6 CFR 3.1 - Definitions.

Regulations last checked for updates: Nov 22, 2024

Title 6 - Domestic Security last revised: Nov 19, 2024

§ 3.1 - Definitions.

As used in this part:

Component means each separate organizational entity within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that reports directly to the Office of the Secretary.

DHS means the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, including its components.

Rulemaking petition means a petition to issue, amend, or repeal a rule, as described at 5 U.S.C. 553(e).

authority: 5 U.S.C. 301,553; 6 U.S.C. 112.

source: 81 FR 47286, July 21, 2016, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 6 CFR 3.1