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Environmental Protection Agency





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda


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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                                  
  
  
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

40 CFR Ch. I

[FRL-5071-4]

Regulatory Agenda

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: EPA's regulatory agenda is published each April and October. 
It serves as a semiannual summary of current and projected rulemakings, 
reviews of existing regulations, and Agency actions completed since the 
previous publication of the agenda. By providing the public with 
current and advance information about pending regulatory activities, 
the Agency hopes to encourage more effective public participation in 
the regulatory process.

ADDRESSES: To be placed on the mailing list for future agendas, contact 
Bridgette Dent, Regulatory Development Branch (2136), EPA, 401 M Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20460, (202) 260-5475.

    If you have suggestions to improve this publication or need 
general information about the agenda, contact Angela Suber, 
Regulatory Development Branch (2136), EPA, 401 M Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20460, (202) 260-7205.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you need detailed information about 
a particular entry, the name, address, and telephone number of an 
agency contact who is most familiar with the subject matter is listed 
for each action.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: For this edition of EPA's regulatory agenda, 
the most important significant regulatory actions are included in The 
Regulatory Plan, which appears in Part II of this issue of the Federal 
Register. The Regulatory Plan entries are listed in the Table of 
Contents below and are denoted by a bracketed bold reference, which 
directs the reader to the appropriate Sequence Number in Part II. The 
agenda provides the title, an abstract, legal authority, CFR reference, 
any analysis EPA is preparing, contact person, and schedule for 
completing the action for each regulation under review. The following 
statutes are covered in the agenda:

Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA)

Atomic Energy Act (AEA)

Clean Air Act (CAA) and Clean Air Act as Amended (1990)

Clean Water Act (CWA)

Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act 
(CERCLA)

Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)

Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetics Act (FFDCA)

Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments (HSWA)

Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA)

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)

Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA)

Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)

Water Quality Act of 1987 (WQA)

General (Other acts, including grant and procurement regulations that 
apply to several program areas.)

    EPA's agenda also illustrates the Agency's compliance with 
various mandates. Included among these is the requirement of 
Executive Order 12866 to submit the Agency's priority regulatory 
activities for inclusion in the Administration's annual 
``Regulatory Plan.'' Those priority activities are noted in the 
``Significance'' section of the rule entry.

    EPA's agenda entries also provide evidence of compliance with 
the other requirements of Executive Order 12866. Each entry 
indicates if it will be subject to OMB review; an indication of 
``Undetermined'' generally means that discussions are still 
underway between EPA and OMB as to whether it will be reviewed 
under the Executive order. Additionally, there is an indication if 
a rulemaking is considered ``economically significant'' under the 
Executive order. ``Economically significant'' rules are those that 
``have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or 
adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the 
economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public 
health or safety, or State, local, or tribal governments or 
communities'' and require an economic assessment. This compliance 
is also noted in the ``Significance'' section of each entry.

    EPA also seeks to enhance public participation in development 
of proposed rules by potentially affected stakeholders. We 
therefore invite expressions of interest to be directed to the 
contact person listed for each rule.

    The Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) requires the 
identification of those regulations which are likely to have a 
``significant economic impact on a substantial number of small 
entities'' (i.e., small governments, small businesses, and small 
nonprofit organizations). Under the requirements of the Act, such 
regulations must be subjected to a ``regulatory flexibility 
analysis.'' This analysis must consider the likely economic impacts 
on small entities, as well as any significant alternatives to the 
rule which accomplish the objectives of applicable statutes and 
which minimize significant economic impacts of the rulemaking on 
small entities.

    In April 1992, EPA adopted a policy which exceeds the 
requirements of the RFA (this policy applies to rulemakings that 
were initiated on or after April 7, 1992). For rulemakings subject 
to this policy, EPA will perform a regulatory flexibility analysis 
if the rule is likely to have any economic impact on any small 
entity. For rulemakings not subject to this policy (i.e., initiated 
prior to April 9, 1992), a regulatory flexibility analysis will be 
conducted only if the rulemaking will meet the RFA's standard of 
having a ``significant impact on a substantial number of small 
entities.''

    Each rulemaking listed in this agenda indicates in the 
``Analysis'' section whether EPA expects to conduct a regulatory 
flexibility analysis. If EPA believes small entities will be 
affected by a rulemaking, this is indicated under the ``Small 
Entities Affected'' and/or the ``Government Levels Affected'' 
section of the summary for each listed rule. EPA invites public 
comment regarding EPA's assessment of which of the listed 
rulemakings are appropriate for regulatory flexibility analysis. 
(See ``Small Entities Index to the Environmental Protection Agency 
Agenda'' at the end of this document. It lists the regulatory 
actions EPA believes may have effects on small businesses, small 
governmental jurisdictions, or small organizations.)

    The RFA requires that existing regulations that have a 
significant economic impact on a substantial number of small 
entities are to be reviewed within 10 years of promulgation of the 
regulations. As part of that process, EPA invites public comment 
identifying any existing EPA rules believed to have a significant 
economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. Comments 
should be provided in the following format:

 Title

 Authorizing statute and CFR citation

 Description of economic effects on small entities, especially 
on the commenting person or organization

 Recommendations for changes

Any additional detailed comments or data are welcome.

    When the EPA completes its review of an existing rule, it will 
indicate in the agenda whether that rulemaking will be continued 
without change or will be amended or rescinded consistent with the 
stated objectives of applicable statutes to minimize any 
significant economic impact of the regulations upon a substantial 
number of small entities.

    The agenda is organized by statute and ordered numerically 
within each statutory area. Entries within each statute are divided 
into four categories: (1) Prerule, (2) proposed rule, (3) final 
rule, and (4) completed actions (i.e., regulations that EPA is 
deleting from the agenda because the Agency has completed, 
withdrawn, or postponed them indefinitely). Detailed information on 
each of these categories is presented below. A bullet () 
preceding an entry indicates that this is the first time this entry 
appears in an agenda.

I. Prerulemakings

    Prerulemaking actions are activities intended to determine 
whether to initiate rulemaking. These activities include anything 
that influences or leads to rulemaking, such as advance notices of 
proposed rulemaking, significant studies or analyses of the 
possible need for regulatory action, requests for public comment on 
the need for regulatory action, or important preregulatory policy 
proposals.

II. Proposed and Final Rules

    This section includes all significant EPA regulations. EPA 
lists regulations in this category of the agenda that are within a 
year of proposal or promulgation. The listings, however, generally 
exclude (a) specialized categories of actions (e.g., EPA approvals 
of State plans and other actions that do not apply nationally) and 
(b) routine actions (e.g., pesticide tolerances and minor 
amendments to existing rules).

    The Agency has attempted to list all regulations and regulatory 
reviews except those considered as minor, routine, or repetitive 
actions. There is no legal significance to the inadvertent omission 
of an item from the listing. The agenda reflects dates for actions 
on each item; these dates are estimates that should not be 
construed as an Agency commitment to act on or by the date shown. 
The Administrator of EPA will be reviewing the items contained in 
this agenda over the next 6 months. Items in this agenda may be 
deleted, or new items may be added, as a result of that review.

III. Completed Actions

    These are actions that appeared in the previous agenda, which 
EPA is deleting because they are completed or are no longer under 
consideration for rulemaking.

Dated: September 8, 1994.

David M. Gardiner,

Assistant Administrator,
Office of Policy, Planning, and Evaluation.

                   Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)--Prerule Stage                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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3908        SAN No. 3430.  Pesticides; Tolerance Program Revisions (Reg Plan Seq. No. 140)........   2070-AC74  
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in Part II of this issue of the Federal Register.          


                Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)--Proposed Rule Stage                
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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3909        SAN No. 3154.  Revocation of Pesticide Food Additive Tolerances Subject to the Delaney              
            Clause................................................................................    2070-AC55 
3910        SAN No. 3199.  Interpretation of Raw Agricultural Commodity...........................    2070-AC54 
3911        SAN No. 3429.  Pesticide Worker Protection Standard; Training Provisions for Workers..    2070-AC69 
3912        SAN No. 3558.  Worker Protection Standard: Revision of Crop Advisor Requirements......    2070-AC82 
3913        SAN No. 2684.  Regulation of Plant-Produced Pesticides under FIFRA and FFDCA..........    2070-AC02 
3914        SAN No. 2687.  Pesticide Data Requirements for Registration (Revision)................    2070-AC12 
3915        SAN No. 3019.  Microbiological Water Purifiers; Labeling Claims.......................    2070-AC43 
3916        SAN No. 3222.  Pesticides and Groundwater State Management Plan Regulation............    2070-AC46 
3917        SAN No. 2337.  Procedures To Make Restricted Use Pesticides Available to Noncertified               
            Persons for Use by Certified Applicators..............................................    2070-AB48 
3918        SAN No. 2725.  FIFRA Books and Records of Pesticide Production and Distribution                     
            (Revision)............................................................................    2070-AC07 
3919        SAN No. 2659.  Pesticide Management and Disposal: Standards for Pesticide Containers                
            and Containment.......................................................................    2070-AB95 
3920        SAN No. 2639.  Child-Resistant Packaging Regulations (Revision).......................    2070-AB96 
3921        SAN No. 3318.  Exemption of Sterilant Pesticide Products From Regulation Under the                  
            Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)............................    2070-AC58 
3922        SAN No. 3320.  Regulatory Relief for Low-Risk Pesticides..............................    2070-AC67 
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                  Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)--Final Rule Stage                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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3923        SAN No. 2444.  Pesticide Tolerances; Portion of Food Commodities To Be Analyzed for                 
            Pesticide Residues....................................................................    2070-AC45 
3924        SAN No. 3113.  Endangered Species Protection Program (Reg Plan Seq. No. 160)..........    2070-AC42 
3925        SAN No. 3135.  Pesticide Flammability Labeling Requirements for Total Release Foggers.    2070-AC60 
3926        SAN No. 2371.  Restricted Use Criteria for Pesticides in Ground Waster................    2070-AB60 
3927        SAN No. 1640.  Worker Protection Standards; Pesticide Hazard Communication............    2070-AC34 
3928        SAN No. 2446.  Certification of Pesticide Applicators (Revision)......................    2070-AB75 
3929        SAN No. 2338.  Reporting Requirements for Risk/Benefit Information (Revision).........    2070-AB50 
3930        SAN No. 2720.  Policy or Procedures for Notification to the Agency of Stored                        
            Pesticides With Cancelled or Suspended Registration...................................    2070-AC08 
3931        SAN No. 2351.  Classification of Certain Pesticides for Restricted Use Due to                       
            Groundwater Concerns..................................................................    2070-AC33 
3932        SAN No. 3141.  Revision to Crop Grouping Regulations..................................    2070-AC52 
3933        SAN No. 3432.  Pesticide Management and Disposal......................................   2070-AC81  
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in Part II of this issue of the Federal Register.          


                 Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)--Completed Actions                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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3934        SAN No. 2445.  Microbial Pesticides; Experimental Use Permits and Notifications.......    2070-AB77 
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                            Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)--Proposed Rule Stage                            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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3935        SAN No. 3504.  Hazardous Air Pollutants Test Rule.....................................    2070-AC76 
3936        SAN No. 3301.  TSCA Chemical Use Inventory Rule (Reg Plan Seq. No. 141)...............    2070-AC61 
3937        SAN No. 3034.  Facility Coverage Amendment; Toxic Chemical Release Reporting;                       
            Community Right-to-Know...............................................................    2070-AC71 
3938        SAN No. 3388.  Deletion of Isopropyl Alcohol; Toxic Chemical Release Reporting;                     
            Community Right-to-Know...............................................................    2070-AC77 
3939        SAN No. 3499.  Lead-Based Paint Hazard Disclosure Requirements at the Transfer of                   
            Target Housing (Section 1018); Joint Rule with the Dept. of HUD.......................    2070-AC75 
3940        SAN No. 2425.  Responses to Petitions Received To Add to or Delete Chemicals From the               
            List of Toxic Chemicals Subject to Toxic Release Reporting Under EPCRA Section 313....    2070-AC00 
3941        SAN No. 3243.  Lead Hazard Standards (Reg Plan Seq. No. 142)..........................    2070-AC63 
3942        SAN No. 3244.  Lead-Based Paint Activities Rules; Training, Accreditation and                       
            Certification Rule and Model State Plan Rule..........................................    2070-AC64 
3943        SAN No. 2249.  Amendments to the Asbestos Worker Protection Rule......................    2070-AC66 
3944        SAN No. 3508.  TSCA Requirements for the Disposal of Lead-Based Abatement Waste.......    2070-AC72 
3945        SAN No. 3480.  Development of Guidance as mandated by Executive Order 12873, Section                
            503 on ``Environmentally Preferable Products''........................................    2070-AC78 
3946        SAN No. 3494.  Proposed Decisions on Test Rules.......................................    2070-AB07 
3947        SAN No. 2245.  Negotiated Consent Order Procedural Test Rule (Revision)...............    2070-AB30 
3948        SAN No. 2563.  ATSDR Substances Test Rule.............................................    2070-AB79 
3949        SAN No. 2865.  Multi-Chemical Endpoint Test Rule; Chemical Fate and Environmental                   
            Effects...............................................................................    2070-AC36 
3950        SAN No. 1923.  Follow-up Rules on Existing Chemicals..................................    2070-AA58 
3951        SAN No. 2848/3252.  Regulatory Investigation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act                 
            (TSCA) To Reduce Lead (Pb) Consumption and Use........................................    2070-AC21 
3952        SAN No. 2146.  Regulatory Investigation of Formaldehyde...............................    2070-AB14 
3953        SAN No. 2150.  Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs): Applications for Exemptions From the               
            Ban on Manufacturing, Processing, and Distribution....................................    2070-AB20 
3954        SAN No. 2878.  Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Disposal Amendments...................    2070-AC01 
3955        SAN No. 3047.  Amendments to the Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools Rule........    2070-AC62 
3956        SAN No. 1923.  Significant New Use Rules on National Program Chemicals; Asbestos,                   
            Lead, and Refractory Ceramic Fibers...................................................    2070-AC37 
3957        SAN No. 3559.  Notice of TSCA Section 4 Reimbursement Period and TSCA Section 12(b)                 
            Export Notification Period Sunset Dates for TSCA Section 4 Substances.................   2070-AC84  
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in Part II of this issue of the Federal Register.          


                              Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)--Final Rule Stage                             
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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3958        SAN No. 3007.  Chemical List Expansion; Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know              
            Act Section 313 (Reg Plan Seq. No. 161)...............................................    2070-AC47 
3959        SAN No. 3507.  Small Source Exemption Considerations; Toxic Release Reporting;                      
            Community Right-to-Know...............................................................    2070-AC70 
3960        SAN No. 2847.  Mandatory Pollution Prevention Reporting for Toxic Release Inventory                 
            (TRI).................................................................................    2070-AC24 
3961        SAN No. 3242.  Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Requirements at Renovation of Target                     
            Housing...............................................................................    2070-AC65 
3962        SAN No. 3493.  Final Decisions on Test Rules..........................................    2070-AB94 
3963        SAN No. 2865.  Multi-Chemical Endpoint(s) Test Rule; Developmental and Reproductive                 
            Toxicity, and Neurotoxicity...........................................................    2070-AC27 
3964        SAN No. 1976.  Follow-up Rules on Non-5(e) New Chemical Substances....................    2070-AA59 
3965        SAN No. 3495.  Chemical Specific Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) To Extend                        
            Provisions of Section 5(e) Orders.....................................................    2070-AB27 
3966        SAN No. 2247.  Generic Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) for Acrylate Compounds.........    2070-AB56 
3967        SAN No. 2326.  Rulemaking Concerning Certain Microbial Products (``Biotechnology'')                 
            Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).........................................    2070-AB61 
3968        SAN No. 2760.  Premanufacture Notification (PMN) Rule Amendments......................    2070-AC14 
3969        SAN No. 2560.  Procedures and Criteria for Termination of Polychlorinated Biphenyls                 
            (PCBs) Disposal Permits...............................................................    2070-AB81 
3970        SAN No. 2844.  Regulatory Investigation of Dioxin in Pulp and Paper Mill Sludge.......    2070-AC05 
3971        SAN No. 2779.  Use of Acrylamide and N-Methylolacrylamide (NMA) for Grouting..........    2070-AC17 
3972        SAN No. 3021.  Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Transformer Reclassification Rule.....    2070-AC39 
3973        SAN No. 3148.  Revised Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan..............................    2070-AC51 
3974        SAN No. 2178.  Section 8(a) Preliminary Assessment Information Rules..................    2070-AB08 
3975        SAN No. 1139.  Section 8(d) Health and Safety Data Reporting Rules....................    2070-AB11 
3976        SAN No. 3190.  Amendment to the TSCA Section 8(a) Comprehensive Assessment Information              
            Rule (CAIR)...........................................................................    2070-AC19 
3977        SAN No. 3118.  TSCA Section 8(e); Notice of Clarification and Solicitation of Public                
            Comment...............................................................................    2070-AC80 
3978        SAN No. 3557.  Lead-Based Paint Activities, Training and Certification: Renovation and              
            Remodeling............................................................................   2070-AC83  
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in Part II of this issue of the Federal Register.          


                             Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)--Completed Actions                             
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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3979        SAN No. 3249.  Prohibition of Hexavalent Chromium in Comfort Cooling Towers;                        
            Application of TSCA Section 12(b) Export Notification; Amendment......................    2070-AC57 
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                                      Clean Water Act (CWA)--Prerule Stage                                      
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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3980        Revised Recreational Water Quality Criteria For Microorganisms........................    2040-AC50 
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                                   Clean Water Act (CWA)--Proposed Rule Stage                                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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3981        SAN No. 3448.  Standards for the Use or Disposal of Sewage Sludge (Round II)..........    2040-AC25 
3982        SAN No. 3497.  Amendments to Final Sewage Sludge Use and Disposal Rule................    2040-AC29 
3983        SAN No. 3562.  Clarification of ``Standing'' Requirement for State NPDES Programs.....    2040-AC43 
3984        SAN No. 3504.  Establishment of Numeric Criteria for Priority Toxic Pollutants and                  
            Toxicity for the State of California..................................................    2040-AC44 
3985        Leather Tanning and Finishing Effluent Guidelines - Pretreatment Standards for                      
            Existing and New Sources..............................................................    2040-AC48 
3986        Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants Under the Clean              
            Water Act.............................................................................    2040-AC49 
3987        SAN No. 1427.  Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing               
            Category..............................................................................    2040-AA13 
3988        SAN No. 2747.  Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Coastal Subcategory of the                 
            Oil and Gas Extraction Category.......................................................    2040-AB72 
3989        SAN No. 2805.  Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Centralized Waste Treatment                
            Industry..............................................................................    2040-AB78 
3990        SAN No. 2806.  Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Metal Products and Machinery               
            Category, Phase I.....................................................................    2040-AB79 
3991        SAN No. 3209.  Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Industrial Laundries Category    2040-AB97 
3992        SAN No. 3204.  Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Transportation Equipment                   
            Cleaning Category.....................................................................    2040-AB98 
3993        SAN No. 3489.  Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Landfills and Incinerators.......    2040-AC23 
3994        SAN No. 3496.  Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Metal Products and Machinery               
            Category, Phase II....................................................................    2040-AC30 
3995        SAN No. 3517.  Water Quality Standards to Replace Portions of Florida's Existing State              
            Water Quality Standards, i.e., State Antidegradation Policy...........................    2040-AC37 
3996        SAN No. 3518.  Federal Water Quality Standards for Surface Waters of the United States              
            in New Mexico.........................................................................    2040-AC38 
3997        SAN No. 3444.  Criteria and Standards Reflecting Best Technology Available (BTA) for                
            Cooling Water Intake Structures under Section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act...........    2040-AC34 
3998        SAN No. 2501.  NPDES Wastewater Permit Application Forms and Regulatory Revisions for               
            Municipal Discharges and Sewage Sludge Use or Disposal................................    2040-AB39 
3999        SAN No. 3234.  Revision of NPDES Industrial Permit Application Form 2C - Wastewater                 
            Discharge Information.................................................................    2040-AC26 
4000        SAN No. 2804.  Clean Water Act Section 404 Program Definition--Isolated Waters and                  
            Artificial Wetlands...................................................................    2040-AB74 
4001        SAN No. 3224.  Comparison of Dredged Material to Reference Sediment...................    2040-AC14 
4002        SAN No. 3442.  Continuous Emission Monitoring and Other Pollutant Limitation and                    
            Monitoring Regulations for Sewage Sludge Incinerators.................................    2040-AC46 
4003        SAN No. 2737.  Revisions to Ocean Dumping Regulations for Dredged Material............    2040-AB62 
4004        SAN No. 2820.  Shore Protection Act, Section 4103(b) Regulations......................    2040-AB85 
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                                     Clean Water Act (CWA)--Final Rule Stage                                    
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4005        SAN No. 3441.  Guidance on the Eligibility of Multiple Purpose Activities under the                 
            State Revolving Fund Program..........................................................    2040-AC31 
4006        SAN No. 3203.  Water Quality Guidance for the Great Lakes System (Reg Plan Seq. No.                 
            162)..................................................................................    2040-AC08 
4007        SAN No. 2712.  Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard                
            Category..............................................................................    2040-AB53 
4008        SAN No. 3391.  Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Pesticide Formulating, Packaging               
            and Repackaging.......................................................................    2040-AC21 
4009        SAN No. 3567.  301(k) Innovative Technology Time Extensions...........................    2040-AC42 
4010        SAN No. 3503.  San Francisco Bay/Delta Water Quality Standards (Reg Plan Seq. No. 163)    2040-AC35 
4011        SAN No. 2304.  Effluent Guidelines Plan...............................................    2040-AC20 
4012        SAN No. 3564.  Technical Amendment to National Estuary Program Financial Assistance                 
            Regulation............................................................................    2040-AC40 
4013        SAN No. 3371.  Definition of Wetlands; Revisions to the Federal Manual for Identifying              
            and Delineating Jurisdictional Wetlands...............................................    2040-AC03 
4014        SAN No. 3443.  1996 Needs Survey......................................................    2040-AC33 
4015        SAN No. 2736.  Reorganization and Corrections to List of Ocean Dumping Sites..........   2040-AB63  
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in Part II of this issue of the Federal Register.          


                                    Clean Water Act (CWA)--Completed Actions                                    
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4016        SAN No. 2587.  Revisions to Regulations for Modification of Secondary Treatment                     
            Requirements for Municipal Discharges into Marine Waters..............................    2040-AB29 
4017        SAN No. 3330.  Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Control Policy...........................    2040-AC17 
4018        SAN No. 3154.  Exception from Wetlands Mitigation Sequence for Alaska.................    2040-AC05 
4019        SAN No. 3447.  Clean Water Act Section 404 Program Definition--Artificial Wetlands....    2040-AC28 
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                                  Atomic Energy Act (AEA)--Proposed Rule Stage                                  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4020        SAN No. 3602.  Protective Action Guidance for Drinking Water..........................    2060-AF39 
4021        SAN No. 1727.  Environmental Protection Standards for Low-Level Radioactive Waste.....    2060-AA04 
4022        SAN No. 2073.  Radiation Site Cleanup (Reg Plan Seq. No. 143).........................    2060-AB31 
4023        SAN No. 3321 (was 2073).  Federal Radiation Protection Guidance for Exposure of the                 
            General Public........................................................................    2060-AE61 
4024        SAN No. 3568.  Environmental Radiation Protection Standards for Yucca Mountain, Nevada   2060-AF38  
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in Part II of this issue of the Federal Register.          


                                    Atomic Energy Act (AEA)--Final Rule Stage                                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4025        SAN No. 3232.  Criteria for the Certification of Compliance With 40 CFR Part 191                    
            Environmental Standards for the Management and Disposal of Spent Nuclear Fuel, High-                
            Level, and Transuranic Radioactive Waste..............................................    2060-AE30 
4026        SAN No. 1166.  Groundwater Protection Standards for Inactive Uranium Tailing Sites....    2060-AC03 
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                               Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)--Proposed Rule Stage                              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4027        SAN No. 3440.  National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper                      
            (Revision)............................................................................    2040-AC27 
4028        SAN No. 2340.  National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Groundwater Disinfection                
            (Reg Plan Seq. No. 144)...............................................................    2040-AA97 
4029        SAN No. 2807.  National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Arsenic...................    2040-AB75 
4030        SAN No. 3176.  National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Sulfate...................    2040-AC07 
4031        SAN No. 3238.  National Primary Drinking Water Standards (NPDWRs) for Aldicarb........    2040-AC13 
4032        SAN No. 3509.  National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: 25 Contaminants from                    
            Drinking Water Priority List (Phase VI-B)--Organic and Inorganic Contaminants (Reg                  
            Plan Seq. No. 145)....................................................................    2040-AC22 
4033        SAN No. 3563.  Reformatting of Drinking Water Regulations.............................    2040-AC41 
4034        SAN No. 2784.  Revisions to SDWA; Underground Injection Control Program Regulations                 
            for Class II (Oil and Gas Related) Wells..............................................    2040-AB77 
4035        SAN No. 2778.  Management of Class V Injection Wells Under Part C of the Safe Drinking              
            Water Act (Reg Plan Seq. No. 146).....................................................   2040-AB83  
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                                Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)--Final Rule Stage                                
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4036        SAN No. 3268.  Analytical Methods for Regulated Drinking Water Contaminants...........    2040-AC12 
4037        SAN No. 2281.  National Primary Drinking Water Regulation: Radionuclides (Reg Plan                  
            Seq. No. 164).........................................................................    2040-AA94 
4038        SAN No. 2772/2304.  National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: 25 Contaminants From               
            Drinking Water Priority List (Phase VIA) - Disinfection Byproducts Rule and Enhanced                
            Surface Water Treatment Rule..........................................................    2040-AB82 
4039        SAN No. 3445.  Drinking Water Microbial and Disinfection By-Product Monitoring Rule                 
            (formerly called the ``Information Collection Disinfection Byproducts Rule'').........    2040-AC24 
4040        SAN No. 3359.  Drinking Water Primacy Withdrawal Regulation (Revision)................   2040-AC19  
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                                Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)--Completed Actions                               
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4041        SAN No. 2440.  Indian Rule for the Wellhead Protection Program and Sole Source Aquifer              
            Demonstration Program.................................................................    2040-AB18 
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                                    Noise Control Act (NCA)--Final Rule Stage                                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4042        SAN No. 2046.  Withdrawal of Products From the Agency's Reports Identifying Major                   
            Noise Sources and Withdrawal of Proposed Rules........................................    2060-AB24 
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                          Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)--Prerule Stage                          
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4043        SAN No. 2872.  Modifications to the Definition of Solid Waste and Regulations of                    
            Hazardous Waste Recycling: General....................................................    2050-AD18 
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                       Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)--Proposed Rule Stage                       
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4044        SAN No. 3425.  Facility Response Planning for Delegated Offshore Facilities...........    2050-AE18 
4045        SAN No. 3426.  Regulations to Control Imports and Exports of Hazardous and Other                    
            Wastes................................................................................    2050-AE13 
4046        SAN No. 3428.  Hazardous Waste Management System; Amendment to Generic Exclusion for                
            KO61, KO62, and FOO6 HTMR Residuals (Encapsulated Uses)...............................    2050-AE15 
4047        Alternatives for Ground-Water Monitoring at Small, Dry/Remote Municipal Solid Waste                 
            Landfills.............................................................................    2050-AE24 
4048        SAN No. 3547.  New and Revised Testing Methods Approved for RCRA Subtitle C Hazardous               
            Waste Testing Manual, SW-846, Third Edition, Update IV................................    2050-AE25 
4049        SAN No. 3585.  Financial Assurance Effective Date for Owners and Operators of                       
            Municipal Solid Waste Landfill Facilities.............................................    2050-AE27 
4050        SAN No. 3328.  Identification and Listing of Hazardous Wastes: Hazardous Waste                      
            Identification Rule (HWIR); Waste (Reg Plan Seq. No. 147).............................    2050-AE07 
4051        SAN No. 2780.  Causes for Permit Modifications to Hazardous Waste Management                        
            Facilities............................................................................    2050-AD05 
4052        SAN No. 3042.  Hazardous Waste Management System: Post-Closure Requirements...........    2050-AD55 
4053        SAN No. 3134.  Spent Solvents Listing Determination...................................    2050-AD84 
4054        SAN No. 3151.  Chlorinated Aliphatics Listing Determination...........................    2050-AD85 
4055        SAN No. 3427.  New and Revised Testing Methods Approved for RCRA Subtitle C, in ``Test              
            Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste, Physical/Chemical Methods'' (SW-846), Third                     
            Edition, Update III...................................................................    2050-AE14 
4056        SAN No. 3179.  Subtitle D Corporate Financial Test and Guarantee......................    2050-AD77 
4057        SAN No. 3416.  Revisions to Criteria Applicable to Solid Waste Disposal Facilities                  
            that May Accept CESQG Hazardous Wastes Excluding Municipal Solid Waste Landfills......    2050-AE11 
4058        SAN No. 3178.  Removal of Pentachlorophenol From F027; Restore It as U242; Change                   
            Toxicity Designation of F021; and Clarify Basis for Listing Criteria..................    2050-AD78 
4059        SAN No. 3066/3068/3069.  Listing Determination of Wastes Generated During the                       
            Manufacture of Azo, Anthraquinone, and Triarylmethane Dyes and Pigments...............    2050-AD80 
4060        SAN No. 3064.  Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste: Petroleum Refining                    
            Process Wastes........................................................................    2050-AD88 
4061        SAN No. 3211.  RCRA Fees: Handler Notifications and Waste Export Notifications........    2050-AD92 
4062        SAN No. 3333.  Revised Technical Standards for Hazardous Waste Combustion Facilities                
            (Reg Plan Seq. No. 148)...............................................................    2050-AE01 
4063        SAN No. 3366.  Land Disposal Restrictions--Phase IV: Treatment Standards for Certain                
            Mineral Processing Wastes; TC metals; Newly Listed Wastes from Wood Preserving and                  
            Dyes and Pigments.....................................................................    2050-AE05 
4064        SAN No. 2982.  Identification and Listing of Hazardous Wastes; Hazardous Waste                      
            Identification Rule (HWIR): Contaminated Media (Reg Plan Seq. No. 149)................    2050-AE22 
4065        SAN No. 3147.  Hazardous Waste Manifest Regulation....................................    2050-AE21 
4066        SAN No. 2303.  Location Standards for Hazardous Waste Facilities......................    2050-AB42 
4067        SAN No. 3365.  Land Disposal Restrictions--Phase III: Standards for Decharacterized                 
            Wastes and Treatment Standards for Newly Listed Carbamate, Organobromine Wastes, and                
            Spent Aluminum Potliners (Reg Plan Seq. No. 150)......................................    2050-AD38 
4068        SAN No. 3235.  Rule Identifying When Military Munitions Become Hazardous Wastes and                 
            Management Standards for Such Wastes..................................................    2050-AD90 
4069        SAN No. 3218.  Streamline Permitting for Mixed Waste..................................    2050-AD65 
4070        SAN No. 2827.  RCRA Subtitle C Indian Program Authorization...........................    2050-AD07 
4071        SAN No. 3150.  Field Filtering of Ground-Water Samples................................    2050-AD86 
4072        SAN No. 2751.  RCRA Subtitle D Solid Waste Facilities; State/Tribal Permit Program--                
            Determination of Adequacy.............................................................    2050-AD03 
4073        SAN No. 3032.  Guideline for Federal Procurement of Paper and Paper Products                        
            Containing Recovered Materials........................................................    2050-AD41 
4074        Revisions to the Comprehensive Guideline for Procurement of Products Containing                     
            Recovered Materials...................................................................    2050-AE23 
4075        SAN No. 3433.  Underground Storage Tanks Containing Hazardous Substances - Financial                
            Responsibility Requirements...........................................................   2050-AC15  
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                         Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)--Final Rule Stage                        
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4076        SAN No. 2634.  Revisions to the Oil Pollution Prevention Regulation...................    2050-AC62 
4077        SAN No. 2870.  Modifications of the Hazardous Waste Recycling Regulations: Universal                
            Wastes................................................................................    2050-AD19 
4078        SAN No. 2524.  No-Migration Variance for Prohibited Hazardous Waste Land Disposal.....    2050-AC44 
4079        SAN No. 3065.  Listing Determination for Hazardous Wastes - Organobromines Chemical                 
            Industry..............................................................................    2050-AD79 
4080        SAN No. 2826.  New and Revised Testing Methods Approved for RCRA Subtitle C Hazardous               
            Waste Testing Manual SW-846, Third Edition, Update II.................................    2050-AD06 
4081        SAN No. 2622.  Hazardous Waste Management System, Amendment to Subpart C Rulemaking                 
            Petitions: Use of Groundwater Data in Delisting Decisions.............................    2050-AC65 
4082        SAN No. 3033.  Identification and Listing Of Hazardous Waste: Carbamate Chemicals                   
            Production Wastes.....................................................................    2050-AD59 
4083        SAN No. 3189.  Final Determination of the Applicability of the Toxicity Characteristic              
            Rule to Underground Storage Tanks Contaminated Media and Debris.......................    2050-AD69 
4084        SAN No. 3114.  Imports and Exports of Hazardous Waste: Implementation of the OECD                   
            Decision for Recyclable Wastes........................................................    2050-AD87 
4085        SAN No. 3201.  Regulatory Determination on Remaining Wastes From the Combustion of                  
            Fossil Fuels..........................................................................    2050-AD91 
4086        SAN No. 3237.  Hazardous Waste Management System; Modification of the Hazardous Waste               
            Program; Mercury Containing Lamps.....................................................    2050-AD93 
4087        SAN No. 3315.  RCRA Expanded Public Participation and Revisions to Combustion                       
            Permitting Procedures (Reg Plan Seq. No. 165).........................................    2050-AD97 
4088        SAN No. 3334.  Report to Congress and Final Regulatory Determination on Cement Kiln                 
            Dust..................................................................................    2050-AE02 
4089        SAN No. 2390.  Corrective Action for Solid Waste Management Units (SWMUs) at Hazardous              
            Waste Management Facilities...........................................................    2050-AB80 
4090        SAN No. 2647.  RCRA Subtitle C Financial Test Criteria (Revision).....................    2050-AC71 
4091        SAN No. 2240.  Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility--RCRA Air Emission Standards.    2050-AD62 
4092        SAN No. 3368.  Hazardous Waste Management System; Amendment to Generic Exclusion Level              
            for KO61, KO62 and FOO6 HTMR Residuals (Non-Encapsulated Uses); Final Rule............    2050-AE09 
4093        SAN No. 3094.  Extension of States Interim Authorization Option to Carry Out Post-HSWA              
            Regulations...........................................................................    2050-AD57 
4094        SAN No. 2761.  Financial Test for Local Governments That Own/Operate Municipal Solid                
            Waste Landfills.......................................................................    2050-AD04 
4095        SAN No. 3384.  Comprehensive Guideline for Procurement of Products Containing                       
            Recovered Materials...................................................................    2050-AE16 
4096        SAN No. 3149.  Underground Storage Tanks--Lender Liability............................   2050-AD67  
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                        Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)--Completed Actions                        
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4097        SAN No. 2935.  Land Disposal Restrictions - Phase II - Universal Treatment Standards                
            for Organic Toxicity Characteristic Wastes and Newly Listed Wastes....................    2050-AD89 
4098        SAN No. 3053.  Revisions to Interim Status Groundwater Monitoring Requirements for                  
            Newly Regulated Land Disposal Facilities..............................................    2050-AD56 
4099        SAN No. 3085.  Suspension of the Toxicity Characteristic Rule for Non-Underground                   
            Storage Tank Petroleum Contaminated Media.............................................    2050-AD64 
4100        SAN No. 3332.  Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste; Amendments to Definition              
            of Solid Waste........................................................................    2050-AD99 
4101        SAN No. 2277.  Amendments to Groundwater Monitoring Requirements at Hazardous Waste                 
            Facilities............................................................................    2050-AB20 
4102        SAN No. 2435.  Hazardous Waste Management System: Groundwater Monitoring Constituents               
            (Phase II) and Methods................................................................    2050-AC05 
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                                       Clean Air Act (CAA)--Prerule Stage                                       
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4103        SAN No. 3448.  NAAQS: Particulate Matter (Review).....................................    2060-AE66 
4104        SAN No. 3468.  Establishment of Lesser Quantity Emission Rates for Hazardous Air                    
            Pollutants............................................................................    2060-AE98 
4105        SAN NO. 3549.  NESHAP: Petroleum Refineries - FCC Units, Reformers and Sulfur Plants..    2060-AF28 
4106        SAN No. 3344.  NESHAP--Chromium Chemical Manufacturing................................    2060-AE42 
4107        SAN NO. 3552.  Regional Haze Protection...............................................    2060-AF32 
4108        SAN No. 3037.  Report to Congress and Prioritized Category List for Regulation of VOC               
            Emissions from Consumer and Commercial Products.......................................    2060-AE24 
4109        SAN No. 3389.  Fuels and Fuel Additives Waiver Application Criteria...................    2060-AE68 
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                                    Clean Air Act (CAA)--Proposed Rule Stage                                    
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4110        SAN No. 2909.  Revisions to the New Source Review Regulations.........................    2060-AD13 
4111        SAN No. 2961.  Locomotive Emissions Standards.........................................    2060-AD33 
4112        SAN No. 3111.  Prohibition of Leaded Gasoline for Highway Use.........................    2060-AD55 
4113        SAN No. 3369.  Federal Operating Permit Rules.........................................    2060-AD68 
4114        SAN No. 3286.  Mobile-Stationary Source Trading Program...............................    2060-AD85 
4115        SAN No. 3259.  New Source Review (NSR) Reform (Reg Plan Seq. No. 151).................    2060-AE11 
4116        SAN No. 3186.  Amendments to the Emission Defect Reporting Requirements...............    2060-AE16 
4117        Inspection/Maintenance Program Requirements--Onboard Diagnostic Checks................    2060-AE19 
4118        SAN No. 3263.  Performance Warranty and Inspection/Maintenance Test Procedures........    2060-AE20 
4119        SAN No. 3262.  Inspection/Maintenance Recall Requirements.............................    2060-AE22 
4120        SAN No. 3355.  Federal Implementation Plans To Achieve the National Ambient Air                     
            Quality Standard for Ozone in the Sacramento Metropolitan Area, SCAQMD, and Ventura                 
            County, California Nonattainment Areas................................................    2060-AE25 
4121        SAN No. 3302.  Consolidated Emission Reporting........................................    2060-AE32 
4122        SAN No. 3314.  Addition of Test Method 205 to Appendix M of 40 CFR Part 51............    2060-AE33 
4123        SAN No. 3353.  NAAQS: Ozone (Review) (Reg Plan Seq. No. 152)..........................    2060-AE57 
4124        SAN No. 3354.  State Implementation Plan Completeness Criteria........................    2060-AE58 
4125        SAN No. 3276.  Standards for Emissions from Ethanol-Fueled Motor Vehicles and Motor                 
            Vehicle Engines.......................................................................    2060-AE67 
4126        SAN No. 3407.  Amendment of Method 23: Measurement of Dioxin Emission from Stationary               
            Sources and Method 301: Field Validation of Pollution Measurement Methods for Various               
            Medias................................................................................    2060-AF00 
4127        SAN No. 3526.  Ozone Transport Commission; Emission Vehicle Program for the Northeast               
            Ozone Transport Region (Reg Plan Seq. No. 153)........................................    2060-AF15 
4128        SAN No. 3474.  Ammonia Test Method, 40 CFR Part 51, Appendix M........................    2060-AF22 
4129        SAN No. 3473.  Test Method 302, Appendix M, 40 CFR Part 51............................    2060-AF23 
4130        SAN No. 3472.  Technical Corrections to 40 CFR 60, Appendix A and to 40 CFR 61,                     
            Appendix..............................................................................    2060-AF24 
4131        SAN No. 3082.  NESHAP: Ferroalloy Industry............................................    2060-AF29 
4132        SAN No. 3553.  Requirements for Preparation, Adoption, and Submittal of Ozone State                 
            Implementation Plans..................................................................    2060-AF34 
4133        SAN No. 3516.  Comprehensive Radiation Waste Management Rule..........................    2060-AF41 
4134        SAN No. 3569.  Federal Implementation Plan to Control Emissions From Two Power                      
            Stations Located on Navajo Nation Lands...............................................    2060-AF42 
4135        SAN No. 3572.  Acid Rain Program: Revisions to Applicability, Exemptions, Allocations,              
            and Small Diesel Refineries...........................................................    2060-AF45 
4136        SAN No. 3574.  Acid Rain Program: Revisions to the Permits Regulations Under Title IV               
            of the Clean Air Act to Make Technical Corrections....................................    2060-AF47 
4137        Control of Air Pollution from Aircraft and Aircraft Engines; Emission Standards and                 
            Test Procedures.......................................................................    2060-AF50 
4138        SAN No. 3519.  Conventional Gasoline Marker...........................................    2060-AF53 
4139        SAN No. 1004.  NAAQS: Nitrogen Dioxide (Review).......................................    2060-AC06 
4140        SAN No. 3016.  Revise Capture Efficiency Guidelines...................................    2060-AD84 
4141        SAN No. 3470.  Supplement D to the Guideline on Air Quality Modeling..................    2060-AF01 
4142        SAN No. 2719.  Medical Waste Incinerators (Reg Plan Seq. No. 154).....................    2060-AC62 
4143        SAN No. 2916.  NSPS: Municipal Waste Combustion--Phase II and Phase III (Reg Plan Seq.              
            No. 155)..............................................................................    2060-AD00 
4144        SAN No. 3106.  NSPS for Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) - Revision...............................    2060-AD04 
4145        SAN No. 3379.  NSPS: Starch Production Facilities.....................................    2060-AE65 
4146        SAN No. 2719.  NSPS: Medical Waste Incinerators.......................................    2060-AE73 
4147        SAN No. 2892.  NESHAP: Asbestos Processing............................................    2060-AB51 
4148        SAN No. 3105 (was 2914).  Integrated NESHAP and Effluent Guideline: Pulp and Paper....    2060-AD03 
4149        SAN No. 2965.  NESHAP for Wood Furniture Manufacturing................................    2060-AD57 
4150        SAN No. 3373/2993.  Radionuclide Major Source Definition..............................    2060-AD60 
4151        SAN No. 3077.  NESHAP: Printing/Publishing Industry...................................    2060-AD95 
4152        SAN No. 3166.  NESHAP: Polymers and Resins, Group I...................................    2060-AD96 
4153        SAN No. 3074.  NESHAP: Surface Coating Operations in Shipbuilding and Ship Repair.....    2060-AD98 
4154        SAN No. 3159.  NESHAP for Off-Site Waste Operations...................................    2060-AE05 
4155        SAN No. 3215.  NESHAP: Mineral Wool Production Industry...............................    2060-AE08 
4156        SAN No. 3229.  NESHAP: Oil and Natural Gas Production.................................    2060-AE34 
4157        SAN No. 3228.  National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for                 
            Polymers and Resins, Group III........................................................    2060-AE36 
4158        SAN No. 3187.  NESHAP: Polymers and Resins, Group IV..................................    2060-AE37 
4159        SAN No. 3303.  NESHAP--Phosphoric Acid Manufacturing..................................    2060-AE40 
4160        SAN No. 3345.  NESHAP--Steel Pickling, HC1 Process....................................    2060-AE41 
4161        SAN No. 3343.  NESHAP--Iron Foundries and Steel Foundries.............................    2060-AE43 
4162        SAN No. 3304.  NESHAP--Phosphate Fertilizers Production...............................    2060-AE44 
4163        SAN No. 3340.  NESHAP--Primary Copper Smelters........................................    2060-AE46 
4164        SAN No. 3342.  NESHAP--Wood Treatment Industry........................................    2060-AE47 
4165        SAN No. 3346.  NESHAP--Integrated Iron and Steel......................................    2060-AE48 
4166        SAN No. 3479.  Amendments to Part 63 to Establish Provisions for Determining Potential              
            to Emit...............................................................................    2060-AE63 
4167        SAN No. 3123.  NESHAP: Wool Fiberglass Manufacturing Industry.........................    2060-AE75 
4168        SAN No. 3072.  NESHAP: Primary Aluminum Plants........................................    2060-AE76 
4169        SAN No. 3078.  NESHAP: Secondary Aluminum Industry....................................    2060-AE77 
4170        SAN No. 3079.  NESHAP: Portland Cement Manufacturing..................................    2060-AE78 
4171        SAN No. 3326.  NESHAP: Reinforced Plastic Composites Production.......................    2060-AE79 
4172        SAN No. 3453.  NESHAP: Combustion Sources in the Sulfite Pulping Industry.............    2060-AE80 
4173        SAN No. 3408.  NESHAP: Polyether Polyol Production....................................    2060-AE81 
4174        SAN No. 3452.  NESHAP: Non-SOCMI Organic Chemical Production..........................    2060-AE82 
4175        SAN No. 3451.  NESHAP: Pharmaceuticals Production.....................................    2060-AE83 
4176        SAN No. 3450.  NESHAP: Production of Agricultural Chemicals...........................    2060-AE84 
4177        SAN No. 3449.  NESHAP: Chlorine Manufacturing.........................................    2060-AE85 
4178        SAN No. 3338.  NESHAP: Flexible Polyurethane Foam Production..........................    2060-AE86 
4179        SAN No. 3467.  NESHAP: Primary Lead Smelters..........................................    2060-AE97 
4180        SAN No. 3469.  NESHAP: Manufacture of Tetrahydrobenzaldehyde..........................    2060-AE99 
4181        SAN No. 2547.  National Emission Standard for Radon Emissions from Phosphogypsum                    
            Stacks................................................................................    2060-AF04 
4182        SAN No. 3378.  NESHAP: Manufacturers of Acrylic/Modacrylic Fibers.....................    2060-AF06 
4183        SAN No. 3465.  NESHAP: Polycarbonates Production......................................    2060-AF09 
4184        SAN No. 3466.  Delisting of Source Categories under 112(c): Stainless and Non-                      
            Stainless Steel Manufacturing and Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) Operation................    2060-AF11 
4185        SAN No. 3377.  Publically Owned Treatment Works (POTW) Study..........................    2060-AF26 
4186        SAN No. 3548.  NESHAP: Nylon 6 Production.............................................    2060-AF27 
4187        SAN No. 3550.  NESHAP: Baker's Yeast Manufacturing Industry...........................    2060-AF30 
4188        SAN No. 3551.  Amendments to General Provisions for 40 CFR 63.........................    2060-AF31 
4189        SAN No. 3459.  Criteria and Procedures for Determining Transportation Conformity in                 
            Attainment Areas......................................................................    2060-AE90 
4190        Correction to Criteria and Procedures for Determining Transportation Conformity:                    
            Nitrogen Oxides Requirements for Areas with a 182 (f) Exemption.......................    2060-AF25 
4191        SAN No. 3281.  VOC Regulation for Automobile and Truck Refinishing Coatings...........    2060-AE35 
4192        SAN No. 3351.  VOC Regulation for Architectural and Industrial Maintenance Coatings...    2060-AE55 
4193        SAN No. 2869.  Revised Light-Duty Durability Procedures for Model Year 1999 and Later.    2060-AE06 
4194        SAN No. 3191.  Cold Temperature Carbon Monoxide Emissions Averaging...................    2060-AE13 
4195        SAN No. 3456.  Tier 2 Emission Standards..............................................    2060-AE87 
4196        SAN No. 3454.  Control of Motor Vehicle Evaporative Emissions.........................    2060-AE89 
4197        SAN No. 3139.  Amendment Concerning the Location of Selective Enforcement Audits of                 
            Foreign Manufactured Vehicles and Engines.............................................    2060-AD90 
4198        SAN No. 3323.  Review of the Federal Test Procedure for Emissions From Motor Vehicles               
            and Motor Vehicle Engines (Reg Plan Seq. No. 156).....................................    2060-AE27 
4199        SAN No. 2727.  Emission Design and Defect Warranty and Parts List.....................    2060-AD56 
4200        SAN No. 2728.  Revisions to Regulations on Registration of Fuels and Fuel Additives...    2060-AC74 
4201        SAN No. 2769.  Control of Air Toxics Emissions From Motor Vehicles (Reg Plan Seq. No.               
            157)..................................................................................    2060-AC75 
4202        SAN No. 3091.  ''Substantially Similar'' Definition for Diesel Fuels..................    2060-AD77 
4203        SAN No. 3455.  Standards for Methanol Vehicle Fillnecks and Methanol Fuel Dispensers,               
            and Specifications for Methanol Vehicle Fuel..........................................    2060-AE88 
4204        SAN No. 3361.  Emission Standards for New Nonroad Spark-Ignition Engines At and Below               
            19 Kilowatts (25 horsepower) (Phase 2) (Reg Plan Seq. No. 158)........................    2060-AE29 
4205        SAN No. 3350.  Emission Standards for Gasoline Spark-ignition and Diesel Compression-               
            ignition Marine Engines...............................................................    2060-AE54 
4206        SAN No. 3458.  Emission Standards for Nonroad Recreational Vehicles and Revision of On-             
            highway Motorcycle Emission Standards.................................................    2060-AE91 
4207        SAN No. 3175.  Restrictions on Motor Vehicle and Non-Road Engines.....................    2060-AD72 
4208        SAN No. 3325.  Urban Bus Pass/Fail Rate Rulemaking....................................    2060-AE71 
4209        SAN No. 2888.  Acid Rain Nitrogen Oxides Control Regulation...........................    2060-AD45 
4210        SAN No. 3352.  NSPS for Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) - Revision..............................    2060-AE56 
4211        SAN No. 3462.  Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Administrative Changes to the Final               
            Rule to Phaseout Ozone Depleting Chemicals............................................    2060-AE70 
4212        SAN No. 3460.  Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Supplemental Rule to Amend Leak                   
            Repair Provisions, Equipment Standards and Scope of Chemicals to be Recycled Under                  
            Section 608 of the Amended CAA........................................................    2060-AE92 
4213        SAN No. 3463.  Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Supplemental Rule to Amend                        
            Grandfathering Requirements for the Technician Certification Program for National                   
            Recycling.............................................................................    2060-AF05 
4214        SAN No. 3555.  Amendment to the MVAC Rule to Include All Refrigerants.................    2060-AF35 
4215        SAN No. 3556.  Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Supplemental Rule Regarding a                     
            Recycling Standard Under Section 608..................................................    2060-AF36 
4216        SAN No. 3560.  Amendment to the Refrigerant Recycling Rule to Include All Refrigerants    2060-AF37 
4217        SAN No. 3537.  Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Supplemental Rule to Amend Leak                   
            Repair Provisions, Equipment Standards and Scope of Chemicals to be Recycled Under                  
            Section 608 of the Amended CAA........................................................   2060-AF52  
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                                      Clean Air Act (CAA)--Final Rule Stage                                     
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4218        SAN No. 2942.  Enhanced Monitoring Program............................................    2060-AD18 
4219        SAN No. 2955.  Registration and Testing of Lead Substitute Gasoline Additives.........    2060-AD29 
4220        SAN No. 2951.  Emission Standards for Clean-Fuel Vehicles and Engines, Requirements                 
            for Clean-Fuel Vehicle Conversions and California Pilot Test Program..................    2060-AD32 
4221        SAN No. 3009/3357.  Acid Rain Opt-In Regulations......................................    2060-AD43 
4222        SAN No. 3018.  Standards for Deposit Control Gasoline Additives.......................    2060-AD71 
4223        SAN No. 2939.  Regulations Governing Awards Under Section 113(f) of the Clean Air Act.    2060-AD81 
4224        SAN No. 3221.  Administration of the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act With                     
            Respect to Contracts, Grants, and Loans--List of Facilities Ineligible for Federal                  
            Procurement and Nonprocurement Programs...............................................    2060-AD83 
4225        SAN No. 3285-2763.  Emission Standards for Gaseous-Fueled Vehicles and Certification                
            Procedures for Aftermarket Conversions................................................    2060-AD86 
4226        SAN No. 3261.  Inspection/Maintenance Program Requirements--Provisions for                          
            Redesignation.........................................................................    2060-AE21 
4227        SAN No. 2887.  National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants as It Applies              
            to Nuclear Power Reactors Licensed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission...............    2060-AE38 
4228        SAN No. 3146.  NESHAPS Pertaining to Facilities Other Than Commercial Nuclear Power                 
            Reactors Licensed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or by NRC Agreement                    
            States................................................................................    2060-AE39 
4229        SAN No. 3347.  Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Mobile Air-Conditioning Recover-Only              
            Standard; Supplemental Rule...........................................................    2060-AE52 
4230        SAN No. 3319.  Acid Rain Program, Revisions of Substitution and Reduced Utilization                 
            Regulations...........................................................................    2060-AE59 
4231        SAN No. 3457.  On-Board Diagnostics Service Information Available.....................    2060-AE93 
4232        SAN No. 3380.  NSPS: Synthetic Organic Chemicals Manufacturing Industry - Wastewater..    2060-AE94 
4233        SAN No. 3500.  Application of Mandatory Sanctions Under Title V of the Clean Air Act..    2060-AE96 
4234        SAN No. 3016.  Addition of Methods 204, 204A - 204F for Measurement of VOC Emissions                
            from Stationary Sources...............................................................    2060-AF02 
4235        Regulation of Fuels and Fuel Additives: Individual Foreign Refinery Baseline                        
            Requirements for Reformulated Gasoline................................................    2060-AF13 
4236        SAN No. 3259.  New Source Review (NSR) Reform Rulemaking..............................    2060-AF21 
4237        SAN No. 3570.  Acid Rain Program: Revisions to the Administrative Appeal Regulations                
            Under Title IV of the Clean Air Act...................................................    2060-AF43 
4238        SAN No. 3573.  Acid Rain Program: Deletion of Certain Units...........................    2060-AF46 
4239        Technical Amendments to Evaporative Emission Procedure................................    2060-AF49 
4240        SAN No. 3446.  Revisions to Part 35, Subpart A Section 105 Air Grant Regulations......    2060-AF03 
4241        SAN No. 1002.  NAAQS: Sulfur Dioxide (Review).........................................    2060-AA61 
4242        SAN No. 2535.  NSPS: Municipal Solid Waste Landfills..................................    2060-AC42 
4243        SAN No. 3382.  New Source Performance Standards for Cold Cleaning Operations..........    2060-AF08 
4244        SAN No. 3515.  Revision to Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources:                     
            Automobile and Light Duty Truck Surface Coating Operation.............................    2060-AF14 
4245        SAN No. 2841.  NESHAP: Chromium Electroplating........................................    2060-AC14 
4246        SAN No. 2484.  NESHAP: Ethylene Oxide From Commercial Sterilization...................    2060-AC28 
4247        SAN No. 1695.  NESHAP: Halogenated Solvent Cleaning...................................    2060-AC31 
4248        SAN No. 2932.  Guidance for the Implementation of Section 112(g)--Modifications.......    2060-AD06 
4249        SAN No. 2926.  NESHAP: Stage I Gasoline Distribution Facilities.......................    2060-AD93 
4250        SAN No. 3168.  NESHAP: Petroleum Refining - Other Sources Not Distinctly Listed.......    2060-AD94 
4251        SAN No. 2945.  NESHAP: Polymers and Resins, Group II..................................    2060-AD97 
4252        SAN No. 2946.  NESHAP: Magnetic Tape Manufacturing Operations.........................    2060-AD99 
4253        SAN No. 3075.  NESHAP: Aerospace Industry.............................................    2060-AE02 
4254        SAN No. 3193.  NESHAP: Secondary Lead Smelting........................................    2060-AE04 
4255        SAN No. 3341.  NESHAP--Cyanide Chemical Manufacturing.................................    2060-AE45 
4256        SAN No. 3192.  Permits for Early Reductions Sources...................................    2060-AF10 
4257        SAN No. 3046.  Decision on the Petition to Remove Caprolactam from the List of H                    
            Hazardous Air Pollutants..............................................................    2060-AF33 
4258        SAN No. 2937.  Field Citation Program.................................................    2060-AD82 
4259        SAN No. 3104.  Standards for Tank Vessel Loading Operations...........................    2060-AD02 
4260        SAN No. 3029.  Control Technology Guidelines (CTG)....................................    2060-AD05 
4261        On-Board Diagnostics: Revision to Requirements for Storage of Engine Conditions                     
            Associated with Extinguishing a Malfunction Indicator Light...........................    2060-AF20 
4262        SAN No. 2665.  Amendments to Regulations Governing the Importation of Nonconforming                 
            Vehicles..............................................................................    2060-AC58 
4263        SAN No. 3097.  Nonconformance Penalties for 1998 Model Year Emission Standards for                  
            Heavy-Duty Engines and Vehicles.......................................................    2060-AE07 
4264        SAN No. 2637.  Alternative Test Procedure for the Voluntary Aftermarket Part                        
            Certification Program.................................................................    2060-AC50 
4265        SAN No. 2940.  Regulations Governing Prior Notice of Citizen Suits Brought Under                    
            Section 304 of the Clean Air Act......................................................    2060-AD80 
4266        SAN No. 3571.  Acid Rain Program: Revised Group 1, Phase II, NOx Emission Limitations.    2060-AF44 
4267        SAN No. 3575.  NOx Emission Limitations for Group 2 Boilers...........................    2060-AF48 
4268        SAN No. 3348.  Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Labeling; Supplemental Rule.........    2060-AE51 
4269        SAN No. 2690.  User Fees for Radon Proficiency Programs...............................    2060-AC66 
4270        SAN No. 2240.  Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility - RCRA Air Emission Standards    2060-AB94 
4271        SAN No. 3603.  User Fees for Radon Proficiency Programs Rule - Amendment..............    2060-AF40 
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                                     Clean Air Act (CAA)--Completed Actions                                     
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4272        SAN No. 2726.  Alternative Fuel Corporate Average Fuel Economy and Labeling                         
            Requirements..........................................................................    2060-AC78 
4273        SAN No. 2849.  Reorganization of 40 CFR Part 86, Subpart A............................    2060-AC94 
4274        SAN No. 3112.  Determination of Significance for Nonroad Sources and Emission                       
            Standards for New Nonroad Compression-Ignition Engines at or Above 37 Kilowatts.......    2060-AD54 
4275        SAN No. 3257.  Ambient Air Quality Surveillance Siting Criteria for Open Path                       
            Analyzers.............................................................................    2060-AE31 
4276        SAN No. 3375.  Addendum to the General Preamble for Title I of the Clean Air Act                    
            Amendments; Serious PM-10 Nonattainment Areas and PM-10 Nonattainment Area Attainment               
            Date Waivers..........................................................................    2060-AE62 
4277        SAN No. 3395.  Renewable Oxygenates for Reformulated Gasoline.........................    2060-AE69 
4278        SAN No. 3412.  Operating Permits: Revisions (Part 70).................................    2060-AE72 
4279        SAN No. 3087.  Indian Tribes: Air Quality Planning and Management.....................    2060-AE95 
4280        SAN No. 2762.  NAAQS: Carbon Monoxide (Review)........................................    2060-AA63 
4281        SAN No. 3080.  NESHAP: Chromium--Industrial Process Cooling Towers....................    2060-AC12 
4282        SAN No. 2363.  NESHAP: Hazardous Organic..............................................    2060-AC19 
4283        SAN No. 3205.  Establishment of Guidance for Implementing Clean Air Act, Section                    
            112(j) Provisions for Making MACT Determinations When EPA Fails to Promulgate a                     
            Federal Standard......................................................................    2060-AE00 
4284        SAN No. 3039/3040.  National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants;                      
            National Emissions Standards for Radon Emissions From the Disposal of Uranium Mill                  
            Tailings..............................................................................    2060-AE23 
4285        SAN No. 3464.  Early Reduction Program--High Risk List Amendment......................    2060-AF07 
4286        SAN No. 3251.  Sequence of Application of Mandatory Sanctions Under Section 179.......    2060-AE09 
4287        SAN No. 2964.  Economic Incentive Program Rules Authorized Under Title I of the CAA...    2060-AD58 
4288        SAN No. 2952.  Air Pollution Control; Preemption of State Regulation for Nonroad                    
            Engine and Vehicle Standards..........................................................    2060-AE17 
4289        SAN No. 2365.  Fuel and Fuel Additives: Registration Requirements.....................    2060-AC10 
4290        SAN No. 3534.  Regulation of Fuels and Fuel Additives: Fuel Quality Regulations for                 
            Diesel Fuel Sold in 1993 and Later Calendar Years.....................................    2060-AF18 
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                                     Superfund (CERCLA)--Proposed Rule Stage                                    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
4291        SAN No. 2979.  Risk Management Program For Chemical Accidental Release Prevention (Reg              
            Plan Seq. No. 159)....................................................................    2050-AD26 
4292        SAN No. 3050.  Deletion of Saccharin From the List of Hazardous Wastes Under RCRA and               
            the List of Hazardous Substances Under CERCLA.........................................    2050-AD45 
4293        SAN No. 3423.  Reportable Quantity Adjustments for Carbamates.........................    2050-AE12 
4294        SAN No. 3424.  Reportable Quantity Adjustment for Radon-222...........................    2050-AE20 
4295        SAN No. 3054.  Administrative Reporting Exemptions for Certain Radionuclide Releases..    2050-AD46 
4296        SAN No. 3439.  National Priorities List for Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites:                     
            Proposed and Final Rules..............................................................    2050-AD75 
4297        SAN No. 3422.  Response Action Contractor Indemnification.............................    2050-AE19 
4298        SAN No. 3036.  Amendments to the Extremely Hazardous Substances List Under Section 302              
            of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act.............................    2050-AD50 
4299        SAN No. 3215.  Amendments to the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act,                
            Sections 302 through 312..............................................................   2050-AE17  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4300        SAN No. 3337.  The National Priorities List for Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites;                 
            Deletion Policy for Resource Conservation and Recovery (RCRA) Facilities..............    2050-AE04 
4301        SAN No. 2394.  Reporting Exemptions for Federally Permitted Releases of Hazardous                   
            Substances............................................................................    2050-AB82 
4302        SAN No. 3000.  Designation Under CERCLA and Reportable Quantity Adjustments for New                 
            Clean Air Act Hazardous Air Pollutants; Reportable Quantity Adjustments of Hazardous                
            Wastes................................................................................    2050-AD33 
4303        SAN No. 2976.  Amendment to the NCP Appendix: OSWER Procedures for Contract Laboratory              
            Program (CLP) Investigations..........................................................    2050-AD34 
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                                      Superfund (CERCLA)--Completed Actions                                     
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4304        SAN No. 3126.  National Oil and Hazardous Substances Contingency Plan (Technical                    
            Revisions)............................................................................    2050-AD73 
4305        SAN No. 2882.  Oil Pollution Act Revisions to the National Oil and Hazardous                        
            Substances Pollution Contingency Plan.................................................    2050-AD24 
4306        SAN No. 2923.  Oil Pollution Act; Facility Response Planning..........................    2050-AD30 
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                                             General--Prerule Stage                                             
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4307        SAN No. 2218.  Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Age in Programs Receiving Financial                
            Assistance From the EPA (Revision)....................................................    2090-AA09 
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                                          General--Proposed Rule Stage                                          
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4308        Grants and Cooperative Agreements with State, Local, and Indian Tribal Governments....    2030-AA34 
4309        SAN No. 3438.  Award Fee..............................................................    2030-AA31 
4310        Revision to Submission of Invoices Clause.............................................    2030-AA35 
4311        EPA Policies for Information Resources Management.....................................    2030-AA36 
4312        Incorporation of Class Deviation into EPAAR...........................................    2030-AA37 
4313        SAN No. 3587.  Merger of 40 CFR Parts 15 and 32 into a Single Regulation..............    2030-AA38 
4314        SAN No. 3098.  Implementation of Procurement Integrity................................    2030-AA25 
4315        SAN No. 3100.  Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative                       
            Agreements to State and Local Governments.............................................    2030-AA27 
4316        SAN No. 3255.  Source Selection Procedures............................................    2030-AA29 
4317        SAN No. 2662.  Amendments to Part 22 Consolidated Procedural Rules....................    2020-AA13 
4318        SAN No. 3240.  Public Information and Confidentiality Regulations.....................    2020-AA21 
4319        SAN No. 3431.  Privacy Act of 1974; Proposed Alteration of Existing New System of                   
            Records...............................................................................    2020-AA18 
4320        SAN No. 3367.  Amend Subpart H Supplemental Rules to Ensure 40 CFR Part 22 Rule                     
            Conforms to the New Federal Facility Compliance Act...................................    2020-AA22 
4321        SAN No. 2158.  Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Requirements for State Hazardous               
            Waste Management Programs.............................................................    2050-AB01 
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                                            General--Final Rule Stage                                           
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4322        SAN No. 3584.  Enhanced Monitoring Program (Reg Plan Seq. No. 166)....................    2020-AA24 
4323        SAN No. 2702.  Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act                  
            (CERCLA) Cost Recovery................................................................    2050-AC98 
4324        SAN No. 3386.  Indian Tribes: Eligibility of Indian Tribes for Program Authorization..    2020-AA20 
4325        SAN No. 3486.  Non APA Consolidated Rules of Practice for Administrative Assessment of              
            Civil Penalties.......................................................................    2020-AA23 
4326        SAN No. 3436.  Uniform Administration Requirements for Grants and Agreements with                   
            Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Nonprofit Organizations........    2030-AA32 
4327        SAN No. 2512.  Administrative Hearing Procedures for Class II Penalties Under CERCLA                
            and Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act................................   2050-AC39  
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 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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4328        SAN No. 3219.  New Restrictions on Lobbying...........................................    2030-AA24 
4329        SAN No. 3101.  General Regulation for Assistance Programs for Other Than State and                  
            Local Governments.....................................................................    2030-AA28 
4330        SAN No. 3256.  Reorganization of Contracting Activities...............................    2030-AA30 
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_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                     Prerule Stage
 
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
3908. PESTICIDES; TOLERANCE PROGRAM REVISIONS

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 140 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2070-AC74
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)               Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
3909. REVOCATION OF PESTICIDE FOOD ADDITIVE TOLERANCES SUBJECT TO THE 
DELANEY CLAUSE

Legal Authority:  21 USC 348/FFDCA 409

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 185; 40 CFR 186

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Agency is proposing to revoke food additive tolerances 
for a number of pesticide carcinogens in processed food because of the 
Delaney clause. The Delaney clause prohibits chemicals in processed 
foods that induce cancer in man or lab animals. This rulemaking is the 
result of a decision by the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit 
which ruled application of a strict interpretation of the Delaney 
clause. EPA will issue these proposals in a phased manner to facilitate 
science and policy issues and comments.

Timetable:

Phase I  NPRM 07/01/94 (59 FR 33941)  Final Action 12/00/95

Phase II  NPRM 11/01/94  Final Action 11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3154.

Agency Contact: Lisa Nisenson, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7508w, Washington, DC 
20460, 703 308-8031

RIN: 2070-AC55
_______________________________________________________________________

3910. INTERPRETATION OF RAW AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY

Legal Authority:  21 USC 346/FFDCA 408; 21 USC 371

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 180.1; 40 CFR 180; 40 CFR 185

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA sets tolerances (maximum allowable residues in raw 
agricultural commodities and processed commodities under the FFDCA. EPA 
is proposing to interpret and clarify the definition of raw 
agricultural commodity for tolerance-setting purposes. The proposal 
would change the status of certain processed foods that would in the 
future be considered raw agricultural commodities.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3199.

Agency Contact: Jean Frane, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7501C, Washington, DC 
20460, 703 305-5944

RIN: 2070-AC54
_______________________________________________________________________

3911. PESTICIDE WORKER PROTECTION STANDARD; TRAINING PROVISIONS FOR 
WORKERS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 136 to 136(y)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 170

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Between April 15, 1994 and October 20, 1997, the Worker 
Protection Standard (WPS) allows agricultural workers to accumulate 15 
separate days of entry into certain treated areas before they must 
receive EPA approved safety training. After October 20, 1997, the WPS 
allows a 5-day grace period. High turnover in employment for 
agricultural worker might result in a significant number of workers not 
receiving training for long periods of time during which they might be 
subject to potentially hazardous pesticide exposures. Elimination of 
any grace period and its associated phase-in will be proposed. The WPS 
also requires retraining of agricultural workers and handlers at least 
every five years. Retraining may not be frequent enough to be 
effective, so retraining every three years will proposed. Public 
comment and specific information will be requested concerning these 
issues.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3429.

Agency Contact: Joan Warshawsky, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7506C, 
Washington DC 20460, 703 305-6533

RIN: 2070-AC69
_______________________________________________________________________

3912.  WORKER PROTECTION STANDARD: REVISION OF CROP ADVISOR 
REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136w

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 170 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The current Worker Protection Rule (WPS) requires 
agricultural crop advisors to adhere to all restrictions applicable to 
handlers of pesticide products. Since that time, it has come to the 
Agency's attention that those restrictions may be unnecessary and 
overly burdensome for independent crop advisors working in agriculture. 
Current restrictions may inhibit efforts to more widely adopt 
integrated pest management programs in crop production. Exemption from 
some of the requirements is being considered for some individuals who 
because of knowledge, experience and/or education are able to 
adequately protect themselves from harmful pesticide exposure.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3558.

Agency Contact: Donald Eckerman, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7506C, 703 305-
5062

RIN: 2070-AC82
_______________________________________________________________________

3913. REGULATION OF PLANT-PRODUCED PESTICIDES UNDER FIFRA AND FFDCA

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136 et seq; 21 USC 346a et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 152.20; 40 CFR 180; 40 CFR 174

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA will make clear that the substances that plants produce 
to protect themselves against pests and disease are pesticides under 
the FIFRA section 2 definition of ``pesticide.'' The Agency designates 
these substances along with the genetic material necessary to produce 
them, as ``plant-pesticides.'' The Agency will clarify that the focus 
of EPA's regulation will be on these substances rather than on the 
plants that produce the pesticidal substance. The Agency will define 
the categories of plant-pesticides that would be regulated and those 
that would be exempt under FIFRA and FFDCA. For those plant-pesticides 
that would be subject to Agency requirements, the Agency will outline 
the process by which these pesticides will be regulated and the 
information that would be needed in the Agency's review.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2684.

Agency Contact: Bernice Slutsky, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-6900

RIN: 2070-AC02
_______________________________________________________________________

3914. PESTICIDE DATA REQUIREMENTS FOR REGISTRATION (REVISION)

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136a; 7 USC 136w

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 158

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment will update the existing data requirements (40 
CFR 158) for evaluating the registrability of pesticide products. 
Reasons for the revisions include recent health and environmental 
concerns (e.g., groundwater contamination, worker exposure and 
neurotoxicity) advancements in testing technology, and new ecological 
risk testing approaches. The revisions will clarify all data 
requirements to reflect current practice. Procedural and explanatory 
sections of 40 CFR 158 will be amended to make them consistent with the 
revised data requirements and new use indexing implemented pursuant to 
1988 FIFRA amendments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2687.

Agency Contact: Amy Rispin, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7501c, Washington, DC 
20460, 703 305-5989

RIN: 2070-AC12
_______________________________________________________________________

3915. MICROBIOLOGICAL WATER PURIFIERS; LABELING CLAIMS

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136a/FIFRA 3; 7 USC 136w/FIFRA 25

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 156.10(a)(6)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will establish standards for pesticides or devices 
claiming to be drinking water ``purifiers'' and requirements for the 
use of any derivation of the terminology ``purify/purification'' in 
labeling or advertising. Only products able to meet the standard for 
microbiological purification would be permitted to be labeled or 
advertised as ``purifiers.'' Products claimed as purifiers which do not 
meet the microbiological purification standard would be considered in 
violation of FIFRA for false or misleading claims.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3019.

Agency Contact: D. Jean Jenkins, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7505C, 
Washington, DC 20460, 703 305-7443

RIN: 2070-AC43
_______________________________________________________________________

3916. PESTICIDES AND GROUNDWATER STATE MANAGEMENT PLAN REGULATION

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136a(d); 7 USC 136i(e); 7 USC 136j

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 152.170

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulation will designate certain individual pesticides 
to be subject to EPA approved State Management Plans (SMPs) as a 
condition of legal sale and use. This regulation would establish SMPs 
as a new regulatory requirement for those pesticides; absent an EPA-
approved state plan specifying risk-reduction measures, use of the 
chemical would be prohibited. The rule would also specify procedures 
and deadlines for development, approval and implementation of SMPs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3222.

Agency Contact: Arden Calvert, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7501C, Washington, DC 
20460, 703 305-7099

RIN: 2070-AC46
_______________________________________________________________________

3917. PROCEDURES TO MAKE RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDES AVAILABLE TO 
NONCERTIFIED PERSONS FOR USE BY CERTIFIED APPLICATORS

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136i/FIFRA 11; 7 USC 136j/FIFRA 12; 7 USC 136w/
FIFRA 25

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 171

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is intended to develop regulations pursuant to 
FIFRA Section 12(a)(2)(F) to allow the sale of restricted use 
pesticides under certain circumstances to persons who are not certified 
applicators. Regulatory development will be coordinated with the review 
of State plans under FIFRA Section 11 to determine both need and 
compatibility with State authorities and programs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95
Interim Final Rule              09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2337.

Agency Contact: Robert Bielarski, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7506C, 
Washington, DC 20460, 703 305-7371

RIN: 2070-AB48
_______________________________________________________________________

3918. FIFRA BOOKS AND RECORDS OF PESTICIDE PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION 
(REVISION)

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136f/FIFRA 8

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 169

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the recordkeeping requirements for 
registrants and applicants for registration under FIFRA Section 8. It 
will also examine recordkeeping affected by the 1988 amendments to 
FIFRA and amend 40 CFR 169, as necessary.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2725.

Agency Contact: Steve Howie, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, SE., Washington, DC 20460, 703 
308-8383

RIN: 2070-AC07
_______________________________________________________________________

3919. PESTICIDE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL: STANDARDS FOR PESTICIDE 
CONTAINERS AND CONTAINMENT

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136q/FIFRA 19; 7 USC 136a/FIFRA 3; 7 USC 136w/
FIFRA 25

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 165; 40 CFR 156

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 24, 1991.

Abstract: The 1988 amendments to FIFRA section 19 significantly expand 
and strengthen EPA authority to regulate the management of pesticides 
and their containers, including storage, transportation and disposal. 
As proposed this rule would establish standards for removal of 
pesticides from containers and for rinsing containers; facilitate the 
safe use, refill, reuse, and disposal of pesticide containers by 
establishing standards for container design, labeling and refilling; 
and establish requirements for containment of stationary bulk 
containers and for containment of pesticide dispensing areas.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (Container Design, Residue 
Removal, Bulk Containment)      02/11/94                     59 FR 6712
NPRM (Storage, Disposal, Mixer/
Loader, and Transportation)     00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2659.

Agency Contact: Paul F. Schuda, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7507C, Washington, DC 
20460, 703 305-7695

RIN: 2070-AB95
_______________________________________________________________________

3920. CHILD-RESISTANT PACKAGING REGULATIONS (REVISION)

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136/FIFRA 25

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 157

Legal Deadline: None
EPA regulations should be concurrent with CPSC.

Abstract: These regulations will revise current Child Resistant 
Packaging regulations (CRP) to be consistent with CRP protocol testing 
revisions the CPSC is proposing in its regulations. Also, these 
regulations will discuss the implementation of these changes in terms 
of pesticide registrations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2639.

Agency Contact: Rosalind L. Gross, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7505W, 
Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-8354

RIN: 2070-AB96
_______________________________________________________________________

3921. EXEMPTION OF STERILANT PESTICIDE PRODUCTS FROM REGULATION UNDER THE 
FEDERAL INSECTICIDE, FUNGICIDE AND RODENTICIDE ACT (FIFRA)

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136w/FIFRA 25(b)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 152.20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under FIFRA, EPA regulates antimicrobial products, including 
sterilants, used to control microorganisms on treated environmental 
surfaces. Specifically, EPA regulates all sterilant products typically 
used on invasive medical devices and other critical devices/surfaces. 
Under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA), the Food and 
Drug Administration (FDA) has jurisdiction over chemical germicides 
used as sterilants for medical devices. FIFRA section 25(b) allows EPA 
to exempt from FIFRA a pesticide which is adequately regulated by 
another federal agency. In accordance with a Memorandum of 
Understanding signed on June 4, 1993, and amended on June 20, 1994, EPA 
and FDA propose to eliminate the redundant regulation of these 
sterilants. EPA proposes to exempt from FIFRA regulation and to 
transfer sole jurisdiction over these sterilants to FDA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3318.

Agency Contact: Michele E. Wingfield, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7505c, 
Washington DC 20460, 703 305-7470

RIN: 2070-AC58
_______________________________________________________________________

3922. REGULATORY RELIEF FOR LOW-RISK PESTICIDES

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136w(b)/FIFRA 25(b)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 152

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Pesticides which are substances or mixtures intended to 
control or mitigate pests, are regulated under FIFRA and are required 
to be registered prior to sale or distribution in the United States. 
human health and the environment. Some pesticides may also be widely 
used in foods or for other non-pesticidal purposes, e.g., natural cedar 
wood. These pesticides are considered innocuous or are otherwise of a 
character that do not require registration. EPA proposes to exempt 
appropriate pesticides (to be cited in the proposal) from registration 
and develop criteria for future pesticides that may qualify for 
exemption from FIFRA requirements.

Timetable:

List of Other Pesticides and Criteria  NPRM 10/00/94  Final Action 02/
00/95

Natural Cedar Pesticides  NPRM 08/11/93 (58 FR 42711)  Final Action 01/
19/94 (59 FR 2748)

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3320.

Agency Contact: Dick Mountfort, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7505c, Washington, DC 
204460, 703 305-5446

RIN: 2070-AC67
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                  Final Rule Stage
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
3923. PESTICIDE TOLERANCES; PORTION OF FOOD COMMODITIES TO BE ANALYZED 
FOR PESTICIDE RESIDUES

Legal Authority:  21 USC 346a/FFDCA 408; 21 USC 348/FFDCA 409

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is proposing to amend its current pesticide tolerance 
regulations to clarify how raw agricultural commodities are defined for 
conducting residue data development and analysis used in establishing 
and enforcing a tolerance. This proposed rule amendment restates, 
updates, clarifies, and makes more uniform the analytical practices 
that have been developed over the years, and therefore, should 
facilitate and improve efficiency in pesticide residue analysis on food 
commodities.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/29/93                    58 FR 50888
Final Action                    02/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2444.
This action is split from RIN 2070-AC18.

Agency Contact: Jean Frane Chun, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7501c, 
Washington, DC 20460, 703 305-5944

RIN: 2070-AC45
_______________________________________________________________________

3924. ENDANGERED SPECIES PROTECTION PROGRAM

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 160 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2070-AC42
_______________________________________________________________________

3925. PESTICIDE FLAMMABILITY LABELING REQUIREMENTS FOR TOTAL RELEASE 
FOGGERS

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136/FIFRA 2; 7 USC 136a/FIFRA 3

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 156.10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would require that pesticide total release foggers 
be labeled with additional flammability precautionary statements 
(including possibly a graphic symbol), and more precise use directions. 
Total release foggers have been implicated in a number of fires and 
explosions because of their flammable propellants. The labeling of 
these products has been determined to be inadequate to mitigate this 
potential hazard.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/15/94                    59 FR 18058
Final Action                    02/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3135.

Agency Contact: Jim Downing, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7505w, Washington, DC 
20460, 703 308-8319

RIN: 2070-AC60
_______________________________________________________________________

3926. RESTRICTED USE CRITERIA FOR PESTICIDES IN GROUND WASTER

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136a/FIFRA 3; 7 USC 136i(e)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 152.170

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the existing Restricted Use Classification 
(RUC) regulations to add criteria pertaining to pesticides' groundwater 
contamination potential. Restricted pesticides may only be used by 
trained and certified applicators. Once promulgated, criteria will 
serve as the basis for subsequent rule-making (RIN 2070-ac33) to 
actually classify selected pesticides.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/13/91                    56 FR 22076
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2371.

Agency Contact: Arden Calvert, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7501C, Washington, DC 
20460, 703 305-7099

RIN: 2070-AB60
_______________________________________________________________________

3927. WORKER PROTECTION STANDARDS; PESTICIDE HAZARD COMMUNICATION

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136(w)/FIFRA 25

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 170

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would require the provision of hazard information 
to agricultural workers covered by the Worker Protection Standard. The 
requirements as proposed were designed to be substantially equivalent 
to the Hazard Communication Standard promulgated by the Occupational 
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Specific hazard information 
would be made available to agricultural workers and pesticide handlers 
concerning the pesticides to which they are exposed.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/21/92                    57 FR 38167
NPRM Comment Period End         10/20/92
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 1640.

Agency Contact: Kevin Keaney, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7506c, Washington, DC 
20460, 703 305-7666

RIN: 2070-AC34
_______________________________________________________________________

3928. CERTIFICATION OF PESTICIDE APPLICATORS (REVISION)

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136i/FIFRA 11; 7 USC 136w/FIFRA 25

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 171

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise regulations governing administration of 
pesticide certification programs by states, tribes, EPA and other 
Federal agencies.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/07/90                    55 FR 46890
Final Action                    03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2446.

Agency Contact: John MacDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7506C, Washington, DC 
20460, 703 305-7370

RIN: 2070-AB75
_______________________________________________________________________

3929. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR RISK/BENEFIT INFORMATION (REVISION)

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136d/FIFRA6

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 153; 40 CFR 159

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 6(a)(2) of FIFRA requires pesticide registrants to 
report to EPA additional factual information regarding unreasonable 
adverse effects of their products. By statutory definition, 
``unreasonable risk'' includes risk and benefit information. In 1992 
EPA proposed to revise its 1979 enforcement policy on section 6(a)(2) 
by expanding upon the types of information which must be reported. This 
final rule includes modifications to the 1992 proposals made by EPA in 
response to comments received on the proposed rule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action Interpretive and 
Policy Rule                     08/23/78                    43 FR 37611
Final Action Enforcement Policy 07/12/79                    44 FR 40716
Final Action Codified 
Interpretive Rule               09/20/85                    50 FR 38115
NPRM                            09/24/92                    57 FR 44290
NPRM Comment Period Ends        12/23/92
Final Action                    10/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2338.

Agency Contact: James V. Roelofs, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7501C, 
Washington, DC 20460, 703 305-7102

RIN: 2070-AB50
_______________________________________________________________________

3930. POLICY OR PROCEDURES FOR NOTIFICATION TO THE AGENCY OF STORED 
PESTICIDES WITH CANCELLED OR SUSPENDED REGISTRATION

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136/FIFRA 6

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 168

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This policy will clarify the requirements of section 6(g) of 
the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). The 
policy will provide procedures for certain persons who possess 
cancelled or suspended pesticides to notify the EPA and State and local 
officials of (1) such possessions; (2) the quantity possessed; and (3) 
the place the pesticide is stored.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/91                    56 FR 13042
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2720.

Agency Contact: David Stangel, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 703 308-8295

RIN: 2070-AC08
_______________________________________________________________________

3931. CLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN PESTICIDES FOR RESTRICTED USE DUE TO 
GROUNDWATER CONCERNS

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136a(d); 136i(e); 136J

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 152.170

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will apply previously established criteria (see RIN 
2070-AB60) to select pesticides for restricted use classification (RU) 
due to ground-water concerns. Once promulgated, classified pesticides 
will be restricted to use by trained and certified operators.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/31/91                    56 FR 22076
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2351.

Agency Contact: Arden Calvert, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 7501C, Washington, DC 
20460, 703 305-7099

RIN: 2070-AC33
_______________________________________________________________________

3932. REVISION TO CROP GROUPING REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  21 USC 345a,371

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The current crop grouping regulations allow establishment of 
pesticide tolerances for multiple related crops based upon data for a 
representative set of crops. EPA has published a proposal to revise the 
crop grouping regulations by providing additional options for crop 
grouping. These revisions would promote greater utilization of crop 
grouping for tolerance-setting purposes. Revisions to the crop grouping 
scheme that would increase its utilization will reduce the regulatory 
burden associated with residue data development in support of pesticide 
tolerances and registration.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/25/93                    58 FR 44990
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3141.

Agency Contact: Hoyt Jamerson, EPA, Office of Pesticide Program, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and 
Toxic Substances, 401 M St. SW., Washington, DC 20460, 7505w, 703 308-
8783

RIN: 2070-AC52
_______________________________________________________________________

3933. PESTICIDE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action develops procedures for mandatory and voluntary 
recall actions under section 19(b) of FIFRA and would establish 
criteria for acceptable storage and disposal plans which registrants 
may submit to this Agency to become eligible for reimbursement of 
storage costs. This action establishes procedures for indemnification 
of owners of suspended and cancelled pesticides for disposal.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/05/93                    58 FR 26856
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3432.

Agency Contact: David Stangel, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 2211w, Washington DC 
20460, 703 308-8295

RIN: 2070-AC81
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                 Completed Actions
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
3934. MICROBIAL PESTICIDES; EXPERIMENTAL USE PERMITS AND NOTIFICATIONS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 172

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/01/94                    59 FR 45600

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Ev Byington, 703 305-6307

RIN: 2070-AB77

_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)               Proposed Rule Stage
 
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
3935. HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS TEST RULE

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2603;/TSCA 4; 42 USC 7412, 7403;/CAA 112 & 103

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 789 to 795

Legal Deadline: None
Section 112 of the CAA indirectly imposes deadlines on this test rule, 
inasmuch as the test data is needed to carry out programs and 
activities that have statutory deadlines.

Abstract: A multi-chemical endpoint test rule will require the testing 
of many chemicals for a specific effect or endpoint. This type of rule 
is an alternative to single chemical rules which require testing of one 
chemical for many effects. The multi-chemical endpoint rule approach 
will obtain testing while conserving Agency resources. EPA is proposing 
health effects testing under TSCA section 4 in support of programs and 
activities required under section 112 of the Clean Air Act (CAA), 
governing Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs). Section 112 of the CAA 
directs EPA to determine the risk to health and the environment 
remaining after application of a technology-based standard to major and 
area sources. Section 112 also sets forth a mechanism for revising and 
modifying the statutory list of 189 HAPs under section 112(b), 
requirements for an accidental release control program, requirements 
for an urban air toxics program, a mechanism for ranking of hazards for 
offsets, and requirements for Great Waters studies. In order to 
implement these and other programs and requirements under section 112, 
EPA must identify the health and (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3504.
ABSTRACT CONT: environmental effects of potential concern from exposure 
to HAPs, ascertain the minimum data needed to adequately characterize 
those health and environmental effects, and assess the risks posed by 
HAPs. In addition, under section 103(d), EPA is required to conduct a 
research program on the short- and long-term effects of air pollutants 
on human health.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, (7405), Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AC76
_______________________________________________________________________

3936. TSCA CHEMICAL USE INVENTORY RULE

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 141 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2070-AC61
_______________________________________________________________________

3937. FACILITY COVERAGE AMENDMENT; TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE REPORTING; 
COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW

Legal Authority:  42 USC 11013 EPCRA 313; 42 USC 11023; 42 USC 11048; 
42 USC 11076

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 372

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Action is being taken in order to expand the reporting 
universe of the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI), pursuant to authority 
under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) 
section 313. Additional industry sectors, as defined by SIC code, would 
be subject to the same reporting requirements as are currently 
reporting facilities. This increase in the number of reporting 
facilities will significantly enhance the public's right-to-know about 
toxic chemicals released in their communities. The additional data 
included in the TRI will provide a more comprehensive portrait of toxic 
emissions in the U.S., thus enabling Federal, state, and local agencies 
to have adequate data for use in determining appropriate policies and 
regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3034.

Agency Contact: Susan B. Hazen, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, (7408), Washington DC 
20460, 202 260-1024

RIN: 2070-AC71
_______________________________________________________________________

3938. DELETION OF ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL; TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE REPORTING; 
COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW

Legal Authority:  40 USC 11013/EPCRA 313

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 372.65

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) itself does not meet the toxicity 
criteria for listing on the Toxic Release Inventory (TRI). It is the 
strong acid process itself which is associated with an increased cancer 
incidence. The proposed action would remove IPA from the list of 
chemicals for which reporting is required under the Emergency Planning 
and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) section 313. Because IPA is not 
manufactured by the strong-acid process and thus there are no releases 
of IPA reportable under section 313, deletion of IPA from the list 
would eliminate erroneous IPA reports.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3388.

Agency Contact: Susan B. Hazen, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington DC 
20460, 202 260-1024

RIN: 2070-AC77
_______________________________________________________________________

3939. LEAD-BASED PAINT HAZARD DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS AT THE TRANSFER OF 
TARGET HOUSING (SECTION 1018); JOINT RULE WITH THE DEPT. OF HUD

Legal Authority:  PL 102-550, sec 1018

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 745; 24 CFR 35

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 28, 1994.

Abstract: This is a joint HUD/EPA regulation requiring disclosure of 
lead-based paint hazards before the sale or lease of pre-1978 housing. 
Also see entry 2070-AC65.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3499.

Agency Contact: Doreen Cantor, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, (7404), Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-1777

RIN: 2070-AC75
_______________________________________________________________________

3940. RESPONSES TO PETITIONS RECEIVED TO ADD TO OR DELETE CHEMICALS FROM 
THE LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS SUBJECT TO TOXIC RELEASE REPORTING UNDER 
EPCRA SECTION 313

Legal Authority:  42 USC 11013/SARA (EPCRA) 313

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 372

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory.
Within 180 days of receipt of these petitions, the Agency must either 
initiate rulemaking or provide an explanation in the Federal Register 
for the denial.

Abstract: These actions grant or deny petitions received to add or 
delete chemicals from the list of toxic chemicals under Section 313 of 
the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act, EPCRA. The 
actions cover individual chemicals or groups of chemicals for which 
petitions have been received.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2425.
Petitions currently under review are for: Acetone (delete); Alloys--
Chromium, Nickel, and Copper in Alloys (modify); Ammonium Sulfate/
Ammonia (delete/modify); Butyl Benzyl Phthalate (delete); Copper 
Pigments (delete); Manganese in Slags (delete); Mineral Acids (modify); 
Ethylene Glycol (delete)

Agency Contact: Susan B. Hazen, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-1024

RIN: 2070-AC00
_______________________________________________________________________

3941. LEAD HAZARD STANDARDS

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 142 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2070-AC63
_______________________________________________________________________

3942. LEAD-BASED PAINT ACTIVITIES RULES; TRAINING, ACCREDITATION AND 
CERTIFICATION RULE AND MODEL STATE PLAN RULE

Legal Authority:  PL 102-550, sec 402; PL 102-550, sec 404; Title IV of 
TSCA

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 745

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, April 28, 1994.

Abstract: The Residential Lead-based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 
mandates EPA to promulgate regulations governing lead-based paint 
activities to ensure that individuals engaged in such activities are 
properly trained, that training programs are accredited, and that 
contractors engaged in such activities are certified. In addition, EPA 
must promulgate a Model State program which may be adopted by any State 
which seeks to administer and enforce a State Program.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/02/94                    59 FR 45872
NPRM Comment Period End         11/01/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3244.
Previously RIN 2070-AC53 included other lead-based paint rulemakings 
that have now been split apart from this and listed as separate items

Agency Contact: Diane Sheridan, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington DC 
20460, 202 260-3435

RIN: 2070-AC64
_______________________________________________________________________

3943. AMENDMENTS TO THE ASBESTOS WORKER PROTECTION RULE

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2605; 15 USC 2607(c)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 763 subpart G

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is proposing to amend the Asbestos Abatement Projects, 
Worker Protection Rule (WPR), by incorporating certain revisions to the 
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) asbestos workplace 
standards issued since EPA's WPR was promulgated in 1987. The proposal 
would generally extend the coverage provided under the OSHA Asbestos 
Standard for Construction to State and local government employees who 
are not covered by OSHA or EPA-approved State plans. It would also 
extend coverage provided under OSHA's Asbestos Standard for general 
industry for brake and clutch repair to such employees, and would 
clarify that they include prisoners and students employed by the State 
and/or local government. EPA also proposes to delegate authority to 
grant or deny State exclusions under the WPR to EPA Regional 
Administrators and to add compliance and enforcement requirements for 
State exclusions. In addition, EPA is proposing to amend the Asbestos-
Containing Materials in Schools Rule by reloading certain worker 
protection provisions into the WPR.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2249.

Agency Contact: Doreen Cantor, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, (7404), Washington DC 
20460, 202 260-1777

RIN: 2070-AC66
_______________________________________________________________________

3944. TSCA REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DISPOSAL OF LEAD-BASED ABATEMENT WASTE

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2601 to 2671; 42 USC 6901 to 6992

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 745

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Currently, waste derived from lead-based paint (LBP) 
abatements is to be managed under the Resource Conservation and 
Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste regulations. Other Federal agencies 
(Department of Housing and Urban Development, Department of Human 
Health Services) and several states and advocacy groups have expressed 
concern that the costs associated with the disposal of large volume 
architectural components (e.g., doors and windows) may interfere with 
the conduct of abatement activities. EPA's Office of Pollution 
Prevention and Toxic Substances and the Office of Solid Waste have 
initiated a joint rulemaking to address the disposal of architectural 
components.
The rulemaking would defer from RCRA, Subtitle C requirements for LBP 
architectural components (which) includes the Toxic Characteristics 
Leaching Procedure testing), and concurrently develop disposal 
standards for these components under the Toxic Substances Control Act 
(TSCA) Title IV, (the definition of abatement under TSCA Title IV, 
section 401(1)(B), includes disposal). The TSCA regulations would 
establish appropriate disposal stands for LBP architectural components 
and (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3508.
ABSTRACT CONT: identify recycling activities that would be controlled 
or prohibited.

Agency Contact: John J. Heisler, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, (7404), 
Washington DC 20024, 202 260-7269

RIN: 2070-AC72
_______________________________________________________________________

3945. DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDANCE AS MANDATED BY EXECUTIVE ORDER 12873, 
SECTION 503 ON ``ENVIRONMENTALLY PREFERABLE PRODUCTS''

Legal Authority:  EO 12873

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None
EO requests proposal by April 18, 1994.

Abstract: As mandated by Executive Order 12873, OPPTS is developing 
guidance to direct Federal agencies in their procurement of 
``Environmentally Preferable Products.''

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. The agency has not yet determined whether there 
is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 3480.

Agency Contact: Eun-Sook Goidel, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-3296

RIN: 2070-AC78
_______________________________________________________________________

3946. PROPOSED DECISIONS ON TEST RULES

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2603/TSCA 4

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 799

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory.
NPRM must be published within one year of ITC designation.

Abstract: EPA is proposing to require testing, or will obtain testing 
through negotiated enforceable consent agreements (ECAs) or publish a 
notice which provides the reasons for not doing so. These chemicals 
have been designated for priority testing consideration by the ITC, 
recommended for testing consideration (for which the 12-month statutory 
requirement does not apply), or they have been identified for testing 
consideration by other EPA program offices and through EPA review 
processes.

Timetable:

IRIS II Chemicals (ITC List 28)  NPRM 11/00/94

OSHA Chemicals with Insuf. Skin Absorption Data (ITC List 32)  NPRM 12/
00/94

OSHA Chemicals with No Skin Absorption Data (ITC List 31)  NPRM 12/00/
94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3494.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AB07
_______________________________________________________________________

3947. NEGOTIATED CONSENT ORDER PROCEDURAL TEST RULE (REVISION)

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2603/TSCA 4

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 790

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend the testing consent order process to 
increase its efficiency. The consent order process was adopted by the 
Agency in June 1986. Based on experience to date, the Agency needs to 
make changes in the process to reduce the resources required for 
consent order negotiation. This rule would propose appropriate 
procedural changes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/17/85                    50 FR 20652
Interim Final Rule              06/30/86                    51 FR 23706
Interim Final Rule (Technical 
Modification)                   09/01/89                    54 FR 36311
Interim Final Rule (Technical 
Modification)                   09/01/89                    54 FR 36311
NPRM                            09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2245.
Includes SAN No. 2657.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AB30
_______________________________________________________________________

3948. ATSDR SUBSTANCES TEST RULE

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2603/TSCA 4; 42 USC 9604(i)/CERCLA 104(i)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 795 to 799

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is using its authority under TSCA section 4 to require 
health effects testing on 11 chemical substances to fulfill data needs 
identified by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry 
(ATSDR), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) and EPA pursuant to 
CERCLA section 104(i). ATSDR is charged with developing ``Toxicological 
Profiles'' for hazardous substances most commonly found at Superfund 
NPL sites and which pose a significant potential threat to health. This 
involves , identifying data gaps and needs, and developing a testing 
program to meet identified needs . ATSDR's data needs were reviewed by 
NTP and EPA to avoid duplicative testing. Other federal agencies were 
given an opportunity to indicate their interest in testing specific 
endpoints for chemicals on the list.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 2563.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AB79
_______________________________________________________________________

3949. MULTI-CHEMICAL ENDPOINT TEST RULE; CHEMICAL FATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL 
EFFECTS

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2603/TSCA 4

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 799.5055

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Multi-chemical endpoint test rules require the testing of 
many chemicals for a specific effect or endpoint, e.g., chemical fate 
and environmental effects (formerly identified in this Agenda as 
``persistent bioaccumulators) . They are an alternative to single 
chemical rules which require testing of one chemical for many effects. 
A multi-chemical endpoint rule for chemical fate and environmental 
effects will include chemicals that EPA expects will persist and 
bioaccumulate in the environment. In the past, chemicals such as 
dioxins, dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane, and the polychlorinated 
biphenyls that persist (do not degrade), bioaccumulate (may enter the 
human food chain), and may be toxic have created widespread 
environmental concerns. EPA has evaluated chemicals on the Toxic Sub 
stances Control Act (TSCA) inventory for these characteristics and has 
identified chemicals for chemical fate and environmental effects 
testing for additional evaluation of their potential risks.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2865.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AC36
_______________________________________________________________________

3950. FOLLOW-UP RULES ON EXISTING CHEMICALS

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2604/TSCA 5; 15 USC 2607/TSCA 8

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 704; 40 CFR 721

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA has established a program to monitor the commercial 
development of existing chemicals of concern and/or to gather 
information to support risk assessments on such chemicals. As these 
chemicals are identified, EPA will initiate rulemakings under the Toxic 
Substances Control Act (TSCA) sections 5 and/or 8 to require reporting 
of appropriate needed information by the manufacturers, importers and/
or processors of these chemicals. Individual proposed or final rules 
will be published on at least the chemicals listed below.

Timetable:

Aromatic Ether Diamines  NPRM 05/30/90 (55 FR 21877)  Final Action 10/
00/94

Benzidene-based Chemical Substances  NPRM 10/00/94

Chloranil  NPRM 05/12/93 (58 FR 27980)  Final Action 06/00/95

Heavy Metal-Based Pigments in Aerosol Spray Paints  NPRM 09/00/95

2-Ethoxyethanol, 2-Methoxyethanol, & 2-methoxyethanol Acetate  NPRM 04/
00/95

2,4-Pentanedione  NPRM 09/27/89 (54 FR 39548)  Final Action 12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 1923.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________

3951. REGULATORY INVESTIGATION UNDER THE TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT 
(TSCA) TO REDUCE LEAD (PB) CONSUMPTION AND USE

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2604/TSCA 5; 15 USC 2605/TSCA 6

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 721; 40 CFR 750; 40 CFR 745

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action initiates a regulatory investigation under the 
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) section 6 to determine if uses of 
lead (Pb) present an unreasonable risk to human health and the 
environment. The investigation will involve examination of the 
potential sources of human or other exposure to lead throughout the 
life cycle. Based on information gathered EPA may propose TSCA section 
6(a) rules to control existing or new uses of Pb which pose an 
unreasonable risk to human health or the environment, and to explore 
the desirability and feasibility of discouraging overall consumption of 
Pb in general. In particular, EPA has begun regulatory investigation on 
three uses of lead: solder in drinking water systems, plumbing 
fixtures, and fishing sinkers.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/13/91                    56 FR 22096
Fishing Sinkers  NPRM 03/09/94 (59 FR 11122)  Final Action 09/00/95

Lead Solder  NPRM 12/00/94

Plumbing Fixtures  NPRM 12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2848/3252.
SAN No. 2848 (Lead Solder & Plumbing Fixtures). SAN No. 3252 (Lead 
Fishing Sinkers).

Agency Contact: Doreen Cantor, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-1777

RIN: 2070-AC21
_______________________________________________________________________

3952. REGULATORY INVESTIGATION OF FORMALDEHYDE

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2603/TSCA 4; 15 USC 2605/TSCA 6; 15 USC 2607/
TSCA 8

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 765

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Agency is investigating the need to reduce residential 
exposure to formaldehyde, an irritating gas, that is emitted by urea-
formaldehyde (UF) resins contained in pressed wood building materials 
and products using regulatory and non-regulatory options. UF pressed 
woods are used to build conventional and manufactured homes and to 
construct cabinets and furniture. In 1992, the Agency supported 
voluntary efforts by industry to reduce emissions from UF particleboard 
flooring products and to codify such reductions in a voluntary national 
consensus product standard. The Agency is also: (1)implementing an 
exposure testing program, beginning with a pilot study voluntarily 
supported by industry to characterize formaldehyde concentrations in 
newly built homes and to determine how long high concentrations of the 
gas persist, and (2)supporting research to evaluate the effectiveness 
of furniture product emission standards for reducing formaldehyde in 
office buildings. Activities are being coordinated with the Department 
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the consumer Product Safety 
Commission (CPSC).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/23/84                    49 FR 21870
Pressed Wood Products  NPRM 00/00/00

Termination for Apparel Workers  Section 9(d) Notice 03/19/84 (49 FR 
21870)

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2146.
ABSTRACT CONT: sections 4 and 8 may be developed to obtain indoor 
formaldehyde exposure data and to collect additional information 
concerning UF pressed wood products, respectively; TSCA section 6 
regulations may be developed to address unreasonable risks posed by UF 
pressed wood products.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AB14
_______________________________________________________________________

3953. POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS (PCBS): APPLICATIONS FOR EXEMPTIONS FROM 
THE BAN ON MANUFACTURING, PROCESSING, AND DISTRIBUTION

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2605TSCA 6(e)(3)(B)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 761

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 6(e)(3)(B) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) 
provides that the Administrator may grant, by rule, exemptions from the 
prohibitions on the manufacturing, processing, and distribution in 
commerce of PCBs upon finding: 1) that granting the exemption will not 
pose an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment; and 
2) that good faith efforts have been made to develop a PCB substitute 
which does not pose an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the 
environment.

Timetable:

Batch 1  NPRM 03/02/92 (57 FR 7439)  Final Action 04/11/94 (59 FR 
16991)

Batch 2  NPRM 10/00/94  Final Action 00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2150.

Agency Contact: Tony Baney, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-3933

RIN: 2070-AB20
_______________________________________________________________________

3954. POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS (PCBS) DISPOSAL AMENDMENTS

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2605(e)(1)(A)/TSCA 6(e)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 761, subparts C, D, E, G

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The ANPRM solicits comments on alternate disposal methods for 
non-liquid PCBs and invites public input on modifications to the PCB 
disposal regulations. In February 1990, several parties petitioned EPA 
under Section 21 of TSCA to amend the regulations at 40 CFR 761, which 
govern the disposal of PCBs, and issue an interpretive rule or 
declaratory order construing the existing PCB disposal regulations. In 
responding to the petition, EPA agreed to initiate a regulatory 
investigation to determine whether or not to amend the disposal 
regulations. After analyzing the comments received in response to the 
ANPRM, a proposed rule will be drafted which will also address 
alternative disposal methods for newly identified scenarios such as 
large volume solids; mixed wastes such as PCB/radioactive wastes; and 
other issues, such as disposal of household wastes, small capacitors, 
and used paints. This notice will also solicit comments on a 
modification to the disposal regulations which would allow for the 
recognition of PCB waste management activities under other Federal or 
State authorities. Finally, this rule incorporates a reproposal of the 
April 6, 1990 proposed rule (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/10/91                    56 FR 26738
NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2878.
ABSTRACT CONT: (55 FR 12866), which intended to clarify questions on 
whether the analysis of PCBs is to be conducted ``on a dry weight 
basis.''

Agency Contact: Tony Baney, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-3935

RIN: 2070-AC01
_______________________________________________________________________

3955. AMENDMENTS TO THE ASBESTOS-CONTAINING MATERIALS IN SCHOOLS RULE

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2605; 2607(c); 2647

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 763 subpart E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is proposing to amend the Asbestos-Containing Materials 
in Schools Rule in order to provide clarifications regarding several 
definitions, air clearance monitoring techniques, and response actions. 
For the first time, this rulemaking will be chaired by an EPA Regional 
office.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3047.
Additional Agency Contact: Robert Jordan; 7404; EPA; Washington DC 
20460; (202) 260-2328

Agency Contact: Wolfgang Brandner, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, 726 Minnesota 
Ave., Kansas City, Kansas 66101, 913 551-7381

RIN: 2070-AC62
_______________________________________________________________________

3956. SIGNIFICANT NEW USE RULES ON NATIONAL PROGRAM CHEMICALS; ASBESTOS, 
LEAD, AND REFRACTORY CERAMIC FIBERS

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2604/TSCA 5; 15 USC 2607/TSCA 8

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 704; 40 CFR 721

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA has instituted a program to monitor the commercial 
development of existing chemicals of concern and/or to gather 
information to support risk assessments on such chemicals. As these 
chemicals are identified, EPA will initiate rulemakings under the Toxic 
Substances Control Act (TSCA) sections 5 and/or 8 to require reporting 
by the manufacturers, importers and/or processors of these chemicals. 
Proposed rules may be published on at least the chemicals listed on the 
timetable below.

Timetable:

Asbestos  NPRM 12/00/94

Lead  ANPRM 09/28/94 (59 FR 49484)  NPRM 12/00/95

Refractory Ceramic Fiber  NPRM 03/21/94 (59 FR 13294)  Final Action 12/
00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 1923.

Agency Contact: Doreen Cantor, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-1777

RIN: 2070-AC37
_______________________________________________________________________

3957.  NOTICE OF TSCA SECTION 4 REIMBURSEMENT PERIOD AND TSCA 
SECTION 12(B) EXPORT NOTIFICATION PERIOD SUNSET DATES FOR TSCA SECTION 4 
SUBSTANCES

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2603 and 2611

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 707; 40 CFR 790; 40 CFR 791; 40 CFR 799

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is developing a list of substances that are or have been 
subject to TSCA section 4 testing action regarding which required 
testing under rules or Enforceable Consent Orders have been completed. 
EPA will identify sunset, or termination dates that will identify:
(1) The end of section 4 reporting requirements (40 CFR 790)
(2) The end of the reimbursement period under which persons subject to 
test rules are subject to an obligation to reimburse test sponsors (40 
CFR 791)
(3) The end of the period during which export notification requirements 
under TSCA section 12(b) are triggered.
Additionally, the notice will solicit comment on the method used by EPA 
to calculate the sunset dates for multi-chemical test rules.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Solicitation                    11/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3559.

Agency Contact: Frank D. Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AC84
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                  Final Rule Stage
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
3958. CHEMICAL LIST EXPANSION; EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-
KNOW ACT SECTION 313

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 161 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2070-AC47
_______________________________________________________________________

3959. SMALL SOURCE EXEMPTION CONSIDERATIONS; TOXIC RELEASE REPORTING; 
COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW

Legal Authority:  42 USC 11013 EPCRA 313; 42 USC 11023; 42 USC 11048; 
42 USC 11076

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 372

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) receives thousands of 
reports each year with release, transfer, and other data indicating 
zero or low volumes. Since EPA is pursuing a vigorous expansion plan 
for both chemicals and new sources, the Agency believes that it is also 
appropriate to consider the development of a regulatory amendment to 
provide relief to TRI submitters, while not significantly affecting the 
type and availability of data that satisfy the right-to-know goals of 
the law. This action is also in response to two petitions received by 
the Agency, one from the Small Business Administration (SBA), and the 
other from the American Feed Industries Association (AFIA). The SBA 
petition asks EPA to exempt reporters who report releases and transfers 
of less than 5,000 pounds, and the AFIA petition asks EPA to exempt the 
feed industry SIC code from the rule coverage because of the low volume 
releases reported and the lack of risk they contend those releases pose 
to the community. EPA is considering several options for a small source 
exemption, primarily focusing on the establishment of a volume 
threshold, (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/28/94                    59 FR 38524
Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3507.
ABSTRACT CONT: below which the reporting facility would not be required 
to submit the TRI reporting form (Form R). EPA intends to finalize an 
approach in tandem with the Chemical Expansion Rule discussed under RIN 
2070-AC47.

Agency Contact: Susan B. Hazen, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-1024

RIN: 2070-AC70
_______________________________________________________________________

3960. MANDATORY POLLUTION PREVENTION REPORTING FOR TOXIC RELEASE 
INVENTORY (TRI)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 11013/Pollution Prevention Act of 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 372

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed regulation would implement the ``Source 
Reduction and Recycling Report'' provision of the Pollution Prevention 
Act of 1990. Under this current data collection facilities that file 
EPA Form R must include information on the amounts of the chemical 
recycled combusted for energy recovery treated and released both on-
site and off-site for the following two years. The amounts must be 
estimated for the reporting year and the prior year. Facilities must 
also indicate changes in production from year to year and what source 
reduction activities were implemented.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/25/91                    56 FR 48475
Finalization of Form R          03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2847.

Agency Contact: Susan B. Hazen, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-1024

RIN: 2070-AC24
_______________________________________________________________________

3961. LEAD-BASED PAINT DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS AT RENOVATION OF TARGET 
HOUSING

Legal Authority:  PL 102-550, sec 406

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 745; 24 CFR 35

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 28, 1994.

Abstract: The residential Lead-based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 
requires EPA to develop three products over the next 18 months: (1) a 
lead hazard information pamphlet, to be developed in consultation with 
HUD and CDC; (2) an EPA regulation requiring renovators to provide the 
information pamphlet to clients before beginning work; and (3) a joint 
HUD/EPA regulation requiring disclosure of lead-based paint hazards 
before the sale or lease of pre-1978 housing.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/02/94                    59 FR 11108
Final Action                    01/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3242.
Previously listed under RIN 2070-AC53.

Agency Contact: Doreen Cantor, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington DC 
20460, 202 260-1777

RIN: 2070-AC65
_______________________________________________________________________

3962. FINAL DECISIONS ON TEST RULES

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2603/TSCA 4

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 799

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is requiring testing via rules , or will obtain testing 
through enforceable consent agreements (ECAs) or publish a notice which 
provides the reasons for not doing so for chemicals listed herein . 
These chemicals have been designated for priority testing consideration 
by the ITC or recommended for testing consideration (for which the 12-
month statutory requirement does not apply) . The list also includes 
chemicals or categories of chemicals which have been identified for 
testing consideration by other EPA offices and through EPA review 
processes.

Timetable:

Alkyl (C 12-C 14) Glycidyl Ethers  ECA 12/00/94

Aryl Phosphates (ITC List 2)  ANPRM 12/29/83 (48 FR 57452)  NPRM 01/17/
92 (57 FR 2138)  FINAL ACTION (ECA) 03/00/95

Bisphenol A Glycidyl Ethers  ECA 12/00/94

Brominated Flame Retardants  NPRM 06/25/91 (56 FR 29140)  FINAL ACTION 
(ECA) 08/00/95

Cyclohexane (ITC List 18)  NPRM 05/20/87 (52 FR 19096)  FINAL ACTION 
Consent Agreement 10/00/94

Glycidols (ITC List 3)  ANPRM 12/30/83 (48 FR 57562)  NPRM 11/07/91 (56 
FR 51744)  Final Action 10/00/94

Glycidyl Methacrylate  Final Action 10/00/94

Hexamethylene Diiosyanate (ITC List 22)  NPRM 05/17/89 (54 FR 
21240)  Final Action 10/00/94

IRIS I Chemicals  Final Action 12/00/95

N-Methylpyrolidone  Final Action 11/23/93 (58 FR 61814)

N-Methylpyrrolidone  NPRM 03/28/90 (55 FR 11398)

Silicon Based Glycidyl Ethers  Final Action 09/00/95

TAME (OAR Request)  ECA 12/00/94

White Phosphorus (ITC List 34)  ECA 00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3493.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AB94
_______________________________________________________________________

3963. MULTI-CHEMICAL ENDPOINT(S) TEST RULE; DEVELOPMENTAL AND 
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY, AND NEUROTOXICITY

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2603/TSCA 4

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 799.5050

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A multi-chemical endpoint test rule will require the testing 
of many chemicals for a specific effect or endpoint, e.g., 
neurotoxicity. This type of rule is an alternative to single chemical 
rules which require testing of one chemical for many effects. The 
multi-chemical endpoint rule approach will obtain a significant amount 
of testing while conserving on Agency resources. The multi-chemical 
rule for developmental and reproductive toxicity testing will require 
testing of twelve chemicals for developmental and/or reproductive 
effects; the multi-chemical rule for neurotoxicity testing will obtain 
base set neurotoxicity testing of ten high production solvents. These 
rules may be amended in the future to require the same testing for 
other chemicals. Also, future multi-chemical rules will require testing 
of additional endpoints and chemicals. The testing requirements for 
each chemical in a multi-chemical rule will be listed in a single table 
by chemical under section 799.5050. This table will be amended with 
each publication of a new multi-chemical rule.

Timetable:

Multi-Chemical Rule for Developmental and Reproductive Toxicity  NPRM 
03/04/91 (56 FR 9092)  Final Action 12/00/95

Multi-Chemical Rule for Neurotoxicity  NPRM 03/04/91 (56 FR 
9105)  Final Action 07/27/93 (58 FR 40238)  Petition for Review Filed 
10/06/93  Proposed Revocation 06/27/94 (59 FR 33187)  Stay 06/27/94 (59 
FR 33184)

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 2865.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AC27
_______________________________________________________________________

3964. FOLLOW-UP RULES ON NON-5(E) NEW CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2604/TSCA 5; 15 USC 2607/TSCA 8

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 704; 40 CFR 721

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA has instituted a program to regulate the commercial 
development of new chemicals that have completed premanufacture notice 
(PMN) review where activities described in the PMN did not present an 
unreasonable risk but uncontrolled manufacture, import, processing, 
distribution, use, or disposal outside the activities described in the 
PMN may present an unreasonable risk. EPA will issue Significant New 
Use Rules (SNURs) requiring 90-day notification to EPA from any 
manufacturer, importer, or processor who would engage in activities 
that are designated as significant new uses. Under the Expedited 
Follow-up Rule (EFUR) which became effective on October 12, 1989, EPA 
will identify such new chemicals and publish them in a batch SNUR 3-4 
times per year. Chemicals that were subject to a proposed SNUR before 
the effective date of the EFUR or do not qualify under the EFUR may be 
regulated individually by notice and comment rulemaking and are listed 
below.

Timetable:

Alkyl, Sulfonic Acid, Ammonium Salt (84-1056)  NPRM 06/11/86 (51 FR 
21199)  Final Action 01/00/95

Aluminum Cross-linked Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose  NPRM 06/11/93 (58 
FR 32628)  Final Action 01/00/95

Diphenyl-2,4,6-Trimethylbenzol Phosphine Oxide (87-586)  NPRM 02/02/88 
(53 FR 2857)  Final Action 01/00/95

1-Decanimine-N-Decyl-N-Methyl-N-Oxide (86-566)  NPRM 12/08/87 (52 FR 
46496)  Final Action 01/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 1976.

Agency Contact: James Alwood, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, (7405), Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-1857

RIN: 2070-AA59
_______________________________________________________________________

3965. CHEMICAL SPECIFIC SIGNIFICANT NEW USE RULES (SNURS) TO EXTEND 
PROVISIONS OF SECTION 5(E) ORDERS

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2604/TSCA 5

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 721

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: When the Agency determines that uncontrolled manufacture, 
import, processing, distribution, use or disposal of a premanufacture 
notification notice (PMN) substance may present an unreasonable risk, 
it may issue a section 5(e) consent order to limit these activities. 
However, such orders apply only to the PMN submitter. Once the new 
substance is entered on the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) 
chemical inventory, others can manufacture, import or process the 
substance without controls. Therefore, EPA extends the controls to 
apply to others by designating manufacture, import or processing of the 
substances for uses without the specified controls as significant new 
uses. Under the Expedited Follow-Up Rule, which became effective on 
October 10, 1989 (54 FR 31314), EPA routinely publishes batch SNURs 
containing routine section 5(e) and non-5(e) SNURs. However, certain 
activities, such as modifications, withdrawals, revocations, and SNURs 
upon which comments are received in the direct final publication 
process, are subject to notice and comment rulemaking and are listed 
below.

Timetable:

Batch SNUR: 84-660/-704, 84-105/-106 & -107, 85-433  NPRM 05/27/93 (58 
FR 30744)  Final Action 01/00/95

Polymer of Substituted Aryl Olephin (85-612)  Reproposal 10/00/94

Pyridine Batch (modification: 50584 B)  NPRM 06/08/93 (58 FR 
32222)  Final Action 10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3495.

Agency Contact: James Alwood, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-1857

RIN: 2070-AB27
_______________________________________________________________________

3966. GENERIC SIGNIFICANT NEW USE RULE (SNUR) FOR ACRYLATE COMPOUNDS

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2694/TSCA 5

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 721

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The generic acrylate significant new use rule may require any 
person who proposes to manufacture, import, or process an acrylate/
methacrylate subject to the category definition contained within the 
proposed rule to notify EPA at least 90 days in advance of the 
initiation of manufacture or processing for a significant new use. The 
significant new use rule will apply to a subset of acrylates added to 
the inventory after the effective date of the rule. It will no longer 
be necessary to issue routine 5(e) orders or chemical specific SNURs 
for those acrylates covered by the rule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/22/93                    58 FR 61649
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2247.

Agency Contact: James Alwood, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-1857

RIN: 2070-AB56
_______________________________________________________________________

3967. RULEMAKING CONCERNING CERTAIN MICROBIAL PRODUCTS 
(``BIOTECHNOLOGY'') UNDER THE TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA)

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2604/TSCA 5

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 700; 40 CFR 720; 40 CFR 721

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is proposing a regulation under the Toxic Substances 
Control Act (TSCA) for the oversight of certain microbial products of 
biotechnology. The proposed rule would be issued under the authority of 
Section 5 of TSCA, which generally requires that new chemical 
substances must be reviewed by EPA before they are introduced into 
commerce.
The proposed rule will contain mechanisms for exemption as well as 
actual proposed exemptions, guidance on how the TSCA Inventory will be 
used, and EPA's approach to Research and Development with biotechnology 
microorganisms.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/01/94                    59 FR 45526
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2326.
(PMN for Certain Biotech Products)

Agency Contact: Paul Campanella, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-3725

RIN: 2070-AB61
_______________________________________________________________________

3968. PREMANUFACTURE NOTIFICATION (PMN) RULE AMENDMENTS

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2604; 15 USC 2607; 15 USC 2613/TSCA 5

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 720 to 723

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend the PMN rules (40 CFR 720 to 723) 
under Section 5 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to conform 
to current policy needs. These changes are necessary to increase 
efficiency and incorporate proposed program improvements. They are 
expected to reduce the administrative burdens/cost of the New Chemicals 
Program and the overall number of Section 5 submissions while 
maintaining an effective and environmentally sound program. EPA has 
identified ``low-risk'' categories that meet certain established 
criteria and can be screened out of the full PMN review process at an 
early date based on low health/environmental concern or low exposure 
scenarios. EPA would like to reduce the burden to PMN submitters and 
maximize the efficiency and resources of the program by modifying the 
rule to reduce reporting requirements for low-risk categories. This 
would enable the Agency to reduce the number of Section 5 submissions 
and concentrate its resources on PMNs with potential health or 
environmental concerns.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/08/93                     58 FR 7646
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2760.

Agency Contact: Mary Cushmac, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-4443

RIN: 2070-AC14
_______________________________________________________________________

3969. PROCEDURES AND CRITERIA FOR TERMINATION OF POLYCHLORINATED 
BIPHENYLS (PCBS) DISPOSAL PERMITS

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2605/TSCA 6(e); 5 USC 556 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 761

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under section 6(e) of the Toxic Substances Control Act 
(TSCA), the Agency is considering establishing uniform procedures and 
criteria for the revocation and suspension of TSCA PCB disposal 
permits. The regulation would establish uniform revocation procedures 
and criteria, thereby ensuring consistency in permit revocation 
proceedings.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/02/90                    55 FR 46470
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2560.

Agency Contact: Tony Baney, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-3935

RIN: 2070-AB81
_______________________________________________________________________

3970. REGULATORY INVESTIGATION OF DIOXIN IN PULP AND PAPER MILL SLUDGE

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2605/TSCA 6

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 744

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 30, 1991. Final, Judicial, 
November 30, 1992.
The Consent Decree between EPA, EDF, and NWF signed July 27, 1988, 
requires that EPA make best efforts to issue a final rule by November 
30, 1992.

Abstract: The objective of this project is to reduce the unreasonable 
risks posed by dioxins and furans in bleached wood pulp and paper mill 
industrial sludge. In response to a July 1988 Consent Decree with the 
Environmental Defense Fund and the National Wildlife Federation, EPA 
announced on April 30, 1990, its schedule for a proposed rule under the 
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), addressing the practice of 
industrial sludge land application, including mine reclamation and 
distribution/marketing. On December 14, 1992, EPA fulfilled its 
obligations under the settlement by informing EDF and NWF of the status 
of its efforts to evaluate and control risks from the land application 
of sludge produced from the treatment of wastewater from pulp and paper 
mills using chlorine and chlorine-derivative bleaching processes. EPA's 
Office of Water and Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards are 
developing integrated effluent guidelines and emission standards for 
the pulp and paper industry. In light of these proceedings and to 
promote multi-media pollution prevention the Agency has chosen to defer 
the promulgation of the final land application rule to take into 
account the effect of the process

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/10/91                    56 FR 21802
Response letter to EDF & NWF    12/14/92
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2844.
ABSTRACT CONT: changes under consideration for these rules on the 
resulting levels of dioxin and furan contamination in the sludge. Once 
this determination has been made, the Agency will reevaluate the risk 
from sludge land application and will be able to choose, if necessary, 
the appropriate regulatory or nonregulatory mechanism to address the 
situation. The Agency expects to make this determination in 1995. To 
address any interim concerns for land application of pulp and paper 
mill sludge before the integrated rules are promulgated and 
implemented, EPA has entered into negotiations with the American Forest 
and Paper Association (AF&PA) to develop an industry environmental 
stewardship program for the practice of sludge land application. The 
voluntary agreement with AF&PA and the industry EPA entered into on 
April 14, 1994, will be reassessed when the provisions of the 
integrated rulemaking take effect.

Agency Contact: Robert McNally, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, Washington, DC 20460, 
SE., 202 260-3945

RIN: 2070-AC05
_______________________________________________________________________

3971. USE OF ACRYLAMIDE AND N-METHYLOLACRYLAMIDE (NMA) FOR GROUTING

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2605/TSCA 6

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 764

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 2, 1991, EPA proposed a regulation of acrylamide 
and NMA grouts based on the unreasonable risk associated with their 
usage. EPA's proposed rule would prohibit the manufacture, distribution 
in commerce, and use of acrylamide grout; and would prohibit all uses 
of NMA grout, except its use for sewer line repair. The proposed rule 
would also prohibit, after a period of three years, the manufacture and 
distribution in commerce of NMA grout for any purpose, and the use of 
NMA grout for sewer line repair. EPA will review the public comments 
and develop a final rule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/02/91                    56 FR 49863
Final Action                    01/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2779.

Agency Contact: Robert C. McNally, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-3945

RIN: 2070-AC17
_______________________________________________________________________

3972. POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS (PCBS) TRANSFORMER RECLASSIFICATION RULE

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2605/TSCA 6(e)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 761

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would relax the regulatory requirements for 
reclassifying PCB transformers to a lower regulatory status by 
modifying the current reclassification requirements of 50 degree 
centigrade temperature and 90-day testing. Results of a preliminary 
analysis indicate that many transformers never reach the required 
temperature, but still reduce PCB concentrations and that safety risks 
to employees and to the general public occur in mandating the continued 
adherence to the current regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/18/93                    58 FR 60970
Final Action                    02/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3021.

Agency Contact: Tony Baney, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-3935

RIN: 2070-AC39
_______________________________________________________________________

3973. REVISED ASBESTOS MODEL ACCREDITATION PLAN

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2646/TSCA 6

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 763, app C to subpart E

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 28, 1992.

Abstract: The Asbestos School Hazard Abatement Reauthorization Act 
(ASHARA) amended TSCA to require that EPA revise its asbestos model 
accreditation plan to extend training and accreditation requirements to 
include persons performing certain asbestos-related work in public and 
commercial buildings, to increase the minimum number of training hours 
required for accreditation purposes and to effect other changes 
necessary to implement the amendments. This action will increase 
regulatory costs for the owners and managers of public and commercial 
building, but will also reduce asbestos exposures in these buildings.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/13/92                    57 FR 20438
Interim Final Rule              02/03/94                     59 FR 5236
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3148.

Agency Contact: Brion Cook, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-1878

RIN: 2070-AC51
_______________________________________________________________________

3974. SECTION 8(A) PRELIMINARY ASSESSMENT INFORMATION RULES

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2607a/TSCA 8(a)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 712

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These rules add chemicals to the list of chemicals and 
designated mixtures subject to the requirements of the Toxic Substances 
Control Act Section 8(a) Preliminary Assessment Information Rule (40 
CFR part 712). These chemicals have been identified by the Office of 
Pollution Prevention and Toxics, other EPA offices, and other federal 
agencies, as well as recommended for testing consideration by the 
Interagency Testing Committee. Manufacturers and importers are required 
to submit exposure-related data (EPA Form No. 7710-35) on the 
chemicals. These data will be used to monitor the levels of production, 
import and/or processing of these substances and the avenues of human 
and environmental exposure to these substances. These data will also 
support risk assessment and test rule decisions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action 34th ITC List 
Chemicals                       10/00/94
Final Action 35th ITC List      12/00/94
Final Action 36th ITC List      06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2178.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AB08
_______________________________________________________________________

3975. SECTION 8(D) HEALTH AND SAFETY DATA REPORTING RULES

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2607(d)/TSCA 8(d)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 716

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These rules add chemicals to the list of chemicals and 
mixtures subject to the requirements of the Toxic Substances Control 
Act Section 8(d) Health and Safety Data Reporting Rule. These chemicals 
have been identified by the Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, 
other EPA offices, and other Federal agencies, as well as recommended 
for testing consideration by the Interagency Testing Committee. 
Manufacturers, importers, and processors of substances listed under 
Section 8(d) at 40 CFR 716.120 must submit unpublished health and 
safety data on those substances.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action 34th ITC List 
Chemicals                       10/00/94
Final Action 35th ITC List      12/00/94
Final Action 36th ITC List      06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 1139.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AB11
_______________________________________________________________________

3976. AMENDMENT TO THE TSCA SECTION 8(A) COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT 
INFORMATION RULE (CAIR)

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2607(a)/TSCA 8(a)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 704 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule will amend certain aspects of the CAIR. 
The CAIR is a model rule designed to gather production, use, and 
exposure information from chemical manufacturers, importers, and 
processors of listed chemical substances and mixtures. In response to 
public comments, EPA is considering revision of the CAIR to: establish 
exemptions for small and de minimis volumes; refine trade name 
reporting requirements; reduce certain advance substantiation 
requirements for Confidential Business Information (CBI) claims; and 
require automatic reporting for substances added to CAIR by the 
Interagency Testing Committee (ITC).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/30/93                    58 FR 63134
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3190.

Agency Contact: Frank Kover, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-8130

RIN: 2070-AC19
_______________________________________________________________________

3977. TSCA SECTION 8(E); NOTICE OF CLARIFICATION AND SOLICITATION OF 
PUBLIC COMMENT

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2607(e)/TSCA 8(e)

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The TSCA section 8(e) ``Notice of Clarification and 
Solicitation of Public Comment'' would amend certain aspects of the 
1978 TSCA section 8(e) Statement of Interpretation and Enforcement 
Policy (1978 Policy Statement). The 1978 Policy Statement describes the 
types of information that EPA considers reportable under section 8(e), 
the ``substantial risk'' reporting provision of TSCA, and describes the 
procedures for reporting such information to EPA. This clarification 
effort derives from a review of the existing section 8(e) guidance done 
in the context of questions raised by companies considering 
participating in the Section 8(e) Compliance Audit Program (CAP). As a 
result of this review, EPA determined that parts of the 1978 Policy 
Statement concerning the reportability of information on ``widespread 
and previously unsuspected distribution in environmental media'' and 
``emergency incidents of environmental contamination'' needed some 
refinement. The subject Federal Register action solicited comment on 
refined reporting guidance concerning widespread and previously 
unsuspected distribution in environmental media and (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/13/93                    58 FR 37735
Final Action                    12/30/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3118.
ABSTRACT CONT: provides additional circumstances where information is 
not reportable because it is considered known to the Administrator; 
refined reporting guidance on emergency incidents of environmental 
contamination will be developed as appropriate, by the Office of Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response. Finally, the notice solicited comments on 
changes to the section 8(e) reporting deadline, and reaffirmed the 
standards for claims of confidentiality for information contained in a 
notice of substantial risk under section 8(e).

Agency Contact: Richard Hefter, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-3470

RIN: 2070-AC80
_______________________________________________________________________

3978.  LEAD-BASED PAINT ACTIVITIES, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION: 
RENOVATION AND REMODELING

Legal Authority:  PL 102-550, sec 402(c)(3)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 745

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1996.

Abstract: Under TSCA title IV, section 402(c)(2) EPA is currently 
conducting a study to determine whether the activities of individuals 
engaged in renovation and remodeling activities result in lead exposure 
levels that may affect the health of workers, building occupants or the 
environment is at risk, the Agency must proceed to develop regulations 
under Section 402(c)(3). These regulations would require that 
individuals engaged in renovation and remodeling activities acquire 
training and obtain certification. These training and certification 
requirements would be similar to those that the Agency is developing 
for individuals performing lead-based paint abatement under Section 
402(a) of TSCA, Title IV.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3557.

Agency Contact: Diane Sheridan, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Prevention, Pesticides, and Toxic Substances, SE., 202 260-3435

RIN: 2070-AC83
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                 Completed Actions
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
3979. PROHIBITION OF HEXAVALENT CHROMIUM IN COMFORT COOLING TOWERS; 
APPLICATION OF TSCA SECTION 12(B) EXPORT NOTIFICATION; AMENDMENT

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 749

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/19/94                    59 FR 42769

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Geraldine Gardner, 202 260-8858

RIN: 2070-AC57

_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                     Prerule Stage
 
Clean Water Act (CWA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
3980.  REVISED RECREATIONAL WATER QUALITY CRITERIA FOR 
MICROORGANISMS

Legal Authority:  CWA, section 304(a)(1) and 303(c)(2)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 134

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Agency will conduct a policy dialogue with other 
stakeholders to determine what is needed and what can be done now and 
in the future to improve microbiological health criteria and monitoring 
procedures for recreational waters. Improved recreational water 
criteria are necessary to reduce the level of a wide variety of 
infectious diseases which result from exposure to microbiological 
contamination during recreational activities such as swimming, surfing, 
diving, kayaking, etc. States will use the criteria and monitoring 
procedures as guidance in establishing State health standards, sampling 
requirements, and public notification procedures for pathogen 
contaminants in recreational waters.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: 
SAN No. 3583

Agency Contact: Stephen Schaub, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
SE., Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7591

RIN: 2040-AC50
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)               Proposed Rule Stage
Clean Water Act (CWA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
3981. STANDARDS FOR THE USE OR DISPOSAL OF SEWAGE SLUDGE (ROUND II)

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1251 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 503

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, December 15, 1999. Final, Judicial, 
December 15, 2001.
EPA must identify final pollutant list for Round II by November 30, 
1995.

Abstract: EPA will propose and promulgate additional standards for the 
use or disposal of sewage sludge. The Agency must first decide which 
contaminants from a list of 31 pollutants listed in a Consent Decree 
dated May 25, 1993, will be proposed for regulation in Round II. Then, 
EPA will develop regulations that will establish requirements for 
sewage sludge when the sludge is applied to the land for a beneficial 
purpose, when the sludge is disposed on land by placing it on surface 
disposal sites, or when sewage sludge is incinerated.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/99
Final Action                    12/00/01

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3448.

Agency Contact: Maria Gomez-Taylor, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, (4304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-1639

RIN: 2040-AC25
_______________________________________________________________________

3982. AMENDMENTS TO FINAL SEWAGE SLUDGE USE AND DISPOSAL RULE

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1251

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 503

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA will propose and promulgate amendments to the final 
sewage sludge regulations. These amendments will address comments on 
issues raised in the final rule, issues that are the subject of pending 
litigation, other technical amendments and implementation issues. The 
specific issues in the proposed amendments include: the pollutant 
limits for molybdenum and cadmium when sludge is land applied, the 
total hydrocarbons operational standard and monitoring requirements, 
ratio of hexavalent chromium to total chromium for incineration, the 
quality of bagged products, alternative test methods for pathogens and 
chemicals, and alternative vector control processes.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95
Final Action                    06/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3497.

Agency Contact: Maria Gomez-Taylor, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, (4304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-1639

RIN: 2040-AC29
_______________________________________________________________________

3983.  CLARIFICATION OF ``STANDING'' REQUIREMENT FOR STATE NPDES 
PROGRAMS

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1251(e); 33 USC 1361(a); 33 USC 1314(i)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 123.25; 40 CFR 124.19

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will clarify the EPA's existing regulations 
governing the approval of state programs to issue NPDES permits. These 
regulations are found at 40 CFR Parts 123 and 124. The rulemaking will 
insert an explicit requirement that state law must grant citizens in 
that state ``standing'' to bring an action in state court to challenge 
NPDEs permits issued by the state in order for the state's NPDES 
program to be approvable. The new provision would make it clear that a 
state must provide citizens standing in state courts which is at least 
equivalent to the standing granted to citizens in federal courts when 
EPA issues an NPDES permit.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3562.

Agency Contact: Doug Snyder, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
EPA - Region III, 841 Chestnut Bldg., Philadelphia, PA 19107, 215 597-
4438

RIN: 2040-AC43
_______________________________________________________________________

3984.  ESTABLISHMENT OF NUMERIC CRITERIA FOR PRIORITY TOXIC 
POLLUTANTS AND TOXICITY FOR THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1251 et seq; 33 USC 1313

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 131

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Several municipal entities and one industry in California 
sued the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) in 
State court over whether the SWRCB's water quality control plans for 
inland surface waters and enclosed bays and estuaries were adopted in 
compliance with authorizing State law. The court issued its final 
decision in March, 1994; the Court agreed with the plaintiffs and found 
that the plans could not remain in effect. The SWRCB has been ordered 
to rescind its plans. In the absence of approved State criteria, the 
Clean Water Act requires EPA to promulgate water quality criteria for 
priority toxic pollutants. EPA Region 9 will promulgate water quality 
criteria for priority toxic pollutants for the State of California.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3504.

Agency Contact: Diane Frankel, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
EPA - Region IX, 75 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, CA 95105, 415 744-
1988

RIN: 2040-AC44
_______________________________________________________________________

3985.  LEATHER TANNING AND FINISHING EFFLUENT GUIDELINES - 
PRETREATMENT STANDARDS FOR EXISTING AND NEW SOURCES

Legal Authority:  Clean Water Act

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 425

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is in response to an industry trade association 
petition for rulemaking. This is a minor technical amendment of 
previously promulgated pretreatment standards for existing sources 
(PSES) and for new sources (PSNS) to allow local POTWs to change (or 
delete) the upper pH limitation for plants in three subcategories.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: 
SAN No. 3581.

Agency Contact: Donald F. Anderson, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, SE., Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7137

RIN: 2040-AC48
_______________________________________________________________________

3986.  GUIDELINES ESTABLISHING TEST PROCEDURES FOR THE ANALYSIS 
OF POLLUTANTS UNDER THE CLEAN WATER ACT

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1314(h); 33 USC 1361(A)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 136

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would amend 40 CFR part 136 by adding new 
biological measurements and test procedures for the analysis of 
pollutants under Section 304(h) of the Clean Water Act. The list of 
approved biological test methods would be amended by adding methods for 
measuring acute and chronic toxicity to freshwater and marine species 
exposed to pollutants in effluents and receiving waters.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: 
SAN No. 3582

Agency Contact: Patricia S. Keitt, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, SE., Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-5678

RIN: 2040-AC49
_______________________________________________________________________

3987. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE PHARMACEUTICAL 
MANUFACTURING CATEGORY

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1311/CWA 301; 33 USC 1314/CWA 304; 33 USC 
1316/CWA 306; 33 USC 1317/CWA 307; 33 USC 1361/CWA 501

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 439

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, February 1995. Final, Judicial, August 
1996.
Dates contained in Consent Decree (NRDC v. Reilly). These dates reflect 
an unopposed motion to extend the deadlines.

Abstract: The Agency will review and revise as appropriate the effluent 
limitation guidelines and standards for the pharmaceutical 
manufacturing industry. A major part of the review will consider the 
inclusion of limitations on toxic and non-conventional volatile organic 
pollutants. The 1983 proposal covering New Source Performance Standards 
(NSPS) for conventional pollutants will also be reevaluated.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (NSPS)                     10/27/83                    48 FR 49832
NPRM                            02/00/95
Final Action                    08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 1427.

Agency Contact: Frank Hund, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7182

RIN: 2040-AA13
_______________________________________________________________________

3988. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE COASTAL SUBCATEGORY OF 
THE OIL AND GAS EXTRACTION CATEGORY

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1314/CWA 304; 33 USC 1316/CWA 306; 33 USC 
1317/CWA 307; 33 USC 1361/CWA 501; 33 USC 1311/CWA 301

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 435, subpart D

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, January 1995. Final, Judicial, July 
1996.
Dates contained in Consent Decree (NRDC v. Reilly).

Abstract: EPA will propose effluent limitation guidelines based on Best 
Available Technology (BAT), Best Conventional Technology (BCT), and New 
Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for coastal oil and gas extraction 
facilities. This regulation will apply to the facilities involved in 
exploration, development and production operations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Notice                          11/08/89                    54 FR 46919
NPRM                            01/00/95
Final Action                    07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2747.

Agency Contact: Allison Wiedeman, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, (4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7179

RIN: 2040-AB72
_______________________________________________________________________

3989. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE CENTRALIZED WASTE 
TREATMENT INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1311/CWA 301; 33 USC 1314/CWA 304; 33 USC 
1316/CWA 306; 33 USC 1317/CWA 307; 33 USC 1361/CWA 501

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 437

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, December 15, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
September 15, 1996.
These dates reflect an unopposed motion to extend Consent Decree 
deadlines (NRDC v. Reilly). Motion is pending.

Abstract: Centralized Waste Treatment (CWT) facilities receive 
hazardous and non-hazardous waste from off-site for treatment or 
recovery (excluding solvent recovery). EPA will propose effluent 
limitations based on Best Available Technology (BAT), Best Practicable 
Control Technology (BPT), New Source Performance Standards (NSPS), 
Pretreatment Standards for Existing Sources (PSES), and Pretreatment 
Standards for New Sources (PSNS). This rule was formerly titled ``Waste 
Treatment, Phase I.''

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2805.

Agency Contact: Debra DiCianna, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7141

RIN: 2040-AB78
_______________________________________________________________________

3990. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE METAL PRODUCTS AND 
MACHINERY CATEGORY, PHASE I

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1311/CWA 301; 33 USC 1314/CWA 304; 33 USC 
1316/CWA 306; 33 USC 1317/CWA 307; 33 USC 1361/CWA 501

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 438

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, November 1994. Final, Judicial, May 
1996.
Deadlines are for Phase I. Dates are contained in Consent Decree (NRDC 
v. Reilly).

Abstract: EPA will propose effluent limitation guidelines for 
facilities that generate wastewater while processing metal parts, metal 
products, and machinery, including manufacture, assembly, rebuilding, 
repair and maintenance. The Phase I regulation will cover seven major 
industrial groups: Aircraft, Aerospace, Hardware (including Machine 
Tools, Screw Machines, Metal Forging and Stamping, Metal Springs, 
Heating Equipment, Fabricated Structural Metal), Ordnance, Stationary 
Industrial Equipment (including Electrical Equipment), Mobile 
Industrial Equipment, and Electronic Equipment (including Communication 
Equipment). This category was formerly called ``Machinery Manufacturing 
and Rebuilding.''

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
Final Action                    05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2806.

Agency Contact: Bill Cleary, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-9817

RIN: 2040-AB79
_______________________________________________________________________

3991. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE INDUSTRIAL LAUNDRIES 
CATEGORY

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1311/CWA 301; 33 USC 1311/CWA 307; 33 USC 
1314/CWA 304; 33 USC 1361/CWA 501; 33 USC 1316/CWA 306

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 441

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, December 1996. Final, Judicial, 
December 1998.
Dates contained in consent decree (NRDC v. Reilly).

Abstract: EPA will propose effluent limitation guidelines for 
Industrial Laundries, which supply laundered and dry-cleaned work 
uniforms, wiping towels, safety equipment (such as gloves and flame-
resistant clothing), dust covers and cloths, and similar items to 
industrial and commercial users.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/96
Final Action                    12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3209.

Agency Contact: Susan Burris, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-5379

RIN: 2040-AB97
_______________________________________________________________________

3992. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT 
CLEANING CATEGORY

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1311/CWA 301; 33 USC 1317/CWA 307; 33 USC 
1314/CWA 304; 33 USC 1361/CWA 501; 33 USC 1316/CWA 306

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 442

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, December 1996. Final, Judicial, 
December 1998.
Dates contained in Consent Decree (NRDC v. Reilly).

Abstract: EPA will propose effluent limitation guidelines for 
transportation equipment cleaning facilities, which service tank 
trucks, railroad tank cars, and tank barges.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/96
Final Action                    12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3204.

Agency Contact: Gina Matthews, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-6036

RIN: 2040-AB98
_______________________________________________________________________

3993. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR LANDFILLS AND INCINERATORS

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1311/CWA 301; 33 USC 1314/CWA 304; 33 USC 
1316/CWA 306; 33 USC 1317/CWA 307; 33 USC 1361/CWA 501

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 437

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, March 31, 1997. Final, Judicial, March 
31, 1999.
These dates reflect an unopposed motion to extend consent decree 
deadlines (NRDC v. Reilly). Motion is pending.

Abstract: EPA will propose effluent guidelines and standards for: a) 
industrial incinerators and thermal destruction units; and b) all 
landfills with leachate collection systems. This rule was formerly 
titled ``Waste Treatment, Phase II.''

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/97
Final Action                    03/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3489.

Agency Contact: Samantha Hopkins, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, (4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7149

RIN: 2040-AC23
_______________________________________________________________________

3994. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE METAL PRODUCTS AND 
MACHINERY CATEGORY, PHASE II

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1311/CWA 301; 33 USC 1314/CWA 304; 33 USC 
1316/CWA 306; 33 USC 1317/CWA 307; 33 USC 1361/CWA 501

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 438

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, December 1997. Final, Judicial, 
December 1999.

Abstract: EPA will propose effluent limitation guidelines for 
facilities that generate wastewater while processing metal parts, metal 
products and machinery, including manufacture, assembly, rebuilding, 
repair and maintenance. The Phase II regulation will cover eight major 
industrial groups: motor vehicles, bus and truck, household equipment, 
business equipment, instruments, precious and nonprecious metals, 
shipbuilding, and railroads.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/98
Final Action                    01/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3496.

Agency Contact: Bill Cleary, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-9817

RIN: 2040-AC30
_______________________________________________________________________

3995. WATER QUALITY STANDARDS TO REPLACE PORTIONS OF FLORIDA'S EXISTING 
STATE WATER QUALITY STANDARDS, I.E., STATE ANTIDEGRADATION POLICY

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1251/CWA 303

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 131

Legal Deadline:  Final, Judicial, June 1996.

Abstract: EPA Region IV disapproved portions of Florida's water quality 
standards in October 1991. The Clean Water Act requires EPA to promptly 
promulgate replacement standards when a State fails to revise State 
standards to comply. This rulemaking will establish Federal standards 
to replace portions of the State's antidegradation policy and will 
serve to delete their portions of the policy.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95
Final Action                    06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3517.

Agency Contact: Mary Kay Lynch, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
Region IV, 345 Courtland St., Atlanta, GA 30365, 404 347-4450

RIN: 2040-AC37
_______________________________________________________________________

3996. FEDERAL WATER QUALITY STANDARDS FOR SURFACE WATERS OF THE UNITED 
STATES IN NEW MEXICO

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1251/CWA 303

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 131

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The 1987 amendments to the Clean Water Act (the Act) added 
section 303(c)(2)(B). This section essentially provides for the 
adoption of specific numerical criteria for all toxic pollutants which 
could reasonably be expected to interfere with designated uses. At the 
initiation of the rulemaking resulting in the National Toxics Rule, New 
Mexico was determined to be in compliance with section 303(c)(2)(B) of 
the Act. On October 8, 1991, New Mexico adopted revisions to its 
standards which affected compliance with acute toxicity criteria which 
allow biomonitoring to supersede numerical criteria. In the preamble of 
the National Toxics Rule, New Mexico was identified as no longer being 
in compliance, and the potential for separate rulemaking was noted. EPA 
Region 6 disapproved the New Mexico standards, as the State's standards 
were no longer in compliance with section 303(c)(2)(B) of the Act. EPA 
Region 6 will promulgate language necessary to bring New Mexico into 
compliance with section 303(c)(2)(B) of the Act.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3518.

Agency Contact: Russell Nelson, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
Region VI (6W-QT), 1445 Ross Ave., Dallas, TX 75202, 214 655-6646

RIN: 2040-AC38
_______________________________________________________________________

3997. CRITERIA AND STANDARDS REFLECTING BEST TECHNOLOGY AVAILABLE (BTA) 
FOR COOLING WATER INTAKE STRUCTURES UNDER SECTION 316(B) OF THE CLEAN 
WATER ACT

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1251-1387

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 125; 40 CFR 401

Legal Deadline: None
Hudson Riverkeeper and others have filed suit in the US District Court 
for the Southern District of New York to compel EPA to re- promulgate 
regulations under 316(b). Negotiations are ongoing.

Abstract: In response to the increasing number of requests from Region 
and States for guidance on implementing section 316(b) of the Clean 
Water Act (the Act), the Office of Water plans to conduct a 3-year data 
collection and analysis phase to quantify the adverse impacts from 
cooling water intake structures and the efficacy of current and 
prototype control mechanisms. Upon conclusion of the data collection 
and analysis, the workgroup will develop options for regulatory 
development (type of regulation, setting a performance standard or 
decision criteria) and then proceed along a standard regulatory 
development path to final regulation signature. This initiative is 
particularly significant since the current lack of national standards 
for intake structures allows situations where significant percentages 
of aquatic communities have been severely impacted either by 
entrainment or impingement at the cooling water intake. This regulation 
is needed to establish the technological control floor for minimizing 
adverse impacts (as stated in section 316(b) of the Act), to encourage 
the development of better methods to reduce adverse impacts, and to 
increase consistency in the application of section 316(b).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3444.

Agency Contact: Brad Mahanes, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4203), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-1056

RIN: 2040-AC34
_______________________________________________________________________

3998. NPDES WASTEWATER PERMIT APPLICATION FORMS AND REGULATORY REVISIONS 
FOR MUNICIPAL DISCHARGES AND SEWAGE SLUDGE USE OR DISPOSAL

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1342/CWA 402; 33 USC 1311/CWA 301; 33 USC 
1318/CWA 308; 33 USC 1345/CWA 405

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 122.21(j)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the current NPDES Permit Application 
regulations and forms, Standard Form A (municipal wastewater) and Short 
Form A (municipal wastewater), to reflect amendments to the Clean Water 
Act and changes in program requirements and emphasis. The new 
application form must replace the old versions and enable permit 
writers to obtain more pertinent information regarding expected 
discharges and the environmental impact of proposed operations. This 
action would also develop a sewage sludge permit application form (Form 
2S) and revise permit application regulations to foster the issuance of 
permits implementing the Agency's standards for sludge use or disposal. 
Finally, this action will revise the NPDES regulations to require all 
applicants to submit this information to the appropriate (State or 
Federal) permitting authority.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (Municipal Forms)          12/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2501.

Agency Contact: George Utting, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4203), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-9530

RIN: 2040-AB39
_______________________________________________________________________

3999. REVISION OF NPDES INDUSTRIAL PERMIT APPLICATION FORM 2C - 
WASTEWATER DISCHARGE INFORMATION

Legal Authority:  CWA 402

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 122.21(g)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: All existing manufacturing, commercial, mining, and 
silvicultural operations will be required to submit this application in 
order to obtain a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System 
(NPDES) permit. The existing industrial application form has not been 
revised since 1984 and must be updated to reflect statutory and 
regulatory changes in the NPDES program, advances in scientific methods 
and an increased emphasis on toxics control.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/96
Final Action                    01/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3234.

Agency Contact: Ruby Cooper, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4203), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-6051

RIN: 2040-AC26
_______________________________________________________________________

4000. CLEAN WATER ACT SECTION 404 PROGRAM DEFINITION--ISOLATED WATERS AND 
ARTIFICIAL WETLANDS

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1344/CWA 404

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 232

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the definition of ``waters of the 
U.S.'' by: a) adding four examples to those currently contained under 
th at definition, and b) clarifying the types of artificial waters that 
are generally not subject to Clean Water Act jurisdiction because they 
are created from uplands by human activity and would revert to uplands 
if such activity ceased. The intent of this action is to clarify 
aspects of the current definition which defines isolated waters as, 
``the use, degradation or destruction of which would or could affect 
interstate or foreign commerce,'' as waters of the U.S. Examples of the 
types of artificial waters that will be addressed include non-tidal 
drainage and irrigation ditches excavated on uplands.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2804.

Agency Contact: Gregory E. Peck, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, (4502F), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-1799

RIN: 2040-AB74
_______________________________________________________________________

4001. COMPARISON OF DREDGED MATERIAL TO REFERENCE SEDIMENT

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1344/CWA 404

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 230

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the testing provisions of the Clean 
Water Act section 404(b)(1) Guidelines by providing for comparisons 
between dredged material proposed for discharge and reference sediment 
that reflects discharge site conditions had dredged material not 
previously been discharged at the discharge site. This action would 
make a technical improvement in the testing provisions and make dredged 
material testing more consistent with that conducted for ocean disposal 
of dredged material under section 103 of the Marine Protection, 
Research, and Sanctuaries Act, which currently employs a reference 
sediment approach.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3224.

Agency Contact: John Goodin, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4502F), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-9910

RIN: 2040-AC14
_______________________________________________________________________

4002.  CONTINUOUS EMISSION MONITORING AND OTHER POLLUTANT 
LIMITATION AND MONITORING REGULATIONS FOR SEWAGE SLUDGE INCINERATORS

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1345/CWA 405

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 503

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will modify existing regulations governing sewage 
sludge incinerators which require case-by-case designation of controls 
by the permitting authority. Unlike the majority of sewage sludge use 
or disposal technical standards in Part 503 which are self 
implementing, regulations governing sewage sludge incinerators 
currently provide that the permitting authority must ``specify'' (1) 
certain modeling techniques for calculating pollutant concentrations; 
(2) instrument installation, calibration, operation and maintenance 
requirements, including those for continuously monitoring total 
hydrocarbon concentration, oxygen concentration, and moisture content 
of the monitoring requirements. Consequently, the requirement to meet a 
specific pollutant concentration; to install, calibrate, operate and 
maintain appropriate instruments for measuring total hydrocarbon 
concentration, oxygen concentration, and moisture content in the stack 
exit gas, or to undertake certain monitoring that already exists in the 
regulation but until the permitting authority specifies the underlying 
pre-conditions, compliance or non-compliance with the requirement 
cannot be determined. (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3442.
ABSTRACT CONT: - To make the rules self-implementing and to allow the 
regulated community flexibility in selecting among appropriate sewage 
sludge incinerator requirements, this rule will delete the ``as 
specified'' language, and replace it with either appropriate specific 
requirements or a requirement to use appropriate pre-conditions. EPA 
issued final guidance in July 1994 which provides recommendations as to 
how to install, calibrate, operate, and maintain the instruments for 
measuring total hydrocarbon emissions, oxygen emissions, and moisture 
content in the sewage sludge exit gas.

Agency Contact: Wendy Miller, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4203), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-3716

RIN: 2040-AC46
_______________________________________________________________________

4003. REVISIONS TO OCEAN DUMPING REGULATIONS FOR DREDGED MATERIAL

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1401 et seq/MPRSA

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 225; 40 CFR 227; 40 CFR 228

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise the regulations applicable to 
the ocean dumping of dredged material. Issuance of these regulations is 
necessary to respond to the decision in National Wildlife Federation 
vs. Costle, 629 F. 2d. 118 (DC Circuit 1980) and to incorporate program 
experience gained since 1977. The revisions will make necessary 
technical changes and will improve the clarity of the regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2737.

Agency Contact: Dave Redford, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4504F), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-9179

RIN: 2040-AB62
_______________________________________________________________________

4004. SHORE PROTECTION ACT, SECTION 4103(B) REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  33 USC 2601/Shore Protection Act of 1988 (PL 100-6-
88),4103(b)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 237

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of 
Transportation, is developing regulations which may include the 
following: (1) requiring waste sources, receiving facilities and 
vessels to assure that municipal or commercial waste will not be 
deposited into coastal waters during loading, offloading, and 
transport; (2) requiring the adoption by each responsible party of a 
manual identifying procedures to prevent, report, and clean up deposits 
of waste into coastal waters; and (3) if the Administrator determines 
that tracking systems are required to assure adequate enforcement of 
laws preventing the deposit of waste into coastal waters, requiring 
installation of the appropriate systems within eighteen months after 
the Administrator makes that determination. Benefits resulting from 
regulation will be reduction of municipal and commercial waste 
deposited into coastal waters.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Local

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2820.

Agency Contact: Joel Salter, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4504F), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-8484

RIN: 2040-AB85
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                  Final Rule Stage
Clean Water Act (CWA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4005. GUIDANCE ON THE ELIGIBILITY OF MULTIPLE PURPOSE ACTIVITIES UNDER 
THE STATE REVOLVING FUND PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  33 USC 466 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 35.3115

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Title VI of the Clean Water Act (CWA) outlines broad 
eligibilities under the State Revolving Fund Program (SRF), 
particularly with respect to the funding of activities included in 
approved State Nonpoint Source Management Programs prepared pursuant to 
section 319 of the CWA. Some States have recognized a potential 
opportunity to fund various public projects which may have only 
indirect water quality benefits. The Agency is reviewing potential 
options for clarifying the range and type of facilities which may be 
appropriately funded under the SRF program consistent with the 
objectives of the CWA. EPA will examine these policy options and 
develop guidance for the States.

Timetable:

Guidance  Final Action 04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3441.

Agency Contact: Sheila Hoover, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4204), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7376

RIN: 2040-AC31
_______________________________________________________________________

4006. WATER QUALITY GUIDANCE FOR THE GREAT LAKES SYSTEM

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 162 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2040-AC08
_______________________________________________________________________

4007. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR THE PULP, PAPER, AND 
PAPERBOARD CATEGORY

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1311/CWA 301; 33 USC 1314/CWA 304; 33 USC 
1316/CWA 306; 33 USC 1317/CWA 307; 33 USC 1361/CWA 501

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 430; 40 CFR 431

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, October 31, 1993.

Abstract: EPA has proposed revisions to the existing Best Practicable 
Technology (BPT), Best Conventional Pollutant Control Technology (BCT), 
Best Available Technology (BAT), New Source Performance Standards 
(NSPS), Pretreatment Standards for Existing Sources (PSES), and 
Pretreatment Standards for New Sources (PSNS). The Agency is developing 
these revised effluent limitations in conjunction with development of 
maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards, which limit air 
emissions under the Clean Air Act. (See separate Agenda entry, 
``NESHAP: Pulp and Paper, in the Clean Air Act section, RIN 2060-AD03.)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/17/93                    58 FR 66078
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2712.

Agency Contact: Debra Nicoll, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-5386

RIN: 2040-AB53
_______________________________________________________________________

4008. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS FOR PESTICIDE FORMULATING, 
PACKAGING AND REPACKAGING

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1311/CWA 301; 33 USC 1314/CWA 304;; 33 USC 
1316/CWA 306; 33 USC 1317/CWA 307;; 33 USC 1361/CWA 501

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 455

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, March 1994. Final, Judicial, August 
1995.

Abstract: EPA will propose effluent guidelines and standards for 
facilities that formulate, package, or repackage registered pesticide 
products, excluding the active ingredient sodium hypochlorite (bleach).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/14/94                    59 FR 17850
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3391.

Agency Contact: Janet Goodwin, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7152

RIN: 2040-AC21
_______________________________________________________________________

4009.  301(K) INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY TIME EXTENSIONS

Legal Authority:  CWA section 301(k)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 124; 40 CFR 125

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is vacating regulations promulgated under section 301(k) 
of the 1977 amendments to the Clean Water Act. Section 301(k) allowed 
EPA to grant compliance extensions to any industrial facility subject 
to a permit under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System 
(NPDES) program if the facility installed innovative technology. The 
last date to which compliance could be extended under section 301(k) 
was March 31, 1991. The regulations were challenged in court and were 
remanded to EPA for review. In light of the expiration of the extension 
period, the court dismissed the case an ordered EPA to vacate the 
regulation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3567.

Agency Contact: Pam Mazakas, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4203), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-6599

RIN: 2040-AC42
_______________________________________________________________________

4010. SAN FRANCISCO BAY/DELTA WATER QUALITY STANDARDS

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 163 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2040-AC35
_______________________________________________________________________

4011. EFFLUENT GUIDELINES PLAN

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1314

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline:  Final, Judicial, August 1994.

Abstract: The Effluent Guidelines Plan is published biennially. It 
lists ongoing and planned effluent guidelines and standards, and 
preliminary industry studies. Public comment is invited on industries 
that should be studied and/or regulated by effluent guidelines.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/18/94                    59 FR 25859
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2304.

Agency Contact: Eric Strassler, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4303), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7150

RIN: 2040-AC20
_______________________________________________________________________

4012.  TECHNICAL AMENDMENT TO NATIONAL ESTUARY PROGRAM FINANCIAL 
ASSISTANCE REGULATION

Legal Authority:  CWA section 320

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 35, subpart P

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends internal EPA procedures for providing 
financial assistance under the National Estuary Program by delegating 
several procedures from EPA Headquarters to the Regions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3564.

Agency Contact: Ruth Chemerys, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4504F), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-9038

RIN: 2040-AC40
_______________________________________________________________________

4013. DEFINITION OF WETLANDS; REVISIONS TO THE FEDERAL MANUAL FOR 
IDENTIFYING AND DELINEATING JURISDICTIONAL WETLANDS

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1344/CWA 404

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 110; 40 CFR 116; 40 CFR 117; 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 
230; 40 CFR 232; 40 CFR 435

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA, Army Corps of Engineers, and Soil Conservation Service 
proposed to incorporate portions of the Federal Manual for Identifying 
and Delineating Jurisdictional Wetlands into the regulations governing 
the agencies' wetland protection programs. These portions reflect 
revisions to the manual proposed on August 4, 1991 (56 FR 40446). Since 
publication of the proposed revisions, EPA and the Corps have adopted 
the Corps of Engineers 1987 Wetlands Delineation Manual and the 
National Academy of Sciences (NAS) has been funded to study wetlands 
delineation. The 1987 Wetlands Delineation Manual will be used pending 
the Federal agencies evaluation of the NAS study, and if it is 
determined that the 1987 Manual should be revised to respond to 
recommendations of the NAS, any proposed changes will be the subject of 
a process that will provide full opportunity for public comment.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/19/91                    56 FR 65964
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3371.

Agency Contact: Gregory E. Peck, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, (4502F), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-1799

RIN: 2040-AC03
_______________________________________________________________________

4014. 1996 NEEDS SURVEY

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1375/CWA 516(b)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 35

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, February 10, 1997.

Abstract: EPA is required to conduct the Needs Survey every two years 
and present the results in a Report to Congress. The results of some 
surveys have been used by Congress in the development of the allotment 
formula for distribution of funds for the construction grants/State 
Revolving Funds (SRF). The amount of the needs also affects policy 
debates about the appropriations for SRF and funding for specific 
problems such as combined sewer overflows.

Timetable:

Report to Congress  Final Action 02/00/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3443.

Agency Contact: Leonard B. Fitch, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, (4204), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-5858

RIN: 2040-AC33
_______________________________________________________________________

4015. REORGANIZATION AND CORRECTIONS TO LIST OF OCEAN DUMPING SITES

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1401 et seq/MPRSA

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 228.12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is necessary to correct technical errors in the 
list of ocean dumping sites and to better organize the format in which 
ocean dumping sites are listed in the Code of Regulations. The revision 
would correct misprints and other technical errors, and organize the 
list of sites by EPA region and type of material.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/09/93                    58 FR 32322
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2736.

Agency Contact: Susan Hitch, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4505F), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-9178

RIN: 2040-AB63
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                 Completed Actions
Clean Water Act (CWA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4016. REVISIONS TO REGULATIONS FOR MODIFICATION OF SECONDARY TREATMENT 
REQUIREMENTS FOR MUNICIPAL DISCHARGES INTO MARINE WATERS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 125, subpart G

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/09/94                    59 FR 40642

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Deborah Lebow, 202 260-6419

RIN: 2040-AB29
_______________________________________________________________________

4017. COMBINED SEWER OVERFLOW (CSO) CONTROL POLICY

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 122

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/19/94                    59 FR 18688

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Ross Brennan, 202 260-9458

RIN: 2040-AC17
_______________________________________________________________________

4018. EXCEPTION FROM WETLANDS MITIGATION SEQUENCE FOR ALASKA

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 230

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Notice to Withdraw Proposal     05/19/94                    59 FR 26162

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gregory E. Peck, 202 260-1799

RIN: 2040-AC05
_______________________________________________________________________

4019. CLEAN WATER ACT SECTION 404 PROGRAM DEFINITION--ARTIFICIAL WETLANDS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 232

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Combined With RIN 2040-AB74     08/25/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gregory E. Peck, 202 260-1799

RIN: 2040-AC28

_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)               Proposed Rule Stage
 
Atomic Energy Act (AEA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4020.  PROTECTIVE ACTION GUIDANCE FOR DRINKING WATER

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2021(h)/AEA(h)/Reorganization Plan No. 3 of 
1970; PL 96-295, sec 304; EO 12241

CFR Citation:  41 CFR 351

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will result in Federal protective action guidance 
(PAG) for State and local officials to use in the event of a nuclear 
accident to protect the general public from the adverse health affects 
associated with the ingestion of drinking water that is contaminated 
with radioactive material. As soon as the draft guidance is developed 
it will be submitted to the PAG Subcommittee of the Federal 
Radiological Preparedness Coordinating Committee (FRPCC) for review and 
comment. Members of the PAG subcommittee include representatives from 
DOE, DOD, FEMA, NRC, HHS, USDA, DOT, and the Conference of Radiation 
Control Program Directors (CRCPD). When a consensus among the 
representatives is reached, the guidance is recommended to the full 
FRPCC for endorsement. After that endorsement is obtained a notice of 
the availability of a revised EPA 400-R-92-001, ``Manual of Protective 
Action Guides and Protective Actions for Nuclear Incidents'' will be 
published in the Federal Register.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Availability          07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3602.

Agency Contact: Craig Conklin, Office of Radiation and Indoor Air, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6602J, 401 M Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9222

RIN: 2060-AF39
_______________________________________________________________________

4021. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION STANDARDS FOR LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201/AEA 274; 15 USC 2625/TSCA 6(a)(6)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 193

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under 40 CFR 193, the Agency intends to set generally 
applicable standards for the management and disposal of low-level 
radioactive wastes under the purview of the Atomic Energy Act, as 
amended.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/31/83                    48 FR 39563
NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 1727.

Agency Contact: James M. Gruhlke, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (6602J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9310

RIN: 2060-AA04
_______________________________________________________________________

4022. RADIATION SITE CLEANUP

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 143 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2060-AB31
_______________________________________________________________________

4023. FEDERAL RADIATION PROTECTION GUIDANCE FOR EXPOSURE OF THE GENERAL 
PUBLIC

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2021(h)/AEA 274(h)/Reorganization Plan No. 2 
of 1970

CFR Citation:  3 CFR Presidential documents

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will update and replace existing Presidential 
guidance for all Federal agencies in the formulation of radiation 
standards for protection of the public from ionizing radiation that was 
issued in 1960.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/18/86                    51 FR 22264
NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3321 (was 2073).

Agency Contact: Allan Richardson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (6602J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9213

RIN: 2060-AE61
_______________________________________________________________________

4024.  ENVIRONMENTAL RADIATION PROTECTION STANDARDS FOR YUCCA 
MOUNTAIN, NEVADA

Legal Authority:  PL 102-486, sec 801(a)(1); 42 USC 2011-2296

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline:

Abstract: This rulemaking is in response to section 801 of the Energy 
Policy Act of 1992 which directs the Administrator to ``promulgate 
public health and safety standards for protection of the public from 
releases from radioactive materials stored or disposed of in the 
repository at the Yucca Mountain site.''

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3568.

Agency Contact: Ray Clark, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 6602J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9310

RIN: 2060-AF38
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                  Final Rule Stage
Atomic Energy Act (AEA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4025. CRITERIA FOR THE CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH 40 CFR PART 191 
ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL OF SPENT NUCLEAR 
FUEL, HIGH-LEVEL, AND TRANSURANIC RADIOACTIVE WASTE

Legal Authority:  PL 102-579 Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Land 
Withdrawal Act

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 194

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, October 30, 1993. Final, Statutory, 
October 30, 1994.

Abstract: This action will develop compliance criteria for the Waste 
Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP). These criteria will be used by the 
Environmental Protection Agency in certifying whether or not the WIPP 
complies with 40 CFR part 194. These criteria will specify requirements 
for implementing 40 CFR part 194 and will clarify compliance - related 
ambiguities which may currently exist.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/29/93                     58 FR 8029
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3232.

Agency Contact: Caroline Petti, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Office of Radiation and Indoor Air, Mail Code 6602J, 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9211

RIN: 2060-AE30
_______________________________________________________________________

4026. GROUNDWATER PROTECTION STANDARDS FOR INACTIVE URANIUM TAILING SITES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2022(a)/AEA 275(a)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 192

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals has remanded the 
groundwater standards at 40 CFR 192.20(a)(2) and (3). The new standards 
will replace these remanded standards.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/24/87                    52 FR 36000
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 1166.

Agency Contact: Allan Richardson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (6602J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9213

RIN: 2060-AC03

_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)               Proposed Rule Stage
 
Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4027. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS FOR LEAD AND COPPER 
(REVISION)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 300/SDWA 1401

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA will propose revisions to the National Primary Drinking 
Water Regulations for Lead and Copper published June 7, 1991, to make 
minor changes needed to improve implementation of the rule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3440.

Agency Contact: Judy Lebowich, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4604), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7595

RIN: 2040-AC27
_______________________________________________________________________

4028. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS: GROUNDWATER 
DISINFECTION

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 144 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2040-AA97
_______________________________________________________________________

4029. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS: ARSENIC

Legal Authority:  42 USC 300/SDWA 1412

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, November 30, 1995. Final, Statutory, 
June 19, 1989. Final, Judicial, November 30, 1997.

Abstract: This rule will set an MCLG and revised NPDWR for arsenic in 
drinking water, pursuant to the SDWA amendments of 1986. The SDWA 
requires EPA to promulgate national primary drinking water regulations 
for 83 specific contaminants of which arsenic is one. The SDWA directs 
EPA to promulgate MCLGs at a level at which, in the Administrator's 
judgment, ``no known or anticipated adverse effects on the health of 
persons occur and which allows for an adequate margin of safety.'' MCLs 
are the federally enforceable standards and are set as close to the 
MCLGs as is feasible, taking costs into consideration. Arsenic poses a 
cancer risk. Arsenic is naturally occurring, predominantly in ground 
water. It is also used as a wood preservative and in the 
pharmaceutical, computer, ore smelting, and mining industries. 
Depending on the MCL selected, the arsenic regulation may affect as 
many as 13,000 systems or as few as 150 systems. In any case, small 
groundwater systems will be affected most. Treatment technology is 
expensive, household costs are expected to be high for those small 
systems which need treatment. Known treatment technologies include lime 
softening, coagulation filtration, ion exchange, reverse (cont) pre-
treatment and post treatment. EPA is also considering a unique two-
state treatment strategy.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2807.
ABSTRACT CONT: osmosis, pre-treatment and post treatment. EPA is also 
considering a unique two-state treatment strategy.

Agency Contact: Heather Shank-Givens, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, (4603), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-0063

RIN: 2040-AB75
_______________________________________________________________________

4030. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS: SULFATE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 300/SDWA 1412

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, November 30, 1994. Final, Statutory, 
June 18, 1989. Final, Judicial, May 31, 1996.

Abstract: The rule sets an MCLG and NPDWR for sulfate as specified in 
the Safe Drinking Water Act. The contaminant was deferred from the 
Phase V regulation in order to allow the Agency time to focus on 
implementation issues arising from the proposal concerning the risk of 
sulfate in drinking water to specific subpopulations. Sulfate can cause 
diarrhea in infants and in adults not acclimated to high sulfate-
containing water, such as travellers. Persons who are acclimated to 
high sulfate-containing water suffer no adverse effects from its 
consumption. Sulfate occurs naturally in soil and is also found in 
surface after as result of acid rain. Sulfate is also used as a reagent 
in steel and copper industries and in the manufacture of copper 
sulfate, a fungicide/algicide. An estimated 2,000 systems - serving a 
population of 200,000 residents, 1 million travellers, and 30,000 
infants - are likely to be affected by this regulation. Most of the 
affected systems serve populations of less than 3,000 and are transient 
systems not in service year-round. Known treatment technologies include 
reverse osmosis, ion exchange, and electro dialysis. (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
Final Action                    05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3176.
ABSTRACT CONT: EPA is considering an option for compliance which would 
be an alternative to central treatment. The alternative would include 
public education, public notification, and provision of alternative 
water to affected populations.

Agency Contact: Jude Andreasen, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4603), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-5555

RIN: 2040-AC07
_______________________________________________________________________

4031. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER STANDARDS (NPDWRS) FOR ALDICARB

Legal Authority:  42 USC 300/SDWA 1412

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142

Legal Deadline: None
The effective date for aldicarb (Jan 1, 1993) has been stayed as of May 
8, 1992.

Abstract: EPA is planning to repropose the NPDWRs for aldicarb, 
aldicarb sulfoxide and aldicarb sulfone. EPA decided to repropose these 
standards after new health data were submitted to the Agency and the 
Agency completed a revised risk assessment. Aldicarb is a neurotoxin. 
Aldicarb is a pesticide applied on cotton, citrus, and peanuts. 
Aldicarb has a high leaching potential and can cause ground water 
contamination. Granulated activated charcoal is the only known 
treatment technology available. Current projections are that less than 
400 drinking water systems, serving nearly 300,000 people, would be 
affected by the regulation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3238.

Agency Contact: Heather Shank-Givens, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, (4603), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-0063

RIN: 2040-AC13
_______________________________________________________________________

4032. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS: 25 CONTAMINANTS FROM 
DRINKING WATER PRIORITY LIST (PHASE VI-B)--ORGANIC AND INORGANIC 
CONTAMINANTS

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 145 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2040-AC22
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4033.  REFORMATTING OF DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 300/SDWA 1412

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule reformats the current drinking water regulations to 
make them easier to understand and follow. This rule is not intended to 
change any of the regulatory requirements.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3563.

Agency Contact: Jan Auerbach, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4603), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7575

RIN: 2040-AC41
_______________________________________________________________________

4034. REVISIONS TO SDWA; UNDERGROUND INJECTION CONTROL PROGRAM 
REGULATIONS FOR CLASS II (OIL AND GAS RELATED) WELLS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 300f/SDWA 1421 to 1425

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 144; 40 CFR 146

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Part C of the SDWA directs EPA to develop regulations for the 
protection of underground sources of drinking water from contamination 
by injection wells. The greatest number of injection wells are Class II 
(oil and gas related) wells operated by the petroleum industry for 
disposal of produced brines and enhanced recovery projects. EPA is 
considering proposing standards for all newly constructed or converted 
(from production operations) Class II injection wells. These standards 
may establish new or incremental performance criteria to ensure 
protection of underground sources of drinking water (USDWs).

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal, Federal

Sectors Affected:  131 Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas; 132 Natural Gas 
Liquids; 138 Oil and Gas Field Services

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2784.

Agency Contact: Jeffrey Smith, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4602), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-5586

RIN: 2040-AB77
_______________________________________________________________________

4035. MANAGEMENT OF CLASS V INJECTION WELLS UNDER PART C OF THE SAFE 
DRINKING WATER ACT

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 146 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2040-AB83
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                  Final Rule Stage
Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
  
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4036. ANALYTICAL METHODS FOR REGULATED DRINKING WATER CONTAMINANTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 300g-1/SDWA 1412; 42 USC 300f/SDWA 1401; 42 
USC 300j-9(a)/SDWA 1450(a)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 141

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approves 
analytical methods for analyzing regulated drinking water contaminants. 
Periodically, the Agency withdraws approval of outdated methods, 
updates older methods, and/or approves new methods. In this regulatory 
effort, EPA will accomplish all three actions for a number of 
contaminants regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act. These 
revisions have been evaluated and recommended for use by EPA's Office 
of Research and Development and by various standards setting 
organizations. Laboratory acceptance limits, detection limits and other 
method performance requirements that were specified under previous 
rules will not be changed in this rulemaking. This rule should decrease 
the cost of monitoring by broadening the number of regulated chemicals 
that can be measured by a method.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/15/93                    58 FR 65622
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3268.

Agency Contact: Jitendra Saxena, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Water, (4603), Washington DC 20460, 202 260-9579

RIN: 2040-AC12
_______________________________________________________________________

4037. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATION: RADIONUCLIDES

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 164 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2040-AA94
_______________________________________________________________________

4038. NATIONAL PRIMARY DRINKING WATER REGULATIONS: 25 CONTAMINANTS FROM 
DRINKING WATER PRIORITY LIST (PHASE VIA) - DISINFECTION BYPRODUCTS RULE 
AND ENHANCED SURFACE WATER TREATMENT RULE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 300/SDWA 1412

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, January 1, 1990. NPRM, Judicial, June 
7, 1994. Final, Statutory, January 1, 1991. Final, Judicial, December 
15, 1996.

Abstract: EPA is scheduled to promulgate MCLGs and NPDWRs for 25 
contaminants from the 1991 Drinking Water Priority List, as required by 
the SDWA. The SDWA requires regulation of at least 25 contaminants from 
the Drinking Water Priority List, which are known or anticipated to 
occur in public water systems, every three years starting in 1991. The 
SDWA directs EPA to promulgate MCLGs at a level at which, in the 
Administrator's judgment, ``no known or anticipated adverse effects 
occur and which allows for an adequate margin of safety.'' MCLs are 
federally enforceable standards and are set as close to the MCLGs as is 
feasible, taking costs into consideration. The 25 contaminants will be 
addressed in two rulemakings: Disinfection Byproducts (Phase VIA) and 
Organic and Inorganic Contaminants (Phase VIB). The Disinfection 
Byproducts Rule is intended to reduce cancer risk. A companion Enhanced 
Surface Water Treatment Rule is intended to prevent microbial 
contamination and reduce cancer risk. EPA is scheduled to promulgate 
MCLGs and NPDWRs for 25 contaminants from the 1991 Drinking Water 
Priority List, as required by the SDWA of 1986. The SDWA requires 
regulation of at least (cont) from the Drinking Water Priority List, 
which are known or anticipated to occur in public water systems, every 
three years starting in 1991. The SDWA directs EPA to promulgate MCLGs 
at a level at which, in the Administrator's judgment, ``no known or 
anticipated adverse effects occur and which allows for an adequate 
margin of safety.'' MCLs are federally enforceable standards and are 
set as close to the MCLGs as is feasible, taking costs into 
consideration. The 25 contaminants come from two groups of 
contaminants: disinfection byproducts (Phase VIA) and organic and 
inorganic chemicals (Phase VIB). The disinfection byproducts portion of 
this rule is just completing regulatory negotiation. It is now composed 
of two rules: the disinfection byproducts rule (DBP) and the enhanced 
surface water treatment rule (ESWTR). The DBP rule is (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/29/94                    59 FR 38668
Final Action                    12/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2772/2304.
ABSTRACT CONT: 25 contaminants from the Drinking Water Priority List, 
which are known or anticipated to occur in public water systems, every 
three years starting in 1991. The SDWA directs EPA to promulgate MCLGs 
at a level at which, in the Administrator's judgment, ``no known or 
anticipated adverse effects occur and which allows for an adequate 
margin of safety.'' MCLs are federally enforceable standards and are 
set as close to the MCLGs as is feasible, taking costs into 
consideration. The 25 contaminants come from two groups of 
contaminants: disinfection byproducts (Phase VIA) and organic and 
inorganic chemicals (Phase VIB). The disinfection byproducts portion of 
this rule is just completing regulatory negotiation. It is now composed 
of two rules: the disinfection byproducts rule (DBP) and the enhanced 
surface water treatment rule (ESWTR). The DBP rule is intended to 
prevent microbial contamination and reduce cancer risk. (See separate 
entries for Phase VIB and the Information Collection Rule.)

Agency Contact: Stig Regli, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4603), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7379

RIN: 2040-AB82
_______________________________________________________________________

4039. DRINKING WATER MICROBIAL AND DISINFECTION BY-PRODUCT MONITORING 
RULE (FORMERLY CALLED THE ``INFORMATION COLLECTION DISINFECTION 
BYPRODUCTS RULE'')

Legal Authority:  42 USC 300/SDWA 1412

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 141

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA has negotiated two rules regulating disinfectants, 
disinfection byproducts, and microbial contaminants. As part of the 
negotiation, EPA also committed to promulgating Microbial and 
Disinfection By-Product Monitoring Rule to provide more occurrence and 
technology treatment data. The data will enable EPA to promulgate the 
Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rul e and will enable the negotiators 
to meet again to consider long term standards. This action fulfills 
that commitment. to meet again to consider alternative standards. This 
action fulfills that commitment.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/10/94                     59 FR 6332
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3445.

Agency Contact: Stig Regli, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4603), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7379

RIN: 2040-AC24
_______________________________________________________________________

4040. DRINKING WATER PRIMACY WITHDRAWAL REGULATION (REVISION)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 300/SDWA 1413

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 142

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA will promulgate revisions to the regulatory language 
which concerns EPA's initiation of proceedings that could result in 
withdrawal of State primary enforcement responsibility for the Public 
Water System Supervision Program. EPA is promulgating this revision in 
part, in response to the court's remand in National Wildlife Federal v. 
EPA, 980 F. 2D 765 (DC Circuit 1992) . National Wildlife Federation v. 
EPA, 980 F.2D 765 (DC Circuit 1992).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/08/94                    59 FR 40458
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3359.

Agency Contact: Judy Lebowich, Environmental Protection Agency, Water, 
(4604), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-7595

RIN: 2040-AC19
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                 Completed Actions
Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4041. INDIAN RULE FOR THE WELLHEAD PROTECTION PROGRAM AND SOLE SOURCE 
AQUIFER DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 35

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action is 
expected in the next 12 months. 09/01/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jane Marshall-Farris, 202 260-8897

RIN: 2040-AB18

_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                  Final Rule Stage
 
Noise Control Act (NCA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4042. WITHDRAWAL OF PRODUCTS FROM THE AGENCY'S REPORTS IDENTIFYING MAJOR 
NOISE SOURCES AND WITHDRAWAL OF PROPOSED RULES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 4904(b)(1)/NCA 5(b)(1); 42 USC 4905(a)(1)/NCA 
6(a)(1)

CFR Citation:  Not applicable

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to withdraw certain products from the 
Agency's report identifying major noise sources issued under authority 
of Section 5(b)(1) of the Noise Control Act of 1972. These products 
are: Truck Transport Refrigeration Units, Power Lawn Mowers, Pavement 
Breakers, Rock Drills, Wheel and Crawler Tractors and Buses. This 
action also proposes to withdraw proposed noise regulations for Wheel 
and Crawler Tractors, and Buses, issued under the authority of Section 
6(a)(1) of the Act.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/82                    47 FR 54108
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2046.
No CFR parts pertain. This action withdraws proposals which were not 
codified.

Agency Contact: Ken Feith, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (ANR-443), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-4996

RIN: 2060-AB24

_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                     Prerule Stage
 
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4043. MODIFICATIONS TO THE DEFINITION OF SOLID WASTE AND REGULATIONS OF 
HAZARDOUS WASTE RECYCLING: GENERAL

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905/RCRA 1004; 42 USC 6921 to 6928/RCRA 3001 
to 3008

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 266

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will propose to modify the current regulatory 
framework to improve the implementation of the regulations that define 
a solid waste and the regulations governing the recycling of hazardous 
wastes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           00/00/00
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 2872.
NOTE: EPA has not yet identified what the next action will be. An ANPRM 
may be issued, or regulatory changes may be proposed, or both.

Agency Contact: Mitch Kidwell, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
8551

RIN: 2050-AD18
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)               Proposed Rule Stage
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4044. FACILITY RESPONSE PLANNING FOR DELEGATED OFFSHORE FACILITIES

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1321/Clean Water Act; EO 12777

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 112

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, August 18, 1992.

Abstract: The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA) expands the scope of 
private planning and response activities associated with discharges of 
oil. The revision to sections 20 and 21 of the facility response plan 
rule implementing these requirements would extend applicability of the 
rule to non-transportation related offshore facilities landward of the 
the low water mark. Regulation of these facilities was delegated to EPA 
by a Memorandum of Understanding of 2/3/94 from the Department of 
Interior/Minerals Management Service.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Sectors Affected:  131 Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3425.

Agency Contact: Bobbie Lively-Diebold, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5202G), 703 356-8774

RIN: 2050-AE18
_______________________________________________________________________

4045. REGULATIONS TO CONTROL IMPORTS AND EXPORTS OF HAZARDOUS AND OTHER 
WASTES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 263; 40 CFR 
264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 266

Legal Deadline: None
Depending on the implementing legislation, there may be a NPRM deadline 
of one year from the date of the enactment.

Abstract: Once the U.S. passes legislation needed to ratify and become 
a Party to the Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary 
Movements of Hazardous Wastes and Their Disposal, EPA will propose 
regulations which will implement the terms of the convention, as 
implementing legislation requires. The final regulations would replace 
the current import/export regulations at 40 CFR 262, Subparts E and F. 
In addition, EPA may propose additional regulations as necessary to 
improve and implement the waste import/export program under RCRA (e.g. 
codification of bilateral agreements, changes to regulations 
implementing the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development 
(OECD) Council Decision C(92)39/FINAL).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3426.

Agency Contact: Julie Lyddon, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington DC 20460, 202 260-7944

RIN: 2050-AE13
_______________________________________________________________________

4046. HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM; AMENDMENT TO GENERIC EXCLUSION 
FOR KO61, KO62, AND FOO6 HTMR RESIDUALS (ENCAPSULATED USES)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905, 6912(a), 6921, 6922, 6924, 6934, and 
6938

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 266

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, December 13, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
December 13, 1995.

Abstract: The Agency anticipates amending the generic exclusion for 
KO61, KO62, and FOO6 residual slags by either (1) allowing encapsulated 
uses of the slags under the existing exclusion, or (2) setting new 
levels under this exclusion for encapsulated uses of the slags.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3428.

Agency Contact: Narendra K. Chaudhari, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington DC 20460, 202 
260-4787

RIN: 2050-AE15
_______________________________________________________________________

4047.  ALTERNATIVES FOR GROUND-WATER MONITORING AT SMALL, DRY/
REMOTE MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILLS

Legal Authority:  RCRA 4004, RCRA 1008, RCRA 2002, RCRA 4010

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 258

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Alternative strategies for conventional ground-water 
monitoring are under consideration by the Agency for use at certain 
small, dry/remote municipal solid waste landfills, as necessary to 
detect contamination on a site-specific basis. Examples of alternative 
strategies may include early detection vadose zone monitoring, analysis 
for indicator parameters and major ions in place of trace elements and 
volatile organic compounds, or exempting small landfills from ground-
water monitoring requirements based on a demonstration that there is no 
potential for leachate migration to the uppermost aquifer. Examples of 
site-specific factors important to the alternative selection process 
include costs, hydrogeology, stratigraphy, climate, and availability of 
equipment and technical expertise. There are certain geographic areas 
where there may be no clear-cut effective alternatives to conventional 
ground-water monitoring, such as areas of Alaska with permafrost or in 
communities with extremely low per capita income. (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Additional Information: 
SAN No. 3546.
ABSTRACT CONT: The consideration of alternatives flows from a recent 
decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia 
Circuit that vacated the small landfill ground-water monitoring 
exemption under 40 CFR Part 258.50(b) and by the projection that annual 
waste disposal costs for communities being served by these small 
landfills could, in some cases, increase by several hundred percent 
with the implementation of full ground-water monitoring requirements. 
This rule would provide states and tribes with EPA-approved permit 
programs the flexibility they need to be able to utilize alternatives 
for ground-water monitoring. Local governments would still bear the 
costs of alternative ground-water monitoring. Our preliminary costing 
results indicate that alternatives range from about 20 percent to 70 
percent of the cost of full ground-water monitoring requirements. 
Science and engineering support would be needed by some communities to 
implement most alternatives.

Agency Contact: Scott Ellinger, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, SE., Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-1350

RIN: 2050-AE24
_______________________________________________________________________

4048.  NEW AND REVISED TESTING METHODS APPROVED FOR RCRA SUBTITLE 
C HAZARDOUS WASTE TESTING MANUAL, SW-846, THIRD EDITION, UPDATE IV

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6912/RCRA 2002; 42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001; 42 USC 
6924/RCRA 3004; 42 USC 6925/RCRA 3005; 42 USC 6926/RCRA 3006

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 
265; 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 270

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action will revise certain testing methods 
and add other new testing methods that are approved or required under 
Subtitle C of RCRA. These new and revised methods are found in Update 
IV to the Third Edition of ``Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste, 
Physical/Chemical Methods'', EPA publication SW-846. The revision to 
the manual is necessary to provide improved and more complete 
analytical methods for RCRA-relating testing.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/96
Final Action                    07/00/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3547.

Agency Contact: Charles Sellers, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, SE., Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-3282

RIN: 2050-AE25
_______________________________________________________________________

4049.  FINANCIAL ASSURANCE EFFECTIVE DATE FOR OWNERS AND 
OPERATORS OF MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILL FACILITIES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6907, 6944, 6949a

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 258

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Owners and operators of subtitle D landfills would be 
required to meet financial assurance requirements beginning on April 9, 
1995.It is intended to make financial tests available for local 
governments and corporations that need to provide financial assurance 
for their subtitle D facilities. Neither financial tests will be 
available before the April 9, 1995 effective date. The Agency is 
proposing to extend the effective date to April 9, 1996 to allow 
adequate time to finalize the financial tests. As a result of this 
rulemaking, public and private owners and operators of SubtitleD 
facilities will not have to meet the financial assurance requirements 
of 40 CFR Part 258 until April 9, 1996.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    01/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3585.

Agency Contact: Timothy J. O'Malley, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 
308-8613

RIN: 2050-AE27
_______________________________________________________________________

4050. IDENTIFICATION AND LISTING OF HAZARDOUS WASTES: HAZARDOUS WASTE 
IDENTIFICATION RULE (HWIR); WASTE

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 147 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2050-AE07
_______________________________________________________________________

4051. CAUSES FOR PERMIT MODIFICATIONS TO HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT 
FACILITIES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905/RCRA 1006; 42 USC 6912/RCRA 2002; 42 USC 
6924/RCRA 3004; 42 USC 6925/RCRA 3005; 42 USC 6927/RCRA 3007; 42 USC 
6974

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 270.41

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment would allow EPA to modify a permit to correct 
an inadvertent omission of an applicable requirement under RCRA which 
is in effect prior to the data of permit issuance. The permit 
correction would follow the modification procedures in 40 CFR 124. 
Citizens would be able to request such a correction using existing 
procedures in 40 CFR 124.5.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2780.

Agency Contact: Victoria Van Roden, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 
308-8623

RIN: 2050-AD05
_______________________________________________________________________

4052. HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: POST-CLOSURE REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6926/RCRA 3006; 42 USC 6912(a)/RCRA 2002(a); 
42 USC 6924/RCRA 3004; 42 USC 6925/RCRA 3005

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 270; 40 CFR 124

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would modify the regulations to expand and improve 
the mechanisms available for addressing post-closure care at hazardous 
waste land disposal facilities. It would allow substitution of 
enforcement mechanisms for post-closure permits in some cases, while 
still retaining the permit as an option to address these facilities. 
The rule would also require States to adopt enforcement authority to 
compel corrective action at interim status facilities, consistent with 
Federal section 3008(h) authority.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3042.

Agency Contact: Barbara Foster, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
7057

RIN: 2050-AD55
_______________________________________________________________________

4053. SPENT SOLVENTS LISTING DETERMINATION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905/RCRA 1005; 42 USC 6912/RCRA 2002; 42 USC 
6921/RCRA 3001; 42 USC 6922/RCRA 3002; 42 USC 6926/RCRA 3006; 42 USC 
9602/RCRA 6002; 33 USC 1361/FWPCA 1361; 33 USC 1321/FWPCA 1321

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 302

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, March 31, 1995. Final, Statutory, 
February 8, 1986. Final, Judicial, May 31, 1996.

Abstract: This action will propose to list or not list as hazardous 
wastes under RCRA 14 spent solvents and/or still bottoms from their 
recovery. The solvents are cumene, phenol, isophorone, acetonitrile, 
furfural, epichlorohydrin, methyl chloride, ethylene dibromide, benzyl 
chloride, p-dichlorobenzene, 2-methoxyethanol, 2-methoxyethanol 
acetate, 2-ethoxyethanol acetate, and cyclohexanol. Any solvents listed 
will be added to the CERCLA list of hazardous substances with 
reportable quantities.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95
Final Action                    05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3134.

Agency Contact: Ron Josephson, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
4770

RIN: 2050-AD84
_______________________________________________________________________

4054. CHLORINATED ALIPHATICS LISTING DETERMINATION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905/RCRA 1006; 42 USC 6912(a)/RCRA 2002(a); 
42 USC 6922/RCRA 3001; 42 USC 9602/CERCLA 102; 33 USC 1361/FWPCA 311; 
33 USC 1321/FWPCA 501

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 302

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, November 30, 1995. Final, Judicial, 
October 31, 1996.

Abstract: This action will propose to list or not to list as hazardous 
wastes under RCRA wastewaters and wastewater treatment sludges from the 
production of approximately 25 chlorinated aliphatics. These wastes, if 
identified as hazardous under RCRA, will be designated hazardous 
substances under CERCLA, with reportable quantities established. The 
Agency will use this opportunity to investigate waste minimization 
possibilities.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/95
Final Action                    10/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3151.

Agency Contact: Wanda Levine, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
7458

RIN: 2050-AD85
_______________________________________________________________________

4055. NEW AND REVISED TESTING METHODS APPROVED FOR RCRA SUBTITLE C, IN 
``TEST METHODS FOR EVALUATING SOLID WASTE, PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL METHODS'' 
(SW-846), THIRD EDITION, UPDATE III

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6912/RCRA 2002; 42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001; 42 USC 
6924/RCRA 3004; 42 USC 6925/RCRA 3005; 42 USC 6926/RCRA 3006

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 
265; 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 270

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action will revise certain testing methods 
and add other new testing methods that are approved or required under 
Subtitle C or RCRA. These new and revised methods are found in Update 
III to the Third Edition of ``Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste, 
Physical/Chemical Methods'', EPA publication SW-846. The revision to 
the manual is necessary to provide improved and more complete 
analytical methods for RCRA-relating testing.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3427.

Agency Contact: Kim Kirkland, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington DC 20460, 202 260-6722

RIN: 2050-AE14
_______________________________________________________________________

4056. SUBTITLE D CORPORATE FINANCIAL TEST AND GUARANTEE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6907/RCRA 1007; 42 USC 6944/RCRA 4004; 42 USC 
6949/RCRA 4009

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 258

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would allow financially strong corporate entities 
that own/operate municipal solid waste landfills the option of using a 
financial test or guarantee to demonstrate financial assurance for 
costs associated with closure, post-closure, and corrective action of 
known releases.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3179.

Agency Contact: Tim O'Malley, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
8613

RIN: 2050-AD77
_______________________________________________________________________

4057. REVISIONS TO CRITERIA APPLICABLE TO SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES 
THAT MAY ACCEPT CESQG HAZARDOUS WASTES EXCLUDING MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE 
LANDFILLS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6907, 6944, 6949/RCRA 4010, 1008, 2002, and 
4004; 33 USC 1345

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 257

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, May 15, 1995. Final, Judicial, July 1, 
1996.

Abstract: RCRA section 4010(c) directs EPA to revise existing Criteria 
in 40 CFR part 257 for facilities that may receive hazardous household 
wastes (HHW) or Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generator (CESQG) 
hazardous wastes. In October 1991, EPA promulgated the Municipal Solid 
Waste Landfill Criteria (40 CFR 258), thereby satisfying part of the 
statutory mandate. EPA is under a settlement agreement with the Sierra 
Club to fulfill the remainder of the statutory mandate by promulgating 
regulations pertaining to the disposal of CESQG hazardous wastes at 
solid waste disposal facilities. Depending on actual practices at 
specific facilities, these regulations might be applicable to 
commercial and private industrial waste facilities and construction and 
demolition waste facilities managing non-hazardous wastes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
Final Action                    07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3416.

Agency Contact: Paul F. Cassidy, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington DC 20460, 202 260-4682

RIN: 2050-AE11
_______________________________________________________________________

4058. REMOVAL OF PENTACHLOROPHENOL FROM F027; RESTORE IT AS U242; CHANGE 
TOXICITY DESIGNATION OF F021; AND CLARIFY BASIS FOR LISTING CRITERIA

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 
271; 40 CFR 302

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Agency is proposing to amend the regulations for 
hazardous waste management under RCRA by amending the basis for listing 
a hazardous waste (i.e., pentachlorophenol production wastes) under 40 
CFR 261.31. The Agency is also proposing to amend one hazardous waste 
(i.e., delete part of FO27 - discarded unused formulations of 
pentachlorophenol and compounds derived from pentachlorophenol) listed 
in 40 CFR 261.33 and to add one waste (i.e., U242 - pentachlorophenol) 
to the list of hazardous wastes in 40 CFR 261. FO21 and U242 would no 
longer be subject to management standards for acute hazardous wastes. 
Lastly, the Agency is proposing to clarify the criteria used in 40 CFR 
261.11 for listing solid wastes as hazardous. This rule proposes less 
stringent hazardous waste management standards for FO21 and discarded 
unused portions containing pentachlorophenol.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3178.

Agency Contact: Anthony Carrell, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
6607

RIN: 2050-AD78
_______________________________________________________________________

4059. LISTING DETERMINATION OF WASTES GENERATED DURING THE MANUFACTURE OF 
AZO, ANTHRAQUINONE, AND TRIARYLMETHANE DYES AND PIGMENTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 
302

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, November 30, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
November 30, 1995.

Abstract: This action will propose the Agency's determination whether 
or not to list as hazardous wastes under RCRA wastes generated during 
the production of three classes of dyes and pigments. The Agency is 
considering several alternatives to listing, specifically management 
standards, pollution prevention, waste minimization, recycling, 
reclamation, process changes, and substitution of starting materials.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3066/3068/3069.

Agency Contact: Wanda Levine, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
7458

RIN: 2050-AD80
_______________________________________________________________________

4060. IDENTIFICATION AND LISTING OF HAZARDOUS WASTE: PETROLEUM REFINING 
PROCESS WASTES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 
302

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, August 31, 1995. Final, Judicial, 
October 31, 1996.

Abstract: This action will propose to list or not to list as hazardous 
wastes under RCRA these waste streams from the petroleum refining 
process: 1) clarified slurry oil from catalytic cracking; 2) crude 
storage tank sludge, 3) spent hydrotreating catalyst; 4) sulfur complex 
and hydrogen sulfide removal specification product and fines; 5) spent 
catalytics reforming catalysts; 6) unleaded storage tank sludge; 7) 
spent hydrorefining sludge; 8) spent catalyst and fines from catalytic 
cracking; 9) spent catalyst from sulfur complex and hydrogen sulfide 
removal facilities; 10) spent caustic from liquid treating; 11) spent 
catalyst from sulfuric acid alkylation, 12) sludge from hydrofluoric 
alkylation; and 13)sludge from sulfuric acid alkylation. The Agency is 
considering alternatives to listing including management standards 
based on pollution prevention, recycling, reclamation, or feedstock, to 
other manufacturing processes. This action will also adjust the 
reportable quantities for waste streams F037 and (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95
Final Action                    10/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3064.
ABSTRACT CONT: F038 (sludges from petroleum separation processes) under 
CERCLA as amended. Depending on the number of listed wastes and their 
generation quantities, the costs of this action could be very 
significant.

Agency Contact: Maximo (Max) Diaz, Jr., Environmental Protection 
Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-4786

RIN: 2050-AD88
_______________________________________________________________________

4061. RCRA FEES: HANDLER NOTIFICATIONS AND WASTE EXPORT NOTIFICATIONS

Legal Authority:  Independent Offices Appropriations Act of 1951

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 263; 40 CFR 265

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Omnibus Budget and Reconciliation Act requires EPA to 
raise $38 million annually in user fees as part of an overall Federal 
deficit reduction program. To help achieve this level, EPA will use the 
authority of the Independent Offices Appropriations Act of 1951 to 
propose fees for RCRA Handler Notifications, Waste Export 
Notifications, and permit fees for EPA-issued RCRA permits.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3211.

Agency Contact: Val de la Fuente, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 
260-4674

RIN: 2050-AD92
_______________________________________________________________________

4062. REVISED TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE COMBUSTION 
FACILITIES

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 148 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2050-AE01
_______________________________________________________________________

4063. LAND DISPOSAL RESTRICTIONS--PHASE IV: TREATMENT STANDARDS FOR 
CERTAIN MINERAL PROCESSING WASTES; TC METALS; NEWLY LISTED WASTES FROM 
WOOD PRESERVING AND DYES AND PIGMENTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905, 6912(a), 6921, 6924

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 268

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, June 1995. Final, Judicial, June 1996.

Abstract: The Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments of 1984 require EPA 
to promulgate regulations establishing treatment standards that must be 
met before hazardous waste may be disposed of on land. The proposed 
rulemaking establishes treatment standards for certain characteristic 
mineral processing wastes, spent aluminum potliners, wood preserving 
wastes, and TC metals. It also addresses issues arising from a 
September 25, 1992 decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals in Chemical 
Waste Management v. EPA, 976 F. 2d (D.C. Cir. 1992) on the equivalency 
of treatment in wastewater treatment systems regulated under the Clean 
Water Act to treatment of wastes under RCRA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/24/91                    56 FR 55160
NPRM                            06/00/95
Final Action                    06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3366.
ADDITIONAL AGENCY CONTACT: Sue Slotnick, 703 308-8467.

Agency Contact: Sherri Stevens, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, 5302W, Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-8467

RIN: 2050-AE05
_______________________________________________________________________

4064. IDENTIFICATION AND LISTING OF HAZARDOUS WASTES; HAZARDOUS WASTE 
IDENTIFICATION RULE (HWIR): CONTAMINATED MEDIA

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 149 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2050-AE22
_______________________________________________________________________

4065. HAZARDOUS WASTE MANIFEST REGULATION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6922/RCRA 3002(a)(5)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 263; 40 CFR 
264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 270; 40 CFR 271

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this rule is to amend the existing Uniform 
Hazardous Waste Manifest rule to make it truly ``uniform'' across the 
country. Presently what is supposed to be a ``uniform'' manifest is 
instead a patchwork of varying State manifests. Interstate shipments 
become quite burdensome when industry must deal with several different 
forms with varied requirements. This is compounded since States have 
difficulty tracking and verifying interstate loads.
The major issues involve the specific data elements that should be on 
the uniform manifest form. Most States want to see a truly uniform 
manifest that would be used by all States, but they also want a certain 
degree of flexibility to add data elements to suit their needs. 
Therefore, the goal of this rulemaking will be to achieve consensus on 
a manifest form that all States can live with.
The costs of this action should be minimal to the regulated industry 
since the new Federal form will only add a few data elements that in 
most cases are already being required by the various State forms.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3147.

Agency Contact: Rick Westlund, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (2136), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
2745

RIN: 2050-AE21
_______________________________________________________________________

4066. LOCATION STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE FACILITIES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6912/RCRA 2002; 42 USC 6924(o)(7)/RCRA 
3004(o)(7)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 270

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 3004(o)(7) of RCRA authorizes EPA to restrict the 
siting of hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal facilities 
in environmentally sensitive locations. EPA's goal for the location 
standards would be to ensure siting of new hazardous waste treatment, 
storage and disposal facilities in the most suitable locations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2303.

Agency Contact: Felicia Wright, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
8634

RIN: 2050-AB42
_______________________________________________________________________

4067. LAND DISPOSAL RESTRICTIONS--PHASE III: STANDARDS FOR 
DECHARACTERIZED WASTES AND TREATMENT STANDARDS FOR NEWLY LISTED 
CARBAMATE, ORGANOBROMINE WASTES, AND SPENT ALUMINUM POTLINERS

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 150 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2050-AD38
_______________________________________________________________________

4068. RULE IDENTIFYING WHEN MILITARY MUNITIONS BECOME HAZARDOUS WASTES 
AND MANAGEMENT STANDARDS FOR SUCH WASTES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6924(y)/RCRA 3004(y)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 
265; 40 CFR 270

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, April 6, 1993. Final, Statutory, 
October 6, 1994.

Abstract: Section 107 of the Federal Facilities Compliance Act of 1992 
requires EPA to issue a rule identifying when military munitions, 
ordnance, and chemical warfare agents become hazardous wastes subject 
to Federal hazardous waste transportation, storage, treatment, and 
disposal rules. The rule may also identify management standards for 
such wastes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
Final Action                    07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3235.

Agency Contact: Ken Shuster, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
8759

RIN: 2050-AD90
_______________________________________________________________________

4069. STREAMLINE PERMITTING FOR MIXED WASTE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6925/RCRA 3005

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On January 13, 1992, the Utilities Solid Waste Activities 
Group (USWAG) petitioned EPA to create a conditional exemption from 
full Subtitle C permitting requirements for certain small commercial 
mixed waste generators that are already permitted by the NRC. The 
generators include medical schools, universities, biotechnology 
laboratories, and pharmaceutical companies. This new category would 
include NRC licensees that generate less than 1000 kg/month of mixed 
waste, counting mixed waste as distinct from other hazardous waste. EPA 
and NRC must together determine how to ensure adequate protection of 
human health and the environment in order for any streamlined 
permitting of NRC licensed facilities to be implemented.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3218.

Agency Contact: Richard LaShier, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
8762

RIN: 2050-AD65
_______________________________________________________________________

4070. RCRA SUBTITLE C INDIAN PROGRAM AUTHORIZATION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6926(b)/3006(b)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 270

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would clarify that Indian Tribes may become 
authorized for the Subtitle C hazardous waste program and that they may 
share in grant funds made available to States to assist in 
implementation of authorized hazardous waste programs. The action would 
establish a definition of Indian Tribe and the criteria which a Tribe 
must meet for authorization purposes. The rule would further clarify 
that Indian Tribes, unlike other States, may be considered for approval 
of partial RCRA programs, under criteria that would also be announced 
in the rule. The rule is of great symbolic significance to the Tribes, 
and it would implement EPA's 1984 Indian Policy by recognizing the 
sovereign status of Tribes and their primacy in implementing RCRA. The 
rule would deal with the issues of Indian Tribe capability, 
alternatives to authorization that also advance Tribes' participation 
in RCRA, and special attributes of Indian Tribe jurisdiction. The 
action would be closely coordinated with similar efforts in other media 
programs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2827.

Agency Contact: Richard La Shier, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 
308-8760

RIN: 2050-AD07
_______________________________________________________________________

4071. FIELD FILTERING OF GROUND-WATER SAMPLES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6944(a)/RCRA 4004(a); 33 USC 1345(d) and (e)/
CWA 405; 42 USC 6945/RCRA 4005; 42 USC 6907/RCRA 1008; 42 USC 6912/RCRA 
2002; 42 USC 6949a(c)/RCRA 4010(c)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 258.51(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The RCRA Subtitle D Solid Waste Disposal Facility Criteria, 
among other provisions, require owners/operators of municipal solid 
waste landfills to monitor ground-water to detect releases from their 
landfills. The Criteria ban the filtering of ground-water samples in 
the field because filtering potentially removes some of the 
contamination found in the solid phase of the samples. Since 
promulgation of the Criteria, a number of States and industry groups 
have stated that it is important to field filter ground-water samples 
for measuring metals to avoid potential false indications of releases 
to ground-water. The commenters maintain that the analytical results 
using filtered samples are sufficiently protective and are as effective 
as unfiltered samples specified in the Criteria. This notice of 
proposed rulemaking (NPRM) seeks comment on the appropriateness of 
allowing States/Tribes with EPA-approved permit programs to lift the 
ban on a site-specific basis. This rulemaking will not impose new 
requirements on local government landfill owners and operators; rather, 
it could alleviate the need to institute new sampling protocols in 
certain locations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: SAN No. 3150.

Agency Contact: Tracy Bone, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5306), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
5649

RIN: 2050-AD86
_______________________________________________________________________

4072. RCRA SUBTITLE D SOLID WASTE FACILITIES; STATE/TRIBAL PERMIT 
PROGRAM--DETERMINATION OF ADEQUACY

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6945/RCRA 4005; 42 USC 6912/RCRA 2002

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 239

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would describe procedures EPA would use to make 
determinations of adequacy for State/Tribal solid waste permitting 
programs, as required by Section 4005 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, 
as amended (RCRA). Section 4005(c)(1)(B) requires States to adopt and 
implement a permit program, other system of prior approval, within 18 
months after the promulgation of revised criteria under Section 
4004(a), as required by Section 4010(c). Section 4005(c)(1)(C) requires 
the Administrator to determine whether each State has developed an 
``adequate permit program.''

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2751.

Agency Contact: Henry Ferland, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5306), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
3384

RIN: 2050-AD03
_______________________________________________________________________

4073. GUIDELINE FOR FEDERAL PROCUREMENT OF PAPER AND PAPER PRODUCTS 
CONTAINING RECOVERED MATERIALS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6912(a)/RCRA 6002

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 247

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 6002 of the RCRA requires EPA to issue guidelines for 
the procurement of recycled products. From time to time, EPA must 
revise the guidelines for use by procuring agencies. EPA is to 
designate items which can be made with recovered materials and to 
recommend practices for the procurement of those items by Federal 
procuring agencies. Once designated, procuring agencies are required to 
purchase these items with the highest percentage of recovered materials 
practicable. EPA issued its final paper guideline in June 1989.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3032.

Agency Contact: Dana Arnold, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5306), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
8518

RIN: 2050-AD41
_______________________________________________________________________

4074.  REVISIONS TO THE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDELINE FOR PROCUREMENT 
OF PRODUCTS CONTAINING RECOVERED MATERIALS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6912(a)/RCRA 6002(e)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 247

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: RCRA section 6002 requires EPA to issue guidelines for the 
procurement of recycled products. EPA is to designate items that are 
made with recovered materials and to recommend practices for government 
procurement. Once designated, procuring agencies are required to 
purchase these items with the highest percentage of recovered materials 
practicable. In addition, Executive Order 12873, Federal Acquisition, 
Recycling, and Waste Prevention, designating items in a Comprehensive 
Procurement Guideline (CPG) and recommending procurement practices in a 
Recovered Materials Advisory Notice (RMAN). The Order requires EPA to 
update the CPG and issue RMANs annually. To date, EPA has issued 
procurement guidelines for five items, including paper and paper 
products, re-refined lubricating oil, retread tires, building 
insulation, and cement and concrete containing fly ash, and proposed a 
Comprehensive Procurement Guideline (59 FR 18852) designating 21 new 
items for government procurement. This action would propose the first 
update to the CPG, once it is promulgated.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: 
SAN No. 3545.

Agency Contact: Beverly Golblatt, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, SE., Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
7932

RIN: 2050-AE23
_______________________________________________________________________

4075. UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS CONTAINING HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES - 
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6991b/RCRA 9003

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 280

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, August 31, 1988.

Abstract: This action would establish, under Subtitle I of RCRA (as 
amended by SARA), requirements for demonstrating financial 
responsibility for taking corrective action and compensating third 
parties for bodily injury and property damage caused by releases from 
underground storage tanks (USTs) containing hazardous substances. An 
ANPRM was published to help gather data (e.g., frequency of releases 
from such USTs, costs of corrective action and third-party damages, and 
the regulated community's financial condition and use of financial 
assurance mechanisms) needed for the development of a proposed rule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/09/88                     53 FR 3818
NPRM                            02/00/96
Final Action                    02/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Local

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3433.

Agency Contact: Mark Barolo, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5402W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
8874

RIN: 2050-AC15
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                  Final Rule Stage
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4076. REVISIONS TO THE OIL POLLUTION PREVENTION REGULATION

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1321/CWA 311(j)(l)(C)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 112

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Following a major inland oil spill with substantial 
environmental impacts (i.e., Ashland Oil in Floreffe, PA, in January, 
1988) an interagency task force reviewed the adequacy of existing EPA 
regulations concerning the prevention and control of oil spills (40 CFR 
112). The task force recommended a number of steps to improve and 
extend the regulations. The final rule would implement some of the task 
force recommendations. It would clarify that many provisions of the 
existing regulations that may be interpreted as recommended practices 
by the regulated community are in fact required practices.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/22/91                    56 FR 54612
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2634.

Agency Contact: Dana Stalcup, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5202G), Washington, DC 20460, 703 603-
8735

RIN: 2050-AC62
_______________________________________________________________________

4077. MODIFICATIONS OF THE HAZARDOUS WASTE RECYCLING REGULATIONS: 
UNIVERSAL WASTES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905/RCRA 1004; 42 USC 6921 to 6928/RCRA 3001 
to 3008

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 273

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposed to modify the regulatory program for 
management of certain ``universal'' hazardous wastes, including 
hazardous waste batteries and recalled hazardous waste pesticides. The 
Agency proposed streamlined management requirements for these 
universal, or widely generated, hazardous wastes in order to facilitate 
separation from the municipal waste stream, collection, and proper 
treatment and/or recycling for these materials.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/11/93                     58 FR 8102
Supplemental Notice             06/20/94                    59 FR 31568
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2870.

Agency Contact: Charlotte Mooney, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 
260-8551

RIN: 2050-AD19
_______________________________________________________________________

4078. NO-MIGRATION VARIANCE FOR PROHIBITED HAZARDOUS WASTE LAND DISPOSAL

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905/RCRA 1006; 42 USC 6912(a)/RCRA 2002(a); 
42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001; 42 USC 6924/RCRA 3004

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 268

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Agency has proposed a regulation that further specifies 
the process for operators to apply for and receive variances that would 
allow the land disposal of untreated hazardous wastes that have been 
prohibited from land disposal under 40 CFR 268. The variance would be 
available for land disposal units that successfully demonstrate that 
there will be no migration of hazardous constituents from the unit for 
as long as the waste remains hazardous.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/11/92                    57 FR 35940
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2524.
Accompanying draft guidance manual was made available concurrent with 
publication of proposal. Guidance assists facility owners and operators 
in characterizing environmental media of concern and environmental 
pathways along which constituent migration may occur.

Agency Contact: Chris Rhyne, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
8658

RIN: 2050-AC44
_______________________________________________________________________

4079. LISTING DETERMINATION FOR HAZARDOUS WASTES - ORGANOBROMINES 
CHEMICAL INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905/RCRA 1006; 42 USC 6912(a)/RCRA 2002(a); 
42 USC 6922/RCRA 3001; 42 USC 9602/CERCLA 102; 33 USC 1361/CERCLA 311; 
33 USC 1321/CERCLA 501

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 302

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 30, 1994. Final, Judicial, April 
30, 1995.

Abstract: This action proposed to list as a hazardous waste under RCRA 
one additional waste stream from those wastes generated during the 
production of organobromine compounds.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/11/94                    59 FR 24530
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3065.

Agency Contact: Edwin Rissmann, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
4785

RIN: 2050-AD79
_______________________________________________________________________

4080. NEW AND REVISED TESTING METHODS APPROVED FOR RCRA SUBTITLE C 
HAZARDOUS WASTE TESTING MANUAL SW-846, THIRD EDITION, UPDATE II

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6912/RCRA 2002; 42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001; 42 USC 
6924/RCRA 3004; 42 USC 6925/RCRA 3005; 42 USC 6926/RCRA 3006

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 
265; 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 270

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action would revise certain testing methods 
and add other new testing methods that are approved or required under 
Subtitle C of RCRA. These new and revised methods are found in Update 
II to the Third Edition of ``Test Methods for Evaluating Solid Waste, 
Physical/Chemical Methods,'' EPA publication SW-846. The revision to 
the manual is necessary to provide improved and more complete 
analytical methods for RCRA-relating testing. A portion of this 
regulatory action revising the ph testing method which is required 
under Subtitle C of RCRA will be finalized in the later final action 
(see timetable).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/31/93                    58 FR 46052
Final Action                    12/00/94
FINAL ACTION (ph method)        04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 2826.

Agency Contact: Charles Sellers and Kim Kirkland, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-4761

RIN: 2050-AD06
_______________________________________________________________________

4081. HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, AMENDMENT TO SUBPART C 
RULEMAKING PETITIONS: USE OF GROUNDWATER DATA IN DELISTING DECISIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6903/RCRA 1004; 42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 260.22

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment as proposed will generally require those who 
submit delisting petitions for hazardous wastes to provide groundwater 
monitoring data as part of their petition. The amended regulations will 
clarify the Agency's existing authority to consider the impact of a 
petitioned waste on groundwater and deny a petition based on 
groundwater contamination. EPA is seeking this amendment to clarify its 
authority to request and consider such data in delisting decisions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/12/89                    54 FR 41930
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2622.

Agency Contact: Narendra Chaudhari, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 
260-4787

RIN: 2050-AC65
_______________________________________________________________________

4082. IDENTIFICATION AND LISTING OF HAZARDOUS WASTE: CARBAMATE CHEMICALS 
PRODUCTION WASTES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6912(a)/RCRA 3001; 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 
9602(a); 42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6922

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 302

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, January 31, 1994. Final, Statutory, 
February 8, 1986. Final, Judicial, January 31, 1995.

Abstract: Section 3001(e) of RCRA requires EPA to make a determination 
of whether or not to list carbamate wastes as hazardous wastes. 
Carbamate chemical production includes all carbamates, carbamoyl oxime, 
thiocarbamate and dithiocarbamate chemicals for all end uses, including 
but not limited to: intermediates, herbicides, insecticides, fungicides 
or rubber processing additives. Carbamate production also includes 
intermediate compounds used primarily as inputs to carbamate processes. 
These wastes may also be designated as hazardous substances under 
CERCLA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/01/94                     59 FR 9808
Final Action                    01/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3033.

Agency Contact: John Austin, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
4789

RIN: 2050-AD59
_______________________________________________________________________

4083. FINAL DETERMINATION OF THE APPLICABILITY OF THE TOXICITY 
CHARACTERISTIC RULE TO UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS CONTAMINATED MEDIA AND 
DEBRIS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In the final hazardous waste Toxicity Characteristic (TC) 
rule, EPA decided to temporarily defer a final decision on the 
application of the TC rule to media and debris contaminated with 
petroleum from underground storage tanks (USTs) that are subject to UST 
corrective action requirements under 40 CFR Part 280. The Agency 
believed the UST regulations governing cleanups at these sites would be 
adequate in the interim. The application of the TC rule to UST cleanups 
was temporarily delayed so that the Agency could evaluate the extent 
and nature of these impacts and alternative mechanisms for implementing 
UST cleanups. The Agency has completed studies of the characteristics 
of UST corrective action sites, and current practices for management of 
media and debris under subtitle I State programs. As a result of these 
studies, EPA proposed to exempt UST petroleum-contaminated media and 
debris from certain portions of EPA's Hazardous Waste Regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/12/93                     58 FR 8504
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3189.

Agency Contact: John Heffelfinger, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5401W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 
308-8881

RIN: 2050-AD69
_______________________________________________________________________

4084. IMPORTS AND EXPORTS OF HAZARDOUS WASTE: IMPLEMENTATION OF THE OECD 
DECISION FOR RECYCLABLE WASTES

Legal Authority:  22 USC 2656; 42 USC 6901/RCRA 3001

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 263; 40 CFR 
264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 266

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On March 30, 1992, the Organization for Economic Cooperation 
and Development (OECD) adopted the Council's Final Decision on the 
Control of Transfrontier Movements of Wastes Destined for Recovery 
Operations. The United States, a member of the OECD, supported the 
Decision, which is legally binding. The Decision established a 
graduated system of procedural controls for the export and import of 
wastes for recovery, depending on whether a waste is included in the 
green, amber, or red lists. Green wastes are subject only to controls 
imposed in normal international commercial shipments. Amber and red 
wastes that are considered hazardous are subject to additional controls 
regarding: notification to and consent from the exporting, importing, 
and transit countries; contracts; tracking documents; and, 
recordkeeping. The Agency is codifying these provisions in an interim 
final rule which would replace the current RCRA export/import 
regulations for hazardous waste destined for recovery within the OECD. 
(cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3114.
ABSTRACT CONT: These changes do not affect the RCRA export/import 
regulations for hazardous wastes moving for treatment or disposal 
within the OECD or moving for treatment, disposal or recovery purposes 
to other countries outside the OECD.

Agency Contact: Susan Nogas, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
4534

RIN: 2050-AD87
_______________________________________________________________________

4085. REGULATORY DETERMINATION ON REMAINING WASTES FROM THE COMBUSTION OF 
FOSSIL FUELS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6921(b)(3)(C)/RCRA 3001(b)(3)(C)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline:  Final, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: As required by consent decree, the Agency determined on 
December 1, 1992, that additional study of four large-volume wastes -- 
fly ash, bottom ash, boiler slag and flue gas emission control wastes -
- from the combustion of coal by electric utility power plants was not 
necessary, and that a Final Regulatory Determination would be made on 
these wastes by August 2, 1993. (This determination was signed on 
August 2, 1993 and published in the Federal Register on August 9, 
1993). The Agency also determined that for the remaining fossil-fuel 
combustion wastes, additional data collection is necessary to make a 
Regulatory Determination on these wastes and a final regulatory 
determination will be made by April 1, 1998. The phrase ``remaining 
wastes'' refers to (1) fly ash, bottom ash, boiler slag, and flue gas 
emission control wastes from the combustion of coal by electric utility 
power plants when such wastes are mixed with, co-disposed, co-treated, 
or otherwise co-managed with other wastes generated in conjunction with 
the combustion of coal or other fossil fuels, (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Data Availability     02/12/93                     58 FR 8273
Regulatory Determination (Phase 
I Four Fossil Fuel Wastes)      08/09/93                    58 FR 42466
Regulatory Determination (Phase 
II Remaining Wastes)            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3201.
ABSTRACT CONT: and (2) any other wastes subject to section 8002(n) of 
RCRA other than those subject to the August 1992 Regulatory 
determination referenced above.

Agency Contact: Patricia Whiting, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5302W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 
308-8421

RIN: 2050-AD91
_______________________________________________________________________

4086. HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM; MODIFICATION OF THE HAZARDOUS 
WASTE PROGRAM; MERCURY CONTAINING LAMPS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6912; 42 USC 6921; 42 USC 6922; 
42 USC 6938

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is considering two deregulatory options for the 
management of spent mercury-containing lamps based on data which 
indicate that these lamps may be safely managed outside of the RCRA 
hazardous waste system or within a reduced regulatory structure under 
it. Option one would exclude mercury-containing lamps from regulation 
as hazardous waste if they are disposed of in municipal solid waste 
landfills (MSWLFs) that are registered, permitted, or licensed by 
states with EPA approved MSWLF permitting programs, or in state 
registered, permitted, or licensed mercury-reclamation facilities. 
Under this option, incineration of lamps in municipal waste combustors 
would be prohibited. Option two would reduce Subtitle C requirements by 
adding mercury-containing lamps to the proposed universal waste system 
(58 FR 8102, 4/25/93) for certain widely generated hazardous wastes 
(primarily nickel-cadmium batteries and cancelled pesticides).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/27/94                    59 FR 38288
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3237.

Agency Contact: Greg Helms, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
6721

RIN: 2050-AD93
_______________________________________________________________________

4087. RCRA EXPANDED PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND REVISIONS TO COMBUSTION 
PERMITTING PROCEDURES

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 165 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2050-AD97
_______________________________________________________________________

4088. REPORT TO CONGRESS AND FINAL REGULATORY DETERMINATION ON CEMENT 
KILN DUST

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001(b)(3)(A)(iii); RCRA 8002(o)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, December 31, 1993. Final, Judicial, 
January 31, 1995.

Abstract: RCRA 8002(o) requires that the Cement Kiln Dust Report to 
Congress study the sources and volumes of cement kiln dust, current and 
alternative waste management practices and their costs and economic 
impacts, documented damages to human health and the environment from 
cement kiln dust disposal, and existing state and Federal regulation of 
these wastes. EPA will use this information to develop a recommendation 
as to whether regulation of cement kiln dust is warranted under 
Subtitle C of RCRA. After an opportunity for public comment on the 
Report to Congress, EPA will make a final regulatory determination.
Under the terms of a proposed consent decree, the Cement Kiln Dust 
Report to Congress was completed by December 31, 1993; the Regulatory 
Determination must be made by January 31, 1995.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/06/94                      59 FR 709
Regulatory Determination        01/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3334.

Agency Contact: William Schoenborn, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5302W), Washington DC, 20460, 703 
308-8483

RIN: 2050-AE02
_______________________________________________________________________

4089. CORRECTIVE ACTION FOR SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT UNITS (SWMUS) AT 
HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITIES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6924/RCRA 3004(u), 3004(v)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 270

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would set forth the technical and procedural 
requirements for conducting corrective action to clean up significant 
releases to air, surface water, groundwater and soil at solid waste 
management units (SWMUs) at operating, closed, or closing RCRA 
facilities. The regulations would define the structure of the program, 
and the requirements for implementing remedial action, remedy selection 
and corrective measures. Currently, the permitting agencies must make 
case-by-case decisions using a scant regulatory framework. This 
regulation will be issued in several phases. The next phase (Phase II) 
will finalize certain provisions of the 1990 proposal. Phase II will 
involve reproposing remaining elements of the original proposal.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/27/90                    55 FR 30798
Final Rule (Phase I)            02/16/93                     58 FR 8658
Final Rule (Phase II)           09/00/95
NPRM (Phase III)                00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2390.

Agency Contact: Guy Tomassoni, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
8622

RIN: 2050-AB80
_______________________________________________________________________

4090. RCRA SUBTITLE C FINANCIAL TEST CRITERIA (REVISION)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905/RCRA 1006; 42 USC 6912(a)/RCRA 2002(a); 
42 USC 6924/RCRA 3004; 42 USC 6925/RCRA 3005

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 280; 40 CFR 761

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment would revise financial test criteria that must 
be satisfied by TSDF owners and operators employing the test to 
demonstrate RCRA financial responsibility requirements. The anticipated 
revisions would adjust test criteria so as to increase availability of 
this assurance mechanism to financially viable and stable firms and 
increase sensitivity to bankruptcy prediction.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/01/91                    56 FR 30201
Final Action (3rd Party 
Liability; Closure/Post 
Closures)                       09/16/92                    57 FR 42832
Final Action (Corporate 
Financial Test)                 00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2647.

Agency Contact: Tim O'Malley, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
8613

RIN: 2050-AC71
_______________________________________________________________________

4091. TREATMENT, STORAGE, AND DISPOSAL FACILITY--RCRA AIR EMISSION 
STANDARDS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6924/RCRA 3004, 3007

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265

Legal Deadline:  Final, Judicial, November 1994.

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to investigate the health and 
environmental impacts of non-combustion source air emissions from 
hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal facilities and to 
develop standards for monitoring and control as needed. Sources include 
tanks, surface impoundments, landfills, waste piles, land treatment 
operations and wastewater treatment facilities. Pollutants to be 
considered by such standards would include volatile organic compounds, 
particulate matter, specific toxic substances, or a combination of 
these. The mandate for standards development under RCRA is to protect 
human health and the environment. The Agency has adopted a three-phase 
approach: Phase I regulates organic emission from equipment leaks and 
process vents; Phase II will address tanks, containers, surface 
impoundments, and miscellaneous units; and Phase III will address 
residual risk associated with particular hazardous organic 
constituents.

Timetable:

Phase I: Leaks and Vents  NPRM 02/05/87 (52 FR 3748)  Final Action 06/
21/90 (55 FR 25454)

Phase II: Tanks and Impoundments  NPRM 07/22/91 (56 FR 33490)  Final 
Action 10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2240.

Agency Contact: Michele Aston, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-2363

RIN: 2050-AD62
_______________________________________________________________________

4092. HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM; AMENDMENT TO GENERIC EXCLUSION 
LEVEL FOR KO61, KO62 AND FOO6 HTMR RESIDUALS (NON-ENCAPSULATED USES); 
FINAL RULE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905/RCRA 1005; 42 USC 6912(a)/RCRA 2002(a); 
42 USC 6924/RCRA 3004

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 266

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, February 14, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
August 15, 1994.

Abstract: Certain non-encapsulated uses of slag residues derived from 
high temperature metal recovery (HTMR) treatment of KO61, KO62, and 
FOO6, as waste-derived products placed on the land, will be prohibited 
unless there is compliance with all Subtitle C standards applicable to 
land disposal.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/23/94                     59 FR 8583
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3368.

Agency Contact: Narendra K. Chaudhari, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 
260-4787

RIN: 2050-AE09
_______________________________________________________________________

4093. EXTENSION OF STATES INTERIM AUTHORIZATION OPTION TO CARRY OUT POST-
HSWA REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6926/RCRA 3006(g)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 271.24

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to extend the interim authorization 
option available to States beyond January 1, 1993. Interim 
authorization allows a State which has been granted RCRA base program 
authorization to carry out post-HSWA regulations once it has submitted 
evidence that these regulations are substantially equivalent to the 
federal requirements. The Agency proposes to extend the availability of 
interim authorization to January 1, 2003.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/18/92                    57 FR 60129
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3094.

Agency Contact: Richard La Shier, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 
308-8760

RIN: 2050-AD57
_______________________________________________________________________

4094. FINANCIAL TEST FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENTS THAT OWN/OPERATE MUNICIPAL 
SOLID WASTE LANDFILLS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6941 to 6949/RCRA 4001 to 4009

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 258

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would allow financially strong local governments 
that own/operate municipal solid waste landfills the option of using a 
financial test to demonstrate financial assurance for costs associated 
with closure, post-closure, and corrective action of known releases.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/27/93                    58 FR 68353
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Local

Additional Information: SAN No. 2761.

Agency Contact: Tim O'Malley, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5303W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
8613

RIN: 2050-AD04
_______________________________________________________________________

4095. COMPREHENSIVE GUIDELINE FOR PROCUREMENT OF PRODUCTS CONTAINING 
RECOVERED MATERIALS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6912(a)/RCRA 6002(a)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 247

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: RCRA 6002 requires EPA to issue guidelines for the 
procurement of recycled products. EPA is to designate items which can 
be made with recovered materials and to recommend practices for the 
procurement of those items by Federal procuring agencies. Once 
designated, procuring agencies are required to purchase these items 
with the highest percentage of recovered materials practicable. Under 
RCRA 6002, EPA has issued procurement guidelines for five items: paper 
and paper products, lubricating oil, tires, building insulation, and 
cement and concrete. Until now, both the item designation and the 
procurement recommendations were proposed and finalized as one document 
in the Federal Register and subsequently codified in 40 CFR Parts 247-
253.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/20/94                    59 FR 18852
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a 
statutory requirement. The agency has not yet determined whether there 
is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 3384.

Agency Contact: Beverly Goldblatt, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5306), Washington, DC 20460, 202 
260-7932

RIN: 2050-AE16
_______________________________________________________________________

4096. UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS--LENDER LIABILITY

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6991/RCRA 9001; 42 USC 6991/RCRA 9003

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 280

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will address the liability of secured 
creditors (``lenders'') regarding contaminated properties they hold as 
collateral. The regulation is needed to remove a current barrier to the 
financing of underground storage tank (UST) facilities and increase the 
amount of capital available to UST owners. Without adequate financing, 
many UST owners will be unable to make the improvements to their 
facilities necessary to comply with environmental regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/13/94                    59 FR 30448
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3149.

Agency Contact: Shelley Fudge, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5401W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-
8886

RIN: 2050-AD67
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                 Completed Actions
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4097. LAND DISPOSAL RESTRICTIONS - PHASE II - UNIVERSAL TREATMENT 
STANDARDS FOR ORGANIC TOXICITY CHARACTERISTIC WASTES AND NEWLY LISTED 
WASTES

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 268

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/19/94                    59 FR 47982

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sue Slotnick, 703 308-8462

RIN: 2050-AD89
_______________________________________________________________________

4098. REVISIONS TO INTERIM STATUS GROUNDWATER MONITORING REQUIREMENTS FOR 
NEWLY REGULATED LAND DISPOSAL FACILITIES

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 270

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
planned.                        08/10/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Hugh R. Davis, 703 308-8633

RIN: 2050-AD56
_______________________________________________________________________

4099. SUSPENSION OF THE TOXICITY CHARACTERISTIC RULE FOR NON-UNDERGROUND 
STORAGE TANK PETROLEUM CONTAMINATED MEDIA

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261

Completed:
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Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/30/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dave Fagan, 703 308-8620

RIN: 2050-AD64
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4100. IDENTIFICATION AND LISTING OF HAZARDOUS WASTE; AMENDMENTS TO 
DEFINITION OF SOLID WASTE

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261.4(a)(12)

Completed:
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Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/28/94                    59 FR 38536

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ross Elliot, 202 260-8551

RIN: 2050-AD99
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4101. AMENDMENTS TO GROUNDWATER MONITORING REQUIREMENTS AT HAZARDOUS 
WASTE FACILITIES

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 270

Completed:
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Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
planned,                        08/10/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Hugh Davis, 703 308-8633

RIN: 2050-AB20
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4102. HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: GROUNDWATER MONITORING 
CONSTITUENTS (PHASE II) AND METHODS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 270

Completed:
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Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
planned.                        08/10/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James Brown, 703 308-8656

RIN: 2050-AC05

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                     Prerule Stage
 
Clean Air Act (CAA)
  
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4103. NAAQS: PARTICULATE MATTER (REVIEW)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7408 to 7409

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 50.6

Legal Deadline: None
The PEA is in the process of negotiating a settlement of three deadline 
suits. The schedule will be provided when agreement is reached.

Abstract: The EPA is reviewing and updating the air quality criteria 
for particulate matter to incorporate new scientific and technical 
information that has become available since the last review. Based on 
the revised criteria, EPA will determine whether revisions to the 
standards are appropriate.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           00/00/00
NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Sectors Affected:  10 Metal Mining; 12 Coal Mining; 14 Mining and 
Quarrying of Nonmetallic Minerals, Except Fuels; 33 Primary Metal 
Industries; 491 Electric Services

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3448.

Agency Contact: John Haines, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, MD-12, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5533

RIN: 2060-AE66
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4104. ESTABLISHMENT OF LESSER QUANTITY EMISSION RATES FOR HAZARDOUS AIR 
POLLUTANTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7412

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will establish lesser-quantity emission rates 
(LQERs), emission rates of less than 10 tons per year, to define 
sources emitting a pollutant at greater than its LQER as a major 
source. For pollutants for which an LQER is warranted, sources emitting 
that pollutant at a higher emission rate than the LQER would be subject 
to the requirements for major sources. This rulemaking addresses the 
need to take into account that some pollutants are more toxic than 
others and that emissions of 10 tons per year of certain highly toxic 
air pollutants pose a significant health risk.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           10/00/94
NPRM                            02/00/96
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3468.

Agency Contact: Amy B. Vasu, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, ESD/PAB - MD-
13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0107

RIN: 2060-AE98
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4105.  NESHAP: PETROLEUM REFINERIES - FCC UNITS, REFORMERS AND 
SULFUR PLANTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401, et seq, as amended by PL 101-549, 104 
Stat. 2399

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: Title III of the Clean Air Act amendments of 1990 requires 
EPA to develop emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (HAPS). 
EPA proposed NESHAP rules for petroleum refineries on June 30, 1994 
(RIN 2060-AD94) and is under court order to promulgate final rules by 
June 30, 1995. This action covers three process vents not covered under 
RIN 2060-AD94. These are the catalyst regeneration vents from fluid 
catalytic cracking units (FCCU) and catalytic reformers and the tail 
gas vents from sulfur recovery plants.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected:  291 Petroleum Refining

Additional Information: SAN NO. 3549.

Agency Contact: James F. Durham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5672

RIN: 2060-AF28
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4106. NESHAP--CHROMIUM CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, sec 112 as amended November 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.
EPA is required to promulgate 50% of the source categories listed in 
Section 112(e) by November 15, 1997. Chromium chemical manufacturing is 
one of the source categories included in the 50%

Abstract: Chromium chemical production facilities emit chromium 
compounds, one of the 189 hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed for 
regulation under section 112(b) of the Clean Air Act, as amended in 
1990. As a consequence, chromium chemicals production was included on 
the initial list of major source categories identified for regulation. 
Currently, only two chromium chemical manufacturing plants exist in the 
U.S.: Occidental Chemical Corporation in Castle Hayne, NC; and American 
Chrome & Chemical Inc. plant in Corpus Christi, TX. Based on a 
comprehensive assessment of each facilities' potential to emit, the EPA 
has determined that neither plant qualifies as a major source. An 
alternative area source category listing is being studied. Chromium 
chemical production emits at least one of the 189 hazardous air 
pollutants (HAPs) as listed in Section 112(b) of the Clean Air Act, as 
amended in 1990. As a consequence, chromium chemicals production has 
been included on the initial list of HAP emitting categories published 
July 16, 1992, in the Federal Register. Currently, only two chromium 
chemical manufacturing plants exist in the U.S.: Occidental Chemical 
Corporation in

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3344.

Agency Contact: Iliam D. Rosario, Environmental Engineer, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning 
and Standards, ESD/ISB (mail code MD-13), Research Triange Park, NC 
27711, 919 541-5308

RIN: 2060-AE42
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4107.  REGIONAL HAZE PROTECTION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act section 169A

CFR Citation:  40 CFR CFR 51.300 to 51.306

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, May 1997.

Abstract: Mandatory Federal Class I areas throughout the United States 
are being impaired by regional haze. Section 169A of the Clean Air Act 
requires the Environmental Protection Agency to issue regulations to 
protect these Class I areas from man-made visibility impairment. These 
regulations would require States to show reasonable progress toward 
reducing the effects of regional haze on these sensitive areas. Since 
1980, technical knowledge of the causes of visibility impairment (i.e., 
emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, certain organic 
compounds, and particulate matter) has progressed so that innovative 
programs can be developed to address regional pollution. This 
rulemaking will require regional (multi-state) planning to address 
regional visibility in groupings of Class I areas. Control activities 
will be balanced with review of cost and visibility/environmental 
benefits analysis.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/00/94
NPRM                            07/00/96
Final Action                    12/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Sectors Affected:  491 Electric Services

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN NO. 3552.

Agency Contact: Bruce Polkowsky, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, MD-12, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5532

RIN: 2060-AF32
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4108. REPORT TO CONGRESS AND PRIORITIZED CATEGORY LIST FOR REGULATION OF 
VOC EMISSIONS FROM CONSUMER AND COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act as amended in 1990, sec 183(e)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The use of consumer and commercial products has been 
identified as a source of VOC emissions which contribute to 
tropospheric ozone formation. Section 183(e) of the Clean Air Act, as 
amended in 1990, requires that EPA conduct a study of VOC emissions 
from consumer and commercial products. The objectives of the study are 
(1) to determine the potential of these products to contribute to ozone 
nonattainment; and (2) to establish criteria for selecting categories 
of products for regulation under Section 183(e). The EPA must submit a 
report to Congress that documents the results of the study. Upon 
submission of the report, EPA must list those categories of consumer 
and commercial products that have been determined, based on the study, 
to account for at least 80 percent of the VOC emissions from consumer 
and commercial products in nonattainment areas. EPA must divide the 
list into four groups by priority and regulate one group every two 
years beginning no later than two years after publishing the 
prioritized category list.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3037.

Agency Contact: Bruce Moore, Environmental Engineer, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, U.S. Environmental Protection 
Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5460

RIN: 2060-AE24
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4109. FUELS AND FUEL ADDITIVES WAIVER APPLICATION CRITERIA

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7545/CAA 211

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will establish regulatory criteria and 
procedures for making determinations on fuel and fuel additive waiver 
applications under section 211(f)(4) of the Clean Air Act.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/00/95
NPRM                            12/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  291 Petroleum Refining; 371 Motor Vehicles and Motor 
Vehicle Equipment

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3389.

Agency Contact: Joseph Sopata, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 6406J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9021

RIN: 2060-AE68
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)               Proposed Rule Stage
Clean Air Act (CAA)
  
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4110. REVISIONS TO THE NEW SOURCE REVIEW REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments, title I

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51.160 to 51.166; 40 CFR 52.24; 40 CFR 52.10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA plans to amend its new source review rules to comply with 
the more stringent requirements in the Clean Air Act as amended in 1990 
for preconstruction review of new and modified major sources in areas 
that have been designated by EPA as failing to attain one or more of 
the national ambient air quality standards.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2909.
In order to expedite the completion of the nonattainment new source 
review (NSR) rulemaking, this action has been split from the broader 
NSR rulemaking (RIN 2060-AE11).

Agency Contact: Mike Sewell, New Source Review Section, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, (MD-15), Research Triangle Park, 
NC 27711, 919 541-0873

RIN: 2060-AD13
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4111. LOCOMOTIVE EMISSIONS STANDARDS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7547

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 1995.

Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 require EPA to 
promulgate emission standards for railroad locomotives. It is likely 
that railroad locomotives are significant contributors of pollution in 
some areas of the country for some pollutants. This rulemaking may 
allow for uniform control of locomotive emissions on the national 
level.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2961.

Agency Contact: Peter Hutchins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-8340

RIN: 2060-AD33
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4112. PROHIBITION OF LEADED GASOLINE FOR HIGHWAY USE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7545

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 80

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 31, 1995.

Abstract: After December 31, 1995, it shall be unlawful for any person 
to sell, offer for sale, supply, offer for supply, dispense, transport, 
or introduce into commerce, for use as fuel in any motor vehicle any 
gasoline which contains lead or lead additives.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3111.

Agency Contact: Anne-Marie Cooney, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (6406J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9013

RIN: 2060-AD55
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4113. FEDERAL OPERATING PERMIT RULES

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, title V

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Title V of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 requires EPA 
to promulgate regulations setting forth requirements for States to 
develop and implement operating permits programs for major stationary 
sources of air pollutants regulated under the Clean Air Act. These 
regulations were promulgated on July 21, 1992 (57 FR 32250). Title V 
also requires EPA to establish a federal permit program where States 
fail to submit an appropriate State program, fail to adequately 
implement an approved program, or fail to issue good Title V permits to 
individual sources. These regulations also address issuance of permits 
to outer continental shelf sources, acid rain sources and sources 
located on Tribal lands. This program is established by regulation 
promulgated in this notice. EPA will approve applications and issue 
Federal operating permits, as well as enforce the program.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3369.

Agency Contact: Kirt Cox, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-15), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5399

RIN: 2060-AD68
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4114. MOBILE-STATIONARY SOURCE TRADING PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7502(c)(6)/CAA 172(c)(6); 42 USC 7511a(g)(4)/
CAA 182(g)(4)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Clean Air Act requires States to reduce emissions to meet 
air-quality standards. Under this initiative, EPA will produce guidance 
for States which clarifies how the CAA requirements can be met by 
trading emission reductions among mobile and stationary sources. This 
guidance will encourage States to consider these trading opportunities 
as they develop their implementation plans for air-quality management. 
The guidance will also detail any restriction on the ability to trade 
among these source categories.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Interim Guidance                02/23/93                    58 FR 11134
NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Guidance                  00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: SAN No. 3286.

Agency Contact: Terri Wilsie, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (ANR-443), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-1360

RIN: 2060-AD85
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4115. NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR) REFORM

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 151 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2060-AE11
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4116. AMENDMENTS TO THE EMISSION DEFECT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1857 f-6(a); 42 USC 1857 g(a)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 85

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These amendments to the regulations will update and clarify 
the emission defect reporting requirements.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3186.

Agency Contact: Cliff Dean, Manufacturers Operations Division, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 401 M Street SW., 
Mail Code 6405J, Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9240

RIN: 2060-AE16
_______________________________________________________________________

4117. INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS--ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC 
CHECKS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401, Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 85

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action establishes requirements for checking onboard 
diagnostic systems as part of the Inspection/Maintenance program 
pursuant to Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. This action will 
establish test procedures and State Implementation Plan requirements.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: 
SAN No. 3264

Agency Contact: Eugene J. Tierney, Chief, Inspection Maintenance 
Section, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 2565 
Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4456

RIN: 2060-AE19
_______________________________________________________________________

4118. PERFORMANCE WARRANTY AND INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE TEST PROCEDURES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7541; 42 USC 7601

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 85

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action establishes a new short test procedure for use in 
I/M programs required by the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. Vehicles 
that are tested and failed using this procedure and that meet 
eligibility requirements established by the act would be eligible for 
free warranty repair from the manufacturers.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3263.

Agency Contact: Eugene J. Tierney, Chief, Inspection/Maintenance 
Section, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 2565 
Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4456

RIN: 2060-AE20
_______________________________________________________________________

4119. INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE RECALL REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7511 (A)(2)(b) and (A)(2)(b)(2)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action specifies requirements for enhanced I/M programs 
to establish a program to ensure compliance with recall notices. This 
is pursuant to the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3262.

Agency Contact: Eugene J. Tierney, Chief, Inspecion/Maintenance 
Section, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 2565 
Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4456

RIN: 2060-AE22
_______________________________________________________________________

4120. FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLANS TO ACHIEVE THE NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR 
QUALITY STANDARD FOR OZONE IN THE SACRAMENTO METROPOLITAN AREA, SCAQMD, 
AND VENTURA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA NONATTAINMENT AREAS

Legal Authority:  PL 101-549, sec 110(c)(1); Judicial Order - 971 F.2d 
219 (9th Cir. 1992)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 52

Legal Deadline:  Final, Judicial.
Ventura Co. dates are not final.
NPRM, Judicial, February 14, 1994, for the Sacramento Metro Area.
NPRM, Judicial, February 22, 1994, for the South Coast 
QualityManagement District.
Final, Judicial, February 14, 1995, for the Sacramento Metro Area.
Final, Judicial, February 22, 1995, for the South Coast 
QualityManagement District (SCAQMD).

Abstract: The Federal Implementation Plans (FIP's) will result in 
attainment of the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) for 
tropospheric ozone in all 3 areas and of the NAAQS for carbon monoxide 
in SCAQMD. Reductions in emissions of volatile organic compounds and/or 
nitrogen oxides are required to attain the ozone NAAQS. EPA will build 
on the air quality management plans and State rules for each area. EPA 
will involve the district and State air resources authorities, other 
Federal agencies, and others in the rule development process to ensure 
meeting the judicial schedule and facilitate better rules. Elements of 
the 1990 Clean Air Act Amendments offer greater flexibility with 
respect to attainment dates and control measures. These elements 
together with cost effectiveness, the Regulatory Flexibility Act, and 
environmental equity considerations will input to the regulation 
development process.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    02/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3355.

Agency Contact: Julia Barrow, Director, Federal Planning, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Air Toxics Division (A-2-1), 75 
Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, CA 94105, 415 744-2434

RIN: 2060-AE25
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4121. CONSOLIDATED EMISSION REPORTING

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7511; 42 USC 7410

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Emission statements and periodic inventories are new programs 
addressed in the 1990 Amendments to the Clean Air Act that calls for 
emissions reporting. In addition, requirements for the annual reporting 
of emissions from stationary sources are contained in 40 CFR 51.321 - 
51.323. Each of these programs requires either sources or states to 
report emissions and other supporting data. The data reporting 
intervals, type of pollutant source, pollutant type, and geographic 
coverage varies for the three programs. This rule will address the 
streamlining and consolidation of reporting requirements of each of 
these programs. The emissions data made available by these programs 
will also provide a mechanism for tracking emissions on an annual 
basis.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $2,000,000; Yearly Recurring 
Cost: $12,000,000; Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 1993

Sectors Affected:  Multiple

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3302.

Agency Contact: Mary Ann Warner, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Technical Support Division, MD-14, Research Triangle 
Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5536

RIN: 2060-AE32
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4122. ADDITION OF TEST METHOD 205 TO APPENDIX M OF 40 CFR PART 51

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7410

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Instrumental test methods currently available require on-
site, multi-point calibration with gaseous standards of known 
concentration. For testing contractor conducting multiple test methods, 
this can frequently mean the transportation of dozens of high pressure 
gas cylinders over long distances. Gas dilution systems are available 
which can be used to dilute a known, certified high level gas into 
lower concentration gases. This method, which has been available for 
comment through the Emission Measurement Technical Information Center 
since April, 1991, provides a standard procedure for certifying the 
accuracy and precision of these gas dilution systems for field 
applications. The purpose of this method is to provide the State and 
local administration with a tool for insuring correct instrument 
calibration, while providing considerable cost savings to the source.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Sectors Affected:  Multiple

Additional Information: SAN No. 3314.

Agency Contact: Rima Dishakjian, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Emission Measurement Branch (MD-19), Research Triangle 
Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0443

RIN: 2060-AE33
_______________________________________________________________________

4123. NAAQS: OZONE (REVIEW)

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 152 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2060-AE57
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4124. STATE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN COMPLETENESS CRITERIA

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401(b)(1); 42 USC 7407(d); 42 USC 7410(k)(1); 
42 USC 7410(k)(4); 42 USC 7470 to 79; 42 USC 7501 to 7508; 42 USC 
7601(a)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51 app V (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is amending the SIP Completeness Criteria to establish 
completeness criteria for commitments in light of EPA's conditional 
approval authority under section 110(k)(4) of the Act. Additionally, 
EPA is proposing to remove the parallel processing exception from the 
completeness criteria. Finally, EPA is proposing to revise the 
definition of ``official submittal'' from a State in Section 51.103. 
This action will classify which elements of the completeness criteria 
pertain to committal SIPs and it will implement EPA's intent that 
parallel progressing requests not be treated as official submittals 
from a State.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    04/00/95
Final Action Effective          05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3354.

Agency Contact: Sara Terry, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-15), Rsearch Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-7576

RIN: 2060-AE58
_______________________________________________________________________

4125. STANDARDS FOR EMISSIONS FROM ETHANOL-FUELED MOTOR VEHICLES AND 
MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7521/CAA 202(a); 42 USC 2006, 2013 - The 
Alternative Motor Fuels Act

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 600

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will implement emission standards and test 
procedures for ethanol-fueled motor vehicles and motor vehicle engines. 
These standards will be equivalent in stringency to standards currently 
in place for gasoline-, diesel-, and methanol-fueled vehicles and 
engines.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/96
Final Action                    09/00/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Sectors Affected:  491 Electric Services; 351 Engines and Turbines

Additional Information: SAN No. 3276.

Agency Contact: Michael J. Samulski, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, NVFEL, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 
668-4532

RIN: 2060-AE67
_______________________________________________________________________

4126. AMENDMENT OF METHOD 23: MEASUREMENT OF DIOXIN EMISSION FROM 
STATIONARY SOURCES AND METHOD 301: FIELD VALIDATION OF POLLUTION 
MEASUREMENT METHODS FOR VARIOUS MEDIAS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401 et seq, as amended PL 101-549; 42 USC 
7410 et seq, as amended by PL 101-549

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: As promulgated, Method 23, contained some errors. This action 
would correct those errors and would clarify some of the existing 
quality assurance requirements. After promulgation of Method 301, 
questions were raised about the statistical calculations and clarify 
the procedure for determining the quality of the data.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3407.

Agency Contact: Gary McAlister, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Emission Measurement Branch (MD-19), Research Triangle 
Park, NC 27302, 919 541-1062

RIN: 2060-AF00
_______________________________________________________________________

4127.  OZONE TRANSPORT COMMISSION; EMISSION VEHICLE PROGRAM FOR 
THE NORTHEAST OZONE TRANSPORT REGION

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 153 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2060-AF15
_______________________________________________________________________

4128.  AMMONIA TEST METHOD, 40 CFR PART 51, APPENDIX M

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7410

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A test method for determining the concentration of ammonia in 
stack gas is currently being developed. The States may allow it to be 
used by sources to demonstrate compliance with State regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3474.

Agency Contact: Rima Dishakjian, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Emission Measurement Branch, MD-19, Research Triangle 
Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0443

RIN: 2060-AF22
_______________________________________________________________________

4129.  TEST METHOD 302, APPENDIX M, 40 CFR PART 51

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7410

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A gas chromatography/mass spectrometry screening method is 
being developed. The method would be used by sources and EPA for 
determining qualitatively, the hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) present 
in stack gas.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3473.

Agency Contact: Rima Dishakjian, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Emission Measurement Branch, MD-19, Research Triangle 
Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0443

RIN: 2060-AF23
_______________________________________________________________________

4130.  TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS TO 40 CFR 60, APPENDIX A AND TO 40 
CFR 61, APPENDIX

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7410

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Technical corrections will be made to EPA methods in 
appendices to 40 60, 61 and to Appendix F of 40 CFR 60. Appendix F is 
the QA requirements to continuous monitors.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/95
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3472.

Agency Contact: Peter Westlin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, Emission Measurement Branch, MD-19, Research Triangle Park, 
NC 27711, 919 541-1058

RIN: 2060-AF24
_______________________________________________________________________

4131.  NESHAP: FERROALLOY INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1857, et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 5 USC 605; EO 
12866

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: Title III of the Clean Air Act of 1990 requires the EPA to 
develop emission standards for each major source category of hazardous 
air pollutants. The standards are to be technology-based and are to 
require the maximum degree of emission reduction determined to be 
achievable by the Administrator of EPA. The EPA has determined that 
some plants in the ferroalloy manufacturing industry may be major 
sources for one or more hazardous air pollutants. As a consequence, a 
regulation (emission standards) is being developed for the ferroalloy 
manufacturing industry to be promulgated by November 15, 1997.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  331 Steel Works, Blast Furnaces, and Rolling and 
Finishing Mills

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3082.

Agency Contact: Conrad Chin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, Industrial Studies Branch (MD-13), Resear Triangle Park, NC 
27711, 919 541-1512

RIN: 2060-AF29
_______________________________________________________________________

4132.  REQUIREMENTS FOR PREPARATION, ADOPTION, AND SUBMITTAL OF 
OZONE STATE IMPLEMENTATION PLANS

Legal Authority:  PL 95-95; PL 101-549

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 81

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The action identifies the requirements for preparation, 
adoption and submittal of ozone state implementation plans under a 
potentially new ozone national ambient air quality standard.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/96
Final Action                    06/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3553.

Agency Contact: Denise Gerth, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning & Standards, MD-15, Research 
Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5550

RIN: 2060-AF34
_______________________________________________________________________

4133.  COMPREHENSIVE RADIATION WASTE MANAGEMENT RULE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2011 to 2296; 5 USC app 1; 15 USC 2601 to 2671

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proper management (i.e., storage, treatment and disposal) 
of radioactive wastes depends on a number of factors. These include the 
type and quantity of waste, the availability of storage, treatment and 
disposal facilities, and the cost of management of these wastes. 
Another rulemaking, EPA's radiation site cleanup rule, will be 
concerned with the cleanup standards for sites contaminated with 
radioactivity. As contaminated sites are cleaned up, a tremendous 
quantity of radiation contaminated waste, including mixed waste, will 
be generated. The Agency intends that the comprehensive radiation waste 
management rule will promote consistent, protective, and cost-effective 
management of such wastes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95
Final Action                    08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Sectors Affected:  Multiple

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3516.

Agency Contact: Ambika Bathija, Office of Radiation and Indoor Air, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6603J, 401 M Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9445

RIN: 2060-AF41
_______________________________________________________________________

4134.  FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN TO CONTROL EMISSIONS FROM TWO 
POWER STATIONS LOCATED ON NAVAJO NATION LANDS

Legal Authority:  Not yet determined

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 60

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA proposes to federalize standards from the Arizona and New 
Mexico State Implementation Plans (SIPS) applicable to the Navajo 
generating station and the Four Corners Plant, respectively. Where 
necessary, EPA's proposed emission standards modify the standards 
extracted from the States' regulatory programs to ensure comprehensive 
emission control and Federal consistency.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected:  491 Electric Services

Additional Information: SAN No. 3569.

Agency Contact: Kenneth Bigos (A-5), Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, Region 9, 75 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, CA 
94105, 415 744-1240

RIN: 2060-AF42
_______________________________________________________________________

4135.  ACID RAIN PROGRAM: REVISIONS TO APPLICABILITY, EXEMPTIONS, 
ALLOCATIONS, AND SMALL DIESEL REFINERIES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7651 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 72; 40 CFR 73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory revision would streamline several portions of 
the Acid Rain Program rules and make minor revisions to the small 
diesel allowance program. Based on experience implementing the Acid 
Rain Program, EPA would make the process for exempting new units and 
retired units easier. EPA would also allow units to be deleted from the 
tables of affected units if those units could be demonstrated to be 
unaffected or if the units will not be constructed. The eligibility 
provision and allowance calculation equation for small diesel 
refineries will be corrected.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/14/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  491 Electric Services; 29 Petroleum Refining and 
Related Industries

Additional Information: SAN No. 3572.

Agency Contact: Kathy Barylski, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 6204J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-
9074

RIN: 2060-AF45
_______________________________________________________________________

4136.  ACID RAIN PROGRAM: REVISIONS TO THE PERMITS REGULATIONS 
UNDER TITLE IV OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7601, 7651g

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 72

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would make technical corrections in order to 
improve issuance of Phase I acid rain permits and facilitate approval 
of State or local permitting authorities' Phase II acid rain permitting 
programs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Local

Sectors Affected:  491 Electric Services

Additional Information: SAN No. 3574.

Agency Contact: Dwight C. Alpern, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 6204J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-
9151

RIN: 2060-AF47
_______________________________________________________________________

4137.  CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM AIRCRAFT AND AIRCRAFT 
ENGINES; EMISSION STANDARDS AND TEST PROCEDURES

Legal Authority:  CAA 231

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 87

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to establish CO and NOx standards for 
aircraft engines which are already attained by industry. These 
standards will be added to current federal aircraft engine standards 
for HC emission so as to align federal standards with the standards 
established by the international community.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/95
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: 
SAN NO. 3576

Agency Contact: Bryan Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 741-7832

RIN: 2060-AF50
_______________________________________________________________________

4138.  CONVENTIONAL GASOLINE MARKER

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7545,/CAA 211

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 80

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will prescribe a dye and/or marker that must 
be added by gasoline refiners and importers to conventional gasoline in 
order for it to be easily distinguishable from reformulated gasoline.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3519.

Agency Contact: Robert E. Kenney, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9021

RIN: 2060-AF53
_______________________________________________________________________

4139. NAAQS: NITROGEN DIOXIDE (REVIEW)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7408/CAA 108; 42 USC 7409/CAA 109

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 50.11

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, February 15, 1995. Final, Judicial, 
March 31, 1996.

Abstract: EPA is reviewing the health and welfare information (criteria 
document) that has become available since the last review of the NO2 
NAAQS was completed in June 1985. The criteria document will be 
reviewed by the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee (CASAC). The 
Agency will revise the standard if needed to protect the public health 
and welfare.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/95
Final Action                    03/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 1004.

Agency Contact: John Haines, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-12), Research Triangle Park, N.C. 27711, 919 541-5533

RIN: 2060-AC06
_______________________________________________________________________

4140. REVISE CAPTURE EFFICIENCY GUIDELINES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7410/CAA 110

CFR Citation:  Not applicable

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In order to determine compliance with the volatile organic 
compounds rules for certain types of printing and coating operations, 
it is necessary to determine the effectiveness of the system for 
collecting the vapors to be ducted to a control device, referred to as 
capture efficiency (CE). EPA is undertaking a study to investigate less 
expensive ways of using the current CE guidance, as well as to identify 
criteria for approving alternatives to the current guidance. EPA 
expects to issue the results of the study in Fall 1994, followed by a 
rulemaking to incorporate CE methods into EPA regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3016.

Agency Contact: Candace Sorrell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Emission Measurement Branch (MD-19), Research Triangle 
Park, NC 27711, 919 541-1064

RIN: 2060-AD84
_______________________________________________________________________

4141. SUPPLEMENT D TO THE GUIDELINE ON AIR QUALITY MODELING

Legal Authority:  Section 110(a)(2) of the 1990 Clean Air Act 
amendments; Section 165(e) of the 1990 Clean Air Act amendments; 
Section 172(a) and (c) of the 1990 Clean Air Act amendments; Section 
301(a)(1) of the 1990 Clean Air Act amendments; Section 320 of the 1990 
Clean Air Act amendments

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51.112; 40 CFR 51.160; 40 CFR 51.166; 40 CFR 
52.21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes revisions to the regulatory requirements 
for air quality models. Such models are used to predict ambient 
concentrations of pollutants for programs ranging from Prevention of 
Significant Deterioration (PSD) to State Implementation Plans (SIPs) 
for controlling air pollution sources. The Guideline fulfills a Clean 
Air Act mandate for EPA to specify models for air management purposes. 
This proposed rulemaking enhances the Guideline with new and/or 
improved techniques.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/96
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3470.

Agency Contact: Joseph A. Tikvart, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Source Receptor Analysis Branch (MD-14), Research 
Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5562

RIN: 2060-AF01
_______________________________________________________________________

4142. MEDICAL WASTE INCINERATORS

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 154 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2060-AC62
_______________________________________________________________________

4143. NSPS: MUNICIPAL WASTE COMBUSTION--PHASE II AND PHASE III

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 155 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2060-AD00
_______________________________________________________________________

4144. NSPS FOR SULFUR DIOXIDE (SO2) - REVISION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7411/CAA 111; Clean Air Act Amendments of 
1990, sec 403

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 60

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 1993.

Abstract: Subpart D of 40 CFR part 60 applies to large electric utility 
steam generating facilities. EPA is required to revise this NSPS, 
pursuant to Section 403 of the Clean Act Amendments of 1990. This 
section requires the SO2 emission limitations be revised to reflect 
changes in Section 111 which repeal the percent reduction requirements. 
The revised emission limitations are to result in emissions compliance 
with the existing NSPS. No regulatory schedule has been developed.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3106.

Agency Contact: Fred Dimmick, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5625

RIN: 2060-AD04
_______________________________________________________________________

4145. NSPS: STARCH PRODUCTION FACILITIES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1857 et seq, section 108(e); Clean Air Act 
Amendments of 1990, section 111

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, August 31, 1994.

Abstract: EPA is to propose regulations establishing standards of 
performance for those categories of major stationary sources that the 
Administrator listed under section 111(b)(1)(A) before the date of the 
enactment of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 and for which 
regulations had not been proposed by the Administrator by such date. At 
the time of enactment of the 1990 Amendments, there were approximately 
19 categories of major stationary sources listed on the NSPS priority 
list for which NSPS had not been proposed, including the starch 
manufacturing industry. When, by November 15, 1992 the Agency had not 
proposed any NSPS covering this group of categories, the Sierra Club 
and the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) filed suit on January 
19, 1993 against the Agency in the U.S. District Court District of 
Columbia (the court), for failing to meet its obligations under the 
Act. A partial consent decree was lodged with the court on July 22, 
1993. This decree mandated that NSPS be proposed for at least 3 of the 
unregulated categories of major stationary sources from the priority 
list on or before August 31, 1994, with the Agency having the 
discretion of selecting (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  204 Grain Mill Products; 209 Miscellaneous Food 
Preparations and Kindred Products

Additional Information: SAN No. 3379.
ABSTRACT CONT: the specific source categories. The starch manufacturing 
industry has been selected as one of the categories to be regulated by 
August 31, 1994.

Agency Contact: William H. Maxwell, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, ESD/
ISB (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5430

RIN: 2060-AE65
_______________________________________________________________________

4146. NSPS: MEDICAL WASTE INCINERATORS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 60

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, February 1, 1995. Final, Statutory, 
November 15, 1992. Final, Judicial, April 15, 1996.

Abstract: The EPA is developing new source performance standards (NSPS) 
and emission guidelines (EG) for new and existing sources under 
Sections 111 and 129 of the Clean Air Act. The NSPS is to reflect the 
maximum degree of reductions in emissions that have been demonstrated 
for new units. The EP may be less stringent than the standards for new 
units. States must submit plans for implementing and enforcing the 
guidelines. Section 129 requires emission limits be established for 
particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen chloride, oxides of 
nitrogen, carbon monoxide, lead, cadmium, mercury, and dioxins and 
dibenzofurans.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/95
Final Action                    04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  495 Sanitary Services

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2719.

Agency Contact: Rick Copland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, MD-13, 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5265

RIN: 2060-AE73
_______________________________________________________________________

4147. NESHAP: ASBESTOS PROCESSING

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7412/CAA 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The asbestos processing source category was listed as an area 
source to be regulated under the Clean Air Act (57 FR 31590). The 
purpose of this action is to develop maximum achievable control 
technology (MACT) or generally achievable control technology (GACT) 
standards for the asbestos processing source category that is comprised 
of the milling, manufacturing, and fabrication subcategories of the 
asbestos NESHAP (40 CFR 61). Pollutants to be regulated include 
asbestos and other HAPs emitted in major amounts by these 
subcategories.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2892.

Agency Contact: Susan Fairchild-Zapata, Environmental Protection 
Agency, Air and Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 
919 541-5167

RIN: 2060-AB51
_______________________________________________________________________

4148. INTEGRATED NESHAP AND EFFLUENT GUIDELINE: PULP AND PAPER

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: This standard will control emissions of hazardous air 
pollutants from pulp and paper mills. The regulation could address air 
emissions from process vents, open process equipment, tanks, furnaces, 
kilns, spills, and wastewater collection and treatment. The following 
mill areas could be affected: pulping, bi-product recovery (e.g. 
turpentine recovery, tall oil recovery), pulp washing, prebleaching, 
bleaching, evaporation, paper making, liquor recovery (e.g. recovery 
furnaces, lime kilns, causticizing tanks, smelt tanks), and acid 
plants. Air emission standards for chemical wood pulp mills (kraft, 
soda, sulfite, and semichemical) are being integrated with the Clean 
Water Act effluent guideline limitations under development (see RIN 
2040-AB53). Additional air emission standards are being developed for 
mills engaging in the following processes: mechanical pulping, nonwood 
chemical pulping, paper and paperboard production from purchased pulp, 
secondary fiber pulping, and drinking. The standards for this industry 
will be proposed and promulgated on a phased schedule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM for Noncombustion Sources 
(chemical wood pulpmills)       12/17/93                    58 FR 66078
NPRM for Combustion Sources 
(chemical wood pulp mills)      06/30/95
NPRM for Mechanical, nonwood 
chemical, secondary fibers,.... 11/15/96
Final Action for All Sources    11/15/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3105 (was 2914).
ADDITIONAL AGENCY CONTACT: Jeff Telander (Combustion Sources).

Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter (Noncombustion Sources, etc.), 
Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, (MD-13), Research 
Triangle Park, NC 27711, Lassiter 919/541-5396 & Telander, 919 541-5427

RIN: 2060-AD03
_______________________________________________________________________

4149. NESHAP FOR WOOD FURNITURE MANUFACTURING

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, November 21, 1994. Final, Statutory, 
November 15, 1994.

Abstract: This regulation would control emissions of hazardous air 
pollutants from wood furniture manufacturing plants. The Agency is 
currently negotiating a proposed rule with a Federal Advisory 
Committee. The preamble to the proposed rule will announce that EPA is 
also negotiating limits which represent ``reasonably available control 
technology'' for volatile organic compounds (VOC) concurrently with the 
NESHAP. That information will be published separately in a Control 
Techniques Guideline (CTG). The preamble will also announce a proposed 
test method for the NESHAP for this industry and solicit comments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/21/94
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2965.

Agency Contact: Madeleine Strom, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, N.C. 27711, 919 541-
2383

RIN: 2060-AD57
_______________________________________________________________________

4150. RADIONUCLIDE MAJOR SOURCE DEFINITION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7607/CAA 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 112(a) of the CAA Amendments of 1990 defines major 
source as any source that emits 10 tons or more per year of any 
hazardous air pollutant (HAP) or 25 tons or more per year of any 
combination of HAP. The ton quantities are inappropriate for 
radionuclides, as very small emissions of radiation may be extremely 
hazardous. The statute authorizes different criteria to be established 
for radionuclides. This rulemaking will establish these criteria.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3373/2993.

Agency Contact: Gale Bonanno, Attorney Advisor, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 401 M Street, SW., ORIA - 6602J, 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9219

RIN: 2060-AD60
_______________________________________________________________________

4151. NESHAP: PRINTING/PUBLISHING INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
March 1, 1996.

Abstract: This regulation will control hazardous air pollutant 
emissions from printing/publishing facilities. The Agency has gathered 
background information on the rotogravure, flexography, offset 
lithography, screen printing, letterpress and other parts of the 
printing/publishing industry. The Agency is now developing a proposal 
package.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95
Final Action                    03/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3077.

Agency Contact: David Salman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0859

RIN: 2060-AD95
_______________________________________________________________________

4152. NESHAP: POLYMERS AND RESINS, GROUP I

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994.

Abstract: The regulation under development would control emissions of 
hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) from the manufacture of butyl rubber, 
epichlorohydrin elastomer, ethylene propylene rubber, Hypalon (TM), 
neoprene, nitrite butadiene rubber, polybutadiene rubber, polysulfide 
rubber and styrene butadiene rubber and latex. Emissions from process 
vents, equipment leaks, wastewater and storage will be addressed by 
this regulation for both new and existing sources.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/15/95
Final Action                    05/15/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3166.

Agency Contact: Leslie Evans, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5410

RIN: 2060-AD96
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4153. NESHAP: SURFACE COATING OPERATIONS IN SHIPBUILDING AND SHIP REPAIR

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
November 15, 1995.

Abstract: This regulation would control emissions of hazardous air 
pollutants from shipbuilding and ship repair operations related to 
painting. The preamble to the proposed rule will also announce proposed 
limits for volatile organic compounds that represent best available 
control measures, a requirement of section 183(b)(4) of the act.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3074.

Agency Contact: Mohamed Serageldin, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-
2379

RIN: 2060-AD98
_______________________________________________________________________

4154. NESHAP FOR OFF-SITE WASTE OPERATIONS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Judicial, November 1, 1995.

Abstract: This rule (formerly titled ``Solid Waste Treatment, Storage, 
and Disposal Facilities'') will specify maximum control technology 
(MACT) for facilities that treat, store, dispose of, recycle, recover 
and/or rerefine solid waste received from off-site. These facilities 
include commercial waste treatment facilities, used oil rerefining 
solvent recovery plants, transfer stations, and industrial landfills.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3159.

Agency Contact: Eric L. Crump, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5032

RIN: 2060-AE05
_______________________________________________________________________

4155. NESHAP: MINERAL WOOL PRODUCTION INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1857 et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 4 USC 605; EO 
12866

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: The Clean Air Act, as amended in 1990, requires the EPA to 
(1) publish an initial list of all categories of major and area sources 
of the hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed in Section 112(b) of the 
CAA, (2) promulgate a schedule establishing a date for the promulgation 
of emissions standards for each of the listed categories of HAPs 
emission sources, and (3) develop emission standards for each source of 
HAPs. These standards are to be technology-based and are to require the 
maximum degree of emission reduction determined to be achievable by the 
Administrator. The Agency has determined that the mineral wool 
production industry may reasonably be anticipated to emit several of 
the 189 HAPs listed in Section 112(b) of the CAA. As a consequence, a 
regulatory development program is being pursued for the mineral wool 
production industry to promulgate emission standards within 7 years of 
enactment of the Clean Air Act Amendments.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/96
Final Action                    11/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3215.

Agency Contact: Mary K. Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5025

RIN: 2060-AE08
_______________________________________________________________________

4156. NESHAP: OIL AND NATURAL GAS PRODUCTION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.
This standard must be promulgated within seven years of enactment of 
the Clean Air Act.

Abstract: Hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) known to be emitted from oil 
and gas production facilities include benzene, toluene, ethyl benzene, 
and xylene isomers (collectively referred to as BTEX), along with 
2,2,4-trimethylpentane and n-hexane. Potential HAP emission sources are 
glycol (stand-alone and co-located) dehydrator reboilers; black oil, 
condensate, and produced water storage vessels; and equipment leaks at 
tank batteries and natural gas processing plants.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95
Final Action                    06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3229.

Agency Contact: Martha Smith, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, MD-13, 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-2421

RIN: 2060-AE34
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4157. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARD FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS (NESHAP) 
FOR POLYMERS AND RESINS, GROUP III

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: Title III of the amended Clean Air Act requires development 
of emission standards for all major sources, and selected area sources, 
emitting any of the 189 hazardous air pollutants identified in Section 
112(b) of the Act. Amino, acetal, and phenelic resins productions have 
been listed as categories of major sources based on documented 
emissions of phenol and/or formaldehyde. The purpose of the 
Formaldehyde-based Resin project is to initiate the regulatory process 
for sources engaged in the production of amino, acetal, and phenolic 
resins, and to ultimately develop a NESHAP based on candidate Maximum 
Achievable Control Technology. This standard is a 7-year standard, 
required to be promulgated by November 1997.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  282 Plastics Materials and Synthetic Resins, 
Synthetic Rubber, Cellulosic and Other Manmade Fibers, Except Glass

Additional Information: SAN No. 3228.

Agency Contact: John M. Schaefer, Environmental Engineer, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 
MD-13, 919 541-0296

RIN: 2060-AE36
_______________________________________________________________________

4158. NESHAP: POLYMERS AND RESINS, GROUP IV

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, March 15, 1995. Final, Judicial, March 
15, 1996.

Abstract: This action will control emissions of hazardous air 
pollutants (HAPs) from the manufacturer of polyethylene terephthalate, 
methymethacrylate-butodine-styrene and styrene-acrylonitride polymers. 
Emissions from process vents, equipment leaks, wastewater and storage 
will be addressed by this regulation for both new and existing sources.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/15/95
Final Action                    03/15/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3187.

Agency Contact: Leslie Evans, Environmental Engineer, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 
919 541-5410

RIN: 2060-AE37
_______________________________________________________________________

4159. NESHAP--PHOSPHORIC ACID MANUFACTURING

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990

Abstract: The CAAA required EPA to publish an initial list of all 
categories of major and area sources of the hazardous air pollutants 
(HAPs) listed in Section 112(b) of the CAAA and, to establish dates for 
the promulgation of emission standards for each of the listed 
categories of HAP emission sources and develop emission standards for 
each source of HAPs such that the schedule is met. The standards are to 
be technology-based and are to require the maximum degree of emission 
reduction determined to be achievable by the Administrator. The Agency 
has determined that the phosphoric acid manufacturing industry may 
reasonably be anticipated to emit several of the 189 HAPs listed in 
Section 112(b) of the CAAA. As a consequence, the source category is 
included on the initial list of HAP- emitting categories scheduled for 
standards promulgation within 10 years of enactment of the CAAA. The 
purpose of this action is to pursue a regulatory development program 
such that emission standards may be proposed and promulgated according 
to the mandated schedule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3303.

Agency Contact: David F. Painter, Environmental Engineer, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Industrial Studies Branch, 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5515

RIN: 2060-AE40
_______________________________________________________________________

4160. NESHAP--STEEL PICKLING, HC1 PROCESS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, sec 112 as amended, November 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.
EPA is required to promulgate national emission standards for 50% of 
the source categories listed in Sect. 112e) by Nov. 15, 1997. EPA plans 
to promulgate this standard by September 30, 1996.

Abstract: Hydrochloric acid (HC1) and chlorine are among the pollutants 
listed as hazardous air pollutants in Section 112 of the Clean Air Act, 
as amended in November of 1990. Steel pickling processes that use HC1 
solution and HC1 regeneration processes have been identified by the EPA 
as potentially significant sources of HC1 and chlorine air emissions 
and, as such, a source category for which national emission standards 
may be warranted.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3345.

Agency Contact: James H. Maysilles, Environmental Engineer, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Office of Air 
Quality Planning and Standards, ESD/ISB (mail code MD-13), Research 
Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-3265

RIN: 2060-AE41
_______________________________________________________________________

4161. NESHAP--IRON FOUNDRIES AND STEEL FOUNDRIES

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, sec 112 as amended November 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
EPA is required to promulgate standards for 50% of the source 
categories listed in Section 112(e) by November 15, 2000. EPA plans to 
promulgate this standard by the required date.

Abstract: Iron foundries and steel foundries have been identified by 
the EPA as potentially significant sources of air emissions of 
manganese compounds, lead compounds, and other substances that are 
among the pollutants listed as hazardous air pollutants in Section 112 
of the Clean Air Act, as amended in November of 1990. As such, these 
industries may be source categories for which national emission 
standards may be warranted.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/99
Final Action                    11/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3343.

Agency Contact: James H. Maysilles, Environmental Engineer, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Office of Air 
Quality Planning and Standards, ESD/ISB (mail code MD-13), Research 
Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-3265

RIN: 2060-AE43
_______________________________________________________________________

4162. NESHAP--PHOSPHATE FERTILIZERS PRODUCTION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990

Abstract: EPA is required to publish an initial list of all categories 
of major and area sources of the hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed 
in Section 112(b) of the CAAA and, to establish dates for the 
promulgation of emission standards for each of the listed categories of 
HAP emission sources and develop emission standards for each source of 
HAPs such that the schedule is met. The standards are to be technology-
based and are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction 
determined to be achievable by the Administrator. The Agency has 
determined that the phosphate fertilizer production industry may 
reasonable be anticipated to emit several of the 189 HAPs listed in 
Section 112(b) of the CAAA. As a consequence, the source category is 
included on the initial list of HAP-emitting categories scheduled for 
standards promulgation within 7 years of enactment of the CAAA. The 
purpose of this action is to pursue a regulatory development program 
such that emission standards may be proposed and promulgated according 
to the mandated schedule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3304.

Agency Contact: David F. Painter, Environmental Engineer, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Industrial Studies Branch, 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5515

RIN: 2060-AE44
_______________________________________________________________________

4163. NESHAP--PRIMARY COPPER SMELTERS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, sec 112 as amended November 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.
EPA is required to promulgate 50% of the source categories listed in 
Section 112(e) by 11/15/97. Primary copper smelter is one of the source 
categories included in the 50%.

Abstract: The primary copper smelter industry is known to emit a number 
of the hazardous air pollutants listed in Section 112 of the Clean Air 
Act, as amended November 1990. Most smelters have extensive control 
systems for oxides of sulfur and HAPs. However, fugitive emissions may 
cause several smelters to exceed major source levels.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95
Final Action                    08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3340.

Agency Contact: Eugene P. Crumpler, Environmental Engineer, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Office of Air 
Quality Planning and Standards, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 
541-0881

RIN: 2060-AE46
_______________________________________________________________________

4164. NESHAP--WOOD TREATMENT INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, sec 112 as amended November 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.
EPA is required to promulgate 50% of the source categories listed in 
Section 112(e) by 11/15/97. Wood treatment is one of the source 
categories included in the 50%.

Abstract: Many of the chemicals used to treat wood products to protect 
them from deterioration are listed as hazardous air pollutants in 
Section 112 of the Clean Air Act as amended November 1990. Treatment 
processes have been identified as potentially significant sources of 
these HAPs and, as such, are source categories for which national 
emission standards may be necessary. Consideration is being given to 
modifying the definition of the wood treatment source category to 
exclude treatment with pentachlorophenol.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3342.

Agency Contact: Eugene P. Crumpler, Environmental Engineer, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Office of Air 
Quality Planning and Standards, ESD/ISB (MD-13), Research Triangle 
Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0881

RIN: 2060-AE47
_______________________________________________________________________

4165. NESHAP--INTEGRATED IRON AND STEEL

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, sec 112 as amended November 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.

Abstract: The EPA has determined that integrated iron and steel mills 
emit several of the 189 hazardous air pollutants (including compounds 
of chromium, lead, manganese, and polycyclic organic matter) in 
quantities sufficient to designate these as major sources. Major 
operations include sinter production, iron production (blast furnaces), 
steelmaking (basic oxygen furnaces), and semifinished and finished 
product preparation. Currently, there are 29 integrated mills in the 
U.S. which are owned by 17 individual companies. The mills are 
distributed among 10 States with the majority located in four Mid-
Western States (15) and Pennsylvania.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/99
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3346.

Agency Contact: Phil Mulrine, Environmental Engineer, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning 
and Standards, ESD/ISB, Research Triangle Par, NC 27711, 919 541-5289

RIN: 2060-AE48
_______________________________________________________________________

4166. AMENDMENTS TO PART 63 TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS FOR DETERMINING 
POTENTIAL TO EMIT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under authority of sections 112 and 114 of the Clean Air Act 
(Act) Amendments of 1990, provisions are being proposed to enable 
stationary sources to establish federally enforceable controls to limit 
their ``potential to emit'' hazardous air pollutants (HAP). These 
provisions would help sources determine whether they are subject to new 
Federal air toxics regulations under section 112 and permitting 
requirements under title V of the Act that apply to sources with the 
potential to emit air pollutants above a certain threshold. Under these 
regulations, controls must be federally enforceable to be considered as 
limiting a source's potential to emit. With federally enforceable 
potential to emit limits for HAPs, sources could avoid being considered 
``major sources'' of HAPs, and thus avoid having to comply with section 
112 and title V requirements that apply only to major sources.
In addition, the proposed rule would provide new mechanisms for 
establishing permanent, federally enforceable limits on a source-
specific basis through State rules or programs that are approved by the 
EPA for this purpose. The proposed rule also would set cutoff dates for 
facilities that choose to (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3479.
ABSTRACT CONT: establish potential to emit limits for the purpose of 
avoiding compliance with otherwise applicable requirements. Beyond 
these dates, only pollution prevention measures could be used to 
establish new potential to emit limits.
This rule would: streamline the process for sources to receive approval 
of emission controls as federally enforceable; reduce the 
recordkeeping, reporting, and other compliance burdens on section 112 
affected sources; and avoid overregulation of facilities that are not 
true ``major sources'' of HAPs.
The proposed provisions for determining potential to emit would amend 
regulations already established to implement the new Federal air toxics 
program under section 112, including the recently promulgated General 
Provisions.
This action resulted from splitting of 2060-AC98 and 2060-2918.

Agency Contact: Michele A. Dubow, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, ME-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 2771, 919 541-3803

RIN: 2060-AE63
_______________________________________________________________________

4167. NESHAP: WOOL FIBERGLASS MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1857 et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 4 USC 605; EO 
12866

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: The Clean Air act (CAA), as amended in 1990, requires the EPA 
to (1) publish an initial list of all categories of major and area 
sources of the hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed in Section 112(b) 
of the CAA, (2) promulgate a schedule establishing a date for the 
promulgation of emissions standards for each of the listed categories 
of HAPs emission sources, and (3) develop emission standards for each 
source of HAPs. These standards are to be technology-based and are to 
require the maximum degree of emission reduction determined to be 
achievable by the Administrator. The Agency has determined that the 
wool fiberglass manufacturing industry may reasonable be anticipated to 
emit several of the 189 HAPs listed in Section 112(b) of the CAA. As a 
consequence, a regulatory development program is being pursued for the 
wool fiberglass manufacturing industry to promulgate emission standards 
within 7 years of enactment of the CAA amendments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/96
Final Action                    11/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  327 Concrete, Gypsum, and Plaster Products

Additional Information: SAN No. 3123.

Agency Contact: Mary K. Johnson, Environmental Engineer, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Emission Standards Division (MD-
13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5025

RIN: 2060-AE75
_______________________________________________________________________

4168. NESHAP: PRIMARY ALUMINUM PLANTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1857 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: Title III of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 requires 
the EPA to develop emission standards for each major source category of 
hazardous air pollutants. The standards are to be technology-based and 
are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction determined to 
be achievable by the Administrator of EPA. The EPA has determined that 
plants in the Primary Aluminum industry may be major sources for one or 
more hazardous air pollutants. As a consequence, a regulatory 
development program is being conducted such that emission standards 
will be proposed and promulgated by November 15, 1997.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  333 Primary Smelting and Refining of Nonferrous 
Metals

Additional Information: SAN No. 3072.

Agency Contact: Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-2837

RIN: 2060-AE76
_______________________________________________________________________

4169. NESHAP: SECONDARY ALUMINUM INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1857 et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 5 USC 605; EO 
12866

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: The Act requires EPA to publish an initial list of all 
categories of major and area sources of the hazardous air pollutants 
(HAPs) listed in Section 112(b) of the Act, to promulgate a schedule 
establishing a date for the promulgation of emission standards for each 
of the listed categories of HAP emission sources, and develop emission 
standards for each source of HAPs such that the schedule is met. The 
standards are to be technology based and are to require the maximum 
degree of emission reduction determined to be achievable by the 
Administrator. The Agency has determined that the secondary aluminum 
industry may reasonable be anticipated to emit several of the 189 HAPs 
listed in Section 112(b) of the Act, as a consequence, the source 
category is included on the initial list of HAP emitting categories and 
to be on the list of categories scheduled for standards promulgation 
within seven years of enactment of the Act. The purpose of this action 
is to pursue a regulatory development program such that emission 
standards my be proposed and promulgated according to the mandated 
schedule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/96
Final Action                    11/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  334 Secondary Smelting and Refining of Nonferrous 
Metals

Additional Information: SAN No. 3078.

Agency Contact: Juan E. Santiago, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, ESD/ISB 
(MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-1084

RIN: 2060-AE77
_______________________________________________________________________

4170. NESHAP: PORTLAND CEMENT MANUFACTURING

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1857 et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 5 USC 605; EO 
12866

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: Title III of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 requires 
the EPA to develop emission standards for each major source category of 
hazardous air pollutants. The standards are to be technology-based and 
are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction determined to 
be achievable by the Administrator of EPA. The EPA has determined that 
some plants in the Portland cement manufacturing industry may be major 
sources for one or more hazardous air pollutants. As a consequence, a 
regulation (emission standards) is being developed for the Portland 
cement manufacturing industry, to be promulgated by November 15, 1997.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/96
Final Action                    01/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  324 Cement, Hydraulic

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3079.

Agency Contact: Joseph P. Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Industrial Studies Branch - MD 13, Research Triangle 
Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5446

RIN: 2060-AE78
_______________________________________________________________________

4171. NESHAP: REINFORCED PLASTIC COMPOSITES PRODUCTION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: This regulation would control emissions of hazardous air 
pollutants from plants engaged in the manufacturing of homopolymers 
and/or copolymers which contain materials designed to enhance the 
chemical, physical, and/or thermal properties of the polymer. The 
source category includes, but is not limited to processing techniques 
such as hand layup and spray layup of gelcoats that incorporate 
styrene.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/96
Final Action                    11/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  308 Miscellaneous Plastics Products

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3326.

Agency Contact: Madeleine Strum, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-2383

RIN: 2060-AE79
_______________________________________________________________________

4172. NESHAP: COMBUSTION SOURCES IN THE SULFITE PULPING INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1857; 42 USC 350; 5 USC 605

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: This standard would control air emissions of hazardous air 
pollutants from sulfite and semi-chemical pulp and paper mills. The 
standard would address air emissions from recovery furnaces and other 
combustion processes at sulfite mills.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  261 Pulp Mills; 262 Paper Mills; 263 Paperboard 
Mills; 265 Paperboard Containers and Boxes

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3453.

Agency Contact: Jeff Telander, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5427

RIN: 2060-AE80
_______________________________________________________________________

4173. NESHAP: POLYETHER POLYOL PRODUCTION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: Title III of the CAA requires development of emission 
standards for all major sources emitting any of the 189 hazardous air 
pollutants (HAPs) identified in Section 112(b) of the CAA. ``Polyether 
Polyol Production'' has been listed as a category of major sources 
based on documented emissions of propylene oxide and ethylene oxide. 
This action will explore alternatives for controlling the release of 
HAPs from the following process areas located at polyether polyol 
manufacturing facilities: process vents (e.g. reactors), storage, 
equipment leaks and other fugitive sources, and wastewater operations.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  286 Industrial Organic Chemicals

Additional Information: SAN No. 3408.

Agency Contact: David Svendsgaard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, ESD/CPB 
(MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-2380

RIN: 2060-AE81
_______________________________________________________________________

4174. NESHAP: NON-SOCMI ORGANIC CHEMICAL PRODUCTION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: This regulation will cover the smaller synthetic organic 
chemical manufacturing operations. The large operations are covered by 
the HON. The regulation will control process vents (continuous and 
batch), equipment leaks, storage and wastewater.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Sectors Affected:  286 Industrial Organic Chemicals; 289 Miscellaneous 
Chemical Products

Additional Information: SAN No. 3452.

Agency Contact: Leslie B. Evans, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5410

RIN: 2060-AE82
_______________________________________________________________________

4175. NESHAP: PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act as Amended in 1990, section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: This regulation would control emissions of hazardous air 
pollutants from production of pharmaceuticals. Pharmaceuticals 
production was included on the initial list of categories of sources 
that was published by EPA in July 1992. Emissions from process vents, 
equipment leaks, storage tanks, and wastewater systems will be 
addressed by this regulation for both new and existing facilities.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Sectors Affected:  283 Drugs

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3451.

Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5402

RIN: 2060-AE83
_______________________________________________________________________

4176. NESHAP: PRODUCTION OF AGRICULTURAL CHEMICALS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act of 1990 section 112

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: The following ten source categories (which are all 
pesticides) are listed under the Production of Agricultural Chemicals 
(PAC) industry group: 1) 2,4-D Salts and Esters Production; 2) 4-
Chloro-2-Methylphenoxyacetic Acid Production; 3) 4, 6-Dinitro-o-Cresol 
Production; 4) Captafol Production; 5) Captan Production; 6) Chloroneb 
Production; 7) Chlorothalonil Production; 8) Dacthal (tm) Production; 
9) Sodium Pentachlorophenate Production; 10) Tordon (tm) Acid 
Production.
The EPA will propose to develop standards for all pesticide producers 
and formulators including the 10 categories listed above.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/96
Final Action                    12/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3450.

Agency Contact: Lalit Banker, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, ESD/MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5358

RIN: 2060-AE84
_______________________________________________________________________

4177. NESHAP: CHLORINE MANUFACTURING

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act as amended, section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: Section 112 of the Clean Air Act (CAA), as amended November 
1990, requires the EPA to regulate categories of major and area sources 
of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed in Section 112(b). The EPA 
has determined that sources that manufacture chlorine may reasonably be 
anticipated to emit several of the 189 HAP's listed (including chlorine 
and carbon tetrachloride) in quantities sufficient to designate them as 
a major source. As a consequence, chlorine manufacturing is on the 
initial list of HAP-emitting source categories selected for regulation 
(57 FR 31576, July 16, 1992) and is in the group of categories for 
which final regulations are expected to be promulgated by November 
1997.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3449.

Agency Contact: Iliam D. Rosario, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, ESD/ISB/MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 
541-5308

RIN: 2060-AE85
_______________________________________________________________________

4178. NESHAP: FLEXIBLE POLYURETHANE FOAM PRODUCTION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: Title III of the amended Clean Air Act (CAA) requires 
development of emission standards for all major sources, and selected 
area sources, emitting any of the 189 hazardous air pollutants 
identified in Section 112(b) of the CAA. Flexible polyurethane foam 
production has been listed as a category of major sources based on 
documented emissions of methylene chloride and 2,4-toluene 
diisocyanate. This action will explore alternatives for controlling the 
release of HAP's from the following emission sources located at both 
slabstock and molded polyurethane foam production facilities: process 
vents, storage, equipment leaks and other fugitive sources, and 
transfer operations. Ultimately, a NESHAP will be developed based on 
candidate Maximum Achievable Control Technology. This is a 7-year 
standard, required to be promulgated by November 1997.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  306 Fabricated Rubber Products, Not Elsewhere 
Classified; 308 Miscellaneous Plastics Products

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3338.

Agency Contact: David Svendsgaard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, ESD/CPB 
(MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-2380

RIN: 2060-AE86
_______________________________________________________________________

4179. NESHAP: PRIMARY LEAD SMELTERS

Legal Authority:  CAA section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: Primary lead smelters are a major source of hazardous air 
pollutants. Potential emissions include compounds of lead, and other 
metallic HAPs as well as organic HAPs. The standard will establish 
maximum achievable control technology requirements for this industry. 
This industry is comprised of two companies which operate three 
facilities in two states.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  333 Primary Smelting and Refining of Nonferrous 
Metals

Additional Information: SAN No. 3467.

Agency Contact: George Streit, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-2364

RIN: 2060-AE97
_______________________________________________________________________

4180. NESHAP: MANUFACTURE OF TETRAHYDROBENZALDEHYDE

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act section 112(d)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to develop a MACT standard for 
the production of Tetrahydrobenzaldehyde. (Referred to in the initial 
Source Category List as Butadiene Dimers). The emissions sources that 
will be controlled are process vents (e.g. reactors); storage; 
equipment leaks and other fugitive sources; transfer operations; and 
wastewater operations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Sectors Affected:  286 Industrial Organic Chemicals

Additional Information: SAN No. 3469.

Agency Contact: John M. Schaefer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0296

RIN: 2060-AE99
_______________________________________________________________________

4181. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARD FOR RADON EMISSIONS FROM PHOSPHOGYPSUM 
STACKS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401/CAA 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA has granted a petition for reconsideration for the 
portion of the rule which deals with allowing certain amounts of 
phosphogypsum for research and development. This regulatory proceeding 
would result in a proposed rule which would change that limit for use.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2547.

Agency Contact: Fran Jonesi, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (6602J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9229

RIN: 2060-AF04
_______________________________________________________________________

4182. NESHAP: MANUFACTURERS OF ACRYLIC/MODACRYLIC FIBERS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: This NESHAP will control hazardous air pollutant emissions 
from facilities that manufacture acrylic or modacrylic fibers. 
Principal pollutants identified are vinyl acetate and acrylonitrile. 
The majority of emissions occur during the polymerization reaction. 
There are only two major sources in the United States that will be 
affected by this regulation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected:  282 Plastics Materials and Synthetic Resins, 
Synthetic Rubber, Cellulosic and Other Manmade Fibers, Except Glass

Additional Information: SAN No. 3378.

Agency Contact: Lynn Hutchinson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5624

RIN: 2060-AF06
_______________________________________________________________________

4183. NESHAP: POLYCARBONATES PRODUCTION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401/CAA 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: This NESHAP will control hazardous air pollutant (HAP) 
emissions from the production of polycarbonate resins.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3465.

Agency Contact: Mark Morris, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5416

RIN: 2060-AF09
_______________________________________________________________________

4184. DELISTING OF SOURCE CATEGORIES UNDER 112(C): STAINLESS AND NON-
STAINLESS STEEL MANUFACTURING AND ELECTRIC ARC FURNACE (EAF) OPERATION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401/CAA 112

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: An analysis of information obtained from each source in both 
categories supports a determination that neither category includes a 
``major'' source. Consequently, both source categories will be removed 
from the source category list pursuant to section 112(c) of the Clean 
Air Act.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3466.

Agency Contact: Phil Mulrine, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5289

RIN: 2060-AF11
_______________________________________________________________________

4185.  PUBLICALLY OWNED TREATMENT WORKS (POTW) STUDY

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, sec 112(e)(5) and 112(n)(3)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1995.

Abstract: The Clean Air Act authorizes a study of air toxic emissions 
from POTW's, and prescribes a deadline for an air emissions standard 
for POTW's. Phase I of the proposed action is a study to characterize 
hazardous air pollutant (HAP) emissions from POTW's. The study includes 
a review of existing research and data; estimation of potential HAP 
emissions; and an evaluation of emission controls and costs. A decision 
will then be made to determine the need for a national emissions 
standard for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for POTW's. Phase II of 
the proposed action would be the actual development of a NESHAP for 
POTW's, if necessary.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3377.

Agency Contact: Eric L. Crump, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5032

RIN: 2060-AF26
_______________________________________________________________________

4186.  NESHAP: NYLON 6 PRODUCTION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Air section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.

Abstract: This NESHAP will reduce hazardous air pollutants (HAP) 
emissions from the production of Nylon 6, most of which is caprolactam.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Sectors Affected:  282 Plastics Materials and Synthetic Resins, 
Synthetic Rubber, Cellulosic and Other Manmade Fibers, Except Glass

Additional Information: SAN No. 3548.

Agency Contact: Mark Morris, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5461

RIN: 2060-AF27
_______________________________________________________________________

4187.  NESHAP: BAKER'S YEAST MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, November 15, 2000.

Abstract: Section 112 of the Act requires major sources of hazardous 
air pollutants to achieve a maximum degree of emission reduction based 
on the maximum achievable control technology (MACT). This regulatory 
action will establish this level of control for both new and existing 
sources in the baker's yeast manufacturing industry. This industry is 
currently comprised of 13 sources of 6 different manufacturers located 
in ten different states. The only known HAP emission from this source 
is acetaldehyde. It is produced as a by-product during the fermentation 
process. It is likely that regulatory options will be based on improved 
process control to reduce formation of this by-product.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
Final Action                    05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  209 Miscellaneous Food Preparations and Kindred 
Products

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3550.

Agency Contact: Lynn E. Hutchinson, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-
5624

RIN: 2060-AF30
_______________________________________________________________________

4188.  AMENDMENTS TO GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR 40 CFR 63

Legal Authority:  PL 101-549; Section 112, Clean Air Act

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63.1

Legal Deadline:

Abstract: The General Provisions were promulgated on March 16, 1994 (59 
FR 12408). On May 16, 1994, six litigants filed petitions for EPA to 
review certain provisions of the General Provisions. As a result of the 
litigation, it is anticipated that amendments to the General Provisions 
will be proposed.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected:  Multiple

Additional Information: SAN No. 3551.

Agency Contact: Shirley Tabler, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Standards Development Branch (MD-13), Emission Standards 
Division, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5256

RIN: 2060-AF31
_______________________________________________________________________

4189. CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR DETERMINING TRANSPORTATION CONFORMITY 
IN ATTAINMENT AREAS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7521(a)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would require that transportation plans, programs, 
and projects funded or approved under title 23 U.S.C. or the Federal 
Transit Act be found to conform to the State Implementation Plan in 
certain attainment areas. The concurrence of the Department of 
Transportation will be required. The preamble to the transportation 
conformity final rule (which applies to nonattainment and maintenance 
areas), published November 24, 1993, announced EPA's intent to propose 
conformity requirements for urbanized attainment areas which have 
exceeded 85% of the ozone, CO, NO2, PM-10 annual, or PM-10 24-hr 
standard. Among other things, this rule would act as a planning tool 
for areas experiencing growth in their ambient air quality levels so 
that they can design their transportation activities in ways that will 
ensure that the areas remain in attainment of the national standard.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3459.

Agency Contact: Kathryn Sargeant, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4441

RIN: 2060-AE90
_______________________________________________________________________

4190.  CORRECTION TO CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES FOR DETERMINING 
TRANSPORTATION CONFORMITY: NITROGEN OXIDES REQUIREMENTS FOR AREAS WITH A 
182 (F) EXEMPTION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7521(a)/CAA 176(c)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The final rule on transportation conformity (58 FR 62188, 
November 24, 1993) applies with respect to nitrogen oxides as a 
precursor of ozone unless the Administrator determines under section 
182(f) of the Clean Air Act that additional reductions of Nox would not 
contribute to attainment. This action would require areas with a 182(f) 
exemption to demonstrate consistency with the motor vehicle emissions 
budget for Nox in the attainment demonstration or maintenance plan.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local

Additional Information: 
SAN NO. 3478

Agency Contact: Kathryn Sargeant, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 666-4441

RIN: 2060-AF25
_______________________________________________________________________

4191. VOC REGULATION FOR AUTOMOBILE AND TRUCK REFINISHING COATINGS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 183(e)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would control volatile organic compound (VOC) 
emissions from automobile refinishing coatings. The regulation would 
regulate coating manufacturers and distributors. An alternative control 
technique (ACT) document was published on this industry April 30, 1994 
to help States develop VOC regulations. There is currently no active 
project to develop a national rule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3281.

Agency Contact: Mark Morris, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5416

RIN: 2060-AE35
_______________________________________________________________________

4192. VOC REGULATION FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE 
COATINGS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act of 199, section 183(E)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation under development, via regulatory 
negotiation, will control volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions 
from architectural and industrial maintenance (AIM) coatings. These 
coatings are applied to stationary structures and their appurtenances, 
to portable buildings, to pavements, or to curbs. Traditional VOC 
limitations, market-based approaches, and phased-in approaches are all 
being considered.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3351.
Docket Number A-92-18

Agency Contact: Bruce Madariaga, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-6521

RIN: 2060-AE55
_______________________________________________________________________

4193. REVISED LIGHT-DUTY DURABILITY PROCEDURES FOR MODEL YEAR 1999 AND 
LATER

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7521/CAA 202

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will establish procedures under which vehicle 
manufacturers will demonstrate durability of their emission control 
systems during certification of passenger cars and light-duty trucks 
beginning with the 1999 model year. Under separate actions, EPA has 
promulgated revised light-duty durability procedures for certification 
of model years 1994 through 1998, procedures that are necessary to 
implement revised useful life levels mandated by the Clean Air Act 
Amendments of 1990. The long term durability program will translate 
into ongoing efforts by the EPA and vehicle manufacturers to develop 
durability procedures that will more accurately predict the emissions 
deterioration of vehicles in actual use.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
Final Action                    02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2869.

Agency Contact: Jim McCargar, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48105, 313 668-4244

RIN: 2060-AE06
_______________________________________________________________________

4194. COLD TEMPERATURE CARBON MONOXIDE EMISSIONS AVERAGING

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7521/CAA 202(j)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86 subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In the Cold Temperature Carbon Monoxide Emissions notice of 
proposed rulemaking published September 17, 1990 (55 FR 38250), EPA 
solicited and subsequently received comments regarding a cold 
temperature CO emissions averaging program, although it did not propose 
such a program. In the Final Rule, promulgated July 17, 1992 (57 FR 
31888), EPA stated that it would publish a proposal regarding an 
averaging program in the near future, taking the comments received into 
consideration. The Agency intends to propose an averaging, banking and 
trading program modelled after such programs already in place for other 
mobile source pollutants and vehicle classes. Such a program would 
allow manufacturers additional flexibility to optimize their emission 
control systems, thus potentially reducing control costs while 
achieving emission reductions essentially equivalent to those required 
by the non-averaged standards. The expected effective model year is 
1996, which is the first year the current regulations require 100% 
compliance with the cold temperature CO standards.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3191.

Agency Contact: Christine Mikolajczyk & Lisa Snapp, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, National Vehicle and Fuel 
Emissions Lab, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4200

RIN: 2060-AE13
_______________________________________________________________________

4195. TIER 2 EMISSION STANDARDS

Legal Authority:  Section 202(i) of the Clean Air Act

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 31, 1999. Other, Statutory, 
June 1, 1997.
Report to Congress is due on 6/1/97 (section 202(i) CAAA); FRM deadline 
is within three years after report to Congress but not later than 12/
31/99.

Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 direct EPA to study 
whether or not reductions in motor vehicle emissions (beyond the 
reductions achieved by the Tier I standards) would be a cost effective 
means of attaining and maintaining the NAAQs. The study results are to 
be reported to Congress and used as a basis for a rulemaking in which a 
final determination will be made regarding new emission standards.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/98
Final Action                    12/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3456.

Agency Contact: Don Kipinski, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, National Vehicle and Fuel Emission Lab, 2565 Plymouth Road, 
Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4229

RIN: 2060-AE87
_______________________________________________________________________

4196. CONTROL OF MOTOR VEHICLE EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS

Legal Authority:  Section 202(k) and 202(a) of the Clean Air Act

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 direct EPA to promulgate 
(and from time to time revise) regulations applicable to evaporative 
emissions of hydrocarbons from motor vehicles. The evaporative 
emissions rule finalized in January 1993 announced EPA's intent to 
initiate further action to study, and if necessary, regulate control 
strategies involving pressurized fuel tanks.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3454.

Agency Contact: Don Kopinski, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Lab, 2565 Plymouth Road, 
Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 688-4331

RIN: 2060-AE89
_______________________________________________________________________

4197. AMENDMENT CONCERNING THE LOCATION OF SELECTIVE ENFORCEMENT AUDITS 
OF FOREIGN MANUFACTURED VEHICLES AND ENGINES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7525/CAA 206(b)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86 subpart G (Revision); 40 CFR 86 subpart K 
(Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would consider an amendment to the existing 
regulations to include ports of entry as a location for EPA selection 
of foreign produced vehicles and engines for SEA emissions testing at 
laboratories in the U.S. While the regulations do not specify EPA 
authority to conduct such port selections, the increased flexibility 
provided by port selections warrants amending the regulations. 
Presently, EPA must travel oversees to conduct SEA audits of foreign 
manufactured vehicles and engines, even though most manufacturers now 
have access to laboratory facilities in the U.S. The benefits include a 
reduction in Agency cost since fewer overseas trips would be necessary. 
Also, EPA would be able to conduct more audits of foreign manufactured 
vehicles and engines.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3139.

Agency Contact: John Guy, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (6405-J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9250

RIN: 2060-AD90
_______________________________________________________________________

4198. REVIEW OF THE FEDERAL TEST PROCEDURE FOR EMISSIONS FROM MOTOR 
VEHICLES AND MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINES

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 156 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2060-AE27
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4199. EMISSION DESIGN AND DEFECT WARRANTY AND PARTS LIST

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7541/CAA 207

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 85

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action may add a previously reserved subpart U to 40 CFR 
85 to set forth a list of covered parts, definitions, warranty claim 
procedures, warranty remedies, and replacement requirements of 
automobile manufacturers for emission design and defect warranty 
coverage.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2727.

Agency Contact: Pat Childers, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (6406J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9415

RIN: 2060-AD56
_______________________________________________________________________

4200. REVISIONS TO REGULATIONS ON REGISTRATION OF FUELS AND FUEL 
ADDITIVES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7545/CAA 211

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 79

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the current program governing the 
registration of fuels and fuel additives. The revisions would update 
the regulations to cover certain new fuels and fuel additives that are 
entering the market or likely to enter the market in the near future. 
This action would revise the current program governing the registration 
of fuel and fuel additives. The revisions would update the regulations 
to cover certain new fuels and fuel additives that are entering the 
market or likely to enter the market in the near future.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2728.

Agency Contact: Joseph P. Fernandes, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, (6406J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9016

RIN: 2060-AC74
_______________________________________________________________________

4201. CONTROL OF AIR TOXICS EMISSIONS FROM MOTOR VEHICLES

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 157 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2060-AC75
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4202. ``SUBSTANTIALLY SIMILAR'' DEFINITION FOR DIESEL FUELS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7545/CAAA 211(f)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 80

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 211(f)(1)(A) of the Clean Air Act prohibits for use 
in light-duty vehicles, fuels and fuel additives which are not 
``substantially similar'' to fuels or additives used to certify 
vehicles to emissions standards. Section 211(f)(1)(B) expands these 
prohibitions to all motor vehicles. Since the term ``substantially 
similar'' is not defined in the Act, the intent of this rulemaking is 
to interpret the term ``substantially similar'' in regard to diesel 
fuel and diesel fuel additives and thus make more explicit which 
products are prohibited by section 211(f)(1)(B). The definition of 
``substantially similar'' enables manufacturers to determine whether 
their fuels or fuel additives are covered by, or excluded from, the 
section 211(f)(1)(B) prohibitions.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/30/91                    56 FR 24362
NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3091.

Agency Contact: James W. Caldwell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (6406J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9303

RIN: 2060-AD77
_______________________________________________________________________

4203. STANDARDS FOR METHANOL VEHICLE FILLNECKS AND METHANOL FUEL 
DISPENSERS, AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR METHANOL VEHICLE FUEL

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act section 211(c)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 80

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule, if promulgated, will establish a way of preventing 
the misfueling of gasoline-fueled vehicles with methanol fuel, as well 
as establish in-use specifications for methanol fuel.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3455.

Agency Contact: John Mueller, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4275

RIN: 2060-AE88
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4204. EMISSION STANDARDS FOR NEW NONROAD SPARK-IGNITION ENGINES AT AND 
BELOW 19 KILOWATTS (25 HORSEPOWER) (PHASE 2)

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 158 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2060-AE29
_______________________________________________________________________

4205. EMISSION STANDARDS FOR GASOLINE SPARK-IGNITION AND DIESEL 
COMPRESSION-IGNITION MARINE ENGINES

Legal Authority:  PL 101-549, Sec 222; 42 USC 7547

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 91

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
November 22, 1995.

Abstract: This action will implement emission standards and test 
procedures for currently unregulated marine engines. Section 213 of the 
Clean Air Act (CAA) as amended requires the EPA to conduct a study to 
determine whether emissions of carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen 
(NOx), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from nonroad engines and 
vehicles contribute to levels of ambient ozone and CO in more than one 
area not in compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards 
(NAAQS) for these pollutants. EPA has determined ( 59 FR 31306) that 
emissions from such sources significantly contribute to nonattainment 
of the NAAQS for ozone and CO in more than one area. Since the Agency 
made this positive determination, section 213 requires EPA to 
promulgate regulations that will result in reductions in emissions from 
non-road sources. Consequently, EPA is this proposal to reduce 
emissions from marine engines.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3350.

Agency Contact: Kenneth L. Zerafa, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, National Vehicle & Fuel Emissions Lab, 2565 Plymouth 
Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4331

RIN: 2060-AE54
_______________________________________________________________________

4206. EMISSION STANDARDS FOR NONROAD RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND REVISION 
OF ON-HIGHWAY MOTORCYCLE EMISSION STANDARDS

Legal Authority:  Section 213(a)(3) of the Clean Air Act, as amended

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86.401

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, November 1, 1996.

Abstract: As part of the Sierra Club v. Browner settlement, EPA will 
determine by November 1996 whether to undertake a rulemaking which 
targets emissions from engines used in recreational vehicles.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected:  351 Engines and Turbines; 375 Motorcycles, Bicycles, 
and Parts; 379 Miscellaneous Transportation Equipment

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3458.

Agency Contact: Lucie Audette, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 741-7850

RIN: 2060-AE91
_______________________________________________________________________

4207. RESTRICTIONS ON MOTOR VEHICLE AND NON-ROAD ENGINES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7545/CAAA 218

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 80

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations will prohibit the manufacture, sale or 
introduction into commerce after December 31, 1992, any motor vehicle 
engine or nonroad engine which requires leaded gasoline for use in 1993 
or later model year vehicles or equipment.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3175.

Agency Contact: Anne-Marie Cooney, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (6406J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9013

RIN: 2060-AD72
_______________________________________________________________________

4208. URBAN BUS PASS/FAIL RATE RULEMAKING

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7554

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 86

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA will test urban buses annually to determine if they 
remain in compliance with the 1994 and later model year particulate 
matter (PM) standard throughout their useful life of 290,000 miles or 
10 years (EPA's planned procedures for the annual testing program have 
already been established in an Advisory Circular.) If EPA determines 
that urban buses do not comply under the Clean Air Act, EPA must 
require that new urban buses operate on low-polluting fuels, and must 
promulgate a schedule phasing in the low polluting fuel requirement 
over 5 model years following the determination. This action will 
establish a pass/fail and other criteria that EPA will use to make 
determinations taking into consideration such factors as the 
representative nature of the sample, the effect of poor maintenance or 
tampering, and the performance of any alternative fueled urban buses 
tested. established in an Advisory Circular.) If EPA determines that 
urban buses do not comply under the Clean Air Act, EPA must require 
that new urban buses operate on low-polluting fuels. This action will 
establish a pass/fail and other criteria that EPA will use to make 
determinations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Sectors Affected:  351 Engines and Turbines; 411 Local and Suburban 
Passenger Transportation

Additional Information: SAN No. 3325.

Agency Contact: Chris Lieski, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, National Vehicle and Fuel Emission Lab, 2565 Plymouth Road, 
Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4584

RIN: 2060-AE71
_______________________________________________________________________

4209. ACID RAIN NITROGEN OXIDES CONTROL REGULATION

Legal Authority:  PL 101-549, sec 407; Clean Air Act Amendments of 
1990, Title IV

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 76

Legal Deadline:
NPRM, Statutory, May 15, 1992, for Group I boilers.
Final, Judicial, October 31, 1993, for Group I boilers.
NPRM, Statutory, January 1, 1997, for Group II boilers.
Final, Statutory, January 1, 1997, for Group II boilers.

Abstract: This regulatory action establishes NOx emission limitations 
for Phase I tangentially fired and dry bottom wall-fired boilers (Group 
I - Section 407(b)(1)) which must be met by January 1, 1995. Emissions 
limits for all other types of boilers Group II, Section 407(b)(2)), 
including cyclones and wet bottom wall-fired units, will be effective 
in 2000 and will be set in a later rulemaking. Boilers from both groups 
that are listed under Phase II will be subject to their relevant 
emissions limits after 2000. In addition, the rule will determine 
conditions of applications for emission averaging and alternative 
emission limits for both groups of boilers.

Timetable:

Group I Phase I Boilers  NPRM 11/25/92 (57 FR 228)  Final Action 03/22/
94 (59 FR 13538)

Group I, Phase II Boilers  NPRM 01/00/96

Group II Boilers  Final Action 01/00/97

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local

Additional Information: SAN No. 2888.

Agency Contact: Larry Kertcher, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (6204J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9180

RIN: 2060-AD45
_______________________________________________________________________

4210. NSPS FOR NITROGEN OXIDES (NOX) - REVISION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 407(c)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 60.40

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, January 1, 1993. NPRM, Judicial, 
August 30, 1994. Final, Statutory, January 1, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
April 30, 1995.

Abstract: The current NSPS for electric utility and industrial steam 
genera generating units was promulgated in 1979 and 1986 respectively. 
A major feature of the NSPS is NOx control through the use of overfire 
air or low NOx burners. Section 407 of the Clean Air Act requires the 
EPA to revise existing NSPS for NOx emissions from fossil-fuel fired 
steam generating units, including electric utility units. These revised 
standards are to reflect improvements in methods for the reduction of 
NOx emissions. At this time the revisions will be based on the 
performance of selective catalytic reduction (SCR) and the format of 
the standard will be changed to an output based standard. Costs to 
industry and regulatory agencies arising from revised NSPS are being 
determined.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3352.

Agency Contact: James A. Eddinger, Environmental Engineer, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Office of Air 
Quality Planning and Standards, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 
27711, 919 541-5426

RIN: 2060-AE56
_______________________________________________________________________

4211. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES TO THE 
FINAL RULE TO PHASEOUT OZONE DEPLETING CHEMICALS

Legal Authority:  PL 101-54, sec 604; Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 84 subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 604 of the Amended Clean Air Act requires the 
phaseout of all ozone depleting substances. This rulemaking will enact 
administrative changes in recordkeeping and reporting requirements to 
facilitate the phaseout of these chemicals, and lessen the burden of 
the reporting companies.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3462.

Agency Contact: Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 6205-J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9185

RIN: 2060-AE70
_______________________________________________________________________

4212. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: SUPPLEMENTAL RULE TO AMEND LEAK 
REPAIR PROVISIONS, EQUIPMENT STANDARDS AND SCOPE OF CHEMICALS TO BE 
RECYCLED UNDER SECTION 608 OF THE AMENDED CAA

Legal Authority:  PL 101-54, sec 608; Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 82 subpart F

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 608 of the Amended Clean Air Act requires the 
development of the National Recycling and Emission Reduction Program 
for Ozone depleting chemicals. This rulemaking will amend the leak 
repair provisions of the existing rules for industrial process 
refrigeration.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    06/01/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected:  All

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3460.

Agency Contact: Cindy Newberg, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 6205-J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9729

RIN: 2060-AE92
_______________________________________________________________________

4213. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: SUPPLEMENTAL RULE TO AMEND 
GRANDFATHERING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR 
NATIONAL RECYCLING

Legal Authority:  PL 101-54, CAA section 608

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 82, subpart F

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 608 of the Amended Clean Air Act requires the 
development of the National Recycling and Emission Reduction Program 
for ozone depleting chemicals. The existing rule requires all servicing 
of air-conditioning and refrigeration technicians to become certified 
as trained technicians. This supplemental rule will amend the 
conditions by which technicals would become grandfathered.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3463.

Agency Contact: Sue Stendebach, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (6205J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9117

RIN: 2060-AF05
_______________________________________________________________________

4214.  AMENDMENT TO THE MVAC RULE TO INCLUDE ALL REFRIGERANTS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401 et seq; Title VI, Section 609

CFR Citation:  42 CFR 82, subpart B

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994.
Both the venting prohibition and the MVAC ``refrigerant'' definition 
expand to cover all refrigerants, beginning 11/15/95, according to 
sections 608 and 609 of the Clean Air Act.

Abstract: This action would facilitate fulfillment of two statutory 
requirements; the extension of the no-venting prohibition to all 
refrigerants under section 608 and the section 609 requirement that the 
term ``refrigerant,'' after November 15, 1995, include substitute 
refrigerants. The action would extend the applicable current 
requirements of the motor vehicle air-conditioning rule to the 
substitute refrigerants. This would require recovery and recycling of 
these refrigerants, in addition to the class I and class II 
refrigerants already covered under the MVAC rule. It would also require 
approved recycling equipment and specific certifications of equipment 
and technicians. The MVAC ``refrigerant'' definition was expanded to 
cover all refrigerants, beginning November 15, 1995, according to 
sections 608 and 609 of the Clean Air Act.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/01/95
Final Action                    10/13/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Sectors Affected:  75 Automotive Repair, Services, and Parking

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3555.

Agency Contact: Christine Dibble, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 401 M Street SW., 6205J, Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-
9147

RIN: 2060-AF35
_______________________________________________________________________

4215.  PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: SUPPLEMENTAL RULE 
REGARDING A RECYCLING STANDARD UNDER SECTION 608

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401 et seq, section 608

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 82, subpart F

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, May 15, 1995.
The current rule sunsets the reclamation standard after May 15, 1995. 
Industry is requesting a change to that sunset, which would require a 
final rule by that 5/15/95 date.

Abstract: The current rule sunsets the requirement that a reclamation 
standard be met, as of May 1, 1995. Several members of the regulated 
community have approached EPA requesting that the requirement not be 
sunseted or that it be replaced with a somewhat less stringent 
standard. This amendment will incorporate a level of continued required 
reclamation and/or recycling standard that the majority of the affected 
industry agrees is beneficial in order to encourage compliance.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/14/94
Final Action                    05/12/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3556.

Agency Contact: Debbie Ottinger, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 401 M Streets SW., 6205J, Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-
9149

RIN: 2060-AF36
_______________________________________________________________________

4216.  AMENDMENT TO THE REFRIGERANT RECYCLING RULE TO INCLUDE ALL 
REFRIGERANTS

Legal Authority:  PL 101-54, section 608 of the Clean Air Act 
Amendments of 1990; 42 USC 7401 et seq Section 608 CAA

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 82, subpart F

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994.
The venting prohibition is extended to all refrigerants as of 11/15/95; 
rules are necessary to inform the regulated community of the means by 
which to prevent venting through

Abstract: This action would facilitate fulfillment of the statutory 
mandate to apply the renting prohibition to substitute refrigerants. 
The action would provide regulations covering recovery/recycling 
equipment, recovery/recycling practices, and applicable certifications 
that would be required to accomplish compliance with the no-venting 
prohibition. Requirements would parallel those of the current section 
608 regulations, expanding applicability, where appropriate, to all 
refrigerants.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/01/95
Final Action                    10/13/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Sectors Affected:  All

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3560.

Agency Contact: Debbie Ottinger, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 401 M Street SW., 6205J, Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-
9149

RIN: 2060-AF37
_______________________________________________________________________

4217.  PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: SUPPLEMENTAL RULE TO 
AMEND LEAK REPAIR PROVISIONS, EQUIPMENT STANDARDS AND SCOPE OF CHEMICALS 
TO BE RECYCLED UNDER SECTION 608 OF THE AMENDED CAA

Legal Authority:  PL 101-54; Section 608 of the Clean Air Act 
Amendments of 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 82, subpart F

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 608 of the Amended Clean Air Act requires the 
development of the National Recycling and Emission Reduction Program 
for ozone depleting chemical. This rulemaking will amend the leak 
repair provisions of existing rules for industrial process 
refrigeration, impose equipment standards for recycling and recovery 
machines, and include requirements to recycle additional chemicals.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Sectors Affected:  All

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3537.

Agency Contact: Sue Stendebach, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 6205-J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-
9117

RIN: 2060-AF52
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                  Final Rule Stage
Clean Air Act (CAA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4218. ENHANCED MONITORING PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, section 114(a)(3)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 64

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 1993. Final, Statutory, 
November 1992. Final, Judicial, December 20, 1994.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed to provide guidance on the 
appropriate enhanced monitoring protocols, recordkeeping and reporting 
requirements for major sources.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/22/93                    58 FR 54648
Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2942.

Agency Contact: Scott Throwe, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (EN-341W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-8699

RIN: 2060-AD18
_______________________________________________________________________

4219. REGISTRATION AND TESTING OF LEAD SUBSTITUTE GASOLINE ADDITIVES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7545

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 80

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1991.

Abstract: Since the late seventies, EPA has had a program to phase down 
lead in gasoline. This was a result of evidence that lead from 
automotive emissions, an air toxic, poses a serious health threat to 
the public. The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 ban the use of leaded 
gasoline in all motor vehicles beginning in January 1996. Additionally, 
it is required that a test procedure for determining lead substitute 
additives' ability to reduce valve wear and to identify other effects 
be established along with procedures for lead substitutes additive 
registration. These latter provisions are intended to assure 
availability of non-lead additives that can be used to protect valves 
in older engines designed for leaded fuel.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/19/91                    56 FR 33229
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2955.

Agency Contact: Lawrence R. Haslett, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, (6406J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9728

RIN: 2060-AD29
_______________________________________________________________________

4220. EMISSION STANDARDS FOR CLEAN-FUEL VEHICLES AND ENGINES, 
REQUIREMENTS FOR CLEAN-FUEL VEHICLE CONVERSIONS AND CALIFORNIA PILOT TEST 
PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7586; 42 USC 7582; 42 USC 7587; 42 USC 7589

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 88

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1992. Final, Judicial, 
May 30, 1994.
for Conversions and Standards.

Abstract: This rulemaking will establish uniform provisions for State 
programs to require certain centrally fueled fleets to include some 
clean-fuel vehicles in their new vehicle purchases. It will include 
regulations governing the light duty vehicle and light duty truck 
clean-fuel vehicle standards, heavy duty engine clean fuel standards, 
and conversion of conventional vehicles to meet clean-fuel fleet 
vehicle requirements. The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 mandate that 
EPA establish a pilot program in the State of California to demonstrate 
the effectiveness of clean-fuel vehicles in controlling air pollution 
in ozone nonattainment areas. As part of this program, EPA must 
promulgate regulations establishing light duty clean-fuel vehicle 
standards, manufacturer sales requirements, and a voluntary opt-in 
program for other States with serious, severe, or extreme ozone 
nonattainment areas.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM Vehicle Conversion and 
Heavy Duty Standards Regs (SAN 
3070)                           06/10/93                    58 FR 32474
NPRM California Pilot Program   06/29/93                    58 FR 34727
Final Clean Fuel Definitions    12/09/93                    58 FR 64679
Final Vehicle Conversion and 
Heavy Duty Standards Regs (SAN 
3070)                           10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2951.
Includes SAN Nos. 3070, 2957, 2951

Agency Contact: Bryan Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 741-7832

RIN: 2060-AD32
_______________________________________________________________________

4221. ACID RAIN OPT-IN REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  PL 101-549; Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, title 
IV

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 74

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 15, 1992.

Abstract: Section 410 of the Clean Air Act Amendments allows sources 
not affected by Title IV to ``opt-in'' to the Title IV Acid Rain SO2 
Allowance Trading Program. The regulation will provide the necessary 
procedures for sources other than electric utility generators to opt 
into the Acid Rain Program.

Timetable:

Combustion Sources  NPRM 09/24/93 (58 FR 50088)  Final 11/00/94

Process Sources  NPRM 03/00/95  Final 03/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local

Additional Information: SAN No. 3009/3357.

Agency Contact: Adam Klinger, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (6204J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9122

RIN: 2060-AD43
_______________________________________________________________________

4222. STANDARDS FOR DEPOSIT CONTROL GASOLINE ADDITIVES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7545

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 80

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 1992.
Other, Judicial, October 15, 1994, Consent decree for interimprogram.
Final, Judicial, June 30, 1995, Consent decree for full program.

Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 mandate EPA to 
promulgate regulations establishing specifications for additives in 
gasoline beginning in 1995 to prevent the accumulation of deposits in 
the engine or fuel supply systems. The establishment of such 
specifications should ensure the use of additives in the 10 to 25 
percent of fuel projected not to contain additives by 1995, as well as 
the proper amount and type of additives to have the desired effect 
without causing negative side effects. Controlling engine and fuel 
supply system deposits is expected to achieve better vehicle 
performance, a significant reduction in in-use emissions, and the 
potential for significant economic advantages due to a decreased need 
for premium gasoline use.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/22/93                    58 FR 64213
(Full Program)  Final Action 07/00/95

(Interim Program)  Final Action 11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3018.

Agency Contact: Jeffrey Herzog, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4227

RIN: 2060-AD71
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4223. REGULATIONS GOVERNING AWARDS UNDER SECTION 113(F) OF THE CLEAN AIR 
ACT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7413(f)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 65

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 113(f) of the Clean Air Act granted to the 
Administrator authority to pay an award to any person who furnishes 
information or services which lead to a criminal conviction or a civil 
penalty for any violation of Title I, III, IV, V, or VI of the Act 
enforced under section 113. Section 113(f) authorizes the Administrator 
to prescribe, by regulation, additional criteria for eligibility for 
such an award. EPA intends that the rule set forth such additional 
criteria. The rule also describes criteria for assessing the value of 
information and services when considering paying an award, and what is 
needed to adequately petition the Administrator for consideration of 
payment. The rule will also provide an assurance of confidentiality to 
those who provide information or services on a confidential basis. 
Furthermore, to implement the goal of the program, the rule will 
provide direction for providing information or services to the Agency.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/03/94                    59 FR 22795
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 2939.

Agency Contact: Clara Poffenberger, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, (EN-341W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-8709

RIN: 2060-AD81
_______________________________________________________________________

4224. ADMINISTRATION OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT AND THE CLEAN WATER ACT WITH 
RESPECT TO CONTRACTS, GRANTS, AND LOANS--LIST OF FACILITIES INELIGIBLE 
FOR FEDERAL PROCUREMENT AND NONPROCUREMENT PROGRAMS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401 et seq, 42 USC 1251 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The existing regulations at 40 CFR part 15 establish a 
special enforcement-related program under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and 
Clean Water Act (CWA), commonly referred to as the ``Contractor Listing 
Program.'' The Contractor Listing Program authorizes EPA to bar 
facilities from federal contracts, grants or loans as a consequence of 
criminal or civil violations of the CAA or CWA. The draft proposed 
revisions to these regulations incorporate new authority granted by the 
CAA amendments of 1990. The amendments expand the criminal violations 
for which a facility may be listed and also give EPA the discretion to 
list other facilities of the owner or operator.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/00/94
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3221.

Agency Contact: Tom Seaton, Office of Enforcement, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, (LE-133), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-6931

RIN: 2060-AD83
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4225. EMISSION STANDARDS FOR GASEOUS-FUELED VEHICLES AND CERTIFICATION 
PROCEDURES FOR AFTERMARKET CONVERSIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7521(a); 42 USC 754(C); 42 USC 7601(A)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 85; 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 600

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: There are currently no emission standards for motor vehicles 
operating on gaseous fuels (i.e., natural gas and liquefied petroleum). 
Also, there are no certification procedures for aftermarket 
conversions. In order to put gaseous-fueled vehicles on an equal 
footing with other vehicles, EPA has proposed emission standards and 
certification procedures for gaseous-fueled vehicles which are largely 
the same as those currently in place for other vehicles. Also, EPA has 
proposed certification procedures for aftermarket conversions based on 
the new vehicle certification procedures.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/05/92                    57 FR 52912
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3285-2763.

Agency Contact: John Mueller, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4275

RIN: 2060-AD86
_______________________________________________________________________

4226. INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS--PROVISIONS FOR 
REDESIGNATION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7511 (A)(2)(b) and (A)(2)(b)(2)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action specifies requirements for SIP approval as it 
relates to Inspection/Maintenance requirements when a state submits a 
request to be redesignated to attainment for one of the national 
ambient air quality standards.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/28/94
Final Action                    01/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3261.

Agency Contact: Eugene J. Tierney, Chief, Inspection/Maintenance 
Section, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 2565 
Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4456

RIN: 2060-AE21
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4227. NATIONAL EMISSIONS STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS AS IT 
APPLIES TO NUCLEAR POWER REACTORS LICENSED BY THE NUCLEAR REGULATORY 
COMMISSION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7607(d)(7)(B)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 61 supbart I

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 112(d)(9) of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 
(CAAA) provides the EPA with the Authority not to regulate NRC-
licensees under Section 112, if the agency, by rule and in consultation 
with the NRC, determines that the NRC regulatory program provides an 
ample margin of safety to protect the public health. EPA analyzed the 
public health risks posed by nuclear power plants to determine whether 
NRC's regulatory program for air emissions provides an ample margin of 
safety to protect the public health. EPA has determined that the NRC 
regulatory program results in sufficiently low doses to meet the Clean 
Air Act requirement of providing an ample margin of safety to protect 
the public health. Based on these findings, EPA will issue a final rule 
to rescind Subpart I of 40 CFR Part 61 as it applies to nuclear power 
reactors.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/05/91                    56 FR 37196
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 2887.

Agency Contact: Fran Jonesi, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (6602J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9229

RIN: 2060-AE38
_______________________________________________________________________

4228. NESHAPS PERTAINING TO FACILITIES OTHER THAN COMMERCIAL NUCLEAR 
POWER REACTORS LICENSED BY THE NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION (NRC) OR BY 
NRC AGREEMENT STATES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7607(d)(7)(B)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 61 subpart I

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In accordance with section 112(d)(9) of the Clean Air Act 
Amendments of 1990 (CAAA), EPA is considering whether or not to issue a 
final rule to rescind Subpart I of 40 CFR Part 61, as it applies to 
facilities licensed by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or NRC 
Agreement States which are not engaged in the generation of nuclear 
power (57 FR 56877, December 1, 1992). Section 112(d)(9) gives EPA the 
authority to decline to regulate NRC-licensees after the Administrator 
makes a determination, by rule, and in consultation with the Nuclear 
Regulatory Commission (NRC), that the regulatory program established by 
the NRC pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act provides an ample margin of 
safety to protect the public health. Several issues have arisen since 
EPA issued the proposal rescission which must be resolved before EPA 
can make the requisite legal finding pursuant to Section 112(d)(9). EPA 
has decided that it will not issue the final rescission until after 
NRC's program is strengthened and provides an ample margin of safety to 
protect the public health.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/92                    57 FR 56877
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3146.

Agency Contact: Gale Bonanno, Attorney Advisor, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 401 M Street SW., ORIA - 6602J, 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9219

RIN: 2060-AE39
_______________________________________________________________________

4229. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: MOBILE AIR-CONDITIONING RECOVER-
ONLY STANDARD; SUPPLEMENTAL RULE

Legal Authority:  PL 101-54, Sec 609; Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 82 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On July 14, 1992, EPA published a final regulation on the 
servicing of motor vehicle air-conditioners. That rule established that 
two types of equipment could be used in service: equipment that 
recovers and recycles refrigerant or equipment that only recovers 
refrigerant from the motor vehicle. The refrigerant from recover only 
equipment must then be recycled on-site or sent off-site for 
reclamation. The July 14, 1992, final rule contains the equipment 
standard for recycling equipment in Appendix A, but the recover only 
equipment standard was proposed separately in a supplemental proposal 
published April 22, 1992. This rule will finalize the recover only 
standard as Appendix B in the motor vehicle servicing regulation.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/22/93                    57 FR 14763
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3347.

Agency Contact: Christine Dibble, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Mail Code 6205-J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 233-9147

RIN: 2060-AE52
_______________________________________________________________________

4230. ACID RAIN PROGRAM, REVISIONS OF SUBSTITUTION AND REDUCED 
UTILIZATION REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  PL 101-549 Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, title IV

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 72

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA plans to propose revisions of the regulations concerning 
the designation of substitution and compensating units in order to 
ensure that they are consistent with the purposes and requirements of 
Title IV.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/18/93                    58 FR 60950
Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Local

Additional Information: SAN No. 3319.

Agency Contact: Dwight C. Alpern, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Acid Rain Division (6204J), 401 M Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9151

RIN: 2060-AE59
_______________________________________________________________________

4231. ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS SERVICE INFORMATION AVAILABLE

Legal Authority:  CAA 202(m)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would define service information to be made 
available to the automotive aftermarket. This information is necessary 
to repair and service automobiles.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Sectors Affected:  371 Motor Vehicles and Motor Vehicle Equipment; 754 
Automotive Services, Except Repair

Additional Information: SAN No. 3457.

Agency Contact: Cheryl Adelman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4434

RIN: 2060-AE93
_______________________________________________________________________

4232. NSPS: SYNTHETIC ORGANIC CHEMICALS MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY - 
WASTEWATER

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 60

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, August 31, 1994.

Abstract: This rule will develop a new source performance standard to 
control air emissions of volatile organic compounds from wastewater 
treatment operations at the synthetic chemical manufacturing industry.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/12/94                    59 FR 46780
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Sectors Affected:  28 Chemicals and Allied Products

Additional Information: SAN No. 3380.

Agency Contact: Bob Lucas, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 2711, 919 541-0884

RIN: 2060-AE94
_______________________________________________________________________

4233. APPLICATION OF MANDATORY SANCTIONS UNDER TITLE V OF THE CLEAN AIR 
ACT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401, et seq (Clean Air Act)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 71

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 15, 1995.

Abstract: Section 502 of the Clean Air Act mandates the Administrator 
to apply sanctions, identified in section 179(b), in those cases where 
a State Implementation Plan has not been submitted, or has been 
disapproved, or is not being adequately administered or enforced, or 
has passed the point of expiration of interim approval. Two kinds of 
sanctions are included in section 179: a requirement for 2-to-1 
emission offsets, and the withdrawal of Federal highway funds. This 
action will streamline the process of deciding the order of application 
of these sanctions.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/07/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: SAN No. 3500.

Agency Contact: Leo H. Stander, Jr., Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards, MD-15, 
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-2402

RIN: 2060-AE96
_______________________________________________________________________

4234. ADDITION OF METHODS 204, 204A - 204F FOR MEASUREMENT OF VOC 
EMISSIONS FROM STATIONARY SOURCES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7410

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) fix up 
rule requires States to adopt enforceable VOC rules. An accurate 
technique for determining capture efficiency (CE) had not been 
available in the past. This action would add seven methods to determine 
VOC emissions from stationary sources. These methods can be used to 
determine CE when used in various combinations.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/95
NPRM                            12/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3016.

Agency Contact: Candace Sorrell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Emission Measurement Branch (MD-19), Research Triangle 
Park, NC 27711, 919 541-1064

RIN: 2060-AF02
_______________________________________________________________________

4235. REGULATION OF FUELS AND FUEL ADDITIVES: INDIVIDUAL FOREIGN REFINERY 
BASELINE REQUIREMENTS FOR REFORMULATED GASOLINE

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 70

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA has proposed to amend the reformulated gasoline 
regulations to define criteria and procedures by which foreign refiners 
may establish individual refinery baselines that reflect the properties 
and volume of the gasoline that was produced at their refineries in 
1990 and imported for use within the United States. Where the requisite 
showing could be made through a petition process, importers of 
reformulated gasoline produced at the foreign refinery would be allowed 
to use these individual foreign refinery baseline values to demonstrate 
compliance with the reformulated gasoline standards for gasoline 
imported into the United States only during the period 1995 through 
1997. These baselines would apply only to a volume of gasoline each 
year equal the foreign refinery's 1990 import volume, and would be 
subject to certain limitations and conditions. The proposal would allow 
imported reformulated gasoline to be evaluated relative to individual 
foreign refinery baselines in a manner that is similar to that 
applicable to reformulated gasoline produced at domestic refineries. 
(cont)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/22/94                    59 FR 22800
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: 
SAN No. 3524
ABSTRACT CONT: Individual foreign refinery baselines could be used only 
with reformulated gasoline under this final rule, and such baselines 
could not be used with conventional gasoline.

Agency Contact: Meredith G. Miller, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, (6406J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9031

RIN: 2060-AF13
_______________________________________________________________________

4236.  NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR) REFORM RULEMAKING

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments, Title 1

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51.160 to 51.166; 40 CFR app S; 40 CFR 52.21; 40 
CFR 52.24

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to amend EPA's existing NSR 
regulations, including prevention of significant deterioration (PSD) to 
reduce the level of program complexity. In addition, certain other 
revisions will be made to improve the clarity of the existing 
regulatory language. This rulemaking will satisfy obligations under 
Exhibit B of the settlement agreement in Chemical Manufacturers vs. 
EPA, No. 79-112 (D.C. Cir.). The regulations contain procedures for 
reviewing, permitting, and specifying controls for the construction and 
modification of major air pollution sources in attainment and 
nonattainment areas. Several NSR regulations will be affected, 
including the State implementation requirements for the Federal PSD 
program (40 CFR 52.21), the Federal restrictions on new construction 
(40 CFR 52.24).

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/31/95
Final Action                    01/31/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Sectors Affected:  Multiple

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3259.

Agency Contact: Bill Lamason/Larry Elmore, Environmental Protection 
Agency, Air and Radiation, Office of Air Quality Planning and 
Standards, MD-15, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5374

RIN: 2060-AF21
_______________________________________________________________________

4237.  ACID RAIN PROGRAM: REVISIONS TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL 
REGULATIONS UNDER TITLE IV OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7601

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 78.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revisions to clarify whether administrative appeals are 
prerequisite for judicial review of final actions by the administrator 
under the Acid Rain Program.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Local

Sectors Affected:  491 Electric Services

Additional Information: SAN No. 3570.

Agency Contact: Dwight C. Alpern, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 6204J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-
9151

RIN: 2060-AF43
_______________________________________________________________________

4238.  ACID RAIN PROGRAM: DELETION OF CERTAIN UNITS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7651, et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 73.10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Acid Rain Program requires affected utility units to hold 
allowances sufficient to cover emissions of SO2, have an Acid Rain 
Permit under part 72, and meet appropriate monitoring requirements 
under part 75. Many affected units are listed in 40 CFR 73.10 tables 2 
and 3. In the process of implementing the Acid Rain Program, EPA has 
learned that several units listed in the tables should not be affected 
by the Acid Rain Program requirements. This action would delete 
specific named units from the tables.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/14/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  491 Electric Services

Additional Information: SAN No. 3573.

Agency Contact: Kathy Barylski, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 6204J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-
9074

RIN: 2060-AF46
_______________________________________________________________________

4239.  TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO EVAPORATIVE EMISSION PROCEDURE

Legal Authority:  CAA 202(a); CAA 202(k)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This direct final rule involves technical amendments to the 
evaporative emission test procedure published March 24, 1993 (58 FR 
16002). EPA's intent is to improve the test through changes to some of 
the detailed test specifications, in most cases simplifying the test or 
providing better control of test variables. EPA will not make any 
changes that affect the stringency of the test.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: 
SAN NO. 3540

Agency Contact: Alan Stout, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, EVRB, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 741-7805

RIN: 2060-AF49
_______________________________________________________________________

4240. REVISIONS TO PART 35, SUBPART A SECTION 105 AIR GRANT REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act section 105

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 35, subpart A

Legal Deadline: None
In order to assure that state, local, and tribal agencies are still 
eligible to receive a section 105 air grant in FY 1995, the interim 
final rule must be in place before October 1, 1994.

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to revise the current air grant 
regulations contained in 40 CFR 35, subpart A, so that they are 
consistent to the changes made to section 105 as a result of enactment 
of the 1990 Clean Air Act. The Act also directed EPA to reexamine and 
revise, as necessary, certain aspects of the air grant cost-sharing 
relationship that must now be revised to reflect the impact of: (1) the 
Title V permit fee provisions contained in 40 CFR 20 and (2) a recent 
OGC opinion prohibiting the use of Title V fees to help meet the 
nonfederal contribution requirements of the section 105 air grant 
program. This revision includes the introduction of a provision to 
allow recipients to receive (upon demonstration to, and approval by, 
the Administrator) a waiver from certain cost-sharing requirements for 
a limited time.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3446.

Agency Contact: William Houck, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (6101), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-1754

RIN: 2060-AF03
_______________________________________________________________________

4241. NAAQS: SULFUR DIOXIDE (REVIEW)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7409/CAA 109

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 50.4; 40 CFR 50.5

Legal Deadline:  Other, Judicial, October 31, 1994.
Deadline is for final action or reproposal.

Abstract: On April 26, 1988, EPA announced its proposed decision not to 
revise the current standards. The notice also solicited comment on the 
alternative of adding a new 1-hour standard and certain other 
revisions. On or before October 31, 1994, EPA is to either: 1) take 
final action on the primary standard portion of the 1988 proposal; or 
2) repropose. EPA completed action on the Secondary Standard portion of 
the 1988 proposal on April 23, 1993.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/02/79                    44 FR 56730
NPRM                            04/26/88                    53 FR 14926
Final Action or Reproposal      10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 1002.
(Primary Standard).
Docket No. A-84-25.

Agency Contact: John Haines, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-12), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5533

RIN: 2060-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________

4242. NSPS: MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILLS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7411/CAA 111

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 60

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to develop standards for 
regulating emissions from new and modified municipal solid waste 
landfills under Section 111(b). Pollutants to be regulated could 
include one or more designated pollutants (pollutants not regulated 
under Sections 108 or 112 of the CAA) thus invoking Section 111(d). 
Section 111(d) requires States to develop emission standards for 
existing landfills based on EPA guidelines.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/30/91                    56 FR 24468
Notice of Availability          06/21/93                    58 FR 33790
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2535.

Agency Contact: Mark Najarian, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5393

RIN: 2060-AC42
_______________________________________________________________________

4243. NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR COLD CLEANING OPERATIONS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act section 111(b)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 60

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, August 31, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
August 31, 1995.

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to develop new source 
performance standards for cold cleaning operations to control VOC 
emissions. Emissions sources to be controlled are fugitive VOC solvent 
emissions from cold cleaning operations for new sources. This 
rulemaking is under a consent decree in which the Agency has to propose 
no later than August 31, 1994. This rule is being developed through the 
CAA Streamlined Method.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/31/94
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Sectors Affected:  753 Automotive Repair Shops; 554 Gasoline Service 
Stations; 39 Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries

Additional Information: SAN No. 3382.

Agency Contact: Paul Almodovar, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Md-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0283

RIN: 2060-AF08
_______________________________________________________________________

4244.  REVISION TO STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR NEW STATIONARY 
SOURCES: AUTOMOBILE AND LIGHT DUTY TRUCK SURFACE COATING OPERATION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, section 111

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 60

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would complete a revision to the automobile and 
light-duty truck assembly plant new source performance standard (NSPS) 
for prime coat operations. The revised standard would accurately 
reflect the performance of cathodic electrodeposition prime coat 
operations at all levels of production. Cathodic electrodeposition is a 
low volatile organic compound (VOC) content waterborne coating applied 
at high voltage from a large dip tank.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3515.

Agency Contact: David Salman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0859

RIN: 2060-AF14
_______________________________________________________________________

4245. NESHAP: CHROMIUM ELECTROPLATING

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Judicial, November 23, 1994.

Abstract: Chromium compounds are among the pollutants listed as 
hazardous under Section 112 of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. 
The EPA will propose to develop standards for chromium emissions from 
electroplating operations. Hard, decorative, and anodizing operations 
may be affected. The standards could require the use of maximum 
achievable control technology pursuant to the Clean Air Act Amendments 
of 1990.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/16/93                    58 FR 65767
Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2841.

Agency Contact: Lalit Banker, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5420

RIN: 2060-AC14
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4246. NESHAP: ETHYLENE OXIDE FROM COMMERCIAL STERILIZATION

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Judicial, November 23, 1994.

Abstract: This standard would control ethylene oxide sterilizers (other 
than hospital sterilizers).

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/07/94                    59 FR 10591
Final Action                    11/23/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2484.

Agency Contact: David Markwordt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0837

RIN: 2060-AC28
_______________________________________________________________________

4247. NESHAP: HALOGENATED SOLVENT CLEANING

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, November 15, 1993. Final, Judicial, 
November 15, 1994.

Abstract: An NSPS was proposed for this source category in 1980. 
Subsequently, in 1987, the Agency solicited public participation in 
information gathering in preparation for a decision on whether to 
regulate this source category under the NESHAP program, the NSPS 
program, or both. The NESHAP regulations are being developed and would 
apply to new and existing organic halogenated solvent cleaners 
(degreasers) using any of the hazardous air pollutants listed in the 
Clean Air Act, as amended. The Agency proposed a rule for this project 
on November 29, 1993 (58 FR 62566), and by consent decree has to 
promulgate the rule within twelve (12) months of the proposal.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Notice (Public Participation)   08/17/87                    52 FR 29548
NPRM                            11/29/93                    58 FR 62566
Final Action                    11/15/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 1695.

Agency Contact: Paul Almodovar, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0283

RIN: 2060-AC31
_______________________________________________________________________

4248. GUIDANCE FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SECTION 112(G)--MODIFICATIONS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112(g)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 1992.

Abstract: Guidance in the form of a rulemaking is being developed in 
accordance with the requirements of section 112(g) of the Clean Air Act 
Amendments of 1990 for modified, constructed and reconstructed major 
sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). This guidance sets de 
minimis levels of applicability to regulation for changes to major 
sources for the 189 listed HAPs and establishes a ranking for 
determinations of offsets of modifications to existing sources. 
Guidance is also issued for case-by-case MACT determinations that apply 
to constructed and reconstructed major sources or to existing sources 
which cannot offset emission increases above de minimis levels.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/01/94                    59 FR 15504
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2932.

Agency Contact: Jane Caldwell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0328

RIN: 2060-AD06
_______________________________________________________________________

4249. NESHAP: STAGE I GASOLINE DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
November 23, 1994.

Abstract: Gasoline vapors contain about ten of the hazardous air 
pollutants (HAPs) listed in Section 112 of the Clean Air Act Amendments 
of 1990. These HAP emissions occur during transferring and storage 
operations. Facilities being analyzed are bulk gasoline terminals and 
plants, pipeline facilities, and gasoline service stations. Control 
alternatives of major sources of emissions (large size terminals and 
pipeline facilities) were the only facilities affected by the proposal. 
Costs average about sixteen million dollars per year with benefits of 
about three thousand tons of HAPs reduced, and about fifty thousand 
tons of volatile organic compounds.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/08/94                     59 FR 5868
Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 2926.

Agency Contact: Stephen A. Shedd, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5397

RIN: 2060-AD93
_______________________________________________________________________

4250. NESHAP: PETROLEUM REFINING - OTHER SOURCES NOT DISTINCTLY LISTED

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, June 30, 1994. Final, Statutory, 
November 15, 1994. Final, Judicial, June 30, 1995.

Abstract: Title III of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 requires 
EPA to develop emission standards for 189 hazardous air pollutants 
(HAPs). Petroleum refining is among the potential source categories to 
be regulated under Section 112 of the CAA. Sources of emissions within 
petroleum refineries include process vents, equipment leaks, wastewater 
collection and treatment facilities, and storage vessels.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/30/94                    59 FR 36130
Final Action                    06/30/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3168.

Agency Contact: James F. Durham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5672

RIN: 2060-AD94
_______________________________________________________________________

4251. NESHAP: POLYMERS AND RESINS, GROUP II

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Judicial, February 28, 1995.

Abstract: This regulation will control emissions of hazardous air 
pollutants (HAPs) from epoxy resin production and non-nylon polyamide 
resin production processes. These processes were included on the 
initial list of categories of sources that was published by the EPA in 
July 1992. Emissions from process vents equipment leaks, wastewater and 
storage will be addressed by this regulation for both new and existing 
facilities.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/16/94                    59 FR 25387
Final Action                    02/28/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2945.

Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5402

RIN: 2060-AD97
_______________________________________________________________________

4252. NESHAP: MAGNETIC TAPE MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
November 23, 1994.

Abstract: EPA is developing a NESHAP for the major source category of 
magnetic tape manufacturing. This industry manufactures audio video and 
computer tape by coating a substrate (tape) with a solvent-based 
magnetic coating. The primary HAPs used in this industry are methyl 
ethyl ketone, methyl isobutyl ketone, and toluene. These are used both 
as a solvent for heating and as a cleaning solution for cleaning 
operations. EPA promulgated an NSPS for this industry in 1988. The 
standards for the NESHAP are to be technology-based and are to require 
the maximum achievable control technology (MACT) as described in 
section 112 of the CAA.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/11/94                    59 FR 11662
Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2946.

Agency Contact: Gail Lacy, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5261

RIN: 2060-AD99
_______________________________________________________________________

4253. NESHAP: AEROSPACE INDUSTRY

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act of 1990, section 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
July 31, 1995.

Abstract: This NESHAP will be based on maximum achievable control 
technology (MACT). The NESHAP will address hazardous air pollutants 
(HAPs) emitted by facilities that manufacture or rework military and 
commercial aircraft, subassemblies, and aircraft parts. The majority of 
HAP emissions from the category come from solvent usage (i.e. MEK, 
MIBK, toluene, methylene chloride, etc.) EPA is also working to develop 
a control technology guideline document in this action.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/06/94                    59 FR 29216
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3075.

Agency Contact: Vickie Boothe, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5426

RIN: 2060-AE02
_______________________________________________________________________

4254. NESHAP: SECONDARY LEAD SMELTING

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 112

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994. Final, Judicial, 
May 31, 1995.

Abstract: Secondary lead smelters are a major source of hazardous air 
pollutants. Potential emissions include compounds of lead, antimony, 
and cadmium; hazardous organic compounds including benzene, methyl 
chloride, butadiene; and hydrochloric acid. The standard will establish 
maximum achievable control technology requirements for process 
furnaces, process fugitive emissions, and fugitive dust sources. 
Proposed rules were issued by the Administration on May 27, 1994.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/27/94                    59 FR 29750
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3193.

Agency Contact: George Streit, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-2364

RIN: 2060-AE04
_______________________________________________________________________

4255. NESHAP--CYANIDE CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, sec 112 as amended November 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.
EPA is required to promulgate 50% of the source categories listed in 
Section 112(e) by 11/15/97. The cyanide chemical manufacturing source 
category is among those included in the 50%.

Abstract: Cyanide compounds are among the pollutants listed as 
hazardous air pollutants in Section 112 of the Clean Air Act Amendments 
of 1990. As a consequence, the EPA has determined that sources that 
manufacture cyanide compounds may reasonable be anticipated to emit 
cyanide compounds in quantities sufficient to qualify them as major 
sources. Three source categories that either produce hydrogen cyanide 
or use it in the production of other chemicals, specifically cyanuric 
chloride and sodium cyanide, are on the initial list of HAP emitting 
source categories selected for regulation. The results of an initial 
assessment of the three source categories conducted by the Agency 
indicated that the facilities comprising each of the three source 
categories qualify as SOCMI sources. An interim final notice will be 
prepared proposing the addition of the cyanide chemical manufacturing 
source categories to the list of SOCMI processes to be regulated under 
the Hazardous Organic NESHAP.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3341.

Agency Contact: Philip B. Mulrine, Environmental Engineer, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, Office of Air 
Quality Planning and Standards, ESD/ISB, Research Triangle Park, NC 
27711, 919 541-5489

RIN: 2060-AE45
_______________________________________________________________________

4256. PERMITS FOR EARLY REDUCTIONS SOURCES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under section 112(i)(5) of the Clean Air Act, a source that 
demonstrates achieving qualifying early reductions of hazardous air 
pollutants may obtain a six-year extension from an otherwise applicable 
section 112(d) emission standard compliance date. Qualifying sources 
are to be issued a Title V permit containing an alternative emission 
limitation, to be met by the source until the compliance extension 
expires. However, permit applications from certain early reduction 
sources are to be submitted by April 30, 1994, which is prior to the 
time any States will have approved Title V permitting programs. 
Therefore, in order to avoid not having a mechanism to process the 
incoming permit applications (until such time as State programs are 
effective), this rulemaking establishes an interim federal program for 
issuing specialty Title V permits.
The rulemaking, which is patterned closely on the features of the 
promulgated part 70 rule for State Title V programs, provides for EPA 
Regional Offices to issue the permits to qualifying early reduction 
sources. Such permits would encompass only the early reductions source 
and only hazardous air pollutant (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/29/93                    58 FR 68804
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  286 Industrial Organic Chemicals; 283 Drugs; 28 
Chemicals and Allied Products

Additional Information: SAN No. 3192.
ABSTRACT CONT: emissions. No other applicable requirements of the Act 
would be addressed. An existing specialty permit would be incorporated 
later into the comprehensive title V permit issued later to the 
facility containing the early reductions source.

Agency Contact: David Beck, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5421

RIN: 2060-AF10
_______________________________________________________________________

4257.  DECISION ON THE PETITION TO REMOVE CAPROLACTAM FROM THE 
LIST OF H HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act section 112(b)(3).

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 19, 1995.

Abstract: This action will address the Agency's decision on the 
petition to remove caprolactam from the list of hazardous air 
pollutants under section 112(b)(3)(C) of the Clean Air Act amendments.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/19/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3046.

Agency Contact: Nancy Pate, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5347

RIN: 2060-AF33
_______________________________________________________________________

4258. FIELD CITATION PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7413(d)/CAAA 113(d)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 59

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments gives EPA the authority to issue 
on-the-spot field citations for minor violations of the Clean Air Act, 
with penalties of up to $5,000 per day of violation. Section 113(d) of 
the Act requires the field citation program to be implemented through 
regulations which provide the informal hearing procedures. These 
hearing procedures are not required to be as rigorous as those imposed 
by the Administrative Procedures Act (APA), but nevertheless must 
provide due process. Agency guidance providing appropriate penalties 
for specific minor violations will be prepared for EPA employees and 
made available to the regulated community. Training on the issuance of 
field citations will also be developed.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/03/94                    59 FR 22776
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 2937.

Agency Contact: Jane Engert, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (EN-341W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-8677

RIN: 2060-AD82
_______________________________________________________________________

4259. STANDARDS FOR TANK VESSEL LOADING OPERATIONS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, sec 183

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 90

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 1992. Final, Judicial, 
April 30, 1995.

Abstract: This regulation will control volatile organic compounds 
(VOCs) and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) emissions from tank vessel 
loading operations. A regulation is required by Section 183 of the 
Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. Approximately 65,000 megagrams of 
VOCs (of which 8,000 megagrams are HAPs) are emitted annually from tank 
vessel loading operations.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/13/94                    59 FR 25004
Final Action                    04/30/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3104.

Agency Contact: David Markwordt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-0837

RIN: 2060-AD02
_______________________________________________________________________

4260. CONTROL TECHNOLOGY GUIDELINES (CTG)

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, sec 183(a)

CFR Citation:  Not applicable

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 1993.

Abstract: The Clean Air Act requires EPA to issue control technology 
guidelines (CTG's) for 13, including two specifically named, source 
categories by November 15, 1993. A CTG was published by this date for 
two source categories - chemical plant distillation and reactor process 
vents. Draft CTG's for volatile organic liquid storage, batch 
operations, and waste- water processes have been published for public 
comment. Final CTG's for these and the remaining eight source 
categories will be published in 1995. Meanwhile, States are required to 
develop rules for these categories by November 15, 1994. EPA is in the 
process of issuing alternative control techniques (ACT) documents for 
these source categories as an interim measure for States to use for 
this purpose. ACT's differ from CTG's in that they are information 
documents only; they do not contain recommended control levels. In 
addition, a draft CTG for wood furniture is continuing to be developed 
as part of a regulatory negotiation for that industry.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Notice and Document 
(aerospace)                     11/15/94                    58 FR 60197
Final Notice and Document (for 
all other CTGs)                 00/00/00
Final Notice and Document (for 
chemical plant distillation and 
reactors, process vents)        00/00/00
Final Notice and Document 
(shipbuilding)                  00/00/00
Final Notice and Document (wood 
furniture)                      00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3029.

Agency Contact: Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-5605

RIN: 2060-AD05
_______________________________________________________________________

4261.  ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS: REVISION TO REQUIREMENTS FOR STORAGE 
OF ENGINE CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH EXTINGUISHING A MALFUNCTION 
INDICATOR LIGHT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7521/CAA 202(m)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The federal On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) final rulemaking 
section 86.094-17(d), requires that, ``If a malfunction has previously 
been detected, the MIL may be extinguished if the malfunction does not 
reoccur during three subsequent sequential trips during which engine 
speed is within 375 rpm, engine load is within 10 percent, and the 
engine's warm-up status is the same as that under which the malfunction 
was first detected, and no new malfunctions have been detected.'' 
California has adopted the same requirement, but has limited its 
applicability to fuel system and engine misfire malfunctions while the 
federal requirement applies to all malfunctions. California allows MIL 
illumination associated with all other malfunctions to be extinguished 
after undergoing three subsequent trips without recurrence of the malfu 
nction, regardless of undergoing similar engine conditions.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: 
SAN No. 3541.
ABSTRACT CONT: In the interest of minimizing the differences between 
federal OBD and California OBD II requirements, and because recent 
information made available to the Agency suggests that limiting similar 
conditions data storage to misfire and fuel system malfunctions is most 
appropriate, we intend to issue this rulemaking to require the same 
similar conditions data storage as required by the OBD II rulemaking.

Agency Contact: Todd Sherwood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4405

RIN: 2060-AF20
_______________________________________________________________________

4262. AMENDMENTS TO REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE IMPORTATION OF 
NONCONFORMING VEHICLES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7522/CAA 203; 42 USC 7525/CAA 206; 42 USC 
7541/CAA 207; 42 USC 7542/CAA 208; 42 USC 7601/CAA 301; 42 USC 7522/CAA 
203; 42 USC 7550/CAA 216; 42 USC 7601/CAA 301

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 85

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will consider amendments to the regulations in 40 
CFR part 85, Subpart P to allow entry into the U.S. of vehicles which 
are originally sold in Canada and which are identical to their U.S. 
counterparts, to be certified as commercial importers without obtaining 
a certificate of conformity from EPA. This action is in response to a 
petition for review of import rules. EPA will also clarify and change 
certain other issues in part 85, subpart P and subpart R, including: 1) 
formalizing a longstanding EPA policy regarding the importation of 
owned vehicles that are proven to be identical to a vehicle certified 
for sale in the U.S., 2) establishing emission standards applicable to 
imported nonconforming vehicles, 3) clarifying the regulatory language 
that concerns exclusions and exemptions from meeting Federal emission 
requirements, and 4) providing several clarifications to the existing 
regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/24/94                    59 FR 13912
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2665.

Agency Contact: Len Lazarus, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (6405-J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9281

RIN: 2060-AC58
_______________________________________________________________________

4263. NONCONFORMANCE PENALTIES FOR 1998 MODEL YEAR EMISSION STANDARDS FOR 
HEAVY-DUTY ENGINES AND VEHICLES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7525/CAA 206

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86.1105

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will address the availability of nonconformance 
penalties (NCPs) and specific upper limits and penalty rates for 1998 
and later emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles (HDVs) and engines 
(HDEs). The availability of NCPs will allow a manufacturer of HDVs and 
HDEs whose vehicle engines fail to conform to certain applicable 
emission standards, but do not exceed designated upper limits, to be 
issued a certificate of conformity upon payment of a monetary penalty. 
The issues involving NCPs, the administration of NCPs, and production 
compliance audits may be addressed.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/22/94                    59 FR 43074
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3097.

Agency Contact: Leo Breton, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (6405J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9245

RIN: 2060-AE07
_______________________________________________________________________

4264. ALTERNATIVE TEST PROCEDURE FOR THE VOLUNTARY AFTERMARKET PART 
CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7541(b)/CAA 207(b)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 85

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would adopt an alternative testing procedure to 
be used in the voluntary aftermarket part certification program for 
certifying aftermarket parts. Currently only the full Federal Test 
Procedure and Emission Critical Parameters for Specified Parts are 
acceptable test procedures for this program. A proposed rulemaking was 
published on August 8, 1989. Based on the public comments received and 
further analysis, EPA developed a supplemental notice of proposed 
rulemaking which was published on January 30, 1991. Analysis of all 
public comments are complete and work on the final rulemaking is under 
way.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/08/89                    54 FR 32598
NPRM (Supplemental)             01/30/91                     56 FR 3746
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2637.

Agency Contact: John L. Wehrly, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 2565 Plymouth Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, 313 668-4286

RIN: 2060-AC50
_______________________________________________________________________

4265. REGULATIONS GOVERNING PRIOR NOTICE OF CITIZEN SUITS BROUGHT UNDER 
SECTION 304 OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7604

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 54

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 304 of the Clean Air Act grants to citizens the 
authority to bring suits for violations of the Clean Air Act. This 
proposal amends the existing citizen suit notice provisions to: 1) 
reflect changes made to Section 304 in the 1990 Amendments, including 
the express inclusion of notice requirements for suits against the 
Administrator alleging Agency action unreasonably delayed; 2) clarify, 
for each type of citizen action requiring notice, the timing of such 
notice; and 3) conform CAA notice practice more closely to the practice 
under other, more recent citizen suit notice regulation promulgated 
pursuant to other Federal environmental statutes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/10/93                     58 FR 7870
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 2940.
Additional Contact: Jerry MacLaughlin, Mail Code 2242, OE 202-260-2842.

Agency Contact: Suzanne Childress, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (EN-341W), Washington, DC 20460, 703 308-8706

RIN: 2060-AD80
_______________________________________________________________________

4266.  ACID RAIN PROGRAM: REVISED GROUP 1, PHASE II, NOX EMISSION 
LIMITATIONS

Legal Authority:  Section 407 of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 76 (Revision)

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 1, 1997.

Abstract: Section 407 of the Clean Air Act Amendments (CAAA) of 1990 
requires that EPA establish nitrogen oxide (NOx) emission limitations 
for different types of coal-fired boilers using a two-phase program. 
During Phase I, in regulations promulgated March 22, 1994, EPA 
established emission limitations (in LB/MMBTU) for tangentially fired 
and dry bottom waste-fired boilers (Group 1), based on low NOx burner 
technology (LMBT). During Phase II, the EPA may revise these NOx 
limitations to be more stringent if more effective LNBT becomes 
available. This rulemaking will revise the existing Phase I NOx 
emission limitations for Phase II affected, Group 1 boilers.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/01/97

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected:  491 Electric Services

Additional Information: SAN No. 3571.

Agency Contact: Peter Tsirigotis, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 6204J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-
9133

RIN: 2060-AF44
_______________________________________________________________________

4267.  NOX EMISSION LIMITATIONS FOR GROUP 2 BOILERS

Legal Authority:  Section 407 of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 76 (Revision)

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 1, 1997.

Abstract: Section 407 of the Clean Air Act Amendments (CAAA) of 1990 
requires that EPA establish nitrogen oxide (NOx) emission limitations 
for different types of coal-fired boilers using a two-phase program. 
During Phase I, in regulations promulgated March 22, 1994, EPA 
established emission limitations (in LB/MMBTU) for tangentially fired 
and dry bottom wall-fired boilers (Group 1), based on low NOx burner 
technology (LNBT). During Phase II, the EPA may revise these NOx 
limitations to be more stringent if more effective LNBT becomes 
available. Additionally, under section 407(b)(2), EPA must establish 
NOx emission limitations for wet bottom wall-fired boilers, cyclone 
boilers, boilers applying cell burner technology, and all other types 
of utility boilers. This rulemaking will establish NOx emission 
limitations for Group 2 boilers.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/01/97

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected:  491 Electric Services

Additional Information: SAN No. 3575.

Agency Contact: Peter Tsirigotis, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, 6204J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, Dc 20460, 202 233-
9133

RIN: 2060-AF48
_______________________________________________________________________

4268. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: LABELING; SUPPLEMENTAL RULE

Legal Authority:  PL 101-549, Sec 611; Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 82

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This supplement to the final rule (58 FR 8136), published on 
February 11, 1993, purposes to exempt companies from the labeling 
requirements where ozone-depleting substances that are introduced into 
a manufacturing process are subsequently destroyed using one of the 
five destruction technologies approved by the Parties to the Montreal 
Protocol. The proposal will also address several technical issues 
raised by the final rule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/30/93                    58 FR 69568
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3348.

Agency Contact: Sue Stendebach, Chief, Regulatory Development Section, 
Stratospheric Protection Division, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, Mail Code 6205-J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 
20460, 202 233-9117

RIN: 2060-AE51
_______________________________________________________________________

4269. USER FEES FOR RADON PROFICIENCY PROGRAMS

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2665/sec 305 Indoor Radon Abatement Act

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 195; 40 CFR 700

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 305 of the Indoor Radon Abatement Act of 1988 
authorizes the Administrator to assess fees ``as may be necessary to 
defray the costs'' associated with operating its Radon Proficiency 
Programs. The fees will be deposited into a special account with 
amounts in the account to be appropriated for administering and 
establishing these programs. Fees will be charged for the National 
Radon Measurement Proficiency (RMP) Program and the National Radon 
Contractor Proficiency Program (RCPP). State and local governments are 
exempt from paying a fee to participate in the programs covered by this 
rule.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/06/90                    55 FR 50492
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Local

Sectors Affected:  Multiple

Additional Information: SAN No. 2690.

Agency Contact: Stephany Descisciolo, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Air and Radiation, (6604J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9390

RIN: 2060-AC66
_______________________________________________________________________

4270. TREATMENT, STORAGE, AND DISPOSAL FACILITY - RCRA AIR EMISSION 
STANDARDS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6924/RCRA 3004, 3007

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 264 subpart X; 40 CFR 264 subpart AA; 40 CFR 264 
subpart BB; 40 CFR 264 subpart CC; 40 CFR 265 subpart I; 40 CFR 265 
subpart J; 40 CFR 265 subpart AA; 40 CFR 265 subpart BB; 40 CFR 265 
subpart CC

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 1987. Final, Judicial, November 
1994.

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to investigate the health and 
environmental impacts of non-combustion source air emissions from 
hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal facilities and to 
develop standards for monitoring and control as needed. Sources include 
tanks, surface impoundments, landfills, waste piles, land treatment 
operations and wastewater treatment facilities. Pollutants to be 
considered by such standards would include volatile organic compounds, 
particulate matter, specific toxic substances, or a combination of 
these. The mandate for standards development under RCRA is to protect 
human health and the environment. The Agency has adopted a three-phase 
approach: Phase I regulates organic emissions from equipment leaks and 
process vents; Phase II will address tanks, containers, surface 
impoundments, and miscellaneous units; and Phase III will address 
residual risks from particular hazardous organic constituents.

Timetable:

Phase I Leaks and Vents  NPRM 02/05/87 (52 FR 3748)  Final Action 06/
21/90 (55 FR 25454)

Phase II Tanks and Impoundments  NPRM 07/22/91 (56 FR 33490)  Final 
Action 11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2240.

Agency Contact: Michele Aston, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, (MD-13), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711, 919 541-2363

RIN: 2060-AB94
_______________________________________________________________________

4271.  USER FEES FOR RADON PROFICIENCY PROGRAMS RULE - AMENDMENT

Legal Authority:  15 USC 2665, specifically, the Indoor Air Abatement 
Act of 1988; 15 USC 2661 et seq; Section 305 of the Toxic Substances 
Control Act

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 195 and 700

Legal Deadline: None
The final rule committed the Agency to revise the fee annually. The 
collection schedule is tied to a calendar year.

Abstract: The User Fees for Radon Proficiency Programs Final Rule 
established fees that EPA will collect annually to support its 
voluntary radon proficiency programs. The rule requires individuals and 
organizations applying to or participating in the National Radon 
Measurement Proficiency (RMP) and/or the National Contractor 
Proficiency (RCP) Programs to pay annual fees. The User Fees for Radon 
Proficiency Programs Final Rule states that the EPA shall adjust the 
fees over the next five years to a level that will ultimately be 
sufficient to recover the full annual costs of the program. Through 
this technical amendment, EPA will revise its fee schedule to collect a 
larger percentage of its annual operating costs. The annual fee will 
also reflect changes in the proficiency programs, inflation, etc. In 
the calculation of the annual fee, the Agency will take into 
consideration the impact of the first year of fee collection on the 
Radon industry.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Technical Amendment to 40 CFR 
parts 195 and 700               01/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Sectors Affected:  152 General Building Contractors-Residential 
Buildings; 171 Plumbing, Heating and Air-Conditioning; 382 Laboratory 
Apparatus and Analytical, Optical, Measuring, and Controlling 
Instruments; 873 Research, Development, and Testing Services

Additional Information: SAN No. 3603.

Agency Contact: James W. Long, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and 
Radiation, 6604J, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9433

RIN: 2060-AF40
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                 Completed Actions
Clean Air Act (CAA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4272. ALTERNATIVE FUEL CORPORATE AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY AND LABELING 
REQUIREMENTS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 600

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/03/94                    59 FR 39638

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kenneth Zerafa, 313 668-4331

RIN: 2060-AC78
_______________________________________________________________________

4273. REORGANIZATION OF 40 CFR PART 86, SUBPART A

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 86

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action is 
expected within the next 12 
months.                         09/02/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jim McCargar, 313 668-4244

RIN: 2060-AC94
_______________________________________________________________________

4274. DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE FOR NONROAD SOURCES AND EMISSION 
STANDARDS FOR NEW NONROAD COMPRESSION-IGNITION ENGINES AT OR ABOVE 37 
KILOWATTS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 89

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/17/94                    59 FR 31306

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Linda Hormes, 313 668-4502

RIN: 2060-AD54
_______________________________________________________________________

4275. AMBIENT AIR QUALITY SURVEILLANCE SITING CRITERIA FOR OPEN PATH 
ANALYZERS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 58

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/18/94                    59 FR 42541

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lee Ann B. Byrd, 919 541-5367

RIN: 2060-AE31
_______________________________________________________________________

4276. ADDENDUM TO THE GENERAL PREAMBLE FOR TITLE I OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT 
AMENDMENTS; SERIOUS PM-10 NONATTAINMENT AREAS AND PM-10 NONATTAINMENT 
AREA ATTAINMENT DATE WAIVERS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 52

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/18/94                    59 FR 42509

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charlene Spells, 919 541-5255

RIN: 2060-AE62
_______________________________________________________________________

4277. RENEWABLE OXYGENATES FOR REFORMULATED GASOLINE

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 80

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/02/94                    59 FR 39258

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Susan Stefanek, 313 668-4432

RIN: 2060-AE69
_______________________________________________________________________

4278. OPERATING PERMITS: REVISIONS (PART 70)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 70

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/29/94                    59 FR 44460

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Michael A. Trutna, 919 541-5345

RIN: 2060-AE72
_______________________________________________________________________

4279. INDIAN TRIBES: AIR QUALITY PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 35; 40 CFR 40; 40 CFR 50; 40 CFR 81

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/25/94                    59 FR 43956

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Christina Parker, 202 260-6584

RIN: 2060-AE95
_______________________________________________________________________

4280. NAAQS: CARBON MONOXIDE (REVIEW)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 50.8

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/01/94                    59 FR 38906

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: John Haines, 919 541-5533

RIN: 2060-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________

4281. NESHAP: CHROMIUM--INDUSTRIAL PROCESS COOLING TOWERS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/08/94                    59 FR 46339

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Phil Mulrine, 919 541-5289

RIN: 2060-AC12
_______________________________________________________________________

4282. NESHAP: HAZARDOUS ORGANIC

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/22/94                    59 FR 19402

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jan Meyer, 919 541-5254

RIN: 2060-AC19
_______________________________________________________________________

4283. ESTABLISHMENT OF GUIDANCE FOR IMPLEMENTING CLEAN AIR ACT, SECTION 
112(J) PROVISIONS FOR MAKING MACT DETERMINATIONS WHEN EPA FAILS TO 
PROMULGATE A FEDERAL STANDARD

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/20/94                    59 FR 26429

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Kathy Kaufman, 919 541-0102

RIN: 2060-AE00
_______________________________________________________________________

4284. NATIONAL EMISSIONS STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS; NATIONAL 
EMISSIONS STANDARDS FOR RADON EMISSIONS FROM THE DISPOSAL OF URANIUM MILL 
TAILINGS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 61 subpart T; 40 CFR 192 subpart D

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/29/94                    59 FR 36280

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Gale Bonanno, 202 233-9219

RIN: 2060-AE23
_______________________________________________________________________

4285. EARLY REDUCTION PROGRAM--HIGH RISK LIST AMENDMENT

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 63

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/22/94                    59 FR 32165

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Martha H. Keating, 919 541-5340

RIN: 2060-AF07
_______________________________________________________________________

4286. SEQUENCE OF APPLICATION OF MANDATORY SANCTIONS UNDER SECTION 179

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 52

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/04/94                    59 FR 39832

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Stoneman, 919 541-0823

RIN: 2060-AE09
_______________________________________________________________________

4287. ECONOMIC INCENTIVE PROGRAM RULES AUTHORIZED UNDER TITLE I OF THE 
CAA

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 51, subpart U, sec 51.490 to 51.494; 40 CFR 51, 
app W

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/04/94                    59 FR 16690

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Karen Martin, 919 541-5274

RIN: 2060-AD58
_______________________________________________________________________

4288. AIR POLLUTION CONTROL; PREEMPTION OF STATE REGULATION FOR NONROAD 
ENGINE AND VEHICLE STANDARDS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 85 subpart 2, sec 85.1601 to 85.1606

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/20/94                    59 FR 36969

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: David Dickinson, 202 233-9294

RIN: 2060-AE17
_______________________________________________________________________

4289. FUEL AND FUEL ADDITIVES: REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 79; 40 CFR 80

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/27/94                    59 FR 33042

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Kent Helmer, 313 741-7825

RIN: 2060-AC10
_______________________________________________________________________

4290.  REGULATION OF FUELS AND FUEL ADDITIVES: FUEL QUALITY 
REGULATIONS FOR DIESEL FUEL SOLD IN 1993 AND LATER CALENDAR YEARS

Legal Authority:  Clean Air Act, section 211

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 80

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This is a direct final rulemaking to change the dye color 
requirement for off-highway diesel fuel from blue to red. EPA's diesel 
fuel regulations, which were promulgated in August 1989 under the Clean 
Air Act section 211, required that high sulfur off-highway diesel fuel 
be dyed blue. Blue-dyed off-highway diesel creates the potential for 
confusion with blue-dyed aviation gasoline. This could lead to an 
aircraft being misfueled, which would likely cause an aircraft to 
crash. This safety concern has caused EPA, DOT/FAA, and Treasury/IRS to 
identify a red dye as a suitable alternative to blue.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/14/94                    59 FR 35854

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3534.

Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos, Environmental Protection Agency, Air 
and Radiation, (6406J), Washington, DC 20460, 202 233-9004

RIN: 2060-AF18

_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)               Proposed Rule Stage
 
Superfund (CERCLA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4291. RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FOR CHEMICAL ACCIDENTAL RELEASE PREVENTION

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 159 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2050-AD26
_______________________________________________________________________

4292. DELETION OF SACCHARIN FROM THE LIST OF HAZARDOUS WASTES UNDER RCRA 
AND THE LIST OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES UNDER CERCLA

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6905; 42 USC 6912(a); 42 USC 6921/RCRA 3001; 
42 USC 6938; 42 USC 9602

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 261.33(f); 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 302.4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would remove saccharin from the list of 
hazardous wastes under Section 3001 of the Resource Conservation and 
Recovery Act (RCRA) and from the list of hazardous substances under 
Section 102 of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, 
and Liability Act (CERCLA). This regulatory action is in response to a 
petition to remove saccharin from regulation under RCRA and CERCLA. The 
petition is based on recent studies that dispute previous scientific 
findings that saccharin is a possible human carcinogen. It is 
anticipated that the proposed action would result in annual new cost 
savings to both government and the regulated community because 
saccharin would no longer be subject to regulation under RCRA and 
CERCLA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Sectors Affected:  20 Food and Kindred Products

Additional Information: SAN No. 3050.

Agency Contact: Wanda L. Levine, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5304), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
7458

RIN: 2050-AD45
_______________________________________________________________________

4293. REPORTABLE QUANTITY ADJUSTMENTS FOR CARBAMATES

Legal Authority:  PL 96-510, sec 102(a); PL 99-499

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 302

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA has proposed rule to list 65 carbamate hazardous 
substances, substance categories, and waste streams as RCRA section 
3001 hazardous wastes. As such, listed ECRA wastes have a statutory 
reportable quantity (RQ) under CERCLA of one pound. CERCLA section 
102(c) gives EPA the authority to adjust RQs, and the current 
rulemaking would enable EPA to take comment on RQs for the carbamate 
wastes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3423.

Agency Contact: Gerain Perry, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5202G), Washington DC 20460, 703 603-
8732

RIN: 2050-AE12
_______________________________________________________________________

4294. REPORTABLE QUANTITY ADJUSTMENT FOR RADON-222

Legal Authority:  PL 96-510, Sec 102(a)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 302

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Following the final rulemaking to adjust the Reportable 
Quantity (RQ) for radionuclides in March 1989, the American Mining 
Congress (AMC) and the Fertilizer Institute (TFI) challenged the RQ for 
Radon-222 in litigation. The D.C. Circuit Court declined to address the 
issue because it had not first been presented to EPA for review during 
the comment period. AMC and TFI submitted a petition on June 24, 1993, 
to adjust the Radon-222 RQ to a higher RQ. EPA agrees in part with the 
arguments presented by the petitioners. A rulemaking is under 
development. If the RQ is in fact raised, it will decrease the number 
of reports from industry and likewise reduce the burden of reviewing 
such reports on the part of the Agency.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Sectors Affected:  12 Coal Mining; 15 Building Construction-General 
Contractors and Operative Builders

Additional Information: SAN No. 3424.

Agency Contact: Gerain Perry, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5202G), 703 603-8732

RIN: 2050-AE20
_______________________________________________________________________

4295. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTING EXEMPTIONS FOR CERTAIN RADIONUCLIDE 
RELEASES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9602-9604; 42 USC 9615; 33 USC 1321; 33 USC 
1361

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 302.6(c); 40 CFR 355.40(a)(2)(vi)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would codify administrative reporting exemptions 
from the requirements of section 103 of the Comprehensive Environmental 
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) for radionuclide 
releases naturally occurring from: (1) large land holdings; (2) 
disturbances of land for purposes other than mining; (3) the dumping of 
coal and coal ash at utility and industrial facilities with coal-fired 
boilers; and (4) coal and coal ash piles at utility and industrial 
facilities with coal-fired boilers. The Agency has decided that such 
reports serve no useful purpose. Subsequent to the original 
promulgation of the exemptions in a final rule (54 FR 22524, May 24, 
1989), a court decision (The Fertilizer Institute v. United States 
Environmental Protection Agency (935 F. 2nd 1303 (1991))) specified 
that the exemptions were promulgated without sufficient notice and 
opportunity for public comment. This rule responds to the court 
decision and provides such notice and opportunity for comment. A 
supplemental notice is being prepared to request comment on broadening 
the exemptions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/30/92                    57 FR 56726
Supplemental Notice             01/00/95
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  49 Electric, Gas, and Sanitary Services; 16 Heavy 
Construction Other Than Building Construction-Contractors; 01 
Agricultural Production-Crops

Additional Information: SAN No. 3054.

Agency Contact: Gerain H. Perry, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5202G), Washington, DC 20460, 703 603-
8732

RIN: 2050-AD46
_______________________________________________________________________

4296. NATIONAL PRIORITIES LIST FOR UNCONTROLLED HAZARDOUS WASTE SITES: 
PROPOSED AND FINAL RULES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9605/CERCLA 105; 42 USC 9605(a)(8)(b)/CERCLA 
105 (a)(8)(B)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 300.425

Legal Deadline:

Abstract: This action proposes to revise the sites included on the 
National Priorities List (NPL) of uncontrolled waste sites in the 
National Contingency Plan (NCP). CERCLA requires that the Agency revise 
the NPL at least annually. Periodic revisions will allow EPA to include 
sites on the NPL with known or threatened hazardous substance releases 
and to delete sites that have been cleaned up.

Timetable:

Final 13  Final Action 12/00/94

Final 14  Final Action 05/00/95

Final 15  Final Action 11/00/95

Final 16  Final Action 04/00/96

Proposal 17  Proposed ACTION 10/00/94

Proposal 18  Proposed ACTION 12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3439.

Agency Contact: Terry Keidan, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5204G), Washington, DC 20460, 703 603-
8852

RIN: 2050-AD75
_______________________________________________________________________

4297. RESPONSE ACTION CONTRACTOR INDEMNIFICATION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9611(c)/CERCLA 119

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation codifies the Response Action Contractor 
Indemnification provided by EPA to the contracting community under 
Section 119 of CERCLA, as amended by SARA. EPA has been providing 
indemnification under both Interim and Final Indemnification Guidelines 
and is required by Section 119 to develop regulations.
At the discretion of the President, Section 119 indemnification 
authorized to Response Action Contractors (RACs) working in the 
Superfund program provides RACs with protection against third party 
claims resulting from contractors negligence in performing response 
action work at National Priority List Sites.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, 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: SAN No. 3422.

Agency Contact: Barbara McDonough, Superfund Revitalization Office, 
Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency Response, 
(5104), 202 260-2525

RIN: 2050-AE19
_______________________________________________________________________

4298. AMENDMENTS TO THE EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES LIST UNDER SECTION 
302 OF THE EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT

Legal Authority:  PL 99-499/SARA Title III

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 355

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA is correcting errors found in studies used to place the 
chemicals on the Extremely Hazardous Substances List under Section 302 
of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986. The 
list became final in the Federal Register on April 22, 1987 (52 FR 
13378).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: SAN No. 3036.

Agency Contact: John Ferris, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5204G), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-
4043

RIN: 2050-AD50
_______________________________________________________________________

4299. AMENDMENTS TO THE EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW 
ACT, SECTIONS 302 THROUGH 312

Legal Authority:  PL 99-499

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 355; 40 CFR 370

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal will include a modification to the chemical 
inventory reporting forms under Section 312 of the Emergency Planning 
and Community Right-to-Know Act, as well as modifications to other 
sections (302-312) of the law.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3215.

Agency Contact: John Ferris, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5204G), 202 260-4043

RIN: 2050-AE17
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                  Final Rule Stage
Superfund (CERCLA)
  
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4300. THE NATIONAL PRIORITIES LIST FOR UNCONTROLLED HAZARDOUS WASTE 
SITES; DELETION POLICY FOR RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY (RCRA) 
FACILITIES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9605/CERCLA 105

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule would finalize criteria proposed on December 21, 
1988 (53 FR 51421) to be applied in decisions about whether to delete 
sites from the National Priorities List for the purpose of deferring 
them to RCRA Subtitle C corrective action authorities. The Agency 
currently defers willing and financially able sites to RCRA Subtitle C; 
however, it has not, to this point, finalized its policy of deleting 
sites from the NPL so that RCRA can address them. Doing so will reduce 
duplicative oversight resources and authorities and make them available 
for the types of sites, i.e., abandoned sites with uncontrolled 
releases, that Superfund is intended to address. Adoption of this 
policy should not impose any significant additional demands on Federal 
funds or other resources. Most likely it will save Superfund oversight 
resources by letting RCRA address sites that meet the criteria, i.e., 
sites that are progressing well under RCRA Subtitle C authorities and 
whose deletion would not disrupt on-going cleanup activities.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/21/88                    53 FR 51421
Notice of Availability          10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3337.

Agency Contact: June Wiaz, Environmental Scientist, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5204G), 703 
603-8864

RIN: 2050-AE04
_______________________________________________________________________

4301. REPORTING EXEMPTIONS FOR FEDERALLY PERMITTED RELEASES OF HAZARDOUS 
SUBSTANCES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9602/CERCLA 102

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 117; 40 CFR 302; 40 CFR 355

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would clarify the definition of ``federally 
permitted release'' in Section 101(10) of CERCLA. Federally permitted 
releases of hazardous substances are exempt from reporting under 
Section 103 of CERCLA and from CERCLA liability.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/19/88                    53 FR 27268
Supplemental Notice             07/11/89                    54 FR 29306
Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2394.
For Further Information Contact: RCRA/Superfund 800-424-9346; in 
Washington, DC area dial 703-920-9810. The Telecommunications Device 
for the Deaf (TDD) Hotline number is 800-553-7672; in the Washington, 
DC area it is 703-486-3323.

Agency Contact: Gerrain H. Perry, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Solid Waste and Emergency Response, (5202G), Washington, DC 20460, 703 
603-8732

RIN: 2050-AB82
_______________________________________________________________________

4302. DESIGNATION UNDER CERCLA AND REPORTABLE QUANTITY ADJUSTMENTS FOR 
NEW CLEAN AIR ACT HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS; REPORTABLE QUANTITY 
ADJUSTMENTS OF HAZARDOUS WASTES

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9602/CERCLA 102(a)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 302.4; 40 CFR 117.3; 40 CFR 355

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will (1) list under 40 CFR part 302 as CERCLA 
hazardous substances the previously non-CERCLA hazardous air pollutants 
added to section 112 of the Clean Air Act (CAA) by the CAA Amendments 
of 1990; (2) adjust the statutory one pound reportable quantities (RQs) 
of these hazardous air pollutants; (3) list under 40 CFR part 302 
hazardous wastes listed under the Resource Conservation and Recovery 
Act that have not been added to the hazardous substances list; and (4) 
adjust the RQs for these and other hazardous wastes, including waste 
streams FO37 and FO38 (sludge from petroleum refinery separation 
processes). Conforming changes will be made to the Clean Water Act 
tables of hazardous substances and the Emergency Right-to-Know Act 
tables of extremely hazardous substances.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/22/93                    58 FR 54836
Final Action                    02/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Additional Information: SAN No. 3000.

Agency Contact: Gerain H. Perry, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5202G), Washington, DC 20460, 703 603-
8732

RIN: 2050-AD33
_______________________________________________________________________

4303. AMENDMENT TO THE NCP APPENDIX: OSWER PROCEDURES FOR CONTRACT 
LABORATORY PROGRAM (CLP) INVESTIGATIONS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9601-9675/CERCLA 105

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule describes procedures for EPA to deal consistently 
with Contract Laboratory Program (CLP) labs under investigation for 
alleged fraud or other corrupt practices. The purpose of the rule is to 
protect the authenticity and reliability of CLP data and the validity 
of EPA decisions made using CLP data while protecting the due process 
and other legal rights of CLP laboratories and individuals.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/20/92                    40 FR 21576
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2976.

Agency Contact: Hans Crump, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid 
Waste and Emergency Response, (5204G), Washington, DC 20460, 703 603-
8821

RIN: 2050-AD34
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                 Completed Actions
Superfund (CERCLA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4304. NATIONAL OIL AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES CONTINGENCY PLAN (TECHNICAL 
REVISIONS)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 35; 40 CFR 300

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/14/94                    59 FR 35852

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Hugo Paul Fleischman, 703 603-8769

RIN: 2050-AD73
_______________________________________________________________________

4305. OIL POLLUTION ACT REVISIONS TO THE NATIONAL OIL AND HAZARDOUS 
SUBSTANCES POLLUTION CONTINGENCY PLAN

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 300

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/15/94                    59 FR 47384

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Karen Sahatjian, 703 603-8724

RIN: 2050-AD24
_______________________________________________________________________

4306. OIL POLLUTION ACT; FACILITY RESPONSE PLANNING

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 112

Completed:
_________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/01/94                    59 FR 34070

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Bobbie Lively-Diebold, 703 356-8774

RIN: 2050-AD30

_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                     Prerule Stage
 
General
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4307. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF AGE IN PROGRAMS RECEIVING 
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE EPA (REVISION)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6101/Age Discrimination Act of 1979

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 7

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is necessary to add age as a basis for 
nondiscrimination to EPA's Federally-Assisted Nondiscrimination 
Regulation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/00/94
NPRM                            03/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2218.

Agency Contact: Rodney Cash, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
the Administrator, Office of Civil Rights, (1205), Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-4582

RIN: 2090-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)               Proposed Rule Stage
General
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4308.  GRANTS AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS WITH STATE, LOCAL, AND 
INDIAN TRIBAL GOVERNMENTS

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1251et seq;; 42 USC 7401et seq;; 42 USC 300(f) 
et seq;; 7 USC 136et seq;; 15 USC 2601et seq;; 42 USC 9601et seq;; 20 
USC 4011et seq;; 33 USC 1401et seq; OMB Circular A102

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 31

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This is a revision to a common rule designed to establish 
uniform administrative rules for Federal grants and cooperative 
agreements and subawards to State, local, and Indian tribal 
governments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Additional Information: 
SAN No. 3577.

Agency Contact: Richard Mitchell or Ellen Haffa, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Administration and Resource Management, (PM-216F), 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-5268

RIN: 2030-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________

4309. AWARD FEE

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 1516; 48 CFR 1552

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document proposes to amend the EPA Acquisition 
Regulation on cost-plus-award fee contracts. The proposed rule is 
necessary to update and clarify EPA policy regarding CPAF contracts and 
to give Contracting Officers greater flexibility in tailoring award fee 
plans to individual contracts.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    02/00/95

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: SAN No. 3438.

Agency Contact: Louise Senzel, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Administration and Resource Management, (3802F), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-6204

RIN: 2030-AA31
_______________________________________________________________________

4310.  REVISION TO SUBMISSION OF INVOICES CLAUSE

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 1532; 48 CFR 1552

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will revise EPA's invoicing requirements.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/95
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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: 
SAN No. 3578.

Agency Contact: Louise Senzel, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Administration and Resource Management, 3802F, Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-6204

RIN: 2030-AA35
_______________________________________________________________________

4311.  EPA POLICIES FOR INFORMATION RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 1552

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Proposed Rule will amend EPA Acquisition Regulation (EPAAR) 
to relocate references to applicable IRM directives from EPAAR to 
Internet, and to incorporate new directives.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

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: 
SAN No. 3579.

Agency Contact: Edward Chambers, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Administration and Resource Management, 3802F, Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-6028

RIN: 2030-AA36
_______________________________________________________________________

4312.  INCORPORATION OF CLASS DEVIATION INTO EPAAR

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 1506; 48 CFR 1537; 48 CFR 1552

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Agency has approved a number of class deviations (e.g. 
changes to reporting requirements and monthly progress reports) to the 
EPAAR since its promulgation in April 1994. This proposed rule would 
incorporate most of the class deviations to the EPAAR.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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.
Additional Information: 
SAN No. 3580.

Agency Contact: Edward Chambers, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Administration and Resource Management, 3802F, Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-6028

RIN: 2030-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________

4313.  MERGER OF 40 CFR PARTS 15 AND 32 INTO A SINGLE REGULATION

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7401 et seq, 33 USC 1251 et seq, E.O. 11738, 
E.O. 12549

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 15; 40 CFR 32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule will merge existing statutory and 
discretionary listing procedures under 40 CFR Part 15 into the uniform 
governmentwide suspension and debarment procedures at 40 CFR Part 32, 
thus eliminating duplicate provisions in the rules and providing 
clarity for the public and private sector.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3587.

Agency Contact: Robert F. Meunier, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Administration and Resource Management, (3902F), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-8030

RIN: 2030-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________

4314. IMPLEMENTATION OF PROCUREMENT INTEGRITY

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 1503

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule will implement Federal Acquisition 
Regulation (FAR) guidance concerning procurement integrity.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Action                    03/00/95

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: SAN No. 3098.

Agency Contact: Louise Senzal, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Administration and Resource Management, (3802F), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-6204

RIN: 2030-AA25
_______________________________________________________________________

4315. UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS AND COOPERATIVE 
AGREEMENTS TO STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1251 et seq; 42 USC 7401 et seq; 42 USC 300(f) 
et seq; 7 USC 136 et seq; 15 USC 2601 et seq; 42 USC 9601 et seq; 20 
USC 4011 et seq; 33 USC 1401 et seq

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 31

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This is a revision to a common rule designed to establish 
uniform administrative rules for Federal grants and cooperative 
agreements and subawards to State, local, and Indian tribal 
governments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

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.
Additional Information: SAN No. 3100.

Agency Contact: Richard Mitchell or Ellen Haffa, Environmental 
Protection Agency, Administration and Resource Management, (PM-216F), 
Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-5268

RIN: 2030-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________

4316. SOURCE SELECTION PROCEDURES

Legal Authority:  40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 1515

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will revise EPA's source selection procedures.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

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: SAN No. 3255.

Agency Contact: Louise Senzel, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Administration and Resource Management, (3802F), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-6204

RIN: 2030-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________

4317. AMENDMENTS TO PART 22 CONSOLIDATED PROCEDURAL RULES

Legal Authority:  7 USC 136l; 15 USC 2615(a); 15 USC 2647; 33 USC 
1319(g); 33 USC 1415(a); 33 USC 1418; 42 USC 6912; 42 USC 7413(d)(1); 
42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7607(a); 42 USC 9609; 42 USC 11045; 42 USC 300g-
3(b)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 22

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Agency is proposing amendments to the Consolidated Rules 
of Practice under 40 CFR Part 22 which are the procedural rules used in 
administrative hearings and practice. These amendments will include 
technical corrections as well as substantive amendments. The proposed 
substantive amendments pertain to the handling and use of Confidential 
Business Information, burdens of proof, motion practice, cross appeals, 
and more.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2662.

Agency Contact: Helene Ambrosino, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, (2211), Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-0239

RIN: 2020-AA13
_______________________________________________________________________

4318. PUBLIC INFORMATION AND CONFIDENTIALITY REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552; 7 USC 136 et seq; 33 USC 1251 et seq; 42 
USC 300f et seq; 42 USC 6901 et seq; 42 USC 7401 et seq; 42 USC 9601 et 
seq; 42 USC 11001 et seq; 15 USC 2601 et seq; 42 USC 4912; 33 USC 1414; 
21 USC 346; 15 USC 2005

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 2; 40 CFR 57; 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 123; 40 CFR 145; 
40 CFR 233; 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 270; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 281; 40 CFR 350; 
40 CFR 403; 40 CFR 85; 40 CFR 86

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: EPA regulations at 40 CFR part 2, subpart B, provide 
procedures for handling and disclosing information claimed as CBI. 
Although these regulations have succeeded in protecting business 
information, changes in Agency workload, practice, and statutory 
authority have outstripped the ability of these regulations to cut down 
on unnecessary procedures, expedite activities involving confidential 
business information, and simplify the regulations. In addition, EPA 
would consolidate confidentiality provisions from other Parts of 40 
CFR.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3240.

Agency Contact: Donald A. Sadowsky, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, Office of General 
Counsel (2379), Washington, DC 20460, 202 260-5469

RIN: 2020-AA21
_______________________________________________________________________

4319. PRIVACY ACT OF 1974; PROPOSED ALTERATION OF EXISTING NEW SYSTEM OF 
RECORDS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 552(a)

CFR Citation:  Not applicable

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Privacy Act of 1974 provides that Congress and the Office 
of Management and Budget be notified of proposed systems of records and 
that the public be given a 30-day period in which to comment on the 
routine uses of the system. EPA provided such notice for a new system 
of records named ``Criminal Investigative Index and Files'' on April 
25, 1986, 51 FR 15830. EPA is proposing altering this system because of 
statutory changes in the enforcement provisions implemented by EPA as 
well as organizational changes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: SAN No. 3431.

Agency Contact: Bruce G. Bellin, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, (2232), Washington, DC 
20460, 202 260-9668

RIN: 2020-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________

4320. AMEND SUBPART H SUPPLEMENTAL RULES TO ENSURE 40 CFR PART 22 RULE 
CONFORMS TO THE NEW FEDERAL FACILITY COMPLIANCE ACT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6961(b)(2)

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 22.37(g)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In October 1992, Congress passed the FFCA which amended the 
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The FFCA provided EPA 
with administrative order authority. When issuing these orders, EPA 
will use the 40 CFR section 22 hearing procedures. In the part 22 
procedures, Sections 31 and 32, the Environmental Appeals Board (EAB) 
issues a final order. However, in the FFCA, Congress stated that no 
order would be final until the Federal agency has an opportunity to 
confer with the Administrator. As the procedures are currently 
structured, the Federal agency only gets the opportunity to confer 
after appealing to the EAB. Thus, there is a direct contradiction 
between the rules promulgated and the FFCA. We would propose an 
amendment to state that, in the case of a Federal agency, an EAB order 
is not final for purposes of the FFCA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3367.

Agency Contact: Sally Dalzell, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, (2232), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-9808

RIN: 2020-AA22
_______________________________________________________________________

4321. COMPLIANCE MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR STATE 
HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6926/RCRA 3006

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 271.15; 40 CFR 271.16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Regulations governing State Authorization requirements for 
compliance monitoring and enforcement actions might be revised to 
reflect the Hazardous and Solid Waste Amendments of 1984. EPA would 
consider other changes such as a requirement for States to have 
administrative penalty authority.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: SAN No. 2158.

Agency Contact: Mark Pollins, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, (2246A), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 564-2270

RIN: 2050-AB01
_______________________________________________________________________

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                  Final Rule Stage
General
  
_______________________________________________________________________
  
4322.  ENHANCED MONITORING PROGRAM

Regulatory Plan:  This entry is Seq. No. 166 in Part II of this issue 
of the Federal Register.

RIN: 2020-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________

4323. COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT 
(CERCLA) COST RECOVERY

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9605 and 9615 /CERCLA 105 and 115

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 300; 40 CFR 308

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would (1) establish a new methodology for 
calculating EPA's indirect cost, thus allowing for full recovery of 
indirect costs; (2) list categories of documentation of response 
actions which EPA will maintain, thus adopting unified cost recovery 
documentation standards for the entire Agency; (3) clarify CERCLA 
statute of limitations for cost recovery actions; and (4) specify when 
prejudgment interest begins to accrue.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/06/92                    57 FR 34742
NPRM Comment Period End         11/05/92
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 2702.

Agency Contact: Lisa Comer, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of 
Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, (2244), Washington, DC 20460, 703 
603-9068

RIN: 2050-AC98
_______________________________________________________________________

4324. INDIAN TRIBES: ELIGIBILITY OF INDIAN TRIBES FOR PROGRAM 
AUTHORIZATION

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1377; 42 USC 300j-11

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 123; 40 CFR 124; 40 CFR 131; 40 CFR 142; 40 CFR 
144; 40 CFR 145; 40 CFR 233; 40 CFR 501

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Clean Water Act contains provisions which authorize EPA 
to treat Indian tribes in substantially the same manner in which it 
treats States for purposes of various types of financial assistance. 
This action contains amendments to the interim final regulations 
implementing that authority for financial assistance programs. The 
purpose of these regulatory amendments is to make it easier for tribes 
to obtain EPA approval to assume the role Congress envisioned for them 
under this statute.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/23/94                    59 FR 13814
Final Action                    11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3386.

Agency Contact: Marshall Cain, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, (2251), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-8792

RIN: 2020-AA20
_______________________________________________________________________

4325. NON APA CONSOLIDATED RULES OF PRACTICE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE 
ASSESSMENT OF CIVIL PENALTIES

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1319/CWA 309; 33 USC 1321/CWA 311; 42 USC 
9609/CERCLA 109; 42 USC 7413/CAA 113; 42 USC 11045/EPCRA 325

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 28

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will consolidate and harmonize in a single 
regulation the various procedural guidances and regulations which EPA 
presently employs in response to Congressional direction to provide 
streamlined procedure for the assessment of certain administrative 
penalties. Although the substantive requirements of various statutes 
differ, each authorizes the Administrator to assess civil penalties 
without recourse to the Administrative Procedure Act.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/01/91                    56 FR 29996
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 3486.

Agency Contact: Marc Charles, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, (2243A), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 564-8319

RIN: 2020-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________

4326. UNIFORM ADMINISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS AND AGREEMENTS WITH 
INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION, HOSPITALS, AND OTHER NONPROFIT 
ORGANIZATIONS

Legal Authority:  OMB Circular A-110

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 30

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule provides standards for obtaining 
consistency and uniformity among Federal agencies in the administration 
of grants and cooperative agreements with institutions of higher 
education, hospitals, and other nonprofit organizations, consistent 
with OMB Circular A-110.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SAN No. 3436.

Agency Contact: Richard Mitchell, Environmental Protection Agency, 
Administration and Resource Management, (3903F), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-6077

RIN: 2030-AA32
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4327. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PROCEDURES FOR CLASS II PENALTIES UNDER 
CERCLA AND EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9609/11045

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 22

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will govern the conduct of administrative hearings 
for all penalties to be assessed under CERCLA Section 109 and SARA 
Section 325. The rule provides the procedures for these penalty 
assessments. The action is expected to have a negligible economic 
impact on consumers, industries, or governmental agencies, but will 
provide the benefit of uniform procedures for assessing penalties.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Interim Final Rule              05/16/89                    54 FR 21174
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: SAN No. 2512.

Agency Contact: Sandra Connors, Environmental Protection Agency, Office 
of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, (2272), Washington, DC 20460, 
202 260-3050

RIN: 2050-AC39
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)                 Completed Actions
General
  
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4328. NEW RESTRICTIONS ON LOBBYING

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 34

Completed:
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Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

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Withdrawn - No further action is 
expected in the next 12 months. 09/01/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard Mitchell, 202 260-6077

RIN: 2030-AA24
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4329. GENERAL REGULATION FOR ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS FOR OTHER THAN STATE AND 
LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

CFR Citation:  40 CFR 30

Completed:
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Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - No further action 
expected in the next 12 months. 09/01/94

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: Vince Martin, 202 260-9294

RIN: 2030-AA28
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4330. REORGANIZATION OF CONTRACTING ACTIVITIES

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 1501; 48 CFR 1503; 48 CFR 1506; 48 CFR 1514; 48 
CFR 1515; 48 CFR 1516; 48 CFR 1517; 48 CFR 1522; 48 CFR 1530; 48 CFR 
1531; 48 CFR 1532; 48 CFR 1536; 48 CFR 1545

Completed:
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Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/21/94                    59 FR 18975

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: Frances Smith, 202 260-9948

RIN: 2030-AA30
[FR Doc. 94-23975 Filed 11-10-94; 8:45 am]
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