[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulations]
[Department of Energy Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
[From the U.S. Government Printing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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Part VII




 
Department of Energy





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda


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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                                             
  
  
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

10 CFR Chs. II, III, and X

48 CFR Ch. 9

Regulatory Agenda

AGENCY: Department of Energy.

ACTION: April 1994 regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Energy has prepared and today is publishing 
its April 1994 regulatory agenda pursuant to instructions of the 
Administrator, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB), dated December 14, 1993.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For further information about any 
particular item on the regulatory agenda, please contact the individual 
listed under that item. For further information on the regulatory 
agenda in general, please contact: Theodore (``Ted'') Wilson, Room 6B-
256, Forrestal Building, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20585, (202) 586-9507.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Entries appended to this notice reflect the 
status of activities as of approximately February 25, 1994. They are 
divided into categories, first by subagencies and then according to 
their stage of rulemaking action: Prerule, proposed rulemaking, final 
rulemaking, or completed action.

    Appended entries contain the following information: (1) The 
organizational unit responsible for the regulation; (2) the 
Regulation Identifier Number (RIN) assigned by OMB; (3) title; (4) 
significance of the regulatory action for purposes of Executive 
Order 12866 (that is, whether the action is subject to OMB review, 
whether it meets the criteria for preparing an economic assessment, 
and whether it will appear in the Regulatory Plan as well as the 
regulatory agenda); (5) the name, title, address, and telephone 
number of a person who is knowledgeable about the regulation; (6) 
effects on small business (that is, whether the action is likely to 
have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of 
``small entities'' as defined by the Regulatory Flexibility Act) 
and effects on Federal, State, and local governments; (7) citation 
to the affected portion of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR); 
(8) legal authority (that is, a citation to the section of the 
United States Code (USC), Public Law (PL), or Executive order (EO) 
that authorizes the regulatory action); (9) abstract describing the 
particular regulatory action in progress or under consideration; 
(10) legal deadline (that is, the statutory or judicial deadline, 
if any); and (11) timetable (that is, the dates and citations, if 
applicable, for all past stages and the date for at least the next 
stage of the rulemaking). The timetable for completed actions (that 
is, regulations completed or withdrawn and reviews completed since 
the preceding regulatory agenda) gives the completion date and any 
related citation.

    For each procurement-related regulatory action, additional 
information is provided on whether there is a statutory requirement 
for the action and whether there is a paperwork burden associated 
with the action.

    A draft of this regulatory agenda has been transmitted to the 
Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the U.S. Small Business 
Administration for comment, if any, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 602(b).

Issued in Washington, DC, on March 24, 1994.

Robert R. Nordhaus,

General Counsel. 

                             Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy--Prerule Stage                              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1022        Energy Efficiency Standards for Dishwashers, Clothes Washers, and Clothes Dryers......   1904-AA67  
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                          Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy--Proposed Rule Stage                           
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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1023        Test Procedures for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps--Amendments...............    1904-AA46 
1024        Energy Efficiency Standards for Central Air Conditioners, Heat Pumps, Furnaces,                     
            Refrigerators, Refrigerator-Freezers and Freezers.....................................    1904-AA47 
1025        Test Procedures for Water Heaters, Kitchen Ranges, Ovens and Microwaves, and Clothes                
            Washers--Amendment....................................................................    1904-AA52 
1026        Federal Building Energy Standards.....................................................    1904-AA53 
1027        Test Procedures for Commercial Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps........................    1904-AA57 
1028        Test Procedures for Commercial Furnaces and Boilers...................................    1904-AA58 
1029        Test Procedures for Storage Water Heaters, Instantaneous Water Heaters, and Unfired                 
            Hot Water Storage Tanks...............................................................    1904-AA59 
1030        Electric Motor Manufacturer Petition Procedures.......................................    1904-AA60 
1031        Test Procedures for Fluorescent and Incandescent Reflector Lamps......................    1904-AA61 
1032        Federal Sector Energy Savings Performance Contracting.................................    1904-AA62 
1033        Measurement of Alternative Fuel Use...................................................    1904-AA63 
1034        Mandate for Alternative Fuel Providers................................................    1904-AA64 
1035        Renewable Energy Production Incentive.................................................    1904-AA65 
1036        State and Local Alternative Fuels Initiatives.........................................   1904-AA66  
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                            Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy--Final Rule Stage                            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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1037        Energy Efficiency Standards for Water Heaters, Pool Heaters, Direct Heating Equipment,              
            Mobile Home Furnaces, Kitchen Ranges & Ovens, Room Air Conditioners, Fluorescent Lamp               
            Ballasts, (cont)......................................................................    1904-AA38 
1038        Equivalent Petroleum-Based Fuel Economy Calculation for Electric Vehicles.............    1904-AA40 
1039        Test Procedures for Furnaces/Boilers, Vented Home Heating Equipment, and Pool Heaters--             
            Amendment.............................................................................    1904-AA45 
1040        Clarification of Existing Clothes Washer Test Procedure...............................   1904-AA68  
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                               Defense and Security Affairs--Proposed Rule Stage                                
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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1041        Personnel Assurance Program...........................................................   1992-AA14  
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                                 Defense and Security Affairs--Final Rule Stage                                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1042        Personnel Security Assurance Program: Substance Abuse Testing Procedures..............    1992-AA13 
1043        Criteria and Procedures for Determining Eligibility for Access to Classified Matter or              
            Special Nuclear Material..............................................................   1992-AA15  
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                                Defense and Security Affairs--Completed Actions                                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1044        Security Skills Training and Qualifications Standards for Protective Force Personnel..    1992-AA16 
1045        Assistance to Foreign Atomic Energy Activities........................................   1992-AA18  
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                                     Departmental and Others--Prerule Stage                                     
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1046        Review of Administrative Procedures with Respect to Imports and Exports of Natural Gas    1901-AA25 
1047        Renegotiation of Power Sales Contracts................................................    1901-AA36 
1048        Hazardous Substance Response and Emergency Response Worker Training and Contractor                  
            Certification Program.................................................................    1901-AA44 
1049        Implementation of DOE Science Education Enhancement Act...............................   1901-AA51  
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                                  Departmental and Others--Proposed Rule Stage                                  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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1050        Electric Power System Permits and Reports; Applications; Administrative Procedures and              
            Sanctions.............................................................................    1901-AA19 
1051        Energy Board of Contract Appeals; Organization, Functions and Authorities; Rules of                 
            Practice..............................................................................    1901-AA30 
1052        Rules of Practice to Govern Proceedings to Resolve Certain Disputes Arising Between                 
            M&O Contractors and Their Subcontractors..............................................    1901-AA31 
1053        Freedom of Information................................................................    1901-AA32 
1054        Preference Policy for Sales of Surplus Firm Power and Surplus Nonfirm Energy Under the              
            Northwest Power Act...................................................................    1901-AA37 
1055        Nuclear Safety Management: Phase II...................................................    1901-AA42 
1056        Standard Contract for the Disposal of Spent Nuclear Fuel and/or High-Level Radioactive              
            Waste.................................................................................    1901-AA49 
1057        Energy Planning and Management Program................................................    1901-AA50 
1058        The Office of Energy Research Financial Assistance Program............................    1901-AA54 
1059        Office of Hearings and Appeals Procedural Regulations.................................    1901-AA55 
1060        Payments for Special Burdens and in Lieu of Taxes.....................................    1901-AA58 
1061        Occupational Radiation Protection--Amendment..........................................   1901-AA59  
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                                   Departmental and Others--Final Rule Stage                                    
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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1062        Radiation Protection of the Public and the Environment................................    1901-AA38 
1063        Uranium Enrichment Decontamination and Decommissioning Fund...........................    1901-AA52 
1064        Reimbursement for Costs of Remedial Action at Active Uranium and Thorium Processing                 
            Sites.................................................................................    1901-AA53 
1065        Epidemiology and Other Health Studies Financial Assistance Program....................    1901-AA56 
1066        Annotation of Land Records for Remediated Properties..................................   1901-AA57  
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                                   Departmental and Others--Completed Actions                                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1067        Procedural Rules for DOE Nuclear Activities...........................................    1901-AA26 
1068        Nuclear Safety Management.............................................................    1901-AA34 
1069        Occupational Radiation Protection.....................................................    1901-AA39 
1070        Policy To Implement Section 6(c) of the Northwest Power Act...........................   1901-AA43  
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                         Office of Procurement and Assistance Management--Prerule Stage                         
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1071        Limits on Participation in Certain DOE Research and Development Programs..............   1991-AB14  
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                      Office of Procurement and Assistance Management--Proposed Rule Stage                      
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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1072        Department of Energy Property Management Regulations: Management of Motor Equipment...    1991-AA28 
1073        DEAR: Miscellaneous Changes on Acquisition of Motor Equipment.........................    1991-AA32 
1074        Resolution of Disputes Between Subcontractors and DOE Management and Operating                      
            Contractors...........................................................................    1991-AA44 
1075        Technology Transfer: DOE Management and Operating Contractors.........................    1991-AA63 
1076        Debarment and Suspension..............................................................    1991-AA69 
1077        Personnel Appendices and Employee Relocation Under Management and Operating Contracts.    1991-AA80 
1078        Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and              
            Local Governments.....................................................................    1991-AA85 
1079        DEAR: Security Procedures.............................................................    1991-AA86 
1080        DEAR: M&O Work Authorization and Control System.......................................    1991-AA91 
1081        DEAR: Project Control System..........................................................    1991-AA93 
1082        DEAR: Ownership of Records............................................................    1991-AA96 
1083        DEAR: Financial Management Clauses....................................................    1991-AB02 
1084        Review of Contractors' Purchasing Systems.............................................    1991-AB07 
1085        Legislative Lobbying Cost Prohibition.................................................    1991-AB08 
1086        DEAR: Extend-Compete Revisions........................................................    1991-AB09 
1087        Procurement Set Asides for Small Business and Others..................................    1991-AB11 
1088        Independent Research and Development/Bid and Proposal Costs and Travel Cost Guidelines    1991-AB12 
1089        Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants With Educational Institutions,                       
            Hospitals, and Other Nonprofit Institutions...........................................   1991-AB13  
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                       Office of Procurement and Assistance Management--Final Rule Stage                        
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1090        DEAR: Patent Policy Revisions.........................................................    1991-AA23 
1091        New Restrictions on Lobbying..........................................................    1991-AA64 
1092        Acquisition of Federal Information Resources by Contract..............................    1991-AA81 
1093        Amendment to Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites..........................    1991-AA90 
1094        DEAR: Organizational Conflicts of Interest............................................    1991-AA95 
1095        DEAR: Amendment to Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites....................    1991-AA97 
1096        DEAR: Interagency Agreements..........................................................    1991-AA98 
1097        Seismic Safety Standards..............................................................    1991-AB03 
1098        DEAR: Updated Coverage................................................................    1991-AB04 
1099        DEAR: Recovered/Recycled Materials....................................................   1991-AB05  
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                       Office of Procurement and Assistance Management--Completed Actions                       
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1100        DEAR: Environmental Protection........................................................    1991-AA53 
1101        DEAR: Major Fraud Act.................................................................    1991-AA73 
1102        Research Opportunity Announcements....................................................    1991-AA82 
1103        DEAR: Comprehensive Updates and Corrections...........................................    1991-AB01 
1104        Prohibition on Contracting with a Company Owned by a Foreign Controlled Entity........    1991-AB06 
1105        Procurement Integrity.................................................................   1991-AB10  
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                                 Office of General Counsel--Proposed Rule Stage                                 
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1106        Patent Waiver Regulation..............................................................    1990-AA02 
1107        Foreign Gifts and Decorations.........................................................    1990-AA04 
1108        Payment of Travel Expenses of Persons Who Are Not Government Employees................    1990-AA15 
1109        DOE Patent Licensing Regulations--Amendment...........................................    1990-AA18 
1110        Conduct of Employees..................................................................   1990-AA19  
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                                  Office of General Counsel--Final Rule Stage                                   
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1111        Production or Disclosure of Material or Information and Provision of Agency Witnesses               
            in Federal and State Proceedings......................................................   1990-AA12  
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1112        Patent Compensation Board Regulations.................................................   1990-AA21  
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                                Prerule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1022.  ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR DISHWASHERS, CLOTHES 
WASHERS, AND CLOTHES DRYERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6295

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 14, 1996.

Abstract: This rulemaking reviews the energy conservation standards for 
dishwashers, clothes washers, and clothes dryers in order to determine 
whether the standard levels need to be amended.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: P. Marc LaFrance, Program Manager, Department of 
Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. 
SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA67
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1023. TEST PROCEDURES FOR CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONERS AND HEAT PUMPS--
AMENDMENTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6293

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These revisions to the test procedures for central air 
conditioners and heat pumps in accordance with the Energy Policy and 
Conservation Act, as amended, will include appliances that perform 
water heating in addition to air conditioning or heating. They will 
also add new test procedures for test of integrated center air 
conditioners/water heater systems. This is prompted by the issuance of 
a Decision and Order granting a waiver to the Carrier Corporation for 
its Hydrotech 2000 integrated heat pump/ water heater (Waiver CAC-005, 
55 FR 13607, April 11, 1990).

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Carl Adams, Director, Appliance Standards Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence, Ave. SW., Washington, DC 
20585, 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA46
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1024. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONERS, HEAT 
PUMPS, FURNACES, REFRIGERATORS, REFRIGERATOR-FREEZERS AND FREEZERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6295

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430.32

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 1, 1994.
EPCA requires DOE determinations on need to amend Federal appliance 
standards in a period from 07/01/89 to 01/01/94. The statute requires 
completion of a second reanalysis of all (cont)

Abstract: The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), as amended, 
establishes initial energy-efficiency standards levels for most types 
of major appliances and generally requires DOE to undergo two 
subsequent rulemakings, at specified times, to determine whether the 
extant standard for a covered product should be amended. These products 
are: refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers, and freezers; room air 
conditioners; central air conditioners and central air conditioning 
heat pumps; water heaters; pool heaters; direct heating equipment; 
furnaces; dishwashers; clothes washers; clothes dryers; kitchen ranges 
and ovens; and fluorescent lamp ballasts. Other appliances, including 
television sets, may be regulated by the Department. This rulemaking 
will review the statutory standards for central air conditioners and 
furnaces to determine whether those levels need to be amended. This is 
the second reanalysis of the standard levels for refrigerators, 
refrigerator-freezers and freezers.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           09/08/93                    58 FR 47326
NPRM                            03/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: LEGAL DEADLINE CONT: then-extant standards in a 
period from 07/01/94 to 12/31/2006. The EPCA requires a final 
determination on central air conditioners, heat pumps and furnaces by 
01/01/94. The EPCA also requires a final determination in the 
reanalysis of refrigerators, refrigerator-freezers and freezers by 11/
17/94 (5 years after publication of the previous final determination).

Agency Contact: Carl Adams, Director, Appliance Standards Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 
202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA47
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1025. TEST PROCEDURES FOR WATER HEATERS, KITCHEN RANGES, OVENS AND 
MICROWAVES, AND CLOTHES WASHERS--AMENDMENT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6293

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In accordance with the Energy Policy and Conservation Act as 
amended, the test procedures for water heaters, kitchen ranges, ovens, 
microwaves, and clothes washers are being revised. Rulemaking issues 
include: with respect to water heater test procedures, inclusion of 
electric instantaneous water heaters and storage water heaters with 
less than 20 gallons volume and revision of the first hour rating; with 
respect to test procedures for kitchen ranges, ovens and microwaves, 
revision of the constant for annual cooking energy and improvements in 
measurement of microwave efficiencies; and with respect to clothes 
washer test procedures, measurements for water usage and water 
retention.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Carl Adams, Director, Appliance Standards Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., 5E-066, Washington, 
DC 20585, 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA52
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1026. FEDERAL BUILDING ENERGY STANDARDS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6834 Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 101(a)(2)

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 435

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 24, 1994.

Abstract: Title III of the Energy Conservation and Production Act as 
amended by the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (PL 102-486, October 24, 1992) 
provides that DOE establish Federal building energy standards that 
require in new Federal buildings those energy efficiency measures that 
are technologically feasible and economically justified. The standards 
for Federal buildings are intended to parallel closely the voluntary 
building energy codes of the Energy Policy Act for private sector 
construction. Interim energy performance standards which DOE had issued 
before enactment of the Energy Policy Act are to remain in effect for 
the Federal sector until the new Federal building energy standards 
become effective.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Jean J. Boulin, Project Manager, Office of Codes and 
Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable 
Energy, 1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585, 301 586-0517

RIN: 1904-AA53
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1027. TEST PROCEDURES FOR COMMERCIAL AIR CONDITIONERS AND HEAT PUMPS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6313; 42 USC 6314

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The test procedures will require manufacturers to use a 
standardized method to measure the energy efficiency of commercial air 
conditioners and heat pumps. These measurements will determine whether 
the product complies with the energy efficiency standards established 
by PL 102-486 sec 122. The test procedures will also provide the data 
used in the EnergyGuide product labeling program. The rulemaking will 
adopt the energy efficiency standards in PL 102-486 sec 122.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Carl Adams, Director, Appliance Standards Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave SW., 5E-066, Washington, DC 
20585, 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA57
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1028. TEST PROCEDURES FOR COMMERCIAL FURNACES AND BOILERS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6313; 42 USC 6314

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The test procedures for commercial furnaces and boilers will 
require manufacturers to use a standardized method to measure energy 
efficiency. These measurements will determine whether the product 
complies with the energy efficiency standards established by PL 102-486 
sec 122. The test procedure will also provide the data used in the 
EnergyGuide product labeling program. The rulemaking will adopt the 
energy efficiency in PL 102-486 sec 122.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Carl Adams, Director, Appliance Standards Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave SW., 5E-066, Washington, DC 
20585, 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA58
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1029. TEST PROCEDURES FOR STORAGE WATER HEATERS, INSTANTANEOUS WATER 
HEATERS, AND UNFIRED HOT WATER STORAGE TANKS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6313; 42 USC 6314

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would adopt the test procedures for storage water 
heaters, instantaneous water heaters, and unfired hot water storage 
tanks from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-
conditioning Engineers. These test procedures will require 
manufacturers to use a standardized method to measure energy 
efficiency. These measurements will determine whether the products 
comply with the energy efficiency standards established by PL 102-486 
sec 122. The test procedures will also provide the data used in the 
EnergyGuide product labeling program. The rulemaking will adopt the 
energy efficiency standards in PL 102- 486 sec 122.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Carl Adams, Director, Appliance Standards Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585, 
202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA59
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1030. ELECTRIC MOTOR MANUFACTURER PETITION PROCEDURES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6313; 42 USC 6314

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Energy Policy Act of 1992 establishes energy efficiency 
standards for 1 to 200 horsepower motors. The Act exempts ``definite 
purpose motors'' and ``special purpose motors'' from the standards. 
Under the third exemption category, the Secretary may, by rule, exempt 
any other motors meeting certain statutory criteria. If necessary, this 
rulemaking would provide guidance to manufacturers of any motors in 
third category on how to petition DOE for exemption from the standards.
Upon analysis to date, the Department as yet has not identified any 
electric motors that would be covered under the third category for 
exemption, and has so notified the industry. Thus, a rule will probably 
not be needed.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Carl Adams, Director, Appliance Standards Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave SW., 5E-066, Washington, DC 
20585, 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA60
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1031. TEST PROCEDURES FOR FLUORESCENT AND INCANDESCENT REFLECTOR LAMPS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6293 Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 123(d)

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The test procedures will require manufacturers to use an 
accredited laboratory and a standardized method to measure the energy 
efficiency of fluorescent and incandescent reflector lamps and to 
measure the color rending index of fluorescent lamps. These 
measurements will determine whether products comply with the energy 
efficiency standards established by PL 102-486 sec 123. The rulemaking 
will adopt the efficiency in PL 102-486 sec 123.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Carl Adams, Director, Appliance Standards Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave SW., 5E-066, Washington, DC 
20585, 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA61
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1032. FEDERAL SECTOR ENERGY SAVINGS PERFORMANCE CONTRACTING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 8287 Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 155

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 436

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, April 24, 1993.

Abstract: The methods and procedures for selecting, monitoring, and 
terminating contracts with energy service contractors are not clearly 
established. The regulation would establish standard procedures and 
methods for use by all Federal agencies to acquire energy savings 
performance contract services. The Energy Policy Act requires 
development of such methods and procedures by rule. Estimated initial 
startup cost of implementing regulation is $500,000. Implemented 
regulation and Executive Order 12902 are estimated to achieve 
continuous annual savings of over $1 billion.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Joan G. Stone, Financing Specialist, EE-44, Department 
of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence 
Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-5772

RIN: 1904-AA62
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1033. MEASUREMENT OF ALTERNATIVE FUEL USE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 13217 Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 308

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 24, 1993.

Abstract: Section 308 of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 requires DOE, in 
consultation with the General Services Administration, to develop 
guidelines directed at measuring alternative fuel use in Federal dual-
fuel vehicles. Initial analysis of data collection and measurement 
requirements indicates that slight modifications to existing Form 
6200.2 may be adequate to accomplish the objective of section 308. DOE 
collects energy consumption data from the agencies using Form 6200.2, 
including fuel used for transportation. If these modifications prove 
adequate, no rulemaking would be needed.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: David Rodgers, Program Manager, Office of Alternative 
Fuels, EE-33, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable 
Energy, 1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-7182

RIN: 1904-AA63
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1034. MANDATE FOR ALTERNATIVE FUEL PROVIDERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 13251 Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 501

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 1, 1994.
In addition, the statute requires final rules by 10/24/93, for 
electricity providers who purchase electric vehicles.

Abstract: Section 501 of the Energy Policy Act requires the Department 
of Energy (DOE) to issue regulations (1) requiring alternative fuel 
providers to purchase a percentage of alternative fuel vehicles, 
including an exemption process and (2) requiring that the alternative 
fuel providers program does not apply to generators, transmitters, 
importers, or sellers of electricity until January 1, 1998, if they 
plan to satisfy program requirements with electric vehicles.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kenneth R. Katz, Program Manager, Office of Alternative 
Fuels, EE-33, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable 
Energy, 1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-6116

RIN: 1904-AA64
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1035. RENEWABLE ENERGY PRODUCTION INCENTIVE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 13317 Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 1212

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 1212 of the Energy Policy Act requires the Department 
of Energy (DOE) to pay, subject to the availability of appropriations, 
a production incentive to the owner or operator of a ``qualified 
renewable energy facility'' for electric energy generated by the 
facility.
The need for Federal Action was established by the Act. The specific 
requirements to receive payments are to be established by DOE. The 
incentive payments to publicly owned utilities provide a complement to 
the tax credits available to privately held utilities and electric 
power generators.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: Program must be established in sufficient time 
to make payments during Fiscal Year 1995.

Agency Contact: Dr. Allan R. Hoffman, Associate Deputy Assistant 
Secretary, Office of Utility Technologies, Department of Energy, Energy 
Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, 
DC 20585, 202 586-1786

RIN: 1904-AA65
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1036. STATE AND LOCAL ALTERNATIVE FUELS INITIATIVES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 13235 Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 409; 42 
USC 13257(o) Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 507(o)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, October 24, 1993, State and Local Incentives.
Final, Statutory, April 24, 1994, State Fleets.

Abstract: This rulemaking is responsive to sections 409 and 507(o) of 
the Energy Policy Act of 1992 regarding acceleration of the 
introduction and use of alternative fuel and alternative fueled 
vehicles.
Section 409, State and Local Incentives Programs, requires the 
Secretary to: issue regulations establishing guidelines for State 
alternative fuels and alternative fueled vehicles incentives and plans; 
invite Governors to submit a plan on introducing alternative fueled 
vehicles in the State by the year 2000; and provide a State that has an 
approved plan with information, technical assistance, and financial 
assistance to implement the plan and purchase alternative fueled 
vehicles. The States are required to contribute at least 20 percent in 
cost-sharing.
Section 507(o) of the Act, Mandatory State Fleet Program, re- quires 
State Governments to acquire alternative fueled vehicles, beginning 
with model year 1996 at a rate of 10 percent of State vehicle fleets 
and rising to a rate of 75 percent for model years 2000 and thereafter. 
The Secretary must promulgate a rule providing that States may submit 
plans which, if approved (cont.)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: ABSTRACT (cont.) by the Secretary, would be in 
lieu of the State meeting the annual percentages solely through 
purchases of new State-owned vehicles.

Agency Contact: Frank X. Mallgrave, Program Manager, Department of 
Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave 
SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8077

RIN: 1904-AA66
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1037. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR WATER HEATERS, POOL HEATERS, DIRECT 
HEATING EQUIPMENT, MOBILE HOME FURNACES, KITCHEN RANGES & OVENS, ROOM AIR 
CONDITIONERS, FLUORESCENT LAMP BALLASTS, (CONT)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6295

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430.32

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 1, 1992.
EPCA requires DOE determinations on need to amend Federal appliance 
standards in a period from 7/1/89 to 1/1/94. The statute requires 
completion of a second reanalysis of all (cont)

Abstract: The Energy Policy and Conservation Act (EPCA), as amended, 
establishes initial energy-efficiency standard levels for most types of 
major appliances and generally requires DOE to undergo two subsequent 
rulemakings, at specified times, to determine whether the extant 
standard for a covered product should be amended. These products are: 
refrigerators, refrigerator- freezers, and freezers; room air 
conditioners; central air conditioners and central air conditioning 
heat pumps; water heaters; pool heaters; direct heating equipment; 
furnaces; dishwashers; clothes washers; clothes dryers; kitchen ranges 
and ovens; and fluorescent lamp ballasts. Other appliances, including 
television sets, may be regulated by the Department. This rulemaking 
will review the statutory standards for water heaters; pool heaters; 
kitchen ranges and ovens; room air conditioners; direct heating 
equipment; mobile home furnaces; and fluorescent lamp ballasts to 
determine whether those levels need to be amended. In addition, 
television sets will be examined to determine whether conservation 
standards are justified.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           09/28/90                    55 FR 39624
NPRM                            03/04/94                    59 FR 10464
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: TITLE CONT: and Television Sets
LEGAL DEADLINE CONT: then-extant standards in a period from 7/1/94 to 
12/31/2006. EPCA requires a Final Rule by May 14 1996, in the second 
reanalysis of clothes washer standards. Prior to the April 1992 Agenda, 
clothes washer standards were included in the multi-product review 
reported in RIN 1904-AA38.

Agency Contact: Carl Adams, Director, Appliance Standards Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 
202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA38
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1038. EQUIVALENT PETROLEUM-BASED FUEL ECONOMY CALCULATION FOR ELECTRIC 
VEHICLES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 96-185, Sec 18; PL 94-413, Sec 13(c); PL 94-163, 
Sec 503(a)(3)

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 474

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The final rule on the inclusion of electric vehicles in the 
Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) program was issued by DOE on 
April 15, 1981. It established a methodology for determining the 
equivalent petroleum-based fuel economy of electric vehicles so that 
they could be included in a manufacturer's overall CAFE program. This 
methodology was based on several factors including the energy 
efficiency of the vehicle, the efficiency of electricity generation and 
transmission, the fuels used to generate electricity, and the driving 
patterns of electric vehicles. This rulemaking would update the factors 
in this methodology that are necessary for calculating the CAFE credits 
for electric vehicles.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/04/94                     59 FR 5336
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Report comparing Alternative Motor Fuels Act 
with existing rule completed April 1992. Second report recommending new 
Petroleum Equivalency Factor for NPRM completed May 1992.

Agency Contact: Rogelio Sullivan, Program Manager, Electric and Hybrid 
Propulsion Division, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and 
Renewable Energy, EE-322, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 
20585, 202 586-8042

RIN: 1904-AA40
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
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1039. TEST PROCEDURES FOR FURNACES/BOILERS, VENTED HOME HEATING 
EQUIPMENT, AND POOL HEATERS--AMENDMENT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6293

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These revisions to the test procedures for furnaces and 
boilers, vented home heating equipment and pool heaters in accordance 
with the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended, would 
incorporate by reference ASHRAE Standard 103-1988 and would establish a 
new annual efficiency descriptor. This revision is prompted by the 
ASHRAE revision of Standard 103-1982 and the need to add annual 
efficiency as a new descriptor.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/23/93                    58 FR 44583
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Carl Adams, Director, Appliance Standards Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 
202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA45
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1040.  CLARIFICATION OF EXISTING CLOTHES WASHER TEST PROCEDURE

Significance:
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6293

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking reviews testing requirements when clothes 
washers are offered with a warm rinse lock-out design feature. DOE has 
concluded that an industry interpretation of the clothes washer test 
procedure, while inconsistent with the underlying purpose of the test 
procedure, has sufficient legal basis to necessitate an amendment of 
the test procedure in order to avoid material understatements of actual 
energy consumption.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/22/93                    58 FR 67710
NPRM Comment Period End         03/24/94
Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: William W. Hui, Program Manager (EE-43), Department of 
Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. 
SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA68
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Defense and Security Affairs (DSA)
  
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1041. PERSONNEL ASSURANCE PROGRAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2012 et seq, Atomic Energy Act of 1954

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 711

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Energy (DOE) conducts a Personnel Assurance 
Program (PAP) under DOE 5610.11 ``Program to Prevent Accidental or 
Unauthorized Nuclear Explosive Detonation.'' The PAP was created in 
order to assure the reliability and safety of individuals in certain 
critical positions and is a part of the DOE nuclear weapons and 
explosives safety program. To further minimize the potential risks to 
personnel, public health and safety, and national security, the 
Department now proposes this rule which describes the PAP and provides 
for testing for alcohol under certain circumstances and for possible 
use of illegal drugs by DOE Federal and contractor employees requiring 
PAP certification or recertification. The DOE employees under the PAP 
are part of the DOE Drug-Free Workplace Program (DOE 3792.3). The DOE 
contractors under the PAP are a part of the Workplace Substance Abuse 
Programs at DOE Facilities (10 CFR 707).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James Turner or Joel Smith, Defense Programs, 
Department of Energy, Washington, DC 20545, 301 903-3463

RIN: 1992-AA14
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Defense and Security Affairs (DSA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1042. PERSONNEL SECURITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM: SUBSTANCE ABUSE TESTING 
PROCEDURES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2161; 42 USC 2165; 42 USC 2201

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 710, subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Energy (DOE) has established the Personnel 
Security Assurance Program (PSAP) through the publication of the 
revision to 10 CFR 710, ``Criteria and Procedures for Determining 
Eligibility for Access to Classified Matter or Significant Quantities 
of Special Nuclear Material.'' The PSAP was created in order to assure 
the reliability of individuals in certain positions, defined in Section 
710.50(a), and referred to as PSAP positions for purposes of this 
proposed rule. The Department now proposes to amend this rule to 
promulgate guidelines for DOE contractors for testing for possible use 
of illegal drugs or alcohol by their PSAP-cleared employees. These 
guidelines will constitute a baseline PSAP substance abuse testing 
component.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/08/91                    56 FR 10075
NPRM Comment Period End         04/08/91
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The final amendment to the PSAP Rule is 
dependent on the publication of 10 CFR 707 and its amendment to provide 
alcohol testing protocols.

Agency Contact: Lynn Gebrowsky, Personnel Security, Office of Security 
Affairs, Department of Energy, Washington, DC 20545, 301 903-3200

RIN: 1992-AA13
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Defense and Security Affairs (DSA)
  
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1043. CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR DETERMINING ELIGIBILITY FOR ACCESS TO 
CLASSIFIED MATTER OR SPECIAL NUCLEAR MATERIAL

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2161; 42 USC 2165; 42 USC 2201; EO 10450; EO 
10865

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 710, subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The criteria and procedures would be revised to permit: 
Managers to render final determinations when an individual processed 
under part 710 declines the right to a hearing; termination of 
processing or administrative termination of security clearance when an 
individual refuses to submit or complete required security forms or be 
subject to a personnel security interview; and final determinations to 
be rendered by a delegee of the Secretary.
This action would also reflect that hearing officer and second tier 
review functions would be performed by the DOE Office of Hearings and 
Appeals. In this regard, please see RIN 1901-AA55.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/08/93                    58 FR 64509
Final Action                    05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ernest E. Wagner, Office of Security Affairs, 
Department of Energy, Washington, DC 20545, 301 903-4176

RIN: 1992-AA15
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Defense and Security Affairs (DSA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1044. SECURITY SKILLS TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS STANDARDS FOR 
PROTECTIVE FORCE PERSONNEL

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201k Atomic Energy Act of 1954, sec 161k; 42 
USC 2012(a); 42 USC 2012(e); 42 USC 7254 DOE Organization Act, sec 644

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1046 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None
This is a court-ordered action.

Abstract: On February 9, 1988, DOE Order 5632.7 ``Protective Forces'' 
was issued which updated the requirements for firearms qualifications 
for security inspectors at DOE facilities. In an order and judgment 
entered March 19, 1990, the U.S. District Court of Nevada granted 
summary judgment and invalidated DOE's order as it applied to 
contractor personnel, due to the agency's failure to conduct an 
Administrative Procedure Act notice and comment rulemaking. The 
regulations would, inter alia, require that each contractor protective 
force officer have an appropriate access authorization and successfully 
complete formal basic and annual training in security skills and 
knowledge. The regulations also would require security inspectors to 
pass a firearms qualification test. Each security inspector would be 
required to demonstrate firearms proficiency at least semiannually, as 
indicated in the DOE requirements of the Standard DOE Qualification 
Courses, with all weapons reasonably expected to be used by the 
employee.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/10/91                    56 FR 21631
NPRM Comment Period End         07/09/91
Final Action                    08/31/93                    58 FR 45787
Final Action Effective          09/30/93                    58 FR 45787

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: Public hearings were held in Las Vegas, NV, on 
June 14, 1991, Argonne, IL, on June 21, 1991, and Oak Ridge, TN, on 
June 28, 1991.

Agency Contact: William J. Desmond, Office of Security Affairs, 
Department of Energy, Washington, DC 20545, 301 903-4244

RIN: 1992-AA16
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Defense and Security Affairs (DSA)
  
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1045. ASSISTANCE TO FOREIGN ATOMIC ENERGY ACTIVITIES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2077; 42 USC 2156 to 2158; 42 USC 2201; 42 USC 
2273; PL 93-438, sec 104; 41 USC 7101

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 810

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under the existing part 810 regulations, entitled Assistance 
to Foreign Atomic Energy Activities, assistance by U.S. persons to 
nuclear power reactor-related activities outside the United States is 
generally authorized for countries not listed in section 810.8. A main 
purpose of this revision is to establish a general authorization to 
enhance the operational safety of existing civilian nuclear power 
reactors in all countries that are on the section 810.8 list, 
eliminating the need for specific authorization by the Secretary of 
Energy for such assistance. In addition, the section 810.8 list of 
countries is being updated. Deletions from the list include countries 
that no longer exist and East European countries that were listed 
solely for national security reasons that vanished with the 
disintegration of the Warsaw Pact. Added to the list are certain 
republics of the former Soviet Union.
The revision of part 810 would: (1) expedite safety-related assistance 
to civilian nuclear powerplants, particularly (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/11/93                    58 FR 13427
Final Action                    07/26/93                    58 FR 39635

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: in the former Soviet Union, and 
support the U.S. Government's efforts to improve the operational safety 
of nuclear power reactors worldwide; (2) reduce the regulatory burden 
on U.S. industry by eliminating unnecessary paperwork and time- 
consuming bureaucratic delays; and (3) enable U.S. firms to compete 
more effectively against foreign competitors for safety-related nuclear 
business.

Agency Contact: Zander Hollander, Office of Security Affairs, 
Department of Energy, Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-2125

RIN: 1992-AA18
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                                Prerule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
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1046. REVIEW OF ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES WITH RESPECT TO IMPORTS AND 
EXPORTS OF NATURAL GAS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  15 USC 717b

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 590

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To review the administrative procedure regulations contained 
in 10 CFR part 590 in order to determine any amendments needed to the 
regulations in light of the amendment to the Natural Gas Act of 1938 
made by section 201 of the Energy Policy Act of 1992. Section 201 
deemed in the public interest, and required DOE to grant, most natural 
gas import and export applications for which DOE previously had made a 
public interest determination.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clifford P. Tomaszewski, Director, Office of Natural 
Gas (FE-50), Office of Fossil Energy, Department of Energy, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-9482

RIN: 1901-AA25
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                                Prerule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1047. RENEGOTIATION OF POWER SALES CONTRACTS

Legal Authority:  16 USC 839(c)

CFR Citation:  Not applicable

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To review whether changes are needed in the policies, 
practices, and procedures regarding renegotiation of Bonneville Power 
Administration power sales contracts. This review is related to a 
multi-year process of renegotiation of these contracts.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marybeth Van Buren, Attorney/OGC, Department of Energy, 
Bonneville Power Administration, Portland, Oregon 97208-3621, 503 230-
4201

RIN: 1901-AA36
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                                Prerule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1048. HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE RESPONSE AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE WORKER TRAINING 
AND CONTRACTOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 102-190, sec 3131

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Public Law 102-190, sec 3131, subsection (b) directs the 
Department of Energy to assess civil penalties against contractors at 
DOE nuclear weapons facilities who fail either to provide training to 
employees engaged in hazardous substance response and emergency 
response or fail to certify that such workers have been adequately 
trained. The regulation will provide the procedures for enforcement as 
provided for in sec 3131.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: David Smith, Industrial Hygienist, Department of 
Energy, EH-31.1, Washington, DC 20545, 301 903-4669

RIN: 1901-AA44
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                                Prerule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1049. IMPLEMENTATION OF DOE SCIENCE EDUCATION ENHANCEMENT ACT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 101-510, DOE Science Education Enhancement Act; PL 
101-514, sec 305

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This is a review to determine what portion of Public Law 101-
510 will require a program rule. Public Law 101-510, DOE Science 
Education Enhancement Act: (1) states that the support for science 
education is now considered one of DOE's main missions; (2) encourages 
development and implementation of existing science, mathematics, and 
engineering education at DOE laboratories; (3) provides for more 
efficient coordination of DOE education programs between the 
laboratories and educational institutions; (4) authorizes the Secretary 
to establish new educational programs; and (5) establishes 
``partnerships'' between the Department, DOE facilities, and 
educational institutions. The purpose of any program rule and DOE 
Orders is to set forth the administrative and financial policies and 
procedures applicable to educational partnerships, personal property 
partnerships, laboratory cooperative science centers, precollege, 
undergraduate and educational institutions and related organizations. 
The potential benefits of the program include (1) identifying and 
successfully managing the (cont)

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this 
action.
Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: total DOE-wide educational 
environment for the future; (2) eliminating duplication of effort in 
implementing educational programs; (3) better communication flow 
between DOE, its laboratories, universities, schools, other Federal 
agencies, and State organizations; (4) providing a better systematic 
approach to administering and implementing policies as required by 
Public Law 101-510; (5) evaluating and managing existing and future 
funding requirements; and (6) recognizing potential educational 
problems and establishing internal policies and procedures to resolve 
them.

Agency Contact: Michael L. Wolfe, Program Manager (ET-31), Office of 
Univer. & Science Educ. Programs, Department of Energy, 1000 
Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-5462

RIN: 1901-AA51
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1050. ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM PERMITS AND REPORTS; APPLICATIONS; 
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SANCTIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 95-91; PL 66-280; EO 12038

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations would streamline the existing procedures 
for applying to the DOE for Presidential permits and electricity export 
authorizations, by eliminating the use of FERC ``trial-type'' 
procedures and establishing a less adversarial process of 
decisionmaking. These regulations may also establish that DOE's 
decisional criterion is only electric power system reliability and not 
the economic or commercial viability of projects.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ellen Russell, Fuels Conversion Analyst, (FE-52), 
Office of Coal and Electricity, Department of Energy, Room 3F-094, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-9624

RIN: 1901-AA19
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1051. ENERGY BOARD OF CONTRACT APPEALS; ORGANIZATION, FUNCTIONS AND 
AUTHORITIES; RULES OF PRACTICE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  41 USC 601 et seq

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1023

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Update statement of Board organization, functions and 
authorities; update rules of practice for contract appeals to provide 
for alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and other purposes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/30/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. Barclay Van Doren, Chair, Board of Contract Appeals, 
Department of Energy, 4040 N. Fairfax Drive, Rm 1006, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-2700

RIN: 1901-AA30
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1052. RULES OF PRACTICE TO GOVERN PROCEEDINGS TO RESOLVE CERTAIN DISPUTES 
ARISING BETWEEN M&O CONTRACTORS AND THEIR SUBCONTRACTORS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 95-91, title VI, sec 644; PL 83-703, sec 161; 9 
USC 1 to 14

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1023; 48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Procedures are necessary to resolve certain disputes arising 
between DOE management and operating (M&O) contractors and their 
subcontractors.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/30/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. Barclay Van Doren, Chair, Board of Contract Appeals, 
Department of Energy, 4040 N. Fairfax Drive, Rm. 1006, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-2700

RIN: 1901-AA31
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1053. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1004

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise the DOE regulations on the procedures 
and principles to be applied in responding to requests for records 
under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) 5 USC 552. Revisions 
include updated names and addresses of organizational entities, and 
updated guidelines for the schedule of fees associated with processing 
requests. A proposed section on policies would clarify DOE's operation 
of a first-in, first-out policy in responding to FOIA requests. The 
issue of when contractor records become agency records also will be 
resolved in the new rule. The role of the Office of Hearings and 
Appeals is clarified.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/23/91                    56 FR 55036
NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  All

Agency Contact: Denise Diggin, Chief of FOI/PA (HR-831), Office of 
Administration and Management, Department of Energy, 1000 Independence 
Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-6025

RIN: 1901-AA32
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1054. PREFERENCE POLICY FOR SALES OF SURPLUS FIRM POWER AND SURPLUS 
NONFIRM ENERGY UNDER THE NORTHWEST POWER ACT

Legal Authority:  16 USC 839c(f); 16 USC 837(b)

CFR Citation:  Not applicable

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 5(f) of the Pacific Northwest Electric Power Planning 
and Conservation Act (Northwest Power Act), Pub. L. 96-501, provides 
that the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) may sell or otherwise 
dispose of power which is surplus to the obligations of the 
Administrator under sections 5(b), (c), and (d) in accordance with that 
Act and other applicable provisions of the statute. Section 9(c) of the 
Northwest Power Act and the Act of August 31, 1964, Pub. L. 88-552 (the 
Northwest Preference Act), provide that the BPA may only sell power 
outside the Pacific Northwest that is surplus firm power, surplus 
nonfirm energy, or surplus capacity as defined in those Acts. Surplus 
firm power, surplus nonfirm energy or surplus capacity is defined as 
energy or capacity for which there is no market or demand in the 
Pacific Northwest at rates established for the disposition of such 
energy or capacity. In February 1990, BPA published for comment a 
proposal for adoption of policy and procedures for sales of surplus 
firm power, surplus nonfirm energy, and surplus capacity. To complete 
its effort to establish a formal policy on the disposal of this power, 
BPA will issue in the Federal Register a Notice (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/23/90                     55 FR 6420
NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: of Response to Comments on 
Issues to be Addressed in establishing a Preference Policy, as well as 
a Notice of Draft Policy and a Final Policy.

Agency Contact: Thomas Miller, Attorney/OGC, Department of Energy, 
Bonneville Power Administration, Portland, Oregon 97208-3621, 503 230-
4201

RIN: 1901-AA37
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1055. NUCLEAR SAFETY MANAGEMENT: PHASE II

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201; 42 USC 7191

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 830

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would make additions to DOE's requirements 
concerning DOE contractor and subcontractor activities for ensuring 
nuclear safety at DOE facilities. Among other matters, the Phase II 
rules relate to safety concern management; reactor design criteria; 
seismic and environmental qualifications; fire protection; personnel 
training; emergency preparedness; safety responsibility; and contractor 
oversight.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stephen Stern, Nuclear Safety Policy Division (EH-62), 
Office of Nuclear Safety Policy & Standards, Department of Energy, 
Washington, DC. 20545, 301 903-2527

RIN: 1901-AA42
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1056. STANDARD CONTRACT FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SPENT NUCLEAR FUEL AND/OR 
HIGH-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 10222

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 961

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On April 18, 1983, DOE published a rule that established the 
Standard Contract for the Disposal of Spent Nuclear Fuel and/or High-
Level Radioactive Waste (Standard Contract) to be used by DOE in 
furnishing disposal services to the owners and generators of spent 
nuclear fuel (SNF) and/or high-level radioactive waste (HLW) (48 FR 
16590). The Standard Contract represents the sole contractual mechanism 
for DOE acceptance and disposal of SNF. The Standard Contract 
establishes the requirements and operational responsibilities of DOE 
and the owners and generators of SNF regarding administrative matters, 
fees, terms of payment, waste acceptance criteria and waste acceptance 
procedures. This rulemaking concerns changes and additions to the 
Standard Contract.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Nancy H. Slater, Industrial Specialist (Nuclear), 
Department of Energy, Logistics and Utility Interface Branch (RW-432) 
Office of Civilian Radioactive Waste Management, Wash. DC 20585, 202 
586-8320

RIN: 1901-AA49
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1057. ENERGY PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  PL 102-486, sec 114 Energy Policy Act of 1992

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 24, 1993.
Section 114 of PL 102-486 requires final regulations to be adopted by 
10/24/93.

Abstract: Section 114 of PL 102-486 requires the Administrator of 
Western Area Power Administration (Western) to revise existing 
guidelines. New regulations, to be in place by 10/24/93, require each 
customer purchasing energy under a long-term firm power service 
contract with Western to implement integrated resource planning (IRP) 
by 10/24/95. Western's proposed rule does not consider alternatives to 
IRP, due to statutory mandate, although alternatives are being 
evaluated in the draft EIS. As part of the same rulemaking, where 
permitted by law, Western proposes to extend a major portion of long-
term firm power sold to existing customers pursuant to contracts 
expiring over the next several years. Extensions of resource 
commitments will provide long-term resource stability necessary for 
effective IRP. Western is evaluating alternative lengths of contract 
extensions and amounts of resource commitments in the draft EIS, as 
well as a no-action alternative of using existing marketing criteria 
allocation processes for contract and resource extensions. Costs of 
compliance with these rules may be considerable, but utilities that 
have developed IRP have found the resulting (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/18/94
NPRM Comment Period End         06/20/94
Final Action                    10/03/94
Final Action Effective          11/30/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $270,000; Yearly Recurring Cost: 
$50,000; Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 1993

Sectors Affected:  491 Electric Services

Analysis:  Draft EIS 02/24/93; Final EIS 09/24/93

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: benefits outweigh the expense.

Agency Contact: Robert C. Fullerton, Director, Division of Marketing & 
Rates, Department of Energy, 1627 Cole Boulevard, P.O. Box 3402, 
Golden, CO 80401-3398, 303 275-1605

RIN: 1901-AA50
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1058. THE OFFICE OF ENERGY RESEARCH FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2051; 42 USC 5817; 42 USC 5901 et seq; 42 USC 
7254; 42 USC 7256; 31 USC 6301 et seq

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 605

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Action to be taken will improve grants administration by 
providing a more streamlined and uniform approach to post-award 
requirements, yet maintain stewardship and accountability 
responsibilities.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Jean A. Morrow, Grants Policy Analyst (ER-64), 
Department of Energy, Office of Energy Research, Washington, DC 20545, 
301 903-2452

RIN: 1901-AA54
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1059. OFFICE OF HEARINGS AND APPEALS PROCEDURAL REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7101 et seq; 15 USC 761 et seq

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1003; 10 CFR 205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Codify procedural regulations of Office of Hearings and 
Appeals in Chapter X of Title 10, which contains general provisions of 
DOE regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas O. Mann, Deputy Director, Office of Hearings and 
Appeals, Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-2094

RIN: 1901-AA55
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1060.  PAYMENTS FOR SPECIAL BURDENS AND IN LIEU OF TAXES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2208 Section 168 of Atomic Energy Act of 1954

CFR Citation:  10 CFR Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To revise the Department of Energy's policy on making 
payments for special burdens and in lieu of taxes to State and local 
taxing jurisdictions pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954. Prior 
to the 1987 issuance of DOE Order 2100.12, the Department and its 
predecessor agencies approved such payment requests on an ad hoc basis. 
To ensure all eligible taxing jurisdictions are provided appropriate 
opportunity to comment, the revised policy is being established through 
the rulemaking process. The Department anticipates no added costs by 
issuing the revised policy as a regulation rather than as an internal 
directive revision. However, the eligible taxing jurisdictions will 
benefit from a regulation since their comments will be given full 
consideration before finalizing the regulation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: Cathy Cunning, Director, Financial Policy Division, 
Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 
202 586-4860

RIN: 1901-AA58
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1061.  OCCUPATIONAL RADIATION PROTECTION--AMENDMENT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201; 42 USC 7191

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 835

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: 10 CFR part 835 establishes the basic requirements for DOE 
contractor and subcontractor activities to ensure radiation protection 
of occupational workers at DOE facilities. See 58 FR 65458 (December 
14, 1993). The proposed amendment to Part 835 would include several 
items not previously covered such as sealed radioactive source 
accountability and control, and surface contamination values for 
tritium. Sealed source accountability and control requirements 
currently appear in DOE Notice 5400.9, and tritium surface 
radioactivity values in the Radiation Control (RADCON) Manual. This 
rulemaking stems from DOE's ongoing effort to strengthen the protection 
of health and safety from the nuclear and radiological hazards posed by 
these DOE facilities.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: R. Thomas Bell or Joel Rabovsky, Health Physicist (EH-
411), Health Physics Programs Divisions, Department of Energy, 19901 
Germantown Rd., Germantown, MD 20874, 301 903-3889

RIN: 1901-AA59
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1062. RADIATION PROTECTION OF THE PUBLIC AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201; 42 USC 7191

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 834

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Energy (DOE) proposes the addition of a new 
part to its regulations establishing a body of rules for DOE contractor 
and subcontractor activities that will form the basic requirements for 
ensuring radiation protection of the public and environment at DOE 
facilities. These requirements stem from the Department's ongoing 
effort to strengthen the protection of health, safety, and the 
environment from the nuclear, radiological, and chemical hazards posed 
by these DOE facilities. The new part provides radiation protection 
requirements for the public and environment for DOE and DOE contractor 
operations. Major elements of the regulation include a dose limitation 
system for protection of the public; requirements for liquid 
discharges; reporting and monitoring requirements; and residual 
radioactive material requirements.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/25/93                    58 FR 16268
NPRM Comment Period End         06/22/93                    58 FR 16268
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Andrew Wallo, III, Director, Air, Water and Radiation 
Div. (EH-232), Office of Environmental Guidance, Department of Energy, 
U.S. Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20585, 202 586-4996

RIN: 1901-AA38
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1063. URANIUM ENRICHMENT DECONTAMINATION AND DECOMMISSIONING FUND

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 102-486, sec 1101

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under section 1101 of the Energy Policy Act of 1992, a fund 
for the decontamination and decommissioning (D&D) of uranium enrichment 
facilities is to be established in the Treasury of the United States. 
The Energy Policy Act requires deposits into the D&D fund of $480 
million a year. To support the D&D fund, DOE is required to collect 
from domestic utilities an amount not to exceed $150 million annually 
(as adjusted for inflation); the remainder of annual deposits to the 
D&D fund is to be provided through Congressional appropriations. The 
annual collection of a ``special assessment'' from domestic utilities 
is to continue for a period of 15 years, or until the fund accumulates 
$2.25 billion.
The fund is to be used to support (1) the D&D of DOE's uranium 
enrichment facilities and (2) the reimbursement of owners of active 
uranium and thorium processing sites for a portion of their mine-
tailing remediation costs attributable to the production and sale of 
uranium or thorium to the Federal Government.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/02/93                    58 FR 41164
Interim Final Rule for FY 1993 
Special Assessment              08/02/93                    58 FR 41160
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: DOE is developing procedures for collecting the 
special assessment from utilities in two phases: (1) the calculation 
methodology and collection of special assessments from utilities in 
fiscal year 1993 were addressed in an interim final rule, published on 
August 2, 1993; and (2) contributions to be made after fiscal year 1993 
were addressed in a proposed rule, also published on August 2, 1993.

Agency Contact: Ross Bradley, Environmental Management Coordinator, 
Office of Eastern Area Programs (EM-42), Department of Energy, Trevion 
II Bldg., Washington, DC 20585-0002, 301 903-7646

RIN: 1901-AA52
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1064. REIMBURSEMENT FOR COSTS OF REMEDIAL ACTION AT ACTIVE URANIUM AND 
THORIUM PROCESSING SITES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 102-486, sec 1001 to 1004

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 765

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, April 22, 1993.
PL 102-486, sec. 1002, requires DOE to ``issue regulations 180 days 
after enactment.''

Abstract: DOE is required to annually reimburse active uranium and 
thorium licensees up to $5.50 per ton of remediated by-product material 
generated as an incident of uranium or thorium sales to the United 
States Government. Total reimbursement to all licensees is limited to 
$310 million. DOE is required to issue regulations governing the 
reimbursement process. The rule establishes procedures for: (1) The 
determination of eligible licensees, by-product material quantities, 
and reimbursable costs; (2) claim submittal, review, and verification; 
(3) inflation adjustment; and (4) dispute resolution.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/09/93                    58 FR 42450
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David E. Mathes, Director, Division of Off-Site 
Remediation, Office of Southwestern Area Programs (EM-45), Department 
of Energy, Trevion II Bldg, Washington, DC 20585-0002, 301 903-7220

RIN: 1901-AA53
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1065. EPIDEMIOLOGY AND OTHER HEALTH STUDIES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2051

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 602

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will support the Office of Environment, Safety and 
Health's use of financial assistance awards to promote vital program 
missions, including protecting the health of workers at Department of 
Energy sites, as well as other individuals potentially affected by 
energy production, transmission, or use. The rule procedures also will 
facilitate an open and competitive process for obtaining financial 
assistance awards.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/18/93                    58 FR 53671
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William G. LeFurgy, Management Analyst, EH-422, 
Department of Energy, Office of Environment, Safety and Health, 
Washington, DC 20545, 301 903-6740

RIN: 1901-AA56
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1066. ANNOTATION OF LAND RECORDS FOR REMEDIATED PROPERTIES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 95-604, sec 104(d)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under section 104(d) of the Uranium Mill Tailings Radiation 
Control Act of 1978, the Department of Energy (DOE) is required to 
issue appropriate rules and regulations concerning the annotation of 
land records of designated inactive uranium mill sites and vicinity 
properties included for remedial action under the Act. The annotation 
is to be conducted by States and is intended to ensure that future 
purchasers of remediated inactive uranium mill sites and vicinity 
properties will be notified, prior to such purchase, of the condition 
of the land.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/14/89                    54 FR 29732
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Jacob W. Gatrell, Director, Off-Site Program Division 
(EM-451), Office of Envir. Rest. & Waste Management, Department of 
Energy, Trevion II Bldg, GTN, Washington, DC 20585, 301 903-7221

RIN: 1901-AA57
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1067. PROCEDURAL RULES FOR DOE NUCLEAR ACTIVITIES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 100-408; 42 USC 2201; 42 USC 7191; 42 USC 2282a; 
42 USC 2273(c)

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 820

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Price-Anderson Amendments Act (PAAA) of 1988 contains 
provisions subjecting DOE contractors (and subcontractors and suppliers 
thereto) who are indemnified under the PAAA, to penalties for 
violations of nuclear safety rules, regulations, or orders issued by 
the Department. The Secretary has authority to compromise, modify, or 
remit penalties and to prescribe regulations as necessary. The 
Secretary is required to determine by rule whether nonprofit 
educational institutions should receive automatic remission of civil 
penalties. The penalty provisions of the PAAA are directed toward 
assuring compliance with DOE nuclear safety requirements through the 
use of monetary penalties. These regulations implement the penalty 
provisions of the Act and will include, as an appendix, a General 
Statement of Enforcement Policy.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Inquiry               09/21/89                    54 FR 38865
NPRM                            12/09/91                    56 FR 64290
Public Hearing                  01/09/92                      57 FR 855
NPRM Comment Period End         03/25/92                      57 FR 855
Notice of Clarification- Clarify 
Definition of DOE Nuclear Safety 
Requirements                    05/15/92                    57 FR 20796
Final Action                    08/17/93                    58 FR 43680
Final Action Effective          09/16/93                    58 FR 43680

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Richard L. Black, Director, Enforcement Division (NS-
30), Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 
20585, 301 427-1692

RIN: 1901-AA26
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1068. NUCLEAR SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201; 42 USC 7191

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 830

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Energy (DOE) proposes the addition of a new 
part to its regulations establishing a body of rules for DOE contractor 
and subcontractor activities that will form the basic requirements for 
ensuring nuclear safety at DOE facilities. These requirements stem from 
the Department's ongoing effort to strengthen the protection of health, 
safety, and the environment from the nuclear, radiological, and 
chemical hazards posed by these DOE facilities. The requirements relate 
to (1) Safety Analysis Reports, (2) Unreviewed Safety Questions, (3) 
Quality Assurance, (4) Defect Identification, (5) Conduct of 
Operations, (6) Technical Safety Requirements, (7) Training, (8) 
Maintenance Management, and (9) Reporting Operational Occurrences.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/09/91                    56 FR 64316
NPRM Comment Period End         03/25/92                      57 FR 855
Final Action                    04/06/94                    58 FR 15843

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Frank Hawkins, Nuclear Safety Policy Division (EH-62), 
Office of Environment, Safety and Health, Department of Energy, 
Washington, DC 20545, 301 903-2476

RIN: 1901-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1069. OCCUPATIONAL RADIATION PROTECTION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201; 42 USC 7191

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 835

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Energy (DOE) adds a new part to its 
regulations establishing a body of rules for DOE contractor and 
subcontractor activities that form the basic requirements for ensuring 
radiation protection of the occupational worker at DOE facilities. 
These requirements stem from the Department's ongoing effort to 
strengthen the protection of health and safety from the nuclear and 
radiological hazards posed by these DOE facilities. The new part 
provides radiation protection requirements for the occupational workers 
for DOE and DOE contractor operations. Major elements of the regulation 
include increased emphasis on as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) 
exposure limits for the protection of workers and requirements for a 
written Radiation Protection Program.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/09/91                    56 FR 64344
Final Action                    12/14/93                    58 FR 65458
Final Action Effective          01/13/94                    58 FR 65458

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: DOE is proposing to amend this final rule. See 
RIN 1901-AA59.

Agency Contact: R. Thomas Bell or Joel Rabovsky, Health Physicist (EH-
411), Health Physics Programs Division, Department of Energy, 19901 
Germantown Rd., Germantown, MD. 20874, 301 903-3889

RIN: 1901-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Departmental and Others (ENDEP)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1070. POLICY TO IMPLEMENT SECTION 6(C) OF THE NORTHWEST POWER ACT

Legal Authority:  16 USC 839d Northwest Power Act, sec 6(c)

CFR Citation:  Not applicable

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under section 6(c) of the Northwest Power Act, Bonneville 
must hold a hearing on proposals to (1) acquire a major resource, (2) 
implement a conservation measure that is equivalent to a major 
resource, (3) pay or reimburse preconstruction and investigation costs 
to major resource sponsors, or (4) grant billing credits. As part of 
the hearing, the Administrator must determine whether the proposed 
actions are consistent with the Northwest Power and Conservation 
Planning Council's plan. Bonneville and the Council recently concluded 
a 5-year review of their respective 6(c) Policies, which establish the 
basis for holding a 6(c) hearing and the procedures governing the 
hearings. The scope of the policies was expanded to cover paying or 
reimbursing preconstruction and investigation expenses to sponsors of 
major resources, and providing billing credits or services involving a 
major resource. Bonneville also included a provision for expedited 6(c) 
hearing procedures under certain conditions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/20/92                    57 FR 37792
Final Action Effective          03/26/93                    58 FR 35923
Final Action                    07/02/93                    58 FR 35922

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Phyllis Evans, Public Utilities Specialist (APG), 
Department of Energy, P.O. Box 3621, Portland, OR 97208, 503 230-5341

RIN: 1901-AA43
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                                Prerule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1071.  LIMITS ON PARTICIPATION IN CERTAIN DOE RESEARCH AND 
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 13525, Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 2306

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To develop guidelines to implement section 2306 of the Energy 
Policy Act of 1992. Section 2306 imposes eligibility requirements for 
financial assistance awards under titles XX through XXIII of the Act.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. The agency has not yet determined whether there 
is a paperwork burden associated with this action.

Agency Contact: Connie Fournier, Director, Procurement Policy Division 
(HR-521.1), Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance 
Management, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 
586-8245

RIN: 1991-AB14
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1072. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS: MANAGEMENT OF 
MOTOR EQUIPMENT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  41 CFR 109

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Updates the Property Management Regulations regarding 
management of motor equipment, including motor vehicles, aircraft, and 
watercraft.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Wilson, Supply Management Representative, 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8260

RIN: 1991-AA28
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1073. DEAR: MISCELLANEOUS CHANGES ON ACQUISITION OF MOTOR EQUIPMENT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 908; 48 CFR 970; 48 CFR 945

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To provide additional, and to revise current, policy guidance 
in the Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR) on the 
acquisition of personal property in the areas of motor equipment 
management including motor vehicles and aircraft.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Robert Wilson, Supply Management Representative, 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8260

RIN: 1991-AA32
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1074. RESOLUTION OF DISPUTES BETWEEN SUBCONTRACTORS AND DOE MANAGEMENT 
AND OPERATING CONTRACTORS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Establishes a system in the Department of Energy Acquisition 
Regulation (DEAR) to allow subcontractors under DOE Management and 
Operating contracts access in certain circumstances to the Energy Board 
of Contract Appeals in resolution of disputes with the contractor. 
Procedural changes by the Board of Contract Appeals also are necessary 
in order fully to implement this action. See RIN 1901-AA31.
Also clarifies that DOE Contracting Officers lack authority to 
designate Management and Operating contractors as purchasing agents for 
DOE absent special authorization.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Robert M. Webb, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8264

RIN: 1991-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1075. TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER: DOE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATING CONTRACTORS

Legal Authority:  PL 101-189, sec 3133; 42 USC 7256(a)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Public Law 101-189 amended the Stevenson-Wydler Technology 
Innovation Act to include DOE management and operating laboratories. 
Consistent with DOE's Technology Transfer mission, DOE will also 
authorize the conduct of certain technology transfer activities at its 
non-laboratory facilities operated by M&O contractors. DOE will need to 
amend DEAR 970 to standardize the implementation of its technology 
transfer program.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Howard K. Mitchell, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8190

RIN: 1991-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1076. DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  EO 12689

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1035; 10 CFR 1036

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This conforms procurement debarment procedures and 
nonprocurement debarment procedures to have reciprocal Governmentwide 
effect.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Cynthia Yee, Procurement Analyst, Department of Energy, 
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-1140

RIN: 1991-AA69
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1077. PERSONNEL APPENDICES AND EMPLOYEE RELOCATION UNDER MANAGEMENT AND 
OPERATING CONTRACTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970 to 3101; 48 CFR 970 to 3102

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rulemaking will (1) establish one basic method -- the 
personnel appendix -- for recording advance understandings on personnel 
costs, (2) clarify that only those personnel policies and associated 
costs which are set forth in the personnel appendix are reimbursable 
under the contract, (3) make allowable contractors dependent care 
programs which meet DOE criteria and the contractor's workforce needs, 
(4) allow reimbursement to contractor employees for tax liabilities 
incurred as a result of relocating at DOE direction, and (5) clarify 
provisions on allowable contractor pension costs and describe the 
Department's contractor pension funding policy. The rule will enhance 
control over contractor personnel relocation costs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: John J. Edmondson, Director, Office of Contractor Human 
Resource Mgmt., Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and 
Assistance Management, Room 4H-023, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., 
Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-9008

RIN: 1991-AA80
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1078. UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS AND COOPERATIVE 
AGREEMENTS TO STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 42 USC 7256

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 600, subpart E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking modifies the Governmentwide Common Rule 
pertaining to administrative requirements for grants and cooperative 
agreements to States, local governments and Indian tribes. The rule was 
first published in 1988 and this revision updates some provisions of 
the rule and changes others to address issues that have been raised.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94
Final Action                    09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Edward Sharp, Procurement Analyst (PR-122), Department 
of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8192

RIN: 1991-AA85
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1079. DEAR: SECURITY PROCEDURES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 904; 48 CFR 952

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revise security procedures regarding foreign ownership, 
control and influence to clarify requirements and simplify approval 
process.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this 
action.

Agency Contact: Robert Webb, Procurement Analyst (PR-121), Department 
of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AA86
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1080. DEAR: M&O WORK AUTHORIZATION AND CONTROL SYSTEM

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970.10; 48 CFR 970.52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amend the DEAR to require management and operating contracts 
to utilize an improved contract work authorization and control system.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Richard B. Langston, Procurement Analyst (PR-121), 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AA91
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1081. DEAR: PROJECT CONTROL SYSTEM

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 952.212-73; 48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amend the Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR) 
to require selected contractors performing project work to have project 
control system in place which meets the requirements set forth in DOE 
Notice 4700.5, Project Control System Guidelines.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Kevin M. Smith, Procurement Analyst, PR-121, Department 
of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8189

RIN: 1991-AA93
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1082. DEAR: OWNERSHIP OF RECORDS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment would allow ownership of certain records to 
vest in DOE management and operating contractors, even though produced 
at Government expense provided the contract contains terms ensuring the 
Government's right to audit, use, and copy such records.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Richard B. Langston, Procurement Analyst (PR-121), 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AA96
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1083. DEAR: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CLAUSES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The existing regulation will be revised to provide uniform 
guidance to management and operating contractors on required financial 
management contract clauses.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Michael L. Righi, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, PR-122, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8175

RIN: 1991-AB02
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1084.  REVIEW OF CONTRACTORS' PURCHASING SYSTEMS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 944; 48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The DEAR will be revised to provide changed coverage on 
contractors' purchasing systems reviews and new coverage on self 
assessment reviews of management and operating contractor purchasing 
systems.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: P. Devers Weaver, Department of Energy, Office of 
Procurement and Assistance Management, Procurement Policy Division (PR 
121), Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8250

RIN: 1991-AB07
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1085.  LEGISLATIVE LOBBYING COST PROHIBITION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7256A

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The existing Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation will 
be amended to preclude any misunderstandings between the Department and 
its contractors regarding the allowability of costs related to 
legislative lobbying.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Michel L. Righi, Procurement Analyst (HR-521.1), 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8175

RIN: 1991-AB08
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1086.  DEAR: EXTEND-COMPETE REVISIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revise policy to place greater emphasis on competition for 
management and operating contracts and to require that contracts be 
competed at least once every 10 years, absent extraordinary 
circumstances.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Richard Langston, Procurement Analyst (HR-521.1), 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AB09
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1087.  PROCUREMENT SET ASIDES FOR SMALL BUSINESS AND OTHERS

Legal Authority:  PL 102-486, sec 3021 The Energy Policy Act of 1992

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 926; 48 CFR 952; 48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To provide procedures to allow DOE to accomplish goals 
described in Section 3021 of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 for set 
aside award preferences for (1) small and disadvantaged business, (2) 
historically black colleges and universities, and (3) colleges and 
universities with 20% or more Hispanics or Native American students.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Robert M. Webb, Procurement Analyst (HR-521.1), 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8264

RIN: 1991-AB11
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1088.  INDEPENDENT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT/BID AND PROPOSAL 
COSTS AND TRAVEL COST GUIDELINES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 915; 48 CFR 931; 48 CFR 942; 48 CFR 951; 48 CFR 
952; 48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The action would make amendments to the Department of Energy 
Acquisition Regulation to provide guidance to contractors regarding the 
allowability of independent research and development/bid and proposal 
and travel costs. It results from the recodification of cost accounting 
standards into Title 48 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Terrence D. Sheppard, Procurement Analyst, Department 
of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave.,SW, Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8174

RIN: 1991-AB12
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1089.  UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS WITH 
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS, HOSPITALS, AND OTHER NONPROFIT INSTITUTIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 42 USC 7256

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 600

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will modify the provisions in 10 CFR 600 
dealing with educational institutions, hospitals and other nonprofit 
organizations to reflect changes made to the recently revised OMB 
Circular A-110.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Edward Sharp, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8192

RIN: 1991-AB13
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1090. DEAR: PATENT POLICY REVISIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2011 et seq, The Atomic Energy Act of 1954; 42 
USC 5901 et seq, The Fed. Non-nu. Energy Re. & Dev. Act; 42 USC 7101 et 
seq, The DOE Organization Act

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 927; 48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR), 
promulgated March 29, 1984, at 49 FR 11922, supplements and implements 
the Federal Acquisition Regulation. A more recent Federal Acquisition 
Circular was issued to establish a FAR part 27 concerning patents. It 
will be necessary to revise part 927 of the DEAR to supplement and 
implement the FAR and to explain how DOE patent policy will differ due 
to our statutory requirements.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/28/91                    56 FR 42584
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Robert M. Webb, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8264

RIN: 1991-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1091. NEW RESTRICTIONS ON LOBBYING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  PL 101-121, sec 319

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1036

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department will join 28 other Executive agencies in 
issuing a final common rule for the purpose of implementing new 
statutory prohibitions and disclosure requirements with regard to 
certain influencing activities.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

OMB Interim Final Guidance      12/20/89                    54 FR 52306
Interim Final Rule              02/26/90                     55 FR 6736
Further OMB Guidance            06/15/90                    55 FR 24540
Further OMB Guidance            01/15/92                     57 FR 1772


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Howard K. Mitchell, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8190

RIN: 1991-AA64
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1092. ACQUISITION OF FEDERAL INFORMATION RESOURCES BY CONTRACT

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c); 42 USC 7101

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 939; 48 CFR 970.39

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Provides procedures governing acquisition of Federal 
information processing resources by contract.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/02/93                    58 FR 63556
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: E. Simpson, Policy Analyst, Department of Energy, 
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 Independence Ave. 
SW., PR-121, Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AA81
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1093. AMENDMENT TO WORKPLACE SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS AT DOE SITES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2012 et seq, Atomic Energy Act of 1954

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 707

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend the Department's rule governing the 
use of illegal drugs at DOE sites to ensure that substance abuse 
programs include provisions that also address misuse and abuse of 
alcohol. DOE expects to mitigate the potential for harm to the 
environment and to the public health and safety at DOE sites by 
contractor employees and other individuals performing health or safety 
sensitive functions. Cost incurred will affect primarily cost 
reimbursement type contracts for managing, operating, constructing, and 
servicing DOE facilities and certain other on-site contractors and 
subcontractors.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/22/92                    57 FR 32664
NPRM Comment Period End         09/21/92                    57 FR 32664
Final Action                    05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Juanita E. Smith, Director, Special Assistant, 
Substance Abuse, HR-524, Department of Energy, Office of Procurement 
and Assistance Management, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 
20585, 202 586-9033

RIN: 1991-AA90
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1094. DEAR: ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 909.57

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Regulation is to clarify certain aspects of existing 
regulations covering organizational conflicts of interest in the award 
of contracts and subcontracts.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/16/93                    58 FR 38340
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Robert M. Webb, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8264

RIN: 1991-AA95
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1095. DEAR: AMENDMENT TO WORKPLACE SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS AT DOE SITES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 923.5; 48 CFR 970.2305

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To implement revised requirements of 10 CFR 707 concerning 
alcohol abuse in contracts subject to DOE's Workplace Substance Abuse 
Programs. This rule would conform the Department of Energy Acquisition 
Regulation to 10 CFR 707 in this respect. See RIN 1991-AA90.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Edward Simpson, Procurement Analyst, Office of Policy, 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8246

RIN: 1991-AA97
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1096. DEAR: INTERAGENCY AGREEMENTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 917.5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The existing regulation is to be amended to add guidance 
regarding Interagency Agreements. It will add definitions, define 
responsibilities and discuss funding methods for funds-out interagency 
agreements.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/09/93                    58 FR 36918
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Richard Langston, Procurement Analyst (PR-121), 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave, Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AA98
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1097. SEISMIC SAFETY STANDARDS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 42 USC 7256; EO 12699

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 600

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking brings the Financial Assistance 
Rules into compliance with Executive Order 12699 of January 5, 1990, 
Seismic Safety of Federal and Federally Assisted or Regulated New 
Building Construction.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/30/93                    58 FR 63123
Final Action                    07/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Edward Sharp, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8192

RIN: 1991-AB03
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1098. DEAR: UPDATED COVERAGE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 904; 48 CFR 917; 48 CFR 936; 48 CFR 943; 48 CFR 
952; 48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The existing regulation will be updated to delete obsolete 
coverage and to clarify existing guidance.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/02/93                    58 FR 63553
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Kevin M. Smith, Procurement Analyst, PR-121, Department 
of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8189

RIN: 1991-AB04
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1099. DEAR: RECOVERED/RECYCLED MATERIALS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 42 USC 486(c); 42 USC 6962

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 923; 48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule is to amend the Department of Energy Acquisition 
Regulation to provide for the use of products that contain recovered/
recycled materials.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this 
action.

Agency Contact: P. Devers Weaver, Procurement Policy Division, 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8250

RIN: 1991-AB05
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1100. DEAR: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Energy has amended the Department of Energy 
Acquisition Regulation to clarify and emphasize environmental 
protection requirements for contractors operating DOE facilities.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/28/91                    56 FR 42584
Final Action                    02/07/94                     59 FR 5529
Final Action Effective          03/09/94                     59 FR 5529

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: P. Devers Weaver, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8250

RIN: 1991-AA53
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1101. DEAR: MAJOR FRAUD ACT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  41 USC 2201; 42 USC 7254; PL 100-700, Major Fraud Act 
of 1988

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To implement the Major Fraud Act of 1988 with regard to the 
allowability of a Management and Operating contractor's costs incurred 
in connection with a criminal, civil or administrative proceeding and 
to otherwise limit DOE reimbursements of such costs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/13/93                     58 FR 4141
Final Action                    11/22/93                    58 FR 61625

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Michael L. Righi, Business and Financial Policy 
Division, Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance 
Management, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-
8175

RIN: 1991-AA73
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1102. RESEARCH OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7101

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 935

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To refine the research opportunity announcement process of 
soliciting and awarding research projects based upon lessons learned 
during the first annual review and award cycle.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/06/91                    56 FR 56621
NPRM Comment Period End         12/06/91                    56 FR 56621
Final Action                    07/14/93                    58 FR 37868
Final Action Effective          08/13/93                    58 FR 37868

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: E. Simpson, Procurement Analyst, Department of Energy, 
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, PR-121, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AA82
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1103. DEAR: COMPREHENSIVE UPDATES AND CORRECTIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 901 to 971

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: New CFR edition of the Department of Energy Acquisition 
Regulation in order to make comprehensive technical updates and 
corrections.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/25/94                     59 FR 9102
Final Action Effective          04/26/94                     59 FR 9102

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Richard Langston, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, PR-121, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AB01
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1104. PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTING WITH A COMPANY OWNED BY A FOREIGN 
CONTROLLED ENTITY

Legal Authority:  PL 102-484 DOD Authorization Act, 1993

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 904; 48 CFR 925; 48 CFR 952; 48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To prevent defense-critical technologies access by firms 
owned by foreign controlled entities.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/10/93                    58 FR 59682
Interim Final Rule Effective 
Date                            01/10/94                    58 FR 59682
Notice Confirming Finality of 
Interim Final Rule              02/10/94                     59 FR 6221

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Richard Langston, Procurement Analyst, PR-121, 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AB06
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1105.  PROCUREMENT INTEGRITY

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 903

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment of the Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation 
to identify the officials responsible for reviewing procurement 
integrity issues.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/10/94                    59 FR 11197
Final Action Effective          05/09/94                    59 FR 11197

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.
Additional Information: These changes are all technical in nature, and 
none of them raises substantive issues. Thus there was no proposed 
rulemaking.

Agency Contact: Kevin Smith, Procurement Analyst (HR-521.1), Department 
of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-8189

RIN: 1991-AB10
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of General Counsel (OGC)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1106. PATENT WAIVER REGULATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2182; 42 USC 5908; PL 99-661

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 784

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulation provides procedures and standards for 
obtaining a waiver of the Government's rights in inventions made under 
DOE research and development contracts with entities that are not small 
businesses or nonprofit institutions, and terms and conditions of such 
waivers. Currently, DOE waiver policy is provided in DOE Procurement 
Regulations (41 CFR 9-9.109-6). The proposed regulation places DOE 
patent waiver policy in a separate regulation, and also provides 
updates, revisions and clarifications to waiver policy as contained in 
41 CFR 9-9.109-6.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no 
statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this 
action.

Agency Contact: Richard E. Constant, Assistant General Counsel for 
Technology Transfer, Department of Energy, Office of General Counsel, 
1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-2802

RIN: 1990-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of General Counsel (OGC)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1107. FOREIGN GIFTS AND DECORATIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  5 USC 7342; 41 CFR 101-49.001-5

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1050

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The DOE regulations need to be amended to reflect the 
increase in the dollar amount of ``minimal value,'' as determined by 
General Services Administration (GSA) regulation. Accordingly, the DOE 
regulations will reference the GSA regulation. Whether a gift is of 
``minimal value'' is a factor in whether the regulations apply.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: MaryAnn Shebek, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
General Law, Department of Energy, Office of General Counsel, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-1522

RIN: 1990-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of General Counsel (OGC)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1108. PAYMENT OF TRAVEL EXPENSES OF PERSONS WHO ARE NOT GOVERNMENT 
EMPLOYEES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1060

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulation needs to be revised to reflect the delegation 
of authority from the Office of Personnel Management to pay travel 
expenses of certain job applicants in traveling to preemployment 
interviews required by the Department.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: MaryAnn Shebek, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
General Law, Department of Energy, Office of General Counsel, 1000 
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-1522

RIN: 1990-AA15
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of General Counsel (OGC)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1109. DOE PATENT LICENSING REGULATIONS--AMENDMENT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  35 USC 207

CFR Citation:  37 CFR 404; 10 CFR 781

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed regulation is based on 37 CFR 404, Commerce 
Department's regulation on Licensing of Government-Owned Patents. The 
proposed regulation would amend 10 CFR 781 to reflect current DOE 
patent licensing policies and procedures, terms, and conditions, while 
removing any inconsistencies with statutory changes since 1980.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: The date for the notice of proposed rulemaking 
is undetermined because it is dependent on the issuance of licensing 
regulations being presently drafted by the Commerce Department.

Agency Contact: Robert J. Marchick, Patent Counsel (GC-62), Assistant 
General Counsel for Tech. Transfer, Department of Energy, Office of 
General Counsel, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 
586-4792

RIN: 1990-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage
Office of General Counsel (OGC)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1110. CONDUCT OF EMPLOYEES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7211 et seq; PL 103-160, sec 3161; EO 12674

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1010; 5 CFR 2635

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The DOE regulation on conduct of employees needs to be 
revised to reflect the issuance of the Standards of Ethical Conduct for 
Employees of the Executive Branch (5 CFR 2635) and the repeal of 
conflict-of-interest provisions formerly applicable to DOE employees.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: MaryAnn Shebek, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
General Law, Department of Energy, Office of General Counsel, 1000 
Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-1522

RIN: 1990-AA19
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage
Office of General Counsel (OGC)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1111. PRODUCTION OR DISCLOSURE OF MATERIAL OR INFORMATION AND PROVISION 
OF AGENCY WITNESSES IN FEDERAL AND STATE PROCEEDINGS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 202

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DOE currently has a regulation to establish an agencywide 
procedure for processing subpoenas and/or requests for testimony by DOE 
officers and employees or requests for DOE records in litigation in 
which the Department is not a party. The revised regulation would 
establish or clarify policies, practices, responsibilities, and 
procedures to provide for the orderly and efficient handling of 
requests while minimizing the disruption of official agency business.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rule is procedural in nature and is exempt 
from notice and comment.

Agency Contact: I. Avrum Fingeret, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Special Litigation (GC-31), Department of Energy, Office of General 
Counsel, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-5678

RIN: 1990-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions
Office of General Counsel (OGC)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
1112.  PATENT COMPENSATION BOARD REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  19 USC 2903; PL 103-182, sec 104(b)

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 780

Legal Deadline: None
See Additional Information

Abstract: This rule amends the Department's Patent Compensation Board 
regulations to comply with the North American Free Trade Agreement, 
commonly referred to as ``NAFTA,'' and its implementing legislation. No 
alternatives to amending the regulations were considered as the 
Statement of Administrative Action which was submitted to Congress 
expressed the intent of the Administration to amend regulations as 
required to implement U.S. obligations under the agreement by the time 
NAFTA entered into force on 01/01/94. This action incurs no additional 
costs. The benefit of this action is compliance with NAFTA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/29/93                    58 FR 68732
Final Action Effective          01/01/94                    58 FR 68732

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: As mentioned in the Abstract, in the Statement 
of Administrative Action on NAFTA, the Administration expressed its 
intent to amend regulations as required to implement U.S. obligations 
under the agreement at the time NAFTA entered into force, 01/01/94.

Agency Contact: Sue Hagarman, Office of the Assistant General Counsel, 
Intellectual Property, Department of Energy, Office of General Counsel, 
Washington, DC 20585, 202 586-3499

RIN: 1990-AA21
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