This final rule amends the regulations of the Office of Inspector General (OIG) to implement the statutory requirements concerning the issuance of OIG subpoenas, and responses to subpoenas issued to OIG employees in proceedings where OIG is not a party. This final rule follows publication of a proposed rule on September 20, 2002. No public comments were received in response to the proposed rule. Accordingly, the Department is adopting the proposed rule without change.