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The U.S. Department of Labor has introduced a new rule requiring most legal representatives to file documents electronically and accept electronic service in cases before the Administrative Review Board (ARB), unless given an exemption for a good reason. This rule aims to streamline procedures and reduce reliance on paper documents by establishing a new set of rules for filing and service. Self-represented individuals will, however, have the option to file either electronically or conventionally. The rule is expected to make the process more efficient and aligns with practices used in federal courts.

The Department of Labor (DOL) is correcting a previous rule that was published in the Federal Register on January 11, 2021. The rule required electronic filing and automatic acceptance of electronic service for representatives in proceedings before the Administrative Review Board, except with special permission. However, there was an error in the rule as it did not include instructions to revise two section headings in the Code of Federal Regulations, despite providing the new text for these sections. This correction adds the missing instructions to ensure the headings are revised as intended.

The Department of Labor is proposing changes to rules regarding filing and service in proceedings involving the Administrative Review Board. The new rules aim to make electronic filing (e-filing) and electronic service (e-service) mandatory for attorneys and representatives, while self-represented individuals will have the choice of using electronic or traditional methods. The proposed changes include updates to existing regulations, aiming for improved efficiency and reduced processing time by transitioning to electronic case files. Public comments on the proposed rulemaking are being solicited until February 10, 2021.

The Department of Labor is making corrections to a rule published on January 11, 2021, regarding filing and service procedures. The rule mandated electronic filing and service for legal representatives in cases before the Administrative Review Board unless there is a good reason to file non-electronically. Corrections are being made to ensure two section headings in the Code of Federal Regulations are revised as intended, changing terminology from "authority head" to "ARB" to clarify responsibilities, and adjusting a heading to match others in the same chapter. These changes aim to accurately reflect the original intent of the final rule.

The Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Labor have decided to withdraw a rule that was published on January 4, 2021, regarding H-2B temporary labor certification cases. This decision was made because they received a significant adverse comment during the public comment period. The rule aimed to extend the Department of Labor's system for reviewing these cases, but it will no longer take effect. Any future changes or rules may consider the feedback received from the public.