Approved,
consistent with and amended by ED's memos to OMB of 8/4 and 8/16.
In addition, ED will continue to meet the previous terms of clear
ance (from 10/9/97), providing the public with significant opport
unity to comment prior to any change in the definition of absolut e
priorities for areas of national need.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/2003
09/30/2003
10/31/2000
325
0
325
13,432
0
13,432
0
0
0
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