Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

The Office of the Secretary of Defense proposes to alter a system of records, DWHS E04, entitled ``Privacy Act Case Files'' in its inventory of record systems subject to the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended. Information is being collected and maintained for the purpose of processing Privacy Act requests and administrative appeals; for participating in litigation regarding agency action on such requests and appeals; and for assisting the Department of Defense in carrying out any other responsibilities under the Privacy Act of 1974, as amended.