[December 9, 2002 (Volume 67, Number 236)]
[Unified Agenda]
From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [frwais.access.gpo.gov]
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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)
40 CFR Ch. I
FRL-7390-2
Fall 2002 Regulatory Agenda
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency.
ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.
_______________________________________________________________________
SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) publishes the
Semiannual Regulatory Agenda to update the public about:
[sbull] Regulations and major policies currently under development,
[sbull] Reviews of existing regulations and major policies, and
[sbull] Regulations and major policies completed or canceled since the
last Agenda.
TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA MAILING LIST: If you would like to
subscribe, please send an e-mail with your name and address to:
ncepimal@one.net, or call 800-490-9198. There is no charge for single
copies of the Agenda.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO MAKE GENERAL SUGGESTIONS CONTACT: If you
have questions or comments about a particular action, please get in
touch with the agency contact listed in each Agenda entry. If you have
general questions about or suggestions for improving the Agenda or
questions about EPA's decision making process, please contact: Phil
Schwartz (1806A), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania
Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20460; phone: (202)564-6564; e-mail:
schwartz.philip@epa.gov
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Table of Contents
a. What Is EPA's Overriding Objective in Developing Regulations and
Policies and What Key Principles Drive EPA's Rulemaking and
Policymaking Process?
b. What External Controls Help Shape the Agency's Regulatory
Development Efforts?
c. How Can You Effectively Participate in EPA's Decisionmaking Process?
d. What is the Relationship Between the Regulatory Agenda and the
Regulatory Plan?
e. What Actions Are Included in the Agenda?
f. How Is the Agenda Organized?
g. What Information Is in Agenda Entries?
h. What Tools Are Available To Help You Quickly Identify Actions of
Interest?
i. How Can You Get Federal Register Documents and EPA Guidance and
Interpretive Documents via the Internet?
j. What Is the New EPA Dockets (EDOCKET) System?
k. What Special Attention Do We Give to the Impacts of Rules on Small
Businesses, Small Governments, and Small Nonprofit Organizations:
l. Acknowledgment of Participants in the Rulemaking Process
A. What Is EPA's Overriding Objective in Developing Regulations and
Policies and What Key Principles Drive EPA's Rulemaking and
Policymaking Process?
EPA must ensure that the Nation's system of regulatory and
nonregulatory environmental controls is even-handed, cost-effective
and fully protective of human health and the environment. Key to
this objective is our commitment to prepare high quality
scientific, economic, and policy analyses which form the
foundations of our regulations. These efforts are paramount,
because success is measured in the credibility of our decisions and
ultimately our effectiveness in protecting human health and the
environment. With this in mind, appropriate scientific, economic
and policy analyses must be planned and initiated at early stages
in the regulatory development process, so that Agency decision
makers are well informed of the qualitative and quantitative
benefits and costs as they select among alternative approaches.
It is also important that EPA continue to apply new and
improved methods to protect the environment, such as: building
flexibility into regulations from the very beginning, creating
strong partnerships with States and businesses, vigorously engaging
in public outreach and involvement, and using effective
nonregulatory approaches. Research, testing and adoption of new
environmental protection methods must also be a central tenet in
environmental problem solving. The integration of all these
elements via a well managed regulatory development process and a
strong commitment to innovative solutions will ensure that we all
benefit from significant environmental improvements that are fair,
efficient, and protective.
B. What External Controls Help Shape the Agency's Regulatory
Development Efforts?
Beyond the Agency's own practices, Congress and the President
have also established certain parameters for our regulatory
development activities through various laws and Executive Orders,
respectively.
The basic legal requirements we must follow when we issue a
regulation generally are contained in the Administrative Procedure
Act, the Regulatory Flexibility Act as amended by the Small
Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act, the Unfunded Mandates
Reform Act, the Paperwork Reduction Act, the National Technology
Transfer and Advancement Act, and the Congressional Review Act. You
can find information on many of these laws at http://
www4.law.cornell.edu/uscode/
We also must meet a number of requirements contained in
Executive Orders. Of particular significance for EPA rulemakings
are Executive Orders 12866 (Regulatory Planning and Review), 13045
(Children's Health Protection), 13175 (Consultation and
Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments), 13132 (Federalism),
and 13211 (Energy). You can find information on these and other
Executive orders at http://www.archives.gov/federal--register/
executive--orders/disposition--tables.html
C. How Can You Effectively Participate in EPA's Decisionmaking Process?
You may participate by getting in touch with the contact person
provided in each Agenda entry. You may also participate by
commenting on proposed rules that we publish in the Federal
Register. Once we have proposed a rule, we will consider and
address comments before issuing a final rule. To be most effective,
comments should contain information and data that support your
position, and you also should explain why we should incorporate
your suggestion in the final rule. You can be particularly helpful
and persuasive if you provide examples to illustrate your concerns
and offer specific alternatives.
We believe our rules will be more cost-effective and fairer if
our development process includes external
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stakeholders working with us in deciding on the solutions to
problems. We urge you to participate with us in this process.
D. What Is the Relationship Between the Regulatory Agenda and Regulatory Plan?
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Document How Often? Why? What Is Included?
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Regulatory Agenda Spring and Fall Originally an EPA Introductory preamble and rule entries
initiative, now with description, contact person,
required by EO 12866 deadlines, schedule, authority, OMB
and the Regulatory priority, RFA & UMRA impacts, & sectors
Flexibility Act. affected
Regulatory Plan Fall, published with Required by EO 12866.... Statement of Priorities and highest
the regulatory agenda priority actions. Entries include all
regulatory information plus statement of
need, costs & alternatives & risks.
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E. What Actions Are Included in the Agenda?
EPA includes regulations and certain major noncodified policy
documents in the Agenda. We generally do not include minor
amendments or the following categories of actions in the Agenda:
[sbull] Administrative regulations such as delegations of authority,
changes of address or phone numbers.
[sbull] Under the Clean Air Act: Revisions to State Implementation
Plans; Equivalent Methods for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring; Deletions
from the New Source Performance Standards source categories list;
Delegations of Authority to States; Area Designations for Air Quality
Planning Purposes.
[sbull] Under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act:
Actions regarding pesticide tolerances and food additive regulations;
decision documents defining and establishing registration standards;
decision documents and termination decisions for the Special Review
Registration process; and data call-in requests made under section
3(c)(2)(B).
[sbull] Under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act: Authorization
of State solid waste management plans; hazardous waste delisting
petitions.
[sbull] Under the Clean Water Act: State Water Quality Standards;
deletions from the section 307(a) list of toxic pollutants; suspensions
of toxic testing requirements under the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES); delegations of NPDES authority to States.
[sbull] Under the Safe Drinking Water Act: Actions on State underground
injection control programs.
There is no legal significance to the omission of an item from
the agenda.
F. How Is the Agenda Organized?
We have organized the agenda:
[sbull] First, by the law that would authorize a particular regulation;
[sbull] Second, by the current stage of development (proposal, final,
etc.); and
[sbull] Third, by the section number of the statute which requires or
authorizes the rule.
The following 14 sections deal with 13 laws that EPA
administers and a fourteenth broader section called ``General''
that includes cross-cutting actions, such as rules authorized by
multiple statutes and general acquisition rules:
1. General
2. The Clean Air Act (CAA)
3. The Atomic Energy Act (AEA)
4. The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
5. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA)
6. The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
7. The Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)
8. Chemical Safety Information, Site Security and Fuels Regulatory
Relief Act
9. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
10. The Oil Pollution Act (OPA)
11. The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and
Liability Act Superfund (CERCLA)
12. The Clean Water Act (CWA)
13. The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
14. The Shore Protection Act (SPA)
In each of these 14 sections, there are up to 5 headings
covering the following stages of rulemaking:
1. Prerulemakings - Prerulemaking actions are intended to determine
whether EPA should initiate rulemaking. Prerulemakings may include
anything that influences or leads to rulemaking, such as advance
notices of proposed rulemaking (ANPRMs), significant studies or
analyses of the possible need for regulatory action, announcement of
reviews of existing regulations required under section 610 of the
Regulatory Flexibility Act, requests for public comment on the need for
regulatory action, or important preregulatory policy proposals.
2. Proposed Rules - This section includes EPA rulemaking actions that
are within a year of proposal (publication of Notices of Proposed
Rulemakings (NPRMs)).
3. Final Rules - This section includes rules that are within a year of
final promulgation.
4. Long-Term Actions - This section includes rulemakings for which the
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next scheduled regulatory action is after November 2003.
5. Completed Actions - This section contains actions that have been
promulgated and published in the Federal Register since publication of
the spring 2002 Agenda. It also includes actions that we are no longer
considering. If an action appears in the completed section, it will not
appear in future Agendas unless we decide to initiate action again, in
which case it will appear as a new entry. EPA also announces the
results of our Regulatory Flexibility Act section 610 reviews in this
section of the Agenda.
G. What Information Is in Agenda Entries?
Agenda entries include the following information, where
applicable:
Sequence Number: This indicates where the entry appears in the
Agenda.
Title: Titles for new entries (those that have not appeared in
previous Agendas) are preceded by a bullet ([sbull]). The notation
``Section 610 Review'' follows the title if we are reviewing the
rule as part of our periodic review of existing rules under section
610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 610).
Priority: Entries are placed into one of five categories
described below.
Economically Significant: As defined in Executive Order 12866,
a rulemaking action that may have an annual effect on the economy
of $100 million or more or will adversely affect in a material way
the economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition,
jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or
tribal governments or communities. OMB reviews all economically
significant rules under Executive Order 12866.
Other Significant: A rulemaking that is not economically
significant but is considered significant by the agency. This
category includes rules that are an EPA priority and rules that EPA
anticipates will be reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget
under Executive Order 12866 because they may:
[sbull] Create a serious inconsistency or otherwise interfere with an
action taken or planned by another agency;
[sbull] Materially alter the budgetary impact of entitlements, grants,
user fees, or loan programs or the rights or obligations of recipients;
or
[sbull] Raise novel legal or policy issues arising out of legal
mandates, the President's priorities, or the principles in Executive
Order 12866.
Substantive, Nonsignificant: A rulemaking that has substantive
impacts but is neither Significant, nor Routine and Frequent, nor
Informational/Administrative/Other.
Routine and Frequent: A rulemaking that is a specific case of
a recurring application of a regulatory program in the Code of
Federal Regulations (e.g., certain State Implementation Plans,
National Priority List updates, Significant New Use Rules, State
Hazardous Waste Management Program actions, and Tolerance
exemptions). If an action that would normally be classified Routine
and Frequent is reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget
under E.O. 12866, then we would classify the action as either
``Economically Significant'' or ``Other Significant.''
Informational/Administrative/Other: A rulemaking that is
primarily informational or pertains to agency matters not central
to accomplishing the agency's regulatory mandate but that the
agency places in the Agenda to inform the public of the activity.
Also, if we believe that a rule may be ``major'' as defined in
the Congressional Review Act (5 U.S.C. 801, et seq.) because it is
likely to result in an annual effect on the economy of $100 million
or more or meets other criteria specified in this law, we indicate
this under the ``Priority'' heading with the statement ``Major
under 5 U.S.C. 801.''
Legal Authority: The sections of the United States Code
(U.S.C.), Public Law (P.L.), Executive Order (E.O.), or common name
of the law that authorizes the regulatory action.
CFR Citation: The sections of the Code of Federal Regulations
that will be affected by the action.
Legal Deadline: An indication of whether the rule is subject to
a statutory or judicial deadline, the date of that deadline, and
whether the deadline pertains to a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, a
Final Action, or some other action.
Abstract: A brief description of the problem the regulation
will address; the need for a Federal solution; to the extent
available, the alternatives that the agency is considering to
address the problem; and the potential advantages and disadvantages
of the action.
Timetable: The dates (and citations) that documents for this
action were published in the Federal Register and, where possible,
a projected date for the next step. Projected publication dates
frequently change during the course of a rule development. The
projections in the Agenda are our best estimates as of the date we
submit the Agenda for publication. For some entries, the timetable
indicates that the date of the next action is ``to be determined.''
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Indicates whether EPA
has prepared or anticipates that it will be preparing a regulatory
flexibility analysis under section 603 or 604 of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act. Generally, such an analysis is required for
proposed or final rules that EPA believes may have a significant
economic impact on a substantial number of small entities.
Small Entities Affected: Indicates whether we expect the rule
to have any effect on small businesses, small governments, or small
nonprofit organizations
Government Levels Affected: Indicates whether we expect the
rule to have any effect on levels of government and, if so, whether
the governments are State, local, tribal, or Federal.
Federalism Implications: Indicates whether the action is
expected to have substantial direct effects on the States, on the
relationship between the national government and the States, or on
the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
Unfunded Mandates: Section 202 of the Unfunded Mandates Reform
Act requires an assessment of anticipated costs and benefits if a
rule includes a mandate that may result in expenditures of more
than $100 million in any one year by State, local, and tribal
governments, in the aggregate, or by the private sector. If we
expect to exceed this $100 million threshold, we note it in this
section.
Energy Impacts: Indicates whether the action is a significant
energy action under Executive Order 13211.
Agency Contact: The name, address, phone number, and e-mail
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available, of a person who is knowledgeable about the regulation.
SAN Number: A code number that EPA uses to identify and track
rulemakings.
URL's: For some of our actions we include the Internet
addresses for: reading copies of rulemaking documents; submitting
comments on proposals; and getting more information about the
rulemaking and the program that it is part of.
RIN: The Regulatory Identifier Number is used by OMB to
identify and track rulemakings. The first four digits of the RIN
stand for the EPA office with lead responsibility for developing
the action.
H. What Tools Are Available To Help Quickly Identify Actions of
Interest?
The Regulatory Information Service Center (RISC), the
Government Printing Office (GPO), and the EPA have created a number
of aids to help you find actions that are of interest to you.
For Rules That Directly Affect a Particular Industry: See
Appendix F ``Environmental Protection Agency Subject Index to the
Unified Agenda.'' If you have access to the Internet, you can use
the EPA Regulatory Agenda search engine which is located in the
Small Business Regulatory Library section of the EPA website at
www.epa.gov/regagenda. Click on ``Search Regulatory Action
Database'' and then ``Access the Database.'' This tool can be used
to search all Agenda entries by keyword and we invite everyone to
use it. The GPO also has a search engine which is located at http:/
/www.access.gpo.gov/su--docs/multidb.html.
For Lists of the following types of rules:
[sbull] Rules which may have Significant Adverse Economic Impacts on a
Substantial Number of Small Businesses, Small Governments, or Small
Nonprofit Organizations:
[sbull] For Rules that We Expect Will Have Some Adverse Economic Impact
on Some Small Entities but Less Than a Significant Impact on a
Substantial Number of Them:
[sbull] For Rules that Affect State, Local, or Tribal Governments, or
Other Federal Agencies:
See the appendices following this Agenda, or you may view them
online at http://ciir.cs.umass.edu/ua/Fall2002/indexes--index.html.
I. How Can You Access Federal Register Documents and Interpretive
Documents via the Internet and via E-mail?
Like many organizations in the public and private sector, EPA
is harnessing the power of the Internet to meet the needs of those
we serve. The EPA Web site offers more than 100,000 files online.
If you want to get automatic e-mails about areas of particular
interest as they appear in the Federal Register (FR), we maintain
12 collections including: air; water; wastes and emergency
response; pesticides; toxic substances; right-to-know and toxic
release inventory; environmental impacts; endangered species;
meetings; the Science Advisory Board; daily full-text notices with
page numbers; and general information. For more information and to
subscribe via our FR Web site, visit: http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/
subscribe.htm. If you have e-mail without full Internet access,
please send an e-mail to envsubset@epa.gov to request instructions
for subscribing to the EPA Federal Register listservers.
Several Web sites allow access to the full text of Federal
Register documents.
[sbull] The GPO site has a number of databases online including the
Unified Agenda and the Federal Register going back to 1994. This site
is the official source for the electronic Federal Register. It provides
public access via telnet, Internet, and dial-up connection and is
located at http://www.access.gpo.gov/su--docs/multidb.html.
[sbull] EPA's site (http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/) has environmental
rules issued by EPA and other Federal agencies dating back to October
1994 and lets you search by date, page citation or keyword. It includes
links to the RISC and GPO sites. We also have a Regulatory Agenda
search engine at: http://www.epa/regagenda. To use, first select
``Search Regulatory Action Database'' and then select ``Access the
Database.''
[sbull] RISC maintains a site to help users who want to find
information about Federal, State, and local regulations at http://
www.reginfo.gov/. This site includes links to all agencies' regulatory
agendas and regulatory plans going back to October 1995.
In the ``Additional Information'' section of many of the
entries in this Agenda we include the Internet address for
documents that we have already published as part of the rulemaking.
We have recently opened an Internet site through which you can
access a collection of non-binding guidance materials issued by EPA
Headquarters offices since January 1, 1999. The collection includes
documents issued to Regions, States, and/or the regulated community
that describe how the Agency intends to exercise its discretionary
authority and explain what a statute or regulation means. The
collection is located at: http://www.epa.gov/guidance/.
J. What is the New EPA Dockets (EDOCKET) System?
When you want to submit comments on a rule that has been
proposed in the Federal Register you can use EPA Dockets (EDOCKET).
This is an online public docket and comment system designed to
expand access to EPA's major headquarter dockets and facilitate the
online submission of public comments. EDOCKET provides an
unprecedented level of online access to EPA's programs and
rulemaking processes, which include documents such as Federal
Register notices, supporting materials, and public comments.
EDOCKET also includes non-regulatory information such as selected
guidance documents. EDOCKET allows the public and EPA staff to
search available dockets online, view their contents, and print
materials. Visit EDOCKET at http://www.epa.gov/edocket. The
official public docket is maintained in paper form at the EPA
Docket Center (EPA/DC) 1301 Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington,
DC, Public Reading Room B-102.
K. What Special Attention Do We Give to the Impacts of Rules on Small
Businesses, Small Governments, and Small Nonprofit Organizations?
For each of our rulemakings we consider whether there will be
any adverse impact on any small entity. We attempt to fit the
regulatory requirements, to the extent feasible, to the scale of
the businesses, organizations, and governmental jurisdictions
subject to the regulation. As required by the Regulatory
Flexibility Act (RFA), for rules which we expect may have a
significant
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economic impact on a substantial number of small entities we
convene a Small Business Advocacy Review Panel to consider the
rulemaking before it is proposed. We also prepare regulatory
flexibility analyses on these rules. See Appendix B at the end of
the Agenda, ``Index to Environmental Protection Agency Entries for
which a Regulatory Flexibility Analysis is Required'' for a list of
these rules. See Appendix C for a list of the rules that may affect
small entities, but which will not have a significant impact on a
substantial number of them.
L. Acknowledgment of Participants in the Rulemaking Process
Finally, I would like to thank and acknowledge the members of
the public who take us up on our offer to participate in the
rulemaking process. Experience has taught us that we must listen to
and involve our stakeholders if we hope to fully understand the
issues and write the fairest, most effective rules. Over the years
you, the public, have submitted thousands of comments on our
rulemakings. We have heard all of them and adopted many. Protecting
human health and the environment is one of our nation's most
important quests and I thank you for joining us in this endeavor.
Dated: October 4, 2002.
Thomas J. Gibson,
Associate Administrator, Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation.
GENERAL--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
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3113 SAN No. 4056 Utilization of Small, Minority and Women's Business Enterprises in 2020-AA39
Procurement Under Assistance Agreements.............................................
3114 SAN No. 3580 Incorporation of Class Deviations Into EPAAR........................... 2030-AA37
3115 SAN No. 3876 Incrementally Funding Fixed Price Contracts............................ 2030-AA50
3116 SAN No. 4292 Proposed Revision to EPA's Implementing NEPA Regulations............... 2020-AA42
3117 SAN No. 4618 Revision of Procedural Rules for Hearings on Cancellations, 2020-AA44
Suspensions, Changes in Classifications, and Denials of Pesticide Registrations.....
3118 SAN No. 4693 Privacy Act Regulations................................................ 2025-AA13
3119 SAN No. 4191 Revision to EPAAR 1552.211-73, Level of Effort......................... 2030-AA64
3120 SAN No. 4319 Revisions to Acquisition Regulation Concerning Conflict of Interest.... 2030-AA67
3121 SAN No. 4733 Background Investigations for Contract Employees Performing Services On 2030-AA80
or Within Federally Owned or Federally Occupied Facilities, Superfund, Oil Pollution
Act.................................................................................
3122 SAN No. 4463 Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic (PBT) Pollutants Strategy....... 2070-AD45
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GENERAL--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
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3123 SAN No. 3817 Implementation of Changes to Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension 2030-AA48
Common Rule.........................................................................
3124 SAN No. 4021 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Race, Color, National Origin, 2020-AA36
Handicap, and Age in Programs and Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance.
3125 SAN No. 4180 Rewriting of EPA Regulations Implementing the Freedom of Information 2025-AA04
Act.................................................................................
3126 SAN No. 4270 Cross-Media Electronic Reporting (ER) and Recordkeeping Rule (Reg Plan 2025-AA07
Seq No. 148)........................................................................
3127 SAN No. 4185 Electronic Funds Transfer.............................................. 2030-AA57
3128 SAN No. 4187 EPAAR Coverage on Local Hiring and Training............................ 2030-AA62
3129 SAN No. 4572 Fellowship Grant Regulation Revision................................... 2030-AA77
3130 SAN No. 4650 Contractor Performance Evaluations..................................... 2030-AA79
3131 SAN No. 4686 Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) FY 2001 Report to Congress.......... 2060-AK39
3132 SAN No. 4473 Regulatory Incentives for the National Environmental Performance Track 2090-AA13
Program.............................................................................
3133 SAN No. 4530 EPA Agencywide Public Involvement Policy............................... 2090-AA23
3134 SAN No. 4536 Project XL Site-Specific Rulemaking for NASA White Sands Test Facility 2090-AA27
Electronic Reporting in Las Cruces, New Mexico......................................
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register.
GENERAL--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
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3135 SAN No. 3240 Public Information and Confidentiality Regulations..................... 2025-AA02
3136 SAN No. 3671 Guidelines for Carcinogen Risk Assessment.............................. 2080-AA06
3137 SAN No. 4533 New Jersey Gold Track Project XL Rule.................................. 2090-AA28
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GENERAL--Completed Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
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3138 SAN No. 4400 Administrative Corrections to EPAAR 1515, Contracting by Negotiation... 2030-AA73
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CLEAN AIR ACT (CAA)--Prerule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
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3139 SAN No. 4684 Modification of Source Category Listing for Seven Specific Pollutants -- 2060-AK34
CAA Section 112(c)(6)..............................................................
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CLEAN AIR ACT (CAA)--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
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3140 SAN No. 3826 Plastic Parts and Products (Surface Coating) NESHAP.................... 2060-AG57
3141 SAN No. 4676 Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New 2060-AK28
Source Review (NSR): Routine Maintenance, Repair, and Replacement (Reg Plan Seq No.
127)................................................................................
3142 SAN No. 3263 Performance Warranty and Inspection/Maintenance Test Procedures........ 2060-AE20
3143 SAN No. 3262 Inspection/Maintenance Recall Requirements............................. 2060-AE22
3144 SAN No. 3649 Amendments to Method 24 (Water-Based Coatings)......................... 2060-AF72
3145 SAN No. 3958 Addition of Opacity Method to Appendix M of 40 CFR Part 51 (Method 203) 2060-AH23
3146 SAN No. 3917 Transportation Conformity Rule Amendment: Clarification of Trading 2060-AH31
Provisions..........................................................................
3147 SAN No. 3975 Review of Minor New Sources and Modifications in Indian Country........ 2060-AH37
3148 SAN No. 4119 Performance Specification 16 - Specifications and Test Procedures for 2060-AH84
Predictive Emission Monitoring Systems in Stationary Sources........................
3149 SAN No. 4003 Technical Change to Dose Methodology for 40 CFR Part 190, Subpart B and 2060-AH90
40 CFR 191, Subpart A...............................................................
3150 SAN No. 1002 NAAQS: Sulfur Dioxide (Response to Remand)............................. 2060-AA61
3151 SAN No. 4625 Implementation Rule for 8-hour Ozone NAAQS (Reg Plan Seq No. 125)...... 2060-AJ99
3152 SAN No. 3657 NESHAP: Combustion Turbine............................................. 2060-AG67
3153 SAN No. 3343 NESHAP: Iron and Steel Foundries....................................... 2060-AE43
3154 SAN No. 3746 NESHAP: Paint Stripping Operations..................................... 2060-AG26
3155 SAN No. 3656 NESHAP: Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine (Reg Plan Seq No. 120) 2060-AG63
3156 SAN No. 3837 NESHAP: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers and Process 2060-AG69
Heaters (Reg Plan Seq No. 121)......................................................
3157 SAN No. 3651 NESHAP: Lime Manufacturing............................................. 2060-AG72
3158 SAN No. 3906 NESHAP: Metal Can Manufacturing (Surface Coating) Industry............. 2060-AG96
3159 SAN No. 3907 NESHAP: Surface Coating of Automobiles and Light-Duty Trucks (Reg Plan 2060-AG99
Seq No. 122)........................................................................
3160 SAN No. 3924 NESHAP: Primary Magnesium Refining..................................... 2060-AH03
3161 SAN No. 3939 NESHAP: Group I Polymers and Resins and Group IV Polymers and Resins- 2060-AH47
Amendments..........................................................................
3162 SAN No. 4162 NESHAP: Oil and Natural Gas Production................................. 2060-AI13
3163 SAN No. 4571 Electric Utility Steam Generating Unit MACT Regulation................. 2060-AJ65
3164 SAN No. 3673 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Reconsideration of Section 608 Sales 2060-AG20
Restriction.........................................................................
3165 SAN No. 4045 Rulemaking To Modify the List of Source Categories From Which Fugitive 2060-AH58
Emissions Are Considered in Major Source Determinations.............................
3166 SAN No. 3820 NESHAP: Plywood and Composite Wood Products (Reg Plan Seq No. 119)..... 2060-AG52
3167 SAN No. 4309 National VOC Emission Standards for Consumer Products; Proposed 2060-AI62
Amendments..........................................................................
3168 SAN No. 4380 NESHAP: Taconite Iron Ore Processing Industry.......................... 2060-AJ02
3169 SAN No. 4555 Electric Arc Furnace NSPS Amendment.................................... 2060-AJ68
3170 SAN No. 4687 NESHAP: Revision of Area Source Category List Under Section 112(c)(3) 2060-AK40
and 112(k)(3)(B)(ii)................................................................
3171 SAN No. 4712 NESHAP: Hazardous Organic Amendments (HON)............................. 2060-AK49
3172 SAN No. 4714 NESHAP for Petroleum Refineries: Catalytic Cracking Units, Catalytic 2060-AK51
Reforming Units, and Sulfur Recovery Units; Amendments..............................
3173 SAN No. 4715 NESHAP: Sources Categories: General Provisions; and Requirements for 2060-AK52
Control Technology Determinations for Major Sources in Accordance With Clean Air Act
Sec.112(g) & 112(j); Proposed Amendments............................................
3174 SAN No. 4340 Transportation Conformity Amendments: Response to March 2, 1999, Court 2060-AI56
Decision (Reg Plan Seq No. 123).....................................................
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3175 SAN No. 4626 Control of Emissions From Spark Ignition Marine Vessels and Highway 2060-AJ90
Motorcycles (Reg Plan Seq No. 124)..................................................
3176 SAN No. 4675 Control of Emissions of Air Pollution from Nonroad Diesel Engines and 2060-AK27
Fuel (Reg Plan Seq No. 126).........................................................
3177 SAN No. 4393 Control of Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE).......................... 2060-AJ00
3178 SAN No. 4542 Federal Implementation Plan (FIP) for the Billings/Laurel, Montana 2008-AA00
Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) Area...........................................................
3179 SAN No. 4310 NESHAP: Printing and Publishing Industry; Amendments................... 2060-AI66
3180 SAN No. 4313 Petitions to Delist Hazardous Air Pollutants: Methyl Ethyl Ketone...... 2060-AI72
3181 SAN No. 4348 Inspection Maintenance Program Requirements for Federal Facilities; 2060-AI97
Amendment to the Final Rule.........................................................
3182 SAN No. 4390 Utility Sector New Source Review (NSR) Alternative Compliance Program.. 2060-AJ14
3183 SAN No. 4415 Petitions to Delist Source Categories From the Source Category List, 2060-AJ23
Developed Pursuant to Section 112(c) of the Clean Air Act...........................
3184 SAN No. 4421 Revising Regulations on Ambient Air Quality Monitoring................. 2060-AJ25
3185 SAN No. 4428 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Phaseout of Chlorobromomethane 2060-AJ27
(Halon 1011) Production and Consumption.............................................
3186 SAN No. 4441 Federal Plan Requirements for Commercial and Industrial Solid Waste 2060-AJ28
Incineration Units Constructed on or Before November 30, 1999.......................
3187 SAN No. 4450 Revisions to Regional Haze Rule To Address Concerns Raised by DC 2060-AJ31
Circuit Regarding Best Available Retrofit Technology (BART).........................
3188 SAN No. 4478 Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources: Municipal Solid 2060-AJ41
Waste Landfills: Amendment..........................................................
3189 SAN No. 4479 NESHAP: Gasoline Distribution Facilities -- Amendment.................. 2060-AJ42
3190 SAN No. 4583 Modification of Federal On-Board Diagnostic Regulations for 2004 Model 2060-AJ77
Year Vehicles Below 14,000 lbs......................................................
3191 SAN No. 4585 Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry NESHAP: Amendment To Implement 2060-AJ78
Court Remand........................................................................
3192 SAN No. 4547 Modification of Authority To Grant Alternative Method Approvals........ 2060-AJ83
3193 SAN No. 4584 Performance Specifications for Continuous Parameter Monitoring Systems. 2060-AJ86
3194 SAN No. 4325 NESHAP: Brick and Structural Clay Products Manufacturing............... 2060-AJ91
3195 SAN No. 4632 Modification of Anti-Dumping Baselines for Gasoline Produced or 2060-AK02
Imported for Use in Hawaii, Alaska and the U.S. Territories.........................
3196 SAN No. 4633 Performance-Based Measurement System for Fuels: Criteria for Self- 2060-AK03
Qualifying Alternative Test Methods; Description of Optional Statistical Quality
Control Measures....................................................................
3197 SAN No. 4634 Regulation of Fuel and Fuel Additives: Extension of California 2060-AK04
Enforcement Exemptions for Reformulated Gasoline to California Phase 3 Gasoline.....
3198 SAN No. 4599 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Substitutes for Ozone- 2060-AK26
Depleting Substances--N-Propylbromide...............................................
3199 SAN No. 4683 Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds -- 2060-AK37
Exclusion of 4 Compounds............................................................
3200 SAN No. 4689 Section 126 Rule Withdrawal Provision.................................. 2060-AK41
3201 SAN No. 4691 Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New 2060-AK42
Source Review (NSR): Clean Units....................................................
3202 SAN No. 4694 Extension of Alternative Compliance Periods Under the Anti-Dumping 2060-AK43
Program.............................................................................
3203 SAN No. 4697 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Adjusting Allowances for Class I 2060-AK45
Substances for Export to Article 5 Countries........................................
3204 SAN No. 4700 Selection of the Order of Sanctions for Title V Operating Permits 2060-AK46
Programs............................................................................
3205 SAN No. 4710 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Allocation of Essential Use 2060-AK48
Allowances for Calendar Year 2003...................................................
3206 SAN No. 4719 NESHAP for Source Categories: General Provisions; Amendments for 2060-AK54
Pollution Prevention Alternative Compliance Requirements............................
3207 SAN No. 4722 California Gasoline Technical Correction............................... 2060-AK56
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3208 SAN No. 4315 Source-Specific Federal Implementation Plan for Navajo Generating 2009-AA00
Station; Navajo Nation..............................................................
3209 SAN No. 3569 Source-Specific Federal Implementation Plan for Navajo Generating 2009-AA01
Station; Four Corners Power Plant...................................................
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3210 SAN No. 4115 NESHAP: Chromium Electroplating Amendment.............................. 2060-AH69
3211 SAN No. 4255 Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate 2060-AI44
Matter..............................................................................
3212 SAN No. 4466 Overview of Rulemakings for the Purpose of Reducing Interstate Ozone 2060-AJ20
Transport (Reg Plan Seq No. 139)....................................................
3213 SAN No. 4604 Modification of the Anti-Dumping Baseline Date Cut-Off Limit for Data 2060-AJ82
Used in Development of an Individual Baseline.......................................
3214 SAN No. 4154 Emissions From Nonroad Spark-Ignition Engines and Standards for 2060-AI11
Recreational Spark-Ignition Engines.................................................
3215 SAN No. 4532 Motor Vehicle and Engine Compliance Program Fees for: Light-Duty 2060-AJ62
Vehicles and Trucks; Heavy-Duty Vehicles and Engines; Nonroad Engines; and
Motorcycles.........................................................................
3216 SAN No. 3380 NSPS: SOCMI -- Wastewater, and Amendment to Appendix C of Part 63 and 2060-AE94
Appendix J of Part 60...............................................................
3217 SAN No. 3741 Service Information Regulation for Light-Duty Vehicles and Trucks...... 2060-AG13
3218 SAN No. 3900 Addition of Method 207 to Appendix M of 40 CFR Part 51 Method for 2060-AG88
Measuring Isocyanates in Stationary Source Emissions................................
3219 SAN No. 4022 NESHAP: Coke Ovens: Pushing, Quenching, and Battery Stacks............. 2060-AH55
3220 SAN No. 4120 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Allowance System for Controlling 2060-AH67
HCFC Production, Import and Export..................................................
3221 SAN No. 4111 NESHAP: Fumed Silica Production........................................ 2060-AH72
3222 SAN No. 4104 NESHAP: Hydrochloric Acid Production Industry.......................... 2060-AH75
3223 SAN No. 4096 Phase I (FIP) To Reduce the Regional Transport of Ozone in the Eastern 2060-AH87
United States.......................................................................
3224 SAN No. 4254 Revision to the Definition of Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) To 2060-AI45
Exclude Tertiary Butyl Acetate......................................................
3225 SAN No. 4464 Rulemaking on Section 126 Petitions From New York and Connecticut 2060-AJ36
Regarding Sources in Michigan; Revision of Definition of Applicable Requirement for
Title V Operating...................................................................
3226 SAN No. 3470 Requirements for Preparation, Adoption, and Submittal of State 2060-AF01
Implementation Plans (Guideline on Air Quality Models)..............................
3227 SAN No. 3346 NESHAP: Integrated Iron and Steel...................................... 2060-AE48
3228 SAN No. 3326 NESHAP: Reinforced Plastic Composites Production....................... 2060-AE79
3229 SAN No. 3452 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Miscellaneous 2060-AE82
Organic Chemical Manufacturing......................................................
3230 SAN No. 3449 NESHAP: Mercury Cell Chlor-Alkali Plants............................... 2060-AE85
3231 SAN No. 3825 NESHAP: Miscellaneous Metal Parts and Products (Surface Coating)....... 2060-AG56
3232 SAN No. 3655 NESHAP: Asphalt Processing and Asphalt Roofing Manufacturing........... 2060-AG66
3233 SAN No. 3652 NESHAP: Refractory Products Manufacturing.............................. 2060-AG68
3234 SAN No. 3902 NESHAP: Semiconductor Production....................................... 2060-AG93
3235 SAN No. 3909 NESHAP: Fabric Printing, Coating and Dyeing............................ 2060-AG98
3236 SAN No. 3968 NESHAP: Site Remediation............................................... 2060-AH12
3237 SAN No. 3972 NESHAP: Rocket Engine Test Firing...................................... 2060-AH35
3238 SAN No. 3971 NESHAP: Organic Liquids Distribution (Non-Gasoline).................... 2060-AH41
3239 SAN No. 2665 Importation of Nonconforming Vehicles; Amendments to Regulations....... 2060-AI03
3240 SAN No. 3556 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Supplemental Rule Regarding a 2060-AF36
Recycling Standard Under Section 608................................................
3241 SAN No. 3560 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Refrigerant Recycling Rule Amendment 2060-AF37
To Include Substitute Refrigerants..................................................
3242 SAN No. 3827 Paper and Other Web Coating NESHAP..................................... 2060-AG58
3243 SAN No. 3904 NESHAP: Wood Building Products (Surface Coating)....................... 2060-AH02
3244 SAN No. 3969 NESHAP: Municipal Solid Waste Landfills................................ 2060-AH13
3245 SAN No. 4107 NESHAP: Asphalt/Coal Tar Application on Metal Pipes.................... 2060-AH78
3246 SAN No. 4460 NESHAP: Friction Products Manufacturing................................ 2060-AJ18
3247 SAN No. 4449 NESHAP: Flexible Polyurethane Foam Fabrication Operations.............. 2060-AJ19
3248 SAN No. 4546 NESHAP: Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)--Amendments II........... 2060-AJ66
3249 SAN No. 4685 NESHAP: Chlorine Production............................................ 2060-AK38
3250 SAN No. 4713 NESHAP for Primary Aluminum Reduction Plants; Amendments............... 2060-AK50
3251 SAN No. 4717 Site Specific Rule for Weyerhauser Sulfite Mill........................ 2060-AK53
3252 SAN No. 4723 NESHAP: Secondary Aluminum Industry Amendments......................... 2060-AK57
3253 SAN No. 3259 Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New 2060-AE11
Source Review (NSR): Baseline Emissions Determination, Actual-to-Future-Actual
Methodology, Plantwide Applicability................................................
3254 SAN No. 4030 Expanded Definitions for Alternative-Fueled Vehicles and Engines 2060-AH52
Meeting Low-Emission Vehicle Exhaust Emission Standards.............................
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3255 SAN No. 4622 Control of Emissions of Air Pollution From New Marine Compression- 2060-AJ98
Ignition Engines At or Above 30 Liters per Cylinder (Reg Plan Seq No. 140)..........
3256 SAN No. 3412 Operating Permits: Revisions (Part 70)................................. 2060-AF70
3257 SAN No. 4487 Federal Implementation Plans for Indian Reservations in Idaho, Oregon 2012-AA01
and Washington......................................................................
3258 SAN No. 3824 Metal Furniture (Surface Coating) NESHAP............................... 2060-AG55
3259 SAN No. 4253 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Process for Exempting Quarantine and 2060-AI42
Preshipment Applications of Methyl Bromide..........................................
3260 SAN No. 4325 NESHAP: Brick and Structural Clay Products Manufacturing............... 2060-AI67
3261 SAN No. 4343 NESHAP: Clay Ceramics Manufacturing.................................... 2060-AI68
3262 SAN No. 4144 NESHAP: Engine Test Cells/Stands....................................... 2060-AI74
3263 SAN No. 4273 Amend Subpart H and I, 40 CFR Part 61, for Emissions of Radionuclides 2060-AI90
Other Than Radon From DOE Facilities................................................
3264 SAN No. 4433 Interstate Ozone Transport: Response to Court Decisions on the NOx SIP 2060-AJ16
Call, NOx SIP Call Technical Amendments, and Section 126 Rules......................
3265 SAN No. 4426 Clarification to Existing Part 63 NESHAP Delegations' Provisions-Work 2060-AJ26
Practices...........................................................................
3266 SAN No. 4457 NESHAP: Pesticides Active Ingredients--Amendments...................... 2060-AJ34
3267 SAN No. 4454 Federal Plan for Small Municipal Waste Combustion Units................ 2060-AJ46
3268 SAN No. 4495 Revisions to Regional Haze Rule To Incorporate Sulfur Dioxide 2060-AJ50
Milestones and Backstop Emissions Trading Program for Nine Western States...........
3269 SAN No. 4508 Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources: Volatile Organic 2060-AJ53
Liquid Storage Vessels; Amendments..................................................
3270 SAN No. 4524 NESHAP: Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry, Amendments to Rule To 2060-AJ57
Implement Settlement Agreement......................................................
3271 SAN No. 4554 Control of Hazardous Air Pollutants From Mobile Sources; Correction.... 2060-AJ67
3272 SAN No. 4548 Compilation of Source-Specific Alternative Methods Being Approved for 2060-AJ84
Source-Category Wide Application....................................................
3273 SAN No. 4591 Benzene Waste Operations NESHAP; Amendments............................ 2060-AJ87
3274 SAN No. 4605 Proposed Amendments to Performance Standards and Monitoring 2060-AJ88
Requirements for Particulate Matter at Stationary Sources...........................
3275 SAN No. 4600 State and Federal Operating Permits Program: Removal of Amendments to 2060-AJ89
Part 70 and Part 71 Compliance Certification Requirements...........................
3276 SAN No. 4621 Control of Hazardous Air Pollutants From Mobile Sources: Default 2060-AJ97
Baseline Revision and Minor Corrections.............................................
3277 SAN No. 4631 Adoption of the Amended International NOx Standard for Aircraft Engines 2060-AK01
3278 SAN No. 4647 Reduction of the Ambient Air Monitoring Fine Particulate Collocated 2060-AK05
Precision Requirement...............................................................
3279 SAN No. 4671 Amendments to Compliance Certification Requirements for State and 2060-AK11
Federal Operating Permits Programs..................................................
3280 SAN No. 4688 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Substitutes for Ozone- 2060-AK30
Depleting Substances................................................................
3281 SAN No. 4681 Revision of Combustion Turbines NSPS - Part 60, Subpart GG............. 2060-AK35
3282 SAN No. 4682 Revisions to the Appeal Procedures and the Federal NOx Budget Trading 2060-AK36
Program, Parts 78 and 97............................................................
3283 SAN No. 4696 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Additional Reconsideration of 2060-AK44
Petition Criteria and Incorporation of Montreal Protocol Decisions..................
3284 SAN No. 4707 Amendment to the Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards and Highway 2060-AK47
Diesel Fuel Sulfur Regulations......................................................
3285 SAN No. 4721 Control of Air Pollution from New Motor Vehicles: Amendment to the Tier 2060-AK55
2 Motor Vehicle Emission Standards..................................................
3286 SAN No. 4278 Project XL Site-Specific Rulemaking for Andersen Corporation's Facility 2090-AA21
in Bayport, Minnesota...............................................................
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Sequence Title Identification
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3287 SAN No. 4511 Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs 2050-AE85
Under the Clean Air Act, Section 112(r)(7); Third Party Audit Provisions............
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3288 SAN No. 4607 Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs 2050-AE95
Under the Clean Air Act, Section 112(r)(7); Availability of Information to the
Public; Technical Amendment.........................................................
3289 SAN No. 4619 Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs 2050-AE96
Under the Clean Air Act, Section 112(r)(3); Revisions to the List of Substances.....
3290 SAN No. 4531 Evaluation of Updated Test Procedures for the Certification of Gasoline 2060-AJ61
Deposit Control Additives...........................................................
3291 SAN No. 2915 Methods for Measurement of Visible Emissions--Addition of Methods 203A, 2060-AF83
203B, and 203C to Appendix M of Part 51.............................................
3292 SAN No. 3922 Revised Permit Revision Procedures for the Federal Operating Permits 2060-AG92
Program.............................................................................
3293 SAN No. 4046 Federal Major New Source Review (NSR) Program for Nonattainment Areas.. 2060-AH53
3294 SAN No. 4070 General Conformity Regulations; Revisions.............................. 2060-AH93
3295 SAN No. 4247 Revisions to Air Pollution Emergency Episode Requirements (Subpart H, 2060-AI47
40 CFR Part 51).....................................................................
3296 SAN No. 2841 NESHAP: Chromium Electroplating Amendment.............................. 2060-AH08
3297 SAN No. 3479 Amendments to Parts 51, 52, 63, 70 and 71 Regarding the Provisions for 2060-AI01
Determining Potential To Emit.......................................................
3298 SAN No. 3751 NSPS and Emission Guidelines for Other Solid Waste Incinerators........ 2060-AG31
3299 SAN No. 3919 Prevention of Significant Deterioration of Air Quality: Permit 2060-AH01
Application Review Procedures for Non-Federal Class I Areas.........................
3300 SAN No. 3979 Review of Federal Test Procedures for Emissions From Motor Vehicles; 2060-AH38
Test Procedure Adjustments to Fuel Economy and Emission Test Results................
3301 SAN No. 3525 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Update of the Substitutes List Under 2060-AG12
(SNAP) Program......................................................................
3302 SAN No. 4662 NESHAP: Perchloroethylene Dry Cleaning Facilities Residual Risk 2060-AK18
Standards...........................................................................
3303 SAN No. 4672 NESHAP: Solvent Extraction for Vegetable Oil: Amendments............... 2060-AK32
3304 SAN No. 4654 NESHAP: Ethylene Oxide for Sterilization Facilities - Residual Risk 2060-AK09
Standards...........................................................................
3305 SAN No. 4655 NESHAP: Gasoline Distribution (Stage I) Residual Risk Standards........ 2060-AK10
3306 SAN No. 4656 NESHAP: Group I Polymers and Resins -- Residual Risk Standards......... 2060-AK12
3307 SAN No. 4657 NESHAP: Group II Polymers and Resins -- Residual Risk Standards........ 2060-AK13
3308 SAN No. 4659 NESHAP: Hazardous Organic NESHAP (HON) Residual Risk Standards......... 2060-AK14
3309 SAN No. 4658 NESHAP: Group IV Polymers and Resins -- Residual Risk Standards........ 2060-AK15
3310 SAN No. 4660 NESHAP: Industrial Process Cooling Towers Residual Risk Standards...... 2060-AK16
3311 SAN No. 4661 NESHAP: National Emission Standards for Marine Tank Vessel Loading 2060-AK17
Operations -- Residual Risk Standard................................................
3312 SAN No. 4665 NESHAP: Secondary Lead Smelting Residual Risk Standards................ 2060-AK19
3313 SAN No. 4666 NESHAP: Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Surface Coating -- Residual Risk 2060-AK20
Standards...........................................................................
3314 SAN No. 4667 NESHAP: Wood Furniture Manufacturing Operations -- Residual Risk 2060-AK21
Standards...........................................................................
3315 SAN No. 4668 NESHAP: Halogenated Solvent Cleaning -- Residual Risk Standards........ 2060-AK22
3316 SAN No. 4669 NESHAP: Magnetic Tape Manufacturing Operations Residual Risk Standard.. 2060-AK23
3317 SAN No. 4664 NESHAP: Printing and Publishing Industry -- Residual Risk Standards.... 2060-AK24
3318 SAN No. 4663 NESHAP: Petroleum Refineries -- Residual Risk Standards................ 2060-AK25
3319 SAN No. 4653 NESHAP: Aerospace Manufacturing and Rework Facilities Residual Risk 2060-AK08
Standards...........................................................................
3320 SAN No. 3910 Streamlined Evaporative Test Procedures................................ 2060-AH34
3321 SAN No. 4266 Review National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Carbon Monoxide...... 2060-AI43
3322 SAN No. 4383 Interstate Ozone Transport: Rulemaking on Section 126 Petitions From 2060-AI99
the District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey........................
3323 SAN No. 4391 Rescinding Finding That Preexisting PM10 Standards Are No Longer 2060-AJ05
Applicable in Northern Ada County/Boise, Idaho......................................
3324 SAN No. 4535 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Process for Exempting Critical and 2060-AJ63
Emergency Uses of Methyl Bromide....................................................
3325 SAN No. 4570 Control of Air Pollution From Motor Vehicles and Engines: Alternative 2060-AJ72
Low-Sulfur Highway Diesel Fuel Transition Program for Alaska........................
3326 SAN No. 4620 National Emission Standards for Coke Oven Batteries -- Residual Risk 2060-AJ96
Standards...........................................................................
3327 SAN No. 4471 Project XL Site-Specific Rulemaking for Georgia-Pacific Corporation's 2090-AA26
Facility in Big Island, Virginia....................................................
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3328 SAN No. 4730 Nonconformance Penalties for 2004 and Later Model Year Heavy-Duty 2060-AK58
Diesel Engines and Vehicles.........................................................
3329 SAN No. 3549 NESHAP: Petroleum Refineries; Catalytic Cracking Units, Catalytic 2060-AF28
Reforming Units and Sulfur Recovery Units...........................................
3330 SAN No. 3986 Consolidated Emissions Reporting Rule.................................. 2060-AH25
3331 SAN No. 4082 NESHAP: Wet-Formed Fiberglass Mat Production........................... 2060-AH89
3332 SAN No. 3638 Revision of EPA's Radiological Emergency Response Plan................. 2060-AI49
3333 SAN No. 3340 NESHAP: Primary Copper Smelting........................................ 2060-AE46
3334 SAN No. 3551 Amendments to General Provisions Subparts A and B for 40 CFR 63........ 2060-AF31
3335 SAN No. 3749 NESHAP: Rubber Tire Manufacturing...................................... 2060-AG29
3336 SAN No. 3823 NESHAP: Large Appliance (Surface Coating).............................. 2060-AG54
3337 SAN No. 3905 NESHAP: Metal Coil (Surface Coating) Industry.......................... 2060-AG97
3338 SAN No. 3964 NESHAP: Leather Finishing Operations................................... 2060-AH17
3339 SAN No. 4276 Revision to NOx SIP Call Emission Budgets for Connecticut, 2060-AI80
Massachusetts and Rhode Island......................................................
3340 SAN No. 3970 NESHAP: Cellulose Production Manufacturing............................. 2060-AH11
3341 SAN No. 4105 NESHAP: Generic MACT for Carbon Black, Ethylene, Cyanide and Spandex... 2060-AH68
3342 SAN No. 4114 NESHAP: Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production................... 2060-AH82
3343 SAN No. 4679 Notice and Response to Court Remand on NOx SIP Call and Section 126 2060-AK33
Petitions...........................................................................
3344 SAN No. 4538 Revisions to the Definitions and the Continuous Emission Monitoring 2060-AJ43
Provisions of the Acid Rain Program and the NOx Budget Trading Program..............
3345 SAN No. 4558 Transportation Conformity Rule Amendments: Minor Revision and Addition 2060-AJ70
of Grace Period for Newly Designated Nonattainment Areas............................
3346 SAN No. 4569 Control of Air Pollution from New Motor Vehicles; Second Amendment to 2060-AJ71
the Tier 2/Gasoline Sulfur Regulations..............................................
3347 SAN No. 4574 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Availability of Allowances to 2060-AJ74
Produce Methyl Bromide for Developing Countries.....................................
3348 SAN No. 4646 Amendments to NESHAP for Solvent Extraction for Vegetable Oil 2060-AJ93
Production..........................................................................
3349 SAN No. 4614 NESHAP: Generic MACT Amendments........................................ 2060-AJ95
3350 SAN No. 4627 NESHAP: Pesticide Active Ingredient Production -- Amendment............ 2060-AK00
3351 SAN No. 4648 Revision to Regulations Implementing the Federal Permits Program in 2060-AK06
Areas for Which the Indian Country Status Is in Question............................
3352 SAN No. 4652 Direct Final Rulemaking for Modifications to Reformulated Gasoline 2060-AK07
(RFG) ``Covered Area'' Provisions...................................................
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3353 SAN No. 4054 Environmental Radiation Protection Standards for the Disposal of Low- 2060-AH63
Activity Mixed Radioactive Waste....................................................
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3354 SAN No. 4403 Revision of the 40 CFR Part 194 Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Compliance 2060-AJ07
Criteria............................................................................
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2060-AF39 SAN No. 3602 Protective Action Guidance for Drinking Water 09/05/2002 Withdrawn - Agency plans no
further action.
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3355 SAN No. 4727 Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program; Priority Setting Criteria (Reg 2070-AD59
Plan Seq No. 116)...................................................................
3356 SAN No. 4610 Acceptability of Research Using Human Subjects......................... 2070-AD57
3357 SAN No. 4216 Pesticides; Emergency Exemption Process Revisions (Reg Plan Seq No. 2070-AD36
115)................................................................................
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3358 SAN No. 2687 Pesticides; Data Requirements for Conventional Chemicals............... 2070-AC12
3359 SAN No. 4173 Pesticides; Data Requirements for Antimicrobials....................... 2070-AD30
3360 SAN No. 4596 Pesticides; Data Requirements for Biochemical and Microbial Products... 2070-AD51
3361 SAN No. 4728 Endocrine Disrupter Screening Program; Implementing the Screening and 2070-AD61
Testing Phase (Reg Plan Seq No. 128)................................................
3362 SAN No. 4170 Pesticides; Procedures for the Registration Review Program............. 2070-AD29
3363 SAN No. 4609 Pesticides; Exemption of Medical Devices Treated With Antimicrobial 2070-AD54
Pesticides..........................................................................
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3364 SAN No. 4027 Pesticides; Tolerance Processing Fees.................................. 2070-AD23
3365 SAN No. 4602 Plant Incorporated Protectants (PIPs); Exemption for Those Based on 2070-AD49
Viral Coat Proteins.................................................................
3366 SAN No. 2659 Pesticide Management and Disposal; Standards for Pesticide Containers 2070-AB95
and Containment.....................................................................
3367 SAN No. 3731 Pesticides; Worker Protection Standard (WPS); Glove Amendment.......... 2070-AC93
3368 SAN No. 3892 Pesticides; Registration Requirements for Antimicrobial Pesticide 2070-AD14
Products............................................................................
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3369 SAN No. 4175 Pesticide Tolerance Reassessment Program............................... 2070-AD24
3370 SAN No. 2684 Plant-Incorporated Protectants (Formerly Plant Pesticides) Rulemakings. 2070-AC02
3371 SAN No. 3432 Pesticide Management and Disposal...................................... 2020-AA33
3372 SAN No. 4611 Plant-Incorporated Protectants (PIPs); Exemption for Those Derived 2070-AD55
Through Genetic Engineering From Sexually Compatible Plants.........................
3373 SAN No. 4612 Plant Incorporated Protectants (PIPs); Exemption for PIPs That Act by 2070-AD56
Primarily Affecting the Plant.......................................................
3374 SAN No. 3222 Groundwater and Pesticide Management Plan Rule......................... 2070-AC46
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2070-AD26 SAN No. 4143 Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program 08/10/2002 Withdrawn - Follow-up items
are now split into
separate entries.
2070-AD47 SAN No. 4496 Pesticides; Data Requirements for Environmental Fate and Ecological Effects 08/21/2002 Merged With RIN 2070-AC12
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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3375 SAN No. 4174 Testing Agreement for Certain Oxygenated Fuel Additives................ 2070-AD28
3376 SAN No. 4734 Sustainable Futures; Voluntary Pilot Project Under the TSCA New 2070-AD60
Chemical Program (Reg Plan Seq No. 117).............................................
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TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA)--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3377 SAN No. 3557 Lead-Based Paint Activities; Training and Certification for Renovation 2070-AC83
and Remodeling......................................................................
3378 SAN No. 2150 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs); Exemptions From the Prohibitions 2070-AB20
Against Manufacturing, Processing, and Distribution in Commerce.....................
3379 SAN No. 4635 Amendment to the Premanufacture Notification Exemptions; Revisions of 2070-AD58
Exemptions for Polymers (40 CFR Part 723)...........................................
3380 SAN No. 2563 Test Rule; Certain Chemicals on the ATSDR Priority List of Hazardous 2070-AB79
Substances..........................................................................
3381 SAN No. 4395 Test Rule; Developmental and Reproductive Toxicity..................... 2070-AD44
3382 SAN No. 1923 Follow-Up Rules on Existing Chemicals.................................. 2070-AA58
3383 SAN No. 4512 Significant New Use Rule; Selected Flame Retardant Chemical Substances 2070-AD48
for Use in Residential Upholstered Furniture........................................
3384 SAN No. 4598 TSCA Policy Statement on Oversight of Transgenic Organisms (Including 2070-AD53
Plants).............................................................................
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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3385 SAN No. 3508 Lead; Management and Disposal of Lead-Based Paint Debris............... 2070-AC72
3386 SAN No. 4172 Lead; Notification Requirements for Lead-Based Paint Abatement 2070-AD31
Activities and Training.............................................................
3387 SAN No. 1976 Significant New Use Rules; Follow-Up Rules on Non-5(e) New Chemical 2070-AA59
Substances..........................................................................
3388 SAN No. 3495 Significant New Use Rule (SNUR); Chemical-Specific SNURs To Extend 2070-AB27
Provisions of Section 5(e) Orders...................................................
3389 SAN No. 3493 Test Rule; Generic Entry for ITC Related Testing Decisions............. 2070-AB94
3390 SAN No. 3487 Test Rule; Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs)............................. 2070-AC76
3391 SAN No. 3990 Test Rule; Certain High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals.............. 2070-AD16
3392 SAN No. 4425 Test Rule; In Vitro Dermal Absorption Rate Testing of Certain Chemicals 2070-AD42
of Interest to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration....................
3393 SAN No. 2779 Acrylamide and N-methylolacrylamide Grouts............................. 2070-AC17
3394 SAN No. 2178 TSCA Section 8(a) Preliminary Assessment Information Rules............. 2070-AB08
3395 SAN No. 1139 TSCA Section 8(d) Health and Safety Data Reporting Rules............... 2070-AB11
3396 SAN No. 3118 TSCA Section 8(e) Policy; Notice of Clarification...................... 2070-AC80
3397 SAN No. 3301 TSCA Inventory Update Rule Amendments.................................. 2070-AC61
3398 SAN No. 3528 Significant New Use Rule; Refractory Ceramic Fibers (RCFs)............. 2070-AC37
3399 SAN No. 4176 Chemical Right-To-Know Initiative; High Production Volume (HPV) 2070-AD25
Chemicals...........................................................................
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3400 SAN No. 4475 Significant New Use Rule; Perfluoroalkyl Sulfonates (PFOA)............. 2070-AD43
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TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA)--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3401 SAN No. 3148 Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan Revisions............................ 2070-AC51
3402 SAN No. 3252 Lead Fishing Sinkers; Response to Citizens Petition and Proposed Ban... 2070-AC21
3403 SAN No. 4376 Lead-Based Paint Activities; Training, Accreditation, and Certification 2070-AC64
Rule and Model State Plan Rule - Bridges and Structures.............................
3404 SAN No. 4597 Disposal of Polychlorinated Biphenyls: Implementation Issues........... 2070-AD52
3405 SAN No. 2865 Voluntary Children's Chemical Evaluation Program (VCCEP)............... 2070-AC27
3406 SAN No. 3882 Test Rule; Certain Metals.............................................. 2070-AD10
3407 SAN No. 3559 Notice of TSCA Section 4 Reimbursement Period and TSCA Section 12(b) 2070-AC84
Export Notification Period Sunset Dates for TSCA Section 4 Substances...............
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--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Identification Title Date Comments
Number
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2070-AD27 SAN No. 4179 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs); Use Authorizations 08/31/2002 Withdrawn - Agency plans no
further action.
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EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT (EPCRA)--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3408 SAN No. 4392 TRI: APA Petition-EPCRA 313 Definition of Overburden As It Relates to 2025-AA08
the Mining Industry.................................................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT (EPCRA)--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3409 SAN No. 4015 TRI; Review of Chemicals on the Original TRI List...................... 2025-AA03
3410 SAN No. 2425 TRI; Responses to Petitions Received To Add or Delete or Modify 2025-AA00
Chemical Listings on the Toxic Release Inventory....................................
3411 SAN No. 4265 TRI; Revisions to the Otherwise Use Activity Exemptions and the Coal 2025-AA06
Extraction Activities Exemption.....................................................
3412 SAN No. 4595 Rulemaking To Change Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Reporting 2025-AA10
Requirements From Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Codes to North American
Industrial Classification System....................................................
3413 SAN No. 4616 Clarify TRI Reporting Obligations Under EPCRA Section 313 for the Metal 2025-AA11
Mining Activities of Extraction and Beneficiation...................................
3414 SAN No. 4692 Addition of Toxicity Equivalency (TEQ) Reporting and Quantity Data for 2025-AA12
Individual Members of the Dioxin and Dioxin-Like Compounds Category Under EPCRA,
Section 313.........................................................................
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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3415 SAN No. 3215 Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act: Amendments and 2050-AE17
Streamlining Rule...................................................................
3416 SAN No. 3994 Response to a Petition Requesting Deletion of Phosmet From the 2050-AE42
Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHSs) List..........................................
3417 SAN No. 3993 Modification of Threshold Planning Quantity for Isophorone Diisocyanate 2050-AE43
3418 SAN No. 3007 TRI; Chemical Expansion; Finalization of Deferred Chemicals............ 2025-AA01
3419 SAN No. 2847 TRI; Pollution Prevention Act Information Requirements................. 2025-AA09
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RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT (RCRA)--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3420 SAN No. 4094 Land Disposal Restrictions; Notice of Data Availability: Mercury 2050-AE54
Treatability Studies................................................................
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RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT (RCRA)--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3421 SAN No. 3989 Methods Innovation Rule................................................ 2050-AE41
3422 SAN No. 4230 Revisions to Solid Waste Landfill Criteria--Leachate Recirculation on 2050-AE67
Alternative Liners..................................................................
3423 SAN No. 4091 Modifications to RCRA Rules Associated With Solvent-Contaminated Shop 2050-AE51
Towels and Wipes (Reg Plan Seq No. 129).............................................
3424 SAN No. 4501 Revision of Wastewater Treatment Exemptions for Hazardous Waste 2050-AE84
Mixtures (Reg Plan Seq No. 130).....................................................
3425 SAN No. 4651 Increase Metals Reclamation From F006 Waste Streams (Reg Plan Seq No. 2050-AE97
131)................................................................................
3426 SAN No. 4670 Revisions to the Definition of Solid Waste (Reg Plan Seq No. 132)...... 2050-AE98
3427 SAN No. 4606 Revisions for Transboundary Shipments of Hazardous Waste for Recovery 2050-AE93
Within the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development....................
3428 SAN No. 4735 RCRA Burden Reduction Initiative, Phase 2.............................. 2050-AF01
3429 SAN No. 4534 Project XL Site-Specific Rulemaking for Anne Arundel County 2090-AA25
Millersville Landfill, Severn, Maryland.............................................
3430 SAN No. 4565 Project XL Site-Specific Rulemaking for the IBM Semiconductor 2090-AA29
Manufacturing Facility in Hopewell Junction, New York...............................
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RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT (RCRA)--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3431 SAN No. 4028 Standardized Permit for RCRA Hazardous Waste Management Facilities (Reg 2050-AE44
Plan Seq No. 142)...................................................................
3432 SAN No. 3545 Revisions to the Comprehensive Guideline for Procurement of Products 2050-AE23
Containing Recovered Materials......................................................
3433 SAN No. 3856 Management of Cement Kiln Dust (CKD) (Reg Plan Seq No. 141)............ 2050-AE34
3434 SAN No. 4525 Criteria for Classification of Solid Waste Disposal Facilities and 2050-AE86
Practices and Criteria for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills: Disposal of Residential
Lead-Based Paint Waste..............................................................
3435 SAN No. 4575 Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Location Restrictions for Airport Safety 2050-AE91
3436 SAN No. 4588 Research, Development, and Demonstration Permits for Municipal Solid 2050-AE92
Waste Landfill......................................................................
3437 SAN No. 4084 Office of Solid Waste Burden Reduction Project (Reg Plan Seq No. 143).. 2050-AE50
3438 SAN No. 4731 Land Disposal Restrictions; National Treatment Variance for 2050-AE99
Radioactively Contaminated Cadmium, Mercury, and Silver Waste Batteries.............
3439 SAN No. 4701 E-Cycling Pilot Project for Region 3 States (ECOS); Streamlining RCRA 2003-AA00
Regulations To Encourage Reuse, Recycling, and Recovery of Electronic Equipment.....
3440 SAN No. 4439 Project XL -- Ortho-McNeil Pilot Project Allowing On-Site Treatment of 2090-AA14
Low-Level Mixed Wastes Without RCRA Permit..........................................
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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3441 SAN No. 4470 Standards for the Management of Coal Combustion Wastes Generated by 2050-AE81
Commercial Electric Power Producers.................................................
3442 SAN No. 4469 Standards for the Management of Coal Combustion Wastes -- Non-Power 2050-AE83
Producers and Minefilling...........................................................
3443 SAN No. 3147 Hazardous Waste Manifest Regulation.................................... 2050-AE21
3444 SAN No. 4411 Regulation of Hazardous Oil-Bearing Secondary Materials From Petroleum 2050-AE78
Refining Industry and Other Hazardous Secondary Materials Processed in a
Gasification System.................................................................
3445 SAN No. 3189 Final Determination of the Applicability of the Toxicity Characteristic 2050-AD69
Rule to Petroleum Contaminated Media and Debris from Underground Storage Tanks......
3446 SAN No. 3066 Listing Determination of Wastes Generated During the Manufacture of 2050-AD80
Azo, Anthraquinone, and Triarylmethane Dyes and Pigments............................
3447 SAN No. 4092 Recycling of Cathode Ray Tubes (CRTs) and Mercury-Containing Equipment: 2050-AE52
Changes to Hazardous Waste Regulations..............................................
3448 SAN No. 2647 RCRA Subtitle C Financial Test Criteria (Revision)..................... 2050-AC71
3449 SAN No. 4233 Land Disposal Restrictions; Treatment Standards for Spent Potliners 2050-AE65
From Primary Aluminum Reduction (K088) and Regulatory Classification of K088
Vitrification Units.................................................................
3450 SAN No. 3333 NESHAPS: Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Hazardous Waste 2050-AE01
Combustors -- Phase II Covering Boilers and Certain Industrial Furnaces.............
3451 SAN No. 4418 NESHAPS: Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Hazardous Waste 2050-AE79
Combustors..........................................................................
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RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT (RCRA)--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3452 SAN No. 3805 Paint Manufacturing Wastes Listing: Hazardous Waste Management System: 2050-AE32
Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste.......................................
3453 SAN No. 4208 Requirements for Zinc Fertilizer Made From Recycled Hazardous Secondary 2050-AE69
Materials...........................................................................
3454 SAN No. 4608 Project XL Site-Specific Rulemaking for Implementing Waste Treatment 2090-AA30
Systems at Two Virginia Landfills...................................................
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OIL POLLUTION ACT (OPA)--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3455 SAN No. 2634 Oil Pollution Prevention Regulation: Revisions......................... 2050-AC62
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COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE, COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3456 SAN No. 3423 Reportable Quantity Adjustments for Carbamates and Carbamate-Related 2050-AE12
Hazardous Waste Streams; Reportable Quantity Adjustment for Inorganic Chemical
Manufacturing Process Waste.........................................................
3457 SAN No. 4737 Correction of Errors and Adjustment of CERCLA Reportable Quantities.... 2050-AF03
3458 SAN No. 4739 Standards and Practices for Conducting ``All Appropriate Inquiry''..... 2050-AF04
3459 SAN No. 4740 Clarification to Interim Standards and Practices for All Appropriate 2050-AF05
Inquiry Under CERCLA and Notice of Future Rulemaking Action.........................
3460 SAN No. 4177 Revise 40 CFR Part 35 Subpart O: Cooperative Agreements and Superfund 2050-AE62
State Contracts for Superfund Response Actions......................................
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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3461 SAN No. 3439 National Priorities List for Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites: 2050-AD75
Proposed and Final Rules............................................................
3462 SAN No. 4201 Criteria for the Designation of Hazardous Substances Under CERCLA 2050-AE63
Section 102(a)......................................................................
3463 SAN No. 4736 Administrative Reporting Exemption for Certain Air Releases of NOx..... 2050-AF02
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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3464 SAN No. 3929 Correct Typographical Errors and Remove Obsolete Language in 40 CFR 2050-AE88
Part 302............................................................................
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COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE, COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT--Discontinued Entries
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Regulation
Identification Title Date Comments
Number
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2050-AE38 SAN No. 3885 Streamlining the Preauthorization Mixed Funding for Application and 09/05/2002 Withdrawn - Agency plans no
Implementation of Claims Against Superfund further action.
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CLEAN WATER ACT (CWA)--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3465 SAN No. 2804 Clean Water Act Definition of Waters of the United States (Reg Plan Seq 2040-AB74
No. 118)............................................................................
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CLEAN WATER ACT (CWA)--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3466 SAN No. 4526 Revisions to the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution 2050-AE87
Contingency Plan; Subpart J Product Schedule Listing Requirements...................
3467 SAN No. 4264 Water Quality Standards for Alabama--Phase II.......................... 2040-AD35
3468 SAN No. 4049 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Co-Planar and Mono-Ortho- 2040-AD09
Substituted Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Under the Clean Water Act..............
3469 SAN No. 4377 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Mercury Under the Clean Water Act 2040-AD52
(Method 245.7)......................................................................
3470 SAN No. 4378 Revisions to Method Detection and Quantification for Use Under the 2040-AD53
Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.........................................
3471 SAN No. 4540 Test Procedures: New and Updated Test Procedures for the Analysis of 2040-AD71
Pollutants Under the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act....................
3472 SAN No. 4543 Minimizing Adverse Environmental Impact From Cooling Water Intake 2040-AD70
Structures at Existing Facilities Under Section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act, Phase
3 (Reg Plan Seq No. 136)............................................................
3473 SAN No. 3999 NPDES Permit Requirements for Municipal Sanitary and Combined Sewer 2040-AD02
Collection Systems, Municipal Satellite Collection Systems, Sanitary Sewer
Overflows, and Peak Excess Flow Treatment Facilities (Reg Plan Seq No. 133).........
3474 SAN No. 4446 Ocean Discharges Criteria Revisions.................................... 2040-AD60
3475 SAN No. 4623 Watershed Rule: Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Program Revisions (Reg 2040-AD82
Plan Seq No. 137)...................................................................
3476 SAN No. 4729 Withdrawal of Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Program Revisions (Reg 2040-AD84
Plan Seq No. 138)...................................................................
3477 SAN No. 4690 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit Requirements for 2040-AD87
Municipal Wastewater Treatment During Wet Weather Conditions........................
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3478 SAN No. 2806 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Metal Products and Machinery 2040-AB79
Category, Phases 1 and 2 (Reg Plan Seq No. 145).....................................
3479 SAN No. 4153 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit Regulation and 2040-AD19
Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs)
(Reg Plan Seq No. 146)..............................................................
3480 SAN No. 4047 Test Procedures for Analysis for Biological Contaminants Under Clean 2040-AD08
Water Act...........................................................................
3481 SAN No. 4409 Test Procedures: Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act Methods 2040-AD59
Update..............................................................................
3482 SAN No. 4541 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Mercury Under the Clean Water Act 2040-AD72
(Revisions to Method 1631)..........................................................
3483 SAN No. 4514 Rule To Revise and To Ratify or Withdraw Whole Effluent Toxicity Test 2040-AD73
Methods.............................................................................
3484 SAN No. 4474 Minimizing Adverse Environmental Impact From Cooling Water Intake 2040-AD62
Structures at Existing Facilities Under Section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act, Phase
2 (Reg Plan Seq No. 147)............................................................
3485 SAN No. 3288 Comparison of Dredged Material to Reference Sediment................... 2040-AC14
3486 SAN No. 3488 Round 2 Standards for the Use or Disposal of Sewage Sludge............. 2040-AC25
3487 SAN No. 4624 Modification to Competitive Process Used by EPA for Water Quality 2040-AD83
Cooperative Agreements and Wetland Program Development Grants.......................
3488 SAN No. 4726 Revisions to Minimizing Adverse Environmental Impacts From Cooling 2040-AD85
Water Intake Structures Under Section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act -- Phase I......
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CLEAN WATER ACT (CWA)--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3489 SAN No. 4280 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Construction and Development 2040-AD42
Industry............................................................................
3490 SAN No. 4370 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard 2040-AD49
Point Source Category, Dissolving Kraft and Dissolving Sulfite Subcategories (Phase
III)................................................................................
3491 SAN No. 4406 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Concentrated Aquatic Animal 2040-AD55
Production Industry.................................................................
3492 SAN No. 4407 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Meat and Poultry Products 2040-AD56
Point Source Category (Revisions)...................................................
3493 SAN No. 4344 Water Quality Standards for Indian Country Waters...................... 2040-AD46
3494 SAN No. 3702 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Trace Metals Under the Clean Water 2040-AC75
Act.................................................................................
3495 SAN No. 3714 Test Procedures: Increased Method Flexibility for Test Procedures 2040-AC92
Approved for Clean Water Act Compliance Monitoring..................................
3496 SAN No. 3713 Test Procedures: Performance-Based Measurement System (PBMS) Procedures 2040-AC93
and Guidance for Clean Water Act Test Procedures....................................
3497 SAN No. 3155 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Miscellaneous Metals, Anions, and 2040-AC95
Volatile Organics Under the Clean Water Act, Phase One..............................
3498 SAN No. 4089 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Miscellaneous Metals, Anions, and 2040-AD12
Volatile Organics Under the Clean Water Act, Phase Two..............................
3499 SAN No. 4357 Uniform National Discharge Standards for Vessels of the Armed Forces - 2040-AD39
Phase II............................................................................
3500 SAN No. 3663 Streamlining the General Pretreatment Regulations for Existing and New 2040-AC58
Sources of Pollution................................................................
3501 SAN No. 3786 NPDES Streamlining Rule -- Round III................................... 2040-AC84
3502 SAN No. 4493 Clean Water State Revolving Fund Regulation Revisions Re: Use as 2040-AD68
Matching Funds......................................................................
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CLEAN WATER ACT (CWA)--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3503 SAN No. 3833 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Iron and Steel Manufacturing 2040-AC90
Point Source Category (Revisions)...................................................
3504 SAN No. 4192 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Bleached Papergrade Kraft 2040-AD23
Subcategory of the Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Category; Certification in Lieu of
Monitoring for Chloroform...........................................................
3505 SAN No. 4576 Effluent Guidelines 2002 Program Plan.................................. 2040-AD78
3506 SAN No. 4375 Revision to Clean Water Act Regulatory Definition of Fill Material..... 2040-AD51
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Regulation
Identification Title Date Comments
Number
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2040-AD10 SAN No. 4050 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard 09/13/2002 Withdrawn - Agency plans no
Category, Phase II further action at this
time.
2040-AD57 SAN No. 4408 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Industrial Container and Drum 09/13/2002 Withdrawn - Agency plans no
Cleaning Point Source Category further action at this
time.
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SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT (SDWA)--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3507 SAN No. 4447 Drinking Water: Regulatory Determinations Regarding Contaminants on the 2040-AD61
Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List...........................................
3508 SAN No. 4424 6-Year Review of Existing National Primary Drinking Water Regulations.. 2040-AD67
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SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT (SDWA)--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3509 SAN No. 4341 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Long Term 2 Enhanced 2040-AD37
Surface Water Treatment Rule (Reg Plan Seq No. 134).................................
3510 SAN No. 4342 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Stage 2 Disinfection 2040-AD38
Byproducts Rule (Reg Plan Seq No. 135)..............................................
3511 SAN No. 4703 Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List 2............................ 2040-AD86
3512 Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List 2......................................... 2040-AD88
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SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT (SDWA)--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3513 SAN No. 4638 Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Regulation: Analytical Method for 2040-AD81
Aeromonas & National Primary & Secondary Drinking Water Regulations: Analytical
Methods for Chemical & Microbiological Contaminants.................................
3514 SAN No. 2340 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Groundwater Rule (Reg Plan 2040-AA97
Seq No. 144)........................................................................
3515 SAN No. 4561 Minor Revisions to the Public Notification Rule, Consumer Confidence 2040-AD77
Report Rule, and Primacy Rule.......................................................
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3516 SAN No. 2281 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Radon..................... 2040-AA94
3517 SAN No. 3238 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Aldicarb.................. 2040-AC13
3518 SAN No. 4404 National Secondary Drinking Water Regulations (NSDWR): Methyl Tertiary 2040-AD54
Butyl Ether (MTBE) and Technical Corrections to the NSDWR...........................
3519 SAN No. 4236 Update of State Underground Injection Control Programs................. 2040-AD40
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3520 SAN No. 4451 Underground Injection Control Class V Phase 2 Revisions................ 2040-AD63
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SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT (SDWA)--Discontinued Entries
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Identification Title Date Comments
Number
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2040-AD31 SAN No. 4212 Use of Screening Methods for Compliance Monitoring of Drinking Water 10/25/2002 Withdrawn - No further
Contaminants action planned at this
time.
2040-AD48 SAN No. 4369 Regulated Drinking Water Contaminant Occurrence Reporting 10/25/2002 Withdrawn - No further
action planned at this
time.
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identification
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3521 SAN No. 2820 Shore Protection Act, Section 4103(b) Regulations...................... 2040-AB85
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_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
General
_______________________________________________________________________
3113. UTILIZATION OF SMALL, MINORITY AND WOMEN'S BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN
PROCUREMENT UNDER ASSISTANCE AGREEMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: PL 101-507; PL 102-389; PL 101-549 sec 1001; 42 USC
9605(f); PL 100-590; EO 12432; EO 12138; EO 11625
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 33
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The regulation will codify revisions to the Agency's program
for the utilization of Small, Minority and Women's Business Enterprises
in procurements under assistance agreements (i.e., grants and
cooperative agreements awarded by EPA as well as grants and cooperative
agreements awarded by other agencies under interagency agreements with
EPA). The revisions are necessary to ensure consistency with the
Supreme Court's decision in Adarand Constructors, Inc. v. Pena, 115
S.Ct. 2097 (1995), and were identified as part of the Clinton
Administration's review of affirmative action programs. They include:
(1) placing greater emphasis on requiring assistance agreement
recipients to submit documentation supporting proposed fair share
procurement objectives for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and
Women's Business Enterprises (WBEs) based on the availability of
qualified MBEs and WBEs in the relevant geographic market; (2)
authorizing or requiring recipients and their prime contractors to take
reasonable race/gender-conscious measures (e.g., bidding credits) in
the event that race/gender-neutral efforts prove inadequate to meet
fair share objectives; and (3) administering statutory MBE/WBE
objectives as a national goal, allowing smaller or larger fair share
objectives for particular grants or cooperative agreements based on the
availability standard.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/03
Final Action 01/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4056
Agency Contact: Mark Gordon, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 1230, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5971
Fax: 202 501-0139
Email: gordon.mark@epa.gov
David Sutton, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Enforcement
and Compliance Assurance, 1230A, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4444
Fax: 202 501-0756
Email: sutton.david@epa.gov
RIN: 2020-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________
3114. INCORPORATION OF CLASS DEVIATIONS INTO EPAAR
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 40 USC 486(c)
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1537; 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Agency has approved a number of class deviations (e.g.,
changes to reporting requirements and monthly progress reports) to the
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EPAAR since its promulgation in April 1994. This proposed rule would
incorporate most of the class deviations to the EPAAR.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/03
Final Action 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3580
Agency Contact: Frances Smith, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4368
Fax: 202 565-2475
Email: smith.frances@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________
3115. INCREMENTALLY FUNDING FIXED PRICE CONTRACTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 40 USC 486(c)
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1532
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule will add subpart 1532.7, Contract Funding,
to the Environmental Protection Agency's Acquisition Regulation
(EPAAR). It also will revise part 1552 of the EPAAR to include a clause
for incrementally funding fixed price contracts.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/03
Final Action 04/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3876
Agency Contact: Dan Humphries, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4377
Fax: 202 565-2475
Email: humphries.daniel@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA50
_______________________________________________________________________
3116. PROPOSED REVISION TO EPA'S IMPLEMENTING NEPA REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 6
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The proposed revision is necessary to clarify and update
EPA's National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulation. The revision
would clarify Agency responsibilities for congressionally funded
special appropriation projects and EPA-funded grant programs. The
revision would clarify public involvement procedures and organization
responsibilities. The proposal would revise the list of actions which
are categorically excluded from analyses. The revision is also needed
to incorporate a number of Executive orders and other cross-cutting
requirements into the NEPA process.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/02
Final Action 07/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4292
Agency Contact: Joseph Montgomery, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 2252A, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-7157
Fax: 202 564-0070
Email: montgomery.joseph@epa.gov
Katherine Biggs, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Enforcement
and Compliance Assurance, 2252A, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7144
Email: biggs.katherine@epa.gov
RIN: 2020-AA42
_______________________________________________________________________
3117. REVISION OF PROCEDURAL RULES FOR HEARINGS ON CANCELLATIONS,
SUSPENSIONS, CHANGES IN CLASSIFICATIONS, AND DENIALS OF PESTICIDE
REGISTRATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136a(c) to 136a(d); 7 USC 136b(d)to 136b(f); 7
USC 136d(b)to 7 USC 136d(e); 7 USC 136w(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 164 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is preparing a comprehensive revision of the Rules of
Practice governing the conduct of licensing adjudications under the
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). The
existing Rules of Practice were originally promulgated by EPA in 1973.
In the subsequent 19 years, Congress has substantially amended FIFRA,
creating a number of additional types of licensing adjudications which
are not expressly provided for in the existing Rules of Practice. In
order to include provisions tailored to these new types of proceedings,
and to incorporate the standard practices which have evolved and the
precedents which have been established since these rules were first
promulgated, EPA intends to comprehensively revise the FIFRA Rules of
Practice.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4618
Sectors Affected: 111 Crop Production; 112 Animal Production; 32532
Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Scott Garrison, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 2333A, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4047
Fax: 202 564-5644
Email: garrison.scott@epa.gov
Kevin Lee, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Enforcement and
Compliance Assurance, 2333A
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Phone: 202 564-5619
Fax: 202 564-5644
Email: lee.kevin@epa.gov
RIN: 2020-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________
3118. [bull] PRIVACY ACT REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 552a
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 16 (Revised)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action proposed to revise the Privacy Act regulation to
exempt new systems and systems currently claiming to be exempt from the
Act. Other revisions are generally minor and include revising the
access provision so that a copy of a record can be obtained without a
personal inspection; changing the time limit for appeals of denials
from 10 days to 30 days; changing the process for accessing Privacy Act
records and contesting Privacy Act records from the system manager to
the Freedom of Information Office; and referring appeals from denials
of system of records maintained by the Office of Inspector General to
that office for decision. The proposed rule does not have implications
on small businesses nor State/local/tribal government.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4693
Agency Contact: Judy E Hutt, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information, 2822T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1668
Fax: 202 566-1639
Email: hutt.judy@epa.gov
Deborah Williams, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information
Phone: 202 566-1659
Fax: 202 566-1648
Email: williams.deborah@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA13
_______________________________________________________________________
3119. REVISION TO EPAAR 1552.211-73, LEVEL OF EFFORT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390 as amended
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will revise EPAAR 1552.211-73, Level of Effort, to
define more concisely the services being acquired, and to more
accurately reflect the relationship between services provided and fee
payments.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM (Pending Legal Review) 01/00/03
Final Action 05/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4191
Agency Contact: Larry Wyborski, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4369
Fax: 202 565-2551
Email: wyborski.larry@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________
3120. REVISIONS TO ACQUISITION REGULATION CONCERNING CONFLICT OF
INTEREST
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The purpose of this rule is to revise the Agency's conflict
of interest (COI) acquisition regulations. The specific revisions
involve more stringent requirements for submission of relevant
information from Agency contractors and potential contractors regarding
their relationships with parent companies, affiliates, subsidiaries,
and sister companies. Current Agency regulations do not require the
submission of this level of information. Receipt and evaluation of this
information is critical in order for the Agency to decide whether or
not COI situations exist and how they are to be handled. This revised
rule will also codify several COI clauses that have been developed
since the issuance of the previous rule in 1994.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/03
Final Action 05/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4319
Sectors Affected: 5413 Architectural, Engineering and Related Services;
5416 Management, Scientific and Technical Consulting Services; 54162
Environmental Consulting Services; 5417 Scientific Research and
Development Services; 562 Waste Management and Remediation Services
Agency Contact: Dan Humphries, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4377
Fax: 202 565-2475
Email: humphries.daniel@epa.gov
Cal McWhirter, Environmental Protection Agency, Administration and
Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4379
Fax: 202 565-2552
Email: mcwhirter.cal@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA67
_______________________________________________________________________
3121. [bull] BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS FOR CONTRACT EMPLOYEES PERFORMING
SERVICES ON OR WITHIN FEDERALLY OWNED OR FEDERALLY OCCUPIED FACILITIES,
SUPERFUND, OIL POLLUTION ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, September 6, 2002.
Final, Statutory, December 5, 2002.
Abstract: Executive Orders 10450 and 12968 require that all persons
entering Federal service, including contract employees, be investigated
for suitability.
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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4733
Agency Contact: Paul Schaffer, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4366
Fax: 202 565-2475
Email: schaffer.paul@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA80
_______________________________________________________________________
3122. PERSISTENT, BIOACCUMULATIVE, AND TOXIC (PBT) POLLUTANTS STRATEGY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: As described in the Agency's 1998 PBT Strategy, EPA is
developing and implementing National Action Plans for certain priority
PBT pollutants. These pollutants pose risks because they are toxic,
persist in ecosystems, and accumulate in fish and up the food chain.
The PBT challenges remaining stem from the pollutants' ability to
travel long distances, to transfer rather easily among air, water, and
land, and to linger for generations. EPA is forging a new approach to
reduce risks from and exposures to priority PBT pollutants through
increased coordination among EPA national and regional programs. This
approach also requires the significant involvement of stakeholders,
including international, state, local, and tribal organizations, the
regulated community, environmental groups, and private citizens. EPA is
initially focusing action on 12 substances either individually or as
categories and two major cross-cutting issues (monitoring and outreach/
risk communication). The action plans will use the full range of tools
to prevent and reduce releases of these substances. These tools include
international, voluntary, outreach, programmatic, remedial, compliance
monitoring and assistance, enforcement, research, and regulatory tools.
EPA will integrate and sequence actions within and across action plans,
and will seek to leverage these actions on international and industry-
sector bases. Beyond these first 12 substances EPA will identify
additional PBTs for development of National Action Plans. Although
these Plans are not regulatory actions, EPA has included them in the
Regulatory Agenda to inform the public and regulated community because
the Action Plans may discuss regulatory alternatives for consideration.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice - Multimedia Strategy for
PBTs 11/17/98 63 FR 63926
Notice - Draft National Action
Plan for Mercury 11/17/98 63 FR 63926
Notice - Proposed National
Action Plan for Alkyl-lead 08/25/00 65 FR 51823
Notice - Proposed National
Action Plan for
Octachlorostyrene (OCS) 08/25/00 65 FR 51825
Notice - Draft Action Plan for
Level 1 Pesticides 11/01/00 65 FR 65314
Notice - Draft Action Plan for
Hexachlorobezene (HCB) 12/08/00 65 FR 77026
Notice - Final Action Plan for
Alkyl-lead 07/23/02 67 FR 48177
Notice - Draft Action Plan for
Benzo(a)pyrene (B(a)P) 11/00/02
Notice - Reproposed Action Plan
for Mercury 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4463
Agency Contact: Tom Murray, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7409M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8829
Fax: 202 564-8901
Email: murray.tom-hq@epa.gov
Paul Matthai, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7409M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8839
Fax: 202 564-8899
Email: matthai.paul@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD45
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage
General
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3123. IMPLEMENTATION OF CHANGES TO GOVERNMENTWIDE DEBARMENT AND
SUSPENSION COMMON RULE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: EO 12549; EO 12689 and FASA
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 32
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Periodically OMB amends the Governmentwide common rule for
suspension and debarment of contractors and assistance participants who
threaten the integrity of Federal programs because of criminal
misconduct or poor performance. All agencies must issue changes to
their individual codified versions to conform to the common rule.
Recently, the Interagency Suspension and Debarment Coordinating
Committee prepared recommendations for comprehensive changes to the
common rule to conform to changes made in the Federal Acquisition
Regulation (FAR) as a result of the Federal Acquisition Streamlining
Act (FASA). In addition, several other proposals to improve or change
the rule were recommended by various agencies. In December 1996, OMB
declined to implement the
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changes at that time due to differences with some agencies about some
changes unrelated to those occasioned by FASA.
Among other things, FASA replaced the small purchase threshold
($25,000) with the simplified acquisition amount ($100,000). That
change unintentionally exposed certain EPA programs to participation by
contractors who may have been debarred for serious misconduct already.
OMB has agreed to permit agencies to amend the coverage section of
their individual agency rules to reduce or eliminate exposure to
suspended or debarred persons.
EPA intends to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to amend 40 CFR
32.110 to reduce EPA exposure to such consequences.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/23/02 67 FR 3265
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3817
Agency Contact: Robert Meunier, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3901R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5399
Fax: 202 565-2469
Email: meunier.robert@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA48
_______________________________________________________________________
3124. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN,
HANDICAP, AND AGE IN PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES RECEIVING FEDERAL FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 794; 42 USC 2000d to 2000d-7; 42 USC 6101 to
6107; EO 12250
CFR Citation: 28 CFR 42.101 to 42.112; 28 CFR 42.501 to 42.540; 28 CFR
42.700 to 42.736
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Department of Justice proposes to make amendments to its
regulations implementing title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
(title VI), section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1972 (section
504), and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (Age Discrimination Act).
Together, these statutes prohibit discrimination on the basis of race,
color, national origin, disability, and age in programs or activities
that receive Federal financial assistance. In 1988, the Civil Rights
Restoration Act (CRRA) added definitions of program or activity and
program to title VI and added a definition of program or activity to
section 504 and the Age Discrimination Act. The added definitions were
designed to clarify the broad scope of coverage of recipients' programs
or activities under these statutes. The promulgation of this proposed
regulation explicitly incorporates the CRRA's definition of program or
activity and program into the Department's title VI, section 504, and
Age Discrimination Act regulations. The Department's proposed
regulation will be published as part of a joint notice of proposed
rulemaking involving up to 24 Federal agencies.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/06/00 65 FR 76460
Final Action 12/00/02
Final Action Effective 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4021
Agency Contact: Ann Goode, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 1201, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7334
Email: goode.ann@epa.gov
RIN: 2020-AA36
_______________________________________________________________________
3125. REWRITING OF EPA REGULATIONS IMPLEMENTING THE FREEDOM OF
INFORMATION ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 552
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 2
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This document proposes revisions to EPA's regulations under
the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The FOIA regulations have been
streamlined and written in plain English wherever possible. They also
reflect developments in the case law and include updated cost figures
for calculating and charging fees. In addition, the proposed revisions
include provisions implementing the Electronic Freedom of Information
Act Amendments of 1996. These revisions will simplify and expedite
responses to FOIA requests.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/12/00 65 FR 19703
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4180
Agency Contact: Alan D. Margolis, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Environmental Information, 2822T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1644
Fax: 202 566-1639
Email: margolis.alan@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________
3126. CROSS-MEDIA ELECTRONIC REPORTING (ER) AND RECORDKEEPING RULE
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 148 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2025-AA07
_______________________________________________________________________
3127. ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 Sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390 as amended
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1532.11
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule complies with the revised Federal Acquisition
Regulations (FAR) coverage regarding implementation of the Debt
Collection Improvement Act. Because the revised FAR offers choices in
implementation, each agency must communicate with its vendor community
its choices. This rule will let our vendor community know that EPA will
require the use of FAR Clause 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds
Transfer (Non-CCR), as prescribed in FAR 32.1105(a)(2). Within the
Clause, under (c) the payment office shall be inserted as the
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prescribed designated office. Further inserted shall be that the
required EFT information shall be provided no later than 15 days prior
to submission of the first request for payment.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4185
Agency Contact: Calvin McWhirter, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4379
Fax: 202 565-2552
Email: mcwhirter.calvin@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA57
_______________________________________________________________________
3128. EPAAR COVERAGE ON LOCAL HIRING AND TRAINING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390 as amended
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1526; 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend the EPA Acquisition Regulation (EPAAR)
to include part 1526, Other Socioeconomic Programs, and to revise part
1552, Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses. The purpose is to
provide an incentive for prime contractors to utilize local hiring and
provide training to local hires in specific geographical locations
where contractual requirements will be performed. This incentive will
support economic development in areas where EPA contracts are
performed.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/09/98 63 FR 67845
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4187
Agency Contact: Frances Smith, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4368
Fax: 202 565-2475
Email: smith.frances@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________
3129. FELLOWSHIP GRANT REGULATION REVISION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 46
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The fellowship rule (part 46) establishes the requirements
applicable to granting all EPA fellowships. It supplements 40 CFR part
30, ``Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Agreements
with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Non-Profit
Organizations.'' The rule requires submission of data to the Agency;
however, a new ICR is not required. The rule is already cleared under
current ICR approval.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4572
Agency Contact: W. Scott McMoran, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3903R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5376
Fax: 202 565-2468
Email: mcmoran.scott@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA77
_______________________________________________________________________
3130. [bull] CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 sec. 205(c); 63 stat. 390 as amended; 40 USC
486(c); 41 USC 418b
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1509 and 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will revise EPAAR clauses at 1509 and 1552
pertaining to contractor performance evaluations. EPAAR clauses will be
amended to provide for use of the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
construction module in the NIH Contractor Performance System.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/20/02 67 FR 7657
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4650
Agency Contact: Frances Smith, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4368
Fax: 202 565-2475
Email: smith.frances@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA79
_______________________________________________________________________
3131. [bull] WASTE ISOLATION PILOT PLANT (WIPP) FY 2001 REPORT TO
CONGRESS
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: PL 102-579, sec 23(a)(2)
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This Report to Congress is required by section 23(a)(2) of
the WIPP Land Withdrawal Act, which requires EPA to submit an annual
report to Congress ``on the status of and resources required for the
fulfillment of the Administrator's responsibilities under the Act''
regarding the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP). This report
summarizes the activities and progress EPA has made in fulfilling its
responsibilities under the Act and outlines the resources required for
the Agency to meet its commitments. The WIPP is an underground
repository for the permanent disposal of radioactive waste generated as
byproducts from nuclear weapons production. It was constructed by the
Department of Energy (DOE) and is located near Carlsbad, New Mexico. In
1998, EPA certified that the WIPP complies with EPA's radioactive waste
disposal standards at subpart B and C of 40 CFR 191 and EPA's WIPP
compliance criteria at 40 CFR 194, and thus is safe
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to contain radioactive waste. Since that time, the DOE has begun
emplacing waste in the WIPP. The waste is stored approximately 2,100
feet underground in excavated, natural salt formations. EPA also has
responsibility for assuring continual compliance with EPA's radioactive
waste disposal standards. EPA continues to have an oversight role at
the WIPP to ensure that it continues to protect human health and the
environment. This report summarizes EPA's activities past and present.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Report to Congress 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4686
Agency Contact: Ray Lee, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6608J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4625
Fax: 202 565-2062
Email: lee.ray@epa.gov
Caroline Laikin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
6608J
Phone: 202 564-9095
Fax: 202 565-2065
Email: laikin.caroline@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK39
_______________________________________________________________________
3132. REGULATORY INCENTIVES FOR THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE
TRACK PROGRAM
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The National Environmental Performance Track is designed to
recognize facilities that consistently meet their legal requirements
and have implemented high-quality environmental management systems, and
to encourage them to achieve more by continuously improving their
environmental performance and informing and involving the public.
Facilities gain entrance to Performance Track by submitting an
application that documents that four specific criteria are met:
operating environmental management system; commitment to continuous
environmental improvement through documented past improvements and
future commitments; engaging the public; and a strong record of
compliance. To promote participation in the program, and the
environmental and other benefits that will come with it, EPA intends to
offer several incentives. Among those incentives are the adjustments in
current regulatory requirements that are the subjects of this
rulemaking. These include reducing the frequency of reports required
under the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) provisions of
the Clean Air Act; streamlined reporting by publicly owned treatment
works (POTWs) under the Clean Water Act; extending on-site storage of
RCRA waste to 180 days; and soliciting comment on opportunities for
PerformanceTrack facilities to consolidate reporting under various
environmental statutes into a single report.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/13/02 67 FR 52674
Final Action 07/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4473
Agency Contact: Robert Sachs, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of the Administrator, 1808, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2884
Fax: 202 566-2989
Email: sachs.robert@epa.gov
David Guest, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the
Administrator, 1808, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2872
Fax: 202 566-2989
Email: guest.david@epa.gov
RIN: 2090-AA13
_______________________________________________________________________
3133. EPA AGENCYWIDE PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT POLICY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Environmental Protection Agency is revising its 1981
Public Participation Policy. The policy was updated to reflect changes
over the intervening years such as additional Agency responsibilities,
new regulations, expanded public involvement techniques, and the
changed nature of public access due to the Internet. The policy will
provide guidance and direction to EPA officials on reasonable and
effective means to involve the public in its regulatory and program
decisions.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Draft Public Involvement Policy 12/28/00 65 FR 82335
Final Public Involvement Policy 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4530
Agency Contact: Patricia Bonner, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of the Administrator, 1807, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2204
Fax: 202 566-2200
Email: bonner.patricia@epa.gov
Scott Bowles, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the
Administrator, 1807, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2208
Fax: 202 566-2200
Email: bowles.scott@epa.gov
RIN: 2090-AA23
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3134. PROJECT XL SITE-SPECIFIC RULEMAKING FOR NASA WHITE SANDS TEST
FACILITY ELECTRONIC REPORTING IN LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The purpose of the NASA White Sands Test Facility (WSTF)
Electronic Reporting site-specific rule is to enable the NASA WSTF to
electronically submit compliance reports and permit information to the
New Mexico Environmental Department (NMED) in lieu of submitting paper
reports. The rule will set forth guidelines to ensure that the
information submitted by NASA WSTF to NMED is accurate by outlining
procedures for data authentication, use
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of electronic signature and encryption processes.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/31/01 66 FR 55050
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4536
Agency Contact: Kristina Heinemann, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of the Administrator, 1807T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2183
Fax: 202 566-2220
Email: heinemann.kristina@epa.gov
Donna Perla, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the
Administrator, 1807T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2177
Fax: 202 566-2211
Email: perla.donna@epa.gov
RIN: 2090-AA27
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions
General
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3135. PUBLIC INFORMATION AND CONFIDENTIALITY REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2005; 15 USC 2601 et seq; 21 USC 346; 33 USC
1251 et seq; 33 USC 1414; 42 USC 11001 et seq; 42 USC 300(f) et seq; 42
USC 4912; 42 USC 6901 et seq; 42 USC 7401 et seq; 42 USC 9601 et seq; 5
USC 552; 7 USC 136 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 2; 40 CFR 57; 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 123; 40 CFR 145;
40 CFR 233; 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 270; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 281; 40 CFR 350;
40 CFR 403; 40 CFR 85; 40 CFR 86
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, August 31, 2000, Proposed rule to
eliminate the special treatment of CBI substantiations.
Abstract: EPA regulations at 40 CFR part 2, subpart B, provide
procedures for handling and disclosing information claimed as
confidential business information (CBI). Although the current
regulations have succeeded in protecting CBI, changes in Agency
workload, practice, and statutory authority have made it difficult to
handle CBI activities as expeditiously as desired. EPA is examining its
CBI regulations to determine whether changes are needed to make them
more efficient and effective. Provision 40 CFR 2.205(c), which
automatically protects CBI substantiations claimed as confidential, is
being examined individually and as part of the CBI regulations as a
whole.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM/CBI Regs Proposal to revise
EPA's CBI regulations 11/23/94 59 FR 60446
Final/CBI Substant. Final rule
to eliminate special treatment
of substantiations To Be Determined
NPRM/CBI Regs Proposal to revise
CBI regs--40 CFR Part 2, Subpart
B To Be Determined
Final Rule/CBI Regs Final rule
revising CBI regs--40 CFR Part
2, Subpart B To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3240
Agency Contact: Alan Margolis, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Environmental Information, 2822-T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1644
Fax: 202 566-1639
Email: margolis.alan@epa.gov
Rebecca Moser, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Environmental
Information, 2822, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1679
Fax: 202 566-1639
Email: moser.rebecca@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________
3136. GUIDELINES FOR CARCINOGEN RISK ASSESSMENT
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: Not applicable
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Agency will use these guidelines to evaluate suspect
carcinogens in line with the policies and procedures established in the
statutes administered by the EPA. These guidelines revise and replace
EPA Guidelines for Carcinogen Risk Assessment published at 51 FR 33992,
September 24, 1986. These guidelines provide EPA staff and decision-
makers with the directions and perspectives necessary to develop and
use risk assessments. The guidelines also provide the general public
with basic information about the Agency's approaches to risk
assessment.
To develop guidelines the Agency must find a balance between
consistency and innovation. Consistent risk assessments provide
consistent bases to support regulatory decisionmaking. On the other
hand, innovation is necessary so the Agency will base its decisions on
current scientific thinking. In balancing these and other science
policies, the Agency relies on input from the general scientific
community through established scientific peer review processes. The
guidelines incorporate basic principles and science policies based on
evaluation of the currently available information. The revisions place
increased emphasis on the role of carcinogenic mechanisms in risk
assessment and clearer explication of underlying assumptions in risk
assessment.
These guidelines will have minimal to no impact on small businesses or
State, local, and tribal governments.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Reproposed Guidelines 04/23/96 61 FR 17960
Implementation Policy 06/25/96 61 FR 32799
Final Guidelines To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
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Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3671
Agency Contact: William Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Research and Development, 8103, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3358
RIN: 2080-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________
3137. NEW JERSEY GOLD TRACK PROJECT XL RULE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Gold Track Program is a crucial part of NJDEP's efforts
to create a State-run tiered performance-based program. Currently,
facilities may join NJDEP's Silver Track Program, which is a lower-
level tier that provides recognition for commitments to a certain level
of environmental enhancement. Gold Track expands upon these
environmental commitments, and offers proportionally greater
recognition, as well as actual federal regulatory flexibility to
participating facilities. NJDEP is partnering with EPA in the Gold
Track effort under the XL program, so as to be able to offer federal
regulatory flexibility to Gold Track participants.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/16/02 67 FR 18528
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4533
Agency Contact: Chad Carbone, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of the Administrator, 1807, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2178
Fax: 202 566-2200
Email: carbone.chad@epa.gov
Stan Siegel, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the
Administrator, New York, NY 10007-1866
Phone: 212 637-3701
Email: siegel.stan@epa.gov
RIN: 2090-AA28
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Completed Actions
General
_______________________________________________________________________
3138. ADMINISTRATIVE CORRECTIONS TO EPAAR 1515, CONTRACTING BY
NEGOTIATION
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Merged into RIN 2030-AA59 10/02/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Leigh Pomponio
Phone: 202 564-4364
Fax: 202 565-2475
Email: pomponio.leigh@epa.gov
RIN: 2030-AA73
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Prerule Stage
Clean Air Act (CAA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3139. [bull] MODIFICATION OF SOURCE CATEGORY LISTING FOR SEVEN SPECIFIC
POLLUTANTS -- CAA SECTION 112(C)(6)
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112(c)(6)
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This is a notice, not a rule; it will be signed by the AA/
OAR, not the Administrator. This action will remove eight source
categories from potential regulation under CAA section 112. Section
112(c)(6) of the CAA requires that the EPA identify categories of
sources of seven specific pollutants (alkylated lead compounds,
polycyclic organic matter (POM), mercury, hexachlorobenzene, PCBs,
dioxins and furans) that account for not less than 90 percent of the
aggregate emissions of each pollutant and subject these sources to
standards. EPA published that source category listing in April 1998.
With this new action, we are removing eight area source categories, all
emissions sources of POM, from the list previously identified in April
1998. These categories are no longer needed to achieve the 90 percent
requirement. This is because we now are able to count the contribution
of area source emissions from Gasoline Distribution (Stage 1) toward
the 90 percent requirement for POM. We added this category to our
regulatory agenda under a July 1999 Federal Register notice for the
Urban Air Toxics Strategy. We are also removing Open Burning of Scrap
Tires, an area source category for POM, from the list of anthropogenic
stationary source categories included in the section 112(c)(6)
inventory analysis. Consequently, this source category will no longer
be a candidate for regulation under section 112(c)(6). This is similar
to our exclusion of a number of other source categories (e.g.,
wildfires) that we do not consider appropriate for regulation under
section 112 of the CAA. Open burning of scrap tires is a result of
arson, accident, or lightning. It is already banned in all 50 States.
With these changes EPA is still able to meet the 90 percent
requirement. Note that CAA section 112(c)(6) is currently the subject
of a deadline lawsuit. Negotiations with the litigant are ongoing and
could result in a court-ordered schedule for these modifications.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
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Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4684
Agency Contact: Ellen Wildermann, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5408
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wildermann.ellen@epa.gov
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wyatt.susan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK34
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
Clean Air Act (CAA)
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3140. PLASTIC PARTS AND PRODUCTS (SURFACE COATING) NESHAP
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This action would address the hazardous air pollutants (HAP)
emissions from the coating of plastic parts. Pollution prevention
approaches will be considered.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3826
Sectors Affected: 337214 Nonwood Office Furniture Manufacturing; 32614
Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing; 326199 All Other Plastics
Product Manufacturing; 32615 Urethane and Other Foam Product (except
Polystyrene) Manufacturing; 333313 Office Machinery Manufacturing;
33422 Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications
Equipment Manufacturing; 336399 All Other Motor Vehicle Parts
Manufacturing; 336999 All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing;
339111 Laboratory Apparatus and Furniture Manufacturing; 339112
Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing; 33992 Sporting and
Athletic Goods Manufacturing; 33995 Sign Manufacturing; 339999 All
Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Kim Teal, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5580
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: teal.kim@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG57
_______________________________________________________________________
3141. PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION (PSD) AND NONATTAINMENT
NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR): ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND REPLACEMENT
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 127 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AK28
_______________________________________________________________________
3142. PERFORMANCE WARRANTY AND INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE TEST PROCEDURES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7541; 42 USC 7601
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 85
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action establishes a new short test procedure for use in
I/M programs required by the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. Vehicles
that are tested and failed using this procedure and that meet
eligibility requirements established by the act would be eligible for
free warranty repair from the manufacturers.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/00/03
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3263
Agency Contact: Buddy Polovick, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6406, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4928
Fax: 734 214-4052
Email: polovick.buddy@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AE20
_______________________________________________________________________
3143. INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE RECALL REQUIREMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7511(a)(2)(b); 42 USC 7511(a)(2)(b)(2)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action specifies requirements for enhanced I/M programs
to establish a program to ensure compliance with recall notices. This
is pursuant to the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/00/03
Final Action 04/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3262
Agency Contact: Buddy Polovick, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6406, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4928
Fax: 734 214-4052
Email: polovick.buddy@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AE22
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3144. AMENDMENTS TO METHOD 24 (WATER-BASED COATINGS)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 15, 2001.
Abstract: The determination of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
content of a surface coating by reference Method 24 involves
determination of its water content and calculation of its VOC content
as the difference of the two measurements (volatile content minus water
content). Method 24 is inherently less precise for water-based coatings
than it is for solvent-based coatings and the imprecision increases as
water content increases. This action will amend Method 24 by adding a
direct measurement procedure for measuring VOC content of water-based
coatings. The precision of Method 24 for water-based coatings will be
improved.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/03
Final Action 05/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3649
Agency Contact: Candace Sorrell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1064
Fax: 919 541-1039
Email: sorrell.candace@epa.gov
Connie Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-7774
RIN: 2060-AF72
_______________________________________________________________________
3145. ADDITION OF OPACITY METHOD TO APPENDIX M OF 40 CFR PART 51 (METHOD
203)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 15, 2001.
Abstract: This rulemaking proposes to add a method, Method 203, for the
measurement of opacity from stationary sources, to appendix M (Example
Test Methods for State Implementation Plans) in 40 CFR part 51. This
action provides States with an instrumental test method which can be
used in determining, on a continuous basis, compliance with stationary
source opacity emission limitations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/07/92 57 FR 46114
Supplemental NPRM 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3958
Agency Contact: Solomon O. Ricks, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5242
Fax: 919 541-1039
Email: ricks.solomon@epa.gov
Frederick J. Thompson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-19, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2707
Email: thompson.fred@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH23
_______________________________________________________________________
3146. TRANSPORTATION CONFORMITY RULE AMENDMENT: CLARIFICATION OF TRADING
PROVISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671 CAA sec 176(c)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 93
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The transportation conformity rule, promulgated in November
1993, ensures that transportation and air quality planning are
consistent with Clean Air Act air quality standards. The Open Market
Trading Guidance provides guidance to states for establishing a method
to quantify emissions reductions (called discrete emissions reductions
or DERs) that can be traded among parties and how such trading should
occur. This action will amend the transportation conformity rule to
clarify how emissions trading could be reconciled in the conformity
process.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3917
Agency Contact: Laura Voss, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, NFEVL, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4858
Fax: 734 214-4531
Email: voss.laura@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH31
_______________________________________________________________________
3147. REVIEW OF MINOR NEW SOURCES AND MODIFICATIONS IN INDIAN COUNTRY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: As required by the Clean Air Act's New Source Review (NSR)
provisions, the EPA is proposing Federal regulations governing
preconstruction permitting of minor and major stationary sources of air
pollution in Indian country. Pursuant to the Tribal Air Rule, eligible
Indian Tribes may receive EPA authorization to develop and implement
such programs. The Federal NSR permitting programs would be effective
throughout Indian country and would be implemented by EPA if eligible
Indian Tribes do not elect, or do not receive authorization, to manage
such programs. The proposed Federal minor NSR rule would require
sources in Indian country, with certain exceptions, to obtain a permit
prior to construction if they are: (1) new minor sources, (2) existing
minor sources undergoing modification, or (3) existing major sources
undergoing minor modification. The proposed rule also would allow new
or existing stationary sources to accept enforceable limits on their
production capacity or hours of operation in order to be considered
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minor sources and avoid being subject to other Clean Air Act
requirements such as the title V operating permit program. The proposed
Federal major NSR rule would require sources in nonattainment areas in
Indian country to obtain a permit prior to construction if they are:
(1) new major sources, or (2) existing major sources undergoing major
modification. These rules would not impose any mandates on Tribal
governments to implement NSR permitting programs. Tribal governments
may be affected, however, insofar as they own or operate sources that
must obtain a permit from the EPA under the final Federal permitting
program regulations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/03
Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3975
Agency Contact: Joyce Barkley, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C339-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1877
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: barkley.joyce@epa.gov
Laura McKelvey, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5497
RIN: 2060-AH37
_______________________________________________________________________
3148. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION 16 - SPECIFICATIONS AND TEST PROCEDURES
FOR PREDICTIVE EMISSION MONITORING SYSTEMS IN STATIONARY SOURCES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411 CAA sec 111
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Performance Specification 16 is being proposed to provide
performance criteria for predictive emission monitoring systems.
Predictive systems represent a new technology that uses process
information or parameters to predict pollutant emissions instead of
directly measuring them. The Agency is allowing their use in recently-
promulgated rules and they are being considered by a number of
regulated facilities. The specification lists the requirements for
acceptable systems that are met by passing tests that compare the
monitoring system with standardized methods and audit gases to
determine system accuracy and stability. Performance Specification 16
will primarily apply to facilities whose emissions can be predicted
from process parameters such as combustion processes (including gas
turbines and internal combustion engines).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/00/03
Final Action 03/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4119
Sectors Affected: 33241 Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing;
333611 Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Unit Manufacturing; 333618
Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing; 336399 All Other Motor Vehicle
Parts Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Foston Curtis, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1063
Connie Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-7774
RIN: 2060-AH84
_______________________________________________________________________
3149. TECHNICAL CHANGE TO DOSE METHODOLOGY FOR 40 CFR PART 190, SUBPART
B AND 40 CFR 191, SUBPART A
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 2021 Atomic Energy Act of 1954; Reorganization
Plan No. 3 of 1970; Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 190(B); 40 CFR 191(A)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The purpose of this action is to make a technical change to
the dose methodology used in subpart A of 40 CFR 191, entitled
Environmental Radiation Protection Standards for the Management and
Disposal of Spent Nuclear Fuel, High-Level Waste and Transuranic Waste
The current methodology is outdated. The dose methodology used in the
rule published on September 19, 1985, was based on the target organ
approach recommended by the International Commission on Radiological
Protection (ICRP) in Report 2. Since that time science has
progressed and a new methodology based on an effective dose equivalent
approach is currently being recommended by the ICRP in Report
26. This action would update the 40 CFR 191, subpart A dose
limits published in 1985 from the target organ to the state-of-the-art
effective dose equivalent system. There would be no change in the level
of protection, just the scientific methodology for determining
compliance with the levels of protection established in 1985.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/02
Final Action 05/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4003
Agency Contact: Ray Clark, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6608J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9198
Fax: 202 565-2065
Email: clark.ray@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH90
_______________________________________________________________________
3150. NAAQS: SULFUR DIOXIDE (RESPONSE TO REMAND)
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7409 CAA sec 109
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50.4; 40 CFR 50.5
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On November 15, 1994, the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) proposed not to revise the existing 24-
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hour and annual primary standards. The EPA sought public comment on the
need to adopt additional regulatory measures to address the health risk
to asthmatic individuals posed by short-term peak sulfur dioxide
exposure. On March 7, 1995, EPA proposed implementation strategies for
reducing short-term high concentrations of sulfur dioxide emissions in
the ambient air. On May 22, 1996, EPA published its final decision not
to revise the primary sulfur dioxide NAAQS. The notice stated that EPA
would shortly propose a new implementation strategy to assist States in
addressing short-term peaks of sulfur dioxide. The new implementation
strategy - the Intervention Level Program - was proposed on January 2,
1997. In July 1996, the American Lung Association and the Environmental
Defense Fund petitioned the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit
for a judicial review of EPA's decision not to establish a new 5-minute
NAAQS. On January 30, 1998, the court found that EPA did not adequately
explain its decision and remanded the case so EPA could explain its
rationale more fully. EPA published a schedule for responding to the
remand in the May 5, 1998, Federal Register. Since that notice, EPA has
continued to work on the proposed response to the remand by reviewing
additional SO2 air quality information. EPA published an informational
notice in the Federal Register on January 9, 2001 (66 FR 1665). EPA is
conducting monitoring to evaluate sources of SO2 peaks. The results of
this project will inform the response to the remand.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM NAAQS Review 11/15/94 59 FR 58958
NPRM NAAQS Implementation (Part
51) 03/07/95 60 FR 12492
Final Rule NAAQS Review 05/22/96 61 FR 25566
NPRM Revised NAAQS
Implementation (Part 51) 01/02/97 62 FR 210
Notice Schedule for Response to
NAAQS Remand 05/05/98 63 FR 24782
Notice Informational FR Notice 01/09/01 66 FR 1665
Notice To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 1002
Agency Contact: Susan Stone, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1146
Fax: 919 541-0237
Email: stone.susan@epa.gov
Karen Martin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5274
Email: martin.karen@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________
3151. IMPLEMENTATION RULE FOR 8-HOUR OZONE NAAQS
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 125 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AJ99
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3152. NESHAP: COMBUSTION TURBINE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The combustion turbine source category is listed as a major
source of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) under section 112 of the
Clean Air Act (CAA). A major source is one which emits more than 10
tons/yr of one HAP or more than 25 tons/yr of a combination of 189
HAPs. Combustion turbines also emit NOx, SO2, CO, and PM. Combustion
turbines are already regulated for NOx and SO2 emissions under section
111 of the CAA. The EPA will gather information on HAP emissions from
combustion turbines and determine the appropriate maximum achievable
control technology (MACT) to reduce HAP emissions. The EPA information
that has already been developed will be used if possible and additional
information will be gathered by working with State/local agencies,
vendors, manufacturers of combustion turbines, owners and operators of
combustion turbines, and environmentalists.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3657
Agency Contact: Sims Roy, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5263
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: roy.sims@epa.gov
Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1045
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: wayland.robertj@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG67
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3153. NESHAP: IRON AND STEEL FOUNDRIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: Iron foundries and steel foundries have been identified by
the EPA as potentially significant sources of air emissions of
manganese compounds, lead compounds, and other substances that are
among the pollutants listed as hazardous air pollutants in section 112
of the Clean Air Act, as amended in November of 1990. As such, these
industries may be source categories for which national emission
standards may be warranted.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3343
Agency Contact: Kevin Cavender, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
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and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2364
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: cavender.kevin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AE43
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3154. NESHAP: PAINT STRIPPING OPERATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The EPA has determined that paint stripping operations emit
at least one of the HAP's listed in section 112(b) of the Clean Air
Act. As a result, the source category was included on the initial list
of HAP-emitting categories scheduled for promulgation within 10 years
of enactment of the Act. There are several emission standards for other
source categories (for example, aerospace manufacturing and wood
furniture manufacturing) that already address emissions from paint
stripping operations. We are currently in the process of determining if
there are any other major sources of HAP emissions from paint stripping
operations that are not already regulated. Furthermore, HAP emissions
from paint stripping operations that are area sources will be regulated
in the future as part of the urban air toxics strategy.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3746
Agency Contact: Jaime Pagan, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5340
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: pagan.jaime@epa.gov
Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1045
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: wayland.robertj@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG26
_______________________________________________________________________
3155. NESHAP: RECIPROCATING INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 120 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AG63
_______________________________________________________________________
3156. NESHAP: INDUSTRIAL, COMMERCIAL, AND INSTITUTIONAL BOILERS AND
PROCESS HEATERS
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 121 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AG69
_______________________________________________________________________
3157. NESHAP: LIME MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 5 USC 605
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: Section 112 of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 requires
the EPA to develop emission standards for each major source category of
hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). The standards are to be technology-
based and are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction
determined to be achievable by the Administrator of the EPA. The EPA
has determined that some lime manufacturing plants may be major sources
for one or more HAPs. As a consequence, a regulation (emission
standards) is being developed for the lime manufacturing industry.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3651
Sectors Affected: 32741 Lime Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Joseph P. Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5446
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: wood.joe@epa.gov
James U. Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-05, Research Triangle Pa, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG72
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3158. NESHAP: METAL CAN MANUFACTURING (SURFACE COATING) INDUSTRY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This action will result in the reduction of hazardous air
pollutants emitted by the metal can industry.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3906
Sectors Affected: 332431 Metal Can Manufacturing; 332812 Metal Coating,
Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to
Manufacturers; 332115 Crown and Closure Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Paul A. Almodovar, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0283
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: almodovar.paul@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG96
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3159. NESHAP: SURFACE COATING OF AUTOMOBILES AND LIGHT-DUTY TRUCKS
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 122 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AG99
_______________________________________________________________________
3160. NESHAP: PRIMARY MAGNESIUM REFINING
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: Section 112 of the Clean Air Act (Act), as amended November
1990, requires the EPA to regulate categories of major and area sources
of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed in section 112(b). The EPA
has determined that sources that manufacture primary magnesium may
reasonably be anticipated to emit several of the 189 HAPs listed
(including chlorine and hydrochloric acid) in quantities sufficient to
designate them as a major source. As a consequence, primary magnesium
refining is among the HAP emitting source categories selected for
regulation and is in the group of categories for which final rules are
scheduled to be promulgated by November 15, 2000 (58 FR 63941, December
3, 1993).
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3924
Agency Contact: Eugene Crumpler, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0881
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: crumpler.gene@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH03
_______________________________________________________________________
3161. NESHAP: GROUP I POLYMERS AND RESINS AND GROUP IV POLYMERS AND
RESINS-AMENDMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.480 to 63.506 (Revision); 40 CFR 63.1310 to
63.1335 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: During the development of the National Emission Standard for
Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for elastomers (Group I polymers and
resins) and thermoplastics (Group IV polymers and resins) (RINs 2060-
AD56 and 2060-AE37), many of the provisions contained in the Hazardous
Organic NESHAP (HON) were referenced directly by these polymers and
resins regulations due to similarities in processes, emission
characteristics, and control technologies. On January 17, 1997, the EPA
promulgated changes to the HON to remove ambiguity, to clearly convey
EPA intent, and to make the rule easier to understand and implement in
response to industry petitions. It is necessary to make parallel
changes to the polymers and resins NESHAP; otherwise inconsistencies
will exist for NESHAPs regulating similar source categories. An ANPRM
was published in the Federal Register on 11/25/96 (61 FR 59849), to
explain the nature of changes planned. Subsequently, six litigants have
petitioned for review of the elastomers and thermoplastics regulations.
Four companies have petitioned EPA to reconsider specific provisions in
the thermoplastics regulation. Revisions will be proposed to parallel
HON changes and to resolve petitioners' issues. There are no impacts
anticipated for small businesses or State/local/tribal governments.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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ANPRM Petitions for Jud. Review-
Dow,UCC,Exxon) 11/25/96 61 FR 59849
NPRM Petitions for Judicial
Review-Prop. Amend. 03/09/99 64 FR 11559
NPRM Petition for Recons. -
Equip. Leaks 06/08/99 64 FR 30453
NPRM Petition for Recons. -
Equip. Leaks 06/08/99 64 FR 60456
Direct Final Action Petition for
Reconsid.-Equip Leaks 06/08/99 64 FR 30406
Final Action Petitions for
Judicial Review-Amendments 06/19/00 65 FR 38030
Direct Final Rule Stay 08/29/00 65 FR 52319
Direct Final Rule Withdrawal -
Polymers and Resins 10/26/00 65 FR 64161
Final Rule Amend. Petition for
Recons.-Cooling Towers 02/23/01 66 FR 11233
Final Rule Amend. Petition for
Jud. Review-Tech. Corr. 07/16/01 66 FR 36924
Final-Amend. & Denial Petition
for Reconsideration-Equip. Leaks08/06/01 66 FR 40903
NPRM Petition for
Reconsideration-Cooling Towers 09/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3939
Sectors Affected: 325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Robert Rosensteel, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5608
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: rosensteel.bob@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH47
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3162. NESHAP: OIL AND NATURAL GAS PRODUCTION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On February 2, 1998, we proposed NESHAP for oil and gas
production (major sources), oil and gas
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production (area sources) , and natural gas transmission and storage in
one package. On June 17, 1999, we promulgated NESHAP for oil and gas
production (major sources) and natural gas transmission and storage. In
this action, we will publish a supplemental proposal for the oil and
gas production glycol dehydrators (area sources) and subsequently
promulgate the proposal.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Supplemental NPRM 06/00/03
Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4162
Agency Contact: Greg Nizich, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3078
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: nizich.greg@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI13
_______________________________________________________________________
3163. ELECTRIC UTILITY STEAM GENERATING UNIT MACT REGULATION
Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect State, local or tribal
governments and the private sector.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 15, 2003.
Final, Judicial, December 15, 2004.
Abstract: In December 2000, the EPA determined that regulation of
hazardous air pollutant emissions (HAP) from oil- and coal-fired
electric utility steam generating units was necessary and appropriate.
This finding was based on the results of the study mandated by section
112(n)(1)(A) of the Clean Air Act, as amended. The regulation(s) will
be developed under section 112 and will result in standards based on
the use of maximum achievable control technology (MACT). The primary
benefit will be the reduction of mercury emissions to the atmosphere
from coal-fired units but other HAP will also be reduced. Small
businesses and State/local/tribal governments could be impacted
(particularly those governments owning or operating oil- or coal-fired
electric generation facilities).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/03
Final Rule 12/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4571
Sectors Affected: 221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation
Agency Contact: Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1045
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: wayland.robertj@epa.gov
William H. Maxwell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5430
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: maxwell.bill@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ65
_______________________________________________________________________
3164. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: RECONSIDERATION OF SECTION 608
SALES RESTRICTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7671(g) CAA sec 608
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 subpart F
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The rule will include the reconsideration of the sales
restriction as it relates to split systems. The Agency was petitioned
to reconsider the part of the sales restriction that included the sale
of pre-charged split systems. It restricted such sales to certified
technicians. Since then, EPA stayed that portion of the sales
restriction in response to the petition. This rule will include the
determination of the Agency related to the reconsideration. It
addresses environmental problems of ozone depletion resulting from
emissions of chlorofluorocarbons, hydrochlorofluorocarbons, and other
ozone-depleting substances. Through restricting sales of certain pre-
charged items to persons certified as technicians, emissions to the
atmosphere are decreased. The impact on small businesses and
governments would be negligible, since persons can become certified if
the EPA determination is a full restriction. Most businesses and
governments will have at least one certified technician on board. This
action has no impact on small business and State, local, and tribal
governments.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/00/03
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3673
Agency Contact: Julius Banks, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9870
Fax: 202 565-2156
Email: banks.julius@epa.gov
Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: land.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG20
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3165. RULEMAKING TO MODIFY THE LIST OF SOURCE CATEGORIES FROM WHICH
FUGITIVE EMISSIONS ARE CONSIDERED IN MAJOR SOURCE DETERMINATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7602 CAA sec 302(j)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 70; 40 CFR 71
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rulemaking will modify the list of source categories
from which fugitive emissions are to be considered in major source
determinations under the New Source Review (Prevention of Significant
Deterioration and Nonattainment New Source Review) and title V
programs. As provided by section 302(j) of the Act, EPA adopted rules
on August 7, 1980 that require, for specific source categories, the
inclusion of fugitive emissions when determining if a stationary source
is a major source. In its 1980 rulemaking, EPA identified one such
specific source category as those stationary source categories being
regulated, as of August 7, 1980, under section 111 or 112 of the Clean
Air Act. Moreover, EPA indicated that at the time of any future
rulemaking proposing to regulate additional categories of sources under
section 111 or 112, the EPA would conduct a parallel rulemaking under
section 302(j) to determine whether fugitive emissions from sources
within these source categories needed to be considered in determining
whether the sources were major stationary sources. EPA did not conduct
these parallel rulemakings as intended and is now conducting a
rulemaking pursuant to section 302(j) to address the source categories
which became subject to section 111 and 112 standards after August 7,
1980.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 06/00/03
Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4045
Agency Contact: Joanna Swanson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5282
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: swanson.joanna@epa.gov
Steve Hitte, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-
04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0886
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: hitte.steve@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH58
_______________________________________________________________________
3166. NESHAP: PLYWOOD AND COMPOSITE WOOD PRODUCTS
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 119 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AG52
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3167. NATIONAL VOC EMISSION STANDARDS FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS; PROPOSED
AMENDMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 59
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Amendments to the consumer products rule are being proposed
to clarify and correct the rule.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 10/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4309
Sectors Affected: 32599 All Other Chemical Product Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Bruce Moore, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5460
Fax: 919 541-0072
Email: moore.bruce@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI62
_______________________________________________________________________
3168. NESHAP: TACONITE IRON ORE PROCESSING INDUSTRY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, May 1, 2001.
Abstract: The taconite iron ore processing source category is comprised
of eight facilities operating in the United States. Six facilities are
located in Minnesota and two are located in Michigan. The expected
sources of HAP emissions for this source category include: fossil fuel
combustion sources, and possibly the handling and transfer of mined ore
containing naturally occurring inorganic compounds. Anticipated HAP
emissions released from these sources primarily include: formaldehyde,
manganese, nickel, arsenic, and chromium. The quantities of HAP
released are expected to exceed major source levels.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4380
Agency Contact: Conrad Chin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1512
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: chin.conrad@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ02
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3169. ELECTRIC ARC FURNACE NSPS AMENDMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60.270 to 60.276a
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Sources affected by the NSPS for electric arc furnaces
(Subparts AA,
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and AAa) have expressed concerns with the requirements in the NSPS to
use a continuous opacity monitor (COM) to monitor opacity and report
periods when the COM indicated greater than 3 percent opacity as
periods of excess emissions, and have petitioned the EPA to reconsider
the COM requirements. These concerns arise from recent information that
indicate that COM readings may have an error of up to 4 percent, which
in itself is greater than the 3 percent excess emissions threshold. The
EPA is reconsidering the COM requirements, and may amend the NSPS to
add alternative monitoring requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4555
Agency Contact: Kevin Cavender, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2364
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: cavender.kevin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ68
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3170. [bull] NESHAP: REVISION OF AREA SOURCE CATEGORY LIST UNDER SECTION
112(C)(3) AND 112(K)(3)(B)(II)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This is a notice, not a rule; it will be signed by the AA/
OAR, not the Administrator. This action is required under the Clean Air
Act section 112(c)(3) and 112(k)(3)(B)(ii), which both require EPA to
develop a list of urban area source categories for regulation under
section 112(d). Under these CAA provisions, EPA is to list enough urban
area source categories to address 90 percent of the emissions of each
of the 30 hazardous air pollutants (HAP) identified as posing the
greatest risk in urban areas. Under a consent decree with the Sierra
Club, EPA was to have completed this list in July 1999. In July 1999,
EPA did publish a list of categories as part of its Urban Air Toxics
Strategy document, which was developed by an Agency workgroup made up
of the individuals listed on this form in the Workgroup section (Item
32). However, the list in the Strategy document was not inclusive
enough to meet the requirements of either the consent decree or the CAA
90 percent requirement. As part of an ongoing litigation action with
Earth Justice (representing the Sierra Club and others), EPA has agreed
to listing additional source categories to satisfy the 90 percent
requirement. EPA agreed to do this in two groups. The first group which
included 18 area source categories appeared in the FR on June 24, 2002.
This final listing (to be completed by the end of December 2002) will
add enough additional source categories to satisfy the 90 percent
requirement. Both of these listings are based on the same data that was
used to develop the list of categories published in the aforementioned
Strategy. Listing a source category makes a category eligible for
regulation, but does not itself levy any requirements on any sources.
Any regulations would be developed in other, future actions.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice - First Group 11/00/02
Notice - Second Group 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4687
Agency Contact: Barbara Driscoll, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1051
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: driscoll.barbara@epa.gov
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wyatt.susan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK40
_______________________________________________________________________
3171. [bull] NESHAP: HAZARDOUS ORGANIC AMENDMENTS (HON)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action proposes to amend the Hazardous Organic NESHAP to
allow vapor balancing as a control option for storage vessels. There
are no environmental, cost, or economic impacts associated with this
action.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4712
Agency Contact: Mark Morris, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5416
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: morris.mark@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK49
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3172. [bull] NESHAP FOR PETROLEUM REFINERIES: CATALYTIC CRACKING UNITS,
CATALYTIC REFORMING UNITS, AND SULFUR RECOVERY UNITS; AMENDMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The NESHAP for Petroleum Refineries is an existing rulemaking
(40 CFR part 63, subpart CC) to control hazardous air pollutant
emissions from equipment in the petroleum refining industry. This
rulemaking will amend the Petroleum Refinery NESHAP to incorporate an
additional compliance option for catalytic reforming units at
refineries. Clarifying language and missing tables will also be added.
This
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action will not increase costs or change the emission reductions
expected for this rule.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4714
Agency Contact: Robert Lucas, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0884
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: lucas.bob@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK51
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3173. [bull] NESHAP: SOURCES CATEGORIES: GENERAL PROVISIONS; AND
REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTROL TECHNOLOGY DETERMINATIONS FOR MAJOR SOURCES IN
ACCORDANCE WITH CLEAN AIR ACT SEC.112(G) & 112(J); PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq.
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: These amendments implement a settlement agreement reached
with EarthJustice. The amendments would reduce the time required to
submit certain applications, and would revise certain aspects of the
startup, shutdown, and malfunction plan.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4715
Agency Contact: Rick Colyer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5262
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: colyer.rick@epa.gov
Tim Backstrom, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation
Phone: 202 564-5572
Email: backstrom.timothy@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK52
_______________________________________________________________________
3174. TRANSPORTATION CONFORMITY AMENDMENTS: RESPONSE TO MARCH 2, 1999,
COURT DECISION
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 123 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AI56
_______________________________________________________________________
3175. CONTROL OF EMISSIONS FROM SPARK IGNITION MARINE VESSELS AND
HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLES
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 124 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AJ90
_______________________________________________________________________
3176. CONTROL OF EMISSIONS OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NONROAD DIESEL ENGINES
AND FUEL
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 126 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AK27
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3177. CONTROL OF METHYL TERTIARY BUTYL ETHER (MTBE)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is considering taking action to control the use of Methyl
Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE), which is an organic compound that is
primarily used as a fuel additive in gasoline. MTBE has been used to
meet the oxygen requirement established by the Federal Reformulated
Gasoline Program (RFG) established by the 1990 amendments to the Clean
Air Act (CAA). Over 85 percent of reformulated gasoline contains MTBE.
EPA is concerned that the widespread use of MTBE may have resulted in
the contamination of groundwater and drinking water supplies,
threatening their future use. While current detections levels are
generally believed to be below levels that may cause public health
concerns, low level MTBE contamination may render water unpotable due
to offensive taste and odor. In November of 1998, EPA established a
Blue Ribbon Panel to investigate air quality benefits and water quality
concerns associated with oxygenates, including MTBE, in gasoline, and
to provide independent advice and recommendations on ways to maintain
air quality while protecting water quality. In September, 1999, the
panel recommended that the use of MTBE be substantially reduced. EPA is
now evaluating the Blue Ribbon Panel's recommendations, and has
conducted a preliminary review of authorities available to address
risks associated with MTBE. EPA intends to issue an Advance Notice of
Proposed Rulemaking to inform the public of this preliminary inquiry,
and to solicit public comment on possible regulatory action.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 03/24/00 65 FR 16094
NPRM 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4393
Agency Contact: Joseph Bachman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 5402, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9035
Fax: 202 565-2084
Email: bachman.joseph.@epa.gov
Bob Perlis, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 2333A
Phone: 202 564-5636
Email: perlis.robert@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ00
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3178. FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN (FIP) FOR THE BILLINGS/LAUREL, MONTANA
SULFUR DIOXIDE (SO2) AREA
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 12 USC 1701 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The State of Montana submitted a sulfur dioxide (SO2) State
Implementation Plan (SIP) for the Billings/Laurel, Montana area. On 7/
28/99 we proposed to partially approve, conditionally approve and
partially disapprove Montana's SO2 SIP for Billings/Laurel. EPA intends
to propose a Federal Implementation Plan (FIP) to cover those parts of
the State's plan we disapprove. EPA's FIP will assure that the
Billings/Laurel area will attain and maintain the SO2 NAAQS.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4542
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries
Agency Contact: Laurie Ostrand, Environmental Protection Agency,
Regional Office Denver, 8P-AR, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 303 312-6437
Fax: 303 312-6064
Email: ostrand.laurie@epa.gov
Larry Svoboda, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office Denver,
8P-AR
Phone: 303 312-6004
Fax: 303 312-6064
Email: svoboda.larry@epa.gov
RIN: 2008-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________
3179. NESHAP: PRINTING AND PUBLISHING INDUSTRY; AMENDMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994.
Abstract: The amendments will clarify the rule and ensure it reflects
the EPA's intent. The clarifications respond to industry comments
asking for clarification on a number of technical points.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/02
Final Action 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4310
Agency Contact: Dave Salman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0859
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: salman.dave@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI66
_______________________________________________________________________
3180. PETITIONS TO DELIST HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS: METHYL ETHYL KETONE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112(b)(3)
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, February 28, 2000.
Abstract: The Agency has received 4 petitions to remove certain
pollutants (i.e., methanol, methyl ethyl ketone, ethylene glycol butyl
ether, and methyl isobutyl ketone) from the list of hazardous air
pollutants (HAPs) under Section 112(b) of the Clean Air Act. The Agency
must review the petitions and either grant or deny the petition within
18 months of the date the complete petition was received. If the Agency
grants a petition, a notice of proposed rulemaking will be published in
the Federal Register, allowing the opportunity for public comment. If
the Agency denies a petition, a notice of denial will be published in
the Federal Register providing an explanation for such denial. If the
Agency grants a petition and ultimately removes the pollutant from the
HAP list then sources emitting such pollutants would not be required to
meet MACT emissions standards for the pollutant. If on the other hand,
the Agency denies the petition, then MACT standards would be issued as
currently planned under Section 112(c) and 112(d) of the Clean Air Act
for sources emitting such pollutants. Depending on the 4 individual
determinations, the Agency will issue separate notices for each.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Denial Notice: Methanol petition
-- final action 05/02/01 66 FR 21929
Action:MEK Prop. rule to delist/
denial notice-3 petitions by 06/
2002 11/00/02
Action: EGBE Prop. rule to
delist or denial notice 12/00/02
Action: MIBK Prop. rule to
delist or denial notice 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4313
Agency Contact: James White, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C404-01, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0842
Email: white.james@epa.gov
Dave Guinnup, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5368
Fax: 919 541-0840
Email: guinnup.dave@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI72
_______________________________________________________________________
3181. INSPECTION MAINTENANCE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS FOR FEDERAL
FACILITIES; AMENDMENT TO THE FINAL RULE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 23 USC 101; 42 USC 7401 et seq
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CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (Revision); 40 CFR 93 (New)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has had oversight
and policy development authority for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M)
programs since the passage of the Clean Air Act (CAA) in 1970. The 1977
amendments to the CAA mandated I/M for certain areas with long-term air
quality problems and the 1990 amendments set forth standards for
implementation of I/M programs. EPA used the statutory requirements of
the Act, including I/M requirements for Federal facilities, to
promulgate regulations which states would use in the development of
their I/M State Implementation Plans (SIPs). Those rule requirements
effectively gave States certain authorities over the Federal
government. The Department of Justice has now ruled that Federal
sovereign immunity was not fully waived under the CAA for those
requirements and EPA should amend its rule to remove the requirement
that States include those elements in their SIPs. EPA is proposing to:
(1) Amend the Federal facilities I/M requirements by removing that
section; (2) correct existing I/M SIP approval actions which include
these elements; (3) establish new Federal facilities I/M program
requirements which Federal facilities in I/M program areas must meet in
order to comply with the Act; and (4) designate for each State which
section of the Act Federal agencies must comply with based on how that
State promulgated its I/M regulations. These changes will have minimal
to no impact on the States as no new requirements are being created.
The States are under no obligation, legal or otherwise, to modify
existing SIPs meeting the previously applicable requirements as a
result of this action, nor will emissions reduction credit be affected.
However, the changes will clarify for affected Federal facilities what
they must do to meet the CAA requirements by establishing new
regulations per those requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4348
Agency Contact: Buddy Polovick, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6406, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4928
Fax: 734 214-4052
Email: polovick.buddy@epa.gov
Sara Schneeberg, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation
Phone: 202 564-5592
RIN: 2060-AI97
_______________________________________________________________________
3182. UTILITY SECTOR NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR) ALTERNATIVE COMPLIANCE
PROGRAM
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671q
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 52.21
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The New Source Review (NSR) Program is the principal means by
which EPA assures that new pollution sources install reasonably
effective air pollution controls before they are allowed to begin
operation. EPA is currently involved in a comprehensive rulemaking (NSR
Improvement, SAN 3259), intended to streamline the NSR program and
reduce its administrative burden. The Utility Sector NSR Alternative
Compliance Program is a proposed rulemaking that is an outgrowth of the
aforementioned comprehensive reform effort and will provide industries
with the flexibility to focus more on existing pollution sources, with
the goal of achieving as good or better environmental results than
could be achieved focusing strictly on new sources.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/00/03
Final Action 09/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4390
Agency Contact: Kathy Kaufman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0102
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: kaufman.kathy@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ14
_______________________________________________________________________
3183. PETITIONS TO DELIST SOURCE CATEGORIES FROM THE SOURCE CATEGORY
LIST, DEVELOPED PURSUANT TO SECTION 112(C) OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, April 21, 2000.
Abstract: The EPA has received 1 petition to remove a SC (2-Piece Can
Manufacturing) from the SC List developed pursuant to Section 112(c) of
the Clean Air Act (CAA). The most current SC List was published on
February 12, 2002 (67 FR 6521). Section 112(c)(9), which provides the
legislative authority and guidelines for such actions, states that the
Administrator may delete a SC from the list under Section 112(c), on
petition of any person or on the Administrator's own motion, whenever
the Administrator determines that no source in the category emits
hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) in quantities which may cause a
lifetime risk of cancer greater than 1 in one million to the individual
in the population who is most exposed and that emissions from no source
in the category exceed a level which is adequate to protect public
health with an ample margin of safety and that no adverse environmental
effect will result. As of August 14, 2002, 1 petition to delist a SC
has been received. It contains information on HAP emissions, exposures,
health effects, human risks, and potential ecological concerns as well
as the petitioner's explanation why the 2-Piece Can Manufacturing
should be removed from the SC List. The EPA is reviewing the petition.
Once the review is completed, the EPA will decide whether to grant or
deny the petition. Section 112(c)(9) requires that within 12 months of
receipt of a petition, the Administrator shall either grant or deny the
petition by publishing a written explanation of the reasons for the
Administrator's decision. We believe that petitions to delist source
categories are non-significant actions
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because they do not meet any of the principles outlined in Section A
above.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4415
Agency Contact: James White, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C404-01, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0842
Email: white.james@epa.gov
Dave Guinnup, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5368
Fax: 919 541-0840
Email: guinnup.dave@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ23
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3184. REVISING REGULATIONS ON AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50 (Revision); 40 CFR 53 (Revision); 40 CFR 58
(Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Air pollution control authorities use air quality data to
determine compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards
and in subsequent work to develop air pollution mitigation strategies.
The data come primarily from ambient air monitoring stations run by
state and local agencies, although federal, tribal, and industrial
organizations also run stations. The design of the monitoring networks
is regulated under 40 CFR 58. This rule was originally written in 1979
and several revisions have been made in the intervening years. Air
pollution control authorities have improved their parts of the network
in response to changes in air quality, advances in the understanding of
the movements and health effects of air pollutants, and developments in
air pollution measurement technology. EPA has also cooperated with air
pollution control authorities to improve the networks, but we have not
revised the applicable regulations comprehensively. The proposed
revisions would remove real or perceived constraints on redeploying air
monitoring stations; more accurately reflect the roles of EPA and other
control authorities in designing, reviewing, and modifying networks;
bring provisions related to quality assurance up to date; and recognize
technological changes. The current regulations require states to
develop plans to deploy air monitoring networks, but they do not
emphasize administering the networks. States generally develop new
plans only when new monitoring is needed, such as for a new NAAQS. The
regulations need to be revised to reflect the roles of EPA and the
state and local agencies.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/03
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4421
Sectors Affected: 92411 Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste
Management; 334519 Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Lee Ann Byrd, Environmental Engineer, Environmental
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-02, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5367
Fax: 919 541-1903
Email: byrd.lee@epa.gov
Mike Papp, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-02,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2408
Fax: 919 541-1903
Email: papp.michael@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ25
_______________________________________________________________________
3185. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: PHASEOUT OF CHLOROBROMOMETHANE
(HALON 1011) PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing to add chlorobromomethane (CBM) to the list
of controlled substances subject to production and consumption controls
in accordance with both the Montreal Protocol on Substances that
Deplete the Ozone Layer (Protocol) and EPA's regulations under the
Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. Today's action proposes to create a
new group (Group VIII) of class I substances for CBM, and to designate
the value of CBM's ``ozone depleting potential'' as 0.12. In accordance
with the Protocol, today's action proposes phasing out CBM production
and consumption upon publication of the final rule with permitted
exemptions. Today's action also proposes to restrict trade in CBM with
countries who are not parties to the Beijing Amendments to the
Protocol.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4428
Sectors Affected: 325199 All Other Basic Organic Chemical
Manufacturing; 325412 Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing; 32532
Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing; 42269 Other
Chemical and Allied Products Wholesalers; 54138 Testing Laboratories;
6215 Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories; 54171 Research and
Development in the Physical Sciences and Engineering Sciences
Agency Contact: Jabeen Akhtar, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3514
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: akhtar.jabeen@epa.gov
Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: land.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ27
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3186. FEDERAL PLAN REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL SOLID
WASTE INCINERATION UNITS CONSTRUCTED ON OR BEFORE NOVEMBER 30, 1999
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 1990 Amendments to the Clean Air Act sections 111;
1990 Amendments to the Clean Air Act sections 129; 1990 Amendments to
the Clean Air Act sections 301(a)(d)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 62
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 directed the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to set emission guidelines for
existing incinerators combusting commercial or industrial waste under
sections 111 and 129. Final emission guidelines for Commercial and
Industrial Solid Waste Incineration (CISWI) were published on December
1, 2000 (see 65 FR 75338). In accordance with section 129, any State
with affected sources must submit a State plan by December 1, 2001
describing how the State will implement the emission guidelines for
existing CISWI. Section 129 requires the Administrator to develop and
implement a Federal plan for existing CISWI units located in any State
which has not submitted an approvable plan within 2 years of
promulgation of the emissions guidelines. In this CISWI Federal plan
rulemaking, EPA becomes the implementing authority in those instances
where the State has failed to submit a plan or a plan has not yet been
approved. Therefore, consistent with section 129(b)(3) of the Act, EPA
is proposing a plan that applies to CISWI in any State that has not
submitted an approvable plan within the time allotted. This action
makes no changes to the requirements in the rule, and is intended to
fulfill EPA's duty under section 129(b)(3) to promulgate a Federal plan
as a gap-filling measure until the State fulfills its statutory
obligations. When the State submits an approvable State Plan, the
Federal plan will no longer apply to units in that State.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 10/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4441
Sectors Affected: 321 Wood Product Manufacturing; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: David F. Painter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, E143-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5515
Fax: 919 541-2664
Email: painter.david@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ28
_______________________________________________________________________
3187. REVISIONS TO REGIONAL HAZE RULE TO ADDRESS CONCERNS RAISED BY DC
CIRCUIT REGARDING BEST AVAILABLE RETROFIT TECHNOLOGY (BART)
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410; 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7421; 42 USC 7470-
7479; 42 USC 7491; 42 USC 7492; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7602
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.308(e)(1); 40 CFR 51 Appendix Y (New)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: To meet the Clean Air Act's requirements, EPA published the
regional haze rule on July 1, 1999 (64 FR 35714). On May 24, 2002, the
DC Circuit vacated certain provisions of the regional haze rule related
to best available retrofit technology (BART). Because of this court
decision, we will need to re-propose and publish revised BART
provisions in the regional haze rule. On July 20, 2001, we proposed
guidelines intended to add further clarifications to the BART
requirements in the regional haze rule. These proposed BART guidelines
also will require a re-proposal. The purpose of this rulemaking is to
provide the appropriate changes to the BART requirements and
guidelines, and to address additional issues related to reasonable
progress goals for the visibility program.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/20/01 66 FR 38108
NPRM 06/00/03
Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4450
Agency Contact: Timothy Smith, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4718
Fax: 919 541-5489
Email: smith.tim@epa.gov
Tom Driscoll, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-
04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5135
Fax: 919 541-5489
Email: driscoll.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ31
_______________________________________________________________________
3188. STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR NEW STATIONARY SOURCES: MUNICIPAL
SOLID WASTE LANDFILLS: AMENDMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401; 42 USC 7411; 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7416; 42
USC 7429; 42 USC 7601
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60.750; 40 CFR 60.751; 40 CFR
60.752(b)(2)(iii)(B); 40 CFR 60.752(b)(2)(iii)(C); 40 CFR
60.752(b)(2)(iii)(D); 40 CFR 60758
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will amend the existing regulation entitled
Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources: Municipal Solid
Waste Landfills, subpart WWW of 40 CFR Part 60, promulgated on March
12, 1996. The amendment is being undertaken in response to requests to
clarify our intent regarding what constitutes an adequate landfill gas
treatment system. This action also clarifies our intent to exempt from
control landfill gas that is treated/upgraded. Furthermore, it
clarifies who is responsible for control of untreated landfill gas that
is sold. This action is necessary to clarify our intent regarding the
issues discussed above. It will improve implementation and compliance
with this regulation.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM NSPS: Municipal Solid Waste
Landfills 04/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
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Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4478
Sectors Affected: 562212 Solid Waste Landfill
Agency Contact: JoLynn Collins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5671
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: collin.jolynn@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ41
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3189. NESHAP: GASOLINE DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES -- AMENDMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.425(e)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will add a DOT test method as an alternative for
measuring emissions from railcars. This method came to our attention
subsequent to promulgation of the original rule.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 09/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4479
Agency Contact: Stephen Shedd, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5397
Fax: 919 685-3195
Email: shedd.steve@epa.gov
Martha Smith, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2421
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: smith.martha@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ42
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3190. MODIFICATION OF FEDERAL ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC REGULATIONS FOR 2004
MODEL YEAR VEHICLES BELOW 14,000 LBS.
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 12 USC 1701q
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule proposes revisions to the existing Light-Duty On-
Board Diagnostic Requirements, including revisions that will: (1)
require vehicle manufacturers to monitor the catalyst for NOx emission
performance in addition to existing requirements to monitor NMHC
performance, whichever is more stringent; (2) require monitoring of the
evaporative emissions systems for the presence of 0.020`` leaks or
greater and allow for non-intrusive, engine-off methods to perform
monitoring instead of the current requirements to monitor for the
presence of a 0.040'' leak or greater during vehicle operation; (3)
allow the use of the Control Area Network (CAN) Protocol (SAE 15765-4)
for OBD communications in addition to the other allowable SAE (J1850,
J1939) and ISO (9141, 14230-4); (4) new software and hardware changes
to aid in OBD-I/M program implementation including adding vehicle
identification number (VIN) to the generic datastream, confining the
physical location of the data link connector, and allowing the use of
the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a special key sequence to
indicate readiness; (5) add new generic data stream parameters to aid
in the repair and diagnosis of vehicle malfunctions;(6) require
manufacturers to record critical pieces of OBD information under the
CAP 2000 In-Use Verification Program (IUVP); and(7) establish new OBD
in-use performance demonstration standards used to determine
appropriate frequency of monitoring in the real world; such in-use
performance standards do not currently exist which places a greater
burden on our in use program.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4583
Sectors Affected: 33611 Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Arvon Mitcham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6402, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4522
Fax: 734 214-4053
Email: mitcham.arvon@epa.gov
Holly Pugliese, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
6402
Phone: 734 214-4288
Fax: 734 214-4053
Email: pugliese.holly@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ77
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3191. PORTLAND CEMENT MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY NESHAP: AMENDMENT TO
IMPLEMENT COURT REMAND
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.1340 to 63.1359 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry NESHAP was
promulgated June 14, 1999, and has been codified in 40 Code of Federal
Regulations 63, Subpart LLL. The Sierra Club and the National Lime
Association petitioned the court to review Subpart LLL, while the
American Portland Cement Alliance (APCA) opted to negotiate a
settlement agreement. (Note that there is currently a separate rule
under development to amend Subpart LLL to implement the settlement
agreement with the APCA -- SAN 4524, RIN 2060-AJ57) On December 15,
2000, a panel of the D.C. Circuit issued its opinion in National Lime
Ass'n v. EPA. The Court remanded the three standards for which we
established floors of no control (hydrogen chloride [HCl], total
hydrocarbon [THC], and mercury [Hg]). The Court found that we committed
error in not considering other means of control, in particular, control
of HAPs in raw materials and in fossil fuels. The Court also remanded
that we consider setting beyond-the-
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floor standards for HAP metals, for which particulate matter (PM) is a
surrogate. This action will consist of amendments to respond to the
court remand.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4585
Sectors Affected: 32731 Cement Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Joseph P. Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5446
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: wood.joe@epa.gov
James U. Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-05, Research Triangle Pa, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ78
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3192. MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO GRANT ALTERNATIVE METHOD APPROVALS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Currently, stationary source regulations cite specific test
methods to demonstrate compliance. If a source locates a test method
which will measure the regulated pollutant(s) with similar precision
and accuracy to the method cited in the regulation, and would like to
use the alternative method, the source must petition the EPA (along
with data documenting the applicability of the alternative) to allow
the alternative method. Each of these alternative method approvals by
letter may currently only be granted to a specific source. Source
category-wide approvals must be published for comment in the Federal
Register. Due to budgetary and time constraints, the process constrains
industry trade associations from developing and submitting alternative
test methods. Therefore, the purpose of this rulemaking is to modify
the regulations to allow source category-wide alternative method
approvals to be issued by letter.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4547
Agency Contact: Rima Howell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0443
Fax: 919 541-1039
Email: howell.rima@epa.gov
Connie Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-7774
RIN: 2060-AJ83
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3193. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONTINUOUS PARAMETER MONITORING
SYSTEMS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 app B (New); 40 CFR 60 app F (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action proposes Performance Specification 17 (PS-17),
Quality Assurance (QA) Procedure 4, and amendments to Appendix F, QA
Procedure 1. Performance Specification 17 and QA Procedure 4 apply to
continuous parameter monitoring systems (CPMS). Many of the rules
promulgated under 40 CFR part 63 require owners and operators of
affected emission units to install and operate CPMS to monitor various
parameters, such as temperature, pressure, flow rate, and pH,
associated with the operation and performance of emission control
devices. However, few, if any, of those rules specify complete
procedures for ensuring the quality of the data measured by CPMS. The
proposed PS-17 establishes procedures and other requirements that will
ensure that those CPMS are properly selected, installed, and placed
into operation. The proposed QA Procedure 4 specifies procedures that
will ensure that those CPMS provide quality data on an ongoing basis.
Both PS-17 and QA Procedure 4 will help to ensure compliance with
emission limitations established under 40 CFR part 63. Procedure 1 of
Appendix F currently addresses QA procedures for continuous emission
monitoring systems (CEMS) that measure a single pollutant. The proposed
amendments to QA Procedure 1 broadens the procedure to address the
unique requirements of CEMS that are used for monitoring multiple
pollutants. Because several of the regulations promulgated under 40 CFR
part 63 require multiple pollutant CEMS, these amendments are needed to
ensure those CEMS are operated in a manner that ensures the quality of
the emission data collected. This action is not expected to have any
impacts on small entities or State, local, or tribal governments.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4584
Sectors Affected: 21 Mining; 22 Utilities; 31-33 Manufacturing; 486
Pipeline Transportation; 562212 Solid Waste Landfill; 562213 Solid
Waste Combustors and Incinerators
Agency Contact: Barrett Parker, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, EN-341W, D243-02, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5635
Fax: 919 541-1039
Email: parker.barrett@epa.gov
Frederick J. Thompson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-19, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2707
Email: thompson.fred@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ86
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3194. NESHAP: BRICK AND STRUCTURAL CLAY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, May 1, 2001.
Abstract: The brick and structural clay products industry primarily
includes facilities that manufacture brick, clay, pipe, roof tile,
extruded floor and wall tile, and other extruded dimensional clay
products from clay, shale, or a combination of the two. The manufacture
of brick and structural clay products involves mining, raw material
processing (crushing, grinding, and screening), mixing, forming,
cutting or shaping, drying, and firing.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 11/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4325
Sectors Affected: 327121 Brick and Structural Clay Tile Manufacturing;
327123 Other Structural Clay Product Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Mary K. Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5025
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: johnson.mary@epa.gov
James U. Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-05, Research Triangle Pa, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ91
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3195. MODIFICATION OF ANTI-DUMPING BASELINES FOR GASOLINE PRODUCED OR
IMPORTED FOR USE IN HAWAII, ALASKA AND THE U.S. TERRITORIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: ``Dumping'' refers to the practice whereby refiners making
clean fuels for certain markets (such as reformulated gasoline for
clean-air purposes) take the pollutants removed from the clean fuels
and ``dump'' them into other fuels they are producing for other
markets. This, if allowed, would make those other fuels even dirtier
than before, and so the Clean Air Act prohibits this practice. EPA has
existing ``anti-dumping'' rules on the books that codify this Clean Air
Act prohibition. This action proposes to allow refiners and importers
of conventional gasoline produced or imported for use in Hawaii,
Alaska, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam and
the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands to petition EPA to
modify their baselines to use the most appropriate seasonal baseline
and Complex Model for purposes of compliance with the RFG program's
anti-dumping requirements. Specifically, this action would allow
refiners and importers to petition EPA to use the summer Complex Model
for all anti-dumping baseline and compliance determinations for
conventional gasoline produced or imported for use in Hawaii, the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam and the
Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. This action would allow
refiners and importers to petition EPA to use the winter Complex Model
for all anti-dumping baseline and compliance purposes in Alaska. We are
proposing this action to address certain inconsistencies in the RFG
program's anti-dumping provisions which may have significant unintended
negative impacts on refiners and importers. In addition, this action
proposes to modify the anti-dumping provisions to address compliance in
certain situations where a refinery becomes non-operational during the
annual averaging period. This action is intended to address compliance
issues where a refinery does not produce sufficient ``summer'' gasoline
to offset the higher emissions of ``winter gasoline due to the refinery
becoming non-operational during the annual averaging period. Today's
proposed actions would not compromise the environmental goals of the
RFG program, or result in any environmental degradation. Today's
proposed actions would not have any negative impact on small businesses
or State/local/tribal governments.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4632
Agency Contact: Marilyn Bennett, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8989
Fax: 202 565-2085
Email: bennett.marilyn@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK02
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3196. PERFORMANCE-BASED MEASUREMENT SYSTEM FOR FUELS: CRITERIA FOR SELF-
QUALIFYING ALTERNATIVE TEST METHODS; DESCRIPTION OF OPTIONAL STATISTICAL
QUALITY CONTROL MEASURES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7545
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Transportation fuels (like gasoline and diesel fuel) are
regulated by EPA under the Clean Air Act to control the emissions that
result when they are burned in engines, and also to protect engines'
emission control equipment. Fuels regulations require measurement of
various of the fuels' properties, and prescribe ``designated''
analytical methods for that purpose. This regulation is intended to
provide a way for regulated parties to self-qualify alternatives to the
designated measurement methods that may be cheaper, quicker, simpler,
more amenable to automation, or otherwise preferable. The regulation
will also prescribe a minimum level of statistical quality control for
all fuels test methods, designated or alternative. The regulations
should quicken the adoption of new measurement technologies by removing
the need for multiple method-specific rule-makings, but to do so in a
way that will not degrade the performance of the overall measurement
system. The qualification criteria are designed to admit only methods
that are as precise as the
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designated methods and can be made to accurately predict designated
method measurements. Introduction of statistical quality control for
all methods should improve measurement precision and accuracy in actual
practice across all methods.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4633
Sectors Affected: 324199 All Other Petroleum and Coal Products
Manufacturing; 54199 All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical
Services; 42271 Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals; 48691 Pipeline
Transportation of Refined; 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: John Holley, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9305
Fax: 202 565-2085
Email: holley.john@epa.gov
Joseph Sopata, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
6406J
Phone: 202 564-9034
Fax: 202 565-2085
Email: sopata.joe@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK03
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3197. REGULATION OF FUEL AND FUEL ADDITIVES: EXTENSION OF CALIFORNIA
ENFORCEMENT EXEMPTIONS FOR REFORMULATED GASOLINE TO CALIFORNIA PHASE 3
GASOLINE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.81
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing to exempt refiners, importers, and blenders
of gasoline subject to the State of California's reformulated gasoline
regulations from certain enforcement provisions in the federal
reformulated (RFG) regulations. Certain exemptions under the Federal
RFG program already apply to California Phase 2 gasoline, but
additional exemptions are necessary to cover Phase 3 gasoline.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 05/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4634
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 32511 Petrochemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Anne-Marie Pastorkovich, Environmental Protection
Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8987
Fax: 202 565-2085
Email: pastorkovich.anne-marie@epa.gov
Dave Kortum, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J
Phone: 202 564-9022
Fax: 202 565-2085
Email: kortum.dave@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK04
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3198. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: LISTING OF SUBSTITUTES FOR
OZONE-DEPLETING SUBSTANCES--N-PROPYLBROMIDE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671q
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule proposes to add n-propylbromide (nPB) to the list
of acceptable substitutes for class I and class II ozone depleting
substances used as solvents for general metals, precision, and
electronics cleaning, as well as in aerosol solvent applications. This
would provide another alternative to solvents with higher ozone
depletion potential that industry is interested in using. The rule
would propose finding nPB not acceptable as a substitute for use in
adhesives due to its toxicity and the greater emissions from that
application. The rule also would propose specific conditions on the use
of nPB as a solvent. These might include limiting the specific
applications in which it may be used to those with low emissions and
requiring exposure limits consistent with industry practices. This will
ensure that nPB is used in a manner that is safe and environmentally
protective. OSHA does not currently regulate nPB. EPA would revise our
ruling to adopt whatever OSHA requires if OSHA later regulates the use
of nPB. If finalized as proposed, this rule would be consistent with
most existing industry practices and would impose little or no burden
on industry.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/02
Final Action 09/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4599
Sectors Affected: 331 Primary Metal Manufacturing; 332 Fabricated Metal
Product Manufacturing; 333 Machinery Manufacturing; 334 Computer and
Electronic Product Manufacturing; 336 Transportation Equipment
Manufacturing; 337 Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing; 32615
Urethane and Other Foam Product (except Polystyrene) Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Margaret Sheppard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9163
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: sheppard.margaret@epa.gov
Erin Birgfeld, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9079
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: birgfeld.erin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK26
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3199. [bull] AIR QUALITY: REVISION TO DEFINITION OF VOLATILE ORGANIC
COMPOUNDS -- EXCLUSION OF 4 COMPOUNDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7407(d)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51
Legal Deadline: None
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Abstract: This is a deregulatory action to exclude four compounds from
the list of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) on the basis that these
compounds make a negligible contribution to tropospheric ozone
formation. These four compounds are: 1,1,1,2,2,3,3-heptafluoro-3-
methoxy-propane (n-C3F7OCH3; 3-ethoxy-,1,1,2,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-
dodecafluoro-2- (trifluoromethyl) hexane (known as HFE-7500, HFE-s702,
T-7145, and L-15381); 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane (known as HFC
227ea); and methyl formate (HCOOCH3). These compounds have potential
for use as refrigerants, fire suppressants, aerosol propellants,
sterilants, blowing agents (used in the manufacture of foamed plastic),
and solvents. This action will remove the necessity to control these
four compounds as VOCs in State Implementation Plans for attaining the
ozone standard.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4683
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing
Agency Contact: David Sanders, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3356
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: sanders.dave@epa.gov
William L. Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5245
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: johnson.williaml@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK37
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3200. [bull] SECTION 126 RULE WITHDRAWAL PROVISION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7426
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing to revise one narrow aspect of the Section
126 Rule, which was promulgated January 18, 2000. The rule requires
certain sources located in the eastern United States to reduce their
NOx emissions for purposes of reducing ozone transport. EPA coordinated
the Section 126 Rule with a related ozone transport rule, known as the
NOx State implementation plan call (NOx SIP Call), which also addresses
ozone transport in the eastern United States. The EPA established the
same compliance date for both rules, May 1, 2003. The EPA included a
provision in the Section 126 Rule which provided that where a State
adopted, and EPA approved, a SIP controlling transport under the NOx
SIP Call, and with a May 1, 2003 compliance date, EPA would withdraw
the Section 126 requirements for sources in that State. This was a
practical way to address the overlap between the two rules and avoid
having sources be subject to two sets of potentially different NOx
transport control requirements. As the result of court actions, the
compliance dates for the Section 126 Rule and the NOx SIP Call have
both been delayed until May 31, 2004. In addition, the NOx SIP Call has
been divided into two phases. Therefore, it is necessary to revise the
Section 126 Rule withdrawal provision so that it will continue to
operate under these new circumstances. This proposal would not create
any new requirements and there are no associated costs.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4689
Agency Contact: Carla Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-02, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3347
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: oldham.carla@epa.gov
Doug Grano, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-
02, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3292
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: grano.doug@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK41
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3201. [bull] PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION (PSD) AND
NONATTAINMENT NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR): CLEAN UNITS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: Clean Air Act Title I
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule would revise the provisions for the clean
unit test contained in the major New Source Review (NSR) requirements.
This action proposes to revise the length of the clean unit designation
period contained in the final NSR rules. The current rules allow for
clean unit designation to be used for 10 years provided the source
meets the requirements to maintain clean unit status. This proposed
rule would recognize that the average life expectancy of control
equipment is 15 years rather than the 10 years contained in the final
rules. Permitting agencies and industry will benefit from this action
by potentially reducing the number of future permit actions. As a
result, this action reduces the compliance burden, including annual
compliance costs, for all sources subject to the major NSR program
requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 10/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4691
Agency Contact: Juan Santiago, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C33903, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1084
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: santiago.juan@epa.gov
Lynn Hutchinson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C33903, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5795
Fax: 919 541-5509
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Email: hutchinson.lynn@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK42
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3202. [bull] EXTENSION OF ALTERNATIVE COMPLIANCE PERIODS UNDER THE ANTI-
DUMPING PROGRAM
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: CAA sec 114; CAA sec 211; CAA sec 301(a)
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: ``Dumping'' refers to the practice whereby refiners making
clean fuels for certain markets (such as reformulated gasoline for
clean-air purposes) take the pollutants removed from the clean fuels
and ``dump'' them into other fuels they are producing for other
markets. This, if allowed, would make those other fuels even dirtier
than before, and so the Clean Air Act prohibits this practice. EPA has
existing ``anti-dumping'' rules on the books that codify this Clean Air
Act prohibition. This direct final rule will amend the existing anti-
dumping regulations by setting forth procedures for allowing an
alternative compliance period of not more than seven years for a small,
start up refiner.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4694
Agency Contact: Anne-Marie C. Pastorkovich, Environmental Protection
Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8987
TDD Phone: 202 564-2085
Fax: 202 565-2085
Email: pastorkovich.anne-marie@epa.gov
Deborah Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J
Phone: 202 564-9249
TDD Phone: 202 564-2085
Fax: 202 565-2085
Email: wood.deborah@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK43
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3203. [bull] PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: ADJUSTING ALLOWANCES FOR
CLASS I SUBSTANCES FOR EXPORT TO ARTICLE 5 COUNTRIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671-7671q
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action reinforces the economic incentives related to the
transition of Article 5 countries to ozone-depleting substance
alternatives. Currently, Article 5 allowances are determined as a
percentage of total production allowances assigned to US companies for
Class I ozone-depleting substances. In accordance with the Beijing
Amendments of the Montreal Protocol, this action establishes Article 5
allowances independently of total production allowances.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4697
Agency Contact: Suzanne Kocchi, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5289
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: kocchi.suzanne@epa.gov
Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: land.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK45
_______________________________________________________________________
3204. [bull] SELECTION OF THE ORDER OF SANCTIONS FOR TITLE V OPERATING
PERMITS PROGRAMS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7661a(d); 42 USC 7661a(g); 42 USC 7661a(i)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 70
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would establish the order of sanctions for
operating permits program deficiencies under the mandatory sanctions
provisions of title V of the Clean Air Act. This rule would stipulate
that an emission offset sanction applies first and a highway funding
sanction six months later. Sanction application under section 502 of
the Clean Air Act is automatic under the timeframes prescribed once EPA
selects the sanction order; EPA's only discretion concerns the ordering
of sanctions as discussed above. Thus, the only relevant potential
impact is the effect of applying, as a general matter, the emission
offset sanction six months before the highway sanction. The EPA does
not believe this will have a significant impact given the short period
of time the offset sanction will apply before the highway sanction
would apply when States fail to correct title V deficiencies. Moreover,
EPA also believes that, in the event applying the highway sanction is
not necessary six months following the offset sanction, because the
State has corrected the deficiency prompting the finding, applying the
offset sanction first eliminates the need for EPA and other agencies to
bear the greater administrative and implementation burden of having to
effectuate the highway sanction.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4700
Agency Contact: Scott Voorhees, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5348
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: voorhees.scott@epa.gov
Steve Hitte, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-
04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0886
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: hitte.steve@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK46
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3205. [bull] PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: ALLOCATION OF ESSENTIAL
USE ALLOWANCES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2003
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671; 42 USC 7671q
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.4
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: With this action, EPA will be allocating essential-use
allowances for import and production of class I stratospheric ozone
depleting substances (ODSs) for calendar year 2003. Essential-use
allowances permit a person to obtain controlled class I ODSs as an
exemption to the January 1, 1996 regulatory phase-out of class I ODS
solely for the designated essential purpose. This regulation will
allocate essential use allowances for CFCs for use in metered dose
inhalers for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive lung
disease, and methyl chloroform for use in the space shuttle and titan
rockets.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4710
Agency Contact: Erin Birgfeld, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9079
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: birgfeld.erin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK48
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3206. [bull] NESHAP FOR SOURCE CATEGORIES: GENERAL PROVISIONS;
AMENDMENTS FOR POLLUTION PREVENTION ALTERNATIVE COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq.
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.2 (Amended); 40 CFR 63.17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We are proposing amendments to the Part 63 General Provisions
that would allow facilities that are subject to a maximum achievable
control technology (MACT) subpart to discontinue unnecessary
requirements if, through pollution prevention measures, they achieve
and can demonstrate continued hazardous air pollutant (HAP) emission
reductions equivalent to or better than the MACT level of control. We
are proposing these amendments to encourage and promote pollution
prevention, which is our strategy of first choice in reducing HAP
emissions. We expect these amendments to result in no additional burden
for sources and air pollution control agencies. This effort is the
product of discussions with State and local air pollution control
officials. There also are no significant policy issues.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4719
Agency Contact: Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2837
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: fruh.steve@epa.gov
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wyatt.susan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK54
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3207. [bull] CALIFORNIA GASOLINE TECHNICAL CORRECTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7521(1); 42 USC 7545; 42 USC
7601(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.81(a)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule corrects final regulations which were published in
the Federal Register on March 29, 2001 (66 FR 17230). The corrected
regulatory provision restores the definition of California gasoline as
used in the enforcement exemptions for California gasoline under the
regulation of fuels and fuel additives.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4722
Agency Contact: Christine M. Brunner, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4287
Fax: 734 214-4051
Email: brunner.christine@epa.gov
John Hannon, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation
Phone: 202 564-5563
Email: hannon.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK56
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage
Clean Air Act (CAA)
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3208. SOURCE-SPECIFIC FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR NAVAJO GENERATING
STATION; NAVAJO NATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 49 CFR 123
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA proposes to federalize standards from the Arizona and New
Mexico State Implementation Plans (SIPS) applicable to the Navajo
generating station. Where necessary, EPA's proposed emission standards
modify the standards extracted from the States' regulatory programs to
ensure comprehensive emission control and Federal consistency.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/08/99 64 FR 48725
Notice 01/26/00 65 FR 4244
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4315
Agency Contact: Douglas McDaniel, Environmental Protection Agency,
Regional Office San Francisco, Region 9, San Francisco, CA 94105-3901
Phone: 415 744-1246
Colleen McKaughan, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office San
Francisco, AIR1
Phone: 520 498-0118
Fax: 520 498-1333
Email: mckaughan.colleen@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2009-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________
3209. SOURCE-SPECIFIC FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR NAVAJO GENERATING
STATION; FOUR CORNERS POWER PLANT
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 1740
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA proposes to federalize standards from the Arizona and New
Mexico State Implementation Plans (SIPS) applicable to the Four Corners
Plant, respectively. Where necessary, EPA's proposed emission standards
modify the standards extracted from the States' regulatory programs to
ensure comprehensive emission control and Federal consistency.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/08/99 64 FR 48731
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3569
Agency Contact: Douglas McDaniel, Environmental Protection Agency,
Regional Office San Francisco, Region 9, San Francisco, CA 94105-3901
Phone: 415 744-1246
Colleen McKaughan, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office San
Francisco, AIR1
Phone: 520 498-0118
Fax: 520 498-1333
Email: mckaughan.colleen@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2009-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________
3210. NESHAP: CHROMIUM ELECTROPLATING AMENDMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed amendment will also allow hard chromium
electroplating facilities using fume suppressants for emission control
to meet a surface tension limit similar to the requirements for
decorative chromium electroplating and chromium anodizing facilities
instead of the present requirement to meet an emission limit.
Facilities choosing to use fume suppressants for emission control would
be required to monitor the surface tension at the same frequency
currently required for decorative chromium and chromium anodizing tanks
and demonstrate compliance with the surface tension operating limit.
Like decorative chromium electroplating and chromium anodizing
facilities, hard chromium electroplating facilities would now be
allowed to monitor surface tension to demonstrate compliance in lieu of
performance testing..
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/05/02 67 FR 38810
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4115
Sectors Affected: 332813 Electroplating, Plating, Polishing, Anodizing
and Coloring
Agency Contact: Philip B. Mulrine, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5289
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: mulrine.phil@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH69
_______________________________________________________________________
3211. REVIEW OF THE NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS FOR
PARTICULATE MATTER
Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7408; 42 USC 7409
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, July 1, 2002, Under the Clean Air Act
- the next standards review is to be completed July 2002.
Abstract: On July 18, 1997, the EPA published a final rule revising the
national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter
(PM) (62 FR 38652). While retaining the PM10 standard levels, new
standards were added for fine particles (PM2.5) to provide increased
protection against both health and environmental effects of PM. On the
same day, a Presidential Memorandum (62 FR 38421, July 16, 1997) was
published that, among other things, anticipated that EPA would complete
the next review of the PM NAAQS by July 2002. The EPA's plans and
schedule for the next periodic review of the PM NAAQS were published on
October 23, 1997 (62 FR 55201). Due to the unprecedented volume of new
research, the completion of the Criteria Document has been extended and
as a result the overall schedule for the review of the
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PM NAAQS has extended beyond the original target of July 2002. As with
other NAAQS reviews, a rigorous assessment of relevant scientific
information will be presented in a Criteria Document (CD) prepared by
EPA's National Center for Environmental Assessment. The EPA's Office of
Air Quality Planning and Standards will then prepare a Staff Paper (SP)
for the Administrator which will evaluate the policy implications of
the key studies and scientific information contained in the CD and
additional technical analyses and identify critical elements that EPA
staff believe should be considered in reviewing the standards. The CD
and SP will be reviewed by the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee
(CASAC) and the public, and both final documents will reflect the input
received through these reviews. As the PM NAAQS review is completed,
the Administrator's proposal to revise or reaffirm the PM NAAQS will be
published with a request for public comment. Input received during the
public comment period will be reflected in the Administrator's final
decision.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/03
Final Action 07/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4255
Agency Contact: Mary A. Ross, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5170
Fax: 919 541-0237
Email: ross.mary@epa.gov
Karen Martin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5274
Email: martin.karen@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI44
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3212. OVERVIEW OF RULEMAKINGS FOR THE PURPOSE OF REDUCING INTERSTATE
OZONE TRANSPORT
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 139 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AJ20
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3213. MODIFICATION OF THE ANTI-DUMPING BASELINE DATE CUT-OFF LIMIT FOR
DATA USED IN DEVELOPMENT OF AN INDIVIDUAL BASELINE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7521(1); 42 USC 7545; 42 USC
7601(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.91(b)(1)(i); 40 CFR 80.93(a)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: ``Dumping'' refers to the practice whereby refiners making
clean fuels for certain markets (such as reformulated gasoline for
clean-air purposes) take the pollutants removed from the clean fuels
and ``dump'' them into other fuels they are producing for other
markets. This, if allowed, would make those other fuels even dirtier
than before, and so the Clean Air Act prohibits this practice. EPA has
existing ``anti-dumping'' rules on the books that codify this Clean Air
Act prohibition. This regulation is a minor technical amendment to
those existing regulations. It would amend a portion of those
regulations to allow the use of data collected after January 1, 1995 in
the development of baselines, and it would establish a cut-off date of
January 1, 2002 for the submission of all individual baselines under
the anti-dumping program. This date is the same as that allowed for
foreign refineries seeking a unique individual baseline under the anti-
dumping program.)
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4604
Agency Contact: Christine M. Brunner, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4287
Fax: 734 214-4051
Email: brunner.christine@epa.gov
Patrice Simms, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 2344
Phone: 202 564-5593
Fax: 202 564-5603
Email: simms.patrice@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ82
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3214. EMISSIONS FROM NONROAD SPARK-IGNITION ENGINES AND STANDARDS FOR
RECREATIONAL SPARK-IGNITION ENGINES
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671(q)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 94
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 14, 2001.
Final, Judicial, September 13, 2002.
Abstract: Emissions from large spark-ignition engines are currently
unregulated. EPA and California Air Resources Board (CARB) are
cooperating in an effort to set emission standards for these engines to
substantially reduce their contribution to the emission inventory.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Proposed Finding 02/08/99 64 FR 6008
ANPRM Final Finding 12/07/00 65 FR 76790
NPRM 10/05/01 66 FR 51098
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4154
Sectors Affected: 333924 Industrial Truck, Tractor, Trailer and Stacker
Machinery Manufacturing; 335312 Motor and Generator Manufacturing;
42183 Industrial Machinery and Equipment Wholesalers
Agency Contact: Alan Stout, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, EPCD, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4805
Fax: 734 214-4816
Email: stout.alan@epamail.epa.gov
Don Kopinski, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, OMS
EPCD, Washington, DC 20460
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Phone: 734 214-4229
Fax: 734 214-4816
Email: kopinski.donald@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI11
_______________________________________________________________________
3215. MOTOR VEHICLE AND ENGINE COMPLIANCE PROGRAM FEES FOR: LIGHT-DUTY
VEHICLES AND TRUCKS; HEAVY-DUTY VEHICLES AND ENGINES; NONROAD ENGINES;
AND MOTORCYCLES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7552; 31 USC 9701; 42 USC 4370(c)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Under the Motor Vehicle and Engine Compliance (MVECP) Fee
Program user fees are collected for certification and compliance
activities. Currently, user fees are required by manufacturers of
light-duty vehicles, light-duty trucks, heavy-duty vehicles, heavy-duty
engines and motorcycles. Through this Notice, EPA is finalizing the
notice to update the current fee provisions for the existing industries
and incorporate fees for nonroad manufacturers. In addition, the fee
schedule will be updated to reflect costs in administering compliance
activities for new regulations such as the Tier 2 automobile standards
and nonroad engine standards.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/07/02 67 FR 51401
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4532
Sectors Affected: 333 Machinery Manufacturing; 3331 Agriculture,
Construction, and Mining Machinery Manufacturing; 333111 Farm Machinery
and Equipment Manufacturing; 333112 Lawn and Garden Tractor and Home
Lawn and Garden Equipment Manufacturing; 33312 Construction Machinery
Manufacturing; 333131 Mining Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing;
3336 Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing;
33651 Railroad Rolling Stock Manufacturing; 3361 Motor Vehicle
Manufacturing; 33611 Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle
Manufacturing; 336112 Light Truck and Utility Vehicle Manufacturing;
33612 Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing; 336311 Carburetor, Piston, Piston
Ring and Valve Manufacturing; 336412 Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts
Manufacturing; 33661 Ship and Boat Building; 336991 Motorcycle, Bicycle
and Parts Manufacturing; 333 Machinery Manufacturing; 33392 Material
Handling Equipment Manufacturing; 333924 Industrial Truck, Tractor,
Trailer and Stacker Machinery Manufacturing; 33399 All Other General
Purpose Machinery Manufacturing; 333991 Power-Driven Hand Tool
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Trina D. Vallion, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, OTAQ/CCD, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4449
Fax: 734 214-4053
Email: vallion.trina@epa.gov
Daniel Harrison, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
OTAQ/CCd
Phone: 734 214-4281
Fax: 734 214-4053
Email: harrison.dan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ62
_______________________________________________________________________
3216. NSPS: SOCMI -- WASTEWATER, AND AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX C OF PART 63
AND APPENDIX J OF PART 60
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: CAAA
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will develop a new source performance standard to
control air emissions of volatile organic compounds from wastewater
treatment operations of the synthetic chemical manufacturing industry.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/12/94 59 FR 46780
Supp NPRM-1st 10/11/95 60 FR 52889
Supp NPRM-2nd Appendix J to Part
60 12/09/98 63 FR 67988
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3380
Sectors Affected: 3251 Basic Chemical Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Mary Tom Kissell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4516
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: kissell.mary@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AE94
_______________________________________________________________________
3217. SERVICE INFORMATION REGULATION FOR LIGHT-DUTY VEHICLES AND TRUCKS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7521(m)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will require manufacturers of automobiles to
provide necessary information needed to make use of emission control
diagnostic systems as well as that needed to make emission-related
diagnosis and repairs by any person engaged in the repairing or
servicing of motor vehicles or motor vehicle engines. This will allow
independent service repair garages, individual owners, parts
manufacturers, etc., to have access to emission control information to
better service automobiles and ensure clean air compliance
requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/08/01 66 FR 30830
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3741
Agency Contact: Holly Pugliese, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6402
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Phone: 734 214-4288
Fax: 734 214-4053
Email: pugliese.holly@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG13
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3218. ADDITION OF METHOD 207 TO APPENDIX M OF 40 CFR PART 51 METHOD FOR
MEASURING ISOCYANATES IN STATIONARY SOURCE EMISSIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 listed certain
isocyanate compounds as hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). The Agency
does not have any published test methods that would measure air
emissions of these isocyanate compounds from stationary sources. This
action would add a validated test method to measure isocyanate
emissions to appendix M of part 51. Test methods in part 51 can be
adopted by any State for use in any regulation that requires the
measurement of any of the isocyanate compounds on the HAP list. This
action would not impose any new regulatory requirements that do not
already exist. It should benefit State governments by providing them
with a validated test procedure for measuring the emissions of
isocyanate compounds.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/08/97 62 FR 64532
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3900
Agency Contact: Gary McAlister, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1062
Fax: 919 541-1039
Email: mcalister.gary@epa.gov
Frederick J. Thompson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-19, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2707
Email: thompson.fred@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG88
_______________________________________________________________________
3219. NESHAP: COKE OVENS: PUSHING, QUENCHING, AND BATTERY STACKS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: There are currently 20 active domestic coke plants, 15 of
which are furnace coke plants and 5 of which are foundry coke plants.
Coke oven batteries used to produce metallurgical coke at these plants
emit hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) such as coke oven emissions and
polycyclic organic matter listed in section 112 of the Clean Air Act
(CAA). This action will establish a National Emission Standard for
Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for three specific operations
associated with coke ovens, namely pushing, quenching, and battery
stacks.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/03/01 66 FR 35326
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4022
Sectors Affected: 324199 All Other Petroleum and Coal Products
Manufacturing; 331111 Iron and Steel Mills
Agency Contact: Lula Melton, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2910
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: melton.lula@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH55
_______________________________________________________________________
3220. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: ALLOWANCE SYSTEM FOR
CONTROLLING HCFC PRODUCTION, IMPORT AND EXPORT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.5(h); 40 CFR 82.6(h); 40 CFR 82.8; 40 CFR
82.4(n)-(s); 40 CFR 82.4(u)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Stratospheric Protection Division currently oversees an
allowance allocation system for the class I ozone-depleting substances.
An allowance allocation system for class II ozone-depleting substances
or hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) had not been established prior to
1998 because consumption figures had hovered around 80 percent of the
cap imposed by the Montreal Protocol in 1992. U.S. consumption for 1999
through 2001 has been fluctuating between 80 percent and 95 percent. In
1999, the Protocol imposed a production cap effective January 1, 2004.
An allowance allocation system for HCFCs will allow the U.S. to remain
under the consumption and production caps. This rule also contains the
mechanism to implement the phaseout of HCFC-141b, effective January 1,
2003.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 04/04/99 64 FR 16373
NPRM 07/20/01 66 FR 38064
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4120
Agency Contact: Vera Au, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-2216
Fax: 202 565-2156
Email: au.vera@epa.gov
Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: land.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH67
_______________________________________________________________________
3221. NESHAP: FUMED SILICA PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112; EO 12866
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
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Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Fumed silica is produced at four facilities is three States.
There is no NSPS for the source category. Based on preliminary results
of a screening study, the source category emits chlorine, HCl, and
chlorinated organics. This source category was included in the
hydrochloric acid production industry at proposal.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/18/01 66 FR 4874
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4111
Sectors Affected: 325188 All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: William H. Maxwell, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5430
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: maxwell.bill@epa.gov
Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1045
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: wayland.robertj@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH72
_______________________________________________________________________
3222. NESHAP: HYDROCHLORIC ACID PRODUCTION INDUSTRY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 1857 et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 5 USC 605; EO
12291; EO 12866
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Title III of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 requires
the EPA to develop emission standards for each major source category of
hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). The standards are to be technology-
based and are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction
determined to be achievable by the Administrator of the EPA. The EPA
has determined that some hydrochloric acid plants may be major sources
for one or more HAPs. As a consequence, a regulation (emission
standards) will be developed for the hydrochloric acid production
industry.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/18/01 66 FR 48174
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4104
Sectors Affected: 325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing;
325199 All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing; 325181 Alkalies
and Chlorine Manufacturing; 325188 All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: William H. Maxwell, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5430
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: maxwell.bill@epa.gov
Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1045
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: wayland.robertj@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH75
_______________________________________________________________________
3223. PHASE I (FIP) TO REDUCE THE REGIONAL TRANSPORT OF OZONE IN THE
EASTERN UNITED STATES
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect State, local or tribal
governments and the private sector.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 97
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, January 25, 2003, EPA is required to
promulgate FIPs by January 25 2003 unless States submit approvable
plans.
Abstract: This action would promulgate Federal Implementation Plans
(FIPs) which require nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions decreases. The
intended effect is to reduce the transport of ozone (smog) pollution
and one of its main precursors -- NOx -- across State boundaries in the
eastern half of the United States. On October 27, 1998, EPA published a
final rule (the NOx SIP Call) which allowed States 12 months to
develop, adopt, and submit revisions to their State Implementation
Plans (SIPs) to address the transport problem. The Administrator is
required to promulgate a FIP within 2 years of: (1) finding that a
State has failed to make a required submittal or (2) finding that a
submittal is not complete or (3) disapproving a SIP submittal. On June
22, 2000, the D.C. Court of Appeals assigned a new SIP submittal date
of October 30, 2000. Eleven States (Virginia, West Virginia, Alabama,
Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Illinois, Indiana,
Michigan, and Ohio) and the District of Columbia had not submitted
adequate SIPs, as announced in a findings rule published on December
26, 2000. EPA is continuing to work with these States to assist them in
adopting State plans that meet the requirements of the NOx SIP Call.
Only Michigan has not yet submitted a fully approvable plan. (Note: The
FIPs discussed here will apply to all elements of the NOx SIP call that
were not remanded to EPA by the court on March 3, 2000. The portions of
the SIP call that were remanded to EPA will be covered under Phase 2
SIPs, and if necessary, separate FIP actions will be prepared for
those.)
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/21/98 63 FR 56393
Findings Rule 12/26/00 65 FR 81366
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Federalism: This action may have federalism implications as defined in
EO 13132.
Additional Information: SAN No. 4096
Sectors Affected: 322122 Newsprint Mills; 322121 Paper (except
Newsprint) Mills; 32213 Paperboard Mills; 32211 Pulp Mills; 325998 All
Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product Manufacturing; 325131 Inorganic
Dye and Pigment Manufacturing; 325188 All Other Basic Inorganic
Chemical Manufacturing; 325211 Plastics
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Material and Resin Manufacturing; 32511 Petrochemical Manufacturing;
325188 All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing; 32512
Industrial Gas Manufacturing; 325199 All Other Basic Organic Chemical
Manufacturing; 327211 Flat Glass Manufacturing; 327213 Glass Container
Manufacturing; 327212 Other Pressed and Blown Glass and Glassware
Manufacturing; 32731 Cement Manufacturing; 324199 All Other Petroleum
and Coal Products Manufacturing; 331111 Iron and Steel Mills; 331221
Cold-Rolled Steel Shape Manufacturing; 33611 Automobile and Light Duty
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing; 333618 Other Engine Equipment
Manufacturing; 333415 Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment
and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing;
221122 Electric Power Distribution; 221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power
Generation; 221121 Electric Bulk Power Transmission and Control; 48621
Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas; 221122 Electric Power
Distribution; 221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation; 221121
Electric Bulk Power Transmission and Control; 22133 Steam and Air-
Conditioning Supply
Agency Contact: Doug Grano, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-02, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3292
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: grano.doug@epa.gov
Jan King, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5665
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: king.jan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH87
_______________________________________________________________________
3224. REVISION TO THE DEFINITION OF VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND (VOC) TO
EXCLUDE TERTIARY BUTYL ACETATE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401-7671q
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.100(s)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The definition of VOC is proposed to be revised to add
tertiary butyl acetate to the list of negligibly reactive compounds.
This is a deregulatory action that will remove tertiary butyl acetate
from the necessity to be controlled as a VOC in SIPs for attaining the
ozone standard. This is not expected to have a significant impact on
small businesses or local governments.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/30/99 64 FR 52731
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4254
Agency Contact: William L. Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5245
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: johnson.williaml@epa.gov
Terry Keating, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
6103A, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-1174
Fax: 202 564-5603
Email: keating.terry@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI45
_______________________________________________________________________
3225. RULEMAKING ON SECTION 126 PETITIONS FROM NEW YORK AND CONNECTICUT
REGARDING SOURCES IN MICHIGAN; REVISION OF DEFINITION OF APPLICABLE
REQUIREMENT FOR TITLE V OPERATING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7426
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 75; 40 CFR 97
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The EPA is proposing to revise the Section 126 Rule in light
of the March 3, 2000 court decision on the NOx SIP Call. The court
vacated, and remanded to EPA for further consideration, the inclusion
of Georgia and Missouri in the NOx SIP Call in light of the Ozone
Transport Assessment Group conclusions that emissions from coarse grid
portions of States did not merit controls. The reasoning of the Court
regarding the significance of NOx emissions from sources in Georgia and
Missouri calls into question the inclusion of the coarse grid portion
of Michigan in the NOx SIP Call. In a separate proposal, EPA is
proposing to withdraw the NOx SIP Call requirements for the Michigan
coarse grid area. The Section 126 Rule is based on many of the same
analyses and information used for the NOx SIP call and covers part of
Michigan. Thus, EPA is proposing to withdraw its section 126 findings
and control requirements with respect to sources located in the small
part of the coarse grid portion of Michigan that is currently covered
by the Section 126 Rule. The EPA has not identified any existing
section 126 sources that would be affected by the proposal, however
this proposal would eliminate findings and control requirements for new
sources locating in the coarse grid. This proposal does not create any
new requirements, thus there are no associated costs. The EPA is also
proposing to revise the definition ``applicable requirement'' for title
V operating permit programs by providing expressly that any standard or
other requirement under section 126 is an applicable requirement and
must be included in operating permits issued under title V of the CAA.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/22/02 67 FR 8386
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4464
Sectors Affected: 221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation
Agency Contact: Carla Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-02, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3347
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: oldham.carla@epa.gov
Tom Helms, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5527
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: helms.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ36
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3226. REQUIREMENTS FOR PREPARATION, ADOPTION, AND SUBMITTAL OF STATE
IMPLEMENTATION PLANS (GUIDELINE ON AIR QUALITY MODELS)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410 CAAA sec 110(a)(2); CAAA sec 165(e); CAAA
sec 172(a); CAAA sec 172(c); 42 USC 7601 CAAA sec 301(a)(1); CAAA sec
320
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.112; 40 CFR 51.160; 40 CFR 51.166; 40 CFR 52.21
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action proposes revisions to the Guideline on Air
Quality Models, published as appendix W to 40 CFR part 51. Such models
are used to predict ambient concentrations of pollutants for programs
ranging from Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) to State
Implementation Plans (SIPs) for controlling air pollution sources.
Appendix W to 40 CFR part 51 fulfills a Clean Air Act mandate for EPA
to specify models for air management purposes. This proposed rulemaking
enhances appendix W with new and/or improved techniques.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/21/00 65 FR 21505
Final Action 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3470
Agency Contact: Tom Coulter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C339-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0832
Email: coulter.tom@epa.gov
Joseph A. Tikvart, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
D243-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5562
Email: tikvart.joe@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AF01
_______________________________________________________________________
3227. NESHAP: INTEGRATED IRON AND STEEL
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Clean Air Act, as amended November 1990, requires the EPA
to regulate categories of major and area sources of hazardous air
pollutants (HAP). The EPA has determined that integrated iron and steel
mills emit several of the 188 HAP listed (including compounds of
chromium, lead, manganese, toluene, and polycyclic organic matter) in
quantities sufficient to designate them as major sources. As a
consequence, integrated iron and steel facilities are among the HAP-
emitting source categories selected for regulation.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/13/01 66 FR 36836
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3346
Agency Contact: Philip B. Mulrine, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5289
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: mulrine.phil@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AE48
_______________________________________________________________________
3228. NESHAP: REINFORCED PLASTIC COMPOSITES PRODUCTION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: Project is to develop a NESHAP for the source category which
involves the manufacture of composite products involving thermoset
resins and re-enforcements. Some of the specific products in the source
category are tubs/showers, auto/truck parts, appliances, furniture,
piping, construction materials, sporting goods using such materials,
and intermediate compounds such as bulk molding compound and sheet
molding compounds. The most common HAP in the resins used is styrene,
which is present in polyester and vinylester resins as a monomer.
Styrene is listed as a candidate urban area source HAP. So is methylene
chloride, which is sometimes used for cleaning, and xylenes, which may
appear in some mold release formulas. All HAPs, except for methylene
chloride, are also VOCs.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/02/01 66 FR 40324
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3326
Agency Contact: Keith Barnett, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5605
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: barnett.keith@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AE79
_______________________________________________________________________
3229. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS:
MISCELLANEOUS ORGANIC CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This regulation will cover organic chemical manufacturing
processes not covered by the HON or other MACT standards. The
regulation will control process vents (continuous and batch, including
mixing operations), equipment leaks, storage
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tanks, wastewater, solvent recovery, and heat exchange systems.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/04/02 67 FR 16154
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3452
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5402
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: mcdonald.randy@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AE82
_______________________________________________________________________
3230. NESHAP: MERCURY CELL CHLOR-ALKALI PLANTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, May 15, 2002.
Abstract: Section 112(c)(6) of the Clean Air Act requires us to list
categories of sources for seven specific pollutants (including mercury)
assuring that sources accounting for not less than 90 percent of the
aggregate emissions of each pollutant are subject to standards pursuant
to section 112(d)(2). Chlor-alkali plants are among the source
categories listed to achieve the 90 percent goal for mercury.
Currently, the source category includes 11 plants located in 10 States
engaged in the production of chlorine and caustic using mercury cells.
Together, these plants account for 45 percent of the nationwide mercury
inventory for non-combustion sources.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/03/02 67 FR 44672
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3449
Agency Contact: Iliam Rosario, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5308
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: rosario.iliam@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AE85
_______________________________________________________________________
3231. NESHAP: MISCELLANEOUS METAL PARTS AND PRODUCTS (SURFACE COATING)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This regulation will control emissions of hazardous air
pollutants (HAPs) from operations that apply surface coatings to metal
parts and products. Although this rule would cover a wide variety of
coating operations, it would not apply to specific coating operations
for which regulations have been developed (e.g., plastic parts coating,
can coating, large appliance coating, etc.). This regulation is
required under section 112 of the Clean Air Act of 1990.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/13/02 67 FR 52780
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 3825
Sectors Affected: 33121 Iron and Steel Pipes and Tubes Manufacturing
from Purchased Steel; 331221 Cold-Rolled Steel Shape Manufacturing;
331316 Aluminum Extruded Product Manufacturing; 331319 Other Aluminum
Rolling and Drawing; 331511 Iron Foundries; 332311 Prefabricated Metal
Building and Component Manufacturing; 33612 Heavy Duty Truck
Manufacturing; 335312 Motor and Generator Manufacturing; 33312
Construction Machinery Manufacturing; 332312 Fabricated Structural
Metal Manufacturing; 326291 Rubber Product Manufacturing for Mechanical
Use; 336212 Truck Trailer Manufacturing; 331111 Iron and Steel Mills
Agency Contact: Kim Teal, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5580
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: teal.kim@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG56
_______________________________________________________________________
3232. NESHAP: ASPHALT PROCESSING AND ASPHALT ROOFING MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The CAA required EPA to publish an initial list of all
categories of major and area sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)
listed in section 112(b) of the CAA and to establish and meet dates for
promulgation of emissions standards for each of the listed categories
of HAP emissions sources. The standards are to be technology-based and
are to require the maximum degree of reduction determined to be
achievable by the Administrator. The EPA has determined that the
asphalt roofing and processing industry may be reasonably anticipated
to emit one or more of the pollutants listed in section 112(b) of the
CAA. As a consequence, the source category is included on the initial
list of HAP-emitting categories scheduled for standards promulgation
within ten years of enactment of the CAA Amendments of 1990. The
purpose of
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this action is to pursue a regulatory development program such that
emission standards may be proposed and promulgated according to the
mandated schedule.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/21/01 66 FR 58610
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3655
Sectors Affected: 324122 Asphalt Shingle and Coating Materials
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Rick Colyer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5262
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: colyer.rick@epa.gov
James U. Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-05, Research Triangle Pa, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG66
_______________________________________________________________________
3233. NESHAP: REFRACTORY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The proposed rulemaking will apply to existing and new
refractory products manufacturing facilities. There are approximately 8
existing refractory products manufacturing facilities in the United
States located at major source facilities. It is estimated that no new
refractory products manufacturing facilities will be built at least for
the next 3 years. The HAP that will be reduced by this proposed rule
are polycyclic organic matter (POM), phenol, formaldehyde, methanol,
and ethylene glycol. Implementation of the proposed rule would reduce
emissions of air toxics by approximately 132 tons per year, a reduction
of 46 percent from current levels. No significant adverse economic
impact is expected to occur as a result of implementing this proposed
rulemaking. The capital cost associated with the proposed rulemaking is
approximately $3.5 million. The total annual cost of the proposed
rulemaking is approximately $1.7 million.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/20/02 67 FR 42108
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3652
Agency Contact: Susan Fairchild, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5167
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: fairchild.susan@epa.gov
James U. Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-05, Research Triangle Pa, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG68
_______________________________________________________________________
3234. NESHAP: SEMICONDUCTOR PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 BBBBB
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This rule will establish a MACT (maximum available control
technology) for semiconductor production facilities. There is currently
1 major source that would be affected by the NESHAP. This action will
result in little or no additional emission reduction but will establish
a Federal MACT level for large facilities.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/08/02 67 FR 30848
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3902
Sectors Affected: 334413 Semiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing
Agency Contact: John Schaefer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0296
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: schaefer.john@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG93
_______________________________________________________________________
3235. NESHAP: FABRIC PRINTING, COATING AND DYEING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will result in the reduction of hazardous air
pollutants (HAP) emitted from fabric printing, coating, and dyeing. The
Agency will identify and study the types and sources of HAP emissions
from these processes, and evaluate pollution prevention and other
control techniques which can reduce these emissions.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/11/02 67 FR 46028
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 3909
Sectors Affected: 3133 Textile and Fabric Finishing and Fabric Coating
Mills; 3132 Fabric Mills; 3141 Textile Furnishings Mills; 3399 Other
Miscellaneous Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Vinson Hellwig, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
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and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2317
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: hellwig.vinson@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG98
_______________________________________________________________________
3236. NESHAP: SITE REMEDIATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq; PL 101-549 104 Stat. 2399
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: Superfund, RCRA corrective action, gasoline stations, farms
and residential sites are exempt from rule requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/30/02 67 FR 49398
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 3968
Agency Contact: Greg Nizich, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3078
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: nizich.greg@epa.gov
Martha Smith, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2421
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: smith.martha@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH12
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3237. NESHAP: ROCKET ENGINE TEST FIRING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, May 1, 2001.
Abstract: As required by section 112(c) of the Clean Air Act, the
Environmental Protection Agency has developed a list of categories of
sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAP's). The HAP's are listed in
section 112(b) of the Clean Air Act. The Rocket Engine Test Firing
source category and the Engine Test Facilities source category are
included on EPA's list of sources of HAP's. The Rocket Engine Test
Firing source category includes facilities engaged in test firing of
rocket engines using solid or liquid propellants. The Engine Test
Facilities source category includes any facility engaged in the testing
of stationary or mobile engines, including turbines and reciprocating
engines.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 05/14/02 67 FR 34548
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3972
Agency Contact: Jaime Pagan, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5340
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: pagan.jaime@epa.gov
Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1045
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: wayland.robertj@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH35
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3238. NESHAP: ORGANIC LIQUIDS DISTRIBUTION (NON-GASOLINE)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This project is to develop national emission standards for
hazardous air pollutants by establishing maximum achievable control
technology (MACT) for facilities distributing organic liquids. MACT
standards are under development to reduce the release of hazardous air
pollutants (HAPs) from all industries to protect the public health and
environment. This project should include but is not limited to those
activities associated with the storage and distribution of organic
liquids other than gasoline at sites that serve as distribution points
from which organic liquids may be obtained for further use and
processing.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 04/02/02 67 FR 15674
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3971
Agency Contact: Martha Smith, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2421
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: smith.martha@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH41
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3239. IMPORTATION OF NONCONFORMING VEHICLES; AMENDMENTS TO REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7522 CAA sec 203; 42 USC 7525 CAA sec 206; 42
USC 7541 CAA sec 207; 42 USC 7542 CAA sec 208; 42 USC 7601 CAA sec 301;
42 USC 7522 CAA sec 203; 42 USC 7550 CAA sec 216; 42 USC 7601 CAA sec
301
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 85
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will amend the regulations in 40 CFR part 85,
subpart P to allow entry into the United States of vehicles which are
originally sold in Canada and which are identical to their U.S.
counterparts, without obtaining a certificate of conformity from EPA.
This
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action is in response to a petition for review of import rules. The
final rule also will address certain other issues in part 85, subpart P
and subpart R, including: (1) formalizing a long-standing EPA policy
regarding the importation of owned vehicles that are proven to be
identical to a vehicle certified for sale in the United States; (2)
establishing new emission standards applicable to imported
nonconforming vehicles; (3) clarifying the regulatory language that
concerns exclusions and exemptions from meeting Federal emission
requirements; and (4) providing several minor clarifications to the
existing regulations.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 03/24/94 59 FR 13912
Supplemental NPRM 02/12/96 61 FR 5840
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 2665
Agency Contact: Len Lazarus, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6405J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9281
RIN: 2060-AI03
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3240. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: SUPPLEMENTAL RULE REGARDING A
RECYCLING STANDARD UNDER SECTION 608
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CAA sec 608
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 subpart F
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend the recordkeeping aspects of the
technician certification program, clarify aspects of a sales
restriction, and adopt an updated version of ARI standard 740. The rule
will also clarify the distinction between major and non-major repairs
and amend several definitions including small appliances. The rule also
addresses the transfers of unreclaimed refrigerant between majority-
owned and majority-controlled subsidiaries.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 1 02/29/96 61 FR 7858
NPRM 11/01/96 61 FR 56493
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3556
Agency Contact: Julius Banks, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9870
Fax: 202 565-2156
Email: banks.julius@epa.gov
Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: land.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AF36
_______________________________________________________________________
3241. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: REFRIGERANT RECYCLING RULE
AMENDMENT TO INCLUDE SUBSTITUTE REFRIGERANTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq; 42 USC 7671(g); CAA sec 608
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82(F)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action would facilitate fulfillment of the statutory
mandate to apply the venting prohibition to substitute refrigerants.
The action would provide regulations covering recovery/recycling
equipment, recovery/recycling practices, and applicable certifications
that would be required to accomplish compliance with the venting
prohibition. Requirements would parallel those of the current section
608 regulations, expanding applicability, where appropriate, to
substitute refrigerants.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 06/11/98 63 FR 32044
Final Action 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3560
Agency Contact: Julius Banks, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9870
Fax: 202 565-2156
Email: banks.julius@epa.gov
Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: land.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AF37
_______________________________________________________________________
3242. PAPER AND OTHER WEB COATING NESHAP
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 59; 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This action would result in the reduction of hazardous air
pollutants (HAPs) emitted by the paper and other web coating
industries.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/13/00 65 FR 55332
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3827
Sectors Affected: 322211 Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing;
322212 Folding Paperboard Box Manufacturing; 322221 Coated and
Laminated Packaging Paper and Plastics Film Manufacturing; 322222
Coated and Laminated Paper Manufacturing; 322223 Plastics, Foil, and
Coated Paper Bag Manufacturing; 323111 Commercial Gravure Printing;
323116 Manifold Business Form Printing
Agency Contact: Paul A. Almodovar, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0283
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: almodovar.paul@epa.gov
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Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG58
_______________________________________________________________________
3243. NESHAP: WOOD BUILDING PRODUCTS (SURFACE COATING)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This action will result in the reduction of hazardous air
pollutants (HAP) emitted by the wood building product surface coating
industry. The Agency will study the various HAP emitted by the industry
and evaluate pollution prevention and control techniques which can
reduce these emissions.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/21/02 67 FR 42400
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3904
Sectors Affected: 321212 Softwood Veneer and Plywood Manufacturing;
321219 Reconstituted Wood Product Manufacturing; 321911 Wood Window and
Door Manufacturing; 321918 Other Millwork (including Flooring ); 321999
All Other Miscellaneous Wood Product Manufacturing; 321211 Hardwood
Veneer and Plywood Manufacturing; 32199 All Other Wood Product
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Vinson Hellwig, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2317
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: hellwig.vinson@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH02
_______________________________________________________________________
3244. NESHAP: MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILLS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This project is to develop national emission standards for
hazardous air pollutants (HAP) by establishing maximum achievable
control technology (MACT) for municipal solid waste landfills.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/07/00 65 FR 66672
Supplemental NPRM 05/23/02 67 FR 36460
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3969
Sectors Affected: 562212 Solid Waste Landfill
Agency Contact: JoLynn Collins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5671
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: collin.jolynn@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH13
_______________________________________________________________________
3245. NESHAP: ASPHALT/COAL TAR APPLICATION ON METAL PIPES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act (CAA), as amended in 1990, requires the EPA
to: (1) publish an initial list of all categories of major and area
sources of the hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed in section 112(b)
of the CAA; (2) promulgate a schedule establishing a date for the
promulgation of emission standards for each of the listed categories of
HAPs emission sources; and (3) develop emission standards for each
source of HAPs. These standards are to be technology-based and are to
require the maximum degree of emission reduction determined to be
achievable by the Administrator. The Agency has determined that the
application of asphalt or coal tar to metal pipes may reasonably be
anticipated to emit several of the 189 HAPs listed in section 112(b) of
the CAA. As a consequence, a regulatory development program is being
pursued for the asphalt/coal tar application on metal pipes industry to
promulgate emission standards.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/13/02 67 FR 52780
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4107
Sectors Affected: 332812 Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and
Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers
Agency Contact: Kim Teal, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5580
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: teal.kim@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH78
_______________________________________________________________________
3246. NESHAP: FRICTION PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
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CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This action will propose NESHAP for friction products
manufacturing in order to comply with the Clean Air Act of 1990 (CAA).
The friction products source category includes any facility that
manufactures friction products such as brakes and clutches. The rule is
expected to limit HAP emissions, including toluene, hexane, and 1,1,1
trichloroethane) from solvent mixing operations.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/04/01 66 FR 50768
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4460
Sectors Affected: 3363 Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing; 3364
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing; 3369 Other Transportation
Equipment Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Kevin Cavender, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2364
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: cavender.kevin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ18
_______________________________________________________________________
3247. NESHAP: FLEXIBLE POLYURETHANE FOAM FABRICATION OPERATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 41 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act (CAA) requires development of emission
standards for major sources emitting any of the hazardous air
pollutants (HAP) listed in section 112(b) of the CAA. The EPA is
proposing a rule to reduce emissions of toxic air pollutants from
flexible polyurethane foam fabrication operations. Toxic air
pollutants, or air toxics, are those pollutants known, or suspected, to
cause cancer and other serious health problems. EPA identified two
subcategories under the flexible polyurethane foam fabrication
operations source category. These subcategories are loop slitter HAP-
based adhesive use and flame lamination. Loop slitters are equipment at
foam fabrication operations that are used to slice large foam blocks
into thin sheets. Flame lamination refers to the bonding of foam to
other substrates (i.e., cloth, foam, plastic, and other materials),
where the bonding agent is scorched or melted foam.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/08/01 66 FR 41718
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4449
Agency Contact: Maria Noell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5607
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: noell.maria@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ19
_______________________________________________________________________
3248. NESHAP: PUBLICLY OWNED TREATMENT WORKS (POTW)--AMENDMENTS II
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412(e)(5) CAAA sec 112(e)(5); 42 USC
7412(n)(3) CAAA sec 112(n)(3)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will amend the existing rule to implement a
settlement agreement with the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers
of America regarding their petition for judicial review.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/22/02 67 FR 13496
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4546
Agency Contact: Robert Lucas, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0884
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: lucas.bob@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ66
_______________________________________________________________________
3249. [bull] NESHAP: CHLORINE PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This action announces our decision not to issue regulations
for the Chlorine Production source category. The source category is
composed of nearly 50 facilities that produce chlorine using several
different methods. We have determined that 21 of these facilities are
major sources, including 20 chlor-alkali plants that produce chlorine
and caustic as co-products through the electrolysis of brine, and one
primary magnesium refining facility that produces chlorine as a by-
product of magnesium metal production. Primary magnesium refining is a
separately listed source category and, as such, the one refiner will be
addressed in a separate rulemaking. None of the 20 chlor-alkali plants
are in and of themselves major sources. All are well-controlled and
emit negligible amounts of chlorine and, in some cases, additional
negligible amounts of hydrochloric acid. These sources are major only
due
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to collocation. That is, they are part of larger establishments that
are major sources. These larger establishments include organic chemical
manufacturers, polymer and resin producers, and pulp and paper mills,
all of which are already subject to one or more NESHAP. Section
112(d)(4) gives us the discretion to consider risk in issuing MACT
standards for pollutants for which a health threshold has been
established, provided that the public health is protected with an ample
margin of safety. Chlorine and HC1 are both threshold pollutants for
which we have defined threshold values in the form of Inhalation
Reference Concentrations (RfCs). We have modeled chlorine and HC1
emissions from each of the 20 chlor-alkali plants and have determined
that none of the plants emit chlorine or HC1 in quantities that result
in human exposures in the ambient air at levels approaching the
threshold values. Therefore, we conclude that no further control or
regulation is necessary. NOTE: Three of the 20 chlor-alkali plants
operate mercury cells. We are addressing mercury emissions from mercury
cell chlor-alkali plants in a separate proposal, which is currently in
the review cycle in headquarters. To facilitate comment, we plan to
publish both the mercury cell proposal and this action on chlorine
production in the same issue of the Federal Register.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/03/02 67 FR 44713
Final Action 07/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4685
Agency Contact: Iliam Rosario, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5308
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: rosario.iliam@epa.gov
Alfred Vervaert, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5602
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: vervaert.al@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK38
_______________________________________________________________________
3250. [bull] NESHAP FOR PRIMARY ALUMINUM REDUCTION PLANTS; AMENDMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The NESHAP for Primary Aluminum Reduction Plants was
promulgated in 1997 (40 CFR part 63, subpart LL). The amendments
described here would revise the emission limit for polycyclic organic
matter applicable to one subcategory of source based on newly available
data more representative of performance from the top five performing
sources. The proposed amendments would also clarify language on
compliance dates and add specific provisions for startup of new or
reconstructed affected sources and affected sources that restart after
being idled for long periods of time. More time would be allowed due to
the nature of the process operation, depending on the type of source.
No additional costs or information collection requirements would be
incurred as a result of the amendments. There also are no significant
policy issues. State agency and industry representatives concur with
the changes, which will improve implementation of the 1997 rule.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Proposed Amendment 11/00/02
Final Action 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4713
Agency Contact: Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2837
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: fruh.steve@epa.gov
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wyatt.susan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK50
_______________________________________________________________________
3251. [bull] SITE SPECIFIC RULE FOR WEYERHAUSER SULFITE MILL
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112(c)(6)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will apply to the Weyerhaeuser sulfite mill in
Cosmopolis, WA. The rule will allow the mill to control the non
regulated hog fuel dryer at the mill rather than controlling the
sulfite recovery furnace. It is expected that the source will achieve
greater emission reductions at a lower cost than would occur otherwise.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4717
Agency Contact: Jeffrey Telander, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5427
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: telander.jeff@epa.gov
James U. Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-05, Research Triangle Pa, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK53
_______________________________________________________________________
3252. [bull] NESHAP: SECONDARY ALUMINUM INDUSTRY AMENDMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, December 15, 1999.
Abstract: EPA promulgated MACT to control emissions of HAP from the
secondary aluminum production industry on March 23, 2000. After
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publication, two groups representing four industry trade groups filed a
petition for review of the rule. EPA reached an initial settlement
agreement with industry to develop a separate rule for aluminum die
casters, aluminum foundries, and aluminum extruders and publish a
proposed stay of the rule with respect to these sources. Later the EPA
reached a separate settlement agreement with groups representing
aluminum die casters, aluminum foundries, and aluminum extruders that
resulted in these groups remaining subject to the rule with certain
technical changes to the rule itself. EPA also reached a separate
settlement agreement with the Aluminum Association to make certain
technical changes in the rule. A direct final rule and parallel
proposal and a proposed rule was published in the FR to implement the
settlement agreements on June 14, 2002. The settlement agreement with
industry require EPA to have the Administrator sign the rule to
promulgate the changes in the settlement agreement by December 13,
2002.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule Amend. 06/14/02 67 FR 41118
NPRM Amendments 06/14/02 67 FR 41125
Withdrawal of Direct Final Rule 08/13/02 67 FR 52616
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4723
Sectors Affected: 331314 Secondary Smelting and Alloying of Aluminum
Agency Contact: John Schaefer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0296
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: schaefer.john@epa.gov
James U. Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-05, Research Triangle Pa, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK57
_______________________________________________________________________
3253. PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION (PSD) AND NONATTAINMENT
NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR): BASELINE EMISSIONS DETERMINATION, ACTUAL-TO-
FUTURE-ACTUAL METHODOLOGY, PLANTWIDE APPLICABILITY
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: CAA as amended title I
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.160 to 51.166; 40 CFR 52.21; 40 CFR 52.24
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action is to revise the CAA new source review (NSR)
regulations, which govern the preconstruction air quality review and
permitting programs that are implemented by States and the Federal
Government for new and modified major stationary sources of air
pollution. These revisions include changes in NSR applicability
requirements for modifications (and provisions to allow States to make
similar changes in their major NSR programs) to allow sources more
flexibility to respond to rapidly changing markets and to plan for
future investments in pollution control and prevention technologies.
These changes reflect EPA's consideration of discussions and
recommendations of the Clean Air Act Advisory Committee's (CAAAC)
Subcommittee on NSR, Permits and Toxics, comments filed by the public,
and meetings and discussions with interested stakeholders. The changes
are intended to provide greater regulatory certainty, administrative
flexibility, and permit streamlining, while ensuring the current level
of environmental protection and benefit derived from the program.
Regulations that will be affected are State implementation plan
requirements for review of new sources and modifications to existing
sources (40 CFR 51.160-166), the Federal prevention of significant
deterioration program (40 CFR 52.21), and Federal restriction on new
source construction (40 CFR 52.24).
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 07/23/96 61 FR 38249
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3259
Agency Contact: Lynn Hutchinson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C33903, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5795
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: hutchinson.lynn@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AE11
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3254. EXPANDED DEFINITIONS FOR ALTERNATIVE-FUELED VEHICLES AND ENGINES
MEETING LOW-EMISSION VEHICLE EXHAUST EMISSION STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2001; 15 USC 2002; 15 USC 2003; 15 USC 2005; 15
USC 2006; 15 USC 213; 42 USC 7521; 42 USC 7522; 42 USC 7524; 42 USC
7525; 42 USC 7541; 42 USC 7542; 42 USC 7549; 42 USC 7550; 42 USC 7552
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 88
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will ease the burden of certification for both
Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and after-market conversion
entities. This action will, for vehicles and engines meeting LEV
emission standards, broaden the definition of the term dedicated fuel
system, broaden the criteria for engine families, and provide an
exemption from certification fees. This action is not a deregulatory
action. This action will provide another means for small business to
remain active entities in supplying alternatively fueled vehicles to
the market place. The above three changes are intended to reduce the
cost of complying with the requirements of certification, and small
business will benefit from these changes. This action will enhance the
ability for the regulated industry to provide alternatively fueled
vehicles to the consumer in support of the Executive Order 13031.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 07/20/98 63 FR 38767
Notice 05/14/99 64 FR 26410
Final Action 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
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Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4030
Agency Contact: Sam Napolitano, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6405J, Washington, DC 20640
Phone: 734 214-4310
Email: sam.napolitano@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH52
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3255. CONTROL OF EMISSIONS OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW MARINE COMPRESSION-
IGNITION ENGINES AT OR ABOVE 30 LITERS PER CYLINDER
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 140 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2060-AJ98
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3256. OPERATING PERMITS: REVISIONS (PART 70)
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7661 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 70
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In response to litigation on the operating permits rule
regulations, 40 CFR part 70, to provide more effective implementation
of part 70, and to address comments provided in response to notices of
proposed rulemaking, parts 70, 51 and 52 are being revised. The changes
streamline the procedures for revising stationary-source operating
permits issued by State and local permitting authorities under title V
of the Clean Air Act.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 08/29/94 59 FR 44460
Supplemental NPRM Part 71 04/27/95 60 FR 20804
Supplemental NPRM Part 70 08/31/95 60 FR 45530
NPRM 12/00/03
Final Action 12/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 3412
Agency Contact: Ray Vogel, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3153
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: vogel.ray@epa.gov
Steve Hitte, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-
04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0886
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: hitte.steve@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AF70
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3257. FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLANS FOR INDIAN RESERVATIONS IN IDAHO,
OREGON AND WASHINGTON
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 49.121 to 49.139; 40 CFR 49.9861 to 49.17810
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This Federal Implementation Plan (FIP) proposes basic air
rules to apply on Indian reservations in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.
The rules provide some basic air quality protection similar to what the
State implementation plans (SIPs) require for Idaho, Oregon, and
Washington. These rules are needed to establish a level playing field
and create basic federally enforceable rules under the Clean Air Act.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 03/15/02 67 FR 11748
Final Action 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4487
Agency Contact: Regina Thompson, Environmental Protection Agency,
Regional Office Seattle, OAQ-107, 1200 6th Avenue; Seattle, Washington
98101
Phone: 206 553-1498
Fax: 206 553-0110
Email: thompson.regina@epa.gov
Bonnie Thie, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office Seattle,
OAQ-107
Phone: 206 553-1189
Fax: 206 553-0110
Email: thie.bonnie@epa.gov
RIN: 2012-AA01
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3258. METAL FURNITURE (SURFACE COATING) NESHAP
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulation will apply to surface coating of metal
furniture products and parts. This regulation will reduce nationwide
emissions of HAPs from surface coating of metal furniture products and
parts, which is required under section 112 of the Clean Air Act.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/24/02 67 FR 20206
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3824
Sectors Affected: 337124 Metal Household Furniture Manufacturing; 33636
Motor Vehicle Fabric Accessories and Seat Manufacturing; 337215
Showcase, Partition, Shelving, and Locker Manufacturing; 337127
Institutional Furniture Manufacturing; 332116 Metal Stamping; 332612
Wire Spring Manufacturing; 337215 Showcase, Partition, Shelving, and
Locker Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Mohamed Serageldin, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2379
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: serageldin.mohamed
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG55
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3259. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: PROCESS FOR EXEMPTING
QUARANTINE AND PRESHIPMENT APPLICATIONS OF METHYL BROMIDE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7671-7671(q)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.1 to 82.13
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Montreal Protocol exempts quarantine and preshipment from
the methyl bromide production and import baseline; therefore, a
regulation must be promulgated to allow for the exemption in EPA's
current allowance system.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Interim Final Action 07/19/01 66 FR 37752
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4253
Agency Contact: Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: land.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI42
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3260. NESHAP: BRICK AND STRUCTURAL CLAY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The brick and structural clay products industry primarily
includes facilities that manufacture brick, clay, pipe, roof tile,
extruded floor and wall tile, and other extruded dimensional clay
products from clay, shale, or a combination of the two. The manufacture
of brick and structural clay products involves mining, raw material
processing (crushing, grinding, and screening), mixing, forming,
cutting or shaping, drying, and firing.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 07/22/02 67 FR 47894
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4325
Sectors Affected: 327121 Brick and Structural Clay Tile Manufacturing;
327123 Other Structural Clay Product Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Mary K. Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5025
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: johnson.mary@epa.gov
James U. Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-05, Research Triangle Pa, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI67
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3261. NESHAP: CLAY CERAMICS MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Ceramics are defined as a class of inorganic, nonmetallic
solids that are subject to high temperature in manufacture and/or use.
The clay ceramics manufacturing source category includes facilities
that manufacture traditional ceramics. Traditional ceramics include
ceramic tile, dinnerware, sanitaryware, pottery, and porcelain. The
primary raw material used in the manufacture of traditional ceramics is
clay. the manufacture of clay ceramics involves raw material processing
(crushing, grinding, and screening), mixing, forming, shaping, drying,
glazing, and firing.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/22/02 67 FR 47894
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4343
Sectors Affected: 327122 Ceramic Wall and Floor Tile Manufacturing;
327111 Vitreous China Plumbing Fixture and China and Earthenware
Fittings and Bathroom Accessories Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Mary K. Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5025
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: johnson.mary@epa.gov
James U. Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-05, Research Triangle Pa, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI68
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3262. NESHAP: ENGINE TEST CELLS/STANDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: As required by section 112(c) of the Clean Air Act, the
Environmental Protection Agency has developed a list of categories of
sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAP's). The HAP's are listed in
section 112(b) of the Clean Air Act. The Engine Test Facilities source
category are included on EPA's list of sources of HAP's. The Engine
Test Facilities source category includes any facility engaged in the
testing of stationary or mobile engines, including turbines and
reciprocating engines and rocket engines. Aircraft engine testing
consists of facilities which perform testing on uninstalled aircraft
engines. Non-aerospace engine test facilities consists of facilities
which perform testing on uninstalled engines such as automotive
engines, stationary turbines, IC engines, and diesel engines.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/14/02 67 FR 34548
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
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Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4144
Agency Contact: Jaime Pagan, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5340
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: pagan.jaime@epa.gov
Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1045
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: wayland.robertj@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI74
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3263. AMEND SUBPART H AND I, 40 CFR PART 61, FOR EMISSIONS OF
RADIONUCLIDES OTHER THAN RADON FROM DOE FACILITIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA 112(g) (q); PL 95-95
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 61.93(a); 40 CFR 61.93(b)(2)(ii)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Subparts H and I of 40 CFR part 61 establish limits, under
the Clean Air Act, for radionuclide emissions (other than radon) from
Department of Energy (DOE) and other non-DOE federal facilities. These
Subparts require emission sampling, monitoring, and calculations to
identify compliance with the standard. The current air sampling
methodology required by the standards is embodied in ANSI-N13.1-1969, a
consensus guidance document that is incorporated by reference in EPA's
standards. That guidance was updated in 1999, and contains new
technical recommendations (that differ from the 1969 version) for
obtaining representative air samples. In this rule, EPA is updating
subparts H and I to incorporate the new sampling guidance, ANSI-N13.1-
1999, and require its use for new facilities and for those undergoing
significant changes to ventilation systems. Existing facilities will be
allowed to continue sampling in accordance with the current
requirements.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/09/00 65 FR 29934
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4273
Agency Contact: Robin Anderson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6608J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9385
Fax: 202 565-2065
Email: anderson.robin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI90
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3264. INTERSTATE OZONE TRANSPORT: RESPONSE TO COURT DECISIONS ON THE NOX
SIP CALL, NOX SIP CALL TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS, AND SECTION 126 RULES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410(a)(2)(D); 42 USC 7410(k)(5)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On October 27, 1998 (63 FR 57355), EPA issued a rule to
reduce smog in the eastern half of the country. The rule required 22
States and the District of Columbia to reduce emissions of nitrogen
oxides (NOx), which reacts with other chemicals in the atmosphere to
form smog. EPA required these reductions because pollution from each of
these States was transported by the wind and significantly contributed
to unhealthy air quality in downwind states. In response to litigation
from several parties on the NOx SIP call, the United States Court of
Appeals for the District of Columbia issued a decision on March 3, 2000
making it clear that EPA and States can and should move forward to
implement this regional strategy. The ruling remanded certain
relatively minor portions of the original rule back to the EPA. This
rulemaking covers the portion of the rule associated with the remanded
issues: certain cogeneration units, internal combustion engines, the
partial State requirements for Georgia & Missouri and the exclusion of
Wisconsin. In this rulemaking, EPA will consider the partial State
issue for Alabama & Michigan and propose SIP submittal dates and
compliance dates, as well. The D.C. Circuit Court also remanded, or
remanded and vacated, the cogeneration unit issue in decisions on the
NOx SIP Call Technical Amendments, and Section 126 Rule on June 8, 2001
and May 15, 2001, respectively. These remands will also be addressed in
this rulemaking.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/22/02 67 FR 8395
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4433
Agency Contact: Jan King, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5665
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: king.jan@epa.gov
Carla Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-
02, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3347
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: oldham.carla@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ16
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3265. CLARIFICATION TO EXISTING PART 63 NESHAP DELEGATIONS' PROVISIONS-
WORK PRACTICES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: 40 CFR part 63 contains OAR's air-toxics emissions
regulations, often referred to as MACT rules or NESHAPS. We are
revising some part 63 standards to reflect changes in delegation
provisions. We are also revising some sections in the part 63
regulations to clarify what are standards and what are compliance
assurance measures. The benefits of the changes will include clarifying
what authorities in each standard can be delegated to State and local
air pollution control agencies and meshing
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the standards with revisions previously made to other part 63
regulations.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/16/02 67 FR 2286
Final Action 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4426
Agency Contact: Tom Driscoll, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5135
Fax: 919 541-5489
Email: driscoll.tom@epa.gov
Kathy Kaufman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0102
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: kaufman.kathy@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ26
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3266. NESHAP: PESTICIDES ACTIVE INGREDIENTS--AMENDMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, September 6, 2002, Administrator's
Signature.
Abstract: On June 23, 1999, EPA promulgated the NESHAP for Pesticide
Active Ingredient Production several petitions were filed for judicial
review. These amendments are based on the settlement agreement.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/10/02 67 FR 17492
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4457
Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5402
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: mcdonald.randy@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ34
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3267. FEDERAL PLAN FOR SMALL MUNICIPAL WASTE COMBUSTION UNITS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 1990 Amendments to the CAA sections 111(d) 129 and
301(a)(d)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 62 (new)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 directed the EPA to set
emission guidelines for existing municipal waste combustion units
(MWCs) under Sections 111 and 129. On 12/19/95, the EPA adopted
emission guidelines for MWCs under the authority of Sections 111(d) and
129 of the Clean Air Act. These emission guidelines covered all MWC
units located at plants with an aggregate plant combustion capacity
larger than 35 tons per day of municipal solid waste. Subsequent
litigation cancelled the emission guidelines for small MWC units, but
the Court directed EPA to adopt a new rule for small MWC units. This
rule was adopted on December 6, 2000. This action is a follow-on
activity to this rulemaking. In this proposed MWC Federal Plan for
small units, EPA becomes the implementing authority in those instances
where the state or local Agency fails to submit a plan or a plan has
not yet been approved. This action makes no changes to the rule and is
intended to fulfill EPA's duty under Section 129(b)(3) to promulgate a
Federal Plan as a gap-filling measure until the state fulfills its
statutory obligations. When the state submits an approvable State Plan,
the Federal Plan will no longer apply to units in the state.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/14/01 66 FR 32484
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4454
Agency Contact: Lalit Banker, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5420
Fax: 919 541-2664
Email: banker.lalit@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ46
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3268. REVISIONS TO REGIONAL HAZE RULE TO INCORPORATE SULFUR DIOXIDE
MILESTONES AND BACKSTOP EMISSIONS TRADING PROGRAM FOR NINE WESTERN
STATES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410; 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7421; 42 USC 7470-
7479; 42 USC 7491; 42 USC 7492; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7602
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.309
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulation is for an action anticipated by the regional
haze rule that we published in July 1999. One portion of the regional
haze rule was an optional visibility protection program for nine
Western States. Part of this program for the West, a long-term program
to reduce stationary source emissions of sulfur dioxide, was incomplete
at the time of the 1999 rule. Accordingly, the rule required Western
States to submit an ``Annex'' to an earlier report of the Grand Canyon
Visibility Transport Commission. We required the Annex to contain
sulfur dioxide milestones for the years 2003 to 2018, to establish a
program to track emissions from stationary sources over this time
period, and to provide the details of a market trading program that
would be triggered if a milestone is exceeded. The Western Regional Air
Partnership submitted the Annex on September 29, 2000. The purpose of
this rulemaking is to determine whether the Annex meets the
requirements of the regional haze rule
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and the Clean Air Act, and if it does, to amend the regional haze rule
to incorporate its provisions.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/06/02 67 FR 30418
Final Action 04/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4495
Agency Contact: Timothy Smith, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4718
Fax: 919 541-5489
Email: smith.tim@epa.gov
Tom Driscoll, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-
04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5135
Fax: 919 541-5489
Email: driscoll.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ50
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3269. STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR NEW STATIONARY SOURCES: VOLATILE
ORGANIC LIQUID STORAGE VESSELS; AMENDMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401; 42 USC 7411; 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7416; 42
USC 7601
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This direct final action revises existing standards for
Volatile Organic Liquid Storage Vessels (Including Petroleum Liquid
Storage Vessels) by amending the storage vessel volume applicability
criteria and adding a vapor pressure applicability criterion. This is a
narrow technical amendment responding to new information that came in
after the original rule was promulgated.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4508
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing; 324 Petroleum and Coal
Products Manufacturing; 42271 Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals
Agency Contact: Mark Morris, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5416
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: morris.mark@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ53
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3270. NESHAP: PORTLAND CEMENT MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY, AMENDMENTS TO RULE
TO IMPLEMENT SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.1340 to 63.1359
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry NESHAP was
promulgated June 14, 1999. The rule is codified in 40 CFR 63, Subpart
LLL. This rule is being revised to reflect a pending settlement
agreement with the American Portland Cement Alliance. The rule changes
will be minor, and mostly will help to clarify requirements, provide
monitoring alternatives and/or remove minor monitoring requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/05/02 67 FR 16625
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4524
Sectors Affected: 32731 Cement Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Joseph P. Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5446
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: wood.joe@epa.gov
James U. Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-05, Research Triangle Pa, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ57
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3271. CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS FROM MOBILE SOURCES;
CORRECTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7521(l); 42 USC 7545; 42 USC
7601(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.81(a)(1)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule corrects a final regulatory action which was
published in the Federal Register on March 29, 2001 (66 FR 17230). The
correction consists of restoring a paragraph that was inadvertently
omitted when the final rule was published.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4554
Agency Contact: Christine M. Brunner, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4287
Fax: 734 214-4051
Email: brunner.christine@epa.gov
Paul Cort, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 2344A
Phone: 202 564-5573
Fax: 202 564-5603
Email: cort.paul@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ67
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3272. COMPILATION OF SOURCE-SPECIFIC ALTERNATIVE METHODS BEING APPROVED
FOR SOURCE-CATEGORY WIDE APPLICATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
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CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Sources have applied for approval of alternative test methods
for use at their facility. The Agency has approved these methods and
issued letters of approval to each requestor. The Agency has determined
that these methods could be used at similar sources, thus giving those
sources an alternative test method to the one cited in the regulation.
This action seeks to publish these facility-specific approvals in order
to provide other facilities within the source category the option of
using the alternative method.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 10/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4548
Agency Contact: Rima Howell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0443
Fax: 919 541-1039
Email: howell.rima@epa.gov
Connie Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-7774
RIN: 2060-AJ84
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3273. BENZENE WASTE OPERATIONS NESHAP; AMENDMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7626
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 61
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This amendment will add a compliance option for tanks, making
the Benzene Waste Operations NESHAP consistent with the RCRA CC rules.
Hazardous waste treatment facilities have requested these amendments
because they must comply with both rules. There is no emission
reduction as a result of this action. However, facilities may save
money. We expect no negative impacts on small businesses and State/
local/tribal governments. Industry and government support this change.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4591
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing; 3311 Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing;
562211 Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal
Agency Contact: Robert Lucas, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0884
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: lucas.bob@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ87
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3274. PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND MONITORING
REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICULATE MATTER AT STATIONARY SOURCES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 app B; 40 CFR 60 app F
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action would repropose some monitoring specifications
that were originally included in an OSWER proposal to regulate air
emissions from hazardous waste combustors (as explained further below).
It revises several standards and requirements related to continuous
emission monitoring systems for particulate matter (PM). These include:
specifications and test procedures known as Performance Specification
11 (PS-11), and quality assurance requirements known as ``Procedure
2''. The proposed revisions clarify and update performance standards
and monitoring requirements for facilities required to install and use
continuous monitoring equipment to measure particulate matter emissions
from stacks and ducts. The action does not change any emission
standards or add any additional recordkeeping requirements. This action
is a supplement to actions by EPA's OSWER that included proposed
regulations for hazardous waste combustors. The first action was
published in the Federal Register on December 30, 1997 (62 FR 67788).
Recent OAR field studies have revealed needed revisions to PS-11 and
Procedure 2. In view of the significant amount of time that has passed
since the last proposal was published (December 30, 1997) and the
significant amount of knowledge we have recently gained from our field
studies, we believe that a supplemental proposal and another
opportunity for the public to comment on PS-11 and Procedure 2 are
appropriate.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/12/01 66 FR 64176
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4605
Sectors Affected: 221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation
Agency Contact: Daniel Bivins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, D205-02, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5244
Fax: 919 541-0516
Email: bivins.dan@epa.gov
Connie Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
D205-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-7774
RIN: 2060-AJ88
_______________________________________________________________________
3275. STATE AND FEDERAL OPERATING PERMITS PROGRAM: REMOVAL OF AMENDMENTS
TO PART 70 AND PART 71 COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414a; 42 USC 7661 to 7661f
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CFR Citation: 40 CFR 70; 40 CFR 71 (Revisions)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Action is in response to the October 29, 1999, United States
Circuit Court of Appeals decision to remand to EPA part of the October
22, 1997, Compliance Assurance Monitoring rulemaking that included
revisions to parts 70 and 71 compliance certification requirements. The
Court ruled that the compliance certification must address whether the
affected facility has been in continuous or intermittent compliance.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4600
Split from RIN 2060-AJ04
Agency Contact: Grecia Castro, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C304-04, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1351
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: castro.grecia@epa.gov
Barrett Parker, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, EN-
341W, D243-02, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5635
Fax: 919 541-1039
Email: parker.barrett@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ89
_______________________________________________________________________
3276. CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS FROM MOBILE SOURCES: DEFAULT
BASELINE REVISION AND MINOR CORRECTIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7521(1); 42 USC 7545; 42 USC
7601(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 31, 2001, 80.855(b)(2)
directs EPA to revise the default baseline by this date.
Abstract: The final rule, Control of Emissions of Hazardous Air
Pollutants From Mobile Sources (66 FR 17230, 3/29/01), directed EPA to
revise the default toxics baselines in the rule to include year 2000
data when it becomes available. When revised, the default toxics
baseline values will be the average toxics values for gasoline over the
period 1998-2000. This data is now available, and this rule will
promulgate those revised baseline values, and also incorporate several
minor technical corrections to the existing rule.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4621
Agency Contact: Christine M. Brunner, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4287
Fax: 734 214-4051
Email: brunner.christine@epa.gov
Paul Cort, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 2344A
Phone: 202 564-5573
Fax: 202 564-5603
Email: cort.paul@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ97
_______________________________________________________________________
3277. ADOPTION OF THE AMENDED INTERNATIONAL NOX STANDARD FOR AIRCRAFT
ENGINES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq; CAA 231 to 232; 42 USC 7571 to
7572; 5 USC 552(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 87.1; 40 CFR 87.21; 40 CFR 87.64; 40 CFR 87.71; 40
CFR 87.10; 40 CFR 87.31(b); 40 CFR 87.82; 40 CFR 87.89
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The purpose of this proposed rulemaking is to amend the
existing United States regulations governing the exhaust emissions from
new commercial aircraft gas turbine engines. The amendment will codify
into United States law the recently amended voluntary NOx emission
standard of the United Nation's International Civil Aviation
Organization (ICAO), thus bringing the United States emission standards
into alignment with the internationally adopted standards. This NOx
standard was adopted at the ICAO/Committee on Aviation Environmental
Protection (CAEP) 4 meeting in 1998. The implementation of the standard
is to begin in January 2004. Further, this amendment will establish
consistency between U.S. and international requirements and test
procedures. This action is necessary to ensure that domestic commercial
aircraft meet international standards and the public can be assured
that they are receiving the air quality benefits of the international
standards.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4631
Sectors Affected: 3336 Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission
Equipment Manufacturing; 33641 Aerospace Product and Parts
Manufacturing; 336412 Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing;
336413 Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Tia Sutton, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6407, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4018
Fax: 734 214-4816
Email: sutton.tia@epa.gov
Bryan Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
NFEVL, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4832
Fax: 734 214-4816
Email: manning.bryan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK01
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3278. REDUCTION OF THE AMBIENT AIR MONITORING FINE PARTICULATE
COLLOCATED PRECISION REQUIREMENT.
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410; 42 USC 7601(a); 42 USC 7619
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 58
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend the regulations governing the monitoring
of ambient fine particulate pollution (PM2.5) conducted by State and
local governments as part of their programs to meet the National
Ambient Air
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Quality Standard (NAAQS) for PM2.5. This direct final rule reduces the
requirement to collocate PM2.5 samplers from 25 percent of a reporting
organization's sites to 15 percent. Collocation is a technique used to
provide an estimate of precision or repeatability of the PM2.5 network.
The process involves setting up a second PM2.5 sampling instrument
within 1 to 4 meters of the primary sampler instrument and collecting a
sample during the same time period as the primary sampler. EPA analysis
now shows that a reduction in the precision requirement would not
significantly affect confidence in precision estimates. Since precision
values are collected every sixth day at the monitoring sites and the
precision data quality objectives are developed over 3 years, EPA feels
that enough precision data will be collected at the proposed frequency
(15 percent) to provide acceptable estimates of achievement of the
precision data quality objectives. This change should reduce the
monitoring burden of all organizations implementing State and local
Ambient Monitoring Sites.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4647
Agency Contact: Michael Papp, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C339-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2408
Fax: 919 541-1903
Email: papp.michael@epa.gov
Tim Hanley, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-
02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4417
Fax: 919 541-1903
Email: hanley.tim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK05
_______________________________________________________________________
3279. AMENDMENTS TO COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE AND
FEDERAL OPERATING PERMITS PROGRAMS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414a; 42 USC 7661 to 7661f
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 70; 40 CFR 71 (Revisions)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Action is in response to the October 29, 1999, United States
Circuit Court of Appeals decision to remand to EPA part of the October
22, 1997, Compliance Assurance Monitoring rulemaking that included
revisions to parts 70 and 71 compliance certification requirements. The
Court ruled that the compliance certification must address whether the
affected facility has been in continuous or intermittent compliance.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4671
Agency Contact: Grecia Castro, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C304-04, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1351
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: castro.grecia@epa.gov
Steve Hitte, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-
04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0886
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: hitte.steve@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK11
_______________________________________________________________________
3280. [bull] PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: LISTING OF SUBSTITUTES
FOR OZONE-DEPLETING SUBSTANCES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671(q)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action lists three substitutes for ozone-depleting
substances in the fire suppression and explosion protection sector as
acceptable (subject to use restrictions) under EPA's Significant New
Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program. The SNAP program evaluates
substitutes for ozone-depleting substances and publishes lists of
acceptable and unacceptable substitutes. The intended effect of the
SNAP program is to support the transition away from ozone-depleting
substances through review of substitutes and their effects on human
health and the environment.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4688
Sectors Affected: 2333 Nonresidential Building Construction; 325
Chemical Manufacturing; 32599 All Other Chemical Product Manufacturing;
336413 Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing;
336611 Ship Building and Repairing; 336992 Military Armored Vehicle,
Tank and Tank Component Manufacturing; 54138 Testing Laboratories;
54133 Engineering Services; 92216 Fire Protection
Agency Contact: Bella Maranion, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9749
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: maranion.bella@epa.gov
Jeff Cohen, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J
Phone: 202 564-0135
Fax: 202 565-2095
Email: cohen.jeff@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK30
_______________________________________________________________________
3281. [bull] REVISION OF COMBUSTION TURBINES NSPS - PART 60, SUBPART GG
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The NSPS for Combustion Turbines has not been revised since
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1980. Revisions are needed to reduce the burden on EPA and State/local
agencies, of approving, on a case-by-case basis, alternate testing and
monitoring protocols due to advances in emission control technologies.
The revisions are also intended to bring consistency between the
monitoring and testing requirements in the Combustion Turbines NSPS
(part 60) and the Acid Rain Program (part 75) so that the same data can
be used to comply with both regulations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 04/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4681
Sectors Affected: 2211 Electric Power Generation, Transmission and
Distribution; 211111 Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction; 211112
Natural Gas Liquid Extraction; 221 Utilities
Agency Contact: Jaime Pagan, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5340
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: pagan.jaime@epa.gov
Sims Roy, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-01,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5263
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: roy.sims@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK35
_______________________________________________________________________
3282. [bull] REVISIONS TO THE APPEAL PROCEDURES AND THE FEDERAL NOX
BUDGET TRADING PROGRAM, PARTS 78 AND 97
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7651 et seq; 42 USC 7401; 42 USC
7403:; 42 USC 7426
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 75 (Revision); 40 CFR 97 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule is a set of revisions which will simplify and
streamline the interface between the existing Acid Rain Program and the
NOx Budget Trading Program.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/13/01 66 FR 31978
NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/27/01 66 FR 39123
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4682
Sectors Affected: 221111 Hydroelectric Power Generation
Agency Contact: Gabrielle Stevens, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6204N
Phone: 202 564-2681
Email: stevens.gabrielle@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK36
_______________________________________________________________________
3283. [bull] PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: ADDITIONAL
RECONSIDERATION OF PETITION CRITERIA AND INCORPORATION OF MONTREAL
PROTOCOL DECISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671q
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The content of this rule was promulgated as part of a direct
final rule in August 1998. In October 1998 EPA withdrew portions of
that direct final rule that had subsequently received adverse comment.
We are now promulgating those withdrawn portions in this final rule,
which changes the recordkeeping and reporting requirements for
Essential Use Allowance holders and clarifies the petition process for
import of used class I controlled substances. Additionally, in response
to a petition submitted to EPA, this final rule removes the requirement
in the petition process for imports of used class I controlled
substances whereby a person must certify knowledge of tax liability.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4696
Agency Contact: Suzanne Kocchi, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5289
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: kocchi.suzanne@epa.gov
Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: land.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK44
_______________________________________________________________________
3284. [bull] AMENDMENT TO THE HEAVY-DUTY ENGINE AND VEHICLE STANDARDS
AND HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL SULFUR REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7545(c); 42 USC 7545(g); 42 USC 7545(i); 42 USC
7625-1; 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a); 42 USC 7401 to 7671q
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 69; 40 CFR 80; 40 CFR 86
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action would clarify, correct, amend and revise certain
provisions of the Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards and Highway
Diesel Fuel Sulfur Regulations (66 FR 5002, January 18, 2001).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4707
Sectors Affected: 336112 Light Truck and Utility Vehicle Manufacturing;
811112 Automotive Exhaust System Repair; 811198 All Other Automotive
Repair and Maintenance
Agency Contact: Mary Manners, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4873
Fax: 734 214-4816
Email: manners.mary@epa.gov
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Christine M. Brunner, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4287
Fax: 734 214-4051
Email: brunner.christine@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK47
_______________________________________________________________________
3285. [bull] CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW MOTOR VEHICLES: AMENDMENT
TO THE TIER 2 MOTOR VEHICLE EMISSION STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 86 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action includes technical amendments needed to resolve
errors, inconsistencies, or lack of clarity in recently promulgated
light-duty and heavy-duty emissions control programs. These issues
include flexibilities for diesel vehicles under the Tier 2 program,
amendments to the requirements for independent commercial importers
(ICI), amendments to the test weight requirements for complete heavy-
duty gasoline vehicles, and amendments to the heavy-duty onboard
diagnostics (OBD) requirements for chassis-certified heavy-duty diesel
engines and vehicles.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4721
Sectors Affected: 33611 Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle
Manufacturing; 33612 Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Rob French, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4380
Robin Moran, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, ASD
Phone: 734 214-4781
Fax: 734 214-4816
Email: moran.robin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK55
_______________________________________________________________________
3286. PROJECT XL SITE-SPECIFIC RULEMAKING FOR ANDERSEN CORPORATION'S
FACILITY IN BAYPORT, MINNESOTA
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671q
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This site-specific rule, applicable only to the Andersen
Bayport facility, provides regulatory changes under the Clean Air Act
(CAA) to implement Andersen Corporation's XL project. In this project,
the facility will be allowed to increase production levels without
undergoing case-by-case reviews prompted by its Volatile Organic
Compounds (VOC) emission changes, as long as its VOC emissions per unit
of production remain below the performance ratio and its overall
emissions remain below a facilitywide VOC cap.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/19/99 64 FR 19097
Final Action 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4278
Agency Contact: Brian Barwick, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of the Administrator, U.S. EPA Region 5, Chicago, IL 60604
Phone: 312 886-6620
Email: barwick.brian@epa.gov
David Beck, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the
Administrator, E14302, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5421
Email: beck.david@epa.gov
RIN: 2090-AA21
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions
Clean Air Act (CAA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3287. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS: RISK MANAGEMENT
PROGRAMS UNDER THE CLEAN AIR ACT, SECTION 112(R)(7); THIRD PARTY AUDIT
PROVISIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412(r); 42 USC 7601 (a)(1)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 68
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action establishes requirements, incentives, and
procedures for third party audits of Risk Management Plans (RMPs) under
40 CFR part 68 that would reduce the need for, and thus the incidence
of, government audits of RMPs submitted by facilities that volunteer
for such an audit. In this context, a third party is someone not
employed by either an RMP-regulated facility or a government agency
responsible for implementing the RMP program (implementing agency).
In the preamble to the final risk management program rule, EPA endorsed
the concept of using third parties to assist in rule compliance and
oversight (61 FR 31705), provided that any such proposal: not weaken
the compliance responsibilities of facility owner/operators; offer cost
savings and benefits to the industry, community, and implementing
agencies that significantly exceed the cost of implementing the
approach; lead to a net increase in process safety, particularly for
smaller, less technically sophisticated facilities; and promote cost-
effective agency prioritization of oversight resources. However, no
specific criteria or requirements were specified in the RMP rule to
regulate the activities of facilities, implementing agencies, or third
parties with respect to third party assistance.
A facility's participation in the third party audit program proposed by
this action would be totally voluntary. For facilities who choose not
to participate in the program, this action would have no effect.
However if a facility participates, this regulation would establish the
requirements and regulatory incentives for their
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participation. For participating sources, the action would offer the
potential for reduced regulatory burden (while maintaining their
compliance responsibilities), flexible auditing options, and other
benefits, provided the source meets the applicable requirements
described in the rule. This action also would specify the proposed
qualification requirements for persons desiring to act as third party
auditors.
EPA believes that this action would promote increased safety among
facilities covered by the risk.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4511
Sectors Affected: 49312 Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage
Facilities; 22132 Sewage Treatment Facilities; 22131 Water Supply and
Irrigation Systems; 31161 Animal Slaughtering and Processing; 49311
General Warehousing and Storage Facilities; 42291 Farm Supplies
Wholesalers; 42269 Other Chemical and Allied Products Wholesalers;
49313 Farm Product Warehousing and Storage Facilities; 32512 Industrial
Gas Manufacturing; 11511 Support Activities for Crop Production
Agency Contact: James Belke, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-8023
Fax: 202 564-8444
Email: belke.jim@epa.gov
Breeda Reilly, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-7983
Fax: 202 564-8444
Email: reilly.breeda@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE85
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3288. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS: RISK MANAGEMENT
PROGRAMS UNDER THE CLEAN AIR ACT, SECTION 112(R)(7); AVAILABILITY OF
INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC; TECHNICAL AMENDMENT
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: CAA 112(r)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 68.210
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Section 112(r)(7) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its
implementing regulations at 40 CFR part 68 require certain stationary
sources to report an Off-site Consequence Analysis (OCA), including a
worst-case release scenario, in a Risk Management Plan (RMP) that is to
be made available to the public. In response to concerns that posting
OCA information on the Internet might increase the risk of terrorist
and other criminal activities, on August 5, 1999, the Chemical Safety
Information, Site Security and Fuels Regulatory Relief Act was enacted.
The Act requires the President to promulgate regulations governing the
distribution of the OCA sections of RMPs that, in the opinion of the
President, would minimize the likelihood of accidental releases and the
risk of terrorist and other criminal activities associated with posting
this information. The President delegated his rulemaking authority to
the Attorney General and the Administrator of EPA, who jointly
promulgated the required regulations at 40 CFR part 1400. The part 1400
regulations restrict the public's access to the OCA sections of RMPs in
certain ways. As currently drafted, however, section 68.210(a) of part
68 states that RMPs are available to the public under CAA section 114,
which makes information collected under the CAA, including RMPs in
their entirety, available to the public, except for confidential
business information. EPA is therefore revising 40 CFR section
68.210(a) to reflect the August 2000 rulemaking and the revision will
state that OCA data is made available to the public under the
provisions of 40 CFR part 1400.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4607
Agency Contact: Sicy Jacob, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-8019
Fax: 202 564-8233
Email: jacob.sicy@epa.gov
John Ferris, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency
Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-7992
Fax: 202 564-8233
Email: ferris.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE95
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3289. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS: RISK MANAGEMENT
PROGRAMS UNDER THE CLEAN AIR ACT, SECTION 112(R)(3); REVISIONS TO THE
LIST OF SUBSTANCES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: CAA 112(r)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 68.130
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The list of substances subject to the Chemical Accident
Prevention requirements at 40 CFR part 68 was promulgated on January
31, 1994. The Clean Air Act states that the list may be revised from
time to time by EPA's own motion or by petition and shall be reviewed
at least every 5 years. Since the January 1994 final list rule, EPA has
modified the listing for hydrochloric acid; deleted a category of
explosive chemicals; exempted flammable substances in gasoline used as
fuel and in naturally occurring hydrocarbon mixtures prior to initial
processing; and excluded flammable substances used as a fuel or held
for sale as a fuel at a retail facility. In fulfillment of the
statute's five-year review requirement, EPA has conducted a thorough
review of the list. Based on that review, EPA is proposing additions,
deletions and modifications to the list of substances. Deletions are
based on EPA's review of the chemical toxicity, physical property,
production/use quantity and accident history of currently listed
substances and new information or erroneous data that impacts the basis
of the chemical's listing. Other toxic and flammable chemicals are
proposed to be added because they meet the criteria for
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listing a toxic or flammable substance. In addition, EPA proposes to
revise the reporting threshold and toxic endpoints of several toxic
substances based on updated toxicity information. Facilities with more
than the threshold quantity of a listed substance in a process are
required to develop a Risk Management Program and submit a Risk
Management Plan to EPA. The proposed changes to the list will ensure
that facilities are properly managing risks of the most acutely toxic
and flammable chemicals that could have an adverse impact on the
facility and surrounding community in event of an accidental release.
Timetable:
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NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4619
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing; 32411 Petroleum
Refineries
Agency Contact: Kathy Franklin, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-7987
Fax: 202 564-8444
Email: franklin.kathy@epa.gov
Sicy Jacob, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency
Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-8019
Fax: 202 564-8233
Email: jacob.sicy@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE96
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3290. EVALUATION OF UPDATED TEST PROCEDURES FOR THE CERTIFICATION OF
GASOLINE DEPOSIT CONTROL ADDITIVES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: CAA Section 211
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: All gasoline must contain additives to control the formation
of deposits in the fuel supply system and engine of motor vehicles. If
uncontrolled, such deposits can result in a significant increase in
motor vehicle emissions. This action will propose that updated test
procedures be adopted for the certification of gasoline deposit control
additives regarding their ability to control fuel injector and intake
valve deposits. The adoption of the updated procedures will ensure that
the gasoline deposit control program continues to ensure an adequate
level of deposit control, thereby preventing an increase in motor
vehicle emissions. The updated test procedures require less time to
perform and are less costly. Therefore, the adoption of the proposed
procedures will reduce the burden on industry of complying with the
gasoline deposit control program. The proposed action will not impact
small businesses, or state, local, or tribal governments.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 01/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4531
Agency Contact: Jeffrey A. Herzog, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, ASD, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4227
Fax: 734 214-4051
Email: herzog.jeff@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ61
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3291. METHODS FOR MEASUREMENT OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS--ADDITION OF METHODS
203A, 203B, AND 203C TO APPENDIX M OF PART 51
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401(b)(1); 42 USC 7410; 42 USC 7470 to 7479;
42 USC 7501 to 7508; 42 USC 7601(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rulemaking adds Test Methods 203A, 203B, and 203C to 40
CFR part 51, appendix M (entitled Example Test Methods for State
Implementation Plans). These methods describe procedures for estimating
the opacity of visible emissions. States have requested that EPA
promulgate these methods so that they can use them in State
Implementation Plans in enforcing visible emissions regulations from
Stationary Sources.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/22/93 58 FR 61639
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 2915
Agency Contact: Peter R. Westlin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1058
Fax: 919 541-1039
Email: westlin.peter@epa.gov
Frederick J. Thompson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-19, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2707
Email: thompson.fred@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AF83
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3292. REVISED PERMIT REVISION PROCEDURES FOR THE FEDERAL OPERATING
PERMITS PROGRAM
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7661(a)(d)(3)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 71.7
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The proposed regulatory change would streamline permit
revisions procedures for stationary air sources that are subject to the
Federal operating permits program.
The Agency does not anticipate any significant impact on small
businesses and State/local/tribal governments.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 12/00/05
Final Action 12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3922
Agency Contact: Scott Voorhees, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5348
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Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: voorhees.scott@epa.gov
Steve Hitte, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-
04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0886
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: hitte.steve@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG92
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3293. FEDERAL MAJOR NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR) PROGRAM FOR NONATTAINMENT
AREAS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 124; 40 CFR 51.165; 40 CFR 52.10; 40 CFR 52.24
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Clean Air (title I, part D) requires that construction
permit programs for new or modified major stationary sources of air
pollution be established for areas not attaining the NAAQS. This action
will add Federal rules at 40 CFR 52.10 for permitting the construction
of new or modified major stationary sources in certain nonattainment
areas where State, local, or tribal rules in whole or in part are not
in place that meet the statutory permitting requirements. These rules
will basically incorporate the requirements for State nonattainment NSR
permit programs, codified at 40 CFR 51.165(a), with supplemental
provisions added to make explicit the permit requirements of section
173 of the Act and certain long-standing policies regarding
nonattainment NSR permitting. This action will also change 40 CFR 52.24
to specify that the requirements of 40 CFR 52.10 govern any permits
issued in certain nonattainment areas where acceptable nonattainment
NSR rules are not in place. Changes to 40 CFR part 124 will specify
that the permit processing, public participation, and permit appeal
requirements that otherwise apply to Federal PSD permitting will also
apply, in most cases, to Federal nonattainment NSR permitting under 40
CFR 52.10.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 07/00/04
Final Action 07/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4046
Agency Contact: Dave Svendsgaard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C339-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2380
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: svendsgaard.dave@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH53
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3294. GENERAL CONFORMITY REGULATIONS; REVISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401-7671
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.850 to 51.860; 40 CFR 93.150 to 93.160
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Section 176(c) of the Clean Air Act prohibits Federal
entities from taking actions which do not conform to the State
implementation plan (SIP) for the attainment and maintenance of the
national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS). In November 1993, EPA
promulgated two sets of regulations to implement section 176(c). First,
on November 24, EPA promulgated the Transportation Conformity
Regulations to establish the criteria and procedures for determining
that transportation plans, programs, and projects which are funded
under title 23 U.S.C. or the Federal Transit Act conform with the SIP.
Then, on November 30, EPA promulgated regulations, known as the General
Conformity Regulations, to ensure that other Federal actions also
conformed to the SIPs. The EPA has not reviewed or revised the General
Conformity Regulations since their 1993 promulgation. Several Federal
agencies have identified concerns over the implementation of the
General Conformity Regulations, including the requirements for areas
designated nonattainment for the newly promulgated NAAQS. In
conjunction with an ad hoc work group of representatives from several
Federal agencies, EPA will review the implementation of the General
Conformity Regulations. The EPA will then propose and promulgate any
appropriate revision to those regulations.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4070
Agency Contact: Annie Nikbakht, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5246
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: nikbakht.annie@epa.gov
David Stonefield, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5350
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: stonefield.dave@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH93
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3295. REVISIONS TO AIR POLLUTION EMERGENCY EPISODE REQUIREMENTS (SUBPART
H, 40 CFR PART 51)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410(a)(2)(G); 42 USC 7603
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 Appendix L; 40 CFR 51.150 to 51.153
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: 40 CFR part 51.150-51.153 requires States to have contingency
plans to prevent air pollution levels from reaching the significant
harm level (SHL) for CO, O3, SO2, NOx, and PM. Appendix L provides
example guidance to the States on appropriate courses of action to take
at each episode stage (i.e., alert, warning, and emergency) to ensure
the SHL is not reached. These requirements were developed in the
1970's, based on the NAAQS from that era. Since that time, ambient air
quality levels have decreased nationwide. Today, many areas/sources
that no longer need episode plans must still develop them. This rule
would update and simplify the criteria used to determine which areas
would require episode plans. Areas with no more than one exceedance of
the Alert level over
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the past 5 years would not need to develop emergency episode plans.
Sources with the potential to cause exceedances of the SHL due to a
process/control equipment malfunction would need to develop source
contingency plans to prevent (and to respond to) such malfunctions.
Appendix L would also be revised to reflect the revised program
requirements. The result will be a sensible, credible program replacing
an outdated program.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM To Be Determined
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4247
Agency Contact: Tom Helms, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5527
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: helms.tom@epa.gov
John Silvasi, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-
02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5666
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: silvasi.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI47
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3296. NESHAP: CHROMIUM ELECTROPLATING AMENDMENT
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Final standards under section 112(d) for chromium emissions
from hard and decorative chromium electroplating and chromium anodizing
tanks (40 CFR 63, Subpart N) were promulgated on January 25, 1995.
Since promulgation, the Agency has determined that a class of chromium
electroplating operations were inadvertently excluded from regulation.
Specifically, the final standards do not apply to sources engaged in
continuous chromium electroplating of steel sheet used to make cans and
other containers. It is the Agency's intent to regulate all facilities
engaged in chromium electroplating. Therefore, the Agency plans to
amend the chromium electroplating rule to extend its applicability to
continuous chromium electroplating operations.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/03
Final Action 09/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 2841
Agency Contact: Philip B. Mulrine, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5289
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: mulrine.phil@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH08
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3297. AMENDMENTS TO PARTS 51, 52, 63, 70 AND 71 REGARDING THE PROVISIONS
FOR DETERMINING POTENTIAL TO EMIT
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action proposes to amend regulations already established
to implement the new Federal air toxics program under section 112,
including the General Provisions, the Federal operating permit program
under title V, and the major source preconstruction programs under
parts C and D of title I.
The proposed rule will address issues related to the determination of a
stationary source's potential to emit in response to three court
decisions.
This action resulted from splitting of RINs 2060-AC98 and 2060-AC63.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM To Be Determined
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3479
Agency Contact: Carol Holmes, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, OECA (2242A), Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8709
Email: holmes.carol@epa.gov
Lynn Hutchinson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C33903, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5795
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: hutchinson.lynn@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI01
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3298. NSPS AND EMISSION GUIDELINES FOR OTHER SOLID WASTE INCINERATORS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7509 CAA sec 129
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Section 129 of the Clean Air Act of 1990 requires the Agency
to promulgate New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and Emission
Guidelines (EG) for solid waste incinerators. Section 129 specifically
required the Administrator to publish a schedule for regulating Other
Solid Waste Incinerators (OSWI). A notice published on November 9, 2000
announced that the Administrator would promulgate OSWI standards by
November 15, 2005. The notice also listed what classes of incinerators
might be covered by the OSWI standards. Standards will be set for the
following pollutants: particulate matter, opacity, sulfur dioxide,
hydrogen chloride, oxides of nitrogen, carbon monoxide, lead cadmium,
mercury, and dioxins and dibenzofurans.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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ANPRM 11/09/00 65 FR 66850
NPRM 11/00/04
Final Action 11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 3751
Agency Contact: Fred L. Porter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
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and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5251
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: porter.fred@epa.gov
Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1045
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: wayland.robertj@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG31
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3299. PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION OF AIR QUALITY: PERMIT
APPLICATION REVIEW PROCEDURES FOR NON-FEDERAL CLASS I AREAS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7670-7479 CAA sec 160-169
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.166; 40 CFR 52.21
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Under the Clean Air Act's prevention of significant
deterioration (PSD) program, a State or tribe may redesignate their
lands as class I areas to provide enhanced protection for their air
quality resources. This rule will clarify the PSD permit review
procedures for new and modified major stationary sources near these
non-Federal class I areas. EPA seeks to develop clarifying PSD permit
application procedures that are effective, efficient, and equitable.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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ANPRM 05/16/97 62 FR 27158
NPRM 10/00/04
Final Action 10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3919
Agency Contact: Darrel Harmon, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6101A, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7416
Fax: 202 501-1153
Email: harmon.darrel@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH01
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3300. REVIEW OF FEDERAL TEST PROCEDURES FOR EMISSIONS FROM MOTOR
VEHICLES; TEST PROCEDURE ADJUSTMENTS TO FUEL ECONOMY AND EMISSION TEST
RESULTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: PL 101-549
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 600; 40 CFR 86
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action considers potential adjustments to fuel economy
and emission test results to compensate for test procedure changes
previously adopted; it applies to light-duty vehicles and light-duty
trucks. This aspect of the previous rulemaking (SAN 3323, RIN 2060-
AE27) was deferred.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3979
Agency Contact: R. W. Nash, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, AAVRAG, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 743 214-4412
RIN: 2060-AH38
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3301. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: UPDATE OF THE SUBSTITUTES LIST
UNDER (SNAP) PROGRAM
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671(k) CAA sec 612
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82; 40 CFR 9
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Section 612 of the Clean Air Act requires EPA to identify
alternatives to Class I and II ozone depleting substances and to
publish lists of acceptable and unacceptable substitutes. Producers of
substitutes must notify EPA at least 90 days before alternatives are
introduced into interstate commerce. Unlike acceptable alternatives
(see Notices), substitutes which are deemed by EPA to be unacceptable
or acceptable subject to use restrictions must go through notice and
comment rulemaking. Substitute lists are updated intermittently
depending on the volume of notifications.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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ANPRM 01/16/92 57 FR 1984
NPRM 05/12/93 58 FR 28094
Final Rule 03/18/94 59 FR 13044
Notice 1 08/26/94 59 FR 44240
NPRM 1 09/26/94 59 FR 49108
Notice 2 01/13/95 60 FR 3318
Final Rule 1 06/13/95 60 FR 31092
Notice 3 07/28/95 60 FR 38729
NPRM 2 10/02/95 60 FR 51383
Notice 4 02/08/96 61 FR 4736
NPRM 3 05/22/96 61 FR 25604
Final Rule 2 05/22/96 61 FR 25585
Notice 5 09/05/96 61 FR 47012
Final Rule 3 10/16/96 61 FR 54030
Notice 6 03/10/97 62 FR 10700
NPRM 4 05/21/97 62 FR 27874
Notice 7 06/03/97 62 FR 30275
NPRM 5 02/03/98 63 FR 5491
Notice 8 02/24/98 63 FR 9151
Notice 9 05/22/98 63 FR 28251
Interim Final Rule 7 01/26/99 64 FR 3861
Interim Final Rule 8 01/26/99 64 FR 3865
ANPRM 9 02/18/99 64 FR 8043
NPRM 6 02/18/99 64 FR 8038
Final Rule 5 04/28/99 64 FR 22981
Notice 10 06/08/99 64 FR 30410
Notice 11 12/06/99 64 FR 68039
Notice 12 04/11/00 65 FR 19327
Final Rule 6 04/26/00 65 FR 24387
Notice 13 06/19/00 65 FR 37900
Notice 14 12/18/00 65 FR 78977
Next Action Undetermined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3525
Agency Contact: Margaret Sheppard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9163
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: sheppard.margaret@epa.gov
Jeff Cohen, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J
Phone: 202 564-0135
Fax: 202 565-2095
Email: cohen.jeff@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG12
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3302. NESHAP: PERCHLOROETHYLENE DRY CLEANING FACILITIES RESIDUAL RISK
STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 22, 2002, Final Action.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based emission standards for this
source category under section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act. The current
action, required by section 112(f) of the Clean Air Act, is to assess
residual risks and develop additional emission standards, as necessary,
to provide an ample margin of safety.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4662
Sectors Affected: 81232 Drycleaning and Laundry Services (except Coin-
Operated)
Agency Contact: Rhea Jones, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2940
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: jones.rhea@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK18
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3303. [bull] NESHAP: SOLVENT EXTRACTION FOR VEGETABLE OIL: AMENDMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action develops National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for vegetable oil production
facilities as authorized under section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act
(Act). The action is based on the determination that vegetable oil
production plants emit organic hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed
in section 112(b) of the Act. On July 16, 1992, EPA listed vegetable
oil production as a source for which NESHAP are to be promulgated. On
December 3, 1993, EPA published a schedule for promulgating NESHAP for
vegetable oil production plants by November 15, 2000. NESHAP developed
under section 112(d) apply to both new and existing facilities. NESHAP
for existing facilities are to be based on the average emission
limitation achieved by the best performing 12 percent of existing
sources.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4672
Sectors Affected: 311222 Soybean Processing; 311223 Other Oilseed
Processing; 311225 Fats and Oils Refining and Blending; 311225 Fats and
Oils Refining and Blending
Agency Contact: James Durham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5672
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: durham.jim@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK32
_______________________________________________________________________
3304. NESHAP: ETHYLENE OXIDE FOR STERILIZATION FACILITIES - RESIDUAL
RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 6, 2002.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA. The current action, required
by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks and develop
additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin
of safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4654
Sectors Affected: 3254 Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing;
311942 Spice and Extract Manufacturing
Agency Contact: David Markwordt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0837
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: markwordt.david@epa.gov
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wyatt.susan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK09
_______________________________________________________________________
3305. NESHAP: GASOLINE DISTRIBUTION (STAGE I) RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 14, 2002.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA. The current action, required
by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks and develop
additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin
of safety. The sources covered are Stage I gasoline distribution
sources, i.e., sources of air emissions from processes involved with
the wholesale distribution of gasoline to gas stations.
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Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4655
Agency Contact: Stephen Shedd, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5397
Fax: 919 685-3195
Email: shedd.steve@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK10
_______________________________________________________________________
3306. NESHAP: GROUP I POLYMERS AND RESINS -- RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 6, 2004.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63,
subpart U. This source category covers chemical process units used to
manufacture elastomer products from raw materials. The current action,
required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from
this same source category, and develop additional emission standards,
as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4656
Sectors Affected: 325212 Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Robert Rosensteel, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5608
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: rosensteel.bob@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK12
_______________________________________________________________________
3307. NESHAP: GROUP II POLYMERS AND RESINS -- RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, March 8, 2003.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA. This source category covers
certain chemical process units used to manufacture products. The
current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess
residual risks from this same source category, and develop additional
emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4657
Sectors Affected: 325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5402
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: mcdonald.randy@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK13
_______________________________________________________________________
3308. NESHAP: HAZARDOUS ORGANIC NESHAP (HON) RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, April 22, 2003.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA. The current action, required
by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks and develop
additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin
of safety. This rule will cover the major sources of air emissions
within the synthetic organic chemical industry.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4659
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Mark Morris, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5416
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: morris.mark@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK14
_______________________________________________________________________
3309. NESHAP: GROUP IV POLYMERS AND RESINS -- RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
[[Page 75249]]
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 12, 2004.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63,
subpart JJJ. This source category covers chemical process units used to
manufacture thermoplastic products from raw materials. The current
action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual
risks from this same source category, and develop additional emission
standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4658
Sectors Affected: 325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Robert Rosensteel, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5608
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: rosensteel.bob@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK15
_______________________________________________________________________
3310. NESHAP: INDUSTRIAL PROCESS COOLING TOWERS RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 30, 2002.
Abstract: A national emission standard for hazardous air pollutants
(NESHAP) for industrial process cooling towers (IPCT) was previously
promulgated under Section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act. That standard
effectively bans the use of chromium-based water treatment chemicals in
IPCT used to remove heat from chemical or industrial processes. The
Clean Air Act Section 112(f) requires us to assess within 8 years of
promulgation of a NESHAP the remaining risk to the public and to
develop additional more stringent standards if such standards are
needed to protect the public health with an ample margin of safety.
This action is to examine the remaining risk from IPCT and, if
warranted, to develop new risk based standards.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4660
Agency Contact: Philip B. Mulrine, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5289
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: mulrine.phil@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK16
_______________________________________________________________________
3311. NESHAP: NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR MARINE TANK VESSEL LOADING
OPERATIONS -- RESIDUAL RISK STANDARD
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 19, 2003, Final Action.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63,
subpart Y. This source category covers tanks or ships that contain
gasoline, crude oil, or HAPs in bulk. The current action, required by
section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this same
source category, and develop additional emission standards, as
necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4661
Sectors Affected: 483 Water Transportation
Agency Contact: David Markwordt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0837
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: markwordt.david@epa.gov
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wyatt.susan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK17
_______________________________________________________________________
3312. NESHAP: SECONDARY LEAD SMELTING RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 23, 2003, Final Action.
Abstract: National emission standards for hazardous air pollutants
(NESHAP) for secondary lead smelting were promulgated on June 23, 1995
under Clean Air Act Section 112(d). The standards establish emission
limitations and work practice standards for all new and existing
secondary lead smelters that produce refined lead from lead scrap,
mainly lead acid batteries. Clean Air Act Section 112(f) requires us to
assess within 8 years of promulgation of a NESHAP the remaining risk to
the public and to develop additional more stringent standards if such
standards are needed to protect the public health with an ample margin
of safety. This action is to examine the remaining risk from secondary
lead smelters and to develop new risk based standards, if warranted.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4665
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Sectors Affected: 331492 Secondary Smelting, Refining, and Alloying of
Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum)
Agency Contact: Kevin Cavender, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2364
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: cavender.kevin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK19
_______________________________________________________________________
3313. NESHAP: SHIPBUILDING AND SHIP REPAIR SURFACE COATING -- RESIDUAL
RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 31, 2003, Final Action.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR Part 63,
Subpart II (that's not a capital two, it's a double ``I''). This source
category covers air-toxic emissions from the painting of ships under
construction or repair in major sources. The current action, required
by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this
same source category, and develop additional emission standards, as
necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4666
Sectors Affected: 336611 Ship Building and Repairing
Agency Contact: Mohamed Serageldin, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2379
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: serageldin.mohamed
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK20
_______________________________________________________________________
3314. NESHAP: WOOD FURNITURE MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS -- RESIDUAL RISK
STANDARDS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 7, 2003.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63,
subpart JJ. This source category covers air-toxic emissions from wood-
furniture manufacturing, including wood finishing, gluing, and
painting. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is
to assess residual risks from this same source category, and develop
additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin
of safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4667
Sectors Affected: 337 Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing;
337211 Wood Office Furniture Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Lynn Dail, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C-539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-9999
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: dail.lynn@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK21
_______________________________________________________________________
3315. NESHAP: HALOGENATED SOLVENT CLEANING -- RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 2, 2002.
Abstract: This action is required by the CAA to assess residual risk
and develop standards as necessary to provide an ample margin of
safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4668
Sectors Affected: 332999 All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal
Product Manufacturing; 337124 Metal Household Furniture Manufacturing;
335999 All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component
Manufacturing; 336999 All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing;
332116 Metal Stamping; 336 Transportation Equipment Manufacturing; 339
Miscellaneous Manufacturing; 332999 All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated
Metal Product Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Paul A. Almodovar, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0283
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: almodovar.paul@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK22
_______________________________________________________________________
3316. NESHAP: MAGNETIC TAPE MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS RESIDUAL RISK
STANDARD
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
[[Page 75251]]
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 15, 2002.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA. The current action, required
by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks and develop
additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin
of safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4669
Sectors Affected: 33461 Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and
Optical Media; 334613 Magnetic and Optical Recording Media
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Vinson Hellwig, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2317
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: hellwig.vinson@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK23
_______________________________________________________________________
3317. NESHAP: PRINTING AND PUBLISHING INDUSTRY -- RESIDUAL RISK
STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, May 30, 2004.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR Part 63,
Subpart KK. This source category covers air-toxic emissions from many
activities located at printing and publishing facilities -- primarily
the printing process itself, plus affiliated equipment such as
cleaning, ink and solvent mixing, chemical storage, and solvent
recovery. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is
to assess residual risks from this same source category, and develop
additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin
of safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4664
Sectors Affected: 322222 Coated and Laminated Paper Manufacturing;
322212 Folding Paperboard Box Manufacturing; 322221 Coated and
Laminated Packaging Paper and Plastics Film Manufacturing; 322222
Coated and Laminated Paper Manufacturing; 322225 Laminated Aluminum
Foil Manufacturing for Flexible Packaging Uses; 322223 Plastics, Foil,
and Coated Paper Bag Manufacturing; 323111 Commercial Gravure Printing;
323112 Commercial Flexographic Printing; 323119 Other Commercial
Printing
Agency Contact: Dave Salman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0859
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: salman.dave@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK24
_______________________________________________________________________
3318. NESHAP: PETROLEUM REFINERIES -- RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 31, 2003.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR Part 63,
Subpart CC. This source category covers air-toxic emissions from
equipment at petroleum refineries, such as process vents, storage
vessels, and valve leaks. The current action, required by section
112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this same source
category, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to
provide an ample margin of safety.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4663
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries
Agency Contact: Robert Lucas, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0884
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: lucas.bob@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK25
_______________________________________________________________________
3319. NESHAP: AEROSPACE MANUFACTURING AND REWORK FACILITIES RESIDUAL
RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 30, 2003.
Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source
category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR Part 63,
Subpart GG. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA,
is to assess residual risks from the same source category, and develop
additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin
of safety.
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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4653
Sectors Affected: 33641 Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Tony Wayne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5439
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wayne.tony@epa.gov
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wyatt.susan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK08
_______________________________________________________________________
3320. STREAMLINED EVAPORATIVE TEST PROCEDURES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7521(m)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will streamline the test procedure used to
establish compliance with evaporative emission requirements for light
duty vehicles and trucks. The current test procedure requires both two
and three day diurnal emission tests, as well as running-loss testing.
The revisions will delete the three day requirement and add
flexibilities for running-loss compliance. This will enable
manufacturers to save significant resources without any decrease in
environmental benefits.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 08/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3910
Agency Contact: David Good, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, NFEVL, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4480
RIN: 2060-AH34
_______________________________________________________________________
3321. REVIEW NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS FOR CARBON MONOXIDE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: Clean Air Act Title I
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, May 31, 2001, Clean Air Act requires
reviews every five years.
Abstract: Review of the national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS)
for carbon monoxide (CO) every 5 years is mandated by the Clean Air
Act. This review assesses the available scientific data about the
health and environmental effects of CO and translates the science into
terms that can be used in making recommendations about whether or how
the standards should be changed. The last review of the CO NAAQS was
completed in 1994 with a final decision that revisions were not
appropriate at that time.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/04
Final Action 05/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4266
Agency Contact: David McKee, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5288
Fax: 919 541-0237
Email: mckee.dave@epa.gov
Harvey Richmond, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5271
Fax: 919 541-0237
Email: richmond.harvey@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI43
_______________________________________________________________________
3322. INTERSTATE OZONE TRANSPORT: RULEMAKING ON SECTION 126 PETITIONS
FROM THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, DELAWARE, MARYLAND, AND NEW JERSEY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7426
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 97
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 14, 1999, The rulemaking
includes action on 4 separate petitions.
Abstract: In April through July 1999, 3 Northeastern States (New
Jersey, Maryland, and Delaware) and the District of Columbia submitted
individual petitions to EPA in accordance with section 126 of the Clean
Air Act (CAA). Each petition specifically requests that EPA make a
finding that nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions from certain stationary
sources in other States significantly contribute to ozone nonattainment
and maintenance problems with respect to the 1-hour and 8-hour ozone
standards in the petitioning State. If EPA makes such a finding of
significant contribution, EPA is authorized to establish Federal
emissions limits for the sources. The petitions rely on the analyses
from EPA's NOx SIP call. The sources targeted by the petitions are
large electricity generating units and large non-electricity generating
units, as defined in EPA's NOx SIP call. The EPA took rulemaking action
on similar petitions from 8 other Northeastern States that were
submitted in 1997.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4383
Agency Contact: Carla Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C539-02, RTP, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3347
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: oldham.carla@epa.gov
David Cole, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-15,
C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
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Phone: 919 541-5565
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: cole.david@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI99
_______________________________________________________________________
3323. RESCINDING FINDING THAT PREEXISTING PM10 STANDARDS ARE NO LONGER
APPLICABLE IN NORTHERN ADA COUNTY/BOISE, IDAHO
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50.6(d); 40 CFR 52.676; 40 CFR 81.313
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The EPA had previously taken action to revoke the PM-10
national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for the Boise/Ada County
area in anticipation that a revised PM-10 NAAQS would soon be in place.
However, the DC Circuit court subsequently vacated the revised PM-10
NAAQS, the effectiveness of which served as the underlying basis for
EPA's decision to revoke the pre-existing PM-10 NAAQS. Therefore, in
order to protect public health in the Boise/Ada County area, EPA is
proposing to reinstate the pre-existing PM-10 NAAQS. Without this
action there would be no Federal PM-10 NAAQS applicable to this area.
This action is tentatively subject to the terms of a settlement
agreement that was signed by all parties in January 2001. A Federal
Register notice of the proposed settlement requesting public comment
was published January 30, 2001 in accordance with section 113(g) of the
Act. Written comments on the proposed settlement agreement must be
received by EPA (Mike Prosper) by March 1, 2001. Unless EPA or DOJ
determines, following the comment period, that consent is
inappropriate, the settlement agreement will then be executed by the
parties. This action will then be fully subject to the terms of the
settlement agreement. No negative comments received. EPA/DOJ signed the
settlement agreement, and the State is in the process of carrying out
its obligations under the settlement agreement. The next milestone
under the agreement is for the State to submit a maintenance plan to
EPA for the area in September.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/26/00 65 FR 39321
Notice Extension of Comment
Period 07/26/00 65 FR 45953
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4391
Agency Contact: Gary Blais, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-15, C539-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3223
Fax: 919 541-5489
Email: blais.gary@epa.gov
Geoffrey Wilcox, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
2344A, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5601
Email: wilcox.geoffrey@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ05
_______________________________________________________________________
3324. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: PROCESS FOR EXEMPTING CRITICAL
AND EMERGENCY USES OF METHYL BROMIDE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7671c; PL 764
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: With this action, EPA will revise the accelerated phaseout
regulations that govern the production, import, export, transformation
and destruction of substances that deplete the ozone layer. The
amendments will incorporate exemptions permitted under the Montreal
Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer and recent changes
to the Clean Air Act. Specifically, the amendments will create a
process to exempt production and consumption of quantities of methyl
bromide for critical and emergency uses from the 2005 phaseout of
methyl bromide. Because this is an exemption, the rule will confer a
benefit on affected entities.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4535
Agency Contact: Hodayah Finman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-2651
Fax: 202 565-2156
Email: finman.hodayah@epa.gov
Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: land.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ63
_______________________________________________________________________
3325. CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM MOTOR VEHICLES AND ENGINES:
ALTERNATIVE LOW-SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL TRANSITION PROGRAM FOR ALASKA
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a); 42 USC 7625-
1
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 69 and 80 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will carry out a flexibility provision for Alaska
that was included in EPA's heavy-duty diesel rule, which was
promulgated on January 18, 2001. That rule established more stringent
national emission standards for heavy-duty highway vehicles and engines
for the 2007 model year, and a technology-enabling sulfur limit of 15
ppm for highway diesel fuel beginning in 2006. In that rule, EPA
recognized Alaska's unique geographical, meteorological, air quality,
and economic factors and provided Alaska an opportunity to develop its
own plan to transition to low-sulfur highway diesel fuel, as an
alternative to the national transition program. Our goal in offering
this flexibility is to transition Alaska into the low-sulfur fuel
program in a manner that minimizes costs, while ensuring that the new
vehicles and engines receive the low-sulfur fuel they need. As stated
in the Federal Register notice for the diesel rule, if Alaska submits
an alternative plan by April 1, 2002, and if EPA determines that it
provides a reasonable alternative, EPA
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intends to initiate rulemaking and, within one year from the date of
Alaska's submittal, promulgate a final rule to incorporate the
alternative plan. A stakeholder process to develop options is already
underway in Alaska, and the State informed EPA that it intends to
submit an alternative transition plan in late 2001 or early 2002. This
action will be in response to that anticipated submittal.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4570
Sectors Affected: 336112 Light Truck and Utility Vehicle Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Richard Babst, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, EN-340-F, 6406-J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9473
Fax: 202 565-2085
Email: babst.richard@epa.gov
Mike Shields, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406-
J
Phone: 202 564-9035
Fax: 202 565-2085
Email: shields.mike@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ72
_______________________________________________________________________
3326. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR COKE OVEN BATTERIES -- RESIDUAL
RISK STANDARDS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, October 27, 2001, National Emission
Standards for Coke Ovens - Residual Risk Standards.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act (CAA) section 112(f), standard to protect
health and the environment is the statutory authority for this
rulemaking. In accordance with section 112(f)(2), EPA must promulgate
residual risk standards 8 years after promulgation of emission
standards. We promulgated emission standards for charging, topside
leaks, and door leaks at coke ovens on October 27, 1993. This rule will
further reduce coke oven emissions from charging, topside leaks, and
door leaks at the affected coke plants.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4620
Sectors Affected: 331111 Iron and Steel Mills
Agency Contact: Lula Melton, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2910
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: melton.lula@epa.gov
Dave Guinnup, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-
05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5368
Fax: 919 541-0840
Email: guinnup.dave@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ96
_______________________________________________________________________
3327. PROJECT XL SITE-SPECIFIC RULEMAKING FOR GEORGIA-PACIFIC
CORPORATION'S FACILITY IN BIG ISLAND, VIRGINIA
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Under the Project XL program, the EPA is supporting a project
for the Georgia-Pacific Corporation facility located in Big Island,
Virginia. The EPA is promulgating this rule, applicable only to the
Georgia-Pacific Big Island facility, to help implement the project.
Under the XL project, Georgia-Pacific will install and operate the
first commercial scale black liquor gasification system in the United
States. This system will provide superior air emissions reductions and
energy benefits compared to use of conventional recovery technology for
black liquor in the pulp and paper industry. However, since this will
be the first commercial scale demonstration of this technology, there
is some risk that the technology will take longer than planned to work
properly or may not ever work properly. If either of these scenarios
happens, Georgia-Pacific requires relief from otherwise applicable air
emission standards to allow time for the new technology to achieve
expected performance or, in the event of failure, to allow time for
Georgia-Pacific to build conventional recovery technology that will
meet applicable standards. Without this relief, Georgia-Pacific would
not undertake commercialization of this promising technology.
Therefore, this rule provides relief (in the form of limited duration
compliance extensions)from otherwise applicable hazardous air pollutant
emission standards, as needed during the conduct of the XL project.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4471
Sectors Affected: 32211 Pulp Mills; 32211 Pulp Mills
Agency Contact: David Beck, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
the Administrator, E14302, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5421
Email: beck.david@epa.gov
RIN: 2090-AA26
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_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Completed Actions
Clean Air Act (CAA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3328. [bull] NONCONFORMANCE PENALTIES FOR 2004 AND LATER MODEL YEAR
HEAVY-DUTY DIESEL ENGINES AND VEHICLES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7524
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Clean Air Act requires EPA to issue a certificate of
conformity for heavy-duty engines or heavy-duty vehicles which exceed
an applicable emission standard but do not exceed an upper limit
associated with that standard if the manufacturer pays a nonconformance
penalty established by a rulemaking.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/16/02 67 FR 2159
Final Action 08/08/02 67 FR 51464
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4730
Agency Contact: Rob French, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 734 214-4380
RIN: 2060-AK58
_______________________________________________________________________
3329. NESHAP: PETROLEUM REFINERIES; CATALYTIC CRACKING UNITS, CATALYTIC
REFORMING UNITS AND SULFUR RECOVERY UNITS
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 04/11/02 67 FR 17762
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Robert Lucas
Phone: 919 541-0884
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: lucas.bob@epa.gov
K. C. Hustvedt
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AF28
_______________________________________________________________________
3330. CONSOLIDATED EMISSIONS REPORTING RULE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.321 to 51.323
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 06/10/02 67 FR 39602
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: William B. Kuykendal
Phone: 919 541-5372
Fax: 919 541-0684
Email: kuykendal.bill@epa.gov
Phil Lorang
Phone: 919 541-5463
Fax: 919 541-0684
Email: lorang.phil@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH25
_______________________________________________________________________
3331. NESHAP: WET-FORMED FIBERGLASS MAT PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 04/11/02 67 FR 17824
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Juan Santiago
Phone: 919 541-1084
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: santiago.juan@epa.gov
James U. Crowder
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH89
_______________________________________________________________________
3332. REVISION OF EPA'S RADIOLOGICAL EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
CFR Citation: None
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Plan - Date reflects
Administrator's Signature. 01/10/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Craig Conklin
Phone: 202 564-9222
Email: conklin.craig@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI49
_______________________________________________________________________
3333. NESHAP: PRIMARY COPPER SMELTING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 06/12/02 67 FR 40477
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Eugene Crumpler
Phone: 919 541-0881
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: crumpler.gene@epa.gov
Al Verveart
Phone: 919 541-5602
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: vervaert.al@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AE46
_______________________________________________________________________
3334. AMENDMENTS TO GENERAL PROVISIONS SUBPARTS A AND B FOR 40 CFR 63
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.1-15; 40 CFR 63.50-56
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 04/05/02 67 FR 16582
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Rick Colyer
Phone: 919 541-5262
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: colyer.rick@epa.gov
James U. Crowder
Phone: 919 541-5596
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: crowder.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AF31
_______________________________________________________________________
3335. NESHAP: RUBBER TIRE MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
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Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 07/09/02 67 FR 45587
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Tony Wayne
Phone: 919 541-5439
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wayne.tony@epa.gov
Susan Wyatt
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wyatt.susan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG29
_______________________________________________________________________
3336. NESHAP: LARGE APPLIANCE (SURFACE COATING)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 07/23/02 67 FR 48254
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lynn Dail
Phone: 919 541-9999
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: dail.lynn@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG54
_______________________________________________________________________
3337. NESHAP: METAL COIL (SURFACE COATING) INDUSTRY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 06/10/02 67 FR 39794
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Rhea Jones
Phone: 919 541-2940
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: jones.rhea@epa.gov
Dianne Byrne
Phone: 919 541-5342
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: byrne.dianne@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AG97
_______________________________________________________________________
3338. NESHAP: LEATHER FINISHING OPERATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 02/27/02 67 FR 9156
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: William Schrock
Phone: 919 541-5032
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: schrock.bill@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH17
_______________________________________________________________________
3339. REVISION TO NOX SIP CALL EMISSION BUDGETS FOR CONNECTICUT,
MASSACHUSETTS AND RHODE ISLAND
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 12/27/00 65 FR 81743
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Kathryn Petrillo
Phone: 202 564-9093
Fax: 202 565-2141
Email: petrillo.kathryn@epa.gov
Kevin Culligan
Phone: 202 564-9172
Email: culligan.kevin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AI80
_______________________________________________________________________
3340. NESHAP: CELLULOSE PRODUCTION MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 06/11/02 67 FR 40044
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: William Schrock
Phone: 919 541-5032
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: schrock.bill@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH11
_______________________________________________________________________
3341. NESHAP: GENERIC MACT FOR CARBON BLACK, ETHYLENE, CYANIDE AND
SPANDEX
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 07/12/02 67 FR 46258
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mark Morris
Phone: 919 541-5416
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: morris.mark@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH68
_______________________________________________________________________
3342. NESHAP: POLYVINYL CHLORIDE AND COPOLYMERS PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 07/10/02 67 FR 45885
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Agency Contact: Warren R. Johnson
Phone: 919 541-5124
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: johnson.warren@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
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Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH82
_______________________________________________________________________
3343. [bull] NOTICE AND RESPONSE TO COURT REMAND ON NOX SIP CALL AND
SECTION 126 PETITIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410(a)(2)(D); 42 USC 7410(k)(5)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 52(a)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Ozone and ozone precursors are transported across the
northeastern United States. The Ozone Transport Assessment Group (OTAG)
was formed in 1995 to document the amount and extent of this transport
and to develop control recommendations. The OTAG was a collaborative
process conducted by the affected States. Building on the work of OTAG,
in October of 1998, EPA promulgated the NOx SIP Call (SAN 3945, 63 FR
57355, 10/27/98), which is intended to reduce the ozone and ozone
precursors blowing into nonattainment areas by requiring the upwind
States to reduce NOx emissions. EPA also promulgated a backup plan (SAN
4095, Findings of Significant Contribution and Rulemaking on Section
126 Petitions for Purposes of Reducing Interstate Ozone Transport, 64
FR 28250, 5/25/99) to assure that emissions are reduced in cases where
the States do not fulfill their obligations under the NOx SIP Call.
Subsequent court decisions raised questions about some of the data EPA
had used to develop both of these rulemakings, and directed EPA to
review the data in light of any new information that may have come to
light since the rules were promulgated. This notice presents the
results of EPA's review and the associated conclusions drawn from it.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/22/02 67 FR 8395
Notice 05/01/02 67 FR 21868
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4679
Agency Contact: Kevin Culligan, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6204n, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9172
Email: culligan.kevin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK33
_______________________________________________________________________
3344. REVISIONS TO THE DEFINITIONS AND THE CONTINUOUS EMISSION
MONITORING PROVISIONS OF THE ACID RAIN PROGRAM AND THE NOX BUDGET
TRADING PROGRAM
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 75 (Revision); 40 CFR 97 (Revision)
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 06/12/02 67 FR 40394
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Gabrielle Stevens
Phone: 202 564-2681
Email: stevens.gabrielle@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ43
_______________________________________________________________________
3345. TRANSPORTATION CONFORMITY RULE AMENDMENTS: MINOR REVISION AND
ADDITION OF GRACE PERIOD FOR NEWLY DESIGNATED NONATTAINMENT AREAS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 93
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 08/06/02 67 FR 50808
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Agency Contact: Angela Spickard
Phone: 734 214-4240
Fax: 734 214-4906
Email: spickard,angela@epa.gov
Meg Patulski
Phone: 734 214-4842
Fax: 734 214-4052
Email: patulski.meg@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ70
_______________________________________________________________________
3346. CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW MOTOR VEHICLES; SECOND AMENDMENT
TO THE TIER 2/GASOLINE SULFUR REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80; 40 CFR 86
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 06/12/02 67 FR 40169
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mary Manners
Phone: 734 214-4873
Fax: 734 214-4816
Email: manners.mary@epa.gov
Robin Moran
Phone: 734 214-4781
Fax: 734 214-4816
Email: moran.robin@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ71
_______________________________________________________________________
3347. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: AVAILABILITY OF ALLOWANCES TO
PRODUCE METHYL BROMIDE FOR DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.1 to 82.13
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/29/02 67 FR 21135
Direct Final Rule 04/29/02 67 FR 21130
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Tom Land
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2155
Email: land.tom@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ74
_______________________________________________________________________
3348. AMENDMENTS TO NESHAP FOR SOLVENT EXTRACTION FOR VEGETABLE OIL
PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.2852; 40 CFR 63.2861(d); 40 CFR 63.2870``
(Table 1 entry for 63.6(e)
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 04/05/02 67 FR 16317
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Rick Colyer
Phone: 919 541-5262
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: colyer.rick@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ93
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_______________________________________________________________________
3349. NESHAP: GENERIC MACT AMENDMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule - Amendment
for Process Vents 06/07/02 67 FR 34301
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: David Markwordt
Phone: 919 541-0837
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: markwordt.david@epa.gov
Susan Wyatt
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: wyatt.susan@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ95
_______________________________________________________________________
3350. NESHAP: PESTICIDE ACTIVE INGREDIENT PRODUCTION -- AMENDMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/21/01 66 FR 58396
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Randy McDonald
Phone: 919 541-5402
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: mcdonald.randy@epa.gov
Penny Lassiter
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: lassiter.penny@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK00
_______________________________________________________________________
3351. REVISION TO REGULATIONS IMPLEMENTING THE FEDERAL PERMITS PROGRAM
IN AREAS FOR WHICH THE INDIAN COUNTRY STATUS IS IN QUESTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 71.4(b); 40 CFR 71.9(p)
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 06/03/02 67 FR 38328
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Candace Carraway
Phone: 919 541-3189
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: carraway.candace@epa.gov
Steve Hitte
Phone: 919 541-0886
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: hitte.steve@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AK06
_______________________________________________________________________
3352. DIRECT FINAL RULEMAKING FOR MODIFICATIONS TO REFORMULATED GASOLINE
(RFG) ``COVERED AREA'' PROVISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.70 (Revision)
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 06/04/02 67 FR 38398
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: John Brophy
Phone: 202 564-9068
Fax: 202 565-2085
Email: brophy.john@epa.gov
Carol Weisner
Phone: 202 564-8985
RIN: 2060-AK07
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Prerule Stage
Atomic Energy Act (AEA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3353. ENVIRONMENTAL RADIATION PROTECTION STANDARDS FOR THE DISPOSAL OF
LOW-ACTIVITY MIXED RADIOACTIVE WASTE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 2021 Atomic Energy Act of 1954; Reorganization
Plan No. 3 of 1970; Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 193
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This voluntary action will allow low-activity mixed
radioactive wastes to be disposed in facilities that meet the design
requirements for RCRA-C disposal cells. The wastes intended to be
disposed of in these cells are mixed wastes, consisting of a chemically
hazardous component and low levels of radioactivity. These wastes are
anticipated to arise in the commercial sector from various sources. The
rule is intended to increase disposal options for these wastes and
offer a streamlined regulatory process which melds hazardous chemical
protection and radioactivity protection requirements while protecting
public health and safety. The rule does not mandate a disposal method,
but rather permits an alternative to existing disposal methods. The
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission is anticipated to be the
implementing Agency for the application of this rule.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 12/00/02
Proposed Action 12/00/03
Final Action 12/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4054
Agency Contact: Dan Schultheisz, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6608J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9300
Fax: 202 565-2062
Email: schultheisz.daniel@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AH63
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage
Atomic Energy Act (AEA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3354. REVISION OF THE 40 CFR PART 194 WASTE ISOLATION PILOT PLANT
COMPLIANCE CRITERIA
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 106 Stat. 4777 as amended by the 1996 LWA Amendments;
PL 102-579; PL 104-201; Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Land Withdrawal Act
of 1992
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 194.8(b)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing several revisions to the compliance criteria
in 40 CFR part 194: (1) addition of a process for making minor changes
to the provisions of the Compliance Criteria (194.6); (2) changes to
the approval process for waste characterization programs at the
Department of Energy transuranic (TRU) waste sites (194.8(b)); (3)
changes to allow for submission of compliance applications and
reference materials in alternative format (e.g., compact disk) (194.12
& 194.13); and (4) replacement of the term ``process knowledge'' with
``acceptable knowledge''. The second item is the most significant
change. Section 194.8(b) requires EPA to inspect TRU waste sites on a
waste stream basis, and to initiate a notice-and-comment process for
each inspection. If a site receives our approval to ship a single waste
stream or group of waste streams, that site cannot ship a different
waste stream until we perform an additional 194.8(b) inspection. Based
on actual site inspection experience, we have learned that for
regulatory purposes emphasis is better placed on the processes used to
characterize the wastes streams rather than on the particular waste
streams themselves. Also, we had witnessed DOE's capacity to properly
characterize numerous waste streams at different waste generator sites.
On this basis, we are proposing to alter the waste characterization
approval process so that only one approval would be issued per site.
EPA will assign reporting requirements for waste characterization
activities and specify any limitations that would necessitate
additional inspections. The purpose of the proposed revisions to
194.8(b) is to achieve process and resources efficiencies while
maintaining our confidence in DOE's technical capability to
characterize wastes destined for the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/09/02 67 FR 51930
Final Action 05/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4403
Agency Contact: Agnes Ortiz, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6608J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9466
Fax: 202 565-2062
Email: ortiz.agnes@epa.gov
RIN: 2060-AJ07
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Prerule Stage
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3355. [bull] ENDOCRINE DISRUPTOR SCREENING PROGRAM; PRIORITY SETTING
CRITERIA
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 116 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2070-AD59
_______________________________________________________________________
3356. ACCEPTABILITY OF RESEARCH USING HUMAN SUBJECTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136a; 21 USC 346a
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 26 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is evaluating how its current policy with respect to the
protection of human research subjects should be applied to testing not
conducted or supported by the Agency. Current EPA regulations apply to
research conducted or supported by the Agency or ``otherwise subject to
regulation.'' No action has been taken to give effect to the
``otherwise subject to regulation'' phrase. In addition, EPA has asked
the advice of the National Academy of Sciences on several issues
surrounding the acceptability and interpretation of third party studies
involving deliberate dosing of human subjects for the purpose of
defining or quantifying toxic endpoints. EPA will seek public comment
on issues related to Agency use of human research data in its
regulatory decisionmaking. EPA believes the process being initiated
will serve two important Agency goals: ensuring the availability of
sound and appropriate scientific data in its decisions, and protection
of the interests, rights and safety of human research subjects. EPA may
issue one or more documents, which may include policy statements,
rulemaking or requests for public comment.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 04/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4610
Sectors Affected: 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Bill Jordan, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, H-7501C, 7501C,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-1049
Email: jordan.william@epa.gov
John Carley, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7501C
Phone: 703 305-7019
Email: carley.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD57
_______________________________________________________________________
3357. PESTICIDES; EMERGENCY EXEMPTION PROCESS REVISIONS
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 115 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2070-AD36
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3358. PESTICIDES; DATA REQUIREMENTS FOR CONVENTIONAL CHEMICALS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136(a) to 136(y)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 158
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA will update the data requirements specifically necessary
for the Agency to evaluate the registrability of conventional pesticide
products. The revisions will clarify all data requirements to reflect
current practice. Procedural and explanatory sections of the current
regulations will be amended to make them consistent with the revised
data requirements and new use indexing. EPA intends to accomplish this
revision through a series of proposals, covering different data
disciplines and product types. This proposal will covers the data
requirements for environmental fate, ecological effects, product
chemistry, residue chemistry, and human health and exposure data
requirements for conventional pesticides.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM - Product Chemistry and
Human Health Portions 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 2687
Sectors Affected: 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Melissa Chun, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 703 305-4027
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: chun.melissa@epa.gov
Jean Frane, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-5944
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: frane.jean@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC12
_______________________________________________________________________
3359. PESTICIDES; DATA REQUIREMENTS FOR ANTIMICROBIALS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136a; 7 USC 136c; 7 USC 136w
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 158
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA will update and revise its pesticide data requirements
for antimicrobial products. The data requirements specify the data that
are required for EPA to evaluate the registrability of a pesticide
product. The revisions will clarify all antimicrobial data requirements
to reflect current practice.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4173
Sectors Affected: 32519 Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing;
32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing; 32551
Paint and Coating Manufacturing; 32561 Soap and Cleaning Compound
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Paul Parsons, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C
Phone: 703 308-9073
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: parsons.paul@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD30
_______________________________________________________________________
3360. PESTICIDES; DATA REQUIREMENTS FOR BIOCHEMICAL AND MICROBIAL
PRODUCTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 158
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA will update the data requirements necessary to register a
biochemical or microbial pesticide product. The revisions will codify
data requirements to reflect current regulatory and scientific
standards. The data requirements will cover all scientific disciplines
for biochemical and microbial pesticides, including product chemistry
and residue chemistry, toxicology and environmental fate and effects.
The revision will not include plant incorporated protectants.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4596
Sectors Affected: 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Candace Brassard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-0000
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: brassard.candace@epa.gov
Jean M. Frane, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C
Phone: 703 305-5944
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: frane.jean@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD51
_______________________________________________________________________
3361. [bull] ENDOCRINE DISRUPTER SCREENING PROGRAM; IMPLEMENTING THE
SCREENING AND TESTING PHASE
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 128 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2070-AD61
_______________________________________________________________________
3362. PESTICIDES; PROCEDURES FOR THE REGISTRATION REVIEW PROGRAM
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136a (g); 7 USC 136w
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Agency will establish procedures to implement section
3(g) of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
which provides for periodic review of
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pesticide registrations. The goal of these regulations is to review a
pesticide's registration every 15 years.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM - Pesticides-Procedural
Regulations for Registration
Review 04/26/00 65 FR 24586
NPRM 04/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4170
Sectors Affected: 32519 Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing;
32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing; 32551
Paint and Coating Manufacturing; 32561 Soap and Cleaning Compound
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Vivian Prunier, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C
Phone: 703 308-9341
Fax: 703 308-5884
Email: prunier.vivian@epa.gov
Jean Frane, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-5944
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: frane.jean@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD29
_______________________________________________________________________
3363. PESTICIDES; EXEMPTION OF MEDICAL DEVICES TREATED WITH
ANTIMICROBIAL PESTICIDES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136w
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 152.20
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will exempt from pesticide regulation medical
devices treated with antimicrobial pesticides. EPA has determined that
these treated medical devices are adequately regulated by the Food and
Drug Administration. This action would eliminate dual regulation of
these products by EPA and FDA. EPA would continue to regulate the
antimicrobial pesticide used to treat the medical device.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4609
Sectors Affected: 32619 Other Plastics Product Manufacturing; 31499 All
Other Textile Product Mills
Agency Contact: Melba Morrow, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7510C, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 703 308-2716
Fax: 703 308-8481
Email: morrow.melba@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD54
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3364. PESTICIDES; TOLERANCE PROCESSING FEES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 346(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 180
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In 1996, the Food Quality Protection Act amended the Federal
Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require EPA to charge tolerance fees
that, in the aggregate, will cover all costs associated with processing
tolerance actions, including filing a tolerance petition, and
establishing, modifying, leaving in effect, or revoking a tolerance or
tolerance exemption. Since 1983 (the last time a cost analysis was
conducted), factors such as expanded data requirements, changes in risk
assessment methods, improvements in data base management and tracking
systems, and the increasing complexity of scientific review of
petitions have resulted in costs substantially exceeding the fees
currently charged. This rule will adjust the fee structure and fee
amounts for tolerance actions.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM Pesticides-Tolerance
Processing Fees 06/09/99 64 FR 31039
Supplemental NPRM Processing
Fees for Inert Ingredients 07/24/00 65 FR 45569
Supplemental NPRM Reopening of
Comment Period 08/31/00 65 FR 52979
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4027
Sectors Affected: 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Jean M. Frane, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C
Phone: 703 305-5944
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: frane.jean@epa.gov
Bruce Sidwell, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-7761
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: sidwell.bruce@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD23
_______________________________________________________________________
3365. PLANT INCORPORATED PROTECTANTS (PIPS); EXEMPTION FOR THOSE BASED
ON VIRAL COAT PROTEINS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 346(a) et seq; 7 USC 136 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 174
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is considering the addition of plant-incorporated
protectants based on viral coat proteins to its plant-incorporated
protectants exemptions at 40 CFR 174. Substances which plants produce
for protection against pests, and the genetic material necessary to
produce them, are
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pesticides under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act
(FIFRA), if humans intend these substances to ``prevent, repel or
mitigate any pest''. These substances are also ``chemical pesticide
residues'' under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). EPA
has determined that it will no longer issue split registrations for
biotechnology products. Therefore, EPA is concurrently considering the
exemption of plant-incorporated protectants based on viral coat
proteins from the requirement of a tolerance under section 408 of the
FFDCA. Due to public interest and new scientific information,
additional public comment on this proposal, originally published in
1994, was requested in a recent Supplemental Proposal (66 FR 37855).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/23/94 59 FR 60496
Supplemental NPRM 07/22/96 61 FR 37891
Supplemental NPRM 05/16/97 62 FR 27132
Supplemental NPRM Request for
Comment on Alternate Name 04/23/99 64 FR 19958
Supplemental NPRM Seeks
Additional Comment based on NAS
Report 07/19/01 66 FR 37855
FFDCA Final Action 06/00/03
FIFRA Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4602
Sectors Affected: 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing; 111 Crop Production; 54171 Research and Development in
the Physical Sciences and Engineering Sciences
Agency Contact: Elizabeth Milewski, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7202M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8492
Fax: 202 564-8501
Email: milewski.elizabeth@epa.gov
Phil Hutton, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7511C, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8260
Fax: 703 308-7026
Email: hutton.phil@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD49
_______________________________________________________________________
3366. PESTICIDE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL; STANDARDS FOR PESTICIDE
CONTAINERS AND CONTAINMENT
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136(q) FIFRA sec 19; 7 USC 136(a) FIFRA sec 3; 7
USC 136(w) FIFRA sec 25
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 156; 40 CFR 165
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 24, 1991.
Abstract: FIFRA sec. 19 gives EPA authority to regulate the management
of pesticides and their containers, including storage, transportation
and disposal. As proposed, this rule would establish standards for
removal of pesticides from containers and for rinsing containers;
facilitate the safe use, refill, reuse, and disposal of pesticide
containers by establishing standards for container design, labeling and
refilling; and establish requirements for containment of stationary
bulk containers and for containment of pesticide dispensing areas.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM (Container Design & Residue
Removal & Bulk Containment) 02/11/94 59 FR 6712
Supplemental NPRM Extension of
Comment Period 12/21/99 64 FR 71368
Supplemental NPRM Extension of
Comment Period 02/24/00 65 FR 9234
Final Action 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 2659
Sectors Affected: 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing; 11511 Support Activities for Crop Production; 42291 Farm
Supplies Wholesalers
Agency Contact: Nancy Fitz, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C
Phone: 703 305-7385
Fax: 703 308-3259
Email: fitz.nancy@epa.gov
Jude Andreasen, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C
Phone: 703 308-9342
Fax: 703 308-3259
Email: andreasen.jude@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AB95
_______________________________________________________________________
3367. PESTICIDES; WORKER PROTECTION STANDARD (WPS); GLOVE AMENDMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136(w)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 170
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would create greater flexibility in requirements of
the 1992 Worker Protection Standard related to the use of gloves by
workers and applicators.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM Glove Requirement 09/09/97 62 FR 47544
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3731
Sectors Affected: 111 Crop Production; 1114 Greenhouse, Nursery and
Floriculture Production; 1131 Timber Tract Operations; 115 Support
Activities for Agriculture and Forestry
Agency Contact: Nancy Vogel, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C
Phone: 703 305-6475
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: vogel.nancy@epa.gov
Jean M. Frane, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C
Phone: 703 305-5944
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: frane.jean@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC93
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3368. PESTICIDES; REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR ANTIMICROBIAL PESTICIDE
PRODUCTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136(a)(h); 7 USC 136(w)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 152
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 15, 2000, The final rule is
due 240 days after close of comment period.
Abstract: This regulation will specify antimicrobial registration
reforms that will reduce to the extent possible the review time for
antimicrobial pesticides. The regulation will clarify criteria for
completeness of applications, and will specify or refer to a definition
of the various classes of antimicrobial pesticide use patterns and the
associated data and labeling requirements that would be consistent with
the degree and type of risk presented by each class. In addition, the
regulation will also include labeling standards for public health
antimicrobial products.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM Reg. Require. for Anti
Pest. Products/Other Pest Reg
Changes 09/17/99 64 FR 50671
Notice Extends Comment Period to
January 18, 2000 11/16/99 64 FR 62145
Final Action - Labeling and
Other Regulatory Portions 12/14/01 66 FR 64759
Final Action - Antimicrobial
Procedural Portion Only 04/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3892
Sectors Affected: 32519 Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing;
32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing; 32551
Paint and Coating Manufacturing; 32561 Soap and Cleaning Compound
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Jean M. Frane, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C
Phone: 703 305-5944
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: frane.jean@epa.gov
Cleo Pizana, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7510C, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-6431
Email: pizana.cleo@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD14
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3369. PESTICIDE TOLERANCE REASSESSMENT PROGRAM
Priority: Routine and Frequent
Legal Authority: 21 USC 346(a) to 346(q)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 180
Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, August 3, 2006, See additional
information.
Abstract: EPA will reassess pesticide tolerances and exemptions for raw
and processed foods established prior to August 3, 1996, to determine
whether they meet the reasonable certainty of no harm standard of the
Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). FFDCA sec. 408(q), as
amended by the Food Quality Protection Act (FQPA). FQPA requires that
EPA conduct this reassessment on a phased 10-year schedule. Based on
its reassessment, EPA will take a series of regulatory actions to
modify or revoke tolerances. Since such actions are issued on a
chemical-by-chemical basis, this regulatory plan entry does not list
the individual actions that are likely to occur under this program. For
status information about the individual chemicals, go to http://
www.epa.gov/pesticides.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4175
LEGAL DEADLINE CONT: EPA is required to complete reassessments on a
phased schedule of: 33 percent by August 3, 1999; 66 percent by August
3, 2002; and 100 percent by August 3, 2006. The Agency will continue to
assess pesticide tolerances throughout each year. EPA has satisfied the
1999 and 2002 deadlines.
Sectors Affected: 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Robert McNally, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7508C, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 703 308-8085
Fax: 703 308-8041
Email: mcnally.robert@epa.gov
Joseph Nevola, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7508C, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8037
Email: nevola.joseph@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD24
_______________________________________________________________________
3370. PLANT-INCORPORATED PROTECTANTS (FORMERLY PLANT PESTICIDES)
RULEMAKINGS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 21 USC 346(a) et seq; 7 USC 136 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 152.20; 40 CFR 174
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Substances that plants produce to protect themselves against
pests are pesticides under FIFRA if humans intend to use them to
destroy, prevent, repel or mitigate any pest. The Agency designates
these substances, along with the genetic material necessary to produce
them, plant-pesticides. This rulemaking will change the name of these
pesticides to plant-incorporated protectants and will clarify the
relationship between plants and plant-incorporated protectants and
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exempt conventional breeding and establishes a new part in title 40 of
the CFR, part 174, which consolidates regulations specific for plant-
pesticides in one part of the CFR. The proposed consolidation is
expected to benefit the public by providing greater focus, enhanced
clarity and ease of use. These actions may reduce burden on both the
regulated community and EPA.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/23/94 59 FR 60496
Supplemental NPRM 07/22/96 61 FR 37891
Supplemental NPRM 05/16/97 62 FR 27132
Supplemental NPRM Request for
Comment on Alternate Name 04/23/99 64 FR 19958
Final Action Plant-Incorporated
Protectants (PIPs) Under FIFRA 07/19/01 66 FR 37771
Supplemental NPRM Seeks
Additional Comment on Other
Exemptions 07/19/01 66 FR 37855
Next Action Undetermined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 2684
The Agency has created a new Agenda entry for the action that is still
pending.
Sectors Affected: 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing; 111 Crop Production; 54171 Research and Development in
the Physical Sciences and Engineering Sciences
Agency Contact: Janet Andersen, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7511C
Phone: 703 308-8712
Fax: 703 308-7026
Email: andersen.janet@epa.gov
Elizabeth Milewski, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7202M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8492
Fax: 202 564-8501
Email: milewski.elizabeth@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC02
_______________________________________________________________________
3371. PESTICIDE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 165
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action develops procedures for mandatory and voluntary
recall actions under section 19(b) of FIFRA and would establish
criteria for acceptable storage and disposal plans which registrants
may submit to this Agency to become eligible for reimbursement of
storage costs. This action establishes procedures for indemnification
of owners of suspended and canceled pesticides for disposal.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/05/93 58 FR 26856
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3432
Agency Contact: David Stangel, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 2225A, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4162
Email: stangel.david@epa.gov
RIN: 2020-AA33
_______________________________________________________________________
3372. PLANT-INCORPORATED PROTECTANTS (PIPS); EXEMPTION FOR THOSE DERIVED
THROUGH GENETIC ENGINEERING FROM SEXUALLY COMPATIBLE PLANTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136 et seq; 21 USC 346a et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 174
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is considering the addition of plant-incorporated
protectants derived through genetic engineering from sexually
compatible plants to its plant-incorporated protectants exemptions at
40 CFR 174. Substances which plants produce for protection against
pests, and the genetic material necessary to produce them, are
pesticides under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act
(FIFRA), if humans intend these substances to ``prevent, repel or
mitigate any pest''. These substances are also ``chemical pesticide
residues'' under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). EPA
has determined that it will no longer issue split registrations for
biotechnology products. Therefore, EPA is concurrently considering the
exemption of plant-incorporated protectants derived through genetic
engineering from sexually compatible plants from the requirement of a
tolerance under section 408 of the FFDCA. Due to public interest and
new scientific information, additional public comment on this proposal,
originally published in 1994, was requested in a recent supplemental
proposal (66 FR 37855).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/23/94 59 FR 60496
Supplemental NPRM 07/22/96 61 FR 37891
Supplemental NPRM 05/16/97 62 FR 27132
Supplemental NPRM Request for
Comment on Alternate Name 04/23/99 64 FR 19958
Supplemental NPRM Extension of
Comment Period 08/20/01 66 FR 43552
Final Action 09/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4611
Sectors Affected: 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing; 111 Crop Production; 54171 Research and Development in
the Physical Sciences and Engineering Sciences
Agency Contact: Elizabeth Milewski, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7202M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8492
Fax: 202 564-8501
Email: milewski.elizabeth@epa.gov
Janet Andersen, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7511C
Phone: 703 308-8712
Fax: 703 308-7026
Email: andersen.janet@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD55
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3373. PLANT INCORPORATED PROTECTANTS (PIPS); EXEMPTION FOR PIPS THAT ACT
BY PRIMARILY AFFECTING THE PLANT
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136 et seq; 21 USC 346a et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 174
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is considering the addition of plant-incorporated
protectants that act by primarily affecting the plant to its plant-
incorporated protectants exemptions at 40 CFR 174. Substances which
plants produce for protection against pests, and the genetic material
necessary to produce them, are pesticides under the Federal
Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), if humans intend
these substances to ``prevent, repel or mitigate any pest''. These
substances are also ``chemical pesticide residues'' under the Federal
Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA). EPA has determined that it will
no longer issue split registrations for biotechnology products.
Therefore, EPA is concurrently considering the exemption of plant-
incorporated protectants that act by primarily affecting the plant from
the requirement of a tolerance under section 408 of the FFDCA. Due to
public interest and new scientific information, additional public
comment on this proposal, originally published in 1994, was requested
in a recent Supplemental Proposal (66 FR 37855).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM FIFRA Exemption 11/23/94 59 FR 60496
Supplemental NPRM 07/22/96 61 FR 37891
Supplemental NPRM 05/16/97 62 FR 27132
Supplemental NPRM 04/23/99 64 FR 19958
Supplemental NPRM 07/19/01 66 FR 37855
FFDCA NPRM FFDCA Tolerance
Exemption To Be Determined
FFDCA Final Action FFDCA
Tolerance Exemption To Be Determined
FIFRA Final Action FIFRA
Exemption To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4612
Sectors Affected: 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing; 111 Crop Production; 54171 Research and Development in
the Physical Sciences and Engineering Sciences
Agency Contact: Elizabeth Milewski, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7202M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8492
Fax: 202 564-8501
Email: milewski.elizabeth@epa.gov
Janet Andersen, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7511C
Phone: 703 308-8712
Fax: 703 308-7026
Email: andersen.janet@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD56
_______________________________________________________________________
3374. GROUNDWATER AND PESTICIDE MANAGEMENT PLAN RULE
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Legal Authority: 7 USC 136(a) FIFRA sec 3; 7 USC 136(w)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 152.170
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulation as proposed would establish pesticide
management plans (PMPs) as a new regulatory requirement for certain
pesticides. Unless a State or tribal authority had an EPA-approved plan
specifying risk-reduction measures, use of the chemical would be
prohibited. The rule would also specify procedures and deadlines for
development, approval and modification of plans by States and tribal
authorities. Several parameters of the program described in the
proposed rule are being reconsidered to determine whether the program
can address water quality issues rather than groundwater only, and to
determine the best partnership approach to implementation.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/26/96 61 FR 33259
Notice of Availability Regarding
Metolachlor 02/23/00 65 FR 8925
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3222
Sectors Affected: 9241 Administration of Environmental Quality Programs
Agency Contact: Arthur-Jean B. Williams, Environmental Protection
Agency, Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-5239
Fax: 703 308-3259
Email: williams.arty@epa.gov
Jean Frane, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7506C, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-5944
Fax: 703 305-5884
Email: frane.jean@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC46
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_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Prerule Stage
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3375. TESTING AGREEMENT FOR CERTAIN OXYGENATED FUEL ADDITIVES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603; 15 USC 2611; 15 USC 2625
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 790 to 799
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA's Office of Air and Radiation (OAR), in the
administration of section 211 of the Clean Air Act (CAA), has requested
that OPPT use its TSCA section 4 testing authority to obtain health
effects data on a number of Oxygenated Fuel Additives (OFA's). These
data are needed by EPA and others to increase understanding of the
toxicity of these substances individually and in comparison to each
other as well as to other OFA's such as methyl t-butyl ether (MTBE).
EPA will be soliciting interested parties to work on an Enforceable
Consent Agreement (ECA) under TSCA section 4, through which responsible
parties can agree to provide data to EPA. Although not currently a
rulemaking, EPA is including this in the Regulatory Agenda to inform
the public of this activity which will have a regulatory impact once an
ECA is finalized.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice To Solicit Interested
Parties 06/00/03
Notice - ECA 12/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4174
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Charles M. Auer, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4760
Fax: 202 564-4745
Email: auer.charles@epa.gov
George Semeniuk, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8174
Fax: 202 260-8168
Email: semeniuk.george@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD28
_______________________________________________________________________
3376. [bull] SUSTAINABLE FUTURES; VOLUNTARY PILOT PROJECT UNDER THE TSCA
NEW CHEMICAL PROGRAM
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 117 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2070-AD60
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3377. LEAD-BASED PAINT ACTIVITIES; TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION FOR
RENOVATION AND REMODELING
Priority: Other Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603 TSCA title IV; PL 102-550 sec 402(c)(3)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 745
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 28, 1996.
Abstract: Under section 402(c)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act
(TSCA) title IV, EPA conducted a study of the extent to which persons
engaged in renovation and remodeling activities in target housing are
exposed to lead in the conduct of such activities or disturb lead and
create a lead-based paint hazard. EPA must use the results of this
study and consult with interested parties to determine which categories
of renovation and remodeling activities require training and
certification. EPA must then revise the training and certification
regulations originally developed for individuals performing lead-based
paint abatement under section 402(c)(a) of TSCA Title IV to apply them
to the renovation and remodeling categories. If EPA determines that any
category does not require certification, EPA must publish an
explanation of the basis for that determination.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/00/03
Final Action 12/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3557
Sectors Affected: 23321 Single Family Housing Construction; 23322
Multifamily Housing Construction; 23521 Painting and Wall Covering
Contractors; 23551 Carpentry Contractors; 23599 All Other Special Trade
Contractors; 53111 Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings;
531311 Residential Property Managers; 54138 Testing Laboratories
Agency Contact: Mike Wilson, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 566-0521
Fax: 202 566-0471
Email: wilson.mike@epa.gov
Julie Simpson, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1980
Fax: 202 566-0471
Email: simpson.julie@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC83
_______________________________________________________________________
3378. POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS (PCBS); EXEMPTIONS FROM THE PROHIBITIONS
AGAINST MANUFACTURING, PROCESSING, AND DISTRIBUTION IN COMMERCE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2605 TSCA sec 6(e)(3)(B)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 761
Legal Deadline: None
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Abstract: Section 6(e)(3)(B) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
provides that the Administrator may grant, by rule, exemptions from the
prohibitions against manufacturing, processing and distribution in
commerce of PCBs upon finding that: (1) no unreasonable risk to health
or the environment will occur; and (2) good faith efforts have been
made by the petitioner to develop a substitute for PCB which does not
pose an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment. In
addition, the interim procedural rules were amended to require certain
petitioners to reapply for EPA approval to continue PCB activities
previously approved by EPA.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM (1) Group I 12/06/94 59 FR 62875
NPRM (2) Group II, Response to
DoD Petitions 11/00/02
Final Action (1) Group I 10/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 2150
Sectors Affected: 211 Oil and Gas Extraction; 2211 Electric Power
Generation, Transmission and Distribution; 31-33 Manufacturing; 5133
Telecommunications; 6113 Colleges, Universities and Professional
Schools; 622 Hospitals; 921 Executive, Legislative, Public Finance and
General Government
Agency Contact: Peter Gimlin, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 566-0515
Fax: 202 566-0473
Email: gimlin.peter@epa.gov
Tony baney, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0514
Fax: 202 566-0473
Email: baney.tony@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AB20
_______________________________________________________________________
3379. AMENDMENT TO THE PREMANUFACTURE NOTIFICATION EXEMPTIONS; REVISIONS
OF EXEMPTIONS FOR POLYMERS (40 CFR PART 723)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 723
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action will eliminate exemptions under the
Polymer Exemption Rule for certain chemicals containing or related to
perfluorooctyl sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctonoic acid (PFOA).
Based on data on PFOS and PFOA, EPA believes that these substances and
other structurally related substances may persist in the environment,
bioaccumulate, and be toxic. Certain polymers which contain PFOS, PFOA,
or structurally similar substances, or which could release such
substances as a degradation on incineration product would no longer
qualify for exemption from TSCA section 5 reporting.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 10/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4635
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing; 326 Plastics and Rubber
Products Manufacturing; 327 Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Mary Begley, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8976
Fax: 202 564-9490
Email: begley.mary@epa.gov
Jamesine Rogers, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405
Phone: 202 564-3453
Fax: 202 564-9490
Email: rogers.jamesine@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD58
_______________________________________________________________________
3380. TEST RULE; CERTAIN CHEMICALS ON THE ATSDR PRIORITY LIST OF
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603 TSCA 4; 42 USC 9604(i) CERCLA 104(i); 42
USC 9601 CERCLA; 15 USC 2611 TSCA 12; 42 USC 7401 112(b)(4) CAA; 42 USC
7412 (b)(4)&(b)(1) CAA; 42 USC 7403 (d) CAA
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 790
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing a test rule under section 4(a) of the Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA) requiring manufacturers and processors of
eight chemicals to fulfill data needs identified by the Agency for
Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), the National Toxicology
Program (NTP), and EPA pursuant to the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) section 104(i).
Under CERCLA, ATSDR is to establish a list of priority hazardous
substances found at superfund sites, develop toxicological profiles for
the hazardous substances, identify priority data needs, and establish a
research program obtaining the necessary data. This action is a
component of ATSDR's research program. Data from this action would
provide specific information about the substances for the public and
scientific community. The information would be used in conducting
comprehensive public health assessments of populations living near
hazardous waste sites. Scientific data improves the quality of risk
assessments used by EPA, other Federal agencies, and State and local
governments. The risk assessments affect standards, guidelines,
listing/delisting, and other decisions affecting public health and the
environment. In addition, this action would require manufacturers and
processors to develop data for these chemicals that will be used by EPA
under the Clean Air Act (CAA) to evaluate residual risks from hazardous
air pollutants (HAPs) on the list of HAPs in the CAA under section
112(f), 42 USC 7412(f) and sections 112(d and e). Data from this action
would also be used to support implementation of several provisions of
section 112 of the CAA including, determining risks remaining after the
application of technology based standards under
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section 112(d) of the CAA, estimating the risks associated with
accidental releases, and determining whether or not substances should
be removed (delisted) from section (b)(1) of the CAA list of HAPS.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 2563
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing; 32411 Petroleum
Refineries
Agency Contact: Robert Jones, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8161
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: jones.robert@epa.gov
Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-9150
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: kover.frank@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AB79
_______________________________________________________________________
3381. TEST RULE; DEVELOPMENTAL AND REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603; 15 USC 2607(a); 15 USC 2611; 15 USC 2625
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 799; 40 CFR 704
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing a test rule under section 4 of the Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA) that would require manufacturers, defined
by statute to include importers, and processors of seven (7) substances
to conduct testing for developmental and/or reproductive toxicity. EPA
is also proposing reporting rules for two of the seven substances.
These rules would require the reporting of production volumes so it
will be possible to determine when the testing program can be triggered
for the two substances without causing a significant impact on
revenues. This is a reproposal of a test rule announced March 4, 1991
(56 FR 9092).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/04/91 56 FR 9092
NPRM Reproposal 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4395
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing; 32411 Petroleum
Refineries
Agency Contact: Catherine Roman, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8172
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: roman.catherine@epa.gov
Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-9150
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: kover.frank@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD44
_______________________________________________________________________
3382. FOLLOW-UP RULES ON EXISTING CHEMICALS
Priority: Routine and Frequent
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604 TSCA 5; 15 USC 2607 TSCA 8
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 704; 40 CFR 707; 40 CFR 710; 40 CFR 721
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA has established a program to monitor the commercial
development of existing chemicals of concern and/or to gather
information to support planned or ongoing risk assessments on such
chemicals. As these chemicals are identified, EPA will initiate
rulemakings under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) sections 5
and/or 8 to require reporting of appropriate needed information by the
manufacturers, importers and/or processors of these chemicals.
Individual proposed or final rules will be published on at least the
chemicals listed below.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 2,4-Pentanedione SNUR 09/27/89 54 FR 39548
NPRM Chloranil 05/12/93 58 FR 27980
NPRM Benzidine-based Chemical
Substances 08/30/95 60 FR 45119
Final Action Benzidine-based
Chemical Substances 10/07/96 61 FR 52287
NPRM Heavy Metal-Based Pigments
in Aerosol Spray Paints SNUR 01/15/02 67 FR 1937
NPRM Methylcyclopentane SNUR 12/00/02
NPRM 2-Ethoxyethanol & 2-
Methoxyethanol & 2-
Methoxyethanol Acetate 12/00/02
NPRM 2 ,4-Pentanedione SNUR
(Reproposal) 05/00/03
NPRM p-Aminophenol &
Bromochloro-methane 8(a)
Chemical Specific Rule 06/00/03
NPRM Certain Chemical Substances
No Longer in Production SNUR 06/00/03
Final Action Heavy Metal-Based
Pigments in Aerosol Spray Paints
SNUR 06/00/03
NPRM o-Tolidine & o-Dianisidine-
based Dyes (Benzidine Congener
Dyes) 09/00/03
NPRM Proposed Amendment to
Benzidine-based Chemical
Substances SNUR 12/00/03
Final Action Amendment to
Benzidine-based Chemical
Substances SNUR 06/00/04
Final Action Final Chloranil
SNUR 12/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 1923
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
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Agency Contact: Barbara Leczynski, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8164
Fax: 202 564-4775
Email: leczynski.barbara@epa.gov
Diane Sheridan, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8176
Fax: 202 260-1096
Email: sheridan.diane@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________
3383. SIGNIFICANT NEW USE RULE; SELECTED FLAME RETARDANT CHEMICAL
SUBSTANCES FOR USE IN RESIDENTIAL UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604 TSCA 5
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 704; 40 CFR 721; 40 CFR 707; 40 CFR 710
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing a significant new use rule (SNUR) under
section 5 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) covering certain
flame retardant chemicals for use in residential upholstered furniture.
The SNUR would require companies wanting to import or manufacture these
chemicals for the significant new uses described in the proposed rule
to submit a significant new use notice (SNUN) to the Agency at least 90
days prior to beginning those activities.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4512
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing; 313 Textile Mills; 337121
Upholstered Household Furniture Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Carolyn Grandson, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8109
Fax: 202 564-4775
Email: grandson.carolyn@epa.gov
John Bowser, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8082
Fax: 202 564-4775
Email: bowser.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD48
_______________________________________________________________________
3384. TSCA POLICY STATEMENT ON OVERSIGHT OF TRANSGENIC ORGANISMS
(INCLUDING PLANTS)
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 720
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: As a follow-up to the final Biotechnology Rule under the
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) EPA intends to address TSCA
oversight of transgenic plants and other organisms. Recent information
indicates that transgenic plants and other organisms are being
developed for uses which appear to be subject to TSCA jurisdiction. For
example, plants are being genetically modified to produce industrial
grade, rather than food grade, oils. Many of these plant are subject to
oversight by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) of
the U.S. Department of Agriculture while being tested in the
environment. Following APHIS approval of a petition for non-regulated
status filed pursuant to APHIS' regulations implementing the Federal
Plant Pest Act at 7 CFR Part 340, however, these plants cease to be
subject to regulation by USDA. Additionally, transgenic animals that
are not under the jurisdiction of FDA appear to be subject to TSCA.
Such animals may be genetically improved livestock for commercial
purposes. The policy statement would address whether EPA should
exercise jurisdiction under TSCA over such transgenic organisms prior
to their commercial use.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 09/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4598
Agency Contact: Flora Chow, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8983
Fax: 202 564-9062
Email: chow.flora@epa.gov
Jamesine Rogers, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405
Phone: 202 564-3453
Fax: 202 564-9490
Email: rogers.jamesine@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD53
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3385. LEAD; MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL OF LEAD-BASED PAINT DEBRIS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2601 to 2671; 42 USC 6901 to 6992
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 745
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Currently, waste derived from lead-based paint (LBP)
abatements is managed under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
(RCRA) hazardous waste regulations. Other Federal agencies (Department
of Housing and Urban Development, Department of Health and Human
Services) and several States and advocacy groups have expressed concern
that the costs associated with the disposal of large volume
architectural components (e.g., doors and windows) may interfere with
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abatement activities. EPA's Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic
Substances and the Office of Solid Waste have initiated a joint
rulemaking to address the disposal of these architectural components.
This rulemaking would develop disposal standards for these components
under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) title IV, (the definition
of abatement under TSCA title IV, section 401(1)(B), includes
disposal). The TSCA regulations would establish appropriate disposal
standards for LBP architectural components and identify recycling and
incineration activities that would be controlled or prohibited. To
minimize duplication of waste management requirements, EPA is
developing a companion RCRA rule to suspend temporarily hazardous waste
management regulations applicable to lead-based paint debris which will
be subject to the new TSCA standards.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM - TSCA Proposal 12/18/98 63 FR 70189
NPRM Comment Period Extended 02/12/99 64 FR 7159
Final Action 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3508
Sectors Affected: 23332 Commercial and Institutional Building
Construction; 23521 Painting and Wall Covering Contractors; 23542
Drywall, Plastering, Acoustical and Insulation Contractors; 23511
Plumbing, Heating and Air-Conditioning Contractors; 23594 Wrecking and
Demolition Contractors; 23592 Glass and Glazing Contractors; 54138
Testing Laboratories; 562111 Solid Waste Collection; 23321 Single
Family Housing Construction; 233 Building, Developing and General
Contracting
Agency Contact: Robert Wright, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 566-1975
Fax: 202 566-0470
Email: wright.robert@epa.gov
Julie Simpson, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1980
Fax: 202 566-0471
Email: simpson.julie@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC72
_______________________________________________________________________
3386. LEAD; NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR LEAD-BASED PAINT ABATEMENT
ACTIVITIES AND TRAINING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2682 TSCA 402; 15 USC 2687 TSCA 407; PL 102-550
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 745
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is issuing this rule under the authority of Section 407
of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to establish notification
procedures for lead abatement professionals (certified under 40 CFR
745.226) conducting lead-based paint activities, and training programs
(accredited under 40 CFR 225) providing lead-based paint activities
courses. Specifically, this rule seeks to establish procedures to
notify the Agency prior to commencement of lead-based paint abatement
activities as required by 40 CFR 745.227(e)(4). In addition, this rule
seeks to establish provisions which would require training programs
accredited under 40 CFR 745.225 to notify the Agency under the
following conditions: 1) prior to providing lead-based paint
activities, training , and 2) following completion of lead-based paint
activities courses. These notification requirements are necessary to
provide EPA compliance monitoring and enforcement personnel with
information necessary to track compliance activity and to prioritize
inspections. This rule supports 40 CFR part 745, subpart L to ensure
that lead abatement professionals who inspect, assess and remove lead-
based paint, dust or soil are well qualified, trained, and certified to
conduct these activities.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/22/01 66 FR 7207
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4172
Sectors Affected: 611519 Other Technical and Trade Schools
Agency Contact: Mike Wilson, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 566-0521
Fax: 202 566-0471
Email: wilson.mike@epa.gov
Julie Simpson, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1980
Fax: 202 566-0471
Email: simpson.julie@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD31
_______________________________________________________________________
3387. SIGNIFICANT NEW USE RULES; FOLLOW-UP RULES ON NON-5(E) NEW
CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES
Priority: Routine and Frequent
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604 TSCA sec 5
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 704; 40 CFR 721
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA regulates the commercial development of new chemicals
that have completed premanufacture notice (PMN) review. In a PMN
review, the Agency assesses whether or not a chemical's manufacture,
import, process, distribution, use, or disposal outside the activities
described in the PMN may present an unreasonable risk. EPA will issue
Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) requiring 90-day notification to EPA
from any manufacturer, importer, or processor who would engage in
activities that are designated as significant new uses. Under the
Expedited Follow-up Rule (EFUR) which became effective on October 12,
1989, EPA will identify such new chemicals and publish them in a batch
SNUR 3-4 times per year. Chemicals that were subject to a proposed SNUR
before the effective date of the EFUR or do not qualify under the EFUR,
may be regulated individually by notice and comment rulemaking and are
listed below.
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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM Alkyl & Sulfonic Acid &
Ammonium Salt (84-1056) 06/11/86 51 FR 21199
NPRM 1-Decanimine-N-Decyl-N-
Methyl-N-Oxide (86-566) 12/08/87 52 FR 46496
NPRM Aluminum Cross-linked
Sodium Carboxy-methylcellulose 06/11/93 58 FR 32628
Final Action Alkyl & Sulfonic
Acid & Ammonium Salt (84-1056) 06/00/03
Final Action 1-Decanimine-N-
Decyl-N-Methyl-N-Oxide (86-566) 06/00/03
Final Action Aluminum Cross-
linked Sodium Carboxy-
methylcellulose 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 1976
Sectors Affected: 324 Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing; 325
Chemical Manufacturing
Agency Contact: James Alwood, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8974
Fax: 202 564-9490
Email: alwood.jim@epa.gov
Rebecca Cool, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9138
Fax: 202 564-9490
Email: cool.rebecca@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AA59
_______________________________________________________________________
3388. SIGNIFICANT NEW USE RULE (SNUR); CHEMICAL-SPECIFIC SNURS TO EXTEND
PROVISIONS OF SECTION 5(E) ORDERS
Priority: Routine and Frequent
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604 TSCA sec 5
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: When the Agency determines that uncontrolled manufacture,
import, processing, distribution, use or disposal of a premanufacture
notification (PMN) substance may present an unreasonable risk, it may
issue a section 5(e) consent order to limit these activities. However,
such orders apply only to the PMN submitter. Once the new substance is
entered on the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) chemical inventory,
others can manufacture, import or process the substance without
controls. Therefore, EPA extends the controls to apply to others by
designating manufacture, import or processing of the substances for
uses without the specified controls as significant new uses. Under the
Expedited Follow-Up Rule, which became effective on October 10, 1989
(54 FR 31314), EPA routinely publishes batch SNURs containing routine
section 5(e) and non-5(e) SNURs. However, certain activities, such as
modifications, withdrawals, revocations, and SNURs upon which comments
are received in the direct final publication process, are subject to
notice and comment rulemaking and are listed below.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM Batch SNUR: 84-660/-704 &
84-105/-106/-107 & 85-433 05/27/93 58 FR 30744
NPRM Aromatic Amino Ether (P90-
1840) 06/06/94 59 FR 29255
NPRM Alkenyl Ether of
Alkanetriol Polymer (93-458) 12/19/94 59 FR 65289
NPRM Certain Chemical Substances
(91-1299/95-1667 91-1298 91-129706/26/97 62 FR 34421
NPRM Certain Chemical Substances09/09/98 63 FR 48157
Final Action Batch SNUR: 84-660/
-704 & 84-105/-106/-107 & 85-43305/11/02 67 FR 17643
Final Action Certain Chemical
Substances (91-1299/95-1667 91-
1298 91-1297 03/00/03
Final Action Aromatic Amino
Ether (P90-1840) 03/00/03
Final Action Alkenyl Ether of
Alkanetriol Polymer (93-458) 03/00/03
Final Action Certain Chemical
Substances 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3495
Sectors Affected: 324 Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing; 325
Chemical Manufacturing
Agency Contact: James Alwood, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8974
Fax: 202 564-9490
Email: alwood.jim@epa.gov
Rebecca Cool, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9138
Fax: 202 564-9490
Email: cool.rebecca@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AB27
_______________________________________________________________________
3389. TEST RULE; GENERIC ENTRY FOR ITC RELATED TESTING DECISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603 TSCA 4; 15 USC 2611 TSCA 12
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 790 to 799
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is requiring testing via rules, or will obtain testing
through enforceable consent agreements (ECAs) or publish a notice which
provides the reasons for not doing so for chemicals listed herein.
These chemicals have been designated for priority testing consideration
by the ITC or recommended for testing consideration (for which the 12-
month statutory requirement does not apply). The list also includes
chemicals or categories of chemicals which have been identified for
testing consideration by other Federal or other EPA offices through EPA
review processes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM Aryl Phosphates (ITC List
2) 12/29/83 48 FR 57452
NPRM Brominated Flame Retardants06/25/91 56 FR 29140
NPRM Aryl Phosphates (ITC List
2) 01/17/92 57 FR 2138
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Final Action-ECA DiBasic Esters
(CPSC) 08/05/99 64 FR 42692
Final Action-ECA 1,1,2-
Trichloroethane (TCE) 06/15/00 65 FR 37550
Final Action-ECA Ethylene
Dichloride (EDC) 12/00/02
Final Action ITC Chemicals (ITC
List 28) 12/00/02
Final Action-ECA Maleic
Anhydride 06/00/03
Final Action-ECA Hydrogen
Fluoride 06/00/03
Final Action-ECA Phthalic
Anhydride 06/00/03
Final Action-ECA Aryl Phosphates
(ITC List 2) 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3493
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 703 603-9150
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: kover.frank@epa.gov
David R. Williams, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8179
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: williams.daver@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AB94
_______________________________________________________________________
3390. TEST RULE; HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS (HAPS)
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603 TSCA 4; 42 USC 7412 CAA 112; 42 USC 7403
CAA 103; 15 USC 2611 TSCA 12
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 790 to 799
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing health effects testing under TSCA section 4
in support of programs and activities required under section 112 of the
Clean Air Act (CAA), governing Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs). Section
112 of the CAA directs EPA to determine the risk to health and the
environment remaining after application of technology-based emissions
standards to major and area sources. Section 112 also sets forth a
mechanism for revising and modifying the statutory list of 189 HAPs
under section 112(b), and requirements for an accidental release
control program. These data will also be important for the right-to-
know program given the large release of these chemicals to the
atmosphere. In order to implement these and other programs and
requirements under section 112, EPA must identify the health and
environment effects of potential concern from exposure to HAPs,
ascertain the minimum data needed to adequately characterize those
health and environmental effects, and assess the risks posed by HAPs.
In addition, under section 103(d), EPA is required to conduct a
research program on the short- and long-term effects of air pollutants
on human health, ascertain the minimum data needed to adequately
characterize those health and environmental effects, and assess the
risks posed by HAPs.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/26/96 61 FR 33178
Supplemental NPRM 12/24/97 62 FR 67466
Supplemental NPRM 04/21/98 63 FR 19694
Final Action 10/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3487
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Richard Leukroth, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8167
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: leukroth.rich@epa.gov
David R. Williams, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8179
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: williams.daver@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC76
_______________________________________________________________________
3391. TEST RULE; CERTAIN HIGH PRODUCTION VOLUME (HPV) CHEMICALS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603; 15 USC 2611 to 2612; 15 USC 2625 to 2626
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 790 to 799
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will require testing and recordkeeping requirements
for certain high production volume (HPV) chemicals (i.e., chemicals
which are manufactured (including imported) in the aggregate at more
than 1 million pounds on an annual basis. Although varied based on
specific data needs for the particular chemical, the data generally
collected under this rule may include: acute toxicity, repeat dose
toxicity, developmental and reproductive toxicity; mutagenicity
ecotoxicity and environmental fate. The first rule proposed testing for
37 HPV chemicals with substantial worker exposure. The action is part
of the Chemical Right-to-Know Initiative, which is described in The
Regulatory Plan.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/26/00 65 FR 81658
Final Action 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3990
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 703 603-9150
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: kover.frank@epa.gov
Keith Cronin, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8102
Fax: 202 564-4765
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Email: cronin.keith@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD16
_______________________________________________________________________
3392. TEST RULE; IN VITRO DERMAL ABSORPTION RATE TESTING OF CERTAIN
CHEMICALS OF INTEREST TO THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
ADMINISTRATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603 TSCA 4; 15 USC 2611 TSCA 12
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 700 to 799
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is requiring manufacturers (which is defined by statute
to include importers) and processors of 38 chemical substances of
interest to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to
conduct testing for in vitro dermal absorption rate testing. These
chemicals, and others, were designated for in vitro dermal absorption
rate testing in the 31st, 32nd, and 35th Reports of the TSCA section
4(e) Interagency Testing Committee (ITC) to the EPA. Each of the
chemical substances included in this proposed rule is produced in an
amount equal to or greater than one million pounds per year. In
addition, each of the chemicals in this proposed rule was identified in
the National Occupational Exposure Survey (NOES) has having a total
potential worker exposure of greater than 1,000 workers. OSHA has
indicated that it needs quantitative measures of dermal absorption rate
in order to evaluate the potential hazard of these chemicals to
workers.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM - OSHA Chemicals Dermal
Testing (ITC List 31, 32 & 35) 06/09/99 64 FR 31074
Final Action - OSHA Chemical
Dermal Testing 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4425
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 703 603-9150
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: kover.frank@epa.gov
Keith Cronin, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8102
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: cronin.keith@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD42
_______________________________________________________________________
3393. ACRYLAMIDE AND N-METHYLOLACRYLAMIDE GROUTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2605 TSCA sec 6; 15 USC 2607 TSCA sec 8
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 764
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On October 2, 1991, EPA proposed a regulation to prohibit the
manufacture, importation, distribution and use of acrylamide and NMA
grouts based on the unreasonable risk to workers who apply these
grouts. Since that time, personal protective equipment that can provide
adequate protection to workers has become available. EPA is now
considering whether it is still necessary to prohibit the use of these
grouts to protect the health of grouters.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/02/91 56 FR 49863
Notice Reopening Record for
Comments on Durability of NMA 02/28/96 61 FR 7454
Final Action 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 2779
Sectors Affected: 23491 Water, Sewer, and Pipeline Construction; 23491
Water, Sewer, and Pipeline Construction; 32519 Other Basic Organic
Chemical Manufacturing; 32519 Other Basic Organic Chemical
Manufacturing; 42269 Other Chemical and Allied Products Wholesalers;
22132 Sewage Treatment Facilities
Agency Contact: John Bowser, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8082
Fax: 202 564-4775
Email: bowser.john@epa.gov
Charles Auer, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4760
Fax: 202 564-0575
Email: auer.charles@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC17
_______________________________________________________________________
3394. TSCA SECTION 8(A) PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT INFORMATION RULES
Priority: Routine and Frequent
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2607(a) TSCA sec 8(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 712
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: These rules add chemicals to the list of chemicals and
designated mixtures subject to the requirements of the Toxic Substances
Control Act section 8(a) Preliminary Assessment Information Rule (40
CFR part 712). These chemicals have been identified by the Office of
Pollution Prevention and Toxics, other EPA offices, and other Federal
agencies, as well as recommended for testing consideration by the
Interagency Testing Committee. Manufacturers and importers are required
to submit exposure-related data (EPA Form No. 7710-35) on the
chemicals. These data will be used to monitor the levels of production,
import and/or processing of these substances and the avenues of human
and environmental exposure to these substances. These data will also
support risk assessment and test rule decisions.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 37th ITC List 02/28/96 61 FR 7421
Final Action 38th ITC List 10/29/96 61 FR 55871
Final Action 38th ITC List -
Stay 12/11/96 61 FR 65186
Final Action 38th ITC List -
Stay/Technical Amendments 01/07/98 63 FR 684
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Final Action 38th ITC List -
Revocation 01/11/00 65 FR 1548
Final Action 39th ITC List 01/11/00 65 FR 1548
Final Action 41st ITC List 07/05/00 65 FR 41371
Final Action 42nd ITC List 07/24/00 65 FR 45535
Final Action 47th ITC List 07/26/01 66 FR 38955
Final Action 48th ITC List 11/00/02
Final Action 50th ITC List 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 2178
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Paul Campanella, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8091
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: campanella.paul@epa.gov
John R. Harris, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8156
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: harris.johnr@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AB08
_______________________________________________________________________
3395. TSCA SECTION 8(D) HEALTH AND SAFETY DATA REPORTING RULES
Priority: Routine and Frequent
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2607(d) TSCA sec 8(d)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 716
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: These rules require manufacturers, importers and processors
to submit unpublished health and safety data on chemicals added to the
requirements of the Toxic Substances Control Act section 8(d) Health
and Safety Data Reporting Rule (40 CFR part 716). These chemicals have
been identified by the Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, other
EPA offices, and other Federal agencies, as well as recommended for
testing consideration by the Interagency Testing Committee.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final 38th ITC List 10/29/96 61 FR 55871
Final 38th ITC List - Stay 12/11/96 61 FR 65186
Final 38th ITC List - Stay/
Technical Amendment 01/07/98 63 FR 684
Final Action 38th ITC List -
Revocation 01/11/00 65 FR 1548
Final Action 39th, 41st and 42nd
ITC List 02/00/03
Final Action 47th ITC List 03/00/03
Final Action 48th ITC List 04/00/03
Final Action 50th ITC List 05/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 1139
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Paul Campanella, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8091
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: campanella.paul@epa.gov
John Harris, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-9075
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: harris.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AB11
_______________________________________________________________________
3396. TSCA SECTION 8(E) POLICY; NOTICE OF CLARIFICATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2607(e) TSCA sec 8(e)
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The TSCA section 8(e) Notice of Clarification and
Solicitation of Public Comment would change certain aspects of the 1978
TSCA section 8(e) Policy Statement. The 1978 Policy Statement describes
the types of information that EPA considers reportable under section
8(e), the substantial risk reporting provision of TSCA, and describes
the procedures for reporting such information to EPA. This
clarification effort derives from a review of the existing section 8(e)
guidance done in the context of questions raised by companies
considering participating in the section 8(e) Compliance Audit Program
(CAP). As a result of this review, EPA determined that parts of the
1978 Policy Statement concerning the reportability of information on
widespread and previously unsuspected distribution in environmental
media and emergency incidents of environmental contamination needed
some refinement. The subject Federal Register action solicited comment
on refined reporting guidance concerning widespread and previously
unsuspected distribution in environmental media and provides additional
circumstances where information is not reportable because it is
considered known to the Administrator. Finally, the notice solicited
comments on changes to the section 8(e) reporting deadline and the
standards for claims of confidentiality for information contained in a
notice of substantial risk under section 8(e).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/13/93 58 FR 37735
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3118
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Richard Hefter, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7403M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-7649
Fax: 202 564-7460
Email: hefter.richard@epa.gov
Terry O'Bryan, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7403M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7656
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Fax: 202 564-7450
Email: obryan.terry@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC80
_______________________________________________________________________
3397. TSCA INVENTORY UPDATE RULE AMENDMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2607(a) TSCA 8(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 710
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action would amend the current TSCA Inventory Update
Rule (IUR) to require chemical manufacturers to report to EPA data on
exposure-related information and the industrial and consumer end uses
of chemicals they produce or import. Currently, EPA requires chemical
manufacturers to report the names of the chemicals they produce, as
well as the locations of manufacturing facilities and the quantities
produced. About 3,000 facilities reported data on about 9,000 unique
chemicals during the last reporting cycle under the IUR. Data obtained
would be used by EPA and others to: better understand the potential for
chemical exposures; screen the chemicals now in commerce and identify
those of highest concern; establish priorities and goals for their
chemical assessment, risk management and prevention programs, and
monitor the programs' progress; encourage pollution prevention by
identifying potentially safer substitute chemicals for uses of
potential concern; and enhance the effectiveness of chemical risk
communication efforts. Additionally, EPA is making other amendments to
the IUR. These include removing the inorganic chemicals exemption,
thereby providing the information to better assess and manage risks of
inorganic chemicals; improving the linkages of IUR data to other data
sources to enhance the data's usefulness; and altering the confidential
business information (CBI) claim procedures to reduce the frequency of
CBI claims, allowing the public greater access to relevant information
on toxic chemicals. EPA has held meetings with representatives of the
chemical industry, environmental groups, environmental justice leaders,
labor groups, State governments and other Federal agencies to ensure
public involvement in the TSCA Inventory Update Rule Amendments
Project.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/26/99 64 FR 46771
NPRM Comment Period Extended 10/22/99 64 FR 56998
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3301
Sectors Affected: 324 Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing; 325
Chemical Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Susan Sharkey, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7406M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8789
Fax: 202 564-8893
Email: sharkey.susan@epa.gov
Robert Lee, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7406M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8786
Fax: 202 564-8893
Email: lee.robert@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC61
_______________________________________________________________________
3398. SIGNIFICANT NEW USE RULE; REFRACTORY CERAMIC FIBERS (RCFS)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604 TSCA 5; 15 USC 2605 TSCA 6
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 704; 40 CFR 721
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA has instituted a program to monitor the commercial
development of existing chemicals of concern and/or to gather
information to support risk assessments on such chemicals. As these
chemicals are identified, EPA will initiate rulemakings under the Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA) sections 5 and/or 6 to require reporting
by the manufacturers, importers and/or processors of these chemicals.
Proposed rules may be published on at least the chemicals listed on the
timetable below.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/21/94 59 FR 13294
Final Action 09/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3528
Sectors Affected: 327999 All Other Miscellaneous Nonmetallic Mineral
Product Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Cindy Fraleigh, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 566-0484
Fax: 202 566-0473
Email: fraleigh.cindy@epa.gov
Peter Gimlin, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0515
Fax: 202 566-0473
Email: gimlin.peter@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC37
_______________________________________________________________________
3399. CHEMICAL RIGHT-TO-KNOW INITIATIVE; HIGH PRODUCTION VOLUME (HPV)
CHEMICALS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 4 TSCA; 15 USC 8 TSCA; 42 USC 313 TRI; 7 USC
136 FIFRA
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 700 et seq
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Chemical RTK Initiative was established in 1998 in
response to the finding that most commercial chemicals have very
little, if any, publicly available toxicity information on which to
make sound judgments about potential risks. There are three key
components to this initiative, each of which is being implemented by
EPA. These are: collecting and making public screening level toxicity
data for 2,800 widely used commercial chemicals; additional health
effects assessment for chemicals to which children are substantially
exposed; and the listing and lowering of thresholds for persistent,
bioaccumulative, toxic chemicals reported to the Toxic Release
Inventory (TRI). This Initiative will involve several separate
activities, with
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any regulatory related actions included as separate entries in the
Regulatory Agenda.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice Data Collection and
Development on HPV Chemicals 12/26/00 65 FR 81686
Initiative Completed HPV Data To
Be Received 06/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4176
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Barbara Leczynski, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8164
Fax: 202 564-4775
Email: leczynski.barbara@epa.gov
Diane Sheridan, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8176
Fax: 202 260-1096
Email: sheridan.diane@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD25
_______________________________________________________________________
3400. SIGNIFICANT NEW USE RULE; PERFLUOROALKYL SULFONATES (PFOA)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2604 TSCA 5
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 704; 40 CFR 721
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing a significant new use rule (SNUR) under
section 5 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) covering certain
perfluoroalkyl sulfonates. This SNUR would require companies who wanted
to manufacture or import these chemicals for the significant new uses
described in the proposed rule to submit a significant new use notice
(SNUN) to the Agency at least 90 days prior to beginning those
activities.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/18/00 65 FR 62319
NPRM Comment Period Extended 11/21/00 65 FR 69889
Notice of Public Meeting on NPRM02/23/01 66 FR 11243
Supplemental NPRM 03/11/02 67 FR 11014
Final Action for Certain Uses in
the Proposal 03/11/02 67 FR 11008
Final Action for Remaining Uses
in the Proposal 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4475
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Mary Dominiak, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8104
Fax: 202 564-4775
Email: dominiak.mary@epa.gov
Barbara Lecyynski, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-4770
Fax: 202 564-4775
Email: leczynski.barbara@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD43
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3401. ASBESTOS MODEL ACCREDITATION PLAN REVISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2646 TSCA sec 206
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 763
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 28, 1992.
Abstract: The Asbestos School Hazard Abatement Reauthorization Act
(ASHARA) amended TSCA to require that EPA revise its asbestos model
accreditation plan (MAP) to extend training and accreditation
requirements to include persons performing certain asbestos-related
work in public or commercial buildings, to increase the minimum number
of training hours required for accreditation purposes and to effect
other changes necessary to implement the amendments.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Model Plan 05/13/92 57 FR 20438
Interim Final Rule 02/03/94 59 FR 5236
Final Action 05/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3148
Sectors Affected: 611519 Other Technical and Trade Schools
Agency Contact: Cindy Fraleigh, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 566-0484
Fax: 202 566-0473
Email: fraleigh.cindy@epa.gov
Tony baney, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0514
Fax: 202 566-0473
Email: baney.tony@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC51
_______________________________________________________________________
3402. LEAD FISHING SINKERS; RESPONSE TO CITIZENS PETITION AND PROPOSED
BAN
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2605 TSCA 6
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CFR Citation: 40 CFR 745
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On October 20, 1992, the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF),
Federation of Fly Fishers, Trumpeter Swan Society, and North American
Loon Fund petitioned EPA under section 21 of the Toxic Substances
Control Act (TSCA), and the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), to
initiate rulemaking proceedings under section 6 of TSCA to require that
the sale of lead fishing sinkers be accompanied by an appropriate label
or notice warning that such products are toxic to wildlife. EPA granted
the petition, however, the Agency believes that a labeling provision
would not adequately address the risk of injury to waterfowl and other
birds (waterbirds), from ingestion of lead fishing sinkers. In
addition, EPA also believes that zinc fishing sinkers adversely affect
waterbirds, and can cause mortality. Therefore, EPA has proposed a rule
under section 6(a) of TSCA to prohibit the manufacturing, processing,
and distribution in commerce in the United States, of certain smaller
size fishing sinkers containing lead and zinc, and mixed with other
substances, including those made of brass.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 05/13/91 56 FR 22096
NPRM - Ban of Fishing Sinkers 03/09/94 59 FR 11122
Final Action - Fishing Sinkers 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3252
Agency Contact: Julie Simpson, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 566-1980
Fax: 202 566-0471
Email: simpson.julie@epa.gov
Mike Wilson, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0521
Fax: 202 566-0471
Email: wilson.mike@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC21
_______________________________________________________________________
3403. LEAD-BASED PAINT ACTIVITIES; TRAINING, ACCREDITATION, AND
CERTIFICATION RULE AND MODEL STATE PLAN RULE - BRIDGES AND STRUCTURES
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect State, local or tribal
governments and the private sector.
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603 TSCA title IV; PL 102-550 sec 402; PL 102-
550 sec 404
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 745
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, April 28, 1994.
Abstract: The Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992
mandates that EPA promulgate regulations governing lead-based paint
(LBP) activities to ensure that individuals engaged in such activities
are properly trained, that LBP training programs are accredited, and
that contractors engaged in such activities are certified. In addition,
EPA must promulgate a Model State program which may be adopted by any
State which seeks to administer and enforce a State Program. EPA
promulgated regulations for training and certification of training
programs for LBP activities and child occupied facilities in 1996 (see
40 CFR 745). Regulations for LBP activities in public and commercial
buildings and bridges and other structures are still under development.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM (Buildings & Structures) 03/00/04
Final Action (Buildings &
Structures) 10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4376
Sectors Affected: 23411 Highway and Street Construction; 611519 Other
Technical and Trade Schools
Agency Contact: Joel Wolf, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 260-3890
Fax: 202 566-0471
Email: wolf.joel@epa.gov
Julie Simpson, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1980
Fax: 202 566-0471
Email: simpson.julie@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC64
_______________________________________________________________________
3404. DISPOSAL OF POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS: IMPLEMENTATION ISSUES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2607 (TSCA sec 6)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 761 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed regulation will clarify and expand on
implementation issues that have arisen as a result of the publication
of the 1998 PCB Disposal Amendments (63 FR 35384). Topics will include
but not be limited to, Use Authorizations, Public Participation
Process, Appeals Process, Natural Gas Pipelines, Testing and Analysis,
Manifesting of PCB Waste, Publication Process for Validated Alternate
Decontamination Solvents and PCB Analytical Methods and Storage of
Dedicated PCB Equipment. The action to authorize certain non-liquid PCB
applications is also included in this action.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4597
Sectors Affected: 92 Public Administration; 22 Utilities; 31-33
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Manufacturing; 48-49 Transportation; 53 Real Estate and Rental and
Leasing; 54 Professional, Scientific and Technical Services; 562 Waste
Management and Remediation Services; 81 Other Services (except Public
Administration)
Agency Contact: Cindy Fraleigh, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 566-0484
Fax: 202 566-0473
Email: fraleigh.cindy@epa.gov
Laura Casey, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7404T
Phone: 202 566-1982
Fax: 202 566-0473
Email: casey.laura@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD52
_______________________________________________________________________
3405. VOLUNTARY CHILDREN'S CHEMICAL EVALUATION PROGRAM (VCCEP)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603 TSCA 4; 15 USC 2611 TSCA 12; 15 USC 2625
TSCA 26
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 790 to 799
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This is a voluntary program to evaluate commercial chemicals
to which children may have a high likelihood of exposure. Designed with
extensive stakeholder participation, the purpose of this voluntary
program is to obtain toxicity and exposure data needed to assess the
risk of childhood exposure to commercial chemicals. EPA launched a
pilot of this program on December 26, 2000. Manufacturers of 20 of the
23 pilot chemicals have volunteered to sponsor their chemicals in tier
1 in the pilot. A workshop was held in December 2001 to provide
sponsors with additional guidance on the scope and content of the
exposure assessments they will prepare. A peer consultation process
will be used to evaluate the scientific merits of the hazard, exposure,
and risk assessments submitted by sponsors. The first assessments
developed for VCCEP are expected to be received in mid 2002. Although
not currently involving a rulemaking, EPA has included this pilot
program in the regulatory agenda to inform the public about activities
like this related to its chemical testing program.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice Cancellation of Public
Meeting 01/13/00 65 FR 2163
Notice Stakeholder Involvement
Process - Notice of Public
Meeting 03/29/00 65 FR 16590
Notice Voluntary Children's
Chemical Evaluation Program -
Pilot 12/26/00 65 FR 81700
Notice Update 01/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 2865
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Ward Penberthy, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, 7405M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8171
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: penberthy.ward@epa.gov
Catherine Roman, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8172
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: roman.catherine@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC27
_______________________________________________________________________
3406. TEST RULE; CERTAIN METALS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603 TSCA 4; 15 USC 2611 TSCA 12; 15 USC 2625
TSCA 26; 42 USC 9604(i) CERCLA 104(i)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 790
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing a test rule under section 4(a) of the Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA) requiring manufacturers and processors of
certain metals to fill data needs identified by the Agency for Toxic
Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), the National Toxicology
Program (NTP), and EPA pursuant to the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) section 104(I).
Under CERCLA, ATSDR is to establish a list of priority hazardous
substances found at superfund sites, develop toxicological profiles for
the hazardous substances, identify priority data needs, and establish a
research program obtaining the necessary data. This action is a
component of ATSDR's research program. Data from this action would
provide specific information about the substances for the public and
scientific community. The information would be used in conducting
comprehensive public health assessments of populations living near
hazardous waste sites. Scientific data improves the quality of risk
assessments used by EPA, other Federal agencies, and State and local
governments. The risk assessments affect standards, guidelines,
listing/delisting, and other decisions affecting public health and the
environment. The metals are also hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) under
the Clean Air Act (CAA) section 112. Data from this action would also
be used to implement several provisions of section 112 of the CAA,
including determining risks remaining after the application of
technology based standards under section 112(d) of the CAA, estimating
the risks associated with accidental releases, and determining whether
or not substances should be removed from the CAA section (b)(1) list of
HAPs (delisting).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3882
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Robert Jones, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8161
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: jones.robert@epa.gov
Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention,
Pesticides
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and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-9150
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: kover.frank@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AD10
_______________________________________________________________________
3407. NOTICE OF TSCA SECTION 4 REIMBURSEMENT PERIOD AND TSCA SECTION
12(B) EXPORT NOTIFICATION PERIOD SUNSET DATES FOR TSCA SECTION 4
SUBSTANCES
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 15 USC 2603 TSCA 4; 15 USC 2611 TSCA 12
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 707; 40 CFR 790; 40 CFR 791; 40 CFR 799
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA developed a list of substances that are or have been
subject to TSCA section 4 testing actions which required testing under
rules or enforceable consent orders. EPA identified sunset, or
termination, dates that identified: (1) the end of section 4 reporting
requirements (40 CFR 790); (2) the end of the reimbursement period
under which persons subject to test rules are subject to an obligation
to reimburse test sponsors (40 CFR 791); and (3) the end of the period
during which export notification requirements under TSCA section 12(b)
are triggered. This action is now complete.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3559
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 325 Chemical
Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 703 603-9150
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: kover.frank@epa.gov
David R. Williams, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7405M, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-8179
Fax: 202 564-4765
Email: williams.daver@epa.gov
RIN: 2070-AC84
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Prerule Stage
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3408. TRI: APA PETITION-EPCRA 313 DEFINITION OF OVERBURDEN AS IT RELATES
TO THE MINING INDUSTRY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 11001 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The regulatory definition for EPCRA section 313 defines
overburden to mean any unconsolidated material that overlies a deposit
of useful material or ores. It does not include any portion of ore or
waste rock. Overburden generally lacks any recoverable materials and
contains only trace amounts of EPCRA section 313 chemicals. Under
section 313, all activities related to overburden are exempt from
threshold determinations and release and other waste management
calculations because overburden contains TRI chemicals in negligible
amounts and reporting is unlikely to provide the public with valuable
information. On December 22, 1998, the National Mining Association
(NMA) petitioned EPA, pursuant to the Administrative Procedures Act
(APA) to change the current EPCRA 313 definition of overburden to
include both consolidated material and unconsolidated material. By
making such a change, consolidated material that overlies an ore
deposit would be eligible for the overburden exemption (i.e.,
overburden generally lacks any recoverable minerals and contains only
trace amounts of EPCRA section 313 chemicals). NMA asserts that EPA's
definition of overburden is inconsistent with that of industry. NMA
considers overburden to be all material, both consolidated and
unconsolidated, that overlies an ore deposit of useful material and
must be removed to allow access to ore deposit.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4392
Agency Contact: Peter South, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information, 2844T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0745
Fax: 202 566-0741
Email: south.peter@epa.gov
John Dombrowski, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information, 2844
Phone: 202 566-0742
Fax: 202 401-0237
Email: dombrowski.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA08
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_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3409. TRI; REVIEW OF CHEMICALS ON THE ORIGINAL TRI LIST
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 1101 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: When TRI was established by Congress in 1986, the statutory
language placed 309 chemicals and 20 categories of chemicals on the TRI
list; that is referred to as the original TRI list. The chemicals on
the original list were taken from two existing lists of toxic
substances: the Maryland Chemical Inventory Report List of Toxic or
Hazardous Substances, and the New Jersey Environmental Hazardous
Substances list. This action constitutes the first systematic review of
toxicology and environmental data for all the chemicals on the original
TRI list to determine whether data for those chemicals conform with the
statutory criteria for listing of chemicals on TRI. Chemicals for which
data do not meet the statutory criteria will be delisted.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/00/03
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4015
Agency Contact: Steve Devito, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Environmental Information, 2844T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0755
Fax: 202 566-0741
Email: devito.steve@epa.gov
John Dombrowski, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information, 2844
Phone: 202 566-0742
Fax: 202 401-0237
Email: dombrowski.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________
3410. TRI; RESPONSES TO PETITIONS RECEIVED TO ADD OR DELETE OR MODIFY
CHEMICAL LISTINGS ON THE TOXIC RELEASE INVENTORY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 11013 EPCRA 313
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: These actions grant or deny petitions received to add or
delete or modify chemicals on the list of toxic chemicals under section
313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA)
that are subject to reporting under the Toxic Chemical Release
Reporting Rule. The actions cover individual chemicals or groups of
chemicals for which petitions have been received.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice DBNPA (Request to Delete)10/27/95 60 FR 54949
NPRM Chromite Ore From Transvaal
Reg. of S.A. 02/23/99 64 FR 8775
NPRM Diisononyl Phthalate (DINP)
(Request To Add) 09/05/00 65 FR 53681
Final Action Chromite Ore From
Transvaal Reg. of S.A. 05/11/01 66 FR 24066
Response Chromium, Antimony,
Titanite Petition 12/00/02
Final Response DBNPA (Request To
Delete) 12/00/03
Final Action Diidononyl
Phthalate (DINP) Request To Add 12/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 2425
Agency Contact: Daniel R. Bushman, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Environmental Information, 2844T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0743
Fax: 202 566-0741
Email: bushman.daniel@epa.gov
John Dombrowski, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information, 2844
Phone: 202 566-0742
Fax: 202 401-0237
Email: dombrowski.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________
3411. TRI; REVISIONS TO THE OTHERWISE USE ACTIVITY EXEMPTIONS AND THE
COAL EXTRACTION ACTIVITIES EXEMPTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 42 USC 11001 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) requires reporting from
facilities that manufacture or process at least 25,000 pounds of a
listed non-PBT chemical, or otherwise use 10,000 pounds of a listed
non-PBT chemical. The activity thresholds are lower for listed PBT
chemicals. In determining amounts of listed chemicals that are
manufactured, processed or otherwise used, facilities may consider
specific exemptions from reporting. EPA is presently reviewing a group
of these exemptions. The categories of exemptions presently being
reconsidered by EPA are the personal use exemption, and the motor
vehicle maintenance exemption. Also known as otherwise use exemptions
because they are limited to otherwise use activities, these exemptions
are expressly provided for at 40 CFR 372.38(c). EPA is also considering
changes to the coal mining extraction activities exemption provided for
at 40 CFR 372.38(g).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/00/03
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4265
Agency Contact: Lawrence A. Reisman, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Environmental Information, 2841T, Washington, DC 20460
[[Page 75281]]
Phone: 202 566-0751
Fax: 202 566-0741
Email: reisman.larry@epa.gov
John Dombrowski, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information, 2844
Phone: 202 566-0742
Fax: 202 401-0237
Email: dombrowski.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________
3412. RULEMAKING TO CHANGE TOXICS RELEASE INVENTORY (TRI) REPORTING
REQUIREMENTS FROM STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION (SIC) CODES TO
NORTH AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) published a Federal
Register notice of final decision (62 FR 68) to adopt the North
American Industry Classification System (NAICS) for the United States.
This rulemaking initiates the conversion from TRI reporting using
Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes to TRI Reporting using
NAICS codes. The TRI program will convert to NAICS without producing
any changes in the facilities that are now subject to TRI reporting.
Therefore, there should be no increased burden resulting from this
action.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/03
Final Action 09/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4595
Sectors Affected: 212 Mining (except Oil and Gas); 221 Utilities; 562
Waste Management and Remediation Services; 422 Wholesale Trade,
Nondurable Goods
Agency Contact: Judith Kendall, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Environmental Information, 2844T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0750
Fax: 202 566-0741
Email: kendall.judith@epa.gov
John Dombrowski, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information, 2844
Phone: 202 566-0742
Fax: 202 401-0237
Email: dombrowski.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________
3413. CLARIFY TRI REPORTING OBLIGATIONS UNDER EPCRA SECTION 313 FOR THE
METAL MINING ACTIVITIES OF EXTRACTION AND BENEFICIATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 11001 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) currently requires
reporting from metal mining facilities if they manufacture or process
25,000 pounds or more of a listed chemical or otherwise use 10,000
pounds or more of a listed chemical. These mining facilities engage in
the removal of naturally occurring materials from the earth. EPA had
considered naturally occurring materials to be manufactured by natural
processes. A recent court order set aside EPA's interpretation of
manufacture stating that naturally occurring ores can not be
manufactured within the meaning of EPCRA section 313. EPA is
considering clarifying how the definitions of manufacturing and
processing under EPCRA section 313 apply to the mining sector processes
of extraction and beneficiation. This action will not affect the coal
extraction activities exemption.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/02
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4616
Agency Contact: Marc Edmonds, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Environmental Information, 2844, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0758
Fax: 202 566-0741
Email: edmonds.marc@epa.gov
John Dombrowski, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information, 2844
Phone: 202 566-0742
Fax: 202 401-0237
Email: dombrowski.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA11
_______________________________________________________________________
3414. [bull] ADDITION OF TOXICITY EQUIVALENCY (TEQ) REPORTING AND
QUANTITY DATA FOR INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS OF THE DIOXIN AND DIOXIN-LIKE
COMPOUNDS CATEGORY UNDER EPCRA, SECTION 313
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 11001 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Under section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community
Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) (i.e., the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI)),
dioxin and dioxin-like compounds are reported in units of grams for the
category. This project will add toxic equivalency (TEQ) reporting for
the category and quantity data for individual members of the category
to the grams only reporting currently required for the category under
EPCRA section 313. TEQs are a weighted quantity measure based on the
toxicity of each dioxin congener relative to the most toxic dioxin
congeners, 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin and 1,2,3,7,8-
pentachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin. The addition of TEQ reporting will allow
better understanding of the releases and waste management quantities
currently reported to the TRI for dioxin and dioxin-like compounds. TEQ
reporting will also make it easier to compare TRI data on dioxin and
dioxin-like compounds with other EPA activities which present data on
dioxin and dioxin-like compounds in terms of TEQs. Several industry
groups have written OMB supporting the addition of TEQ reporting to
TRI.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
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Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4692
URL For More Information:
http:///www.epa.gov
Agency Contact: Daniel Bushman, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Environmental Information, 2844T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0743
Fax: 202 566-0741
Email: bushman.daniel@epa.gov
John Dombrowski, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information, 2844
Phone: 202 566-0742
Fax: 202 401-0237
Email: dombrowski.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3415. EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT: AMENDMENTS AND
STREAMLINING RULE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 11002; 42 USC 11004; 42 USC 11048; 42 USC
11021; 42 USC 11022
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 355; 40 CFR 370
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will address the remaining issues from the proposed
rule of June 8, 1998. (Reporting thresholds for gasoline and diesel
fuel at retail gas stations were included in a separate final rule; 64
FR 7031, February 11, 1999.) A supplemental proposal will address
reporting thresholds for chemicals that pose minimal risk. The final
rule will address: reporting thresholds for rock salt, sand, gravel and
other chemicals that pose minimal risk; plain language rewrite and
possibly reporting thresholds for facilities with some similarities to
gas stations (motor pools, marinas, etc.); and guidance on approaches
to State flexibility.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/08/98 63 FR 31268
Supplemental NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 3215
Agency Contact: John Ferris, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-7992
Fax: 202 564-8233
Email: ferris.john@epa.gov
Sicy Jacob, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency
Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-8019
Fax: 202 564-8233
Email: jacob.sicy@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE17
_______________________________________________________________________
3416. RESPONSE TO A PETITION REQUESTING DELETION OF PHOSMET FROM THE
EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (EHSS) LIST
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 11002; 42 USC 11004; 42 USC 11048
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 355
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA has received a petition to remove phosmet from the
extremely hazardous substance (EHS) list under the Emergency Planning
and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA). This rulemaking will address
the petitioner's claims.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3994
Sectors Affected: 11133 Noncitrus Fruit and Tree Nut Farming; 111421
Nursery and Tree Production; 42291 Farm Supplies Wholesalers
Agency Contact: Kathy Franklin, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-7987
Fax: 202 564-8444
Email: franklin.kathy@epa.gov
John Ferris, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency
Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-7992
Fax: 202 564-8233
Email: ferris.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE42
_______________________________________________________________________
3417. MODIFICATION OF THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY FOR ISOPHORONE
DIISOCYANATE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 11002; 42 USC 11004; 42 USC 11048
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 355
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On October 12, 1994 (59 FR 51816), EPA proposed to modify the
listing of several chemicals on the extremely hazardous substances
(EHS) list under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know
Act. One petitioner requested the removal of isophorone diisocyanate
(IPDI). EPA rejected the petitioner's request. However, in the review
of the petition, EPA noticed that there was an error in the setting of
the threshold planning quantity (TPQ) for IPDI, and proposed to correct
the error in the October 12, 1994 notice of proposed rulemaking. The
other modifications to the EHS list were made final on May 7, 1996;
however, the TPQ for IPDI was not included in that final rule. The goal
is to finalize the TPQ for IPDI.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3993
Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing
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Agency Contact: Sicy Jacob, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5104A
Phone: 202 564-8019
Fax: 202 564-8233
Email: jacob.sicy@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE43
_______________________________________________________________________
3418. TRI; CHEMICAL EXPANSION; FINALIZATION OF DEFERRED CHEMICALS
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 42 USC 11013 EPCRA 313; 42 USC 11023; 42 USC 11048; 42
USC 11076
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On November 30, 1994, EPA added 286 chemicals and chemical
categories to the EPCRA section 313 list, including 39 chemicals as
part of two delineated categories. Each chemical and chemical category
was found to meet the statutory criteria described in EPCRA section
313(d)(2)(A)-(C). At this time, EPA deferred final action on 40
chemicals and one chemical category until a later date. These were
deferred because the comments received on them raised difficult
technical or policy issues which required additional time to address.
EPA chose not to delay final action on the 286 chemicals and chemical
categories because of the additional time needed to address the issues
surrounding the smaller group of 40 chemicals and one chemical
category; rather, EPA believed it to be in the spirit of community
right-to-know to proceed with the final rulemaking of the additional
chemicals and chemical categories.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/12/94 59 FR 1788
Supplemental NPRM Deferred
Chemicals 12/00/03
Final Action Deferred Chemicals 12/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3007
Sectors Affected: 42269 Other Chemical and Allied Products Wholesalers
Agency Contact: Daniel R. Bushman, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Environmental Information, 2844T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0743
Fax: 202 566-0741
Email: bushman.daniel@epa.gov
John Dombrowski, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Environmental Information, 2844
Phone: 202 566-0742
Fax: 202 401-0237
Email: dombrowski.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________
3419. TRI; POLLUTION PREVENTION ACT INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 42 USC 11013 Pollution Prevention Act
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Section 6607(b) of the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 (PPA)
(Pub. L. 101-508) requires the addition of several data elements to the
Toxic Chemical Release Inventory (TRI) reporting requirements as
promulgated under section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community
Right-to-Know Act of 1986 (EPCRA) (Pub. L. 99-499). Section 313 of
EPCRA requires owners or operators of certain facilities that
manufacture, process, or otherwise use listed toxic chemicals to
annually report their releases of these chemicals to each environmental
medium. The PPA mandates that section 313 covered facilities also
report on source reduction and recycling activities relating to the
toxic chemicals beginning with the 1991 reporting year. Since 1991
covered facilities have been providing this information to EPA in
section 8, Source Reduction and Recycling Activities, of EPA Form R. On
September 25, 1991 (56 FR 48475), EPA proposed regulations which would
provide definitions and instructions for reporting the PPA data
elements on the EPA Form R. In this action, EPA will amend certain
aspects of the September 25, 1991, proposed rule.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/25/91 56 FR 48475
Response To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 2847
Agency Contact: John Dombrowski, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Environmental Information, 2844
Phone: 202 566-0742
Fax: 202 401-0237
Email: dombrowski.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2025-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Prerule Stage
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3420. LAND DISPOSAL RESTRICTIONS; NOTICE OF DATA AVAILABILITY: MERCURY
TREATABILITY STUDIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 6924
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 268
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This notice of data availability (NODA) makes available to
the public two studies conducted on the treatment of mercury wastes.
The studies were performed to demonstrate the conditions that affect
the stability of waste residues created from the treatment of high
mercury wastes. This NODA also makes available the results of the peer
review for these studies.
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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 05/28/99 64 FR 28949
NoDA 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4094
Sectors Affected: 325181 Alkalies and Chlorine Manufacturing; 3353
Electrical Equipment Manufacturing; 3254 Pharmaceutical and Medicine
Manufacturing; 32551 Paint and Coating Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Rhonda Minnick, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8771
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: minnick.rhonda@epa.gov
Mary Cunningham, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8453
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: cunningham.mary@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE54
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3421. METHODS INNOVATION RULE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 6922;
42 USC 6923; 42 USC 6924; 42 USC 6925; 42 USC 6926; 42 USC 6927; 42 USC
6930; 42 USC 6934; 42 USC 6935; 42 USC 6936; 42 USC 6937; 42 USC 6938;
...
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 258; 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR
265; 40 CFR 266; 40 CFR 270; 40 CFR 279
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA has been actively working to break down the barriers that
the environmental monitoring community faces when trying to use new
monitoring techniques. As a first step, EPA has accelerated its review
process for new methods by eliminating several unnecessary internal
review steps, and by streamlining the internal approval process for
each new method. However, there are currently 32 citations in title 40
of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) where the use of SW-846
methods is required. As a second step for speeding up the approval
process, EPA plans to remove the requirements to use SW-846 methods for
other than method-defined parameters (i.e., where the method defines
the regulations, such as the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching
Procedure) from 40 CFR. This will likely lead to an even more
streamlined approval process since SW-846 will then be able to be
handled strictly as guidance and not need the regulatory process for
approval. This additional streamlining will permit new, more cost-
effective methods to attain public and regulatory authority acceptance
in much less time, allowing required monitoring to be done more
cheaply, faster and, in some cases, more accurately.
Since many advances have occurred in waste sampling strategies since
initial guidance was published in 1984, EPA is announcing the
availability of a new guidance document for public comment entitled
RCRA Waste Sampling Draft Technical Guidance.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 10/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3989
Agency Contact: Kim Kirkland, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5307W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-0490
Fax: 703 308-0511
Email: kirkland.kim@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE41
_______________________________________________________________________
3422. REVISIONS TO SOLID WASTE LANDFILL CRITERIA--LEACHATE RECIRCULATION
ON ALTERNATIVE LINERS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6907; 42 USC 6912; 42 USC 6944; 42 USC 6949a
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 258
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA plans to propose a rule to allow leachate recirculation
over alternative liner systems which meet the performance standard
specified by the municipal solid waste landfill (MSWLF) criteria. The
performance determination would be made by the state director of an
approved MSWLF program. EPA also plans to propose a new section to the
MSWLF criteria which will allow the alternative of clean closure of
landfills rather than require the installation of a landfill cap, which
would allow the solid waste in the MSWLF to be totally removed from the
site and be properly disposed of at another site. Finally, EPA plans to
propose an additional factor to 258.54 for determining the frequency of
ground water monitoring for the detection monitoring program specified
in this subpart. The additional factor for consideration concerns liner
performance where there is some direct system for determining liner
performance. However, the minimum monitoring frequency would still be
no less than once a year as stated in the existing regulation.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NoDA Request for Information and
Data 04/06/00 65 FR 18014
NPRM 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4230
Sectors Affected: 562 Waste Management and Remediation Services
Agency Contact: Dwight Hlustick, Environmental Protection Agency,
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Solid Waste and Emergency Response, 5306W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8647
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: hlustick.dwight@epa.gov
Deborah Hanlon, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 5306W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-5824
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: hanlon.deborah@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE67
_______________________________________________________________________
3423. MODIFICATIONS TO RCRA RULES ASSOCIATED WITH SOLVENT-CONTAMINATED
SHOP TOWELS AND WIPES
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 129 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2050-AE51
_______________________________________________________________________
3424. REVISION OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT EXEMPTIONS FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE
MIXTURES
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 130 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2050-AE84
_______________________________________________________________________
3425. INCREASE METALS RECLAMATION FROM F006 WASTE STREAMS
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 131 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2050-AE97
_______________________________________________________________________
3426. REVISIONS TO THE DEFINITION OF SOLID WASTE
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 132 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2050-AE98
_______________________________________________________________________
3427. REVISIONS FOR TRANSBOUNDARY SHIPMENTS OF HAZARDOUS WASTE FOR
RECOVERY WITHIN THE ORGANIZATION FOR ECONOMIC COOPERATION AND
DEVELOPMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6901 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 262 subpart H (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Agency is considering changing the existing regulation 40
CFR 262 subpart H, which regulates transboundary movement of hazardous
waste within all countries that are members of the Organization for
Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). This regulation would be
amended to comply with changes passed by the OECD Council. Existing
waste lists may be restructured to comply with the new OECD waste
lists. As such, previously existing waste lists may be renamed
according to adopted OECD terminology. Shipments of small waste amounts
destined for laboratory analysis may be exempted from filing certain
paperwork requirements that are otherwise required. A certificate of
recovery may be required upon final recovery of wastes and timeframes
for recovery operations may be changed to reflect the decisions made by
the OECD Council.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/03
Direct Final Rule - Revisions
for Transboundary Shipments of
Hazardous Waste 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4606
Agency Contact: Rick Picardi, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5304W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8879
Fax: 703 308-0514
Email: picardi.rick@epa.gov
Frank McAlister, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, OS-341, 5304W
Phone: 703 308-8196
Fax: 703 308-0514
Email: mcalister.frank@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE93
_______________________________________________________________________
3428. [bull] RCRA BURDEN REDUCTION INITIATIVE, PHASE 2
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6907; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921 to 6927; 42
USC 6930; 42 USC 6934; 42 USC 6935; 42 USC 6937 to 6939; 42 USC 6944;
42 USC 6949(a); 42 USC 6974; PL 104-13
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR
266; 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 270
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: As part of its response to the Paperwork Reduction Act, OSW
formed the RCRA Burden Reduction Initiative. The Initiative group
reviewed all of the RCRA paperwork reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, and developed ideas for streamlining or eliminating a
third of them. On January 17, 2002, a proposed rule was published in
the Federal Register with these ideas. As part of the second phase of
the Initiative, we are considering proposing additional burden
reduction ideas.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4735
Agency Contact: Robert Burchard, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8450
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: burchard.robert@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AF01
_______________________________________________________________________
3429. PROJECT XL SITE-SPECIFIC RULEMAKING FOR ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY
MILLERSVILLE LANDFILL, SEVERN, MARYLAND
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6907; 42 USC 6912; 42 USC 6945; 42 USC 6949)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 258
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Anne Arundel County proposes to demonstrate that a bioreactor
with an alternative liner system is as effective, or superior to a
bioreactor with the standard composite liner currently allowed by
regulations. The main goal of this project is to deliver superior
environmental performance (SEP) by capturing the additional airspace
gained by accelerated decomposition of
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the waste. This benefits the County and its citizens by prolonging the
life of the landfill and thereby postponing the siting of new solid
waste management facilities, with their attendant social impacts,
environmental impacts, and economic costs.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4534
Agency Contact: Sherri Walker, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of the Administrator, 1807T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2186
Fax: 202 566-2200
Email: walker.sherri@epa.gov
Dwight Hlustick, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the
Administrator, 5306W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8647
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: hlustick.dwight@epa.gov
RIN: 2090-AA25
_______________________________________________________________________
3430. PROJECT XL SITE-SPECIFIC RULEMAKING FOR THE IBM SEMICONDUCTOR
MANUFACTURING FACILITY IN HOPEWELL JUNCTION, NEW YORK
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 6922;
42 USC 6924(y); 42 USC 6938
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261.4(a)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rulemaking provides a site-specific exclusion from the
regulatory definition of solid waste for certain wastewater treatment
sludges (otherwise designated as Hazardous Waste No. F006) when they
are used as ingredients in the production of cement. Without this
exclusion, the sludges being legitimately recycled as substitutes for
raw materials would remain subject to hazardous waste regulatory
requirements, including the need for a storage permit by the cement
manufacturer, which is a major disincentive to recycling the sludges in
this manner. This XL project tests the presumption that these sludges
can be safely recycled without regulatory oversight.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/06/01 66 FR 30349
Supplemental NPRM 12/00/02
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4565
Agency Contact: Sandra Panetta, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of the Administrator, 1807, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2184
Fax: 202 566-2200
Email: panetta.sandra@epa.gov
David Fagan, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the
Administrator, 5301W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-0603
Fax: 703 308-0513
Email: fagan.david@epa.gov
RIN: 2090-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3431. STANDARDIZED PERMIT FOR RCRA HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITIES
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 142 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2050-AE44
_______________________________________________________________________
3432. REVISIONS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDELINE FOR PROCUREMENT OF
PRODUCTS CONTAINING RECOVERED MATERIALS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6912(a) RCRA sec 6002(e)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 247
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: RCRA section 6002 and E.O. 13101 require EPA to prepare
guidelines in the Federal Register which designate items that are or
can be made with recovered materials and to issue recommendations for
government procurement of these items. Once designated, procuring
agencies are required to purchase these items with the highest
percentage of recovered materials practicable. Government procurement
of EPA-designated items containing recovered materials fosters markets
for recovered materials and, thereby, closes the recycling loop. To
date, EPA has designated 54 items under three Comprehensive Procurement
Guidelines (CPG1, CPG2 and CPG3). EPA has also issued a Recovered
Materials Advisory Notice (RMAN) with each CPG which provides
recommendations on buying the designated items. The E.O. requires EPA
to update the CPG every two years. The newest action issues final item
designations in CPG4.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice -- Paper Products
Recovered Materials Advisory
Notice 06/08/98 63 FR 31214
Notice -- Recovered Materials
Advisory Notice I Update 06/08/98 63 FR 31217
NPRM (CPG3 and RMAN 3) 08/26/98 63 FR 45558
Notice Notice of Availability of
Final Document 01/19/00 65 FR 3082
Final Action (CPG3 and RMAN 3) 01/19/00 65 FR 3069
NPRM (CPG4 and RMAN 4) 08/28/01 66 FR 45256
Final-CPG4 (CPG4 and RMAN 4) 12/00/02
NPRM-CPG5 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
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Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 3545
Sectors Affected: 92111 Executive Offices; 92119 All Other General
Government
Agency Contact: Terry Grist, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5306W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-7257
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: grist.terry@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE23
_______________________________________________________________________
3433. MANAGEMENT OF CEMENT KILN DUST (CKD)
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 141 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2050-AE34
_______________________________________________________________________
3434. CRITERIA FOR CLASSIFICATION OF SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES AND
PRACTICES AND CRITERIA FOR MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILLS: DISPOSAL OF
RESIDENTIAL LEAD-BASED PAINT WASTE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6907(a)(3); 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6944; 42 USC
6949a
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 257; 40 CFR 258
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: To help accelerate the pace of lead-based paint removal from
residences, and thereby reduce exposure to children and adults from the
health risks associated with lead, the Agency plans to expressly allow
residential lead-based paint waste to be disposed of in construction
and demolition landfills. The rule would revise the definition of
``municipal solid waste landfill (MSWLF) unit,'' and add definitions of
``construction and demolition landfill'' and ``residential lead-based
paint waste in the Criteria for Classification of Solid Waste Disposal
Facilities and Practices (part 257) and Criteria for Municipal Solid
Waste Landfills (part 258).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/23/01 66 FR 53566
Direct Final Rule 10/23/01 66 FR 53535
Withdraw Direct Final Rule 12/28/01 66 FR 67108
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4525
Sectors Affected: 235 Special Trade Contractors; 23599 All Other
Special Trade Contractors; 562212 Solid Waste Landfill
Agency Contact: Paul Cassidy, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5306W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-7281
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: cassidy.paul@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE86
_______________________________________________________________________
3435. MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILL LOCATION RESTRICTIONS FOR AIRPORT
SAFETY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6902(a); 42 USC 6907; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC
6944; 42 USC 6945(c); 42 USC 6949(c)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 258.10(e)-(f)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The direct final rule amends the municipal solid waste
landfill (MSWLF) location restrictions for airport safety by adding
location restrictions to conform with those contained in the Wendell H.
Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21st Century. The rule
prohibits the construction or establishment of a new MSWLF within six
miles of a public airport (1) that has received grants under the
Airport and Airway Improvement Act of 1982, as amended, and (2) that is
primarily designed for 60 passengers or less. MSWLFs in the State of
Alaska are exempt. Because new MSWLFS are subject to the statutory
location restrictions in addition to regulatory location restrictions
currently in effect under 40 CFR 258.10, EPA has promulgated the rule
amendment to prevent confusion regarding applicable location
restrictions for MSWLFs for airport safety purposes, as well as to
notify affected entities of these statutory restrictions. EPA also
proposed a parallel rule identical to this direct final action in order
to provide opportunity for comment on the rule, although we view the
action as noncontroversial and do not anticipate any adverse comments.
If adverse comments are received, we will withdraw the final rule. The
regulated entities are: (1) Federal agencies and state, local,
municipal and tribal governments constructing or establishing new
MSWLFs within six miles of a public airport and (2) industries involved
in constructing or establishing new landfills within six miles of a
public airport.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/11/02 67 FR 45948
Direct Final Rule 07/11/02 67 FR 45915
Withdrawal of Direct Final Rule 10/08/02 67 FR 62647
Final Action 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4575
Sectors Affected: 23 Construction; 5622 Waste Treatment and Disposal;
56221 Waste Treatment and Disposal; 562212 Solid Waste Landfill
Agency Contact: Mary T. Moorcones, Environmental Protection Agency,
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, 5306W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 540 338-1348
Fax: 540 338-5547
Email: moorcones.mary@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE91
_______________________________________________________________________
3436. RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, AND DEMONSTRATION PERMITS FOR MUNICIPAL
SOLID WASTE LANDFILL
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6907; 42 USC 6912; 42 USC 6944; 42 USC 6949a
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 258.4
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is considering adding a new section to the Criteria for
Municipal Solid Waste Landfills (MSWLF) to allow states to issue
research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) permits for landfill
operations at variance with some parts of the criteria, as long as
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it is demonstrated that these operations will not result in an
increased risk to human health and the environment. Waivers of location
restrictions, groundwater monitoring, corrective action requirements,
the financial assurance criteria, and explosive gases control would not
be allowed by this action. EPA is considering this alternative to
stimulate new technologies and alternatives in the landfilling of
municipal solid waste.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NoDA - Request for Information
and Data 04/06/00 65 FR 18014
NPRM 06/10/02 67 FR 39662
Final Action 07/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4588
Sectors Affected: 562 Waste Management and Remediation Services
Agency Contact: Dwight Hlustick, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5306W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8647
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: hlustick.dwight@epa.gov
Deborah Hanlon, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 5306W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-5824
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: hanlon.deborah@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE92
_______________________________________________________________________
3437. OFFICE OF SOLID WASTE BURDEN REDUCTION PROJECT
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 143 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2050-AE50
_______________________________________________________________________
3438. [bull] LAND DISPOSAL RESTRICTIONS; NATIONAL TREATMENT VARIANCE FOR
RADIOACTIVELY CONTAMINATED CADMIUM, MERCURY, AND SILVER WASTE BATTERIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 278
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In response to a rulemaking petition from the Department of
Energy, the United States Environmental Protection Agency is planning
to grant the requested national treatment variance by designating new
treatment subcategories for radioactively contaminated cadmium-,
mercury-, and silver-containing batteries. The current treatment
standards of thermal recovery for cadmium batteries and of roasting and
retorting for mercury batteries are technically inappropriate because
any recovered metals would likely contain residual radioactive
contamination and be unusable. The current numerical treatment standard
for silver batteries is also inappropriate because of the potential
increase in radiation exposure to workers associated with manually
segregating silver-containing batteries for the purpose of treatment.
Macroencapsulation in accordance with the provisions of 40 CFR 268.45
is proposed as the required treatment prior to land disposal.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/07/02 67 FR 62626
Direct Final Rule 10/07/02 67 FR 62618
NPRM Comment Period End 11/06/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4731
Agency Contact: John Austin, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-0436
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: austin.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE99
_______________________________________________________________________
3439. [bull] E-CYCLING PILOT PROJECT FOR REGION 3 STATES (ECOS);
STREAMLINING RCRA REGULATIONS TO ENCOURAGE REUSE, RECYCLING, AND
RECOVERY OF ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 6922;
42 USC 6924(y); 42 USC 6938
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261.4(a)(24); 40 CFR 261.40
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This project is the result of an Environmental Council of
States (ECOS) partnership agreement that EPA Region 3 entered into with
the six State environmental agencies. As part of the partnership
agreement, the region agreed to prepare a regional rule and to expedite
its promulgation by using the direct final rulemaking process. By using
this innovative approach to have a regional e-Cycling Pilot Project,
EPA Region 3 and the Mid-Atlantic States (DE, DC, MD, PA, VA, WV) will
be able to provide additional information about EPA's national proposed
cathode ray tube (CRT) exclusion from the definition of solid waste
(e.g., CRTs are the video display components of televisions and
computer monitors). The Regional e-Cycling Pilot Project could serve as
a model for electronic recycling nationwide, and the States believe
that the recycling program will function effectively as a result of
this regulatory flexibility.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4701
Sectors Affected: 56292 Materials Recovery Facilities; 56211 Waste
Collection
Agency Contact: Marie Holman, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional
Office Philadelphia, 3EI00, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 215 814-5463
Fax: 215 814-2783
Email: holman.marie@epa.gov
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Charles Howland, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office
Philadelphia, 3RC00, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 215 814-2645
Fax: 215 814-2783
RIN: 2003-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________
3440. PROJECT XL -- ORTHO-MCNEIL PILOT PROJECT ALLOWING ON-SITE
TREATMENT OF LOW-LEVEL MIXED WASTES WITHOUT RCRA PERMIT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 6922;
42 USC 6924(y); 42 USC 6938
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This site-specific rulemaking would allow Ortho-McNeil
Pharmaceutical to treat small volumes of low-level mixed wastes on-site
using a bench-scale catalytic oxidizing treatment unit. This treatment
effectively destroys the organic component of the wastestream, yielding
a residual that is only a low-level radioactive waste.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/24/01 66 FR 38395
Final Action 06/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4439
Agency Contact: Sandra Panetta, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of the Administrator, 1807, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2184
Fax: 202 566-2200
Email: panetta.sandra@epa.gov
Donna Perla, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the
Administrator, 1807T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2177
Fax: 202 566-2211
Email: perla.donna@epa.gov
RIN: 2090-AA14
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3441. STANDARDS FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF COAL COMBUSTION WASTES GENERATED
BY COMMERCIAL ELECTRIC POWER PRODUCERS
Priority: Economically Significant
Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL
104-4.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6907(a)(3); 42 USC 6944(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 257
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action is for the development of proposed RCRA subtitle
D regulations for the management of coal combustion wastes in landfills
and surface impoundments that are generated by producers of electric
power, including electric utilities and independent power producers. On
April 25, 2000 EPA issued a regulatory determination for fossil fuel
combustion wastes (65 FR 32214, May 22, 2000). The purpose of the
determination was to decide whether certain wastes from the combustion
of fossil fuels (including coal, oil and natural gas) should remain
exempt from subtitle C (management as hazardous waste) of the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for the coal, oil and natural gas
combustion wastes that were addressed. The Agency's decision was to
retain the exemption from hazardous waste management for all of the
fossil fuel combustion wastes. However, the Agency also determined and
announced that waste management regulations under RCRA subtitle D
(management as non-hazardous wastes) are appropriate for certain coal
combustion wastes that are disposed in landfills and surface
impoundments. The utility industry has made significant improvements in
its waste management practices over recent years, and most state
regulatory programs are similarly improving. Nevertheless, public
comments and other analyses have convinced the Agency that coal
combustion wastes could pose risks to human health and the environment
if they are not properly managed. There is sufficient evidence that
adequate controls may not be in place. For example, while most states
can now require newer waste management units to include liners and
groundwater monitoring, 62 percent of existing utility surface
impoundments do not have groundwater monitoring. In the Agency's view,
this justifies the development of national regulations. We note,
however, that some waste management units may not warrant liners and/or
groundwater monitoring, depending on site-specific characteristics. The
Agency is initiating this action to develop and issue appropriate waste
management regulations under Subtitle D of RCRA.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4470
Sectors Affected: 221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation
Agency Contact: Dennis Ruddy, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5306W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8430
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: ruddy.dennis@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE81
_______________________________________________________________________
3442. STANDARDS FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF COAL COMBUSTION WASTES -- NON-
POWER PRODUCERS AND MINEFILLING
Priority: Economically Significant
Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL
104-4.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6907(a)(3); 42 USC 6944
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 257
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Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is developing a proposed regulation for the management of
coal combustion wastes that are generated by non-electric utility coal
burners and managed in landfills and surface impoundments, and for the
practice of minefilling of coal combustion wastes. On April 25, 2000
EPA issued a regulatory determination for fossil fuel combustion wastes
(65 FR 32214, May 22, 2000) to announce its decision that certain
wastes from the combustion of fossil fuels (including coal, oil and
natural gas) should remain exempt from subtitle C (management as
hazardous waste) of RCRA. This regulatory determination also announced
that regulations under RCRA subtitle D (management as nonhazardous
wastes) are appropriate for management of certain coal combustion
wastes that are disposed in landfills and surface impoundments. In
addition, EPA stated its plan to consult with the U.S. Department of
the Interior on appropriate measures under the Surface Mining Control
and Reclamation Act (SMCRA) or RCRA or some combination of both, to
address the disposal of coal combustion wastes when used for
minefilling in surface or underground mines.
Although industry has made significant improvements in waste management
practices over recent years, and most State regulatory programs are
similarly improving, public comments and other analyses have convinced
the Agency that coal combustion wastes could pose risks to human health
and the environment, if they are not properly managed. There is
sufficient evidence that adequate controls may not be in place. For
example, while most States can now require newer waste management units
to include liners and groundwater monitoring, less than about 50
percent of existing nonutility landfills are lined (these statistics
exclude municipal solid waste landfills which are not the subject of
this action). EPA acknowledges that some waste management units may not
warrant liners and/or groundwater monitoring, depending on site-
specific characteristics. The Agency also decided that the practice of
minefilling coal combustion wastes could present a danger to human
health and the environment under certain circumstances. Since there are
few states that currently operate comprehensive programs that
specifically address the unique circumstances of minefilling, the
Agency believes national regulations under RCRA subtitle D and/or SMCRA
may be appropriate.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4469
Sectors Affected: 311 Food Manufacturing; 313 Textile Mills; 337
Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing; 2121 Coal Mining; 322
Paper Manufacturing; 325 Chemical Manufacturing; 331 Primary Metal
Manufacturing; 336 Transportation Equipment Manufacturing; 62 Health
Care and Social Assistance; 22112 Electric Power Transmission, Control
and Distribution
Agency Contact: Dennis Ruddy, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5306W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8430
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: ruddy.dennis@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE83
_______________________________________________________________________
3443. HAZARDOUS WASTE MANIFEST REGULATION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6922 RCRA sec 3002; 42 USC 6923 RCRA sec 3003;
42 USC 6924 RCRA sec 3004; 42 USC 6926 RCRA sec 3006; PL 105-277; Title
17 Government Paperwork Elimination Act
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 263; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR
265; 40 CFR 271
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest (Form 8700-22) is a
multi-copy form used to identify the quantity, composition, origin,
routing, and destination of hazardous waste during its transportation.
The manifest system's current reliance on paper results in significant
paperwork and cost burden to waste handlers and States who choose to
collect manifest information. The Agency intends to pursue an optional
approach that would use information technologies to conduct the
manifest process electronically, thereby reducing paperwork burden, and
improving the speed and accuracy of preparing, transmitting, and
recordkeeping the manifest form. In addition, the Agency intends to
standardize further the manifest form elements, and to specify one
format for the manifest that may be used in all states. The Agency also
intends to announce standard requirements for tracking rejected wastes,
container residues, and international shipments of hazardous wastes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/22/01 66 FR 28240
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3147
Sectors Affected: 2111 Oil and Gas Extraction; 2122 Metal Ore Mining;
2211 Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution; 3221
Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills; 323 Printing and Related Support
Activities; 325 Chemical Manufacturing; 326 Plastics and Rubber
Products Manufacturing; 331 Primary Metal Manufacturing; 332 Fabricated
Metal Product Manufacturing; 482 Rail Transportation; 483 Water
Transportation; 484 Truck Transportation; 5621 Waste Collection; 5622
Waste Treatment and Disposal
Agency Contact: Rich Lashier, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5304W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8796
Fax: 703 308-0522
Email: lashier.rich@epa.gov
Bryan Groce, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency
Response, 5304W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8750
Fax: 703 308-0522
Email: groce.bryan@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE21
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3444. REGULATION OF HAZARDOUS OIL-BEARING SECONDARY MATERIALS FROM
PETROLEUM REFINING INDUSTRY AND OTHER HAZARDOUS SECONDARY MATERIALS
PROCESSED IN A GASIFICATION SYSTEM
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 6922;
42 USC 6923; 42 USC 6924; 42 USC 6925; 42 USC 6926; 42 USC 6927; 42 USC
6930; 42 USC 6934; 42 USC 6935; 42 USC 6937; 42 USC 6938; 42 USC 6939;
...
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering
finalizing revisions to the RCRA hazardous regulations to exclude oil-
bearing secondary materials, generated by the petroleum refining
industry and others, from the definition of solid waste if the
materials are destined to be processed in a gasification device
manufacturing synthesis gas fuel. We are considering this exclusion in
order to clarify and simplify RCRA jurisdiction, and to be consistent
with other comparable existing exclusions. EPA is also considering
finalizing an exclusion for certain organic-containing materials that
are gasified and are generated by industries other than petroleum
refining.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/25/02 67 FR 13683
Final Action 11/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4411
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries
Agency Contact: Elaine Eby, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8449
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: eby.elaine@epa.gov
Rick Brandes, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8871
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: brandes.william@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE78
_______________________________________________________________________
3445. FINAL DETERMINATION OF THE APPLICABILITY OF THE TOXICITY
CHARACTERISTIC RULE TO PETROLEUM CONTAMINATED MEDIA AND DEBRIS FROM
UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6921 RCRA sec 3001
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: In the final hazardous waste Toxicity Characteristic (TC)
rule published in June 1990, EPA decided to temporarily defer
application of the TC rule to petroleum-contaminated media and debris,
such as soils and groundwater, that result from underground storage
tank (UST) corrective actions. This rule is part of the Agency's
commitment to make a final determination regarding the UST temporary
deferral. The temporary deferral was, in part, based on the Agency's
concern that without such a deferral, UST cleanup procedures would be
adversely affected, resulting in delays in remedial action and
increases in remediation costs. Since this action is deregulatory,
there are no adverse effects on small businesses, or on State, local,
or tribal governments.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/12/93 58 FR 8504
Final Action 12/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3189
Agency Contact: Sammy Ng, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste
and Emergency Response, 5401G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-7166
Fax: 202 260-9163
Email: ng.sammy@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AD69
_______________________________________________________________________
3446. LISTING DETERMINATION OF WASTES GENERATED DURING THE MANUFACTURE
OF AZO, ANTHRAQUINONE, AND TRIARYLMETHANE DYES AND PIGMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6921 RCRA sec 3001; 42 USC 9602 Superfund
(CERCLA) sec 102
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR
302
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action addresses the potential human health and
environmental risks posed by wastes from the manufacture of dyes and
pigments, and determines whether these wastes should be listed as
hazardous wastes under RCRA to control any potentially unacceptable
risks. If listed under RCRA, these wastes would also be added to the
CERCLA list of hazardous substances. This action will be implemented by
EPA and States authorized under RCRA. There may be some small business
impacts. EPA proposed listing decisions for most wastes in 1994 (Dyes-
I), and deferred decisions on several others. Two deferred waste
streams (filter aids and triarylmethane sludges) are subject to
separate deadlines for proposed and final action (Dyes II rulemaking).
The Dyes II NPRM was published on July 23, 1999. The rules proposed in
1994 and 1999 were incomplete because they did not contain information
claimed to be confidential by industry. Therefore, a NODA for each
proposal will be necessary, when EPA is able to release an adequate
record. The deadlines are based on recent settlement discussions with
plaintiffs in EDF v. Browner, Civil Action No. 89-0598 D.D.C.
As part of the listing of dyes and pigments effort, EPA will also
develop land disposal restrictions for these dyes and pigments.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM Dyes I 12/22/94 59 FR 66072
NPRM Dyes II - Deferred Wastes 07/23/99 64 FR 40192
NPRM Dyes I - Land Disposal
Restrictions To Be Determined
NoDA Dyes I - See Additional
Information. To Be Determined
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NoDA Dyes II - See Additional
Information To Be Determined
Final Action Dyes I - See
Additional Information To Be Determined
Final Action Dyes II - (Deferred
Wastes - See Additional
Information To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3066
Sectors Affected: 325132 Organic Dye and Pigment Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Gwen DiPietro, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5304W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8285
Fax: 703 308-0522
Email: dipietro.gwen@epa.gov
Sue Slotnick, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 5304W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8462
Fax: 703 308-0522
Email: slotnick.sue@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AD80
_______________________________________________________________________
3447. RECYCLING OF CATHODE RAY TUBES (CRTS) AND MERCURY-CONTAINING
EQUIPMENT: CHANGES TO HAZARDOUS WASTE REGULATIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 6922; 42 USC 6923;
42 USC 6924; 42 USC 6925
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 273
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will ultimately revise the existing Federal
hazardous waste regulations to encourage recycling and better
management of Cathode Ray Tubes (CRTs) by providing a conditional
exclusion from the definition of solid waste for CRTs being recycled. A
CRT is the display component of a television or computer monitor. A CRT
is made largely of specialized glasses, some of which contain lead to
protect the user from X-rays inside the CRT. Due to the lead, when they
are disposed of or reclaimed, some CRTs are hazardous wastes under the
Federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations. This
rule will also streamline RCRA requirements for managing mercury-
containing equipment by adding such equipment to the universal waste
rule. This rule is planned in response to a June 9, 1998 recommendation
on CRT recycling from the Common Sense Initiative (CSI) Council to the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and in response to a petition
from the Utilities Solid Waste Activities Group regarding mercury-
containing equipment. The goal of this action is to improve management
and encourage recycling, thereby minimizing disposal of lead,
increasing resource recovery, and enhancing protection of human health
and the environment.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/12/02 67 FR 40507
Final Action 05/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4092
Sectors Affected: 334411 Electron Tube Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Marilyn Goode, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5304W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8800
Fax: 703 308-0522
Email: goode.marilyn@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE52
_______________________________________________________________________
3448. RCRA SUBTITLE C FINANCIAL TEST CRITERIA (REVISION)
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6912(a) RCRA sec 2002(a); 42 USC 6924 RCRA sec
3004; 42 USC 6925 RCRA sec 3005; 42 USC 6926 RCRA sec 3006
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 280; 40 CFR 761
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The revised financial responsibility test is intended to
improve the current test in predicting which firms will enter
bankruptcy and not be able to cover their financial obligations for
liability and closure costs of hazardous waste treatment, storage and
disposal facilities. A bankrupt firm may be unable to afford the proper
closure of a facility which would require the government to incur
response costs at the facility. The rule would also qualify owners and
operators of RCRA Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities which
must currently use more expensive ways, such as surety bonds or letters
of credit, of demonstrating financial assurance, to use the less
expensive corporate financial responsibility test for more of their
obligations. The combined savings from screening out riskier firms and
making the test more available to viable firms would be approximately
$19 million annually in public and private costs. These regulatory
amendments would have no effect on local or tribal governments.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/01/91 56 FR 30201
NPRM 10/12/94 59 FR 51523
Notice of Data Availability 12/00/03
Final Action 03/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 2647
Sectors Affected: 323110 Commercial Lithographic Printing; 323114 Quick
Printing; 325131 Inorganic Dye and Pigment Manufacturing; 325188 All
Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing; 325998 All Other
Miscellaneous Chemical Product Manufacturing; 331311 Alumina Refining;
325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing; 32551 Paint and
Coating Manufacturing; 32511 Petrochemical Manufacturing; 32512
Industrial Gas Manufacturing; 325188 All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical
Manufacturing; 325193 Ethyl Alcohol Manufacturing; 325199 All Other
Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing; 325998 All Other Miscellaneous
Chemical Product Manufacturing; 311942 Spice and Extract Manufacturing;
32411 Petroleum Refineries; 332813 Electroplating, Plating, Polishing,
Anodizing and
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Coloring; 33271 Machine Shops; 33299 All Other Fabricated Metal Product
Manufacturing; 333319 Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery
Manufacturing; 333999 All Other General Purpose Machinery
Manufacturing; 336399 All Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing; 334
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing; 336 Transportation
Equipment Manufacturing; 48422 Specialized Freight (except Used Goods)
Trucking, Local; 56211 Waste Collection; 22111 Electric Power
Generation; 221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation; 22132 Sewage
Treatment Facilities; 56292 Materials Recovery Facilities
Agency Contact: Dale Ruhter, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5303W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8192
Fax: 703 308-8609
Email: ruhter.date@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AC71
_______________________________________________________________________
3449. LAND DISPOSAL RESTRICTIONS; TREATMENT STANDARDS FOR SPENT
POTLINERS FROM PRIMARY ALUMINUM REDUCTION (K088) AND REGULATORY
CLASSIFICATION OF K088 VITRIFICATION UNITS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 6924
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 271
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On July 20, 2000, EPA proposed revised treatment standards
for K088 wastes. Specifically, the Agency proposed to lower the cyanide
treatment standard and reinstate a treatment standard for fluoride
nonwastewaters based on a deionized water leach test. Comments to the
proposed rule were significant and suggest that there are significant
treatment issues yet to be resolved for K088 waste. The Agency needs to
further assess the treatment universe for K088 and is considered
extending the possible date of a final rule or to investigate other
strategies both regulatory and non-regulatory to facilitate recycling
of spent aluminum potliners.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/12/00 65 FR 42937
Final Action 10/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4233
Sectors Affected: 3334 Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning and
Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing
Agency Contact: Elaine Eby, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8449
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: eby.elaine@epa.gov
Rick Brandes, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8871
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: brandes.william@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE65
_______________________________________________________________________
3450. NESHAPS: STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS FOR HAZARDOUS
WASTE COMBUSTORS -- PHASE II COVERING BOILERS AND CERTAIN INDUSTRIAL
FURNACES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6924 RCRA sec 3004; 42 USC 6925 RCRA sec 3005;
42 USC 7412 CAA sec 112; 42 USC 7414 CAA sec 114
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63; 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265;
40 CFR 266; 40 CFR 270
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Under the Clean Air Act (CAA), EPA is required to establish
National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPs) for
most hazardous waste combustors (HWCs) (i.e., incinerators, cement
kilns, boilers, and some types of smelting furnaces). In addition,
under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), EPA is
required to establish standards for all HWCs as necessary to ensure
protection of human health and the environment. The Agency is in the
process of developing a proposal to address boilers and possibly other
industrial furnaces, which combust hazardous wastes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM Cement Kilns & Lightweight
Aggregate Kilns & Incinerators 04/19/96 61 FR 17358
Final Action MACT Fasttrack 06/19/98 63 FR 33782
Final Action Cement Kilns &
LWAKs & Incinerators (Final-
Phase I) 09/30/99 64 FR 52828
NoDA NESHAPS Standards for HAPs
Boilers & Industrial Furnaces 07/27/00 65 FR 39581
NPRM Boilers & Other Industrial
Furnaces (Phase II) 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3333
Sectors Affected: 2123 Non-Metallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying; 2211
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution; 22132 Sewage
Treatment Facilities; 3241 Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing;
3271 Clay Product and Refractory Manufacturing; 3231 Printing and
Related Support Activities; 3251 Basic Chemical Manufacturing; 3252
Resin, Synthetic Rubber, and Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and
Filaments Manufacturing; 3253 Pesticide, Fertilizer and Other
Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing; 3254 Pharmaceutical and Medicine
Manufacturing; 3255 Paint, Coating, Adhesive, and Sealant
Manufacturing; 3259 Other Chemical Product Manufacturing; 3271 Clay
Product and Refractory Manufacturing; 3273 Cement and Concrete Product
Manufacturing; 3274 Lime, Gypsum and Gypsum Product Manufacturing; 3279
Other Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing; 3327 Machine Shops,
Turned Product, and Screw, Nut and Bolt Manufacturing; 3328 Coating,
Engraving, Heat Treating and Allied Activities; 3329 Other Fabricated
Metal Product Manufacturing; 3332 Industrial Machinery Manufacturing;
33351 Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing; 3339 Other General Purpose
Machinery Manufacturing;
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3341 Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing; 3342
Communications Equipment Manufacturing; 3343 Audio and Video Equipment
Manufacturing; 3344 Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component
Manufacturing; 3361 Motor Vehicle Manufacturing; 3362 Motor Vehicle
Body and Trailer Manufacturing; 3363 Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing;
4227 Petroleum and Petroleum Products Wholesalers
Agency Contact: Rhonda Minnick, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8771
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: minnick.rhonda@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE01
_______________________________________________________________________
3451. NESHAPS: STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS FOR HAZARDOUS
WASTE COMBUSTORS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 6924 RCRA sec 3004; 42 USC 6925 RCRA sec 3005;
42 USC 7412 CAA sec 112; 42 USC 7414 CAA sec 114
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63; 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265;
40 CFR 266; 40 CFR 270
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, June 14, 2005.
Abstract: Under the Clean Air Act (CAA), EPA is required to establish
National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPs) for
most hazardous waste combustors (HWCs) (i.e., incinerators, cement
kilns, boilers, and some types of recovery furnaces). In addition,
under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), EPA is
required to establish standards for all HWCs as necessary to ensure
protection of human health and the environment. Consequently, the
Agency established in the HWC Maximum Achievable Control Technology
(MACT) rule new emissions standards for cement kilns, lightweight
aggregate kilns, and incinerators under CAA authority on September 30,
1999 (64 FR 52828). Following promulgation, issues were raised by the
regulated community through informal comments and through litigation. A
clarification rule was proposed on July 3, 2001 (66 FR 35126). A final
rule changed and clarified a subset of the proposed amendments to the
final Phase I rule (February 14, 2002, 67 FR 6968). An interim final
rule was issued on February 13, 2002 to establish amendments to certain
implementation requirements (67 FR 6792). EPA plans to promulgate final
replacement standards to replace the interim standards promulgated on
February 13, 2002.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final - MACT Fasttrack 06/19/98 63 FR 33782
Final - Cement Kilns & LWAKs &
Incinerators (Final-Phase I) 09/30/99 64 FR 52828
Direct Final Rule - Phase 1
Amendments 07/03/01 66 FR 35087
Parallel Proposal to Direct
Final Rule 07/03/01 66 FR 35124
NPRM-Phase1 Phase I Amendments 07/03/01 66 FR 35126
Direct Final Rule - Partial
Denial 10/15/01 66 FR 52361
Final (Good Cause) - Emergency
Extension of Compliance Date 11/29/01 66 FR 63313
Final Action - Extension for
Compliance 12/06/01 66 FR 63313
Interim Final Standards for
Phase 1 Amendments Final rule
(Good Cause) 02/13/02 67 FR 6791
Final Rule Standards for HAPs
for HW Combustors - Phase 1
Amendments 02/14/02 67 FR 6967
NPRM 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4418
Sectors Affected: 2123 Non-Metallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying; 2211
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution; 22132 Sewage
Treatment Facilities; 3241 Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing;
3271 Clay Product and Refractory Manufacturing; 3231 Printing and
Related Support Activities; 3251 Basic Chemical Manufacturing; 3252
Resin, Synthetic Rubber, and Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and
Filaments Manufacturing; 3253 Pesticide, Fertilizer and Other
Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing; 3254 Pharmaceutical and Medicine
Manufacturing; 3255 Paint, Coating, Adhesive, and Sealant
Manufacturing; 3259 Other Chemical Product Manufacturing; 3271 Clay
Product and Refractory Manufacturing; 3273 Cement and Concrete Product
Manufacturing; 3274 Lime, Gypsum and Gypsum Product Manufacturing; 3279
Other Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing; 3327 Machine Shops,
Turned Product, and Screw, Nut and Bolt Manufacturing; 3328 Coating,
Engraving, Heat Treating and Allied Activities; 3332 Industrial
Machinery Manufacturing; 33351 Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing;
3339 Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing; 3341 Computer and
Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing; 3342 Communications Equipment
Manufacturing; 3343 Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing; 3344
Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing; 3361 Motor
Vehicle Manufacturing; 3362 Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer
Manufacturing; 3363 Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing; 4227 Petroleum
and Petroleum Products Wholesalers; 45431 Fuel Dealers
Agency Contact: Rhonda Minnick, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8771
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: minnick.rhonda@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE79
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_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Completed Actions
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3452. PAINT MANUFACTURING WASTES LISTING: HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM: IDENTIFICATION AND LISTING OF HAZARDOUS WASTE
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 302; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR
265
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 04/04/02 67 FR 16262
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Patricia Cohn
Phone: 703 308-8675
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: cohn.patricia@epa.gov
Narendra Chaudhari
Phone: 703 308-0454
Fax: 703 308-0514
Email: chaudhari.narendra@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE32
_______________________________________________________________________
3453. REQUIREMENTS FOR ZINC FERTILIZER MADE FROM RECYCLED HAZARDOUS
SECONDARY MATERIALS
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 266; 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 271
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 07/24/02 67 FR 48393
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Dave Fagan
Phone: 703 308-0603
Fax: 703 308-0513
Email: fagan.david@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE69
_______________________________________________________________________
3454. PROJECT XL SITE-SPECIFIC RULEMAKING FOR IMPLEMENTING WASTE
TREATMENT SYSTEMS AT TWO VIRGINIA LANDFILLS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 258
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 07/18/02 67 FR 47310
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Agency Contact: Douglas Heimlich
Phone: 202 566-2234
Fax: 202 566-2210
Email: heimlich.douglas@epa.gov
Dwight Hlustick
Phone: 703 308-8647
Fax: 703 308-8686
Email: hlustick.dwight@epa.gov
RIN: 2090-AA30
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Completed Actions
Oil Pollution Act (OPA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3455. OIL POLLUTION PREVENTION REGULATION: REVISIONS
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 112
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 07/17/02 67 FR 47042
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Agency Contact: Hugo Fleischman
Phone: 703 603-8769
Fax: 703 603-9116
Email: fleischman.hugo
RIN: 2050-AC62
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act
_______________________________________________________________________
3456. REPORTABLE QUANTITY ADJUSTMENTS FOR CARBAMATES AND CARBAMATE-
RELATED HAZARDOUS WASTE STREAMS; REPORTABLE QUANTITY ADJUSTMENT FOR
INORGANIC CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING PROCESS WASTE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 9602(a); 42 USC 11004
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 302; 40 CFR 355
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA has listed carbamate waste streams as hazardous wastes
under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). RCRA listed
wastes, by statute, automatically become hazardous substances under the
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
(CERCLA) and are assigned a one pound statutory reportable quantity
(RQ) until EPA adjusts them. These substances also become subject to
reporting requirements under the Emergency Planning and Community
Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) with a one pound threshold. EPA, in this
action, will propose RQ adjustments for the carbamates. Most RQ
adjustments are expected to be greater than one pound. Raising the RQs
for these substances would decrease the burden on 1) the regulated
community for complying with the reporting requirements under CERCLA
and EPCRA; 2) Federal, State, and local authorities for program
implementation; and 3) Federal, State, or local authorities, if they
release hazardous substances at the RQ level or greater.
In addition, we are seeking to propose an RQ adjustment for the
inorganic chemical manufacturing process waste (K178) that was proposed
for listing on 9/14/00 (65 FR 55684).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/00/03
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3423
Agency Contact: Frank Avvisato, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5204G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-8949
Fax: 703 603-9100
Email: avvisato.frank@epa.gov
Lynn Beasley, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 5204G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-9086
Fax: 703 603-9104
Email: beasley.lynn@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE12
_______________________________________________________________________
3457. [bull] CORRECTION OF ERRORS AND ADJUSTMENT OF CERCLA REPORTABLE
QUANTITIES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 9602-9603
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 302 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Agency is considering proposing corrections and other
changes to 40 CFR 302.4, the Designation of Hazardous Substances. The
proposal may include the correction of entries for individual
substances, entries for F- and K-waste streams and entries in appendix
A of 40 CFR 302.4. Other aspects of the proposal may include additional
substances as entries in table 302.4, appendix A to section 302.4, and
the table in section 302.6(b)(iii); removal of other entries from these
lists; and amendments to certain footnotes that explain entries in
table 302.4.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4737
Agency Contact: Lynn Beasley, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5204G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-9086
Fax: 703 603-9104
Email: beasley.lynn@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AF03
_______________________________________________________________________
3458. [bull] STANDARDS AND PRACTICES FOR CONDUCTING ``ALL APPROPRIATE
INQUIRY''
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 9607
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 312
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, January 11, 2004, Small Business
Liability Protection Act section 223, CERCLA 101(35)(B)(2)(ii).
Abstract: The Small Business Liability Relief and Brownfields
Revitalization Act amends CERCLA 101(35)(B) and includes new provisions
regarding the innocent landowner defense. As part of these provisions,
the Act addresses the need to conduct ``all appropriate inquiry'' to
establish that the property owner had no reason to know of any
contamination at the property when it is acquired. In the Act, Congress
directed EPA to develop regulations establishing standards and
practices for conducting ``all appropriate inquiry.'' Section
101(35)(B)(2)(iii) of the Act includes criteria that EPA is to include
in setting these standards and practices. This regulation will
establish the Federal standards for conducting ``all appropriate
inquiry,'' pursuant to the Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4739
Agency Contact: Patricia Overmeyer, Environmental Protection Agency,
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, 5105T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2774
Fax: 202 566-2757
Email: overmeyer.patricia@epa.gov
Helen Keplinger, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 2272A
Phone: 202 564-4221
Fax: 202 229-3954
Email: keplinger.helen@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AF04
_______________________________________________________________________
3459. [bull] CLARIFICATION TO INTERIM STANDARDS AND PRACTICES FOR ALL
APPROPRIATE INQUIRY UNDER CERCLA AND NOTICE OF FUTURE RULEMAKING ACTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 9601(35)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 312
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is pursuing a rule to explain and clarify a provision
included in recent amendments to the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). EPA plans to
addresses certain interim standards established in the Small Business
Liability Relief and Brownfields Revitalization Act (the Brownfields
Act) for conducting ``all appropriate inquiry,'' to establish
exemptions from liability under CERCLA or establish that a landowner
had no reason to know of contamination at a property under CERCLA
liability provisions prior to purchasing the property. The Brownfields
Act provides clarification of provisions related to CERCLA liability
for certain parties including contiguous property owners, prospective
purchasers, and innocent landowners. Among the requirements added to
CERCLA is the requirement that such parties undertake ``all appropriate
inquiry'' into prior ownership and use of certain property.
Under the Brownfields Act, Congress provided an interim standard for
conducting all appropriate inquiry, the American Society for Testing
and Materials (ASTM) standard known as Standard E1527-97 (entitled
Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessment: Phase 1
Environmental Site Assessment Process). This interim standard applies
to properties purchased after May 31, 1997, until EPA promulgates
regulations establishing standards and practices for conducting all
appropriate inquiry. The rule will clarify the interim requirements for
conducting ``all appropriate inquiry'' in the case of property
purchased on or after May 31, 1997, and the conduct of such activities
to establish an innocent landowner defense.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4740
Agency Contact: Patricia Overmeyer, Environmental Protection Agency,
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, 5105T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2774
Fax: 202 566-2757
Email: overmeyer.patricia@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AF05
_______________________________________________________________________
3460. REVISE 40 CFR PART 35 SUBPART O: COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS AND
SUPERFUND STATE CONTRACTS FOR SUPERFUND RESPONSE ACTIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 9601 to 9675
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 35 subpart O
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: 40 CFR part 35 subpart O is the Superfund Administrative
Regulation that governs awarding of Superfund cooperative agreements
(CAs) to States, Indian tribes, and territories of the United States.
Subpart O covers State-lead, site-specific cooperative agreements for
non-time-critical removal, preremedial, remedial, and enforcement
actions, and site-specific management assistance for federal-lead
projects. Also covered by subpart O are non-site-specific Core Program
and Voluntary Cleanup Program State infrastructure development, as well
as Brownfields pilots, and Brownfields assessments. The requirements
for Superfund State contracts, financial administration, property,
procurement, reporting, recordkeeping, and closeout are provided in
subpart O.
Subpart O was promulgated 6/5/1990, and became effective on 7/5/1990.
Many changes in the Superfund program have occurred over the past
almost ten years and these need to be reflected in subpart O. The six
categories of CAs presently used in subpart O need greater flexibility
to accommodate the new types of CAs that have developed. For example,
the number of Block Funding Reform pilots, begun in 1997, to
consolidate several of the cooperative agreements offered in subpart O,
has grown to about 16 for fiscal year 2000, and have generated at least
60 approved deviation requests from subpart O and 40 CFR part 31. These
pilot projects offer considerable administrative relief to States,
tribes, and EPA by reducing reporting requirements, broadening scope
changes without amendment, increasing the ability to move monies within
and among CAs, and relaxing application requirements regarding site-
specific identification of cooperative agreement funds to certain
activities, while maintaining site-specific drawdown requirements
needed for cost recovery and Superfund accounting. Subpart O also needs
to be conformed with part 31 (Uniform Administrative Requirements for
Grants and Cooperative Agreements).
EPA expects to institutionalize the combining of CA types, create more
flexible reporting requirements, permit greater scope changes without
amendment, provide more flexible money movement within and among CAs,
and other policy advances in State/tribal/EPA interaction.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4177
Agency Contact: Kirby Biggs, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5204W, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8506
Fax: 703 308-8433
Email: biggs.kirby@epa.gov
Stephen Caldwell, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 5204G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-8833
Fax: 703 603-9104
Email: caldwell.stephen@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE62
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act
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3461. NATIONAL PRIORITIES LIST FOR UNCONTROLLED HAZARDOUS WASTE SITES:
PROPOSED AND FINAL RULES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 9605 Superfund (CERCLA) sec 105
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 300.425
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will revise the sites included on the National
Priorities List (NPL) of uncontrolled waste sites in the National
Contingency Plan (NCP). CERCLA requires that the Agency revise the NPL
at least annually. Periodic revisions will allow EPA to include sites
on the NPL with known or threatened hazardous substance releases and to
delete sites that have been cleaned up.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 24 03/06/98 63 FR 11340
Final Action 20 03/06/98 63 FR 11332
NPRM 25 07/28/98 63 FR 40247
Final Action 21 07/28/98 63 FR 40182
Final Action (Tex-Tin Corp) 09/18/98 63 FR 49855
NPRM 26 09/29/98 63 FR 51882
Final Action 22 09/29/98 63 FR 51848
NPRM 27 01/19/99 64 FR 2950
Final Action 23 01/19/99 64 FR 2942
NPRM (Midnight Mine) 02/16/99 64 FR 7564
NPRM 28 04/23/99 64 FR 19968
NPRM (Almeda) 05/10/99 64 FR 24990
Final Action 24 05/10/99 64 FR 24949
NPRM 29 07/22/99 64 FR 39886
Final Action 25 07/22/99 64 FR 39878
NPRM 30 10/22/99 64 FR 56992
Final Action 10/22/99 64 FR 56966
NPRM 31 02/04/00 65 FR 5468
Final Action 26 02/04/00 65 FR 5435
NPRM 32 05/11/00 65 FR 30489
Final Action 28 05/11/00 65 FR 30482
NPRM 33 07/27/00 65 FR 46131
Final Action 29 07/27/00 65 FR 46096
NPRM Alabama/Malone 08/24/00 65 FR 51567
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NPRM 34 12/01/00 65 FR 75215
Final Action 30 12/01/00 65 FR 75179
NPRM 35 01/11/01 66 FR 2380
NPRM 36 06/14/01 66 FR 32287
Final Action 31 06/14/01 66 FR 32235
NPRM 37 09/13/01 66 FR 47612
Final Action 32 09/13/01 66 FR 47583
NPRM 02/26/02 67 FR 8836
NPRM 09/05/02 67 FR 56794
Final Rule 09/05/02 67 FR 56757
Next Action Undetermined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 3439
Agency Contact: Yolanda Singer, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5204G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-8835
Fax: 703 603-9100
Email: singer.yolanda@epa.gov
Terry Keidan, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and
Emergency Response, 5204G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-8852
Fax: 703 603-9104
Email: keidan.terry@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AD75
_______________________________________________________________________
3462. CRITERIA FOR THE DESIGNATION OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES UNDER CERCLA
SECTION 102(A)
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 9602
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 302.4
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will address the development of evaluation
criteria for the designation of substances as hazardous under CERCLA.
It is necessary to develop evaluation criteria because the Agency has
the authority under CERCLA 102(a) to designate substances as hazardous;
however, the Agency does not have criteria to do so. To date the only
substances designated as CERCLA hazardous substances are as a result of
their appearance on other Acts' lists defined under CERCLA 101(14).
Using CERCLA designation criteria the Agency may establish CERCLA
hazardous substances independently from other Acts, in the interest of
public health and the environment.
The purpose of this action is to have well thought-out criteria for
designating hazardous substances that may be applied to individual
substances for evaluation and decision as to whether or not the
substance should be appropriately designated a CERCLA 102(a) hazardous
substance. The Agency already has the authority to designate substances
as hazardous; in this action, criteria will be developed to implement
that authority.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4201
Agency Contact: Lynn Beasley, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5204G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-9086
Fax: 703 603-9104
Email: beasley.lynn@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE63
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3463. [bull] ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTING EXEMPTION FOR CERTAIN AIR RELEASES
OF NOX
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 9603
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 302.6(c)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Agency is considering proposing to administratively
exempt from reporting requirements the releases of certain NOx
emissions to air. This would eliminate reports from facilities emitting
NOx where the Agency has determined that the releases pose little or no
risk or to which a Federal response is infeasible or inappropriate.
Requiring reports of such releases would serve little or no useful
purpose and could, instead, impose a significant burden on the Federal
response system and on the persons responsible for notifying the
Federal government of the release.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4736
Agency Contact: Lynn Beasley, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid
Waste and Emergency Response, 5204G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-9086
Fax: 703 603-9104
Email: beasley.lynn@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AF02
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Completed Actions
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act
_______________________________________________________________________
3464. CORRECT TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS AND REMOVE OBSOLETE LANGUAGE IN 40
CFR PART 302
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 302 (Revision)
Completed:
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Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/09/02 67 FR 45440
Direct Final Rule 07/09/02 67 FR 45314
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lynn Beasley
Phone: 703 603-9086
Fax: 703 603-9104
Email: beasley.lynn@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE88
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Prerule Stage
Clean Water Act (CWA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3465. CLEAN WATER ACT DEFINITION OF WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 118 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AB74
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
Clean Water Act (CWA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3466. REVISIONS TO THE NATIONAL OIL AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES POLLUTION
CONTINGENCY PLAN; SUBPART J PRODUCT SCHEDULE LISTING REQUIREMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321(d)(2); CWA section 311(d)(2)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 300
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will propose revisions to subpart J of the
National Contingency Plan (NCP) (40 CFR part 300.900). Section
311(d)(2)(G) of the Clean Water Act requires that EPA prepare a
schedule of dispersants, other chemicals, and other spill mitigating
devices and substances, if any, that may be used in carrying out the
NCP. Under subpart J, respondents wishing to add a product to the
product schedule must submit technical product data specified in 40 CFR
300.915 to EPA. This rulemaking will propose revisions to subpart J to
clarify and change protocols for effectiveness and toxicity testing. It
will clarify EPA authority to remove products from the product
schedule. These changes will help ensure protection of the environment
when these products are used to clean up and mitigate oil spills into
or upon navigable waters, adjoining shorelines, the waters of the
contiguous zone, or which may affect natural resources belonging to or
under the exclusive management authority of the United States.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4526
Sectors Affected: 54 Professional, Scientific and Technical Services;
3259 Other Chemical Product Manufacturing; 325 Chemical Manufacturing;
3251 Basic Chemical Manufacturing
Agency Contact: William Nick Nichols, Environmental Protection Agency,
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, 5203G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-9918
Fax: 703 603-9116
Email: nichols.nick@epa.gov
David Lopez, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency
Response, 5203G, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-8707
Fax: 703 603-9116
Email: lopez.david@epa.gov
RIN: 2050-AE87
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3467. WATER QUALITY STANDARDS FOR ALABAMA--PHASE II
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1313 CWA 303
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 131
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 15, 2002, See additional
information.
Abstract: Under the CWA, States have primary authority in developing
water quality standards for waters within their jurisdiction. EPA
maintains oversight authority in that States must submit their water
quality standards to EPA for review and approval or disapproval. If a
State's water quality standards are not consistent with the
requirements of the CWA and its supporting regulations, and are
subsequently disapproved by EPA, the State must revise the disapproved
water quality standards. If the State does not revise the disapproved
water quality standards, the CWA requires the EPA Administrator to
promulgate Federal water quality standards to supersede those
disapproved provisions in the states' water quality standards. EPA is
developing a proposed rule to determine the appropriate use
designations for seven waterbodies in Alabama that EPA disapproved in
1986 and 1991.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/02
Final Action 05/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4264
Agency Contact: Fritz Wagner, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
Region04, Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 404 562-9267
Jim Keating, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4305T, Washington,
DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0383
Fax: 202 566-0409
Email: keating.jim@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD35
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3468. TEST PROCEDURES FOR THE ANALYSIS OF CO-PLANAR AND MONO-ORTHO-
SUBSTITUTED POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS (PCBS) UNDER THE CLEAN WATER ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h); 33 USC 1361(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136; 40 CFR 503
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action would propose to amend the Guidelines
Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants under 40
CFR
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parts 136 and 503 to approve EPA Method 1668 for the congener-specific
determination of co-planar and mono-ortho-substituted polychlorinated
biphenyls (PCBs) in effluent, ambient water, and sludge. This method is
necessary for the implementation of water quality-based permits under
the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) of the
Clean Water Act. Water quality-based permits are necessary when
technology-based controls do not ensure that a particular water body
would meet the State's designated water quality standard. At present
there is no EPA analytical method for determination of these PCBs at
the levels of concern. Therefore, approval of a new EPA test procedure
is necessary.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/03
Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4049
Agency Contact: William A. Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Maria Gomez-Taylor, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T
Phone: 202 566-1005
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: gomez-taylor.maria@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD09
_______________________________________________________________________
3469. TEST PROCEDURES FOR THE ANALYSIS OF MERCURY UNDER THE CLEAN WATER
ACT (METHOD 245.7)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: CWA 304(h); CWA 501(a); 33 USC 1314(h); 33 USC 1361(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136.3(IB)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action would propose to amend the Guidelines
Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants under 40
CFR part 136 to approve a new analytical test procedure (method) for
the determination of mercury in the wastewater program as authorized
under the Clean Water Act (CWA). This new test procedure is capable of
measuring mercury at low parts-per-trillion (ppt; ng/L) concentrations
and would be an alternative to the recently promulgated EPA Method
1631, which also determines mercury at low ppt concentrations. EPA
Method 245.7 uses similar technology to EPA Method 1631 (cold vapor
atomic fluorescence spectrometry), but it does not require the use of a
gold trap. Laboratories claim that EPA Method 245.7 is a less
burdensome and more cost-effective method than EPA Method 1631.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/03
Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4377
Agency Contact: William A. Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Maria Gomez-Taylor, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T
Phone: 202 566-1005
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: gomez-taylor.maria@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD52
_______________________________________________________________________
3470. REVISIONS TO METHOD DETECTION AND QUANTIFICATION FOR USE UNDER THE
CLEAN WATER ACT AND SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h); 33 USC 1361(a); 42 USC 300f; 42 USC
300j
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136(b)
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, February 28, 2003, Settlement
Agreement.
Final, Judicial, September 30, 2004, Settlement Agreement.
Abstract: This regulatory action would propose to amend the guidelines
establishing test procedures for the analysis of pollutants under 40
CFR part 136 related to the detection and quantification procedures
currently used by EPA for analytes regulated in the wastewater program
as authorized under the Clean Water Act (CWA) and in the drinking water
program under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). The current method
detection limit (MDL) procedure is set forth at 40 CFR part 136,
appendix B. EPA has not promulgated a generic procedure for
quantification but it uses the minimum level of quantitation (ML) in
its wastewater program and the practical quantitation level (PQL) in
its drinking water program. The ML is defined in analytical methods and
is generally set at 3.18 times the MDL. The PQL is generally set at
five to ten times the MDL. The Office of Water has been working to
revise and refine these concepts in response to the need to regulate
pollutants at low levels (often levels that are lower than measurement
capabilities will allow) and to address other potential approaches to
detection and quantification, including concepts being introduced by
outside organizations such as voluntary consensus standards bodies
(VCSBs). The rulemaking would also reevaluate the current MDL and
quantification approaches and assess alternative approaches.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/00/03
Final Action 09/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4378
Agency Contact: Charles E. White, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1017
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: white.charles-e@epa.gov
Maria Gomez-Taylor, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T
Phone: 202 566-1005
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: gomez-taylor.maria@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD53
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3471. TEST PROCEDURES: NEW AND UPDATED TEST PROCEDURES FOR THE ANALYSIS
OF POLLUTANTS UNDER THE CLEAN WATER ACT AND SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h); 33 USC 1361(a); 42 USC 300f; 42 USC
300g-1; 42 USC 300j-4; 42 USC 300j-9(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action would amend the ``Guidelines
Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants'' under 40
CFR Parts 136 and 141 to approve new and updated EPA methods for
wastewater, ambient water quality, and drinking water, including new
and updated versions of methods from voluntary consensus standards
bodies and other organizations. These methods are used to comply with
monitoring requirements in the wastewater, ambient water quality and/or
drinking water programs, as authorized under the Clean Water Act (CWA)
and Safe Drinking Water Act. This regulation would propose new methods
for metals such as Method 1638 (which utilizes ICP/MS), new methods for
chemical pollutants (e.g., Method 245.7), and updated methods for
chemical and biological pollutants (e.g., Methods 625 and 1625),
including methods from voluntary consensus standards bodies (VCSBs),
and from other external organizations. The new and updated methods
include methods from organizations such as the American Society for
Testing and Materials (ASTM), Standard Methods, Association of Official
Analytical Methods-International, and U.S. Geological Survey.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/03
Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4540
Agency Contact: William A. Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Maria Gomez-Taylor, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T
Phone: 202 566-1005
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: gomez-taylor.maria@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD71
_______________________________________________________________________
3472. MINIMIZING ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FROM COOLING WATER INTAKE
STRUCTURES AT EXISTING FACILITIES UNDER SECTION 316(B) OF THE CLEAN
WATER ACT, PHASE 3
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 136 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AD70
_______________________________________________________________________
3473. NPDES PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR MUNICIPAL SANITARY AND COMBINED
SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEMS, MUNICIPAL SATELLITE COLLECTION SYSTEMS,
SANITARY SEWER OVERFLOWS, AND PEAK EXCESS FLOW TREATMENT FACILITIES
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 133 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AD02
_______________________________________________________________________
3474. OCEAN DISCHARGES CRITERIA REVISIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1343 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 125.121(a); 40 CFR 125.121(e); 40 CFR 125.122; 40
CFR 125.123; 40 CFR 125.124
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing to modify the existing regulations
implementing the ocean protection provisions of section 403 of the
Clean Water Act. A key element of the proposed rule would provide for
establishment of baseline water quality standards for ocean waters
beyond three miles offshore. These waters, designated ``Healthy Ocean
Waters,'' would be protected by both a narrative statement of desired
quality and pollutant-specific numeric criteria. The proposed rule also
would strengthen the requirements for a permit to discharge to any
ocean waters, and would create a process for establishing Special Ocean
Sites (SOSs), which are areas within ocean waters that are of
outstanding value, where new and significantly expanded discharges
would be prohibited. The proposed rule will enhance the protection of
the ocean environment and meet the goals of the Executive Order on
Marine Protected Areas (E.O. 13158).
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/03
Final Action 04/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4446
Sectors Affected: 21111 Oil and Gas Extraction; 22132 Sewage Treatment
Facilities; 221111 Hydroelectric Power Generation; 221112 Fossil Fuel
Electric Power Generation; 42271 Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals;
325412 Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing; 311711 Seafood Canning
Agency Contact: David Redford, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4504T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1288
Fax: 202 566-1546
James Woodley, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4504T, 4504T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1287
Fax: 202 566-1546
Email: woodley.james@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD60
_______________________________________________________________________
3475. WATERSHED RULE: TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD (TMDL) PROGRAM REVISIONS
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 137 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AD82
_______________________________________________________________________
3476. [bull] WITHDRAWAL OF TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD (TMDL) PROGRAM
REVISIONS
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 138 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AD84
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3477. [bull] NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM PERMIT
REQUIREMENTS FOR MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT DURING WET WEATHER
CONDITIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122.41(m)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: During periods of wet weather, wastewater flows received by
municipal sewage treatment plants can significantly increase.
Significant increases in wastewater flow caused by wet weather
conditions can create operational challenges for sewage treatment
facilities. Where peak flows approach or exceed the design capacity of
a treatment plant they can seriously reduce treatment efficiency or
damage treatment units. In addition to hydraulic concerns, wastewater
associated with peak flows may have low organic strength, which can
also decrease treatment efficiencies. EPA plans to clarify NPDES
requirements for municipal sewage treatment plants regarding treatment
of peak flows generated during wet weather conditions. This action
would provide principles under which peak wet weather discharges from
POTWs that consist of effluent routed around biological treatment units
blended together with the effluent from the biological units prior to
discharge can be authorized in an NPDES permit.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4690
Sectors Affected: 22132 Sewage Treatment Facilities
Agency Contact: Kevin Weiss, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4203M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0742
Fax: 202 564-6392
Email: weiss.kevin@epa.gov
Ross Brennan, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4203, 4203M
Phone: 202 564-0723
Fax: 202 564-6392
Email: brennan.ross@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD87
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage
Clean Water Act (CWA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3478. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE METAL PRODUCTS AND
MACHINERY CATEGORY, PHASES 1 AND 2
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 145 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AB79
_______________________________________________________________________
3479. NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM PERMIT REGULATION
AND EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR CONCENTRATED ANIMAL FEEDING
OPERATIONS (CAFOS)
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 146 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AD19
_______________________________________________________________________
3480. TEST PROCEDURES FOR ANALYSIS FOR BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINANTS UNDER
CLEAN WATER ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h) CWA 304(h); 33 USC 1361 CWA 501(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action would amend the guidelines
establishing test procedures for the analysis of pollutants under 40
CFR part 136 to approve EPA Method 1622 and to approve microbiological
methods for monitoring ambient water for the detection of
Cryptosporidium, Giardiai, E. coli and Enterococci. in ambient waters
by filtration of a 10-L sample in laboratory, separation of target
organisms from other debris using immunomagnetic separation, and
detection of the organisms using immunofluorescence assay and
differential interference contrast microscopy and confirmation
examination of the organisms using vital dye stains. This proposed
regulation would approve test procedures to be available for use by
testing laboratories.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/30/01 66 FR 45811
Final Action 01/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4047
Agency Contact: Robin K. Oshiro, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1075
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: oshiro.robin@epa.gov
Maria Gomez-Taylor, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T
Phone: 202 566-1005
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: gomez-taylor.maria@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD08
_______________________________________________________________________
3481. TEST PROCEDURES: CLEAN WATER ACT AND SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT
METHODS UPDATE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h); 33 USC 1361(a); 42 USC 300 g-1; 42 USC
300f(1); 42 USC 300j-4; 42 USC 300j-9(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136; 40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 143
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action would amend the Guidelines
Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants under 40
CFR part 136, National Primary Drinking Water Regulations under 40 CFR
part 141, and
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National Secondary Drinking Water Regulations under 40 CFR part 143 to
approve updated versions of analytical test procedures (methods) from
voluntary consensus standards bodies and other organizations. These
methods are used to comply with monitoring requirements in the
wastewater and drinking water programs, as authorized under the Clean
Water Act (CWA) and the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). This regulation
would approve updated versions of methods for determination of
chemical, radiological, and microbiological pollutants in wastewater
and drinking water. The updates are to methods from voluntary consensus
standards bodies (the American Society for Testing and Materials and
Standard Methods) and from the U.S. Geological Survey and the
Department of Energy. Previously approved versions of the methods being
updated remain approved. Because EPA received adverse comments on the
direct final rule published on January 16, 2001, the Agency withdrew
the direct final on May 15, 2001. EPA plans to issue a final rulemaking
addressing the adverse comments by November 2002, based on a companion
proposal to the direct final rule.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 01/16/01 66 FR 3466
Notice of Withdrawal of Direct
Final Rule 05/15/01 66 FR 26795
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4409
Agency Contact: William A. Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Khouane Ditthavong, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1068
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: ditthavong.khouane@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD59
_______________________________________________________________________
3482. TEST PROCEDURES FOR THE ANALYSIS OF MERCURY UNDER THE CLEAN WATER
ACT (REVISIONS TO METHOD 1631)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h); 33 USC 1361(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136.3
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2001, Settlement
agreement.
Final, Judicial, September 30, 2002, Settlement agreement.
Abstract: This action would amend EPA Method 1631 to add new
requirements for clean techniques and quality control (QC) beyond those
specified in EPA Method 1631 for the determination of mercury at water
quality criteria levels. EPA Method 1631 was promulgated at 40 CFR 136
in June 1999. Later that year, the Alliance of Automobile
Manufacturers, the Chemical Manufacturers Association, and the Utility
Water Act Group (Petitioners) filed a petition for judicial review of
the final rule. One of the issues in the petition related to the clean
sampling techniques and QC requirements in the Method. As part of a
Settlement Agreement in October 2000, EPA agreed to sign a Federal
Register notice proposing additional clean techniques and QC
requirements for Method 1631 by September 30, 2001, and to take final
action by September 30, 2002.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action Technical
Correction 06/18/01 66 FR 32774
NPRM 10/09/01 66 FR 51518
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4541
Agency Contact: William Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Khouane Ditthavong, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1068
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: ditthavong.khouane@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD72
_______________________________________________________________________
3483. RULE TO REVISE AND TO RATIFY OR WITHDRAW WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY
TEST METHODS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h); 33 USC 1361(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136.3
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 24, 2001, Settlement
Agreement.
Final, Judicial, November 8, 2002, Settlement Agreement.
Abstract: This regulatory action would amend the Guidelines
Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants under 40
CFR part 136 by revising several whole effluent toxicity (WET) test
methods and by ratifying or withdrawing WET test methods listed in
Table IA for use under the Clean Water Act. These methods were
promulgated on October 16, 1995 (60 FR 53529). The regulation is needed
to satisfy the terms of two settlement agreements (entered into by EPA
and Edison Electric Institute, et al., and Western Coalition of Arid
States on July 24, 1998; and entered into by EPA and Lone Star Steel in
January, 1997). This action will amend the 1995 rule by revising three
WET method manuals, and by ratifying or withdrawing each of the WET
test methods challenged in the settlement agreements from these three
manuals. Specific revisions include: the requirement of blocking by
parentage in Method 1002, the requirement for demonstration of valid
concentration-response relationships, the inclusion of specific
procedures to control pH drift, and the inclusion of procedures to
reduce pathogenic interferences in Method 1000.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/28/01 66 FR 49794
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4514
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Agency Contact: William A. Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Marion Kelly, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1045
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: kelly.marion@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD73
_______________________________________________________________________
3484. MINIMIZING ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FROM COOLING WATER INTAKE
STRUCTURES AT EXISTING FACILITIES UNDER SECTION 316(B) OF THE CLEAN
WATER ACT, PHASE 2
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 147 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AD62
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3485. COMPARISON OF DREDGED MATERIAL TO REFERENCE SEDIMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1344CWA sec 404
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 230
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action would revise the testing provisions of the Clean
Water Act section 404(b)(1) Guidelines to provide for comparisons
between dredged material proposed for discharge and reference sediment.
Reference sediment would be defined as sediment that reflects
conditions at the disposal site had no dredged material disposal ever
occurred there. Because the disposal site itself is currently used as
the point of comparison, this action would make a technical improvement
in assessing cumulative impacts and help make dredged material testing
under section 404 more consistent with that conducted for ocean
disposal, which currently employs a reference sediment approach. This
action is not expected to have a significant impact on state, local, or
tribal governments or small business, as the action will be limited to
Corps projects and permit applications for which dredged material
testing is necessary, and because the effect of the action will be
limited to changing the location of an otherwise collected sample.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/04/95 60 FR 419
Final Action 12/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3288
Agency Contact: John Goodin, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4502T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1373
Fax: 202 566-1375
Email: goodin.john@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AC14
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3486. ROUND 2 STANDARDS FOR THE USE OR DISPOSAL OF SEWAGE SLUDGE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1345 CWA sec 405; 33 USC 1361(a) CWA sec 501(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 503 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 15, 1999.
Final, Judicial, October 17, 2003.
Abstract: This rulemaking concerns dioxin and dioxin-like compounds in
sewage sludge that is applied to the land. Section 405 of the Clean
Water Act (CWA) requires EPA to promulgate regulations providing
guidelines for the use and disposal of sewage sludge, including numeric
standards for toxic pollutants which may adversely affect human health
and the environment and management practices. EPA promulgated the first
round of regulations, which set standards for toxic pollutants in
sewage sludge for which information was available and management
practices for land application, surface disposal and incineration of
sewage sludge. (58 FR 9248, Feb. 19, 1993). EPA proposed the second
round of regulations, for other toxic pollutants not regulated in the
first round, of regulations, for other toxic pollutants not regulated
in the first round, in December 1999 (64 FR 72045, Dec. 23, 1999). The
proposed rule would establish a limit of 300 nanograms of TEQ dioxins
per kilogram of dry sewage sludge for land application along with
monitoring requirements. The proposal also proposed to take no
regulatory action with respect to dioxins in sewage sludge that is
disposed of at a surface disposal site or incinerated in a sewage
sludge incinerator. EPA signed a final notice of its determination not
to further regulate for dioxins in sewage sludge that is disposed of at
a surface disposal site or incinerated in a sewage sludge incinerator,
and stated that final action on the proposal to amend the land
application rule will be published separately at a later date. (66 FR
66228, Dec. 21, 2001). The deadline for taking final action on the land
application rule is subject to a consent decree deadline of October 17,
2003.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/23/99 64 FR 72045
Notice of Data Availability re:
Land Application 06/12/02 67 FR 40554
Final Action Land Application 10/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3488
Agency Contact: Alan B. Rubin, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4304T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1125
Fax: 202 566-1139
Email: rubin.alan@epa.gov
Anthony Maciorowski, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4304T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1113
Fax: 202 566-1140
Email: maciorowski.anthony@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AC25
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3487. MODIFICATION TO COMPETITIVE PROCESS USED BY EPA FOR WATER QUALITY
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS AND WETLAND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT GRANTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 sec 104
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 35.362; 40 CFR 35.382
Legal Deadline: None
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Abstract: EPA is proposing to modify the requirement that a competitive
process be used for the award of Water Quality Cooperative Agreements
(WQCA) and Wetland Program Development Grants (WPDG). The proposed
modification would provide Regions with the discretion to allocate a
portion of WQCA and WPDG funds to States in accordance with program
guidance instead of awarding funds based on a competition among States.
The proposed changes would provide State, interstate, and local
agencies greater flexibility in developing comprehensive programs.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 09/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 4624
Agency Contact: Barry Benroth, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4204M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0672
Fax: 202 501-2397
Email: benroth.barry@epa.gov
Donna An, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4502T, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 566-1384
Fax: 202 566-1349
Email: an.donna@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD83
_______________________________________________________________________
3488. [bull] REVISIONS TO MINIMIZING ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS FROM
COOLING WATER INTAKE STRUCTURES UNDER SECTION 316(B) OF THE CLEAN WATER
ACT -- PHASE I
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 125 subpart I
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will make three minor technical corrections to
the final rule implementing section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act (CWA)
for new facilities that use water withdrawn from rivers, streams,
lakes, reservoirs, estuaries, oceans or other waters of the United
States for cooling purposes. (EPA published the final rule on December
18, 2001, 66 FR 65256.) The final rule established national technology-
based performance requirements applicable to the location, design,
construction, and capacity of cooling water intake structures at new
facilities. The regulatory language did not correctly reflect EPA's
intent in three minor instances. Therefore, EPA will make three minor
changes to the regulatory text: (1) delete inadvertent requirement that
quarterly monitoring occur at a low-flow condition that occurs once
every ten years; (2) clarify that the permit director will consider
information from fishery agencies about whether certain requirements
should be put in a permit, not allow the fishery manager to make the
determination; and (3) delete unnecessary cross references between the
Track 2 compliance option and the alternative requirements provision.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4726
Sectors Affected: 221111 Hydroelectric Power Generation; 221112 Fossil
Fuel Electric Power Generation; 221113 Nuclear Electric Power
Generation; 221119 Other Electric Power Generation; 221121 Electric
Bulk Power Transmission and Control; 221122 Electric Power
Distribution; 111991 Sugar Beet Farming; 11193 Sugarcane Farming; 21221
Iron Ore Mining; 212391 Potash, Soda, and Borate Mineral Mining; 311221
Wet Corn Milling; 311311 Sugarcane Mills; 311312 Cane Sugar Refining;
311313 Beet Sugar Manufacturing; 311222 Soybean Processing; 311225 Fats
and Oils Refining and Blending; 31214 Distilleries; 312229 Other
Tobacco Product Manufacturing; 31221 Tobacco Stemming and Redrying;
31321 Broadwoven Fabric Mills; 321912 Cut Stock, Resawing Lumber, and
Planing; 321113 Sawmills; 321918 Other Millwork (including Flooring );
321999 All Other Miscellaneous Wood Product Manufacturing; 321212
Softwood Veneer and Plywood Manufacturing; 321219 Reconstituted Wood
Product Manufacturing; 3221 Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills; 322121
Paper (except Newsprint) Mills; 32213 Paperboard Mills; 322121 Paper
(except Newsprint) Mills
Agency Contact: Deborah G. Nagle, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1063
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: nagle.deborah@epa.gov
Tom Wall, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T
Phone: 202 566-1060
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: wall.thomas@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD85
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions
Clean Water Act (CWA)
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3489. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND
DEVELOPMENT INDUSTRY
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect State, local or tribal
governments.
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1311 CWA 301; 33 USC 1314 CWA 304; 33 USC 1316
CWA 306; 33 USC 1317 CWA 307; 33 USC 1318 CWA 308; 33 USC 1342 CWA 402;
33 USC 1361 CWA 501
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 450
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 15, 2002.
Final, Judicial, March 31, 2004.
Abstract: The effluent guidelines will apply to some construction
activities associated with new development, as well as to those
associated with redevelopment activities. The regulations will address
storm water runoff from construction sites during the active phase of
construction. Construction activity is a major source of sediment and
other pollutants discharged to the nation's waters. Industries
potentially affected by this rulemaking include land developers, home
builders, builders of commercial and industrial property, and other
private and public sector construction site owners and operators. EPA
will develop design criteria for erosion and sediment controls. These
requirements will be implemented in NPDES storm water permits issued to
construction site owners and operators.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/24/02 67 FR 42644
Final Action 03/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4280
Sectors Affected: 233 Building, Developing and General Contracting; 234
Heavy Construction
Agency Contact: Eric Strassler, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1026
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: strassler.eric@epa.gov
Jesse Pritts, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1038
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: pritts.jesse@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD42
_______________________________________________________________________
3490. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE PULP, PAPER, AND
PAPERBOARD POINT SOURCE CATEGORY, DISSOLVING KRAFT AND DISSOLVING
SULFITE SUBCATEGORIES (PHASE III)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1311; 33 USC 1314; 33 USC 1316; 33 USC 1317; 33
USC 1318; 33 USC 1342; 33 USC 1361
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 430.10 to 430.18; 40 CFR 430.40 to 430.48
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On December 17, 1993, EPA proposed revised effluent
limitations, guidelines and standards and best management practices
regulations for the Dissolving Kraft and Dissolving Sulfite
Subcategories of the Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Point Source Category
(40 CFR Part 430). This action, which OW refers to as Phase III of the
Cluster Rules, will respond to comments and reflect new data. There are
five domestic mills in these two subcategories. The final rule is
anticipated to set limits for adsorbable organic halides (AOX),
chemical oxygen demand (COD), chloroform, dioxin, furan, and 12
specific chlorinated phenolics.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/17/93 58 FR 66078
Final Action 09/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4370
Sectors Affected: 3221 Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard Mills
Agency Contact: Don Anderson, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1021
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: anderson.donaldf@epa.gov
Ahmar Siddiqui, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1044
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: siddiqui.ahmar@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD49
_______________________________________________________________________
3491. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE CONCENTRATED AQUATIC
ANIMAL PRODUCTION INDUSTRY
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: CWA sec 301; CWA sec 304; CWA sec 306; CWA sec 307;
CWA sec 308; CWA sec 318; CWA sec 402; CWA sec 501
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 451
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, August 14, 2002.
Final, Judicial, June 30, 2004.
Abstract: EPA is focusing new efforts to help reduce nutrient loadings
from commercial agricultural and industrial operations nationwide.
Currently, there are no federal technology-based standards for aquatic
animal production facilities, which are part of the aquaculture
industry. This action is a new effort to develop pollutant controls in
the form of nationally applicable discharge standards for commercial
and public aquaculture operations. In assessments of surface water
quality, States most frequently cite siltation, nutrients, and
pathogens as the major cause of water quality impairment. With the
growth of the aquaculture industry, and inconsistent state of
regulatory oversight, EPA will examine available technologies for the
control of solids which in turn control other pollutants, primarily
nutrients. This action was formerly titled Aquaculture.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/12/02 67 FR 57871
Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4406
Sectors Affected: 112511 Finfish Farming and Fish Hatcheries; 112512
Shellfish Farming; 112519 Other Animal Aquaculture; 71213 Zoos and
Botanical Gardens
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Agency Contact: Marta E. Jordan, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1049
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: jordan.marta@epa.gov
Marvin Rubin, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, WH-552, 4303T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1050
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: rubin.marvin@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD55
_______________________________________________________________________
3492. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE MEAT AND POULTRY
PRODUCTS POINT SOURCE CATEGORY (REVISIONS)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1311; 33 USC 1314; 33 USC 1316; 33 USC 1317; 33
USC 1318; 33 USC 1361; 33 USC 1342
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 432 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, January 30, 2002.
Final, Judicial, December 31, 2003.
Abstract: The Agency has proposed revisions to the effluent limitations
guidelines and standards for the meat and poultry products point source
category. The current regulations, at 40 CFR 432, are more than 20
years old and are limited to a few conventional pollutants. Recent
concerns about nutrient discharges from these facilities might be
resolved by these additional effluent limitations. In particular, the
current regulations do not address ammonia nitrogen for red meat
slaughterhouses/packinghouses (subparts A-D). Nutrients are a
significant remaining water quality problem for impaired streams.
Revisions to the current regulations also include effluent limitations
for poultry processing, which is not currently covered by any effluent
guideline.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/25/02 67 FR 8582
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4407
Sectors Affected: 311611 Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering; 311612
Meat Processed from Carcasses; 311613 Rendering and Meat By-product
Processing; 311615 Poultry Processing
Agency Contact: Samantha Lewis, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1058
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: lewis.samantha@epa.gov
Marvin Rubin, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, WH-552, 4303T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1050
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: rubin.marvin@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD56
_______________________________________________________________________
3493. WATER QUALITY STANDARDS FOR INDIAN COUNTRY WATERS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1251 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 131; 40 CFR 121.17 (New); 40 CFR 122.4 (Amended);
40 CFR 123.1 (Amended); 40 CFR 131.4 (Amended); 40 CFR 131.40 (New); 40
CFR 230.10 (Amended); 40 CFR 233.1 (Amended); 40 CFR 233.51 (Amended)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is considering proposing a national rule containing core
federal water quality standards (WQS) to support tailored, site-
specific decisions for certain waters in Indian country that do not
have EPA-approved Tribal standards. EPA is contemplating this rule as a
first step towards ensuring that the core Clean Water Act (CWA)
framework for protecting water quality is in place for all such waters.
The core federal water quality standards would establish: use
designations consistent with CWA section 101(a) goals, cultural and
traditional, and other uses; water quality criteria for protecting the
designated uses; and an antidegradation policy designed to protect
water quality. Such standards would provide a basis for EPA (in
consultation with a Tribe) to affect pollution discharges occurring
upstream from Tribal waters, provide a basis for including water
quality based limitations or conditions in permits or certifications
for discharges within Indian country; and provide the basis for
establishing Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) for Indian country
waters. A federal promulgation would not prevent Tribes from developing
their own standards. The Office of Management and Budget reviewed the
proposal and returned it to EPA on October 2, 2001, for further
consideration and analysis. EPA is considering how to proceed.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4344
Agency Contact: Fred Leutner, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4305, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0378
Fax: 202 260-9830
Email: leutner.fred@epa.gov
Edward Hanlon, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4305,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0765
Fax: 202 566-0409
Email: hanlon.edward@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD46
_______________________________________________________________________
3494. TEST PROCEDURES FOR THE ANALYSIS OF TRACE METALS UNDER THE CLEAN
WATER ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h) CWA 304(h); 33 USC 1361(a) CWA 501
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action would propose to amend the guidelines
establishing test procedures for the analysis of pollutants under 40
CFR part 136 to approve new EPA methods for the determination of trace
metals at EPA's water quality criteria levels. These methods are
necessary for the implementation of water quality-based permits under
the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) of the
Clean Water Act. Water quality-based permits are necessary when
technology-based controls do not ensure that a particular water body
would meet the State's designated
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water quality standard. Because the methods currently approved under 40
CFR part 136 were designed to support primarily technology-based
permitting needs, and because these technology-based levels are as much
as 280 times higher than water quality-based criteria for metals,
approval of new EPA test procedures is necessary.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3702
Agency Contact: William A. Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Maria Gomez-Taylor, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T
Phone: 202 566-1005
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: gomez-taylor.maria@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AC75
_______________________________________________________________________
3495. TEST PROCEDURES: INCREASED METHOD FLEXIBILITY FOR TEST PROCEDURES
APPROVED FOR CLEAN WATER ACT COMPLIANCE MONITORING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h) CWA 304 (h); 33 USC 1361(a) CWA 501 (a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action would highlight the flexibility
already contained in the 600 and 1600 series of EPA Methods that are
currently approved for Clean Water Act compliance monitoring under 40
CFR part 136, Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis
of Pollutants. These methods typically contain a statement that, in
recognition of advances that are occurring in analytical technology,
and to allow the analyst to overcome sample matrix interferences, the
analyst is permitted certain options to improve separations or lower
the costs of measurements. These options include alternate extraction,
concentration, cleanup procedures, and changes in columns and
detectors. The methods further require the analyst to demonstrate that
the method modifications will not adversely affect the quality of data
by generating quality control results that meet the specifications
contained in the method. Despite this stated flexibility, the Agency
has found that many NPDES and pretreatment permitting authorities are
not aware of this flexibility when issuing or enforcing NPDES and
pretreatment permits. Therefore, this regulatory action will highlight
the existing method flexibility and clarify EPA's position regarding
its application. This action will also extend this flexibility to other
methods currently approved under 40 CFR part 136. The purpose of
extending this flexibility to other methods is to (1) increase
consistency between methods, (2) provide for increased recognition of
advances in analytical technology, and (3) reduce costs associated with
analytical measurements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM To Be Determined
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3714
Agency Contact: William A. Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Khouane Ditthavong, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1068
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: ditthavong.khouane@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AC92
_______________________________________________________________________
3496. TEST PROCEDURES: PERFORMANCE-BASED MEASUREMENT SYSTEM (PBMS)
PROCEDURES AND GUIDANCE FOR CLEAN WATER ACT TEST PROCEDURES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h) CWA 304(h); 33 USC 1361(a) CWA 501(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action would establish the use of
performance-based measurement procedures and guidance for use in Clean
Water Act compliance monitoring under 40 CFR part 136, Guidelines
Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants. The new
procedures would include guidance concerning the format, content,
quality assurance/quality control, and data validation requirements for
use of test methods. This regulatory action would also describe
increased program guidance in the form of a clearinghouse, technical
bulletins, and/or guidance documents geared towards clarifying
technical and policy issues associated with the use of test methods
approved for use in the program.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/28/97 62 FR 14975
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3713
Agency Contact: William A. Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Khouane Ditthavong, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1068
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: ditthavong.khouane@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AC93
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3497. TEST PROCEDURES FOR THE ANALYSIS OF MISCELLANEOUS METALS, ANIONS,
AND VOLATILE ORGANICS UNDER THE CLEAN WATER ACT, PHASE ONE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h) CWA 304(h); 33 USC 1361(a) CWA 501(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action would amend the Guidelines
Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants under 40
CFR part 136 to approve new procedures for the analysis of
miscellaneous metals, anions, and volatile organics under the Clean
Water Act (CWA). These methods are used for implementing water quality
based permits under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) of the CWA. This regulation would approve test procedures to be
used in measuring this group of compounds under the NPDES Program
unless the Regional Administrator approves an alternative procedure.
EPA plans to segment the rulemaking into two phases to accommodate
different amounts of data for the long list of compounds.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/18/95 60 FR 53988
Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3155
Agency Contact: William A. Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Maria Gomez-Taylor, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T
Phone: 202 566-1005
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: gomez-taylor.maria@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AC95
_______________________________________________________________________
3498. TEST PROCEDURES FOR THE ANALYSIS OF MISCELLANEOUS METALS, ANIONS,
AND VOLATILE ORGANICS UNDER THE CLEAN WATER ACT, PHASE TWO
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314(h) CWA 304(h); 33 USC 1361(a) CWA 501(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulatory action would amend the Guidelines
Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants under 40
CFR Part 136 to approve new procedures for the analysis of
miscellaneous metals, anions, and volatile organics under the Clean
Water Act (CWA). These methods are used for implementing water quality
based permits under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) of the CWA. This regulation would approve test procedures to be
used in measuring this group of compounds under the NPDES unless the
Regional Administrator approves an alternative procedure. This
rulemaking would constitute the second of two segments of rulemaking
initially proposed as one action.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/18/95 60 FR 53988
Final Action 06/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4089
Agency Contact: William A. Telliard, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1061
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: telliard.william@epa.gov
Maria Gomez-Taylor, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4303T
Phone: 202 566-1005
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: gomez-taylor.maria@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD12
_______________________________________________________________________
3499. UNIFORM NATIONAL DISCHARGE STANDARDS FOR VESSELS OF THE ARMED
FORCES - PHASE II
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1322; 33 USC 1361
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 1700
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, May 10, 2001.
Abstract: This action is Phase II of implementing regulations on
Uniform National Discharge Standards for Vessels of the Armed Forces.
In 1996 the Clean Water Act was amended to create section 312(n),
Uniform National Discharge Standards for Vessels of the Armed Forces.
Section 312(n) directs EPA and DOD to work together to provide Armed
Forces vessels with a nationally uniform set of discharge standards,
which preempt State discharge standards for these vessels. The purpose
of the statute is to allow DOD to plan, design and build
environmentally sound vessels, to encourage innovative pollution
control technology, and to improve operational flexibility. EPA and DOD
jointly promulgated Phase I of these regulations, 40 CFR part 1700, on
May 10, 1999 (64 FR 25126). The Phase I rulemaking concluded that 25
discharges from Armed Forces vessels would require control devices.
Some of these discharges have the potential to introduce oil or other
organics into receiving waters (such as bilge water); some have the
potential to introduce copper or other metals (such as fire main); and
some have the potential to introduce nonindigenous invasive aquatic
species (such as ballast water). Phase II will establish performance
standards for control devices for these 25 discharges. Once DOD
implements rules for achieving the standards set in Phase II, covered
discharges from Armed Forces vessels will be required to meet these
standards, and will not be subject to discharge standards established
by States.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/05
Final Action 09/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
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Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4357
Agency Contact: Gregory Stapleton, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4303T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1028
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: stapleton.gregory@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD39
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3500. STREAMLINING THE GENERAL PRETREATMENT REGULATIONS FOR EXISTING AND
NEW SOURCES OF POLLUTION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1314 CWA sec 304; 33 USC 1317 CWA sec 307; 33
USC 1342 CWA sec 402; 33 USC 1361 CWA sec 501
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 403
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The final rule will be promulgated as a program streamlining
activity. The rule will revise certain provisions in the general
pretreatment regulations (40 CFR part 403) that address restrictions on
and oversight of industrial discharges into publicly owned treatment
works (POTWs). The final rule will include exclusions or variable
requirements for smaller facilities that contribute insignificant
amounts of pollutants, clarify requirements for implementing
pretreatment standards, and provide more flexible reporting, inspection
and sampling requirements. The revisions should provide greater
flexibility, reduce burden, and achieve improved environmental results
at less cost for regulatory authorities and the regulated community.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/22/99 64 FR 39564
Final Action 12/00/04
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3663
Agency Contact: Jan Pickrel, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4203M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7904
Fax: 202 564-6431
Email: pickrel.jan@epa.gov
Jeff Smith, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4203M, Washington,
DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0652
Fax: 202 564-6399
Email: smith.jeff@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AC58
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3501. NPDES STREAMLINING RULE -- ROUND III
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1311 CWA sec 301; 33 USC 1312 CWA sec 302; 33
USC 1314 CWA sec 304; 33 USC 1316 CWA sec 306; 33 USC 1318 CWA sec 308;
33 USC 1342 CWA sec 402; 33 USC 1361 CWA sec 501
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 123; 40 CFR 124
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA plans to issue several rulemaking packages to revise
NPDES requirements in parts 122, 123, and 124 to eliminate redundant
regulations, provide clarification, and remove or streamline
unnecessary procedures. Revisions under consideration in this rule
include adding additional permit modifications that can be considered
minor modifications at 122.63, and changes to requirements concerning
EPA's review of State permits. Other revisions may be considered as
work on this rule progresses. This rulemaking is expected to affect
entities which implement the NPDES program or are regulated by it. This
includes small businesses and State, tribal and local governments. Most
of these effects are expected to be deregulatory or streamlining in
nature.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/06
Final Action 08/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3786
Agency Contact: Howard E. Rubin, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4203M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-2051
Fax: 202 564-9544
Email: rubin.howarde@epa.gov
Robert Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4203M, Washington,
DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9545
Fax: 202 564-9544
Email: wood.robert@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AC84
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3502. CLEAN WATER STATE REVOLVING FUND REGULATION REVISIONS RE: USE AS
MATCHING FUNDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 1383(h)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 35.3125(b)(1)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This regulation will revise the Clean Water State Revolving
Fund (CWSRF) Regulations to allow the use of loans from the non-Federal
and non-State match share of CWSRF funds as a match for infrastructure
grants. In 1990, EPA issued regulations implementing the CWSRF program,
established as title VI of the Clean Water Act (CWA) in 1987. Section
603(h) of the CWA prohibits use of the CWSRF loan as matching funds
with respect to the non-Federal share of the cost of a treatment works
project for which a municipality or agency is receiving assistance from
the Administrator under any other authority. In issuing its regulations
at 40 CFR 35.3125(b)(1), EPA interpreted this prohibition broadly,
applying the restriction to all treatment works construction. At that
time, EPA believed the replacement of the construction grants program
authorized by title II of the CWA by the CWSRF would result in a
significant decrease in the use of other Federal grant funds for
treatment works construction. However, from FY 1995 onward, Congress
has authorized and appropriated funds for infrastructure construction
grants in various Appropriations Acts. There are currently over 700
projects totaling over $3.3 billion dollars. In several cases, EPA has
been asked to allow CWSRF funds to be used as a match for these grants;
but 40 CFR 35.3125(b)(1) prohibits such action. Upon reconsideration,
EPA has decided its initial reading in 1990 was too broad, and the
intent of Congress was only to prohibit use of CWSRF loans as a match
for title II construction grants.
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This action will revise the regulations to allow a State, in its
operation of the CWSRF, to permit a CWSRF loan for non-title II
infrastructure construction grant projects to be used as a non-federal
match in certain circumstances. The prohibition on the use of CWSRF as
a match for a title II construction grant will continue.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule Direct Final
with companion proposal. To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4493
Agency Contact: Chau Hoang, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4204M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0689
Fax: 202 501-2396
Email: hoang.chau@epa.gov
Gary Hudiburgh, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, EN-336, 4204M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0626
Fax: 202 501-2396
Email: hudiburgh.gary@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD68
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Completed Actions
Clean Water Act (CWA)
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3503. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE IRON AND STEEL
MANUFACTURING POINT SOURCE CATEGORY (REVISIONS)
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 420
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 10/17/02 67 FR 64216
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Agency Contact: George Jett
Phone: 202 566-1070
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: jett.george@epa.gov
William Anderson
Phone: 202 566-1008
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: anderson.william@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AC90
_______________________________________________________________________
3504. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE BLEACHED PAPERGRADE
KRAFT SUBCATEGORY OF THE PULP, PAPER, AND PAPERBOARD CATEGORY;
CERTIFICATION IN LIEU OF MONITORING FOR CHLOROFORM
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 430
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 09/19/02 67 FR 58990
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local
Agency Contact: Don Anderson
Phone: 202 566-1021
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: anderson.donaldf@epa.gov
Ahmar Siddiqui
Phone: 202 566-1044
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: siddiqui.ahmar@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD23
_______________________________________________________________________
3505. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES 2002 PROGRAM PLAN
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/18/02 67 FR 41417
Final Action 08/27/02 67 FR 55012
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Patricia Harrigan
Phone: 202 566-1666
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: harrigan.patricia@epa.gov
Jan Matuszko
Phone: 202 566-1035
Fax: 202 566-1053
Email: matuszko.jan@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD78
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3506. REVISION TO CLEAN WATER ACT REGULATORY DEFINITION OF FILL MATERIAL
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 33 CFR 323.2(e); 40 CFR 232.2
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action 05/09/02 67 FR 31129
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Agency Contact: Brenda Mallory
Phone: 202 566-1368
Fax: 202 566-1375
Email: mallory.brenda@epa.gov
John Lishman
Phone: 202 566-1364
Fax: 202 566-1375
Email: lishman.john@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD51
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Prerule Stage
Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
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3507. DRINKING WATER: REGULATORY DETERMINATIONS REGARDING CONTAMINANTS
ON THE DRINKING WATER CONTAMINANT CANDIDATE LIST
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 300f et seq; SDWA 1412(b)(1)(B)
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, August 6, 2001, Final Regulatory
Determination.
Abstract: The 1996 amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
requires EPA to publish a list of non-regulated contaminants every five
years, which may warrant regulation due to their health effects and
their potential for occurrence in public water systems (PWSs). The
first list, called the Contaminant Candidate List (CCL), was published
in the Federal Register on March 2, 1998 (63 FR 10274). When
establishing the 1998 CCL, EPA divided the contaminants among three
main categories: 1) contaminants which are priorities for additional
research; 2) contaminants which need additional occurrence data; and 3)
contaminants which are priorities for consideration for rulemaking.
These contaminants are collectively referred to as the Regulatory
Determination Priority contaminants. In addition to publishing the
drinking water CCL, the SDWA also requires the Agency to select five or
more contaminants from the CCL and determine, by August 2001, whether
to regulate these contaminants with a National Primary Drinking Water
Regulation (NPDWR). The Regulatory Determination Priority category is
the list of contaminants from which the Agency will determine whether
or not regulations are necessary. There are currently nine contaminants
that have sufficient scientific information to make regulatory
determinations: Acanthamoeba; Aldrin; Dieldrin; Hexachlorobutadiene;
Manganese; Metribuzin; Naphthalene; Sodium; and Sulfate. In order make
a decision whether or not to develop a NPDWR for a contaminant, the
SDWA requires three statutory tests be met: 1) the contaminant may have
an adverse effect on the health of persons; 2) the contaminant is known
to occur or there is a substantial likelihood that the contaminant will
occur in public water systems with a frequency and at levels of public
health concern; and 3) in the sole judgment of the Administrator,
regulation of the contaminant presents a meaningful opportunity for
health risk reduction for persons served by public water systems. Using
these three statutory tests to make regulatory decisions, there are
three possible outcomes: 1) regulate the contaminant with a NPDWR; 2)
develop guidance (e.g. Health or Consumer Advisory); or 3) determine no
action is necessary.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice of Preliminary Regulatory
Determinations 06/03/02 67 FR 38222
Notice of Final Regulatory
Determinations 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4447
Sectors Affected: 22131 Water Supply and Irrigation Systems
Agency Contact: Karen Wirth, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4607M
Phone: 202 564-5246
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: wirth.karen@epamail.epa.gov
Tom Carpenter, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4607M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4885
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: carpenter.thomas@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD61
_______________________________________________________________________
3508. 6-YEAR REVIEW OF EXISTING NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER
REGULATIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 300f et seq
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, August 6, 2002, Complete review for
contaminants with NPDWRs promulgated prior to August 1996.
Abstract: The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) requires EPA to review and
revise, if appropriate, all National Primary Drinking Water Regulations
(NPDWRs) no less frequently than once every six years. According to
SDWA, any revisions of drinking water regulations must maintain, or
increase, the level of public health protection provided; however, EPA
may identify regulation changes that will streamline or reduce existing
requirements without lessening the level of public health protection.
As a part of this action, EPA will do two things: (1) develop an
overall protocol for conducting each six year review; and (2) review 69
NPDWRs published prior to 1996. The remaining NPDWRs published prior to
1996 (e.g., arsenic, radionuclides, most microbiological NPDWRs) have
been, or are being, reviewed in the context of recent or ongoing
rulemakings. No new requirements will be imposed by this action. The
purpose of the review is to determine whether new data, technology, or
other factors exist that justify revisions to existing NPDWRs. The
outcome of each review will be a Federal Register notice making
available the results of the Agency's review and a planned rulemaking
schedule for the regulations that the Agency believes are appropriate
candidates for revision at that time. EPA may decide that any of the
following need to be revised: maximum contaminant level goals, maximum
contaminant levels, analytical methods, monitoring, treatment,
recordkeeping and reporting requirements. EPA plans extensive
stakeholder outreach and consultation in the development of the
protocol and throughout the review process.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice of Preliminary Decision 04/17/02 67 FR 19030
Notice of Final Decision 03/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4424
Sectors Affected: 22131 Water Supply and Irrigation Systems
Agency Contact: Judy Lebowich, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4607M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4884
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: lebowich.judy@epa.gov
Wynne Miller, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4607M, 4607,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4887
Fax: 202 564-3760
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Email: miller.wynne@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD67
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3509. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS: LONG TERM 2 ENHANCED
SURFACE WATER TREATMENT RULE
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 134 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AD37
_______________________________________________________________________
3510. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS: STAGE 2 DISINFECTION
BYPRODUCTS RULE
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 135 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AD38
_______________________________________________________________________
3511. [bull] DRINKING WATER CONTAMINANT CANDIDATE LIST 2
Priority: Routine and Frequent
Legal Authority: SDWA Amendments of 1996 Sec 1412(b)(1)(B)
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, February 28, 2003, 1-5 years after
CCL.
Abstract: This tiering action is to develop the Second Drinking Water
Contaminant Candidate List (CCL2). To meet the Safe Drinking Water Act
(SDWA) requirements under section 1412(b)(1)(B)(i), as amended in 1996,
OGWDW will publish a list of contaminants that are known or anticipated
to occur in public water systems which may require regulation under the
SDWA. In developing this list of contaminants, that are not currently
subject to any proposed or promulgated NPDWRs, EPA must consult with
the SAB, provide an opportunity for public comments, consider the
National Contaminant Occurrence Database (developed under SDWA section
1445(g)), consider contaminants referred to in section 101(4) of
CERCLA, and substances registered as pesticides under FIFRA. Similar to
CCL1, the CCL2 will be based on readily available occurrence and health
effects information and evaluated by EPA. SDWA required the first CCL
to be published 18 months after the date of enactment (2/98), and a new
CCL every 5 years thereafter. The methods used to develop the CCL are
described in the Federal Register (FR 62193). To respond to comments
received on the draft drinking water CCL, the Agency requested
assistance from the National Research Council (NRC) for guidance on
methods and processes to identify and narrow a very broad universe of
potential contaminants into a smaller, more focused list for the future
CCLs. The details of the NRC recommendation are available in the report
entitled ``Classifying Drinking Water Contaminants for Regulatory
Considerations.'' The NRC recommendations are being evaluated by a
National Drinking Water Advisory Council work group, and the results of
this parallel effort will be used for future CCLs.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Announcement of Draft 11/00/02
Announcement of CCL 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4703
Agency Contact: Thomas Carpenter, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4607M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4885
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: carpenter.thomas@epa.gov
Karen Wirth, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4607M
Phone: 202 564-5246
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: wirth.karen@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD86
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3512. [bull] DRINKING WATER CONTAMINANT CANDIDATE LIST 2
Priority: Routine and Frequent
Legal Authority: SDWA Amendments of 1996, sec 1412(b)(1)(B)
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, February 28, 2003, Within 1 to 5
years after CCL.
Abstract: This action is to develop the Second Drinking Water
Contaminant Candidate List (CCL2). To meet the Safe Drinking Water Act
(SDWA) requirements under section 1412(b)(1)(B), as amended in 1996,
OGWDW will publish a list of contaminants that are known or anticipated
to occur in public water systems which may require regulation under the
SDWA. In developing this list of contaminants that are not currently
subject to any proposed or promulgated NPDWRs, EPA must consult with
the SAB, provide an opportunity for public comments, consider the
National Contaminant Occurrence Database (developed under SDWAS section
1445(g)), consider contaminants referred to in section 101(4) of
CERCLA, and substances registered as pesticides under FIFRA. Like CCL1,
the CCL2 will be based on readily available occurrence and health
effects information and evaluated by EPA. SDWA required the first CCL
to be published 18 months after the date of enactment (2/98), and a new
CCL every 5 years thereafter. To respond to comments received on the
draft drinking water CCL, the Agency requested assistance from the
National Research Council (NRC) for guidance e on metho9ds and
processes to identify and narrow a very broad universe of potential
contaminants into a smaller, more focused list for the future CCLs. The
details of the NRC recommendation are available in the report entitled
Classifying Drinking Water Contaminants for Regulatory Considerations.
The NRC recommendations are being evaluated by a National Drinking
Water Advisory Council Work Group and the results of this parallel
effort will be used for future CCLs.
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Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Draft 11/00/02
Final Action 02/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Thomas Carpenter, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4607M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4885
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: carpenter.thomas@epa.gov
Karen Wirth, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4607M
Phone: 202 564-5246
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: wirth.karen@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD88
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage
Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
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3513. UNREGULATED CONTAMINANT MONITORING REGULATION: ANALYTICAL METHOD
FOR AEROMONAS & NATIONAL PRIMARY & SECONDARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS:
ANALYTICAL METHODS FOR CHEMICAL & MICROBIOLOGICAL CONTAMINANTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 300f; 42 USC 300g-l; 42 USC 300g-2; 42 USC
300g-3; 42 USC 300g-4; 42 USC 300g-5; 42 USC 300g-6; 42 USC 300j-4; 42
USC 300j-9; 42 USC 300j-11
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141.40
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action proposes the analytical method and an associated
Minimum Reporting Level (MRL) for the analysis of Aeromonas to support
the Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Regulation's List 2 monitoring
of 120 large and 180 small public water systems from January 1, 2003
through December 31, 2003. Only these 300 systems must monitor for
Aeromonas. Additionally, EPA proposes to approve EPA Method 515.4 to
support previously required National Primary Drinking Water Regulation
(NPDWR) compliance monitoring for 2,4-D (as acid, salts and esters),
2,4,5-TP (Silvex), dinoseb, pentachlorophenol, picloram and dalapon,
and EPA Method 531.2 to support previously required NPDWR monitoring
for carbofuran and oxamyl. Finally, EPA proposed to approve eight
additional industry developed analytical methods to support previously
required NPDWR compliance monitoring. These eight methods include: a
method for the determination of atrazine, two methods for the
determination of cyanide, three methods for the determination of total
coliforms, a method for the determination of heterotrophic bacteria and
a method for the determination of turbidity.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/07/02 67 FR 10532
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4638
Agency Contact: David J. Munch, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
MLK 140, Cincinnati, OH 45268
Phone: 513 569-7843
Fax: 513 569-7191
Email: munch.dave@epa.gov
Daniel Hautman, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, MLK 140,
Cincinnati, OH 45268
Phone: 513 569-7274
Fax: 513 569-7191
Email: hautman.dan@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD81
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3514. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS: GROUNDWATER RULE
Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 144 in part II of this issue
of the Federal Register.
RIN: 2040-AA97
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3515. MINOR REVISIONS TO THE PUBLIC NOTIFICATION RULE, CONSUMER
CONFIDENCE REPORT RULE, AND PRIMACY RULE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 300f et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: As part of a settlement agreement, EPA agreed to make
specific changes to the health effects language, in the Public
Notification and Consumer Confidence Report Rules, concerning di(2-
ethylhexyl)adipate (DEHA) and di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP). With
respect to DEHA, the proposed new wording would replace a reference to
``general toxic effects'' with specific toxic effects wording (i.e.,
weight loss and liver enlargement) and add the word ``possible'' to the
reference to reproductive effects. With respect to DEHP, the proposed
revision would add the word ``well'' in front of the phrase in excess
of the MCL to describe when the health effects may be experienced. In
addition, this proposal would include a negotiated paragraph on the
proper use of the Agency's Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS).
EPA is also making the following minor changes to the Consumer
Confidence Report Rule: removing ``leaching from wood preservatives''
as a likely source for copper contamination; revising appendix A to
move some disinfection byproducts contaminants from the ``volatile
organic contaminants'' section to the ``inorganic contaminants''
section; and revising Appendix A to change ``chloride dioxide'' to
``chlorine dioxide.'' Finally, EPA is removing an outdated provision of
the Primacy Rule, since the Administrator no longer has authority to
waive NPDWRs for federally owned public water systems.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 09/07/01 66 FR 46928
Final Action 11/00/02
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
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Additional Information: SAN No. 4561
Sectors Affected: 22131 Water Supply and Irrigation Systems
Agency Contact: Khanna Johnston, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4606M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3842
Fax: 202 564-3755
Email: johnston.khanna@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD77
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions
Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
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3516. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS: RADON
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect State, local or tribal
governments.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 300f et seq; SDWA 1412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, August 6, 1999.
Final, Statutory, November 2, 2000.
Other, Statutory, November 2, 2000, Publish radon health risk reduction
and cost analysis.
Abstract: EPA proposed regulations for radon in drinking water which
provide flexibility in how to manage the health risks from radon, in
both drinking water and in indoor air. States and systems would be able
to focus their efforts on the highest radon risks to the public -- in
indoor air -- while reducing the highest risks from radon in drinking
water. The proposal was based on the unique framework in the 1996 Safe
Drinking Water Act (SDWA). The proposed regulation would provide two
options to States and water systems for reducing public health risks
from radon. Under the first option, States may choose to develop
enhanced State programs to address the health risks from indoor radon
while water systems reduce radon levels in drinking water to at or
below the higher, alternative maximum contaminant level MCL proposed at
4,000 pCi/L (picoCuries per liter, a standard unit of radiation) . EPA
is encouraging the States to adopt this approach as the most cost-
effective way to achieve the greatest radon risk reduction. If a State
does not elect this option, the second option would require water
systems in that State to either reduce radon in drinking water levels
to the MCL of 300 pCi/L, or to develop a local indoor radon program and
reduce levels in drinking water to 4000 pCi/L.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 09/30/86 51 FR 34836
NPRM 07/18/91 56 FR 33050
Notice 02/26/99 64 FR 9560
NPRM 11/02/99 64 FR 59245
Notice 06/23/00 65 FR 39113
Final Action 12/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: This action may have federalism implications as defined in
EO 13132.
Additional Information: SAN No. 2281
Sectors Affected: 22131 Water Supply and Irrigation Systems
Agency Contact: Becky Allen, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4607M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4689
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: allen.rebeccak@epa.gov
Dick Reding, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4607M, Washington,
DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4656
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: reding.richard@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AA94
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3517. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS: ALDICARB
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 42 USC 300f et seq; SDWA 1412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA promulgated MCLs for aldicarb, aldicarb sulfoxide, and
aldicarb sulfone in the Phase II rulemaking in 1991 at levels of 0.003,
0.004, and 0.002 ug/l, respectively. In response to an administrative
petition from the manufacturer Rhone-Poulenc, the Agency issued an
administrative stay of the effective date. EPA will reexamine risk
assessment and occurrence data on aldicarb and make a determination of
what further action is appropriate.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/00/04
Final Action 08/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal
Federalism: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3238
Sectors Affected: 22131 Water Supply and Irrigation Systems
Agency Contact: Jim Taft, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4607M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4655
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: taft.james@epa.gov
Karen Wirth, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4607M
Phone: 202 564-5246
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: wirth.karen@epamail.epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AC13
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3518. NATIONAL SECONDARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS (NSDWR): METHYL
TERTIARY BUTYL ETHER (MTBE) AND TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO THE NSDWR
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 300f et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 143 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
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Abstract: Methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE) is a fuel additive used
primarily to increase the oxygen content in gasoline. It has been used
in increasing quantity in the 1990s to meet the requirements of the
Federal reformulated gasoline (RFG) and oxyfuels programs required by
the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. Although the use of MTBE in
gasoline has helped to reduce harmful air emissions, it is being
detected in ground water and surface water throughout the country. In
some instances the affected waters are drinking water sources. At
relatively low levels, MTBE's taste and odor can make drinking water
supplies unacceptable to consumers. In this action, EPA is proposing a
secondary standard for MTBE, which would provide guidance for taste and
odor acceptability and to protect the public welfare.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4404
Sectors Affected: 22131 Water Supply and Irrigation Systems
Agency Contact: James Taft, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4607M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4655
Fax: 202 564-3760
Email: taft.james@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD54
_______________________________________________________________________
3519. UPDATE OF STATE UNDERGROUND INJECTION CONTROL PROGRAMS
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 42 USC 300h-1; SDWA sec 1422; 42 USC 300h-4; SDWA sec
1425
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 147 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA provides a place in part 147 of its UIC regulations where
all the State UIC programs are summarized. Included in this
summarization are all the authorities and regulations used by the
States to implement the UIC program, as well as all other documents
that are relevant to the program. The primary reason for this is to
provide one place where all the UIC programs nationwide are presented.
A second reason, more importantly, is to allow EPA to incorporate by
reference into the Code of Federal Regulations the State program
authorities. Current citations to State regulations in 40 CFR part 147
are out of date for many States. This update is necessary to ensure
that the CFR accurately reflects current approved State UIC programs
and that elements of those programs are federally enforceable if
necessary. EPA regional offices will be submitting State revision
packages as they are completed. Part 147 will then be updated in
several stages. This is the first stage. This effort should have no
impact on the regulated community because we will merely be
incorporating by reference elements of already effective State
programs.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4236
Agency Contact: Mario Salazar, Environmental Protection Agency, Water,
4606M, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3894
Fax: 202 564-3756
Email: salazar.mario@epa.gov
Bruce Kobelski, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4606M,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3888
Fax: 202 564-3756
RIN: 2040-AD40
_______________________________________________________________________
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Completed Actions
Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3520. UNDERGROUND INJECTION CONTROL CLASS V PHASE 2 REVISIONS
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 144
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice of Final Determination 06/07/02 67 FR 39584
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Robyn Delehanty
Phone: 202 564-3880
Fax: 202 564-3756
Email: delehanty.robyn@epa.gov
Ryan McReynolds
Phone: 202 564-3891
Fax: 202 564-3756
Email: mcreynolds.ryan@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AD63
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage
Shore Protection Act (SPA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3521. SHORE PROTECTION ACT, SECTION 4103(B) REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 33 USC 2601 Shore Protection Act of 1988; PL 100-688
4103(b)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 237
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will implement the Shore Protection Act (SPA) and
is designed to prevent the deposit of municipal and commercial waste
into U.S. coastal waters. This rule establishes minimum waste handling
practices for vessels and waste handling facilities involved in the
transport of municipal or commercial wastes in the coastal waters of
the United States. The rule may require certain vessels and waste
handling facilities to develop an operation and maintenance manual that
identifies procedures to prevent, report, and clean up deposits of
waste into coastal waters. Local governments and businesses involved
with the vessel transportation and shore side handling of these wastes
would be affected by this rule. Currently no tribes are known to be
involved in waste handling of this type; therefore none would be
affected by this rule. In regards to small businesses, EPA has provided
guidance on development of operation and maintenance manuals and
encourages the use and documentation of existing industry practices
that meet or exceed the EPA proposed minimum waste handling standards.
All indications are that this regulation as proposed would have a
minimal economic impact. This regulation will result in reduction of
municipal and commercial wastes deposited in coastal waters.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/30/94 59 FR 44798
Final Action 08/00/03
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Local
Additional Information: SAN No. 2820
Agency Contact: Steven Giordano, Environmental Protection Agency,
Water, 4504T, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1272
Fax: 202 566-1546
Email: giordano.steven@epa.gov
James Woodley, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 4504T, 4504T,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1287
Fax: 202 566-1546
Email: woodley.james@epa.gov
RIN: 2040-AB85
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