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**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT :**  You may obtain copies of the proposed information collection and supporting documents from John Tuten CRC Comments, Suite 1150, 1800 North Kent Street, Rosslyn, VA 22202, who may be reached on 571–344–6024 or at tutenjc@state.gov

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**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :** 

We are soliciting public comments to permit the Department to:

• Evaluate whether the proposed information collection is necessary to properly perform our functions.

• Evaluate the accuracy of our estimate of the burden of the proposed collection, including the validity of the methodology and assumptions used.

• Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected.

• Minimize the reporting burden on those who are to respond.
Abstract of Proposed Collection

The information collected is an important part of the Department’s responsibility to coordinate U.S. Government planning; institutionalize U.S. conflict prevention and stabilization capacity; and help stabilize societies in transition from conflict or civil strife so they can reach a sustainable path toward peace, democracy, and a market economy. The information gathered will be used to identify Civilian Response Corps members who are available to participate in CRC missions.
Methodology

Respondents will complete an electronic DS–4096 application via the Web site ( www.crs.state.gov ).
Dated: August 2, 2012. Scott N. Decker, Deputy Director, Office of Civilian Response Corp, Bureau of Conflict & Stabilization Operations, Department of State.
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**BILLING CODE 4710–10–P DEPARTMENT OF STATE** 

**[Public Notice 7975]**

**In the Matter of the Designation of Azzam Abdullah Zureik Al-Maulid Al**  **Subhi, Also Known as Azzam al-Subhi, Also Known as Mansur al-Harbi, Also**  **Known as Azam Abdullah Razeeq Al Mouled Alsbhua, Also Known as Abu**  **Muslem al-Maky, Also Known as Abu Suliman al-Harbi, Also Known as Abu**  **Abdalla al-Harbi, Also Known as Azam A.R. Alsbhua; as a Specially**  **Designated Global Terrorist Pursuant to Section 1(b) of Executive Order**  **13224, as Amended.**

Acting under the authority of and in accordance with section 1(b) of Executive Order 13224 of September 23, 2001, as amended by Executive Order 13268 of July 2, 2002, and Executive Order 13284 of January 23, 2003, I hereby determine that the individualknown as Azzam Abdullah Zureik AlMaulid Al-Subhi, also known as Azzamal-Subhi, also known as Mansur alHarbi, also known as Azam Abdullah Razeeq Al Mouled Alsbhua, also known as Abu Muslem al-Maky, also known as Abu Suliman al-Harbi, also known as Abu Abdalla al-Harbi, also known as Azam A.R. Alsbhua, committed, or poses a significant risk of committing, acts of terrorism that threaten the security of U.S. nationals or the national security, foreign policy, or economy of the United States.

Consistent with the determination in Section 10 of Executive Order 13224 that ‘‘prior notice to persons determined to be subject to the Order who might have a constitutional presence in the United States would render ineffectual the blocking and other measures authorized in the Order because of the ability to transfer funds instantaneously,’’ I determine that no prior notice needs to be provided to any person subject to this determination who might have a constitutional presence in the United States, because to do so would render ineffectual the measures authorized in the Order.

This notice shall be published in the Federal Register

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Dated: July 18, 2012. Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State.
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**BILLING CODE 4710–10–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION** 

**Office of the Secretary**

**Notice of Applications for Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity**  **and Foreign Air Carrier Permits Filed Under Subpart B (Formerly Subpart Q)**  **During the Week Ending July 21, 2012**

The following Applications for Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity and Foreign Air Carrier Permits were filed under Subpart B (formerly Subpart Q) of the Department of Transportation’s Procedural Regulations (See 14 CFR 301.201 et.
seq. ). The due date for Answers, Conforming Applications, or Motions to Modify Scope are set forth below for each application. Following the Answer period DOT may process the application by expedited procedures. Such procedures may consist of the adoption of a show-cause order, a tentative order, or in appropriate cases a final order without further proceedings.

Docket Number: DOT–OST–2012–
0119.

Date Filed: July 17, 2012. Due Date for Answers, Conforming Applications, or Motion to Modify Scope: August 7, 2012.

Description: Application of Rizon Qatar Company W.L.L. (‘‘Rizon Jet’’) requesting a foreign air carrier permit to engage in charter foreign air transportation of persons and property between any point or points in the United States and any point or points in Qatar. Rizon Jet also requests exemption authority to engage in the above-described operations pending issuance of its foreign air carrier permit.

Docket Number: DOT–OST–2012–
0127.

Date Filed: July 19, 2012. Due Date for Answers, Conforming Applications, or Motion to Modify Scope: August 9, 2012.

Description: Application of PrivatAir GmbH requesting a foreign air carrier permit to engage in charter foreign air transportation of persons, property and mail co-extensive with the rights conferred on E.U. carriers by the U.S.- E.U. Air Transport Agreement, as follows: (i) From any point or points behind any Member State of the European Union via any point or points in any Member State and via intermediate points to any point or points in the United States and beyond; (ii) between any point or points in the United States and any point or points in


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any member of the European Common Aviation Area, and (iii) other charters.

Barbara J. Hairston, Supervisory Dockets Officer, Docket Operations, Alternate Federal Register Liaison.
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**BILLING CODE 4910–9X–P**

**DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION**

**Office of the Secretary of Transportation** 

**[Docket No. DOT–OST–2012–0124]**

**Notice of Transportation Services’ Transition From Paper to Electronic**  **Fare Media Comments, Response to Public Comments, and Final**  **Notification**

**AGENCY :**  Office of the Secretary, DOT.

**ACTION :**  Notice.

**SUMMARY :**  On March 29, 2011, and April 2, 2012, U.S. Department of Transportation’s Office of Transportation Services (TRANServe), located within the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration, published for public comment Notices of the adoption of a new program distribution methodology for transit benefits. To date, TRANServe has implemented its plan in three of the eight TRANServe Services Areas and continues to implement electronic fare media across the United States, ensuring that the implementation in the remaining five TRANServe Service Areas is consistent with applicable statutes and regulations. TRANServe’s plan is a two-year initiative designed to be responsive to industry changes and technological advances. Over time, many State and local transit authorities are transitioning, or have already transitioned, to electronic fare media, compelling the shift from a paper based system (vouchers) to an electronic fare media structure. Now that the Federal Register notification process is final, TRANServe will continue to engage all appropriate stakeholders through outreach and communication for assistance and advice.

**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT :**  Ms. Denise P. Wright, Business Office Manager, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.

**SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION :**  I. Background

On March 29, 2011, and April 2, 2012, TRANServe published for public comment Notices of its intent to adopt a new program distribution methodology for transit benefits. TRANServe provides service to over 250,000 transit benefit participants employed by over 100 federal organizations nationwide. Since the program’s inception, TRANServe has distributed the qualified transportation fringe benefit to participating Federal employees via a paper voucher process. In addition to a growing number of participants, many State and local transit authorities are transitioning, or have already transitioned, to electronic fare media, compelling the shift from a paper based system (vouchers) to an electronic fare media structure. TRANServe has also experienced rising program costs related to inventory, travel, and infrastructure support, requiring that TRANServe adopt a new distribution method from paper to electronic fare media. As a result, TRANServe is implementing an efficient and effective electronic fare media transition to its participating transit benefit agencies, consistent with statutory requirements in 49 U.S.C. 327, Administrative Working Capital Fund; 26 U.S.C. 132(f), Qualified Transportation Fringe; 31 U.S.C. 3302, Custodians of Money; Federal Employees Clean Air Incentives Act (Pub. L. 103–172); and Executive Order 13150, Federal Workforce Transportation. To date, for instance, TRANServe has shifted to electronic fare media in the following three of the eight TRANServe Service Areas:

Service Area 1—Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

Service Area 2 (Southeast)— Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and Louisiana.

Service Area 3 (Upper Midwest)— Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.

TRANServe intends to continue the implementation of electronic fare media across the United States within the five remaining areas, ensuring that such implementation is consistent with applicable statutes and regulations.

II. Discussion of Public Comments Received on TRANServe’s Adoption of a New Program Distribution Methodology for Transit Benefits

This section presents a summary of the significant comments submitted regarding the Federal Register Notices published on March 29, 2011, and April 2, 2012 on TRANServe’s adoption of a new program distribution methodology for transit benefits and TRANServe’s responses to those comments. TRANServe had received comments from interested individuals prior to this opportunity to comment. To provide a level playing field, TRANServe addresses all stakeholders’ comments, if applicable, via these overarching responses.

Comment: TRANServe should develop a method to allow federal employees to add funds to their benefit cards, possibly through a credit or debit card transaction, so the TRANServe benefit card could be used to pay for monthly passes that cost over $125.

Response: The U.S. Department of Treasury is the Administrator of the US Debit Card (USDC) Program, under which TRANServe has established the TRANServe Debit Card. Currently, the Treasury USDC Program does not offer a card product that delivers federal payments via a card with the capability of adding personal funds.

Comment: Suggest that TRANServe advise transit agencies of any changes or additions to their Bank Identification Number (BIN).

Response: TRANServe does not anticipate changes to the BIN number. But if there are any changes, TRANServe will continue to work with transit agencies for a smooth transition.

Comment: Commenters remarked that they would be willing to assist TRANServe in the adoption of an electronic distribution system through consultation and outreach.

Response: This Federal Register Notice comment period has provided an opportunity for stakeholders to assist and advise TRANServe as it transitions to electronic fare media for its participating agencies. However, TRANServe notes that there is no overarching Federal Agency responsible for Policy regarding the Transit Benefit Program.

Comment: Define Electronic Fare Media.

Response: TRANServe intends that the term ‘‘Electronic Fare Media’’ means electronic media that are excluded from gross income Section 132(a)(5) and 132(f) of the Internal Revenue Code and may encompass smartcards, debit or credit cards, or other electronic media that meet the applicable requirements.’’

Comment: Does TRANServe intend to load smart cards for any transit agencies other than WMATA? If so, which ones?

Response: At this time, TRANServe does not plan to load smart cards for any transit agency other than WMATA. However, TRANServe will take whatever steps are necessary to ensure that its new program distribution methodology for transit benefits is consistent with applicable legal requirements.