§ 248.3 - Definitions.

(a) Periodicals within the purview of this part are: Any classified or unclassified DoD magazine or newsletter-type publication published at regular intervals, at least semiannually, for the purpose of disseminating information and material necessary to the issuing activity, with a continuing policy as to format, content, and purpose. Periodicals are nondirective in nature and are usually published to inform and motivate DoD personnel, increase their knowledge, or improve their performance.

(b) Classes of periodicals are:

(1) Class I: Total annual cost is $20,000, or more.

(2) Class II: Total annual cost is less than $20,000, but more than $5,000.

(3) Class III: Total annual cost is $5,000, or less.

(c) The term “DoD personnel” refers to military and civilian members of the DoD Components.