Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Extend automatically each year.

POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Reports: Monthly - enrollment by class. Annual cost analysis of school operation. Other - at request of Maritime Administrator. Audits: As desired by Maritime Administration. Type and frequency as needs indicate.

Records: Pertaining to each school, its officers, faculty and students, the vessel and crew, and the shore base are required to be kept indefinitely.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 06-70-1703-0-1-502.

Obligations: (Salaries and expenses) FY 70 $2,148,000; FY 71 est $2,515,000; and FY 72 est $2,200,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Up to $75,000 direct grants to each State; up to $600 per year per cadet allowance. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1970, 441 new Merchant Marine officers graduated from schools in Maine,

Massachusetts, New York, Texas, Michigan, California. There will be 404 in fiscal year 1971.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: CFR 46 II H 310A; standard college catalogs are available from the schools listed below or from the Maritime Administration. INFORMATION CONTACTS:

Regional or Local Office: (a) Federal Government: none; (b) standard information for prospective students: Maine Maritime Academy, Castine, Maine 04421; Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts 02532; New York Maritime Academy, Fort Schuyler, N.Y. 10465; Texas Maritime Academy, Johnston, Texas 77550; California Maritime Academy, Vallejo, California 94590; Great Lakes Maritime Academy, Traverse City, Michigan 48213.

Headquarters Office: Chief, Division of Maritime Academies, Office of Maritime Manpower, Maritime Administration, Washington, D.C. 20235. Telephone: (202) 967-2095.

RELATED PROGRAMS: 11.507, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy.

FEDERAL AGENCY: MARITIME ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

AUTHORIZATION: Kings Point Permanency Act; Public Law 84-415 (Sec. 2(G)(1) of the Merchant Marine Act of 1936; 46 U.S.C. 1126.

OBJECTIVES: Training of Merchant Marine Officers.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Training.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: This program is a Federally operated maritime academy providing training, subsistence, books, quarters, uniforms, medical care, and program travel to its students without cost. Appropriations restricted to the above and the operation and maintenance of the school. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: Male high school graduates who are U.S. citizens. In general, criteria are similar to those generally used for college admission.

Beneficiary Eligibility: Same as applicant eligibility.

Credentials/Documentation: Request to Congressman or Senator for nomination for appointment to the school - usual documents for college admission.

APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS:

Preapplication Coordination: Person desiring appointment to the school apply to Senators or Congressman for nomination. Application Procedure: Nominating officials submit nominations to school through Maritime Administration. Selection is competitive by merit.

Award Procedure: Appointment approved by Assistant Secretary for Maritime Affairs (Maritime Administrator).

Deadlines: Nominations must be submitted by December 31 of year preceding that in which admission is desired.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: 3 to 8 months.
Appeals: To the school.

Renewals: Not applicable.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: Not applicable.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: 4 years- Uniform and textbook allowances on quarterly basis; sea year salary monthly. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Reports: Not applicable.
Audits: Not applicable.
Records: Not applicable.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 06-70-1707-0-1-502.

Obligations: (Salaries and expenses) FY 70 $6,432,000; FY 71 est $6,982,000; and FY 72 est $7,300,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: $475 per year per student for 3 years for uniforms and books; $2,088 in salary during sea year.

PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1970, 181 Merchan Marine Officers were graduated and in fiscal year 1971 it i estimated that 215 officers will be graduated.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: CFR 46 II H 310c; Standard college catalogs and brochures. INFORMATION CONTACTS:

Regional or Local Office: Admissions Officer, U.S. Merchant Marin Academy, Kings Point, N.Y. 11024, telephone: (516) 482-8200 Central Region Director, Maritime Administration, 701 Loyol Avenue, P.O. Box 52948, New Orleans, Louisiana 70150 telephone: (504) 527-6556; Western Region Director, Maritim Administration, 450 Golden Gate Ave., Box 36073, Sa Francisco, California 94102, telephone: (415) 556-3816. Headquarters Office: Chief, Office of Maritime Manpower, Maritim Administration, Washington, D.C. 20235. Telephone: (201 967-3018.

RELATED PROGRAMS: 11.506, State Marine Schools.

FEDERAL AGENCY: NATIONAL BUREAU OF STANDARDS, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

AUTHORIZATION: National Bureau of Standards Organic Act; 15 U.S.C. 201 et seq.

OBJECTIVES: To assist the States in the technical evaluation and the transfer of information in order to develop uniform regulations in the building industry.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Advisory Services and Counseling; Dissemination of Technical Information.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Provides individual States with current information regarding other State programs, legislation, and services. This is accomplished by consulting with the States directly and by the distributing of material which is sent to the NBS by each state. This distribution is done without editorial comment or legislative direction. NBS, in cooperation with the Council of State Governments, responds to legislative writing assistance inquiries and provides staff assistance to the annual conference of the National Conference of States on Building Codes and Standards.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: At the present time only States may apply.
Constitutional police power authorities are a State responsibility
and codes (regulations) are included in this area.
Beneficiary Eligibility: Same as applicant eligibility.
Credentials/Documentation: Applicant must present evidence of
State executive office endorsement.

APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS:
Preapplication Coordination: None.

Application Procedure: By written request from the individual State to Headquarters Office.

Award Procedure: Not applicable.

Deadlines: None.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Not applicable. Appeals: Not applicable.

Renewals: Not applicable.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: Not applicable. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Not applicable. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Reports: None.

Audits: None.

Records: None.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 06-55-0651-0-1-506.

Obligations: (Salaries and expenses) FY 70 $90,000; FY 71 est $140,000; and FY 72 est $240,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Not applicable. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Approximately 500 consultations with State associations, and individuals in fiscal year 1970 and fiscal year 1971.

REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: "Constitution
and Bylaws of the National Conference of States on Building
Codes and Standards." No charge.
INFORMATION CONTACTS:
Regional or Local Office: None.

Headquarters Office: Chief, State Codes and Standards Section,
Building Research Division, National Bureau of Standards,
Washington, D.C. 20234. Telephone: (301) 921-3447.

RELATED PROGRAMS: 11.403, Seismological Investigations; 14.203, Comprehensive Planning Assistance; 14.504, Urban Planning Research and Development.

FEDERAL AGENCY: NATIONAL BUREAU OF STANDARDS, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

AUTHORIZATION: National Bureau of Standards Organic Act; 15 U.S.C. 271-278e.

OBJECTIVES: To provide a consistent system of physical measurement in the United States of America.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Dissemination of Technical Information. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Provides the scientific basis for measurements that are used for assurance of interchangeability and uniformity of manufactured items, for process control, for informational and scientific purposes, and for fairness and objectivity in commerce. The principal emphasis is on those calibrations and other tests requiring such accuracy as can be obtained only by direct comparison with NBS standards to the extent that funds are available to NBS. There are no use restrictions.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: Calibrations are provided on a fee basis to State and local governments, academic institutions, scientific laboratories, industrial firms, corporations, and individuals. Fees may be waived for State and State supported regulatory agencies. Beneficiary Eligibility: Not applicable. Credentials/Documentation: Not applicable. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: None.

Application Procedure: Submission of purchase order to: Office of Measurement Services or appropriate technical division. National Bureau of Standards, Washington, D.C. 20234; or to Office of Measurement Services or appropriate technical division. National Bureau of Standards, Boulder, Colorado 80302.

Award Procedure: Not applicable.

Deadlines: Not applicable.

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Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Not applicable. Appeals: Not applicable.

Renewals: Not applicable.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: Not applicable. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Not applicable. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Not applicable. Audits: Not applicable.

Records: Not applicable.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 06-55-4650-0-4-506.

Obligations: (Salaries and expenses) FY 70 $2,375,000; FY 71 est $2,000,000; and FY 72 est $2,000.000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Not applicable. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1970, approximately 39,000 individual tests were performed. Estimate for 1971 is 35,000 individual tests. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: National Bureau of Standards Special Publication 250 "Calibration and Testing Services of the National Bureau of Standards." Available from Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, Cost: $1.75. Program Literature The NBS TN's (Technical Notes), SP's (Special Publications), and Monographs listed may be obtained at the price indicated from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402; the Clearinghouse for Federal Scientific and Technical Information, Springfield, Virginia 22151. Order the NBS Technical News Bulletins ($3 per year) directly from Government Printing Office.

INFORMATION CONTACTS:

Regional or Local Office: Office of Measurement Services, National

Bureau of Standards, Boulder, Colorado 80302. Telephone: (303) 447-3444. Headquarters Office: Office of Measurement Services, National Bureau of Standards, Washington, D.C. 20234. Telephone: (301)

921-2805.

RELATED PROGRAMS: 11.604, Standard Reference Materials; 11.606, Weights and Measures Service.

FEDERAL AGENCY: NATIONAL BUREAU OF STANDARDS, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AUTHORIZATION: Standard Reference Data Act; Public Law 90-396; 15 U.S.C. 271-278e, National Bureau of Standards Organic Act. OBJECTIVES: To make critically evaluated scientific and technical reference data readily available to scientists, engineers, and the general public.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Dissemination of Technical Information. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: This data can be of great aid to the scientist by giving him critically evaluated and reliable data on the chemical and physical properties of materials rather than forcing him to attempt such evaluation every time a piece of information is desired. The program operates through support for data compilation projects and publication of their output. In addition the Information Services answer requests for technical information and data. There are no specific use restrictions other than that copyright may rest with the U.S. Government.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: None. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: None. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Reports: None.

Audits: None.

Records: None.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 06-55-0651-0-1-506.

Obligations: (Salaries and expenses) FY 70 $2,157,000; FY 71 est $2,177,000; and FY 72 est $2,166,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Not applicable. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1970, 16 publications were issued and 1,000 requests for information were handled. In fiscal year 1971 an estimated 20 publications will be issued and 1,100 information requests will be handled. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: "National Standard Reference Data System - Plan of Operation," Superintendent of Documents, Government Printing Office, $0.15; Critical Evaluation Data in the Physical Sciences - A Status Report on the National Standard Reference Data System "NBS Tech. Note 553, Sup. Doc," $0.70.

INFORMATION CONTACTS:

Regional or Local Office: U.S. Department of Commerce field office listed in the appendix.

Headquarters Office: National Bureau of Standards, Office of Standard Reference Data, Washington, D.C. 20234. Telephone: (301) 921-2467.

RELATED PROGRAMS: 11.604, Standard Reference Materials; 11.650, National Technical Information Service; 42.007, Research and Referral Services in Science and Technology; 47.026, Sciences Information Services and Publications; 60.009, Science Information Exchange.

FEDERAL AGENCY: NATIONAL BUREAU OF STANDARDS, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

AUTHORIZATION: National Bureau of Standards Organic Act; 15 U.S.C. 271-278e.

OBJECTIVES: Standard reference materials are well-characterized materials produced in quantity which calibrate a measurement system to (1) facilitate the exchange of goods; (2) permit quality control; (3) determine performance characteristics; and (4) characterize materials at scientific frontiers.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Dissemination of Technical Information. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Standard reference materials can be used in quality control, determination of performance characteristics, and scientific research. Some nuclear standards require an Atomic Energy Commission license; other than this there are no use restrictions.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: State and local governments, societies, institutions, firms, corporations, and individuals may purchase the materials.

Beneficiary Eligibility: Not applicable. Credentials/Documentation: Not applicable. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: Preapplication Coordination: None.

Application Procedure: Purchase order to: Office of Standard Reference Materials, National Bureau of Standards, Washington, D.C. 20234.

Award Procedure: Not applicable.

Deadlines: Not applicable.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Not applicable. Appeals: Not applicable.

Renewals: Not applicable.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: Not applicable. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Not applicable. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Reports: Not applicable.
Audits: Not applicable.

Records: Not applicable.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 06-55-4650-0-4-506.

Obligations: (Salaries and expenses) FY 70 $2,378,000; FY 71 est $1,800,000; and FY 72 est $1,350,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Not applicable. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: In fiscal year 1970, 33,000 units were sold; in fiscal year 1971 estimated sales are 31,000 units. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: General

FEDERAL AGENCY: NATIONAL BUREAU OF STANDARDS, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

AUTHORIZATION: National Bureau of Standards Organic Act; 15 U.S.C. 201 et seq.; 15 U.S.C. 272.

OBJECTIVES: To provide leadership and technical resources to assure the accuracy of the quantities and quantity representations in all commercial transactions for all buyers and sellers in the United States, and to promote a uniform national weights and measures system.

TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Advisory Services and Counseling; Dissemination of Technical Information; Training.

USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: This program provides education and assistance in weights and measures problems, model laws, and the development of State laboratories. It includes publications, special studies, legal and technical assistance, and technical training. There are no restrictions on the use of this material. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: States, political subdivisions of States, and the general public.

Beneficiary Eligibility: Same as applicant eligibility.
Credentials/Documentation: None.

APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS:

Preapplication Coordination: None.

Application Procedure: Letter requesting services sent to Chief, Office of Weights and Measures, Institute for Applied Technology, Washington, D.C. 20234.

Award Procedure: Not applicable.

Deadlines: None.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Not applicable.

Appeals: Not applicable.

Renewals: Not applicable.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: Not applicable. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Not applicable. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Reports: None.

Audits: None.

Records: None.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 06-55-0651-0-1-506.

Obligations: (Salaries and expenses) FY 70 $444,000; FY 71 est $379,000; and FY 72 est $404,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Not applicable. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: During the 1970 calendar year, 1,500 states weights and measures officials and laboratory technicians were trained. The 55th National Conference on Weights and Measures was conducted in Salt Lake City during July 1970. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: "Mission: Office of Weights and Measures," no charge. List of publications available from Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. INFORMATION CONTACTS: Regional or Local Office: None.

Headquarters Office: Chief, Office of Weights and Measures, Institute for Applied Technology, National Bureau of Standards, Room A738, Administration Building, Washington, D.C. 20234. Telephone: (301) 921-2401.

RELATED PROGRAMS: 11.601, Calibration & Testing Services.

FEDERAL AGENCY: NATIONAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION

SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AUTHORIZATION: Public Law 81-776; 15 U.S.C. 1151-1157. OBJECTIVES: To make federally-sponsored technical information readily available to government, business, and industry. TYPES OF ASSISTANCE: Dissemination of Technical Information. USES AND USE RESTRICTIONS: Collection, cataloging, announcement and public sale of government information products including reports, magnetic tapes, microform and data tabulations. The announcement services are published biweekly and are designed to apprise users of new information in major subject matter fields (Government Reports Announcement, Government Reports Topical Announcements, Government Reports Index, and a Fast Announcement Service.) There are no restrictions on the use of this information. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant Eligibility: Any organization or individual is eligible to purchase NTIS products and services.

Beneficiary Eligibility: Same as applicant eligibility. Credentials/Documentation: Prepayment is required for all products and services.

APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS:

Preapplication Coordination: None required.

Application Procedure: Write NTIS, 5285 Port Royal Road, Springfield, Virginia 22151, for information concerning products, services, service charges, and order forms.

Award Procedure: None.

Deadlines: Not applicable.

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time: Not applicable. Appeals: Not applicable.

Renewals: Not applicable.

ASSISTANCE CONSIDERATIONS:

Formula and Matching Requirements: Not applicable. Length and Time Phasing of Assistance: Not applicable. POST ASSISTANCE REQUIREMENTS: Reports: Not applicable.

Audits: Not applicable. Records: Not applicable. FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Account Identification: 06-55-8546-0-7-506; 06-55-0651-0-1-506. Obligations: FY 70 Trust Fund Sales $3,244,000, appropriation $1,173,000; FY 71 est Trust Fund Sales $3,450,000, appropriation $1,203,000; and FY 72 est Trust Fund Sales $3,800,000, appropriation $1,460,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance: Not applicable. PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS: The NTIS collection contains 664,000 reports which are available in either paper copy or microfiche form. In fiscal year 1971 it is estimated that 750,000 paper copies and 1,822,000 microfiche reports will be distributed, 20,000 subscriptions to announcement services are in effect, 20,000 inquiries from the user public will be answered. REGULATIONS, GUIDELINES, AND LITERATURE: NTIS descriptive brochure, product and service brochures available on request.

INFORMATION CONTACTS:

Regional or Local Office: Springfield Facility, 5285 Port Royal Road, Springfield, Virginia 22151. Telephone: (703) 321-8572; Department of Commerce Field Offices listed in the appendix. Headquarters Office: Director, NTIS, Room 3859, U.S. Department of Commerce, Washington, D.C. 20230. Telephone: (202) 967-3227.

RELATED PROGRAMS: 11.603, National Standard Reference Data System; 11.604, Standard Reference Materials; 11.605, State Invention Program; 11.900, Patent and Trademark Technical Information Dissemination; 42.007, Research and Referral Services in Science and Technology; 43.002, Technology Utilization; 47.024, Science Information Activities System Development and Improvement; 47.025, Science Information Research; 47.026, Sciences Information Services and Publications; 60.006, International Exchange of Scientific and Literary Publications and Governmental Documents; 60.009, Science Information Exchange.