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| 97-33357 | Requirements Respecting the Adoption or Change of Accounting Method; Extensions of Time To Make Elections | Rule | This document contains final regulations providing the procedures for requesting an extension of time to make certain elections under the Internal Revenue Code. In addition, the regulations provide the standards that the Commissioner will use in determining whether to grant taxpayers extensions of time to make certain elections including changes in accounting method and accounting period. The regulations also set forth the time for filing a Form 3115, Application for Change in Accounting Method, with the Commissioner. The regulations affect taxpayers requesting an extension of time to make certain elections and taxpayers requesting to change their method of accounting for federal income tax purposes. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33357/requirements-respecting-the-adoption-or-change-of-accounting-method-extensions-of-time-to-make | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33357.pdf | Treasury Department; Internal Revenue Service | 497,254 | This document contains final regulations providing the procedures for requesting an extension of time to make certain elections under the Internal Revenue Code. In addition, the regulations provide the standards that the Commissioner will use in... |
| 97-33394 | Disclaimer of Interests and Powers | Rule | This document contains final regulations relating to the treatment of disclaimers for estate and gift tax purposes. The regulations clarify certain provisions governing the disclaimer of property interests and powers and, in addition, conform the regulations to court decisions holding the current regulation invalid with respect to the disclaimer of joint property interests. The final regulations will affect persons who disclaim property interests, powers, or interests in jointly owned property. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33394/disclaimer-of-interests-and-powers | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33394.pdf | Treasury Department; Internal Revenue Service | 497,254 | This document contains final regulations relating to the treatment of disclaimers for estate and gift tax purposes. The regulations clarify certain provisions governing the disclaimer of property interests and powers and, in addition, conform the... |
| 97-33647 | Amortizable Bond Premium | Rule | This document contains final regulations relating to the federal income tax treatment of bond premium and bond issuance premium. The regulations reflect changes to the law made by the Tax Reform Act of 1986 and the Technical and Miscellaneous Revenue Act of 1988. The regulations will provide needed guidance to holders and issuers of debt instruments. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33647/amortizable-bond-premium | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33647.pdf | Treasury Department; Internal Revenue Service | 497,254 | This document contains final regulations relating to the federal income tax treatment of bond premium and bond issuance premium. The regulations reflect changes to the law made by the Tax Reform Act of 1986 and the Technical and Miscellaneous Revenue... |
| 97-33743 | National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan National Priorities List | Rule | The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 4 announces the deletion of the North Hollywood Dump Superfund Site from the National Priorities List (NPL), Appendix B of 40 CFR part 300 which is the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP). EPA and the State have determined that all appropriate Fund- financed responses under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), as amended, have been implemented and that no further cleanup is appropriate. Moveover, EPA and the State have determined that remedial actions conducted at the site to date have been protective of public health, welfare and the environment. This deletion does not preclude future action under Superfund. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33743/national-oil-and-hazardous-substances-pollution-contingency-plan-national-priorities-list | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33743.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 4 announces the deletion of the North Hollywood Dump Superfund Site from the National Priorities List (NPL), Appendix B of 40 CFR part 300 which is the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution... |
| 97-33855 | Technical Change Regarding Duty Free Entry of Metal Articles | Rule | This document amends the Customs Regulations, to conform with subheadings 9817.00.80 and 9817.00.90, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, relating to the duty free entry of metal articles imported to be used in remanufacture by melting or to be processed by shredding, shearing, compacting or similar processing which renders them fit only for the recovery of the metal content. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33855/technical-change-regarding-duty-free-entry-of-metal-articles | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33855.pdf | Treasury Department; Customs Service | 497,96 | This document amends the Customs Regulations, to conform with subheadings 9817.00.80 and 9817.00.90, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States, relating to the duty free entry of metal articles imported to be used in remanufacture by melting or... |
| 97-33928 | Procedures for Settling Claims | Rule | The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is issuing final rules of procedure for the settlement of claims submitted to OPM for Federal civilian employees' compensation and leave, for proceeds of canceled checks for veterans' benefits payable to deceased beneficiaries, and for the settlement of deceased employees' compensation. Before June 30, 1996, these claims were settled by the United States General Accounting Office (GAO). However, on that date, pursuant to the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act of 1996, the authority to settle these claims transferred to the Director, Office of Management and Budget, who delegated this function to the Office of Personnel Management. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33928/procedures-for-settling-claims | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33928.pdf | Personnel Management Office | 406 | The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is issuing final rules of procedure for the settlement of claims submitted to OPM for Federal civilian employees' compensation and leave, for proceeds of canceled checks for veterans' benefits payable to... |
| 97-33945 | Civil Money Penalties | Rule | OFHEO is issuing this final rule to adjust each civil money penalty within its jurisdiction to account for inflation. This action is necessary to implement the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as amended by the Debt Collection Improvement Act of 1996. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33945/civil-money-penalties | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33945.pdf | Housing and Urban Development Department; Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight Office | 228,173 | OFHEO is issuing this final rule to adjust each civil money penalty within its jurisdiction to account for inflation. This action is necessary to implement the Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as amended by the Debt Collection... |
| 97-33949 | Nuclear Classification and Declassification | Rule | The Department of Energy (DOE or Department) is publishing a final rule revising its regulations concerning the policies and procedures on the identification of classified information. These regulations establish the policies and procedures implementing the requirements of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 for the classification and declassification of information as Restricted Data and Formerly Restricted Data and also implement those requirements of Executive Order 12958 concerning National Security Information that directly affect the public. These regulations prescribe procedures to be used by all agencies of the Federal Government in the identification of Restricted Data and Formerly Restricted Data, and describe how members of the public may request DOE National Security Information and appeal DOE classification decisions regarding such requests. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33949/nuclear-classification-and-declassification | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33949.pdf | Energy Department | 136 | The Department of Energy (DOE or Department) is publishing a final rule revising its regulations concerning the policies and procedures on the identification of classified information. These regulations establish the policies and procedures... |
| 97-33958 | Clean Air Act Approval and Promulgation of PMINF10/INF Implementation Plan for Colorado; Designation of Areas for Air Quality Planning Purposes; Steamboat Springs | Rule | EPA approves the State implementation plan (SIP) submitted by the State of Colorado to achieve attainment and maintenance of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter less than or equal to a nominal 10 micrometers (PM<INF>10</INF>), including among other things, control measures, technical analyses, quantitative milestones and contingency measures. The SIP was submitted by the Governor of Colorado with a letter dated September 16, 1997 to satisfy certain Federal requirements for an approvable SIP for the Steamboat Springs, Colorado moderate PM<INF>10</INF> nonattainment area, as designated effective January 20, 1994. In addition, EPA approves the Steamboat Springs emergency episode plan. EPA also amends the boundary for the Steamboat Springs nonattainment area to clarify the original description. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33958/clean-air-act-approval-and-promulgation-of-pminf10inf-implementation-plan-for-colorado-designation | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33958.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | EPA approves the State implementation plan (SIP) submitted by the State of Colorado to achieve attainment and maintenance of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter with an aerodynamic diameter less than or equal to a... |
| 97-33960 | Approval and Promulgation of State Implementation Plans: Washington; Correcting Amendments | Rule | This action corrects the incorporation by reference found in the approval of the Washington State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision published on September 22, 1997 and corrects a typographical error found in the Washington SIP Table of Contents published on June 29, 1995. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33960/approval-and-promulgation-of-state-implementation-plans-washington-correcting-amendments | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33960.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | This action corrects the incorporation by reference found in the approval of the Washington State Implementation Plan (SIP) revision published on September 22, 1997 and corrects a typographical error found in the Washington SIP Table of Contents... |
| 97-33969 | Relocation of FIRMR Provisions Relating to GSA's Role in the Disposal of Excess and Exchange/Sale Information Technology (IT) Equipment | Rule | The General Services Administration (GSA) is extending Federal Property Management Regulations provisions regarding disposal of information technology (IT) equipment. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33969/relocation-of-firmr-provisions-relating-to-gsas-role-in-the-disposal-of-excess-and-exchangesale | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33969.pdf | General Services Administration | 210 | The General Services Administration (GSA) is extending Federal Property Management Regulations provisions regarding disposal of information technology (IT) equipment. |
| 97-33970 | Criteria for Reporting Excess Personal Property | Rule | The General Services Administration (GSA) is extending Federal Property Management Regulations provisions regarding criteria for reporting excess personal property to GSA. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33970/criteria-for-reporting-excess-personal-property | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33970.pdf | General Services Administration | 210 | The General Services Administration (GSA) is extending Federal Property Management Regulations provisions regarding criteria for reporting excess personal property to GSA. |
| 97-33971 | Federal Travel Regulation; Maximum Per Diem Rates | Rule | This document corrects an entry listed in the prescribed maximum per diem rates for locations within the continental United States (CONUS) contained in a final rule appearing in the Federal Register of Tuesday, December 2, 1997 (62 FR 63798). The rule increased/decreased the maximum lodging amounts in certain existing per diem localities, added new per diem localities, deleted a number of previously designated per diem localities, and added information to encourage employees to stay in a fire-safe approved accommodation. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33971/federal-travel-regulation-maximum-per-diem-rates | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33971.pdf | General Services Administration | 210 | This document corrects an entry listed in the prescribed maximum per diem rates for locations within the continental United States (CONUS) contained in a final rule appearing in the Federal Register of Tuesday, December 2, 1997 (62 FR 63798). The rule... |
| 97-33973 | Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Scallop Fishery Off Alaska; Change in Season Dates | Rule | NMFS changes the dates of the fishing season for Registration Area D (Yakutat), Registration Area E (Prince William Sound), and Registration Area H exclusive of the Kamishak District in the scallop fishery in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) off Alaska. The new fishing season will begin on July 1 and end on February 15 of the following year. The intended effect of this action, which makes the Federal fishing season parallel to that of the State of Alaska scallop fishery, is to improve vessel safety and product quality, and to maintain consistency between Federal and State of Alaska fishing season regulations. This action is necessary to promote the conservation and management objectives of the Fishery Management Plan for the Scallop Fishery off Alaska (FMP). | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33973/fisheries-of-the-exclusive-economic-zone-off-alaska-scallop-fishery-off-alaska-change-in-season | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33973.pdf | Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 54,361 | NMFS changes the dates of the fishing season for Registration Area D (Yakutat), Registration Area E (Prince William Sound), and Registration Area H exclusive of the Kamishak District in the scallop fishery in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) off... |
| 97-33974 | Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Closures of Specified Groundfish Fisheries in the Gulf of Alaska | Rule | NMFS is closing specified groundfish fisheries in the Gulf of Alaska (GOA). This action is necessary to prevent exceeding the directed fishing allowances specified for the 1998 interim total allowable catch (TAC) amounts for the GOA. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33974/fisheries-of-the-exclusive-economic-zone-off-alaska-closures-of-specified-groundfish-fisheries-in | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33974.pdf | Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 54,361 | NMFS is closing specified groundfish fisheries in the Gulf of Alaska (GOA). This action is necessary to prevent exceeding the directed fishing allowances specified for the 1998 interim total allowable catch (TAC) amounts for the GOA. |
| 97-33975 | Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Allocation of Atka Mackerel to Vessels Using Jig Gear | Rule | NMFS implements Amendment 34 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Groundfish Fishery of the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Area (FMP). The implementing regulations of Amendment 34 require an allocation of Atka mackerel to vessels using jig gear. Annually, up to 2 percent of the total allowable catch (TAC) specified for this species in the eastern Aleutian Islands District (AI)/Bering Sea subarea (BS) will be allocated to the jig gear fleet fishing in this area. This action is necessary to provide an opportunity to a localized, small- vessel jig gear fleet to fish for Atka mackerel in summer months. The large-scale trawl fisheries typically harvest the available TAC for this species early in the fishing year, which does not allow jig gear fishermen an opportunity for a summer fishery. This action is intended to further the goals and objectives of the FMP. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33975/fisheries-of-the-exclusive-economic-zone-off-alaska-allocation-of-atka-mackerel-to-vessels-using-jig | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33975.pdf | Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 54,361 | NMFS implements Amendment 34 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Groundfish Fishery of the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Area (FMP). The implementing regulations of Amendment 34 require an allocation of Atka mackerel to vessels using jig gear.... |
| 97-33987 | Qualified Small Business Stock | Rule | This document contains final regulations relating to the 50- percent exclusion for gain from certain small business stock. The final regulations reflect changes to the law made by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 and provide guidance to the issuers and owners of the stock of certain small businesses. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-33987/qualified-small-business-stock | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-33987.pdf | Treasury Department; Internal Revenue Service | 497,254 | This document contains final regulations relating to the 50- percent exclusion for gain from certain small business stock. The final regulations reflect changes to the law made by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 and provide guidance to... |
| 97-34003 | Airworthiness Directives; Fokker F28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 Series Airplanes | Rule | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Fokker Model F28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 series airplanes, that requires a one-time visual inspection of the rear cargo door and luggage auxiliary structure for corrosion, repetitive borescope inspections of the rear cargo door, and removal and repair of any corrosion found during the inspections. This amendment also requires the drilling of drain holes and application of a corrosion preventive and sealing compound inside the rear cargo door, and modification of the rear cargo door to aid in future routine borescope inspections. This amendment is prompted by reports of corrosion being found in the affected areas on several of the affected airplanes. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent such corrosion, which could result in structural failure of the cargo door and loss of the door during flight, and consequent rapid decompression, aerodynamic instability, and/or damage to other fuselage structures. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34003/airworthiness-directives-fokker-f28-mark-1000-2000-3000-and-4000-series-airplanes | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34003.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Fokker Model F28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 series airplanes, that requires a one-time visual inspection of the rear cargo door and luggage auxiliary structure for... |
| 97-34030 | International Services Surveys: BE-22 Annual Survey of Selected Services Transactions With Unaffiliated Foreign Persons | Rule | These final rules amend the reporting requirements for the BE- 22, Annual Survey of Selected Services Transactions With Unaffiliated Foreign Persons. The BE-22 surveys is conducted by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), U.S. Department of Commerce, under the International Investment and Trade in Services Survey Act. It is the annual follow-on survey to the quinquennial BE-20, Benchmark Survey of Selected Services Transactions With Unaffiliated Foreign Persons, which was last conducted for 1996. Together, the two surveys produce a continuous annual time series of data on major types of services that are out of the scope of other international services surveys. In nonbenchmark years, universe estimates of these transactions are derived by adding to annually reported sample data extrapolations of data reported in the benchmark survey by companies exempt from annual reporting. The data are needed to support U.S. trade policy initiatives, compile the U.S. balance of payments, input-output, and national income and product accounts, develop U.S. international price indexes for services, assess U.S. competitiveness in services, and improve the ability of U.S. businesses to identify and evaluate market opportunities. Two major changes to the BE-22 annual survey are contained in these final rules: (1) coverage of the BE-22 annual survey is expanded to conform with the most recent BE-20 benchmark survey, which covered 1996, and (2) coverage of general use computer software royalties and license fees is dropped. To consolidate on one form all transactions in intangible rights between U.S. and unaffiliated foreign persons, coverage of general use computer software royalties and license fees is being moved from the BE-22 to the BE-93, Annual Survey of Royalties, License Fees, and Other Receipts and Payments for Intangible Rights Between U.S. and Unaffiliated Foreign Persons. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34030/international-services-surveys-be-22-annual-survey-of-selected-services-transactions-with | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34030.pdf | Commerce Department; Economic Analysis Bureau | 54,118 | These final rules amend the reporting requirements for the BE- 22, Annual Survey of Selected Services Transactions With Unaffiliated Foreign Persons. The BE-22 surveys is conducted by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), U.S. Department of Commerce,... |
| 97-34031 | International Services Surveys: BE-93 Annual Survey of Royalties, License Fees, and Other Receipts and Payments for Intangible Rights Between U.S. and Unaffiliated Foreign Persons | Rule | These final rules amend the reporting requirements for the BE- 93, Annual Survey of Royalties, License Fees, and Other Receipts and Payments Between U.S. and Unaffiliated Foreign Persons. The BE-93 survey is conducted by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), U.S. Department of Commerce, under the International Investment and Trade in Services Survey Act. The data are needed to support U.S. trade policy initiatives, compile the U.S. balance of payments, input- output, and national income and product accounts, develop U.S. international price indexes for services, assess U.S. competitiveness in international trade in services, and improve the ability of U.S. businesses to identify and evaluate market opportunities. The change to the BE-93 annual survey contained in these final rules is to add coverage of general use computer software royalties and license fees. This change will consolidate on one form all transactions in intangible rights between U.S. and unaffiliated foreign persons. Previously, royalties and license fees related to general use computer software were included on the BE-22, Annual Survey of Selected Services Transactions with Unaffiliated Foreign Persons, and all other royalties and license fees were included on the BE-93. Placing general use computer software royalties and license fees together with other royalties and license fees on the BE-93 will eliminate the possibility that some respondents would have to examine their accounting records on royalties and license fees for purposes of responding to two separate surveys. In addition, the consolidation will improve consistency with current international standards for the compilation of balance of payments accounts, which include general use computer software royalties and license fees in the same category as all other royalties and license fees. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34031/international-services-surveys-be-93-annual-survey-of-royalties-license-fees-and-other-receipts-and | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34031.pdf | Commerce Department; Economic Analysis Bureau | 54,118 | These final rules amend the reporting requirements for the BE- 93, Annual Survey of Royalties, License Fees, and Other Receipts and Payments Between U.S. and Unaffiliated Foreign Persons. The BE-93 survey is conducted by the Bureau of Economic Analysis... |
| 97-34032 | Dairy Indemnity Payment Program | Rule | This final rule amends the authority citation for the Dairy Indemnity Payment Program (DIPP) regulations to cover the expenditure of additional funds that were recently appropriated. The DIPP indemnifies dairy farmers and manufacturers for losses suffered with respect to milk and milk products, through no fault of their own. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34032/dairy-indemnity-payment-program | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34032.pdf | Agriculture Department; Farm Service Agency | 12,157 | This final rule amends the authority citation for the Dairy Indemnity Payment Program (DIPP) regulations to cover the expenditure of additional funds that were recently appropriated. The DIPP indemnifies dairy farmers and manufacturers for losses... |
| 97-34040 | Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Model F27 Mark 050 Series Airplanes | Rule | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Fokker Model F27 Mark 050 series airplanes. This action requires modification of the air outlet opening of the engine air bypass duct. This amendment is prompted by issuance of mandatory continuing airworthiness information by a foreign civil airworthiness authority. The actions specified in this AD are intended to prevent accumulation of ice in the engine air intake duct and subsequent ingestion of ice into the engine, which could result in engine power fluctuations and reduced controllability of the airplane. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34040/airworthiness-directives-fokker-model-f27-mark-050-series-airplanes | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34040.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Fokker Model F27 Mark 050 series airplanes. This action requires modification of the air outlet opening of the engine air bypass duct. This amendment is prompted by... |
| 97-34041 | Airworthiness Directives; British Aerospace Model HS 748 Series Airplanes | Rule | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain British Aerospace HS 748 series airplanes. This action requires installation of an aileron cable support block under the crew compartment floor. This amendment is prompted by issuance of mandatory continuing airworthiness information by a foreign civil airworthiness authority. The actions specified in this AD are intended to prevent jamming or restriction of the aileron cable, which could lead to reduced controllability of the airplane. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34041/airworthiness-directives-british-aerospace-model-hs-748-series-airplanes | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34041.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain British Aerospace HS 748 series airplanes. This action requires installation of an aileron cable support block under the crew compartment floor. This amendment is prompted... |
| 97-34042 | Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Model F27 Mark 050 Series Airplanes | Rule | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Fokker Model F27 Mark 050 series airplanes. This action requires a one-time inspection of the main landing gear (MLG) locklinks to determine if the lockwire that secures both platform bolts is in one piece and in position; and corrective action, if necessary. This amendment is prompted by the issuance of mandatory continuing airworthiness information by a foreign civil airworthiness authority. The actions specified in this AD are intended to prevent collapse of the MLG due to failure of the locklinks to lock in the down position. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34042/airworthiness-directives-fokker-model-f27-mark-050-series-airplanes | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34042.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to all Fokker Model F27 Mark 050 series airplanes. This action requires a one-time inspection of the main landing gear (MLG) locklinks to determine if the lockwire that secures both... |
| 97-34094 | Grapes Grown in a Designated Area of Southeastern California; Temporary Suspension of Continuing Assessment Rate | Rule | This rule suspends the continuing assessment rate for the California Desert Grape Administrative Committee (Committee) under Marketing Order No. 925 for the 1998 fiscal period. The fiscal period begins January 1 and ends December 31. The Committee is responsible for local administration of the marketing order, and recommended that no handler assessments be collected in 1998. It made this recommendation because it has enough reserve funds to cover 1998 fiscal year expenses and expenses expected during the first several months of fiscal year 1999, and to keep its operating reserve within the maximum permitted under the marketing order. The assessment rate will apply again during fiscal year 1999 to cover expenses and to replenish the Committee's reserve funds. That rate will continue in effect indefinitely unless modified, suspended, or terminated. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34094/grapes-grown-in-a-designated-area-of-southeastern-california-temporary-suspension-of-continuing | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34094.pdf | Agriculture Department; Agricultural Marketing Service | 12,9 | This rule suspends the continuing assessment rate for the California Desert Grape Administrative Committee (Committee) under Marketing Order No. 925 for the 1998 fiscal period. The fiscal period begins January 1 and ends December 31. The Committee is... |
| 97-34097 | Regulation of Fuels and Fuel Additives: Modifications to Standards and Requirements for Reformulated and Conventional Gasoline | Rule | Through the 1990 amendments to the Clean Air Act (CAA), Congress mandated that EPA promulgate regulations requiring that gasoline sold in certain areas be reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions of toxic and ozone-forming compounds. The EPA published rules for the certification and enforcement of reformulated gasoline (RFG) and provisions for non-reformulated or conventional gasoline on February 16, 1994. Based on experience gained since the promulgation of these regulations, on July 11, 1997, EPA proposed a variety of changes to the regulations relating to emissions standards, emissions models, compliance related requirements and enforcement provisions. Today's rule finalizes certain of the changes proposed on July 11, 1997. This final rule adopts several revisions relating to use of the Complex Model, which is required for demonstrating compliance with the RFG standards and the anti-dumping standards for conventional gasoline beginning on January 1, 1998. In addition, today's rule finalizes provisions that modify the affirmative defenses for truck carriers of motor vehicle fuel. Finally, this rule deletes the NO<INF>X</INF> per- gallon minimum standards for RFG and increases the number of gasoline quality surveys, as a more cost-effective way to ensure that each area covered by the RFG program receives the full environmental benefits of the NO<INF>X</INF> average standards in Phase I and II of the program. EPA will take final action on the remainder of the provisions proposed on July 11, 1997, at a later date. The emissions benefits achieved from the RFG and conventional gasoline programs will not be reduced as a result of this final rule. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34097/regulation-of-fuels-and-fuel-additives-modifications-to-standards-and-requirements-for-reformulated | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34097.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | Through the 1990 amendments to the Clean Air Act (CAA), Congress mandated that EPA promulgate regulations requiring that gasoline sold in certain areas be reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions of toxic and ozone-forming compounds. The EPA published... |
| 97-34104 | Hexythiazox; Pesticide Tolerances for Emergency Exemptions | Rule | This regulation establishes a time-limited tolerance for combined residues of hexythiazox (trans-5-(4- chlorophenyl)-N-cyclohexyl-4-methyl-2-oxothiazolidine-3-carboxamide) and its metabolites containing the (4-chlorophenyl)-4-methyl-2-oxo-3- thiazolidine moiety in or on strawberries. This action is in response to EPA's granting of an emergency exemption under section 18 of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act authorizing use of the pesticide on strawberries. This regulation establishes a maximum permissible level for residues of hexythiazox in this food commodity pursuant to section 408(l)(6) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, as amended by the Food Quality Protection Act of 1996. The tolerance will expire and is revoked on July 1, 1998. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34104/hexythiazox-pesticide-tolerances-for-emergency-exemptions | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34104.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | This regulation establishes a time-limited tolerance for combined residues of hexythiazox (trans-5-(4- chlorophenyl)-N-cyclohexyl-4-methyl-2-oxothiazolidine-3-carboxamide) and its metabolites containing the (4-chlorophenyl)-4-methyl-2-oxo-3-... |
| 97-34120 | Cost Standards and Procedures | Rule | This final rule sets forth cost standards and procedures applicable to Legal Services Corporation (``LSC'' or ``Corporation'') grants and contracts. This rule contains substantial revisions which bring the Corporation's cost standards and procedures into conformance with applicable provisions of the Inspector General Act, the Corporation's appropriations action, and relevant Office of Management and Budget (``OMB'') Circulars. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34120/cost-standards-and-procedures | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34120.pdf | Legal Services Corporation | 276 | This final rule sets forth cost standards and procedures applicable to Legal Services Corporation (``LSC'' or ``Corporation'') grants and contracts. This rule contains substantial revisions which bring the Corporation's cost standards and procedures... |
| 97-34135 | Oranges, Grapefruit, Tangerines, and Tangelos Grown in Florida; Limiting the Volume of Small Florida Red Seedless Grapefruit | Rule | The Department of Agriculture (Department) is finalizing without change the provisions of an amended interim final rule limiting the volume of small red seedless grapefruit entering the fresh market under the Florida citrus marketing order. The marketing order regulates the handling of oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, and tangelos grown in Florida and is administered locally by the Citrus Administrative Committee (committee). The amended interim final rule limited the volume of size 48 and/or size 56 red seedless grapefruit handlers could ship during the first 11 weeks of the 1997-1998 season that began in September. That rule provided a sufficient supply of small sized red seedless grapefruit to meet market demand, without saturating all markets with these small sizes. The committee believed this action was necessary to help stabilize the market and improve grower returns. | 1997-12-31 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/31/97-34135/oranges-grapefruit-tangerines-and-tangelos-grown-in-florida-limiting-the-volume-of-small-florida-red | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-31/pdf/97-34135.pdf | Agriculture Department; Agricultural Marketing Service | 12,9 | The Department of Agriculture (Department) is finalizing without change the provisions of an amended interim final rule limiting the volume of small red seedless grapefruit entering the fresh market under the Florida citrus marketing order. The... |
| 97-33512 | Airworthiness Directives; Aviat Aircraft Inc. Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S Airplanes (formerly Pitts Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S airplanes) | Rule | This amendment supersedes Airworthiness Directive AD 96-09-08 R1, which applies to Aviat Aircraft Inc. (Aviat) Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S airplanes (formerly Pitts Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S), and currently requires repetitively inspecting the upper longerons just aft of the rear cabane struts for cracks and repairing any cracks. This action retains the same actions as the current AD; lengthens the time interval between repetitive inspections; requires either installing a marked accelerometer in order to continue to perform acrobatic maneuvers and installing a placard that specifies gravity (``g'') force limitations, or installing a placard prohibiting acrobatic maneuvers; and, requires inserting revisions into the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM). This action is the result of reports of cracking in the upper longerons caused by operating the airplane outside of the certificated design limits and the availability of a design modification that, when incorporated, repairs the damaged upper longeron area. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent cracking and subsequent failure of the longerons with consequent loss of control of the airplane. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33512/airworthiness-directives-aviat-aircraft-inc-models-s-2a-s-2b-and-s-2s-airplanes-formerly-pitts | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33512.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment supersedes Airworthiness Directive AD 96-09-08 R1, which applies to Aviat Aircraft Inc. (Aviat) Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S airplanes (formerly Pitts Models S-2A, S-2B, and S-2S), and currently requires repetitively inspecting the upper... |
| 97-33645 | Empowerment Zone Employment Credit | Rule | This document contains final regulations relating to the period employers may use in computing the empowerment zone employment credit under section 1396 of the Internal Revenue Code. The regulations reflect and implement certain changes made by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 (OBRA '93). They affect employers of employees who live and work in an empowerment zone designated under the statute. The regulations provide employers with the guidance necessary to claim the credit. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33645/empowerment-zone-employment-credit | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33645.pdf | Treasury Department; Internal Revenue Service | 497,254 | This document contains final regulations relating to the period employers may use in computing the empowerment zone employment credit under section 1396 of the Internal Revenue Code. The regulations reflect and implement certain changes made by the... |
| 97-33646 | Definition of Structure | Rule | This document contains final regulations relating to deductions available upon demolition of a building. These final regulations reflect changes to the law made by the Tax Reform Act of 1984 and affect owners and lessees of real property who demolish buildings. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33646/definition-of-structure | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33646.pdf | Treasury Department; Internal Revenue Service | 497,254 | This document contains final regulations relating to deductions available upon demolition of a building. These final regulations reflect changes to the law made by the Tax Reform Act of 1984 and affect owners and lessees of real property who demolish... |
| 97-33653 | Risk-Based Capital Standards: Market Risk | Rule | The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board), and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) (collectively, the Agencies) are amending their respective risk-based capital standards for market risk applicable to certain banks and bank holding companies with significant trading activities. The amendment eliminates the requirement that when an institution measures specific risk using its internal model, the total capital charge for specific risk must equal at least 50 percent of the standard specific risk capital charge. The amendment implements a revision to the Basle Accord that permits such treatment for an institution whose internal model adequately measures specific risk. The rule will reduce regulatory burden for institutions with qualifying internal models because they will no longer be required to calculate a standard specific risk capital charge. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33653/risk-based-capital-standards-market-risk | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33653.pdf | Treasury Department; Comptroller of the Currency; Federal Reserve System; Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation | 497,80,188,164 | The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board), and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) (collectively, the Agencies) are amending their respective risk-based capital... |
| 97-33688 | Amendment of Department of Transportation Acquisition Regulations | Rule | This final rule amends the Transportation Acquisition Regulation (TAR) to reflect the changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation through the Federal Acquisition Circular 90-46 and to delete certification requirements. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33688/amendment-of-department-of-transportation-acquisition-regulations | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33688.pdf | Transportation Department | 492 | This final rule amends the Transportation Acquisition Regulation (TAR) to reflect the changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation through the Federal Acquisition Circular 90-46 and to delete certification requirements. |
| 97-33726 | Fiduciary Powers; Community Reinvestment Act | Rule | The Office of Thrift Supervision (``OTS'') is issuing a final rule revising its fiduciary powers regulation. The final rule updates, clarifies, and streamlines OTS regulations, incorporates significant interpretive guidance, and eliminates unnecessary regulatory burden. The final rule consolidates all regulations on the fiduciary powers of Federal savings associations into a single part. Additionally, this part has been revised to incorporate the OTS current policy statement on the fiduciary activities of State-chartered savings associations. The OTS is also amending its Community Reinvestment Act (``CRA'') regulations. The change conforms the scope of the OTS's CRA regulations to the regulations of the other Federal banking agencies. It exempts certain savings associations that do not perform commercial or retail banking services by granting credit to the public in the ordinary course of business. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33726/fiduciary-powers-community-reinvestment-act | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33726.pdf | Treasury Department; Thrift Supervision Office | 497,489 | The Office of Thrift Supervision (``OTS'') is issuing a final rule revising its fiduciary powers regulation. The final rule updates, clarifies, and streamlines OTS regulations, incorporates significant interpretive guidance, and eliminates unnecessary... |
| 97-33738 | Protection of Stratospheric Ozone | Rule | On July 14, 1992, EPA published a final rule in the Federal Register, pursuant to section 609 of the Clean Air Act, as amended (the Act), establishing standards and requirements regarding the servicing of motor vehicle air conditioners (MVACs) that use chlorofluorocarbon- 12 (CFC-12), a class I refrigerant, and establishing restrictions on the sale of small containers of class I or class II refrigerants. Pursuant to section 609(b)(1), today's final rule establishes standards and requirements for the servicing of MVACs that use any refrigerant other than CFC-12. Today's rule also pro-vides that refrigerant (whether CFC-12 or a substitute) recovered from motor vehicles located at motor vehicle disposal facilities may be re-used in the MVAC service sector only if it has been properly recovered and reclaimed, or if it has been properly recovered by persons who are either employees, owners or operators of the facilities, or technicians certified under section 609 of the Act, using approved equipment, and subsequently recycled using approved refrigerant recycling equipment prior to use in recharging an MVAC or MVAC-like appliance. The rule also establishes conditions under which owners and operators of motor vehicle disposal facilities may sell refrigerant recovered from such vehicles to technicians certified under section 609 of the act. Finally, the rule establishes standards for mobile recovery and recycling service of MVACs. The rule also clarifies certain provisions in the existing regulatory text. Today's rule increases industry flexibility in selecting and purchasing proper recovery and recycling equipment by establishing standards for equipment that recovers and/or recycles refrigerants other than CFC-12, and by approving independent testing organizations that certify such equipment. This final action facilitates compliance with section 608(c)(2) of the Act, which prohibits venting refrigerants to the atmosphere. By promoting the recycling or reclamation of all refrigerants from MVACs and MVAC-like appliances, … | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33738/protection-of-stratospheric-ozone | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33738.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | On July 14, 1992, EPA published a final rule in the Federal Register, pursuant to section 609 of the Clean Air Act, as amended (the Act), establishing standards and requirements regarding the servicing of motor vehicle air conditioners (MVACs) that use... |
| 97-33742 | National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan; National Priorities List Update | Rule | The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6 announces the deletion of the Cleve Reber Superfund Site (the ``Site'') located in Ascension Parish, Louisiana from the National Priorities List (NPL). The NPL, promulgated pursuant to Section 105 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) of 1980, is codified at Appendix B to the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP), 40 CFR Part 300. With the concurrence of the State of Louisiana through the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ), EPA has determined that responsible parties have implemented all appropriate response actions required at the Site (neither the CERCLA-required five-year reviews, nor operation and maintenance of the constructed remedy is considered further response action for these purposes), that all appropriate Hazardous Substance Response Trust Fund (``Fund'') financed response actions under CERCLA have been implemented, and that no further response action by responsible parties is appropriate. Moreover, EPA, with State of Louisiana concurrence through the LDEQ, has determined that Site investigations show that the Site now poses no significant threat to public health or the environment; consequently, pursuant to CERCLA Section 105, and 40 CFR 300.425(e), the Site is hereby deleted from the NPL. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33742/national-oil-and-hazardous-substances-pollution-contingency-plan-national-priorities-list-update | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33742.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6 announces the deletion of the Cleve Reber Superfund Site (the ``Site'') located in Ascension Parish, Louisiana from the National Priorities List (NPL). The NPL, promulgated pursuant to Section 105 of... |
| 97-33754 | Pilot, Flight Instructor, Ground Instructor, and Pilot School Certification Rules | Rule | This document disposes of comments on an age limitation provision in a final rule published on April 4, 1997. That final rule amended the certification, training, and experience requirements for pilots, flight instructors, and ground instructors, and the certification requirements for pilot schools approved by the FAA. This document also revises certain references in the Federal Aviation Regulations to conform to the references in that final rule. These revisions will not impose any additional restrictions on persons affected by the regulations. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33754/pilot-flight-instructor-ground-instructor-and-pilot-school-certification-rules | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33754.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This document disposes of comments on an age limitation provision in a final rule published on April 4, 1997. That final rule amended the certification, training, and experience requirements for pilots, flight instructors, and ground instructors, and... |
| 97-33761 | Realignment of Jet Routes; Texas | Rule | This rule realigns 14 jet routes located in the Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), TX, area. These realignments will remove all high altitude navigation routes from the DFW Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) and realign them to existing navigational aids (NAVAID) located in the DFW area. This action completes a portion of a master plan to relocate the DFW VORTAC 3/4 nautical miles (NM) to the west of its current position and to provide more NAVAID capacity for airport traffic use by eliminating the high altitude en route traffic service. Additionally, Jet Route 66 (J-66) is further realigned west of the DFW area to include the Big Springs, TX, VORTAC as part of its route structure. This realignment will allow pilots to fly at lower minimum en route altitudes (MEA) between the Newman, TX, and Abilene, TX, VORTACs. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33761/realignment-of-jet-routes-texas | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33761.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This rule realigns 14 jet routes located in the Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), TX, area. These realignments will remove all high altitude navigation routes from the DFW Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) and realign... |
| 97-33769 | Control of Air Pollution: Emission Standards for New Nonroad Compression-Ignition Engines at or Above 37 Kilowatts; Preemption of State Regulation for Nonroad Engine and Vehicle Standards; Amendments to Rules | Rule | This direct final rulemaking, consistent with an order and opinion from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, amends EPA's regulations setting emission standards for large (at or above 37 kilowatts) nonroad compression ignition engines, and EPA's regulations establishing procedures for EPA authorization of California nonroad emission standards. Specifically, EPA is withdrawing portions of an interpretive rule which set forth the Agency's position on the Clean Air Act (Act) regarding the status of certain internal combustion engines manufactured before the effective date of the final rulemaking promulgating EPA's definition of nonroad engine. Additionally, consistent with the D.C. Circuit opinion, EPA also is amending the remaining text of this interpretive rule, as well as EPA's regulations issued under section 209(e) of the Act regarding the Agency's California nonroad standards authorization process, to clarify that California must seek authorization from EPA prior to enforcing standards and other requirements relating to emissions from any nonroad vehicles or engines, and not just new nonroad vehicles and engines, which was the original language used in these regulations. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33769/control-of-air-pollution-emission-standards-for-new-nonroad-compression-ignition-engines-at-or-above | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33769.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | This direct final rulemaking, consistent with an order and opinion from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, amends EPA's regulations setting emission standards for large (at or above 37 kilowatts) nonroad compression... |
| 97-33808 | Payments Pursuant to Court Decree or Court-Approved Property Settlement | Rule | The Railroad Retirement Board hereby amends its regulations under part 295 by eliminating the Medicare Part B premium as a deduction from the amount of benefits available for division in a divorce proceeding or property settlement related to a divorce or legal separation. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33808/payments-pursuant-to-court-decree-or-court-approved-property-settlement | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33808.pdf | Railroad Retirement Board | 444 | The Railroad Retirement Board hereby amends its regulations under part 295 by eliminating the Medicare Part B premium as a deduction from the amount of benefits available for division in a divorce proceeding or property settlement related to a divorce... |
| 97-33828 | Public Information | Rule | The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) hereby revises and reissues the regulations governing the availability of information to the public found in 7 CFR part 412. The intended effect of this rule is to redesignate FCIC office from whom information may be requested by the public, and the location and type of information to the public. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33828/public-information | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33828.pdf | Agriculture Department; Federal Crop Insurance Corporation | 12,163 | The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) hereby revises and reissues the regulations governing the availability of information to the public found in 7 CFR part 412. The intended effect of this rule is to redesignate FCIC office from whom... |
| 97-33840 | Blocked Persons, Specially Designated Nationals, Specially Designated Terrorists, Specially Designated Narcotics Traffickers, and Blocked Vessels: Addition of Foreign Terrorist Organizations; Removal of One Individual | Rule | The Treasury Department is adding to appendix A to 31 CFR chapter V the names of 30 foreign terrorist organizations whose funds are required to be blocked by U.S. financial institutions, and removing from appendices A and B the name of one individual determined to no longer be subject to the criteria for designation under sanctions administered against Iraq. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33840/blocked-persons-specially-designated-nationals-specially-designated-terrorists-specially-designated | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33840.pdf | Treasury Department; Foreign Assets Control Office | 497,203 | The Treasury Department is adding to appendix A to 31 CFR chapter V the names of 30 foreign terrorist organizations whose funds are required to be blocked by U.S. financial institutions, and removing from appendices A and B the name of one individual... |
| 97-33864 | Amendment of Legal Descriptions of Federal Airways; Porterville, CA | Rule | This action amends the legal descriptions of two Federal airways that include the Porterville Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) as part of their route structure. Currently, the VOR/DME and the Porterville Municipal Airport share the ``Porterville'' name, even though they are not collocated. This situation has led to confusion among users. To eliminate this confusion, the ``Porterville VOR/DME'' will be renamed the ``Tule VOR/DME.'' The effective date of this name change will coincide with this rulemaking action. This action amends the legal descriptions of those airways affected by the VOR/DME name change. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33864/amendment-of-legal-descriptions-of-federal-airways-porterville-ca | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33864.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This action amends the legal descriptions of two Federal airways that include the Porterville Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) as part of their route structure. Currently, the VOR/DME and the Porterville... |
| 97-33866 | Modification of VOR Federal Airway V-204; Yakima, WA | Rule | This action reduces the width of Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V-204 east of the Yakima, WA, Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) from 4 to 3 nautical miles (NM) north of the airway centerline. Currently, the northern edge of V-204 penetrates Special Use Airspace Restricted Area R-6714 (R-6714), thus creating an inefficient and potentially hazardous situation. The FAA is taking this action to enhance the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations in the vicinity of Yakima VORTAC. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33866/modification-of-vor-federal-airway-v-204-yakima-wa | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33866.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This action reduces the width of Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airway V-204 east of the Yakima, WA, Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) from 4 to 3 nautical miles (NM) north of the airway... |
| 97-33867 | Change of Using Agency for Restricted Areas R-4105A and R-4105B; No Man's Land Island, MA | Rule | This action changes the using agency for Restricted Areas R- 4105A (R-4105A) and R-4105B (R-4105B), No Man's Land Island, MA, from the ``U.S. Navy, Commanding Officer, Naval Air Station (NAS) South Weymouth, MA,'' to ``Air National Guard (ANG), 104th Fighter Wing, Barnes Municipal Airport, Westfield, MA.'' This change is required due to the closure of NAS South Weymouth. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33867/change-of-using-agency-for-restricted-areas-r-4105a-and-r-4105b-no-mans-land-island-ma | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33867.pdf | Transportation Department | 492 | This action changes the using agency for Restricted Areas R- 4105A (R-4105A) and R-4105B (R-4105B), No Man's Land Island, MA, from the ``U.S. Navy, Commanding Officer, Naval Air Station (NAS) South Weymouth, MA,'' to ``Air National Guard (ANG), 104th... |
| 97-33874 | Finding Aids; Terminology; Benefits Payable in Terminated Single- Employer Plans; Allocation of Assets in Single-Employer Plans | Rule | On July 1, 1996, the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation published in the Federal Register (at 61 FR 34001, FR Doc. 96-16398) a final rule reorganizing, renumbering, and reinventing its regulations. This document contains corrections to 29 CFR Parts 4000, 4001, 4022, and 4044 as so published. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33874/finding-aids-terminology-benefits-payable-in-terminated-single--employer-plans-allocation-of-assets | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33874.pdf | Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation | 405 | On July 1, 1996, the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation published in the Federal Register (at 61 FR 34001, FR Doc. 96-16398) a final rule reorganizing, renumbering, and reinventing its regulations. This document contains corrections to 29 CFR Parts... |
| 97-33875 | Restriction on Assisted Suicide, Euthanasia, and Mercy Killing | Rule | This final rule is intended to implement a new statutory restriction that amends the Legal Services Corporation Act and is applicable to recipients of grants from the Legal Services Corporation. The restriction prohibits the use of LSC funds by recipients for legal or other assistance that would cause, assist in, advocate for, or fund assisted suicide, euthanasia, or mercy killing. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33875/restriction-on-assisted-suicide-euthanasia-and-mercy-killing | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33875.pdf | Legal Services Corporation | 276 | This final rule is intended to implement a new statutory restriction that amends the Legal Services Corporation Act and is applicable to recipients of grants from the Legal Services Corporation. The restriction prohibits the use of LSC funds by... |
| 97-33886 | Point Reyes/Farallon Islands National Marine Sanctuary | Rule | This document contains a correction to the final regulation which was published on January 27, 1997 (62 FR 3788). That regulation changed the name of the Point Reyes/Farallon Islands National Marine Sanctuary to the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary. This document corrects the January 27, 1997 final regulation by instructing that all uses of the acronym ``PRNMS'' are changed to ``GFNMS'' within part 922 of title 15 of the Code of Federal Regulations. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33886/point-reyesfarallon-islands-national-marine-sanctuary | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33886.pdf | Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 54,361 | This document contains a correction to the final regulation which was published on January 27, 1997 (62 FR 3788). That regulation changed the name of the Point Reyes/Farallon Islands National Marine Sanctuary to the Gulf of the Farallones National... |
| 97-33887 | Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and South Atlantic; Reef Fish Fishery of the Gulf of Mexico; Amendment 15; OMB Control Numbers | Rule | NMFS issues this final rule to implement the approved measures in Amendment 15 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Reef Fish Resources of the Gulf of Mexico (FMP). Amendment 15 and this rule replace the current commercial red snapper endorsement and trip limit system with a system comprised of two classes of transferrable red snapper licenses and trip limits; split the red snapper commercial fishing season into two time periods, the first commencing February 1 with two-thirds of the annual quota available and the second commencing on September 1 with the remainder of the annual quota available; open the red snapper commercial fishery at noon on the first of each month and close it at noon on the 15th of each month during the commercial season; prohibit the possession of reef fish in excess of the bag limit on a vessel that has on board, or is tending, a trap other than a fish, stone crab, or spiny lobster trap; limit the harvest of greater amberjack to the bag limit each year during March through May; remove sea basses (black, bank, and rock sea bass), grunts, and porgies from the FMP; and remove certain species from the aggregate bag limit for reef fish. As approved in Amendment 15, the increase in the minimum size limit for vermilion snapper, currently in effect as an interim measure, is continued indefinitely. In addition, this rule excludes certain species from the prohibition on their harvest using powerheads in the stressed area and corrects and clarifies the regulations. Finally, NMFS informs the public of the approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) of the collection-of-information requirements contained in this rule, publishes the OMB control number for these collections, and corrects the list of control numbers applicable to Title 50 of the Code of Federal Regulations. The intended effects of this rule are to conserve and manage the reef fish resources of the Gulf of Mexico. This rule also extends indefinately the effectiveness of the interim final rule regarding vermilion snapper size l… | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33887/fisheries-of-the-caribbean-gulf-of-mexico-and-south-atlantic-reef-fish-fishery-of-the-gulf-of-mexico | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33887.pdf | Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 54,361 | NMFS issues this final rule to implement the approved measures in Amendment 15 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Reef Fish Resources of the Gulf of Mexico (FMP). Amendment 15 and this rule replace the current commercial red snapper endorsement and... |
| 97-33889 | Fisheries of the Northeastern United States; Summer Flounder Fishery; Commercial Quota Harvested for Virginia | Rule | NMFS announces that the summer flounder commercial quota available to the Commonwealth of Virginia has been harvested. Vessels issued a commercial Federal fisheries permit for the summer flounder fishery may not land summer flounder in Virginia for the remainder of calendar year 1997, unless additional quota becomes available through a transfer. Regulations governing the summer flounder fishery require publication of this notice to advise the Commonwealth of Virginia that the quota has been harvested and to advise vessel and dealer permit holders that no commercial quota is available for landing summer flounder in Virginia. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33889/fisheries-of-the-northeastern-united-states-summer-flounder-fishery-commercial-quota-harvested-for | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33889.pdf | Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 54,361 | NMFS announces that the summer flounder commercial quota available to the Commonwealth of Virginia has been harvested. Vessels issued a commercial Federal fisheries permit for the summer flounder fishery may not land summer flounder in Virginia for the... |
| 97-33892 | Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Extension of the Interim Groundfish Observer Program through 1998 | Rule | NMFS issues a final rule to implement a regulatory amendment to extend with some minor revisions the current groundfish observer coverage requirements and implementing regulations for the North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program (Observer Program) that are in effect through December 31, 1997. This action is necessary to assure uninterrupted observer coverage requirements through 1998. This action also provides notice of changes to observer qualifications and observer training/briefing requirements, which are non-codified elements of the Observer Program. This action is intended to accomplish the objectives of the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska and the Fishery Management Plan for the Groundfish Fishery of the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Area (FMPs). | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33892/fisheries-of-the-exclusive-economic-zone-off-alaska-extension-of-the-interim-groundfish-observer | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33892.pdf | Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 54,361 | NMFS issues a final rule to implement a regulatory amendment to extend with some minor revisions the current groundfish observer coverage requirements and implementing regulations for the North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program (Observer Program)... |
| 97-33893 | Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Closures of Specified Groundfish Fisheries in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands | Rule | NMFS is closing specified groundfish fisheries in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands management area (BSAI). This action is necessary to prevent exceeding the prohibited species bycatch allowances and directed fishing allowances specified for the 1998 interim total allowable catch (TAC) amounts. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33893/fisheries-of-the-exclusive-economic-zone-off-alaska-closures-of-specified-groundfish-fisheries-in | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33893.pdf | Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 54,361 | NMFS is closing specified groundfish fisheries in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands management area (BSAI). This action is necessary to prevent exceeding the prohibited species bycatch allowances and directed fishing allowances specified for the 1998... |
| 97-33907 | Onions Grown in South Texas; Decreased Assessment Rate | Rule | This interim final rule decreases the assessment rate established for the South Texas Onion Committee (Committee) under Marketing Order No. 959 for the 1997-98 and subsequent fiscal periods. The Committee is responsible for local administration of the marketing order which regulates the handling of onions grown in South Texas. Authorization to assess Texas onion handlers enables the Committee to incur expenses that are reasonable and necessary to administer the program. The 1997-98 fiscal period began August 1 and ends July 31. The assessment rate will continue in effect indefinitely unless modified, suspended, or terminated. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33907/onions-grown-in-south-texas-decreased-assessment-rate | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33907.pdf | Agriculture Department; Agricultural Marketing Service | 12,9 | This interim final rule decreases the assessment rate established for the South Texas Onion Committee (Committee) under Marketing Order No. 959 for the 1997-98 and subsequent fiscal periods. The Committee is responsible for local administration of the... |
| 97-33919 | New Animal Drugs for Use in Animal Feeds; Chlortetracycline, Sulfathiazole, Penicillin | Rule | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is amending the animal drug regulations to reflect approval of an abbreviated new animal drug application (ANADA) filed by Hoffmann-La Roche, Inc. The ANADA provides for use of a fixed combination Type A medicated article containing chlortetracycline, sulfathiazole, and penicillin to make a Type C medicated swine feed. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33919/new-animal-drugs-for-use-in-animal-feeds-chlortetracycline-sulfathiazole-penicillin | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33919.pdf | Health and Human Services Department; Food and Drug Administration | 221,199 | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is amending the animal drug regulations to reflect approval of an abbreviated new animal drug application (ANADA) filed by Hoffmann-La Roche, Inc. The ANADA provides for use of a fixed combination Type A medicated... |
| 97-33920 | New Animal Drugs And Related Products; Change of Sponsor | Rule | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is amending the animal drug regulations to reflect a change of sponsor for seven new animal drug applications (NADA's) from Rhone-Poulenc, Inc., to Alpharma Inc. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33920/new-animal-drugs-and-related-products-change-of-sponsor | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33920.pdf | Health and Human Services Department; Food and Drug Administration | 221,199 | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is amending the animal drug regulations to reflect a change of sponsor for seven new animal drug applications (NADA's) from Rhone-Poulenc, Inc., to Alpharma Inc. |
| 97-33930 | Final Flood Elevation Determinations | Rule | Base (1% annual chance) flood elevations and modified base flood elevations are made final for the communities listed below. The base flood elevations and modified base flood elevations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that each community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of being already in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33930/final-flood-elevation-determinations | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33930.pdf | Federal Emergency Management Agency | 166 | Base (1% annual chance) flood elevations and modified base flood elevations are made final for the communities listed below. The base flood elevations and modified base flood elevations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that each... |
| 97-33932 | Changes in Flood Elevation Determinations | Rule | Modified base (1% annual chance) flood elevations are finalized for the communities listed below. These modified elevations will be used to calculate flood insurance premium rates for new buildings and their contents. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33932/changes-in-flood-elevation-determinations | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33932.pdf | Federal Emergency Management Agency | 166 | Modified base (1% annual chance) flood elevations are finalized for the communities listed below. These modified elevations will be used to calculate flood insurance premium rates for new buildings and their contents. |
| 97-33933 | Changes in Flood Elevation Determinations | Rule | This interim rule lists communities where modification of the base (1% annual chance) flood elevations is appropriate because of new scientific or technical data. New flood insurance premium rates will be calculated from the modified base flood elevations for new buildings and their contents. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33933/changes-in-flood-elevation-determinations | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33933.pdf | Federal Emergency Management Agency | 166 | This interim rule lists communities where modification of the base (1% annual chance) flood elevations is appropriate because of new scientific or technical data. New flood insurance premium rates will be calculated from the modified base flood... |
| 97-33956 | Air Bag On-Off Switches | Rule | This document amends a final rule which allows motor vehicle dealers and repair businesses to install retrofit manual on-off switches for air bags in motor vehicles. The rule requires the on-off switch to be key operated and requires a telltale that indicates the operating status of the air bag. NHTSA has determined that the language of the regulatory text could be mistakenly interpreted to require a key specifically matched to the on-off switch and that the rule was ambiguous as to how the readiness indicator should function when one or both air bags have been deactivated by means of the on-off switch. This rule revises the language of the regulatory text to clarify these issues. It also corrects a clerical error found in the original regulatory text. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33956/air-bag-on-off-switches | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33956.pdf | Transportation Department; National Highway Traffic Safety Administration | 492,345 | This document amends a final rule which allows motor vehicle dealers and repair businesses to install retrofit manual on-off switches for air bags in motor vehicles. The rule requires the on-off switch to be key operated and requires a telltale that... |
| 97-33967 | Withdrawal of Direct Final Rule for Project XL Site-Specific Rulemaking for Molex, Inc., 700 Kingbird Road Facility, Lincoln, NE | Rule | Due to adverse comment, EPA is withdrawing the direct final rule for the Project XL Site-Specific Rulemaking for Molex, Inc., 700 Kingbird Road Facility, Lincoln, NE. EPA published the direct final rule on November 3, 1997 at 62 FR 59287-59290. As stated in the Federal Register document, if adverse or critical comments were received by December 3, 1997 the effective date would be delayed and notice would be published in the Federal Register. EPA subsequently received adverse comments on that direct final rule. EPA will address the comments received in the companion proposal which was published in the November 3, 1997 Federal Register at 62 FR 59332-59334. EPA will not institute a second comment period. | 1997-12-30 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/30/97-33967/withdrawal-of-direct-final-rule-for-project-xl-site-specific-rulemaking-for-molex-inc-700-kingbird | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-30/pdf/97-33967.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | Due to adverse comment, EPA is withdrawing the direct final rule for the Project XL Site-Specific Rulemaking for Molex, Inc., 700 Kingbird Road Facility, Lincoln, NE. EPA published the direct final rule on November 3, 1997 at 62 FR 59287-59290. As... |
| 97-33248 | Deposits of Excise Taxes | Rule | This document contains temporary regulations relating to the availability of the safe harbor deposit rule based on look-back quarter liability and affects persons required to make deposits of excise taxes. This document also contains temporary regulations relating to floor stocks taxes and affects persons liable for those taxes. The regulations implement certain changes made by the Small Business Job Protection Act of 1996 (the 1996 Act) and the Airport and Airway Trust Fund Tax Reinstatement Act of 1997 (the 1997 Act). The text of these regulations also serves as the text of the proposed regulations set forth in the notice of proposed rulemaking on this subject in the Proposed Rules section of this issue of the Federal Register. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33248/deposits-of-excise-taxes | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33248.pdf | Treasury Department; Internal Revenue Service | 497,254 | This document contains temporary regulations relating to the availability of the safe harbor deposit rule based on look-back quarter liability and affects persons required to make deposits of excise taxes. This document also contains temporary... |
| 97-33257 | Visas: Grounds of Ineligibility | Rule | This rule implements the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA). The act adds new grounds of inadmissibility to the United States for: certain aliens who have not been inoculated against infectious diseases designated by statute or by the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP); aliens who have been subject to certain civil penalties; alien student visa abusers; aliens present in the United States without admission or parole; aliens who fail to attend removal proceedings; unlawful alien voters; and former citizens who renounced United States citizenship in order to avoid paying taxes. Some of the sections cited above also provide for waivers of a number of grounds of inadmissibility. The rule also incorporates into the Department's regulations a delegation of authority from the Immigration and Naturalization Service pertaining to waivers of inadmissibility under Sec. 212(a)(1)(A)(ii) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), as amended. Finally, this rule makes a few miscellaneous technical corrections. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33257/visas-grounds-of-ineligibility | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33257.pdf | State Department | 476 | This rule implements the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA). The act adds new grounds of inadmissibility to the United States for: certain aliens who have not been inoculated against infectious diseases... |
| 97-33602 | Application of HIPAA Group Market Portability Rules to Health Flexible Spending Arrangements | Rule | This document clarifies that it is appropriate to treat benefits under certain health flexible spending arrangements as excepted benefits for purposes of the group market portability provisions added by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33602/application-of-hipaa-group-market-portability-rules-to-health-flexible-spending-arrangements | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33602.pdf | Treasury Department; Internal Revenue Service; Labor Department; Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration; Health and Human Services Department; Health Care Finance Administration | 497,254,271,404,221,559 | This document clarifies that it is appropriate to treat benefits under certain health flexible spending arrangements as excepted benefits for purposes of the group market portability provisions added by the Health Insurance Portability and... |
| 97-33603 | Application of HIPAA Group Market Rules to Individuals Who Were Denied Coverage Due to a Health Status-Related Factor | Rule | This document addresses certain issues arising under the group market portability provisions added by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) with respect to employees (or their dependents) who, until the effective date of the HIPAA nondiscrimination provisions, were denied coverage under a group health plan, including group health insurance coverage, because of a health status-related factor. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33603/application-of-hipaa-group-market-rules-to-individuals-who-were-denied-coverage-due-to-a-health | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33603.pdf | Treasury Department; Internal Revenue Service; Labor Department; Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration; Health and Human Services Department; Health Care Finance Administration | 497,254,271,404,221,559 | This document addresses certain issues arising under the group market portability provisions added by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) with respect to employees (or their dependents) who, until the effective date... |
| 97-33640 | Inspection and Certification Fees and Charges | Rule | NMFS announces changes in its fees and charges for voluntary fishery products inspection, grading, and certification services. NMFS increased the basic fee for full-time in-plant inspection services by $1.95, making the hourly rate $44.40. This fee reflects increases in salary and includes a 3-percent base salary increase and varying locality pay increases effective January 1998. NMFS is continuing its separate fee structure for facilities with less than full-time contract services. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33640/inspection-and-certification-fees-and-charges | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33640.pdf | Commerce Department; National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | 54,361 | NMFS announces changes in its fees and charges for voluntary fishery products inspection, grading, and certification services. NMFS increased the basic fee for full-time in-plant inspection services by $1.95, making the hourly rate $44.40. This fee... |
| 97-33667 | Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-120 Series Airplanes | Rule | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to all EMBRAER Model EMB-120 series airplanes. This action requires a one-time inspection of the movable backstop of the elevator pitch trim command system to ensure that it is installed correctly, and corrective action, if necessary. This action also requires installation of a guide to maintain the movable backstop in its correct position. This amendment is prompted by issuance of mandatory continuing airworthiness information by a foreign civil airworthiness authority. The actions specified in this AD are intended to prevent a sudden change in pitch attitude caused by autopilot disconnect, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33667/airworthiness-directives-empresa-brasileira-de-aeronautica-sa-embraer-model-emb-120-series-airplanes | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33667.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to all EMBRAER Model EMB-120 series airplanes. This action requires a one-time inspection of the movable backstop of the elevator pitch trim command system to ensure that it is... |
| 97-33668 | Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747-100, 747-200, 747-300, 747SR, and 747SP Series Airplanes | Rule | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain Boeing Model 747-100, 747-200, 747-300, 747SR, and 747SP series airplanes. This action requires a one-time inspection to detect cracking of the longeron splice fittings at stringer 11, on the left and right sides at body station 2598, and replacement of any cracked fitting with a new fitting. This amendment is prompted by reports that fatigue cracking was found on longeron splice fittings. The actions specified in this AD are intended to detect and correct such fatigue cracking, which could result in reduced controllability of the horizontal stabilizer. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33668/airworthiness-directives-boeing-model-747-100-747-200-747-300-747sr-and-747sp-series-airplanes | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33668.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to certain Boeing Model 747-100, 747-200, 747-300, 747SR, and 747SP series airplanes. This action requires a one-time inspection to detect cracking of the longeron splice... |
| 97-33682 | Regattas and Marine Parades | Rule | The Coast Guard is delaying the effective date of the interim rule on regatta and marine parades published in the Federal Register on June 26, 1996. The interim rule more precisely identifies those marine events which require a permit, those which require only written notice to the Coast Guard, and those which require neither. A change in the effective date from January 1, 1998, to January 1, 1999, is necessary to allow additional time to further assess the potential impact, if any, of the interim rule on the environment. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33682/regattas-and-marine-parades | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33682.pdf | Transportation Department; Coast Guard | 492,53 | The Coast Guard is delaying the effective date of the interim rule on regatta and marine parades published in the Federal Register on June 26, 1996. The interim rule more precisely identifies those marine events which require a permit, those which... |
| 97-33686 | Rule Concerning Disclosures Regarding Energy Consumption and Water Use of Certain Home Appliances and Other Products Required Under the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (``Appliance Labeling Rule'') | Rule | The Federal Trade Commission (``Commission'') revises Table 1 in section 305.9 of the Commission's Appliance Labeling Rule (``the Rule''), to incorporate the latest figures for average unit energy costs as published by the Department of Energy (``DOE'') in the Federal Register on December 8, 1997. Table I sets forth the representative average unit energy costs for five residential energy sources, which the Commission revises periodically on the basis of updated information provided by DOE. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33686/rule-concerning-disclosures-regarding-energy-consumption-and-water-use-of-certain-home-appliances | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33686.pdf | Federal Trade Commission | 192 | The Federal Trade Commission (``Commission'') revises Table 1 in section 305.9 of the Commission's Appliance Labeling Rule (``the Rule''), to incorporate the latest figures for average unit energy costs as published by the Department of Energy... |
| 97-33691 | VISAS: Public Charge | Rule | This rule amends Department of State regulations by establishing uniform procedures for the acceptance of affidavits of support by consular posts abroad as required by the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). This rule is necessary to ensure proper adjudication of immigrant visas under the INA. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33691/visas-public-charge | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33691.pdf | State Department | 476 | This rule amends Department of State regulations by establishing uniform procedures for the acceptance of affidavits of support by consular posts abroad as required by the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). This rule is necessary to ensure proper... |
| 97-33737 | Louisiana: Final Authorization and Incorporation by Reference of State Hazardous Waste Management Program | Rule | Louisiana has revised its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The EPA has reviewed Louisiana's changes to its program and has made a decision, subject to public review and comment, that Louisiana's hazardous waste program revisions satisfy all of the requirements necessary to qualify for final authorization. Unless adverse written comments are received during the review and comment period provided for public participation in this process, EPA's decision to approve Louisiana's hazardous waste program revisions will take effect as provided below. Louisiana's program revisions are available for public review and comment. The EPA uses part 272 of Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) to provide notice of the authorization status of State programs, and to incorporate by reference EPA's approval of those provisions of the State statutes and regulations that EPA will enforce under RCRA Sections 3008, 3013 and 7003. Thus, EPA intends to codify the Louisiana authorized State program in 40 CFR part 272. The purpose of this action is to incorporate by reference EPA's approval of Louisiana's base hazardous waste program and its revisions to that program. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33737/louisiana-final-authorization-and-incorporation-by-reference-of-state-hazardous-waste-management | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33737.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | Louisiana has revised its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The EPA has reviewed Louisiana's changes to its program and has made a decision, subject to public review and comment, that Louisiana's hazardous... |
| 97-33750 | Central Liquidity Facility | Rule | The National Credit Union Central Liquidity Facility (the Facility), a mixed-ownership government corporation within the NCUA, serves as a liquidity source for its member credit unions. The NCUA Board is issuing this rule to permit the Facility to take, in lieu of a blanket security interest, a first priority security interest in specific assets of the credit union with a net book value at least equal to 110% of the amounts owed on the Facility advance or Agent loan. The final rule will provide credit unions with greater flexibility in their normal operations while ensuring that the Facility is adequately protected for any loans that it makes. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33750/central-liquidity-facility | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33750.pdf | National Credit Union Administration | 335 | The National Credit Union Central Liquidity Facility (the Facility), a mixed-ownership government corporation within the NCUA, serves as a liquidity source for its member credit unions. The NCUA Board is issuing this rule to permit the Facility to... |
| 97-33753 | Reduced Vertical Separation Operations | Rule | On March 27, 1997, the FAA adopted requirements for Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) airspace. The rule provided requirements for operating in airspace between flight level (FL) 290 and FL 410, with assigned altitudes separated by a minimum of 1,000 feet, rather than the 2,000 foot minimum separation previously required above FL 290. The amendment made more tracks and altitudes available for air traffic control to assign to operators, thus increasing efficiency of operations and air traffic capacity. The action maintained a level of safety equal to or greater than that provided by the previous regulations by requiring improved altitude-keeping performance to participate in RVSM. This action is a summary and disposition of comments received on the final rule. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33753/reduced-vertical-separation-operations | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33753.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | On March 27, 1997, the FAA adopted requirements for Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) airspace. The rule provided requirements for operating in airspace between flight level (FL) 290 and FL 410, with assigned altitudes separated by a minimum... |
| 97-33755 | Standard Instrument Approach Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments | Rule | This amendment establishes, amends, suspends, or revokes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, addition of new obstacles, or changes in air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33755/standard-instrument-approach-procedures-miscellaneous-amendments | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33755.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment establishes, amends, suspends, or revokes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes... |
| 97-33756 | Standard Instrument Approach Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments | Rule | This amendment establishes, amends, suspends, or revokes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, addition of new obstacles, or changes in air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33756/standard-instrument-approach-procedures-miscellaneous-amendments | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33756.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment establishes, amends, suspends, or revokes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the... |
| 97-33757 | Standard Instrument Approach Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments | Rule | This amendment establishes, amends, suspends, or revokes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAP's) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, addition of new obstacles, or changes in air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33757/standard-instrument-approach-procedures-miscellaneous-amendments | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33757.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment establishes, amends, suspends, or revokes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAP's) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes... |
| 97-33760 | Realignment of VOR Federal Airway; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX | Rule | This rule realigns Federal Airway 369 (V-369) located in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, area. Specifically, V-369 will be realigned to include the newly activated Groesbeck, TX, Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Distance Measuring Equipment (VOR/DME) Navigational Aid (NAVAID) as part of its route structure. As a result, the minimum en route altitude (MEA) on V-369 between the Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC), TX, and the Navasota, TX, VORTAC will be lowered. Lowering the MEA increases the capacity of the airway because it increases the number of altitudes that are available for air traffic control assignment to airway users. Overall, this action increases the efficiency of operations in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33760/realignment-of-vor-federal-airway-dallasfort-worth-tx | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33760.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This rule realigns Federal Airway 369 (V-369) located in the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, area. Specifically, V-369 will be realigned to include the newly activated Groesbeck, TX, Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range/Distance Measuring Equipment... |
| 97-33764 | Louisiana: Final Authorization of State Hazardous Waste Management Program Revisions | Rule | The State of Louisiana has applied for authorization to revise its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Louisiana's revisions consist of regulations which specifically govern hazardous waste combustion at Boilers and Industrial Furnaces (BIF's). Louisiana requirements are listed on the chart included in this document. Upon approval, Louisiana will be authorized to regulate air emissions from the BIFs. Currently, such waste is regulated by EPA. Louisiana will be authorized to issue BIF permits and to ensure that all permits issued to hazardous waste combustion facilities are protective of human health and the environment. Louisiana agrees to ensure compliance with all terms of the trial burn plans and schedules that are approved by EPA prior to authorization. The EPA has reviewed Louisiana's application and determined that its hazardous waste program revision satisfies all the requirements necessary to qualify for final authorization. Unless adverse written comments are received on this action during the review and comment period provided in a companion document in the ``Proposed Rules'' section of today's Federal Register, EPA's decision to approve Louisiana's hazardous waste program revision will take effect as provided below. Louisiana's application for the program revision is available for public review and comment. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33764/louisiana-final-authorization-of-state-hazardous-waste-management-program-revisions | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33764.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | The State of Louisiana has applied for authorization to revise its hazardous waste program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Louisiana's revisions consist of regulations which specifically govern hazardous waste combustion at... |
| 97-33765 | Approval and Promulgation of State Plans For Designated Facilities and Pollutants: Illinois | Rule | The EPA approves the section 111(d)/129 State Plan submitted by Illinois on June 23, 1997, for implementing and enforcing the Emissions Guidelines (EG) applicable to existing Municipal Waste Combustors (MWCs) with capacity to combust more than 250 tons/day of municipal solid waste (MSW). Specifically, the State Plan imposes certain emission limits and control requirements for the existing such MWC in Illinois, the Robbins Resource Recovery Center (RRRC) in Robbins, Illinois. | 1997-12-29 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/29/97-33765/approval-and-promulgation-of-state-plans-for-designated-facilities-and-pollutants-illinois | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-29/pdf/97-33765.pdf | Environmental Protection Agency | 145 | The EPA approves the section 111(d)/129 State Plan submitted by Illinois on June 23, 1997, for implementing and enforcing the Emissions Guidelines (EG) applicable to existing Municipal Waste Combustors (MWCs) with capacity to combust more than 250... |
| 97-33119 | Control of Drug Use and Alcohol Misuse in Natural Gas, Liquefied Natural Gas, and Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Operations | Rule | This direct final rule amends the ``Scope and Compliance'' section of the Drug Testing Rules to revise the applicability requirement with respect to any operator whose employees are located outside the territory of the United States. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33119/control-of-drug-use-and-alcohol-misuse-in-natural-gas-liquefied-natural-gas-and-hazardous-liquid | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33119.pdf | Transportation Department; Research and Special Programs Administration | 492,451 | This direct final rule amends the ``Scope and Compliance'' section of the Drug Testing Rules to revise the applicability requirement with respect to any operator whose employees are located outside the territory of the United States. |
| 97-33289 | Pipeline Safety: Change in Response Plan Review Cycle | Rule | This direct final rule changes the reporting cycle for facility response plan submissions to 5 years for operators who are required to submit facility response plans to RSPA. Pipeline operators were previously required to submit facility response plans every 3 years. OPS is undertaking this change to improve safety by ensuring consistency between OPS requirements and those of the other federal agencies under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, and encouraging the use of integrated plans, while easing the burden on the regulated community. The comments to the docket have fully supported this change. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33289/pipeline-safety-change-in-response-plan-review-cycle | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33289.pdf | Transportation Department; Research and Special Programs Administration | 492,451 | This direct final rule changes the reporting cycle for facility response plan submissions to 5 years for operators who are required to submit facility response plans to RSPA. Pipeline operators were previously required to submit facility response plans... |
| 97-33418 | Medical Devices; Reports of Corrections and Removals; Stay of Effective Date of Information Collection Requirements | Rule | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is staying the effective date of the information collection requirements of a final rule to implement the provisions of the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990 (the SMDA) regarding reports of corrections and removals of medical devices. FDA is taking this action because the information collection requirements in the final rule have not yet been approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (the PRA). In the Federal Register of November 26, 1997, FDA announced that it sent the proposed information collection to OMB for review and clearance. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33418/medical-devices-reports-of-corrections-and-removals-stay-of-effective-date-of-information-collection | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33418.pdf | Health and Human Services Department; Food and Drug Administration | 221,199 | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is staying the effective date of the information collection requirements of a final rule to implement the provisions of the Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990 (the SMDA) regarding reports of corrections and removals... |
| 97-33477 | Alternate Compliance via Recognized Classification Society and U.S. Supplement to Rules | Rule | The Coast Guard is issuing regulations to provide owners of U.S. tank vessels, passenger vessels, cargo vessels, miscellaneous vessels and mobile offshore drilling units an alternative method to fulfill the requirements for vessel design, inspection and certification. Under this final rule, the Coast Guard can issue a certificate of inspection based upon reports by a recognized, authorized classification society that the vessel complies with the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974, as amended, the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973, as modified by the Protocol of 1978 relating thereto (MARPOL 73/78), other applicable international conventions, classification society rules and other specified requirements. This new procedure will reduce the burden on vessel owners and operators by establishing an alternative to the current Coast Guard inspection system that results in plan reviews and inspections by the vessel's classification society as well as by the Coast Guard. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33477/alternate-compliance-via-recognized-classification-society-and-us-supplement-to-rules | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33477.pdf | Transportation Department; Coast Guard | 492,53 | The Coast Guard is issuing regulations to provide owners of U.S. tank vessels, passenger vessels, cargo vessels, miscellaneous vessels and mobile offshore drilling units an alternative method to fulfill the requirements for vessel design, inspection... |
| 97-33482 | Delegations of Authority and Organization; Center for Devices and Radiological Health | Rule | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is amending the regulations for delegations of authority relating to functions performed by the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH). This amendment updates the titles of CDRH delegates and organizational components to reflect the organizational restructuring and also publishes delegations of authority to additional positions within CDRH. This action is intended to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the regulations. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33482/delegations-of-authority-and-organization-center-for-devices-and-radiological-health | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33482.pdf | Health and Human Services Department; Food and Drug Administration | 221,199 | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is amending the regulations for delegations of authority relating to functions performed by the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH). This amendment updates the titles of CDRH delegates and... |
| 97-33528 | International Management Code for the Safe Operation of Ships and for Pollution Prevention (International Safety Management (ISM) Code) | Rule | In a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) published on May 1, 1997, the Coast Guard proposed national regulations for responsible persons and their vessel(s) engaged on international and domestic voyages, to develop safety management systems to enhance vessel operating safety at sea, prevent human injury or loss of life, and avoid damage to the environment, in particular to the marine environment, and to property. Section 602 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-324) requires this action. This final rule completes those standards which will allow U.S. vessels that are certificated to engage on international voyages to meet the mandatory certification requirements, or voluntarily meet these safety standards for domestic voyages. It also provides standards to permit recognized organizations to apply for authorization from the U.S. to complete external audits and issue international convention certificates for U.S. vessels on behalf of the U.S. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33528/international-management-code-for-the-safe-operation-of-ships-and-for-pollution-prevention | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33528.pdf | Transportation Department; Coast Guard | 492,53 | In a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) published on May 1, 1997, the Coast Guard proposed national regulations for responsible persons and their vessel(s) engaged on international and domestic voyages, to develop safety management systems to enhance... |
| 97-33530 | Geological and Geophysical (G&G) Explorations of the Outer Continental Shelf | Rule | This rule revises MMS' regulations and expands the Notice requirement to include all oil, gas, and sulphur related G&G scientific research not conducted under a permit. The revisions also update the addresses for applying for a permit or filing a Notice, standardize definitions, describe the procedures for protecting archaeological resources, reflect changes in technology, and clarify the obligations of third parties who obtain G&G data and information collected under a permit. These revisions are being made because there have been instances of commercial G&G exploration being conducted by academia without a permit, the addresses for all the MMS regions have changed, changes in technology need to be incorporated, and permittees and third parties have questioned MMS access to certain G&G data and information that were collected under a permit and further processed by third parties. The modifications will enable MMS to better ensure safe use and environmental protection of the outer continental shelf (OCS) for all G&G related operations, expedite permit applications and Notices to MMS, and make the regulatory language clearer and more understandable. MMS also believes that it is necessary to more clearly assert its authority to acquire G&G data and information. Access to these data and information is needed to ensure that the U.S. Government receives fair market value on leases, especially in areas of complex geology, and for the Government to conduct analyses or assessments for royalty relief and other purposes. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33530/geological-and-geophysical-gandg-explorations-of-the-outer-continental-shelf | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33530.pdf | Interior Department; Minerals Management Service | 253,289 | This rule revises MMS' regulations and expands the Notice requirement to include all oil, gas, and sulphur related G&G scientific research not conducted under a permit. The revisions also update the addresses for applying for a permit or filing a... |
| 97-33542 | Defense Special Weapons Agency Privacy Program | Rule | The Defense Special Weapons Agency (DSWA) is adding two sections to its procedural rule for the DSWA Privacy Program. The two sections are entitled Disclosure of record to persons other than the individual to whom it pertains and Fees. The addition of these two sections helps an individual to better understand the DSWA Privacy Program. EFFECTIVE DATE: December 3, 1997. ADDRESSES: General Counsel, Defense Special Weapons Agency, 6801 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA 22310-3398. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mrs. Sandy Barker at (703) 325-7681. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Executive Order 12866. It has been determined that this Privacy Act rule for the Department of Defense does not constitute `significant regulatory action'. Analysis of the rule indicates that it does not have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more; does not create a serious inconsistency or otherwise interfere with an action taken or planned by another agency; does not materially alter the budgetary impact of entitlements, grants, user fees, or loan programs or the rights and obligations of recipients thereof; does not raise novel legal or policy issues arising out of legal mandates, the President's priorities, or the principles set forth in Executive Order 12866 (1993). Regulatory Flexibility Act. It has been determined that this Privacy Act rule for the Department of Defense does not have significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities because it is concerned only with the administration of Privacy Act systems of records within the Department of Defense. Paperwork Reduction Act. It has been determined that the Privacy Act rule for the Department of Defense imposes no information requirements beyond the Department of Defense and that the information collected within the Department of Defense is necessary and consistent with 5 U.S.C. 552a, known as the Privacy Act of 1974. The Defense Special Weapons Agency is adopting the changes previously published as a proposed rule on October 3, 1997, at 62 FR 51821. No … | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33542/defense-special-weapons-agency-privacy-program | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33542.pdf | Defense Department; Defense Special Weapons Agency | 103,110 | The Defense Special Weapons Agency (DSWA) is adding two sections to its procedural rule for the DSWA Privacy Program. The two sections are entitled Disclosure of record to persons other than the individual to whom it pertains and Fees. The addition of... |
| 97-33581 | Prevailing Rate Systems; Removal of Putnam, Richmond, and Rockland Counties, NY, and Monmouth County, NJ, from the New York, NY, Appropriated Fund Survey Area | Rule | The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is issuing a final rule to remove Putnam, Richmond, and Rockland Counties, NY, and Monmouth County, NJ, from the survey area of the New York, NY, appropriated fund Federal Wage System wage area. The four counties will remain in the area of application of the New York, NY, wage area. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33581/prevailing-rate-systems-removal-of-putnam-richmond-and-rockland-counties-ny-and-monmouth-county-nj | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33581.pdf | Personnel Management Office | 406 | The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is issuing a final rule to remove Putnam, Richmond, and Rockland Counties, NY, and Monmouth County, NJ, from the survey area of the New York, NY, appropriated fund Federal Wage System wage area. The four... |
| 97-33583 | Prevailing Rate Systems; Abolishment of Kansas City, MO, Special Wage Schedule for Printing Positions | Rule | The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is issuing an interim rule to abolish the Federal Wage System (FWS) special wage schedule for printing positions in the Kansas City, Missouri, wage area. Printing and lithographic employees in Kansas City will now be paid rates from the regular Kansas City wage schedule. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33583/prevailing-rate-systems-abolishment-of-kansas-city-mo-special-wage-schedule-for-printing-positions | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33583.pdf | Personnel Management Office | 406 | The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is issuing an interim rule to abolish the Federal Wage System (FWS) special wage schedule for printing positions in the Kansas City, Missouri, wage area. Printing and lithographic employees in Kansas City will... |
| 97-33588 | Functional Organization of the Rural Development Mission Area | Rule | The issuing agencies amend their regulations to reflect the reorganization of the Department of Agriculture. The intended effect of this action is to provide efficient utilization of Department personnel resources. This publication provides the function statements for organizational units within the Rural Development mission area, the Rural Housing Service, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, and the Rural Utilities Service. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33588/functional-organization-of-the-rural-development-mission-area | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33588.pdf | Agriculture Department; Rural Housing Service; Rural Utilities Service; Farm Service Agency | 12,458,460,157 | The issuing agencies amend their regulations to reflect the reorganization of the Department of Agriculture. The intended effect of this action is to provide efficient utilization of Department personnel resources. This publication provides the... |
| 97-33600 | Records Maintained on Individuals (Privacy Act) | Rule | The Department of Energy (DOE) amends its Privacy Act regulations by adding a system of records to the list of systems exempted from certain subsections of the Act. Exemption from certain subsections is needed to enable the Office of Inspector General (OIG) to perform its duties and responsibilities. The system of records is entitled ``Allegation-Based Inspections Files of the Office of Inspector General,'' and allows the Office of Inspector General to perform its functions mandated by statute, regulation or executive order. This system will maintain documents collected in the process of conducting inspections. An Office of Inspector General inspection is an examination of DOE or DOE contractor organizations, programs, projects, functions, or activities. This system of records covers only the files of inspections predicated on allegations or complaints and which identify subjects or sources of information by name. Inspections performed relate to sensitive allegations of wrongdoing received concerning certain individuals, including agency and DOE contractor employees, or other persons or entities with some relationship to the agency. Allegations include, but are not limited to, abuse of authority; misuse of government time, property, or position; conflicts of interest; whistleblower reprisal; or other non-criminal violations of law, rules, or regulations. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33600/records-maintained-on-individuals-privacy-act | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33600.pdf | Energy Department | 136 | The Department of Energy (DOE) amends its Privacy Act regulations by adding a system of records to the list of systems exempted from certain subsections of the Act. Exemption from certain subsections is needed to enable the Office of Inspector General... |
| 97-33617 | Amendment to Time of Designation for Restricted Areas; GA | Rule | This action amends the time of designation for Restricted Areas R-3008A, R-3008B, R-3008C, and R-3008D, Grand Bay Weapons Range, GA, by expanding the time frame during which the areas may be activated without prior issuance of a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM). The United States Air Force (USAF) requested this amendment to reflect its actual night flying requirements. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33617/amendment-to-time-of-designation-for-restricted-areas-ga | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33617.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This action amends the time of designation for Restricted Areas R-3008A, R-3008B, R-3008C, and R-3008D, Grand Bay Weapons Range, GA, by expanding the time frame during which the areas may be activated without prior issuance of a Notice to Airmen... |
| 97-33618 | Amendment of Class E Airspace; Covington, KY | Rule | This amendment modifies the Class E Airspace area at Covington, KY A Global Positioning System (GPS) Runway (RWY) 24 Standard Instrument Approach Procedure (SIAP) has been developed for Cincinnati-Blue Ash Airport. As a result, additional controlled airspace extending upward from 700 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) is needed to accommodate the SIAP and for Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations at Cincinnati-Blue Ash Airport. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33618/amendment-of-class-e-airspace-covington-ky | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33618.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment modifies the Class E Airspace area at Covington, KY A Global Positioning System (GPS) Runway (RWY) 24 Standard Instrument Approach Procedure (SIAP) has been developed for Cincinnati-Blue Ash Airport. As a result, additional controlled... |
| 97-33619 | Establishment of a Class D Airspace; Hickory, NC | Rule | This amendment establishes Class D airspace area at Hickory, NC. A non-federal control tower has opened at Hickory Regional Airport, Hickory, NC. Class D surface area airspace is required when the control tower is open to accommodate current Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAP) and for Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations at the airport. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33619/establishment-of-a-class-d-airspace-hickory-nc | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33619.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment establishes Class D airspace area at Hickory, NC. A non-federal control tower has opened at Hickory Regional Airport, Hickory, NC. Class D surface area airspace is required when the control tower is open to accommodate current Standard... |
| 97-33620 | Amendment of Class E Airspace; Birmingham, AL | Rule | This amendment modifies the Class E airspace area at Birmingham, AL. A Global Positioning System (GPS) Runway (RWY) 23 Standard Instrument Approach Procedure (SIAP) has been developed for Birmingham International Airport. As a result, additional controlled airspace extending upward from 700 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) is needed to accommodate the SIAP and for Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations at Birmingham International Airport. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33620/amendment-of-class-e-airspace-birmingham-al | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33620.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This amendment modifies the Class E airspace area at Birmingham, AL. A Global Positioning System (GPS) Runway (RWY) 23 Standard Instrument Approach Procedure (SIAP) has been developed for Birmingham International Airport. As a result, additional... |
| 97-33622 | Revocation and Modification of Restricted Areas; FL | Rule | This action revokes Restricted Area R-2931, Cape Canaveral, FL, and modifies Restricted Areas R-2932 and R-2933 to absorb R-2931. The FAA is taking this action in response to a written notification from the U.S. Air Force that R-2931 is no longer necessary to support an Air Force mission requirement. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33622/revocation-and-modification-of-restricted-areas-fl | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33622.pdf | Transportation Department; Federal Aviation Administration | 492,159 | This action revokes Restricted Area R-2931, Cape Canaveral, FL, and modifies Restricted Areas R-2932 and R-2933 to absorb R-2931. The FAA is taking this action in response to a written notification from the U.S. Air Force that R-2931 is no longer... |
| 97-33638 | New Animal Drugs for Use in Animal Feeds; Decoquinate and Bacitracin Zinc With Roxarsone | Rule | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is amending the animal drug regulations to reflect approval of an abbreviated new animal drug application (ANADA) filed by ALPHARMA INC. The ANADA provides for using approved decoquinate, bacitracin zinc, and roxarsone Type A medicated articles to make Type C medicated broiler chicken feeds used for prevention of coccidiosis, increased rate of weight gain, and improved feed efficiency. | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33638/new-animal-drugs-for-use-in-animal-feeds-decoquinate-and-bacitracin-zinc-with-roxarsone | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33638.pdf | Health and Human Services Department; Food and Drug Administration | 221,199 | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is amending the animal drug regulations to reflect approval of an abbreviated new animal drug application (ANADA) filed by ALPHARMA INC. The ANADA provides for using approved decoquinate, bacitracin zinc, and... |
| 97-33649 | Bureau of Political-Military Affairs; Amendments to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations | Rule | This rule amends certain provisions of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in order to reflect recent changes to the Arms Export Control Act (AECA). | 1997-12-24 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/24/97-33649/bureau-of-political-military-affairs-amendments-to-the-international-traffic-in-arms-regulations | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-24/pdf/97-33649.pdf | State Department | 476 | This rule amends certain provisions of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in order to reflect recent changes to the Arms Export Control Act (AECA). |
| 97-32812 | Mushroom Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Order; Referendum Procedures | Rule | This rule provides procedures which the Department of Agriculture (Department) will use in conducting the referendum to determine whether mushroom producers and importers favor continuance of the Mushroom Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Order (Order). In order to continue, the Order must be approved by a simple majority of producers and importers voting in the referendum and that majority must represent more than 50 percent of the mushrooms produced and imported by those voting in the referendum. These procedures will also apply to any subsequent referenda to amend, continue, or terminate the order. | 1997-12-23 | 1997 | 12 | https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/1997/12/23/97-32812/mushroom-promotion-research-and-consumer-information-order-referendum-procedures | https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-1997-12-23/pdf/97-32812.pdf | Agriculture Department; Agricultural Marketing Service | 12,9 | This rule provides procedures which the Department of Agriculture (Department) will use in conducting the referendum to determine whether mushroom producers and importers favor continuance of the Mushroom Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information... |
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