II.  Discussion and Analysis

DoD, GSA, and NASA published an interim rule for public comment in the Federal Register at 75 FR 39414, on July 8, 2010. The comments, as categorized and summarized below, were considered by the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council ("the Councils") in the formation of a final rule.

A. Disclosure of Executive Compensation

B. Definitions

C. Thresholds

D. Paperwork Burden

E. Applicability

F. Subcontract Award Data

G. Impact on Small Businesses

H. Reporting System

I. Other Concerns About the Rule