Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records, 41870-41872 [E9-19867]

Download as PDF 41870 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 159 / Wednesday, August 19, 2009 / Notices GNSA 14 SYSTEM NAME: NSA/CSS Library Patron File Control System SYSTEM LOCATION: National Security Agency/Central Security Service, Ft. George G. Meade, MD 20755–6000. Agency. Disposal of records is accomplished by deletion from the database. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SYSTEM MANAGER(S) AND ADDRESS: [Docket ID DoD–2009–OS–0126] Chief, Advanced Intelligence Research Services, National Security Agency/Central Security Service, Ft. George G. Meade, MD 20755–6000. NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE: Borrowers of library materials from NSA/CSS libraries. Individuals seeking to determine whether information about themselves is contained in this system should address written inquiries to the National Security Agency/Central Security Service, Freedom of Information Act/ Privacy Act Office, 9800 Savage Road, Ft. George G. Meade, MD 20755–6000. Written inquiries should contain the individual’s full name, and mailing address. File consists of borrower’s name, Standard Identifier (SID), work organization, work telephone number, contracting sponsor’s name, and library materials borrowed. AUTHORITY FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE SYSTEM: Section 10 of the National Security Agency Act of 1959, Public Law 86–36 (50 U.S.C. 402 note). RECORD ACCESS PROCEDURES: ROUTINE USES OF RECORDS MAINTAINED IN THE SYSTEM, INCLUDING CATEGORIES OF USERS AND THE PURPOSES OF SUCH USES: In addition to those disclosures generally permitted under 5 U.S.C. 552a(b) of the Privacy Act, these records or information contained therein may specifically be disclosed outside the DoD as a routine use pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(b)(3) as follows: The ‘DoD Blanket Routine Uses’ set forth at the beginning of the NSA/CSS’ compilation of systems of records notices apply to this system. Individuals seeking access to information about themselves contained in this system should address written inquiries to the National Security Agency/Central Security Service, Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act Office, 9800 Savage Road, Ft. George G. Meade, MD 20755–6000. Written inquiries should contain the individual’s full name, and mailing address. CONTESTING RECORD PROCEDURES: PURPOSE(S): To track and administer the use of NSA/CSS library materials. POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR STORING, RETRIEVING, ACCESSING, RETAINING, AND DISPOSING OF RECORDS IN THE SYSTEM: STORAGE: Electronic storage media. By name, Standard Identifier (SID), or by title of the library material borrowed. jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES SAFEGUARDS: RETENTION AND DISPOSAL: Once a borrower has registered with the library, the borrower remains registered until he/she leaves the 16:53 Aug 18, 2009 Jkt 217001 Contents of the record are obtained from the individual borrower and from the Searchlight database. EXEMPTIONS CLAIMED FOR THE SYSTEM: Buildings are secured by a series of guarded pedestrian gates and checkpoints. Access to facilities is limited to security-cleared personnel and escorted visitors only. Access to electronic records is limited and controlled by computer password protection. VerDate Nov<24>2008 The NSA/CSS rules for contesting contents and appealing initial determinations are published at 32 CFR part 322 or may be obtained by written request addressed to the National Security Agency/Central Security Service, Freedom of Information Act/ Privacy Act Office, 9800 Savage Road, Ft. George G. Meade, MD 20755–6000. RECORD SOURCE CATEGORIES: RETRIEVABILITY: Portions of this file may be exempt under 5 U.S.C. 552a(k)(4), as applicable. An exemption rule for this record system has been promulgated according to the requirements of 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(1), (2), and (3), (c) and (e) and published in 32 CFR part 322. For additional information contact the system manager. [FR Doc. E9–19868 Filed 8–18–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 5001–06–P PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records Office of the Secretary, DoD. Notice to Alter a System of Records. AGENCY: ACTION: CATEGORIES OF INDIVIDUALS COVERED BY THE SYSTEM: CATEGORIES OF RECORDS IN THE SYSTEM: Office of the Secretary SUMMARY: The Office of the Secretary of Defense proposes to alter a system of records to its inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended. DATES: This proposed action would be effective without further notice on September 18, 2009 unless comments are received which result in a contrary determination. ADDRESSES: Send comments to Chief, OSD/JS Privacy Office, Freedom of Information Directorate, Washington Headquarters Services, 1155 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–1155. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Cindy Allard at (703) 588–6830. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Office of the Secretary of Defense notices for systems of records subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended, have been published in the Federal Register and are available from the address above. The proposed system report, as required by 5 U.S.C. 552a(r) of the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, was submitted on August 5, 2009, to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, the Senate Committee on Governmental Affairs, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) pursuant to paragraph 4c of Appendix I to OMB Circular No. A– 130, ‘Federal Agency Responsibilities for Maintaining Records About Individuals,’ dated February 8, 1996 (February 20, 1996, 61 FR 6427). Dated: August 12, 2009. Patricia L. Toppings, OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. DWHS E06 SYSTEM NAME: Correspondence Control System (July 2, 2009, 74 FR 31712) Changes: * * * * * SYSTEM NAME: Delete entry and replace with ‘‘Enterprise Correspondence Control System (ECCS).’’ * * * * * E:\FR\FM\19AUN1.SGM 19AUN1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 159 / Wednesday, August 19, 2009 / Notices CATEGORIES OF INDIVIDUALS COVERED BY THE SYSTEM: Delete existing entry and replace with ‘‘Members of the public who initiated communications with the Office of the Secretary of Defense and Department of Defense personnel (uniformed or civilian) for whom workforce and/or organizational actions are processed and coordinated in the Enterprise Correspondence Control System.’’ CATEGORIES OF RECORDS IN THE SYSTEM: Delete entry and replace with ‘‘Name, Social Security Number (SSN), date and place of birth, pay grade, salary and contact information (mailing address, telephone number, fax number, email address). Inquiries and other communications pertaining to any matter under the cognizance of the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Record types may include, but are not limited to, complaints, appeals, grievances; personnel actions, assignment requests, awards, nominations and presidential support letters; condolence letters, retirement letters, letters of appreciation, Senior Executive Service letters and pay adjustments; certificates, Secretary of Defense and OSD Component letters of appreciation; travel requests and military airlift requests; evaluative data; actions taken and responses from the Secretary to the President, White House staff, other Cabinet officials, Congress, state, local officials, and corporate officials; and similar documents.’’ AUTHORITY FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE SYSTEM: Delete existing entry and replace with ‘‘5 U.S.C. 301, Departmental Regulations; DoD Directive 5110.4, Washington Headquarters Services (WHS); and E.O. 9397 (SSN), as amended.’’ jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES PURPOSE(S): Delete existing entry and replace with ‘‘The Enterprise Correspondence Control System (ECCS) comprises two sub-systems (the Correspondence Control System (CCS) and the Staff Action Control and Coordination Portal (SACCP)). CCS supports the Secretary of Defense by tracking actions taken and responses from the Secretary to the President, White House staff, other Cabinet officials, Congress, state and local officials, corporate officials, members of the Department of Defense and the public. SACCP is used by Component Offices of the Secretary of Defense to facilitate and control the processing and coordination of workforce and/or organizational actions to, from, and VerDate Nov<24>2008 17:17 Aug 18, 2009 Jkt 217001 within components in conduct of official daily business.’’ * * * * * DWHS E06 SYSTEM NAME: Enterprise Correspondence Control System (ECCS). SYSTEM LOCATION: Correspondence Control Division, Executive Services Directorate, Washington Headquarters Services, Room 3C843, 1155 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–1155. CATEGORIES OF INDIVIDUALS COVERED BY THE SYSTEM: Members of the public who initiated communications with the Office of the Secretary of Defense and Department of Defense personnel (uniformed or civilian) for whom workforce and/or organizational actions are processed and coordinated in the Enterprise Correspondence Control System. CATEGORIES OF RECORDS IN THE SYSTEM: Name, Social Security Number (SSN), date and place of birth, pay grade, salary and contact information (mailing address, telephone number, fax number, email address). Inquiries and other communications pertaining to any matter under the cognizance of the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Record types may include, but are not limited to, complaints, appeals, grievances; personnel actions, assignment requests, awards, nominations and presidential support letters; condolence letters, retirement letters, letters of appreciation, Senior Executive Service letters and pay adjustments; certificates, Secretary of Defense and OSD Component letters of appreciation; travel requests and military airlift requests; evaluative data; actions taken and responses from the Secretary to the President, White House staff, other Cabinet officials, Congress, state, local officials, and corporate officials; and similar documents. AUTHORITY FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE SYSTEM: 5 U.S.C. 301, Departmental Regulations; DoD Directive 5110.4, Washington Headquarters Services (WHS); and E.O. 9397 (SSN), as amended. PURPOSE(S): The Enterprise Correspondence Control System (ECCS) comprises two sub-systems (the Correspondence Control System (CCS) and the Staff Action Control and Coordination Portal (SACCP)). CCS supports the Secretary of Defense by tracking actions taken and responses PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 41871 from the Secretary to the President, White House staff, other Cabinet officials, Congress, state and local officials, corporate officials, members of the Department of Defense and the public. SACCP is used by Component Offices of the Secretary of Defense to facilitate and control the processing and coordination of workforce and/or organizational actions to, from, and within components in conduct of official daily business. Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including categories of users and the purposes of such uses: In addition to those disclosures generally permitted under 5 U.S.C. 552a(b) of the Privacy Act of 1974, these records may specifically be disclosed outside the Department of Defense as a routine use pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(b)(3) as follows: The DoD ‘Blanket Routine Uses’ set forth at the beginning of the OSD’s compilation of systems of records notices apply to this system. POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR STORING, RETRIEVING, ACCESSING, RETAINING, AND DISPOSING OF RECORDS IN THE SYSTEM: STORAGE: Maintained in paper files and electronic storage media. RETRIEVABILITY: Last name and first name initial of the individual, subject and date of the document. SAFEGUARDS: Records are maintained in a controlled facility. Physical entry is restricted by the use of locks, guards, and is accessible only to authorized personnel. Access to records is limited to person(s) responsible for servicing the record in performance of their official duties and who are properly screened and cleared for need-to-know. Access to computerized data is restricted by Common Access Card (CAC). RETENTION AND DISPOSAL: Records are cut off annually and destroyed when 7 years old. SYSTEM MANAGER(S) AND ADDRESS: Chief, Correspondence Control Division, Executive Services Directorate, Washington Headquarters Services, 1155 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–1155. NOTIFICATION PROCEDURE: Individuals seeking to determine whether information about themselves is contained in this system should address written inquiries to the Chief, Correspondence Control Division, E:\FR\FM\19AUN1.SGM 19AUN1 41872 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 159 / Wednesday, August 19, 2009 / Notices Executive Services Directorate, Washington Headquarters Services, Room 3C843, 1155 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–1155. The requests should contain the individual’s last name, first name initial, subject and document date. RECORD ACCESS PROCEDURES: Individuals seeking access to records about themselves contained in this system of records should address written inquiries to the Office of the Secretary of Defense/Joint Staff Freedom of Information Act, Requester Service Center, Office of Freedom of Information, 1155 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301–1155. Individuals should provide the name and number of this system of records notice, the individual’s last name, first name initial, subject, date of document and be signed. actions or investigations, to ensure protective services provided the President and others are not compromised, to protect the identity of confidential sources incident to Federal employment, military service, contract, and security clearance determinations, to preserve the confidentiality and integrity of Federal testing materials, and to safeguard evaluation materials used for military promotions when furnished by a confidential source. The exemption rule for the original records will identify the specific reasons why the records are exempt from specific provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552a. An exemption rule for this system has been promulgated in accordance with requirements of 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(1), (2), and (3), (c), and (e) and published in 32 CFR part 311. For additional information contact the system manager. The Office of the Secretary of Defense rules for accessing records, for contesting contents and appealing initial agency determinations are published in Office of the Secretary of Defense Administrative Instruction 81; 32 CFR part 311; or may be obtained from the system manager. RECORD SOURCE CATEGORIES: jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with NOTICES SYSTEM NAME: NSA/CSS Accounts Receivable, Indebtedness and Claims. SYSTEM LOCATION: DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE CATEGORIES OF INDIVIDUALS COVERED BY THE SYSTEM: Office of the Secretary Current and former civilian employees, current and former military assignees, dependents of employees, military assignees, and other individuals who may be indebted to the National Security Agency/Central Security Service (NSA/CSS),another government agency, or have a claim pending against NSA/CSS. [Docket ID DoD–2009–OS–0130] Privacy Act of 1974; Systems of Records EXEMPTIONS CLAIMED FOR THE SYSTEM: During the course of preparing a response to some types of incoming communications from the public, exempt materials from other systems of records may in turn become part of the case records in this system. To the extent that copies of exempt records from those ‘other’ systems of records are entered into this correspondence case record, the Office of the Secretary of Defense hereby claims the same exemptions for the records from those ‘other’ systems that are entered into this system, as claimed for the original primary systems of records which they are a part. Records are only exempt from pertinent provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552a to the extent such provisions have been identified and an exemption claimed for the original record and the purposes underlying the exemption for the original record still pertain to the record which is now contained in this system of records. In general, the exemptions were claimed in order to protect properly classified information relating to national defense and foreign policy, to avoid interference during the conduct of criminal, civil, or administrative The National Security Agency/Central Security Service proposes to add a system of records notices in its inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended. DATES: This proposed action will be effective without further notice on September 18, 2009 unless comments are received which would result in a contrary determination. ADDRESSES: Send comments to the National Security Agency/Central Security Service, Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act Office, 9800 Savage Road, Suite 6248, Ft. George G. Meade, MD 20755–6248. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Anne Hill at (301) 688–6527. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The National Security Agency’s record system notices for records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended, have been published in the Federal Register and are available from the address above. The proposed system report, as required by 5 U.S.C. 552a(r) of the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, was Jkt 217001 GNSA 26 National Security Agency/Central Security Service, 9800 Savage Road, Ft. George G. Meade, MD 20755–6000. [FR Doc. E9–19867 Filed 8–18–09; 8:45 am] AGENCY: National Security Agency/ Central Security Service, DoD. ACTION: Notice to add a System of Records. Individuals and those writing on their behalf, and official records. 16:53 Aug 18, 2009 Dated: August 12, 2009. Patricia L. Toppings, OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. BILLING CODE 5001–06–P CONTESTING RECORD PROCEDURES: VerDate Nov<24>2008 submitted on August 12, 2009, to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) pursuant to paragraph 4c of Appendix I to OMB Circular No. A–130, ‘Federal Agency Responsibilities for Maintaining Records About Individuals,’ dated August 09, 2009 61 FR 6427). SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 CATEGORIES OF RECORDS IN THE SYSTEM: Records maintained in this system include documentation pertaining to telephone bills; dishonored checks; erroneous payments; property losses and damages; administratively determined indebtedness; cash collection vouchers; correspondence from or to the debtor or claimant; applications for waiver of erroneous payments or for remission of indebtedness with supporting documentation; claims of individuals requesting additional payments with supporting documentation; and litigation records or reports from probate courts and bankruptcy courts. Records may contain names, Social Security Numbers (SSNs), debt amounts, interest and penalty amounts, debt reasons, debt status, demographic information, such as grade or rank, sex, date of birth, duty and home address, and any other information necessary to identity the individual, the amount, and the history of the claim or debt. AUTHORITY FOR MAINTENANCE OF THE SYSTEM: 5 U.S.C. Chapter 55, subchapter II, Pay Administration, Withholding Pay; 31 U.S.C. Chapter 35, Accounting and E:\FR\FM\19AUN1.SGM 19AUN1

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[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 159 (Wednesday, August 19, 2009)]
[Notices]
[Pages 41870-41872]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-19867]


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DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

Office of the Secretary

[Docket ID DoD-2009-OS-0126]


Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, DoD.

ACTION: Notice to Alter a System of Records.

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SUMMARY: The Office of the Secretary of Defense proposes to alter a 
system of records to its inventory of record systems subject to the 
Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.

DATES: This proposed action would be effective without further notice 
on September 18, 2009 unless comments are received which result in a 
contrary determination.

ADDRESSES: Send comments to Chief, OSD/JS Privacy Office, Freedom of 
Information Directorate, Washington Headquarters Services, 1155 Defense 
Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301-1155.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Cindy Allard at (703) 588-6830.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Office of the Secretary of Defense 
notices for systems of records subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 
U.S.C. 552a), as amended, have been published in the Federal Register 
and are available from the address above.
    The proposed system report, as required by 5 U.S.C. 552a(r) of the 
Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, was submitted on August 5, 2009, to 
the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, the Senate 
Committee on Governmental Affairs, and the Office of Management and 
Budget (OMB) pursuant to paragraph 4c of Appendix I to OMB Circular No. 
A-130, `Federal Agency Responsibilities for Maintaining Records About 
Individuals,' dated February 8, 1996 (February 20, 1996, 61 FR 6427).

    Dated: August 12, 2009.
Patricia L. Toppings,
OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense.
DWHS E06

System name:
    Correspondence Control System (July 2, 2009, 74 FR 31712) Changes:
* * * * *

System name:
    Delete entry and replace with ``Enterprise Correspondence Control 
System (ECCS).''
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Categories of individuals covered by the system:
    Delete existing entry and replace with ``Members of the public who 
initiated communications with the Office of the Secretary of Defense 
and Department of Defense personnel (uniformed or civilian) for whom 
workforce and/or organizational actions are processed and coordinated 
in the Enterprise Correspondence Control System.''

Categories of records in the system:
    Delete entry and replace with ``Name, Social Security Number (SSN), 
date and place of birth, pay grade, salary and contact information 
(mailing address, telephone number, fax number, email address). 
Inquiries and other communications pertaining to any matter under the 
cognizance of the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Record types may 
include, but are not limited to, complaints, appeals, grievances; 
personnel actions, assignment requests, awards, nominations and 
presidential support letters; condolence letters, retirement letters, 
letters of appreciation, Senior Executive Service letters and pay 
adjustments; certificates, Secretary of Defense and OSD Component 
letters of appreciation; travel requests and military airlift requests; 
evaluative data; actions taken and responses from the Secretary to the 
President, White House staff, other Cabinet officials, Congress, state, 
local officials, and corporate officials; and similar documents.''

Authority for maintenance of the system:
    Delete existing entry and replace with ``5 U.S.C. 301, Departmental 
Regulations; DoD Directive 5110.4, Washington Headquarters Services 
(WHS); and E.O. 9397 (SSN), as amended.''

Purpose(s):
    Delete existing entry and replace with ``The Enterprise 
Correspondence Control System (ECCS) comprises two sub-systems (the 
Correspondence Control System (CCS) and the Staff Action Control and 
Coordination Portal (SACCP)).
    CCS supports the Secretary of Defense by tracking actions taken and 
responses from the Secretary to the President, White House staff, other 
Cabinet officials, Congress, state and local officials, corporate 
officials, members of the Department of Defense and the public.
    SACCP is used by Component Offices of the Secretary of Defense to 
facilitate and control the processing and coordination of workforce 
and/or organizational actions to, from, and within components in 
conduct of official daily business.''
* * * * *
DWHS E06

System name:
    Enterprise Correspondence Control System (ECCS).

System location:
    Correspondence Control Division, Executive Services Directorate, 
Washington Headquarters Services, Room 3C843, 1155 Defense Pentagon, 
Washington, DC 20301-1155.

Categories of individuals covered by the system:
    Members of the public who initiated communications with the Office 
of the Secretary of Defense and Department of Defense personnel 
(uniformed or civilian) for whom workforce and/or organizational 
actions are processed and coordinated in the Enterprise Correspondence 
Control System.

Categories of records in the system:
    Name, Social Security Number (SSN), date and place of birth, pay 
grade, salary and contact information (mailing address, telephone 
number, fax number, email address). Inquiries and other communications 
pertaining to any matter under the cognizance of the Office of the 
Secretary of Defense. Record types may include, but are not limited to, 
complaints, appeals, grievances; personnel actions, assignment 
requests, awards, nominations and presidential support letters; 
condolence letters, retirement letters, letters of appreciation, Senior 
Executive Service letters and pay adjustments; certificates, Secretary 
of Defense and OSD Component letters of appreciation; travel requests 
and military airlift requests; evaluative data; actions taken and 
responses from the Secretary to the President, White House staff, other 
Cabinet officials, Congress, state, local officials, and corporate 
officials; and similar documents.

Authority for maintenance of the system:
    5 U.S.C. 301, Departmental Regulations; DoD Directive 5110.4, 
Washington Headquarters Services (WHS); and E.O. 9397 (SSN), as 
amended.

Purpose(s):
    The Enterprise Correspondence Control System (ECCS) comprises two 
sub-systems (the Correspondence Control System (CCS) and the Staff 
Action Control and Coordination Portal (SACCP)).
    CCS supports the Secretary of Defense by tracking actions taken and 
responses from the Secretary to the President, White House staff, other 
Cabinet officials, Congress, state and local officials, corporate 
officials, members of the Department of Defense and the public.
    SACCP is used by Component Offices of the Secretary of Defense to 
facilitate and control the processing and coordination of workforce 
and/or organizational actions to, from, and within components in 
conduct of official daily business.
    Routine uses of records maintained in the system, including 
categories of users and the purposes of such uses: In addition to those 
disclosures generally permitted under 5 U.S.C. 552a(b) of the Privacy 
Act of 1974, these records may specifically be disclosed outside the 
Department of Defense as a routine use pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552a(b)(3) 
as follows:
    The DoD `Blanket Routine Uses' set forth at the beginning of the 
OSD's compilation of systems of records notices apply to this system.

Policies and practices for storing, retrieving, accessing, retaining, 
and disposing of records in the system:
Storage:
    Maintained in paper files and electronic storage media.

Retrievability:
    Last name and first name initial of the individual, subject and 
date of the document.

Safeguards:
    Records are maintained in a controlled facility. Physical entry is 
restricted by the use of locks, guards, and is accessible only to 
authorized personnel. Access to records is limited to person(s) 
responsible for servicing the record in performance of their official 
duties and who are properly screened and cleared for need-to-know. 
Access to computerized data is restricted by Common Access Card (CAC).

Retention and disposal:
    Records are cut off annually and destroyed when 7 years old.

System manager(s) and address:
    Chief, Correspondence Control Division, Executive Services 
Directorate, Washington Headquarters Services, 1155 Defense Pentagon, 
Washington, DC 20301-1155.

Notification procedure:
    Individuals seeking to determine whether information about 
themselves is contained in this system should address written inquiries 
to the Chief, Correspondence Control Division,

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Executive Services Directorate, Washington Headquarters Services, Room 
3C843, 1155 Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301-1155.
    The requests should contain the individual's last name, first name 
initial, subject and document date.

Record access procedures:
    Individuals seeking access to records about themselves contained in 
this system of records should address written inquiries to the Office 
of the Secretary of Defense/Joint Staff Freedom of Information Act, 
Requester Service Center, Office of Freedom of Information, 1155 
Defense Pentagon, Washington, DC 20301-1155.
    Individuals should provide the name and number of this system of 
records notice, the individual's last name, first name initial, 
subject, date of document and be signed.

Contesting record procedures:
    The Office of the Secretary of Defense rules for accessing records, 
for contesting contents and appealing initial agency determinations are 
published in Office of the Secretary of Defense Administrative 
Instruction 81; 32 CFR part 311; or may be obtained from the system 
manager.

Record source categories:
    Individuals and those writing on their behalf, and official 
records.

Exemptions claimed for the system:
    During the course of preparing a response to some types of incoming 
communications from the public, exempt materials from other systems of 
records may in turn become part of the case records in this system. To 
the extent that copies of exempt records from those `other' systems of 
records are entered into this correspondence case record, the Office of 
the Secretary of Defense hereby claims the same exemptions for the 
records from those `other' systems that are entered into this system, 
as claimed for the original primary systems of records which they are a 
part.
    Records are only exempt from pertinent provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552a 
to the extent such provisions have been identified and an exemption 
claimed for the original record and the purposes underlying the 
exemption for the original record still pertain to the record which is 
now contained in this system of records. In general, the exemptions 
were claimed in order to protect properly classified information 
relating to national defense and foreign policy, to avoid interference 
during the conduct of criminal, civil, or administrative actions or 
investigations, to ensure protective services provided the President 
and others are not compromised, to protect the identity of confidential 
sources incident to Federal employment, military service, contract, and 
security clearance determinations, to preserve the confidentiality and 
integrity of Federal testing materials, and to safeguard evaluation 
materials used for military promotions when furnished by a confidential 
source. The exemption rule for the original records will identify the 
specific reasons why the records are exempt from specific provisions of 
5 U.S.C. 552a.
    An exemption rule for this system has been promulgated in 
accordance with requirements of 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(1), (2), and (3), (c), 
and (e) and published in 32 CFR part 311. For additional information 
contact the system manager.

[FR Doc. E9-19867 Filed 8-18-09; 8:45 am]
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