36 CFR 1270.24 - When the Archivist may act for a President.

Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 10, 2026

Title 36 - Parks, Forests, and Public Property last revised: Jan 28, 2026

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§ 1270.24 - When the Archivist may act for a President.

If a President specifies restrictions on access to Presidential records under 44 U.S.C. 2204(a), but has not made a designation under § 1270.22 at the time of their death or disability, the Archivist exercises the President's discretion or authority under 44 U.S.C. 2204,except.S.C. 2208 and § 1270.48.

authority: 44 U.S.C. 2201-2209.

source: 82 FR 26589, June 8, 2017, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 36 CFR 1270.24