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Notice of Intent To Grant Exclusive Patent License; Nomadics, Inc.

Wed, Jul 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy hereby gives notice of its intent to grant to Nomadics, Inc., a revocable, nonassignable, exclusive license to practice in the field of use of chemiluminescent detection of trace chemical analytes that are potential chemical threats to health, welfare, national defense and homeland security, such as chemical warfare agents, explosives, and toxic industrial chemicals (TIC's) that may be released deliberately or accidentally, using a highly sensitive instrument either as a stand alone device or integrated into a device that includes other ICx technologies in the military, homeland security, first responder, law enforcement, and industrial markets in the United States and certain foreign countries, the Governmentowned invention described in U.S. Patent No. 6,579,722 entitled ``Chemiluminescence Chemical Detection of Vapors and Device Therefor'', Navy Case No. 76,653 and any continuations, divisionals or reissues thereof.

Revised Non-Foreign Overseas Per Diem Rates

Wed, Jul 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee is publishing Civilian Personnel Per Diem Bulletin Number 260. 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 260 is being published in the Federal Register to assure that travelers are paid per diem at the most current rates.

Notice of Deadline for Submission of Donation Applications for the ex-CHARLES F. ADAMS (DDG 2)

Wed, Jul 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy (DON) hereby gives notice of the receipt of one application for the donation of the guided missile destroyer exCHARLES F. ADAMS (DDG 2), located at the NAVSEA Inactive Ships Onsite Maintenance Office, Philadelphia, PA, and the deadline for submission of additional applications for the ship.

Record of Decision for the Development of the Westside of Marine Corps Base Quantico, Including the 2005 Base

Tue, Jul 1 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to Section 102(2)(c) of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, 42 U.S.C. Section 4332(2)(c), the regulations of the Council on Environmental Quality's (CEQ) for Implementing the Procedural Provisions of (40 CFR parts 15001508), the Department of the Navy NEPA regulation (32 CFR part 775), and the Marine Corps Environmental Compliance and Protection Manual, which is Marine Corps Order P5090.2A (MCO P5090.2A), the Department of the Navy announces its decision to develop the area west of Interstate 95 (Westside) at Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCB Quantico), Virginia. This action will include implementation of the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) action at MCB Quantico. The development of Westside and implementation of BRAC 2005 at MCB Quantico will be accomplished as set out in the Preferred Alternative and described in the Final Environmental Impact Statement (Final EIS) of April 2008.

36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

Tue, Jul 1 2008 11:00:00 GMT

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 104164 dated 21 July 1996.

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Tue, Jul 1 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Secretariat will be submitting to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request to review and approve an extension of a currently approved information requirement concerning Buy American Act Construction (Grimberg Decision). A request for public comments was published in the Federal Register at 73 FR 14780, March 19, 2008. No comments were received.

Public comments are particularly invited on: Whether this collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of functions of the FAR, and whether it will have practical utility; whether our estimate of the public burden of this collection of information is accurate, and based on valid assumptions and methodology; ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and ways in which we can minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are to respond,

Defense Science Board

Mon, Jun 30 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Defense Science Board 2008 Summer Study on Capability Surprise will meet in closed session on August 414, 2008; at the Beckman Center, Irvine, CA.

Transformation Advisory Group

Mon, Jun 30 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (5 U.S.C. App 2, Section 1), the Sunshine in the Government Act of 1976 (5 U.S.C. 552b), and 41 CFR 1023.150, the Department of Defense announces the following closed meeting of the Transformation Advisory Group.

Notice of Availability of Finding

Mon, Jun 30 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to Section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 and the Council on Environmental Quality regulations (40 CFR parts 15001508), implementing procedural provisions of NEPA, and Executive Order (EO) 12114, Environmental Effects Abroad of Major Federal Actions, the Department of the Navy (DON) gives notice that a combined Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI)/Finding of No Significant Harm (FONSH) has been issued and is available for Expeditionary Strike Group Composite Training Unit Exercise (ESG COMPTUEX) July 2008.

Notice of Cancellation of the Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for TRIDENT Support

Mon, Jun 30 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy (DON) hereby cancels its notice of intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for TRIDENT Support Facilities Explosives Handling Wharf, Naval Base KitsapBangor, Silverdale, Kitsap County, WA, as published in the Federal Register, June 10, 2008 (73 FR 112).

The previously published notice is cancelled because the DON has determined that this MILCON project is not ready for consideration in the current budget cycle and therefore the project will not be funded. DON will perform a thorough Business Case Analysis on this project, a thorough review and validation of the project requirement and timeline, and will explore and identify other alternative solutions to this $780M MILCON project.

Notice of Public Hearings for the Jacksonville Range Complex Draft Environmental Impact Statement/ Overseas

Fri, Jun 27 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to section 102(2)(c) of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 (42 United States Code [U.S.C.] Sec. 4321); the Council of Environmental Quality (CEQ) Regulations for implementing the procedural provisions of NEPA (Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations [CFR] Parts 15001508); Department of the Navy Procedures for Implementing NEPA (32 CFR 775); Executive Order (EO) 12114, Environmental Effects Abroad of Major Federal Actions; and Department of Defense (DoD) regulations implementing EO 12114 (32 CFR Part 187), the Department of the Navy (Navy) has prepared and filed with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency a Draft Environmental Impact Statement/ Overseas Environmental Impact Statement (EIS/OEIS) on June 18, 2008. The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is a Cooperating Agency for the EIS/OEIS.

The EIS/OEIS evaluates the potential environmental impacts over a 10year planning horizon associated with Navy Atlantic Fleet training; research, development, testing, and

Notice of Public Hearings for the Virginia Capes Range Complex Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Overseas

Fri, Jun 27 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to section 102(2)(c) of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 (42 United States Code [U.S.C.] 4321); the Council of Environmental Quality (CEQ) Regulations for implementing the procedural provisions of NEPA (Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations [CFR] 15001508); Department of the Navy Procedures for Implementing NEPA (32 CFR 775); Executive Order (EO) 12114, Environmental Effects Abroad of Major Federal Actions; and Department of Defense (DoD) regulations implementing EO 12114 (32 CFR 187) the Department of the Navy (Navy) has prepared and filed with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency a Draft Environmental Impact Statement/Overseas Environmental Impact Statement (EIS/OEIS) on June 16, 2008. The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) is a Cooperating Agency for the EIS/OEIS.

The EIS/OEIS evaluates the potential environmental impacts over a 10year planning horizon associated with Navy Atlantic Fleet training; research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces Proposed Rules Change

Thu, Jun 26 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This notice announces the following proposed change to Rule 21(f) of the Rules of Practice and Procedure, United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces for public notice and comment. New language is in bold print. Language to be removed is within brackets.

Spring Bayou, Louisiana, Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study

Tue, Jun 24 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Vicksburg District, in conjunction with the Avoyelles Parish Police Jury, the nonFederal sponsor, is undertaking studies to investigate the feasibility of restoring the Spring Bayou area ecosystem.

Intent To Prepare a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Clear Creek General Reevaluation Study, Brazoria,

Tue, Jun 24 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Clear Creek watershed drains portions of Fort Bend, Harris, Galveston, and Brazoria counties, Texas, including portions of Houston and the smaller towns of League City, Friendswood and Pearland, among others. The watershed also forms part of the boundary between Harris County to the north and Galveston and Brazoria counties to the south. Clear Creek flows into the west side of upper Galveston Bay through Clear Lake. The Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) will evaluate several flood detention and conveyance features to reduce flooding of homes and businesses in the Clear Creek Watershed. The study will focus on environmental and social conditions currently present and those likely to be affected by the proposed changes in the watershed. The floodcontrol project includes construction of several miles of high flow channel adjacent to the existing channel, while preserving the existing channel and floodplain forest. Detention of flood waters would also be provided in some areas where t

Availability of Non-Exclusive, Exclusive License or Partially Exclusive Licensing of U.S. Patent Concerning ``Stove

Tue, Jun 24 2008 11:00:00 GMT

In accordance with 37 CFR part 404.6, announcement is made of the availability for licensing of U.S. Patent No. U.S. 7,380,548 entitled ``Stove Apparatus'' issued June 3, 2008. This patent has been assigned to the United States Government as represented by the Secretary of the Army.

Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

Tue, Jun 24 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy is amending its certifications and exemptions under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that the Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has determined that USS STOCKDALE (DDG 106) is a vessel of the Navy which, due to its special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with certain provisions of the 72 COLREGS without interfering with its special function as a naval ship. The intended effect of this rule is to warn mariners in waters where 72 COLREGS apply.

Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

Tue, Jun 24 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy is amending its certifications and exemptions under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that the Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has determined that USS TRUXTUN (DDG 103) is a vessel of the Navy which, due to its special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with certain provisions of the 72 COLREGS without interfering with its special function as a naval ship. The intended effect of this rule is to warn mariners in waters where 72 COLREGS apply.

36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

Tue, Jun 24 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Base Closure and Realignment

Tue, Jun 24 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This Notice is provided pursuant to section 2905(b)(7)(B)(ii) of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act of 1990. It provides a partial list of military installations closing or realigning pursuant to the 2005 Defense Base Closure and Realignment (BRAC) Report. It also provides a corresponding listing of the Local Redevelopment Authorities (LRAs) recognized by the Secretary of Defense, acting through the Department of Defense Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA), as well as the points of contact, addresses, and telephone numbers for the LRAs for those installations. Representatives of state and local governments, homeless providers, and other parties interested in the redevelopment of an installation should contact the person or organization listed. The following information will also be published simultaneously in a newspaper of general circulation in the area of each installation. There will be additional Notices providing this same information about LRAs for other closing or realigning i

Higher Initial Maximum Uniform Allowance Rate; Uniform Allowance

Tue, Jun 24 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This is the final notice that the Department of Defense (DoD or ``the Department''), is establishing a higher initial maximum uniform allowance to procure and issue uniform items for DoD firefighter personnel. This action is pursuant to the authority granted to DoD by Section 591.104 of title 5, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), which states that an agency may establish one or more initial maximum uniform allowance rates greater than the Governmentwide maximum uniform allowance rate established under 5 CFR 591.103.

Privacy Act of 1974; Systems of Records

Tue, Jun 24 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) is proposing to add a system of records notice to its inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.

Reserve Forces Policy Board (RFPB) Meetings

Mon, Jun 23 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (5 U.S.C., Appendix, as amended), the Sunshine in the Government Act of 1976 (5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended), and 41 CFR 1023.150, the Department of Defense announces the following meetings of the Reserve Forces Policy Board (RFPB).

Renewal of Department of Defense Federal Advisory Committees

Mon, Jun 23 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Under the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972, (5 U.S.C. Appendix, as amended), the Government in the Sunshine Act of
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1976(5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended), and 41 CFR 1023.65, the Department of Defense gives notice that it is renewing the charter for the National Security Education Board (hereafter referred to as the Board).

The Board is a nondiscretionary federal advisory committee established by the Secretary of Defense to provide the Department of Defense independent advice and recommendations on developing the national capacity to educate U.S. citizens to understand foreign cultures, strengthen U.S. economic competitiveness, and enhance international cooperation and security. The Board, in accomplishing its mission: (a) Develop criteria for awarding scholarships, fellowships, and grants, including an order of priority in such awards that favors individuals expressing an interest in national security issues or pursuing a career in a national security positio

U.S. Nuclear Command and Control System Comprehensive Review Advisory Committee Closed Meetings

Fri, Jun 20 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Under the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (5 U.S.C., Appendix, as amended), the Government in the Sunshine Act of 1976 (5 U.S.C. paragraph 552b, as amended), and 41 CFR paragraph 1023.150, the Department of Defense announces the following meetings of the U.S. Nuclear Command and Control System Comprehensive Review Advisory Committee.

Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

Fri, Jun 20 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The National Security Agency/Central Security Service is deleting a system of records notice from its existing inventory of records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.

Renewal of Department of Defense Federal Advisory Committees

Fri, Jun 20 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Under the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972, (5 U.S.C. Appendix, as amended), the Government in the Sunshine Act of 1976 (5 U.S.C. 552b, as amended), and 41 CFR 1023.65, the Department of Defense gives notice that it is renewing the charter for the Uniform Formulary Beneficiary Advisory Panel (hereafter referred to as the Panel).

The Panel is a nondiscretionary federal advisory committee established by the Secretary of Defense to provide the Department of Defense, the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Health Affairs) and the Director, TRICARE Management Activity independent advice and recommendations on the development of the uniform formulary. The Panel, in accomplishing its mission: (a) Creates transparency in the policy decisions regarding the DoD Uniform Formulary; (b) provides public forum where beneficiaries may voice their opinions regarding formulary changes allowing panel members, who represent their interests, to advocate for change within their member organiz

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces Proposed Rules Change

Fri, Jun 20 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

Thu, Jun 19 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy is amending its certifications and exemptions under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that the Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has determined that USS NASHVILLE (LPD 13) is a vessel of the Navy which, due to its special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with certain provisions of the 72 COLREGS without interfering with its special function as a naval ship. The intended effect of this rule is to warn mariners in waters where 72 COLREGS apply.

Preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Development and Implementation of Range-Wide Mission and

Thu, Jun 19 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Army announces its intent to prepare an EIS for expanded activities on WSMR. This EIS will analyze the impacts of new mission requirements and development of new test and training capabilities and associated land use changes to support Army Transformation, the Army Campaign Plan, Future Combat Systems, Grow the Army, and other Army initiatives. This includes the stationing of a Heavy Brigade Combat Team (HBCT) of approximately 3,800 Soldiers at WSMR. This action also supports WSMR as a test bed for rapid development and deployment of new systems in response to rapidly changing world conditions and longterm Department of Defense, U.S. Army Developmental Test Command, and Army planning. Specifically, this EIS will assess environmental impacts associated with changing land uses to allow for expanded offroad maneuver in some areas, to support new testing capabilities and requirements, and continuing offpost to onpost tests. It will also address new weapons firing ranges and c

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Wed, Jun 18 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council (the Councils) are seeking information that will assist in determining whether the Federal Acquisition Regulation System's current guidance on organizational conflicts of interest (OCIs) adequately addresses the current needs of the acquisition community or whether providing standard provisions and/or clauses, or a set of such standard provisions and clauses, might be beneficial. The comment period is reopened an additional 30 days to provide additional time for interested parties to review and comment on the Advance notice of proposed rulemaking.

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Tue, Jun 17 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council (the Councils) are interested in determining if, when, and how service contractor employees' personal conflicts of interest (PCI) need to be addressed and whether greater disclosure of contractor practices, specific prohibitions, or reliance on specified principles would be most effective and efficient in promoting ethical behavior. The comment period is reopened for anadditional 30 days to provide additional time for interested parties to review and comment on the Advance notice of proposed rulemaking.

36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

Tue, Jun 17 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Feasibility of a Reciprocal Defense Procurement Memorandum of Understanding With Poland

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

DoD is soliciting information from U.S. industry that has had experience participating in public defense procurements conducted by or on behalf of Poland's Ministry of National Defense or Armed Forces. DoD is considering the possibility of negotiating a Reciprocal Defense Procurement Memorandum of Understanding (RDP MOU) with Poland. The contemplated MOU would involve reciprocal waivers of buynational laws by each country. This would mean that Poland would be added to the list of ``qualifying countries'' in the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and that offers of products of Poland would be exempt from the U.S. Buy American Act and Balance of Payments Program policy that would otherwise require DoD to add 50 percent to the price of the foreign products when evaluating offers. This also means that U.S. products should be exempt from any analogous ``Buy Polish'' law or policy applicable to Poland's defense procurements. DoD is interested in industry comments relating to t

Reinstitution of Small Business Set-Asides for Certain Acquisitions Under the Small Business Competitiveness

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Director, Defense Procurement, Acquisition Policy, and Strategic Sourcing has reinstituted the use of small business setaside procedures for solicitations issued under the Designated Industry Groups (DIGs), including Construction (except dredging), Subsector 236Construction of Buildings; nonnuclear ship repair acquisitions conducted by the Department of the Navy under North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code 3366111, Product or Service Code J999 (West Coast only); Architect and Engineering Services (including Surveying and Mapping); and Refuse Systems and Related Services. The Director, Defense Procurement, Acquisition Policy, and Strategic Sourcing has also reinstituted the use of small business setaside procedures for construction solicitations issued under specific construction NAICS codes for the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, the Defense Logistics Agency, the Defense Information Systems Agency, the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, the Defense Education Activity, and

Intent To Prepare a Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement/Subsequent Environmental Impact Report for the

Fri, Jun 13 2008 11:00:00 GMT

In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, San Francisco District, (Corps) in coordination with the Port of Sacramento is preparing a draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement /Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (SEIS/SEIR) to evaluate the action of resuming construction of navigational improvements to the Sacramento River Deep Water Ship Channel (SRDWSC). The SRDWSC runs from the Contra Costa county line to the Port of Sacramento. Construction was initiated in 1989, but work was suspended in 1990 after deepening a portion of the channel to the authorized depth of 35 feet. The proposed action involves deepening the existing Federal navigation channel from 30 feet to 35 feet (mean lower low water) and widening portions of the channel to improve navigational efficiency for movement of goods and safety. The SRDWSC project was originally authorized by the River and Harbors Act of

Inland Waterways Users Board

Fri, Jun 13 2008 11:00:00 GMT

In Accordance with 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92463), announcement is made of the forthcoming meeting.

Name of Committee: Inland Waterways Users Board (Board).

Date: July 31, 2008.

Location: Marcus Whitman Hotel and Conference Center, Six West Rose Drive, Walla Walla, WA 99362, (5095252200 or 8668269422).

Time: Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the meeting is scheduled to adjourn at 1 p.m.

Agenda: The Board will hear briefings on the status of the funding for inland navigation projects and studies, an assessment of the Inland Waterways Trust Fund, and be provided updates of various inland waterways projects.

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Thu, Jun 12 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council (Councils) are proposing to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to require certain contractors and subcontractors to use the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' (USCIS) EVerify system as the means of verifying that certain of their employees are eligible to work in the United States.

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Thu, Jun 12 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Secretariat will be submitting to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request to review and approve an extension of a currently approved information collection requirement concerning overtime. The clearance currently expires on August 31, 2008.

Meeting of the Uniform Formulary Beneficiary Advisory Panel

Thu, Jun 12 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Under the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (5 U.S.C., Appendix, as amended) and the Sunshine in the Government Act of 1976 (U.S.C. 552b, as amended), the Department of Defense (DoD) announces a meeting of the Uniform Formulary Beneficiary Advisory Panel (hereafter referred to as the Panel).

Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

Thu, Jun 12 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Defense Information Systems Agency proposes to add a system of records notice to its existing inventory of records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.

United States Navy Restricted Area, SUPSHIP Bath Detachment Mobile, Mobile, AL

Thu, Jun 12 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) is proposing to establish a restricted area around the AUSTAL, USA shipbuilding facility located in Mobile, Alabama, because of the sensitive nature of the ongoing and potential future activities at that facility. The Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Conversion and Repair (SUPERVISOR), located in Bath, Maine is responsible for United States Navy shipbuilding activities at AUSTAL, USA located in Mobile, Alabama. The proposed restricted area will be used for ongoing construction when vessels are placed in the water. The proposed restricted area is essential to protect persons and property from the dangers associated with the operation and safeguard the area from accidents, sabotage and other subversive acts.

Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

Thu, Jun 12 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Air Force is proposing 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.

Notice of Intent To Prepare a Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (SEIS) for Use of Pinecastle Training

Thu, Jun 12 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to Section 102(2)(c) of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969, and the regulations implemented by the Council on Environmental Quality (40 CFR Parts 15001508), the Department of the Navy (DON) announces its intent to prepare a SEIS on the use of Pinecastle Training Range in Florida. The SEIS supplements the FEIS for ``Renewal of Authorization to Use Pinecastle Range, Ocala National Forest, Florida'' dated January 2002. The Record of Decision for the FEIS for ``Renewal of Authorization to Use Pinecastle Range, Ocala National Forest, Florida'' was dated March 29, 2002 and published in the Federal Register on April 10, 2002 (67 FR 17418).

Pursuant to 40 CFR 1502.9, a SEIS is being prepared for the limited purpose of supplementing the 2002 FEIS to analyze new information regarding Range Compatibility Zones (RCZs) and to assess the effectiveness of existing mitigation measures to determine if any additional mitigation measures or a modification to the governing range Oper

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Thu, Jun 12 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council (Councils) have agreed on an interim rule amending the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to implement Section 6 of the Sudan Accountability and Divestment Act of 2007. Section 6 requires certification in each contract entered into by an Executive agency, that the contractor does not conduct certain business operations in Sudan.

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Thu, Jun 12 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This document summarizes the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) rule agreed to by the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council in this Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 200526. A companion document, the Small Entity Compliance Guide (SECG), follows this FAC. The FAC, including the SECG, is available via the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/.

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Thu, Jun 12 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This document is issued under the joint authority of the Secretary of Defense, the Administrator of General Services and the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. This Small Entity Compliance Guide has been prepared in accordance with Section 212 of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996. It consists of a summary of the rule appearing in Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 200526 which amends the FAR. Interested parties may obtain further information regarding this rule by referring to FAC 200526 which precedes this document. These documents are also available via the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT Laurieann Duarte, FAR Secretariat, (202) 5014225. For clarification of content, contact the analyst whose name appears in the table below.
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Notice of Intent To Prepare a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Carolinas Cement Company LLC Castle Hayne

Wed, Jun 11 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), Wilmington District, Wilmington Regulatory Division is amending the request for Department of the Army authorization, pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, from Carolinas Cement Company LLC (a subsidiary of Titan America LLC) to construct the Carolinas Cement Company LLC Castle Hayne Project. This project will include quarrying to support cement manufacturing in northern New Hanover County, NC. The amendment is a change in date and location of the scoping meeting and an extension of the comment period deadline. The original Notice of Intent was published in the Federal Register on May 30, 2008 (73 FR 31072), with a comment deadline of June 30, 2008.

Advisory Committee Meeting Notice

Wed, Jun 11 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (5 U.S.C., Appendix, as amended), the Sunshine in the Government Act of 1976 (U.S.C. 552b, as amended) and 41 Code of the Federal Regulations (CFR 1023.140 through 160), the Department of the Army announces the following committee meeting:

Name of Committee: Army Education Advisory Committee.

Date: July 7, 2008.

Place: Meeting will be conducted electronically online using Adobe Connect.

Time: 14001500.

Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for TRIDENT Support Facilities Explosives Handling

Tue, Jun 10 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to section (102)(2)(c) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, and the regulations implemented by the Council on Environmental Quality (40 CFR parts 15001508), the Department of the Navy (Navy) announces its intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to evaluate the potential environmental impacts associated with the construction and operation of a proposed new Explosives Handling Wharf (EHW) located adjacent to, but separate from, the existing EHW on Hood Canal, NBKBangor, WA, to support TRIDENT submarines.

The proposed action consists of inwater and landbased construction and infrastructure enhancements including a covered ordnance operations area, a support building on the wharf, and a warping wharf. As part of the Navy's seabased strategic deterrence mission, the Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) directs research, development, manufacturing, test, evaluation, and operational support of the TRIDENT Fleet Ballistic Missile program. SSP is the Action

Notice of Closed Meeting of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Executive Panel

Tue, Jun 10 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The CNO Executive Panel will report on the findings and recommendations of the Environmental Stewardship Subcommittee to the Chief of Naval Operations. The meeting will consist of discussions of current and future Navy strategy, plans, and policies to both increase the Navy's energy efficiency and reduce the Navy's environmental footprint while maintaining combat readiness.

Restricted Area at Blount Island Command and Marine Corps Support Facility-Blount Island, Jacksonville, FL

Tue, Jun 10 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) is proposing to amend the existing regulations for a restricted area at Blount Island Command, located on Marine Corps Support FacilityBlount Island, Jacksonville, Florida. Blount Island Command is responsible for managing the United States Marine Corps Prepositioning Programs. Due to the importance of this mission, the current restricted area in this section must be extended due to Department of Defense (DoD) directives that require the implementation of specified force protection measures by all DoD components. This amendment to the existing regulation is necessary to protect U.S. government personnel, equipment, and facilities from potential terrorist attack by providing standoff corridors encompassing the waters immediately contiguous to Marine Corps Support FacilityBlount Island.

Notice of Availability of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Proposed Stormwater Treatment Areas in

Tue, Jun 10 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is issuing this notice to advise the public that a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (Draft EIS) has been completed and is available for review and comment.

Notice of Availability for the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement/Subsequent Environmental Impact

Fri, Jun 6 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles District (Regulatory Division), in coordination with the Port of Los Angeles, has completed a Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement/ Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (SEIS/SEIR) for the Pacific L.A. Marine Terminal LLC Crude Oil Terminal Project. The Port of Los Angeles requires authorization pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the River and Harbor Act for a new crude oil marine terminal at Berth 408 on Pier 400 including: Construction of a new marine terminal to receive crude oil from marine vessels and transfer the oil to tank farm facilities via a new 42inchdiameter, highvolume pipeline; construction of two tank farms, Tank Farm Site 1 located on Pier 400 and Tank Farm Site 2 located on Pier 300 at Seaside Avenue/ Terminal Way; construction of new pipelines to connect the new tank farm facilities to existing pipeline facilities, with the new tank farm facilities connected to the existing
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Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

Thu, Jun 5 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Army is proposing to add a system of records to its existing inventory of records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.

36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

Thu, Jun 5 2008 11:00:00 GMT

36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

Thu, Jun 5 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of Defense is publishing the unclassified text of a section 36(b)(l) arms sales notification. This is published to fulfill the requirements of section 155 of Public Law 104164 dated 21 July 1996.

Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

Thu, Jun 5 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The National Security Agency/Central Security Service proposes to amend a system of records notice in its existing inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.

Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

Thu, Jun 5 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Office of the Secretary of Defense is amending a system of records notice in its existing inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.

Meeting of the Defense Policy Board Advisory Committee

Wed, Jun 4 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Defense Policy Board Advisory Committee will meet in closed session on June 19, 2008 from 0800 until 2030 and June 20, 2008 from 0900 until 1330 at the Pentagon.

The purpose of the meeting is to provide the Secretary of Defense, Deputy Secretary of Defense and Under Secretary of Defense for Policy with independent, informed advice on major matters of defense policy. The Board will hold classified discussions on national security matters.

In accordance with Section 10(d) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Public Law No. 92463, as amended [5 U.S.C. App II (1982)], it has been determined that this meeting concerns matters listed in 5 U.S.C. 552B (c)(1)(1982), and that accordingly this meeting will be closed to the public.

Dated: May 23, 2008.
Patricia L. Toppings,
OSD Federal Register Liaison Officer, Department of Defense. [FR Doc. E812436 Filed 6308; 8:45 am]
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Defense Science Board

Wed, Jun 4 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Defense Science Board 2008 Summer Study on Capability Surprise will meet in closed session on June 1012, 2008; at SAI, Liberty Conference Center, 4075 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington, VA.

Defense Science Board

Wed, Jun 4 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Defense Science Board 2008 Summer Study on Capability Surprise will meet in closed session on July 2224, 2008; at SAI, Liberty Conference Center, 4075 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington, VA.

Defense Science Board

Wed, Jun 4 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Defense Science Board 2008 Summer Study on Capability Surprise will meet in closed session on June 2527, 2008; at SAI, Liberty Conference Center, 4075 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300, Arlington, VA.

Meeting of the Historical Advisory Committee

Wed, Jun 4 2008 11:00:00 GMT

In accordance with the provisions of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, this notice announces a meeting of the Department of Defense Historical Advisory Committee. The committee will discuss the Department of the Army Historical Advisory Subcommittee's report and recommendations. The meeting will be open to the public.

Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program, Scientific Advisory Board

Wed, Jun 4 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This Notice is published in accordance with Section 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92463). The topic of the meeting on June 1112, 2008 is to review new start and continuing research and development projects requesting Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program funds in excess of $1M. This meeting is open to the public. Any interested person may attend, appear before, or file statements with the Scientific Advisory Board at the time and in the manner permitted by the Board.

Base Closure and Realignment

Wed, Jun 4 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This notice is provided pursuant to section 2905(b)(7)(B)(ii) of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act of 1990. It provides a partial list of military installations closing or realigning pursuant to the 2005 Defense Base Closure and Realignment (BRAC) Report. It also provides a corresponding listing of a successor Local Redevelopment Authority (LRA) for NavyMarine Corps Reserve Center Reading, Pennsylvania and PFC Daniel L. Wagenaar U.S. Army Reserve Center, Pasco, Washington recognized by the Secretary of Defense, acting through the Department of Defense Office of Economic Adjustment (OEA), as well as the point of contact, address, and telephone number for the successor LRA for the installation. Representatives of state and local governments, homeless providers, and other parties interested in the redevelopment of the installation should contact the person or organization listed. The following information will also be published simultaneously in a newspaper of general circulation in the

Defense Health Board (DHB) Meeting

Wed, Jun 4 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to the Federal Advisory Committee Act of 1972 (5 U.S.C., Appendix as amended), the Sunshine in the Government Act of 1976 (5 U.S.C. & 552b, as amended), and 41 CFR & 1023.150, and in accordance with section 10(a)(2) of Public Law, the following meeting is announced:

Name of Committee: Traumatic Brain Injury Family Caregiver Panel, a subcommittee of the Defense Health Board

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

Mon, Jun 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of Defense has submitted to OMB for clearance, the following proposal for collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35).

Proposed Collection; Comment Request

Mon, Jun 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

In compliance with Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel and Readiness) (Military Personnel Policy) announces the following proposed extension of a public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. Comments are invited on:
(a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility;
(b) The accuracy of the agency's estimate of burden of the proposed information collection;
(c) Ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and
(d) Ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

Mon, Jun 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of Defense has submitted to OMB for clearance, the following proposal for collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35).

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

Mon, Jun 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of Defense has submitted to OMB for clearance, the following proposal for collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35).

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

Mon, Jun 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of Defense has submitted to OMB for clearance, the following proposal for collection of information under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35).

Proposed Collection; Comment Request

Mon, Jun 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

In compliance with Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Pentagon Force Protection Agency announces the proposed extension of a public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or forms of information technology.

Proposed Collection; Comment Request

Mon, Jun 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

In compliance with section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the United States Air Force Academy, Office of Admissions, announces the proposed extension of a public information collection and seeks public comment on the provisions thereof. Comments are invited on: (a) Whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the proposed information collection; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the information collection on respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
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Board of Visitors, Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center

Mon, Jun 2 2008 11:00:00 GMT

In accordance with Section 10(a)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92463), announcement is made of the following committee meeting:

Name of Committee: Board of Visitors, Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center, Subcommittee of the Army Education Advisory Committee.

Date: June 1819, 2008.

Place of Meeting: Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center and Presidio of Monterey (DLIFLC & POM), Weckerling Center and Building 614, Conference Room, Monterey, CA 93944.

Time of Meeting: Approximately 8 a.m. through 4:30 p.m.

Board Mission: The DLIFLC Board of Visitors (BoV) is governed by the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) of 1972, as amended, and is a subcommittee of the Army Education Advisory Committee (AEAC). The purpose of the DLIFLC BoV is to provide the Commandant, through the Army Education Advisory Committee, with advice on matters related to the Institute's mission, specifically: academic policies, staff and faculty development, student

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Fri, May 30 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Secretariat will be submitting to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request to review and approve an extension of a currently approved information collection requirement concerning delivery schedules. The clearance currently expires on August 31, 2008.

Notice of Intent To Prepare a Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Carolinas Cement Company LLC Castle Hayne

Fri, May 30 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), Wilmington District, Wilmington Regulatory Division has received a request for Department of the Army authorization, pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, from Carolinas Cement Company LLC (a subsidiary of Titan America LLC) to construct the Carolinas Cement Company LLC Castle Hayne Project. This project will include quarrying to support cement manufacturing in northern New Hanover County, NC.

The proposed project will require the excavation of an open pit adjacent to the Northeast Cape Fear River in order to extract and process the raw materials (calcium carbonate and limestone) in order to produce Portland Cement.

Existing infrastructure including railroad, interstate highway, and waterways allow for both the shipment of product from the plant and the receipt of materials, such as coal. The Castle Hayne site is the location of former cement manufacturing facility and an unrelated, active agg

36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

Thu, May 29 2008 11:00:00 GMT

36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

Thu, May 29 2008 11:00:00 GMT

36(b)(1) Arms Sales Notification

Thu, May 29 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Revised Non-Foreign Overseas Per Diem Rates

Thu, May 29 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Per Diem, Travel and Transportation Allowance Committee is publishing Civilian Personnel Per Diem Bulletin Number 259. 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 259 is being published in the Federal Register to assure that travelers are paid per diem at the most current rates.

TRICARE; Certain Survivors of Deceased Active Duty Members; and Adoption Intermediaries

Wed, May 28 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This rule confirms as final a January 2007 interim final rule which implements two provisions of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006 (NDAA FY06). First, Section 715 of the NDAA FY06 extends the time frame certain dependents of active duty service members (ADSM) who die while on active duty for more than 30 days shall receive TRICARE medical benefits at active duty dependent payment rates. Second, Section 592 of the NDAA FY06 modifies the requirement for those intermediaries who provide adoption placements. Additionally, this final rule makes an administrative clarification to the following two eligibility provisions: those placed in the legal custody of a member or former member; and those placed in the home of a member or former member in anticipation of adoption. This clarification makes a distinction between the two groups and specifies that for placement into legal custody by court order, the court order must be for a period of 12 consecutive months.

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Wed, May 28 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Secretariat has submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request to review and approve an extension of a currently approved information collection requirement
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concerning cost or pricing data requirements and information other than cost or pricing data. A request for public comments was published in the Federal Register at 72 FR 696140, on November 27, 2007. No comments were received. This OMB clearance expires on August 31, 2008.

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

Wed, May 28 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Secretariat will be submitting to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) a request to review and approve an extension of a currently approved information collection requirement concerning payment by electronic fund transfer. This OMB clearance currently expires on October 31, 2008.

Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

Wed, May 28 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy is amending its certifications and exemptions under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that the Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has determined that USS STOUT (DDG 55) is a vessel of the Navy which, due to its special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with certain provisions of the 72 COLREGS without interfering with its special function as a naval ship. The intended effect of this rule is to warn mariners in waters where 72 COLREGS apply.
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Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

Fri, May 23 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy is amending a system of records notice in its existing inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended.

Notice of Availability of the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the Proposed Potash Corporation of

Fri, May 23 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE), Wilmington District, Regulatory Division has been reviewing the request for Department of the Army authorization, pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbor Act, from Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Phosphate Division (PCS) for the continuation of its phosphate mining operation near Aurora, Beaufort County, NC. PCS proposes to undertake an approximately 11,909 acre mine expansion into an approximately 15,100 acre project area surrounding its current mining operation. This expansion would occur over a 37 year period and would impact approximately 4,135 acres of waters of the United States including wetlands adjacent to The Pamlico River, South Creek and Durham Creek. The Notice of Availability of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for this action was published in the Federal Register on Friday, October 20, 2006 (71 FR 61962). The Notice of Availability of Supplement I of the DEIS (SDEIS) was publi

Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

Fri, May 23 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Marine Corps is adding a system of records notice to its inventory of records systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended (5 U.S.C. 552a).

National Security Personnel System

Thu, May 22 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) are issuing proposed regulations revising the National Security Personnel System (NSPS), a human resources management system for DoD, as originally authorized by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004 and amended by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008. The proposed regulation governs compensation, classification and performance management under NSPS. NSPS aligns DoD's human resources management system with the Department's critical mission requirements and protects the civil service rights of its employees.

Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

Wed, May 21 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy is amending its certifications and exemptions under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that the Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has determined that USS DECATUR (DDG 73) is a vessel of the Navy which, due to its special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with certain provisions of the 72 COLREGS without interfering with its special function as a naval ship. The intended effect of this rule is to warn mariners in waters where 72 COLREGS apply.

Certifications and Exemptions Under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972

Wed, May 21 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Department of the Navy is amending its certifications and exemptions under the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that the Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate General (Admiralty and Maritime Law) has determined that USS GREEN BAY (LPD 20) is a vessel of the Navy which, due to its special construction and purpose, cannot fully comply with certain provisions of the 72 COLREGS without interfering with its special function as a naval ship. The intended effect of this rule is to warn mariners in waters where 72 COLREGS apply.