82 FR 35768 - Final Waiver and Extension of the Project Period for the Native American Career and Technical Education Program
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 146 (August 1, 2017)
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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 146 (Tuesday, August 1, 2017)] [Notices] [Pages 35768-35770] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-16182] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Final Waiver and Extension of the Project Period for the Native American Career and Technical Education Program [Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) Number: 84.101A] AGENCY: Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education, Department of Education. ACTION: Final waiver and extension of the project period. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: For the 24-month projects originally funded in fiscal year (FY) 2013 and extended for an additional 24-months in FY 2015 under the Native American Career and Technical Education Program (NACTEP), the Secretary: Waives the requirements in Education Department regulations that generally prohibit project extensions involving the obligation of additional Federal funds; and extends the project period for the current 30 NACTEP grantees for an additional 12 months under the existing program authority. This waiver and extension will allow the 30 current NACTEP grantees to seek FY 2017 continuation awards for the project period through FY 2018. DATES: As of August 1, 2017, the waiver and extension of the project period are finalized. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gwen Washington by telephone at (202) 245-7790 or by email at [email protected]. You may also contact Linda Mayo by telephone at (202) 245-7792 or by email at [email protected]. If you use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) or a text telephone (TTY), call the Federal Relay Service, toll free, at 1-800-877-8339. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On April 26, 2017, we published a notice in the Federal Register (82 FR 19240) proposing to waive the requirements of 34 CFR 75.261(a) and (c)(2) that generally prohibit project period extensions involving the obligation of additional Federal funds. In that notice, the Secretary also proposed to extend the NACTEP project period for up to an additional 12 months. The proposed waiver and extension of project period would enable the Secretary to provide continuation awards to the current NACTEP grantees through FY 2018 under the existing program authority. That notice contained background information and our reasons for proposing the waiver and extension of the project period. This notice makes the waiver and extension of the project period final. Any activities carried out during the period of a NACTEP continuation award must be consistent with, or a logical extension of, the scope, goals, and objectives of the grantee's application as approved in the FY 2013 NACTEP competition. The requirements applicable to continuation awards for this competition set forth in the 2013 notice inviting applications and the requirements in 34 CFR 75.253 will apply to any continuation awards sought by the current NACTEP grantees. We will make decisions regarding the continuation awards based on grantee program narratives, budgets and budget narratives, program performance reports, and the requirements in 34 CFR 75.253. We will not announce a new competition or make new awards in FY 2017. The final waiver and project period extension will not exempt the current NACTEP grantees from the appropriation account closing provisions of 31 U.S.C. 1552(a), nor will it extend the availability of funds previously awarded to current NACTEP grantees. As a result of 31 U.S.C. 1552(a), appropriations available for a limited period may be used for payment of valid obligations for only five years after the expiration of their period of availability for Federal obligation. After that time, the unexpended balance of those funds is canceled and returned to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and is unavailable for restoration for any purpose (31 U.S.C. 1552(b)). Public Comment: In response to our invitation in the proposed waiver and extension, we received 85 comments. [[Page 35769]] Generally, we do not address general comments that raise concerns not directly related to the proposed waiver and extension. There are no substantive differences between the proposed waiver and extension and the final waiver and extension. Analysis of Comments and Discussion Comments: All of the commenters expressed support for the proposed waiver and extension of the NACTEP project period, or the NACTEP in general. The commenters provided various reasons for their support. Several commenters stated that continuing the NACTEP projects will assist students in completing their Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and provide students with an opportunity to progress toward a fulfilling career. One commenter also indicated that the NACTEP has greatly assisted Tribal Colleges and Tribal communities, which directly benefit from educated students. Another commenter indicated that the NACTEP has empowered many Tribal members with a sense of hope and promise with regard to the reality that education is attainable, where there was very little opportunity prior to the presence of the NACTEP. One commenter stated that a continuation of the NACTEP for an additional 12 months enables a sound use of funds as these funds will support programs that are currently supporting Native American communities in need of CTE programs that improve community vitality and economic stability. The commenter also stated that a lapse of funds would create a set-back in the progress made by grantees, such as the relationship established with a local community college to provide in- demand training within Native American communities. Another commenter stated that the extension would allow their Tribe to focus on maintaining its current NACTEP-funded programs, while also capitalizing on the current momentum of service delivery through programs that are already in place and operational. We received many comments from NACTEP students who supported the proposed waiver and extension of the project period. Students indicated that the NACTEP helped them to achieve their educational goals, which included associate degrees and certificate programs. Numerous students noted how certificates and degrees earned with the NACTEP assistance had correlated to job promotions or better career prospects. Additionally, several of these students indicated that without the NACTEP assistance of educational supplies, child care, transportation, and other financial assistance, education would not have been attainable for them. Several students indicated that the direct assistance provided by the NACTEP resulted in students completing their CTE training. One student noted that he hoped the program could be extended so that he could obtain his certificate in leadership training. Another student indicated that the NACTEP has been the most useful part of the student's career due to its ``hands-on'' and practical nature. The student stated that the NACTEP benefits the individual, the business organization, and the community at large. We received several comments from current and former instructors who supported the proposed waiver and extension of the project period. Multiple instructors indicated that the NACTEP was positively impacting the community, as well as students. One commenter noted that the NACTEP assistance increased the cultural pride of students, which led to greater community involvement. Additionally, another commenter indicated that the NACTEP grants have enabled students to attain industry-recognized credentials and escape homelessness situations. Another commenter stated that systems are already in place for a smooth start-up, enrollment, and pathway for both new students and students who are in the middle of their certificate programs. Additionally, this commenter indicated that the NACTEP has helped to create leaders for the Tribe, who serve as role models in informed, effective, proactive, and supportive management, which has a rippling effect throughout the Tribal community. The commenter also indicated that because of the NACTEP, many students have experienced their first college classes, and are the first in their families to do so. Finally, some commenters noted the valuable services provided through the NACTEP to students and other community members. One commenter stated that a continuation would be the most rational approach for grantees. Another commenter stressed that Native Americans continue to face unemployment levels double that of the overall population and the NACTEP is focused on changing this. Discussion: We appreciate the support of the commenters and agree that extending the current NACTEP grant period will allow current NACTEP grantees to continue to work toward accomplishing the goals and objectives stated in their 2013 NACTEP grant applications, including providing specialized CTE training to Native American students. We agree that it is important that there not be a lapse in programming provided by NACTEP grantees to CTE students. Changes: None. Waiver of Delayed Effective Date The Administrative Procedure Act (APA) requires that a substantive rule must be published at least 30 days before its effective date, except as otherwise provided for good cause (5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3)). The Secretary has determined that a delayed effective date is unnecessary and contrary to the public interest. It is unnecessary because all of the 85 public comments we received in response to the proposed waiver and extension of project period supported our proposal, and we have not made any substantive changes to the proposal. It is contrary to the public interest because we would not be able to make timely continuation awards to the 30 current grantees with the delay. Therefore, the Secretary waives the APA's delayed effective date provision for good cause. Regulatory Flexibility Act Certification The Secretary certifies that the final waiver and extension and the activities required to support additional months of funding would not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. The small entities that would be affected by this final waiver and extension are the 30 currently funded NACTEP grantees and any other potential applicants. The extension of an existing project imposes minimal compliance costs, and the activities required to support the additional years of funding would not impose additional regulatory burdens or require unnecessary Federal supervision. Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 This notice of final waiver and extension contains information collection requirements approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under control number 1830-0542; this final waiver and extension does not cause any changes to the approved OMB information collection. Intergovernmental Review The NACTEP is not subject to Executive Order 12372 and regulations in 34 CFR part 79. Accessible Format: Individuals with disabilities can obtain this document in an accessible format (e.g., braille, large print, audiotape, or compact disc) on [[Page 35770]] request to the contact person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. Electronic Access to This Document: The official version of this document is the document published in the Federal Register. Free internet access to the official edition of the Federal Register and the Code of Federal Regulations is available via the Federal Digital System at: www.thefederalregister.org/fdsys. At this site, you can view this document, as well as all other documents of this Department published in the Federal Register, in text or Portable Document Format (PDF). To use PDF you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader, which is available free at this site. You may also access documents of the Department published in the Federal Register by using the article search feature at: www.federalregister.gov. Specifically, through the advanced search feature at this site, you can limit your search to documents published by the Department. Dated: July 27, 2017. Kim R. Ford, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Career, Technical, and Adult Education, delegated the duties of the Assistant Secretary for Career, Technical, and Adult Education. [FR Doc. 2017-16182 Filed 7-31-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4000-01-P
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The DoN’s lead action proponent is persons are encouraged to provide linda.mayo@ed.gov. If you use a
Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet. substantive comments to the DoN on telecommunications device for the deaf
Additional action proponents include environmental resources and issue areas (TDD) or a text telephone (TTY), call the
Naval Sea Systems Command, Naval Air of concern the commenter believes the Federal Relay Service, toll free, at 1–
Systems Command, and the Office of DoN should consider. 800–877–8339.
Naval Research. Comments must be postmarked or SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On April
The DoN’s Proposed Action is to received online by September 15, 2017, 26, 2017, we published a notice in the
conduct military training and testing for consideration during the Federal Register (82 FR 19240)
activities within the Study Area. development of the Draft Supplemental proposing to waive the requirements of
Activities include the use of active EIS/OEIS. Comments can be mailed to: 34 CFR 75.261(a) and (c)(2) that
sonar and explosives while employing Naval Facilities Engineering Command generally prohibit project period
appropriate marine species protective Pacific, Attention: MITT Supplemental extensions involving the obligation of
mitigation measures. The Proposed EIS/OEIS Project Manager, 258 additional Federal funds. In that notice,
Action does not alter the DoN’s original Makalapa Drive, Suite 100, Pearl the Secretary also proposed to extend
purpose and need as presented in the Harbor, HI, 96869–3134. Comments can the NACTEP project period for up to an
2015 MITT Final EIS/OEIS. be submitted online via the project Web additional 12 months. The proposed
The purpose of the Proposed Action site at http://mitt-eis.com/. waiver and extension of project period
is to maintain a ready force, which is Dated: July 20, 2017. would enable the Secretary to provide
needed to ensure the military can
A.M. Nichols, continuation awards to the current
accomplish its mission to maintain,
Lieutenant Commander, Judge Advocate NACTEP grantees through FY 2018
train, and equip combat-ready naval General’s Corps, U.S. Navy, Federal Register under the existing program authority.
forces capable of winning wars, Liaison Officer.
deterring aggression, and maintaining That notice contained background
freedom of the seas, consistent with
[FR Doc. 2017–15939 Filed 7–31–17; 8:45 am] information and our reasons for
Congressional direction in section 5062 BILLING CODE 3810–FF–P proposing the waiver and extension of
of Title 10 of the U.S. Code. A the project period. This notice makes
Supplemental EIS/OEIS is considered the waiver and extension of the project
the appropriate document, as there is DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION period final. Any activities carried out
recent scientific information including during the period of a NACTEP
Final Waiver and Extension of the continuation award must be consistent
revised acoustic criteria to consider, in
Project Period for the Native American with, or a logical extension of, the
furtherance of NEPA, relevant to the
Career and Technical Education scope, goals, and objectives of the
environmental effects of the DoN’s
Program grantee’s application as approved in the
Proposed Action, and the analysis will
support Marine Mammal Protection Act [Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance
FY 2013 NACTEP competition. The
authorization requests. (CFDA) Number: 84.101A] requirements applicable to continuation
Proposed training and testing awards for this competition set forth in
activities are generally consistent to AGENCY: Office of Career, Technical, and the 2013 notice inviting applications
those analyzed in the 2015 MITT Final Adult Education, Department of and the requirements in 34 CFR 75.253
EIS/OEIS. The Supplemental EIS/OEIS Education. will apply to any continuation awards
will propose changes to the tempo and ACTION: Final waiver and extension of sought by the current NACTEP grantees.
types of training and testing activities, the project period. We will make decisions regarding the
accounting for the introduction of new continuation awards based on grantee
technologies, the evolving nature of SUMMARY: For the 24-month projects program narratives, budgets and budget
international events, advances in war originally funded in fiscal year (FY) narratives, program performance
fighting doctrine and procedures, and 2013 and extended for an additional 24- reports, and the requirements in 34 CFR
changes in the organization of vessels, months in FY 2015 under the Native 75.253. We will not announce a new
aircraft, weapon systems, and military American Career and Technical competition or make new awards in FY
personnel. The MITT Supplemental Education Program (NACTEP), the 2017.
EIS/OEIS will reflect the compilation of Secretary: Waives the requirements in The final waiver and project period
training and testing activities required Education Department regulations that extension will not exempt the current
to fulfill the DoN’s military readiness generally prohibit project extensions NACTEP grantees from the
requirements beyond 2020, and involving the obligation of additional appropriation account closing
therefore includes the analysis of newly Federal funds; and extends the project provisions of 31 U.S.C. 1552(a), nor will
proposed activities and changes to period for the current 30 NACTEP it extend the availability of funds
previously analyzed activities. grantees for an additional 12 months previously awarded to current NACTEP
In the Supplemental EIS/OEIS, the under the existing program authority. grantees. As a result of 31 U.S.C.
DoN will evaluate the potential This waiver and extension will allow 1552(a), appropriations available for a
environmental impacts of a No Action the 30 current NACTEP grantees to seek limited period may be used for payment
Alternative and action alternatives. FY 2017 continuation awards for the of valid obligations for only five years
Resources to be evaluated include, but project period through FY 2018. after the expiration of their period of
are not limited to, marine mammals, sea DATES: As of August 1, 2017, the waiver availability for Federal obligation. After
turtles, essential fish habitat, and and extension of the project period are that time, the unexpended balance of
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identify public concerns and local Gwen Washington by telephone at (202) is unavailable for restoration for any
issues to be considered during the 245–7790 or by email at purpose (31 U.S.C. 1552(b)).
development of the Draft Supplemental gwen.washington@ed.gov. You may also Public Comment: In response to our
EIS/OEIS. Federal agencies, local contact Linda Mayo by telephone at invitation in the proposed waiver and
agencies, the public, and interested (202) 245–7792 or by email at extension, we received 85 comments.
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| Action | Final waiver and extension of the project period. | |
| Dates | As of August 1, 2017, the waiver and extension of the project period are finalized. | |
| Contact | Gwen Washington by telephone at (202) 245-7790 or by email at [email protected] You may also contact Linda Mayo by telephone at (202) 245-7792 or by email at [email protected] If you use a telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) or a text telephone (TTY), call the Federal Relay Service, toll free, at 1-800-877-8339. | |
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