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	Proposed Date of
Regulation Being Considered	Promulgation	Need and Legal Basis for Action	Agency Contact
PUBLIC WELFARE
Child Protective Services Law 55 Pa. Code Ch. 3490	December 2001, as final.	This regulation incorporates the amendments to the Child Protective Services Law as a result of Act 127 of 1998. The major changes include: convening of an investigative team for the investigation of suspected child abuse; increased communication between county agencies and law enforcement officials; increased requirements for multi-disciplinary teams; increasing the length of time unfounded reports are retained; and expanded reporting requirements by county agencies to law enforcement officials.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Child Day Care Services 55 Pa. Code Chs. 3271, 3281, 3291	August 2001, as proposed.	This regulation is proposed in response to Governor's Executive Order 1996-1 and to strengthen health and safety requirements in the regulation. The regulation will impact child day care centers, group day care homes and family day care homes. 55 Pa. Code, Chapter 3300, Specialized Day Care Service for Children with Disabilities, will be rescinded in order to comply with the provisions of the Americans With Disabilities Act.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Adolescent and Adult Part Day Regulations 28 Pa. Code Chs. 704 and 709 (Subchapters C, H and I) (3 facility types) Staffing Requirements for Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facilities Standards for Licensure of Freestanding Treatment Facilities 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2390 Vocational Facilities 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2380 Adult Training Facilities 55 Pa. Code Chapter 5200 Psychiatric Outpatient Clinics 55 Pa. Code Chapter 5210 Partial Hospitalization 6 Pa. Code Chapter 11 Older Adult Daily Living Centers	March 2002 as proposed.	DPW, DOH and PDA are consolidating nine sets of regulations into one chapter of regulations. Each agency will retain its statutory authority. Regulations will include common administrative standards and common health and safety standards for all facilities included, as well as unique program standards for each facility type.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Adult Residential Regulations 28 Pa. Code Chapters 704 and 709 (Subchapters C and E)     (2 facility types) Staffing Requirements for Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facilities Standards for Licensure of Freestanding Treatment Facilities 55 Pa. Code Chapter 6500 Family Living Homes 55 Pa. Code Chapter 5310 Community Residential Rehabilitation Services for the Mentally Ill 55 Pa. Code Chapter 5320 Long Term Structured Residence 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2620 Personal Care Home Licensing Also (no current regs.--regulated under Article X): Residential Treatment Facilities for Adults Residential Crisis Intervention	April 2002, as proposed.	DPW, DOH and PDA are consolidating eight sets of regulations into one chapter of regulations. Each agency will retain its statutory authority. Regulations will include common administrative and health and safety standards for all facilities included, as well as unique program standards for each facility type.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Administration of County Children and Youth Programs 55 Pa. Code Ch. 3130	December 2002, as proposed.	This regulation incorporates the amendments to the Juvenile Act as a result of Act 126 of 1998 and the final form federal regulations (effective March 27, 2000) for Title IV-B and Title IV-E funding for child welfare services for children in their own homes and for children receiving placement services. Major changes include: Permanency Hearings and the matters to be determined; requirements related to reasonable efforts including aggravated circumstances, contrary to the welfare and best interests; and redefining permanency goals for children.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Subsidized Child Day Care Eligibility 55 Pa. Code Ch. 3040	October 2001, as proposed.	This regulation is proposed in order to clarify existing regulations relating to eligibility requirements for day care subsidy.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Planning and Financial Reimbursement Requirements for County Children and Youth Social Service Programs 55 Pa. Code Ch. 3140	December 2001, as proposed.	This regulation incorporates the amendments to the Juvenile Act as a result of Act 126 of 1998 and the final form federal regulations (effective March 27, 2000) for Title IV-B and Title IV-E funding for child welfare services for children in their own homes and for children receiving placement services. Major changes include: Permanency Hearings and the matters to be determined; requirements related to reasonable efforts including aggravated circumstances, contrary to the welfare and best interests; and redefining permanency goals for children.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Medical Assistance Estate Recovery 55 Pa. Code Ch. 258	September 2001, as final.	This regulation will codify the department's collection practices to recover correctly paid ma from the estates of certain deceased recipients age 55 or older who receive Medical Assistance for nursing facility care, home and community based services, and related hospital prescription drug services. Changes effective August 15, 1994 and are the result of OBRA' 93, Act 1994-49, and Act 1995-20.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Continuation of Medical Assistance Throughout Pregnancy 55 Pa. Code Chs. 140, 181	March 2002, as proposed.	This regulation codifies the provision that Medical Assistance coverage will be continued for pregnant women throughout their pregnancy and postpartum period, regardless of changes in family income that occur after the authorization of MA or cash assistance. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Workfare/Community Service 55 Pa. Code Chs. 166, 275	February 2002, as proposed.	The revisions clarify who may be assigned and the priority and factors to be considered in making Workfare program assignments, define responsibilities of county assistance offices and project operators regarding participation expenses and program requirements, and provide for grievance rights for Workfare recipients and regular employees. Provisions of Act 1995-20 will also be incorporated into this regulation package. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal services agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Real Property Liens 55 Pa. Code Chs. 101, 121, 177, 183, 257, 297	June 2002, as proposed.	This regulation codifies the elimination of the requirement that applicants who own real property, including mobile homes, which are used as their primary residence, will no longer be required to sign a lien encumbering their residence as a condition of eligibility for cash assistance. The Department intends to rescind 55 Pa. Code Chapter 257, regarding Reimbursement. Instead, the Department will propose a new chapter governing reimbursement policy for cash assistance recipients and applicants who own personal property. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Criminal History 55 Pa. Code Chs. 125, 133, 141	June 2002, as proposed.	This regulation incorporates the Act 1995-20 provision that prohibits the granting of assistance to any person sentenced for a felony or misdemeanor who has not satisfied the penalty imposed by law by having completed the period of incarceration and by paying all fines, costs, and restitution. Act 1996-35 expands the satisfied penalty requirement to include compliance with an approved payment plan. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Act 1996-35--Provisions Effective March 3, 1997 55 Pa. Code Chs. 105, 125, 133, 140, 141, 145, 151, 153, 165, 168, 177, 178, 181, 183, 187, 255	September 2001, as proposed.	This regulation incorporates provisions of the TANF program implemented 3/3/97 by NORC including establishing RESET; requiring applicants and recipients to enter into an agreement of mutual responsibility with the department; and further defining Title IV-D cooperation requirements and procedures for TANF and GA applicants and recipients. Act 1996-35 provisions applicable to the TANF program may not be implemented until federal approval is received. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Medical Support Rights 55 Pa. Code Ch. 187	February 2002, as proposed.	This regulation will require Medical Assistance applicants/ recipients to assign their medical support rights to the Commonwealth and apply for Title IV-D support services as conditions of eligibility. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Annuity Rule 55 Pa. Code Ch. 178	March 2002, as proposed	This regulation codifies the provision that in addition to the current provision permitting the institutionalized spouse to provide part of his monthly income to the community spouse whose income is below the minimum monthly maintenance needs allowance, either the institutionalized spouse or their representative may file an appeal and seek an administrative order permitting the protection of additional resources to enable the community spouse to purchase an annuity that will generate sufficient income to bring her income up to the minimum monthly maintenance needs allowance. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Intentional Program Violations 55 Pa. Code Chs. 255, 275, 501	July 2001, as final-omitted	This regulation incorporates federal mandates by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that individuals found to have committed an intentional program violation is subject to an immediate disqualification penalty regardless of the individual's current eligibility status for benefits. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Food Stamp Disqualification Penalties 55 Pa. Code Ch. 501	March 2002, as proposed	This regulation incorporates a revision to the Food Stamp disqualification penalties as required under the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA). The revision increases the Food Stamp intentional program violation disqualification penalties from six months to one year for the first violation and from one year to two years for the second violation. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Employment Requirements for Two-Parent Households: Definition of Unemployment 55 Pa. Code Chs. 153, 178	December 2001, as proposed	This regulation codifies the provision in the current Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) State Plan that DPW is revising the definition of unemployment so that working parents who meet financial eligibility requirements and are otherwise eligible may receive TANF until their income exceeds eligibility limits or they exhaust their 60 months of TANF. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Family Violence Option 55 Pa. Code Ch. 187	December 2001, as proposed.	This regulation codifies the provision in the TANF State Plan to screen and identify victims of domestic violence, refer those individuals to counseling and supportive services, establish service plans, provide universal notification, and make appropriate referrals to social service agencies. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Lump Sum Income (Cash) 55 Pa. Code Ch. 183	August 2001, as proposed.	This regulation codifies provisions to specify that lump sum is considered income in the month of receipt and a resource in subsequent months. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
OBRA '90 55 Pa. Code Chs. 140, 178, and 181	April 2002, as proposed.	This regulation codifies changes resulting from OBRA '90 that affect the SSI program and, therefore, the SSI-related program in the areas of income and resources. OBRA '90 also provides a mandatory change to the post-eligibility requirements for institutionalized Medicaid eligibles who will have their VA pension reduced to $90 but that will now not be counted in determining cost of care. Thus, SSI and Medicaid recipients will be positively impacted. The reduction that veterans will contribute toward cost of care will increase Federal/state costs but will not affect service delivery. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
20% Hardship Exemption for TANF 55 Pa. Code Ch. 141	September 2001, as proposed.	This regulation codifies provisions that extend TANF beyond 60 months to up to 20% of the average monthly caseload based on hardship or domestic violence issues. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Increases in Payment for Burial and/or Cremation 55 Pa. Code Ch. 285	January 2002, as proposed.	This regulation codifies an increase to the maximum payment for burial and/or cremation for eligible persons. A decreased person of any age who received or was eligible to receive a money payment -- TANF, General Assistance, State Blind Pension, or Supplemental Security Income -- may be eligible for a maximum burial and/or cremation payment of $750, if there are no resources that reduce the payment. This regulation will be reviewed by representatives of community legal service agencies, the welfare rights organization, and other similar client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Early and Periodic Screening Diagnosis Treatment (EPSDT) 55 Pa. Code Chs. 1101, 1121, 1123, 1147, 1241	March 2002, as final-omitted.	This regulation relating to services provided as a follow-up to an EPSDT visit or encounter that are not currently recognized under the approved Medical Assistance (Medical Assistance) State Plan. This regulation will be reviewed by the medical assistance advisory committee (MAAC), which includes representatives of professional provider associations, providers, the health law project, the welfare rights organization, consumers, and client advocacy groups.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Medical Assistance Case Management Services 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1239	March 2002, as final-omitted.	This final regulation codifies payment for medically necessary case management services as mandated by Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act '89 to Medical Assistance recipients under the age of 21. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
General Assistance Restructure--Act 1994-49 55 Pa. Code Chs. 1101, 1121, 1149	January 2002, as final-omitted.	This final regulation codifies Act 1994-49 provisions that affect the medical benefits of General Assistance recipients over the age of 21 when these services are solely state funded. These recipients are no longer eligible for (1) dental services unless their medical condition or handicap requires services to be provided in an ambulatory surgical center, short procedures unit or inpatient hospital; (2) medical supplies and equipment except as prescribed for family planning or with home health agency service; and (3) prescription drugs except legend birth control drugs. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Discontinue Coverage--Infertility 55 Pa. Code Chs. 1121, 1126, 1129, 1141, 1163, 1221, 1225, 1243	January 2002, as final-omitted.	This final regulation codifies Act 1994-49 provisions that discontinues payment for all drugs, devices, products, services and procedures that are used or related to treating infertility, including surrogacy services, effective September 1, 1994. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Residential Treatment Facilities (RTF) for Mental Health Services 55 Pa. Code Chs. 1157, 1165	March 2002, as final-omitted.	This regulation codifies coverage for mental health services to children under 21 years of age that are provided in a residential treatment facility. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Pharmaceutical Services Drug Coverage 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1121	January 2002, as final-omitted.	This regulation provides that the medical assistance program provides drug coverage to medically needy only recipients receiving nursing facility services. This includes medically needy only recipients who reside in nursing facilities and intermediate care facilities/mental retardation (ICF/MR). This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
$150 Deductible for General Assistance Recipients 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1101	January 2002, as final-omitted.	This regulation implements Act 1996-35 provisions imposing a $150 deductible on inpatient and outpatient hospital services and ambulatory surgical center services, except laboratory and x-ray services for General Assistance and General Assistance-related Medical Assistance recipients. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Early Intervention Services 55 Pa. Code Chs. 4225, 4226	July 2002, as final.	This regulation will establish program regulations for early intervention services in keeping with the Federal regulations under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Act 212 of 1990. Early intervention services regulations are called for by the Legislative Budget and Financing Committee Report on early intervention services.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
MH Wraparound 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1154	March 2002, as final-omitted.	This final regulation codifies requirements necessary to receive reimbursement for medically necessary outpatient wraparound mental health services for individuals under 21 years of age with a diagnosis of mental illness or emotional disturbance. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Family Planning 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1101	January 2002, as final-omitted.	This final regulation removes family planning clinics from the list of providers limited under the General Assistance Basic Health Care Package to 18 practitioner's office and clinic visits per year. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Physician Assistant/Midwife 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1141	January 2002, as final-omitted.	This final regulation codifies revised supervision requirements for physician assistants and midwives. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Discontinuance of the Mandatory Second Opinion Program 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1150	October 2001, as final-omitted.	This final regulation removes the mandatory second opinion program requirement for certain surgical procedures. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
D&A Clinics 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1223	September 2001, as final-omitted.	This final regulation revises the enrollment policy for outpatient drug and alcohol clinics. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Capital Component Payment for Replacement Beds 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1187	July 2003, as proposed.	This regulation takes the policy as set forth in the Statement of Policy and promulgates it into the regulations. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Intergovernmental Transfer 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1187	October 2001, as final-omitted.	This regulation will extend the county nursing facility Transition Rates according to the Intergovernmental Transfer Agreement. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
New Definition of ''Emergency Medical Condition'' 55 Pa. Code Chs. 1101, 1141, 1150, 1221	January 2002, as final-omitted.	This final regulation codifies the revised definition of ''emergency medical condition'' contained in the Balanced Budget Act of 1997, effective July 1, 1998. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Definition of Medically Necessary 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1101	January 2002, as proposed.	This proposed regulation replaces the current definition of ''medically necessary'' with the definition found in the HealthChoices Request for Proposal. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Provision of Drug and Alcohol Treatment 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1223	January 2002, as final-omitted	This final regulation eliminates the need for the supervisory physician to perform a physical exam within 15 days following intake and before the provision of treatment. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Invoicing for Services 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1101	June 2002, as final-omitted.	This regulation revises the invoice submission requirements for nursing facilities. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Exceptional Payments for Durable Medical Equipment 55 Pa. Code Ch. 1187	October 2001, as final-omitted.	This regulation provides for payment for exceptional DME separate from and in addition to the case mix payment rate. This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
Disproportionate Share Incentive Payments	October 2001, as final-omitted.	This final regulation will increase the disproportionate share incentive payments to qualified nursing facilities effective for the periods January 1, 2000 through June 30th, 2003 only. The disproportionate share incentive payment shall be increased to equal two times the disproportionate share per diem incentive calculated in accordance with 55 Pa. Code Chapter 1187, § 1187.111(c). This regulation will be reviewed by the MAAC, as noted above.	Tom Vracarich (717) 783-2209
REVENUE
Construction Contractors 61 Pa. Code §§ 31.11--31.16 and 46.11--46.17	November 2001, as proposed.	This proposal sets forth the rules relating to construction contractors as well as the Department's interpretation of Act 45-1998.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
Computer Software, Hardware and Related Transactions 61 Pa. Code § 31.33	November 2001, as final.	Pursuant to Act 7-1997, various types of computer services are no longer subject to sales and use tax on or after July 1, 1997. However, certain computer related transactions remain subject to tax. This regulation provides guidance concerning these transactions.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
Employer Returns and Other Withholding Provisions 61 Pa. Code §§ 113.2, 113.3, 113.3a, 113.3b, 113.3c, 113.4, 113.4a, 113.7 and 121.16	August 2001, as proposed.	The Department is proposing amendments to various withholding regulatory sections, including requiring an employer who is required to file 250 or more withholding statements, to forward to the Department the reconciliation statement with such withholding statements via electronic or magnetic media as specified in the instructions of the Department. In addition, § 121.16 is amended to delete language relating to the filing of a W-2 with Form PA-40 as evidence of taxes withheld.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
File-by-phone (TeleFile) System and Federal and State Electronic Tax Filing Program 61 Pa. Code §§ 117.19--117.21	August 2001, as proposed.	The file-by-phone (TeleFile) program involves the filing of a Pennsylvania personal income tax return by phone. The Federal and State electronic tax-filing program involves the filing of a Pennsylvania personal income tax return as part of the Federal and State Electronic Filing Program.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
Master Settlement Agreement 61 Pa. Code §§ 71.31--71.33	February 2001, as final.	On November 23, 1998, leading United States tobacco product manufacturers entered into a settlement agreement, entitled the ''Master Settlement Agreement,'' with the Commonwealth. On June 22, 2000, Act 54-2000, known as the Tobacco Settlement Agreement Act, was signed into law. Pursuant to Act 54, the Department is proposing a regulation, which describes the responsibilities for participating and nonparticipating tobacco product manufacturers and cigarette stamping agents.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
Partial Refunds For Bad Debts 61 Pa. Code §§ 33.3 and 33.5	August 2001, as final.	This regulation explains the application of section 247.1 of the TRC (72 P. S. § 7247.1) relating to partial refund of sales tax attributed to bad debts.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
Realty Transfer Tax Amendments 61 Pa. Code, Chapter 91	November 2001, as proposed.	The amendments to Chapter 91. Realty Transfer Tax, are made to address numerous legislative changes and to bring the regulatory provisions into conformity with Departmental policy.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
Supplemental Unemployment Benefit Plan 61 Pa. Code §§ 101.1 and 101.6	August 2001, as final.	This regulatory amendment will provide an explanation of the meaning and scope of the exclusion from compensation in section 301(d)(vi) of the TRC (72 P. S. § 7301(d)(vi)) for employer or labor union payments for supplemental unemployment programs. The changes will address the tax treatment of programs offered to provide supplemental benefits to employees terminated from service as a result of layoff, workforce reduction, plant closings or other involuntary terminations.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
Support Offset and Other Personal Income Tax Provisions	September 2001, as proposed	This regulatory change will amend certain regulatory provisions to provide for the intercept of income tax refunds from individuals who are delinquent in support payments and redirect the funds accordingly. Other amendments are proposed to update and/or clarify personal income tax provisions.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
Termination Pay, Severance Pay and Early Retirement Incentive Programs 61 Pa. Code §§ 101.1 and 101.6	August 2001, as final.	This regulatory change will clarify the taxation of termination pay, severance pay, early retirement incentive programs and programs offered by employers to provide benefits to employees in addition to those in qualifying retirement plans upon separation from service. This regulation also interprets section 301(d) of the TRC (72 P. S. § 7301(d)) to mean that Federal insurance benefits paid under the Railroad Retirement Act and guaranteed payments to a partner of a partnership for services to the partnership are excluded from compensation.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
Utility Gross Receipts Tax 61 Pa. Code §§ 160.21--160.43	November 2001, as final.	The Department is proposing this regulation to clarify the changes to the utility gross receipts tax brought about by utility deregulation (Act 138-1996) codified in Title 15 and Title 66. This regulation will also provide guidance and clarity to out-of-state businesses and the emerging industry.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
Vending Machines 61 Pa. Code § 31.28	September 2001, as final.	This regulation sets forth the Department's interpretation of Act 45-1998 as it relates to vending machines.	Douglas A. Berguson (717) 787-1382
SECURITIES COMMISSION
Revisions to Licensing Regulations 64 Pa. Code § 301.020-§ 304.051	July 2001, as proposed.	The Commission plans to amend this regulation to conform its requirements to the federal National Securities Markets Improvement Act of 1996.	G. Philip Rutledge (717) 783-5130
Revisions to Advertising Regulations 64 Pa. Code § 606.031--§ 606.034	July 2001, as proposed.	The Commission plans to revise this regulation to conform to the requirements of the federal National Securities Markets Improvement Act of 1996.	G. Philip Rutledge (717) 783-5130
''Delegation and substitution'' 64 Pa. Code § 606.041	July 2001, as proposed.	The Commission plans to amend this regulation to update delegated authority within the Commission.	G. Philip Rutledge (717) 783-5130
Revisions to Certain Exemptions 64 Pa. Code § 202.093, § 202.095, 202.202	July 2001, as proposed.	The Commission plans to revise this rule to permit registered persons to receive sales commissions and to recognize use of federally covered advisers by the charity.	G. Philip Rutledge (717) 783-5130

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