 authorizes the Department of 
Justice to treat offenses in certain specified categories as qualifying 
Federal offenses for purposes of DNA sample collection. This rule 
amends regulations to reflect new categories of Federal offenses 
subject to DNA sample collection. The Justice for All Act amendment 
added ``[a]ny felony'' as a specified offense category in 42 U.S.C. 
14135a(d)--thereby permitting the collection of DNA samples from all 
convicted Federal felons. This rule includes the new ``any felony'' 
category and does not change the coverage of misdemeanors in certain 
categories already included under prior law.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/31/05                     70 FR 4763
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/31/05
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/01/05
Final Action                    09/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David J. Karp, Senior Counsel, Department of Justice, 
950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Room 4503, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 514-3273

RIN: 1105-AB09
_______________________________________________________________________




1895. PRESERVATION OF BIOLOGICAL EVIDENCE UNDER 18 U.S.C. 3600A

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 3600A

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 28

[[Page 22888]]

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, April 28, 2005, Implementing 
regulations required within 180 days of enactment.

Abstract: The Department of Justice is publishing this rule to 
implement 18 U.S.C. 3600A. That statute requires the Federal Government 
to preserve biological evidence in Federal criminal cases in which 
defendants are under sentences of imprisonment, subject to certain 
limitations and exceptions. Subsection (e) of the statute requires the 
Attorney General to promulgate regulations to implement and enforce the 
statute. This rule adds a new subchapter C to 28 CFR part 28 to effect 
the required implementation and enforcement of 18 U.S.C. 3600A. The new 
provisions added by this rule explain and interpret the evidence 
preservation requirement of 18 U.S.C. 3600A, and include provisions 
concerning sanctions for violations of that requirement.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/28/05                    70 FR 21951
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/27/05
Final Action                    10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: David J. Karp, Senior Counsel, Department of Justice, 
950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Room 4503, Washington, DC 20530
Phone: 202 514-3273

RIN: 1105-AB10
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1896.  SUPPLEMENT TO JUSTICE DEPARTMENT PROCEDURES AND 
COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY REGULATIONS TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH 
THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321; 42 USC 4371; 42 USC 7609; 28 CFR 61; 40 
CFR 1500

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule adds appendix E to part 61 of the Department of 
Justice's regulations to ensure better compliance with the National 
Environmental Policy Act of 1969. The rule supplements existing 
Department procedures and regulations of the Council on Environmental 
Quality and only pertains to internal procedures of the United States 
Marshals Service.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/20/06                     71 FR 3248
NPRM Comment Period End         03/21/06
Final Action                    12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Joseph Band, Department of Justice, Washington, DC 
20002
Phone: 202 307-9456

RIN: 1105-AB13
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Department of Justice (DOJ)                           Long-Term Actions


Legal Activities (LA)



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1897. ETHICAL STANDARDS FOR ATTORNEYS FOR THE GOVERNMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 77

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/19/99                    64 FR 19273
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/21/99
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barbara Kammerman
Phone: 202 514-0458
Fax: 202 353-7491

RIN: 1105-AA67
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1898. NATIONAL MOTOR VEHICLE TITLE INFORMATION SYSTEM (NMVTIS) REPORTING 
REGULATIONS

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Deborah Sorkin
Phone: 202 305-4023
Fax: 202 305-0562

RIN: 1105-AA71
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Department of Justice (DOJ)                           Completed Actions


Legal Activities (LA)



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1899. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR ANNUITY BROKERS IN CONNECTION WITH 
STRUCTURED SETTLEMENTS ENTERED INTO BY THE UNITED STATES

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 50

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/06/06                    71 FR 11158

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kenneth L. Zwick
Phone: 202 514-4552
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1105-AA82

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1900. STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN FORMULA GRANT PROGRAM AND STOP 
VIOLENCE AGAINST INDIAN WOMEN DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM: CLARIFICATION 
OF MATCH REQUIREMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 90

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - Superseded by RIN 
1105-AB15                       02/22/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Marnie Shiels
Phone: 202 305-2981
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1105-AB07
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1901. PROCEDURES TO PROMOTE COMPLIANCE WITH CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS 
OBLIGATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 45

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/17/05                    70 FR 69650
Final Action Effective          12/19/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Mary Beth Buchanan
Phone: 202 514-2121

RIN: 1105-AB11
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1902. VICTIMS OF CRIME ACT (VOCA) CRIME VICTIM COMPENSATION PROGRAM 
REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 42 USC 10602; 42 USC 10604

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Crime Victim Compensation 
Program regulations provide the parameters under which state agencies 
may use these funds to reimburse crime victims directly for expenses 
related to crime. Expenses that must be covered are lost wages, medical 
and mental health costs, and funeral and burial costs. States, at their 
discretion, may cover loss of support, crime scene cleanup, and other 
such expenses.
VOCA funds are obtained from the Crime Victims Fund in the U.S. 
Treasury, which consists of fines, fees, and bond forfeitures from 
federal offenders.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: TRANSFERRED RIN: This rulemaking 1121-AA68 
continues the rulemaking previously listed as ``child'' RIN 1121-AA66 
under ``parent'' RIN 1121-AA61. This rulemaking has been transferred to 
RIN 1121-AA68 because the computer system used by the Regulatory 
Information Service Center (RISC) to compile the Unified Agenda no 
longer supports ``parent'' and ``child'' RINs. This rulemaking is not a 
new action. (For another VOCA-related rulemaking, see RIN 1121-AA69)

Agency Contact: Timothy Hagle, Deputy Director, Office for Victims of 
Crime, Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, 810 7th 
Street NW, Washington, DC 20531
Phone: 202 305-1209
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1121-AA68
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1903. VICTIM OF CRIME ACT (VOCA) VICTIM ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 42 USC 10603; 42 USC 10604

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Victim Assistance Program Regulations provide the 
parameters under which State agencies may use these funds to award 
grants to government and nonprofit organizations to provide direct 
services to crime victims. Local programs include child abuse, homicide 
survivor, drunk driving, sexual assault, and domestic violence. More 
than three million crime victims are served through these grants.
Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funds are obtained from the Crime Victims 
Fund in the U.S. Treasury, which consists of fines, fees, and bond 
forfeitures from Federal offenders.
Costs to States are limited, as the VOCA grant provides for 
administrative costs for these programs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         10/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: TRANSFERRED RIN: This rulemaking 1121-AA69 
continues the rulemaking previously listed as ``child'' RIN 1121-AA65 
under ``parent'' RIN 1121-AA61. This rulemaking has been transferred to 
RIN 1121-AA69 because the computer system used by the Regulatory 
Information Service Center (RISC) to compile the Unified Agenda no 
longer supports ``parent'' and ``child'' RINs. This rulemaking is not a 
new action. (For another VOCA-related rulemaking, see RIN 1121-AA68).

Agency Contact: Timothy Hagle, Deputy Director, Office for Victims of 
Crime, Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, 810 7th 
Street NW, Washington, DC 20531
Phone: 202 305-1209

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Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1121-AA69
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1904. CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES ON TRIBAL LANDS GRANT PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 13701 et seq

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Office of Justice Programs is issuing this rulemaking to 
amend the title and the definitions of ``Indian tribe'' and 
``construction'' within 28 CFR part 91, subpart C (which outlines the 
requirements and procedures to award grants to Indian tribes for 
constructing jails on tribal lands for the incarceration of offenders 
subject to tribal jurisdiction). Congress has mandated a new definition 
of ``Indian tribe,'' and with this broader definition, Federal funds 
through the Office of Justice Programs are now available to a larger 
universe of tribal entities. The amendment to the definition of 
``construction'' is simply to expand and clarify the existing 
definition to assist applicants and grantees in better understanding 
the allowable scope a project may take.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/24/96                    61 FR 49969
Correction                      10/18/96                    61 FR 54333
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/24/96
Second Interim Final Rule       01/15/04                     69 FR 2298
Second Interim Final Rule 
Comment Period End              03/15/04
Final Action                    11/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Maria Pressley, Special Projects Manager, BJA, 
Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, 810 7th Street NW, 
Washington, DC 20531
Phone: 202 353-8643
Fax: 2023544126
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1121-AA41
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1905. BULLETPROOF VEST PARTNERSHIP GRANT ACTS OF 1998 AND 2000

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 3796ll

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 33

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, September 14, 1998.

Abstract: The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is publishing final 
regulations implementing the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Acts of 
1998 and 2000, which authorize BJA funds to eligible States, units of 
local government, and Indian tribes to purchase armored vests for use 
by law enforcement officers. This final rule reflects the revised 
process by which eligible jurisdictions may register, apply, and 
request funding under BJA's Internet-Based Bulletproof Vest Partnership 
Grant Program.
On September 23, 1998, BJA published an interim final rule, with a 
request for comments (63 FR 50759). The interim final rule established 
the process by which BJA would implement the Bulletproof Vest 
Partnership Grant Act of 1998. BJA did not receive any comments in 
response to the interim final rule. Nevertheless, BJA initiated 
numerous outreach efforts, in the form of focus groups and beta 
testing, to ensure that all affected parties had ample opportunity to 
review and participate in the program's design and development.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/23/98                    63 FR 50759
Interim Final Rule Effective    09/23/98
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/23/98
Second Interim Final Rule       12/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Linda Hammond-Decker, Program Manager, Department of 
Justice, Office of Justice Programs, 810 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 
20053
Phone: 202 514-6015

RIN: 1121-AA48
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1906. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REVIEW PROCEDURES FOR THE VOI/TIS GRANT 
PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 13701 et seq, as amended by PL 104-134; 42 USC 
4321 et seq; 40 CFR 1500 to 1508

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Office of Justice Programs is issuing this final rule to 
set forth the procedures that it and the States that are awarded 
Federal funds under the Violent Offender Incarceration/Truth-in-
Sentencing Grants Program must follow in order to comply with the 
environmental impact review procedures mandated by the National 
Environmental Policy Act, the Council on Environmental Quality's 
implementing regulations, and other related Federal environmental 
impact review requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/08/00                    65 FR 48592
Interim Final Rule Effective    08/08/00
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/10/00
Final Action                    11/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Steve Antkowiak, Special Projects Manager, Department 
of Justice, Office of Justice Programs,

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810 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20531
Phone: 202 514-7663
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1121-AA52
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1907. PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS' BENEFITS PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 3711 et seq

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau of Justice Assistance will be proposing a major, 
substantive revision of the existing regulations (28 CFR part 32) that 
govern the Public Safety Officers' Benefits (PSOB) Program to 
streamline all aspects of the program and relieve claimants of 
administrative burdens no longer deemed necessary. Further, the program 
will need to change as BJA moves into a paperless, electronic, Web-
based application/review/payment program. The proposed revised 
regulations will affect all components of the program: Death benefits, 
disability benefits, education benefits, and the related administrative 
components governing hearing officers and independent medical 
examinations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/26/05                    70 FR 43078
NPRM Comment Period End         09/26/05
Final Action                    07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Hope Janke, Counsel to the Director, BJA, Department of 
Justice, Office of Justice Programs, 810 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 
20531
Phone: 202 307-2858
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1121-AA56
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1908. INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM VICTIM EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 10603c, sec 1404c; PL 104-208, Victims of 
Trafficking and Violence Protection Act of 2000

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Office of Justice Programs (OJP) is developing these 
regulations to implement the International Terrorism Victim Expense 
Reimbursement Program provisions contained in the Victims of 
Trafficking and Violence Protection Act of 2000 (Pub. L. 104-208), 
which directs OJP to carry out a program to reimburse victims of acts 
of international terrorism that occur outside the United States, for 
expenses associated with that victimization.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/24/05                    70 FR 49518
NPRM Comment Period End         10/24/05
Final Action                    07/00/06

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Barbara Walker, Program Manager, Department of Justice, 
Office of Justice Programs, Terrorism and International Victims Unit, 
Office for Victims of Crime, 810 7th Street NW, Washington, DC 20531
Phone: 202 305-1696

RIN: 1121-AA63
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Department of Justice (DOJ)                           Long-Term Actions


Office of Justice Programs (OJP)



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1909. CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE SYSTEMS OPERATING POLICIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 28 CFR 23

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
NPRM Comment Period End          To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: George Pruden II
Phone: 202 616-3627
Fax: 202 307-1419
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1121-AA59
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