Unified Agenda


DEPARTMENT OF STATE (STATE)


DEPARTMENT OF STATE

22 CFR Ch. I

[Public Notice 3637]

Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions

AGENCY:

Department of State.

ACTION:

Semiannual regulatory agenda.

SUMMARY:

Consistent with the Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980, 5 U.S.C. 602, and OMB guidance to the Department of State pursuant to Executive Order 12866, the April 2001 agenda of the Department of State is set forth below. The purpose of this publication is to provide information to the public on the Department's regulatory activity. Consistent with OMB guidance, this agenda includes new and continuing items from prior agendas.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Jamison Selby Borek, Assistant Legal Adviser for Legislation and General Management, Department of State, Room 3422, 2201 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20520-6310, telephone (202) 647-2318.

Dated:

April 2, 2001.

Grant Green, Under Secretary of State for Management.

Department of State—Proposed Rule Stage
Sequence Number Title Regulation Identification Number
2000 Revisions of Grants Management Common Rules on Debarment, Suspension, and Drug-Free Workplace Requirements1400-AB33

Department of State—Final Rule Stage
Sequence Number Title Regulation Identification Number
2001 Foreign Prohibitions on Longshore Work by U.S. Nationals1400-AA34
2002 Transit Without Visa (TWOV)1400-AA48
2003 B-1 Visa Classification1400-AA54
2004 Addition of Countries Eligible To Participate in the Visa Waiver Program1400-AA75
2005 Addition of "S" Nonimmigrant Visa Classification1400-AA91
2006 Authority To Issue Visas: Issuance of O&P Visas in the United States1400-AA96
2007 Nonimmigrant Visa Fees1400-AA97
2008 Q2 Visas for Irish Nationals Participating in Work/Training Programs1400-AB02
2009 Revision to Department of State Acquisition Regulation (DOSAR)1400-AB06
2010 Cultural Exchange Programs, Reinstatement1400-AB11
2011 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Handicap, and Age in Programs and Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance1400-AB17
2012 Documentation of Nonimmigrants: Visa Waiver Program1400-AB21
2013 Documentation of Immigrants: International Broadcasters1400-AB22
2014 Documentation of Nonimmigrants: Victims of Trafficking in Persons, Victims of Criminal Activities, and Aliens Inadmissible for Trafficking in Persons1400-AB23
2015 Documentation of Nonimmigrants: Spouses and Children of Lawful Permanent Residents1400-AB24
2016 Documentation of Nonimmigrants: Spouses and Children of U.S. Citizens1400-AB25
2017 Documentation of Immigrants: Diversity Immigrants1400-AB26
2018 Documentation of Immigrants and Nonimmigrants Under the Immigration and Nationality Act, As Amended—Refusals of Individual Visas1400-AB27
2019 Classification of Nonimmigrants and Immigrants1400-AB28
2020 Students and Exchange Visitors—Fee Receipts1400-AB29
2021 International Organization Employees—INTELSAT Employees1400-AB30
2022 Aliens Ineligible for Visas for Aiding or Abetting Colombian Insurgent and Paramilitary Groups1400-AB31
2023 Grounds of Inadmissibility1400-AB32

Department of State—Long-Term Actions
Sequence Number Title Regulation Identification Number
2024 Establishing of Registry in State Department for Information About Execution of International Wills1400-AA56
2025 Hague Intercountry Adoption Convention Implementation1400-AA88
2026 Cultural Exchange Program, Summer Work/Travel—22 CFR 621400-AB10
2027 Cultural Exchange Programs, Annual Reports1400-AB14
2028 Amendments to the ITAR: Reporting of Shipments, Offset Arrangements, and Enhancements to Congressional Notifications1400-AB15
2029 Amendment to the ITAR: Offset Arrangements and Enhancements to Congressional Notifications1400-AB18
2030 Amendments to the ITAR: Reporting of Shipments1400-AB20

Department of State—Completed Actions
Sequence Number Title Regulation Identification Number
2031 Revision of U.S. Munitions List1400-AA64
2032 Processing Fee: Affidavit of Support1400-AB07
2033 Amendment to the ITAR: FMS LOA Authorized Defense Services1400-AB13
2034 Amendment to the ITAR: Canadian Exemption1400-AB19


DEPARTMENT OF STATE (STATE)

Proposed Rule Stage

 


2000. ¤ REVISIONS OF GRANTS MANAGEMENT COMMON RULES ON DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, AND DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 137; 22 CFR 139 (New)

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

To update and bring nonprocurement debarment and suspension procedures in line with the debarment and suspension procedures used for procurement.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

Undetermined

Agency Contact:

Gladys G. Gines, Procurement Analyst, Office of the Procurement Executive, Department of State, SA-6, Room 603, Washington, DC 20522-0602
Phone: 703 516-1691
Fax: 703 875-6155
Email: ginesgg@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB33


DEPARTMENT OF STATE (STATE)

Final Rule Stage

 


2001. FOREIGN PROHIBITIONS ON LONGSHORE WORK BY U.S. NATIONALS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1288(d)

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 89 (Revision)

Legal Deadline:

Final, Statutory, December 31, 1998, Legal deadline reflects the statutory requirement that the list be updated on an annual basis.

Abstract:

The above-mentioned statute requires the Secretary of State to compile and update annually, through notice-and-comment rulemaking procedures, a list, by particular longshore activity, of countries where performance of such activity is prohibited by law, regulation, or in practice in the country concerned. According to the statute cited above, the Attorney General will use this list for enforcing restrictions on work performed by crewmembers of vessels from such countries. Compilation of the list itself does not involve any significant costs and is based upon information being provided to the Department of State by U.S. diplomatic missions overseas, as well as by the public. Questions regarding the policy justification for the list and its use are best directed to the Departments of Labor, Transportation, and Justice.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 05/30/91 56 FR 24338
Final Rule 12/27/91 56 FR 66970
Final Rule Effective 01/01/92
Final Rule Correction 01/04/92 57 FR 1384
Final Rule 12/00/01

Updated List of Countries
NPRM 11/04/92 (57 FR 52600)
NPRM Comment Period End 12/04/92
Final Rule 12/13/93 (58 FR 65118)
Final Rule Effective 12/13/93
NPRM 03/24/94 (59 FR 13904)
NPRM Comment Period End 04/25/94
NPRM 11/24/95 (60 FR 58026)
NPRM Comment Period End 12/26/95
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 01/26/96 (60 FR 65609)
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 02/02/96 (61 FR 2915)
NPRM 06/06/96 (61 FR 29115)
Final Rule 06/13/96 (61 FR 29941)
Interim Final Rule 01/05/01 (66 FR 1033)
NPRM 01/05/01 (66 FR 1064)

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Additional Information:

In accordance with the mandate to maintain annually the list of countries, the Department will issue final rules to amend the list as appropriate.

Agency Contact:

Stephen Miller, Office of Maritime and Land Transport, Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs, Department of State, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520-5816
Phone: 202 647-6961

RIN:

1400-AA34

2002. TRANSIT WITHOUT VISA (TWOV)

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

sec 212(d)(4)(C) of the Immigration & Nationality Act (INA)

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.2(i)

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Under the provision of section 212(d)(4)(C), the Secretary of State and the Attorney General, acting jointly, have the authority to waive nonimmigrant visa requirements for aliens in continuous and direct transit through the United States. Yugoslavia was removed from the list of countries participating in this program.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 08/16/93 58 FR 43438
Interim Final Rule Effective 09/15/93
NPRM 01/05/01 66 FR 1064
Interim Final Rule 01/05/01 66 FR 1033
Interim Final Rule Effective 02/05/01
NPRM Comment Period End 03/06/01
Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 03/06/01
Final Action 12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Stephen K. Fischel, Office Director, Legislation and Regulation and Advisory Assistance, Department of State, 2401 E Street NW, SA-1, Washington, DC 20522-0113
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898

RIN:

1400-AA48

2003. B-1 VISA CLASSIFICATION

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

PL 101-649, Immigration Act of 1990

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.31

Legal Deadline:

NPRM, Statutory, October 1, 1991.

Abstract:

B Visa regulation revisions, which incorporate 9FAM notes and INS OI, reflect changes in interpretation of B Visa classes resulting from enactment of Immigration and Naturalization Act of 1990 and MATINA.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM 07/26/93 58 FR 40024
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 11/23/93 09/23/93 58 FR 49456
NPRM Comment Period End 09/24/93
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 12/06/93 11/23/93 58 FR 61856
Final Action 12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Stephen K. Fischel, Office Director, Legislation and Regulation and Advisory Assistance, Department of State, 2401 E Street NW, SA-1, Washington, DC 20522-0113
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898

RIN:

1400-AA54

2004. ADDITION OF COUNTRIES ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE VISA WAIVER PROGRAM

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.2(l)

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Addition of countries eligible to participate in the Visa Waiver Pilot Program. This submission was formerly titled: Addition of Countries eligible to participate in the visa waiver pilot program.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 08/03/99 64 FR 42032
Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 10/04/99
Final Action 12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Stephen K. Fischel, Office Director, Legislation and Regulation and Advisory Assistance, Department of State, 2401 E Street NW, SA-1, Washington, DC 20522-0113
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898

RIN:

1400-AA75

2005. ADDITION OF "S" NONIMMIGRANT VISA CLASSIFICATION

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.83

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Implements section 130003 of Public Law 103-322 by adding a new nonimmigrant visa classification (S) under INA 101(a)(15)(S). This visa classification provides for the admission of certain alien witnesses and informants.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 01/24/96 61 FR 1837
Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 03/25/96
Final Action 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AA91

2006. AUTHORITY TO ISSUE VISAS: ISSUANCE OF O&P VISAS IN THE UNITED STATES

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.111

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Authorizes officers in the visa office of the Department of State to revalidate O&P visas in the United States.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Final Action 12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AA96

2007. NONIMMIGRANT VISA FEES

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

PL 105-177, sec 410; 8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.107

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

This regulation reduces the fee for border crossing cards for aliens under age 15 and removes the fees for U.N. Observer Mission personnel.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 08/29/00 65 FR 52306
Final Action 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AA97

2008. Q2 VISAS FOR IRISH NATIONALS PARTICIPATING IN WORK/TRAINING PROGRAMS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

PL 105-319; 8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.57

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

This regulation establishes a work/training program for Irish nationals.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 03/17/00 65 FR 14764
Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 05/16/00
Final Rule 12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB02

2009. REVISION TO DEPARTMENT OF STATE ACQUISITION REGULATION (DOSAR)

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

PL 93-400; PL 96-83

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

48 CFR 6

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

This revision to the DOSAR will make minor changes to conform the DOSAR to continuing changes in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Final Action 12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

Federal

Procurement:

This is a procurement-related action for which there is no statutory requirement. The agency has not yet determined whether there is a paperwork burden associated with this action.

Agency Contact:

Gladys G. Gines, Procurement Analyst, Office of the Procurement Executive, Department of State, SA-6, Room 603, Washington, DC 20522-0602
Phone: 703 516-1691
Fax: 703 875-6155
Email: ginesgg@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB06

2010. CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMS, REINSTATEMENT

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1101(a)(15)(j), 1182, 1184, 1258; 22 USC 1431 to 1442, 1475e, 2451 to 2460; Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act, PL 105-277, 112 Stat 2681 et seq; Reorgnization Plan No 2 of 1977, 3 CFR, 1977 Comp, p 200; EO 12048 of March 27, 1978, 3 CFR, 1978 Comp, p 168

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 62.45

Legal Deadline:

NPRM, Statutory, April 2000.

Abstract:

The Department is amending the Exchange Visitor Program regulations regarding reinstatment of J-1 exchange visitors to valid program status.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 08/13/99 64 FR 44023
Interim Final Rule Comment Period End 09/13/99
Final Rule 12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Sally J. Lawrence, Chief Exchange Visitor Program, Department of State, Room 734, Washington, DC 20547
Phone: 202 401-9810
Fax: 202 401-9809
Email: slawrence@pd.state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB11

2011. ¤ NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, HANDICAP, AND AGE IN PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES RECEIVING FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

42 USC 794; 42 ISC 2000d to 2000d-7;; 42 USC 6101 to 6107; EO 12250

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 141 to 143

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The Department of State participated with 21 other Federal agencies to amend regulations implementing title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (title VI), section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1972 (section 504), and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (Age Discrimination Act). Together, these statutes prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, and age in programs or activities that receive Federal financial assistance. In 1988, the Civil Rights Restoration Act (CRRA) added definitions of "program or activity" and "program" to title VI, section 504, and the Age Discrimination Act. The added definitions were designed to clarify the broad scope of coverage of recipients' programs or activities under these statutes.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM 12/06/00 65 FR 76460
NPRM Comment Period End 01/05/01
Final Action 11/00/01
Final Action Effective 01/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Gloria J. Jackson, EEO Manager for Compliance Programs, Department of State, S/EEOCR; Room 4216, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520
Phone: 202 647-9897
Fax: 202 647-4969
Email: jacksongj@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB17

2012. ¤ DOCUMENTATION OF NONIMMIGRANTS: VISA WAIVER PROGRAM

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.2(1)

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Makes permanent the Visa Waiver Program.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB21

2013. ¤ DOCUMENTATION OF IMMIGRANTS: INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTERS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 42.32(d)(8)

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Adds a new category of special immigrants, international broadcasters.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB22

2014. ¤ DOCUMENTATION OF NONIMMIGRANTS: VICTIMS OF TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS, VICTIMS OF CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES, AND ALIENS INADMISSIBLE FOR TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.84; 22 CFR 41.85; 22 CFR 40.27

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Creates a new nonimmigrant status for aliens who are victims of trafficking in persons (T) or victims of criminal activities (U) to enter the U.S. as nonimmigrants. Makes aliens who are involved in trafficking of persons inadmissible.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB23

2015. ¤ DOCUMENTATION OF NONIMMIGRANTS: SPOUSES AND CHILDREN OF LAWFUL PERMANENT RESIDENTS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.86

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Permits spouses and children of lawful permanent residents, who are beneficiaries of immigrant petitions filed or approved 3 or more years prior, to enter the U.S. as (V) nonimmigrants.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

John Condayan, Acting Director, Office of Foreign Missions, Department of State, Room 2105, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520
Phone: 202 647-3416
H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB24

2016. ¤ DOCUMENTATION OF NONIMMIGRANTS: SPOUSES AND CHILDREN OF U.S. CITIZENS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.81

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Provides nonimmigrant status for spouses and children of U.S. citizens who are awaiting approval of immigrant visa petitions.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB25

2017. ¤ DOCUMENTATION OF IMMIGRANTS: DIVERSITY IMMIGRANTS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 42.33

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Amended to emphasize a diversity visa must be issued in the same fiscal year for which the petition was submitted.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB26

2018. ¤ DOCUMENTATION OF IMMIGRANTS AND NONIMMIGRANTS UNDER THE IMMIGRATION AND NATIONALITY ACT, AS AMENDED—REFUSALS OF INDIVIDUAL VISAS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.41; 22 CFR 41.121; 22 CFR 41.122; 22 CFR 42.81

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Adds to grounds of ineligibility for nonimmigrants. Adds a new restriction on place of application for alien overstays.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Final Action 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB27

2019. ¤ CLASSIFICATION OF NONIMMIGRANTS AND IMMIGRANTS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.12 and 42.11

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Adds new immigrant and nonimmigrant categories.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB28

2020. ¤ STUDENTS AND EXCHANGE VISITORS—FEE RECEIPTS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.61 and 41.62

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Requires F, J, and M nonimmigrants to produce receipts for payment of CIPRIS fees.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB29

2021. ¤ INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION EMPLOYEES—INTELSAT EMPLOYEES

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 41.24 and 42.32(d)(5)

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Treats employees of INTELSAT as if they were international organization employees after INTELSAT privitization.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB30

2022. ¤ ALIENS INELIGIBLE FOR VISAS FOR AIDING OR ABETTING COLOMBIAN INSURGENT AND PARAMILITARY GROUPS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 40.212

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Makes aliens who have aided or abetted Colombian insurgent and paramilitary groups inadmissible to the United States.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Interim Final Rule 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB31

2023. ¤ GROUNDS OF INADMISSIBILITY

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1104

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 40.63; 22 CFR 40.92; 22 CFR 40.104

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Adds exceptions for aliens inadmissible under INA 212(c)(6)(C)(ii), INA 212(a)(9)(B), and INA 212(a)(10)(D)

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Final Action 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom, Chief, Legislation and Regulations Division, Visa Office, Department of State, SA-1, Room L603-C, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20522-0106
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB32


DEPARTMENT OF STATE (STATE)

Long-Term Actions

 


2024. ESTABLISHING OF REGISTRY IN STATE DEPARTMENT FOR INFORMATION ABOUT EXECUTION OF INTERNATIONAL WILLS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

International Legal Material, vol XII, no 6, Nov 1973, p 1302

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 92.81(b)(3)

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

By resolution of the international diplomatic conference that adopted the final text of the 1973 convention on the forms of international wills, there was a recommendation that States establish an internal system to permit the optional registration of information to facilitate the discovery of international wills. The President transmitted the convention to the Senate on July 2, 1986, with the recommendation that the Senate give its advice and consent to U.S. ratification of the convention and information about the intention to establish the Registry in the Department of State (Senate Treaty Doc. 99-29). The Senate gave advice and consent on August 2, 1991. Implementing legislation (the International Wills Act) is required before the United States can take further action to ratify the convention.

Timetable:

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Yes

Small Entities Affected:

Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected:

None

Additional Information:

U.S. ratification of the 1973 Convention Providing a Uniform Law on the Form of an International Will and implementing legislation will provide for the designation of Diplomatic and Consular Agents to act in connection with International Wills, and the establishment of a registry for such wills, and other related matters.

Agency Contact:

Edward A. Betancourt, Director, Office of Policy Review and Interagency Liaison, Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520-5816
Phone: 202 647-3666
Fax: 202 647-0103

RIN:

1400-AA56

2025. HAGUE INTERCOUNTRY ADOPTION CONVENTION IMPLEMENTATION

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Other Significant

Legal Authority:

Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

Regulations will implement the Hague Convention on Protection of Children and Cooperation in Respect of Intercountry Adoption and its associated legislation. The convention was submitted for Senate advice and consent in 1998, and the proposed implementing legislation was submitted to the full Congress in 1998 and again in 1999. Health and Human Services and the Immigration and Naturalization Service will also write regulations regarding this convention and legislation.

Timetable:

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

Undetermined

Government Levels Affected:

State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact:

Edward A. Betancourt, Director, Office of Policy Review and Interagency Liaison, Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, 2201 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20520-5816
Phone: 202 647-3666
Fax: 202 647-0103

RIN:

1400-AA88

2026. CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM, SUMMER WORK/TRAVEL—22 CFR 62

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1101(2)(15)(J), 1182, 1184, 1258; 22 USC 1431 to 1442, 1475e, 2451 to 2460; Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructing Act, PL 105-277, 112 Stat 2681 et seq; Reorganization Plan No 2 of 1977, 3 CFR, 1977 Comp, p 200; EO 12048 of March 27, 1978, 3 CFR, 1978 Comp, p 168

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 62.32

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The Department is adopting specific regulations governing participation in summer work/travel programs conducted by Department-designated sponsors pursuant to Public Law 105-277. These regulations supersede program guidelines promulgated by the USIA and published at 61 FR 13760 (March 28, 1996).

Timetable:

Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Additional Information:

Transfered from 3116-AA16.

Agency Contact:

Sally J. Lawrence, Chief Exchange Visitor Program, Department of State, Room 734, Washington, DC 20547
Phone: 202 401-9810
Fax: 202 401-9809
Email: slawrence@pd.state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB10

2027. CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMS, ANNUAL REPORTS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

8 USC 1101(a)(15)(J), 1182, 1184, 1258; 22 USC 1431 to 1442, 1475e, 2451 to 2460; Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act, PL 105-277, 112 Stat 2681 et seq; Reorganization Plan No 2 of 1977, 3 CFR, 1977 Comp, p 200; EO 12048 of March 27, 1978, 3 CFR, 1978 Comp, p 168

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 62.15

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

The Department is amending the Exchange Visitor Program regulations regarding annual report requirements.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
ANPRM To Be Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Sally J. Lawrence, Chief Exchange Visitor Program, Department of State, Room 734, Washington, DC 20547
Phone: 202 401-9810
Fax: 202 401-9809
Email: slawrence@pd.state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB14

2028. AMENDMENTS TO THE ITAR: REPORTING OF SHIPMENTS, OFFSET ARRANGEMENTS, AND ENHANCEMENTS TO CONGRESSIONAL NOTIFICATIONS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

22 USC 2778; secs 1243 and 1245 of the Defense Offsets; Disclosure Act of 1999; sec 1302 of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 120; 22 CFR 123; 22 CFR 124

Legal Deadline:

NPRM, Statutory, December 2001.

Abstract:

New requirement to report to the Office of Defense Trade Controls shipping data within 15 days after the item has been exported. Final rule includes a new requirement that the reporting of any proposed offset agreement connected with a proposed export of any major defense equipment sold under a contract in the amount of $14,000,000 or more or of defense articles or defense services sold under a contract in the amount of $50,000,000 or more. Also, a new requirement was added that 45 days must elapse since receipt by the Congress of an enhancement to a case notified to Congress as required by 22 U.S.C. 2776(c)(1).

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Final Action 12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected:

Federal

Agency Contact:

Mary Frances Sweeney, Munitions Control Analyst, Department of State, 13th Floor, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 202 663-2865
Fax: 202 261-8264

RIN:

1400-AB15

2029. ¤ AMENDMENT TO THE ITAR: OFFSET ARRANGEMENTS AND ENHANCEMENTS TO CONGRESSIONAL NOTIFICATIONS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

22 USC 2778; secs 1243 and 1245 of the Defense Offsets; Disclosure Act of 1999

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 120; 22 CFR 123; 22 CFR 124

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

New requirement to require reporting and a description of any proposed offset agreement connected with a proposed export of any major defense equipment sold under a contract in the amount of $14,000,000 or more of defense articles or defense services sold under a contract in the amount of $50,000,000 or more. Also, a new requirement was added that 45 days must elapse since receipt by the Congress of an enhancement to a case notified to Congress as required by 22 U.S.C. 2776(c) (l).

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM 12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Mary Frances Sweeney, Munitions Control Analyst, Department of State, 13th Floor, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 202 663-2865
Fax: 202 261-8264

RIN:

1400-AB18

2030. ¤ AMENDMENTS TO THE ITAR: REPORTING OF SHIPMENTS

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

22 USC 2778; sec 1302 of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 123; 22 CFR 126; 22 CFR 127

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

New requirement to report to the Office of Defense Trade Controls shipping data within 15 days after the item has been exported.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM 12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Small Entities Affected:

Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected:

Federal

Agency Contact:

Mary Frances Sweeney, Munitions Control Analyst, Department of State, 13th Floor, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 202 663-2865
Fax: 202 261-8264

RIN:

1400-AB20


DEPARTMENT OF STATE (STATE)

Completed Actions

 


2031. REVISION OF U.S. MUNITIONS LIST

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 121.1; 22 CFR 121.16

Completed:
Reason Date FR Cite
Withdrawn 03/21/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Mary Frances Sweeney
Phone: 202 663-2865
Fax: 202 261-8264

RIN:

1400-AA64

2032. PROCESSING FEE: AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 40.41

Completed:
Reason Date FR Cite
Final Action 09/07/00 65 FR 54148
Final Action Effective 10/01/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

H. Edward Odom
Phone: 202 663-1204
Fax: 202 663-3898
Email: odomher@state.gov

RIN:

1400-AB07

2033. AMENDMENT TO THE ITAR: FMS LOA AUTHORIZED DEFENSE SERVICES

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 126

Completed:
Reason Date FR Cite
Final Action 07/21/00 65 FR 45286
Final Action Effective 09/01/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

None

Agency Contact:

Sally J. Lawrence
Phone: 202 401-9810
Fax: 202 401-9809
Email: slawrence@pd.state.gov
Mary Frances Sweeney
Phone: 202 663-2865
Fax: 202 261-8264

RIN:

1400-AB13

2034. ¤ AMENDMENT TO THE ITAR: CANADIAN EXEMPTION

Agency:

Department of State (STATE)

Priority:

Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:

22 USC 2778

CFR Citation: (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations.)

22 CFR 126

Legal Deadline:

None

Abstract:

New final rule amends the existing Canadian exemption in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Government of Canada changed its export control system by establishing a system that identifies and permits registration of persons who will be eligible on the basis of Canadian citizenship or permanent residence and of risk assessment to have access to U.S. Munitions List articles exported from the United States or re-transferred within Canada without a U.S. license. Accordingly, the new final rule reflects the Canadian registration system to permit specific end-users to be eligible to receive defense articles exported under the exemption. Such end-users are Canadian Federal or Provincial government authorities acting in an official capacity and Canadian-registered persons.

Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
Final Action 02/16/01 66 FR 10575
Final Action Effective 05/30/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required:

No

Government Levels Affected:

Federal

Agency Contact:

Mary Frances Sweeney, Munitions Control Analyst, Department of State, 13th Floor, 2401 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 202 663-2865
Fax: 202 261-8264

RIN:

1400-AB19