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Agricultural commodities, Pesticides
and pests, Reporting and record keeping
requirements.
Dated: May 5, 2005.
James Jones,
Director, Office of Pesticide Programs.
contact Umeki Gray Thorne, Office of
Governmentwide Policy, Travel
Management Policy, at (202) 208–7636.
Please cite FTR Amendment 2005–03;
FTR case 2005–304.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
A. Background
I Therefore, 40 CFR chapter I is
The changes in this final rule clarify
amended as follows:
existing sections of chapters 301 and
304 as follows:
PART 180—[AMENDED]
1. In section 301–2.5(a) ‘‘premiumclass’’ is replaced with ‘‘first-class or
I 1. The authority citation for part 180
business-class’’.
continues to read as follows:
2. In section 301–10.106(b) ‘‘premium
Authority: 21 U.S.C. 321(q), 346a and 371.
class’’ is replaced with ‘‘business-class’’.
I 2. Section 180.1256 is added to subpart
3. In section 301–10.121 an
D to read as follows:
introductory paragraph is added and the
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An exemption from the requirement
of a tolerance is established for residues the definition of ‘‘first-class’’ is revised;
the term and definition of ‘‘premiumof the microbial pesticide Alternaria
destruens Strain 059 when used in or on class other than first-class’’ is deleted;
and the definition of ‘‘single-class’’ is
all raw agricultural commodities when
moved from paragraph (e) to paragraph
applied/used in accordance with label
(d).
directions.
4. In section 301–10.123 the
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introductory paragraph is revised and in
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paragraph (a) ‘‘premium-class other than
first-class’’ is replaced with ‘‘businessclass’’.
5. In section 301–10.124 the section
GENERAL SERVICES
heading and the note to section 301–
ADMINISTRATION
10.124 ‘‘premium-class other than first41 CFR Parts 301–2, 301–10, 301–11,
class’’ is replaced with ‘‘business-class’’.
301–13, 301–50, 301–70, 301–71, 304–3, In section 301–10.124 ‘‘premium-class’’
and 304–5
is replaced with ‘‘first-class and
[FTR Amendment 2005–03; FTR Case 2005– business-class’’.
6. In section 301–11.20(a)(4) ‘‘less
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than premium-class’’ is replaced with
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‘‘coach-class’’.
7. In section 301–13.3(f) ‘‘premiumFederal Travel Regulation;
class’’ is replaced with ‘‘first-class’’ and
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‘‘business-class’’.
8. Section 301–50.6(a)(2) is revised.
AGENCY: Office of Governmentwide
9. Section 301–70.102(b)(1) is revised.
Policy, General Services Administration
10. In section 301–71.105(a)
(GSA).
‘‘premium-class’’ is replaced with ‘‘firstACTION: Final rule.
class or business-class’’.
11. In Appendix C to Chapter 301—
SUMMARY: The General Services
Standard Data Elements for Federal
Administration (GSA) is amending the
Travel, the phrases ‘‘premium class’’
Federal Travel Regulation (FTR), by
and ‘‘Non-premium class’’ are replaced
clarifying various provisions regarding
with the phrases ‘‘first-class and
temporary duty (TDY) travel. The
business class’’ and ‘‘Non-first-class and
explanation of changes is addressed in
Non-business-class’’ respectively,
the supplementary information below.
wherever they appear.
The FTR and any corresponding
12. In section 304–3.9 ‘‘premium-class
documents may be accessed at GSA’s
other than first-class common carrier’’ is
website at https://www.gsa.gov/ftr.
replaced with ‘‘business-class’’.
DATES: Effective Date: May 18, 2005.
13. In section 304–5.5 ‘‘premium
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: The
other than first-class’’ is replaced with
Regulatory Secretariat (VIR), Room
‘‘business-class’’.
4035, GS Building, Washington, DC,
B. Executive Order 12866
20405, (202) 208–7312, for information
pertaining to status or publication
This is not a significant regulatory
schedules. For clarification of content,
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review under Section 6(b) of Executive
Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and
Review, dated September 30, 1993. This
rule is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C.
804.
C. Regulatory Flexibility Act
This final rule is not required to be
published in the Federal Register for
notice and comment; therefore, the
Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601,
et seq., does not apply.
D. Paperwork Reduction Act
The Paperwork Reduction Act does
not apply because the changes to the
FTR do not impose recordkeeping or
information collection requirements, or
the collection of information from
offerors, contractors, or members of the
public that require the approval of the
Office of Management and Budget under
44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq.
E. Small Business Regulatory
Enforcement Fairness Act
This final rule is also exempt from
congressional review prescribed under 5
U.S.C. 801 since it relates solely to
agency management and personnel.
List of Subjects in 41 CFR Parts 301–2,
301–10, 301–11, 301–13, 301–50, 301–
70, 301–71, 304–3, and 304–5.
Government employees, Travel and
transportation expenses.
Dated: May 5, 2005.
Stephen A. Perry,
Administrator of General Services.
For the reasons set forth in the
preamble, under 5 U.S.C. 5701–5709,
GSA amends 41 CFR parts 301–2, 301–
10, 301–11, 301–13, 301–50, 301–70,
301–71, 304–3, and 304–5 as set forth
below:
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CHAPTER 301—TEMPORARY DUTY (TDY)
TRAVEL ALLOWANCES
PART 301–2—GENERAL RULES
1. The authority citation for 41 CFR
part 301–2 continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707, 31 U.S.C. 1353;
49 U.S.C. 40118.
§ 301–2.5
[Amended]
2. Amend § 301–2.5(a) by removing
‘‘premium-class service’’ and adding
‘‘first-class or business-class service’’ in
its place.
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PART 301–10—TRANSPORTATION
EXPENSES
3. The authority citation for 41 CFR
part 301–10 is revised to read as follows:
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Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707, 40 U.S.C. 121(c);
49 U.S.C. 40118, Office of Management and
Budget Circular No. A–126, ‘‘Improving the
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Management and Use of Government
Aircraft.’’ Revised May 22, 1992.
§ 301–10.106
[Amended]
4. Amend § 301–10.106(b) by
removing ‘‘premium class’’ and adding
‘‘business-class’’ in its place.
I 5. Revise § 301–10.121 to read as
follows:
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§ 301–10.121 What classes of airline
accommodations are available?
The following classes of air
accommodations are available:
(a) Coach-class. The basic class of
accommodations offered to travelers
regardless of fare paid. The terms
‘‘tourist’’ or ‘‘economy-class’’ are
sometimes used for this class of
accommodation. When authorizing this
class of accommodation, use of the
contract city-pair fare is mandatory.
(b) Business-class. A premium-class of
accommodation offered by the airlines
that is higher than coach and lower than
first class, in both cost and amenities.
This class of accommodation is
generally referred to as ‘‘business,
business elite, business first, world
business, connoisseur, or envoy’’
depending on the airline. Not all citypair fares are available in business-class,
and even when use of business-class is
authorized, the use of business-class
city-pair fares is optional. This class of
service may only be authorized in
accordance with the provisions of
§ 301–10.124 of this part.
(c) First-class. Generally, the highest
class of accommodation offered by the
airlines in terms of both cost and
amenities and termed ‘‘first-class’’ by
the airlines and any reservation system.
This class of accommodation may only
be authorized in accordance with the
provisions of § 301–10.123 of this part.
There are no contract city-pair fares for
this class of accommodation.
(d) Single-class. This term applies
when an airline offers only one class of
accommodations to all travelers.
I 6. Amend § 301–10.123 by revising the
introductory paragraph and the first
sentence of paragraph (a) to read as
follows:
§ 301–10.123 When may I use first-class
airline accommodations?
You may use first-class airline
accommodations only when your
agency specifically authorizes/approves
your use of such accommodations, for
the reasons given under paragraphs (a)
through (d) of this section.
(a) No coach or business-class
accommodations are reasonably
available. * * *
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I 7. Amend § 301–10.124 by—
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a. Revising the section heading and
introductory paragraph;
I b. Removing from paragraph (a)
‘‘premium-class’’ and adding ‘‘first-class
and business-class’’ in its place; and
I c. Removing from paragraphs (c), (d),
and the note to § 301–10.124, ‘‘premiumclass other than first class’’ wherever it
appears and adding ‘‘business-class’’ in
its place.
I The revised text reads as follows:
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§ 301–10.124 When may I use businessclass airline accommodations?
Only when your agency specifically
authorizes/approves your use of such
accommodations, for the reasons given
under paragraphs (a) through (i) of this
section.
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only under § 301–10.124 of this chapter;
and
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PART 301–70—INTERNAL POLICY
AND PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS
14. The authority citation for 41 CFR
part 301–70 continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c);
Sec. 2, Pub. L. 105–264, 112 Stat. 2350 (5
U.S.C. 5701 note), Office of Management and
Budget Circular No. A–126, ‘‘Improving the
Management and Use of Government
Aircraft.’’ Revised May 22, 1992.
15. Amend § 301–70.102 by revising
paragraph (b)(1) to read as follows:
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§ 301–70.102 What governing policies
must we establish for authorization and
payment of transportation expenses?
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*
(b)* * *
I 8. The authority citation for 41 CFR
(1) Use of business-class service for
part 301–11 continues to read as follows:
airlines under § 301–10.124 and firstAuthority: 5 U.S.C. 5707.
class service for air, rail, and ship under
§§ 301–10.123, 301–10.162, and 301–
§ 301–11.20 [Amended]
10.183 of this chapter;
I 9. Amend § 301–11.20 in paragraph
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(a)(4) by removing ‘‘less than premiumclass’’ and adding ‘‘coach-class’’ in its
PART 301–71—AGENCY TRAVEL
place.
ACCOUNTABILITY REQUIREMENTS
PART 301–13—TRAVEL OF AN
I 16. The authority citation for 41 CFR
EMPLOYEE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
part 301–71 continues to read as follows:
I 10. The authority citation for 41 CFR
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 486(c);
part 301–13 continues to read as follows: Sec. 2, Pub. L. 105–264, 112 Stat. 2350 (5
PART 301–11—PER DIEM EXPENSES
*
U.S.C. 5701 note).
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707.
11. Amend § 301–13.3 by revising
paragraph (f) to read as follows:
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§ 301–13.3 What additional travel
expenses may my agency pay under this
part?
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(f) First-class accommodations under
§ 301–10.123(b) and business-class
accommodations under § 301–10.124(c)
of this chapter when necessary to
accommodate your special need.
PART 301–50—ARRANGING FOR
TRAVEL SERVICES
12. The authority citation for 41 CFR
part 301–50 continues to read as follows:
I
§ 301–71.105
[Amended]
17. Amend § 301–71.105 in paragraph
(a) by removing ‘‘premium-class’’ and
adding ‘‘first-class or business-class’’ in
its place.
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Appendix C to Chapter 301 [Amended]
18. Amend Appendix C to Chapter 301
by removing ‘‘premium class’’ wherever
it appears and adding ‘‘first-class and
business-class’’ in its place, and
removing ‘‘Non-premium class’’
wherever it appears and adding ‘‘Nonfirst-class and Non-business-class’’ in its
place.
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CHAPTER 304—PAYMENT OF TRAVEL
EXPENSES FROM A NON-FEDERAL
SOURCE
§ 301–50.6 Are there any limits on travel
arrangements I may make?
PART 304–3—EMPLOYEE
RESPONSIBILITY
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c).
13. Amend § 301–50.6 by revising
paragraph (a)(2) to read as follows:
(a)* * *
(2) You may use first-class
accommodations only under §§ 301–
10.123, 301–10.162, and 301–10.183
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19. The authority citation for 41 CFR
part 304–3 continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353.
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20. Revise § 304–3.9 to read as follows:
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§ 304–3.9 May I use business-class
accommodations when a non-Federal
source pays in full for my transportation
expenses to attend a meeting?
Yes, you may use business-class
accommodations if your agency
authorizes you to do so in accordance
with § 304–5.5 of this chapter.
PART 304–5—AGENCY
RESPONSIBILITIES
21. The authority citation for 41 CFR
part 304–5 continues to read as follows:
I
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353.
§ 304–5.5
22. Amend § 304–5.5 by removing
from the section heading and
introductory paragraph ‘‘premium other
than first-class’’ and adding ‘‘businessclass’’ in its place.
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47 CFR Part 73
[DA 05–1152, MB Docket No. 04–201, RM–
10972, RM–11103]
Radio Broadcasting Services;
Birmingham, Orrville, Selma and
Shorter, AL
Federal Communications
Commission.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: This document grants a
petition filed by SSR Communications
Incorporated proposing the allotment of
Channel 300A at Shorter, Alabama, as
that community’s first local service. See
69 FR 34115, published June 18, 2004.
This document also denies a
counterproposal filed jointly by Scott
Communications, Inc., licensee of
Station WJAM–FM, Channel 300A,
Orrville, Alabama and Alexander
Broadcasting Company, Inc., licensee of
Station WALX(FM), Channel 265C2,
Selma, Alabama, requesting the
substitution of Channel 300C3 for
Channel 300A at Orrville, Alabama,
reallotment of Channel 300C3 from
Orrville to Shorter, Alabama, as its first
local service and modification of the
Station WJAM–FM license. To
accommodate the reallotment, the
counterproposal also proposed the
reallotment of Channel 265C2 from
Selma to Orrville, Alabama to prevent
removal of Orrville’s sole local service
and modification of the Station
WALX(FM) license and substitution of
Channel 299C0 for Channel 299C at
18:56 May 17, 2005
DATES:
June 13, 2005.
Federal Communications
Commission, 445 Twelfth Street, SW.,
Washington, DC 20554.
ADDRESSES:
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Birmingham, Alabama and modification
of the Station WRAX license. Channel
300A can be allotted to Shorter,
consistent with the minimum distance
separation requirements of Section
73.207(b) of the Commission’s Rules,
provided there is a site restriction of
13.3 kilometers (8.3 miles) south of the
community. The reference coordinates
for Channel 300A at Shorter are 32–16–
36 North Latitude and 85–56–20 West
Longitude.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Rolanda F. Smith, Media Bureau, (202)
418–2180.
This is a
summary of the Commission’s Report
and Order, MB Docket No. 04–201,
adopted April 25, 2005, and released
April 27, 2005. The full text of this
Commission decision is available for
inspection and copying during normal
business hours in the Commission’s
Reference Center 445 Twelfth Street,
SW., Washington, DC 20554. The
complete text of this decision may also
be purchased from the Commission’s
duplicating contractor, Best Copy and
Printing, Inc., 445 12th Street, SW.,
Room CY–B402, Washington, DC 20054,
telephone 1–800–378–3160 or https://
www.BCPIWEB.com. The Commission
will send a copy of this Report and
Order in a report to be sent to Congress
and the Government Accountability
Office pursuant to the Congressional
Review Act, see 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A).
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
List of Subjects in 47 CFR Part 73
Radio, Radio broadcasting.
PART 73—RADIO BROADCAST
SERVICES
1. The authority citation for part 73
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 47 U.S.C. 154, 303, 334 and 336.
§ 73.202
[Amended]
2. Section 73.202(b), the Table of FM
Allotments under Alabama, is amended
by adding Shorter, Channel 300A.
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Federal Communications Commission.
John A. Karousos,
Assistant Chief, Audio Division, Media
Bureau.
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47 CFR Part 73
[DA 05–1146; MB Docket No. 04–387, RM–
11083]
Radio Broadcasting Service;
Cedarville, CA
Federal Communications
Commission.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: The Audio Division, at the
request of Jeffrey Cotton allots Channel
260A at Cedarville, California, as the
community’s first local aural
transmission service. See 69 FR 61617,
published October 20, 2004. Channel
260A can be allotted to Cedarville in
compliance with the Commission’s
minimum distance separation
requirements at the center of the
community. The reference coordinates
for Channel 260A at Cedarville are 41–
31–45 North Latitude and 120–10–20
West Longitude. A filing window for
Channel 260A at Cedarville, California
will not be opened at this time. Instead,
the issue of opening a filing window for
this channel will be addressed by the
Commission in a subsequent order.
DATES: Effective June 13, 2005.
ADDRESSES: Federal Communications
Commission, 445 Twelfth Street, SW.,
Washington, DC 20554.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Helen McLean, Media Bureau, (202)
418–2738.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This is a
synopsis of the Commission’s Report
and Order, MB Docket No. 04–387,
adopted April 25, 2005, and released
April 27, 2005. The full text of this
Commission decision is available for
inspection and copying during regular
business hours at the FCC’s Reference
Information Center, Portals II, 445
Twelfth Street, SW., Room CY–A257,
Washington, DC 20554. The complete
text of this decision may also be
purchased from the Commission’s
duplicating contractor, Best Copy and
Printing, Inc., 445 12th Street, SW.,
Room CY–B402, Washington, DC 20554,
telephone 1–800–378–3160 or https://
www.BCPIWEB.com. The Commission
will send a copy of this Report and
Order in a report to be sent to Congress
and the Government Accountability
Office pursuant to the Congressional
Review Act, see 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A).
List of Subjects in 47 CFR Part 73
Radio, Radio broadcasting.
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GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
41 CFR Parts 301-2, 301-10, 301-11, 301-13, 301-50, 301-70, 301-71,
304-3, and 304-5
[FTR Amendment 2005-03; FTR Case 2005-304]
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Federal Travel Regulation; Transportation Expenses
AGENCY: Office of Governmentwide Policy, General Services
Administration (GSA).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: The General Services Administration (GSA) is amending the
Federal Travel Regulation (FTR), by clarifying various provisions
regarding temporary duty (TDY) travel. The explanation of changes is
addressed in the supplementary information below. The FTR and any
corresponding documents may be accessed at GSA's website at https://
www.gsa.gov/ftr.
DATES: Effective Date: May 18, 2005.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: The Regulatory Secretariat (VIR), Room
4035, GS Building, Washington, DC, 20405, (202) 208-7312, for
information pertaining to status or publication schedules. For
clarification of content, contact Umeki Gray Thorne, Office of
Governmentwide Policy, Travel Management Policy, at (202) 208-7636.
Please cite FTR Amendment 2005-03; FTR case 2005-304.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
A. Background
The changes in this final rule clarify existing sections of
chapters 301 and 304 as follows:
1. In section 301-2.5(a) ``premium-class'' is replaced with
``first-class or business-class''.
2. In section 301-10.106(b) ``premium class'' is replaced with
``business-class''.
3. In section 301-10.121 an introductory paragraph is added and the
definition of ``coach-class'' is revised; the term and definition of
``premium-class'' is deleted; the term and definition of ``business-
class'' is added; the definition of ``first-class'' is revised; the
term and definition of ``premium-class other than first-class'' is
deleted; and the definition of ``single-class'' is moved from paragraph
(e) to paragraph (d).
4. In section 301-10.123 the introductory paragraph is revised and
in paragraph (a) ``premium-class other than first-class'' is replaced
with ``business-class''.
5. In section 301-10.124 the section heading and the note to
section 301-10.124 ``premium-class other than first-class'' is replaced
with ``business-class''. In section 301-10.124 ``premium-class'' is
replaced with ``first-class and business-class''.
6. In section 301-11.20(a)(4) ``less than premium-class'' is
replaced with ``coach-class''.
7. In section 301-13.3(f) ``premium-class'' is replaced with
``first-class'' and ``business-class''.
8. Section 301-50.6(a)(2) is revised.
9. Section 301-70.102(b)(1) is revised.
10. In section 301-71.105(a) ``premium-class'' is replaced with
``first-class or business-class''.
11. In Appendix C to Chapter 301--Standard Data Elements for
Federal Travel, the phrases ``premium class'' and ``Non-premium class''
are replaced with the phrases ``first-class and business class'' and
``Non-first-class and Non-business-class'' respectively, wherever they
appear.
12. In section 304-3.9 ``premium-class other than first-class
common carrier'' is replaced with ``business-class''.
13. In section 304-5.5 ``premium other than first-class'' is
replaced with ``business-class''.
B. Executive Order 12866
This is not a significant regulatory action and, therefore, was not
subject to review under Section 6(b) of Executive Order 12866,
Regulatory Planning and Review, dated September 30, 1993. This rule is
not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
C. Regulatory Flexibility Act
This final rule is not required to be published in the Federal
Register for notice and comment; therefore, the Regulatory Flexibility
Act, 5 U.S.C. 601, et seq., does not apply.
D. Paperwork Reduction Act
The Paperwork Reduction Act does not apply because the changes to
the FTR do not impose recordkeeping or information collection
requirements, or the collection of information from offerors,
contractors, or members of the public that require the approval of the
Office of Management and Budget under 44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq.
E. Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act
This final rule is also exempt from congressional review prescribed
under 5 U.S.C. 801 since it relates solely to agency management and
personnel.
List of Subjects in 41 CFR Parts 301-2, 301-10, 301-11, 301-13,
301-50, 301-70, 301-71, 304-3, and 304-5.
Government employees, Travel and transportation expenses.
Dated: May 5, 2005.
Stephen A. Perry,
Administrator of General Services.
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For the reasons set forth in the preamble, under 5 U.S.C. 5701-5709,
GSA amends 41 CFR parts 301-2, 301-10, 301-11, 301-13, 301-50, 301-70,
301-71, 304-3, and 304-5 as set forth below:
CHAPTER 301--TEMPORARY DUTY (TDY) TRAVEL ALLOWANCES
PART 301-2--GENERAL RULES
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1. The authority citation for 41 CFR part 301-2 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707, 31 U.S.C. 1353; 49 U.S.C. 40118.
Sec. 301-2.5 [Amended]
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2. Amend Sec. 301-2.5(a) by removing ``premium-class service'' and
adding ``first-class or business-class service'' in its place.
PART 301-10--TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES
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3. The authority citation for 41 CFR part 301-10 is revised to read as
follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707, 40 U.S.C. 121(c); 49 U.S.C. 40118,
Office of Management and Budget Circular No. A-126, ``Improving the
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Management and Use of Government Aircraft.'' Revised May 22, 1992.
Sec. 301-10.106 [Amended]
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4. Amend Sec. 301-10.106(b) by removing ``premium class'' and adding
``business-class'' in its place.
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5. Revise Sec. 301-10.121 to read as follows:
Sec. 301-10.121 What classes of airline accommodations are available?
The following classes of air accommodations are available:
(a) Coach-class. The basic class of accommodations offered to
travelers regardless of fare paid. The terms ``tourist'' or ``economy-
class'' are sometimes used for this class of accommodation. When
authorizing this class of accommodation, use of the contract city-pair
fare is mandatory.
(b) Business-class. A premium-class of accommodation offered by the
airlines that is higher than coach and lower than first class, in both
cost and amenities. This class of accommodation is generally referred
to as ``business, business elite, business first, world business,
connoisseur, or envoy'' depending on the airline. Not all city-pair
fares are available in business-class, and even when use of business-
class is authorized, the use of business-class city-pair fares is
optional. This class of service may only be authorized in accordance
with the provisions of Sec. 301-10.124 of this part.
(c) First-class. Generally, the highest class of accommodation
offered by the airlines in terms of both cost and amenities and termed
``first-class'' by the airlines and any reservation system. This class
of accommodation may only be authorized in accordance with the
provisions of Sec. 301-10.123 of this part. There are no contract
city-pair fares for this class of accommodation.
(d) Single-class. This term applies when an airline offers only one
class of accommodations to all travelers.
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6. Amend Sec. 301-10.123 by revising the introductory paragraph and
the first sentence of paragraph (a) to read as follows:
Sec. 301-10.123 When may I use first-class airline accommodations?
You may use first-class airline accommodations only when your
agency specifically authorizes/approves your use of such
accommodations, for the reasons given under paragraphs (a) through (d)
of this section.
(a) No coach or business-class accommodations are reasonably
available. * * *
* * * * *
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7. Amend Sec. 301-10.124 by--
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a. Revising the section heading and introductory paragraph;
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b. Removing from paragraph (a) ``premium-class'' and adding ``first-
class and business-class'' in its place; and
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c. Removing from paragraphs (c), (d), and the note to Sec. 301-10.124,
``premium-class other than first class'' wherever it appears and adding
``business-class'' in its place.
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The revised text reads as follows:
Sec. 301-10.124 When may I use business-class airline accommodations?
Only when your agency specifically authorizes/approves your use of
such accommodations, for the reasons given under paragraphs (a) through
(i) of this section.
* * * * *
PART 301-11--PER DIEM EXPENSES
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8. The authority citation for 41 CFR part 301-11 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707.
Sec. 301-11.20 [Amended]
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9. Amend Sec. 301-11.20 in paragraph (a)(4) by removing ``less than
premium-class'' and adding ``coach-class'' in its place.
PART 301-13--TRAVEL OF AN EMPLOYEE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
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10. The authority citation for 41 CFR part 301-13 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707.
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11. Amend Sec. 301-13.3 by revising paragraph (f) to read as follows:
Sec. 301-13.3 What additional travel expenses may my agency pay under
this part?
* * * * *
(f) First-class accommodations under Sec. 301-10.123(b) and
business-class accommodations under Sec. 301-10.124(c) of this chapter
when necessary to accommodate your special need.
PART 301-50--ARRANGING FOR TRAVEL SERVICES
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12. The authority citation for 41 CFR part 301-50 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c).
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13. Amend Sec. 301-50.6 by revising paragraph (a)(2) to read as
follows:
Sec. 301-50.6 Are there any limits on travel arrangements I may make?
(a)* * *
(2) You may use first-class accommodations only under Sec. Sec.
301-10.123, 301-10.162, and 301-10.183 and business-class
accommodations only under Sec. 301-10.124 of this chapter; and
* * * * *
PART 301-70--INTERNAL POLICY AND PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS
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14. The authority citation for 41 CFR part 301-70 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c); Sec. 2, Pub. L.
105-264, 112 Stat. 2350 (5 U.S.C. 5701 note), Office of Management
and Budget Circular No. A-126, ``Improving the Management and Use of
Government Aircraft.'' Revised May 22, 1992.
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15. Amend Sec. 301-70.102 by revising paragraph (b)(1) to read as
follows:
Sec. 301-70.102 What governing policies must we establish for
authorization and payment of transportation expenses?
* * * * *
(b)* * *
(1) Use of business-class service for airlines under Sec. 301-
10.124 and first-class service for air, rail, and ship under Sec. Sec.
301-10.123, 301-10.162, and 301-10.183 of this chapter;
* * * * *
PART 301-71--AGENCY TRAVEL ACCOUNTABILITY REQUIREMENTS
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16. The authority citation for 41 CFR part 301-71 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 486(c); Sec. 2, Pub. L.
105-264, 112 Stat. 2350 (5 U.S.C. 5701 note).
Sec. 301-71.105 [Amended]
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17. Amend Sec. 301-71.105 in paragraph (a) by removing ``premium-
class'' and adding ``first-class or business-class'' in its place.
Appendix C to Chapter 301 [Amended]
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18. Amend Appendix C to Chapter 301 by removing ``premium class''
wherever it appears and adding ``first-class and business-class'' in
its place, and removing ``Non-premium class'' wherever it appears and
adding ``Non-first-class and Non-business-class'' in its place.
CHAPTER 304--PAYMENT OF TRAVEL EXPENSES FROM A NON-FEDERAL SOURCE
PART 304-3--EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY
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19. The authority citation for 41 CFR part 304-3 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353.
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20. Revise Sec. 304-3.9 to read as follows:
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Sec. 304-3.9 May I use business-class accommodations when a non-
Federal source pays in full for my transportation expenses to attend a
meeting?
Yes, you may use business-class accommodations if your agency
authorizes you to do so in accordance with Sec. 304-5.5 of this
chapter.
PART 304-5--AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES
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21. The authority citation for 41 CFR part 304-5 continues to read as
follows:
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353.
Sec. 304-5.5 [Amended]
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22. Amend Sec. 304-5.5 by removing from the section heading and
introductory paragraph ``premium other than first-class'' and adding
``business-class'' in its place.
[FR Doc. 05-9893 Filed 5-17-05; 8:45 am]
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