[Privacy Act Issuances (1995)] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov] POSTAL SERVICE PREFATORY STATEMENT OF ROUTINE USES A. For Law Enforcement Purposes When the Postal Service becomes aware of an indication of a violation or potential violation of law, whether civil, criminal or regulatory in nature, and whether arising by generaL statute or particular program statute, or by regulation, rule or order issued pursuant thereto, or in response to the appropriate agency's request upon a reasonable belief that a violation has occurred, the relevant records may be referred to the appropriate agency, whether Federal, State, local, or foreign, charged with the responsibility of investigating or prosecuting such violation or charged with enforcing or implementing the statute, rule, regulation, or order issued pursuant thereto. B. Disclosure Incident to Litigation Records from this system may be disclosed to the Department of Justice or to other counsel representing the Postal Service, or may be disclosed in a proceeding before a court or adjudicative body before which the Postal Service is authorized to appear, when (a) the Postal Service; or (b) any postal employee in his or her official capacity; or (c) any postal employee in his or her individual capacity whom the Department of Justice has agreed to represent; or (d) the United States when it is determined that the Postal Service is likely to be affected by the litigation, is a party to litigation or has an interest in such litigation, and such records are determined by the Postal Service or its counsel to be arguably relevant to the litigation, provided, however, that in each case, the Postal Service determines that disclosure of the records is a use of the information that is compatible with the purpose for which it was collected. This routine use specifically contemplates that information may be released in response to relevant discovery and that any manner of response allowed by the rules of the forum may be employed. C. Disclosure Incident to Requesting Information Records may be disclosed to a Federal, State or local agency maintaining civil, criminal, or other relevant enforcement or other pertinent information, such as licenses, when necessary to obtain information from such agency that is relevant to a Postal Service decision concerning the hiring or retention of an employee, the issuance of a security clearance, the letting of a contract, or the issuance of a license, grant, permit, or other benefit. D. Disclosure to Requesting Agency Records may be disclosed to a Federal, State, local or foreign agency, in response to its request, in connection with the hiring or retention of an employee, the issuance of a security clearance, the conduct of a security or suitability investigation of an individual, the reporting of an investigation of an employee, the letting of a contract, or the issuance of a license, grant, or other benefit by the requesting agency, to the extent that the information is relevant and necessary to the requesting agency's decision on the matter. E. Congressional Inquiries Disclosure may be made to a Congressional office from the record of an individual in response to an inquiry from the Congressional office made at the prompting of that individual. F. Disclosure to Agents and Contractors Records or information from this system may be disclosed to an expert, consultant, or other person who is under contract to the Postal Service to fulfill an agency function, but only to the extent necessary to fulfill that function. This may include disclosure to any person with whom the Postal Service contracts to reproduce, by typing, photocopy or other means, any record for use by Postal Service officials in connection with their official duties or to any person who performs clerical or stenographic functions relating to the official business of the Postal Service. G. Storage Inactive records may be transferred to a Federal Records Center for storage prior to destruction. H. Disclosure to Office of Management and Budget Records from this system may be disclosed to the Office of Management and Budget in connection with the review of private relief legislation as set forth in OMB Circular No. A-19 at any stage of the legislative coordination and clearance process as set forth in that Circular. J. Disclosure to Outside Auditors Records in this system may be subject to review by an independent certified public accountant during an official audit of Postal Service finances. K. Disclosure to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Records from this system may be disclosed to an authorized investigator, administrative judge, or complaints examiner appointed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, when requested in connection with the investigation of a formal complaint of discrimination filed against the U.S. Postal Service under 29 CFR part 1613. L. Disclosure to Merit Systems Protection Board or Office of the Special Counsel Records from this system may be disclosed to the Merit Systems Protection Board or Office of the Special Counsel for the purpose of litigation, including administrative proceedings, appeals, special studies, investigations of alleged or possible prohibited personnel practices, and such other functions as may be authorized by law. M. Disclosure to Labor Organizations Pursuant to the National Labor Relations Act, records from this system may be furnished to a labor organization upon its request when needed by that organization to perform properly its duties as the collective bargaining representative of postal employees in an appropriate bargaining unit. USPS 010.010 System name: Collection and Delivery Records--Address Change and Mail Forwarding Records, 010.010. System location: Post Offices and contractor/licensee sites. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal customers requesting mail forwarding services from their local postal facilities and any postal customers who are victims of a disaster who have requested mail forwarding services through the Red Cross. Categories of records in the system: Records contain customer name, old address, new mailing address, mail forwarding instructions, effective date, information as to whether the move is permanent or temporary and the customer's signature. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 403, 404. Purpose(s): (1) To provide mail forwarding services to postal customers who have changed address; (2) To provide address correction services to postal customers; and (3) To provide address information to the Red Cross about a postal customer who has been relocated because of a disaster. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: Records within the system reflect a customer's temporary or permanent change of address. General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices and routine use Nos. 4 and 5 below apply to all change of address (both temporary and permanent) information within this system. The remaining routine uses below are specific to either permanent or temporary change of address information, as stated. 1. The new address of any specific customer who has filed a permanent Change of Address (PS Form 3575 or handwritten order) may be furnished to any person upon request. Except for disclosures made pursuant to a general routine use or routine uses 3, 4, and 5 below, disclosure will be limited to the address of the specifically identified individual about whom the information is requested (i.e., not other individuals or family members whose names may also appear on the change of address order) and copies of the form will not be furnished. 2. Disclosure of a customer's new permanent address may be made from the National Change of Address file to customers seeking corrected addresses for their mailing lists. 3. Permanent change of address information may be disclosed to duly constituted election boards or registration commissions using permanent registration. Copies of change of address orders may be furnished. 4. Permanent or temporary change of address information may be disclosed to a federal, state, or local government agency upon prior written certification that the information is required for the performance of its duties. A copy of the change of address order may be furnished. 5. Permanent or temporary change of address information may be disclosed to a law enforcement agency, for oral requests made through the Inspection Service, but only after the Inspection Service has confirmed that the information is needed in the course of a criminal investigation. A copy of the change of address order may be furnished. 6. Temporary change of address information may be disclosed to a person empowered by law to serve legal process, or the attorney for a party in whose behalf service will be made, or a party who is acting pro se, upon receipt of written information that meets prescribed certification requirements. A copy of the change of address order will not be furnished. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: This source document is stored in filing cabinets at the delivery unit. They are filed alphabetically by name within month or quarter. Records generated from the source document are stored on cards or list forms or recorded on magnetic tape and/or disk where central markup is computerized. These records are filed alphabetically by name and route number or zone. Records are also consolidated in a National Change of Address File on magnetic tape maintained by firms under contract or license agreement with the Postal Service. Retrievability: By name and address (paper records). By name and address within ZIP Code (computerized records). Safeguards: Access to and use of these records are limited to those persons whose official duties require such access. Contractor/licensee Privacy Act protections are subject to impromptu on-site audits and inspection by the Postal Inspection Service. Retention and disposal: a. Source document is retained for 18 months from effective date and then destroyed by shredding or burning. b. Information on magnetic tape and/or disk at Computerized Forwarding System sites is retained for 18 months from effective date. At the end of that period, the tapes/disks are erased. c. Information on magnetic tape at the Address Information Center (National Change of Address File) is retained for 36 months from effective date. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Delivery, Distribution & Transportation Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-7100 (paper records); APMG, Operations Systems and Performance Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-7200 (computerized records). Notification procedure: Customers wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to their local postmaster. Inquiries should contain full name and address, effective date of change order, route number (if known) and ZIP Code. Customers wishing to know whether information about them is also maintained in the National Change of Address File should address such inquiries to Manager, NCOA, Address Information Systems Division, U.S. Postal Service, 6060 Primacy Parkway, Memphis, TN 38188-0001. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: The individual to whom the record pertains. USPS 010.020 System name: Collection and Delivery Records--Boxholder Records, 010.020. System location: Post Offices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal customers who have applied for or expressed an interest in post office box or caller services, whether for private or public use. Categories of records in the system: Records are in printed or card form and contain name, addresses, telephone number, record of payment, post office box service preference and the names of persons or agents whether family members, business associates, or employees. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 403, 404. Purpose(s): To provide post office box services to post customers. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: This system contains records about postal customers who have applied for a post office box to be used for either a business or non-business purpose (as indicated on the PS Form 1093, Application for Post Office Box or Caller Number, or other evidence). General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices and routine use Nos. 2, 3, 4, and 5 below apply to both business and non-business boxholder information within this system. Note: Copies of the PS Form 1093 will not be furnished, except for disclosures made pursuant to a general routine use or routine uses 2, 4, and 5 below. 1. The recorded name, address, and telephone number of the holder of a post office box being used for the purpose of doing or soliciting business with the public, and any person applying for a box in behalf of a holder, will be furnished to any person upon request. 2. Disclosure of Boxholder information may be made to a federal, state, or local government agency upon prior written certification that the information is required for the performance of its official duties. A copy of the PS Form 1093 may be furnished. 3. The name or address of the holder of a post office box may be disclosed to a person empowered by law to serve legal process, or the attorney for a party in whose behalf service will be made, or a party who is acting pro se, upon receipt of written information that meets prescribed certification requirements. A copy of the PS Form 1093 will not be furnished. 4. Disclosure of boxholder information may be made to a law enforcement agency, for oral requests made through the Inspection Service, but only after the Inspection Service has confirmed that the information is needed in the course of a criminal investigation. A copy of the PS Form 1093 may be furnished. 5. Disclosure of boxholder information may be made, upon prior written certification from a foreign government agency citing the relevance of the information to an indication of a violation or potential violation of law and its responsibility for investigating or prosecuting such violation, and only if the address is (1) outside the United States and its territories, and (2) within the territorial boundaries of the requesting foreign government. A copy of the PS Form 1093 may be furnished. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed or card form filed in metal cabinets. In locations where the records have been automated, information may be found on magnetic tape, magnetic cards or mylar strips. Retrievability: Information is filed according to local needs, and the volume of records. Billing forms are filed numerically by box number within the month rent is due. Applications are filed alphabetically by name of individual or firm. Safeguards: Access limited to employees working in the boxholder section. Automated records are subject to computer access controls (passwords) that restrict access to authorized personnel. Retention and disposal: a. Boxholder Applications--Destroy 2 years after termination of the rental. b. Post Office Box Fee Register and Register for Caller Service Fees-- Destroy 2 years from date of last entry on card. If automated, delete this customer's record upon termination of the box rental or caller service. c. Post Office Box and Caller Service Records: 1. Closed Files and Index Cards--Destroy 6 months from date of closing. 2. Closed Appeal Files--Destroy when 1 year old. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Delivery, Distribution & Transportation Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-7100. APMG, Department of the Controller, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-5200. APMG, Rates & Classification Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-5300. Notification procedure: Inquiries should be addressed to the local postmaster; requestors in person should identify themselves with drivers license, military, government or other form of identification. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: The individual to whom the record pertains. USPS 010.030 System name: Collection and Delivery Records--Carrier Drive-Out Agreements, 010.030. System location: Divisions, Sectional Centers, Post Offices, Postal Data Centers. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Letter carriers who use privately owned vehicles to transport the mails pursuant to a valid agreement with the local postmaster. Categories of records in the system: Route number, name and address of carrier, social security number and effective dates of the agreement. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 1206. Purpose(s): To provide reimbursement to carriers driving their own vehicles. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records may be used to transfer necessary tax information to Internal Revenue Service. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms, magnetic tape disk and computer printout reports. Retrievability: The system is indexed by employees' social security number, pay location number and pay period. Safeguards: Normal precautions of filing equipment, limited access, and the physical security measures of the computer facility. Retention and disposal: a. Agreements--Destroy when 2 years old. b. Postmaster's copy of the PS 1839--Destroy when 4 years old. c. Machine-readable records at the PDC (PS 1839 information)--Destroy when 7 years old. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Delivery, Distribution & Transportation Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-7100. Notification procedure: Inquire whether this system of records contains information about him or to gain access to information pertaining to him should direct an inquiry to the head of the facility where employed. Inquiries should contain full name, social security number, the route worked, and the pay periods that the agreement was in force. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: The individual to whom the record pertains. USPS 010.040 System name: Collection and Delivery Records--City Carrier Route Records, 010.040. System location: Postal Service Headquarters, Regional Headquarters, Divisions, Sectional Centers, Post Offices, Postal Data Centers and ADP Contractor sites. Categories of individuals covered by the system: City delivery letter carriers. Categories of records in the system: Employee name, social security account number, age, route number, length of service, leave time and whether or not a transportation agreement exists. Also included is information pertaining to workload, work schedule, performance analysis, and individual work habits; inspection reports of employee workload and workload adjustments; comments by employee and examiner on route adjustments and inspections; and statistical engineering records of carrier and route characteristics. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 403, 404. Purpose(s): To assist management in evaluating mail delivery and collection operations and administering these functions efficiently. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed forms, computerized media, computer printouts. Retrievability: Route number, employee name, or postal facility name. Safeguards: Access to and use of these records are limited to those persons whose official duties require such access. Retention and disposal: a. Route inspection records and minor adjustment worksheets are retained for 2 years where inspections or minor adjustments are made annually or more frequently. Where inspections are made less than annually, the records that reflect the current route structure are retained indefinitely until a new inspection or minor adjustment is made. At that time, the former records are retained for two years. Disposal of records is by shredding or burning. b. Other records in system are retained for a period of up to 1 year depending upon the criticality of the information and then destroyed by shredding or burning. c. Statistical engineering records are retained for 5 years and then further retained on a year-by-year basis as specifically justified. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Delivery, Distribution & Transportation Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-7100; SAPMG Operations Group, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-7000. (Statistical Engineering Records). Notification procedure: Inquiries should contain employee's name, social security number, and type of information being requested, and should be forwarded to post office of employment. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Employees, carrier supervisors, and route inspectors. USPS 010.050 System name: Collection and Delivery Records--Delivery of Mail Through Agents, 010.050. System location: Divisions, Sectional Centers, Post Offices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal customer requesting delivery of mail through an agent and the agent to whom the mail is to be delivered. Categories of records in the system: Records contain the name and address of customer, name and address of agent and the signatures of both parties. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 403, 404 Purpose(s): Serves as the written authority for the delivery of mail other than as addressed. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. 1. Information may be disclosed for the purpose of identifying an address as an address of an agent to whom mail is delivered on behalf of other persons. This routine use does not authorize the disclosure of the identities of persons on behalf of whom agents receive mail. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Pre-printed forms maintained in file cabinets. Retrievability: Customer name. Safeguards: Access is limited to postal employees in the delivery section. Retention and disposal: Records are maintained until contract is terminated and then destroyed by shredding. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Delivery, Distribution & Transportation Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-7100. Notification procedure: Submit to local postmaster proof of personal identity. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Co-signers of the request for delivery of mail through an agent. USPS 010.060 System name: Collection and Delivery Records--Free Matter for Blind and Visually Handicapped Persons, USPS 010.060. System location: Local Delivery Post Offices Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal customers who are blind or visually handicapped and cannot use or read conventionally printed material and who are receiving postage- free service in their delivery areas. Categories of records in the system: Name and address of individual, and statement of competent authority certifying that the individual is unable to read conventional reading material. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 403, 404, 3403, 3404, 3405. Purpose(s): To assist local postal management in processing mail matter for blind or visually handicapped persons without undue delay or uncertainty concerning such persons' eligibility to mail or receive items free of postage. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper files. Retrievability: Customer name and address. Safeguards: Records are maintained in locked file cabinets with access limited to those persons having an official need to know in the performance of their duties. Retention and disposal: Retained as long as the customer resides in delivery area and then destroyed by shredding or burning. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Philatelic and Retail Services Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-6700. Notification procedure: Customers wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to their local postmasters. Inquiries should contain full name and address. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Individuals licensed medical doctors, ophthalmologists, optometrists, registered nurses, professional staff members of hospitals, other institutions or agencies or other competent authority. USPS 010.070 System name: Collection and Delivery Records--Mailbox Irregularities, 010.070. System location: Divisions, Sectional Centers, Post Offices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal Service customers whose mailbox does not comply with USPS standards and regulations. Categories of records in the system: Reports of irregularities as submitted by the carrier or route inspector, the name and address of customer and the date and signature of the postmaster. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 403, 404. Purpose(s): To provide for efficient delivery of the mail. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Pre-printed forms. Retrievability: Route number. Safeguards: Filed in cabinets with access limited to USPS personnel having an official need for access. Retention and disposal: Retained for one year after completed action and destroyed by shredding or burning. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Delivery, Distribution & Transportation Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-7100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether this system of records contains information about them should contact the local postmaster, presenting identification as to name, address and ZIP Code. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Carrier or route inspector. USPS 010.080 System name: Collection and Delivery Records--Rural Carrier Route Records, 010.080. System location: Post Offices having rural carrier operations: Operations Support Group; Regions; Divisions; Sectional Centers; Postal Data Centers; National Address Information Center (Memphis, TN); and contractor/ licensee sites. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal customers receiving rural mail delivery services; postal customers whose rural mail address has been converted to a locatable (city-style) address; and rural delivery letter carriers. Categories of records in the system: Employee name, route number, age, length of service, physical condition, quality of service and vehicle adequacy. Also included in this system is information pertaining to employee workload, work schedule and performance analysis; inspection reports of employees, workload and workload adjustments, route travel description; and employee and examiners' comments on adjustments and inspection. The system may also contain customer names, rural route location, and city-style address if rural route address has been converted. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 403, 404. Purpose(s): (1) To assist management in evaluating rural mail delivery and collection operations and administering these functions efficiently; (2) to provide basis for payment of salary and vehicle maintenance allowance carriers; (3) to assist government planning authorities in converting rural addresses to locatable (city-style) street addresses; and (4) to provide address correction services to mailers who wish to have their mailing lists updated with the newly assigned or converted address. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Provide Bureau of the Census, Department of Commerce address information as requested to assist them in their statutory requirement of census taking. 2. Rural route customer addresses may be disclosed to persons or organizations authorized by a postal regulation to receive address correction information. (Advance notice) 3. Name and address information may be disclosed to Federal, State, and local government agencies as required by such agencies for the purpose of performing their official duties. 4. Name and address information may be disclosed to government planning authorities, or firms under contract with those authorities, for the purpose of assigning locatable (city-style) addresses to rural addresses, but disclosure will be limited to that necessary for address conversion or assignment. 5. Disclosure of a customer's new locatable (city-style) address may be made from the Locatable Address Conversion File to mailers wishing to have their mailing lists updated with the newly assigned address, but disclosure will be limited to the assigned addresses corresponding to those provided by the mailer. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms or lists in ordinary file equipment or on computer tape and printouts. Records of rural address conversion to locatable (city-style) address are also consolidated in a Locatable Address Conversion Service file on magnetic tape maintained by firms under contract or license agreement with the Postal Service. Retrievability: Records are maintained by name and address of customer, and by route number, employee name or postal facility name. Safeguards: Access to and use of these records are limited to those persons whose official duties require such access. Contractor/licensee Privacy Act protections are subject to impromptu on-site audits and inspection by the Postal Inspection Service. Retention and disposal: a. Records in card or list form are maintained as long as the customer resides on the route; they are destroyed by shredding one year after the customer moves. b. Route travel description records, and establishment and discontinuance orders are retained until route is discontinued and then transferred to the Federal Records Center within two years after discontinuance date. c. Trip reports are retained for three years and then disposed of by shredding or burning. d. Route inspection reports and mail count records (mail counts made annually or more frequently) are retained for two years. Where mail counts are made less than annually records are retained until the next mail counts. Disposal of records is by shredding or burning. e. Other carrier records in system are retained for a period of up to one year depending upon the criticality of the information and then destroyed by shredding or burning. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Distribution & Transportation Department; and APMG, Operations Systems & Performance Department, Washington, DC 20260-7000, Headquarters. Notification procedure: Customers wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to their local postmaster. Inquiries should contain full name and address. Employee inquiries should state employee name and social security number, route number, specify the type of information being requested, and should be forwarded to post office where employed. Customers wishing to know whether information about them is also maintained in the Locatable Address Conversion System (LACS) should address such inquiries to Manager, LACS, Address Information Systems Division, U.S. Postal Service, Memphis, TN 38188-0001. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: The customer to whom the record pertains, employees, carrier supervisors and route inspectors. USPS 020.010 System name: Communications--Biographical Summaries of Management Personnel for Press Release, 020.010. System location: Office of News & Market Communications, Headquarters. Marketing & Communications, Regional Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS executives, directors and managers to include regional staff officers, division directors, division managers, sectional center managers and other key management officials who may have frequent contact with news media or public speaking engagements. Categories of records in the system: Biographical summaries on sheets of paper plus photographs. Summaries include present title and responsibility, length of service, age, place of birth, marital status and participation in local community activities. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 1001. Purpose(s): To provide background information on postal management personnel in connection with public relations matters such as speaking engagements, media appearances, appearances before civic, fraternal, and employee organizations. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, and L listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Bond paper in file cabinets. Retrievability: Name and title. Safeguards: File cabinets are located in communications offices where information is available only to individuals having a need for access. Retention and disposal: a. Biographical sketches maintained at regions are retained while the individual is assigned within the region. If individual is promoted to or assigned to a position within the USPS outside the Region, biographical information is forwarded to the appropriate Public Affairs office; if employment with the USPS is terminated, the sketch is destroyed by shredding. b. Biographical sketches maintained at USPS Headquarters are retained indefinitely. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Communications Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260- 3100. Notification procedure: Inquiries should contain name and position held and should be presented to the Manager of Communications where currently, or previously, employed. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above. Contesting record procedures: See ``Notification'' above. Record source categories: The individual to whom the record pertains. USPS 030.010 System name: Equal Employment Opportunity--EEO Discrimination Complaint Files, 030.010. System location: Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Human Resources Service Centers at Regions, Divisions and Postal Data Centers. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Current and former postal employees, and applicants for positions within the USPS and third party complainants. Categories of records in the system: Records may include names, work locations, dates, social security numbers, and other information as included on affidavits, interviews investigative forms, counselor reports, exhibits, discovery, withdrawal notices, briefs, appeals, copies of decisions, records of hearings and meetings, and other records related to complaints. Authority for maintenance of the system: Pub. L. 92-261, Equal Employment Act of 1972; 29 U.S.C. 621 et seq., Age Discrimination in Employment Act; 29 U.S.C. 701 et seq., Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and Executive Order 11478, amended by Executive Order 11590. Purpose(s): Used by EEO officers and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission to adjudicate complaints of alleged discrimination and to evaluate the effectiveness of the EEO Program. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B., C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: Information contained in this system of records may be disclosed to an authorized investigator appointed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, upon his request, when that investigator is properly engaged in the investigation of a formal complaint of discrimination filed against the U.S. Postal Service under 29 CFR part 1613, and the contents of the requested record are needed by the investigator in the performance of his duty to investigate a discrimination issue involved in the complaint. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper case files. Status information required by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is maintained on ADP records. Retrievability: Case number. The custodian must also be furnished with the name of the complainant and the place where the complaint was filed. Case number consists of a number designating the region (or Headquarters), a letter designating the division, four digits for the chronological case number, and the last two digits of the applicable years. Safeguards: Case files are maintained in lockable file cabinets within locked rooms. ADP records are protected with password security. Retention and disposal: a. Precomplaint records--Counselor/Investigator notes are destroyed 1 year after a formal report is submitted to the EEO officer or 1 year following the final adjustment when made at that level. b. Formal Complaint records--All closed cases are removed from the system quarterly. Each closed case is retained as follows: Official file for 4 years, any copies for 1 year, and background documents not in case file for 2 years. c. ADP records--Closed case information is removed at the conclusion of the fiscal year and moved to an inactive file for future comparative analyses. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Individuals interested in finding out if there is information in this records system pertaining to them should contact EEO officers at the Division or Headquarters level, giving complainant name, postal location, region, file number and year. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is received from the complainant witnesses, respondent and through investigations and interviews. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Reference 39 CFR 266.9 for details. USPS 030.020 System name: Equal Employment Opportunity--Equal Employment Opportunity Staff Selection Records, 030.020. System location: Employee Relations Department, Headquarters and Field Divisions. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Candidates considered by Promotion Boards for EEO staff position. Categories of records in the system: Name of candidate, level, address, service computation date, date of birth, Social Security Number, postal background, personal information required to assess employee qualifications for position, estimate of potential and record of members of Board. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 1001, Executive Orders 11478 and 11590. Purpose(s): To provide headquarters with information needed to complete selection process. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: USPS Promotion Board reviews these records to determine applicant's eligibility for appointment. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Forms, paper files. Retrievability: Name of applicant and pay location. Safeguards: Maintained in locked file cabinets within secured facility. Retention and disposal: Destroy 3 years from date the position becomes vacant. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Inquiries should be addressed to the head of the facility where application was made. Inquiries should contain full name, position applied for, the date the Promotion Board met and Social Security Number. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Employee, and employee personnel data. USPS 030.030 System name: Equal Employment Opportunity--EEO Administrative Litigation Case Files, 030.030. System location: Office of Labor Law, Law Department, National Headquarters; Office of Field Legal Services, Regions; and Field Divisions. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Employees and applicants for employment involved in EEO Litigation. Categories of records in the system: (a) Formal pleadings and memoranda of law; (b) Other relevant documents may include names, work locations, dates, social security numbers, and other information as included on affidavits, interviews, investigative forms, counselor reports, exhibits, discovery, withdrawal notices, briefs, appeals, copies of decisions, records of hearings and meetings, and other records related to complaints; (c) Miscellaneous notes and case analyses prepared by Postal Service advocates and other personnel; (d) Correspondence and telephone records. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 409(d) Purpose(s): To provide advice and representation to the Postal Service. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 2. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: Name of litigant(s). Safeguards: Folders containing paper documents are kept in lockable filing cabinets within secured buildings or areas under the general scrutiny of authorized personnel. Computer terminals and tape/disk files are located in a secured area, and access is restricted to personnel having an official need. Retention and disposal: a. Selected Appeals Case Files--Destroy 4 years from date of final decision or when they have no further use for reference, training, or similar purpose, whichever is longer. b. Appeal Case Files--Destroy 4 years from date of final decision. c. Paper records are shredded and computer tape/disk records are erased at the end of the retention period. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to determine whether this system of records contains information about them should write to the System Manager and provide their name, case number, if known, and the approximate date the action was instituted. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action. Record source categories: (a) Individuals involved in EEO Litigation; (b) Counsel(s) and other representative(s) for parties in action other than Postal Service; (c) Other individuals involved in the development of EEO Litigation. Source documents include administrative complaint/action file, and other records relevant to the case. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 040.010 System name: Customer Programs--Memo to Mailers Address File, 040.010. System location: Communications Department, USPS Headquarters, and at a contractor site. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Subscribers to Memo to Mailers monthly newsletter. Categories of records in the system: Subscriber's name and mailing address. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 403, 404. Purpose(s): To prepare mailing labels for the monthly mailing of Memo to Mailers. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Magnetic tape and computer printout. Retrievability: Subscriber's name, city, state and ZIP Code. Safeguards: The list contractor is forbidden by contract to use the list for any other means than to produce mailing labels for the U.S. Postal Service. Retention and disposal: The master file is maintained indefinitely, and is updated each month. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Communications Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260- 3100. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the SYSTEM MANAGER and supply their name and address. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Subscribers, Postmaster, USPS Account Representatives. USPS 040.020 System name: Customer Programs--Sexually Oriented Advertisements, 040.020. System location: Rates and Classification Department, Headquarters; National Information Systems Development Center, Raleigh, NC. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Any adult who elects to have his name and address and that of his children under 19 years of age, placed on the list of persons who do not wish to receive sexually oriented advertisements through the mail. Categories of records in the system: Name and address of head of household or other adult and the names and birth dates of children under 19 years of age. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 3010. Purpose(s): To maintain a list, available to mailers of sexually oriented advertisements, of persons desiring not to receive such matter through the mails. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Upon payment of prescribed fee, records may be used to provide mailers of sexually oriented advertisements with a list of individuals who do not wish to receive SOA. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Magnetic tape, computer printouts, and preprinted forms. Retrievability: ZIP Code and application number sequence. Safeguards: Printouts are retained by the Office of Mail Classification and Rates Administration with limited access. Automated records are subject to computer center access controls. Retention and disposal: a. Names are retained on the computerized list for a maximum of five years. b. Forms, are retained until data has been computerized. c. Paper records are destroyed by shredding; computer records are destroyed by erasing. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Rates and Classification Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-5300. Notification procedure: Customers will furnish the system manager their name, address, application number and the date of filing. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Customers filing to have their names placed on lists so as not to receive SOA. USPS 040.030 System name: Customer Programs--Auction Customer Address File. System location: Post offices having Dead Parcel Branches. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Customers who wish to be on a mailing list to receive notices of future Dead Parcel Branch auctions. Categories of records in the system: Customer names and addresses. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 404. Purpose(s): To maintain a list of names and addresses of customers who wish to be on a mailing list to receive notices of future Dead Parcel Branch auctions. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper records or magnetic disks. Retrievability: Customer name. Safeguards: Paper records and disks are kept in locked cabinets; automated data is password protected. Retention and disposal: Records are kept for one year after entry and then destroyed by deletion (if automated) or by shredding (if paper). System manager(s) and address: APMG, Rates & Classification Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-5300. Notification procedure: Customers wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the manager of the Dead Parcel Branch. Inquiries should contain full name and address. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Attendees of auctions and others who ask to receive notice of future actions. USPS 040.040 System name: Customer Programs--Customer Holiday Address List File, 040.040. System location: Maintained temporarily at the National Address Information Center in Memphis, TN for data entry and label creation; stored ``off line'' on magnetic media at post offices participating in program. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Customers who provide holiday address lists to be converted to pre- barcoded address labels. Categories of records in the system: Name, address, phone number, and USPS-assigned customer number of customer ordering address labels; address list provided by the customer for conversion to address labels. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 403, 404. Purpose(s): 1. To prepare pre-barcoded mailing labels for customers from their holiday address lists; 2. To improve service and reduce operating costs through increased use of automation in peak volume periods; and 3. To provide management with statistical data to resolve operations problems created by peak volume periods. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: 1. Records from this system may be disclosed to the Department of Justice or to other counsel representing the Postal Service, or may be disclosed in a proceeding before a court or adjudicative body before which the Postal Service is authorized to appear, when (a) the Postal Service; or (b) any postal employee in his or her official capacity; or (c) any postal employee in his or her individual capacity whom the Department of Justice has agreed to represent; or (d) the United States when it is determined that the Postal Service is likely to be affected by the litigation, is a party to litigation or has an interest in such litigation, and such records are determined by the Postal Service or its counsel to be arguably relevant to the litigation, provided, however, that in each case, the Postal Service determines that disclosure of the records is a use of the information that is compatible with the purpose for which it was collected. This routine use specifically contemplates that information may be released in response to relevant discovery and that any manner of response allowed by the rules of the forum may be employed. 2. Disclosure may be made to a Congressional office from the record of an individual in response to an inquiry from the Congressional office made at the prompting of that individual. 3. Records or information from this system may be disclosed to an expert, consultant, or other person who is under contract to the Postal Service to fulfill an agency function, but only to the extent necessary to fulfill that function. This may include disclosure to any person with whom the Postal Service contracts to reproduce, by typing, photocopy or other means, any record for use by Postal Service officials in connection with their official duties or to any person who performs clerical or stenographic functions relating to the official business of the Postal Service. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper records that include an order form and address list submitted by customer will be kept only until list is converted to mailing labels. Name, address, and address list of ordering customer will be automated during conversion and then stored off-line on magnetic media. Retrievability: USPS-assigned account number and customer name. Safeguards: Access to these records is limited to those persons whose official duties require such access. Access to automated records is restricted by authorized access codes. Contractors who perform data-entry conversion are forbidden by contract to use information collected by the system for any purpose other than to produce mailing labels for the Postal Service. Hard copy records are maintained within lockable filing cabinets. Retention and disposal: Information is maintained indefinitely as long as the customer places an order at least once annually. Information will be destroyed two years from the date the customer last placed an order if no order has been made in that time period. Destruction will be by electronic erasure. System manager(s) and address: USPS Headquarters, Director, Office of Address Information Systems, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-5902. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility at which they submitted their holiday address list order. Inquiries should contain name, address, and customer number, if known. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is furnished by record subjects (customers) requesting conversion of their holiday address lists to mailing labels. USPS 050.005 System name: Finance Records--Accounts Receivable File Maintenance, 050.005. System location: Information Service Centers (Minneapolis, San Mateo, and St Louis), postal facilities, and contractor sites. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal Service debtors such as the following: Contractors who fail either to provide equipment, supplies, or services to the Postal Service as agreed or to purchase property from the Postal Service as agreed; customers who have written checks reurned by the bank; payees of money orders who make an erroneous payment, improper payment, or overpayment; employees or former employees who make an erroneous payment, improper payment, or overpayment; employees, former employees, or private parties who lose or damage Postal Service property through carelessness, negligence, or malice. Categories of records in the system: Debtor's name, address, telephone number, and social security number; invoice number; designation code; and location name. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401; 5 U.S.C. 552a(b)(12); Debt Collection Act of 1982 (Pub. L. 97-365). Purpose(s): Records are used to facilitate debt collection, to monitor and record collections made by the USPS, and as a data source for management information for production of summary descriptive statistics and analytical studies. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records in this system are subject to review by an independent certified public accountant during an official audit of Postal Service finances. 2. Disclosure may be made to a debt collection agency for collection of a debtor's account as provided for by contract with the debt collection agency. 3. Disclosure of information about individuals indebted to the Postal Service may be made to the Office of Personnel Management under approved computer matching efforts in which either the Postal Service or OPM acts as the matching agency, but limited to those data elements considered relevant to determining whether the indebted individual has retirement funds available for set-off; collecting debts when funds are available for set-off; and writing off debts determined to be uncollectible. 4. Disclosure of information about individuals indebted to the Postal Service may be made to the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) of the Department of Defense for conducting an authorized computer matching program in compliance with the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, for the purpose of identifying and locating such individuals in order to initiate collection of the debts under the Debt Collection Act of 1982 (Pub. L. 97-365) through salary and/or administrative offset procedures. 5. Disclosure of information about individuals indebted to the Postal Service may be made to any federal agency where the debtor is employed or receiving some form of remuneration for enabling that agency to collect the debt on behalf of the Postal Service by counseling to debtor for voluntary repayment, or by initiating administrative or salary offset procedures under the Debt Collection Act of 1982. 6. Disclosure of information about individuals indebted to the Postal Service may be made to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) through computer matching to obtain the mailing address of a taxpayer for locating such taxpayer to collect a debt owed to the Postal Service pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 6103(m)(2) and in accordance with 31 U.S.C. 3711, 3717, and 3718. Note: Disclosure of a mailing address obtained from the IRS may be made only for debt collection, including to a debt collection agency in order to facilitate the collection of a federal claim under the Debt Collection Act of 1982. A mailing address may be provided to a consumer reporting agency for the limited purpose of obtaining a commercial credit report on the individual taxpayer. Any such address information obtained from the IRS will not be used or shared for any other purpose by the Postal Service. 7. Disclosure of information about individuals indebted to the Postal Service may be made to the IRS for effecting income tax refund offset procedures against the debtor pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 3720A. 8. Disclosure of information about postal customers who write nonsufficient funds checks for postal services may be made to the permit holder or presenter of a mailing being made on the customer's behalf. Disclosure is limited to the identity of the customer, the date of the mailing, and the date and amount of the check. Disclosures to consumer reporting agencies: Disclosures pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(b)(12) may be made from this system to consumer reporting agencies as defined in the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. 1681(a)(f)) and the Federal Claims Collection Act of 1966 (31 U.S.C. 3701(a)(3)). Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed forms, punched cards and magnetic tape. Retrievability: Records are normally retrieved by social security number. When necessary, they may be retrieved by invoice number, name of employee, contractor, vendor, or other indebted individual. Safeguards: Access is restricted to personnel of the General Accounting Section within the Postal Service and to contract employees responsible for assigned accounts. Computerized records are subject to the security of the computer room. Contract provisions make the contractor(s) responsible for complying with the provisions of the Privacy Act (subsection (m)(1)), except in the case of subsection (b)(12) disclosures to consumer reporting agencies (subsection (m)(2)). Retention and disposal: All information is retained for four years after claim is paid and then destroyed by burning or scratching. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Department of the Controller, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-5200. Notification procedure: Individuals requesting information from this system of records will apply to the pertinent postal facility and present the debtor's name and Social Security Number. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is passed to this system from the Payroll Section, General Accounting Section, Claims Section, Postmasters and Regional Offices. USPS 050.010 System name: Finance Records--Employee Travel Records (Accounts Payable), 050.010. System location: Postal Data Centers, Postal Service Personnel Offices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS Employees on official travel. Categories of records in the system: Travel vouchers and travel advances containing employee name, social security number, Finance Number, basic travel information, and relocation data. Includes records pertaining to employee claims and other accounts payable records. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 1001, 2008. Purpose(s): To reimburse employees for official travel. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Pre-printed forms and magnetic tape. Retrievability: Social security number and name. Safeguards: Paper records are stored in locked filing cabinets. Access to automated records is subject to computer center access control. Retention and disposal: a. Officer's Expense Report--Destroy when 12 years old. b. Travel Advance and Travel Voucher: (1) PDC Copy--Destroy when 6 years and 3 months old. (2) Office Copy--Destroy 2 years from date of submission to PDC. c. Relocation Travel Orders--Destroy 4 years from date final relocation voucher is submitted. d. Relocation Travel Orders (Issuing Office)--Destroy when no longer needed for reference. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Department of the Controller, Washington, DC 20260-5200. Notification procedure: Requests for information should be presented to Employee's Personnel Office furnishing name and social security number. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures Above. Record source categories: Information is received from the employee filing a voucher. USPS 050.020 System name: Finance Records--Payroll System. System location: Payroll system records are located and maintained in all Departments, facilities and certain contractor sites of the Postal Service. However, Postal Data Centers are the main locations for payroll information. Also, certain information from these records may be stored at emergency records centers. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Current and former USPS employees, postmaster relief/replacement employees, and certain former spouses of current and former postal employees who qualify for Federal Employees Health Benefits Coverage under Pub. L. 98-615. Categories of records in the system: General payroll information including retirement deductions, family compensations, benefit deductions, accounts receivable, union dues, leave data, tax withholding allowances, FICA taxes, salary, name, social security number, payments to financial organizations, dates of appointment or status changes, designation codes, position titles, occupation code, addresses, records of attendance, and other relevant payroll information. Also includes automated Form 50 records. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 1003; 5 U.S.C. 8339 Purpose(s): 1. Information within the system is for handling all necessary payroll functions and for use by employee supervisors for the performance of their managerial duties. 2. To provide information to USPS management and executive personnel for use in selection decisions and evaluation of training effectiveness. These records are examined by the Selection Committee and Regional Postmasters General. 3. To compile various lists and mailing lists, i.e., Postal Leader, Women's Programs Newsletter, etc. 4. To support USPS Personnel Programs such as Executive Leadership, Non-Bargaining Position Evaluations, Evaluations of Probationary Employees, Merit Evaluations, Membership and Identification Listings, Emergency Locator Listings, Mailing Lists, Women's Programs, and to generate retirement eligibility information and analysis of employees in various salary ranges. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M Listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Retirement Deduction--To transmit to the Office of Personnel Management a roster of all USPS employees under Title 5 U.S.C. 8334, along with a check. 2. Tax Information--To disclose to Federal, State and local government agencies having taxing authority, pertinent records, relating to individual employees, including name, home address, social security number, wages and taxes withheld for other jurisdictions. 3. Unemployment Compensation Data--To reply to State Unemployment Offices at the request of separated USPS employees. 4. Employee Address File--For W-2 tax mailings and postal mailings such as Postal Life, Postal Leader, etc. 5. Salary payments and allotments to financial organizations--To provide pertinent information to organizations receiving salary payments or allotments as elected by the employee. 6. FICA Deductions--The Social Security Act requires that FICA deductions be made for those employees not eligible to participate in the Civil Service Retirement System or Federal Employees' Retirement System (casuals). In addition, the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982 requires that contributions to the Medicare program be deducted from all employees' earnings. (These statutes do not apply to employees in the Trust Territories who are not U.S. citizens.) Accordingly, records of earnings (i.e., W-2 information) must be disclosed to the Social Security Administration in order that it may account for funds received and determine individual's eligibility for benefits. Information disclosed includes name, address, SSN, wages paid subject to withholding, Federal, state, and local income tax withheld, total FICA wages paid and FICA tax withheld, occupational tax, life insurance premium and other information as reported on an individual's W-2 form. 7. To determine eligibility for coverage and payment of benefits under the Civil Service Retirement System, the Federal Employees' Retirement System, the Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program and the Federal Employees' Health Benefits Program and transfer related records as appropriate. 8. To determine the amount of benefit due under the Civil Service Retirement System, the Federal Employees' Retirement System, the Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program and the Federal Employees' Health Benefits Program and to authorize payment of that amount and to transfer related records as appropriate. 9. To transfer to Office of Workers' Compensation Program. Veterans Administration Pension Benefits Program, Social Security Old Age, Survivor and Disability Insurance and Medicare Programs, military retired pay programs, and Federal Civilian employee retirement systems other than the Civil Service Retirement System or the Federal Employees' Retirement System, when requested by that program, system, or individual covered by this system, for use in determining an individual's claim for benefits under such system. 10. To transfer earnings information under the Civil Service Retirement System or the Federal Employees' Retirement System to the Internal Revenue Service as required by the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended. 11. To transfer information necessary to support a claim for life insurance benefits under the Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance, 4 East 24th Street, New York, NY 10010-3602. 12. To transfer information necessary to support a claim for health insurance benefits under the Federal Employees' Health Benefits Program to a health insurance carrier or plan participating in the program. 13. As a data source for management information for production of summary descriptive statistics and analytical studies in support of the function for which the records are collected and maintained, or for related personnel management functions or manpower studies; may also be utilized to respond to general requests for statistical information (without personal identification of individuals) under the Freedom of Information Act or to locate specific individuals for personnel research or other personnel management functions. 14. Certain information pertaining to Postal Supervisors may be transferred to the National Association of Postal Supervisors. 15. To provide to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) approximately 19 data elements (including SSAN, DOB, service computation date, retirement system, and FEGLI status) for use by OPM's Compensation Group. Data collected are not for the purpose of making determinations about specific individuals but are used only as a means of ensuring the integrity of the active employee/annuitant data systems and for analyzing and statistically projecting Federal retirement and insurance system costs. The same data submission will be used to produce summary statistics for reports of Federal employment. 16. Records in this system are subject to review by an independent certified public accountant during an official audit of Postal Service finances. 17. May be disclosed to a Federal or State agency providing parent locator services or to other authorized persons as defined by Pub. L. 93-647. 18. Disclosure of information about current or former postal employees may be made to requesting states under approved computer matching efforts in which either the Postal Service or the requesting State acts as the matching agency, but limited to only those data elements considered relevant to making a determination of employee participation in and eligibility under unemployment insurance programs administered by the States (and by those States to local governments); to improving program integrity; and to collecting debts and overpayments owed to those governments and their components. 19. To union-sponsored insurance carriers for the purpose of determining eligibility for coverage and payment of benefits under union-sponsored non-Federal insurance plans and transferring related records as appropriate. 20. Disclosure of information about current or former postal employees may be made to requesting Federal agencies or non-Federal entities under approved computer matching efforts in which either the Postal Service or the requesting entity acts as the matching agency, but limited to only those data elements considered relevant to making a determination of employee participation in and eligibility under particular benefit programs administered by those agencies or entities or by the Postal Service; to improving program integrity; and to collecting debts and overpayments owed under those programs. 21. Disclosure of information about current or former postal employees may be made, upon request, to the Department of Defense (DOD) under approved computer matching efforts in which either the Postal Service or DOD acts as the matching agency, but limited to those elements necessary to identify postal employees who are Ready Reservists for the purposes of updating DOD's listings of Ready Reservists and reporting reserve status information to the Postal Service and the Congress. 22. Disclosure of information about current or former postal employees may be made to requesting Federal agencies or non-Federal entities under approved computer matching efforts in which either the Postal Service or the requesting entity acts as the matching agency, but limited to only those data elements considered relevant to identifying those employees who are absent parents owing child support obligations and to collecting debts owed as a result thereof. 23. Disclosure of information about current or former postal employees may be made on a semi-annual basis to the Department of Defense (DOD) under approved computer matching efforts in which either the Postal Service or DOD acts as the matching agency, but limited to only those data elements considered relevant to identifying retired military employees who are subject to restrictions under the Dual Compensation Act as amended (5 U.S.C. 5532), and for taking subsequent actions to reduce military retired pay or collect debts and overpayments, as appropriate. 24. Disclosure of information about current or former postal employees may be made to requesting Federal agencies under approved computer matching efforts in which either the Postal Service or the requesting entity acts as the matching agency. Disclosure will be limited to only those data elements considered relevant to identify individuals who are indebted to those agencies and to provide those individuals with due process rights prior to initiating any salary offset, pursuant to the Debt Collection Act. 25. Disclosure of information about current and former employees may be made to the Selective Service System (SSS) under approved computer matching efforts in which either the Postal Service or SSS acts as the matching agency. Disclosure will be limited to only those data elements considered relevant to identify individuals eligible for registration under the Military Selective Service Act (50 U.S.C. App. 451 et seq.), to determine whether those individuals have complied with registration requirements, and to enforce compliance when necessary. 26. Disclosure of information about current or recently terminated postal employees who live or work in Colorado may be made to Colorado Bureau of Investigation under an approved computer matching program. Disclosure will be limited to only those data elements which the Postal Service considers necessary for identifying current or recently terminated employees who habe been arrested for violations of law which relate to postal offenses and/or suitability for continued employment, or who are fugitives and for assisting State or local agents to apprehend fugitives. 27. Disclosure of information about current or former postal employees may be made to the Internal Revenue Service under computer matching efforts, but limited only to those data elements considered relevant to identifying individuals who owe delinquent federal taxes or returns, and to collecting the unpaid taxes by levy on the salary of those individuals pursuant to Internal Revenue Code.d 28. Records or information about group health plan coverage for career and certain temporary employees who have been identified by Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA) as being eligible for Medicare benefits will be disclosed to HCFA, but disclosure will be limited to that necessary to confirm coverage and determine whether Medicare is the primary or secondary payer. 29. Disclosure of information about current or recently terminated postal employees may be made to the Department of Transportation (DOT) under computer matching efforts, but limited only to those data elements considered relevant to identifying individuals who appear in DOT's National Driver Register Problem Driver Pointer System. The matching results will be used only to determine as a general matter whether commercial license suspension information within the pointer system would be beneficial in making selections of Postal Service motor vehicle and tractor-trailer operator personnel and will not be used for actual selection decisions. 30. Disclosure of information about current or former postal employees may be made to the Internal Revenue Service under computer matching efforts, but limited only to those data elements relevant to making a determinations as to the proper reporting for income tax purposes of an employee's wages, expenses, compensation, reimbursement, and taxes withheld, and to taking corrective action as warranted. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms, magnetic tape, microforms, punched cards, computer reports and card forms. Retrievability: Location, name and social security number. Safeguards: Records are contained in locked filing cabinets; are also protected by computer passwords and tape library physical security. Retention and disposal: a. Leave Application Files (Absence Control) and Unauthorized Overtime--Destroy when 2 years old. b. Time and Attendance Records (Other than payroll) and local payroll records--Destroy when 3 years old. c. PDC records retention--contact PDC Payroll Office or Records Office. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Department of the Controller, Washington, DC 20260-5200 and APMG, Employee Relations Department, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Request for information on this system of records should be made to the head of the facility where employed giving full name and social security number. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is furnished by employees, supervisors and the Postal Source Data System. USPS 050.040 System name: Finance Records--Uniform Allowance Program, 050.040. System location: Postal facilities employing personnel entitled to uniform allowances and the Postal Data Center, St. Louis, MO. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS employees entitled to uniform allowances. Categories of records in the system: Name, social security number, designation code, account balance and pay location; invoices, bills, related correspondence and control documents. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 1206. Purpose(s): To fund the procurement of uniforms. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: Certain information may be furnished to a duly licensed uniform vendor from whom individual employees have made purchases for the purpose of accounting for payments. 2. Records in this system are subject to review by an independent certified public accountant during an official audit of Postal Service finances. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms, microfilm and magnetic tape. Retrievability: Social security number. Safeguards: Forms are kept in file cabinets and magnetic tape and microfilm are subject to Computer Center access control. Retention and disposal: a. Post Office Case File--Destroy 3 years from date the employee leaves Postal Service or is no longer in a bargaining unit. b. PDC Card File--Destroy 6 months after each Accounting Period. c. PDC Pay Listing and Machine Readable Records--Destroy 6 years and 3 months from date of listing. System manager(s) and address: APMG Department of the Controller, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260- 5200. Notification procedure: Correspond with the head of the facility where employed, furnishing name and social security number. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Payroll system and Postmasters have input to this system of records. USPS 060.010 System name: Consumer Protection Records--Fraud, False Representation, Lottery and Non-Mailability Case Records, 060.010. System location: Consumer Protection Division, Law Department, USPS Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Complainants; respondents and opposing parties in proceedings initiated pursuant to 39 U.S.C. 3001, 3002 and 3005 concerning the sending of false representations, lotteries or non-mailable matter through the mails; postal attorneys; attorneys representing parties; subjects of investigation and assigned Postal Inspectors. Note.--In many cases, respondents are business firms not covered by the Privacy Act. Categories of records in the system: Complaints, pleadings, motions, orders, hearing transcripts, adjudications, investigative reports, exhibits, documentary evidence, witness statements, appeals, briefs, memoranda of law, consent agreements, orders directing detention of mail correspondence, decisions and other documents pertaining to administrative proceedings and litigation involving false representation, mailability and lotteries. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 3001, 3002, 3005, 3007, 3012; 18 U.S.C. 1301; 39 CFR parts 952, 953. Purpose(s): Used by consumer protection attorneys to investigate and enforce postal statutes concerning false representation, lottery and mailability; to represent the Postal Service in formal administrative proceedings before the Judicial Officer Department and in civil litigation. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Copies of initial, tentative and final decisions are maintained in the Postal Service Library for public inspection and copying. 2. Official records of administrative proceedings are maintained by the Recorder of the Judicial Officer Department for public inspection. 3. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 4. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders. Abbreviated summary and identifying information pertaining to each case is maintained in case file docket binders and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Copies of decisions are maintained for public inspection in the Headquarters Library. Official records of proceedings are maintained by the Recorder of the Judicial Officer Department. Retrievability: Alphabetically by name of respondent, and numerically by sequential docket number. Safeguards: Records are stored in lockable file cabinets under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Access to computer data is restricted to personnel having an official need for access. Retention and disposal: Case files are moved to an inactive file 3 years after completion of action, and disposed of 20 years from date of completion. Case file dockets are destroyed 20 years after the destruction of the case files to which they pertain. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-1100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the above SYSTEM MANAGER. Inquiries should contain full name, name by which respondent in proceeding may have been designated; and approximate time period in which proceedings may have been initiated. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action. Record source categories: Complaints, correspondence between parties involved and Postal Inspection Service investigative reports. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 060.020 System name: Consumer Protection Records Pandering Act Prohibitory Orders, 060.020. System location: Consumer Protection Division, Law Department, Headquarters; Mail Classification Centers; Regional Counsel Offices, Regional Headquarters; and Field Divisions. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Persons requesting orders prohibiting the sending of sexually oriented advertisements, and the mailers against whom such orders are issued. Note.--In most cases, the mailers of advertising material are business firms not covered by the Privacy Act. Categories of records in the system: Applications for prohibitory orders, the mail piece upon which a request is predicated, issued orders, the registered mail receipt signed by mailer against whom order was issued, applications for the enforcement of prohibitory orders, pleadings, exhibits, briefs, investigative reports, hearing transcripts, material documents from Postmaster's case file, initial, tentative and final decisions, and appeals. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 3008, 3010; 39 CFR parts 916, 963. Purpose(s): To process requests for orders prohibiting the sending of pandering advertisements through the mails and to determine whether violations of such orders have occurred. Used by Consumer Protection Division and Regional Counsel to investigate violations of postal pandering and sexually oriented advertisement statutes; to represent the Postal Service in administrative proceedings before the Judicial Officer Department; and to seek court enforcement of prohibitory orders. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records may be used to provide mailers of sexually oriented advertisements with a list of individuals who do not wish to receive such material. 2. Copies of initial, tentative and final decisions are maintained in the Postal Service Library for public inspection and copying. 3. Official records of administrative proceedings are maintained by the Recorder of the Judicial Officer Department for public inspection. 4. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 5. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders. Abbreviated information is stored in log books and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Copies of decisions are maintained for public inspection in the Headquarters Library. Official records of proceedings are maintained by the Recorder of the Judicial Officer Department. Retrievability: By prohibitory order number or by name of person requesting order. Safeguards: Case files are stored in lockable file cabinets under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Access to computer data is restricted to personnel having an official need for access. Retention and disposal: a. Case Files--Retained for 5 years following issuance of order or last application for enforcement. b. Log Books--Disposed of 5 years from date of last entry. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-1100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the System Manager. Inquiries should contain full name and address of the person requesting the prohibitory order. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means of collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action. Record source categories: Persons requesting prohibitory orders. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 060.030 System name: Consumer Protection Records--Appeals Involving Mail Withheld from Delivery, 060.030. System location: Consumer Protection Division, Law Department, USPS Headquarters; Inspection Service. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Individuals who appeal on account of the withholding of their mail and attorneys representing such persons. Note.--Business firm customers are not covered by the Privacy Act. Categories of records in the system: Original correspondence regarding the withholding of mail from delivery; records that document the withholding; investigative reports; evidence of delivery or attempted delivery of notices; petitions; pleadings, notes and legal memoranda; discovery documents; briefs; settlement agreements; decisions, appeals and orders. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 204, 401, 3003, 3004; 18 U.S.C. 1302, 1341 and 1342; 39 CFR part 964. Purpose(s): To enable the General Counsel to represent the Postal Service in administrative proceedings before the Judicial Officer Department in which customers petition for review of cases in which the Inspection Service has withheld mail from delivery pursuant to 39 U.S.C. 3003 or 3004. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Copies of initial, tentative and final decisions are maintained in the Postal Service Library for public inspection and copying. 2. Official records of administrative proceedings are maintained by the Recorder of the Judicial Officer Department for public inspection. 3. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 4. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Appeal case records are stored in paper folders, filed chronologically by date of closing. Abbreviated information, such as case name and other identifying data, is stored on index cards, filed alphabetically by case name, and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: By Postal Service docket number and by name of individual whose mail has been withheld from delivery. Safeguards: Records are maintained in lockable filing cabinets under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Access to computer data is restricted to personnel having an official need for access. Retention and disposal: Appeal case records are destroyed one year after final disposition of case. Index cards are destroyed six months after final disposition of case. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-1100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the System Manager. Inquiries should contain full name and address of the person whose mail has been withheld and the approximate date of such withholding. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.-- Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action. Record source categories: Individuals whose mail has been withheld from delivery, and their attorneys; Inspection Service investigative reports; witnesses. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 060.040 System name: Consumer Protection Records--Appeals from Termination of Post Office Box or Caller Service, 060.040. System location: Consumer Protection Division, Law Department, USPS Headquarters; Post Offices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Individuals who appeal from the refusal to provide, or involuntary termination of, post office box or caller service and attorneys representing such persons. Note.--Business firm customers are not covered by the Privacy Act. Categories of records in the system: Original correspondence regarding denial or termination of post office box or caller service; records that document involuntary termination; investigative reports; evidence of delivery or attempted delivery of notices; petitions; pleadings, notes and legal memoranda; briefs; settlement agreements; decisions, appeals and orders. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 USC 401, 404(A)(1); 39 CFR part 958; Domestic Mail Manual, Parts 951, 952. Purpose(s): To enable the General Counsel to represent the Postal Service in administrative proceedings before the Judicial Officer Department in which customers petition for review of postmaster determinations to refuse or terminate post office box or caller service. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 2. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Appeal case records are stored in paper folders, filed chronologically by date of closing. Abbreviated information, such as case name and other identifying data, is stored on index cards, filed alphabetically by case name, and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: By Postal Service docket number and by name of individual whose service has been refused or terminated. Safeguards: Records are maintained in lockable filing cabinets under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Access to computer data is restricted to personnel having an official need for access. Retention and disposal: Appeal case records are destroyed one year after final disposition of case. Index cards are destroyed six months after final disposition of case. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-1100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the System Manager. Inquiries should contain full name and address of the person whose service has been terminated and the approximate time period of its termination. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action. Record source categories: Individuals whose post office box or caller service has been terminated, and their attorneys; reports of postmasters; Inspection Service investigative reports. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding is exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 070.010 System name: Inquiries and Complaints--Correspondence Files of the Postmaster General, 070.010. System location: Office of the Postmaster General, USPS Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS employees and Postal Service customers who have corresponded with the Office of the Postmaster General. Categories of records in the system: General correspondence including correspondent's name, address, nature of inquiry, and response. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 USC 401. Purpose(s): To maintain reference to letters from persons communicating with the Postmaster General. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Periodically transferred to custody of National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) for keeping as historical documentation. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Original typed, printed, or handwritten form. Retrievability: Individual's name, chronologically and subject. Safeguards: Records are maintained in locked filing cabinets under scrutiny of PMG's secretary and in secured locked storage room with limited access. Retention and disposal: a. Permanent Subject Files--Transfer to a Federal Records Center when 4 years old. Offer to NARA in 5-year blocks when the latest records are 20 years old. b. Temporary Subject Files--Destroy when 4 years old. System manager(s) and address: Postmaster General, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-0010. Notification procedure: Inquiries should be addressed to the SYSTEM MANAGER and should contain full name, date of letter, and subject. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Persons communicating with the Postmaster General. USPS 070.020 System name: Inquiries and Complaints--Government Officials' Inquiry System 070.020. System location: Government Relations Department, USPS Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Employees, former employees, applicants for employment, contractors, lessors, and customers who have written to nonpostal government officials, congressmen and other government officials corresponding with the USPS in behalf of postal customers/employees and various individuals to whom Postal Service announcements/greetings are directed. Categories of records in the system: Information stemming from correspondence described above, and lists of individuals for announcements/greetings. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401. Purpose(s): To provide USPS officials with the means of responding to inquiries from and/or for other government officials and to serve as a workload reporting system for which a description appears as USPS 170.010. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: (For records received before December 31, 1986): Original, typed, printed, or handwritten form and on magnetic tape/disk and computer printouts. (For records received after January 1, 1987): Optical disk, magnetic tape/disk, and computer printouts. Retrievability: Subject category as derived from correspondence and the name of the inquirer and/or official inquiring in his/her behalf. Safeguards: All records not in storage at a GSA Federal Records Center are maintained on computer-readable media in a secured data processing facility. Retention and disposal: Paper records are maintained for four years and then destroyed by shredding; optical disk/magnetic tape/disk records are kept for three years and then erased. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Government Relations Department, USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-3500. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the System manager. Inquiries should contain full name, the name of the government official to whom he or she wrote, the nature of the inquiry and the approximate date. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Nonpostal government officials. USPS 070.040 System name: Inquiries and Complaints--Customer and Employee Complaint Records, 070.040. System location: Consumer Advocate and Human Resources, Postal Service Headquarters; districts; post offices; the Information Service Center at St. Louis, MO; and contractor sites. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal Service customers and employees who have contacted the Postal Service with a suggestion or a problem. Categories of records in the system: Complaining individual's name and address; , nature of the inquiry or complaint; assessment of concerns, findings, and recommendations; and resolution of same. Includes general correspondence and Consumer Service Cards about individuals' complaints/inquiries. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 403, 404. Purpose(s): To process Postal Service customer and employee concerns and inquiries regarding mail services and other issues relating to the Postal Service.. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: Routine use statements a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, j, k, l, and m listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Typed, printed, handwritten or computer- printed form, microfilm, magnetic tape, and worn optical disk. Retrievability: For correspondence and computerized complaint cards, by chronological sequence within subject category as derived from correspondence and the name of inquirer or complainant. Human Resources'records may also be retrieved by work location. For hard copy complaint cards, chronological by retrieval code and preprinted complaint card serial number. Safeguards: These are restricted files and are to be maintained in locked file cabinets in secured facilities, with access limited to personnel having an official need. Automated records are protected through computer password security. Retention and disposal: Records of referrals to Human Resources: Destroy 3 year after resolution of problem. Other inquiry/complaint records: Destroy 1 year after resolution of problem. System manager(s) and address: Vice President, Human Resources, United States Postal Service, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Vice President and Consumer Advocate, United States Postal Service, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-2200. Notification procedure: Customers wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records must address inquiries to the same facility to which they submitted their complaint. Inquiries concerning complaint cards must contain the date and card serial number. Record access procedures: Requests for access must be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the Postal Service Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity under 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification Procedure and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Postal Service customers and employees. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the Act: Records of information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access under 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the Postal Service has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system must continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 080.010 System name: Inspection Requirements--Investigative File System, 080.010. System location: Office of the (1) Chief Postal Inspector, Headquarters; (2) Regional Chief Postal Inspector (five regions); and (3) Inspector-in-Charge (39 divisions). Categories of individuals covered by the system: a. Subjects of investigations, unsolicited information, surveillance; complainants, informants, witnesses; and other persons related to investigations. b. Applicants and current and former Postal Service personnel and contractors and persons providing information related to employment suitability checks on those individuals. c. Applicants for and appointees to sensitive positions in the Postal Service and persons providing information related to security clearance checks on those individuals. Categores of records in the system: Information within this system relates to Inspection Service investigations carried out in accordance with applicable policies, regulations, procedures, and statutes. The investigations may relate to criminal, civil, or administrative matters, including personnel suitability and security clearance. Generally, investigative case files are physically located in the responsible Inspection Service division or regional Headquarters. These files may contain investigative reports, background data including arrest records, statements of informants and witnesses, laboratory reports of evidence analysis, search warrants, summons and subpoenas, and other information related to the investigation. Personal data in the system may include fingerprints, handwriting samples, reports of confidential informants physical identifying data, voiceprints, polygraph tests, photographs, and individual personnel and payroll information. Inspection Service database systems contain additional or summary duplicative case file and other information in support of investigations. In addition, Inspection Service divisions maintain reference files and indexes, as needed, for quick access in day-to-day operations. The specific authority for the postal Inspection Service to investigate postal offenses and civil matters relating to the Postal Service is conferred at 39 U.S.C. 404(a)(7), 18 U.S.C. 3061, and 5 U.S.C. App 3. In the exercise of that authority, the Inspection Service conducts investigations pursuant to the following Federal statutes and administrative rules which are not intended to be all- inclusive. Although other Federal agencies may have primary investigative jurisdiction over some of the statutes listed, the Inspection Service applies those statutes for cases involving postal personnel or property or as authorized by the Attorney General of the United States (18 U.S.C. 3061(b)(2)). These are the primary statutes that impact the Postal Inspection Service, but an investigation may involve statutes not listed. 1. False Representations; Lotteries. Where any person is engaging in conducting a scheme or device for obtaining money or property through the mail by means of false representations or is conducting a lottery, the Postal Service may issue an order to return such mail to the sender (Title 39, United States Code, Section 3005). 2. Detention of Mail for Temporary Periods. Relates to violations of 39 U.S.C. 3005 and 3006. The U.S. District Court may issue a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction directing the detention of defendant's incoming mail (Title 39, United States Code, Section 3007). 3. Mailing of Sexually Oriented Advertisements (SOA). Permits customers to file a statement with the Postal Service that they do not want to receive SOAs; a mailer who sends that person unsolicited SOA may be subject to civil and criminal sanctions penalties under 39 U.S.C. 3011 and 18 U.S.C. 1735-37 (Title 39, United States Code, Section 3010). 4. Circulars and Rewards. Covers authorization and procedures (Title 39, Code of Federal Regulations, section 233.2). 5. Mail Covers. Covers policy, authorization and review procedures for mail covers; an investigative technique by which a record is made of any data appearing on outside cover of mail matter (Title 39, Code of Federal Regulations, section 233.3). 6. Withdrawal of Mail Privileges. Applies to false representation and lottery orders and fictitious name or address orders (Title 39, Code of Federal Regulations, section 233.4). 7. Requesting Financial Records from a Financial Institution. Covers purpose, authorization and procedures (Title 39, Code of Federal Regulations, section 233.5). 8. Test Purchases Under 39 U.S.C. 3005(e). Covers authorization and procedures (Title 39, Code of Federal Regulations, section 233.6). 9. Conduct on Postal Property. Covers posted regulations governing conduct on postal property (Title 39, Code of Federal Regulations, section 232.1). 10. Responsibility for the Protection of Post Offices. Designates Chief Postal Inspector as Security Officer (Title 39, Code of Federal Regulations, section 231.1). 11. Internal Financial Audits. The Postal Service shall maintain an adequate internal audit of the financial transactions of the Postal Service (Title 39, United States Code, Section 2008(b)). 12. Principals. Applies to aiding and abetting (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2). 13. Special Maritime and Territorial Jurisdiction of the United States defined. Applies to certain USPS facilities that fall under this jurisdiction (Title 18, United States Code, Section 7). 14. Obligations or Other Security of the United States defined. Includes stamps and money orders (Title 18, United States Code, Section 8). 15. Laws of States Adopted for Areas Within Federal Jurisdiction. Makes states statutes applicable on federal properties when no federal law exists (Title 18, United States Code, Section 13). 16. Destruction of Aircraft or Aircraft Facilities. Applies to mailed explosive devices that result in such destruction (Title 18, United States Code, Section 32). 17. Destruction of Motor Vehicles or Motor Vehicle Facilities. Applies to mailed explosive devices that result in such destruction (Title 18, United States Code, Section 33). 18. Imparting or Conveying False Information. Prohibits the giving of false information concerning crimes (Title 18, United States Code, Section 35). 19. Importation or Shipment of Injurious Mammals, Birds, Fish (including Mollusks and Crustacea), Amphibia, and Reptiles; Permits, Specimens for Museums; Regulations. Applies to USPS when such items are mailed (Title 18, United States Code, Section 42). 20. Transportation of Water Hyacinths. Applies to USPS when such items are mailed (Title 18, United States Code, Section 46). 21. Arson Within Special Maritime and Territorial Jurisdiction. Applies to arson of USPS facilities within this jurisdiction (Title 18, United States Code, Section 81). 22. Assaulting, Resisting or Impeding Certain Officers or Employees. Applies to USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 111). 23. Assaults Within Maritime and Territorial Jurisdiction. Applies to certain USPS facilities (Title 18, United States Code, Section 113). 24. Maiming Within Maritime and Territorial Jurisdiction. Applies to certain USPS facilities (Title 18, United States Code, Section 114). 25. Influencing, Impeding, or Retaliating Against a Federal Official by Threatening or Injuring a Family Member. Applies to USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 115). 26. Bribery of Public Officials and Witnesses. Applies to USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 201). 27. Compensation to Members of Congress, Officers, and Others in Matters Affecting the Government. Applies to USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 203). 28. Activities of Officers and Employees in Claims Against and Other Matters Affecting the Government. Prohibits certain activities by USPS employees in regard to making claims against the USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 205). 29. Disqualification of Former Officers and Employees; Disqualification of Partners of Current Officers and Employees. Covers post-employment and partnership restrictions applicable to USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 207). 30. Acts Affecting a Personal Financial Interest. Prohibits USPS employees from making official decisions which impact personal finances (Title 18, United States Code, Section 208). 31. Salary of Government Officials and Employees Payable Only by United States. Applies to USPS employees who are prohibited from receiving outside salary supplements (Title 18, United States Code, Section 209). 32. Offer Procure Appointive Public Office. Prohibits influence in USPS appointments (Title 18, United States Code, Section 210). 33. Acceptance or Solicitation to Obtain Appointive Public Office. Prohibits improper influence in USPS appointments (Title 18, United States Code, Section 211). 34. Void Transactions in Violation of Chapter; Recovery by the United States. Allows recovery by USPS for violations of 18 U.S.C. 201-211 (Title 18, United States Code, Section 218). 35. Civil Disorders. Applies to unlawful conduct by USPS employees who engage in violence (Title 18, United States Code, Section 231). 36. Taking or Using Papers Relating to Claims. Applies to USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 285). 37. Conspiracy to Defraud the Government with Respect to Claims. Applies to USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 286). 38. False, Fictitious or Fraudulent Claims. Applies to USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 287). 39. False Claims for Postal Losses. Prohibits false claims by USPS patrons (Title 18, United States Code, Section 288). 40. Conspiracy to Commit Offense or Defraud United States. Enforced by USPS in regard to any crime under investigation (Title 18, United States Code, Section 371). 41. Conspiracy to Impede or Injure Officer. Applies to conspiracies against USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 372). 42. Solicitation to Commit a Crime of Violence. Applies to any violent crime against USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 373). 43. Officer or Employee Contracting with Member of Congress. Prohibits USPS employees from contracting with Congress (Title 18, United States Code, Section 432). 44. Mail Contracts. Prohibits USPS employees from being interested in USPS contracts (Title 18, United States Code, Section 440). 45. Postal Supply Contracts. Prohibits USPS employees from being interested in or fixing bids for postal supply contracts (Title 18, United States Code, Section 441). 46. Contractors' Bonds, Bids and Public Records. Concerns false mailing of above for purpose of defrauding USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 494). 47. Contracts, Deeds, and Powers of Attorney. Concerns false mailing of above to defraud USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 495). 48. Money Orders. Covers a variety of prohibited conduct related to money orders (Title 18, United States Code, Section 500). 49. Postage Stamps, Postage Meter Stamps, and Postal Cards. Covers a variety of prohibited conduct related to these matters (Title 18, United States Code, Section 501). 50. Postage and Revenue Stamps of Foreign Governments. Covers forgery of foreign postage (Title 18, United States Code, Section 502). 51. Postmarking Stamps. Covers forgery or counterfeit postmarks and postmarking equipment (Title 18, United States Code, Section 503). 52. Printing and Filming of United States and Foreign Obligations and Securities. Covers reproduction of postage stamps (Title 18, United States Code, Section 504). 53. Seals of Departments or Agencies. Covers certain prohibited conduct in regard to USPS seals (Title 18, United States Code, Section 506). 54. Transportation Requests of Government. Covers certain prohibited conduct in regard to USPS Government Transportation Requests (Title 18, United States Code, Section 508). 55. Forging Endorsements on Treasury Checks or Bonds or Securities of the United States. Involves stolen Treasury checks (Title 18, United States Code, Section 510). 56. Smuggling Goods into the United States. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 545). 57. Smuggling Goods Into Foreign Counties. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 546). 58. Making Political Contributions. Applies to USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 603). 59. Public Money, Property or Records. Covers theft or embezzlement by USPS employees and outsiders of USPS property (Title 18, United States Code, Section 641). 60. Tools and Materials for Counterfeiting Purposes. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 642). 61. Accounting Generally for Public Money. Covers the accountability of USPS employees for public funds (Title 18, United States Code, Section 643). 62. Custodians, Generally, Misusing Public Funds. Covers misuse of USPS funds by USPS officers (Title 18, United States Code, Section 648). 63. Custodians Failing to Deposit Moneys; Persons Affected. Covers misuse of public funds (USPS) by any person charged with safekeeping (Title 18, United States Code, Section 649). 64. Disbursing Officer Misusing Public Funds. Covers misuse of public funds by USPS disbursing officers (Title 18, United States Code, Section 653). 65. Officer or Employee of United States Converting Property of Another. Covers USPS employees who do this (Title 18, United States Code, Section 654). 66. Within Special Maritime and Territorial Jurisdiction. Covers theft within certain USPS facilities (Title 18, United States Code, Section 661). 67. Receiving Stolen Property Within Special Maritime and Territorial Jurisdiction. Covers certain USPS facilities (Title 18, United States Code, Section 662). 68. Solicitation or Use of Gifts. Covers solicitation of personal gifts under official guise by USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 663). 69. Official Badges, Identification Cards, Other Insignia. Covers likenesses of USPS official insignia or I.D. (Title 18, United States Code, Section 701). 70. Explosive and Destructive Devices. Applies to statutes used in conjunction with mailed bombs and infernal devices (Title 18, United States Code, Section 841 and 842). 71. Threats Against President and Successors to the Presidency. Applies to when such threat is mailed (Title 18, United States Code, Section 871). 72. Extortion by Officers or Employees of the United States. Includes extortion by USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 872). 73. Blackmail. Applies to when threat and demand is mailed (Title 18, United States Code, Section 873). 74. Kickbacks from Public Works Employee. Applies to USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 874). 75. Mailing Threatening Communications. Covers extortion by mail (Title 18, United States Code, Section 876). 76. Mailing Threatening Communications From Foreign Country. Covers extortion by mail deposited in a foreign country addressed to United States (Title 18, United States Code, Section 877). 77. Officer or Employee of the United States. Covers false personation of postal employee (Title 18, United States Code, Section 912). 78. Unlawful Acts. Covers various firearm laws in which USPS investigates mail violations of these regulations (Title 18, United States Code, Section 922). 79. Civil Forfeiture. Makes property involved in transaction in violation of law subject to civil forfeiture (Title 18, United States Code, Section 981). 80. Criminal Forfeiture. Makes property involved in transaction in violation of law subject to criminal forfeiture (Title 18, United States Code, Section 982). 81. Statements or Entries Generally. Covers false statements or entries by USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1001). 82. Possession of False Papers to Defraud United States. Covers USPS as agency of U.S. (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1002). 83. Bank Entries, Reports, and Transactions. Covers unauthorized or fraudulent bank entries, reports, or transactions by employees of Federal Reserve bank, or member, national or insured bank (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1005). 84. Official Certificates or Writings. Covers false official writings by USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1018). 85. Fraud and Related Activity in Connection with Identification Documents. Self-explanatory. USPS has primary jurisdiction over mailed documents (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1028). 86. Fraud and Related Activity in Connection with Access Devices. Self-explanatory. USPS investigates fraud relating to mailed devices (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1029). 87. Fraud and Related Activity in Connection with Computers. Self- explanatory. USPS investigates fraud relating to USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1030). 88. Murder. Self-explanatory. USPS investigates murder in postal facilities under special territorial jurisdiction (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1111). 89. Manslaughter. Self-explanatory. USPS investigates manslaughter violations in postal facilities under special territorial jurisdiction (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1112). 90. Attempt to Commit Murder or Manslaughter. Self-explanatory. USPS investigates violations in postal facilities under special territorial jurisdiction (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1113). 100. Protection of Officers and Employees of the United States. Covers USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1114). 101. Conspiracy to Murder. Applies when such actions involve USPS employees and certain facilities (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1117). 102. Kidnapping. Applies when such actions involve USPS officers and employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1201). 103. Ransom Money. Covers ransom under Section 1201 (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1202). 104. Hostage Taking. Applies when such actions involve USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1203). 105. Lotteries. Covers any lottery activity by mail investigated by USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Sections 1301, 1302, 1303, 1305, 1306, 1307). 106. Frauds and Swindles. Covers mail fraud (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1341). 107. Fictitious Name or Address. Concerns false name or address filed with USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1342). 108. Fraud by Wire, Radio or Television. Self-explanatory. Can be used in conjunction with a mail fraud prosecution (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1343). 109. Bank Fraud. Self-explanatory. Can be used in conjunction with mail fraud prosecution (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1344). 110. Injunctions Against Fraud. Self-explanatory. Can be used in mail fraud cases (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1345). 111. Government Property or Contracts. Covers malicious mischief against USPS (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1361). 112. Buildings or Property Within Special Maritime and Territorial Jurisdiction. Covers destruction or injury of USPS buildings in this category (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1363). 113. Mailing Obscene or Crime-Inciting Matter. Covers mailed pornography or other vile material (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1461). 114. Importation or Transportation of Obscene Matters. Covers mailed items originating outside the United States (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1462). 115. Mailing Indecent Matter on Wrappers or Envelopes. Covers visible mailed obscene material (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1463). 116. Transportation of Obscene Matters for Sale or Distribution. Covers mailed items (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1465). 117. Criminal Forfeiture. Covers obscene material (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1467). 118. Assault on Process Service. Covers USPS Inspectors (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1501). 119. Influencing or Injuring Officer or Juror Generally. Covers mailed communications (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1503). 120. Obstruction of Proceedings Before Departments, Agencies, and Committees. Covers mailed threats and communications (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1505). 121. Obstruction of Criminal Investigations. Covers USPS investigations (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1510). 122. Obstruction of State or Local Law Enforcement. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1511). 123. Tampering with a Witness, Victim or an Informant. Self- explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1512). 124. Retaliating Against a Witness, Victim or an Informant. Self- explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1513). 125. Laws Governing Postal Savings. Protects public moneys conveyed by mail (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1691). 126. Foreign Mail as United States Mail. Treats foreign mail as U.S. Mail for the purpose of law while transported in the U.S. (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1692). 127. Carriage of Mail Generally. Concerns Carriage of letters contrary to law (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1693). 128. Carriage of Matter Out of Mail Over Post Routes. Covers letters on which postage has not been paid (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1694). 129. Carriage of Matter Out of Mail on Vessels. Covers letters on which postage has not been paid (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1695). 130. Private Express for Letters and Packets. Covers private carriage of letters (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1696). 131. Transportation of Persons Acting as Private Express. Covers a carrier assisting a private express carrier (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1697). 132. Prompt Delivery of Mail from Vessel. Concerns timely delivery of letters to post office by vessels passing between ports or places in US (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1698). 133. Certification of Delivery from Vessel. Concerns certification by officer of vessel of delivery of letters to post office (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1699). 134. Desertion of Mails. Concerns USPS employee deserting mail in its custody (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1700). 135. Obstruction of Mails Generally. Concerns obstructing or retarding passage of mail (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1701). 136. Obstruction of Correspondence. Prohibits the taking of any mail for the purpose of obstruction or to pry into the secrets of another (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1702). 137. Delay or Destruction of Mail or Newspapers. Prohibits delaying, destruction or opening of mail before delivery (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1703). 138. Keys or Locks Stolen or Reproduced. Prohibits theft, unauthorized possession or reproduction of certain USPS keys and locks (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1704). 139. Destruction of Letter Boxes or Mail. Prohibits destruction of vandalizing of mail receptacles (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1705). 140. Injury to Mail Bags. Prohibits breaking into mail bags with intent to steal or render insecure (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1706). 141. Theft of Property Used by Postal Service. Prohibits theft or appropriation of USPS property (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1707). 142. Theft or Receipt of Stolen Mail Matter Generally. Prohibits theft or unauthorized possession of mail before delivery (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1708). 143. Theft of Mail Matter by Officer or Employee. Prohibits theft or unauthorized possession of mail before delivery by USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1709). 144. Theft of Newspapers. Prohibits theft of newspaper from mail by USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1710). 145. Misappropriation of Postal Funds. Prohibits unauthorized use or theft of funds by USPS employees (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1711). 146. Falsification of Postal Returns to Increase Compensation. Prohibits USPS employees from making false entries to increase their compensation (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1712). 147. Issurnace of Money Orders Without Payment. Prohibits USPS employees from issuing money orders without having previously received payment therefore (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1713). 148. Foreign Divorce Information as Nonmailable. Prohibits the mailing of foreign divorce information (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1714). 149. Firearms as Nonmailable. Prohibits mailing of concealable firearms except between certain individuals (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1715). 150. Injurious Articles as Nomailable. Prohibits a wide variety of articles from being mailed (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1716). 151. Nomailable Motor Vehicle Master Keys. Prohibits mailing of any article declared nomailable under 39 U.S.C. 3002 (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1716A). 152. Nomailable Plants. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1716B). 153. Forged Agricultural Certifications. Prohibits forging or counterfeiting agricultural certifications (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1716C). 154. Letters and Writings as Nomailable; Opening Letters. Prohibits the mailing of certain types of letters (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1717). 155. Libelous Matter on Wrappers or Envelopes. Prohibits are mailing of certain types of material that are visable on the outside (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1718). 156. Franking Privilege. Prohibits the unauthorized use of official envelopes (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1719). 157. Cancelled Stamps and Envelopes. Prohibits reuse of previously used postage or selling of same to be used again (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1720). 158. Sale or Pledge of Stamps. Prohibits misuse of postage stamps (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1721). 159. False Evidence to Secure Second-Class Rate. Prohibits the giving of false information to secure second-class rate (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1722). 160. Avoidance of Postage by Using Lower Class Matter. Prohibits avoidance of postage by securing improper lower class rate (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1723). 161. Postage on Mail Delivered by Foreign Vessels. Concerns transportation of mail outside of U.S. at the compensation fixed under authority of law (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1724). 162. Postage Unpaid on Deposited Mail Matter. Prohibits use of mail boxes for matter on which postage has not been paid (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1725). 163. Postage Collected Unlawfully. Prohibits collection of postage at a greater rate than authorized by law (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1726). 164. Weight of Mail Increased Fraudulently. Prohibits fraudulent weighting to increase compensation of carrier (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1728). 165. Post Office Conducted Without Authority. Prohibits conducting a business as a post office without proper authority (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1729). 166. Uniforms of Carriers. Prohibits unauthorized wearing of mail carrier uniforms (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1730). 167. Vehicles Falsely Labeled as Carriers. Prohibits unauthorized marking of vehicle as mail carrier (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1731). 168. Approval of Bond or Sureties by Postmaster. Concerns requirements for proper bond approval (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1732). 169. Mailing Periodical Publications Without Prepayment of Postage. Prohibits the mailing of publications without previous payment of postage (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1733). 170. Editorials and Other Matter as Advertisements. Prohibits improper use of second-class mail (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1734). 171. Sexually Oriented Advertisements. Prohibits the mailing of any material in violation of 39 U.S.C. 3010 or in violation of any regulations of the Board of Governors (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1735). 172. Restrictive Use of Information. Concerns use of information gathered under 39 U.S.C. 3010 (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1736). 173. Manufacturer of Sexually Related Mail Matter. Prohibits manufacture or reproduction of material in violation of 39 U.S.C. 3009 or 3010 (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1737). 174. Mailing Private Identification Documents Without a Disclaimer. Prohibits the mailing of identification documents that do not state ``not a government document'' as prescribed by law (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1739). 175. Transportation or Importation. Concerns transport in interstate commerce of goods manufactured by convicts or prisoners (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1761). 176. Marking Packages. Concerns marking of packages described in section 1761 (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1762). 177. Transportation of Dentures. Concerns transport of artificial teeth made by person other than licensed dentist (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1821). 178. Disloyalty and Asserting the Right to Strike Against the Government. Concerns violation of section 7311 of title 5 (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1918). 179. False Statement to Obtain Unemployment Compensation. Self- explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1919). 180. False Statement to Obtain Federal Employee's Compensation. Self- explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1920). 181. Receiving Federal Employees' Compensation After Marriage. Self- explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1921). 182. False or Withheld Report Concerning Federal Employees' Compensation. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1922). 183. Fraudulent Receipt of Payments of Missing Persons. Self- explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1923). 184. Interstate and Foreign Travel or Transportation in Aid of Racketeering Enterprises (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1952). 185. Interstate Transportation of Wagering Paraphernalia (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1953). 186. Laundering of Monetary Instruments (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1956). 187. Engaging in Monetary Transactions in Property Derived from Specified Unlawful Activity (Title 18, United States Code, Section 1957). 188. Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations. Makes it illegal to invest in a legitimate enterprise with funds gained through an illegal venture (Title 18, United States Code, Sections 1961-1963). 189. False Entries and Report of Moneys or Securities. Prohibits Federal employee charged with record/account keeping from making false entry (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2073). 190. Personal Property of United States. Concerns robbery of personal property belonging to the United States (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2112). 191. Mail, Money or Other Property of United States. Concerns assault of person having lawful charge of mail with intent to rob (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2114). 192. Post Office. Concerns forcible entry into post office with intent to commit larceny or other depredation (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2115). 193. Railway or Steamboat Post Office. Prohibits entry by violence (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2116). 194. Robberies and Burglaries Involving Controlled Substances. Self- explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2118). 195. Assault or Resistance. Concerning assault on or resistance to persons authorized to serve search warrants (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2231). 196. Additional Statutes Dealing with the Destruction or Rescue of Seized Property, Searches which Exceed the Authority of the Warrant, Malicious Procuring of Search Warrants and Searches Without Warrant. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2232-2236). 197. Sexual Exploitation of Children. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2251). 198. Selling or Buying of Children. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2251A). 199. Certain Activities Relating to Material Involving the Sexual Exploitation of Minors. Concerns mailing any visual depiction of a minor engaging in sexually explicit conduct (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2252). 200. Criminal Forfeiture. Provides for forfeiture of proceeds and property from persons convicted of violations of section 2251 or 2252 (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2253). 201. Civil Forfeiture. Provides for the forfeiture of property used in producing, reproducing, transporting, shipping or receiving any visual depiction in violation of chapter 110 (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2254). 202. Recordkeeping Requirements (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2257). 203. Transportation of Stolen Goods, Securities, Moneys, Fraudulent State Tax Stamps or Articles Used in Counterfeiting (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2314). 204. Sales or Receipt of Stolen Goods, Securities, Moneys, or Fraudulent State Tax Stamps. (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2315). 205. Trafficking in Counterfeit Labels for Photorecords, and Copies of Motion Pictures or Other Audiovisual Works. Applies to subject trafficking while using the mails (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2318). 206. Criminal Infringement of a Copyright. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2319). 207. Trafficking in Counterfeit Goods or Services. Applies to subject trafficking while using the mails (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2320). 208. Trafficking in Certain Motor Vehicles or Motor Vehicle Parts. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Section 2320). 209. Wire Interception and Interception of Oral Communications. Applies to electronic surveillance statutes (Title 18, United States Code, Sections 2510-2520). 210. Powers of Postal Personnel. Covers powers of postal personnel to serve warrants and subpoenas and make arrests (Title 18, United States Code, Section 3061). 211. Statutes Concerning the Procedures for Searches and Seizures. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Sections 3101-3116). 212. Protection of Witnesses. Self-explanatory (Title 18, United States Code, Sections 3521-3528). 213. False Claims. Concerns civil penalty when false claims are made (Title 31, United States Code, Section 3729). 214. Civil Actions for False Claims. The Attorney General may bring a civil action under this section (Title 31, United States Code, Section 3730). 215. Reports on Domestic Coins and Covering Transactions (Title 31, United States Code, Section 5313). 216. Structuring Transactions to Evade Reporting Requirement Prohibited (Title 31, United States Code, Section 5324). 217. State Terminal Inspection; Transmission of Mailed Packages for State Inspection; Nonmailable Matter; Punishment for Violations; Rules and Regulations by Postmaster General. Concerns mailed agricultural products (Title 7, United States Code, Section 166). 218. Fraudulent Use of Credit Cards. Self-explanatory (Title 15, United States Code, Section 1644). 219. Various Statutes Dealing with the Protection of Federal Property, Including USPS Property, and With the Posting of Regulations and the Creation of Special Policemen. Self-explanatory (Title 40, United States Code, Sections 318, 318a, 318b, 318c, 318d). 220. Transportaion of Mail. Concerns transportation of mail by aircraft, including free travel for postal employees charged with the mail (Title 49, United States Code, Section 1375). 221. Anabolic Steroids (Title 21, United States Code, Section 333(e)). 222. Prohibited Acts A. Makes it unlawful to manufacture, distribute, or dispense, with intent to distribute or dispense, a controlled substance (Title 21, United States Code, Section 841). 223. Prohibited Acts C. Applies to unlawful acts involving controlled substances (Title 21, United States Code, Section 843(b)). 224. Penalty for Simple Possession (Title 21, United States Code, Section 844). 225. Attempt and Conspiracy (Title 21, United States Code, Section 846). 226. Use of Postal Service for Sale of Drug. Self-explanatory (Title 21, United States Code, Section 857). 227. Forfeitures (Title 21, United States Code, Section 881). 228. Importation of Controlled Substances. Self-explanatory (Title 21, United States Code, Section 952). 229. Exportation of Controlled Substances. Self-explanatory (Title 21, United States Code, Section 953). Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 404, 18 U.S.C. 3061 and 5 U.S.C. App. 3. Purpose(s): To provide information related to investigation of criminal, civil, or administrative matters, including employee and contractor background investigations. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. In the course of conducting any official investigation or during the course of a trial or hearing or the preparation of a trial or hearing, a record may be disseminated to an agency, organization or individual when reasonably necessary to elicit information relating to the investigation, trial or hearing or to obtain the cooperation of a witness or informant; 2. A record relating to a case or matter may be disseminated to a Federal, State, or local administrative or regulatory proceeding or hearing in accordance with the procedures governing such proceeding or hearing; 3. A record relating to a case or matter may be disseminated in an appropriate Federal, State, local or foreign court or grand jury proceeding in accordance with established constitutional, substantive, or procedural law or practice; 4. A record relating to a case or matter may be disseminated to an actual or potential party or his or her attorney for the purpose of negotiation or discussion on such matters as settlement of the case or matter, plea bargaining, or informal discovery proceedings; 5. A record relating to a case or matter that has been referred by an agency for investigation, prosecution, or enforcement, or that involves a case or matter within the jurisdiction of an agency, may be disseminated to such agency to notify the agency of the status of the case or matter or of any decision or determination that has been made, or to make such other inquiries and reports as are necessary during the processing of the case or matter. 6. A record relating to a person held in custody pending or during arraignment, trial, sentence, or extradition proceedings, or after conviction may be disseminated to a Federal, State, local or foreign prison, probation, parole, or pardon authority, or to any other agency or individual concerned with the maintenance, transportation or release of such a person. 7. A record relating to a case or matter may be disseminated to a foreign country pursuant to an international treaty or convention entered into and ratified by the United States or to an executive agreement; 8. A record may be disseminated to a Federal, State, local, foreign or international law enforcement agency to assist in the general crime prevention and detection efforts of the recipient agency or to provide investigative leads to such agency; 9. A record from this system may be disclosed to the public, news media, trade associations, or organized groups to provide information of interest to the public concerning the activities and the accomplishments of the Postal Service or its employees; 10. A record may be disseminated to a foreign country, through the United States Department of State or directly to the representative of such country, to the extent necessary to assist such country in apprehending and/or returning a fugitive to a jurisdiction that seeks that person's return. 11. To provide members of the American Insurance Association Index System with certain information relating to accidents and injuries. 12. A record from this system may be disclosed on an electronic bulletin board to organizations or individuals in the public or private sectors that share in the bulletin board, provided that the disclosure is approved by the Chief Postal Inspector because it is ldeemed necessary: (1) To elicit information or cooperation from these organizations or individuals for use by the Postal Inspection Service in the performance of an authorized activity; or (2) to alert these organizations or individuals of possible criminal activity for which the Postal inspection Service has authority to investigate and about which it has obtained credible information. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders. Abbreviated, summary and identifying information pertaining to cases, and criminal intelligence information are stored on computer storage media. Retrievability: Name of the individual. Safeguards: Investigative records are maintained in locked file cabinets, safes, or secured areas under the scrutiny of Inspection Service personnel who have been subjected to security clearance procedures. Access is further restricted by computer passwords when stored in electronic format. Automated records can only be accessed through authorized terminals by authorized users. Computer software has been designed to protect data by controlling access, logging actions, and reporting exceptions and violations. Retention and disposal: a. Records are maintained 1 to 15 years depending upon type. Exceptions may be granted for longer retention in specific instances. Paper records are destroyed by burning, pulping, or shredding. Computer tape/disk records are erased or destroyed. b. Duplicate copies of investigative memorandums maintained by postal officials other than the Inspection Service are retained in accordance with official rather than Inspection Service disposition schedules. System manager(s) and address: Chief Postal Inspector, Inspection Service, USPS Headquarters, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-2100. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is contained in this system of records or if they were the subject of an investigation should furnish the SYSTEM MANAGER sufficient identifying information to distinguish them from other individuals of like name; identifying data will include name, date of birth, address, type of investigation, dates, places and the individuals involvement. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Personal interviews, written inquiries, and other records concerning persons involved with an investigation, whether subjects, applicants, witnesses, references, or custodians of record information. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: The Postal Service has promulgated regulations at 39 CFR 266.9 which exempt information contained in this system of records from various provisions of the Privacy Act depending upon the purpose for which the information was gathered and for which it will be used. Compliance with the disclosure (5 U.S.C. 552a(d)) and other subsections of the Act are not compatible with investigative practice, and would substantially compromise the efficacy and integrity of Postal Inspection Service operations. The purposes for which records are kept within this system and the exemptions applicable to those records are as follows: (a) Criminal law enforcement--In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552a(j)(2), information compiled for this purpose is exempt from all of the provisions of the Act except the following sections: (b), (c)(1) and (2), (e)(4) (A) through (F), (e) (6), (7), (9), (10), (11), and (i). (b) Non-criminal investigatory--Material compiled for law enforcement purposes (and not already exempted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j)(2)) is exempted from the following provisions of the Act: (c)(3), (d), (e)(4) (G), (H) and (I), and (f). (c) Background investigations--Material compiled solely for the purpose of a background security investigation is exempted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(5) from the following provisions of the Act: (c)(3), (d), (e)(4) (G), (H) and (I), and (f). Appendix Addresses of Regional Postal Inspectors 1. Central Region, 433 W Van Buren, Rm 712, Chicago, IL 60607-5401. 2. Eastern Region, PO Box 3000, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004-3609. 3. Northeast Region, Gateway 2 Center, 8th Fl S, Newark, NY 07175- 0001. 4. Southern Region, 1407 Union Ave., 10th Fl, Memphis, TN 38161- 0001. 5. Western Region, 850 Cherry Ave., 5th Fl, San Bruno, Ca 94098- 0100. Addresses of Division Postal Inspectors-In-Charge 1. PO Box 16489, Atlanta, GA 30321-0489. 2. PO Box 1856, Baltimore, MD 21203-1856. 3. PO Box 2767, Birmingham, AL 35202-2767. 4. PO Box 2217, Boston, MA 02205-2217. 5. 685 Ellicott Square Bldg., Buffalo, NY 14203-2545. 6. 2901 I 85 South GMF, Charlotte, NC 28228-3000. 7. 433 W Van Buren St., rm 642, Main Post Office Bldg, Chicago, IL 60669-2201. 8. 120 W 5th St, suite 600, Cincinnati, OH 45201-2057. 9. PO Box 5726, Cleveland, OH 44101-0726. 10. PO Box 329, Denver, CO 80201-0329. 11. PO Box 566, Des Moines, IA 50302-0566. 12. PO Box 330119, Detroit, MI 48232-6119. 13. PO Box 162929, Ft Worth, TX 76161-2929. 14. PO Box 3535, Harrisburg, PA 17105-3535. 15. PO Box 2169, Hartford, CT 06145-2169. 16. PO Box 1276, Houston, TX 77251-1276. 17. 3750 Guion Rd., suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46222-1669. 18. 3101 Broadway, suite 850, Kansas City, MO 64111-2416. 19. PO Box 2000, Pasadena, CA 91102-2000. 20. PO Box 3180, Memphis, TN 38173-0180. 21. PO Box 520772, Miami, FL 33152-0772. 22. PO Box 788, Milwaukee, WI 53201-0788. 23. PO Box 509, Newark, NJ 07101-0509. 24. PO Box 51690, New Orleans, LA 70151-1690. 25. PO Box 555, New York, NY 10116-0555. 26. 7717 Edgewater Dr., suite 202, Oakland, CA 94621-3013. 27. PO Box 7500, Philadelphia, PA 19101-9000. 28. PO Box 20666, Phoenix, AZ 85036-0666. 29. 1001 California Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15290-9000. 30. 912 SW Washington, suite 790, Portland, OR 97205-2898. 31. PO Box 25009, Richmond, VA 23260-5009. 32. 1106 Walnut St., St Louis, MO 63199-2201. 33. PO Box 64558, St. Paul, MN 55164-2201. 34. PO Box 2110, San Diego, CA 92112-2110. 35. PO Box 882000, San Francisco, CA 94188-2000. 36. GPO Box 3667, San Juan, PR 00936-9614. 37. PO Box 400, Seattle, WA 98111-4000. 38. PO Box 22526, Tampa, FL 33622-2526. 39. PO Box 96096, Washington, DC 20066-6096. USPS 080.020 System name: Inspection Requirements--Mail Cover Program Records, 080.020. System location: Chief Postal Inspector, USPS Headquarters; Inspection Service Regional and Divisional Offices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Individuals on whom a mail cover has been duly authorized to obtain information in the interest of (1) protecting the national security (2) locating a fugitive and (3) obtaining evidence of the commission or attempted commission of a crime which is punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year. Categories of records in the system: Names and addresses of individuals, inter-office memorandums, and correspondence with other agencies. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 404. Purpose(s): To investigate the commission of or attempted commission of acts constituting a crime that is punishable by law. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information from this system of records may be disclosed to an appropriate law enforcement agency, whether Federal, State or local, charged by law with the responsibility for investigating, prosecuting or otherwise acting with respect to protecting the national security, locating a fugitive, or obtaining evidence of commission or attempted commission of a crime. 2. A record relating to a case or matter may be disseminated in an appropriate Federal, State, local, or foreign court on grand jury proceeding in accordance with established constitutional, substantive, or procedural law or practice. 3. A record relating to a case or matter may be disseminated to an actual or potential party or his or her attorney for the purpose of negotiation or discussion on such matters as settlement of the case or matter, plea bargaining, or informal discovery proceedings. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Original typed documents and/or duplicate copies, and computer storage media. Retrievability: Subject's name filed alphabetically by fiscal year. Safeguards: Mail cover data is stored in locked file cabinets, safes or secured areas under the security of Inspection Service personnel who have been subjected to security clearance procedures, and when stored in electronic format, access is further restricted by computer password or keylock. Classified mail cover material and any mail cover data which involves national security is stored in a safe or in metal file cabinets equipped with either steel lockbar hasp and staple, or locking device and an approved three or more number combination dial- type padlock from which the manufacturer's identification numbers have been removed. Computer terminals with non-removable tape/disk files are located in a secured area, and access is further restricted by computer password and keylock. Retention and disposal: a. Correspondence Files--Destroy 8 years after case is closed. b. Investigations (C)-- Transfer to FRC when 2 years old; destroy when 8 years old. c. Index and Record Slips--Destroy 15 years after close of case. System manager(s) and address: Chief Postal Inspector, USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-2100. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the SYSTEM MANAGER. Inquiries should contain full name and current address, together with previous addresses for past eight years when applicable. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Correspondence from requesting authority and record of action taken upon that request. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Reference 39 CFR 266.9 for details. USPS 080.030 System name: Inspection Requirements--Vehicular Violations Record System, 080.030. System location: Procurement and Supply Department, Engineering Support Center, and Inspection Service, USPS Headquarters; and those postal field facilities where security officers have the authority to issue violation notices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Persons who have been issued courtesy violation notices or violation notices by Security Police Officers. Categories of records in the system: Individual violator's name, State operator permit, State operator permit number, violation cited, date of citation, citation number issued, State automobile licence tag number, dates of court appearances. Authority for maintenance of the system: 40 U.S.C. 318, annually made applicable to the Postal Service by general provisions of the Treasury, Postal Service, and General Government Appropriation Act. Purpose(s): To provide USPS management with information necessary for appropriate administrative remedial action. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, and L listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. To provide information to local, State, and Federal enforcement, prosecutive and judicial officials. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Original, typed, printed or handwritten form and on computer storage media. Retrievability: Alphabetically, by name of violator and by automobile license tag number. Safeguards: Records maintained in limited access Security Force Control Centers manned 24 hours and at National Headquarters, in locked filing cabinets under general scrutiny of authorized personnel. Computer terminals and tape/disk files are located in a secured area. Retention and disposal: Records are maintained for two years and then destroyed. Some records may be retained longer when required for law enforcement investigations or court proceeding. Automated printouts are destroyed upon generating updated printouts. System manager(s) and address: Chief Postal Inspector, USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-2100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should furnish name and residence address as follows: a. For National Headquarters: Inspector in Charge, Special Investigations Division, 475 L'Enfant Plaza West, SW, Washington, DC 20260-2112. b. For the Field: Inspector in Charge, USPS of appropriate field division. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Individual violators, Security Police Officers, personnel observation, state motor vehicle registration bureau, USPS Personnel Department, supervisory personnel of tenant firms, USPS Parking Control Officer, prosecutive and judicial officials; motor vehicle operators' permits, violator's personal identification cards, personnel locator listing and parking applications. USPS 090.020 System name: Non-Mail Services--Passport Application Records, 090.020. System location: One thousand (1000) Post Offices in all states except New Jersey. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Persons applying for passports. Categories of records in the system: Passport applications, name, telephone number and services rendered. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 411, 22 U.S.C. 214. Purpose(s): To process the applications of passports. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statement A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records may be transferred to the State Department. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed forms in hard copy. Retrievability: By name of applicant and postal accounting quarter. Safeguards: Information in this system of records is maintained in file cabinets with access restricted to Accounting Unit personnel. Retention and disposal: Passport applications are retained for 2 days at the post office where application was made and then forwarded to the Department of State. Destroy original and carbon copy of PS 5659 when 3 months old. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Philatelic and Retail Services Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-6700. Notification procedure: Customers wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the postmaster of the post office where a passport application was made. Inquiries should contain full name and date of application. NOTE: The original case file is maintained by Department of State and must be requested from that organization as provided for under Department of State Privacy Act system for passport information. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information in this system of records is obtained from the applicant. USPS 100.010 System name: Office Administration--Carpool Coordination/Parking Services. Records System, 100.010 System location: Facilities Department, Headquarters, William F. Bolger Management Academy, Potomac, MD (student/conferee records), and various field installations. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS employees, students/conferees, building tenants, individuals who are members of carpools with USPS employees and other individuals who utilize postal parking facilities. Categories of records in the system: Applications, registration forms, letters of violations, letters of suspensions and payment data. Information contained in these records include name, space number, principal and other drivers' license numbers and home addresses. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401. Purpose(s): Provide parking and carpooling services to employees, student/ conferees and others who use postal parking/facilities. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Disclosure may be made to provide any employee of Headquarters, USPS, who desires to join or establish a carpool with a listing of employees who live in his/her ZIP Code area. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms and magnetic tape/disk. Retrievability: Name and ZIP Code, space or license number. Safeguards: Folders containing paper documents are maintained in locked file cabinets to which only authorized personnel have access. Computer equipment is located in secured area, and magnetic tape/disk files are kept in locked steel cabinets. Access to automated records is further restricted by passwords. Retention and disposal: a. Application Case Files--Screen file annually, and dispose of records that are 6 years old. b. Machine-readable files--Immediately remove all information when employee/trainee surrenders space. c. Accounting Reports--Destroy after audit or when 3 years old, whichever is sooner. d. Other miscellaneous reports--Destroy when no longer needed for reference or when 1 year old, whichever is sooner. e. Violations maintained in application case files--Destroy violation notice when 1 year old. f. Medical files maintained by medical officer to support handicapped parking space--Destroy 1 year from date of termination of assignment. At the end of retention period, paper records are destroyed by shredding or burning and tape/disk records are erased. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Facilities Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-6400, and Field Director, William F. Bolger Management Academy, Potomac, MD 20858-4320. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the system manager where carpool/parking services are provided to him/her. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Carpool and parking service applicants/users. USPS 100.020 System name: Office Administration--Commercial Accounts Communicator Letter, 100.020. System location: Marketing Department, Headquarters, and Postal Data Centers (Minneapolis and St. Louis). Categories of individuals covered by the system: Headquarters and Regional Marketing personnel, Division Managers, Division Directors of Marketing, Sectional Center Directors of Marketing, Directors of Customer Services, selected postmasters and requesters, Commercial Accounts representatives, Sectional Center Managers of Retail Sales and Services, Post Office Managers of Marketing. Categories of records in the system: Name, job title, and business address of employees receiving newsletter. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 1001. Purpose(s): To distribute a sales and marketing newsletter to Postal Service marketing employees. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, and L listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Magnetic tape, and paper forms. Retrievability: Recipient of communicator letter. Safeguards: Paper forms are kept in closed file cabinets accessible only by authorized marketing personnel. Magnetic tapes are maintained in a secured ADP facility. Retention and disposal: List is updated on a continuous basis. System manager(s) and address: Assistant Postmaster General, Marketing Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-6300. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should write to the System Manager and give the following information: Name, job title, and business ZIP Code. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information in this system is obtained from payroll system and in- house listings of interested readers. USPS 100.050 System name: Office Administration--Localized Employee Administration Records, 100.050. System location: Field facilities as designated by the facility head. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Facility employees. Categories of records in the system: Employee name, various information associated with work location, home address, emergency contact point, and other information as locally required. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 1001. Purpose(s): Provides readily available information on employees for various routine administrative purposes such as work location identification, emergency locating and home mailings. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper records and computer disk. Retrievability: Employee name, organization, pay location, finance number, others as locally required. Safeguards: Paper records kept in locked files; computerized disk files password protected. Retention and disposal: Records about individual employees will be destroyed within 6 months of employment termination at that facility. Lists generated from computerized systems will be destroyed upon the generation of a subsequent more current list. System manager(s) and address: Facility head. Notification procedure: Inquiries should contain employee's name and be addressed to the SYSTEM MANAGER. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Individuals of record. USPS 110.010 System name: Property Management--Accountable Property Records, 110.010. System location: All USPS Components. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Employees assigned accountable property. Categories of records in the system: Records controlling the issuance of accountable Postal Service property, such as equipment credentials and controlled documents. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401. Purpose(s): To provide a record of accountable property on hand and to whom it has been assigned. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements, A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed forms and computer storage media. Retrievability: Name or social security number of recipient of accountable property and types of equipment. Safeguards: Physical security and controlled access. Retention and disposal: Issuance documents are returned to individual when accountability is terminated. Automated printouts are destroyed upon generating updated printouts. System manager(s) and address: (1) Chief Postal Inspector, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-2100, (2) APMG, Facilities Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260- 6400. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in the system should address inquiries to the Custodian in the facility where assignment was made. Headquarters employees should submit request to the SYSTEM MANAGER. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from the individual to whom the record pertains. USPS 110.020 System name: Property Management--Possible Infringement of USPS Intellectual Property Rights, 110.020. System location: Office of Patent Counsel, Law Department, USPS Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Possible infringers of USPS copyrights and trademarks; inventors of proposed devices in which the USPS may have an interest. Categories of records in the system: Reports from Inspection Service, other postal employees, or other sources reporting possible infringers, including advertisements, photographs, magazine clippings or other documents and any correspondence or records of telephone conversations between the Postal Service and the possible infringer; patent applications and related documents, including descriptions of inventions, drawings, specifications and letters of patent issued by the U.S. Patent Office or notices of abandonment; litigation records related to the defense or enforcement of USPS rights in intellectual property or patents. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401(5). Purpose(s): To protect USPS intellectual properties and patents by insuring timely action against possible infringers and to support potential litigation. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, and L listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. A record may be transferred, and information from it disclosed, to any officer, employee, former officer or employee, consultant, contractor or subcontractor when necessary to enable counsel to afford proper representation to the Postal Service. 2. A record may be transferred, and information from it disclosed to any Federal agency as may be appropriate for the coordinated defense or prosecution of related litigation or the resolution of related claims or issues without litigation. 3. A record may be disclosed in a Federal, State, local, or foreign judicial or administrative proceeding in accordance with the procedures and practices governing such proceeding. 4. A record may be transferred and information from it disclosed to the Patent and Trademark Office, Department of Commerce, when pertinent in any proceeding involving the registration of Postal Service trademarks or issuance of patents. 5. A record may be transferred and information from it disclosed to the Copyright Office, Library of Congress, when pertinent in any proceeding involving the registration of Postal Service copyrights. 6. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, statute and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 7. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Stored in lockable file cabinets in original, typed, printed or handwritten form. Index cards, kept in a card file, are filed by USPS copyright and trademark and subfiled under the name of each possible infringer of that particular copyright or trademark. Some correspondence is also stored on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: Name of possible infringer and USPS copyright or trademark; patent application files are retrieved by name of inventor. Safeguards: Lockable file cabinets under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Access to computer data is restricted to personnel having an official need for access. Retention and disposal: Records are retained for 50 years after closing case and then destroyed by shredding or burning. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-1100. Notification procedure: An individual wishing to determine whether this system of records contains information about him should write to the System Manager and provide his full name and, if known, the pertinent USPS copyright, trademark, or patent. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action, determination, or finding. Record source categories: Information is provided by the Postal Inspection Service, postal employees and customers. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from these other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 120.020 System name: Personnel Records--Blood Donor Records, 120.020. System location: Health Units at USPS Facilities: District Chapters of the American Red Cross. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS employees who volunteer to join the USPS Blood Donor Program. Categories of records in the system: Name, work location, blood type, and date of each donation. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401. Purpose(s): To provide the USPS Blood Donation Program with a record of each donor's blood type and dates of donation. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: Disclosure may be made to the American Red Cross in response to an inquiry for available donors having a particular blood type. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms. Retrievability: Employee's name. Safeguards: Closed file cabinets in secured facilities. Retention and disposal: These records are retained for a period of five years after termination of employment and then destroyed by shredding. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the SYSTEM MANAGER. Inquiries should contain full name. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from the individual. USPS 120.035 System name: Personnel Records--Employee Accident Records, 120.035. System location: Safety offices in any USPS facility. Categories of individuals covered by the system: All employees that experience an on-the-job accident and/or an occupational injury or illness. Categories of records in the system: Name, social security number, address, sex, age, and accident/injury circumstances and factors, statements of witnesses, investigation worksheet, summary of claims, and related logs, forms, and correspondence. Authority for maintenance of the system: Pub. L. 91-596, Executive Order 12196, and 29 CFR part 1960. Purpose(s): 1. To assist postal managers in meeting the requirement to develop and maintain an effective program of collection, compilation, and analysis of occupational safety and health statistics. 2. To provide for the uniform collection and compilation of occupational safety and health data, for proper evaluation and necessary corrective action. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. To furnish the U.S. Department of Labor with serious accident reports, information to reconcile claims filed with the Office of Worker's Compensation, and quarterly and annual summaries of occupational injuries and illnesses; and to make information available to the Secretary of Labor upon his request. 2. Disclosure may be made to a court, claimant, party in litigation-- or counsel for a claimant or party when necessary to facilitate settlement or attempts at settlement of claims involving the accident. 3. May be disclosed to Compliance Safety and Health Officers or to Compliance Safety and Health Officers--Industrial Hygienists from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or to Industrial Hygienists from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, when conducting announced or unannounced inspections or investigations of postal facilities. 4. Disclosure may be made to the American Insurance Association Indez System and its members, when necessary to obtain information from the System that may be relevant to a reported postal job-related accident, injury or illness. Disclosure will be limited to the name, occupation, home address, date and place of accident, nature of injury and type of claim, if applicable. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Index cards, magnetic tape/disk microfilm, preprinted forms, logs, and computer reports. Retrievability: Employee name and social security number. Safeguards: Maintained in closed file cabinets within secured facilities, and are also protected by computer password and tape or disk library physical security. Retention and disposal: Records are maintained locally for 5 years. Copies are maintained at National Headquarters for 5 years following the end of the calendar year to which they relate as required by OSHA. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the SYSTEM MANAGER. Inquiries should contain full name, address, finance number and social security number. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: USPS Accident Reports and OWCP claim forms. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from these other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 120.036 System name: Personnel Records--Discipline, Grievance and Appeals Records for Non-Bargaining Unit Employees, 120.036. System location: All postal facilities. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Records are maintained on non-bargaining employees in the Executive and Administrative (EA) Schedule, Executive and Administrative Postmaster (EPM) Schedule, and Postal Career Executive Service (PCES) Level I, who have completed six months of continuous service in the U.S. Postal Service or a minimum of twelve months of combined service, without break of a workday, in positions in the same line of work in the Civil Service and the Postal Service, unless any part of such service was pursuant to a temporary appointment in the competitive service with a definite time limitation. Categories of records in the system: Notice to employee of proposed action, reply to notice, summary of oral reply, employee notice of grievance, employee notice of appeal, records of hearing proceedings, appeal decisions from installation head, region or Headquarters, notice of action, investigative reports and related records. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 1001; Subchapter 650 of the Employee & Labor Relations Manual. Purpose(s): Provides a grievance and appeal procedure for an employee, not subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, who alleges that his or her rights regarding compensation, benefits, or other terms and conditions of employment have been adversely affected. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M Listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. To respond to a court subpoena and/or refer to a court in connection with a civil suit. 2. To adjudicate an appeal, complaint, or grievance. 3. Records from the employee file will be disclosed to the Merit Systems Protection (MSPB) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for action on appeals before the MSPB and complaints of discrimination before the EEOC. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Information in this system is maintained on paper in the form of letters, forms, notices and transcripts of hearings. In some instances, records of hearing proceedings are on magnetic tape. Retrievability: Employee name. Safeguards: Records are kept in locked filing cabinets or secured record storage rooms and are available only to authorized officials. Retention and disposal: Appeal records are kept for 7 years after close of file. All other records are kept 1 year after close of file. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Field employees must submit a written request to the head of the field installation where the action was initiated. Headquarters employees must submit a written request to the System Manager. They may also request permission to listen to or record tape recordings of hearings. This must be done in the presence of a postal official. They must identify themselves to the satisfaction of the official authorized to approve request. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Employee initiating actions; employee's supervisors, management, complaining customer, law enforcement agencies, and others. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from these other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 120.040 System name: Personnel Records--Employee Job Bidding Records, 120.040. System location: Most departments, facilities and certain contractor sites of the Postal Service. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Employees who have made a ``Bid for Preferred Assignment'' with the USPS. Categories of records in the system: Employee name, social security number, seniority and grade levels, craft, and knowledge of schemes; vacant position characteristics. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 1001,1206. Purpose(s): To provide personnel offices with fair and impartial information to match vacant position to the most qualified candidate. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. To provide information for official bulletin boards and release to various employee organizations. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Records are stored on magnetic tape, punched cards, preprinted forms and computer printed reports. Retrievability: This system is indexed by employee name and social security number. Safeguards: Computer center access control and limitation within offices to those employees maintaining the system. Retention and disposal: Computer records are kept 2 years, then automatically deleted. Paper records are kept 6 months after a vacancy is filled, then destroyed. Some records are retained until employee separates. (Where records become part of a grievance case file, dispose of with the case file.) System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: The employee should state the position of bid and identify himself/ herself with name, social security number, closing date of the bid notice, and forward this information to the head of the facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Employee personnel data, scheme knowledge, qualifications of the job and of the candidate, successful bidders notices from vacant duty assignment postings. USPS 120.050 System name: Personnel Records--Employee Suggestion Program Records, 120.050. System location: USPS Headquarters, Regional Headquarters, Postal Data Centers. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS employees. Categories of records in the system: Name of employee, employee number, employment location, suggestion number, subject and decision. If adopted, estimate of benefits and recognition granted. Authority for maintenance of the system: Chapter 45 of Title 5, U.S.C. Purpose(s): To provide a source of data on the effectiveness of the Employee Suggestion program which is summarized in an Annual Report. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: Disclosure may be made to the news media from the record of an individual regarding his/her receipt of an employee award when the information is of news interest and consistent with the public right to know. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed forms and magnetic tape. Retrievability: Employee name, region where employed, pay location, and division. Safeguards: This information is maintained in file cabinets in secured facilities; automated records are restricted to personnel having an official need for access. Retention and disposal: a. Adopted Suggestions (1) Record copies--Destroy when 4 years old. (2) All other copies--Destroy 2 years from date of adoption or approval. b. Disapproved suggestions--Destroy 2 years from date of disapproval. Records are destroyed by shredding and automatic deletions from computer tapes. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should contact the head of the facility where employed. Also, employees who have appealed decisions or whose suggestions have been adopted nationwide should submit requests to the System Manager. Headquarters employees should submit all requests to the System Manager. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from the individual making the suggestion. USPS 120.060 System name: Personnel Records--Confidential Statements of Employment and Financial Interests, 120.060. System location: Records pertaining to employees in each organizational component of the Postal Service are maintained by the Assistant or Associate Ethical Conduct Officer having jurisdiction for that component pursuant to 39 CFR 447.31(b). Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal Service Governors, employees in levels 24 and above, and Special Employees (except employees who are required to file public financial disclosure reports) as determined by the criteria in Executive Order 11222 and implemented by Postal Service regulations, 39 CFR 447.41(a). Categories of records in the system: PS Forms 2417 and 2418, and supplemental statements, containing employee name, title, salary, date of appointment to present position; list of organizations in which employee has a financial interest, types of indebtedness, interest in real property and types of outside employment. Opinions of counsel. Other information related to review of statements and conflict of interest determinations. Postal Service Governors complete Standard Form 278 in lieu of PS Forms 2417 or 2418. Authority for maintenance of the system: Section 207 of the Ethics in Government Act, Pub. L. 95-521, as amended; Executive Orders 11222 and 11590. Purpose(s): These records are maintained to meet requirements of Executive Order 11222 on the filing of employment and financial interest statements. Such statements are required to assure compliance with the standards of conduct for Government employees contained in the Executive Order and title 18 of the U.S. Code, and to determine if a conflict of interest exists between the employment of individuals by the Postal Service and their personal employment and financial interests. To enable the Director of the Office of Government Ethics to ensure that these purposes are met, records maintained by the Postal Service are to be made available to that office on request. Records may also be furnished to the Executive Office of the President and to the appropriate Congressional committee when needed in connection with the nomination and confirmation of Presidential appointees. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records or information may be provided to the Director, or his representative, of the Office of Government Ethics. 2. Records or information may be provided upon request to the Executive Office of the President when needed in connection with the nomination of Presidential appointees. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms and paper folders. Information from the forms may also be stored on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: Records are retrieved by the individual's name within each organizational component. Safeguards: Records are kept in lockable file cabinets to which only authorized personnel have access. Access to computer data is restricted to personnel having an official need for access. Retention and disposal: Records are maintained for as long as employee is subject to reporting requirements and for two years thereafter. Records needed in an on- going investigation may be retained longer until such time as they are no longer needed for the investigation. Disposal is by shredding. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260- 1100. Notification procedure: An employee wishing to inquire whether this system of records contains information about him/her or to gain access to information pertaining to him/her should direct an inquiry to the head of the facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the SYSTEM MANAGER. Inquiries should contain full name and place of employment. Record access procedures: See NOTIFICATION above. Individuals requesting access must also comply with USPS' Privacy Act regulations on verification of identity and access to records (39 CFR 266.6). Contesting record procedures: See NOTIFICATION above. Since the information in these records is updated by the subject individual on a periodic basis, most record corrections can be accomplished by filing supplemental statements. However, individuals can obtain information on the procedures for contesting the records under the provisions of the Privacy Act by contacting the USPS Records Officer. Record source categories: Information in this system of records is provided by: a. The subject individual or by a designated person such as a trustee, attorney, accountant, or relative. b. Ethics officials who review the statements to make conflict of interest determinations. c. Persons alleging conflicts of interests and persons contacted during any investigation of the allegations. USPS 120.061 System name: Personnel Records--Public Financial Disclosure Reports for Executive Branch Personnel, 120.061. System location: Law Department, USPS Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Senior level employees as determined by the criteria in section 201(f) of the Ethics in Government Act and implemented by Postal Service regulations, 39 CFR 47.42(a), consisting of the following persons: Postmaster General; Deputy Postmaster General; Ethical Conduct Officer; Administrative Law Judges; each employee who occupies a position that is compensated at or above level 2 of PCES I; and each employee whose basic rate is equal to or greater than the rate of basic pay for the first step of GS-16. Note.--Records pertaining to the Governors of the Postal Service are maintained as a part of System USPS 120.060 and are not contained in this system. Categories of records in the system: Public Financial Disclosure Report (Standard Form 278, or such other forms as may be prescribed by the Director, Office of Government Ethics), containing the following types of information: Income from sources other than the Postal Service; interests in property; purchases, sales and exchanges of property; gifts and reimbursements; liabilities; positions held; and relations with other employees. Position descriptions. Opinions of counsel and other information related to review of reports and to conflict of interest determination. Authority for maintenance of the system: Title II of Ethics in Government Act of 1978, Pub. L. 95-521, amended. Purpose(s): These records are maintained to meet the public financial reporting requirements imposed by the Ethics in Government Act on high level executive personnel. The reports serve to deter conflicts of interest and to identify potential conflicts of interest by providing for a systematic disclosure and review of the financial interests of both current and prospective officers and employees. To enable the Director of the Office of Government Ethics to ensure that these purposes are met, records maintained by the Postal Service are made available to that office on request. Records may also be furnished to the Executive Office of the President and to the appropriate Congressional committee when needed in connection with the nomination and confirmation of Presidential appointees. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: (1) Financial Disclosure Reports (SF 278) are available to members of the public for inspection and copying upon written request made in accordance with section 205 of the Ethics in Government Act, Pub. L. 95-521, as amended, and 39 CFR 442.42(e)(2). (2) Records or information may be provided to the Director, or his representative, of the Office of Government Ethics. (3) Records or information may be provided upon request to the Executive Office of the President when needed in connection with the nomination of Presidential appointees. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms and paper folders. Information from the forms may also be stored on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: Records are retrieved by the individual's name. Safeguards: Paper records are kept in lockable file cabinets to which only authorized personnel have access. Access to computer data is restricted to personnel having an official need for access. Retention and disposal: Records are maintained for six years, or longer if needed in connection with a pending investigation. Disposal is by shredding or burning. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, USPS Headquarters, 475 L'Enfant Plaza, SW, Washington, DC 20260-1100. Notification procedure: An employee wishing to inquire whether this system of records contains information about him or to gain access to information pertaining to him should direct an inquiry to the System Manager. Inquiries should contain full name and place of employment. Record access procedures: See Notification above. Contesting record procedures: See Notification above. Since the information in these records is updated by the subject individual on a periodic basis, most record corrections can be accomplished by filing subsequent reports. However, individuals can obtain information on the procedures for contesting the records under the provisions of the Privacy Act by contacting the System Manager. Record source categories: Information in this system of records is provided by: a. The subject individual or by a designated person such as a trustee, attorney, accountant, or relative. b. Ethics officials who review the reports to make conflict of interest determinations. c. Persons alleging conflicts of interests and persons contacted during any investigation of the allegations. USPS 120.070 System name: Personnel Records--General Personnel Folder (Official Personnel Folders and records related thereto), 120.070. System location: Personnel offices at all USPS facilities; National Personnel Records Center, St. Louis, MO: Information Systems, Employee Relations, Headquarters; Information Systems Service Centers, National Test Administration Center, Merrifield, VA; and selected contractor sites. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Present and former USPS employees; and current employees' children or former spouses and former employees' family members or former spouses who qualify and apply for Federal Employees Health Benefits coverage under Public Laws 98-615 or 100-654. Categories of records in the system: Documents pertaining to preemployment, prior Federal employment and current service as prescribed by USPS directives, including but not limited to: Applications, resumes, merit evaluations, promotion/salary change and other personnel actions; letters of commendation; records of disciplinary actions; and health benefit, retirement, flexible spending account, and life insurance elections. Note: This system also contains an automated tracking system which is used primarily to control and document disciplinary actions and to provide statistical information. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 1001, 1005; 42 U.S.C. 2000-16; Executive Orders 11478 and 11590. Purpose(s): Used by administrators, managers, selection review committees, and individual employee supervisors to perform routine personnel functions. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. To provide information to a prospective employer of a USPS employee or former USPS employee. 2. To provide statistical reports to Congress, agencies, and the public on characteristics of the USPS work force. 3. To provide data for the compilation of a local seniority list that is used by management to make decisions pertaining to appointment and assignments among craft personnel. The list is posted in local facilities where it may be reviewed by USPS employees. 4. To transfer to the OPM upon retirement of an employee information necessary for processing retirement benefits. 5. Disclosure of relevant and necessary information pertaining to an employee's participation in health, life insurance and retirement programs may be made to the Office of Personnel Management and private carriers for the provision of related benefits to the participant (also see USPS 050.020). 6. Disclosure of minority designation codes may be made to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission for the oversight and enforcement of Federal EEO regulations. 7. Disclosure of records of discipline relating to individual employees may be made to State Employment Security Agencies at the initial a determination level of the unemployment compensation claim process. 8. Information pertaining to an employee who is a retired military officer will be furnished to the appropriate service finance center as required under the provisions of the Dual Compensation Act. 9. May be disclosed to a Federal or State agency, providing parent locator services or to other authorized persons as defined by Pub. L. 93-647. 10. Records in this system are subject to review by an independent certified public accountant during an official audit of Postal Service finances. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper files, preprinted forms, Official Personnel Folders, magnetic tape and other computer storage devices. Retrievability: Employee name and location of employment and social security number. Safeguards: Folders are maintained in locked cabinets to which only authorized personnel have access; automated records are protected by computer passwords and tape or disc library physical security. Retention and disposal: a. Official Personnel Folder (OPF) Records--These records are considered to be permanent and are maintained until employee is separated, and then are sent to the National Personnel Records Center, St. Louis, for storage, or to another Federal agency to which the individual transfers employment. b. Personnel Work Sheets--Destroy 30 days after a new PS 50 is issued. c. Temporary Records of Individual Employees--Destroy when 2 years old, upon separation, or upon transfer of employee, whichever is sooner. d. Service Record Cards--Destroy 3 years after separation or transfer of employee. System manager(s) and address: Vice President, Employee Relations, United States Postal Serive, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to gain access to their Official Personnel Folders should submit requests to the facility head where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Former Postal Service employees should submit request to any Postal Service facility head giving name, date of birth and social security number. Former Post Office Department employees having no Postal Service employment (prior to July 1971) should submit the request to the Office of Personnel Management (formerly the U.S. Civil Service Commission), Compliance and Investigations Group, Washington, DC 20415-0001. Record access procedure: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access procedures above. Record source categories: Individual employee, personal references, former employers and USPS 050.020 (Finance Records-Payroll System). Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: The USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 120.090 System name: Personnel Records--Medical Records, 120.090. System location: Postal Service medical facilities and designee offices; USPS Corporate Health Fitness Center (Headquarters only). Categories of individuals covered by the system: Present and former USPS employees, individuals who have been offered employment but failed the medical examination before being placed on the rolls, and employees of other agencies that have entered into an agreement with the Postal Service to have the Postal Services perform medical services for the agencies' employees; also Headquarters employees who participate in the corporate health/fitness program. Categories of records in the system: Name, address, job title, social security number, installation, illness, supervisor's and physician's reports (on Authorizations for Medical Attention); pertinent medical history including physical examinations, treatment received at the health unit, occupational injuries, or illnesses, substance abuse information, findings, diagnoses and treatment, doctor's statements and recommendations, records of immunizations, and medical findings related to employees' exposure to toxic substances. In addition, Headquarters employees who participate in the corporate health/fitness program will voluntarily provide data about their lifestyle, exercise schedule, smoking habits, knowledge as to personal health, personal and family medical history, nutrition, stress levels, and other data relevant to making a health risk appraisal. Records of participant employees' individualized schedules and progress may be kept. Authority for maintenance of the system: 29 U.S.C. 401, 1001. Purpose(s): a. To provide all employees with necessary health care and to determine fitness for duty; and b. To provide a comprehensive individualized health promotion program for Headquarters employees and to determine the employee and organizational benefits of that program. (NOTE: Personal information about employee participants in the Corporate Health Fitness Program at Headquarters is under the exclusive custody of the contractor operating the Program and is not available to postal management. These data are maintained only for those employees who voluntarily provide it and under conditions assuring that it will not be disclosed without the written authority of the subject employee. Aggregated data may be provided to postal management for its use in determining the employee and organizational benefits of the program, but that data will have no personal identifiers affixed to it.) Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information in these records may be provided to the Office of Personnel Management in making determinations related to: a. Veterans Preference; b. Disability Retirement; and c. Benefit Entitlement. 2. Information on these records may be provided to officials of the following Federal agencies responsible for administering benefit programs: a. Office of Workers' Compensation Programs; b. Retired Military Pay Centers; c. Veterans Administration; and d. Social Security Administration. 3. Records in this system may be disclosed to an employee's private treating physician and to medical personnel retained by the Postal Service to provide medical services in connection with an employee's health or physical condition related to employment. 4. May be disclosed to an outside medical service when that organization performs the physical examinations and submits the evaluation to the Postal Service pursuant to a contract with the USPS as part of an established Postal Service health program for the purpose of determining a postal employee's fitness for duty. 5. May be disclosed to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Department of Labor when needed by that organization to perform its duties properly in accordance with 29 CFR part 19. 6. May be disclosed to the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health when needed by that organization to perform its duties properly in accordance with 29 CFR part 19. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms and paper files (Official Medical Folders); Preprinted forms and paper files and hard-copy computer storage (Corporate Health Fitness Center records). Retrievability: Employee name. Safeguards: Maintained in locked files. Access to automated Corporate Health Fitness Center records is restricted by password protection to medical screening personnel and health/fitness specialists under contract to operate the Corporate Health Fitness Program facility at Headquarters. Retention and disposal: a. Employee Medical Folder--Medical records considered to be permanent are maintained until employee is separated and then are sent to the National Personnel Records Center for storage, or to another Federal agency to which the individual transfers employment. The records are maintained for 30 years from the date the employee separates from Federal service. b. Failed Eligibles--Retained in Personnel office along with employment application and destroyed by shredding when 2 years old. c. Authorization for Medical Attention (PS 3956)--Destroy when 2 years old. d. Corporate Health Fitness Center records--Retained by contractor operating Center until termination of contract at which time they must be returned to the USPS. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: An employee wishing to know whether information about him/her is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Failed eligibles should address inquiries to the head of the facility where application for employment was made. Inquiries should contain full name. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: USPS employees, selected eligibles, Veterans Administration and USPS medical staff. USPS 120.091 System name: Personnel Records--Vehicle Operators Controlled Substance and Alcohol Testing Records, 120.091. System locations: Postal Service medical facilities, designee medical offices, and program contractor's office. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Current and former postal employees who are or were required to have a commercial driver's license (CDL) and subject to the controlled substance and alcohol testing requirements of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 (Pub. L. 102-143) as mandated by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Categories of records in the system: Employee or applicant name; social security number; work address and telephone number; controlled substance and alcohol testing records and results, including date, time, and reason for each test; test results from former employers; medical personnel assessments of employees' test results, recommendations for action, and related documentation; employee or applicant statements concerning controlled substance and alcohol test results; and documentation of substance abuse professionals' (SAPs) determinations of employees' need for assistance and employees' compliance with SAPs' recommendations. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401; Pub. L. 102-143; and 49 CFR 40 and 382, 391, 392, 395. Purpose(s): a. To comply with the requirements of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 (Pub. L. 102-143) to implement a controlled substance and alcohol testing program for employees in safety-sensitive positions. b. To provide for the uniform collection and compilation of controlled substance and alcohol test results for reporting, analysis, evaluation, and corrective action. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements a, b, c, d, e, f, j, k, l, and m listed in the prefatory statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information in these records may be provided to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), when requested by the Secretary of Transportation; to any U.S. Department of Transportation agency; or to any state or local official with regulatory authority over the Postal Service or its employees (as authorized by DOT agency regulations). 2. Information in these records may be provided to the National Transportation Safety Board in conjunction with an accident investigation. 3. Information in these records may be provided to a subsequent employer upon receipt of a written request from the employee, or as directed by the specific written consent of the employee to an identified individual. 4. Information in these records may be provided to the employee or to the decisionmaker in a lawsuit, grievance, or other proceeding initiated by or on behalf of the employee and arising from the results of a controlled substance and/or alcohol test administered under the regulations issued by DOT, or from a determination that the employee engaged in conduct prohibited by Pub. L. 102-143. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms and paper files (including hard-copy computer printouts) and computer files. Retrievability: Employee or applicant name; social security number; and chain of custody form numbers. Safeguards: Kept in locked file cabinets in secured Postal Service medical units and those of its designees. Retention and disposal: a. Destroy the records related to alcohol test results indicating a breath alcohol concentration of 0.02 or greater, verified positive controlled substance test results, refusals, medical review officer's evaluations, employee statements, and substance abuse professionals' evaluations and referrals when the records are 5 years old. b. Destroy the records related to alcohol test results indicating a breath alcohol concentration of less than 0.02 and negative and canceled controlled substance test results when the records are 1 year old. System manager(s) and address: Vice President, Human Resources, United States Posta Service, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedures: An employee wanting to know whether information about him or her is maintained in this system of records must address inquiries to the head of the facility where the employee is employed. Inquiries must contain the employee's or applicant's full name, social security number, and facility where employed (or tested). Record access procedures: Requests for access must be made in accordance with the notification procedures above and the Postal Service Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity under 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification Procedures and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Postal Service employees, Postal Service medical staff, Postal Service designee testing facilities, substance abuse professionals, and designated contractors.'' USPS 120.098 System name: Personnel Records--Office of Workers' Compensation Program (OWCP) Record Copies, 120.098. System location: All postal facilities. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal employees who have voluntarily filed for injury compensation. Categories of records in the system: Copies of Department of Labor forms consisting of claims and supporting information, Postal Service forms and correspondence related to the claim; automated payment and accounting records. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 1005. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: Purpose(s): To provide injury compensation to qualifying employees and to maintain a record of the events as a basis for managerial decisions. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information may be provided to the Department of Labor for the purpose of determining whether a claimant qualifies for compensation and to what extent qualification applies. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed forms and correspondence (Note: In some cases, the USPS by agreement with the Department of Labor (DOL) temporarily stores original case files. These files are considered to be DOL records to which DOL rather than USPS regulations apply.) Continuation of pay and DOL charge-back information is stored on computer media. Retrievability: Alphabetically by name and social security number. Safeguards: Maintained in locked filing cabinets within the exclusive custody of the injury compensation control point. Automated records are protected through computer password security, encryptions, and/or a computer software security system. Retention and disposal: Transfer to a Federal Records Center 5 years after the employee has left the Postal Service; dispose of 30 years from date the employee leaves the Postal Service. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200; and APMG, Department of the Controller, Washington, DC 20260-5200. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Record access procedures: See Notification Procedure above. (Note: The original case file (in most instances) is maintained by OWCP and must be requested from that organization as provided for under Department of Labor Privacy Act System DOL/EAS-13.) Contesting record procedures: The contents of OWCP records may be contested only by contacting OWCP as provided for under the Department of Labor Privacy Act System DOL/ EAS-13. Record source categories: Information is obtained from the claimant, the supervisor, witnesses, physicians, Department of Labor, and USPS 120.035. USPS 120.099 System name: Personnel Records--Injury Compensation Payment Validation Records, 120.099. System location: All postal facilities having injury compensation units, National Headquarters and Postal Data Centers. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Current and former Postal Service employees who have received or are receiving injury compensation program payments. Categories of records in the system: Lists of individuals whose names appear in two systems of records, research case records, and remuneration records related to injury compensation paid to current and former employees by the Postal Service. (See ``Retention and disposal'' for cases in which these records are converted to investigative files.) Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 1001, 39 U.S.C. 1005. Purpose(s): This information is used to identify instances in which improper double payments have been or are being made to Postal Service employees who have filed injury-sickness compensation claims and to maintain records of this event as a basis for: Detecting fraud; seeking remuneration and/or legal action; reporting the extent of double payments nationwide; and proposing corrective legislation. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Computer reports, paper records, correspondence and research records. Note: These files are considered to be USPS records to which USPS regulations apply. Retrievability: Social security number. Safeguards: These restricted files are maintained in locked file cabinets. Access to automated records is protected through a computer security system, file encryption, and/or password protection. Retention and disposal: a. Computer reports. (1) All personal information on initial data collection reports and master file/tape will be destroyed (or erased) when 3 years old. (2) Subsequent reports containing affirmative identifications become part of research case records. b. Research case records (copies of records from other systems-- includes computer reports, paper records, and correspondence). (1) If research determines nonapplicability, destroy by burning or shredding 6 months after such determination is made. (2) If research determines applicability, research records then become (a) part of an investigative case file and fall within system USPS 080.010. Inspection Requirements Investigative File System (refer to USPS 080.010 for retention and disposal instructions), or (b) a remuneration case file which is maintained for 2 years and destroyed by burning or shredding. Extra copies of research records are destroyed at the time a remuneration or investigative case file is created. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Employees or former employees wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the System Manager. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from Postal Service injury compensation case files, payment records and employment records as found in USPS Privacy Act Systems: USPS 050.020, 120.070, and 120.098; Social Security Administration death files; and pertinent Federal health benefit carrier's claim/payment files. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 120.100 System name: Personnel Records--Performance Awards System Records, 120.100. System location: USPS Personnel Division and Inspection Service, Headquarters; Regional and Divisional Offices of Inspection Service; Division Offices; Post Offices; Bulk Mail Centers; Postal Data Centers. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS employees. Categories of records in the system: Name of recognized employee and pay location, related records including letter of commendation and appreciation, correspondence or memoranda pertaining to awards from other government agencies or private organizations, length of service awards, incentive awards, recommendations, nominations, and evidence of payment made. Authority for maintenance of the system: Chapter 45 of Title 39, U.S.C. Purpose(s): To control and measure the effectiveness of the Awards Program under which cash awards are given to recognize and reward employees for special acts, services, or efforts in the public interest related to USPS employment or that improve USPS effectiveness. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information is summarized and furnished to the Office of Personnel Management annually, to be included in the OPM report on incentive awards to the President. 2. Disclosure may be made to the news media from the record of an individual regarding his/her receipt of an employee award when the information is of news interest and consistent with the public's right to know. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Magnetic tape and printed forms. Retrievability: Employee name, region where employed, pay location and Division. Safeguards: Physical security. Retention and disposal: a. Incentive Award Files--Destroy 4 years from date of approval or disapproval. b. Length of Service Award Files--Destroy when 1 year old. c. Non-USPS Awards--Destroy 2 years after date of award. d. Letter of Commendation and Appreciation (excluding copies filed in the OPF)--Destroy 2 years from date of letter. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the SYSTEM MANAGER. Inquiries should contain full name and pay location. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained in summary printouts supplied to each region by Postal Data Centers. USPS 120.110 System name: Personnel Records--Preemployment Investigation Records, 120.110. System location: USPS Facilities; District Offices, Area Offices and National Headquarters; and site of USPS contractor (all records except laboratory reports containing drug test results and related medical records which are maintained in Postal Service medical facilities and designee offices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postal employees and applicants for employment. Categories of records in the system: Replies from former employers, local police records, military records, driving recirds, drug screening records including laboratory results, drug history records and other investigative reports used to determine suitability for employment. Other records filed with these are: Office of Personnel Management records (privacy system--OPM/CENTRAL-9) compiled through a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and forwarded to the USPS for assistance in making a hiring decision. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 USC 410(b), 1001. Purpose(s): To determine suitability for employment. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: With the exception noted below, general routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Note: Only general routine use B applies to drug screening records and laboratory results identified in the ``Categories of Records in the System'' section of this notice. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms and correspondence. Retrievability: Alphabetically by name. Safeguards: Laboratory results of drug testing are stored in locked file cabinets under the supervision of medical personnel. Other information is stored in locked file cabinets accessible to those with an appropriate security clearance. Retention and disposal: a. Destroy 5 years from the date the employee is initially found suitable for employment or 5 years from the date action was taken to deny or terminate employment. b. NACI reports are retained in the same fashion as local investigative records. System manager(s) and address: Vice President, Employee Relations, United States Postal Service, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: a. Local Investigative records--Apply to the head of the postal facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System manager. b. OPM NACI reports--Apply to the Office of Personnel Management as instructed by privacy system OPM/CENTRAL-9. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained primarily from local police records, state driving records, military records, former employers and drug testing laboratory. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Reference 39 CFR 266.9 for details. USPS 120.120 System name: Personnel Records--Personnel Research and Test Validation Records, 120.120. System location: USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC (paper records only); National Test Administration Center, Alexandria, VA, and contractor sites (paper and ADP records); and National Information Systems Development Center, Raleigh, NC and Minneapolis Postal Data Center, Minneapolis, MN (ADP records only). Categories of individuals covered by the system: Applicants for postal employment and USPS employee applicants for reassignment and/or promotion; current employees whose work records or solicited responses are involved in research projects. Categories of records in the system: Records are hard-copy (paper, including scannable answer sheets) or ADP (magnetic tape, disk) and may contain the following information, depending on personnel research or test validation study: Applicant and research subject demographic data, including race, sex, national origin, employment status, date of birth and geographical location; and identification data, including name, social security number or respondent identification code; project identification codes, batch codes, and information collection dates; applicant and research subject responses to, or evaluation on, personnel assessment instruments; applicant and research data and laboratory data and analysis, concerning performance, work suitability, physical condition, disciplinary incidents, awards, attendance, training or other work-related data, when used in conjunction with personnel research; and job analysis data, including respondent identification and evaluation of job activities and employee qualifications. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401.1001. Purpose(s): To support research and development efforts in the construction and use of personnel assessment instruments (such as tests and performance evaluation forms); the analysis of employee behavior, characteristics, interests, attitudes, and physical condition affecting productivity; and the evaluation and improvement of personnel management practices. Data are collected when specific research projects are undertaken (such as pilot tryouts of personnel selection methods and job attitude surveys). Race and national origin data are used to evaluate any adverse impact of the selection process. Use of these race and national origin data is limited to research projects and test validation conducted by the Postal Service. No individual personnel decisions are made in the use of these research records. Many data are collected under conditions ensuring their confidentiality which will be protected. Personnel information in this system of records is used primarily by the personnel research staff of the Office of Selection and Evaluation of the U.S. Postal Service. Reports and analyses that result from use of this system, or use of this system in conjunction with system USPS 120.121, are based on aggregated data, with no identification of the individuals involved. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, and L listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. To disclose information to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission for use in determining the existence of adverse impact in the total selection process, in reviewing allegations of discrimination, or in assessing the status of compliance with Federal law. 2. Disclosure of information about applicants for employment with the Postal Service may be made to the Selective Service System (SSS) under approved computer matching efforts in which either the Postal Service or SSS acts as the matching agency. Disclosure will be limited to only those data elements considered relevant to identify individuals eligible for registration under the Military Selective Service Act (50 U.S.C. App. 451 et seq.), to determine whether those individuals have complied with registration requirements, and to enforce compliance when necessary. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper files, magnetic tape, and disks. Retrievability: Depending on the research project, employee name, social security number, batch number, employee's date of examination, location, or respondent identification code. Safeguards: These records are maintained in closed file cabinets in a secure facility. Access to computer data is restricted to authorized personnel. Retention and disposal: Records are maintained for five years. Paper records are destroyed by shredding and computer records by erasing. a. Hard-Copy--Paper response forms (scannable answer sheets, booklets) are destroyed upon transcription to magnetic media, usually within six months of collection. b. Magnetic Tape--Retention is dependent upon the type of research project and is not to exceed 30 years--DO NOT TRANSFER TO A FEDERAL RECORDS CENTER. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations, Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to gain access to their records should submit requests to the facility head where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Former Postal Service employees wishing to gain access to their Official Personnel Folder should submit request to any Postal Service facility head giving name, date of birth and social security number. Former Post Office Department employees having no Postal Service employment (prior to July 1971) should submit the request to the Office of Personnel Management (formerly the U.S. Civil Service Commission), Compliance and Investigations Group, Washington, DC 20415-0001. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Applicants or research subjects, or others providing evaluations or work-related data on subjects as part of a research study. Other systems from which information is accessed include records relating to: Collection and Delivery, EEO, Finance, Inquiries and Complaints, Inspection Requirements, Personnel, Statistical Systems and Litigation. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Reference 39 CFR 266.9 for details. USPS 120.121 System name: Personnel Records--Applicant Race, Sex, National Origin and Disability Status Records, 120.121. System location: USPS National Test Administration Center, Alexandria, VA (paper and ADP records); and USPS National Information System Development Center, Raleigh, NC; and Minneapolis Postal Data Center, Minneapolis, MN (ADP records only). Categories of individuals covered by the system: Applicants for USPS examinations, including USPS employees. Categories of records in the system: Individual's name, Social Security Number, date of birth, lead office installation number, race, sex, national origin and disability status data: Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 101 and 5 U.S.C. 7201. Purpose(s): To provide the Postal Service with the ability to assess the impact of personnel selection decisions on applicants in each racial, sex, national origin and disability category. Note: These data are maintained only on those applicants who voluntarily provide it and under conditions assuring that the individual's self-identifications as to race, sex, national origin, and disability status does not accompany that individual's application when it is under consideration by a selecting official. Data are collected via a research questionnaire on an applicant-by-applicant basis and are used to produce summary descriptive statistics and analytical studies to evaluate personnel/organizational measurement and selection methods; to implement and evaluate USPS affirmative action programs; to determine any adverse impact on the overall personnel selection process; to identify categories of individuals for personnel research; and for related work force studies. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, and L listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. To disclose information to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission for use in determining the existence of adverse impact in the total selection process, in reviewing allegations of discrimination, or in assessing the status of compliance with Federal law. 2. Disclosure may be made in response to the order of a court of competent jurisdiction. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper files, magnetic tape and disks. Retrievability: Name and Social Security Number. Safeguards: Records are maintained in lockable filing cabinets in a secured room. Access to automated data is restricted by computer passwords. Retention and disposal: a. Hard Copy--Destroy 6 months after processing. b. Magnetic Tape--Maintain for 30 years--DO NOT TRANSFER TO A FEDERAL RECORDS CENTER. c. Statistical Records (without individual identifiers)--Maintained for as long as needed for the purpose of conducting longitudinal studies. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether this system of records contains information about them should address inquiries to the head of the examination center of the facility that administered the test. Inquiries should be written, signed, and contain full name, Social Security Number, type of examination, examination number, and the date and place of participation in the examination. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is provided by applicants taking examinations. USPS 120.130 System name: Personnel Records--Postmaster Selection Program Records, 120.130. System location: USPS Divisions and Management Sectional Centers. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS employees and external applicants desiring to be considered for appointment to a Postmaster position. Categories of records in the system: Name, address, date of birth, social security number, education summary, postal background, other employment experience, Postal Inspector's Investigative Report, and other pertinent personal information. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 1001. Purpose(s): To provide USPS selecting officials and appointing officials with decision-making information to determine the best qualified candidates for appointment to postmaster positions. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, and L listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed, typed or handwritten forms. Retrievability: Applicant's name and post office for which application was made. Safeguards: Locked file cabinets in a secured facility with access restricted to authorized personnel. Retention and disposal: Postmaster vacany files are retained in the selecting official's organization for 2 years and then destroyed, unless an audit, investigation, or appeal is pending. Records are destroyed by shredding or burning. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether this system of records contains information on them should address inquiries to the Field Division General Manager/Postmaster of the Division in which the application was made. Inquiries should contain full name, the postal facility to which application was made, title and place of employment. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from the employee, postal background personnel data, and from forms completed by the employee. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Reference 39 CFR 266.9 for details. USPS 120.140 System name: Personnel Records--Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Records, 120.140. System location: EAP Offices, Headquarters, the Minneapolis Postal Data Center and certain contractor sites. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS employees and immediate family members who volunteer for or are referred to the Program which is established primarily to help postal employees in their efforts to recover from alcohol, drug abuse and other problems which may adversely impact their personal lives, job behavior or performance. Categories of records in the system: Name of employee participant, personal information needed to assist in a program of recovery, information about referral, problem, progress and participation (number of counselling contacts and leave usage while a Program participant), name of referred family member and name of community resource where referred. Demographic data collected on records subjects for statistical reporting includes marital status, ethnic group, gender, and age group. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401. Purpose(s): To provide counselors with information needed to maintain program operations and counsel individuals under the Program. Also, used as a management data source for statistical reporting on the Program. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: 1. Records or information from this system may be disclosed to an expert, consultant, or other individual who is under contract to the Postal Service to fulfill an agency function, but only to the extent necessary to fulfill that function. This may include disclosure to any individual with whom the Postal Service contracts to reproduce by typing, photocopying, or other means any records for use by Postal Service officials in connection with their official duties or to any individual who performs clerical or stenographic functions relating to the official business of the Postal Service. 2. Records or information from this system may be made to medical personnel to the extent necessary to meet a medical emergency involving the participant. 3. Non-identifying records or information from this system may be disclosed to qualified personnel for purposes of research, audit, or program evaluation. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper files, magnetic tape/disk and computer printouts. Retrievability: Name, Social Security Number or case number of participants. Safeguards: These restricted files are maintained in locked file cabinets with access limited to EAP personnel and in secured facilities. Automated records are protected through computer password security and encoding of personal identifiers. Retention and disposal: a. Historical Case Record Cards--Destroy 25 years from the close of case to which card corresponds. b. Case Files--(1) Deceased persons--Destroy 1 year from date of cutoff; (2) Persons successfully completing the Program and persons dropped from the Program for reasons of termination, retirement, withdrawal or transfer--Destroy 3 years from date of cutoff; (3) Family member--Destroy 1 year from date of interview. Do not transfer to a federal records center. System manager(s) and address: Headquarters USPS, APMG, Employee Relations Department, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Participants in the Program should address inquiries to the head of the facility where participating. Inquiries should contain full name, Social Security Number, and location of employment, if applicable. Headquarters employees should submit request to the System Manager. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: The participating employee, family member referee, EAP counselor and the referring source. USPS 120.151 System name: Personnel Records--Recruiting, Examining, and Appointment Records, 120.151. System location: U.S. Postal Service personnel offices, National Test Administration Center (NTAC); Minneapolis Postal Data Center, and/or other offices within Postal Service facilities authorized to engage in recruiting or examing activities or to make appointments to positions. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Job applicants. Categories of records in the system: Personal and professional resumes, personal applications, test scores, medical assessments, academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, employment certifications, medical records, and registers of eligibles. Restricted medical records are accumulated by personnel offices prior to transmittal to medical facilities. The above records may include such information as name of applicant, post office of application, social security number, date of examination, employment and education background, estimates of potential, and recommendations. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401.1001. Purpose(s): To provide managers, personnel officials and medical officers with information for recruiting and recommending appointment of qualified persons. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper files, index cards, magnetic tape, punched cards, preprinted forms and computer printed reports. Retrievability: Job applicant name and/or social security number. Safeguards: Paper records are maintained in closed filing cabinets under scrutiny of designated managers. Computer records are maintained in secured facilities. Retention and disposal: a. Applications for Employment--Dispose of upon expiration of eligibility, unless extended for an additional year at the request of the eligible person. b. Applications for Master Instructor Positions--Destroy 3 years after date of selection. c. Employment Registers: (i) Notice of Rating Card--Forward to applicant. (ii) Alpha and numeric Register Cards--Destroy when 10 years old. d. Outside Applicant Files: (i) Successful Applicant Files--Move PS 50B or PS 52 as appropriate, to the Official Personnel Folder. Dispose of all other forms and papers when 6 months old. (ii) Unsuccessful Applicant File--Dispose of when 1 year old. e. Answer Sheets (i) Hard Copy-Destroy 6 months after processing Magnetic Tape-Maintain for 30 years-DO NOT TRANSFER TO A FEDERAL RECORDS CENTER. System manager(s) and address: APMG Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility to which job application was made. Inquiries should contain full name, social security number, and, if applicable, approximate date of application submitted and residence. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Individual, school officials, former employers, supervisors, named references, Veterans Administration and State Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Reference 39 CFR 266.9 for details. USPS 120.152 System name: Personnel Records--Career Development and Training Records, 120.152. System location: Postal Education and Development Centers (PEDCs) and other facilities within the Postal Service where career development training, and curriculum evaluation activities are authorized. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Current and former postal employees. Categories of records in the system: Career development records, applications for and records of postal and non-postal training, records containing student and manager evaluations of training received, examination and skills bank records, and scheme examination records (including dates of examination due and taken, and results). Information within these records may include name, social security number, special qualifications, skills or knowledge, career goals, education, work histories or summaries, nominations, recommendations, and copies of personnel actions, certificates and other material contained within USPS 120.070. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401.1001. Purpose(s): To provide managers, supervisors, and training and development professionals with decision-making information for employee career development, training, and assignment. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper files, index cards, magnetic tape, punched cards, preprinted forms and computer printed reports. Retrievability: Employee name and social security number. Safeguards: Paper records are maintained in closed filing cabinets under scrutiny of designated managers. Computer records are maintained in secured facilities. Retention and disposal: a. Management Training Program Records: (1) Trainee's Individual Files--Destroy 5 years from the date trainee leaves the program. (2) Trainee Travel Records--Destroy 1 year from date trainee leaves program. (3) Travel files of postal manager in connection with program--dispose of when 1 year old. b. Nomination for Executive Leadership Files--Destroy 1 year from date of selection. c. Employee Training Files--Destroy 5 years from date of training. d. Case Examination Records--Destroy 1 year from date of separation of employee. Certain records of examinations are maintained as part of USPS 120.120, Personnel Records--Personnel Research and Test Validation Records. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Washington, DC 20260-4200; APMG, Facilities Department, Washington, DC 20260-6400; and APMG, Philatelic and Retail Services Department, Washington, DC 20260-6700. Notification procedure: Current and former field employees wishing to know whether information about them is contained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the appropriate employment facility. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Inquiries should contain full name and social security number. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from the subject, subject's employment records, and his/her supervisor. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Reference 39 CFR 266.9 for details. USPS 120.153 System name: Personnel Records--Individual Performance Evaluation/Measurement, 120.153. System location: U.S. Postal Service facilities where individual performance evaluation/measurement activities are conducted. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Current and former postal employees. Categories of records in the system: Individual performance evaluation and measurement records that include audit sheets, performance ratings, performance appraisals for PCES candidates, self-appraisals, statements of goals and objectives, and related correspondence. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401.1001. Purpose(s): To provide managers and supervisors with decision making information for training needs, promotion and assignment considerations, or other employee/job related actions. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper files, index cards, magnetic tapes, punched cards, preprinted forms and computer printed reports. Retrievability: Employee name and social security number. Safeguards: Paper records are maintained in closed filing cabinets under scrutiny of designated managers. Computer records are maintained in secured facilities. Retention and disposal: a. Merit Performance Evaluation Files--Destroy when 5 years old. b. Individual Performance Evaluation/Measurement Records--Destroy when 10 years old or when no longer useful, whichever is sooner. DO NOT TRANSFER TO A FEDERAL RECORDS CENTER. System manager(s) and address: Assistant Postmaster General having jurisdiction over the functional or administrative performance evaluation/measurement procedure. Notification procedure: Current and former field employees wishing to know whether information is maintained about them in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the appropriate employment facility. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Inquiries should contain full name and social security number. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from the subject, the subject's employment records and his/her co-workers. USPS 120.154 System name: Personnel Records--Employee Survey Process System Records, USPS 120.154. System location: Human Resources at Headquarters, and at a contractor site. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Supervisors and managers who are rated under an employee survey process or have responsibility for a rated work location. Categories of records in the system: Work location, name and social security number of manager or supervisor, aggregate data and analyses of data, and national feedback reports. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 1001. Purpose(s): To improve the quality of postal services, employee-management relations, and communication between managers and employees by soliciting employee feedback on job-related issues; to provide management and supervisors with information needed to improve their leadership skills; and to provide information for evaluating manager and supervisor performance. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements b, f, and g listed in the prefatory statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper and computer storage media. Retrievability: Some survey information in the system is retrieved only by work location. Other information is retrieved by manager or supervisor name or social security number. Safeguards: Hardcopy records are maintained in a secured environment, with access limited to those individuals whose official duties require such access. Access to automated records is restricted by authorized user identification codes. Information on computer storage media maintained at a contractor site is protected by ADP physical security, technical software, and administrative security subject to audit and inspection by the Postal Inspection Service. Retention and disposal: a. Employee Opinion Survey Process Records--Retain for 20 years. Destroy paper records by shredding or burning. Destroy computer records by erasure or degaussing. b. Management Development Process Records: (1) Paper Survey Feeder Records--Cut off at the end of the calendar year and destroy by shredding or burning 3 years from cutoff date; (2) Computer Records-- Retain for 20 years and then erase or degauss. System manager(s) and address: Vice President, Human Resources, United States Postal Service, 475 L'Enfant PLZ SW, Washington DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Individuals wanting to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records must address inquiries in writing to the system manager. Record access procedures: Requests for access must be made in accordance with the notification procedure above and the Postal Service Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity under 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification Procedure and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Postal employees. USPS 120.170 System name: Personnel Records--Safe Driver Award Records, 120.170. System location: Motor Vehicle Offices of Postal Facilities. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS employees who are full-time drivers of postal vehicles. Categories of records in the system: Contain employees' name, yearly Safe Driver Awards record of any accidents in which employee is involved, and evaluations by Safe Driver Award Committee. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401. Purpose(s): To provide information for awarding Safe Driver Awards. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. To furnish information to the National Safety Council for award purposes. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Index cards. Retrievability: Alphabetically by name of employee. Safeguards: Kept in closed file cabinet with limited access. Retention and disposal: Destroy 4 years from date of separation, expiration of license, recision of authorization, or transfer of driver into a nondriving status, or other transfer (unless requested by new installation or agency). System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit the request to the SYSTEM MANAGER. Inquiries should contain full name. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from the driver and from USPS accident reports. USPS 120.180 System name: Personnel Records--Skills Bank (Human Resources Records), 120.180. System location: Maintained by various postal facilities as determined by management. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Different categories of USPS employees, women, PCES and employees in various job categories. Categories of records in the system: Employee name, social security number, address, job position, sex, educational background, work history, salary history, skills, licenses, language, career preferences and goals, geographical preferences, special achievements, merit awards, project assignments, benefits, and other personal information. (The various systems in existence may contain more or less information than specified herein.) Authority for maintenance of the system: Pub. L. 92-261, 39 USC 401, 1001. Purpose(s): Used by USPS management to make and track employee job assignments, to place employees in new positions, and to assist in career planning and training in general; the system is also used to provide statistics for personnel and workload management. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms, magnetic tape and disk files, computer reports, and microfiche. Retrievability: Name and social security number. Safeguards: Locked file cabinets, controlled access, computer password authentication, magnetic tape library, physical security. Retention and disposal: Paper records will be destroyed by shredding or burning 1 or 2 years after information is successfully entered into the system depending upon the particular program involved. Automated information will be erased 1 year after employee is terminated or is no longer in the particular job category. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200; and Chief Postal Inspector, Postal Inspection Service, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-2100. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether such a system exists at their place of employment or whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Inquiries should contain full name, social security number, and place of employment. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained directly from employee and USPS personnel forms and reports. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: The USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a (j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 120.190 System name: Personnel Records--Supervisors' Personnel Records, 120.190. System location: Any Postal Service facility. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS Employees. Categories of records in the system: Records consist of summaries or excerpts from the following other USPS personnel records systems: 120.036, 120.070, 120.151, 120.152, 120.153, 120.180, 120.210; as well as records of discipline. In addition copies of other Postal Service records and records originated by the supervisor may be included at the supervisor's discretion. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 1001. Purpose(s): To enable supervisors to efficiently manage assigned personnel. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records of discipline may become part of USPS 120.070 and would therefore be subject to disclosure under the routine uses of that system of records. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper files, index cards, magnetic tape and disk, computer printouts. Retrievability: Employee name. Safeguards: Paper documents/index cards are locked in supervisor's desk or filing cabinets. Computer readable media are maintained in secured data processing facilities. Retention and disposal: a. Counseling Records--Destroy when 1 year old if there has been no disciplinary action initiated against the employee during that period. b. Letters of Warning--Destroy when 2 years old if there has been no disciplinary action initiated against the employee during that period. c. All Other Records--Dispose of immediately upon termination of supervisor/employee relationship. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether this system of records contains information on them should address inquiries to the head of the facility where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Other personnel records systems, supervisor notes, employees and postal customers. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records of information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 120.210 System name: Personnel Records--Vehicle Maintenance Personnel and Operators Records, 120.210. System location: Postal Service vehicle maintenance facilities; processing and distribution centers; bulk mail centers; post offices; area offices; district offices; Headquarters; and program contractor's office. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Current and former postal employees who operate or maintain postal vehicles, including those employees required to have commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) and who drive vehicles in excess of 26, 000 pounds gross venicle weight rating (GVWR). Categories of records in the system: Records relating to individual employee operation of USPS-owned or USPS-leased vehicles, including employee name; social security number; age; length of service; physical condition; qualifications to drive; results of driving; vehicle and safety training; licensing information (including revocations and suspensions); driving habits; route and vehicle assignments; vehicle accidents; driving citations and safety awards; notificationsof substance and alcohol tests, with related checklists and correspondence; employee workload; and work habits. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401; Pub. L. 102-143; and 49 CFR 40 and 382, 391, 392, 395. Purpose(s): a. To provide local post office managers, supervisors, and transportation managers with information to assign routes and vehicles and to adjust workload, schedules, and type of equipment operated. b. To serve as a basis for corrective action and presentation of safe driving awards. c. To comply with the testing and documentation requirements of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 (Pub. L. 102-143) implementing a controlled substance and alcohol testing program for employees required to have commercial driver's licenses (CDLs). Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, j, k, l, and m listed in the prefatory statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information in these records provides GSA and Postal Service driver credentials. 2. Information in these records may be provided to the contractor responsible for maintaining the database of employees to be selected randomly for controlled substance and alcohol testing. 3. Information in these records may be provided to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), when requested by the Secretary of Transportation; to any U.S. Department of Transportation agency; or to any state or local official with regulatory authority over the Postal Service or its employees (as authorized by DOT agency regulations). 4. Information in these records may be provided to the National Transportation Safety Board in conjunction with an accident investigation. 5. Information in these records may be provided to the employee or to the decisionmaker in a lawsuit, grievance, or other proceeding initiated by or on behalf of the employee and arising from the results of a controlled substance and/or alcohol test administered under the regulations issued by DOT, or from a determination that the employee engaged in conduct prohibited by Pub. L. 102-143. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Preprinted forms and paper files (including hard-copy computer printouts) and computer files. Retrievability: Employee names; vehicle number; route number; and work order number. Safeguards: Kept in locked file cabinets in secured Postal Service and contractor facilities. Access to computer data is restricted to authorized contractor personnel. Retention and disposal: a. Destroy the records related to the employee's random selection for controlled substance and alcohol testing when the records are 1 year old. b. Destroy the checklists, correspondence, and any other documentation related to the employee's testing for controlled substances and alcohol when the records are 5 years old. c. Destroy records maintained in the database of employees subject to Pub. L. 102-143 when the employee separates from the Postal Service or is no longer authorized to operate a Postal Service vehicle. d. Destroy the remaining records related to the employee's operation or maintenance of Postal Service vehicles 4 years from the date of separation, transfer (unless requested by new installation or agency), expiration of license, rescission of authorization, or transfer of the employee into a nondriving status. System manager(s) and address: Vice President, Operations Support, United States Postal Service, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SE, Washington, DC 20260-2402. Notification procedure: An employees wishing to know whether information about him or her is maintained in this system of records must address inquiries to the head of the facility where the employee is employed. Inquiries must contain employee's full name, social security number, route number, work station and facility where employed. Record access procedures: Requests for access must be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the Postal Service Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity under 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification Procedures and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Postal Service employees, supervisor, and medical staff; staff motor vehicle departments and designated contractor(s). Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the Postal Service has claimed exemption from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system must continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 120.220 System name: Personnel Records--Arbitration Case Files, 120.220. System location: Office of Labor Law, Law Department, National Headquarters; Office of Field Legal Services, Regions; and Field Divisions. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Employees involved in labor arbitration. Note: These files constitute a Privacy Act system of records only to the extent that personally identifying information about an individual is in fact retrieved from the files by use of the individual's name or other personal identifier. Generally, information in litigation files is retrieved by reference to the case name or number. In those instances where the case name or number is not the personal identifier of an individual, the file does not constitute a Privacy Act system of records. Categories of records in the system: Documents relating to proceedings when the USPS is a party in labor arbitration cases. Includes disciplinary and contract grievances, and appeals of bargaining unit employees, formal pleadings and memoranda of law, excerpts from grievance files, supporting documents, notes and case analyses prepared by Postal Service advocates and other personnel, and correspondence and telephone records. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 409(d). Purpose(s): To provide advice and representation to the Postal Service in labor arbitration cases. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 2. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. 3. A record may be transferred, and information from it disclosed to any Federal agency as may be appropriate for the coordinated defense or prosecution of related litigation or the resolution of related claims or issues without litigation, 4. A record may be disclosed in a Federal, State, local, or foreign judicial or administrative proceeding in accordanc with the procedures and practices governing such proceeding. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: Name of litigant(s). Safeguards: Folders containing paper documents are kept in lockable filing cabinets within secured buildings or areas under the general scrutiny of authorized personnel. Computer terminals and tape/disk files are located in a secured area and access is restricted to personnel having an official need. Retention and disposal: a. Disciplinary Cases (to include removal) and contract application cases--(1) National Level--Destroy 15 years from date of final decision. (2) Field Level--Destroy 5 years from date of final decision. b. Contract Interpretation Cases (National Level)--Transfer to a Federal Records Center when 5 years old; destroy 15 years from date of expiration of the agreement. c. Court Actions--Transfer to a Federal Courts Center when 5 years old, destroy 15 years from date of final agreement. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Labor Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4100. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to determine whether this system of records contains information about them should write to the System Manager and provide name, case number, if known, and the approximate date the action was initiated. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action, determination, or finding. Record source categories: (a) Employees involved in labor arbitration cases; (b) Counsel(s) or other representative(s) for parties involved in the arbitration case other than Postal Service; (c) Arbitrators; (d) Other individuals involved in labor arbitration cases. Source documents include the formal case file, investigative reports, and other records relevant to the case. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the exent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 120.230 System name: Personnel Records--Adverse Action Appeals (Administrative Litigation Case Files) 120.230. System location: Office of Labor Law, Law Department, National Headquarters; Office of Field Legal Services, Regions; and Field Divisions. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Employees involved in Veterans' Appeals and other adverse action appeals. Note: These files constitute a Privacy Act system of records only to the extent that personally identifying information about an individual is in fact retrieved from the files by use of the individual's name or other personal identifier. Generally, information in litigation files is retrieved by reference to the case name or number. In those instances where the case name or number is not the personal identifier of an individual, the file does not constitute a Privacy Act system of records. Categories of records in the system: (a) Formal pleadings and memoranda of law; (b) excerpts from disciplinary or adverse action files and other relevant documents; (c) miscellaneous notes and case analyses prepared by Postal Service advocates; and (d) correspondence and telephone records. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 409(d). Purpose(s): This information is used to provide advice and representation to the Postal Service. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 2. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: Name of litigant(s). Safeguards: Folders containing paper documents are kept in lockable filing cabinets within secured buildings or areas under the general scrutiny of authorized personnel. Computer terminals are located in a secured area, and access is restricted to personnel having an official need. Retention and disposal: Destroy 7 years from date of final decision. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to determine whether this system of records contains information about them should write to the System Manager and provide their name, case number, if known, and the approximate date the action was instituted. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action, determination, or finding. Record source categories: (a) Employees involved in Veterans Appeals and other adverse action appeals; (b) Counsel(s) or other representative(s) for parties in administrative litigation other than Postal Service; (c) Other individuals involved in appeals. Source documents include the formal case file, investigative reports, and other records relevant to the case. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 120.240 System name: Personnel Records--Garnishment Case Files, 120.240. System location: Finance Offices within USPS facilities and the Minneapolis, Postal Data Center. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Employees whose wages are garnished to satisfy a financial obligation. Categories of records in the system: Employee name, social security number, address, employing facility, name and address of the recipient of the deduction, amount of the debt and deduction, and other data relevant to the garnishment of an employee's wages in payment of alimony, child support, or commercial debts, or state or local tax levies. Records within case files may also include notices to employee of the intent to withhold wages, court orders, worksheets for calculating or processing garnishments, and other correspondence/documents relating to the indebtedness. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 409(d). Purpose(s): To process garnishment of a postal employee's wages to satisfy a debt related to child support, alimony, a commercial obligation, or a state or local tax levy. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper documents and computer tape/disk. Retrievability: Employee name. Safeguards: Paper and automated records are subject to controlled access. Retention and disposal: Postal Data Center records are maintained for six months after the debt is satisfied or cancelled; Post Office records are maintained for 3 years after the debt is satisfied or cancelled. Paper records are shredded and computer tape/disk records are erased at the end of retention period. System manager(s) and address: Assistant Postmaster General, Department of the Controller, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-5010. Notification procedure: Employees wishing to know whether this system of records contains information about them should submit requests to the facility head where employed. Headquarters employees should submit requests to the System Manager. Inquiries should include the employee's full name and case number, if known. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: The indebted employee, court related documents, and other records relating to the debt. USPS 130.010 System name: Philately--Benjamin Franklin Stamp Club Coordinators and Project Leaders List, 130.010. System location: Philatelic and Retail Services Department Headquarters, and Philatelic Sales Division, Merrifield, VA. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Adult Coordinators of Stamp Clubs for youth groups. Categories of records in the system: Name and address of club coordinators. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401.404. Purpose(s): To be used as an adjunct to a philatelic program by Sectional Center personnel, Division personnel, and individual postmasters as follows: 1. Assisting coordinators in forming stamp Clubs; 2. Making contact with Clubs to assist in program presentation and USPS cooperation at stamp shows and philatelic exhibits; 3. Responding to philatelic information requests; 4. Determining USPS needs for films, graphics, and publications related to philately; and 5. Mailing newsletters to Stamp Club coordinators. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Computer tape/disk. Retrievability: Name of individual and ZIP Code within the club or stamp group with which the individual is associated. Safeguards: Computer media are stored in a fire resistant and secured facility with controlled access. Retention and disposal: Records are maintained on a year-to-year basis subject to reverification each year. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Philatelic and Retail Services Department, Washington, DC 20260- 6700. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the System Manager. Inquiries should contain full name, address, and the club or stamp group with which the requester is associated. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from the individual to which the record refers. USPS 130.020 System name: Philately--Educators Stamp Fun Mailing Lists, 130.020. System location: Philatelic and Retail Services Department, Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Elementary school teachers in schools around the country. Categories of records in the system: Teacher's name, address of school, number of students in the school, number of known stamp collectors in the school, existence of a stamp club. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 USC 401, 404. Purpose(s): To be used by the Office of Stamps to mail periodic issues of ``Stamp Fun'' and related materials. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Magnetic tape. Retrievability: Coding number or school teacher's name. Safeguards: Controlled access to data. Retention and disposal: Indefinitely with annual updates. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Philatelic and Retail Services Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-6700. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the above SYSTEM MANAGER. Inquiries should include full name and name and address of school. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Return responses from national mailing of ``Stamp Fun.'' USPS 130.040 System name: Philately--Postal Product Sales and Distribution, 130.040. System location: Philatelic and Retail Services Department, Headquarters; Communications Department, Headquarters; and at a contractor site. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Customers who have initiated correspondence by (1) responding to various philatelic and other USPS sponsored (e.g., Olympic) product sales promotion programs by submitting order forms, business reply cards, or cut outs from posters and promotional literature, (2) providing postal clerks with name and address information to receive future product announcements, (3) opening subscription accounts for products, or (4) requesting products in unsolicited correspondence, such as letters. Categories of records in the system: Customers/subscriber name and account number, address, funds on deposit, remittance type and amount order/product specifications, order history, credit card payment information; special lists identifying individuals who have submitted bad checks, and special service customers/subscribers, and individuals who have registered multiple service complaints; and customer name with date and amount of claim submitted for merchandise that was defective, not received, etc. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 404. Purpose(s): (1) To operate a subscription service or services for customers who remit money for a particular product or products; (2) to maintain a file to send product announcements and sales literature to customers or subscribers; (3) to serve, as a source for statistical data for research and market analysis, billing and inventory data, and mailing basis for product shipment; and (4) to identify discrete groups of customers/subscribers for better order control and service. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Original typed or handwritten form, or microform, and on magnetic tape or disk and computer printouts. Retrievability: Customer/subscriber name and number, if assigned. Safeguards: Paper and microform records are maintained in closed filing cabinets under general scrutiny of program personnel. Information on magnetic tape and disk is protected by ADP physical security, technical software and administrative security or by contractors providing similar protection subject to the audit and inspection of the USPS Inspection Service. Retention and disposal: ADP and microform records are maintained for three years after the individual has failed to make a purchase or has indicated no other interest. ADP records are obliterated after their period of usefulness; microform records are incinerated. Correspondence and other paper documents are retained for 3 years and then destroyed by shredding. System manager(s) and address: USPS Headquarters, APMG, Philatelic and Retail Services Department, 475 L Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-6700. USPS Headquarters, APMG, Communications Department, 475 L Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-3100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the System Manager above. Inquiries should contain full name and address. Record access procedure: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained directly from the individual as is described in ``Categories of Individuals Covered by the System'' above. USPS 130.050 System name: Philately--United States Postal Service Olympic Pen Pal Club, 130.050. System location: Office of Olympic Marketing, Communications Department, Headquarters; and at a contractor site. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Children, both United States and foreign, who register to join the United States Postal Service Olympic Pen Pal Club. Categories of records in the system: Information identifying Pen Pal Club registrants that includes name, home address, gender, and date of birth; payment information (including credit card); and registrant profile data (without personal identifiers). Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 404. Purpose(s): 1. To make a computerized matchup of children who register to become pen pals; 2. To maintain a file to send philatelic and Olympic-related promotional and informational materials; and 3. To serve as a source for statistical data for philatelic research and market analysis. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: 1. Records from this system may be disclosed to another Pen Pal Club registrant with whom a record subject has been matched as a pen pal. 2. Records from this system may be disclosed to the Department of Justice or to other counsel representing the Postal Service, or may be disclosed in a proceeding before a court or adjudicative body before which the Postal Service is authorized to appear, when (a) the Postal Service; or (b) any postal employee in his or her official capacity; or (c) any postal employee in his or her individual capacity whom the Department of Justice has agreed to represent; or (d) the United States when it is determined that the Postal Service is likely to be affected by the litigation, is a party to litigation or has an interest in such litigation, and such records are determined by the Postal Service or its counsel to be arguably relevant to the litigation, provided, however, that in each case, the Postal Service determines that disclosure of the records is a use of the information that is compatible with the purpose for which it was collected. This routine use specifically contemplates that information may be released in response to relevant discovery and that any manner of response allowed by the rules of the forum may be employed. 3. When the Postal Service becomes aware of an indication of a violation or potential violation of law, whether civil, criminal or regulatory in nature, and whether arising by general statute or particular program statute, or by regulation, rule or order issued pursuant thereto, or in response to the appropriate agency's request upon a reasonable belief that a violation has occurred, the relevant records may be referred to the appropriate agency, whether Federal, State, local, or foreign, charged with the responsibility of investigating or prosecuting such violation or charged with enforcing or implementing the statute, rule, regulation, or order issued pursuant thereto. 4. Disclosure may be made to a congressional office from the record of an individual in response to an inquiry from the congressional office made at the prompting of that individual. 5. Records or information from this system may be disclosed to an expert, consultant, or other person who is under contract to the Postal Service to fulfill an agency function, but only to the extent necessary to fulfill that function. This may include disclosure to any person with whom the Postal Service contracts to reproduce, by typing, photocopy or other means, any record for use by Postal Service officials in connection with their official duties or to any person who performs clerical or stenographic functions relating to the official business of the Postal Service. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Computer media storage and paper. Paper records consisting of registrant forms or registrant lists submitted by foreign postal administrations will be kept only until the information is entered into the database. Retrievability: Club member's name. Safeguards: Hardcopy records are maintained in a secured environment with access limited to those persons who official duties require such access. When entered into the computer, individually identified data is kept separate from profile data used for analysis. Access to automated records is restricted by authorized user identification codes. Information on computer storage media maintained at a contractor site is protected by ADP physical security, technical software, and administrative security subject to the audit and inspection of the USPS Inspection Service. Retention and disposal: ADP records are maintained for two years after the individual has become a member of the Pen Pal Club. After that time, the records are erased. Correspondence and other paper documents are retained for two years and then destroyed by shredding or burning. System manager(s) and address: USPS Headquarters, APMG, Communications Department, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-3100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the System Manager. Inquiries should contain name and address. Record access procedure: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedure: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is furnished by record subjects registering for membership in Pen Pal Club and by foreign postal administrations. USPS 140.020 System name: Postage--Postage Meter Records, 140.020. System location: Post Offices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Postage meter users. Categories of records in the system: Customer name and address, postal facility setting the meter, license number, date of issuance; license application, and transaction documents. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 404. Purpose(s): To enable responsible administration of postage meter activities. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: To disclose identity and address of meter user and identity of agent or user to any member of the public upon request. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed forms and computer tape/disk. Retrievability: Customer name and by numeric file of postage meters. Safeguards: Paper records and computer storage media are maintained in closed file cabinets in secured facilites; automated records are protected by computer password. Retention and disposal: Records are maintained for 1 year after final entry or the duration of the license and then destroyed by shredding. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Rates and Classification Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-5300. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the local postmaster from which license was obtained, supplying name and meter number. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from the individual and officials making entries to reflect activities. USPS 150.010 System name: Records and Information Management Records-- Information Disclosure Accounting Records, 150.010. System location: Records Officer, USPS Headquarters, and Records Custodians at all USPS facilities. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Individuals who submit inquiries and requests for information (many of which are made pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act) about the general activities of the Postal Service. Note.--This system may contain inquiries and requests regarding information contained in other USPS systems of records that are subject to the Privacy Act. As a result, information about individuals from other systems may, when appropriate, become part of this system. Categories of records in the system: Name and address of requester, request letters, referral letters, internal memoranda, response letters, and copies of records requested. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 412, 5 U.S.C. 552; Pub. L. 93-502. Purpose(s): To enable records custodians to respond to requests from members of the public for USPS records, and to comply with the reporting requirements of the FOIA. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records or information may be provided to any source from which the USPS requests additional information (to the extent necessary to identify the requesting individual, inform the source of the purpose of the request, or to identify the type of information requested), where necessary to obtain information relevant to the USPS' disclosure determination under the FOIA. 2. Records or information may be provided to the originating Federal agency in connection with a referral of an FOIA request to that agency for its disclosure determination. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders. Response letters may also be temporarily stored on magnetic disk in automated office equipment. Abbreviated or summarized information may be stored in automated equipment. Retrievability: Chronologically by year and alphabetically by name of the requester except, in those instances where a requester has made his request through an attorney or agent. In the latter case, the name of the attorney or agent might appear as the requester. Safeguards: Case files and magnetic disks are stored in lockable file cabinets. Computer access is restricted by the use of passwords. Access to all storage media is limited to personnel whose official duties require access. Retention and disposal: Records maintained by custodians and the Records Office are disposed of 6 years from date of final response to requester. (Files may be transferred to USPS General Counsel (FOIA Appeals Officer) upon request. When this is done, files may become a part of the Appeals Case Files--see USPS 150.015.) System manager(s) and address: Postal Service Records Officer, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260- 5010. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the Custodian at the facility where request was sent. Inquiries should contain the full name of the person who submitted the request, or the name of the attorney who submitted the request on the person's behalf, and the date of the request. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Individuals and their attorneys who submit information/records requests; USPS officials who respond to the requests; Other sources whom the USPS believes have information pertinent to a decision on the request; Other agencies referring requests to the USPS; and pertinent records responsive to the request. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 150.015 System name: Records and Information Management Records--Freedom of Information Act Appeals and Litigation Records, 150.015. System location: General Administrative Law Division, Law Department, USPS Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: The system encompasses all individuals who submit administrative appeals or bring suit against the Postal Service under the Freedom of Information Act on account of denials of access to records maintained by the Postal Service. Note.--This system may contain inquiries and requests regarding information contained in other USPS systems of records that are subject to the Privacy Act. As a result, information about individuals from other systems may, when appropriate, become part of this system. Note: These files constitute a Privacy Act system of records only to the extent that personally identifying information about an individual is in fact retrieved from the files by use of the individual's name or other personal identifier. Generally, information in litigation files is retrieved by reference to the case name or number. In those instances where the case name or number is not the personal identifier of an individual, the file does not constitute a Privacy Act system of records. Categories of records in the system: This system contains correspondence and other documents related to administrative appeals made by individuals to the General Counsel for information under the provisions of the FOIA (5 U.S.C. 552) including copies of appeal letters, appeal decisions, initial request and decision letters, internal memoranda, referral letters, and copies of records requested under the FOIA. Litigation case files may contain the aforementioned types of records as well as pleadings, memoranda of law, notes and case analyses prepared by attorneys and other personnel, and other documents incidental to the litigation. Authority for maintenance of the system: 5 U.S.C. 552. Purpose(s): To enable the General Counsel to carry out his duties as appellate authority, to assist in the representation of the Postal Service in FOIA-related litigation, and to comply with the reporting requirements of the FOIA. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records or information may be provided to the Department of Justice for its coordination of responses to requests for information, and to prepare reports required by 5 USC 552(d). 2. Records or information may be provided to a Federal agency in order to obtain advice and recommendation concerning matters on which the agency has specialized experience or particular competence that may be useful to the USPS in making required determinations under the FOIA. 3. Records or information may be provided to any source from which the USPS requests additional information (to the extent necessary to identify the requesting individual, inform the source of the purpose of the request, or to identify the type of information requested), where necessary to obtain information relevant to the USPS' disclosure determination under the FOIA. 4. Records or information may be provided to the originating Federal agency in connection with a referral of an FOIA request to that agency for its disclosure determination. 5. Appeal decision letters may be made available for public inspection and copying. 6. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 7. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state, or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Appeal and litigation case records are stored in paper folders. Appeal decision letters are also stored in binders and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment, and are maintained for public inspection in the Headquarters Library. Abbreviated or summarized information is stored on index cards and in automated equipment. Retrievability: Chronologically by year; numerically by appeal number; and alphabetically, by name of the requester except in those instances where a requester has an appeal filed on his behalf by an attorney or agent. In the latter case, the name of the attorney or agent might appear as the requester appellant. Litigation case records are retrieved by the style of the civil action. Safeguards: Appeal and litigation case files are stored in lockable file cabinets under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Access is limited to personnel whose official duties require access. Library copies of appeal decision letters are available for public inspection. Access to computer data is restricted to personnel having an official need for access. Retention and disposal: Appeal decision letters are retained indefinitely. Appeal and litigation case files are retained for ten years following the date of the final agency decision, or ten years following the final adjudication in case of a civil suit, whichever is applicable. Records are destroyed by shredding, burning, or the equivalent. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, USPS National Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-1100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to determine whether this system of records contains information about them should write to the System Manager and provide the following information: The name of the person who submitted the appeal, or the name of the attorney who submitted the appeal on the person's behalf, and the year in which the appeal was made; or, when applicable, the name of the plaintiff in the civil action and the year in which the civil action was filed. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action, determination, or finding. Record source categories: Individuals and their attorneys who submit FOIA requests and appeals; USPS officials who respond to FOIA requests; Other sources whom the USPS believes have information pertinent to a decision on the FOIA request or appeal; Other agencies referring requests to the USPS; and pertinent records from other USPS systems of records. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 150.020 System name: Records and Information Management Records-- Information Disclosure Accounting Records (Privacy Act), 150.020. System location: Records Officer, USPS Headquarters and records Custodians at all USPS facilities. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Any USPS employee or citizen who makes an inquiry or request for information or amendment of a record subject to the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a). Note.--This system may contain inquiries and requests regarding information contained in other USPS systems of records that are subject to the Privacy Act. As a result, information about individuals from other systems may, when appropriate, become part of this system. Categories of records in the system: Name and address of inquirer, other personal identifying information such as social security number and date of birth, request letters, referral letters, internal memoranda, response letters, accountings of disclosures, and copies of records at issue. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401; 5 U.S.C. 552a. Purpose(s): To enable records custodians to respond to requests from employees or members of the public for records the USPS maintains pursuant to the provisions of the Privacy Act, and to comply with reporting requirements of that Act. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records or information may be provided to any source from which the USPS requests additional information (to the extent necessary to identify the requesting individual, inform the source of the purpose of the request, or to identify the type of information requested), where necessary to obtain information relevant to a USPS decision concerning a Privacy Act request. 2. Records may be disseminated to a Federal agency which originally furnished the records for the purpose of permitting a decision as to access or correction to be made by that agency, or for the purpose of consulting with that agency as to the propriety of access or correction. 3. Records or information may be disseminated to any appropriate Federal, State, local, foreign agency or other appropriate source for the purpose of verifying the accuracy of information that is the subject of an individual's request for amendment or correction. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders. Response letters may also be temporarily stored on magnetic disk in automated office equipment. Abbreviated or summarized information may be stored in automated equipment. Retrievability: Chronologically by year and alphabetically by name of the requester except, in those instances where a requester has made his request through an attorney or agent. In the latter case, the name of the attorney or agent might appear as the requester. Safeguards: Case files and magnetic disks are stored in lockable file cabinets. Computer access is restricted by the use of passwords. Access to all storage media is limited to personnel whose official duties require access. Retention and disposal: Request letters and related correspondence are retained for two years. Accountings of disclosures are retained for five years or the life of the disclosed record, whichever is longer. All records are destroyed by burning or shredding. System manager(s) and address: Postal Service Records Officer, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260- 5010. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the Custodian at the facility where request was sent. Inquiries should contain the full name of the person who submitted the request, or the name of the attorney who submitted the request on the person's behalf, and the date of the request. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Individuals and their attorneys who submit amendment/records requests; USPS officials who respond to the requests; Other sources whom the USPS believes have information pertinent to a decision on the request; Other agencies referring requests to the USPS; and pertinent records responsive to the request. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 30 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 150.025 System name: Records and Information Management Records--Privacy Act Appeals and Litigation Records, 150.025. System location: General Administrative Law Division, Law Department, USPS Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: The system encompasses all individuals who submit administrative appeals or bring suit against the Postal Service pursuant to the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974. Note.--This system may contain inquiries and requests regarding information contained in other USPS systems of records that are subject to the Privacy Act. As a result, information about individuals from other systems may, when appropriate, become part of this system. Categories of records in the system: The system contains correspondence and other documents related to administrative appeals made by individuals to the General Counsel under the provisions of the Privacy Act (5 U.S.C. 552a), including copies of appeal letters, appeal decisions, initial request and decision letters, internal memoranda, referral letters, and copies of the records at issue. Litigation case files may contain the aforementioned types of records as well as pleadings, memoranda of law, notes and case analyses prepared by attorneys and other personnel, and other documents incidental to the litigation. Authority for maintenance of the system: 5 U.S.C. 552a. Purpose(s): To enable the General Counsel to carry out his duties as appellate authority, to assist in the representation of the Postal Service in Privacy Act litigation, and to comply with reporting requirements. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records or information may be provided to the Department of Justice for its coordination of responses to requests for information and to prepare reports required by 5 U.S.C. 552a(p). 2. Records or information may be provided to a Federal agency in order to obtain advice and recommendation concerning matters on which the agency has specialized experience or particular competence that may be useful to the USPS in making required determinations under the Privacy Act. 3. Records or information may be provided to any source from which the USPS requests additional information (to the extent necessary to identify the requesting individual, inform the source of the purpose of the request, or to identify the type of information requested), where necessary to obtain information relevant to a USPS decision concerning a Privacy Act request. 4. Records may be disseminated to a Federal agency which originally furnished the records for the purpose of permitting a decision as to access or correction to be made by that agency, or for the purpose of consulting with that agency as to the propriety of access or correction. 5. Records or information may be disseminated to any appropriate Federal, State, local, foreign agency or other appropriate source for the purpose of verifying the accuracy of information that is the subject of an individual's request for amendment or correction. 6. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 7. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Appeal and litigation case records are stored in paper folders. Appeal decision letters are also stored in binders and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Abbreviated or summarized information is stored on index cards and in automated equipment. Retrievability: Chronologically by year; numerically by appeal number; and alphabetically by name of the requester except in those instances where a requester has an appeal filed on his behalf by an attorney or agent. In the latter case, the name of the attorney or agent might appear as the requester appellant. Litigation case records are retrieved by the style of the civil action. Safeguards: Appeal and litigation case files are stored in lockable file cabinets under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Access to paper records and to computer data is limited to personnel whose official duties require access. Retention and disposal: Appeal decision letters are retained indefinitely. Appeal and litigation case files are retained for ten years following the date of the final agency decision, or ten years following the final adjudication in case of a civil suite, whichever is applicable. Records are destroyed by shredding, burning, or the equivalent. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-1100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to determine whether this system of records contains information about them should write to the System Manager and provide the following information: The name of the person who submitted the appeal, or the name of the attorney who submitted the appeal on the person's behalf, and the year in which the appeal was made; or, when applicable, the name of the plaintiff in the civil action and the year in which the civil action was filed. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--The amendment provisions for this system are not intended to permit an individual a second opportunity to request amendment of a record which was the subject of the initial Privacy Act amendment request merely because the record has been incorporated into this system as a result of the appeal process. That is, after an individual has requested amendment of a specific record in a USPS system under provisions of the Privacy Act, that specific record may itself become part of this system of case records. An individual may not subsequently request amendment of that specific record again simply because a copy of the record has become part of the second system of records. Generally, review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action, determination, or finding. Record source categories: Individuals and their attorneys who submit Privacy Act requests and appeals; USPS officials who respond to Privacy Act requests; Other sources whom the USPS believes have information pertinent to a decision on the Privacy Act request or appeal; Other agencies referring requests to the USPS; Pertinent records from other USPS systems of records. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 150.030 System name: Records and Information Management Records-- Computer Logon ID Records, 150.030. System location: Computer logon ID records are maintained at all postal facilities and certain contractor sites that access USPS computers. However, primary postal ADP sites are the Postal Data Centers, the National Information Systems Support Center in Raleigh, NC, the Address Information Center in Memphis, TN, the National Test Administration Center in Alexandria, VA, and the Materiel Distribution Centers in Topeka, KS and Somerville, NJ. In addition, these records are part of a database of an internal computer security package that uses them in conjunction with rules to control access. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Users of USPS computer systems who sign on with a computer logon ID. These are primarily USPS employees (including temporary and casual) and contractor employees, but may include nonpostal persons. Categories of records in the system: Requests for computer access and for computer logon ID and other access control records. These records contain identifying user information such as name, Social Security Number, job title, BA Code, work telephone number and address; employing facility finance number; the name of the data or application systems the user may access, and the level of access granted; user screening and/or security clearances; verification of status of contractor employee; and approvals by ADP security personnel. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401; Pub. L. 100-235, Computer Security Act of 1987. Purpose(s): To assign computer logon IDs by which access to data and/or files on computer systems is limited to authorized persons through the use of computer security access control products. Used by computer security officers in determining various schemes and control of user computer logon IDs; as a positive user identifier in resolving access problems by phone; and by Postal Inspectors and authorized personnel in auditing compliance with access rules. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper records that include preprinted forms and lists. Summary information from paper records is stored on magnetic disks or tapes in ADP equipment. Retrievability: Name, logon ID, and Social Security Number of individual who has been assigned a computer logon ID. Safeguards: Hardcopy records are maintained within lockable filing cabinets under the general scrutiny of designated postal personnel (such as CSSOs) responsible for security of the ADP system to which they pertain. Access to automated records is restricted by authorized access code (password). Retention and disposal: Retained for one year after computer access privileges are cancelled and then destroyed by shredding (paper records) or deletion (automated records). System manager(s) and address: Assistant Postmaster General, Information Resource Management Department Headquarters, 475 L Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260- 4200. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility that manages the ADP system to which they have been given access. Inquiries should contain full name, Social Security Number, and logon ID. Headquarters employees should submit requests to: Assistant Computer Systems Security Officer, Office of Information Services Information Resource Management Department Headquarters, 475 L Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20260-1550. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is furnished by record subjects requesting access to computer files or data and a computer logon ID, and by postal personnel charged with ADP security responsibilities. USPS 160.010 System name: Special Mail Services--Insured and Registered Domestic Mail Inquiry and Application for Indemnity Records, 160.010. System location: Rates and Classification Department, Headquarters, Postal Data Center, St. Louis, MO, and Post Offices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Insured and registered domestic mail claimants/requesters, including mail senders and addressees. Categories of records in the system: Name and address of mail sender and addressee: Declaration of claimant/requester, and claim/inquiry status information. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 404. Purpose(s): To respond to inquiries on the status of domestic insured and registered mail, and to adjudicate claims related to such mail. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Handwritten and typed forms, computer readable media and printouts. Retrievability: Claimant/requester's name, mailer's name, date of mailing, and registered article number; or claim number, date of mailing, mailer's name, and insured article number. Safeguards: Handwritten and typed forms are maintained in steel file cabinets with use limited to claims personnel. Computer readable media are stored in protected areas, and access to the media is confined to authorized data processing personnel. Retention and disposal: Domestic inquiries are maintained for two years. Claim records are maintained for one year at St. Louis Postal Data Center and then transferred to the Federal Records Center and maintained for another three years. All records are destroyed by shredding. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Rates and Classification Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-5300. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility where the insured or registered domestic claim was filed. If claim has been filed, inquiry should include claim number, (if insured mail), date of claim, insured or registered number of article mailed, and the date of mailing. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information from the individual completing the claim/inquiry form. USPS 160.020 System name: Special Mail Services--Insured and Registered Ordinary International Mail Inquiry and Application for Indemnity Records, 160.020. System location: Rates and Classification Department, USPS Headquarters; Postal Data Center, St. Louis, MO; and International Claims and Inquiries Offices in New York, New Orleans and San Francisco. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Insured and registered international mail claimants requesters, including mail senders and addressees, declaration of claimants requesters, and claim/inquiry status information. Categories of records in the system: Name, address, and description of claim. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 404: Purpose(s): To respond to inquiries regarding international mail, and to adjudicate insured and registered international mail claims. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. To refer an international mail inquiry or claim to the appropriate foreign postal authority when required for resolution. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Handwritten and typed forms, computer readable media and printouts. Retrievability: Claimant/requester's name, case number, and registered or insured article number. Safeguards: Handwritten and typed forms are maintained in steel file cabinets with use limited to claims personnel. Computer readable media are stored in protected areas, and access to the media is confined to authorized data processing personnel. Retention and disposal: Destroy when 3 years old. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Rates and Classification Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-5300. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility where the insured or registered foreign mail claim was filed. If claim has been filed, inquiry should include claim number, date of claim, insured or registered number of article mailed. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Individual completing the claim/inquiry form. USPS 160.030 System name: Special Mail Services--Express Mail Service Insurance Claims for Loss, Delay and Damage, 160.030. System location: St. Louis Postal Data Center, St. Louis, MO; International Claims and Inquiries Office, New York, NY; post offices. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Express Mail claimants (mailers or addressees). Categories of records in the system: Name and address of mailer and addressee, description of contents mailed, amount claimed, receipts of mailing and delivery, and other documentation supporting the claim and its adjudication. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 404. Purpose(s): To adjudicate Express Mail claims for loss, delay and damage. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: In file cabinets in original typed, handwritten, copied or printed form; and on computer-readable media. Retrievability: EMS item number, date of mailing, name of sender, and country of destination (for international items). Safeguards: Maintained in steel file cabinets by post office Express Mail Marketing personnel and by Claims Personnel in the Rates and Classification Department and the International Claims and Inquiries Office. Computer-readable media are stored in protected areas having controlled access. Retention and disposal: PDC records are retained for two years. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Rates and Classification Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-5300. Notification procedure: Claimants wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the SYSTEM MANAGER. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: The claimant or designated representative. USPS 170.010 System name: Operations Data Collection Systems--Workload/ Productivity Management Records, 170.010. System location: Various facilities maintaining such records. Categories of individuals covered by the system: USPS employees and contract employees. Categories of records in the system: Records within this system may include employee's name, Social Security Number, work location, pay location, work hours, overtime status, lunch times, leave information, telephone number, home address, job skills, seniority number; mail volume, machine utilization, error rates, productivity goal data; project number, project name, name of customer contact, estimated completion date, estimated resources, actual contact, and general remarks about the development of the project. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 404. Purpose(s): (1) To provide management with information concerning employee availability and work hours, mail volume status, productivity rates, equipment usage and maintenance, quality control, inventories, and other data needed for scheduling daily workloads and controlling production. (2) To determine and apportion time and costs by project or operation. (3) To provide management with essential information on the relationship between workloads and actual versus planned workhours. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements a, b, c, d, e, f, g, h, j, k, l, and m listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed forms, magnetic tape and disks. Retrievability: Employee name, employee Social Security Number, project number, pay period, project name. Safeguards: Access to these records is limited to those persons whose official duties require such access. Access to automated records is restricted by authorized access codes. Hardcopy records are maintained within lockable filing cabinets. Retention and disposal: In some cases, records are retained for one year and then automatically deleted from computer disks; paper files are destroyed by shredding. Some records are maintained on computer media beyond one year for historical and trend analyses. On some systems, information is updated on a real-time basis. System manager(s) and address: Vice President, Engineering Research and Development, United States Postal Service, 475 L'Enfant Plaza, Washington, DC 20260-7300 (Real- Time Productivity Management System). Vice President, Operations Support, United States Postal Service, 475 L'Enfant Plaza, Washington, DC 20260-5400 (Decision Support Information System). Other covered systems--the department or facility head where such records are required. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the department or facility head where employed at the time of reporting. Inquiries should contain full name, Social Security Number and project name and number (if applicable). Record access procedure: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity contained in 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: USPS 050.020; 120.070; employees; supervisors; mail processing equipment counts. USPS 190.010 System name: Litigation--Miscellaneous Civil Action and Administrative Proceeding Case Files, 190.010. System location: Law Department, Regional and National Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Individuals involved in litigation or formal administrative proceedings to which the USPS is a party or in which information or testimony is sought from Postal Service sources. This system includes only those litigation matters that are not specifically included in other Postal Service systems that cover particular litigation subject areas. Note.--These files constitute a Privacy Act system of records only to the extent that personally identifying information about an individual is in fact retrieved from the files by use of the individual's name or other personal identifier. Generally, information in litigation files is retrieved by reference to the case name or number; in those instances where the case name or number is not the personal identifier of an individual, the file does not constitute a Privacy Act system of records. Categories of records in the system: Formal pleadings, and briefs, investigative reports, exhibits and other documentary evidence, affidavits, discovery documents, decisions and orders, memoranda of law, miscellaneous notes and case analyses prepared by Postal Service attorneys and other personnel, correspondence and telephone records, and other relevant documents. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 204, 401, 409(d); 39 CFR Subchapter N. Purpose(s): This information is used to provide legal advice and representation to the Postal Service. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information contained in these records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 2. A record may be transferred, and information from it disclosed to any Federal agency as may be appropriate for the coordinated defense or prosecution of related litigation or the resolution of related claims or issues without litigation. 3. A record may be disclosed in a Federal, state, local, or foreign judicial or administrative proceeding in accordance with the procedures and practices governing such proceeding. 4. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: By case name or by case or docket number. Although case files may contain items of information about particular individuals, there is not necessarily a means for retrieving information about a particular individual by the individual's name or other personal identifier. Safeguards: Folders containing paper documents are kept in lockable filing cabinets under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Computer terminals and tape/disk files are located in a secured area, and access is restricted to personnel having an official need. Retention and disposal: Selected records are retained for as long as subject matter has value for reference and research purposes. All other records are retained in accordance with the applicable Postal Service Retention Schedule. Paper records are destroyed by shredding or burning, and computer tape/disk records are erased. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, USPS Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-1100. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to determine whether this system of records contains information about them should write to the System Manager and provide their name and current address, the case number and court of record, if known, the approximate date the action was instituted, and a brief description of the nature of the action. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. The right to access may be limited by various provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552a, including subsection (d)(5). Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action, determination, or finding. Record source categories: Individuals involved in the proceedings, their attorneys or other representatives, agency officials, law enforcement agencies, witnesses, and relevant records. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 190.020 System name: Litigation Records--National Labor Relations Board Administrative Litigation Case Files, 190.020. System location: Office of Labor Law, Law Department, National Headquarters and Office of Field Legal Services, Regions. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Employees who are charging parties in NLRB cases, or on whose behalf NLRB charges have been filed by a collective bargaining representative. Note: These files constitute a Privacy Act system of records only to the extent that personally identifying information about an individual is in fact retrieved from the files by use of the individual's name or other personal identifier. Generally, information in litigation files is retrieved by reference to the case name or number. In those instances where the case name or number is not the personal identifier of an individual, the file does not constitute a Privacy Act system of records. Categories of records in the system: (a) Formal pleadings and memoranda of law; (b) Other relevant documents, (c) Miscellaneous notes and case analyses prepared by Postal Service attorneys and personnel; (d) Correspondence and telephone records. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 409(d), 1208. Purpose(s): This information is used to provide legal advice and representation to the Postal Service. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 2. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. 3. A record may be transferred, and information from it disclosed to any Federal agency as may be appropriate for the coordinated defense or prosecution of related litigation or the resolution of related claims or issues without litigation. 4. A record may be disclosed in a Federal, State, local, or foreign judicial or administrative proceeding in accordanc with the procedures and practices governing such proceeding. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: By name of charging party or individual on whose behalf a charge has been filed or by NLRB case number. Safeguards: Case folders are kept in lockable filing cabinets within secured buildings or areas under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Computer terminals and tape/disk files are located in a secured area, and access is restricted to personnel having an official need. Retention and disposal: Selected records are maintained on an active basis until subject matter has no information value, and on inactive basis for an additional three years. All other records are maintained for five years. Paper records are shredded and computer tape/disk records are erased at the end of retention period. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260- 1100. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to determine whether this system of records contains information about them should write to the System Manager and provide their name, NLRB case number, if known, and approximate date the action was initiated. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action, determination, or finding. Record source categories: (a) Employee involved in NRLB cases; (b) Counsel(s) or other representative(s) for parties involved in the case other than the Postal Service; (c) The National Labor Relations Board and its General Counsel; (d) Other individuals involved in NRLB cases. Source documents include case files, investigative reports, and other relevant records. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 190.030 System name: Litigation Records--Employee & Labor Relations Court Litigation Case Files, 190.030. System location: Office of Labor Law, Law Department, National Headquarters. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Individuals involved in employee and labor relations litigation. Note: These files constitute a Privacy Act system of records only to the extent that personally identifying information about an individual is in fact retrieved from the files by use of the individual's name or other personal identifier. Generally, information in litigation files is retrieved by reference to the case name or number. In those instances where the case name or number is not the personal identifier of an individual, the file does not constitute a Privacy Act system of records. Categories of records in the system: (a) Pleadings in court cases; (b) Briefs and legal memoranda; (c) Correspondence and telephone messages; and (d) Other documents relevant to cases filed in the courts or compiled in contemplation that a case will be filed in the courts. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 409(d). Purpose(s): This information is used to provide legal advice and representation to the Postal Service. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 2. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. 3. A record may be transferred, and information from it disclosed to any Federal agency as may be appropriate for the coordinated defense or prosecution of related litigation or the resolution of related claims or issues without litigation. 4. A record may be disclosed in a Federal, State, local, or foreign judicial or administrative proceeding in accordanc with the procedures and practices governing such proceeding. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Case records are stored in paper folders and on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: By topic title or name of individual. Safeguards: Folders are kept in lockable filing cabinets within secured buildings or areas under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Computer terminals and tape/disk files are located in a secured area and access is restricted to personnel having an official need. Retention and disposal: Selected records are maintained on an active basis until subject matter has no information value, and on inactive basis for an additional three years. All other records are maintained for five years. Paper records are shredded and computer tape/disk records are erased at the end of retention period. System manager(s) and address: General Counsel, Law Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260- 1100. Notification procedure: Persons wishing to determine whether this system of records contains information about them should write to the System Manager and provide their name, case number, if known, and the approximate date the action was initiated. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6 Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action, determination, or finding. Record source categories: (a) Individuals involved in employee and labor relations matters; (b) Counsel(s) or other representative(s) for parties in an action other than the Postal Service; (c) Other individuals involved in this matter. Source documents include internal memoranda, court related documents, case files and other relevant records. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 200.010 System name: Non-Mail Monetary Claims--Relocation Assistance Claims, 200.010. System location: Facilities Department, Headquarters, and all Regional Facilities offices. Departments. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Owners and tenants of real property purchased or leased by the U.S. Postal Service. Categories of records in the system: Completed claim forms and other documents related to indemnifying occupants of property acquired by the U.S. Postal Service. Information within these documents include name and address of claimant, address of vacated dwelling, itemized expenses incurred in moving, interim renting, and replacement housing. Authority for maintenance of the system: Uniform Relocation and Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Pub. L. 91-646) and 39 U.S.C. 401. Purpose(s): This information is used to adjudicate claims for reimbursement of relocation expenses incurred by owners and tenants of real property acquired by the U.S. Postal Service. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. May be disclosed to a Federal compliance investigator for case or program review. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: In file cabinets in original, typed, printed, or handwritten form. Retrievability: Alphabetically by claimant name within project file. Safeguards: Maintained in locked file cabinets within the exclusive custody of Facilities Department management personnel. Retention and disposal: Records are retained for the life of the facility and then destroyed. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Facilities Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-6400. Notification procedure: Claimants wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the same facility to which they applied for relocation benefits. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from previous dwelling owner or tenant claimant and Postal Service claim reviewers and adjudicators. USPS 200.020 System name: Non-Mail Monetary Claims--Monetary Claims for Personal Property Loss or Damage involving Present or Former Employees, 200.020. System location: Employee Relations Department, Headquarters, and field facilities; Postal Data Center. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Employees (or their survivors or agents) making a claim for loss or damage to personal property while on duty. Categories of records in the system: Form or written claim of loss or damage, supporting documents such as bills, receipts, repair estimates, replacement estimates, and investigative reports. Data within documents may include employee name and address, date and description of loss or damage occurrence, insurance coverage and deductible, and amounts of claims. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 409(d). Purpose(s): To adjudicate employee claims for loss or damage to their personal property in connection with or incident to their postal employment duties. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper documents and computer tape/disk. Retrievability: By name of claimant. Safeguards: Folders containing paper documents are kept in locked filing cabinets under the general scrutiny of Postal Service attorneys. Computer terminals and tape/disk files are located in a secured area. Retention and disposal: Records are destroyed 3 years from date claim is adjudicated. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Employee Relations Department, Washington, DC 20260-4200. Notification procedure: Claimants wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the head of the facility where the claim was filed. Headquarters employees should submit their inquiries to the System Manager. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Claimants or their agents making monetary claims for loss or damage to personal property; witnesses; investigative sources, and insurance companies. USPS 200.030 System name: Non-Mail Monetary Claims--Tort Claim, Records, 200.030. System location: Claims Division, Law Department at Headquarters and regions, Postal Inspection Service, Division Headquarters, Post Offices and Postal Data Centers. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Persons involved in accidents as a result of postal operations or alleging money damages under the provisions of the Federal Tort Claims Act. Note: These files constitute a Privacy Act system of records only to the extent that personally identifying information about an individual is in fact retrieved from the files by use of the individual's name or other personal identifier. Generally, information in litigation files is retrieved by reference to the case name or number. In those instances where the case name or number is not the personal identifier of an individual, the file does not constitute a Privacy Act system of records. Categories of records in the system: Accident reports, tort claims filed, documentary evidence in support of tort claims administrative appeals, payment records, correspondence, locator cards, and papers pertaining to litigation arising out of tort claims. Litigation case files may contain the aforementioned types of records as well as summonses, lists of witnesses, witness statements, litigation reports, copies of processes and formal pleadings, briefs, supporting documents, notes and case analyses, correspondence, telephone records, and other documents related to the litigation. Authority for maintenance of the system: 28 U.S.C. 2671-80, 39 U.S.C. 409(c). Purpose(s): To be used by attorneys and other employees of the Postal Service to consider, settle and defend against tort claims made against the USPS under the Federal Tort Claims Act; to support effective program management by accident prevention and safety officers; and to provide pertinent information regarding safety, accidents and claims to equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and their insurers. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, L, and M listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. Records may be transferred to the Department of Justice, other governmental agencies, and other persons or entities involved in a claim against the Postal Service, including lessors, insurers, or other parties who may be jointly liable to the claimant or who may owe USPS a duty to defend, insure, indemnify or contribute, when appropriate, or for use in adjudication, civil litigation and criminal prosecution. 2. Disclosure may be made to provide members of the American Insurance Association Index System with certain information related to accidents and injuries. 3. Disclosure may be made to provide information to USPS accident prevention and safety officers. 4. Disclosure may be made to furnish information to insurance companies that have named the United States as an additional insured or coinsured party in liability insurance policies. 5. Disclosure may be made to provide information to equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and their insurers for claims considerations and possible improvement of equipment and supplies. 6. Disclosure may be made to respond to a subpoena duces tecum and other appropriate court order and summons. 7. May be disclosed to independent contractors retained by the Postal Service to provide advice in connection with the settlement or defense of claims filed against USPS. 8. Information contained in litigation records is public to the extent that the documents have been filed in a court or public administrative proceeding, unless the court or other adjudicative body has ordered otherwise. Such public information, including information concerning the nature, status and disposition of the proceeding, may be disclosed to any person, unless it is determined that release of specific information in the context of a particular case would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. 9. When considered appropriate, records in this system may be referred to a bar association or similar Federal, state, or local licensing or regulatory authority for possible disciplinary action. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Paper records kept in file folders and other suitable containers. Some information may also be stored on magnetic tape or disk in automated office equipment. Retrievability: Information may be retrieved by claimant's name or Postal Inspection Service case number. Litigation case files are retrieved by case name or name of plaintiff. Safeguards: Records are maintained in ordinary filing equipment under general scrutiny of postal personnel. Access to computer data is restricted to authorized personnel. Retention and disposal: a. Paid Claims and Disallowed Claims (Journal Cases and Litigation Case Files).-- Transfer to a Federal Records Center 2 years after final adjudication; destroy when 7 years old. b. Closed Case Files (Cases Where Claims Were Neither Allowed nor Disallowed)-- Transfer to a Federal Records Center when 2 years old; destroy when 5 years old. c. PDC Payment Records--Transfer to a Federal Records Center when 1 year old; destroy when 4 years old. d. Locator Cards--Destroy when 7 years old. System manager(s) and address: (1) General Counsel, Law Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-1100; (2) Chief Postal Inspector, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-2100. Notification procedure: Individuals wishing to determine whether this system of records contains information about them should write to the head of the facility where the claim was filed and provide full name and date and place of the occurrence that gave rise to the filing of a claim under the Federal Tort Claims Act. Inquiries regarding records maintained by the Inspection Service should be directed to the Chief Postal Inspector. Inquiries regarding records maintained by the Law Department should be directed to the General Counsel. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Note.--Review of requests seeking amendment of records which have previously been the subject of a judicial or quasi-judicial administrative action will be limited in scope. The amendment provisions of the Act are not intended to permit the alteration of evidence presented in the course of an adjudication, nor are they intended to provide a means for collaterally attacking the finality of a judicial or administrative decision. Review of requests for amendment of adjudicative records will be restricted to determining whether the records accurately reflect the action of the judicial or administrative body ruling on the case, and will not include a review of the merits of the action. Record source categories: Claimants and their attorneys, reports of postal employees involved in accidents, local police reports, Inspection Service investigative reports, American Insurance Association Index reports, and pertinent records from other USPS systems of records. Systems exempted from certain provisions of the act: Records or information in this system that have been compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding are exempt from individual access pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(5). In addition, the USPS has claimed exemptions from certain provisions of the Act for several of its other systems of records as permitted by 5 U.S.C. 552a(j) and (k). See 39 CFR 266.9. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those other systems are incorporated into this system, the exemptions applicable to the original primary system shall continue to apply to the incorporated records. USPS 210.010 System name: Contractor Records--Architect Engineers Selection Records, 210.010. System location: Facilities Department, regional Facilities Service Centers. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Professional Architect Engineers. Categories of records in the system: Information profile on individual's past experience and present qualifications in the field of providing architect engineering services. These profiles may include firm name and address, name of principals, personnel statistics, history of fee receipts, experience, and names of associate firms. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401 Purpose(s): To facilitate the review and assessment of the qualifications of architect-engineer firms which have potential for selection and award of a contract to perform architect-engineer services under a designated facility project. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Printed forms. Retrievability: State, city and name of individual or firm. Safeguards: Records access is limited to authorized personnel in the Facilities Department. Records are retained in filing receptacles in locked quarters and in a secured building facility. Retention and disposal: a. Architect-Engineer and Related Services Questionnaire, SF 254-- Destroy when 1 year old. b. Architect-Engineer and Related Services for Specific Projects, SF 255--When a contract is awarded, attach form to contract; otherwise, destroy when 1 year old. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Facilities Department, USPS Headquarters. Notification procedure: Any persons desiring information about this system of records should address their inquiries to the designated SYSTEM MANAGER and provide his name and project title. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Persons and firms interested in being considered for the negotiation and award of architect-engineer services contracts under the Major Facilities Program. USPS 210.020 System name: Contractor Records--Driver Screening System Assignment Records, 210.020. System location: Delivery, Distribution & Transportation Department, Headquarters postal facilities employing persons under a highway contract with the USPS; and Transportation Management Service Centers. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Persons under a highway contract with the USPS. Categories of records in the system: Contractor Employee Assignment Notifications and Personnel Questionnaires that include name, social security number, birthdate and place, address and employment history, driver's license number, date and type of assignment, route number, and highway contract to which assigned. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401. Purpose(s): To ascertain employees suitability for having an assignment requiring access to mail or postal premises under contract with the USPS. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, and L listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Originally typed, printed or handwritten form; magnetic tape and computer printed reports. Retrievability: Primarily by highway contract and postal locations serviced; secondarily, by individual's social security number and name. Safeguards: Through computerized codes and passwords, access is restricted to offices that are the authority for a specific contract and to only those post offices serviced by the contract. Retention and disposal: Records are held one year after the contract expires, or one year following an individual's employment termination with a company that has been awarded a highway contract. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Delivery, Distribution & Transportation Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-7100. Notification procedure: Contractors wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the Transportation Management Services Center Manager. Inquiries should contain full name and highway contract number. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: The contractor. USPS 210.030 System name: Contractor Records--Contractor Employee Fingerprint Records, 210.030. System location: Delivery, Distribution & Transportation Department, Headquarters; Regional Offices; and postal facilities having contract personnel. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Persons under contract with the USPS. Categories of records in the system: Fingerprint cards containing prospective contractor's name, social security number, address, date and place of birth, personal description characteristics, and fingerprints. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401. Purpose(s): To determine if a contractor employee has had a previous arrest record and to provide information to the Contracting Officer with regard to the USPS screening procedures. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, and L listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Other routine uses are as follows: 1. All USPS fingerprint charts are sent to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Original typed, printed or handwritten form. Retrievability: Contractor employee name. Safeguards: Maintained in locked file cabinets by Administrative Officials. Retention and disposal: Records are kept until employee leaves employment of USPS and then are destroyed 2 years later by shredding. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Delivery, Distribution & Transportation Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-7100. Notification procedure: Inquiries should be addressed to the Regional Postmaster General within the region where employed. Inquiries should contain full name and social security number. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Contractor employed by the USPS. USPS 220.010 System name: Marketing Records--Marketing Data Base Customer Records. System location: Marketing Department, USPS Headquarters; Marketing and Communications, Regions; Marketing/Customer Service, Divisions and MSCs. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Officers or employees of corporations, other business firms, and organizations that are volume users of postal services; USPS account representatives. Categories of records in the system: Organization names, addresses, and telephone numbers; size of firm; Standard Industrial Classification Code; officers of the organization or other contact persons; purchase records for USPS services; information on service or equipment needs; USPS account representatives and other postal employees serving the organization and calls made on the organization. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 403, 404. Purpose(s): To provide market information about business customers for USPS employees to use to sell postal products and services, assure account management, conduct research, plan new products and services, and otherwise make financial and operational decisions about the condition of the USPS. Specifically, this includes: 1. Assisting account representatives and other marketing and postal personnel in contacting and servicing customers and selling postal services. 2. Developing and conducting market research. 3. Targeting promotion campaigns, newsletters. 4. Testing new products and services. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, J, K, and L listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Magnetic tape or disks. Retrievability: Organization name, organization identification number, services purchased, Zip Code area, sales territory, USPS account representative, and Division/MSC. Safeguards: Computer records are subject to computer security procedures, including password access. Retention and disposal: Records are maintained for three years after final entry and then deleted from the data base. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Marketing Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-6300. Notification procedure: Customers wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the Division Field Director of Marketing and Communications for their geographic area. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Information is obtained from USPS business customers, statements of mailing and other USPS forms completed by the customer, commercial data bases, and account representatives' personal knowledge. USPS 220.020 System name: Marketing Records--Express Mail Service Customer Mailing List. System location: Marketing Department, USPS Headquarters, and its regional, divisional and sectional center marketing components. Categories of individuals covered by the system: Users of Express Mail service. Categories of records in the system: Names and addresses of users of Express Mail service. Authority for maintenance of the system: 39 U.S.C. 401, 403, 404. Purpose(s): To communicate information and updates concerning Express Mail service to current users of that service and to provide management with statistical data to analyze usage of and improve Express Mail service. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: General routine use statements A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, and J listed in the Prefatory Statement at the beginning of the Postal Service's published system notices apply to this system. Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, and disposing of records in the system: Storage: Computer storage media and hardcopy printouts. Retrievability: Name of user and ZIP Code. Safeguards: Records are kept in a secured area, with access limited to authorized marketing personnel; access to information in computer files is limited to personnel having an authorized computer password. Retention and disposal: The master computer file is maintained indefinitely and is updated annually. Hardcopy printouts are destroyed when updated printouts are generated. System manager(s) and address: APMG, Marketing Department, Headquarters, Washington, DC 20260-6300. Notification procedure: Customers wishing to know whether information about them is maintained in this system of records should address inquiries to the System Manager and supply their name and address. Record access procedures: Requests for access should be made in accordance with the Notification Procedure above and the USPS Privacy Act regulations regarding access to records and verification of identity set forth at 39 CFR 266.6. Contesting record procedures: See Notification and Record Access Procedures above. Record source categories: Express Mail mailing forms and labels, most of which collect information directly from the customer. List of U.S. Postal Service Facilities Referenced Herein. The address of each Postal Service facility to which requests may be sent (referred to in systems descriptions), other than post offices and the geographical area served, is provided below. The addresses of individual post offices are not provided because of their large number and because that information is available locally to all concerned individuals. The addresses of all Postal facilities, including locations in Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands are contained in THE NATIONAL FIVE-DIGIT ZIP CODE AND POST OFFICE DIRECTORY, Publication 65, STOCK NUMBER, 039- 000-00274-4, available for sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402-1575. Postmasters, upon request, will supply the addresses of the Management Sectional Centers and Division Offices to which they report. The following excerpt to addresses and areas serviced is provided for convenience of Privacy Act correspondents, and obviates the repetition in each notice. Postal service regional offices Regional Postmaster General, Central Region, 433 W. Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL 60699-0100. (States serviced: IL, MI, IN, HY, WY, MN, IA, MO, ND, SD, NE, KS, CO WY.) Regional Postmaster General, Eastern Region, PO Box 8601, Philadelphia, PA 19101-0100. (States serviced: VA, WV, MD, DE, PA, DC, and KY, NC, OH, SC and ZIP Code prefixes 420-424 and 476-477 in IN: and ZIP Code prefixes 080-084 in NJ.) Regional Postmaster General, Southern Region, 1407 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38166-0100. (States serviced: TN, AL, MS, TX, LA, GA, FL, OK, and AR.) Regional Postmaster General, Northeast Region, 6 Griffin Road North, Windsor, CT 06006-0100. (States serviced: RI, MA, NH, CT, NY, PR, VI, VT, ME and ZIP Code prefixes 070-079 and 085-089 in NJ.) Regional Postmaster General, Western Region, 850 Cherry Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94099-0100. (States serviced: CA, NV, HI, AK, WA, OR, MT, ID, UT, AZ, NM and ZIP Code prefixes 797-799 in TX and all Pacific Possessions and Trust Territory.) Inspection service Chief Postal Inspector, U.S. Postal Service, 475 L'Enfant Plaza West SW, Washington, DC 20260-2100. Training institute William F. Bolger Management Academy, 10000 Kentsdale Drive, Potomac, MD 20858-4320. National test administration center National Test Administration Center, U.S. Postal Service, Alexandria, VA 22314-4646. Bulk Mail Centers Atlanta, 1800 James Jackson Pky, NW, Atlanta, GA 30369-9998. Chicago, 7500 West Roosevelt Road, Forest Park, IL 60130-2211. Cincinnati, 3055 Crescentville Road, Cincinnati, OH 45235-9998. Dallas, 2400 Dallas-Ft. Worth Tpke., 75398-9998. Denver, 7755 East 58th Avenue, CO 80238-9997. Des Moines, 4000 NW, 109th Street, Des Moines, IA 50395-0001. Detroit, 17500 Oakwood Boulevard, Allen Park, MI 48101-2788. Greensboro, 3701 West Wendover Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27495-9998. Jacksonville, 7415 Commonwealth Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32099-9998. Kansas City, 4900 Speaker Road, Kansas City, KS 66106-1093. Los Angeles, 5555 Bandini Blvd., Avenue, Bell, CA 90201-9997. Memphis, 1921 Elvis Presley Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38136-9998. Minneapolis-St. Paul, 3165 South Lexington Avenue, St. Paul MN 55121- 2288. New Jersey, 80 County Road, Jersey City, NJ 07097-9998. Philadelphia, 1900 Byberry Road, Philadelphia, PA 19116-9997. Pittsburgh, PO Box 1000, Warrendale, PA 15095-1000. St. Louis, 5800 Phantom Drive, Hazelwood, MO 63042-2487. San Francisco, 2501 Rydin Road, Richmond, CA 94804-9998. Seattle, 34301 9th Ave. S. Federal Way, WA 98003-0500. Springfield, 190 Fiberloid Street, Springfield, MA 01151-1088. Washington, 9201 Edgeworth Drive, Capitol Heights, MD 20743-9997. PRIVACY ACT RULES POSTAL SERVICE Title 39-Postal Service Chapter I-United States Postal Service PART 266--PRIVACY OF INFORMATION Sec. 266.1 Purpose and scope. 266.2 Policy. 266.3 Responsibility. 266.4 Collection and disclosure of personal information. 266.5 Notification. 266.6 Procedures for requesting inspection and copying. 266.7 Procedures for requesting amendment. 266.8 Schedule of fees. 266.9 Exemptions. 266.10 Computer matching.7 Authority: 39 U.S.C. 401; 5 USC 552a. Source: 40 FR 45723, Oct. 2, 1975, unless otherwise noted. Sec. 266.1 Purpose and scope. This part is intended to protect individual privacy and affects all personal information collection and usage activities of the entire U.S. Postal Service. This includes the information interface of Postal Service employees to other employees, to individuals from the public at large, and to any private organization or governmental agency. Sec. 266.2 Policy. It is the policy of the U.S. Postal Service to insure that any record within its custody that identifies or describes any characteristic or provides historical information about an individual or that affords a basis for inferring personal characteristics, or things done by or to such individual, including the record of any affiliation with an organization or activity, or admission to an institution, is accurate, complete, timely, relevant, and reasonably secure from unauthorized access. Additionally, it is the policy to provide the means for individuals to know: (a) Of the existence of all Postal Service Privacy Act systems of records, (b) the recipients and usage made of such information, (c) what information is optional or mandatory to provide to the Postal Service, (d) the procedures for individuals to review and request update to all information about themselves, (e) the reproduction fees for releasing records, (f) the procedures for individual legal appeal in cases of dissatisfaction; and (g) of the establishment or revision of a computer matching program. [45 FR 44272, July 1, 1980; as amended at 59 FR 37160, July 21, 1994] Sec. 266.3 Responsibility. (a) Records Officer. The Records Officer will insure Postal Service- wide compliance to this policy. (b) Custodian. Custodians are responsible for adherence to this part within their respective units and in particular for affording individuals their rights to inspect and obtain copies of records concerning them. (c) Information System Executive. These managers are responsible for reporting to the Records Officer the existence or proposed development of Privacy Act systems of records. They also must report any change that would alter the systems description as published in the Federal Register. They establish the relevancy of information within those systems. (d) Data Integrity Board--(1) Responsibilities. The Data Integrity Board oversees Postal Service computer matching activities. Its principal function is to review, approve, and maintain all written agreements for use of Postal Service records in matching programs to ensure compliance with the Privacy Act and all relevant statutes, regulations, and guidelines. In addition, the Board annually reviews matching programs and other matching activities in which the Postal Service has participated during the preceding year to determine compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agreements; compiles a biennial matching report of matching activities; and performs review and advisement functions relating to records accuracy, recordkeeping and disposal practices, and other computer matching activities. (2) Composition. The Privacy Act requires that the senior official responsible for implementation of agency Privacy Act policy and the Inspector General serve on the Board. The Records Officer, as administrator of Postal Service Privacy Act policy, serves as Secretary of the Board and performs the administrative functions of the Board. The Board is composed of these and other members designated by the Postmaster General, as follows: (i) Vice President/Controller (Chairman). (ii) Chief Postal Inspector in his or her capacity as Inspector General. (iii) Vice President, Employee Relations. (iv) General Counsel. (v) Records Officer (Secretary). [40 FR 45723, Oct. 2, 1975, as amended at 45 FR 44272, July 1, 1980; 59 FR 37160, July 21, 1994]. Sec. 266.4 Collection and disclosure of personal information. (a) The following rules govern the collection of information about individuals throughout Postal Service operations: (1) The Postal Service will: (i) Collect, solicit and maintain only such information about an individual as is relevant and necessary to accomplish a purpose required by statute or Executive Order, (ii) Collect information, to the greatest extent practicable, directly from the subject individual when such information may result in adverse determinations about an individual's rights, benefits or privileges, (iii) Inform any individual who has been asked to furnish information about himself whether that disclosure is mandatory or voluntary, by what authority it is being solicited, the principal purposes for which it is intended to be used, the routine uses which may be made of it, and any penalties and specific consequences for the individual, which are known to the Postal Service, which will result from refusal to furnish it. (2) The Postal Service will not discriminate against any individual who fails to provide information about himself unless that information is required or necessary for the conduct of the system or program in which the individual desires to participate. (3) No information will be collected (or maintained) describing how individuals exercise rights guaranteed by the First Amendment unless the Postmaster General specifically determines that such information is relevant and necessary to carry out a statutory purpose of the Postal Service. (4) The Postal Service will not require individuals to furnish their Social Security account number or deny a right, privilege or benefit because of an individual's refusal to furnish the number unless it must be provided by Federal law. (b) Disclosures. (1) Disclosure: Limitations On. The Postal Service will not disseminate information about an individual unless reasonable efforts have been made to assure that the information is accurate, complete, timely and relevant and unless: (i) The individual to whom the record pertains has requested in writing that the information be disseminated, or (ii) It has obtained the prior written consent of the individual to whom the record pertains, or (iii) The dissemination is in accordance with paragraph (b)(2) of this section. (2) Dissemination of personal information may be made: (i) To a person pursuant to a requirement of the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552); (ii) To those officers and employees of the Postal Service who have a need for such information in the performance of their duties; (iii) For a routine use as contained in the system notices published in the Federal Register; (iv) To a recipient who has provided advance adequate written assurance that the information will be used solely as a statistical reporting or research record, and to whom the information is transferred in a form that is not individually identifiable; (v) To the Bureau of the Census for purposes of planning or carrying out a census or survey or related activity pursuant to the provisions of title 13, U.S. Code; (vi) To the National Archives of the United States as a record which has sufficient historical or other value to warrant its continued preservation by the United States Government, or for evaluation by the Administrator of General Services or his designee to determine whether the record has such value; (vii) To a person pursuant to a showing of compelling circumstances affecting the health or safety of an individual, if upon such disclosure notification is transmitted to the last known address of such individual; (viii) To a federal agency or to an instrumentality of any governmental jurisdiction within or under the control of the United States for a civil or criminal law enforcement activity, if such activity is authorized by law and if the head of the agency or instrumentality has made a written request to the Postal Service specifying the particular portion of the record desired and the law enforcement activity for which the record is sought; (ix) To either House of Congress or its committees or subcommittees to the extent of matter within their jurisdiction; (x) To the Comptroller General or any of his authorized representatives in the course of the performance of the duties of the General Accounting Office; (xi) Pursuant to the order of a court of competent jurisdiction. (3) Names and Addresses of Postal Customers. The disclosure of lists of names or addresses of Postal customers or other persons to the public is prohibited (39 U.S.C. 412). Names or addresses will be disclosed only in those cases permitted by 39 CFR 265.6(d) relating to the Release of Information. (4) Employee Credit References. A credit bureau or commercial firm from which an employee is seeking credit may be given the following information upon request: Grade, duty status length of service, job title, and salary. (5) Employee Job References. Prospective employers of a Postal employee or a former Postal employee may be furnished with the information in paragraph (b)(4) of this section, in addition to the date and reason for separation, if applicable. The reason for separation must be limited to one of the following terms: Retired, resigned, or separated. Other terms or variations of these terms (e.g., retired-- disability) may not be used. If additional information is desired, the requester must submit the written consent of the employee, and an accounting of the disclosure must be kept. (6) Computer matching purposes. Records from a Postal Service system of records may be disclosed to another agency for the purpose of conducting a computer matching program or other matching activity as defined in paragraphs (c) and (d) of Sec. 262.5, but only after a determination by the Data Integrity Board that the procedural requirements of the Privacy Act, the guidelines issued by the Office of Management and Budget, and these regulations as may be applicable are met. These requirements include: (i) Routine use. Disclosure is made only when permitted as a routine use of the system of records. The USPS Records Officer determines the applicability of a particular routine use and the necessity for adoption of a new routine use. (ii) Notice. Publication of new or revised matching programs in the Federal Register and advance notice to Congress and the Office of Management and Budget must be made pursuant to paragraph (f) of Sec. 266.5. (iii) Computer matching agreement. The participants in a computer matching program must enter into a written agreement specifying the terms under which the matching program is to be conducted (see Sec. 266.10). The Records Officer may require that other matching activities be conducted in accordance with a written agreement. (iv) Data Integrity Board approval. No record from a Postal Service system of records may be disclosed for use in a computer matching program unless the matching agreement has received approval by the Postal Service Data Integrity Board (see Sec. 266.10). Other matching activities may, at the discretion of the Records Officer, be submitted for Board approval. (c) Correction Disclosure. Any person or other agency to which a personal record has been or is to be disclosed shall be informed of any corrections or notations of dispute relating thereto affecting the accuracy, timeliness or relevance of that personal record. (d) Recording of Disclosure. (1) An accurate accounting of each disclosure will be kept in all instances except those in which disclosure is made to the subject of the record, or to Postal Service employees in the performance of their duties or is required by the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552). (2) The accounting will be maintained for at least five (5) years or the life of the record, whichever is longer. (3) The accounting will be made available to the individual named in the record upon inquiry, except for disclosures made pursuant to provision in paragraph (b)(2)(viii) of this section relating to law enforcement activities. [40 FR 45723, Oct. 2, 1975, as amended at 45 FR 44272, July 1, 1980; 58 FR 62036, Nov. 24, 1993; 59 FR 37160, July 21, 1994]. Sec. 266.5 Notification. (a) Notification of Systems. The following procedures permit individuals to determine the types of personal records systems maintained by the Postal Service. (1) Upon written request, the Postal Service will notify any individual whether a specific system named by him contains a record pertaining to him. See Sec. 266.6 for suggested form of request. (2) The Postal Service shall publish annually in the Federal Register a notice of existence and character of all personal systems of records. This notice will contain the following information: (i) Name and location of the system, (ii) Nature and purposes of the system, (iii) Categories of individuals on whom personal information is maintained and categories of personal information generally maintained in the system, (iv) Confidentiality requirements and the extent to which access controls apply to such information, (v) Postal Service policies and standards regarding the safeguarding and disclosure of information, information storage, duration of retention of information, and elimination of such information from the system, (vi) Routine uses made by the Postal Service of the personal information contained in the system, including the categories of users and the purpose of the use, (vii) Title and official address of the custodian, (viii) Procedures by which an individual can be informed if a system contains personal information pertaining to him, gain access to such information, and contest the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, relevance and necessity for retention of the information. (ix) Categories of sources of such personal information, (x) System status--either developmental or operational. (b) Notification of Disclosure. The Postal Service shall make reasonable efforts to serve notice on an individual before any personal information on such individual is made available to any person under compulsory legal process when such process becomes a matter of public record. (c) Notification of Amendment. (See Sec. 266.7 (b)(3) relating to amendment of records upon request.) (d) Notification of New Use. Any newly intended use of personal information maintained by the Postal Service will be published in the Federal Register thirty (30) days before such use becomes operational. Public views may then be submitted to the Records Officer. (e) Notification of Exemptions. The Postal Service will publish within the Federal Register its intent to exempt any system of records and shall specify the nature and purpose of that system. (f) Notification of computer matching program. The Postal Service publishes in the Federal Register and forwards to Congress and the Office of Management and Budget advance notice of its intent to establish, substantially revise, or renew a matching program, unless such notice is published by another participant agency. In those instances in which the Postal Service is the ``recipient'' agency, as defined in the Act, but another participant agency sponsors and derives the principal benefit from the matching program, the other agency is expected to publish the notice. The notice must be sent to Congress and OMB 40 days, and published at least thirty (30) days, prior to (1) initiation of any matching activity under a new or substantially revised program, or (2) expiration of the existing matching agreement in the case of a renewal of a continuing program. [40 FR 45724, Oct. 2, 1975; 40 FR 48512, Oct. 16, 1975, as amended at 45 FR 44272, July 1, 1980; 59 FR 37161, July 21, 1994] Sec. 266.6 Procedures for requesting inspection and copying. The purpose of this section is to provide procedures by which an individual may have access to personal information within a comprehensible format. (a) Submission of Requests-- (1) Manner of Submission. Inquiries regarding the contents of records systems or access to personal information should be submitted in writing to the custodian of the official record, if known, or to the Records Officer, United States Postal Service, Washington, DC 20260-5010. Inquiries should be clearly marked, ``Privacy Act Request''. Any inquiry concerning a specific system of records should provide the Postal Service with the information contained under ``Notification'' for that system as published in the Federal Register. If the information supplied is insufficient to locate or identify the record, the requester will be notified promptly and, if possible, informed of additional information required. If the requester is not a Postal Service employee, he should designate the post office at which he wishes to review or obtain copies of records. Amendment requests contest the relevance, accuracy, timeliness or completeness of the record and will include a statement of the amendment requested. (2) Third Party Inquiries. Anyone desiring to review or copy records pertaining to another person must have the written consent of that person. (3) Period for Response by Custodian. Upon receipt of an inquiry, the custodian will respond with an acknowledgement of receipt within ten (10) days. If the inquiry requires the custodian to determine whether a particular record exists, the inquirer shall be informed of this determination as a part of the acknowledgement letter. (b) Compliance with Request for Access-- (1) Notification of Time and Place for Inspection. When a requested record has been identified and is to be disclosed, the custodian shall ensure that the record is made available promptly and shall immediately notify the requester where and when the record will be available for inspection or copying. Postal Service records will normally be available for inspection and copying during regular business hours at the postal facilities at which they are maintained. The custodian may, however, designate other reasonable locations and times for inspection and copying of some or all of the records within his custody. (2) Identification of Requester. The requester must present personal identification sufficient to satisfy the custodian as to his identity prior to record review. Examples of sufficient identification are a valid driver's license, medicare card, and employee identification cards. (3) Responsibilities of Requester. The requester shall assume the following responsibilities regarding the review of official personal records: (i) Requester must agree not to leave Postal Services premises with official records unless specifically given a copy for that purpose by the custodian or his representative. (ii) Requester must sign a statement indicating he has reviewed a specific record(s) or category of record. (iii) Requester may be accompanied by a person he so chooses to aid in the inspection of information; however, requester must furnish the Postal Service with written authorization for such review in that person's presence. (4) Special Rules for Medical Records. A medical record shall be disclosed to the requester to whom it pertains unless, in the judgment of the medical officer, access to such record could have an adverse effect upon such individual. When the medical officer determines that the disclosure of medical information could have an adverse effect upon the individual to whom it pertains, the medical doctor will transmit such information to a medical doctor named by the requesting individual. (5) Limitations on Access. Nothing in this section shall allow an individual access to any information compiled in reasonable anticipation of a civil action or proceeding. Other limitations on access are those specifically addressed in Sec. Sec. 266.6(b)(4) and 266.9. (6) Response When Compliance Is Not Possible. A reply denying a written request to review a record shall be in writing signed by the custodian or other appropriate official and shall be made only if such a record does not exist or does not contain personal information relating to the requester, or is exempt from disclosure. This reply shall include a statement regarding the determining factors of denial, and the right to appeal the denial to the General Counsel. (c) Compliance With Request for Amendment. (1) Correct or eliminate any information that is found to be incomplete, inaccurate, not relevant to a statutory purpose of the Postal Service, or not timely and notify the requester when this action is complete, or (2) Not later than thirty (30) working days after receipt of a request to amend, notify the requester of a determination not to amend and of the requester's right to appeal, or to submit, in lieu of an appeal, a statement of reasonable length setting forth a position regarding the disputed information to be attached to the contested personal record. (d) Availability of Assistance in Exercising Rights. The USPS Records Officer is available to provide an individual with assistance in exercising rights pursuant to this part. [40 FR 45723, Oct. 2, 1975, as amended at 45 FR 44272, July 1, 1980]. Sec. 266.7 Procedures for requesting amendment. (a) Appeal Procedure. (1) If a request to inspect, copy, or amend a record is denied, in whole or in part, or if no determination is made within the period prescribed by this part, the requester shall appeal to the General Counsel, U.S. Postal Service, Washington, DC 20260-1100. (2) The requester should submit his appeal in writing within thirty (30) days of the date of denial, or within ninety (90) days of such request if the appeal is from a failure of the custodian to make a determination. The letter of appeal should include, as applicable: (i) Reasonable identification of the record access to which or the amendment of which was requested. (ii) A statement of the Postal Service action or failure to act and of the relief sought. (iii) A copy of the request, of the notification of denial and of any other related correspondence. (3) Any record found on appeal to be incomplete, inaccurate, not relevant, or not timely, shall within thirty (30) working days of the date of such findings be appropriately amended. (4) The decision of the General Counsel, constitutes the final decision of the Postal Service on the right of the requester to inspect, copy, change, or update a record. The decision on the appeal shall be in writing and in the event of a denial shall set forth the reasons for such denial and state the individual's right to obtain judicial review in a district court. An indexed file of decisions on appeals shall be maintained by the Records Officer. (b) Submission of Statement of Disagreement. If the final decision concerning a request for the amendment of a record does not satisfy the requester, any statement of reasonable length provided by that individual setting forth a position regarding the disputed information will be accepted and attached to the relevant personal folder. (c) Availability of Assistance in Exercising Rights. The USPS Records Officer is available to provide an individual with assistance in exercising rights pursuant this part. [40 FR 45723, Oct. 2, 1975, as amended at 41 FR 24709, June 18, 1976; 45 FR 44272, July 1, 1980; 51 FR 26386, Jul. 23, 1986] Sec. 266.8 Schedule of fees. (a) Policy. The purpose of this section is to establish fair and equitable fees to permit duplication of records for subject individuals (or authorized representatives) while recovering the full allowable direct costs incurred by the Postal Service. (b) Duplication. (1) For duplicating any paper or micrographic record or publication, or computer report, the fee is .15 per page, except that the first 100 pages furnished in response to a particular request shall be furnished without charge. See paragraph (d) of this section for fee limitations. (2) The Postal Service may at its discretion make coin-operated copy machines available at any location. In that event, the requester will be given the opportunity to make copies at his own expense. (3) The Postal Service normally will not furnish more than one copy of any record. If duplicate copies are furnished at the request of the requester, the per page fee is charged for each copy of each duplicate page without regard to whether the requester is eligible for free copies pursuant to Sec. 266.8(b)(1). (c) Aggregating requests.When the custodian reasonably believes that a requester is attempting to break a request for similar types of records down into a series of requests in order to evade the assessment of fees, the custodian may aggregate the requests and charge accordingly. (d) Limitations. No fee will be charged an individual for the process of retrieving, or amending a record pertaining to that individual. (e) The Postal Service may, at its discretion, require reimbursement of its costs as a condition of participation in a computer matching program or activity with another agency. The agency to be charged is notified in writing of the approximate costs before they are incurred. Costs are calculated in accordance with the schedule of fees at Sec. 265.9. [52 FR 38230, Oct. 15, 1987, as amended at 59 FR 37161, July 21, 1994] Sec. 266.9 Exemptions. (a) Subsections 552a(j) and (k) of title 5, U.S.C., empower the Postmaster General to exempt systems of records meeting certain criteria from various other subsections of section 552a. With respect to systems of records so exempted, nothing in this part shall require compliance with provisions hereof implementing any subsections of section 552a from which those systems have been exempted. (b) At paragraph (b)(1) of this section is a summary of the Act's provisions for which exemption is claimed pursuant to, and to the extent permitted by, subsections 552a(j) and (k) of title 5, U.S.C., for some systems of records. Paragraphs (b)(2) through (6) of this section identify the exempted systems of records, the exemptions applied to each, and the reasons for the exemptions: (1) Explanation of the Act's provisions for which an exemption is claimed in the systems discussed below. (i) Subsection (c)(3) requires an agency to make available to the individual named in the records an accounting of each disclosure of records. (ii) Subsection (c)(4) requires an agency to inform any person or other agency to which a record has been disclosed of any correction or notation of dispute the agency has made to the record in accordance with subsection (d) of the Act. (iii) Subsection (d)(1)-(4) requires an agency to permit an individual to gain access to records about the individual, to request amendment of such records, to request a review of an agency decision not to amend such records, and to provide a statement of disagreement about a disputed record to be filed and disclosed with the disputed record. (iv) Subsection (e)(1) requires an agency to maintain in its records only such information about an individual that is relevant and necessary to accomplish a purpose required by statute or executive order of the President. (v) Subsection (e)(2) requires an agency to collect information to the greatest extent practicable directly from the subject individual when the information may result in adverse determinations about an individual's rights, benefits, and privileges under federal programs. (vi) Subsection (e)(3) requires an agency to inform each person whom it asks to supply information of the authority under which the information is sought, the purposes for which the information will be used, the routine uses that may be made of the information, whether disclosure is mandatory or voluntary, and the effects of not providing the information. (vii) Subsection (e)(4) (G) and (H) requires an agency to publish a Federal Register notice of its procedures whereby an individual can be notified upon request whether the system of records contains information about the individual, how to gain access to any record about the individual contained in the system, and how to contest its content. (viii) Subsection (e)(5) requires an agency to maintain its records with such accuracy, relevance, timeliness, and completeness as is reasonably necessary to ensure fairness to the individual in making any determination about the individual. (ix) Subsection (e)(8) requires an agency to make reasonable efforts to serve notice on an individual when any record on such individual is made available to any person under compulsory legal process when such process becomes a matter of public record. (x) Subsection (f) requires an agency to establish procedures whereby an individual can be notified upon request if any system of records named by the individual contains a record pertaining to the individual, obtain access to the record, and request amendment. (xi) Subsection (g) provides for civil remedies if an agency fails to comply with the access and amendment provisions of subsections (d)(1) and (d)(3), and with other provisions of the Act, or any rule promulgated thereunder, in such a way as to have an adverse effect on an individual. (xii) Subsection (m) requires an agency to cause the requirements of the Act to be applied to a contractor operating a system of records to accomplish an agency function. (2) Inspection Requirements--Investigative File System, USPS 080.010; Inspection Requirements--Mail Cover Program, USPS 080.020. These systems of records are exempt from 5 U.S.C. 552a (c) (3) and (4), (d)(1)-(4), (e)(1)-(3), (e)(4) (G) and (H), (e) (5) and (8), (f), (g), and (m). The reasons for exemption follow: (i) Disclosure to the record subject pursuant to subsections (c)(3), (c)(4), or (d)(1)-(4) could (A) Alert subjects that they are targets of an investigation or mail cover; (B) alert subjects of the nature and scope of the investigation, and of evidence obtained; (C) enable the subject of an investigation to avoid detection or apprehension; (D) subject confidential sources, witnesses, and law enforcement personnel to harassment or intimidation if their identities were released to the target of an investigation; (E) constitute unwarranted invasions of the personal privacy of third parties who are involved in a certain investigation; (F) intimidate potential witnesses and cause them to be reluctant to offer information; (G) lead to the improper influencing of witnesses, the destruction or alteration of evidence yet to be discovered, the fabrication of testimony, or the compromising of classified material; and (H) seriously impede or compromise law enforcement, mail cover, or background investigations that might involve law enforcement aspects as a result of the above. (ii) Application of subsections (e)(1) and (e)(5) is impractical because the relevance, necessity, or correctness of specific information might be established only after considerable analysis and as the investigation progresses. As to relevance (subsection (e)(1)), effective law enforcement requires the keeping of information not relevant to a specific Postal Service investigation. Such information may be kept to provide leads for appropriate law enforcement and to establish patterns of activity that might relate to the jurisdiction of the Postal Inspection Service and/or other agencies. As to accuracy (subsection (e)(5)), the correctness of records sometimes can be established only in a court of law. (iii) Application of subsections (e)(2) and (e)(3) would require collection of information directly from the subject of a potential or ongoing investigation. The subject would be put on alert that he or she is a target of an investigation or mail cover, enabling avoidance of detection or apprehension, thereby seriously compromising law enforcement, mail cover, or background investigations involving law enforcement aspects. Moreover, in certain circumstances the subject of an investigation is not required to provide information to investigators, and information must be collected from other sources. (iv) The requirements of subsections (e)(4)(G) and (H), and (f) do not apply because this system is exempt from the individual access and amendment provisions of subsection (d). Nevertheless, the Postal Service has published notice of its notification, access, and contest procedures because access is appropriate in some cases. (v) Application of subsection (e)(8) could prematurely reveal an ongoing criminal investigation to the subject of the investigation. (vi) The provisions of subsection (g) do not apply because exemption from the provisions of subsection (d) renders the provisions on suits to enforce subsection (d) inapplicable. (vii) If one of these systems of records is operated in whole or in part by a contractor, the exemptions claimed herein shall remain applicable to it (subsection (m)). (3) Personnel Records--Preemployment Investigation Records, USPS 120.110; Personnel Records--Postmaster Selection Program Records, USPS 120.130. These systems of records are exempt from 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(1)- (4) and (e)(1) to the extent that information in the system is subject to exemption under 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(5) as relating to the identity of a source who furnished information to the government in confidence as a part of an investigation conducted solely for the purpose of determining suitability, eligibility, or qualifications of an individual for employment. The reasons for exemption follow: (i) During its investigation and evaluation of an applicant for a position, the Postal Service contacts individuals who, without an assurance of anonymity, would refuse to provide information concerning the subject of the investigation. If a record subject were given access pursuant to subsection (d)(1)-(4), the promised confidentiality would be breached and the confidential source would be identified. The result would be restriction of the free flow of information vital to a determination of an individual's qualifications and suitability for appointment to or continued occupancy of his position. (ii) In collecting information for investigative and evaluative purposes, it is impossible to determine in advance what information might be of assistance in determining the qualifications and suitability of an individual for appointment. Information that seems irrelevant, when linked with other information, can sometimes provide a composite picture of an individual that assists in determining whether that individual should be appointed to or retained in a position. For this reason, exemption from subsection (e)(1) is claimed. (4) Personnel Records--Personnel Research and Test Validation Records, USPS 120.120; Personnel Records--Career Development and Training Records, USPS 120.152. These systems of records are exempt from 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(1)-(4), (e)(4)(G) and (H), and (f) to the extent that information in the system is subject to exemption pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(6) as relating to the compromise of the objectivity or fairness of the testing or examination process. The reasons for exemption follow: (i) These systems contain questions and answers to standard testing materials, the disclosure of which would compromise the fairness of the future use of these materials. It is not feasible to develop entirely new examinations after each administration as would be necessary if questions or answers were available for inspection and copying. Consequently, exemption from subsection (d) is claimed. (ii) The requirements of subsections (e)(4)(G) and (H), and (f) do not apply to these systems for which exemption from subsection (d) of the Act has been claimed. Nevertheless, the Postal Service has published notice of its notification, access, and contest procedures because access to system records that do not compromise the objectivity or fairness of the testing examination process is appropriate in some cases. (5) Personnel Records--Recruiting, Examining, and Appointment Records, USPS 120.151. This system is exempt from 5 U.S.C. 552a(d)(1)-(4), (e)(1), (e)(4)(G) and (H), and (f) to the extent that information in the system is subject to exemption pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(5) as relating to the identity of a source who has furnished information to the government in confidence as part of an investigation conducted solely for the purpose of determining suitability, eligibility, or qualifications of an individual for employment; and to exemption pursuant to subsection 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(6) as relating to the compromise of the objectivity or fairness of the testing or examination process. The reasons for exemption follow: (i) To the extent that information in this system is subject to exemption pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(5), application of the provisions at subsection (d)(1)-(4) would reveal to the applicant whose suitability is being investigated the identity of individuals who supplied information under a promise of anonymity. As a result, the Postal Service's promise of confidentiality would be breached, its ability to obtain information in the future would be diminished, and the information source could be subjected to harassment by the applicant. To the extent that information in this system is subject to exemption pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(6), the requirements of the exemption at subsection (d)(1)-(4) and the reasons for exempting information relating to the compromise of the objectivity or fairness of the testing or examination process are the same as those given in paragraph (b)(5)(i) of this section. (ii) The reasons for exempting this system of records from subsection (e)(1) are the same as those given in paragraph (b)(4)(ii) of this section. (iii) The requirements of subsections (e) (4) (G) and (H), and (f) do not apply to this system for which exemption from subsection (d) of the Act has been claimed. Nevertheless, the Postal Service has published notice of its notification, access, and contest procedures because access to system records that do not compromise the objectivity or fairness of the testing or examination process or reveal the identity of a confidential is appropriate in some cases. (6) Equal Employment Opportunity--EEO Discrimination Complaint Investigations, USPS 030.010. This system is exempt from 5 U.S.C. 552a(d) (1)-(4), (e) (4) (G) and (H), and (f) to the extent that information in the system is subject to exemption pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(2) as material compiled for law enforcement purposes and subsection (k)(5) as relating to the identity of a source who has furnished information to the government in confidence as a part of an investigation conducted solely for the purpose of determining suitability, eligibility, or qualifications of an individual for employment. The reasons for exemption follow. (i) To the extent that information in this system is subject to exemption pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(2), application of the requirements of the exemption at subsection (d)(1)-(4) would cause disruption of enforcement of the laws relating to equal employment opportunity (EEO). To the extent that information in this system is subject to exemption pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(5), application of the provisions at subsection (d)(1)-(4) would reveal to the EEO complainant the identity of individuals who supplied information under a promise of anonymity. It is essential to the integrity of the EEO complaint system that information collected in the investigative process not be prematurely disclosed and that witnesses be free from restraint, interference, coercion, or reprisal. (ii) The requirements of subsections (e) (4) (G) and (H), and (f) do not apply to this system for which exemption from subsection (d) of the Act has been claimed. Nevertheless, the Postal Service has published notice of its notification, access, and contest procedures because access to system records that do not compromise the investigative process or reveal the identity of confidential sources is appropriate in some cases. [59 FR 35625, Jul. 13, 1994] Sec. 266.10 Computer matching. (a) General. Any agency or Postal Service component that wishes to use records from a Postal Service automated system of records in a computerized comparison with other postal or non-postal records must submit its proposal to the USPS Records Officer. Computer matching programs as defined in paragraph (c) of Sec. 262.5 must be conducted in accordance with the Privacy Act, implementing guidance issued by the Office of Management and Budget and these regulations. Records may not be exchanged for a matching program until all procedural requirements of the Act and these regulations have been met. Other matching activities must be conducted in accordance with the Privacy Act and with the approval of the Records Officer. See paragraph (b)(6) of Sec. 266.4. (b) Procedure for submission of matching proposals. A proposal must include information required for the matching agreement discussed in paragraph (d)(1) of this section. The Inspection Service must submit its proposals for matching programs and other matching activities to the USPS Records Officer through: Independent Counsel, Inspection Service, U.S. Postal Service, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Rm 3417, Washington, DC 20260-2181. All other matching proposals, whether from postal organizations or other government agencies, must be mailed directly to: USPS Records Officer, U.S. Postal Service, 475 L'Enfant Plaza SW, Rm 8831, Washington, DC 20260-5240. (c) Lead time. Proposals must be submitted to the USPS Records Officer at least 3 months in advance of the anticipated starting date to allow time to meet Privacy Act publication and review requirements. (d) Matching agreements. The participants in a computer matching program must enter into a written agreement specifying the terms under which the matching program is to be conducted. The Records Officer may require similar written agreements for other matching activities. (1) Content. Agreements must specify: (i) The purpose and legal authority for conducting the matching program; (ii) The justification for the program and the anticipated results, including, when appropriate, a specific estimate of any savings in terms of expected costs and benefits, in sufficient detail for the Data Integrity Board to make an informed decision; (iii) A description of the records that are to be matched, including the data elements to be used, the number of records, and the approximate dates of the matching program; (iv) Procedures for providing notice to individuals who supply information that the information may be subject to verification through computer matching programs; (v) Procedures for verifying information produced in a matching program and for providing individuals an opportunity to contest the findings in accordance with the requirement that an agency may not take adverse action against an individual as a result of information produced by a matching program until the agency has independently verified the information and provided the individual with due process; (vi) Procedures for ensuring the administrative, technical, and physical security of the records matched; for the retention and timely destruction of records created by the matching program; and for the use and return or destruction of records used in the program; (vii) Prohibitions concerning duplication and redisclosure of records exchanged, except where required by law or essential to the conduct of the matching program; (viii) Assessments of the accuracy of the records to be used in the matching program; and (ix) A statement that the Comptroller General may have access to all records of the participant agencies in order to monitor compliance with the agreement. (2) Approval. Before the Postal Service may participate in a computer matching program or other computer matching activity that involves both USPS and non-USPS records, the Data Integrity Board must have evaluated the proposed match and approved the terms of the matching agreement. To be effective, the matching agreement must receive approval by each member of the Board. Votes are collected by the USPS Records Officer. Agreements are signed on behalf of the Board by the Chairman. If a matching agreement is disapproved by the Board, any party may appeal the disapproval in writing to the Director, Office of Management and Budget, Washington, DC 20503-0001, within 30 days following the Board's written disapproval. (3) Effective dates. No matching agreement is effective until 40 days after the date on which a copy is sent to Congress. The agreement remains in effect only as long as necessary to accomplish the specific matching purpose, but no longer than 18 months, at which time the agreement expires unless extended. The Data Integrity Board may extend an agreement for one additional year, without further review, if within 3 months prior to expiration of the 18-month period it finds that the matching program is to be conducted without change, and each party to the agreement certifies that the program has been conducted in compliance with the matching agreement. Renewal of a continuing matching program that has run for the full 30-month period requires a new agreement that has received Data Integrity Board approval. [59 FR 37161, July 21, 1994]