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Rules of Practice for Certain Adjudicatory Proceedings Under the Animal Welfare Act Regulations
We are amending the administrative regulations of the Office of the Secretary of Agriculture to provide that the rules of practice contained in those regulations shall be applicable to all adjudicatory proceedings under the license denial and termination provisions of the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) regulations. The AWA regulations provide that a person whose license application has been denied or whose license has been terminated may request a hearing in accordance with the applicable rules of practice for the purpose of showing why the application for license should not be denied or the license should not be terminated. This final rule is necessary to clarify the rules of practice that will apply to such hearings.
Defense Advisory Committee on Military Compensation
Name of Committee: The Defense Advisory Committee on Military Compensation (DACMC). Committee Membership: Chairman: ADM (Ret) Donald L. Pilling. Members: Dr. John P. White; Gen (Ret) Lester L. Lyles; Mr. Frederic W. Cook; Dr. Walter Oi; Dr. Martin Anderson; and Mr. Joseph E. Jannotta. General Function of the Committee: The Committee will provide the Secretary of Defense, through the Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel and Readiness), with assistance and advice on matters pertaining to military compensation. The Committee will examine what types of military compensation and benefits are the most effective for meeting the needs of the Nation. Agenda: On June 7, 2005, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., the Committee will discuss various aspects of the military pay and benefits system, specifically examining issues identified in the Committee's initial meeting in May 2005. Procedure: Public participation in Committee discussions at this meeting will not be permitted. Written submissions of data, information, and views may be sent to the Committee contact person at the address shown. Submissions should be received by close of business June 1, 2005. Persons attending are advised that the Committee is not responsible for providing access to electrical outlets.
Meeting of the Defense Department Advisory Committee on Women in the Services (DACOWITS)
Pursuant to Section 10(a), Public Law 92-463, as amended, notice is hereby given of a forthcoming meeting of the Defense Department Advisory Committee on Women in the Services (DACOWITS). The purpose of the Committee meeting is to discuss the 2004 DACOWITS Report. The meeting is open to the public, subject to the availability of space. Interested persons may submit a written statement for consideration by the Committee and make an oral presentation of such. Persons desiring to make an oral presentation or submit a written statement to the Committee must notify the point of contact listed below no later than 5 p.m., May 9, 2005. Oral presentations by members of the public will be permitted only on Monday, May 16, 2005, from 4:45 p.m. to 5 p.m. before the full Committee. Presentations will be limited to two minutes. Number of oral presentations to be made will depend on the number of requests received from members of the public. Each persons desiring to make an oral presentation must provide the point of contact listed below with one (1) copy of the presentation by 5 p.m., May 9, 2005 and bring 35 copies of any material that is intended for distribution at the meeting. Persons submitting a written statement must submit 35 copies of the statement to the DACOWITS staff by 5 p.m. on May 9, 2004.
Revision of the Department of Defense 6055.9-Standard, Department of Defense Ammunition and Explosives Safety Standards
The Department of Defense Explosives Safety Board (DDESB) is announcing several changes to Department of Defense 6055.9-Standard, dated July 1999. The DDESB is republishing the Standard dated 5 October 2004 with all changes adopted by the Board since the 1999 edition. The DDESB is taking this action pursuant to its statutory authority as set forth in Title 10, United States Code, Section 172 (10 U.S.C. 172) and DoD Directive 6055.9, ``DoD Explosives Safety Board (DDESB) and DoD Component Explosives Safety Responsibilities,'' 29 Jul 1996. The Standard to the Office of the Secretary of Defense, the Military Departments (including the Army and Air Force National Guards), the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, the Defense Logistics Agency, the Defense Contract Management Agency, the Coast Guard (when under DoD control), and other parties who produce or manage ammunition and explosives under contract to the DoD. Through DoD 6055.9-STD the DDESB establishes minimum explosives safety requirements for storing and handling ammunition and explosives.
Combating Exploitive Child Labor Through Education in Guyana
The U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of International Labor Affairs, will award up to U.S. $2 million through one or more cooperative agreements to an organization or organizations to improve access to and quality of education programs as a means to combat exploitive child labor in Guyana. Projects funded under this solicitation will provide educational and training opportunities to children as a means of removing and/or preventing them from engaging in exploitive work or the worst forms of child labor. The activities funded will complement and expand upon existing projects and programs to improve basic education in the country. Applications must respond to the entire Statement of Work outlined in this solicitation. In Guyana, activities under these cooperative agreements will provide the direct delivery of quality basic education to working children and those at risk of entering work, and will result in their enrollment, persistence, and completion of an education or training program.
Notice of Request for Extension of a Previously Approved Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Department of Transportation's (DOT) intention to request extension of a previously approved information collection.
Notice of Request for Extension of a Previously Approved Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Department of Transportation's (DOT) intention to request extension of a previously approved information collection.
36(b)(1) Arms Sale Notification
The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of a section 36(b)(1) arms sales notification. This is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104-164 dated 21 July 1996.
Revised Non-Foreign Overseas Per Diem Rates
The Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee is publishing Civilian Personnel Per Diem Bulletin Number 239. This bulletin lists revisions in the per diem rates prescribed for U.S. Government employees for official travel in Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands and Possessions of the United States. AEA changes announced in Bulletin Number 194 remain in effect. Bulletin Number 239 is being published in the Federal Register to assure that travelers are paid per diem at the most current rates.
Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor Commission Meeting
This notice announces an upcoming meeting of the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor Commission. Notice of this meeting is required under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92-463). Meeting Date and Time: Friday, May 13, 2005, 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
President's Information Technology Advisory Committee (PITAC)
This meeting is focused on the deliberation of PITAC's draft report on computational science. A small fraction of the meeting time may be allocated for other PITAC updates at the discretion of the co- chairs and the designated Federal officer.
Negotiated Rulemaking Advisory Commiteee on Minimum Standards for Driver's Licenses and Personal Identification Cards
This document suspends the meeting of the Negotiated Rulemaking Advisory Committee on Minimum Standards for Driver's Licenses and Personal Identification Cards scheduled for May 10-13, 2005. The reason for the action is impending Congressional action, in the near future, concerning the ``REAL ID Act.'' This legislation would repeal section 7212 of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004, which provides the authority for the negotiated rulemaking on this subject.
Revision of Delegations of Authority
This document amends the delegations of authority from the Secretary of Agriculture in order to reflect the Secretary's designation of the General Counsel as the Department official responsible for delegating the authority to other Department heads for considering, ascertaining, adjusting, determining, compromising, and settling, pursuant to the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) and regulations of the Attorney General, claims less than $2500 that allege the negligence or wrongful act of an employee of a certain agency.
Notice of Appointment to the Advisory Committee on Biotechnology and 21st Century Agriculture
The Office of the Secretary of Agriculture announces members appointed to fill 9 vacancies on the Advisory Committee on Biotechnology and 21st Century Agriculture (AC21), in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act. Those appointed are as follows: Richard Crowder, President and Chief Executive Officer, American Seed Trade Association, in Alexandria, Virginia; Duane Grant, Farmer, in Rupert, Idaho; Robert Herdt, Adjunct International Professor of Applied Economics and Management, Cornell University, in Ithaca, New York; Josephine Hunt, Program Manager, Global Science and Regulatory Affairs, Kraft Foods, in Glenview, Illinois; Gregory Jaffe, Director, Biotechnology Project, Center for Science in the Public Interest, in Washington, DC; Patricia Layton, Professor, Department of Forestry and Natural Resources, Clemson University, in Clemson, South Carolina (AC21 Chair); Bradley Shurdut, Global Leader, Government Relations, Regulatory Affairs, and Science Policy, Dow AgroSciences LLC, in Washington, DC; Alison Van Eenennaam, Cooperative Extension Specialist, Department of Animal Science, University of California in Davis, California; and Lisa Zannoni, Director, Global Regulatory Affairs and Government Relations, BASF Corporation, in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.
Meeting of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission (BRAC)
This notice sets forth the schedules and summary for the forthcoming meetings of the BRAC. The purposes of these meetings are to receive testimony from the Secretary of Defense, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), or their representatives; the Department of the Air Force; the Department of the Navy; the Department of the Army; and the Department of Defense's Joint Cross Service Groups on the recommendations and methodology regarding the closure and realignment of military installations. The Commission Chairman, Anthony J. Principi, will chair the hearings.
Notice; Meeting of the Independent Review Panel To Study the Relationships Between Military Department General Counsels and Judge Advocates General-Open Meeting
Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), Public Law 96-463, notice is hereby given that the Independent Review Panel To Study the Relationships between Military Department General Counsels and Judge Advocates General will hold an open meeting at the Hilton Crystal City, 2399 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, Virginia 22202, on May 18-19, 2005, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Purpose: The Panel will meet on May 18-19, 2005, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., in order to hear testimony from current and former senior Defense Department officials concerning the relationships between the legal elements of their respective Military Departments. These sessions will be open to the public, subject to the availability of space. During these initial sessions, the public will not have the opportunity to address the Panel orally, but will be afforded the opportunity at subsequent sessions. In keeping with the spirit of FACA, the Panel welcomes written comments concerning its work from the public at any time. Interested citizens are encouraged to attend the sessions.
Notice of Closed Meeting
Pursuant to the provisions of subsection (d) of section 10 of Pub. L. 92-463, as amended by section 5 of Pub. L. 94-409, notice is hereby given that a closed meeting of the DIA Joint Military Intelligence College Board of Visitors has been scheduled as follows:
Meetings of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission
Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), as amended, notice is hereby given that the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission will hold Commission Meetings on Tuesday, May 3, 2005 and Wednesday, May 4, 2005. In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972, as amended, it has been determined that the part of the Commission's Meeting on May 4, 2005 concerns matters sensitive to the interest of national security and will be closed to the public as authorized by 5 U.S.C. 552B(c)(1)(1982). With the exception of a partial closed meeting on May 4, 2005 both Commission Meetings will be open to the public. On May 4, 2005, the first hour of the Commission Meeting will be open to the public, and following the first hour of the Meeting the Commission will close the Meeting to the public to receive classified briefings from the Department of Defense. This notice is being published in less than the 15-calendar days required by law due to the delay in the establishment of the Commission and Commission staff. With the exception of receiving classified briefings on May 4th, the Commission, in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972, and subject to the availability of space will open its Meetings to the public and provide them an opportunity to observe the proceedings of the Commission. The morning session on May 3, 2005 will consist of the swearing in of the Commissioners; presentation on the BRAC Schedule, Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act of 1990 (as amended through fiscal year 2005 Defense Authorization Act), and previous BRAC efforts by the Congressional Research Service and the General Accountability Office. The afternoon session on May 3, 2005 will discuss the current and long-term threat confronting U.S. National Security by the Director of National Intelligence or his designate(s). On May 4, 2005 the Commission Meeting will involve discussions with senior Defense officials on the DoD Force Structure Plan and the Secretary of Defense Guidance on the Quadrennial Review. Following an unclassified discussion with the senior Defense officials the Commission will close the Meeting and hear classified briefings from these Defense officials.
Notice of the Defense Task Force on Sexual Harassment and Violence at the Military Service Academies-Open Meeting
Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), Public Law 96-463, notice is hereby given that the Defense Task Force on Sexual Harassment and Violence at the Military Service Academies will hold an open meeting at Loews Annapolis Hotel, 126 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401, on May 3, 2005 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. instead of 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Purpose: The Task Force will meet on May 3, 2005, from 8:30 a.m. until 11 a.m., and this session will be open to the public, subject to the availability of space. In keeping with the spirit of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, it is the desire of the Task Force to provide the public with an opportunity to make comment regarding the current work of the Task Force. The first hour of the meeting will be designated for public comment. The Superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy will also be provided the opportunity to update the Task Force on the U.S. Naval Academy's response to sexual harassment and assault. The Task Force will deliberate, as necessary, based upon the information provided by Academy representatives or members of the public who make comment. Any interested citizens are encouraged to attend.
Meeting of the Independent Review Panel To Study the Relationships Between Military Department General Counsels and Judge Advocates General-Open Meeting
Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA), Public Law 96-463, notice is hereby given that the Independent Review Panel to Study the Relationships between Military Department General Counsels and Judge Advocates General will hold an open meeting at the Hilton Crystal City, 2399 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, Virginia 22202, on May 18-19, 2005, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Purpose: The Panel will meet on May 18-19, 2005, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., in order to hear testimony from current and former senior Defense Department officials concerning the relationships between the legal elements of their respective Military Departments. These sessions will be open to the public, subject to the availability of space. During these initial sessions, the public will not have the opportunity to address the Panel orally, but will be afforded the opportunity at subsequent sessions. In keeping with the spirit of FACA, the Panel welcomes written comments concerning its work from the public at any time. Interested citizens are encouraged to attend the sessions.
Notice of Meeting of Homeland Security Science and Technology Advisory Committee
The Homeland Security Science and Technology Advisory Committee (HSSTAC) will meet in closed session.
Notice of Request for Extension of a Previously Approved Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Department of Transportation's (DOT) intention to request extension of a previously approved information collection.
Strengthening America's Communities Advisory Committee
The Strengthening America's Communities Advisory Committee (the ``Committee'') will hold its second public meeting on Friday, May 13, 2005 in Kansas City, Missouri. At this meeting, the Committee will discuss policy issues relating to the President's Strengthening America's Communities Initiative (the ``Initiative''). During the Committee's first meeting in Fresno, California on April 15, 2005, the Committee received its charge to undertake a high-level examination of key policy issues pertaining to the Initiative. The second meeting will feature preliminary presentations to and deliberation by the Committee of work by the Committee's subcommittees on the policy issues presented to them.
Notice of Request for Extension of a Previously Approved Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Department of Transportation's (DOT) intention to request extension of a previously approved information collection.
Motor Vehicles; Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Report
In accordance with the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct) (42 U.S.C. 13211-13219) as amended by the Energy Conservation Reauthorization Act of 1998 (Pub. L. 105-388), and Executive Order (EO) 13149, ``Greening the Government Through Federal Fleet and Transportation Efficiency,'' the Department of Transportation's FY 2004 annual alternative fuel vehicle report is available on the Department of Transportation Web site: https://isddc.dot.gov/OLPFiles/OST/ 011928.pdf. The report is also available at: https://isddc.dot.gov, follow the search instructions to search for ``DOT FY04 AFV.''
Personal Commercial Solication on DoD Installations
On Tuesday, April 19, 2005 (70 FR 20316), The Department of Defense published a proposed rule on ``Personal Commercial Solication on DoD Installations.'' The document includes the draft DD Form 2885, ``Personal Commercial Solication Evaluation,'' which was inadvertently omitted during the previous publication to be published as Appendix C to Part 50. All other information remains unchanged.
Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records
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. The Office of the Secretary is proposing to alter the existing system of records by expanding the purposes, categories of individuals covered, categories of records being maintained, and by adding three new routine uses.
Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records
The Office of the Secretary of Defense proposes to add a system of records to its inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.
Board of Visitors Meeting
The next meeting of the Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Board of Visitors (BoV) will be held at Defense Acquisition University- Fort Belvoir, VA. The purpose of this meeting is to report back to the BoV on continuing items of interest.
Open Meeting on the Department of Defense Directive 1344.7, “Personal Commercial Solicitation on DoD Installations”
The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness published a document in the Federal Register of April 19, 2005, concerning an open meeting on the Administrative Reissuance of Department of Defense Directive 1344.7, ``Personal Commercial Solicitation on DoD Installations,'' dated February 13, 1986. The document requires additional comments in the SUMMARY and SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION sections.
36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification
The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of a section 36(b)(1) arms sales notification. This is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Pub. L. 104-164 dated 21 July 1996.
36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification
The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of a section 36(b)(1) arms sales notification. This is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Pub. L. 104-164 dated 21 July 1996.
Notice of Availability of the Environmental Assessment for the Updated Pentagon Reservation Master Plan
The Department of Defense (DoD), Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) announces that an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Updated Pentagon Reservation Master Plan is available for public review and comment on or before 14 April 2005. The Master Plan involves the entire Pentagon Reservation to include all the main buildings and sub- buildings within the Pentagon site in Arlington, Virginia, exclusive of the Navy Annex. A separate EA will be distributed for the Navy Annex, also known as the Naval Annex, Arlington Annex and Federal Office Building No. 2 (FOB2). The EA documents an evaluation of the environmental effects of the proposed updated Master Plan in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended (NEPA, 42 U.S. Code 4321 to 4370b); Council of Environmental Quality (CEQ) implementing regulations (Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 1500-1508); and DoD Instruction 4715.9, Environmental Planning and Analysis. The EA addresses the potential impacts and mitigation measures associated with the proposed action. Environmental consequences examined include potential impacts on socio-economic conditions, cultural and visual resources, transportation systems, physical and biological resources, utilities and infrastructure, and cumulative impacts. The Pentagon Reservation Master Plan constitutes a policy framework for the long-term development of the Master Plan areaan area of approximately 220 acres within the larger Pentagon Reservation. The Master Plan primarily focuses on the following improvements within the Master Plan area: Implementing new security measures; improving vehicular circulation; consolidating existing surface parking into parking structures; and increasing landscaped areas. The EA is available on the Internet at https://www.dtic.mil/ref/ Safety/index.htm and in paper copy at the Arlington County Central Library, 1015 N. Quincy Street, Arlington, VA 22201. For those with access or escort, copies are also available in the Pentagon Library Reference Center on the Pentagon Concourse.
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