AFI33-320 — Federal Register

AFI33-320 governs Air Force Federal Register activities, including identifying and submitting rules and notices and distributing Federal Register materials.

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  • Publication number: AFI33-320
  • Title: FEDERAL REGISTER
  • Date: 2019-07-30

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AFI33-320 covers Federal Register and Code of Federal Regulations accessibility, public-comment criteria, exemptions, and liaison duties. It requires certifications, regulatory reviews, Congressional Review Act submissions, and coordination with the Office of the Federal Register.

Applies to: This Instruction applies to all civilian employees, contractors and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard.

Topics covered

  • Federal Register submissions
  • Public-comment publication criteria
  • Federal Register exemptions
  • Regulatory Identifier Numbers
  • Congressional Review Act submissions
  • Federal Register accessibility

Questions and answers

Where can the Federal Register and Code of Federal Regulations be accessed?

The Federal Register (FR) and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) are accessible and free, online through the Government Publishing Office Access Service at www.gpo.gov/fdsys. (paragraph 2-01)

Who provides advice on publishing Air Force rules and notices in the Federal Register?

Provides advice and guidance to AF personnel on publishing rules and notices in the FR. (paragraph 2-01)

What does the Air Force Federal Register Liaison Officer prepare for new and revised rules?

Prepares “Submission of Federal Rules under the Congressional Review Act” for new and revised rules and submit to both Houses of Congress and the General Accounting Office in accordance with Title 5 USC § 801. (paragraph 2-01)

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