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What are the compliance dates for the TWIC program?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
Owners and operators of vessels and all U.S. credentialed mariners will be required to comply with the provisions of the final TWIC rule by September 25, 2008. Compliance for facilities will be phased in by Captain of the Port zone (COTP), and the compliance date for each zone will be published via notice in the Federal Register 90 days prior to the compliance date.
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What is TWIC?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
TWIC is a common identification credential for all personnel requiring unescorted access to secure areas of MTSA-regulated facilities and vessels, and all mariners holding Coast Guard-issued credentials. TSA will issue workers a tamper-resistant "Smart Card" containing the worker's biometric (fingerprint template) to allow for a positive link between the card itself and the individual.
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Who must get a TWIC?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
estimated one million individuals will be required to obtain a TWIC. This includes Coast Guard-credentialed merchant mariners, port facility employees, longshoremen, truck drivers, and others requiring unescorted access to secure areas of maritime facilities and vessels regulated by MTSA.
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What is the pre-paid debit card for the TWIC Program?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
This method of payment is a prepaid Visa® card and is intended for employers who wish to purchase TWICs for their employees. They may be purchased in bulk and are redeemable at any TWIC enrollment center. The website for additional information or purchasing them is at http://www.twiccard.com.
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How strict are compliance dates? What is the penalty for not meeting a compliance date?

Frequently Asked Questions - General Questions on the MUTCD ...
Compliance dates are established for significant new mandatory provisions in the MUTCD or, in some cases, Guidance conditions. One of the penalties for non-compliance on Federal-aid projects is that funds may be withdrawn.
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Why are there compliance dates for some Guidance ("should") conditions?

Frequently Asked Questions - General Questions on the MUTCD ...
Court interpretations in some States have given "should" items more weight than would otherwise be indicated in the MUTCD's definition of Guidance. Such courts have ruled that the public agency must treat "should" items as though they were "shall" conditions except in very unusual cases where they have a very strong and documented reason for not doing a "should" item. Some States have made this a State policy as well.
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How was TWIC created?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
Congress, through the Maritime Transportation Security Act, or MTSA, directed the federal government to issue a biometric transportation security credential to any individual with unescorted access to secure areas of facilities and vessels and all mariners holding Coast Guard issued credentials or qualification documents. Controlling access to secure areas is a critical component of the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) efforts to enhance port security.
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Who can apply for a TWIC?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
alien in valid M-1 nonimmigrant status who is enrolled in the United States Merchant Marine Academy or a comparable State maritime academy. Such individuals may serve as unlicensed mariners on a documented vessel, regardless of their nationality, under 46 U.S.C. 8103. A nonimmigrant alien admitted under the Compact of Free Association between the United States and the Federated States of Micronesia, the United States and the Republic of the Marshall Islands, or the United States and Palau.
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How will I be notified to get a TWIC?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
Facility and vessel owners/operators are required to inform employees of their responsibility to possess a TWIC and what parts of the facility and vessel will require a TWIC for unescorted access. The intent of this requirement is for owners/operators to determine which of their employees will need a TWIC and inform those employees in enough time for them to comply with the requirements.
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What are the entry dates for the Computer Professionals Program?

Frequently Asked Questions - Computer Professionals Program
Entry dates are in February, late May, and October. (Note: Entry dates are subject to change or cancellation by the University.)
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What are the start and end dates for the program?

NIH Summer Internship Program FAQ
Start and end dates are negotiated individually by the applicant and the NIH investigator who has selected him/her as an intern. Students selected for the program usually begin work between mid-May and the end of June. The minimum time commitment is eight weeks, 40 hours a week.
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What are the compliance dates for the HIPAA standards?

NNMC - HIPAA - FAQs
Transactions & Code Sets 16 October 2003 (with the submission of an extension request which had to be filed with the DHHS prior to 16 October 2002)
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What are the HIPAA compliance dates?

CIGNA - Policies & Procedures
October 2002, October 2003 with Extension - Standard Transactions and Code Sets Rule . CIGNA HealthCare filed for the October 2003 extension.
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What is a Compliance Program?

The George Washington University Compliance Office
A Compliance Program is an enterprise-wide program to coordinate, manage and monitor internal and external risks associated with regulatory compliance. It builds on the existing University structures and improves the coordination, dissemination and communication of compliance information and identifies gaps in compliance. The program empowers employees to report instances of noncompliance using the newly implemented Regulatory Compliance Help and Referral Line.
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Where can I read the TWIC rule?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
The TWIC final rule is available on TSA's website here and more information on port security is available at the U.S. Coast Guard's Homeport site here. It can also be accessed at the DOT Docket Management system here, by searching on docket number 24196 and document number 857. Yes. In addition to direct involvement from the National Maritime Security Advisory Committee, TSA and the U.S.
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What technologies are being used on the TWIC?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
The TWIC will be a Smart Card (i.e.
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Will a non-U.S. citizen be able to get a TWIC?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The rule includes a list of various immigration categories that are eligible to apply for a TWIC, including nationals, refugees, asylees, lawful non-immigrants with unrestricted work authorization, and certain professionals with restricted work authorization.
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What can disqualify me from getting a TWIC?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
individual who lacks lawful presence and certain immigration status in the United States, has a connection to terrorist activity, has been determined to lack mental capacity, or was convicted of the certain crimes will be ineligible for a TWIC.
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What documentation is required for a TWIC?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
TWIC applicants are required to provide identity documents to TSA to complete the enrollment process. There are two lists of identity verification documents (listed below) and applicants are required to furnish either one identity document from List A or two documents from List B with one of the two being a government-issued photo ID.
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What is the purpose of the TWIC Disclosure Form?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
The TWIC Disclosure Form provides additional information to the applicant on the security threat assessment process, as well as a notice on privacy and paperwork reduction. The applicant is also required to review and certify statements pertaining to eligibility for a TWIC, military service, and, once a TWIC is issued to the applicant, their responsibility to disclose information to TSA that would disqualify them from holding a TWIC.
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How much will port workers be charged for a TWIC?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
The fee for TWIC will be $132.50 and it is valid for five years. Workers with current, comparable background checks will pay a reduced fee of $105.25. If workers are eligible to pay the lower price, their TWIC will expire 5 years from the date of the comparable credential (additional information is provided in the next question). The cost of a replacement TWIC, if the original is lost, stolen or damaged is $60.
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How long is the TWIC card good for?

TSA: Frequently Asked Questions
TWICs remain valid for five years, unless the expiration date was based on a comparable credential (FAST card, Merchant Mariner Document or Hazmat Endorsement). The expiration date is displayed on the face of the credential and TWIC holders will be responsible for renewal. For applicants who pay the reduced fee, the expiration date of their TWIC will be 5 years from the date listed on the credential associated with the comparable security threat assessment.
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What are the program dates?

Frequently Asked Questions : College of Education, Universit...
The program is a 12 month program that begins in pre-summer session each May and ends the next May with graduation. The May, 20087 cohort begins taking classes on May 19, 2008.
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Multicultural Summer Institute
Opening is at 10 a.m. on July 1 at Pauley Hall. Orientation starts in the early afternoon. Students are expected to check out of Pauley Hall by 10 a.m. July 28.
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Study Abroad Programs - FAQs
The dates are different for each program location and term. You can find a complete list of program dates on our Dates and Prices page.
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What are the dates of the program?

University of Michigan Medical School
The program typically takes place on the Sunday of the second week of June and ends on the Friday of the third week of June. The 2007 program dates are: June 10th through June 22nd. Check website or call us for details.
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Disney College Program- FAQ - Responding to an Invitation
Each program has multiple sets of arrival and departure dates. When a student completes the Program Acknowledgement Form, they will see the sets of dates available for them to select. If a participant would like to arrive on the same day as a friend, it is their responsibility to discuss this with their friend prior to making their date selection.
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How do I setup a compliance program for my bank?

U.S. Treasury - When should I call the OFAC Hotline?
There is no prepackaged compliance program that fits the needs of every bank. Banks, obviously, range in size from small to some of the largest institutions in the world. A good starting point is to go to the OFAC website and look under "Regulations by Industry." Then read the brochure for the Financial Community. This brochure provides insight as to how your particular bank could set up a compliance program.
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How do I setup a compliance program for my organization?

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