05-593. Notice of Intent To Request Public Comments  

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    AGENCY:

    Federal Trade Commission.

    ACTION:

    Notice of intent to request public comments.

    SUMMARY:

    As part of its ongoing systematic review of all Federal Trade Commission rules and guides, the Commission gives notice that, during 2005, it intends to request public comments on the two rules listed below. The Commission will request comments on, among other things, the economic impact of, and the continuing need for, the rules; possible conflict between the rules and state, local, or other federal laws or regulations; and the effect on the rules of any technological, economic, or other industry changes. No Commission determination on the need for or the substance of the rules should be inferred from the intent to publish request for comments. In addition, the Commission announces a revised 10-year regulatory review schedule.

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    FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

    Further details may be obtained from the contract person listed for the particular rule.

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    SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

    The Commission intends to initiate a review of and solicit public comments on the following rules during 2005:

    (1) Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule, 16 CFR part 312. Agency Contracts: Karen Muoio, (202) 326-2491, and Rona Kelner, (202) 326-2752, Federal Trade Commission, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Division of Advertising Practices, 600 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20580.

    (2) Deceptive Advertising as to Sizes of Viewable Pictures Shown by Television Receiving Sets Rule, 16 CFR part 410. Agency Contact: Neil Blickman, (202) 326-3038, Federal Trade Commission, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Division of Advertising Practices, 600 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20580.

    As part of its ongoing program to review all current Commission rules and guides, the Commission also has tentatively scheduled reviews of other rules and guides for 2006 through 2015. A copy of this tentative schedule is appended. The Commission, in its discretion, may modify or reorder the schedule in the future to incorporate new legislative rules, or to respond to external factors (such as changes in the law) or other considerations.

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    Authority: 15 U.S.C. 41-58.

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    By direction of the Commission.

    Donald S. Clark,

    Secretary.

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    APPENDIX

    Regulatory Review Modified Ten-Year Schedule

    16 CFR PartTopicYear to review
    18Guides for the Nursery Industry2006
    311Recycled Oil Rule2006
    444Credit Practices Rule2006
    455Used Car Rule2006
    24Guides for Select Leather and Imitation Leather Products2007
    435Mail or Telephone Order Merchandise Rule2007
    500Regulations Under Section 4 of the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA)2007
    501Exemptions from Part 500 of the FPLA2007
    502Regulations Under Section 5(C) of the FPLA2007
    503Statements of General Policy or Interpretations Under the FPLA2007
    424Retail Food Store Advertising and Marketing Practices Rule2008
    305Appliance Labeling Rule2008
    306Automotive Fuel Ratings, Certification and Posting Rule2008
    429Cooling Off Rule2008
    601Summary of Consumer Rights, Notice of User Responsibilities, and Notice of Furnisher Responsibilities under the Fair Credit Reporting Act2008
    254Guides for Private Vocational and Distance Education Schools2009
    260Guides for the use of Environmental Marketing Claims2009
    300Rules and Regulations under the Wool Products Labeling Act2009
    301Rules and Regulations under the Fur Products Labeling Act2009
    303Rules and Regulations under the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act2009
    425Rule Concerning the Use of Negative Option Plans2009
    239Guides for the Advertising of Warranties and Guarantees2010
    433Preservation of Consumers' Claims and Defenses Rule2010
    700Interpretations of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act2010
    701Disclosure of Written Consumer Product Warranty Terms and Conditions2010
    702Pre-sale Availability of Written Warranty Terms2010
    703Informal Dispute Settlement Procedures2010
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    23Guides for the Jewelry, Precious Metals, and Pewter Industries2011
    423Care Labeling Rule2011
    14Administrative Interpretations, General Policy Statements, and Enforceable Policy Statements2011
    20Guides for the Rebuilt, Reconditions and Other Used Automobile Parts Industry2012
    233Guides Against Deceptive Pricing2012
    238Guides Against Bait Advertising2012
    240Guides for Advertising Allowances and Other Merchandising Payments and Services2012
    251Guide Concerning Use of the Word “Free” and Similar Representations2012
    259Guide Concerning Fuel Economy Advertising for New Automobiles2012
    310Telemarketing Sales Rule2013
    801Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act Coverage Rules2013
    802Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act Exemption Rules2013
    803Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act Transmittal Rules2013
    304Rules and Regulations under the Hobby Protection Act2014
    309Labeling Requirements for Alternative Fuels and Alternative Fueled Vehicles2014
    314Standards for Safeguarding Customer Information2014
    456Ophthalmic Practice Rules2015
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    [FR Doc. 05-593 Filed 1-11-05; 8:45 am]

    BILLING CODE 6750-01-M

Document Information

Published:
01/12/2005
Department:
Federal Trade Commission
Entry Type:
Proposed Rule
Action:
Notice of intent to request public comments.
Document Number:
05-593
Pages:
2074-2075 (2 pages)
PDF File:
05-593.pdf
CFR: (1)
16 CFR None