This proposed rule would amend the passport regulations to incorporate changes required by the electronic passport. The rule would define ``electronic passport,'' would include a damaged electronic chip as an additional basis for possible invalidation of a passport, would abolish the U.S. passport amendment process except for the convenience of the U.S. Government, and would enlarge the reasons for issuing a replacement passport at no fee. The rule would also add unpaid fees as a ground for invalidating a passport.
DATES: The Department will accept comments from the public up to 45 days from February 18, 2005. ADDRESSES: Written comments and questions regarding the proposed rule should be addressed to: Chief, Legal Division, Office of Passport Policy, Planning and Advisory Services, 2100 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., 3rd Floor, Washington, DC 20037. You may also send comments by e-mail to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Full notice and discussion at: http://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/257/2422/01jan20051800/edocket.access.gpo.gov /2005/05-3080.htm You are a subscribed member of the infowarrior list. Visit www.infowarrior.org for list information or to unsubscribe. This message may be redistributed freely in its entirety. Any and all copyrights appearing in list messages are maintained by their respective owners.
