83 FR 602 - Federal Travel Regulation; Transportation Network Companies (TNC), Innovative Mobility Technology Companies, and Reporting Travel, Transportation, and Relocation Costs
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 4 (Friday, January 5, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 602-605] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-28503] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 41 CFR Parts 300-3, 300-70, 301-10, 301-70, Appendix C to Chapter 301, Parts 302-1, 302-4, and 304-2 [FTR Amendment 2017-01; FTR Case 2017-301; Docket No. 2017-0004, Sequence 1] RIN 3090-AJ89 Federal Travel Regulation; Transportation Network Companies (TNC), Innovative Mobility Technology Companies, and Reporting Travel, Transportation, and Relocation Costs AGENCY: Office of Government-wide Policy (OGP), General Services Administration (GSA). ACTION: Direct final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: GSA is amending the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) by adding terms and definitions for ``innovative mobility technology company'', ``taxi'', and ``transportation network company (TNC)'', and designating ``innovative mobility technology company'' and ``TNC'' as forms of special conveyances. In addition, this direct final rule adds a due date by which agencies must report travel, transportation, and relocation costs and data to GSA. These actions are required by the Modernizing Government Travel Act. DATES: This rule is effective on February 20, 2018 without further notice, unless GSA receives adverse comments by February 5, 2018. GSA will consider whether these comments are significant enough to publish a timely withdrawal in the Federal Register informing the public that this direct final rule will not take effect. Please see SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION for more information on significant adverse comments. ADDRESSES: Submit comments identified by FTR Case 2017-301 by any of the following methods:Regulations.gov: http://www.regulations.gov. Submit comments via the Federal eRulemaking portal by entering ``FTR Case 2017-301'' under the heading ``Enter Keyword or ID'' and selecting ``Search''. Select the link ``Submit a Comment'' that corresponds with ``FTR Case 2017-301'' and follow the instructions provided on the screen. Please include your name, company name (if any), and ``FTR Case 2017-301'' on your attached document. Mail: General Services Administration, Regulatory Secretariat Division (MVCB), Attn: Lois Mandell, 1800 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20405. Instructions: Please submit comments only and cite ``FTR Case 2017- 301'' in all correspondence related to this case. All comments received will be posted without change to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal and/or business confidential information provided. To confirm receipt of your comment(s), please check www.regulations.gov approximately two to three days after submission to verify posting (except allow 30 days for posting of comments submitted by mail). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For clarification of content, contact Mr. Cy Greenidge, Program Analyst, Office of Government-wide Policy, at 202-219-2349 or cy.greenidge@gsa.gov. For more information pertaining to status or publication schedules, contact the Regulatory Secretariat (MVCB), 1800 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20405, 202-501-4755. Please cite FTR Case 2017-301. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: A. Public Participation GSA is publishing this direct final rule without a prior proposed rule because this is a noncontroversial action required by statute, and GSA anticipates no significant adverse comments. A significant adverse comment is defined as one where the comment explains why the rule would be inappropriate, including challenges to the rule's underlying premise or approach, or would be ineffective or unacceptable without a change. In determining whether a significant adverse comment is sufficient to terminate a direct final rulemaking, GSA will consider whether the comment raises an issue serious enough to warrant a substantive response in a notice-and-comment process. GSA notes that comments that are frivolous, insubstantial, or outside the scope of the rule would not be considered adverse under this procedure. A comment recommending a rule change in addition to the rule would not be considered a significant adverse comment, unless the comment states why the rule would be ineffective without the additional [[Page 603]] change. In addition, if a significant adverse comment applies to part of a rule and that part can be severed from the remainder of the rule (e.g., where a rule deletes several unrelated regulations), GSA may adopt as final those parts of the rule that are not the subject of a significant adverse comment. For further information about commenting on this rule, please see the ADDRESSES section of this document. B. Authority for This Rulemaking With the passage of Public Law (Pub. L.) 115-34, the Modernizing Government Travel Act (May 16, 2017), the Administrator of General Services was mandated to prescribe regulations to provide for reimbursement for the use of a TNC or innovative mobility technology company by Federal employees traveling on official business under title 5, chapter 57, subchapter I of the United States Code. In addition, Public Law 115-34 establishes a due date by which all Federal agencies must report travel, transportation, and relocation costs and data to the Administrator of General Services. C. Background In recent years, a new kind of transportation service provider, known as TNCs, have begun operating across the United States and the world. TNCs connect paying passengers with drivers for hire via websites and mobile applications (``apps''). TNCs are a form of special conveyance under the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR), and when permissible under local laws and ordinances, may be an efficient and cost-effective alternative to taxis or rental cars. D. Discussion of Changes and Expected Impact of This Rule As a result of Public Law 115-34, this direct final rule amends the FTR by defining the terms ``innovative mobility technology company'' and ``TNC'' and listing them as special conveyances. This direct final rule also defines the word ``taxi'' and will treat ``taxi'' and ``TNC'' as synonymous in that both are used to transport passengers for hire. These changes will explicitly authorize Federal agencies to reimburse employees for use of TNCs and innovative mobility technology companies while on official travel. The changes from this final direct rule will bring the Federal Travel Regulation more in line with modern transportation service trends and practices. Additionally, this direct final rule adds the statutory due date for agency reporting of travel, transportation, and relocation costs and data to GSA. GSA will consolidate this data and report an analysis of it to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and Congress. GSA will work with stakeholders to evaluate this data and the travel programs to shape future policy decisions. These decisions may incorporate new technologies to enable efficient travel by Federal employees. Finally, all data submitted to GSA based upon changes in this direct final rule will be transparent, published, and available for public use along with the summarized data that is delivered to OMB and Congress. E. Executive Orders 12866 and 13563 Executive Orders (E.O.s) 12866 and 13563 direct agencies to assess all costs and benefits of available regulatory alternatives, and if regulation is necessary, to select regulatory approaches that maximize net benefits (including potential economic, environmental, public health and safety effects, distributive impacts, and equity). E.O. 13563 emphasizes the importance of quantifying both costs and benefits, of reducing costs, of harmonizing rules, and of promoting flexibility. This direct final rule is a significant regulatory action and is subject to review by OIRA under section 6(b) of Executive Order 12866. GSA has further determined that this direct final rule is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804. F. Executive Order 13771 This final rule is not subject to the requirements of E.O. 13771 (82 FR 9339, February 3, 2017) because it is related to agency organization, management, or personnel. G. Regulatory Flexibility Act This direct final rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities within the meaning of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601, et seq. This direct final rule is also exempt from the Administrative Procedure Act pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(a)(2) because this direct final rule involves matters relating to agency management or personnel. H. Paperwork Reduction Act The Paperwork Reduction Act does not apply because the changes to the FTR do not impose recordkeeping or information collection requirements, or the collection of information from offerors, contractors, or members of the public that require the approval of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under 44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq. I. Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act This direct final rule is also exempt from Congressional review prescribed under 5 U.S.C. 801. This direct final rule is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804. List of Subjects 41 CFR Part 300-3 Government employees, Travel and transportation expenses. 41 CFR Part 300-70 Government employees, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Travel and transportation expenses. 41 CFR Part 301-10 Common carriers, Government employees, Government property, Travel and transportation expenses. 41 CFR Part 301-70 Administrative practice and procedure, Government employees, Individuals with disabilities, Travel and transportation expenses. 41 CFR Appendix C to Chapter 301 Government employees, Travel and transportation expenses. 41 CFR Parts 302-1, 302-4, and 304-2 Government employees, Travel and transportation expenses. Dated: December 22, 2017. Emily W. Murphy, Administrator. For the reasons set forth in the preamble, GSA amends 41 CFR parts 300-3, 300-70, 301-10, 301-70, Appendix C to Chapter 301, parts 302-1, 302-4, and 304-2 as set forth below: PART 300-3--GLOSSARY OF TERMS 0 1. The authority citation for part 300-3 continues to read as follows: Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c); 49 U.S.C. 40118; 5 U.S.C. 5738; 5 U.S.C. 5741-5742; 20 U.S.C. 905(a); 31 U.S.C. 1353; E.O. 11609, as amended, 3 CFR, 1971-1975 Comp., p. 586, Office of Management and Budget Circular No. A-126, Revised May 22, 1992. 0 2. Amend Sec. 300-3.1 by adding, in alphabetical order, the definitions ``Innovative mobility technology company'', ``Taxi'', and ``Transportation network company (TNC)''. The additions read as follows: Sec. 300-3.1 What do the following terms mean? * * * * * Innovative mobility technology company--An organization, including a [[Page 604]] corporation, limited liability company, partnership, sole proprietorship, or any other entity, that applies technology to expand and enhance available transportation choices, better manages demand for transportation services, or provides alternatives to driving alone. Note to definition of ``Innovative mobility technology company'': Certain jurisdictions may have limits or prohibit the operation or use of innovative mobility technology companies. Federal employees are expected to follow all laws, including those related to innovative mobility technology companies, as well as choose the most cost effective level of service. * * * * * Taxi--A hired car that carries passengers to a destination for a fare based upon the distance traveled, time spent in the vehicle, other metric, or a flat rate to and from one point to another (e.g., a flat rate from downtown to a common carrier terminal). * * * * * Transportation network company (TNC)--A corporation, partnership, sole proprietorship, or other entity, that uses a digital network to connect riders to drivers affiliated with the entity in order for the driver to transport the rider using a vehicle owned, leased, or otherwise authorized for use by the driver to a point chosen by the rider; and does not include a shared-expense carpool or vanpool arrangement that is not intended to generate profit for the driver. Note: Certain jurisdictions may have limits or prohibit the operation or use of TNCs. Federal employees are expected to follow all laws, including those related to TNCs, as well as choose the most cost effective level of service. * * * * * PART 300-70--AGENCY REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 0 3. The authority citation for part 300-70 continues to read as follows: Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 5 U.S.C. 5738; 5 U.S.C. 5741-5742; 20 U.S.C. 905(a); 31 U.S.C. 1353; 40 U.S.C. 121(c); 49 U.S.C. 40118; E.O. 11609, as amended, 3 CFR, 1971-1975 Comp., p. 586. 0 4. Amend part 300-70 by revising the heading of Subpart A to read as follows: Subpart A--Requirement To Report Agency Payments for Employee Travel, Transportation, and Relocation 0 5. Amend Sec. 300-70.1 by revising the section heading and the introductory text to read as follows: Sec. 300-70.1 What are the requirements for reporting payments for employee travel, transportation, and relocation? Agencies (as defined in Sec. 301-1.1 of this subtitle) must report total travel and transportation payments, including relocation, no later than November 30 of each year to GSA, as described in this part: * * * * * 0 6. Revise Sec. 300-70.2 through Sec. 300-70.4 to read as follows: Sec. 300-70.2 What information must we report? Information on agency reporting requirements is available at www.gsa.gov/trip. Sec. 300-70.3 When must we report pertinent travel, transportation, and relocation data? All travel, transportation, and relocation data are due by the date prescribed in Sec. 300-70.1. The head of your agency is responsible for ensuring this data is complete and accurate before submitting it to GSA. Sec. 300-70.4 Must we report travel, transportation, and relocation data if we have major suborganizations? Your report must cover all components of your agency. PART 301-10--TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES 0 7. The authority citation for part 301-10 is revised to read as follows: Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707, 40 U.S.C. 121(c); 49 U.S.C. 40118; Office of Management and Budget Circular No. A-126, ``Improving the Management and Use of Government Aircraft.'' Revised May 22, 1992. Sec. 301-10.3 [Amended] 0 8. Amend Sec. 301-10.3 by removing from paragraph (d) ``taxi'' and adding ``taxi, TNC, innovative mobility technology company,'' in its place. 0 9. Revise Sec. 301-10.308 to read as follows: Sec. 301-10.308 What will I be reimbursed if I park my POV at a common carrier terminal while I am away from my official station? Your agency may reimburse your parking fee as an allowable transportation expense not to exceed the cost of one of the following to/from the terminal as determined by your agency: (a) The cost of a taxi. (b) The cost of a TNC fare. (c) The cost of using an innovative mobility technology company. Sec. 301-10.400 [Amended] 0 10. Amend Sec. 301-10.400 by removing from paragraph (a) ``Taxicabs'' and adding ``Taxis, TNCs, or innovative mobility technology companies'' in its place. 0 11. Revise the undesignated center heading that appears immediately before Sec. 301-10.420 to read as follows: Taxis, TNCs, Innovative Mobility Technology Companies, Shuttle Services, or Other Courtesy Transportation 0 12. Amend Sec. 301-10.420 by-- 0 a. Revising the section heading; 0 b. Removing from the introductory text of paragraph (a) ``taxi,'' and adding ``taxi, TNC, innovative mobility technology company,'' in its place; and 0 c. Removing from the introductory text of paragraph (c) ``taxicabs'' and adding ``taxis, TNCs, or innovative mobility technology companies'' in its place. The revision reads as follows: Sec. 301-10.420 When may I use a taxi, TNC, innovative mobility technology company, shuttle service or other courtesy transportation? * * * * * 0 13. Amend Sec. 301-10.421 by revising the section heading to read as follows: Sec. 301-10.421 How much will my agency reimburse me for a tip to a taxi, TNC, innovative mobility technology company, shuttle service, courtesy transportation driver, or valet parking attendant? * * * * * PART 301-70--INTERNAL POLICY AND PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS 0 14. The authority citation for part 301-70 is revised to read as follows: Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c); Sec. 2, Pub. L. 105- 264, 112 Stat. 2350 (5 U.S.C. 5701, note); OMB Circular No. A-126, revised May 22, 1992; OMB Circular No. A-123, Appendix B, revised January 15, 2009. Sec. 301-70.102 [Amended] 0 15. Amend Sec. 301-70.102 by removing from paragraph (f) ``commercially rented vehicles'' and adding ``taxis, TNCs, innovative mobility technology companies, or commercially rented vehicles'' in its place. Appendix C to Chapter 301 [Amended] 0 16. Amend Appendix C to Chapter 301 by-- 0 a. Removing from the second table, under the heading ``Commercial Transportation Information'', in the second column under the heading ``Data elements'', in the last entry, the word ``Taxi,'' and adding ``Taxi, TNC, Innovative mobility technology company,'' in its place. 0 b. Removing from the third table, under the heading ``Travel Expense Information'', in the second column [[Page 605]] under the heading ``Data Elements'', the words ``Car rental, Taxis, Other'' and adding ``Car rental, Taxi, TNC, Innovative mobility technology company, Other'' in its place. PART 302-1--GENERAL RULES 0 17. The authority citation for part 302-1 continues to read as follows: Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5738; 20 U.S.C. 905(a). Sec. 302-1.102 [Removed] 0 18. Remove Sec. 302-1.102. PART 302-4--ALLOWANCES FOR SUBSISTENCE AND TRANSPORTATION 0 19. The authority citation for part 302-4 continues to read as follows: Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5738; 20 U.S.C. 905(a); E.O. 11609, 36 FR 13747, 3 CFR, 1971-1973 Comp., p. 586. Sec. 302-4.302 [Amended] 0 20. Amend Sec. 302-4.302, by removing from paragraph (b), ``taxicab fares'' and adding ``taxi or TNC fares, or the cost of utilizing an innovative mobility technology company,'' in its place. PART 304-2--DEFINITIONS 0 21. The authority citation for part 304-2 continues to read as follows: Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353. Sec. 304-2.1 [Amended] 0 22. Amend Sec. 304-2.1, in the definition ``Travel, subsistence, and related expenses (travel expenses)'', in the first sentence, by removing ``taxi fares'' and adding ``taxi or TNC fares, or the cost of utilizing an innovative mobility technology company,'' in its place. [FR Doc. 2017-28503 Filed 1-4-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6820-14-P
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this type of device, line listings of the 41 CFR Parts 300–3, 300–70, 301–10, All comments received will be posted
study data must be provided. 301–70, Appendix C to Chapter 301, without change to http://
(i) Performance bench testing must Parts 302–1, 302–4, and 304–2 www.regulations.gov, including any
demonstrate appropriate perirectal [FTR Amendment 2017–01; FTR Case 2017– personal and/or business confidential
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demonstrate that therapeutic radiation Federal Travel Regulation; approximately two to three days after
levels do not alter the performance of Transportation Network Companies submission to verify posting (except
the device. (TNC), Innovative Mobility Technology allow 30 days for posting of comments
(iii) Performance in vivo testing must Companies, and Reporting Travel, submitted by mail).
demonstrate appropriate deployment of Transportation, and Relocation Costs FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For
spacer as indicated in the accompanying clarification of content, contact Mr. Cy
labeling, and demonstrate appropriate AGENCY: Office of Government-wide Greenidge, Program Analyst, Office of
expansion and absorption Policy (OGP), General Services Government-wide Policy, at 202–219–
characteristics in a clinically relevant Administration (GSA). 2349 or cy.greenidge@gsa.gov. For more
environment. ACTION: Direct final rule; request for information pertaining to status or
(iv) Clinical study must demonstrate comments. publication schedules, contact the
appropriate spacer stability and lack of Regulatory Secretariat (MVCB), 1800 F
migration for the entire course of SUMMARY: GSA is amending the Federal Street NW, Washington, DC 20405, 202–
radiotherapy, complete absorption, and Travel Regulation (FTR) by adding 501–4755. Please cite FTR Case 2017–
lack of long term toxicity. terms and definitions for ‘‘innovative 301.
(v) Sterility testing must demonstrate mobility technology company’’, ‘‘taxi’’,
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
the sterility of the device and the effects and ‘‘transportation network company
of the sterilization process on the (TNC)’’, and designating ‘‘innovative A. Public Participation
physical characteristics of the spacer. mobility technology company’’ and GSA is publishing this direct final
(vi) Shelf-life testing must ‘‘TNC’’ as forms of special conveyances. rule without a prior proposed rule
demonstrate the stability of the physical In addition, this direct final rule adds a because this is a noncontroversial action
characteristics of the spacer throughout due date by which agencies must report required by statute, and GSA anticipates
the shelf-life as indicated in the travel, transportation, and relocation no significant adverse comments.
accompanying labeling. costs and data to GSA. These actions are A significant adverse comment is
(vii) The device must be demonstrated required by the Modernizing defined as one where the comment
to be biocompatible. Government Travel Act. explains why the rule would be
(2) The risk management activities DATES: This rule is effective on February inappropriate, including challenges to
performed as part of the manufacturer’s 20, 2018 without further notice, unless the rule’s underlying premise or
§ 820.30 design controls must document GSA receives adverse comments by approach, or would be ineffective or
an appropriate end user initial training February 5, 2018. unacceptable without a change. In
program which will be offered as part of GSA will consider whether these determining whether a significant
efforts to mitigate the risk of failure to comments are significant enough to adverse comment is sufficient to
correctly operate the device, including, publish a timely withdrawal in the terminate a direct final rulemaking, GSA
but not limited to, documentation of an Federal Register informing the public will consider whether the comment
appropriate end user initial training that this direct final rule will not take raises an issue serious enough to
program on the proper spacer effect. Please see SUPPLEMENTARY warrant a substantive response in a
deployment technique. INFORMATION for more information on notice-and-comment process. GSA notes
(3) The device labeling must include significant adverse comments. that comments that are frivolous,
the following: ADDRESSES: Submit comments insubstantial, or outside the scope of the
(i) A detailed summary of reported or identified by FTR Case 2017–301 by any rule would not be considered adverse
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observed complications related to the of the following methods: under this procedure. A comment
use of the device; • Regulations.gov: http:// recommending a rule change in addition
(ii) Appropriate warnings; www.regulations.gov. Submit comments to the rule would not be considered a
(iii) Detailed instructions for system via the Federal eRulemaking portal by significant adverse comment, unless the
preparations and detailed implant entering ‘‘FTR Case 2017–301’’ under comment states why the rule would be
procedure instructions; and the heading ‘‘Enter Keyword or ID’’ and ineffective without the additional
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corporation, limited liability company, § 300–70.1 What are the requirements for mobility technology companies’’ in its
partnership, sole proprietorship, or any reporting payments for employee travel, place.
other entity, that applies technology to transportation, and relocation?
■ 11. Revise the undesignated center
expand and enhance available Agencies (as defined in § 301–1.1 of heading that appears immediately
transportation choices, better manages this subtitle) must report total travel and before § 301–10.420 to read as follows:
demand for transportation services, or transportation payments, including Taxis, TNCs, Innovative Mobility
provides alternatives to driving alone. relocation, no later than November 30 of Technology Companies, Shuttle
each year to GSA, as described in this Services, or Other Courtesy
Note to definition of ‘‘Innovative
part: Transportation
mobility technology company’’: Certain
jurisdictions may have limits or prohibit the * * * * * ■ 12. Amend § 301–10.420 by—
operation or use of innovative mobility ■ 6. Revise § 300–70.2 through § 300– ■ a. Revising the section heading;
technology companies. Federal employees 70.4 to read as follows: ■ b. Removing from the introductory
are expected to follow all laws, including text of paragraph (a) ‘‘taxi,’’ and adding
§ 300–70.2 What information must we ‘‘taxi, TNC, innovative mobility
those related to innovative mobility
report? technology company,’’ in its place; and
technology companies, as well as choose the
most cost effective level of service. Information on agency reporting ■ c. Removing from the introductory
requirements is available at text of paragraph (c) ‘‘taxicabs’’ and
* * * * * www.gsa.gov/trip. adding ‘‘taxis, TNCs, or innovative
Taxi—A hired car that carries mobility technology companies’’ in its
§ 300–70.3 When must we report pertinent
passengers to a destination for a fare travel, transportation, and relocation data?
place.
based upon the distance traveled, time The revision reads as follows:
All travel, transportation, and
spent in the vehicle, other metric, or a relocation data are due by the date § 301–10.420 When may I use a taxi, TNC,
flat rate to and from one point to prescribed in § 300–70.1. The head of innovative mobility technology company,
another (e.g., a flat rate from downtown your agency is responsible for ensuring shuttle service or other courtesy
to a common carrier terminal). this data is complete and accurate transportation?
* * * * * before submitting it to GSA. * * * * *
Transportation network company ■ 13. Amend § 301–10.421 by revising
§ 300–70.4 Must we report travel, the section heading to read as follows:
(TNC)—A corporation, partnership, sole transportation, and relocation data if we
proprietorship, or other entity, that uses have major suborganizations? § 301–10.421 How much will my agency
a digital network to connect riders to Your report must cover all reimburse me for a tip to a taxi, TNC,
drivers affiliated with the entity in order components of your agency. innovative mobility technology company,
for the driver to transport the rider using shuttle service, courtesy transportation
a vehicle owned, leased, or otherwise PART 301–10—TRANSPORTATION driver, or valet parking attendant?
authorized for use by the driver to a EXPENSES * * * * *
point chosen by the rider; and does not
include a shared-expense carpool or ■ 7. The authority citation for part 301– PART 301–70—INTERNAL POLICY
vanpool arrangement that is not 10 is revised to read as follows: AND PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS
intended to generate profit for the Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707, 40 U.S.C. 121(c);
driver. Note: Certain jurisdictions may 49 U.S.C. 40118; Office of Management and
■ 14. The authority citation for part
have limits or prohibit the operation or Budget Circular No. A–126, ‘‘Improving the 301–70 is revised to read as follows:
use of TNCs. Federal employees are Management and Use of Government Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c);
expected to follow all laws, including Aircraft.’’ Revised May 22, 1992. Sec. 2, Pub. L. 105–264, 112 Stat. 2350 (5
those related to TNCs, as well as choose U.S.C. 5701, note); OMB Circular No. A–126,
§ 301–10.3 [Amended] revised May 22, 1992; OMB Circular No. A–
the most cost effective level of service.
■ 8. Amend § 301–10.3 by removing 123, Appendix B, revised January 15, 2009.
* * * * * from paragraph (d) ‘‘taxi’’ and adding § 301–70.102 [Amended]
‘‘taxi, TNC, innovative mobility
PART 300–70—AGENCY REPORTING ■ 15. Amend § 301–70.102 by removing
technology company,’’ in its place.
REQUIREMENTS from paragraph (f) ‘‘commercially rented
■ 9. Revise § 301–10.308 to read as
vehicles’’ and adding ‘‘taxis, TNCs,
■ 3. The authority citation for part 300– follows:
innovative mobility technology
70 continues to read as follows: § 301–10.308 What will I be reimbursed if companies, or commercially rented
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 5 U.S.C. 5738; 5 I park my POV at a common carrier terminal vehicles’’ in its place.
U.S.C. 5741–5742; 20 U.S.C. 905(a); 31 U.S.C. while I am away from my official station?
Appendix C to Chapter 301 [Amended]
1353; 40 U.S.C. 121(c); 49 U.S.C. 40118; E.O. Your agency may reimburse your
11609, as amended, 3 CFR, 1971–1975 parking fee as an allowable ■ 16. Amend Appendix C to Chapter
Comp., p. 586. transportation expense not to exceed the 301 by—
cost of one of the following to/from the ■ a. Removing from the second table,
■ 4. Amend part 300–70 by revising the terminal as determined by your agency: under the heading ‘‘Commercial
heading of Subpart A to read as follows: (a) The cost of a taxi. Transportation Information’’, in the
(b) The cost of a TNC fare. second column under the heading ‘‘Data
Subpart A—Requirement To Report
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(c) The cost of using an innovative elements’’, in the last entry, the word
Agency Payments for Employee mobility technology company. ‘‘Taxi,’’ and adding ‘‘Taxi, TNC,
Travel, Transportation, and Relocation Innovative mobility technology
§ 301–10.400 [Amended]
company,’’ in its place.
■ 5. Amend § 300–70.1 by revising the ■ 10. Amend § 301–10.400 by removing ■ b. Removing from the third table,
section heading and the introductory from paragraph (a) ‘‘Taxicabs’’ and under the heading ‘‘Travel Expense
text to read as follows: adding ‘‘Taxis, TNCs, or innovative Information’’, in the second column
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under the heading ‘‘Data Elements’’, the fees collected from motor carriers, motor K. Privacy Impact Assessment
words ‘‘Car rental, Taxis, Other’’ and private carriers of property, brokers, L. E.O. 12372 (Intergovernmental Review)
adding ‘‘Car rental, Taxi, TNC, freight forwarders, and leasing M. E.O. 13211 (Energy Supply,
Distribution, or Use)
Innovative mobility technology companies for the Unified Carrier N. E.O. 13175 (Indian Tribal Governments)
company, Other’’ in its place. Registration (UCR) Plan and Agreement O. National Technology Transfer and
for the registration years 2018, 2019 and Advancement Act (Technical Standards)
PART 302–1—GENERAL RULES subsequent years. For the 2018 P. Environment (National Environmental
registration year, the fees will be Policy Act, Clean Air Act, Environmental
■ 17. The authority citation for part reduced below the current level by Justice)
302–1 continues to read as follows: approximately 9.10% to ensure that fee I. Rulemaking Documents
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5738; 20 U.S.C. 905(a). revenues do not exceed the statutory
maximum, and to account for the excess A. Availability of Rulemaking
§ 302–1.102 [Removed] Documents
funds held in the depository. For the
■ 18. Remove § 302–1.102. 2019 registration year and subsequent For access to docket FMCSA–2017–
years, the fees will be reduced below the 0118 to read background documents, go
PART 302–4—ALLOWANCES FOR current level by approximately 4.55% to to https://www.regulations.gov at any
SUBSISTENCE AND ensure the fee revenues in that and time, or to Docket Services at U.S.
TRANSPORTATION future years do not exceed the statutory Department of Transportation, Room
maximum. W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
■ 19. The authority citation for part
DATES: This final rule is effective Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m.
302–4 continues to read as follows:
January 5, 2018. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5738; 20 U.S.C. 905(a);
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. except Federal holidays.
E.O. 11609, 36 FR 13747, 3 CFR, 1971–1973
Comp., p. 586. Gerald Folsom, Office of Registration
B. Privacy Act
and Safety Information, Federal Motor
§ 302–4.302 [Amended] Carrier Safety Administration, 1200 In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c),
New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC the U.S. Department of Transportation
■ 20. Amend § 302–4.302, by removing (DOT) solicits comments from the
from paragraph (b), ‘‘taxicab fares’’ and 20590–0001 or by telephone at 202–
385–2405. public to better inform its rulemaking
adding ‘‘taxi or TNC fares, or the cost of process. DOT posts any comments,
utilizing an innovative mobility SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
This Final Rule is organized as without edit, including any personal
technology company,’’ in its place. information the commenter provides, to
follows:
PART 304–2—DEFINITIONS www.regulations.gov, as described in
I. Rulemaking Documents
A. Availability of Rulemaking Documents
the system of records notice (DOT/ALL–
■ 21. The authority citation for part B. Privacy Act 14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at
304–2 continues to read as follows: II. Abbreviations and Acronyms https://www.transportation.gov/privacy.
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353. III. Executive Summary II. Abbreviations and Acronyms
A. Purpose and Summary of the Major
§ 304–2.1 [Amended] Provisions The following is a list of abbreviations
B. Benefits and Costs used in this document
■ 22. Amend § 304–2.1, in the definition IV. Legal Basis for the Rulemaking
‘‘Travel, subsistence, and related Board Unified Carrier Registration Board of
V. Statutory Requirements for UCR Fees
Directors
expenses (travel expenses)’’, in the first A. Legislative History
CAA Clean Air Act
sentence, by removing ‘‘taxi fares’’ and B. Fee Requirements
CE Categorical Exclusion
adding ‘‘taxi or TNC fares, or the cost of VI. Background
FMCSA Federal Motor Carrier Safety
utilizing an innovative mobility Recommendation From the UCR Plan
Administration
VII. Discussion of the Comments
technology company,’’ in its place. A. Small Business in Transportation
OMB Office of Management and Budget
[FR Doc. 2017–28503 Filed 1–4–18; 8:45 am] OOIDA Owner-Operator Independent
Coalition
Drivers Association
BILLING CODE 6820–14–P B. Revenue Entitlement for the State of
PRA Paperwork Reduction Act
Texas
C. Change Design of Fee Structure RFA Regulatory Flexibility Act
D. Other Concerns SBA Small Business Administration
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VIII. International Impacts SBREFA Small Business Regulatory
IX. Section-by-Section Analysis Enforcement Fairness Act
Federal Motor Carrier Safety X. Regulatory Analyses SBTC Small Business in Transportation
Administration A. Executive Order (E.O.) 12866 Coalition
(Regulatory Planning and Review), E.O. SSRS Single State Registration System
13563 (Improving Regulation and Texas DMV Texas Department of Motor
49 CFR Part 367
Regulatory Review), and DOT Regulatory Vehicles
[Docket No. FMCSA–2017–0118] Policies and Procedures UCR Unified Carrier Registration
B. E.O. 13771 Reducing Regulation and UCR Agreement Unified Carrier
RIN 2126–AC03 Controlling Costs Registration Agreement
C. Regulatory Flexibility Act (Small UCR Plan Unified Carrier Registration Plan.
Fees for the Unified Carrier Entities)
Registration Plan and Agreement III. Executive Summary
D. Assistance for Small Entities
daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with RULES
AGENCY: Federal Motor Carrier Safety
E. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 A. Purpose and Summary of the Major
F. Paperwork Reduction Act (Collection of Provisions
Administration (FMCSA), DOT. Information)
ACTION: Final rule. G. E.O. 13132 (Federalism) The UCR Plan and the 41 States
H. E.O. 12988 (Civil Justice Reform) participating in the UCR Agreement
SUMMARY: This rule establishes I. E.O. 13045 (Protection of Children) establish and collect fees from motor
reductions in the annual registration J. E.O. 12630 (Taking of Private Property) carriers, motor private carriers of
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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 | Direct final rule; request for comments. | |
| Dates | This rule is effective on February 20, 2018 without further notice, unless GSA receives adverse comments by February 5, 2018. | |
| Contact | For clarification of content, contact Mr. Cy Greenidge, Program Analyst, Office of Government-wide Policy, at 202-219-2349 or [email protected] For more information pertaining to status or publication schedules, contact the Regulatory Secretariat (MVCB), 1800 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20405, 202-501-4755. Please cite FTR Case 2017-301. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 602 | |
| RIN Number | 3090-AJ89 | |
| CFR Citation | 41
CFR
300-3 41 CFR 300-70 41 CFR 301-10 41 CFR 301-70 | |
| CFR Associated | Government Employees; Travel and Transportation Expenses; Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements; Common Carriers; Government Property; Administrative Practice and Procedure and Individuals with Disabilities |
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