Agencies and Commissions May 26, 2005 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents

Filings Under the Public Utility Holding Company Act of 1935, as Amended (“Act”)
Document Number: E5-2675
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Securities and Exchange Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request
Document Number: 05-10586
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: National Science Foundation, Agencies and Commissions
Under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Pub. L. 104-13 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), and as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, the National Science Foundation (NSF) is inviting the general public and other Federal agencies to comment on this proposed continuing information collection. This is the second notice for public comment; the first was published in the Federal Register at 70 FR 9981 and no comments were received. NSF is forwarding the proposed submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance simultaneously with the publication of this second notice.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines for Passenger Vessels; Large Vessels; Small Vessels
Document Number: 05-10581
Type: Proposed Rule
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, Agencies and Commissions
The Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (Access Board) has placed in the docket and on its Web site for public review and comment draft guidelines which address accessibility to and in newly constructed or altered passenger vessels which are permitted to carry more than 150 passengers or more than 49 overnight passengers. The Access Board has also issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking which addresses newly constructed or altered passenger vessels which carry 150 or fewer passengers or 49 or fewer overnight passengers. The Access Board will hold two public hearings on June 24, 2005, and July 25, 2005, at the times and locations noted below.
Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records
Document Number: 05-10575
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, Agencies and Commissions
The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) is establishing a new system of records, PBGC-15, Emergency Notification RecordsPBGC, subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended. Emergency contact information from the new system of records will be used, in the event of an emergency, disaster, or other event that affects PBGC's operations, to issue special instructions and announcements to PBGC employees and contractors through an automated calling and notification system, and for other related purposes.
Diamond Sawblades and Parts Thereof From China and Korea
Document Number: 05-10574
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
In the Matter of Certain Plastic Food Containers; Notice of Final Determination of Violation of Section 337 and Issuance of General Exclusion Order; Termination of the Investigation
Document Number: 05-10573
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has determined to find a violation of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, in the above-captioned investigation. Notice is also given that the Commission has issued a general exclusion order in the above-captioned investigation and has terminated the investigation.
Proposed Information Collection; Comment Request
Document Number: 05-10554
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Corporation for National and Community Service, Agencies and Commissions
The Corporation for National and Community Service (hereinafter the Corporation), as part of its continuing efforts to solicit donations in furtherance of the purposes of the national service laws, will submit the following public information collection request (ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Pub. L. 104-13 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). This program helps to ensure that requested data can be provided in the desired format, reporting burden (time and financial resources) is minimized, collection instruments are clearly understood, and the impact of the collection requirement on respondents can be properly assessed. Currently, the Corporation for National and Community Service is soliciting comments concerning its proposed ephilanthropy efforts. The Corporation does not have an internal mechanism for soliciting and accepting donations. Currently, the Corporation has contracted with pay.gov, which is an authorized provider through the U.S. Department of Treasury. Donations are primarily received from individuals. With ephilanthropy, the Corporation will be able to receive donated gifts from members of the general public onlineprimarily individuals wishing to donate gifts between $10.00 (minimum) and $1,000.00.
Statements of Account
Document Number: 05-10552
Type: Rule
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Library of Congress, Agencies and Commissions, Copyright Office, Copyright Office, Library of Congress
The Copyright Office is amending its rules to require cable operators, satellite carriers, and manufacturers and importers of digital audio recording technology and media to file with the Licensing Division of the Copyright Office a copy of their statement of account together with the original statement of account.
Documents Containing Reporting or Recordkeeping Requirements: Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Review
Document Number: 05-10550
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The NRC has recently submitted to OMB for review the following proposal for the collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). 1. Type of submission, new, revision, or extension: Revision. 2. The title of the information collection: Final Rule10 CFR part 110, Export and Import of Radioactive Materials: Security Policies. 3. The form number if applicable: Not applicable. 4. How often the collection is required: On occasion. 5. Who will be required or asked to report: Any licensee who wishes to export or import the radioactive material subject to the requirements of a specific license listed in Table 1 of the new appendix P to part 110. 6. An estimate of the number of annual responses: 950. 7. The estimated number of annual respondents: 30. 8. An estimate of the total number of hours needed annually to complete the requirement or request: 437.5 hours ( 30 minutes per notification and 15 minutes per recipient's certification to licensee). 9. An indication of whether Section 3507(d), Pub. L. 104-13 applies: Applicable. 10. Abstract: The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is amending its regulations pertaining to the export and import of nuclear equipment and radioactive materials. This final rule reflects recent changes to the nuclear and radioactive material security policies of the Commission and the Executive Branch, for the import and export of radioactive material. A specific license will be required for the import and export of the radioactive material listed in Table 1 of the new appendix P to this part. A copy of the supporting statement may be viewed free of charge at the NRC Public Document Room, One White Flint North, 11555 Rockville Pike, Room O-1 F21, Rockville, MD 20852. OMB clearance packages are available at the NRC Worldwide Web site: https://www.nrc.gov/public- involve/doc-comment/omb/. The document will be available on the NRC home page site for 60 days after the signature date of this notice. Comments and questions should be directed to the OMB reviewer by July 25, 2005: John A. Asalone, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (3150-AH44), NEOB-10202, Office of Management and Budget. Comments can also be e-mailed to John A. Asalone@omb.eop.gov or submitted by telephone at (202) 395-4650. The NRC Clearance Officer is Brenda Jo. Shelton, 301-415-7233.
Formations of, Acquisitions by, and Mergers of Bank Holding Companies
Document Number: 05-10516
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Federal Reserve System, Agencies and Commissions
Governmentwide Relocation Advisory Board, Public Meetings-2005
Document Number: 05-10501
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Office of Governmentwide Policy, General Services Administration, Agencies and Commissions
The General Services Administration (GSA) is announcing five additional public meetings of the Governmentwide Relocation Advisory Board (Board) for 2005. The Board is examining a wide range of management issues related to relocation polices. Its first priority is to review the current policies promulgated through the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) for relocation allowances and associated reimbursements. The next five Board meetings and conference calls scheduled for 2005 will be:
Stainless Steel Butt-Weld Pipe Fittings From Japan, Korea, and Taiwan
Document Number: 05-10494
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of expedited reviews pursuant to section 751(c)(3) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1675(c)(3)) (the Act) to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty orders on stainless steel butt-weld pipe fittings from Japan, Korea, and Taiwan would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. For further information concerning the conduct of these reviews and rules of general application, consult the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure, part 201, subparts A through E (19 CFR part 201), and part 207, subparts A, D, E, and F (19 CFR part 207).
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Film From Korea
Document Number: 05-10493
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The Commission hereby gives notice of the scheduling of an expedited review pursuant to section 751(c)(3) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. Sec. 1675(c)(3)) (the Act) to determine whether revocation of the antidumping duty order on PET film from Korea would be likely to lead to continuation or recurrence of material injury within a reasonably foreseeable time. For further information concerning the conduct of this review and rules of general application, consult the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure, part 201, subparts A through E (19 CFR part 201), and part 207, subparts A, D, E, and F (19 CFR part 207).
Certain Electric Robots and Component Parts Thereof; Notice of Commission Decision Not To Review an Initial Determination Granting Complainant's Motion To Amend the Complaint and Notice of Investigation
Document Number: 05-10492
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: International Trade Commission, Agencies and Commissions
Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission has determined not to review an initial determination (``ID'') issued by the presiding administrative law judge (``ALJ'') granting complainant's motion to amend the complaint and notice of investigation in the above-captioned investigation.
Notice of Open Special Meeting of the Sub-Saharan Africa Advisory Committee (SAAC) of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (Export-Import Bank)
Document Number: 05-10485
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Export-Import Bank of the United States, Export-Import Bank, Agencies and Commissions
The Sub-Saharan Africa Advisory Committee was established by Pub. L. 105-121, November 26, 1997, to advise the Board of Directors on the development and implementation of policies and programs designed to support the expansion of the Bank's financial commitments in Sub- Saharan Africa under the loan, guarantee and insurance programs of the Bank. Further, the committee shall make recommendations on how the Bank can facilitate greater support by U.S. commercial banks for trade with Sub-Saharan Africa. Time and Place: June 8, 2005 at 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Export-Import Bank in Room 1143, 811 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20571. Agenda: The meeting will include a report on the Africa panel at this year's U.S. Ex-Im Bank annual meeting; a briefing as to Em-Im Bank's involvement in the June 21-24 Corporate Council on Africa's Business Summit being held in Baltimore, MD; an update on the current year's business development efforts in the region; individual reports by the advisory committee's three sub-committees (Country Risk, Credit and Business Development) followed by discussion focusing on the advisory committee's recommendations in accordance with the Congressional mandate; and new business. Public Participation: The meeting will be open to public participation, and the last 10 minutes will be set aside for oral questions or comments. Members of the public may also file written statement(s) before or after the meeting. If any person wishes auxiliary aids (such as a sign language interpreter) or other special accommodations, please contact, prior to June 8, 2005, Barbara Ransom, Room 1241, 811 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20571, Voice (202) 565-3525 or TDD (202) 565-3377. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For further information, contact Barbara Ransom, Room 1241, 811 Vermont Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20571, (202) 565-3525.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request
Document Number: 05-10484
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: National Science Foundation, Agencies and Commissions
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted the following information collection requirement to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Pub. L. 104-13. This is the second notice; the first notice was published at 70 FR 13544 and no comments were received. Comments regarding (a) whether the collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information will have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency's estimate of burden including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or other forms of information technology should be addressed to: Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs of OMB, Attention: Desk Officer for National Science Foundation, 725 17th Street, NW., Room 10235, Washington, DC 20503, and to Suzanne H. Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 295, Arlington, Virginia 22230 or send e-mail to splimpto@nsf.gov. Comments regarding these information collections are best assured of having their full effect if received within 30 days of this notification. Copies of the submission(s) may be obtained by calling (703) 292-7556. NSF may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB control number and the agency informs potential persons who are to respond to the collection of information that such persons are not required to respond to the collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.
Implementation of Title II of the Notification and Federal Employee Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act of 2002
Document Number: 05-10483
Type: Proposed Rule
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Office of Personnel Management, Personnel Management Office, Agencies and Commissions
On February 28, 2005, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) issued proposed rules regarding the notification and training requirements of Title II of the No FEAR Act (70 FR 9544). The proposed rule contained a 60-day comment period. Upon further consideration, OPM has decided to reopen the initial comment period until June 28, 2005.
Sales of Nondeposit Investments
Document Number: 05-10381
Type: Notice
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: National Credit Union Administration, Agencies and Commissions
The NCUA is proposing to adopt an Interpretive Ruling and Policy Statement (IRPS) on Sales of Nondeposit Investments. The proposed IRPS provides requirements, direction, and guidance to federally-insured credit unions on the establishment and operation of third party brokerage arrangements. The proposed IRPS updates and replaces NCUA's Letter to Credit Unions No. 150 on the sales of nondeposit investments.
Revision of Fee Schedules; Fee Recovery for FY 2005
Document Number: 05-10062
Type: Rule
Date: 2005-05-26
Agency: Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Agencies and Commissions
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is amending the licensing, inspection, and annual fees charged to its applicants and licensees. The amendments are necessary to implement the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA-90), as amended, which requires that the NRC recover approximately 90 percent of its budget authority in fiscal year (FY) 2005, less the amounts appropriated from the Nuclear Waste Fund (NWF). The total amount to be recovered for FY 2005 is approximately $540.7 million. After accounting for carryover and billing adjustments, the net amount to be recovered through fees is approximately $538 million.
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