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Justia Regulation Tracker Agencies And Commissions General Services Administration Federal Travel Regulation (FTR); FTR Case 2009-309, Premium Class Travel and Transportation Allowances, 55145-55151 [E9-25749]
Federal Travel Regulation (FTR); FTR Case 2009-309, Premium Class Travel and Transportation Allowances, 55145-55151 [E9-25749]
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E9–25728 Filed 10–26–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6560–50–P GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 41 CFR Parts 300–70, 301–2, 301–10, 301–13, 301–50, 301–70, 301–71, Appendix C to Chapter 301, 304–3, and 304–5 [FTR Amendment 2009–06; FTR Case 2009– 309; Docket Number 2009–0014, Sequence 1] RIN 3090–AI98 Federal Travel Regulation (FTR); FTR Case 2009–309, Premium Class Travel and Transportation Allowances pwalker on DSK8KYBLC1PROD with RULES AGENCY: Office of Governmentwide Policy, General Services Administration (GSA). ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: The General Services Administration (GSA) is amending the Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) by implementing recommendations contained in the September 2007, Government Accountability Office (GAO) report, ''Premium Class Travel: Internal Control Weaknesses Governmentwide Led to Improper and Abusive Use of Premium Class Travel'' (GAO–07–1268). This final rule strengthens the management and accountability measures related to the use of premium class transportation accommodations by Federal employees while on official business travel. VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:23 Oct 26, 2009 Jkt 220001 DATES: Effective date: This final rule is effective November 27, 2009. Applicability date: This final rule is applicable to travel performed on and after November 27, 2009. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: The Regulatory Secretariat (MVPR), Room 4041, GS Building, Washington, DC, 20405, (202) 501–4755, for information pertaining to status or publication schedules. For clarification of content, contact Mr. Rick Miller, Office of Governmentwide Policy, at (202) 501– 3822 or e-mail at rodney.miller@gsa.gov. Please cite FTR Amendment 2009–06; FTR case 2009–309. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: A. Background This final rule implements recommendations contained in the GAO report, ''Premium Class Travel: Internal Control Weaknesses Governmentwide Led to Improper and Abusive Use of Premium Class Travel'' (GAO–07–1268). In the report, GAO made five recommendations to GSA to improve management and oversight of premium class travel. One recommendation by GAO is that GSA establish an internal central oversight office for travel management with authority over agency travel policies and programs. GSA has created the Center for Policy Evaluation which works with Federal agencies to identify opportunities for Governmentwide improvements in travel and transportation. The other four recommendations are addressed in this final rule and should strengthen requirements related to the authorization and use of premium class transportation accommodations by requiring more extensive reporting on premium class travel, including business-class, for Temporary Duty travel (TDY) and Permanent Change of Station (PCS) relocations; requiring agencies to define what constitutes a rest period upon arrival; requiring agencies to develop and issue internal guidance that explains when mission criteria and the intent of that mission call for premium class transportation accommodations; requiring annual certifications for medical disabilities or other special needs accommodations; and clarifying other specific provisions of the FTR which relate to premium class transportation accommodations. Accordingly, this final rule amends the FTR by: 1. Section 300–70.100—Adding the requirement that agencies report the use of all ''other than coach-class'' transportation accommodations which exceed the coach-class fare. PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 55145 2. Section 300–70.101— Clarifies where agencies may obtain information regarding reporting requirements for use of other than coach-class transportation accommodations. 3. Section 300–70.102— Adding the requirement that agencies submit their other than coach-class transportation information to GSA no later than 60 days after the end of each fiscal year, including negative reports. 4. Section 300–70.103— Deleting the current section 300–70.103; redesignating current section 300–70.104 as section 300–70.103; replacing the words ''first-class'' with ''other than coach-class''; and clarifying the current regulation for submitting negative reports when reporting data is also protected from public disclosure. 5. Section 301–2.5— Replacing the words ''first-class or business-class'' with ''other than coach-class''. 6. Section 301–10.105— Replacing the words ''business-class or first-class'' with ''other than coach-class''. 7. Section 301–10.121— Revising the definition of the classes of accommodations offered by air carriers. 8. Section 301–10.123— Replacing the words ''first-class'' with ''other than coach-class'; reformatting and revising the current regulation to include the current provisions of section 301– 10.124; adding the requirement for annual certification of a disability or special need of a traveler; and adding the requirement for a one-time certification of a disability or special need of a traveler who has a lifelong condition. 9. Section 301–10.124— Deleting the current regulation and replacing it with clarification regarding the use of coachclass seating upgrade programs. 10. Section 301–10.125— Adding a new section on clarification regarding the use of the 14-hour rule. 11. Section 301–10.160— Amending and re-designating current section 301– 10.160 paragraphs(c) and (d) as section 301–10.160(c)(1) and (c)(2). 12. Section 301–10.161 - Replacing the words ''first-class'' with ''other than coach-class''. 13. Section 301–10.162— Replacing the words ''first-class'' with ''other than coach-class''; clarifying the current regulation; adding the requirement for annual certification of a disability or special need of a traveler; adding the requirement for a one-time certification of a disability or special need of a traveler who has a lifelong condition; and adding a new exception as to when a traveler may use a higher class of train service. 14. Section 301–10.164— Clarifying the current regulation regarding the use E:\FR\FM\27OCR1.SGM 27OCR1 pwalker on DSK8KYBLC1PROD with RULES 55146 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 206 / Tuesday, October 27, 2009 / Rules and Regulations of a higher class of train service other than the lowest available class of accommodations. 15. Section 301–10.182— Replacing the words ''first-class'' with ''other than lowest first-class''. 16. Section 301–10.183— Replacing the words ''first-class'' with ''other than lowest first-class''; adding the requirement for annual certification of a disability or special need of a traveler; and adding the requirement for a onetime certification of a disability or special need of a traveler who has a lifelong condition. 17. Section 301–13.3— Replacing the term ''Premium-class'' with ''other than coach-class''. 18. Section 301–50.8—Replacing the words ''first-class or business-class'' with ''other than coach-class''. 19. Section 301–70.102— Adding the requirement that agencies develop and publish internal guidance that identify the specific mission criteria that justify the authorization and use of other than coach-class or lowest first-class transportation accommodations. Adding the requirement that agencies develop and define what constitutes a rest period upon arrival at a temporary duty location. 20. Section 301–71.105— Replacing the words ''first-class or business-class'' with ''other than coach-class''. 21. Appendix C to Chapter 301, Standard Data Elements for Federal Travel—Renaming Table entitled ''Travel Expense Information (Standard Data Elements for Federal Travel'') to read ''Standard Expense Data for Federal Travel (Travel Expense Information''); and replacing the words ''First-class and Business-class'' with ''Other than coach-class'' and replacing the words ''Non-first-class and Nonbusiness-class'' with the words ''Coachclass'' in Tables ''Standard Data Elements for Federal Travel (Commercial Transportation Information)'' and newly designated ''Standard Data Expense for Federal Travel (Travel Expense Information)''. 22. Section 304–3.9—Replacing the words ''business-class'' with ''other than coach-class'' and reformatting and revising the current regulation to include the current provisions of section 304–3.10. 23. Section 304–3.10—Removing and reserving section 304–3.10. 24. Section 304–5.5—Replacing the words ''business-class'' with ''other than coach-class'' and reformatting and revising the current regulation to include the current provisions of section 304–5.6. 25. Section 304–5.6—Deleting the current section 304–5.6 and re- VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:23 Oct 26, 2009 Jkt 220001 designating current section 304–5.7 as section 304–5.6. B. Executive Order 12866 This is not a significant regulatory action and, therefore, was not subject to review under Section 6(b) of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review, dated September 30, 1993. This final rule is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804. C. Regulatory Flexibility Act This final rule is not required to be published in the Federal Register for notice and comment, therefore, the Regulatory Flexibility Act, 5 U.S.C. 601, et seq., does not apply. D. 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 under 44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq. E. Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act This final rule is also exempt from Congressional review prescribed under 5 U.S.C. 801 since it relates solely to agency management and personnel. List of Subjects in 41 CFR Parts 300–70, 301–2, 301–10, 301–13, 301–50, 301–70, 301–71, Appendix C to Chapter 301, 304–3, and 304–5. Government employees, Travel and transportation expenses. Dated: September 4, 2009. Paul F. Prouty, Acting Administrator of General Services For the reasons set forth in the preamble, under 5 U.S.C. 5701–5709 and 31 U.S.C. 1353, GSA amends 41 CFR Parts 300–70, 301–2, 301–10, 301– 13, 301–50, 301–70, 301–71, Appendix C to Chapter 301, 304–3, and 304–5 to read as follows: ■ PART 300–70—AGENCY REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 1. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 300–70 is revised 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– 1973 Comp. p. 586. PO 00000 Frm 00058 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Subpart B [Amended] 2. Amend the heading to Subpart B by removing ''First-Class'' and adding ''Other Than Coach-Class'' in its place. ■ § 300–70.100 [Amended] 3. Amend § 300–70.100, in the section heading, by removing ''first-class'' and adding ''other than coach-class'' in its place. ■ 4. Revise § 300–70.101 to read as follows: ■ § 300–70.101 Where can we find what information we are required to report? GSA will issue a Bulletin which will inform agencies of the required information and reporting format(s) for any trip in which the agency authorized and paid for transportation that exceeded the use of coach-class or lowest first-class accommodations. Negative submissions are required. Bulletins regarding the Federal Travel Regulation are located on the Internet at www.gsa.gov/bulletin. ■ 5. Revise § 300–70.102 to read as follows: § 300–70.102 How often must we report the required information? You must annually submit the required information to GSA no later than 60 days after the end of each fiscal year. § 300–70.103 ■ [Removed] 6. Remove § 300–70.103. § 300–70.104 70.103] [Redesignated as § 300– 7. Section § 300–70.104 is redesignated as § 300–70.103. ■ 8. Revise the newly-designated § 300– 70.103 to read as follows: ■ § 300–70.103 Are there any exceptions to the reporting requirement? Yes. You are not required to report data that is protected from public disclosure by statute or Executive Order. However, you are required to submit, in a cover letter to GSA, the following aggregate information. (a) Aggregate number of authorized other than coach-class trips that are protected from disclosure; (b) Total cost of actual other than coach-class fares paid that exceeded the coach-class fare; and (c) Total cost of coach class fares that would have been paid for the same travel. NOTE to § 300–70.103: If the aggregate information is also protected from public disclosure then a negative report must be submitted to GSA. E:\FR\FM\27OCR1.SGM 27OCR1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 206 / Tuesday, October 27, 2009 / Rules and Regulations CHAPTER 301—TEMPORARY DUTY (TDY) TRAVEL ALLOWANCES PART 301–2—GENERAL RULES 9. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 301–2 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 5 U.S.C 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353; 49 U.S.C. 40118. 10. Amend § 301–2.5 by revising paragraph (a) to read as follows: ■ § 301–2.5 What travel arrangements require specific authorization or prior approval? * * * * * (a) Use of other than coach-class service on common carrier transportation; * * * * * PART 301–10—TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES 11. The authority for 41 CFR Part 301– 10 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c); 40 U.S.C. 40118, Office of Management and Budget Circular No. A–126, ''Improving the Management and Use of Government Aircraft.'' Revised April 28, 2006. (2) Business-class. A class of accommodation offered by airlines that is higher than coach and lower than first-class, in both cost and amenities. This class of accommodation is generally referred to as ''business, business elite, business first, world business, connoisseur, or envoy'' depending on the airline. Note to § 301–10.121: If an airline flight has only two classes of accommodations available, i.e., two ''cabins'', with two distinctly different seating types (such as girth and pitch) and the front cabin is termed ''business-class'' or higher by the airline and the tickets are fare-coded as business-class, then the front of the cabin is deemed to be other than coach-class. Alternatively, if an airline flight has only two cabins available but equips both with one type of seating, (i.e., seating girth and pitch are the same in both cabins), and the seats in the front of the airplane are fare coded as full-fare economy class, and only restricted economy fares are available in the back of the aircraft, then the entire aircraft is to be classified as coachclass seating. In this second situation, qualifying for other than coach-class travel is not required to purchase a non-restricted economy fare seat in the front of the aircraft as the entire aircraft is considered ''coachclass.'' ■ 12. Amend § 301–10.105 by revising paragraph (b) to read as follows: ■ § 301–10.105 What are the basic requirements for using airlines? § 301–10.123 When may I use other than coach-class airline accommodations? * Government travelers are required to exercise the same care in incurring expenses that a prudent person would exercise if traveling on personal business when making official travel arrangements, and therefore, should consider the least expensive class of travel that meets their needs. You may use the lowest other than coach-class airline accommodations only when your agency specifically authorizes/approves such use as specified in paragraphs (a) and (b) of this section. (a) Your agency may authorize/ approve first class accommodations if any of the following apply: (1) No coach-class accommodations are reasonably available. ''Reasonably available'' means available on an airline that is scheduled to leave within 24 hours of your proposed departure time, or scheduled to arrive within 24 hours of your proposed arrival time; (2) When use of other than coachclass is necessary to accommodate a medical disability or other special need. (i) A disability must be certified annually in a written statement by a competent medical authority. However, if the disability is a lifelong condition, then a one-time certification statement is required. Certification statements must include at a minimum: 14. Revise § 301–10.123 to read as follows: * * * * (b) Using coach-class service, unless other than coach-class service is authorized: * * * * * ■ 13. Revise § 301–10.121 to read as follows: pwalker on DSK8KYBLC1PROD with RULES § 301–10.121 What classes of airline accommodations are available? Airlines are constantly updating their offerings. However, for the purposes of this regulation, the classes of available air accommodations are identified and defined as follows: (a) Coach-class. The basic class of accommodation by airlines that is normally the lowest fare offered regardless of airline terminology used. For reference purposes only, coach-class may also be referred to by airlines as ''tourist class,'' ''economy class,'' or as ''single class'' when the airline offers only one class of accommodations to all travelers. (b) Other than coach-class. Any class of accommodations above coach-class, e.g., first-class or business-class. (1) First-class. The highest class of accommodation offered by the airlines in terms of cost and amenities. This is generally termed ''first-class'' by airlines and reservation systems. VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:23 Oct 26, 2009 Jkt 220001 PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 55147 (A) A written statement by a competent medical authority stating that special accommodation is necessary; (B) An approximate duration of the special accommodation; and (C) A recommendation as to the suitable class of transportation accommodations based on the disability. (ii) A special need must be certified annually in writing according to your agency's procedures. However, if the special need is a lifelong condition, then a one-time certification statement is required; (iii) If you are authorized under § 301–13.3(a) of this Subchapter to have an attendant accompany you, your agency may also authorize the attendant to use other than coach-class accommodations if you require the attendant's services en route; (3) When exceptional security circumstances require other than coachclass airline accommodations. Exceptional security circumstances are determined by your agency and should only be authorized up to the minimum other than coach-class accommodation necessary. These circumstances include, but are not limited to: (i) Use of coach-class accommodations would endanger your life or Government property; (ii) You are an agent on protective detail and you are accompanying an individual authorized to use other than coach-class accommodations; or (iii) You are a courier or control officer accompanying controlled pouches or packages; (4) When required because of agency mission, consistent with your agency's internal procedures pursuant to § 301– 70.102(i). (b) Your agency may authorize/ approve business-class accommodations if any of the following apply: (1) When use of other than coachclass is necessary to accommodate a medical disability or other special need. (i) A disability must be certified annually in a written statement by a competent medical authority. However, if the disability is a lifelong condition, then a one-time certification statement is required. Certification statements must include at a minimum: (A) A written statement by a competent medical authority stating that special accommodation is necessary; (B) An approximate duration of the special accommodation; and (C) A recommendation as to the suitable class of transportation accommodations based on the disability. (ii) A special need must be certified annually in writing according to your E:\FR\FM\27OCR1.SGM 27OCR1 pwalker on DSK8KYBLC1PROD with RULES 55148 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 206 / Tuesday, October 27, 2009 / Rules and Regulations agency's procedures. However, if the special need is a lifelong condition, then a one-time certification statement is required; (iii) If you are authorized under § 301–13.3(a) of this Subchapter to have an attendant accompany you, your agency may also authorize the attendant to use other than coach-class accommodations if you require the attendant's services en route; (2) When exceptional security circumstances require other than coachclass airline accommodations. Exceptional security circumstances are determined by your agency and should only be authorized to the minimum other than coach-class accommodation necessary to meet the agency's mission. These circumstances include, but are not limited to: (i) Use of coach-class accommodations would endanger your life or Government property; (ii) You are an agent on protective detail and you are accompanying an individual authorized to use other than coach-class accommodations; or (iii) You are a courier or control officer accompanying controlled pouches or packages; (3) Coach-class accommodations on an authorized/approved foreign air carrier do not provide adequate sanitation or health standards; (4) Regularly scheduled flights between origin/destination points (including connecting points) provide only other than coach-class accommodations and you certify such on your voucher; (5) Your transportation costs are paid in full through agency acceptance of payment from a non-Federal source in accordance with Chapter 304 of this Title; (6) Where the origin and/or destination are OCONUS, and the scheduled flight time, including stopovers and change of planes, is in excess of 14 hours, in accordance with § 301–10.125; (7) The use results in an overall cost savings to the Government by avoiding additional subsistence costs, overtime, or lost productive time while awaiting coach-class accommodations; (8) No space is available in coachclass accommodations in time to accomplish the mission, which is urgent and cannot be postponed; or (9) When required because of agency mission, consistent with your agency's internal procedures pursuant to § 301– 70.102(i). Note 1 to § 301–10.123: You may upgrade to other than coach-class accommodations at your personal expense, including through redemption of frequent flyer benefits. VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:23 Oct 26, 2009 Jkt 220001 Note 2 to § 301–10.123: Blanket authorization of other than coach-class transportation accommodations is prohibited and shall be authorized on an individual tripby-trip basis, unless the traveler has an upto-date documented disability or special need. 15. Revise § 301–10.124 to read as follows: ■ § 301–10.124 What are coach-class Seating Upgrade Programs? Sometimes these programs are called ''Coach Elite,'' ''Coach Plus,'' ''Preferred Coach'' or some other identifier. Under these airline programs, a passenger may obtain for a fee a more desirable seat choice within the coach-class cabin. These airline upgrade or preferred seat choices are generally available for an annual fee, at an airport kiosk or gate or as a frequent flier perk. These coach upgrade options are not considered a new or higher class of accommodation since the seating is still in the coach cabin. However, the use of these upgraded/preferred coach seating options is generally a traveler's personal choice and therefore is at the traveler's personal expense. An agency travel authorization approving official or his/ her designee (e.g., supervisor of the traveler) may authorize and reimburse the additional seat choice fee, according to internal agency policy. ■ 16. Add § 301–10.125 to read as follows: § 301–10.125 When may I use the 14-hour rule to travel other than coach-class (see § 301–10.123(b)(6))? (a) You may use the 14-hour rule to travel via other than coach-class when: (1) The origin and/or destination are OCONUS; and (2) The scheduled flight time, including non-overnight stopovers and change of planes, is in excess of 14 hours; and (3) You are required to report to duty the following day or sooner. (b) Scheduled flight time is the flight time between the originating departure point and the ultimate arrival point including scheduled non-overnight time spent at airports during plane changes. Scheduled non-overnight time does not include time spent at the originating or ultimate arrival airports. (c) If other than coach-class accommodation is authorized based on the 14-hour rule then you will not be eligible for a rest stop en route or a rest period upon arrival at your duty site, in accordance with internal agency procedures pursuant to § 301–70.102(j). ■ 17. Amend § 301–10.160 by revising paragraph (c), removing paragraph (d), and adding a note to the section to read as follows: PO 00000 Frm 00060 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 § 301–10.160 What classes of train accommodations are available? * * * * * (c) Other than coach-class - Any class of accommodations above coach, e.g., first-class or business-class. (1) First-class—Includes bedrooms, roomettes, club service, parlor car accommodations or other premium accommodations. (2) Business-class—A class of extra fare train service that is offered above coach class, but is lower than first-class, as described above. Note to § 301–10.160: If a train only has two classes of accommodations available, i.e., first and business class, then the business class is deemed to be classified as coach-class for purposes of official travel, as it is the lowest class offered. 18. Revise § 301–10.161 to read as follows: ■ § 301–10.161 What class of train accommodations must I use? You must use coach-class accommodations for all train travel, except when your agency authorizes other than coach-class service. ■ 19. Revise § 301–10.162 to read as follows: § 301–10.162 When may I use other than coach-class train accommodations? You may use other than coach-class train accommodations only when your agency specifically authorizes/approves this use under paragraphs (a) through (e) of this section. (a) No coach-class accommodations are reasonably available on a train that is scheduled to leave within 24 hours of your proposed departure time, or scheduled to arrive within 24 hours of your proposed arrival time; (b) When use of other than coachclass accommendations is necessary to accommodate a medical disability or other special need. (1) A disability must be certified annually in a written statement by a competent medical authority. However, if the disability is a lifelong condition, then a one-time certification statement is required. Certification statements must include at a minimum: (i) A written statement by a competent medical authority stating that special accommodation is necessary; (ii) An approximate duration of the special accommodation; and (iii) A recommendation as to the suitable class of transportation accommodations based on the disability. (2) A special need must be certified annually in writing according to your agency's procedures. However, if the special need is a lifelong condition, then E:\FR\FM\27OCR1.SGM 27OCR1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 206 / Tuesday, October 27, 2009 / Rules and Regulations a one-time certification statement is required; (3) If you are authorized under § 301– 13.3(a) of this Subchapter to have an attendant accompany you, your agency may also authorize the attendant to use other than coach-class accommodations if you require the attendant's services en route; (c) When exceptional security circumstances require other than coachclass rail accommodations. Exceptional security circumstances are determined by your agency and should only be authorized to the minimum other than coach-class accommodation necessary to meet the agency's mission. These circumstances include, but are not limited to: (1) Use of coach-class accommodations would endanger your life or Government property; (2) You are an agent on protective detail and you are accompanying an individual authorized to use other than coach-class accommodations; or (3) You are a courier or control officer accompanying controlled pouches or packages; (d) Coach-class accommodations on an authorized/approved foreign rail carrier do not provide adequate sanitation or health standards; or (e) When required because of agency mission, consistent with your agency's internal procedures pursuant to § 301– 70.102(i). ■ 20. Revise § 301–10.164 to read as follows: § 301–10.164 When may I use extra-fare train service? You may use extra-fare train service whenever your agency determines it is more advantageous to the Government or is required for security reasons. Extrafare train service is considered to be a class above the lowest class offered on any particular train and must be authorized/approved as provided in § 301–10.162. ■ 21. Amend § 301–10.182 by revising paragraphs (a) and (b) to read as follows: § 301–10.182 What classes of ship accommodations are available? pwalker on DSK8KYBLC1PROD with RULES * * * * * (a) Other than lowest first-class—All classes above the lowest first-class, includes but is not limited to a suite. (b) Lowest first-class—The least expensive class of reserved accommodations available on a ship. ■ 22. Amend § 301–10.183 by revising the introductory paragraph and paragraphs (b) and (c), and adding paragraph (d), to read as follows: VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:23 Oct 26, 2009 Jkt 220001 § 301–10.183 What class of ship accommodations must I use? You must use the lowest first-class accommodations when traveling by ship, except when your agency specifically authorizes/approves your use of other than lowest first-class ship accommodations under paragraphs (a) through (d) of this section. * * * * * (b) When use of other than lowest first-class accommodations is necessary to accommodate a medical disability or other special need. (1) A disability must be certified annually in a written statement by a competent medical authority. However, if the disability is a lifelong condition, then a one-time certification statement is required. Certification statements must include at a minimum: (i) A written statement by a competent medical authority stating that special accommodation is necessary; (ii) An approximate duration of the special accommodation; and (iii) A recommendation as to the suitable class of transportation accommodations based on the disability. (2) A special need must be certified annually in writing according to your agency's procedures. However, if the special need is a lifelong condition, then a one-time certification statement is required; (3) If you are authorized under § 301– 13.3(a) of this Subchapter to have an attendant accompany you, your agency may also authorize the attendant to use other than lowest first-class class accommodations if you require the attendant's services en route; (c) When exceptional security circumstances require other than lowest first-class travel. Exceptional security circumstances are determined by your agency and should only be authorized to the minimum other than lowest firstclass travel accommodation necessary to meet the agency's mission. These circumstances include, but are not limited to: (1) The use of lowest first-class accommodations would endanger your life or Government property; or (2) You are an agent on protective detail and you are accompanying an individual authorized to use other than lowest first-class accommodations; or (3) You are a courier or control officer accompanying controlled pouches or packages. (d) When required because of agency mission, consistent with your agency's internal procedures pursuant to § 301– 70.102(i). PO 00000 Frm 00061 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 55149 PART 301–13—TRAVEL OF AN EMPLOYEE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS 23. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 301–13 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707. 24. Amend § 301–13.3 by revising paragraph (f) to read as follows: ■ § 301–13.3 What additional travel expenses may my agency pay under this Part? * * * * * (f) Other than coach-class accommodations to accommodate your special need, under Subpart B of Part 301–10 of this Subchapter; and * * * * * PART 301–50—ARRANGING FOR TRAVEL SERVICES 25. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 301–50 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c). 26. Amend § 301–50.8 by revising paragraph (a)(2) to read as follows: ■ § 301–50.8 Are there any limits on travel arrangements I may make? * * * * * (a) * * * (2) You may use other than coachclass accommodations only under §§ 301–10.123 and 301–10.162, and lowest first-class accommodations only under § 301–10.183 of this Chapter; and * * * * * PART 301–70—INTERNAL POLICY AND PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS 27. The authority citation for 41 CFR 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), Office of Management and Budget Circular No. A–126, ''Improving the Management and Use of Government Aircraft,'' revised May 22, 1992 and OMB Circular No. A–123, Appendix B, ''Improving the Management of Government Charge Card Programs,'' revised January 15, 2009. 28. Amend § 301–70.102 by revising paragraph (b)(1); removing ''and'' at the end of paragraph (g); removing the period at the end of paragraph (h)(3) and adding a semicolon in its place; and adding paragraphs (i) and (j) to read as follows: ■ § 301–70.102 What governing policies must we establish for authorization and payment of transportation expenses? * * * (b) * * * E:\FR\FM\27OCR1.SGM 27OCR1 * * 55150 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 206 / Tuesday, October 27, 2009 / Rules and Regulations (1) Use of other than coach-class transportation accommodations for air and rail under §§ 301–10.123 and 301– 10.162, and lowest first-class accommodations for ship under § 301– 10.183 of this chapter. * * * * * (i) Develop and issue internal guidance on what specific mission criteria justify approval of the use of other than coach-class transportation under §§ 301–10.123(a)(4), 301– 10.123(b)(9), and 301–10.162(e) or the use of other than lowest first-class under § 301–10.183(d). The justification criteria shall be entered in the remarks section of the traveler's travel authorization; and (j) Develop and publish internal guidance regarding what constitutes a rest period upon arrival at a temporary duty location. § 301–71.105 Must we issue a written or electronic travel authorization in advance of travel? 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). * * * * (a) Use of other than coach-class service accommodation on common carriers or use of other than lowest firstclass accommodation on ships; * * * * * ■ 31. Amend Appendix C to Chapter 301 by revising the tables under the headings ''Commercial Transportation Information'' and ''Travel Expense Information'' to read as follows: 30. Amend § 301–71.105 by revising paragraph (a) to read as follows: Appendix C to Chapter 301—Standard Data Elements for Federal Travel PART 301–71–AGENCY TRAVEL ACCOUNTABILITY REQUIREMENTS 29. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 301–71 continues to read as follows: ■ ■ * * * * * * COMMERCIAL TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Group name Data elements Transportation Payment .................................................................. ........................................ Method Indicator .............................................................................. GTR ............................... Central Billing Account .. Government Charge Card. Cash .............................. Payment ID Number ...... Transportation Payment Identification Number ............................... Transportation Method Indicator ...................................................... Local Transportation Indicator ......................................................... Air (other than coachclass). Air (coach-class) ............ Non-contract Air, Train, Other. POV, Car rental, Taxi, Other. Description Method employee used to purchase transportation tickets. U.S. Government Transportation Request. A contractor centrally billed account. In accordance with and as provided by agency guidelines. A number that identifies the payment for the transportation tickets, according to agency guidelines, e.g., GTR number, Govt. contractorissued charge card number. Common carrier used as transportation to TDY location. Identifies local transportation used while on TDY. TRAVEL EXPENSE INFORMATION Group name Data elements Description Per Diem .......................................................................................... Total Number of Days ... The number of days traveler claims to be on per diem status, for each official travel location. The amount of money traveler claims as per diem expense. Total Amount Claimed ... Travel Advance ................................................................................ Lodging, Meals & Incidentals. Advance Outstanding .... Remaining Balance ....... Subsistence ..................................................................................... Actual Days ................... ........................................ pwalker on DSK8KYBLC1PROD with RULES Total Actual Amount ...... Transportation Method Cost ............................................................ Air (other than coachclass). The amount of travel advance outstanding, when the employee files the travel claim. The amount of the travel advance that remains outstanding. Total number of days the employee charged actual subsistence expenses. The number of days must be expressed as a whole number. Total amount of actual subsistence expenses claimed as authorized. Actual subsistence rate, per day, may not exceed the maximum subsistence expense rate established for official travel by the Federal Travel Regulation. The amount of money the transportation actually cost the traveler, entered according to method of transportation. Air (coach-class) ............ Non-contract Air, Train .. Other .............................. Local Transportation (in, around, or about the temporary duty station) .............................................................................................. VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:23 Oct 26, 2009 Jkt 220001 PO 00000 Frm 00062 Bus or other form of transportation. POV mileage ................. Total number of miles driven in POV. Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\27OCR1.SGM 27OCR1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 206 / Tuesday, October 27, 2009 / Rules and Regulations 55151 TRAVEL EXPENSE INFORMATION—Continued Group name Data elements Description POV mileage expense .. Total amount claimed as authorized based on mileage rate. Different mileage rates apply based on type and use of the POV. Constructive cost ............................................................................. Car rental, Taxis, Other Constructive cost ........... Reclaim ............................................................................................ Reclaim amount ............ Total Claim ....................................................................................... Total claim ..................... * * * * * PART 304–3—EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY 32. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 304–3 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353. 33. Revise § 304–3.9 to read as follows: ■ § 304–3.9 May I use other than coach-class accommodation on common carriers or other than lowest first-class accommodations on ships when a nonFederal source pays in full for my transportation expenses to attend a meeting? Yes, you may use other than coachclass accommodation on common carriers if you meet one of the criteria contained in § 301–10.123 or § 301– 10.162 or you may use other than lowest first-class travel if you meet one of the criteria contained in § 301–10.183 of this Title, and are authorized to do so by your agency in accordance with § 304–5.5 of this Chapter. § 304–3.10 ■ [Removed and Reserved] 35. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 304–5 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353 36. Revise § 304–5.5 to read as follows: ■ pwalker on DSK8KYBLC1PROD with RULES ■ [Removed] 37. Remove § 304–5.6. § 304–5.7 [Redesignated as § 304–5.6] 38. Section § 304–5.7 is redesignated as § 304–5.6. ■ [FR Doc. E9–25749 Filed 10–26–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6820–14–S DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Federal Emergency Management Agency 44 CFR Part 64 Suspension of Community Eligibility PART 304–5—AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES § 304–5.5 May we authorize an employee to travel by other than coach-class on common carriers or other than lowest firstclass on ships if we accept payment in full from a non-Federal source for such transportation expenses? Yes, you may authorize an employee to travel by other than coach-class on common carriers or other than lowest first-class on ships as long as the: 16:23 Oct 26, 2009 § 304–5.6 [Docket ID FEMA–2008–0020; Internal Agency Docket No. FEMA–8101] 34. Remove and reserve § 304–3.10. VerDate Nov<24>2008 (a) Non-Federal source makes full payment for such transportation services in advance of travel; and (b) Transportation accommodations furnished are comparable in value to those offered to, or purchased by other similarly situated meeting attendees; and (c) Travel meets at least one of the conditions in §§ 301–10.123, 301– 10.162, and 301–10.183 of this Title. Jkt 220001 AGENCY: Federal Emergency Management Agency, DHS. ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: This rule identifies communities, where the sale of flood insurance has been authorized under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), that are scheduled for suspension on the effective dates listed within this rule because of noncompliance with the floodplain management requirements of the program. 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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you want to determine whether a particular community was suspended on the suspension date or for further information, contact David Stearrett, Mitigation Directorate, Federal Emergency Management Agency, 500 C Street, SW., Washington, DC 20472, (202) 646–2953. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The NFIP enables property owners to purchase flood insurance which is generally not otherwise available. In return, communities agree to adopt and administer local floodplain management aimed at protecting lives and new construction from future flooding. Section 1315 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 4022, prohibits flood insurance coverage as authorized under the NFIP, 42 U.S.C. 4001 et seq.; unless an appropriate public body adopts adequate floodplain management measures with effective enforcement measures. The communities listed in this document no longer meet that statutory requirement for compliance with program regulations, 44 CFR part 59. Accordingly, the communities will be suspended on the effective date in the third column. As of that date, flood insurance will no longer be available in the community. However, some of these communities may adopt and submit the required documentation of legally enforceable floodplain management measures after this rule is published but prior to the actual suspension date. These communities will not be suspended and will continue their E:\FR\FM\27OCR1.SGM 27OCR1
[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 206 (Tuesday, October 27, 2009)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 55145-55151]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-25749]
41 CFR Parts 300-70, 301-2, 301-10, 301-13, 301-50, 301-70, 301-71,
Appendix C to Chapter 301, 304-3, and 304-5
[FTR Amendment 2009-06; FTR Case 2009-309; Docket Number 2009-0014,
Sequence 1]
RIN 3090-AI98
Federal Travel Regulation (FTR); FTR Case 2009-309, Premium Class
Travel and Transportation Allowances
AGENCY: Office of Governmentwide Policy, General Services
Administration (GSA).
ACTION: Final rule.
SUMMARY: The General Services Administration (GSA) is amending the
Federal Travel Regulation (FTR) by implementing recommendations
contained in the September 2007, Government Accountability Office (GAO)
report, ``Premium Class Travel: Internal Control Weaknesses
Governmentwide Led to Improper and Abusive Use of Premium Class
Travel'' (GAO-07-1268). This final rule strengthens the management and
accountability measures related to the use of premium class
transportation accommodations by Federal employees while on official
business travel.
DATES: Effective date: This final rule is effective November 27, 2009.
Applicability date: This final rule is applicable to travel performed
on and after November 27, 2009.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: The Regulatory Secretariat (MVPR),
Room 4041, GS Building, Washington, DC, 20405, (202) 501-4755, for
information pertaining to status or publication schedules. For
clarification of content, contact Mr. Rick Miller, Office of
Governmentwide Policy, at (202) 501-3822 or e-mail at
rodney.miller@gsa.gov. Please cite FTR Amendment 2009-06; FTR case
2009-309.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
A. Background
This final rule implements recommendations contained in the GAO
Travel'' (GAO-07-1268). In the report, GAO made five recommendations to
GSA to improve management and oversight of premium class travel. One
recommendation by GAO is that GSA establish an internal central
oversight office for travel management with authority over agency
travel policies and programs. GSA has created the Center for Policy
Evaluation which works with Federal agencies to identify opportunities
for Governmentwide improvements in travel and transportation. The other
four recommendations are addressed in this final rule and should
strengthen requirements related to the authorization and use of premium
class transportation accommodations by requiring more extensive
reporting on premium class travel, including business-class, for
Temporary Duty travel (TDY) and Permanent Change of Station (PCS)
relocations; requiring agencies to define what constitutes a rest
period upon arrival; requiring agencies to develop and issue internal
guidance that explains when mission criteria and the intent of that
mission call for premium class transportation accommodations; requiring
annual certifications for medical disabilities or other special needs
accommodations; and clarifying other specific provisions of the FTR
which relate to premium class transportation accommodations.
Accordingly, this final rule amends the FTR by:
1. Section 300-70.100--Adding the requirement that agencies report
the use of all ``other than coach-class'' transportation accommodations
which exceed the coach-class fare.
2. Section 300-70.101-- Clarifies where agencies may obtain
information regarding reporting requirements for use of other than
coach-class transportation accommodations.
3. Section 300-70.102-- Adding the requirement that agencies submit
their other than coach-class transportation information to GSA no later
than 60 days after the end of each fiscal year, including negative
reports.
4. Section 300-70.103-- Deleting the current section 300-70.103;
re-designating current section 300-70.104 as section 300-70.103;
replacing the words ``first-class'' with ``other than coach-class'';
and clarifying the current regulation for submitting negative reports
when reporting data is also protected from public disclosure.
5. Section 301-2.5-- Replacing the words ``first-class or business-
class'' with ``other than coach-class''.
6. Section 301-10.105-- Replacing the words ``business-class or
first-class'' with ``other than coach-class''.
7. Section 301-10.121-- Revising the definition of the classes of
accommodations offered by air carriers.
8. Section 301-10.123-- Replacing the words ``first-class'' with
``other than coach-class'; reformatting and revising the current
regulation to include the current provisions of section 301-10.124;
adding the requirement for annual certification of a disability or
special need of a traveler; and adding the requirement for a one-time
certification of a disability or special need of a traveler who has a
lifelong condition.
9. Section 301-10.124-- Deleting the current regulation and
replacing it with clarification regarding the use of coach-class
seating upgrade programs.
10. Section 301-10.125-- Adding a new section on clarification
regarding the use of the 14-hour rule.
11. Section 301-10.160-- Amending and re-designating current
section 301-10.160 paragraphs(c) and (d) as section 301-10.160(c)(1)
and (c)(2).
12. Section 301-10.161 - Replacing the words ``first-class'' with
``other than coach-class''.
13. Section 301-10.162-- Replacing the words ``first-class'' with
``other than coach-class''; clarifying the current regulation; adding
the requirement for annual certification of a disability or special
need of a traveler; adding the requirement for a one-time certification
of a disability or special need of a traveler who has a lifelong
condition; and adding a new exception as to when a traveler may use a
higher class of train service.
14. Section 301-10.164-- Clarifying the current regulation
regarding the use
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of a higher class of train service other than the lowest available
class of accommodations.
``other than lowest first-class''.
``other than lowest first-class''; adding the requirement for annual
certification of a disability or special need of a traveler; and adding
the requirement for a one-time certification of a disability or special
need of a traveler who has a lifelong condition.
17. Section 301-13.3-- Replacing the term ``Premium-class'' with
18. Section 301-50.8--Replacing the words ``first-class or
business-class'' with ``other than coach-class''.
19. Section 301-70.102-- Adding the requirement that agencies
develop and publish internal guidance that identify the specific
mission criteria that justify the authorization and use of other than
coach-class or lowest first-class transportation accommodations. Adding
the requirement that agencies develop and define what constitutes a
rest period upon arrival at a temporary duty location.
20. Section 301-71.105-- Replacing the words ``first-class or
21. Appendix C to Chapter 301, Standard Data Elements for Federal
Travel--Renaming Table entitled ``Travel Expense Information (Standard
Data Elements for Federal Travel'') to read ``Standard Expense Data for
Federal Travel (Travel Expense Information''); and replacing the words
``First-class and Business-class'' with ``Other than coach-class'' and
replacing the words ``Non-first-class and Non-business-class'' with the
words ``Coach-class'' in Tables ``Standard Data Elements for Federal
Travel (Commercial Transportation Information)'' and newly designated
``Standard Data Expense for Federal Travel (Travel Expense
Information)''.
22. Section 304-3.9--Replacing the words ``business-class'' with
``other than coach-class'' and reformatting and revising the current
regulation to include the current provisions of section 304-3.10.
23. Section 304-3.10--Removing and reserving section 304-3.10.
regulation to include the current provisions of section 304-5.6.
25. Section 304-5.6--Deleting the current section 304-5.6 and re-
designating current section 304-5.7 as section 304-5.6.
B. Executive Order 12866
This is not a significant regulatory action and, therefore, was not
subject to review under Section 6(b) of Executive Order 12866,
Regulatory Planning and Review, dated September 30, 1993. This final
rule is not a major rule under 5 U.S.C. 804.
C. Regulatory Flexibility Act
This final rule is not required to be published in the Federal
Register for notice and comment, therefore, the Regulatory Flexibility
Act, 5 U.S.C. 601, et seq., does not apply.
D. 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 under 44 U.S.C. 3501, et seq.
E. Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act
This final rule is also exempt from Congressional review prescribed
under 5 U.S.C. 801 since it relates solely to agency management and
personnel.
List of Subjects in 41 CFR Parts 300-70, 301-2, 301-10, 301-13,
301-50, 301-70, 301-71, Appendix C to Chapter 301, 304-3, and 304-
Government employees, Travel and transportation expenses.
Dated: September 4, 2009.
Paul F. Prouty,
Acting Administrator of General Services
For the reasons set forth in the preamble, under 5 U.S.C. 5701-5709 and
31 U.S.C. 1353, GSA amends 41 CFR Parts 300-70, 301-2, 301-10, 301-13,
301-50, 301-70, 301-71, Appendix C to Chapter 301, 304-3, and 304-5 to
read as follows:
PART 300-70--AGENCY REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 300-70 is revised to read as
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, 1971-1973 Comp. p. 586.
Subpart B [Amended]
2. Amend the heading to Subpart B by removing ``First-Class'' and
adding ``Other Than Coach-Class'' in its place.
Sec.  300-70.100  [Amended]
3. Amend Sec.  300-70.100, in the section heading, by removing ``first-
class'' and adding ``other than coach-class'' in its place.
4. Revise Sec.  300-70.101 to read as follows:
Sec.  300-70.101  Where can we find what information we are required to
report?
GSA will issue a Bulletin which will inform agencies of the
required information and reporting format(s) for any trip in which the
agency authorized and paid for transportation that exceeded the use of
coach-class or lowest first-class accommodations. Negative submissions
are required. Bulletins regarding the Federal Travel Regulation are
located on the Internet at www.gsa.gov/bulletin.
Sec.  300-70.102  How often must we report the required information?
You must annually submit the required information to GSA no later
than 60 days after the end of each fiscal year.
Sec.  300-70.103  [Removed]
6. Remove Sec.  300-70.103.
Sec.  300-70.104  [Redesignated as Sec.  300-70.103]
7. Section Sec.  300-70.104 is redesignated as Sec.  300-70.103.
8. Revise the newly-designated Sec.  300-70.103 to read as follows:
Sec.  300-70.103  Are there any exceptions to the reporting
requirement?
Yes. You are not required to report data that is protected from
public disclosure by statute or Executive Order. However, you are
required to submit, in a cover letter to GSA, the following aggregate
(a) Aggregate number of authorized other than coach-class trips
that are protected from disclosure;
(b) Total cost of actual other than coach-class fares paid that
exceeded the coach-class fare; and
(c) Total cost of coach class fares that would have been paid for
the same travel.
NOTE to Sec.  300-70.103: If the aggregate information is also
protected from public disclosure then a negative report must be
submitted to GSA.
CHAPTER 301--TEMPORARY DUTY (TDY) TRAVEL ALLOWANCES
PART 301-2--GENERAL RULES
9. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 301-2 continues to read as
Authority:  5 U.S.C 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353; 49 U.S.C. 40118.
10. Amend Sec.  301-2.5 by revising paragraph (a) to read as follows:
Sec.  301-2.5  What travel arrangements require specific authorization
or prior approval?
(a) Use of other than coach-class service on common carrier
transportation;
PART 301-10--TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES
11. The authority for 41 CFR Part 301-10 continues to read as follows:
Authority:  5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c); 40 U.S.C. 40118,
Office of Management and Budget Circular No. A-126, ``Improving the
Management and Use of Government Aircraft.'' Revised April 28, 2006.
12. Amend Sec.  301-10.105 by revising paragraph (b) to read as
Sec.  301-10.105   What are the basic requirements for using airlines?
(b) Using coach-class service, unless other than coach-class
service is authorized:
13. Revise Sec.  301-10.121 to read as follows:
Sec.  301-10.121  What classes of airline accommodations are available?
Airlines are constantly updating their offerings. However, for the
purposes of this regulation, the classes of available air
accommodations are identified and defined as follows:
(a) Coach-class. The basic class of accommodation by airlines that
is normally the lowest fare offered regardless of airline terminology
used. For reference purposes only, coach-class may also be referred to
by airlines as ``tourist class,'' ``economy class,'' or as ``single
class'' when the airline offers only one class of accommodations to all
(b) Other than coach-class. Any class of accommodations above
coach-class, e.g., first-class or business-class.
(1) First-class. The highest class of accommodation offered by the
airlines in terms of cost and amenities. This is generally termed
``first-class'' by airlines and reservation systems.
(2) Business-class. A class of accommodation offered by airlines
that is higher than coach and lower than first-class, in both cost and
amenities. This class of accommodation is generally referred to as
``business, business elite, business first, world business,
connoisseur, or envoy'' depending on the airline.
Note to Sec.  301-10.121: If an airline flight has only two
classes of accommodations available, i.e., two ``cabins'', with two
distinctly different seating types (such as girth and pitch) and the
front cabin is termed ``business-class'' or higher by the airline
and the tickets are fare-coded as business-class, then the front of
the cabin is deemed to be other than coach-class. Alternatively, if
an airline flight has only two cabins available but equips both with
one type of seating, (i.e., seating girth and pitch are the same in
both cabins), and the seats in the front of the airplane are fare
coded as full-fare economy class, and only restricted economy fares
are available in the back of the aircraft, then the entire aircraft
is to be classified as coach-class seating. In this second
situation, qualifying for other than coach-class travel is not
required to purchase a non-restricted economy fare seat in the front
of the aircraft as the entire aircraft is considered ``coach-
class.''
Sec.  301-10.123  When may I use other than coach-class airline
accommodations?
Government travelers are required to exercise the same care in
incurring expenses that a prudent person would exercise if traveling on
personal business when making official travel arrangements, and
therefore, should consider the least expensive class of travel that
meets their needs. You may use the lowest other than coach-class
airline accommodations only when your agency specifically authorizes/
approves such use as specified in paragraphs (a) and (b) of this
(a) Your agency may authorize/approve first class accommodations if
any of the following apply:
(1) No coach-class accommodations are reasonably available.
``Reasonably available'' means available on an airline that is
scheduled to leave within 24 hours of your proposed departure time, or
scheduled to arrive within 24 hours of your proposed arrival time;
(2) When use of other than coach-class is necessary to accommodate
a medical disability or other special need.
(i) A disability must be certified annually in a written statement
by a competent medical authority. However, if the disability is a
lifelong condition, then a one-time certification statement is
required. Certification statements must include at a minimum:
(A) A written statement by a competent medical authority stating
that special accommodation is necessary;
(B) An approximate duration of the special accommodation; and
(C) A recommendation as to the suitable class of transportation
accommodations based on the disability.
(ii) A special need must be certified annually in writing according
to your agency's procedures. However, if the special need is a lifelong
condition, then a one-time certification statement is required;
(iii) If you are authorized under Sec.  301-13.3(a) of this
Subchapter to have an attendant accompany you, your agency may also
authorize the attendant to use other than coach-class accommodations if
you require the attendant's services en route;
(3) When exceptional security circumstances require other than
coach-class airline accommodations. Exceptional security circumstances
are determined by your agency and should only be authorized up to the
minimum other than coach-class accommodation necessary. These
circumstances include, but are not limited to:
(i) Use of coach-class accommodations would endanger your life or
Government property;
(ii) You are an agent on protective detail and you are accompanying
an individual authorized to use other than coach-class accommodations;
(iii) You are a courier or control officer accompanying controlled
pouches or packages;
(4) When required because of agency mission, consistent with your
agency's internal procedures pursuant to Sec.  301-70.102(i).
(b) Your agency may authorize/approve business-class accommodations
if any of the following apply:
agency's procedures. However, if the special need is a lifelong
are determined by your agency and should only be authorized to the
minimum other than coach-class accommodation necessary to meet the
agency's mission. These circumstances include, but are not limited to:
(3) Coach-class accommodations on an authorized/approved foreign
air carrier do not provide adequate sanitation or health standards;
(4) Regularly scheduled flights between origin/destination points
(including connecting points) provide only other than coach-class
accommodations and you certify such on your voucher;
(5) Your transportation costs are paid in full through agency
acceptance of payment from a non-Federal source in accordance with
Chapter 304 of this Title;
(6) Where the origin and/or destination are OCONUS, and the
scheduled flight time, including stopovers and change of planes, is in
excess of 14 hours, in accordance with Sec.  301-10.125;
(7) The use results in an overall cost savings to the Government by
avoiding additional subsistence costs, overtime, or lost productive
time while awaiting coach-class accommodations;
(8) No space is available in coach-class accommodations in time to
accomplish the mission, which is urgent and cannot be postponed; or
Note 1 to Sec.  301-10.123: You may upgrade to other than coach-
class accommodations at your personal expense, including through
redemption of frequent flyer benefits.
Note 2 to Sec.  301-10.123: Blanket authorization of other than
coach-class transportation accommodations is prohibited and shall be
authorized on an individual trip-by-trip basis, unless the traveler
has an up-to-date documented disability or special need.
Sec.  301-10.124  What are coach-class Seating Upgrade Programs?
Sometimes these programs are called ``Coach Elite,'' ``Coach
Plus,'' ``Preferred Coach'' or some other identifier. Under these
airline programs, a passenger may obtain for a fee a more desirable
seat choice within the coach-class cabin. These airline upgrade or
preferred seat choices are generally available for an annual fee, at an
airport kiosk or gate or as a frequent flier perk. These coach upgrade
options are not considered a new or higher class of accommodation since
the seating is still in the coach cabin. However, the use of these
upgraded/preferred coach seating options is generally a traveler's
personal choice and therefore is at the traveler's personal expense. An
agency travel authorization approving official or his/her designee
(e.g., supervisor of the traveler) may authorize and reimburse the
additional seat choice fee, according to internal agency policy.
16. Add Sec.  301-10.125 to read as follows:
Sec.  301-10.125  When may I use the 14-hour rule to travel other than
coach-class (see Sec.  301-10.123(b)(6))?
(a) You may use the 14-hour rule to travel via other than coach-
class when:
(1) The origin and/or destination are OCONUS; and
(2) The scheduled flight time, including non-overnight stopovers
and change of planes, is in excess of 14 hours; and
(3) You are required to report to duty the following day or sooner.
(b) Scheduled flight time is the flight time between the
originating departure point and the ultimate arrival point including
scheduled non-overnight time spent at airports during plane changes.
Scheduled non-overnight time does not include time spent at the
originating or ultimate arrival airports.
(c) If other than coach-class accommodation is authorized based on
the 14-hour rule then you will not be eligible for a rest stop en route
or a rest period upon arrival at your duty site, in accordance with
internal agency procedures pursuant to Sec.  301-70.102(j).
17. Amend Sec.  301-10.160 by revising paragraph (c), removing
paragraph (d), and adding a note to the section to read as follows:
Sec.  301-10.160  What classes of train accommodations are available?
(c) Other than coach-class - Any class of accommodations above
coach, e.g., first-class or business-class.
(1) First-class--Includes bedrooms, roomettes, club service, parlor
car accommodations or other premium accommodations.
(2) Business-class--A class of extra fare train service that is
offered above coach class, but is lower than first-class, as described
Note to Sec.  301-10.160: If a train only has two classes of
accommodations available, i.e., first and business class, then the
business class is deemed to be classified as coach-class for
purposes of official travel, as it is the lowest class offered.
Sec.  301-10.161  What class of train accommodations must I use?
You must use coach-class accommodations for all train travel,
except when your agency authorizes other than coach-class service.
Sec.  301-10.162  When may I use other than coach-class train
You may use other than coach-class train accommodations only when
your agency specifically authorizes/approves this use under paragraphs
(a) through (e) of this section.
(a) No coach-class accommodations are reasonably available on a
train that is scheduled to leave within 24 hours of your proposed
departure time, or scheduled to arrive within 24 hours of your proposed
arrival time;
(b) When use of other than coach-class accommendations is necessary
to accommodate a medical disability or other special need.
(1) A disability must be certified annually in a written statement
(i) A written statement by a competent medical authority stating
(ii) An approximate duration of the special accommodation; and
(iii) A recommendation as to the suitable class of transportation
(2) A special need must be certified annually in writing according
condition, then
a one-time certification statement is required;
(3) If you are authorized under Sec.  301-13.3(a) of this
(c) When exceptional security circumstances require other than
coach-class rail accommodations. Exceptional security circumstances are
determined by your agency and should only be authorized to the minimum
other than coach-class accommodation necessary to meet the agency's
mission. These circumstances include, but are not limited to:
(1) Use of coach-class accommodations would endanger your life or
(2) You are an agent on protective detail and you are accompanying
(3) You are a courier or control officer accompanying controlled
(d) Coach-class accommodations on an authorized/approved foreign
rail carrier do not provide adequate sanitation or health standards; or
(e) When required because of agency mission, consistent with your
Sec.  301-10.164  When may I use extra-fare train service?
You may use extra-fare train service whenever your agency
determines it is more advantageous to the Government or is required for
security reasons. Extra-fare train service is considered to be a class
above the lowest class offered on any particular train and must be
authorized/approved as provided in Sec.  301-10.162.
21. Amend Sec.  301-10.182 by revising paragraphs (a) and (b) to read
Sec.  301-10.182  What classes of ship accommodations are available?
(a) Other than lowest first-class--All classes above the lowest
first-class, includes but is not limited to a suite.
(b) Lowest first-class--The least expensive class of reserved
accommodations available on a ship.
22. Amend Sec.  301-10.183 by revising the introductory paragraph and
paragraphs (b) and (c), and adding paragraph (d), to read as follows:
Sec.  301-10.183  What class of ship accommodations must I use?
You must use the lowest first-class accommodations when traveling
by ship, except when your agency specifically authorizes/approves your
use of other than lowest first-class ship accommodations under
paragraphs (a) through (d) of this section.
(b) When use of other than lowest first-class accommodations is
necessary to accommodate a medical disability or other special need.
authorize the attendant to use other than lowest first-class class
accommodations if you require the attendant's services en route;
lowest first-class travel. Exceptional security circumstances are
other than lowest first-class travel accommodation necessary to meet
the agency's mission. These circumstances include, but are not limited
(1) The use of lowest first-class accommodations would endanger
your life or Government property; or
an individual authorized to use other than lowest first-class
accommodations; or
pouches or packages.
(d) When required because of agency mission, consistent with your
PART 301-13--TRAVEL OF AN EMPLOYEE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
23. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 301-13 continues to read as
Authority: 5 U.S.C. 5707.
24. Amend Sec.  301-13.3 by revising paragraph (f) to read as follows:
Sec.  301-13.3  What additional travel expenses may my agency pay under
this Part?
(f) Other than coach-class accommodations to accommodate your
special need, under Subpart B of Part 301-10 of this Subchapter; and
PART 301-50--ARRANGING FOR TRAVEL SERVICES
Authority:  5 U.S.C. 5707; 40 U.S.C. 121(c).
26. Amend Sec.  301-50.8 by revising paragraph (a)(2) to read as
Sec.  301-50.8  Are there any limits on travel arrangements I may make?
(a) * * *
(2) You may use other than coach-class accommodations only under
Sec. Sec.  301-10.123 and 301-10.162, and lowest first-class
accommodations only under Sec.  301-10.183 of this Chapter; and
PART 301-70--INTERNAL POLICY AND PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS
27. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 301-70 is revised to read as
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), Office of Management and
Budget Circular No. A-126, ``Improving the Management and Use of
Government Aircraft,'' revised May 22, 1992 and OMB Circular No. A-
123, Appendix B, ``Improving the Management of Government Charge
Card Programs,'' revised January 15, 2009.
28. Amend Sec.  301-70.102 by revising paragraph (b)(1); removing
``and'' at the end of paragraph (g); removing the period at the end of
paragraph (h)(3) and adding a semicolon in its place; and adding
paragraphs (i) and (j) to read as follows:
Sec.  301-70.102  What governing policies must we establish for
authorization and payment of transportation expenses?
(b) * * *
(1) Use of other than coach-class transportation accommodations for
air and rail under Sec. Sec.  301-10.123 and 301-10.162, and lowest
first-class accommodations for ship under Sec.  301-10.183 of this
chapter.
(i) Develop and issue internal guidance on what specific mission
criteria justify approval of the use of other than coach-class
transportation under Sec. Sec.  301-10.123(a)(4), 301-10.123(b)(9), and
301-10.162(e) or the use of other than lowest first-class under Sec.
301-10.183(d). The justification criteria shall be entered in the
remarks section of the traveler's travel authorization; and
(j) Develop and publish internal guidance regarding what
constitutes a rest period upon arrival at a temporary duty location.
PART 301-71-AGENCY TRAVEL ACCOUNTABILITY REQUIREMENTS
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).
30. Amend Sec.  301-71.105 by revising paragraph (a) to read as
Sec.  301-71.105  Must we issue a written or electronic travel
authorization in advance of travel?
(a) Use of other than coach-class service accommodation on common
carriers or use of other than lowest first-class accommodation on
ships;
31. Amend Appendix C to Chapter 301 by revising the tables under the
headings ``Commercial Transportation Information'' and ``Travel Expense
Information'' to read as follows:
Appendix C to Chapter 301--Standard Data Elements for Federal Travel
Commercial Transportation Information
Group name                      Data elements                         Description
Transportation Payment................  ........................               Method employee used to purchase
transportation tickets
Method Indicator......................                      GTR          U.S. Government Transportation Request
Central Billing Account           A contractor centrally billed account
Government Charge Card    In accordance with and as provided by agency
Transportation Payment Identification         Payment ID Number    A number that identifies the payment for the
Number...............................                              transportation tickets, according to agency
guidelines, e.g., GTR number, Govt. contractor-
issued charge card number
Transportation Method Indicator.......   Air (other than coach-    Common carrier used as transportation to TDY
class)                                        location
Air (coach-class)
Non-contract Air, Train,
Local Transportation Indicator........   POV, Car rental, Taxi,   Identifies local transportation used while on
Other                                             TDY
Travel Expense Information
Per Diem..............................     Total Number of Days     The number of days traveler claims to be on
per diem status, for each official travel
Total Amount Claimed      The amount of money traveler claims as per
diem expense
Lodging, Meals &
Incidentals
Travel Advance........................      Advance Outstanding   The amount of travel advance outstanding, when
the employee files the travel claim
Remaining Balance   The amount of the travel advance that remains
Subsistence...........................              Actual Days       Total number of days the employee charged
actual subsistence expenses
........................      The number of days must be expressed as a
Total Actual Amount     Total amount of actual subsistence expenses
claimed as authorized. Actual subsistence
rate, per day, may not exceed the maximum
subsistence expense rate established for
official travel by the Federal Travel
Transportation Method Cost............   Air (other than coach-          The amount of money the transportation
class)   actually cost the traveler, entered according
to method of transportation
Non-contract Air, Train
Other             Bus or other form of transportation
Local Transportation (in, around, or                POV mileage             Total number of miles driven in POV
about the temporary duty station)....
POV mileage expense     Total amount claimed as authorized based on
mileage rate. Different mileage rates apply
based on type and use of the POV
Car rental, Taxis, Other
Constructive cost.....................        Constructive cost    The difference between the amount authorized
to spend versus the amount claimed
Reclaim...............................           Reclaim amount         An amount of money previously denied as
reimbursement for which additional
justification is now provided
Total Claim...........................              Total claim   The sum of the amount of money claimed for per
diem, actual subsistence, mileage,
transportation method cost, and other expenses
PART 304-3--EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY
32. The authority citation for 41 CFR Part 304-3 continues to read as
Authority:  5 U.S.C. 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353.
33. Revise Sec.  304-3.9 to read as follows:
Sec.  304-3.9  May I use other than coach-class accommodation on common
carriers or other than lowest first-class accommodations on ships when
a non-Federal source pays in full for my transportation expenses to
attend a meeting?
Yes, you may use other than coach-class accommodation on common
carriers if you meet one of the criteria contained in Sec.  301-10.123
or Sec.  301-10.162 or you may use other than lowest first-class travel
if you meet one of the criteria contained in Sec.  301-10.183 of this
Title, and are authorized to do so by your agency in accordance with
Sec.  304-5.5 of this Chapter.
Sec.  304-3.10  [Removed and Reserved]
34. Remove and reserve Sec.  304-3.10.
PART 304-5--AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES
Authority:  5 U.S.C. 5707; 31 U.S.C. 1353
Sec.  304-5.5  May we authorize an employee to travel by other than
coach-class on common carriers or other than lowest first-class on
ships if we accept payment in full from a non-Federal source for such
transportation expenses?
Yes, you may authorize an employee to travel by other than coach-
class on common carriers or other than lowest first-class on ships as
long as the:
(a) Non-Federal source makes full payment for such transportation
services in advance of travel; and
(b) Transportation accommodations furnished are comparable in value
to those offered to, or purchased by other similarly situated meeting
attendees; and
(c) Travel meets at least one of the conditions in Sec. Sec.  301-
10.123, 301-10.162, and 301-10.183 of this Title.
Sec.  304-5.6  [Removed]
37. Remove Sec.  304-5.6.
Sec.  304-5.7  [Redesignated as Sec.  304-5.6]
38. Section Sec.  304-5.7 is redesignated as Sec.  304-5.6.
[FR Doc. E9-25749 Filed 10-26-09; 8:45 am]
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Students of JIFSA have to undergo full-time regular classes, compulsory different industrial exposure and mandatory part of 15 days practical training program in our training ground itself in Korba ( C.G) which is associated in 10 acres of land with all fire & safety equipments, fire engine vehicle, advance techniques and equipments, trained by experienced industrial employees where students of every centre get trained for each and every Fire & Safety measures of different Industries , Constructions sites , Airports, Hospitals, Malls etc. which develop the each students skills and knowledge about the particular fields.
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When you look up renaissance man in the dictionary, there should be a picture of Ray Barbee. He's a pioneer of street skating, an accomplished photographer, and he's an incredible musician. At this point, he's probably equally known for all three. But what's most interesting about Ray is that there's an artistic cohesion in all of his creative pursuits. Ray just dropped a new album titled Tiara for Computer on Japan's Space Shower Music. Being an import, it's just now hitting the States, and isn't available on streaming platforms just yet. But you can preview the 11-track release above. Have a listen and envision Ray cruising down the street doing every step-hop variation imaginable. This is the audio version of that.


When your child is sick, your holiday will look different.
Can you pursue motherhood and dreams?
I don't have it figured out. I'm not even close. But this morning I woke up and accepted the challenge: try to be a mother and something else.


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"Feel the Heat" by Jean Beauvoir
Pop Bits: Beauvoir is probably best known for being a member of the infamous punk band The Plasmatics. It was while he was in the band that he created his signature look - a large blonde Mohawk that he would sport for most of his career. Being in a highly influential and talked about band such as The Plasmatics was great exposure for bassist Beauvoir, but he had aspirations for something more. After two albums with the band, he left to start a solo career. Unfortunately, it seemed no one was interested in Beauvoir as a solo artist. He got offers to perform with other artists such as Prince and Billy Idol, but that wasn't what he was looking for. He was finally convinced to join another band when Springsteen cohort Steven Van Zandt came calling. Beauvoir joined Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul and stayed with them for two albums. With that experience under his belt, Beauvoir was then able to secure a solo deal with Virgin Records in the UK. He then recorded his debut solo album Drums Along the Mohawk, which was issued out around Europe. The LP got the attention of Columbia Records and they picked it up for release in the US. Also around this time, Sylvester Stallone had heard the track "Feel the Heat" and wanted it in his upcoming film Cobra. Everything came together in the summer of '86 with this song being pushed out as a single along with the release of Beauvoir's album and the Cobra soundtrack. The song got a bit of attention and was able to reach the Pop chart, but only for a couple of months. Beauvoir's album would get to #93 while the soundtrack would make it to #100. The song would be Beauvoir's only one to reach the Pop chart. He would do one more album for Columbia/Virgin that failed to make an impression before heading up two bands, Voodoo X and Crown of Thorns, and working as a songwriter/producer for many major artists.
ReduxReview: Any Plasmatics fans who were looking for some punk-ish rock from Beauvoir's debut were going to be disappointed. Thanks in part to his time with Van Zandt, Beauvoir decided to go down the AOR lane and this first track led the way. Filled out with 80s synths, the song sounded like a good fit for Rock radio, yet it got ignored there. It tried to make inroads at pop, but besides the repeated title, there wasn't much to really hook in listeners. It worked well for a film song, but if Stallone was looking for a Rocky-sized hit a la Survivor, this one was not it. The tune just wasn't all that memorable.
Trivia: Double Shot! 1) Beauvoir got his break in punk rock and he stayed in rock music after with his solo efforts and work with artists like Kiss and The Ramones. Later on he got offers to branch out to different areas of music and ended up writing songs for artists like Nona Hendryx, John Waite, and NSYNC. His 2003 solo album Chameleon even featured a co-write with Lionel Richie titled "I Wanna Know." Beauvoir has adapted as music tastes change and perhaps his most surprising venture has been in the world of K-Pop. He co-wrote a track for the K-Pop group Shinee's EP Everybody in 2013. The EP would reach #1 in Korea and #2 on the Billboard World Albums chart. Two years later, Beauvoir contributed to the debut solo EP by Shinee member Jonghyun. He co-wrote the song "Crazy (Guilty Pleasure)," which made it to #5 in Korea and #15 on the Billboard World Songs chart. 2) Prior to Beauvoir moving to NYC and joining up with The Plasmatics, he had been working in an entirely different style of music. In his mid-teens, Beauvoir was selected to be a member of the old doo-wop vocal group The Flamingos. That group's heyday was in the late 50s and early 60s when they scored several charting song including their #3 R&B/#11 Pop version of the classic standard "I Only Have Eyes for You." Over the years, the group would continue to tour with various members drifting in and out. Beauvoir became the youngest member to ever be in the group when he toured with them.
45 Records Man May 3, 2019 at 6:14 PM
This is a decent little tune. The Plasmatics were a REALLY cool and shocking band. Also, can you please check out my blog called The Jackson's 45's Bizarro Fun Blog when you can? Thanks. And make sure to comment there as well.
"Land of La La" by Stevie Wonder
"Hanging on a Heart Attack" by Device
"Headlines" by Midnight Star
"Modern Woman" by Billy Joel
"Glory of Love" by Peter Cetera
"All the Love in the World" by The Outfield

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Battle Streamers
The Revolutionary War 1775-1783
Quasi-War with France 1798-1801
Barbary Wars
African Slave Trade Patrol
West Indian Pirates
Spanish-American War 1898
Philippine Insurrection
Latin American Campaigns
Second Nicaraguan Campaign
Yangtze Service
World War II-American Theater
World War II-Asiatic-Pacific Theater
World War II European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign
Korean Service
Armed Forces Expeditionary Service
Vietnam Service
Southwest Asia Service
Unit Citations
Flag Sizes
Origins of the U.S. Navy Flag
Submarine Battle Flags
The U.S. Navy's Jack
World War I (WWI)
World War I 1917-1918
Recognizing the dependence of Great Britain on ocean communications, Germany launched an intense submarine campaign to bring the British to terms, and very nearly did so. Indiscriminate sinkings with accompanying loss of life led the United States into war.
After American entry, the outcome hinged upon maintaining a steady flow of troops and supplies across the ocean to the battlefields of France. A vast convoy system of merchant ships, destroyers, and cruisers went into operation and dramatically reduced ship losses. Naval aircraft, flying from European bases, aided in the antisubmarine effort including the bombing of Zeebrugge and Ostend. Large U. S. Navy minelayers laid some 60,000 mines in the great North Sea mine barrier designed to deny German submarines access to the open sea.
A variety of craft were mobilized in opposition to U-boats which had deployed to the U.S. Atlantic coast. Escorted by destroyers, the Cruiser Transportation Force and the Naval Overseas Transportation Service participated in carrying over 2 million soldiers and 6.5 million tons of cargo to Europe.
Not one American soldier on his way to France was lost to submarine action. A division of U.S. battleships joined the British Grand Fleet in the North Sea to contain the German High Seas Fleet and thus prevent its contesting the control of the sea. In the Mediterranean, U.S. subchasers distinguished themselves in protecting allied ships from submarine attack. And U.S. naval elements fought ashore in France when 14-inch guns, mounted on railroad cars and served by seaman gunners, effectively bombarded enemy concentrations at long range.
In the final analysis, control of the sea approaches to Europe made victory possible.
1 Silver Star
1. Atlantic convoy operations
2. Western Atlantic operations
3. Operations in Northern European waters
4. Mediterranean operations
5. Operations on the European continent
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After being chosen as a co-winner of the photography part of last year's International Fashion and Photography Festival, Hyères, the fashion winner, Matthew Cunnington, approached Amira Fritz and asked whether she would be interested in taking photos of his collection. Amira agreed, and the resulting collaboration had them drive across the Bavarian countryside, casting local women as models.
These first three photos show some of the results from this collaboration. A technical note is required: The jpegs fail to reproduce the very subtle tonings of Amira's analog prints. What's more, what look like golden haloes are, in fact, just that: a thin layer of gold, applied to the prints.
While collaborating with the fashion winner is not a guaranteed part of the Festival, having to shoot the work of the ten fashion designers hoping to win the next year is. This clearly is one of the many perks that many other photo festivals can't match: Where else does a young fine-art photographer get to do an actual fashion shoot (in this case in a photo studio in Paris)? The remaining photographs are three of the ten photos Amira shot for the 2009 Festival.
Note that, again, the jpegs don't do the actual photos much justice.
The flowers in all the photos tie in with Amira's non-fashion work. Different flowers have different meanings, as is probably not very commonly known any longer (many people probably only know when and how to use red roses). Those interested in this can find a huge list here.


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John Kay and Jim Babka join host Dennis Tubbergen
By Dennis Tubbergen | June 28, 2016 | 0
On this week's Everything Financial Radio host Dennis Tubbergen @DennisTubbergen talks with John Kay and Jim Babka.
John Kay CBE FRSE FBA @JohnKayFT is a British economist. He is a visiting Professor of Economics at the London School of Economics and has been a fellow of St John's College, Oxford, since 1970. His latest book is out "Other People's Money: The Real Business of Finance"
Jim Babka @JimBabka is a writer, activist, and former radio talk-show host. He currently serves as president of the Downsize DC Foundation and DownsizeDC.org Inc. @DownsizeDC
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