PHMSA-2009-0151 (HM-218F): Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Amendments

SUMMARY: PHMSA is amending the Hazardous Materials Regulations to make miscellaneous amendments to update and clarify certain regulatory requirements. These amendments are intended to: promote safer transportation practices; eliminate unnecessary regulatory requirements; finalize outstanding petitions for rulemaking; facilitate international commerce; and simplify the regulations. PHMSA anticipates that the amendments contained in this rule will generate economic benefits to the regulated community.

DATES: Effective Date: This final rule is effective on August 19, 2011.