80 FR 9987 - Authorization To Seize Property Involved in Drug Offenses for Administrative Forfeiture (2012R-9P)

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 37 (February 25, 2015)

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FR Document		2015-03839
The Department of Justice is amending its regulations to delegate to the Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) authority to seize and administratively forfeit property involved in controlled substance offenses.
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DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

28 CFR Part 0

[AG Order No. 3495-2015]


Authorization To Seize Property Involved in Drug Offenses for 
Administrative Forfeiture (2012R-9P)

AGENCY: Department of Justice.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Justice is amending its regulations to 
delegate to the Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, 
and Explosives (ATF) authority to seize and administratively forfeit 
property involved in controlled substance offenses.

DATES: This rule is effective February 25, 2015.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Denise Brown, Enforcement Programs and 
Services, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, U.S. 
Department of Justice, 99 New York Avenue NE., Washington, DC 20226, 
telephone: (202) 648-7070.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    After the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 
(ATF) became part of the Department of Justice (DOJ) in January 2003, 
pursuant to the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (Pub. L. 107-296), the 
Attorney General delegated to ATF the authority to investigate, seize, 
and forfeit property involved in a violation or attempted violation 
within its investigative jurisdiction. See 28 CFR 0.130(b)(1). ATF 
investigations focusing on violent crime frequently involve complex 
criminal organizations with multiple criminal enterprises and uncover 
drug-related offenses in addition to offenses within ATF's primary 
jurisdiction, such as violations of the Gun Control Act, 18 U.S.C. 
Chapter 44, the National Firearms Act, 26 U.S.C. Chapter 53, or the 
Contraband Cigarette Trafficking Act, 18 U.S.C. Chapter 114. In such 
investigations, ATF historically did not have authority under 21 U.S.C. 
Chapter 13 to seize for administrative forfeiture property involved in 
controlled substance offenses. Instead, ATF generally referred such 
property to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), which is 
primarily responsible for investigating violations of drug laws 
contained in title 21 of the United States Code. DEA would then 
initiate, process, and conclude all necessary administrative forfeiture 
actions for the controlled substance-related property.

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In other situations, ATF had to request that the local U.S. Attorney's 
office pursue a judicial forfeiture of such drug-related property.
    The Department believes that forfeiting the assets of criminals is 
an essential tool in combating criminal activity that provides law 
enforcement with the ability to dismantle criminal organizations, 
deprive wrongdoers of the proceeds of their crimes, and deter crime. 
The Department further believes that administrative forfeiture permits 
the expedient and effective use of this valuable law enforcement tool.
    An uncontested administrative forfeiture can be perfected in 60-90 
days for minimal cost, including the personal notice to interested 
parties and the notice by publication required by statute. Conversely, 
the costs associated with judicial forfeiture can amount to hundreds or 
thousands of dollars and the judicial process generally can take 
anywhere from 6 months to years. In the meantime, the government incurs 
additional costs if the property requires storage or maintenance until 
a final order of forfeiture can be obtained.
    One of the primary missions of ATF is to combat firearm-related 
violent crime. The nexus between drug trafficking and firearm violence 
is well established. Upon review of the current role and mission of ATF 
within DOJ, the Attorney General decided to authorize a temporary 
delegation of title 21 seizure and forfeiture authority to determine 
whether such authority can enhance the effectiveness of ATF in the 
investigation of violent crimes involving firearms. On August 21, 2012, 
the Attorney General signed a final rule delegating seizure and 
forfeiture authority under 21 U.S.C. 881 to the ATF for a trial period 
of one year, effective February 25, 2013. 77 FR 51698 (Aug. 27, 2012). 
By subsequent action, the Attorney General extended the same authority 
to ATF for an additional one-year period to give ATF more time to 
refine its process, fully hire and train all necessary staff, and 
further demonstrate the effectiveness of the delegation in the 
investigation of violent crimes involving firearms. 79 FR 12060 (Mar. 
4, 2014).
    ATF has refined its title 21 asset forfeiture process, and 
strengthened the overall asset forfeiture program, by changing 
organizational structure, adding experienced personnel and resources to 
review and more efficiently process all of ATF's administrative 
forfeitures, and providing additional asset forfeiture training to all 
agency personnel involved in the forfeiture process, together with a 
renewed focus on the proper execution of all phases of ATF's asset 
forfeiture mission to ensure that all interested parties are afforded 
due process under the law, that all seized assets are accounted for and 
properly maintained, and that all forfeited property is disposed of 
according to law in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
    This authority has given ATF the ability to process drug-related 
property seized in criminal investigations in which firearms and 
explosives also are seized. From February 25, 2013, to September 30, 
2014, ATF used its authority under title 21 to seize more than 1,700 
assets with a total value in excess of $19,300,000.
    The delegation of authority has afforded cost savings to the United 
States government by streamlining the forfeiture process to prevent 
unnecessary burden on the judicial system and the public and by 
permitting the government to process forfeitures within a single 
agency. The grant of title 21 seizure and forfeiture authority will 
permit ATF to continue its use of asset forfeiture as a valuable tool 
in support of its law enforcement mission and enable the Department to 
further increase the speed and efficiency of uncontested forfeiture 
actions.

Final Rule

    This rule amends the regulations in 28 CFR part 0 to delegate to 
the Director of ATF the authority to seize, forfeit, and remit or 
mitigate the forfeiture of property in accordance with 21 U.S.C. 881.
    Forfeiting the assets of criminals is an essential tool in 
combating criminal activity and provides law enforcement with the 
capacity to dismantle criminal organizations, deprive wrongdoers of the 
proceeds of their illegal activities, and deter crime. Therefore, the 
Attorney General has decided to delegate to the Director of ATF without 
a time limit administrative seizure and forfeiture authority under 
title 21 to permit expedient and effective use of this valuable law 
enforcement tool in the investigation of violent crime involving 
firearms.

How This Document Complies With the Federal Administrative Requirements 
for Rulemaking

Administrative Procedure Act (APA)

    Notice and comment rulemaking is not required for this final rule. 
Under the APA, ``rules of agency organization, procedure or practice,'' 
5 U.S.C. 553(b)(A), that do not ``affect[] individual rights and 
obligations,'' Morton v. Ruiz, 415 U.S. 199, 232 (1974), are exempt 
from the general notice and comment requirements of section 553 of 
title 5 of the United States Code. See JEM Broad. Co. v. FCC, 22 F.3d 
320, 326 (D.C. Cir. 1994) (section 553(b)(A) applies to ``agency 
actions that do not themselves alter the rights or interests of 
parties, although [they] may alter the manner in which the parties 
present themselves or their viewpoints to the agency'') (quoting 
Batterton v. Marshall, 648 F.2d 694, 707 (D.C. Cir. 1980) (internal 
quotation marks omitted)). The revisions to the regulations in 28 CFR 
part 0 are purely a matter of agency organization, procedure, and 
practice that will not affect individual rights and obligations. This 
rule does not expand the government's ability as a matter of law to 
effectuate forfeitures; it simply authorizes the Director of ATF to 
effectuate such forfeitures. Internal delegations of authority such as 
in this final rule are ``rules of agency organization, procedure, or 
practice'' under the APA. In addition, this rule is exempt from the 
usual requirements of prior notice and comment and a 30-day delay in 
effective date because, as an internal delegation of authority, it 
relates to a matter of agency management or personnel. See 5 U.S.C. 
553(a)(2).

Regulatory Flexibility Act

    The Attorney General, in accordance with the Regulatory Flexibility 
Act, 5 U.S.C. 605(b), has reviewed this rule and, by approving it, 
certifies that it will not have a significant economic impact on a 
substantial number of small entities because it pertains to personnel 
and administrative matters affecting the Department. Further, a 
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis is not required for this final rule 
because the Department was not required to publish a general notice of 
proposed rulemaking for this matter.

Executive Order 12866 and Executive Order 13563

    This rule has been drafted and reviewed in accordance with 
Executive Order 12866, ``Regulatory Planning and Review,'' section 
1(b), Principles of Regulation, and with Executive Order 13563, 
``Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review.'' This rule is limited to 
agency organization, management, or personnel matters as described by 
Executive Order 12866, section 3(d)(3) and, therefore, is not a 
``regulation'' or ``rule'' as defined by that Executive Order.
    This rule will not have an annual effect on the economy of $100 
million or more, nor will it adversely affect in a material way the 
economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition,

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jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or 
tribal government or communities. Accordingly, this rule is not a 
``significant regulatory action'' as defined in Executive Order 12866.

Executive Order 12988

    This regulation meets the applicable standards set forth in 
sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2) of Executive Order 12988, ``Civil Justice 
Reform.''

Executive Order 13132

    This rule will not have substantial direct effects on the States, 
on the relationship between the national government and the States, or 
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various 
levels of government. Therefore, in accordance with Executive Order 
13132, ``Federalism,'' the Department has determined that this rule 
does not have sufficient federalism implications to warrant the 
preparation of a federalism summary impact statement.

Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995

    This rule will not result in the expenditure by State, local, and 
tribal governments, in the aggregate, or by the private sector, of $100 
million or more in any one year, and it will not significantly or 
uniquely affect small governments. Therefore, no actions are necessary 
under the provisions of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995, 2 
U.S.C. 1501 et seq.

Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996

    This rule is not a major rule as defined by section 251 of the 
Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 (SBREFA), 5 
U.S.C. 804. This rule will not result in an annual effect on the 
economy of $100 million or more; a major increase in costs or prices; 
or significant adverse effects on competition, employment, investment, 
productivity, innovation, or the ability of United States-based 
enterprises to compete with foreign-based enterprises in domestic and 
export markets.

Congressional Review Act

    This action pertains to agency management, personnel, and 
organization and does not substantially affect the rights or 
obligations of non-agency parties. Accordingly, it is not a rule for 
purposes of the reporting requirement of 5 U.S.C. 801.

List of Subjects in 28 CFR Part 0

    Authority delegations (Government agencies), Government employees, 
Organization and functions (Government agencies), Privacy, Reporting 
and recordkeeping requirements, Whistleblowing.

Authority and Issuance

    Accordingly, by virtue of the authority vested in me as Attorney 
General, including 5 U.S.C. 301 and 28 U.S.C. 509, 510, and for the 
reasons set forth in the preamble, part 0 of title 28 of the Code of 
Federal Regulations is amended as follows:

PART 0--ORGANIZATION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

0
1. The authority citation for 28 CFR part 0 continues to read as 
follows:

    Authority:  5 U.S.C. 301; 28 U.S.C. 509, 510, 515-519.


Sec.  0.130  [Amended]

0
2. In Sec.  0.130, amend paragraph (b)(2) by removing the second 
sentence.

     Dated: February 20, 2015.
Eric H. Holder, Jr.,
Attorney General.
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(a) Applicability (iv) Torque each nut by following either DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
This AD applies to Model S–76A, S–76B, paragraph D.(9) or D.(10) of the
S–76C, and S–76D helicopters, serial Accomplishment Instructions of the ASB. 28 CFR Part 0
numbers (S/N) up to and including 761050,
certificated in any category, with a tail drive (f) Alternative Methods of Compliance [AG Order No. 3495–2015]
shaft (TDS) part number (P/N) and S/N as (AMOCs)
follows: (1) The Manager, Boston Aircraft
Authorization To Seize Property
(a) P/N 76361–04004 (all dash numbers) Certification Office, FAA, may approve Involved in Drug Offenses for
with an S/N up to and including A127– AMOCs for this AD. Send your proposal to: Administrative Forfeiture (2012R–9P)
01092; or Michael Schwetz, Aviation Safety Engineer,
(b) P/N 76361–04604 (all dash numbers) AGENCY: Department of Justice.
Engine & Propeller Directorate, FAA, 12 New
with an S/N with a prefix A240 or B240, or ACTION: Final rule.
with an S/N C240–00001 through C240– England Executive Park, Burlington,
00880. Massachusetts 01803; telephone (781) 238– SUMMARY: The Department of Justice is
7761; email michael.schwetz@faa.gov. amending its regulations to delegate to
(b) Unsafe Condition (2) For operations conducted under a 14 the Director of the Bureau of Alcohol,
This AD defines the unsafe condition as CFR part 119 operating certificate or under Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
loose or fractured TDS flange-to-shaft 14 CFR part 91, subpart K, we suggest that
attachment hardware. This condition could (ATF) authority to seize and
you notify your principal inspector, or administratively forfeit property
result in loss of a tail rotor drive and
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of involved in controlled substance
subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.
the local flight standards district office or offenses.
(c) Effective Date certificate holding district office before
This AD becomes effective March 12, 2015. operating any aircraft complying with this DATES: This rule is effective February
AD through an AMOC. 25, 2015.
(d) Compliance
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
You are responsible for performing each (g) Subject
Denise Brown, Enforcement Programs
action required by this AD within the Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) and Services, Bureau of Alcohol,
specified compliance time unless it has Code: 6510 Tail Rotor Drive Shaft.
already been accomplished prior to that time. Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, U.S.
(h) Material Incorporated by Reference Department of Justice, 99 New York
(e) Required Actions Avenue NE., Washington, DC 20226,
Within 30 hours time-in-service: (1) The Director of the Federal Register
telephone: (202) 648–7070.
(1) Inspect each TDS flange attachment approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
hardware at all four locations for looseness
and torque stripe misalignment as depicted paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Background
in Figure 1 and shown in Figure 2 of part 51.
Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Alert Service (2) You must use this service information
After the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco,
Bulletin ASB 76–66–52, Basic Issue, dated as applicable to do the actions required by
Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) became
April 1, 2014 (ASB). Inspect each nut to this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. part of the Department of Justice (DOJ)
determine whether it can be rotated by hand.
(i) Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation Alert in January 2003, pursuant to the
Determine whether the hardware is Homeland Security Act of 2002 (Pub. L.
assembled correctly by following the Service Bulletin ASB 76–66–52, Basic issue,
dated April 1, 2014. 107–296), the Attorney General
Accomplishment Instructions, paragraph delegated to ATF the authority to
B.(3)(a) through B.(3)(b) of the ASB. (ii) Reserved.
Determine the torque of each nut. (3) For Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation investigate, seize, and forfeit property
(2) If there is no looseness, torque stripe service information identified in this AD, involved in a violation or attempted
misalignment, incorrect hardware assembly, contact Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, violation within its investigative
and if no nut can be rotated by hand and the Customer Service Engineering, 124 Quarry jurisdiction. See 28 CFR 0.130(b)(1).
torque of any nut is not less than 105 inch- Road, Trumbull, CT 06611; telephone 1–800– ATF investigations focusing on violent
pounds, no further action is required by this Winged–S or 203–416–4299; email crime frequently involve complex
AD. criminal organizations with multiple
sikorskywcs@sikorsky.com.
(3) If there is looseness, torque stripe criminal enterprises and uncover drug-
misalignment, incorrect hardware assembly, (4) You may view this service information
a nut rotated by hand, or the torque of any at FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, related offenses in addition to offenses
nut is less than 105 inch-pounds, do the Southwest Region, 2601 Meacham Blvd., within ATF’s primary jurisdiction, such
following: Room 663, Fort Worth, Texas 76137. For as violations of the Gun Control Act, 18
(i) Apply an index mark to the flange and information on the availability of this U.S.C. Chapter 44, the National
shaft to make sure the flange is reinstalled in material at the FAA, call (817) 222–5110. Firearms Act, 26 U.S.C. Chapter 53, or
the same position and to maintain shaft (5) You may view this service information the Contraband Cigarette Trafficking
balance, unbolt and remove the flange from that is incorporated by reference at the Act, 18 U.S.C. Chapter 114. In such
the shaft, and visually inspect each radius National Archives and Records investigations, ATF historically did not
washer for wear or fretting. Replace any
washer with wear or fretting.
Administration (NARA). For information on have authority under 21 U.S.C. Chapter
(ii) Inspect the flange and shaft for a crack, the availability of this material at NARA, call 13 to seize for administrative forfeiture
fracture, wear on the mounting hole, and (202) 741–6030, or go to: http:// property involved in controlled
diameter by following the Accomplishment www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- substance offenses. Instead, ATF
Instructions, paragraph 3.D.(5)(a) through locations.html. generally referred such property to the
3.D.(5)(e), of the ASB. If the flange and shaft Drug Enforcement Administration
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Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on February
fail any of the inspection criteria, before (DEA), which is primarily responsible
9, 2015.
further flight, replace the TDS with an for investigating violations of drug laws
airworthy TDS. Bruce E. Cain,
(iii) Align index marks, install the flange
contained in title 21 of the United States
Acting Directorate Manager, Rotorcraft Code. DEA would then initiate, process,
on the shaft, and coat the grip length of each Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
bolt and the contact surfaces on each radius and conclude all necessary
[FR Doc. 2015–03703 Filed 2–24–15; 8:45 am] administrative forfeiture actions for the
washer and washer with epoxy polyamide
primer. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P controlled substance-related property.

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jobs, the environment, public health or Organization and functions be obtained in alternative formats (large
safety, or State, local, or tribal (Government agencies), Privacy, print, braille, audio tape or disc), upon
government or communities. Reporting and recordkeeping request, by calling (202) 693–0675 (this
Accordingly, this rule is not a requirements, Whistleblowing. is not a toll-free number). TTY/TDD
‘‘significant regulatory action’’ as callers may dial toll-free 1–877–889–
Authority and Issuance
defined in Executive Order 12866. 5627 to obtain information or request
Accordingly, by virtue of the materials in alternative formats.
Executive Order 12988 authority vested in me as Attorney Questions of interpretation and/or
This regulation meets the applicable General, including 5 U.S.C. 301 and 28 enforcement of the agency’s current
standards set forth in sections 3(a) and U.S.C. 509, 510, and for the reasons set regulations may be directed to the
3(b)(2) of Executive Order 12988, ‘‘Civil forth in the preamble, part 0 of title 28 nearest WHD district office. Locate the
Justice Reform.’’ of the Code of Federal Regulations is nearest office by calling WHD’s toll-free
amended as follows: help line at (866) 4US–WAGE ((866)
Executive Order 13132
487–9243) between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. in
This rule will not have substantial PART 0—ORGANIZATION OF THE your local time zone, or log onto WHD’s
direct effects on the States, on the DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Web site for a nationwide listing of
relationship between the national WHD district and area offices at
government and the States, or on the ■ 1. The authority citation for 28 CFR
http://www.dol.gov/whd/america2.htm.
distribution of power and part 0 continues to read as follows:
Please visit http://www.dol.gov/whd for
responsibilities among the various Authority: 5 U.S.C. 301; 28 U.S.C. 509, more information and resources about
levels of government. Therefore, in 510, 515–519. the laws administered and enforced by
accordance with Executive Order 13132, WHD. Information and compliance
§ 0.130 [Amended]
‘‘Federalism,’’ the Department has assistance materials specific to this
determined that this rule does not have ■ 2. In § 0.130, amend paragraph (b)(2) Final Rule can be found at: http://
sufficient federalism implications to by removing the second sentence. www.dol.gov/whd/fmla/spouse/.
warrant the preparation of a federalism Dated: February 20, 2015. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
summary impact statement. Eric H. Holder, Jr.,
I. Background
Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 Attorney General.
[FR Doc. 2015–03839 Filed 2–24–15; 8:45 am] A. What the FMLA Provides
This rule will not result in the
expenditure by State, local, and tribal BILLING CODE 4410–19–P The Family and Medical Leave Act of
governments, in the aggregate, or by the 1993, 29 U.S.C. 2601 et seq., entitles
private sector, of $100 million or more eligible employees of covered employers
in any one year, and it will not DEPARTMENT OF LABOR to take job-protected, unpaid leave, or to
significantly or uniquely affect small substitute appropriate accrued paid
governments. Therefore, no actions are Wage and Hour Division leave, for up to a total of 12 workweeks
necessary under the provisions of the in a 12-month period for the birth of the
Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 29 CFR Part 825 employee’s son or daughter and to care
1995, 2 U.S.C. 1501 et seq. RIN 1235–AA09 for the newborn child; for the placement
of a son or daughter with the employee
Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Definition of Spouse Under the Family for adoption or foster care; to care for
Fairness Act of 1996 and Medical Leave Act the employee’s spouse, parent, son, or
This rule is not a major rule as daughter with a serious health
AGENCY: Wage and Hour Division, condition; when the employee is unable
defined by section 251 of the Small
Department of Labor. to work due to the employee’s own
Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (SBREFA), 5 U.S.C. ACTION: Final rule. serious health condition; or for any
804. This rule will not result in an qualifying exigency arising out of the
SUMMARY: The Department of Labor’s fact that the employee’s spouse, son,
annual effect on the economy of $100 (Department) Wage and Hour Division
million or more; a major increase in daughter, or parent is a military member
(WHD) revises the regulation defining on covered active duty. 29 U.S.C. 2612.
costs or prices; or significant adverse ‘‘spouse’’ under the Family and Medical
effects on competition, employment, An eligible employee may also take up
Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA or the Act) in to 26 workweeks of FMLA leave during
investment, productivity, innovation, or light of the United States Supreme
the ability of United States-based a ‘‘single 12-month period’’ to care for
Court’s decision in United States v. a covered servicemember with a serious
enterprises to compete with foreign- Windsor, which found section 3 of the
based enterprises in domestic and injury or illness, when the employee is
Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) to be the spouse, son, daughter, parent, or
export markets. unconstitutional. next of kin of the servicemember. Id.
Congressional Review Act DATES: This Final Rule is effective FMLA leave may be taken in a block,
This action pertains to agency March 27, 2015. or under certain circumstances,
management, personnel, and FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: intermittently or on a reduced leave
organization and does not substantially Mary Ziegler, Director of the Division of schedule. Id. In addition to providing
Regulations, Legislation, and job-protected family and medical leave,
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affect the rights or obligations of non-
agency parties. Accordingly, it is not a Interpretation, U.S. Department of employers must also maintain any
rule for purposes of the reporting Labor, Wage and Hour Division, 200 preexisting group health plan coverage
requirement of 5 U.S.C. 801. Constitution Avenue NW., Room S– for an employee on FMLA-protected
3502, Frances Perkins Building, leave under the same conditions that
List of Subjects in 28 CFR Part 0 Washington, DC 20210; telephone: (202) would apply if the employee had not
Authority delegations (Government 693–0406 (this is not a toll-free taken leave. 29 U.S.C. 2614. Once the
agencies), Government employees, number). Copies of this Final Rule may leave period is concluded, the employer

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Category		Regulatory Information
Collection		Federal Register
sudoc Class		AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106:
Publisher		Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration
Section		Rules and Regulations
Action		Final rule.
Dates		This rule is effective February 25, 2015.
Contact		Denise Brown, Enforcement Programs and Services, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, U.S. Department of Justice, 99 New York Avenue NE., Washington, DC 20226, telephone: (202) 648-7070.
FR Citation		80 FR 9987
CFR Associated		Authority Delegations (government Agencies); Government Employees; Organization and Functions (government Agencies); Privacy; Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements and Whistleblowing