(a) This part sets forth the procedures and any policies,
determinations, and interpretations of general application whereby the
Secretary of Labor carries out his duties under section 303 of the CCPA
dealing with restrictions on garnishment of earnings, and section 305
permitting exemptions for State-regulated garnishments in certain
situations. While the Secretary's duties under section 303 include
insuring that certain amounts of earnings are protected, such duties do
not include establishing priorities among multiple garnishments, as such
priorities are determined by other Federal statutes or by State law.
(b) Functions of the Secretary under the CCPA to be performed as
provided in this part are assigned to the Administrator of the Wage and
Hour Division (hereinafter referred to as the Administrator), who, under
the general direction and control of the Assistant Secretary, Wage and
Labor Standards Administration, shall be empowered to take final and
binding actions in administering the provisions of this part. The
Administrator is empowered to subdelegate any of his duties under this
part. Any legal advice and assistance required for administration of
this part shall be provided by the Solicitor of Labor.
[35 FR 8226, May 26, 1970, as amended at 44 FR 30684, May 29, 1979]
