This interim rule revises the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program regulations by replacing the obsolete term ``central city'' with a new term ``principal city'' in the definition of ``metropolitan city'' and other CDBG regulations referencing ``central city.'' The revisions are necessary because of the recent changes to the Office of

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT : Transportation Department

This interim rule provides a partial rate adjustment for pilotage on the Great Lakes. We last adjusted the rates for pilotage on the Great Lakes in July 2001. The partial rate adjustment is being implemented while the Coast Guard completes its evaluation of issues raised in response to the NPRM and calculates a full rate adjustment.

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY : Transportation Department

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (Office or USPTO) proposes to update the procedures regarding enrollment and discipline. The Office also proposes to replace the current USPTO Code of Professional Responsibility, which is based on the Model Code of Professional Responsibility of the American Bar Association, with new USPTO Rules of

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE : Transportation Department

Section 202(q)(2) of the North American Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act (``the Act'') (19 USC 3331(b)) authorizes the President to proclaim modifications to the NAFTA rules of origin set forth in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS), subject to the consultation and layover provisions of section 103 of the Act. This

OFFICE OF THE UNITED STATES TRADE REPRESENTATIVE : Trade Representative, Office of United States

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has submitted the following request (see below) for emergency OMB review under the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35). OMB approval has been requested by December 26, 2003. A copy of the information collection plans may be obtained by calling the SAMHSA Reports

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES : Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

The role of the IPCC is to assess on a comprehensive, objective, open and transparent basis, the scientific, technical, and socioeconomic information relevant to understanding the scientific basis of risk of humaninduced climate change, its potential impacts, and options for adaptation and mitigation. The IPCC has three working groups: Working

DEPARTMENT OF STATE : State Department

Notice is hereby given of the following determinations: Pursuant to the authority vested in me by the Act of October 19, 1965 (79 Stat. 985; 22 U.S.C. 2459), Executive Order 12047 of March 27, 1978, the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998 (112 Stat. 2681, et seq.; 22 U.S.C. 6501 note, et seq.), Delegation of Authority No. 234 of

DEPARTMENT OF STATE : State Department

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of the Government in the Sunshine Act, Pub. L. 94409, that the Securities and Exchange Commission will hold the following meetings during the week of December 15, 2003:

A Closed Meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2003 at 2 p.m., and an Open Meeting will be held on Wednesday,

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION : Securities and Exchange Commission

Federal Register Citation of Previous Announcement: [68 FR 68126, December 5, 2003].
Status: Closed Meeting.
Place: 450 Fifth Street, NW., Washington, DC.

Announcement of Additional Meeting: Additional Meeting.

A Closed Meeting will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2003 at 3 p.m.

Commissioners, Counsel to the Commissioners, the Secretary to

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION : Securities and Exchange Commission

This proposed rule would amend the pipeline safety regulations to require operators of gas and hazardous liquid pipelines to have procedures for periodic inspections of pipeline facilities in offshore waters less than 15 feet deep or crossing under a navigable waterway. These inspections would ensure that the pipeline is not exposed or a hazard to

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION : Research and Special Programs Administration

The following Water Management Plans are available for review: [sbull] Carpinteria Water District
[sbull] Kern Tulare Water District
[sbull] Montecito Water District

[sbull] Rag Gulch Water District

To meet the requirements of the Central Valley Project Improvement Act of 1992 (CVPIA) and the Reclamation Reform Act of 1982, the Bureau of

DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR : Reclamation Bureau

Part A, Office of the Secretary (OS) of the Statement of Organization, Functions, and Delegations of Authority, Chapter (A), Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration Management, for the Department of Health and Human Services, at Part P, Program Support Center, as last amended at 68 FR 8040, dated February 19, 2003, is being

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES : Program Support Center

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The President
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Executive Order 13320 of December 9, 2003

Closing of Executive Departments and Agencies of the
Federal Government on Friday, December 26, 2003 By the

Presidential Documents : Presidential Documents

OSHA solicits comments concerning its proposal to decrease the existing burden hour estimates, and to extend OMB approval of the information collection requirements of the Formaldehyde Standard (29 CFR 1910.1048). The standard protects employees from adverse health effects from occupational exposure to Formaldehyde.

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR : Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended (the Act), and the regulations in Title 10, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 50, Domestic Licensing of Production and Utilization Facilities, Part 52, Early Site Permits, Standard Design Certifications, and Combined Licenses for Nuclear Power Plants, and Part 2, Rules of Practice for

NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION : Nuclear Regulatory Commission

On November 5, 2003 (68 FR 62642), the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) published for public comment a draft policy statement on the treatment of environmental justice matters in NRC regulatory and licensing actions. Several persons have subsequently requested an extension of time for submitting comments. In the interest of obtaining public

NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION : Nuclear Regulatory Commission

The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to designate areas where personal watercraft (PWC) may be used in Lake Meredith National Recreation Area, Texas. This proposed rule implements the provisions of the NPS general regulations authorizing a park unit to allow the use of PWC by promulgating a special regulation. The NPS Management Policies

DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR : National Park Service

Notice is hereby given that Dr. Thomas J. Kwak, U.S. Geological Survey, North Carolina Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, Box 7617, 201 David Clark Labs, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina 276957617, has requested a modification to scientific research permit no. 1375.

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE : National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

This notice advises the public that three enhancement permits pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA), have been issued and that the decision documents are available upon request. Permit 1395 was issued jointly to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW),the Public Utility District No. 1 of Chelan County (Chelan PUD), and

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE : National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Notice is hereby given that an artificial propagation permit to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), the Public Utility District No. 1 of Chelan County (Chelan PUD); and the Public Utility District No. 1 of Douglas County (Douglas PUD), pursuant to section 10(a)(1)(B) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA), has been issued

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE : National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Between June 30, 2003 and September 24, 2003, NMFS' Northwest Region issued three permit modifications allowing endangered and threatened species of Pacific salmon and steelhead to be taken for scientific research purposes under the
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Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA). The research actions and the species they affect are listed in

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE : National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

NOAA Fisheries proposes specifications for the 2004 Atlantic herring fishery. The regulations for the Atlantic herring fishery require NMFS to publish specifications for the upcoming year and to provide an opportunity for public comment. The intent of the specifications is to conserve and manage the Atlantic herring resource and provide for a

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE : National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

This final rule establishes a fishing capacity reduction program in the fishery for the crab species managed under the Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands King and Tanner Crabs Fishery Management Plan (crab FMP). The program will reduce excess capacity and promote economic efficiency in the crab fishery. It is authorized under both special legislation and

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE : National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Pursuant to section 10(d) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. appendix 2), notice is hereby given of meetings of the Board of Regents of the National Library of Medicine.

The meetings will be open to the public as indicated below, with attendance limited to space available. Individuals who plan to attend and need

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES : National Institutes of Health

Pursuant to section 10(d) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended (5 U.S.C. appendix 2), notice is hereby given of the following meetings.

The meetings will be closed to the public in accordance with the provisions set forth in sections 552b(c)(4) and 552b(c)(6), Title 5 U.S.C., as amended. The grant applications and the

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES : National Institutes of Health