Approved
consistent with ED's memo to OMB of 8/20/99. In addition, the
following terms of clearance apply: (1) ED will continue efforts to
consolidate the number of prom notes to minimize the number of
different types of prom notes and thus minimize confusion among
respondents. (2) Specifically, the DL prom note (w/out multi year
functionality - 1840-0667) expires 12/99 and will no longer be in
use after that time. The FFEL prom note (w/out multi year
functionality - 1840-0717) expires 6/2000 and will no longer be in
use after that time. OMB provides ED with a 3 year clearance for
the revised MPNs (DL: 1840-0743, FFEL: 1840-0742), However, ED will
make every effort to phase out the original MPNs (DL: 1840- 0732,
FFEL: 1840-0731) by 7/2000. Consistent with the 8/20 memo, ED will
consult with all appropriate stakeholders on the appopriate
strategy and timeframe for these phase outs. (3) In developing ED
procedures for the application/request process for multi- year
functionality and notification/ confirmation, ED will ensure that
institutions are provided (and made aware of) an option to submit
the two application/requests simoultaneously rather than as
separate application/requests. (4) OMB notes that the designation
of an MPN single numeric identifier distinct and unique from an
overarching single identifier is completely inconsistent with the
original premise of ED's single identifier initiative. ED will
continue its efforts to develop a single numeric identifier to be
used by institutions for all purposes with respect to dealings with
the ED. (5) By 11/1/99 ED will submit for OMB review and approval a
common FFEL consolidation application and prom note. (6) ED will
develop recertification procedures to ensure that students
acknowledge the loans they are taking each year, even under an
MPN.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2002
08/31/2002
09/30/1999
1,828,224
0
2,031,360
1,828,224
0
2,031,360
9,415,000
0
10,000
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