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proposed actions, and that the average
labor rate is $80 per work-hour.
Reworked ITT ducts to the redesign
would cost about $25,000 per engine.
New ITT ducts that are redesigned
would cost about $127,000. We estimate
that 30 engines would require new ITT
ducts. Based on these figures, we
estimate the total cost of the proposed
AD to U.S. operators to be $41,040,000.
Authority for This Rulemaking
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Regulatory Findings
We have determined that this
proposed AD would not have federalism
implications under Executive Order
13132. This proposed AD would not
have a substantial direct effect on the
States, on the relationship between the
national Government and the States, or
on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that the proposed AD:
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
3. Would not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
We prepared a regulatory evaluation
of the estimated costs to comply with
this proposed AD. You may get a copy
of this summary at the address listed
under ADDRESSES.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Safety.
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PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Title 49 of the United States Code
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
Section 106, describes the authority of
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII,
Aviation Programs, describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701,
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations
for practices, methods, and procedures
the Administrator finds necessary for
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this rulemaking
action.
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The Proposed Amendment
Under the authority delegated to me
by the Administrator, the Federal
Aviation Administration proposes to
amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive:
Honeywell International Inc. (formerly
AlliedSignal Inc., formerly Garret
Turbine Engine Company): Docket No.
FAA–2008–0264; Directorate Identifier
2008–NE–07–AD.
Comments Due Date
(a) The Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) must receive comments on this
airworthiness directive (AD) action by June 3,
2008.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Honeywell
International Inc. TFE731–4, –4R, –5, –5AR,
–5BR, and –5R series turbofan engines, with
interstage turbine transition (ITT) duct, part
number (P/N) 3075292–1; 3075292–3;
3074766–1; 3077063–1; 3075655–1;
3075655–2; 30756599–1; or 30756599–3,
installed. These engines are installed on, but
not limited to, Avions Marcel Dassault
Mystere-Falcon 50 series, Dassault-Aviation
20, 50, 900, MF900 series, Cessna Model 650,
Cessna Citation VII, and Raytheon Corporate
Jets (formerly British Aerospace) Hawker 800
and 850XP series airplanes.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from reports of 49 low
pressure turbine (LPT) blade separations. Six
of those events resulted in circumferential
failure of the LPT2 or LPT3 nozzle assembly,
leading to deformation of the ITT duct and
uncontainment of the turbine blades and
fragments of the LPT nozzle assembly. We
are issuing this AD to prevent uncontainment
of turbine blades and fragments of the LPT
nozzle assembly, which could result in
damage to the airplane.
Compliance
(e) You are responsible for having the
actions required by this AD performed at the
next Major Periodic Inspection of the engine
or at next access of the ITT duct, whichever
occurs first, but not to exceed 2,600 hours
time-in-service after the effective date of this
AD, unless the actions have already been
done.
Replacement of the ITT Duct
(f) Replace the affected ITT ducts listed by
part number in paragraph (c) of this AD, with
a serviceable and redesigned ITT duct.
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Definitions
(g) For the purpose of this AD, a
serviceable and redesigned ITT duct is one
not having a part number listed in this AD.
(h) For the purpose of this AD, next access
of the ITT duct is when the ITT duct is
removed from the engine.
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(i) The Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft
Certification Office, has the authority to
approve alternative methods of compliance
for this AD if requested using the procedures
found in 14 CFR 39.19.
Related Information
(j) Honeywell International Inc. Service
Bulletin (SB) No. TFE731–72–3727, dated
September 12, 2007, and SB No. TFE731–72–
3728, dated September 12, 2007, pertain to
the subject of this AD.
(k) Contact Joseph Costa, Aerospace
Engineer, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification
Office, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
3960 Paramount Blvd., Lakewood, CA
90712–4137; e-mail: joseph.costa@faa.gov;
telephone: (562) 627–5246; fax: (562) 627–
5210, for more information about this AD.
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
March 31, 2008.
Peter A. White,
Assistant Manager, Engine and Propeller
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS
ADMINISTRATION
36 CFR Part 1280
RIN 3095–AB33
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Use of Meeting Rooms and Public
Space
National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA).
ACTION: Proposed rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: NARA proposes to amend its
regulations on public use of the
National Archives Building in
Washington, DC, for meetings or special
events. This proposal incorporates
changes in available space as a result of
the renovation of the National Archives
Building by identifying the kinds of
space available and procedures for
requesting use. NARA also proposes to
charge fees for the use of public areas in
the National Archives Building in
accordance with 44 U.S.C. 2903(b). The
proposed rule affects the public.
DATES: Comments are due by June 3,
2008.
ADDRESSES: NARA invites interested
persons to submit comments on this
proposed rule. Comments may be
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submitted by any of the following
methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://
www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
Fax: Submit comments by facsimile
transmission to 301–837–0319.
Mail: Send comments to Regulations
Comments Desk (NPOL), Room 4100,
Policy and Planning Staff, National
Archives and Records Administration,
8601 Adelphi Road, College Park, MD
20740–6001.
Hand Delivery or Courier: Deliver
comments to 8601 Adelphi Road,
College Park, MD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Jennifer Davis Heaps at 301–837–1850,
or fax at 301–837–0319.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Following
is a discussion of substantive changes
contained in this proposed rule.
Additional nonsubstantive changes have
been made and the proposed regulation
has been written in plain language in
accordance with the Presidential
Memorandum of June 1, 1998, Plain
Language in Government Writing.
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What changes have been made in this
proposed rule?
Most of the changes in this proposed
rule are to 36 CFR part 1280, subpart D,
‘‘What Rules Apply to Use Public Areas
in the Washington, DC Area?’’ We
propose to change text in the regulations
relating to the availability of public
spaces in the National Archives
Building for private, non-official use,
including meetings and special events.
The spaces available for such use have
changed since the last revision to
subpart D as a result of the building’s
renovation. The proposed changes to the
regulations address some areas that have
been relocated, expanded, and renamed.
For example, the theater referenced in
the current subpart D has been replaced
elsewhere in the building by the larger
William G. McGowan Theater. The
Exhibition Hall has been replaced by
renovated and newly constructed
exhibit areas including: the renovated
Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom
(referred to as the Rotunda in these
proposed regulations), displaying the
Declaration of Independence,
Constitution of the United States, and
the Bill of Rights; the Rotunda Galleries;
the Lawrence F. O’Brien Gallery; and,
the Public Vaults. New ‘‘Presidential
Conference Rooms’’ also have been
built. Of these spaces, the McGowan
Theater and the Presidential Conference
Rooms may be reserved by groups for
meetings and special events in
accordance with our rules of use.
Groups may also continue to reserve the
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Archivist’s Reception Room, which is
currently addressed in the subpart D
regulations. We also propose to add
information about fees we may charge
under 44 U.S.C. 2903(b), which was
enacted as part of the National Archives
and Records Administration (NARA)
Efficiency Act of 2004 (Public Law 108–
383; 118 Stat. 2218–2220, Sec. 4(b)).
Other related changes in this
proposed rule are:
• Removing the list of property under
the control of the Archivist of the
United States in § 1280.1 and, instead,
providing a cross reference to the
information in § 1280.2.
• Replacing the title ‘‘Assistant
Archivist for Administrative Services’’
with ‘‘Assistant Archivist for
Administration’’ in § 1280.34.
• Updating cross-referenced citations
to the Code of Federal Regulations in
§§ 1280.34(b) and 1280.48(f).
• Updating the address for the NARA
Public Affairs Officer in § 1280.48(a).
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• Adding the Charters Cafe as an
available cafeteria in § 1280.68.
• Removing references in Subpart D
to NA Form 16008, Application for Use
of Space, because we receive most
requests by telephone or fax. We
continue to include the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) control
number for the information collection.
• Adding tribal governments to the
list of governments that may request to
use NARA public spaces for official
functions in new §§ 1280.70, 1280.84,
and 1280.87.
This proposed rule is not a significant
regulatory action for the purposes of
Executive Order 12866 and has not been
reviewed by the Office of Management
and Budget. As required by the
Regulatory Flexibility Act, I certify that
this rule will not have a significant
impact on a substantial number of small
entities because it affects individuals.
This regulation does not have any
federalism implications.
List of Subjects in 36 CFR Part 1280
Archives and records, Federal
buildings and facilities.
For the reasons set forth in the
preamble, NARA proposes to amend
part 1280 of title 36, Code of Federal
Regulations, as follows:
PART 1280—USE OF NARA
FACILITIES
§ 1280.1
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What is the purpose of this part?
(a) This part tells you what rules you
must follow when you use property
under the control of the Archivist of the
United States (see § 1280.2 of this part).
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§ 1280.34
[Amended]
3. Amend § 1280.34 as follows:
a. Remove ‘‘Assistant Archivist for
Administrative Services’’ in paragraphs
(b) and (c) and add in their place
‘‘Assistant Archivist for
Administration.’’
b. Remove ‘‘36 CFR 1254.20’’ in the
third sentence of paragraph (b) and add
in its place ‘‘36 CFR 1254.48.’’
4. Amend § 1280.46 by revising
paragraph (b)(3) to read as follows:
§ 1280.46 What are the rules for filming,
photographing, or videotaping on NARA
property for personal use?
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(3) You may not film, photograph, or
videotape while on the interior steps or
ramp leading to the Declaration of
Independence, the Constitution, and the
Bill of Rights in the Rotunda of the
National Archives Building.
5. Amend § 1280.48 by revising
paragraph (a) and amending paragraph
(f) by revising the first sentence to read
as follows:
§ 1280.48 How do I apply to film,
photograph, or videotape on NARA
property for news purposes?
(a) If you wish to film, photograph, or
videotape for news purposes at the
National Archives Building (as
delineated in § 1280.2(a)), the National
Archives at College Park, or the
Washington National Records Center,
you must request permission from the
NARA Public Affairs Officer, 700
Pennsylvania Avenue, NW.,
Washington, DC 20408–0001. See also
§ 1280.42(b) for additional permissions
relating to the Washington National
Records Center.
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(f) This section does not apply to you
if you have permission to use your own
microfilming equipment to film archival
records and donated historical materials
under the provisions of 36 CFR 1254.90
through 1254.110. * * *
6. Amend § 1280.52 by revising the
third sentence of paragraph (a) as
follows:
1. The authority citation for part 1280
is revised to read as follows:
§ 1280.52 What are the rules for filming,
photographing, or videotaping on NARA
property for news purposes?
Authority: 44 U.S.C. 2102 notes, 2104(a),
2112, 2903.
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2. Amend § 1280.1 by revising
paragraph (a) to read as follows:
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(a) * * * If the Public Affairs Officer
approves your use of artificial lighting
in the Rotunda, NARA will use
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facsimiles in place of the Declaration of
Independence, the Constitution, and the
Bill of Rights. * * *
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7. Revise § 1280.68 to read as follows:
§ 1280.68
May I use the cafeterias?
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Yes, the Charters Cafe in the National
Archives Building is normally open to
the public Monday through Friday, 10
a.m. to 4 p.m. and the cafeteria at the
National Archives at College Park is
open to the public from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
8. Revise subpart D to read as follows:
Subpart D—What Rules Apply To Use
NARA Public Areas in the Washington, DC
Area?
General
Sec.
1280.70 When does NARA allow nonNARA groups to use the public areas of
NARA property?
1280.71 What are the general rules for using
NARA property in the Washington, DC
area?
1280.72 What additional rules apply for a
NARA approved event?
National Archives Building, Washington, DC
1280.74 What spaces in the National
Archives Building are available for use
by non-NARA groups and organizations?
1280.76 When are the public areas available
for private events in the National
Archives Building?
1280.78 Does NARA charge fees for the use
of public areas in the National Archives
Building?
1280.80 How do I request to use NARA
public areas in the National Archives
Building?
1280.82 How will NARA handle my request
to use public areas in the National
Archives Building?
1280.84 May I ask to use the Rotunda?
1280.85 What space in the National
Archives at College Park is available for
use by non-NARA groups and
organizations?
1280.86 When are the public areas available
for events in the National Archives at
College Park?
1280.87 Does NARA charge fees for the use
of public areas in the National Archives
at College Park?
1280.88 How do I request to use NARA
public areas in the National Archives at
College Park?
1280.89 How will NARA handle my request
to use public areas in the National
Archives at College Park?
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Subpart D—What Rules Apply To Use
NARA Public Areas in the Washington,
DC Area?
General
§ 1280.70 When does NARA allow nonNARA groups to use the public areas of
NARA property?
(a) The primary use of NARA property
in the Washington, DC, area (the
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National Archives Building and the
National Archives at College Park),
including those areas open to the
public, is the conduct of official NARA
business, including public programs
and other activities conducted in
conjunction with government and nongovernment organizations and the
Foundation for the National Archives
(‘‘Foundation’’). In conducting official
business, NARA and its partners use all
of the public areas of the Washington,
DC, area facilities. There are no public
areas in the Washington National
Records Center in Suitland, MD.
(b) NARA may permit, under the
conditions described in this subpart, the
occasional use of certain public areas by
other Federal agencies, quasi-Federal
agencies, and state, local, and tribal
government organizations for official
activities. NARA also permits the
occasional, non-official use of its public
areas by organizations when the activity
relates to or furthers NARA’s archival,
records, or other programs.
§ 1280.71 What are the general rules for
using NARA property in the Washington,
DC area?
In addition to the rules listed in
Subparts A, B, and C of this part, you
must adhere to the following rules when
using NARA public spaces:
(a) All use must relate to or further the
archival, records, or other activities of
NARA. Examples of use that meet this
standard include programs that promote
research in or the dissemination and use
of NARA holdings, including
educational programs and materials, the
preservation of NARA holdings or the
historical records and documentary
materials of other institutions, and the
use and enjoyment of NARA exhibits.
(b) All use must be consistent with
the public perception of NARA as an
archival and research institution.
(c) When NARA cohosts an activity
with the Foundation or other
organizations, NARA must be identified
as the cohost in all materials and
publicity relating to the activity.
(d) When NARA has authorized your
organization to use NARA property, you
may not characterize your use of NARA
property as an endorsement by NARA of
your organization or its activities, or
otherwise suggest an official
relationship between NARA and your
organization.
(e) You are not allowed to charge an
admission fee or make any indirect
assessment for admission, and you may
not otherwise collect money at the
event.
(f) You may not use NARA property
or permission to use that property to
advertise, promote, or sell commercial
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enterprises, products, or services, or for
partisan political, sectarian, or similar
purposes.
(g) You may not use NARA property
if you or your organization or group
engages in discriminatory practices
proscribed by the Civil Rights Act of
1964, as amended.
(h) You must not misrepresent your
identity to the public nor conduct any
activities in a misleading or fraudulent
manner.
(i) You must ensure that no
Government property is destroyed,
displaced, or damaged during your use
of NARA public areas. You must take
prompt action to replace, return, restore,
repair or repay NARA for any damage
caused to Government property during
the use of NARA facilities.
§ 1280.72 What additional rules apply for a
NARA approved event?
(a) Approved applicants must provide
support people as needed to register
guests, distribute approved literature,
name tags, and other material.
(b) We must approve in advance any
item that you plan to distribute or
display during your use of NARA
property, or any notice or advertisement
that refers, directly or indirectly, to
NARA, the Foundation for the National
Archives, or the National Archives Trust
Fund, or incorporates any of the seals
described in 36 CFR 1200.2.
(c) We must approve in advance any
vendor or caterer who will work in
NARA facilities. You must comply with
all NARA requirements for the use of
food and drink at your event.
(d) No food or drink may be present
or consumed in areas where original
records or historical materials are
displayed.
National Archives Building,
Washington, DC
§ 1280.74 What spaces in the National
Archives Building are available for use by
non-NARA groups and organizations?
You may ask to use the following
areas in the National Archives Building,
Washington, DC:
Area
Rotunda Galleries .....
William G. McGowan
Theater.
Archivist’s Reception
Room.
Presidential Conference Rooms.
Capacity
250 persons.
290 persons.
125 persons.
20 to 70 persons.
§ 1280.76 When are the public areas
available for private events in the National
Archives Building?
Most public areas are available for setup and use on weekdays from 6 p.m.
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until 10:30 p.m. during the fall and
winter seasons (day after Labor Day
through March 14). The areas are
available for set-up and use from 7:30
p.m. until 10:30 p.m. in the spring
season (March 15 through Labor Day).
The areas are not available during
weekends or on Federal holidays. A
NARA staff member must be present at
all times when non-NARA groups use
NARA spaces.
§ 1280.78 Does NARA charge fees for the
use of public areas in the National Archives
Building?
(a) NARA is authorized to charge fees
for the occasional, non-official use of its
public areas, as well as for services
related to such use, including additional
cleaning, security, and other staff
services. NARA will either exercise this
authority directly, or, for activities cosponsored with the Foundation for the
National Archives, as part of your
group’s arrangements with the
Foundation.
(b) We will inform organizations
interested in using public spaces in the
National Archives Building in advance
and in writing of the total estimated cost
associated with using the public area of
interest. Fees NARA charges are paid to
the National Archives Trust Fund.
(c) Federal and quasi-Federal
agencies, State, local, and tribal
governmental institutions using public
space for official government functions
pay fees to the National Archives Trust
Fund only for the costs for additional
cleaning, security, and other staff
services NARA provides.
§ 1280.80 How do I request to use NARA
public areas in the National Archives
Building?
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(a) Direct your request to use space to:
Special Events Division Director (AI);
National Archives and Records
Administration, 700 Pennsylvania
Avenue, NW., Room G–9, Washington,
DC 20408. Request by telephone at 202–
357–5164 or by fax at 202–357–5926.
(b) You must submit requests, signed
by an authorized official of your
organization, to use NARA public areas
at least 30 calendar days before the
proposed event is to occur.
(c) OMB control number 3095—0043
has been assigned to the information
collection contained in this section.
§ 1280.82 How will NARA handle my
request to use public areas in the National
Archives Building?
(a) When you ask to use property in
the National Archives Building, we
review your request to:
(1) Ensure that it meets all of the
provisions in this subpart;
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(2) Determine if the public area you
have requested is available on the date
and time you have requested;
(3) Evaluate whether your proposed
use is appropriate for the requested
space; and
(4) Determine the costs of the event.
(b) When we have completed this
review, we will notify you of the
decision. We may ask for additional
information before deciding whether or
not to approve your event.
(c) NARA reserves the right to review,
reject, or require changes in any
material, activity, or caterer you intend
to use for the event.
§ 1280.84
May I ask to use the Rotunda?
The Rotunda is primarily used for the
public exhibition of the Charters of
Freedom and other documents from
NARA’s holdings. NARA also uses the
Rotunda for activities that further its
Strategic Plan. Therefore, the use of the
Rotunda for private events is not
permitted. NARA may, upon
application, permit other Federal
agencies, quasi-Federal agencies, and
State, local, and tribal governments to
use the Rotunda for official functions,
with NARA as a co-sponsor.
Governmental groups that use the
Rotunda for official functions must
reimburse NARA for the cost of
additional cleaning, security, and other
staff services.
National Archives at College Park, MD
§ 1280.85 What space in the National
Archives at College Park is available for use
by non-NARA groups and organizations?
You may ask to use the following
areas:
Area
Capacity
Auditorium .................
Lecture Rooms ..........
300.
30 to 70 persons (or
up to 300 with all
dividers removed).
§ 1280.86 When are the public areas
available for events in the National Archives
at College Park?
Most areas are available for set-up and
use from 8 a.m. until 9:30 p.m., Monday
through Friday, and from 9 a.m. until
4:30 p.m. on Saturday. A NARA staff
member must be present at all times
when the public area is in use. If the
space and staff are available, we may
approve requests for events held before
or after these hours and on Sunday.
§ 1280.87 Does NARA charge fees for the
use of public areas in the National Archives
at College Park?
Park. We inform organizations in
advance and in writing of the total
estimated cost of using the public area.
Federal and quasi-Federal agencies,
State, local, and tribal governmental
institutions using public space for
official government functions pay fees
to the National Archives Trust Fund
only for the costs for additional
cleaning, security, and other staff
services NARA provides.
§ 1280.88 How do I request to use NARA
public areas in the National Archives at
College Park?
(a) Direct your request to use space to:
Special Events Coordinator (AII);
Facilities and Personal Property
Management Division; National
Archives and Records Administration;
8601 Adelphi Road, College Park, MD
20740–6001. Request by telephone at
301–837–1900, or by fax at 301–837–
3237.
(b) You must submit requests for use
of NARA public areas at least 30
calendar days before the proposed event
is to occur.
(c) OMB control number 3095—0043
has been assigned to the information
collection contained in this section.
§ 1280.89 How will NARA handle my
request to use public areas in the National
Archives at College Park?
(a) When you ask to use public areas
at the National Archives at College Park,
we will review your request to:
(1) Ensure that it meets all of the
provisions in this subpart;
(2) Determine if the room you have
requested is available on the date and
time you have requested; and
(3) Determine the cost of the event.
(b) When we have completed this
review, we will notify you of the
decision. We may ask for additional
information before deciding whether or
not to approve your event.
(c) NARA reserves the right to review,
reject, or require changes in any
material, activity, or caterer you intend
to use for the event.
Dated: March 31, 2008.
Allen Weinstein,
Archivist of the United States.
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[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 66 (Friday, April 4, 2008)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 18462-18465]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E8-7126]
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NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION
36 CFR Part 1280
RIN 3095-AB33
[DOCKET NARA-08-0002]
Use of Meeting Rooms and Public Space
AGENCY: National Archives and Records Administration (NARA).
ACTION: Proposed rule.
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SUMMARY: NARA proposes to amend its regulations on public use of the
National Archives Building in Washington, DC, for meetings or special
events. This proposal incorporates changes in available space as a
result of the renovation of the National Archives Building by
identifying the kinds of space available and procedures for requesting
use. NARA also proposes to charge fees for the use of public areas in
the National Archives Building in accordance with 44 U.S.C. 2903(b).
The proposed rule affects the public.
DATES: Comments are due by June 3, 2008.
ADDRESSES: NARA invites interested persons to submit comments on this
proposed rule. Comments may be
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submitted by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
Fax: Submit comments by facsimile transmission to 301-837-0319.
Mail: Send comments to Regulations Comments Desk (NPOL), Room 4100,
Policy and Planning Staff, National Archives and Records
Administration, 8601 Adelphi Road, College Park, MD 20740-6001.
Hand Delivery or Courier: Deliver comments to 8601 Adelphi Road,
College Park, MD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jennifer Davis Heaps at 301-837-1850,
or fax at 301-837-0319.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Following is a discussion of substantive
changes contained in this proposed rule. Additional nonsubstantive
changes have been made and the proposed regulation has been written in
plain language in accordance with the Presidential Memorandum of June
1, 1998, Plain Language in Government Writing.
What changes have been made in this proposed rule?
Most of the changes in this proposed rule are to 36 CFR part 1280,
subpart D, ``What Rules Apply to Use Public Areas in the Washington, DC
Area?'' We propose to change text in the regulations relating to the
availability of public spaces in the National Archives Building for
private, non-official use, including meetings and special events. The
spaces available for such use have changed since the last revision to
subpart D as a result of the building's renovation. The proposed
changes to the regulations address some areas that have been relocated,
expanded, and renamed. For example, the theater referenced in the
current subpart D has been replaced elsewhere in the building by the
larger William G. McGowan Theater. The Exhibition Hall has been
replaced by renovated and newly constructed exhibit areas including:
the renovated Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom (referred to as the
Rotunda in these proposed regulations), displaying the Declaration of
Independence, Constitution of the United States, and the Bill of
Rights; the Rotunda Galleries; the Lawrence F. O'Brien Gallery; and,
the Public Vaults. New ``Presidential Conference Rooms'' also have been
built. Of these spaces, the McGowan Theater and the Presidential
Conference Rooms may be reserved by groups for meetings and special
events in accordance with our rules of use. Groups may also continue to
reserve the Archivist's Reception Room, which is currently addressed in
the subpart D regulations. We also propose to add information about
fees we may charge under 44 U.S.C. 2903(b), which was enacted as part
of the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Efficiency
Act of 2004 (Public Law 108-383; 118 Stat. 2218-2220, Sec. 4(b)).
Other related changes in this proposed rule are:
Removing the list of property under the control of the
Archivist of the United States in Sec. 1280.1 and, instead, providing
a cross reference to the information in Sec. 1280.2.
Replacing the title ``Assistant Archivist for
Administrative Services'' with ``Assistant Archivist for
Administration'' in Sec. 1280.34.
Updating cross-referenced citations to the Code of Federal
Regulations in Sec. Sec. 1280.34(b) and 1280.48(f).
Updating the address for the NARA Public Affairs Officer
in Sec. 1280.48(a).
Adding the Charters Caf[eacute] as an available cafeteria
in Sec. 1280.68.
Removing references in Subpart D to NA Form 16008,
Application for Use of Space, because we receive most requests by
telephone or fax. We continue to include the Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) control number for the information collection.
Adding tribal governments to the list of governments that
may request to use NARA public spaces for official functions in new
Sec. Sec. 1280.70, 1280.84, and 1280.87.
This proposed rule is not a significant regulatory action for the
purposes of Executive Order 12866 and has not been reviewed by the
Office of Management and Budget. As required by the Regulatory
Flexibility Act, I certify that this rule will not have a significant
impact on a substantial number of small entities because it affects
individuals. This regulation does not have any federalism implications.
List of Subjects in 36 CFR Part 1280
Archives and records, Federal buildings and facilities.
For the reasons set forth in the preamble, NARA proposes to amend
part 1280 of title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, as follows:
PART 1280--USE OF NARA FACILITIES
1. The authority citation for part 1280 is revised to read as
follows:
Authority: 44 U.S.C. 2102 notes, 2104(a), 2112, 2903.
2. Amend Sec. 1280.1 by revising paragraph (a) to read as follows:
Sec. 1280.1 What is the purpose of this part?
(a) This part tells you what rules you must follow when you use
property under the control of the Archivist of the United States (see
Sec. 1280.2 of this part).
* * * * *
Sec. 1280.34 [Amended]
3. Amend Sec. 1280.34 as follows:
a. Remove ``Assistant Archivist for Administrative Services'' in
paragraphs (b) and (c) and add in their place ``Assistant Archivist for
Administration.''
b. Remove ``36 CFR 1254.20'' in the third sentence of paragraph (b)
and add in its place ``36 CFR 1254.48.''
4. Amend Sec. 1280.46 by revising paragraph (b)(3) to read as
follows:
Sec. 1280.46 What are the rules for filming, photographing, or
videotaping on NARA property for personal use?
* * * * *
(b) * * *
(3) You may not film, photograph, or videotape while on the
interior steps or ramp leading to the Declaration of Independence, the
Constitution, and the Bill of Rights in the Rotunda of the National
Archives Building.
5. Amend Sec. 1280.48 by revising paragraph (a) and amending
paragraph (f) by revising the first sentence to read as follows:
Sec. 1280.48 How do I apply to film, photograph, or videotape on NARA
property for news purposes?
(a) If you wish to film, photograph, or videotape for news purposes
at the National Archives Building (as delineated in Sec. 1280.2(a)),
the National Archives at College Park, or the Washington National
Records Center, you must request permission from the NARA Public
Affairs Officer, 700 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20408-
0001. See also Sec. 1280.42(b) for additional permissions relating to
the Washington National Records Center.
* * * * *
(f) This section does not apply to you if you have permission to
use your own microfilming equipment to film archival records and
donated historical materials under the provisions of 36 CFR 1254.90
through 1254.110. * * *
6. Amend Sec. 1280.52 by revising the third sentence of paragraph
(a) as follows:
Sec. 1280.52 What are the rules for filming, photographing, or
videotaping on NARA property for news purposes?
* * * * *
(a) * * * If the Public Affairs Officer approves your use of
artificial lighting in the Rotunda, NARA will use
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facsimiles in place of the Declaration of Independence, the
Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. * * *
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7. Revise Sec. 1280.68 to read as follows:
Sec. 1280.68 May I use the cafeterias?
Yes, the Charters Caf[eacute] in the National Archives Building is
normally open to the public Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
and the cafeteria at the National Archives at College Park is open to
the public from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
8. Revise subpart D to read as follows:
Subpart D--What Rules Apply To Use NARA Public Areas in the Washington,
DC Area?
General
Sec.
1280.70 When does NARA allow non-NARA groups to use the public areas
of NARA property?
1280.71 What are the general rules for using NARA property in the
Washington, DC area?
1280.72 What additional rules apply for a NARA approved event?
National Archives Building, Washington, DC
1280.74 What spaces in the National Archives Building are available
for use by non-NARA groups and organizations?
1280.76 When are the public areas available for private events in
the National Archives Building?
1280.78 Does NARA charge fees for the use of public areas in the
National Archives Building?
1280.80 How do I request to use NARA public areas in the National
Archives Building?
1280.82 How will NARA handle my request to use public areas in the
National Archives Building?
1280.84 May I ask to use the Rotunda?
1280.85 What space in the National Archives at College Park is
available for use by non-NARA groups and organizations?
1280.86 When are the public areas available for events in the
National Archives at College Park?
1280.87 Does NARA charge fees for the use of public areas in the
National Archives at College Park?
1280.88 How do I request to use NARA public areas in the National
Archives at College Park?
1280.89 How will NARA handle my request to use public areas in the
National Archives at College Park?
Subpart D--What Rules Apply To Use NARA Public Areas in the
Washington, DC Area?
General
Sec. 1280.70 When does NARA allow non-NARA groups to use the public
areas of NARA property?
(a) The primary use of NARA property in the Washington, DC, area
(the National Archives Building and the National Archives at College
Park), including those areas open to the public, is the conduct of
official NARA business, including public programs and other activities
conducted in conjunction with government and non-government
organizations and the Foundation for the National Archives
(``Foundation''). In conducting official business, NARA and its
partners use all of the public areas of the Washington, DC, area
facilities. There are no public areas in the Washington National
Records Center in Suitland, MD.
(b) NARA may permit, under the conditions described in this
subpart, the occasional use of certain public areas by other Federal
agencies, quasi-Federal agencies, and state, local, and tribal
government organizations for official activities. NARA also permits the
occasional, non-official use of its public areas by organizations when
the activity relates to or furthers NARA's archival, records, or other
programs.
Sec. 1280.71 What are the general rules for using NARA property in
the Washington, DC area?
In addition to the rules listed in Subparts A, B, and C of this
part, you must adhere to the following rules when using NARA public
spaces:
(a) All use must relate to or further the archival, records, or
other activities of NARA. Examples of use that meet this standard
include programs that promote research in or the dissemination and use
of NARA holdings, including educational programs and materials, the
preservation of NARA holdings or the historical records and documentary
materials of other institutions, and the use and enjoyment of NARA
exhibits.
(b) All use must be consistent with the public perception of NARA
as an archival and research institution.
(c) When NARA cohosts an activity with the Foundation or other
organizations, NARA must be identified as the cohost in all materials
and publicity relating to the activity.
(d) When NARA has authorized your organization to use NARA
property, you may not characterize your use of NARA property as an
endorsement by NARA of your organization or its activities, or
otherwise suggest an official relationship between NARA and your
organization.
(e) You are not allowed to charge an admission fee or make any
indirect assessment for admission, and you may not otherwise collect
money at the event.
(f) You may not use NARA property or permission to use that
property to advertise, promote, or sell commercial enterprises,
products, or services, or for partisan political, sectarian, or similar
purposes.
(g) You may not use NARA property if you or your organization or
group engages in discriminatory practices proscribed by the Civil
Rights Act of 1964, as amended.
(h) You must not misrepresent your identity to the public nor
conduct any activities in a misleading or fraudulent manner.
(i) You must ensure that no Government property is destroyed,
displaced, or damaged during your use of NARA public areas. You must
take prompt action to replace, return, restore, repair or repay NARA
for any damage caused to Government property during the use of NARA
facilities.
Sec. 1280.72 What additional rules apply for a NARA approved event?
(a) Approved applicants must provide support people as needed to
register guests, distribute approved literature, name tags, and other
material.
(b) We must approve in advance any item that you plan to distribute
or display during your use of NARA property, or any notice or
advertisement that refers, directly or indirectly, to NARA, the
Foundation for the National Archives, or the National Archives Trust
Fund, or incorporates any of the seals described in 36 CFR 1200.2.
(c) We must approve in advance any vendor or caterer who will work
in NARA facilities. You must comply with all NARA requirements for the
use of food and drink at your event.
(d) No food or drink may be present or consumed in areas where
original records or historical materials are displayed.
National Archives Building, Washington, DC
Sec. 1280.74 What spaces in the National Archives Building are
available for use by non-NARA groups and organizations?
You may ask to use the following areas in the National Archives
Building, Washington, DC:
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Area Capacity
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Rotunda Galleries......................... 250 persons.
William G. McGowan Theater................ 290 persons.
Archivist's Reception Room................ 125 persons.
Presidential Conference Rooms............. 20 to 70 persons.
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Sec. 1280.76 When are the public areas available for private events
in the National Archives Building?
Most public areas are available for set-up and use on weekdays from
6 p.m.
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until 10:30 p.m. during the fall and winter seasons (day after Labor
Day through March 14). The areas are available for set-up and use from
7:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m. in the spring season (March 15 through Labor
Day). The areas are not available during weekends or on Federal
holidays. A NARA staff member must be present at all times when non-
NARA groups use NARA spaces.
Sec. 1280.78 Does NARA charge fees for the use of public areas in the
National Archives Building?
(a) NARA is authorized to charge fees for the occasional, non-
official use of its public areas, as well as for services related to
such use, including additional cleaning, security, and other staff
services. NARA will either exercise this authority directly, or, for
activities co-sponsored with the Foundation for the National Archives,
as part of your group's arrangements with the Foundation.
(b) We will inform organizations interested in using public spaces
in the National Archives Building in advance and in writing of the
total estimated cost associated with using the public area of interest.
Fees NARA charges are paid to the National Archives Trust Fund.
(c) Federal and quasi-Federal agencies, State, local, and tribal
governmental institutions using public space for official government
functions pay fees to the National Archives Trust Fund only for the
costs for additional cleaning, security, and other staff services NARA
provides.
Sec. 1280.80 How do I request to use NARA public areas in the
National Archives Building?
(a) Direct your request to use space to: Special Events Division
Director (AI); National Archives and Records Administration, 700
Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Room G-9, Washington, DC 20408. Request by
telephone at 202-357-5164 or by fax at 202-357-5926.
(b) You must submit requests, signed by an authorized official of
your organization, to use NARA public areas at least 30 calendar days
before the proposed event is to occur.
(c) OMB control number 3095--0043 has been assigned to the
information collection contained in this section.
Sec. 1280.82 How will NARA handle my request to use public areas in
the National Archives Building?
(a) When you ask to use property in the National Archives Building,
we review your request to:
(1) Ensure that it meets all of the provisions in this subpart;
(2) Determine if the public area you have requested is available on
the date and time you have requested;
(3) Evaluate whether your proposed use is appropriate for the
requested space; and
(4) Determine the costs of the event.
(b) When we have completed this review, we will notify you of the
decision. We may ask for additional information before deciding whether
or not to approve your event.
(c) NARA reserves the right to review, reject, or require changes
in any material, activity, or caterer you intend to use for the event.
Sec. 1280.84 May I ask to use the Rotunda?
The Rotunda is primarily used for the public exhibition of the
Charters of Freedom and other documents from NARA's holdings. NARA also
uses the Rotunda for activities that further its Strategic Plan.
Therefore, the use of the Rotunda for private events is not permitted.
NARA may, upon application, permit other Federal agencies, quasi-
Federal agencies, and State, local, and tribal governments to use the
Rotunda for official functions, with NARA as a co-sponsor. Governmental
groups that use the Rotunda for official functions must reimburse NARA
for the cost of additional cleaning, security, and other staff
services.
National Archives at College Park, MD
Sec. 1280.85 What space in the National Archives at College Park is
available for use by non-NARA groups and organizations?
You may ask to use the following areas:
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Area Capacity
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Auditorium................................ 300.
Lecture Rooms............................. 30 to 70 persons (or up to
300 with all dividers
removed).
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Sec. 1280.86 When are the public areas available for events in the
National Archives at College Park?
Most areas are available for set-up and use from 8 a.m. until 9:30
p.m., Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on
Saturday. A NARA staff member must be present at all times when the
public area is in use. If the space and staff are available, we may
approve requests for events held before or after these hours and on
Sunday.
Sec. 1280.87 Does NARA charge fees for the use of public areas in the
National Archives at College Park?
NARA may charge a fee under 44 U.S.C. 2903(b) for the use of public
areas at the National Archives at College Park. We inform organizations
in advance and in writing of the total estimated cost of using the
public area. Federal and quasi-Federal agencies, State, local, and
tribal governmental institutions using public space for official
government functions pay fees to the National Archives Trust Fund only
for the costs for additional cleaning, security, and other staff
services NARA provides.
Sec. 1280.88 How do I request to use NARA public areas in the
National Archives at College Park?
(a) Direct your request to use space to: Special Events Coordinator
(AII); Facilities and Personal Property Management Division; National
Archives and Records Administration; 8601 Adelphi Road, College Park,
MD 20740-6001. Request by telephone at 301-837-1900, or by fax at 301-
837-3237.
(b) You must submit requests for use of NARA public areas at least
30 calendar days before the proposed event is to occur.
(c) OMB control number 3095--0043 has been assigned to the
information collection contained in this section.
Sec. 1280.89 How will NARA handle my request to use public areas in
the National Archives at College Park?
(a) When you ask to use public areas at the National Archives at
College Park, we will review your request to:
(1) Ensure that it meets all of the provisions in this subpart;
(2) Determine if the room you have requested is available on the
date and time you have requested; and
(3) Determine the cost of the event.
(b) When we have completed this review, we will notify you of the
decision. We may ask for additional information before deciding whether
or not to approve your event.
(c) NARA reserves the right to review, reject, or require changes
in any material, activity, or caterer you intend to use for the event.
Dated: March 31, 2008.
Allen Weinstein,
Archivist of the United States.
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