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Part XIV





Department of Transportation





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

Federal Register / Vol. 60, No. 88 / Monday, May 8, 1995 / 
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Federal Register / Vol. 60, No. 88 / Monday, May 8, 1995 / 
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                                    
  
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Office of the Secretary

14 CFR Chs. I-III

23 CFR Chs. I-III

33 CFR Chs. I and IV

46 CFR Chs. I-III

48 CFR Ch. 12

49 CFR Subtitle A, Chs. I-VI

[OST Docket No. 59; Notice 95-4]

Department Regulations Agenda; Semiannual Summary

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, DOT.

ACTION: Department regulations agenda.

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SUMMARY: The regulations agenda is a semiannual summary of all current 
and projected rulemakings, reviews of existing regulations, and 
completed actions of the Department. The agenda provides the public 
with information about the Department of Transportation's regulatory 
activity. It is expected that this information will enable the public 
to be more aware of and allow it to more effectively participate in the 
Department's regulatory activity. The public is also invited to submit 
comments to continuously open regulatory review dockets, suggesting 
items for consideration as part of the Department's ongoing review of 
existing regulations.

ADDRESSES: The mailing address for the initiating offices of the 
Department which appear in the agenda is 400 7th Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590; except for the Federal Aviation Administration, 
which is located at 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 
and the U.S. Coast Guard, which is located at 2100 2nd Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

General

    For further information on the agenda in general, contact: Neil 
R. Eisner, Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and 
Enforcement, Department of Transportation, 400 7th Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, (202) 366-4723.

Specific

    For further information about any particular item on the 
agenda, contact the individual listed in the column headed ``Agency 
Contact'' for that item.

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Table of Contents

Supplementary Information:

Background
Regulatory Flexibility Act
Economic Assessment/Evaluation
Definitions
Office of Management and Budget (OMB)/Secretarial Review
Explanation of Information on the Agenda
Mailing Lists for Regulatory Documents
General Rulemaking Contact Persons
Public Rulemaking Dockets
Request for Comments
Purpose
Appendix A - Instructions for Obtaining

Copies of Regulatory Documents


Appendix B - General Rulemaking Contact Persons
Appendix C - Public Rulemaking Dockets

Agenda

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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    Improvement of Government regulations is a prime goal of the 
Clinton Administration. There should be no more regulations than 
necessary, and those that are issued should be simpler, more 
comprehensible, and less burdensome. Regulations should not be 
issued without appropriate involvement of the public; once issued, 
they should be periodically reviewed and revised, as needed, to 
assure that they continue to meet the needs for which they 
originally were designed.

    To help the Department of Transportation (Department) achieve 
these goals and in accordance with Executive Order 12866 
``Regulatory Planning and Review'' (58 FR 51735; October 4, 1993) 
and the Department's Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 
11034; February 26, 1979), the Department prepares a semiannual 
regulations agenda for publication in the Federal Register. The 
agenda summarizes all current and projected rulemaking, reviews of 
existing regulations, and completed actions of the Department. 
These are matters on which action has begun or is projected during 
the succeeding 12 months or such longer period as may be 
anticipated or for which action has been completed since the last 
agenda.

    The agendas are based on reports submitted by the initiating 
offices in January and July each year. After these reports are 
consolidated for and reviewed by the Department Regulations 
Council, the Department's regulations agenda is prepared and 
published in the Federal Register. The Department's last agenda was 
published in the Federal Register on November 14, 1994 (59 FR 
57846). The next one is scheduled for publication in the Federal 
Register in October 1995.

    Last fall, the Department's most significant regulatory actions 
were included in The Regulatory Plan, which was published together 
with the Agenda and cross-referenced in the Agenda. This agenda 
includes those entries with the extra information included for the 
Plan entry, since the Plan is only published annually.

Regulatory Flexibility Act

    In 1980, Congress passed the Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA), 
Public Law 96-354, which requires the designation of those 
regulations for which a Regulatory Flexibility Analysis will be 
prepared; i.e., those regulations that would have a significant 
economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. A 
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis is required for a rulemaking which, 
in the heading ``Small Entities Affected,'' indicates an effect on 
small businesses, governmental jurisdictions, or organizations. If 
a Regulatory Flexibility Analysis will be prepared for a particular 
rulemaking, that fact also will be noted under the heading 
``Analysis.''

    The RFA also requires that, each year, the Department publish a 
list of those regulations that have a significant economic impact 
on a substantial number of small entities and are to be reviewed 
under the Act during the succeeding 12 months. The agenda includes 
those regulations to be reviewed under the RFA or those for which 
review has been concluded since the last agenda. However, it should 
be noted that, after a preliminary assessment of the regulations 
listed for RFA review, it may be found that the regulations, in 
fact, do not have a [[Page 23591]] significant economic impact on a 
substantial number of small entities, and a full RFA review will be 
unnecessary.

Economic Assessment/Evaluation

    DOT requires an economic analysis for all its rulemakings. A 
preliminary and final economic assessment (similar to what used to 
be identified as a ``Regulatory Impact Analysis'') is required for 
each proposed and final regulation, respectively, that is likely to 
be very costly. For other rulemakings, a regulatory evaluation is 
prepared.

Definitions

    The agenda covers all rules and regulations of the Department, 
including those that establish conditions for financial assistance. 
The following definitions are provided for ease in understanding 
the information in this document.

    Initiating office means an operating administration or other 
organizational element within the Department that formulates 
regulations.

    Significant rulemaking is now being referred to in this agenda 
as an agency priority. This means a rulemaking that is very costly, 
controversial, or of substantial public interest; would have a 
major impact on another Federal agency; would have a substantial 
effect on State and/or local or tribal governments; would have a 
substantial impact on a major transportation safety problem; would 
initiate a substantial regulatory program or change in policy; 
would be substantially different from international requirements or 
standards; would materially alter budgetary impacts; or otherwise 
involves important legal or policy issues.

Office of Management and Budget (OMB)/Secretarial Review

    Any rulemaking document OMB identifies as significant is 
subject to its review and will be classified as significant by DOT. 
A few rulemakings identified as agency priority by DOT, but not 
significant by OMB, and some rulemaking documents (e.g., extensions 
of compliance dates), although part of an otherwise significant 
rulemaking, are not subject to OMB review. All DOT agency priority 
rulemaking documents are subject to review by the Secretary of 
Transportation.

Explanation of Information on the Agenda

    The format for this agenda is required by Office of Management 
and Budget memorandum of December 21, 1994.

    First, the agenda is divided by initiating offices. Then, in 
accordance with the OMB memorandum, for each initiating office, the 
agenda is divided into four categories: (1) Prerule stage, (2) 
proposed rule stage, (3) final rule stage, and (4) completed 
actions. For each entry, the agenda provides the following 
information: (1) The ``significance'' of the action; (2) a short 
descriptive title; (3) the legal basis for the action being taken 
or the regulation being reviewed (On July 5, 1994, Public Law 103-
272 recodified title 49 to include certain general and permanent 
laws. The revised United States Code citations may not be reflected 
in this edition of the agenda. They will be revised, where 
necessary, in subsequent editions.); (4) the related regulatory 
citation in the Code of Federal Regulations; (5) an indication of 
any legal deadline and, if so, for what type of action (e.g., NPRM, 
final rule); (6) an abstract of the review or the proposed or final 
regulation; (7) a timetable, including the earliest expected date 
for a decision, on whether to issue the proposed or final 
regulation or complete the review and determine the corrective 
action to be taken. (The action taken can be revocation or revision 
of the regulation, or it can be a determination that no regulatory 
action is necessary because the regulation is found to be achieving 
its goals and the goals and objectives of Executive Order 12866 and 
the Department's Regulatory Policies and Procedures.); (8) an 
indication as to whether the rulemaking will affect small entities 
and/or levels of government and which categories of small entities 
or governments will be impacted; (9) if there is information that 
does not fit in the other categories, it will be included under a 
separate heading entitled ``Additional Information'' (which will 
also note any differences between OMB's ``significant'' and DOT's 
``agency priority'' classification); (10) a listing, where 
determined, of any analyses an initiating office will prepare or 
has prepared for the rulemaking document; e.g., an Economic 
Assessment, an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), or a 
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; (11) an agency contact office or 
official who can provide further information, including advice on 
how to obtain documents referenced in the agenda; and (12) a 
Regulation Identifier Number (RIN) assigned to identify an 
individual rulemaking in the agenda and facilitate tracing further 
action on the issue in the Federal Register which may occur between 
agenda publications. (Departmental rulemaking documents published 
in the Federal Register now contain RIN numbers.)

    For nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently 
as a part of an established body of technical requirements (such as 
the Federal Aviation Administration's Airspace Rules), to keep 
those requirements operationally current, only the general category 
of the regulations, the identity of a contact office or official, 
and an indication of the expected number of regulations are 
included; individual regulations are not listed.

    If a regulatory docket number has already been established, it 
may be provided under the ``Additional Information'' heading. If a 
member of the public desires further information regarding a 
particular proposal or regulation, reference should be made to this 
docket number.

    In the ``Timetable'' column, abbreviations are used to indicate 
the particular documents being considered for issuance by that 
date. ANPRM stands for Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, SNPRM 
for Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, NPRM for Notice of 
Proposed Rulemaking, and FR for Final Rule. Listing a future date 
in this column is not an indication that a proposed or a final rule 
will be issued on that date; it is the earliest date on which a 
decision is expected to be made on whether to issue the document 
listed. Submittal of any proposed or final rule to the Office of 
Management and Budget for review under Executive Order 12866 must 
follow such a decision. If any document is issued, publication in 
the Federal Register would follow within a few days of completion 
of this review. In addition, these dates are based on current 
schedules. Information received subsequent to the issuance of this 
agenda could result in a decision not to take regulatory action or 
in changes to proposed publication dates. For example, the need for 
further evaluation could result in a later publication date; 
evidence of a greater need for the regulation could result in an 
earlier publication date. [[Page 23592]] 

    Finally, a dot () preceding an entry indicates that the 
entry appears in the agenda for the first time.

Mailing Lists for Regulatory Documents

    To assist the public in obtaining regulatory documents issued 
within the Department of Transportation, an Appendix A has been 
included in this document. The appendix contains instructions on 
how to be placed on mailing lists for, or to obtain copies of, 
specific regulatory documents, including the Department's 
semiannual regulations agenda issued by the operating 
administrations of the Department and the Office of the Secretary. 
There is no charge for this service; however, because of the costs 
involved, the number of copies of a document forwarded to an 
individual requestor may be limited. Persons already on mailing 
lists for particular documents within the Department will remain on 
those lists and should not reapply.

    By following the instructions specified in the appendix, a 
person can be placed on a mailing list for future copies of the 
Department's regulations agenda, which will be updated and 
published in the Federal Register every year during April and 
October. By using the agenda, individuals can determine which 
notice or advance notice of proposed rulemaking, to be issued by 
elements of the Department, is of interest to them. Then, using the 
instructions in the appendix, such persons also can be placed on a 
mailing list to ensure that, after the document of interest is 
issued, a copy will be mailed to them for their review and comment. 
In this way, individuals will be relieved of the burden of having 
to review the Federal Register, perhaps on a daily basis. The 
Department expects that this process will ensure that those people 
placed on mailing lists will receive early notice so that their 
views on the document can be adequately prepared and presented 
within the established comment period.

General Rulemaking Contact Persons

    To assist persons desiring to obtain general information 
concerning the rulemaking process within the Department's operating 
administrations, an Appendix B has been added to the agenda. This 
appendix sets forth the addresses and the telephone numbers of the 
persons who can respond quickly to requests for general rulemaking 
information. Please note, however, that questions related to 
particular rulemaking actions should still be referred to the 
contact person listed with the particular rulemaking on the agenda.

Public Rulemaking Dockets

    To facilitate the inspection of docket files and the submission 
of comments by the public, an Appendix C sets forth the addresses 
and working hours for the Rules Docket for each operating 
administration.

Request for Comments

Agenda

    Our agenda is intended primarily for the use of the public. 
Since its inception, we have made modifications and refinements 
that we believe provide the public with more helpful information, 
as well as make the agenda easier to use. We would also like you, 
the public, to make suggestions or comments on how the agenda could 
be further improved. For example, do you find the information 
presented in an easily understandable manner? Do you find it easy 
to follow a regulation's development from agenda to agenda? Do you 
find that the format for setting out the information enables you to 
use the agenda easily? Do you find that the presentation of the 
information in the agenda is clearly explained in the preamble to 
the agenda? Your responses to these questions or any other comments 
or suggestions you may have should be sent to Neil R. Eisner, whose 
address appears above.

Reviews

    In an effort to comply further with the spirit of Executive 
Order 12866 and the Regulatory Flexibility Act, we are also seeking 
suggestions on existing regulations that should be included in our 
review of existing regulations; that is, which existing regulations 
issued by an operating administration of the Department or the 
Office of the Secretary do you believe need to be reviewed to 
determine whether they should be revised or revoked? The Department 
is particularly interested in obtaining information on requirements 
that have a ``significant economic impact on small entities'' and, 
therefore, must be reviewed under the Regulatory Flexibility Act. 
If you have any suggested regulations, please send them, along with 
your explanation of why they should be reviewed, to the concerned 
operating administration or the Office of the Secretary. To ease 
the process for submission of suggestions of regulations warranting 
review by departmental entities, each operating administration and 
the Office of the Secretary maintains a continuously open 
regulatory review docket. Suggestions should be submitted to the 
docket section of the relevant modal administration or Office of 
the Secretary, attention ``Regulatory Review Docket,'' with the 
following specific rulemaking docket numbers:

    Federal Aviation Administration, Docket 26768;

    Federal Highway Administration, Docket 92-12;

    Federal Railroad Administration, Docket RSS-1-92-1;

    Federal Transit Administration, Docket 92A;

    Maritime Administration, Docket R-141;

    National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Docket 92-04;

    Office of the Secretary, Docket 47978;

    Research and Special Programs Administration, Docket RR-1;

    Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, Attn: Marc Owen, 
Chief Counsel;

    United States Coast Guard, Docket 92-005.

    The addresses of the docket sections are contained in Appendix 
C. Multiple copies of the suggestions would be appreciated but are 
not required.

    In accordance with the Regulatory Flexibility Act, comments are 
specifically invited on regulations that are targeted for review 
under the RFA. Those comments should be addressed to the 
``contact'' person of the operating administration involved.

Purpose

    The Department is publishing this regulations agenda in the 
Federal Register to share with interested members of the public the 
Department's preliminary expectations regarding its future 
regulatory actions. This should enable the public to be more aware 
of the Department's regulatory activity. Knowledge of the nature 
and scope of this activity, as well as the specific proposals and 
reviews being considered, should result in more effective public 
participation in the Department's regulatory activity. For example, 
awareness of the dates when notices [[Page 23593]] may be issued 
seeking public comment should allow appropriate planning and more 
efficient use of the comment period. By providing the expected date 
for a decision on whether to issue a final rule, the Department 
expects that more appropriate planning by those concerned with the 
regulation will also be possible. This publication in the Federal 
Register does not impose any binding obligation on the Department 
or any of the offices within the Department with regard to any 
specific item on the agenda. Regulatory action, in addition to the 
items listed, is not precluded. If further information is desired 
on any of the items listed in the agenda, the public is encouraged 
to contact the individual listed for the particular item. 
Additional information concerning the agenda in general or the 
Department's Regulatory Policies and Procedures may be obtained 
from Neil R. Eisner, whose address and telephone number appear 
above.

    Issued in Washington, DC, on April 5, 1995.

Federico Pen.6a,

Secretary of Transportation.

Appendix A - Instructions for Obtaining Copies of Regulatory Documents

    Some Administrations within the Department differ in procedures 
or as to inclusion on a mailing list. For the offices listed below, 
persons desiring to obtain a copy of a specific regulatory document 
to be issued that is listed in this agenda should communicate, 
either by telephone or by letter, with the contact person listed 
with the regulation at the addresses below.

    United States Coast Guard (USCG)

    (Name of contact person), United States Coast Guard, 2100 2nd 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20593.

    Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)

    (Name of contact person), Federal Highway Administration, 400 
7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590.

    Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)

    (Name of contact person), Federal Railroad Administration, 400 
7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590.

    National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

    (Name of contact person), National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590.

    Federal Transit Administration (FTA)

    (Name of contact person), Federal Transit Administration, 400 
7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590.

    Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC)

    (Name of contact person), Saint Lawrence Seaway Development 
Corporation, 400 7th Street SW., Room 5424, Washington, DC 20590.

    Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)

    (Name of contact person), Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 7th Street SW., Washington, DC 20590.

    Maritime Administration (MARAD)

    James Saari, Secretary, Maritime Administration, 400 7th Street 
SW., Room 7300B, Washington, DC 20590, (202) 366-5746.

    Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

    The FAA has a mailing list system for notices and advance 
notices of proposed rulemaking (NPRMs and ANPRMs). Persons 
interested in obtaining future copies of all of those documents to 
be issued by the FAA or only of those concerning certain parts of 
the Federal Aviation Regulations should request a copy of Advisory 
Circular No. 11-2, which describes the application procedure, by 
calling (202) 267-3479 or by writing to: Federal Aviation 
Administration, Office of Public Affairs, Attention: Public 
Information Center, APA-200, 800 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20591.

    Office of the Secretary (OST)

    Persons desiring to receive future copies of the Department's 
regulations agenda should submit their request to: Assistant 
General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, C-50, Office of the 
General Counsel, Department of Transportation, Washington, DC 
20590, (202) 366-4723.

    Persons who have an interest in specific regulatory documents 
to be issued by the Office of the Secretary should forward requests 
for copies of those documents to the same address. These requests 
should fully identify the document desired.

Appendix B - General Rulemaking Contact Persons

    The following is a list of persons who can be contacted within 
the Department for general information concerning the rulemaking 
process within the various operating administrations.

    USCG - Lt. Cdr. Tom Cahill, Marine Safety Council, USCG 
Headquarters Building, Room 3406, 2100 2nd Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593; telephone: (202) 267-6233.

    FAA - Donald Byrne, Office of Chief Counsel, Regulations and 
Enforcement Division, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Room 915A, 
Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-3491.

    FHWA - Thomas Holian, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th Street 
SW., Room 4223, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 366-1383.

    FRA - Nancy Goldman, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th Street 
SW., Room 8128, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 366-6747.

    NHTSA - Walter K. Myers, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th 
Street SW., Room 5219, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 366-
2992.

    FTA - Dan Duff, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th Street SW., 
Room 9316, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 366-4011.

    SLSDC - Marc Owen, General Counsel's Office, 400 7th Street 
SW., Room 5424, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 366-0108.

    RSPA - Edward Bonekemper, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th 
Street SW., Room 8405, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 366-
4400.

    MARAD - James Saari, Secretary, Maritime Administration, 400 
7th Street SW., Room 7300B, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 
366-5746.

    OST - Neil Eisner, Office of Regulation and Enforcement, 400 
7th Street SW., Room 10424, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 
366-4723.

Appendix C - Public Rulemaking Dockets

    The following is a list of Rule Docket locations for the 
various operating administrations where the public may review 
regulatory dockets and hand-deliver comments on advance notices and 
notices of proposed rulemaking:

    USCG - Marine Safety Council, 2100 2nd Street SW., Room 3406, 
Washington, DC 20593. Working Hours: 8:00-3:00 (Monday-Friday). 
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    FAA - Rules Docket (AGC-10), Office of Chief Counsel, 
Regulations and Enforcement Division, 800 Independence Avenue SW., 
Room 915G, Washington, DC 20591. Working Hours: 8:30-5:00.

    FHWA - Docket Room, 400 7th Street SW., Room 4232, Washington, 
DC 20590. Working Hours: 8:30-3:30.

    FRA - Docket Clerk, 400 7th Street SW., Room 8201, Washington, 
DC 20590. Working Hours: 8:30-5:00.

    NHTSA - Docket Room, 400 7th Street SW., Room 5109, Washington, 
DC 20590. Working Hours: 9:30-4:00.

    FTA - Docket Clerk, 400 7th Street SW., Room 9316, Washington, 
DC 20590. Working Hours: 8:30-5:00.

    SLSDC - 400 7th Street SW., Room 5424, Washington, DC 20590. 
Working Hours: 8:15-4:45.

    RSPA - Docket Branch, 400 7th Street SW., Room 8421, 
Washington, DC 20590. Working Hours: 8:30-5:00.

    MARAD - Docket Clerk, 400 7th Street SW., Room 7300, 
Washington, DC 20590. Working Hours: 8:30-5:00.

    OST - Docket Clerk, 400 7th Street SW., Room Pl. 401, 
Washington, DC 20590. Working Hours: 9:00-5:30.

                                     Office of the Secretary--Prerule Stage                                     
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2188        Direct Flights........................................................................    2105-AA73 
2189        Price Advertising.....................................................................    2105-AB25 
2190        Implementation of Amendments to the Equal Access to Justice Act.......................    2105-AB73 
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                          Office of the Secretary--Proposed Rule Stage Sequence Number                          
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  Title                                  Regulation Identifier Number                                           
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2191        +Commercial Space Transportation: Financial Responsibility Requirements for Licensed                
            Launch Activities.....................................................................    2105-AA26 
2192        +Proposed Policy on Peak Period Pricing of Airport Landing Fees.......................    2105-AB63 
2193        +Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug-Testing Programs (Miscellaneous                       
            Amendments)...........................................................................    2105-AB71 
2194        +Passenger Manifest Information.......................................................    2105-AB78 
2195        +Licensing Commercial Space Launch Activities.........................................    2105-AB85 
2196        +Accessibility of Passenger Vessels to Individuals With Disabilities..................    2105-AB87 
2197        +Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities (Over the Road Buses)...............    2105-AC00 
2198        +Limit of Liability for Deepwater Ports...............................................    2105-AC01 
2199        Use of Direct Final Rulemaking........................................................   2105-AC11  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                    Office of the Secretary--Final Rule Stage                                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2200        Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Age in DOT Financial Assistance Programs............    2105-AA09 
2201        Direct Air Carrier Responsibility for Returning Stranded Charter Passengers...........    2105-AA40 
2202        Air Travelers: Age Discrimination.....................................................    2105-AA45 
2203        Policy Statement on Airline Preemption................................................    2105-AA46 
2204        Diversion of Flights Within a Metropolitan Area.......................................    2105-AA78 
2205        Simplified Aviation Exemption Procedures..............................................    2105-AA82 
2206        Baggage Liability Notices in International Air Transportation.........................    2105-AA84 
2207        Simplified Airline Counter-Sign Notices...............................................    2105-AA88 
2208        +Statement of Enforcement Policy on Rebating..........................................    2105-AB39 
2209        +Price Advertising....................................................................    2105-AB50 
2210        Smoking Aboard Aircraft...............................................................    2105-AB58 
2211        +Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Handicap in Air Travel (Air Carrier Access Act)....    2105-AB60 
2212        +Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Handicap in Air Travel (Air Carrier Access Act)....    2105-AB61 
2213        +Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Handicap in Federally Assisted Programs and in Air               
            Travel (Air Carrier Access Act).......................................................    2105-AB62 
2214        Aviation Charter Rules................................................................    2105-AB91 
2215        +Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Regulation; General Update...................    2105-AB92 
2216        +Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug- and Alcohol-Testing Programs (Blood                  
            Testing)..............................................................................    2105-AB95 
2217        +Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Airport Concessions...........   2105-AB99  
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2218        Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Agreements With Institutions of                  
            Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Nonprofit Organizations........................    2105-AC02 
2219        Privacy Act Exemptions................................................................    2105-AC05 
2220        +Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities (Accessibility Guidelines)..........    2105-AC06 
2221        Domestic Baggage Liability............................................................    2105-AC07 
2222        Exemption from Property Tariff-Filing Requirements....................................    2105-AC09 
2223        Disclosure of Code-Sharing Arrangements and Long-Term Wet Leases......................    2105-AC10 
2224        Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and              
            Local Governments.....................................................................    2105-AC12 
2225        +Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities (Misc. Amendments)..................    2105-AC13 
2226        Disinsection of Aircraft..............................................................    2105-AC14 
2227        Disclosure of Change-of-Gauge Services................................................    2105-AC17 
2228        +Statement of United States International Air Transportation Policy...................    2105-AC19 
2229        Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs                           
            (Nonevidential Alcohol Screening Devices).............................................   2105-AC20  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                               Office of the Secretary--Completed/Longterm Actions                              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2230        +Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State                 
            and Local Governments.................................................................    2105-AB46 
2231        +New Restrictions on Lobbying.........................................................    2105-AB57 
2232        Centralization of Formal Hearing Dockets (OST)........................................    2105-AB69 
2233        Rules of Conduct in DOT Aviation Proceedings..........................................    2105-AB89 
2234        +Random Drug-Testing Program..........................................................    2105-AB94 
2235        Special Event Tours...................................................................    2105-AC03 
2236        Testimony of Employees of the Department and Production of Records in Legal                         
            Proceedings...........................................................................    2105-AC15 
2237        +Rules of Practice for Proceedings Concerning Airport Fees............................    2105-AC18 
2238        Great Lakes Pilotage Rate Methodology (92-072)........................................   2105-AC21  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                         U.S. Coast Guard--Prerule Stage                                        
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2239        +Facility Response Plans for Hazardous Substances (94-048)............................    2115-AE87 
2240        +Tank Vessel Response Plans for Hazardous Substances (94-032).........................   2115-AE88  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                      U.S. Coast Guard--Proposed Rule Stage                                     
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2241        Regattas and Marine Parades (CGD 87-087)..............................................    2115-AC84 
2242        Tank Level or Pressure Monitoring Devices (90-071)....................................    2115-AD69 
2243        +Security for Passenger Vessels and Passenger Terminals (91-012)......................    2115-AD75 
2244        Criminal Record Reviews and Access to the National Driver Register (91-212)...........    2115-AD93 
2245        Suspension and Revocation of Licenses, Certificates of Registry, and Merchant                       
            Mariners' Documents (91-213)..........................................................    2115-AD94 
2246        Reporting Marine Casualties (91-216)..................................................    2115-AD98 
2247        +Structural and Operational Measures To Reduce Oil Spills From Existing Tank Vessels                
            Without Double Hulls (91-045).........................................................    2115-AE01 
2248        +User Fees for Approvals of Equipment, Laboratories, and Servicing Facilities (92-013)    2115-AE18 
2249        +State Access to the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (92-014)..........................    2115-AE19 
2250        Handling of Explosives or Other Dangerous Cargoes Within or Contiguous to Waterfront                
            Facilities (92-026)...................................................................   2115-AE22  
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2251        +Federal Agency Access to the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (CGD 92-074).............    2115-AE34 
2252        Amendments to Hull Identification Number Regulations and New Requirements for                       
            Certificates of Origin (CGD 92-065)...................................................    2115-AE37 
2253        Prince William Sound Automated Dependent Surveillance System Incorporation by                       
            Reference (93-022)....................................................................    2115-AE41 
2254        +Escort Vessels in Certain U.S. Waters (91-202a)......................................    2115-AE56 
2255        Approval of Inflatable Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) for Recreational Boaters (93-              
            055)..................................................................................    2115-AE58 
2256        Facilities Transferring Oil and Hazardous Material in Bulk (93-056)...................    2115-AE59 
2257        Amendment to 46 CFR 14: Revise Recordkeeping of Shipping Articles and Certificates of               
            Discharge (94-004)....................................................................    2115-AE72 
2258        Inland Waterways Navigation Regulations; Wrangell Narrows, AK (CGD 94-026)............    2115-AE78 
2259        +Vessel Rebuild Determinations (94-040)...............................................    2115-AE85 
2260        Navigation Safety Equipment for Towing Vessels (94-020)...............................    2115-AE91 
2261        Modernization of Examination Methods(94-029)..........................................    2115-AE94 
2262        Facsimile Filing of Commercial Instruments Related to Vessel Documentation (94-070)...    2115-AE98 
2263        Coast Guard Rulemaking Procedures (94-105)............................................   2115-AE99  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                       U.S. Coast Guard--Final Rule Stage                                       
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2264        Tankermen (79-116)....................................................................    2115-AA03 
2265        Fixed Fire-Extinguishing Systems on Uninspected Vessels (74-284)......................    2115-AA08 
2266        +Offshore Supply Vessel Regulations (82-004 and 86-074)...............................    2115-AA77 
2267        Safety Standards for New Self-Propelled Vessels Carrying Bulk Liquefied Gases (82-058)    2115-AA95 
2268        Safety/Security Zone Regulations......................................................    2115-AA97 
2269        Anchorage Area Regulations............................................................    2115-AA98 
2270        Incorporation of Amendments to the International Convention for Safety of Life at Sea,              
            1974 (83-043).........................................................................    2115-AB41 
2271        +Licensing of Pilots--Manning of Vessels (84-060).....................................    2115-AB67 
2272        +Lifesaving Equipment--Implementation of 1983 Amendments to SOLAS 1974 (84-069).......    2115-AB72 
2273        Training in the Use of Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) (85-089)..................    2115-AB99 
2274        +Small Passenger Vessel Inspection and Certification (85-080).........................    2115-AC22 
2275        Revision to Inflatable Liferaft Approval: SOLAS 74/83 (85-205)........................    2115-AC51 
2276        Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) and Visual Distress Signals for                
            Uninspected Vessels (87-016)..........................................................    2115-AC69 
2277        Requirements for Marine Terminals Transferring Bulk Liquefied Hazardous Gases (88-049)    2115-AD06 
2278        +Implementation of the Commercial Fishing-Industry Vessel Safety Act (88-079).........    2115-AD12 
2279        Permits for the Transportation of Municipal and Commercial Wastes (89-014)............    2115-AD23 
2280        Vessel Identification System (89-050).................................................    2115-AD35 
2281        +Discharge-Removal Equipment for Vessels Carrying Oil (90-068)........................    2115-AD66 
2282        +Financial Responsibility for Water Pollution (Vessels) (CGD 91-005)..................    2115-AD76 
2283        +Tank Vessel Response Plans (91-034)..................................................    2115-AD81 
2284        +Facility Response Plans (91-036).....................................................    2115-AD82 
2285        +Overfill Devices (CGD 90-071a).......................................................    2115-AD87 
2286        Claims Procedures Under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (CGD 91-035)....................    2115-AD90 
2287        Regulated Navigation Area: Puget Sound and Strait of Juan de Fuca, WA; Grays Harbor,                
            WA; Columbia River and Willamette River, OR; Yaquina Bay, OR; Umpqua River, OR; Coos                
            Bay, OR (13-90-28)....................................................................    2115-AE06 
2288        +Escort Vessels for Certain Tankers (91-202)..........................................    2115-AE10 
2289        Alteration of Obstructive Bridges (CGD 91-063)........................................    2115-AE15 
2290        Federal Pilotage Requirement for Foreign Trade Vessels (92-061).......................    2115-AE28 
2291        New York Vessel Traffic Service (CGD 92-052)..........................................    2115-AE36 
2292        Regatta Regulations...................................................................    2115-AE46 
2293        Drawbridge Regulations................................................................    2115-AE47 
2294        Inland Navigation Rules; Lighting Provisions (CGD 94-011).............................    2115-AE71 
2295        Revision of Damage Stability Requirements for New Passenger Ship Designs (94-010).....    2115-AE75 
2296        Aleutian Trade Act (94-025)...........................................................    2115-AE77 
2297        Regulated Navigation Area: Oliver Lock and Dam; Black Warrior River--MM 338(08-93-027)    2115-AE79 
2298        Regulated Navigation Area; Mississippi River, Miles 88 to 240 Above Head of Passes (08-             
            94-006)...............................................................................   2115-AE81  
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2299        Notice of Hazardous Conditions (94-027)...............................................    2115-AE82 
2300        Regulated Navigation Areas............................................................    2115-AE84 
2301        Immediate Reporting of Casualties (94-030)............................................    2115-AE89 
2302        +Establishment of Lightering Zones (93-081)...........................................    2115-AE90 
2303        Radar-Observer Endorsement for Operators of Uninspected Towing Vessels (94-041).......    2115-AE92 
2304        Recreational Inflatable Personal Flotation Device Standards (CGD 94-111)..............    2115-AE96 
2305        Pollution Prevention: MARPOL Special Areas (CGD 94-056)...............................    2115-AE97 
2306        Temporary Speed Limits for the St. Marys River (09-94-036)............................   2115-AF01  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                  U.S. Coast Guard--Completed/Longterm Actions                                  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2307        Hybrid Personal Flotation Devices: Establishment of Approval Requirements (78-174)....    2115-AA29 
2308        Fire Protection Regulations (CGD 83-026)..............................................    2115-AB36 
2309        Domestic Load Lines (86-013)..........................................................    2115-AC37 
2310        Anchorage Regulations (CGD 86-079)....................................................    2115-AC96 
2311        Carriage of Bulk Solid Materials Requiring Special Handling (87-069)..................    2115-AD02 
2312        Controlling the Marine Asbestos Hazard (88-103).......................................    2115-AD16 
2313        General Revisions to Stability Regulations (Subchapter S) (89-038)....................    2115-AD34 
2314        +Double Hull Standards for Vessels Carrying Oil in Bulk (CGD 90-051)..................    2115-AD61 
2315        +Direct User Fees for Inspection or Examination of U.S. and Foreign Commercial Vessels              
            (91-030)..............................................................................    2115-AD78 
2316        Regulated Navigation Area; Puget Sound, Washington (13-90-03).........................    2115-AD86 
2317        Manning Standards for Foreign Tank Vessels (91-215)...................................    2115-AD97 
2318        Stability Criteria for Double-Hulled Tank Vessels (91-206)............................    2115-AE11 
2319        +Drug Testing of Individuals Applying for Issuance or Renewal of Licenses,                          
            Certificates of Registry, or Merchant Mariners' Documents (91-223)....................    2115-AE29 
2320        Lifeboats, Rescue Boats, and Associated Equipment and Materials (93-021)..............    2115-AE40 
2321        Inspection and Certification Standards for OSRVs (93-031).............................    2115-AE43 
2322        Implementation of Regulation 26 of Annex I of MARPOL 73-78 Relating to the Development              
            of Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plans (93-030)...................................    2115-AE44 
2323        Great Lakes Pilotage Rate Methodology (92-072)........................................    2115-AE45 
2324        Inspection of Great Lakes Barges (93-017).............................................    2115-AE49 
2325        +Great Lakes Pilotage (93-019)........................................................    2115-AE52 
2326        Certification of Seamen (92-042)......................................................    2115-AE53 
2327        Stability Criteria for Bulk Grain Vessels (93-059)....................................    2115-AE60 
2328        Shipboard Fumigation (93-061).........................................................    2115-AE61 
2329        Simplified Process for Pollution Violation Cases (93-079).............................    2115-AE68 
2330        International Load Lines (86-013a)....................................................    2115-AE70 
2331        Regulations for the Control of Ballast Water Discharges From Ships in the Hudson River              
            (94-003)..............................................................................    2115-AE76 
2332        Programs for Chemical, Drug, and Alcohol Testing of Commercial Vessel Personnel; Delay              
            of Implementation Dates (94-106)......................................................    2115-AE95 
2333        Ninth District Marine Inspection and Captain of the Port Zone Boundaries (CGD 94-107).   2115-AF00  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                              Federal Aviation Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2334        Objects Affecting Navigable Airspace..................................................    2120-AA09 
2335        +Fuel System Vent Fire Protection.....................................................    2120-AA49 
2336        Composite Propellers..................................................................    2120-AB05 
2337        Review of Part 47, Aircraft Registration, and Part 49, Recording of Aircraft Titles                 
            and Security Documents................................................................    2120-AC17 
2338        +Repair Station and Repairmen Certification Rules.....................................    2120-AC38 
2339        Installation of Crashworthy Fuselage Fuel Tanks and Fuel Lines........................   2120-AC87  
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2340        Maintenance Recordkeeping Requirements................................................    2120-AD25 
2341        +Sole Radio Navigation System; Minimum Standards for Certification....................    2120-AD26 
2342        High Intensity Radiated Fields Protection Standards for Aircraft Electrical and                     
            Electronic Systems....................................................................    2120-AD32 
2343        1-G Stalling Speed as a Basis for Compliance With Part 25 of the Federal Aviation                   
            Regulations...........................................................................    2120-AD40 
2344        +Fatigue Test Requirements for Aging Aircraft.........................................    2120-AD43 
2345        +Revision of Part 108, Airplane Operator Security.....................................    2120-AD45 
2346        +Revision of Part 107, Airport Security...............................................    2120-AD46 
2347        +Alternative Means of Compliance......................................................    2120-AD66 
2348        +Child Restraint Systems..............................................................    2120-AD90 
2349        +Cost of Services and Transfer of Fees to Part 187 From Parts 47, 49, 61, 63, 65, and               
            143...................................................................................    2120-AD91 
2350        Visual Descent Points.................................................................    2120-AE34 
2351        Access Into the Cockpit...............................................................    2120-AE35 
2352        Airport Runway Incursion..............................................................    2120-AE38 
2353        +Reduced Altitude Separation..........................................................    2120-AE51 
2354        Non-Federal Navigation Facilities.....................................................    2120-AE54 
2355        Persons Authorized To Perform Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Rebuilding, and                  
            Alterations...........................................................................    2120-AE57 
2356        +Airport Land Use Compatibility Planning--Proposed Revisions..........................    2120-AE64 
2357        +Pilot, Flight Instructor, Ground Instructor, and Pilot School Certification Rules....    2120-AE71 
2358        +Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Programs for Employees of Foreign Air                      
            Carriers Engaged in Specified Aviation Activities.....................................    2120-AE79 
2359        +Mode S Transponder Requirement for Part 135 Operators................................    2120-AE81 
2360        Stage 2 Airplane Operations in Hawaii.................................................    2120-AE83 
2361        State Block Grant Program.............................................................    2120-AE90 
2362        +Corrosion Control Program............................................................    2120-AE92 
2363        Nashville, TN, Class B Airspace.......................................................    2120-AE93 
2364        Niagara Falls.........................................................................    2120-AE95 
2365        Cincinnati, OH, Class B Airspace......................................................    2120-AE97 
2366        Flight Attendant English Language Proficiency.........................................    2120-AE98 
2367        +Advanced Qualification Program.......................................................    2120-AF00 
2368        +Revised Access to Type III Exits.....................................................    2120-AF01 
2369        Flight Operational Quality Assurance Program..........................................    2120-AF04 
2370        Sightseeing Operations................................................................    2120-AF07 
2371        Simulator Instructor--Medical Certificates............................................    2120-AF08 
2372        Changes in Type Design of Helicopters.................................................    2120-AF10 
2373        Orlando, FL, Class B Airspace.........................................................    2120-AF17 
2374        Tampa, FL, Class B Airspace...........................................................    2120-AF18 
2375        Raleigh/Durham, NC, Class B Airspace..................................................    2120-AF20 
2376        +Revision of Emergency Evacuation Demonstration Procedures to Improve Participant                   
            Safety................................................................................    2120-AF21 
2377        Aviation Insurance....................................................................    2120-AF23 
2378        +Operations of Jet Aircraft in Commuter Slots at LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy              
            International Airport.................................................................    2120-AF31 
2379        Future Harmonized Rotorcraft Rulemaking; Normal Category Maximum Weight...............    2120-AF33 
2380        +Overflights of Units of the National Park System.....................................    2120-AF46 
2381        +Child Restraint Systems..............................................................    2120-AF52 
2382        +Controlled Rest on the Flight Deck...................................................    2120-AF54 
2383        Proposed Modification of the Salt Lake City, UT, Class B Airspace.....................    2120-AF56 
2384        Windmilling and Rotor Blocking Tests; and Vibration Tests.............................    2120-AF57 
2385        Proposed Modification of the Phoenix, AZ, Class B Airspace............................    2120-AF58 
2386        Special Flight Rules in the Vicinity of the Grand Canyon National Park................    2120-AF60 
2387        +Air Tour Sightseeing Operations......................................................    2120-AF61 
2388        +Commuter Operations and General Certification and Operations Requirements............    2120-AF62 
2389        +Flight Crewmember Duty Limitations and Rest Requirements.............................    2120-AF63 
2390        +Submission to Drug Tests.............................................................    2120-AF64 
2391        +Mountain Flying......................................................................    2120-AF67 
2392        Type Certification Procedures for Changed Products....................................    2120-AF68 
2393        +Passenger Facility Charges...........................................................    2120-AF69 
2394        Revised Structural Loads Requirements for Transport Airplanes.........................   2120-AF70  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                                                                                                
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 Sequence                                          Title                                            Identifier  
  Number                                                                                              Number    
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2395        Miscellaneous Amendments............................................................     2120-AA50  
2396        Airworthiness Standards; Crash-Resistant Fuel Systems...............................     2120-AA57  
2397        Part 95 Instrument Flight Rules.....................................................     2120-AA63  
2398        Airworthiness Directives............................................................     2120-AA64  
2399        Standard Instrument Approach Procedures.............................................     2120-AA65  
2400        Airspace Actions....................................................................     2120-AA66  
2401        +Revision of Medical Standards and Certification Procedures.........................     2120-AA70  
2402        +Aircraft Flight Simulator Use in Pilot Training, Testing, and Checking and at                      
            Training Centers....................................................................     2120-AA83  
2403        +Improved Standards for Determining Rejected Takeoff and Landing Performance........     2120-AB17  
2404        Standards for Approval for High-Altitude Operation of Subsonic Transport Airplanes..     2120-AB18  
2405        Airworthiness Standards; Transport Category Rotorcraft Performance..................     2120-AB36  
2406        +Elimination of Airport Delays......................................................     2120-AB42  
2407        Low Fuel Quantity Alerting System...................................................     2120-AB46  
2408        Aircraft Engines: Fuel and Induction Systems........................................     2120-AB76  
2409        Airworthiness Standards; Turboshaft Engine Rotor Burst Protection...................     2120-AB91  
2410        +Passenger-Carrying and Cargo Air Operations for Compensation or Hire...............     2120-AC08  
2411        +Flight Attendant Requirements......................................................     2120-AC32  
2412        +Type and Number of Passenger Emergency Exits Required in Transport Category                        
            Airplanes...........................................................................     2120-AC43  
2413        +Improved Survival Equipment for Inadvertent Water Landings.........................     2120-AC72  
2414        +Air Carrier Training Programs......................................................     2120-AC79  
2415        +Retrofit of Improved Seats in Air Carrier Transport Category Airplanes.............     2120-AC84  
2416        +Drug Enforcement Assistance........................................................     2120-AD16  
2417        Airworthiness Standards: Aircraft Engines; Proposal for New One-Engine-Inoperative                  
            Ratings, Definitions, and Type Certification Standards..............................     2120-AD21  
2418        +Airworthiness Standards; Occupant Protection Standards for Commuter Category                       
            Airplanes...........................................................................     2120-AD27  
2419        Airplane Engine Cowling Retention...................................................     2120-AD34  
2420        +Fatigue Evaluation of Structure....................................................     2120-AD42  
2421        Allowable Carbon Dioxide Concentration in Transport Category Airplane Cabins........     2120-AD47  
2422        Protective Breathing Equipment; Cargo-Only Airplanes................................     2120-AD74  
2423        +Crew Pairing Requirements..........................................................     2120-AD88  
2424        +Unescorted Access Privilege........................................................     2120-AE14  
2425        Type Certificates for Some Surplus Aircraft of the Armed Forces.....................     2120-AE41  
2426        +Aging Aircraft Safety..............................................................     2120-AE42  
2427        Amend Part 34: Fuel Venting and Exhaust Emission Requirements for Turbine Engine-                   
            Powered Airplanes...................................................................     2120-AE55  
2428        JAR/FAR Harmonization Initiatives--Systems and Equipment............................     2120-AE59  
2429        JAR/FAR Harmonization Initiatives--Propulsion.......................................     2120-AE60  
2430        JAR/FAR Harmonization Initiatives--Flight...........................................     2120-AE61  
2431        JAR/FAR Harmonization Initiatives--Airframe.........................................     2120-AE62  
2432        Communication Systems: Removal of Fee Provisions....................................     2120-AE68  
2433        +Aircraft Ground Deicing and Anti-Icing Program.....................................     2120-AE70  
2434        Fees for Certification Services Performed Outside the United States.................     2120-AE72  
2435        +Civil Penalty Assessment Procedures................................................     2120-AE84  
2436        Accelerated Stalls in Commuter Category Airplanes...................................     2120-AE86  
2437        Manned Free Balloons................................................................     2120-AE87  
2438        Occupant Protection in Normal and Transport Category Rotorcraft.....................     2120-AE88  
2439        Holiday Give-Back Slots.............................................................     2120-AE94  
2440        Charlotte, NC, Class B Airspace.....................................................     2120-AF02  
2441        +Training and Checking in Ground Icing Conditions...................................     2120-AF09  
2442        Extended Overwater Operations With a Single High-Frequency Communication System (HF)                
            and a Single Long-Range Navigation System (LRNS)....................................     2120-AF12  
2443        Los Angeles, CA, Class B Airspace...................................................     2120-AF16  
2444        Minimum Altitudes for the Use of an Autopilot.......................................     2120-AF19  
2445        Revision of Certification Requirements: Mechanics and Repairmen.....................     2120-AF22  
2446        Revision of Certain Flight Airworthiness Standards to Harmonize With European                       
            Airworthiness Standards for Transport Category Airplanes............................     2120-AF25  
2447        Revised Discrete Gust Load Design Requirement; Transport Category Airplanes.........     2120-AF27  
2448        Advanced Simulation Plan Revisions..................................................     2120-AF29  
2449        +Suspension of Certain Aircraft Operations From the Transponder With Automatic                      
            Pressure Altitude Reporting Capability Requirement..................................    2120-AF30   
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2450        Notification to ATC of Deviations from ATC Clearance and Instructions in Response to                
            Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System Resolution Advisories..................     2120-AF35  
2451        Streamlined Enforcement Process Test Program........................................     2120-AF36  
2452        Powerplant Instruments; Fuel Pressure Indication....................................     2120-AF41  
2453        +Procedures for Complaints Involving Federally-Assisted Airports....................     2120-AF43  
2454        Sensitive Security Information......................................................     2120-AF49  
2455        Direct Final Rulemaking Procedure...................................................     2120-AF55  
2456        Rotorcraft Regulatory Changes Based on European Joint Airworthiness Requirements                    
            Proposals...........................................................................    2120-AF65   
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                           Federal Aviation Administration--Completed/Longterm Actions                          
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2457        Improved Flammability Standards for Materials Used in the Interiors of Transport                    
            Category Airplane Cabins..............................................................    2120-AD28 
2458        Centralization of Formal Hearing Dockets (FAA)........................................    2120-AD63 
2459        Part 71 Review: Airspace Designations.................................................    2120-AE65 
2460        +Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS 1)................................    2120-AF24 
2461        Recent Flight Experience - Pilot in Command...........................................    2120-AF32 
2462        Emergency Medical Kits: Protective Glove Requirement..................................    2120-AF37 
2463        +Air Tour Operators in the State of Hawaii............................................    2120-AF53 
2464        Public Aircraft Definition and Exemption Authority....................................    2120-AF59 
2465        Robinson R22/R44 Special Training and Qualification Requirements......................   2120-AF66  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                  Federal Highway Administration--Prerule Stage                                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2466        Acquisition of Real Property for Rights-of-Way........................................    2125-AC17 
2467        +Qualification of Drivers; Epilepsy...................................................   2125-AD34  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                               Federal Highway Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2468        +Commercial Driver's License Standards; Biometric Identifier..........................    2125-AC24 
2469        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; General; Periodic Registration Requirements              
            for Motor Carriers....................................................................    2125-AC28 
2470        Truck Length and Width Exclusive Devices..............................................    2125-AC30 
2471        Amendments to the Periodic Inspection Requirements....................................    2125-AC47 
2472        Commercial Driver Instruction Permits.................................................    2125-AC54 
2473        Certification of Size and Weight Enforcement..........................................    2125-AC60 
2474        +Qualification of Drivers; Vision.....................................................    2125-AC62 
2475        Revision of Medical Examination Form and Procedures...................................    2125-AC63 
2476        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation: Intermodal Cargo Containers.......    2125-AC74 
2477        Minimum Training Requirements for Operators of Multi-Trailer Combination Vehicles.....    2125-AC92 
2478        +Training for Entry-Level Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles........................    2125-AD05 
2479        +Commercial Driver Physical Fitness as Part of the CDL Process........................    2125-AD20 
2480        +Qualifications of Drivers: Hearing Deficiencies......................................    2125-AD22 
2481        Highway Beautification................................................................    2125-AD24 
2482        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Lighting Devices, Reflectors, and               
            Electrical Equipment..................................................................    2125-AD27 
2483        +Department of Transportation (FHWA, FTA, and FRA) Environmental Impact and Related                 
            Procedures............................................................................    2125-AD32 
2484        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; General Amendments................   2125-AD40  
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2485        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Manufactured Home Tires...........    2125-AD41 
2486        Antilock Brake Systems................................................................    2125-AD42 
2487        Federal Aid Project Authorization.....................................................    2125-AD43 
2488        Maximum Driving and Off-Duty Time; Hours of Service for Farmers and Retail Farm                     
            Suppliers.............................................................................    2125-AD44 
2489        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; General; Motor Vehicle Marking.............    2125-AD49 
2490        +Hours of Service of Drivers; Supporting Document Recordkeeping.......................   2125-AD52  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                Federal Highway Administration--Final Rule Stage                                
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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2491        Equal Employment Opportunity on Federal and Federal-Aid Construction Contracts                      
            (Including Supportive Services); Report Requirements..................................    2125-AB15 
2492        +Qualification of Drivers; Diabetes...................................................    2125-AB91 
2493        +Safety Fitness Procedures; Safety Ratings............................................    2125-AC71 
2494        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; General Transportation of Hazardous                      
            Materials.............................................................................    2125-AC78 
2495        +Management and Monitoring Systems....................................................    2125-AC97 
2496        Transportation of Hazardous Materials; Preemption Determination.......................    2125-AD00 
2497        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Sleeper Berths on Motor Coaches...    2125-AD25 
2498        Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) Allocation Formula....................    2125-AD30 
2499        Utility Relocations, Adjustments, and Reimbursement...................................    2125-AD31 
2500        Value Engineering.....................................................................    2125-AD33 
2501        Quality Assurance Procedures for Construction.........................................    2125-AD35 
2502        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation: Automatic Brake Adjusters and                   
            Brake Adjustment Indicators...........................................................    2125-AD37 
2503        Design Standards for Highways; A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets;                
            Design and Construction Criteria......................................................    2125-AD38 
2504        National Standards for Traffic Control Devices; Temporary Traffic Signals.............    2125-AD45 
2505        Commercial Driver's License Program and Controlled Substances and Alcohol Use and                   
            Testing...............................................................................    2125-AD46 
2506        Accident Recordkeeping Requirements...................................................   2125-AD51  
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                           Federal Highway Administration--Completed/Longterm Actions                           
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2507        +Weight Threshold Adjustments for Commercial Motor Vehicles...........................    2125-AC27 
2508        Centralization of Formal Hearing Dockets (FHWA).......................................    2125-AC59 
2509        +Transportation of Hazardous Materials; Highway Routing...............................    2125-AC80 
2510        Administration of Engineering and Design-Related Service Contracts; Private Sector                  
            Involvement Program...................................................................    2125-AD03 
2511        +Controlled Substances and Alcohol Use and Testing; Foreign-Based Motor Carriers and                
            Drivers...............................................................................    2125-AD11 
2512        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; General; Intermodal Transportation.........    2125-AD14 
2513        Removal of Obsolete and Redundant Regulations and Appendices..........................    2125-AD28 
2514        Traffic Surveillance and Control; Technical Amendment.................................    2125-AD36 
2515        Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Technical Amendment.........................    2125-AD39 
2516        Controlled Substances Test Reporting Requirements.....................................    2125-AD47 
2517        National Standards for Traffic Control Devices; Revision of the Manual on Uniform                   
            Traffic Control Devices...............................................................   2125-AD50  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                          National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Prerule Stage                         
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2518        Review: Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment...........................   2127-AB76  
                           [[Page 23602]]
                                                                                                                
2519        Standard 105; Hydraulic Brake.........................................................    2127-AC94 
2520        Review: Glass-Plastic Windshields.....................................................    2127-AD29 
2521        Rulemaking To Delete ``Due Care'' Provisions From the Occupant Crash Protection                     
            Standard..............................................................................    2127-AD54 
2522        +Review: Passenger Car Front Seat Occupant Protection (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety                 
            Standard No. 208).....................................................................    2127-AD82 
2523        Radiator Safety Cap...................................................................    2127-AE59 
2524        Lateral Performance Requirements for Fuel System Integrity............................    2127-AE83 
2525        Review: Passenger-Car Back Seat Occupant Protection...................................    2127-AE95 
2526        Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)..........................................................    2127-AF29 
2527        Upgrade Performance Requirements......................................................    2127-AF36 
2528        Riding in Cargo Bed of Pickup Trucks..................................................    2127-AF49 
2529        Cylinder Requirements.................................................................    2127-AF51 
2530        Review: Odometer Fraud................................................................    2127-AF53 
2531        +Review: Side Impact Protection.......................................................    2127-AF54 
2532        Theft Prevention - 5-Year Report to Congress..........................................    2127-AF55 
2533        Child Booster Seats...................................................................   2127-AF61  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                       National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                      
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2534        Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts......................................    2127-AB79 
2535        Seating Systems Performance...........................................................    2127-AD08 
2536        +Extend Antilock Brake System to Passenger Cars.......................................    2127-AE47 
2537        Uniform Guidelines for State Highway Safety Programs..................................    2127-AE90 
2538        Tires on New Trailers.................................................................    2127-AF05 
2539        +Light Truck Average Fuel Economy Standards for MYs 1998 Through 2006.................    2127-AF16 
2540        Uniform Tire Quality Grading..........................................................    2127-AF17 
2541        Fractional Balance Headlamp Aim.......................................................    2127-AF24 
2542        Rigid Plastics in Windows.............................................................    2127-AF28 
2543        Driving Range Determination for Dual Fuel Electric Passenger Automobiles..............    2127-AF37 
2544        Test Device Placement.................................................................    2127-AF40 
2545        Increase Femur Flexion Motion of the Hybrid III Test Dummy............................    2127-AF41 
2546        Electric Vehicle Safety...............................................................    2127-AF43 
2547        +Certification of Child Restraints for Use on Aircraft................................    2127-AF46 
2548        Conversion of Vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas......................................    2127-AF50 
2549        Theft Data for Calendar Year 1993.....................................................    2127-AF56 
2550        Theft Data for Calendar Year 1994.....................................................    2127-AF57 
2551        High Theft Lines for Model Year 1996..................................................    2127-AF58 
2552        Retroreflective Conspicuity System....................................................   2127-AF59  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                        National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Final Rule Stage                        
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2553        +Crashworthiness Ratings..............................................................    2127-AA03 
2554        +Truck Rear Underride Protection......................................................    2127-AA43 
2555        +Flammability of Interior Materials - School Buses....................................    2127-AA44 
2556        +Reduce Head Injuries Due to Contact With Upper Vehicle Interior......................    2127-AB85 
2557        +Lighting Simplification--Potential Amendments on Long-Term Issues....................    2127-AB87 
2558        +School Bus Body Joint Strength.......................................................    2127-AC19 
2559        Fuel Spillage.........................................................................    2127-AC62 
2560        +Rollover Protection..................................................................    2127-AC64 
2561        Brake Lining..........................................................................    2127-AC66 
2562        +Film Transmittance of Glazing Materials..............................................   2127-AC85  
                           [[Page 23603]]
                                                                                                                
2563        Incentive Grant Criteria for Drunk-Driving-Prevention Programs (Section 410)..........    2127-AD01 
2564        +Wheelchair Lifts.....................................................................    2127-AD50 
2565        Issuance, Amendment, and Revocation of Rules: Procedural Regulations..................    2127-AD78 
2566        Seat Adjustment Position..............................................................    2127-AE22 
2567        Emergency Exit Requirements for Non-School Buses......................................    2127-AE25 
2568        Certification Requirements of Multistage Vehicles.....................................    2127-AE27 
2569        +Dynamic Testing of Light Trucks and Vans for Side Impact.............................    2127-AE49 
2570        Referee Material......................................................................    2127-AE58 
2571        Consumer Information Regulation - Vehicle Stopping Distance...........................    2127-AE61 
2572        Bus Window Emergency Exit.............................................................    2127-AE62 
2573        Standardized Display of Certification Labels..........................................    2127-AE71 
2574        Insurer Reporting Requirements for October 1995.......................................    2127-AE94 
2575        Miniature and Nonfilament Light Sources...............................................    2127-AE97 
2576        Test Procedures for Transmission and Key Locking Requirements.........................    2127-AE99 
2577        Redefine Replaceable Bulb Headlamps...................................................    2127-AF00 
2578        Air-Over-Hydraulic Brake System.......................................................    2127-AF01 
2579        Test Dummies and Requirements for Testing Child Restraint Systems.....................    2127-AF02 
2580        Heavy Vehicle Burnish Procedures......................................................    2127-AF13 
2581        Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fuel Containers..........................................    2127-AF14 
2582        Equivalent Measurements for Gaseous Fuels.............................................    2127-AF18 
2583        Materials Used in Tests...............................................................    2127-AF22 
2584        Pneumatic Timing and Balance for Trailer Brake Systems................................    2127-AF23 
2585        +Manual Cutoff Switches for Air Bags..................................................    2127-AF30 
2586        Improved Back Door Latch..............................................................    2127-AF35 
2587        Driving Range for Dual Energy and Natural Gas Dual Energy Passenger Automobiles.......    2127-AF38 
2588        Alternative Zonal Photometric Requirements for Center High-Mounted Stop Lamps (CHMSL).    2127-AF45 
2589        Fuel System Containers for Compressed Natural Gas Vehicles............................   2127-AF47  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                   National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Completed/Longterm Actions                   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2590        +Heavy Duty Vehicle Brake Systems (Formerly Truck and Trailer Brake Systems)..........    2127-AA00 
2591        Proposed New Standard 135; Passenger-Car Brake System.................................    2127-AA13 
2592        Air Brake Systems, Stopping-Distance Performance......................................    2127-AD07 
2593        Brake Hoses and Fluids................................................................    2127-AD70 
2594        Enforcement of Chapter 301 of Title 49 of the United States Code (formerly the                      
            National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act)........................................    2127-AD83 
2595        Stopping Distance Performance Requirements............................................    2127-AE21 
2596        Optical Coatings and Heat Degradations................................................    2127-AE38 
2597        Vehicles Equipped With Long-Stroke Brake Chambers.....................................    2127-AE54 
2598        Antilock Warning Signals..............................................................    2127-AE75 
2599        Accelerometer Mounting Arrangements...................................................    2127-AE84 
2600        Define Major Component Parts of a Vehicle.............................................    2127-AE85 
2601        Highway Safety Programs, Determination of Effectiveness...............................    2127-AE89 
2602        Passenger Motor Vehicle Theft Data for Model Year (MY) 1992...........................    2127-AE92 
2603        Define Designated Seating Position....................................................    2127-AE96 
2604        Conversion of Measurements From English Units to Metric Units.........................    2127-AF03 
2605        Replaceable Light Source Information..................................................    2127-AF07 
2606        Maximum Inflation Pressure for Tires..................................................    2127-AF19 
2607        School Bus Driving Mirrors............................................................    2127-AF31 
2608        Strobe Lights on School Bus Stop Arms.................................................    2127-AF32 
2609        Seat Belt Anchorages in Small Buses...................................................    2127-AF33 
2610        Air Bag Warning Label Requirements....................................................    2127-AF39 
2611        Requirements for Use of Compressed Natural Gas........................................    2127-AF42 
2612        Insurance Cost Information Regulation.................................................   2127-AF44  
                           [[Page 23604]]
                                                                                                                
2613        Calibrating the Accelerometer in Test Dummies.........................................    2127-AF48 
2614        Importation of Vehicles and Equipment Subject to Federal Rules........................    2127-AF52 
2615        +Motor Vehicle Content Labeling.......................................................   2127-AF60  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                 Federal Railroad Administration--Prerule Stage                                 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2616        +Whistle Bans at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings.........................................    2130-AA71 
2617        Qualification and Certification of Locomotive Engineers...............................    2130-AA74 
2618        +Generic Standards for Corridors up to 160 MPH........................................    2130-AA88 
2619        +Locomotive Crashworthiness and Working Conditions....................................    2130-AA89 
2620        +Passenger Equipment Standards........................................................   2130-AA95  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                              Federal Railroad Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                              
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2621        Railroad Accident Reporting...........................................................    2130-AA58 
2622        Alcohol/Drug Regulations; Miscellaneous Technical Amendments and Corrections..........    2130-AA63 
2623        +Power Brake Regulations; Miscellaneous Revisions.....................................    2130-AA73 
2624        +Track Safety Standards...............................................................    2130-AA75 
2625        Locomotive Conspicuity; Minimum Standards for Auxiliary External Lights...............    2130-AA80 
2626        AMTRAK Waste Disposal.................................................................    2130-AA84 
2627        +Roadway Worker Protection............................................................    2130-AA86 
2628        +Selection and Installation of Grade Crossing Warning Systems.........................    2130-AA92 
2629        +Environmental Impact and Related Procedures (FRA, FTA, FHWA).........................    2130-AA93 
2630        +Radio Communication-Advanced Train Control System....................................    2130-AA94 
2631        +Rail Passenger Service: Emergency Preparedness.......................................    2130-AA96 
2632        Statement of Policy Regarding Safety of Railroad Bridges..............................   2130-AA99  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                Federal Railroad Administration--Final Rule Stage                               
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2633        Local Rail Freight Assistance to States...............................................    2130-AA60 
2634        +Freight Car Safety Standards: Maintenance-of-Way Equipment...........................    2130-AA68 
2635        Event Recorders.......................................................................    2130-AA87 
2636        Protection of Utility Employees.......................................................    2130-AA90 
2637        Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Grade-Crossing Signal Systems.................    2130-AA97 
2638        FRA Hazardous Materials Penalty Guidelines............................................   2130-AB00  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                           Federal Railroad Administration--Completed/Longterm Actions                          
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2639        Centralization of Formal Hearing Dockets (FRA)........................................    2130-AA59 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                                                                                                
                           [[Page 23605]]
                               Federal Transit Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                              
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation  
 Sequence                                          Title                                            Identifier  
  Number                                                                                              Number    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2640        Buy America.........................................................................     2132-AA42  
2641        +Department of Transportation (FTA, FRA, FHWA) Environmental Impact and Related                     
            Procedures..........................................................................     2132-AA43  
2642        Transportation for the Elderly and Persons With Disabilities........................    2132-AA46   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                Federal Transit Administration--Final Rule Stage                                
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2643        +Bus Testing..........................................................................    2132-AA30 
2644        +State Responsibility for Fixed-Guideway System Safety................................    2132-AA39 
2645        +Management and Monitoring Systems....................................................    2132-AA47 
2646        +Temporary Local Match Waiver for Sections 9 and 18...................................    2132-AA49 
2647        +New Starts Criteria..................................................................   2132-AA50  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                           Research and Special Programs Administration--Prerule Stage                          
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2648        Consolidation of Specifications for High-Pressure Seamless Cylinders and Rewrite of 49              
            CFR 173.34............................................................................    2137-AA92 
2649        Modernizing the Passenger Origin-Destination Survey...................................    2137-AB92 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                        Research and Special Programs Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                       
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2650        +Gas Gathering Line Definition........................................................    2137-AB15 
2651        +Maps and Records of Pipeline Location and Characteristics; Notification of State                   
            Agencies; Pipe Inventory..............................................................    2137-AB48 
2652        DOT 3AL Aluminum Cylinders; Safety Problems...........................................    2137-AB51 
2653        Design and Construction of Welded Breakout Tanks......................................    2137-AC11 
2654        Underwater Abandoned Pipeline Facilities..............................................    2137-AC33 
2655        Environmentally Sensitive Areas and High-Density Population Areas.....................    2137-AC34 
2656        +Increased Inspection Requirements....................................................    2137-AC38 
2657        +Emergency Flow-Restricting Devices...................................................    2137-AC39 
2658        Transportation of Hazardous Materials; Miscellaneous Amendments.......................    2137-AC41 
2659        Safety Permits--Shipper's Responsibility..............................................    2137-AC45 
2660        Labeling Requirements for Poisonous Materials.........................................    2137-AC47 
2661        Review of Confidentiality Requirements for Schedule T-100 Domestic Market Data........    2137-AC49 
2662        Hazardous Liquid Gathering Line Definition............................................    2137-AC52 
2663        Regulated Gas and Hazardous Liquid Gathering Lines....................................    2137-AC53 
2664        Permanent Underwater Inspections......................................................    2137-AC54 
2665        Excess Flow Valve Customer Notification...............................................    2137-AC55 
2666        Mandatory One-Call Participation......................................................    2137-AC57 
2667        Revision of Cylinder Qualification Requirements.......................................    2137-AC59 
2668        Alternate Standards for Open-Head Fiber Drum Packaging................................    2137-AC62 
2669        Revision of Exemption, Approval, Registration, and Reporting Procedures...............    2137-AC63 
2670        Retention of Shipping Papers..........................................................    2137-AC64 
2671        Pipeline Safety User Fees.............................................................   2137-AC65  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                                                                                                
                           [[Page 23606]]
                         Research and Special Programs Administration--Final Rule Stage                         
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation  
 Sequence                                          Title                                            Identifier  
  Number                                                                                              Number    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2672        Quantity Limitations Aboard Aircraft................................................     2137-AA85  
2673        +Hazardous Materials in Intrastate Commerce.........................................     2137-AB37  
2674        +Qualification of Pipeline Personnel................................................     2137-AB38  
2675        Detection and Repair of Cracks, Pits, Corrosion, Lining Flaws, Thermal Detection                    
            Flaws, and Other Defects of Tank Car Tanks..........................................     2137-AB40  
2676        Determining the Extent of Corrosion on Exposed Gas Pipelines........................     2137-AB50  
2677        Transportation Regulations; Compatibility with the International Atomic Energy                      
            Agency..............................................................................     2137-AB60  
2678        Transportation of Hydrogen Sulfide by Pipeline......................................     2137-AB63  
2679        Passage of Internal Inspection Devices..............................................     2137-AB71  
2680        +Improvements to Hazardous Materials Identification Systems.........................     2137-AB75  
2681        +Crashworthiness Protection Requirements for Tank Cars..............................     2137-AB89  
2682        +Excess Flow Valves in Service Lines................................................     2137-AB97  
2683        +Safeguarding Food From Contamination During Transportation.........................     2137-AC00  
2684        Tank Cars and Cargo Tank Motor Vehicles: Attendance Requirements....................     2137-AC24  
2685        +Regulatory Review: Gas Pipeline Safety Standards...................................     2137-AC25  
2686        Regulatory Review: Administrative Practices, Reporting Pipeline Incidents, Gas                      
            Pipeline Standards, and Liquefied Natural Gas Facility Standards....................     2137-AC28  
2687        +Response Plans for Onshore Oil Pipelines...........................................     2137-AC30  
2688        +Oil Spill Prevention and Response Plans............................................     2137-AC31  
2689        Customer-Owned Service Lines........................................................     2137-AC32  
2690        +Infectious Substances..............................................................     2137-AC36  
2691        +Hazardous Materials Registration and Fee Assessment Program........................    2137-AC58   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                    Research and Special Programs Administration--Completed/Longterm Actions                    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2692        Enforcement of Motor Carrier Financial Responsibility Requirements....................    2137-AB35 
2693        Excavation Damage Prevention Programs for Gas and Hazardous Liquid Pipelines..........    2137-AB47 
2694        Hazardous Materials in COFC/TOFC Service..............................................    2137-AC26 
2695        Cargo Tanks; Miscellaneous Requirements...............................................    2137-AC37 
2696        Incorporation of Latest United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous                
            Goods.................................................................................    2137-AC42 
2697        Approval of Multi-Unit Tank Car Tanks.................................................    2137-AC43 
2698        Incorporation of RSPA Civil Penalty Guidelines........................................    2137-AC60 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                  Maritime Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                                  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2699        +Cargo Preference--U.S.-Flag Vessels; Uniform Contracting Requirements for Federal                  
            Program Participants..................................................................    2133-AA95 
2700        +Cargo Preference--U.S.-Flag Vessels; Monitoring Shipments of Military Household Goods              
            and Personal Effects..................................................................    2133-AB12 
2701        +Obligation Guarantees; Program Administration........................................    2133-AB14 
2702        +Determination of Fair and Reasonable Guideline Rates for the Carriage of Less-Than-                
            Shipload Lots of Bulk and Packaged Preference Cargoes on U.S.-Flag Vessels............   2133-AB16  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                                    Maritime Administration--Final Rule Stage                                   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2703        Federal Port Controllers..............................................................   2133-AB15  
                           [[Page 23607]]
                                                                                                                
2704        +Cargo Preference--U.S.-Flag Vessels; Available U.S.-Flag Commercial Vessels..........   2133-AB17  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation.                                                                        


                               Maritime Administration--Completed/Longterm Actions                              
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2705        Centralization of Formal Hearing Dockets (MARAD)......................................    2133-AA84 
2706        Values for War Risk Insurance; Review of War Risk Insurance Valuation Methodology.....    2133-AA89 
2707        Foreign Transfer of Documented Vessels................................................    2133-AB11 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2188. DIRECT FLIGHTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1381

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Donald L. Pevsner petitioned the CAB to institute a 
rulemaking proceeding to ban use of the term ``direct flight'' because 
it is deceptive, and to declare use of the term to be a prima facie 
violation of section 411 of the Federal Aviation Act of 1958. The 
Department is now considering what action to take in response to the 
petition.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The petition is filed in Docket 41217.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AA73
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2189. PRICE ADVERTISING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1371; 49 USC 1381

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 380.30(e); 14 CFR 399.84

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The DOT rules cited above state that any price stated for air 
transportation, a tour or a tour component must be the entire price for 
that transportation, tour or component. In this petition, Mr. Donald 
Pevsner complains that some tour operators advertise prices which do 
not include additional features which must be purchased and which cost 
extra. He asks that the rules be amended to state that such additional 
features may only be priced separately if they may be purchased 
separately, i.e., if they are optional rather than mandatory. The 
petition is under consideration.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Petition for Rulemaking (Dkt 
43147)                          05/22/85


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB25
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________


2190. IMPLEMENTATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE EQUAL ACCESS TO JUSTICE 
ACT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 504

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 6; 48 CFR 6301; 14 CFR 14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would incorporate the latest amendments to the 
Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA or ``Act''), 5 USC 504, into OST's 
EAJA regulations, 49 CFR 6. The EAJA provides for the award of 
attorneys' fees and other expenses to eligible individuals and entities 
who prevail over the Government in administrative proceedings, unless 
the position of the Government was substantially justified. The latest 
amendment made certain technical and substantive amendments to the 
EAJA, as well as made the Act, as so amended, permanent. This 
rulemaking is undertaken at the Department's initiative in response to 
the statutory changes in the EAJA.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB73


[[Page 23608]] 
______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2191. +COMMERCIAL SPACE TRANSPORTATION: FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 
REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSED LAUNCH ACTIVITIES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 70101 to 70119

CFR Citation:  None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Persons authorized to conduct commercial launch activities by 
a license issued by the Office of Commercial Space Transportation 
(OCST) are required to obtain insurance or demonstrate financial 
responsibility, in amounts and on terms prescribed by OCST, to protect 
against third-party or government property damage claims resulting from 
the licensed activities. Licensees and other launch participants are 
also required to enter into reciprocal waivers of claims arising out of 
licensed activities. In addition, persons engaged in commercial launch 
operations must provide proof of financial responsibility, or offer 
other assurances, adequate to protect the Government when its property 
or personnel are involved in such operations. This rulemaking codifies 
the procedures by which OCST sets appropriate levels and terms of 
insurance and financial responsibility required to be carried by 
persons subject to its authority. This action is significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/07/85                    50 FR 19280
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/08/85                    50 FR 19280
Public Meeting Notice and 
Request for Comments            10/13/94                    59 FR 52020
Comment Period Extended to 12/
16/94                           12/05/94                    59 FR 62359
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: The rulemaking entitled Commercial Space 
Transportation: Reciprocal Waiver of Claims, RIN 2105-AB76, has been 
consolidated into this rulemaking.

Agency Contact: Esta Rosenberg, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9305

RIN: 2105-AA26
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2192. +PROPOSED POLICY ON PEAK PERIOD PRICING OF AIRPORT LANDING 
FEES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301 et seq

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department proposes to establish a set of guidelines to 
encourage the voluntary development of peak and off-peak pricing 
systems for airport landing fees at congested U.S. airports. The 
guidelines would encourage the application of economic incentive to 
promote more efficient use of existing airport facilities, which would 
reduce congestion and delays. This policy statement is significant 
because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Larry Phillips, Chief, Industry Economics and Finance 
Div., Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4382

RIN: 2105-AB63
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2193. +PROCEDURES FOR TRANSPORTATION WORKPLACE DRUG-TESTING 
PROGRAMS (MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 101; 49 USC 102; 49 USC 301; 49 USC 302; 49 
USC 322

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 40

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Drug-testing procedures of 49 CFR 40 to conform to the 
Hollings/Danforth drug-testing provisions in the DOT Appropriations Act 
for FY 1992 are being proposed in RIN 2105-AB95. The SNPRM herein would 
propose technical changes in the procedures to improve administration 
of the drug-testing program. Comments to the earlier NPRM on reporting 
of negative tests (55 FR 28782, 07/13/90) would also be addressed in 
the SNPRM. This action is significant because of substantial public and 
congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/13/90                    55 FR 28782
NPRM Comment Period End         08/13/90
SNPRM                           04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/13/90 (55 FR 28782)

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB71
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2194. +PASSENGER MANIFEST INFORMATION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 44909

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 243

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 16, 1991.

Abstract: PL 101-604, enacted November 16, 1990, mandates that the 
Secretary of Transportation require all U.S. airlines to comply with a 
Passenger Manifest Collection Regulation for international flights. The 
Department of Transportation is therefore soliciting comments and 
suggestions from the public on the most cost-effective methods of 
facilitating the collection of the required information. This 
rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest and the congressional mandate.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/31/91                     56 FR 3810
ANPRM Correction                02/12/91                     56 FR 5665
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/19/91
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation [[Page 23609]] 

Additional Information: This entry was formerly titled Aviation 
Security: Passenger Manifest Information.

Agency Contact: Arnold Levine, Director, Office of International 
Transportation and Trade, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4368

RIN: 2105-AB78
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2195. +LICENSING COMMERCIAL SPACE LAUNCH ACTIVITIES

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 70101 to 70119

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 400 to 415

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Commercial Space Launch Act of 1984, as amended, grants 
the Department of Transportation's Office of Commercial Space 
Transportation authority to license and otherwise regulate commercial 
launches and the commercial operation of launch sites. The Office must 
ensure that commercial space launch activities are conducted in a 
manner that does not jeopardize public health and safety and the safety 
of property without, however, imposing unnecessary regulatory burdens 
on the commercial launch industry. The industry has grown in size and 
complexity since the original regulations were published in 1988, and 
the Office's licensing program continues to evolve to reflect these 
changes. This rulemaking would modify the current regulations to 
reflect a streamlined and more mature licensing regime developed over 
the past few years. Such changes would benefit the industry by reducing 
regulatory burdens, thus reducing costs.
This rulemaking is significant because of substantial public interest.

Statement of Need: On April 4, 1988, the Office of Commercial Space 
Transportation (OCST) published final regulations for licensing 
commercial space launch activities. The regulations include the general 
administrative procedures of OCST as well as revised and expanded 
policies for licensing commercial launch activities. The industry has 
grown in size and complexity since the licensing regulations were first 
published in 1988. As a result, the Office has continued to refine its 
approach to licensing launch proposals in a manner that facilitates 
private sector launch activities. This rulemaking would modify the 
current regulations to reflect a more efficient licensing regime. In 
addition, the rulemaking will address the procedures and requirements 
applicable to the licensing of commercial spaceport operators.

Summary of the Legal Basis: The Commercial Space Launch Act of 1984, as 
amended, 49 U.S.C. app. 2601 et seq., confers upon the Department of 
Transportation the responsibility to license and otherwise regulate 
launches by the private sector of launch vehicles and the commercial 
operation of launch sites. The Department's Office of Commercial Space 
Transportation carries out this responsibility for ensuring that these 
commercial launch activities do not jeopardize public health and 
safety, the safety of property, and national security and foreign 
policy interests of the United States.

Alternatives: No alternatives were considered. OCST is required by the 
Commercial Space Launch Act to review and act upon applications for 
licenses to conduct commercial launches and commercial launch site 
operations. The Act does not permit OCST to follow alternative 
approaches in carrying out this responsibility. Therefore, although 
this rulemaking will make further refinements to the licensing process, 
the basic regulatory approach will not change.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The rule should impose no additional 
costs on the commercial space transportation industry. By streamlining 
the licensing process that is already in place, the rule should benefit 
the industry by reducing the regulatory burden. The rule should benefit 
the Office by establishing a more efficient licensing mechanism, 
thereby reducing staff time.

Risks: commercial space launch activities do not jeopardize public 
health and safety and the safety of property and to ensure compliance 
with international obligations of the United States. Although the 
historical safety record of government and commercial launch firms is 
excellent, significant risks or hazards are presented by the launch of 
launch vehicles. Risks or hazards include possible explosions and fires 
involving liquid or solid rocket propellants and ordnance, as well as 
the generation of launch vehicle and payload debris. Launch accidents, 
including in-flight failures of guidance or destruction systems, may 
result in injury to launch personnel and the public and in damages to 
or loss of government and private property. The potential maximum 
probable loss for injuries and damages from a single launch typically 
is in the tens of millions of dollars. The OCST licensing process, in 
conjunction with U.S. Government launch facilities' range safety 
control procedures, are directed at ensuring these launch activities do 
not jeopardize public safety or U.S. national interests. In addition, 
OCST imposes financial responsibility requirements on licensees to 
protect the public and the government, pursuant to the 1988 amendments 
to the Commercial Space Launch Act.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Public Meeting Notice and 
Request for Comments            10/13/94                    59 FR 52020
Comment Period Extended to 12/
16/94                           12/05/94                    59 FR 62359
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Bobby R. Quisenberry, Associate Director, Office of 
Commercial Space Transportation, Department of Transportation, Office 
of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 
366-2929

RIN: 2105-AB85
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2196. +ACCESSIBILITY OF PASSENGER VESSELS TO INDIVIDUALS WITH 
DISABILITIES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 12101 et seq; PL 101-336, Americans with 
Disabilities Act

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 37

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, July 26, 1991.

Abstract: The Department's Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) final 
rule, published September 6, 1991 (56 FR 45584), reserved portions of 
the rule concerning passenger vessels. The ADA covers passenger 
vessels, but issuing accessibility requirements for vessels 
[[Page 23610]] involves complex issues unlike those affecting land 
transportation. This action will address these issues and propose 
feasible requirements to make passenger vessels accessible to, and 
usable by, individuals with disabilities. This rulemaking is considered 
significant because of substantial public and congressional interest.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB87
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2197. +TRANSPORTATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES (OVER THE 
ROAD BUSES)

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; PL 101-336, Americans with Disabilities 
Act (ADA)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 27

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 16, 1994.

Abstract: The Department is seeking responses to questions concerning 
requirements for accessibility of over-the-road buses (OTRBs). DOT is 
required to consider the recent report of the Office of Technology 
Assessment in drafting OTRB access rules. This project is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Statement of Need: This regulation is necessary for the Department to 
comply with the ADA requirement that it issue a regulation governing 
accessibility in OTRB service for persons with disabilities.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Under the ADA, the Department must issue 
regulations concerning OTRBs. OTRBs are buses with a high passenger 
deck and a below-deck baggage compartment, of the kind used by 
Greyhound, other intercity and local fixed-route operators, and charter 
and tour companies.
When Congress enacted the ADA, it directed DOT to establish limited 
interim regulations for OTRBs. These interim regulations, which DOT 
published as part of its 1991 ADA rules, call for OTRBs to provide 
boarding assistance to individuals with disabilities and to carry their 
wheelchairs in baggage. By statute, these interim rules could not 
require lifts or other specific boarding devices.
Based on concerns about the economic weakness of the intercity bus 
industry and the potential for reductions in OTRB service (particularly 
to rural areas), Congress directed the Office of Technology Assessment 
(OTA) to study issues relating to demand, technology, cost-
effectiveness, and service impacts of implementing OTRB access. OTA 
published its report in May 1993. OTA took the view that the ADA 
requires new OTRBs to be lift-equipped and requires passengers to be 
able to ride in their own wheelchairs (the highest cost approach to 
achieving OTRB accessibility). Under OTA's interpretation of the 
statute, DOT would have little regulatory discretion to fashion more 
flexible requirements.
Because OTA's study left many questions unanswered, DOT issued, in 
October 1993, an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) to 
obtain views on the Department's discretion under the statute and 
technical, cost and service data critical to the development of a full 
range of OTRB regulatory options. The Department also held a public 
workshop, attended by bus industry and disability groups, to discuss 
OTRB accessibility options.
The gaps in the OTA study, and the Department's consequent need to 
begin the regulatory process with an ANPRM, have put the Department 
behind the timetable established in the ADA, which called for a final 
rule to be issued within one year of the OTA report (i.e., May 1994).
The next step in the process is for the Department to issue a notice of 
proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

Alternatives: The Department analyzed comments to the docket in an 
advance notice of proposed rulemaking and held a workshop involving 
representatives of interested parties to obtain views on the 
Department's discretion under the statute for achieving accessibility 
in OTRB device and technical, costs, and service data. As a result of 
these activities, several options have been suggested for achieving 
accessible OTRB service. Option I assumes lift equipage of 100 percent 
of OTRB's. Option II assumes an accessible OTRB system based primarily 
on station-based lifts plus ramps and a boarding chair on 100 percent 
of OTRBs vs. one based on Scalamobiles (a powered stair climber device) 
on 100 percent of OTRBs. Option III assumes 25 percent lift-equipped 
OTRBs and 75 percent Scalamobiles. All options assume a 10-year 
implementation period.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: Cost information is very sparse and our 
estimates are still in flux. Presently, the anticipated annual cost of 
option I would be $67-$78 million. The high and low cost range reflects 
differences in lift types, other OTRB and terminal access features, 
personnel training and forgone revenue from seat and/or package loss. 
The anticipated annual cost of option II would be $16-$19 million. The 
high and low costs reflect differences between an accessible OTRB 
system based primarily on station-based lifts plus ramps and boarding 
chairs on 100 percent of OTRBs vs. one based on Scalamobiles on 100 
percent of OTRBs.
Option III annual costs would be estimated at $40-$45 million based on 
25 percent lift-equipped OTRBs and 75 percent of the fleet with 
Scalamobiles.
Option I would permit persons with disabilities to schedule trips at 
the last minute and they could remain in their mobility devices while 
traveling. They would not have to transfer to a vehicle seat. This is 
the option that would be favored by the disability community, but is 
the most costly option to the OTRB industry. The high cost of complying 
with this option could drive some companies out of business.
Under option II, OTRB operators would not be required to purchase buses 
equipped with vehicle-based lifts or securement locations. They would 
be required to ensure, within a given period of time, that individuals 
with disabilities, including wheelchair users, could use all services 
the operator provides. Wheelchair users would transfer to a vehicle 
seat, rather than riding in their own mobility aids.
Under option III, OTRB operators, within a given period of time, would 
have to obtain a certain percentage of lift-equipped buses as part of 
their mix of services to passengers with disabilities. This approach 
combines the flexibility of option II with a [[Page 23611]] requirement 
for a modest level of fleet accessibility, which would enable 
passengers to ride in their own wheelchairs but would require advance 
notice to schedule trips. This responds partially to concerns of 
disability community comments on the Department's ANPRM. Bus industry 
commenters expressed at least qualified support for this approach.

Risks: Because of the economic weakness of the intercity bus industry, 
the Department is concerned that any one of the options for bringing 
about accessible OTRB service could potentially bring about a reduction 
in intercity bus service for all users. This could have a significant 
negative impact on current intercity bus users, most of whom have low 
incomes and may not have ready access to other means of affordable 
transportation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/12/93                    58 FR 52735
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/26/93
NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Telephone number for TDD is (202) 755-7687.

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AC00
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2198. +LIMIT OF LIABILITY FOR DEEPWATER PORTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 2704

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 137

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would establish limits of liability for 
deepwater ports in general and for the Louisiana Offshore Port (LOOP) 
specifically. This action is considered significant because it is 
controversial.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/08/95                     60 FR 7652
NPRM Comment Period End         04/10/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Donald R. Trilling, Director, Office of Transportation 
Regulatory Affairs, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4220

RIN: 2105-AC01
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________


2199. USE OF DIRECT FINAL RULEMAKING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1657

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 521; 49 CFR 535

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is considering a new rulemaking procedure to 
expedite the processing of noncontroversial changes to its regulations. 
Rules that the Secretary judges to be unlikely to result in public 
comment would be published as ``direct final'' rules. Such direct final 
rules would advise the public that no adverse comment is anticipated 
and that, unless written adverse comment or notice of intent to submit 
such comment is received within a specified number of days, the rule 
will become effective 60 days from the date of publication in the 
Federal Register.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Neil Eisner, Assistant General Counsel for Regulation 
and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AC11



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2200. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF AGE IN DOT FINANCIAL 
ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 94-135

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1691

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The NPRM proposed to prohibit age discrimination by 
recipients of DOT financial assistance programs. However, it has been 
concluded that further analysis is needed to determine the 
applicability of the age discrimination act to DOT programs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/22/79                    44 FR 60946
NPRM Comment Period End         01/21/80


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/22/79 (44 FR 60946)

Agency Contact: Alyce Boyd-Stewart, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9366

RIN: 2105-AA09
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2201. DIRECT AIR CARRIER RESPONSIBILITY FOR RETURNING STRANDED 
CHARTER PASSENGERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1324; 49 USC 1371

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 207; 14 CFR 208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposed to make direct air carriers responsible 
for returning charter passengers stranded by strikes or other service 
interruptions, by eliminating the force majeure clause from charter 
contracts. However, the CAB subsequently issued an interpretive rule 
(ER-1387, 49 FR [[Page 23612]] 33436) which was affirmed in court. 
(Arrow Air, Inc. v. Dole, 784 F2d 1118 (1986).) Therefore, this action 
is now moot; the NPRM will be withdrawn.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/11/80                    45 FR 46812
NPRM Comment Period End         09/25/80
Reply Comment Period End        10/10/80
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: EDR 405, Docket 37169.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AA40
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2202. AIR TRAVELERS: AGE DISCRIMINATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6102

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 376 (Proposed)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking action was initiated by the Civil Aeronautics 
Board to implement the Age Discrimination Act of 1975. A draft final 
rule was submitted to HHS, as required by that Act, and was approved. 
However, in view of current airline practices with respect to travel by 
the elderly, and the absence of complaints of discrimination based on 
age, there no longer appears to be a need for further rulemaking 
action, and the NPRM will be withdrawn.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/26/79                    44 FR 55383
Final Action Adopted by the 
Board                           04/10/80
HHS Approved Final Rule With 
Changes                         07/13/84
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SPDR-74, Docket 36639.

Agency Contact: Robert Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AA45
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2203. POLICY STATEMENT ON AIRLINE PREEMPTION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 41713

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civil Aeronautics Board in 1979 issued an interim Policy 
Statement on preemption. It discusses the policy of the Department with 
respect to three areas in which State law has been preempted by the 
Airline Deregulation Act of 1978: regulation of commuter air carriers 
and air taxis, the rights of airport proprietors, and general State 
authority as it directly or indirectly affects air transportation 
competition. The Supreme Court subsequently ruled that section 105 of 
the ADA preempts even indirect State regulation that ``has a connection 
with or reference to'' airline rates, routes, or services. The 
Department is considering the effect of this holding on the Policy 
Statement. The Supreme Court is now considering another case on the 
extent of preemption and enforcement of private contracts entered into 
by airlines. The Department will await the outcome of this litigation 
before considering the future course and content of the Policy 
Statement.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/15/79                     44 FR 9948
Request for Comments on Interim 
Rule (PSDR-56, Docket 34684)    02/15/79                     44 FR 9953
Comment Period End              04/16/79


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: The case now pending before the Supreme Court 
is American Airlines v. Wolens, (S. Ct. No. 93-1286).

Agency Contact: Paul Smith, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9285

RIN: 2105-AA46
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2204. DIVERSION OF FLIGHTS WITHIN A METROPOLITAN AREA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301; 49 USC 1302; 49 USC 1305; 49 USC 1324; 
49 USC 1371; 49 USC 1375; 49 USC 1377 to 1379; 49 USC 1381; 49 USC 
1382; 49 USC 1386; 49 USC 1461; 49 USC 1481; 49 USC 1482; 49 USC 1502; 
49 USC 1504

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 253; 14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The CAB proposed to amend its rules requiring notice of 
contract terms for domestic travel to require that actual notice be 
given passengers of terms absolving carriers from any responsibility to 
transport a passenger to the destination named on the ticket, or to 
reimburse the passenger for expenses in reaching the airport noted on 
the ticket when a flight is diverted to another airport in the same 
metropolitan area. Alternatively, the Board proposed to declare it to 
be an unfair and deceptive practice to divert a passenger without 
arranging and paying for alternate transportation to the destination 
airport named on the passenger's ticket. The Board considered a final 
rule but did not decide what action to take. DOT is now considering 
what action to take.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/23/83                    48 FR 43343
NPRM Comment Period End         11/07/83


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: ADDITIONAL LEGAL AUTHORITIES: PL 96-354; 5 USC 
601. Docket 41683, EDR 468/PSDR-81.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AA78


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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23613]]
2205. SIMPLIFIED AVIATION EXEMPTION PROCEDURES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1371; 49 USC 1372; 49 USC 1386

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 302; 14 CFR 389; 14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A Civil Aeronautics Board rulemaking proposed to revise and 
simplify the requirements and procedures for applying for exemptions 
under section 416(b) of the Federal Aviation Act. This action has 
become unnecessary since the Department included most of its provisions 
in its rule transferring the CAB's rules to DOT. Therefore, the NPRM 
will be withdrawn.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/05/84                    49 FR 39337
NPRM Comment Period End         12/04/84
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: PDR-88/ODR-27/PSDR-83.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AA82
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2206. BAGGAGE LIABILITY NOTICES IN INTERNATIONAL AIR TRANSPORTATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1302; 49 USC 1324; 49 USC 1371; 49 USC 1372; 
49 USC 1373; 49 USC 1374; 49 USC 1381; 49 USC 1386; 49 USC 1481; 49 USC 
1482

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 221

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition by Mr. Howard Boros, the CAB 
proposed to amend the baggage liability notices provided to passengers 
in foreign air travel. The NPRM proposed to eliminate the disclaimer of 
liability for fragile and perishable items because that notice is false 
and misleading.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/18/84                    49 FR 49111
NPRM Comment Period End         03/19/85


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Docket 41690; EDR-477.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AA84
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2207. SIMPLIFIED AIRLINE COUNTER-SIGN NOTICES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301; 49 USC 1302; 49 USC 1324; 49 USC 1371 to 
1374; 49 USC 1381; 49 USC 1386; 49 USC 1481; 49 USC 1482

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 221; 14 CFR 250; 14 CFR 256

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The American Association of Airport Executives, the Airport 
Operators Council International, and the Air Transport Association of 
America petitioned the CAB to simplify its counter-sign requirements. 
Presently, airlines are required to display four different consumer 
protection notices on their ticket counters. The petitioners alleged 
that the current notices are hard to read and, therefore, do not 
provide much notice to passengers. They proposed replacing the four 
notices with one simplified counter sign. The CAB adopted an NPRM that 
proposed a number of alternatives, such as a long and/or short notice, 
where the notices would be required to be posted, and whether a smoking 
notice should be included. DOT is now considering what action to take 
in response to the notice and comments filed.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/01/84                    49 FR 30742
NPRM Comment Period End         09/17/84
Reply Comment Period End        10/02/84


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Docket 41971; EDR-474

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AA88
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2208. +STATEMENT OF ENFORCEMENT POLICY ON REBATING

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 601; 49 USC 1301 to 1302; 49 USC 1305; 49 USC 
1324(a); 49 USC 1371 to 1379; 49 USC 1381 to 1382; 49 USC 1384; 49 USC 
1386; 49 USC 1461; 49 USC 1481 to 1482; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1504

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 399.80; 14 CFR 399.85

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is proposing to provide formal notice to the 
public of its enforcement policy concerning the rebating of 
international air fares by adopting that policy as a Policy Statement 
in the regulations. No change in the substance of that policy is 
intended. The Department also proposes to revoke an existing Policy 
Statement on the advertising of rebates that is contrary to DOT's 
current enforcement policy. The proposal responds to a request for such 
action by the American Society of Travel Agents. The proposed 
regulation is significant because it involves important departmental 
policies and substantial industry interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/21/88                    53 FR 41353
NPRM Comment Period End         12/20/88
Extension of Comment Period to 
02/21/89                        02/03/89     54 FR 5497 [[Page 23614]] 
Correction to Comment Period 
Document                        02/10/89                     54 FR 6475


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/21/88 (53 FR 41353)

Agency Contact: Betsy Wolf, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9342

RIN: 2105-AB39
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2209. +PRICE ADVERTISING

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1371; 49 USC 1381

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 380; 14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is proposing to amend its rule and policy 
statement with respect to air transportation price advertising. This 
rulemaking is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/26/89                    54 FR 31052
Comment Period Extended to 9/25/
89                              08/23/89                    54 FR 35005
NPRM Comment Period End         08/25/89


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/26/89 (54 FR 31052)

Agency Contact: Steven Farbman, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9307

RIN: 2105-AB50
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2210. SMOKING ABOARD AIRCRAFT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1324; 49 USC 1374; 49 USC 1377; 49 USC 1386; 
PL 101-164

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 252

Legal Deadline: None
Although there is no judicial or statutory deadline for the 
Department's implementation, the statutory ban was effective 02/25/90.

Abstract: This interim final rule amends the rules governing smoking 
aboard aircraft to incorporate a statutory ban on smoking aboard most 
U.S. flight segments. The statutory ban applies to both U.S. and 
foreign air carriers. This rulemaking proposed to clarify the current 
rule and make other minor changes. The interim final rule was 
significant because of substantial public interest. The present action 
would merely finalize that already taken and is, therefore, not 
considered significant.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/13/90                     55 FR 4991


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/13/90 (55 FR 4991)

Additional Information: The interim final rule was effective 02/25/90; 
the comments were due by 04/16/90.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB58
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2211. +NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF HANDICAP IN AIR TRAVEL 
(AIR CARRIER ACCESS ACT)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1374(a); 49 USC 1374(c)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 382

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend rules implementing section 504 of the 
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Air Carrier Access Act of 1986, to 
jointly require commuter air carriers and federally assisted airports 
to provide lifts or other equipment to board passengers with mobility 
limitations on commuter aircraft (primarily those with 19-30 seats). 
The proposed rule addresses existing problems that result, in some 
cases, in individuals being denied air transportation. The proposed 
rule would harmonize requirements relating to airport facilities in the 
department's section 504 and Air Carrier Access Act rules. This action 
is considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/06/90                     55 FR 8078
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
07/20/90                        06/08/90                    55 FR 23450
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/05/90
Workshop Meeting Schedule       06/04/92                    57 FR 23555
NPRM                            09/10/93                    58 FR 47681
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
01/07/94                        11/30/93                    58 FR 63154
NPRM Comment Period End         12/09/93
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: ADDITIONAL AGENCY CONTACT: Ira Laster, (202) 
366-4859. The telephone number for TDD is (202) 755-7687.
Advisory Committee meetings were held 07/29/92-07/30/92, 09/16-17/92, 
12/9-10/92, and 3/21 and 4/01/93. The issue of lifts and other boarding 
equipment has been consolidated into RIN 2105-AB62.

Agency Contact: Donald Trilling, Director, Office of Transportation 
Regulatory Affairs, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4220

RIN: 2105-AB60
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2212. +NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF HANDICAP IN AIR TRAVEL 
(AIR CARRIER ACCESS ACT)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1374(a); 49 USC 1374(c)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 382

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: An SNPRM proposed three additions to part 382 to implement 
the Air Carrier Access Act of 1986. The additions concern standards for 
boarding chairs; airport terminal transportation systems; and 
substitute service for persons denied the opportunity to fly because of 
[[Page 23615]] inaccessible small aircraft. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

SNPRM: Final Rule Amendments: 
Comment Period End 06/04/90     03/06/90                     55 FR 8076
Comment Period Extended to 07/
20/90                           06/08/90                    55 FR 23450


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/06/90 (55 FR 8076)

Additional Information: The telephone number for TDD is (202) 755-7687; 
a taped copy of the SNPRM is available on request.

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB61
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2213. +NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF HANDICAP IN FEDERALLY 
ASSISTED PROGRAMS AND IN AIR TRAVEL (AIR CARRIER ACCESS ACT)

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  29 USC 794

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 27; 14 CFR 382

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend portions of the rule implementing 
section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 concerning federally 
assisted airport facilities to comport with 14 CFR 382, implementing 
the Air Carrier Access Act of 1986. The proposed rule would also apply 
the section 504 rule to air carriers receiving Federal financial 
assistance under the essential air service program. In addition, this 
action would amend 14 CFR 382 to implement the Air Carrier Access Act 
with respect to lifts for small commuter aircraft and airport facility 
accessibility. This rulemaking is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Statement of Need: This rule is necessary to further implement the Air 
Carrier Access Act of 1986.

Summary of the Legal Basis: In the Department's regulation implementing 
section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which went into effect 
in 1979, the Department required federally assisted airports to play a 
role in boarding assistance for individuals with disabilities.
Each operator at an airport receiving any Federal financial assistance 
shall assure that adequate assistance is provided for enplaning and 
deplaning handicapped persons. Boarding by level-entry boarding 
platforms and by passenger lounges are the preferred methods for 
movement of handicapped persons between terminal buildings and aircraft 
at air carrier airports; however, where this is not practicable, 
operators at air carrier airport terminals shall assure that there are 
suitable devices available for enplaning and deplaning handicapped 
passengers.

Alternatives: The Department considered three approaches for assisting 
persons with disabilities in boarding and deboarding aircraft having 
fewer than 30 seats at airports where level boarding equipment was not 
provided. Air carriers and airport operators have the option of using 
lifts, ramps, or other suitable devices, not normally used for freight, 
to assist persons with disabilities in enplaning and deplaning small 
commuter-type aircraft.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The estimated annual compliance costs 
for carriers and airports of the NPRM's requirements would range from 
$1.0 to $8.3 million in 1993 dollars. The estimated cost depends upon 
the number and type of lift boarding devices assumed to be needed at 
different size airports.
The benefits that would accrue from removing barriers to boarding and 
deboarding commuter type aircraft cannot be quantified, but could well 
include increased employment opportunities for persons with 
disabilities, as well as an enhanced quality of life associated with 
expanded travel opportunities. Other potential benefits could include 
reduced injuries and associated medical cost to airline passengers and 
to airline employees who hand-carry passengers onto aircraft because 
there is no other means of boarding assistance available.

Risks: Requiring air carriers and air carrier airports to purchase and 
maintain boarding assistance equipment could cause financial hardship 
on these entities. However, not having such equipment available could 
result in injuries to passengers and employees who continue to hand-
carry passengers with disabilities onto aircraft. While hand-carrying 
persons with disabilities in boarding chairs up and down airstairs on 
commuter planes (those with less than 30 seats) is not required by the 
Department's Air Carrier Access Act regulation, such service is 
sometimes volunteered by carrier employees.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/06/90                     55 FR 8081
NPRM Comment Period End         06/04/90
Second NPRM                     09/10/93                    58 FR 47681
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
01/07/94                        11/30/93                    58 FR 63154
Second NPRM Comment Period End  12/09/93
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/06/90 (55 FR 8081)

Additional Information: The telephone number for TDD is (202) 755-7687; 
a taped copy of the NPRM is available on request. The issue of lifts 
for small commuter aircraft was removed from RIN 2105-AB60 and 
consolidated into this proceeding.

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB62
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2214. AVIATION CHARTER RULES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 85-726, as amended

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 207 to 208; 14 CFR 212; 14 CFR 294; 14 CFR 298; 
14 CFR 380; 14 CFR 389

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule governs the activities of public charter operators, 
a type of indirect air carrier that sells charter air transportation to 
consumers, and airlines that perform the direct air 
[[Page 23616]] transportation. DOT is making revisions to the rule, to 
update the rules and to recognize: (1) current usage of credit cards 
for payment to charter operators, and (2) certain changes in procedural 
practices. The NPRM proposed simplified registration and financial 
procedures and would allow use of credit cards for payments to charter 
operators. This rulemaking is not considered significant.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/16/92                    57 FR 42864
NPRM Comment Period End         10/16/92
Comment Period Extended to 11/
16/92                           10/22/92                    57 FR 48193
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/16/92 (57 FR 42864)

Agency Contact: C. W. McGuire, Chief, Regulatory Affairs Division, 
Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-1037

RIN: 2105-AB91
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2215. +DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) REGULATION; GENERAL 
UPDATE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act 
(ISTEA); PL 102-240; 49 USC 47017(e); 49 USC 47113

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would revise the Department's regulations 
for the disadvantaged business enterprise program to clarify regulatory 
provisions and revise program elements in light of experience in 
administering the program since 1980. This action is significant 
because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/09/92                    57 FR 58288
NPRM Comment Period Extended    03/03/93                    58 FR 12207
NPRM Comment Period End         03/09/93
NPRM Comment Period End         04/08/93
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/09/92 (57 FR 58288)

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB92
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2216. +PROCEDURES FOR TRANSPORTATION WORKPLACE DRUG- AND ALCOHOL-
TESTING PROGRAMS (BLOOD TESTING)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991; 
49 USC 1657

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 40

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action adopted uniform testing procedures to be used by 
all DOT agencies conducting alcohol-testing programs and certain 
changes in DOT drug-testing procedures pursuant to the Omnibus 
Transportation Employee Testing Act. An additional NPRM proposed 
circumstances in which blood alcohol testing could be used and the 
procedures that would be used. This action is considered significant 
because of substantial public and congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/15/92                    57 FR 59409
NPRM Comment Period End         04/14/93
Final Rule; Uniform Testing 
Procedures                      02/15/94                     59 FR 7340
Second NPRM; Use of Blood 
Alcohol Testing                 02/15/94                     59 FR 7367
Second NPRM; Comment Period End 05/16/94
Final Rule; Technical Amendments08/19/94                    59 FR 42996
Final Rule; Blood Testing       12/02/94                    59 FR 62218
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/15/94 (59 FR 7367)

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB95
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2217. +PARTICIPATION BY DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN 
AIRPORT CONCESSIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 102-581; PL 97-248

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 23

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, April 30, 1993.

Abstract: This action would implement recent changes to the Airport and 
Airway Improvement Act to allow airport sponsors to count new forms of 
disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) participation toward the 
overall goals of a DBE concession plan. These new forms include 
purchases from DBEs of goods and services used in operating a 
concession, as well as management contracts and subcontracts with DBEs. 
This action is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/06/93                    58 FR 52050
NPRM Comment Period End         11/22/93
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
12/14/93                        11/30/93                    58 FR 63153
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/06/93 (58 FR 52050)

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB99


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23617]]
2218. UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS AND AGREEMENTS 
WITH INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION, HOSPITALS, AND OTHER NONPROFIT 
ORGANIZATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322(a)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 19

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will implement OMB Circular A-110, providing 
uniform guidance for administering grants to institutions of higher 
education, hospitals, and other nonprofit organizations. The regulation 
is essentially a word-for-word issuance of the requirements in OMB 
Circular A-110. An interim final rule was issued because of the limited 
ability to change the requirements from those in the Circular.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/04/94                    59 FR 15637
Comment Period End              06/03/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Robert G. Taylor, Chief, Grants Management Division, M-
62, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4289

RIN: 2105-AC02
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2219. PRIVACY ACT EXEMPTIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552a

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the Privacy Act regulations to 
add or delete systems of records exempt from provisions of the Act.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/02/92                    57 FR 49446
NPRM Comment Period End         01/04/93
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Robert I. Ross, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9154

RIN: 2105-AC05
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2220. +TRANSPORTATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES 
(ACCESSIBILITY GUIDELINES)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552a

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 27; 49 CFR 37

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the rules implementing the Americans 
with Disabilities Act by adopting the revised accessibility guidelines 
issued by the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance 
Board, published June 20, 1994 (59 FR 31676) as Interim final rules. 
The proposed rule herein would also conform the Department's rule 
implementing section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This action 
is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/20/94                    59 FR 31818
NPRM Comment Period End         08/19/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC., 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AC06
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2221. DOMESTIC BAGGAGE LIABILITY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 app USC 1324; 49 app USC 1373 to 1374; 49 app USC 
1381

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 254.4; 14 CFR 254.5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is proposing to amend its rule governing the 
amount by which certain U.S. air carriers may limit their liability to 
passengers for lost, damaged, and delayed baggage. This action is in 
response to a petition by Public Citizen and Aviation Consumer Action 
Project to increase the minimum liability limit from $1,250 to $1,850 
per passenger. The Department is also requesting comment on two 
alternate proposals: (1) to raise the limit to $1,850 with a mechanism 
that automatically provides for periodic future increases, or (2) to 
raise the minimum liability limit to $2,000.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/30/94                    59 FR 49867
NPRM Comment Period End         11/29/94
Comment Period Extended         11/29/94                    59 FR 60926
Notice Summarizing Aggregated 
Data                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Carrier data was due 11/29/94. The comment 
period would end 30 days after the data has been aggregated and placed 
in the docket.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Senior Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AC07
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2222. EXEMPTION FROM PROPERTY TARIFF-FILING REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1373; 49 USC 1386

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 221

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would grant an exemption to United States and 
foreign air carriers from the requirement in 14 CFR Part 221 that they 
file with the Department tariffs applicable to the foreign air 
transportation of property. This information is no longer necessary to 
fulfill departmental policy objectives and, because of the common 
practice [[Page 23618]] of using freight forwarders, does not 
necessarily reflect actual prices paid by the public.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM Comment Period End        10/24/94                    59 FR 53377
NPRM                            12/23/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This project was transferred to OST from RSPA. 
The NPRM of 10/24/94 inadvertently indicated the RSPA RIN 2137-AC48.

Agency Contact: John H. Kiser, Chief, Pricing and Multilateral Affairs 
Division, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20509-0001, 202 366-2435

RIN: 2105-AC09
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2223. DISCLOSURE OF CODE-SHARING ARRANGEMENTS AND LONG-TERM WET 
LEASES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 40113; 49 USC 41712

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 257

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is considering strengthening its current rules 
requiring airlines to notify passengers of a code-sharing arrangement. 
This action is being undertaken to ensure that consumers have pertinent 
information about airline code-sharing arrangements on domestic and 
international flights. Additionally, a petition filed in Docket 48710 
by Donald Pevsner, requesting a complete ban on code-sharing, was 
denied.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/10/94                    59 FR 40836
NPRM Comment Period End         10/11/94
SNPRM Comment Period End 2/16/9501/17/95                     60 FR 3359
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Patricia Snyder, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Stteet SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9179

RIN: 2105-AC10
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2224. UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS AND 
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS TO STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 CFR 322(a)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The current rule is being revised, based on a National 
Performance Review recommendation. The threshold for local governments 
to use small purchase procedures is proposed to be raised to $100,000. 
Procurement review levels are also being increased.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/25/94                    59 FR 53706
NPRM Comment Period End         12/27/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This action concerns a minor amendment to part 
18. The overall revision to the current rule, a significant rulemaking, 
is located under RIN 2105-AB46.

Agency Contact: Robert G. Taylor, Chief, Grant Management Division, M-
62, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4289

RIN: 2105-AC12
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2225. +TRANSPORTATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES (MISC. 
AMENDMENTS)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 12101 to 12213; 49 USC 322

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 37; 49 CFR 38

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is seeking comment in response to petitions 
for rulemaking to amend the Americans with Disabilities Act 
regulations, to create an exception to the provisions requiring transit 
providers to allow persons with disabilities to use every stop in the 
system, change the requirements affecting certain private schools that 
provide fixed route transportation, change the DOT technical standards 
concerning gaps for higher-speed people-mover vehicles, and eliminate 
the provision requiring paratransit systems to allow reservations 14 
days in advance. Certain minor or technical clarifications will also be 
made. This action is significant since it involves issues of potential 
controversy.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/21/94                    59 FR 37208
NPRM Comment Period End         10/19/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AC13
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2226. DISINSECTION OF AIRCRAFT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 40113; 49 USC 41712

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 259

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is considering a rule that would require 
airlines and ticket agents (including travel agents) to notify 
prospective passengers if the country to which they are traveling 
requires the passenger cabin to be sprayed with insecticide. Currently, 
about 20 countries require such spraying. This rulemaking is being 
undertaken by departmental initiative.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/18/95                     60 FR 3596
NPRM Comment Period End         03/20/95
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None [[Page 23619]] 

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Arnold Konheim, Department of Transportation, Office of 
the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4849

RIN: 2105-AC14
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2227. DISCLOSURE OF CHANGE-OF-GAUGE SERVICES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 41712

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To ensure that consumers are given pertinent information on 
the nature of change-of-gauge services, the Department is proposing to 
codify and augment its current disclosure requirements for itineraries 
with one flight number that involve a change of aircraft. The 
Department is requesting comments on the following three proposed 
requirements, which would apply to U.S. air carriers, foreign air 
carriers, and, where appropriate, ticket agents (including travel 
agents) doing business in the United States: (1) that transporting 
carriers include notice of aircraft changes in their written or 
electronic schedule information provided to the public, in the Official 
Airline Guide, and in computer reservation systems; (2) that consumers 
be given reasonable and timely notice before they book transportation 
that a particular service with a single flight number entails a change 
of aircraft en route, and (3) that written notice of the aircraft 
change be provided on or with each ticket for such service. This 
proposal, in part, responds to the petition of American Airlines in 
Docket 47546 to ban the practice of ``funnel flights.'' The Department 
intends also to address the complaints of (cont)

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/19/95                     60 FR 3778
NPRM Comment Period End         03/20/95
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: TACA International Airlines, 
Aviateca, and Nicaraguense de Aviacion (NICA) in Dockets 49511, 49512, 
and 49513, respectively, against Continental Airlines for operating 
funnel flights.

Agency Contact: Betsy L. Wolf, Senior Trial Attorney, Office of 
Aviation Enforcement & Proceeding, Department of Transportation, Office 
of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 
366-9356

RIN: 2105-AC17
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2228.  +STATEMENT OF UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL AIR 
TRANSPORTATION POLICY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 40101; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 41102; 49 USC 
41302; 49 USC 41310

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This statement of U.S. international air transportation 
policy, developed by the Department of Transportation in consultation 
with the Department of State and other executive agencies, sets forth 
objectives and guidelines for use by U.S. Government officials in 
carrying out U.S. international air transportation policy. This action 
is considered significant because it establishes Administration policy 
with respect to international aviation.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments; Proposed 
Policy Statement                11/07/94                    59 FR 55523
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The Department has placed in the docket (No. 
49844) a study of international airline code sharing, on which comments 
were requested.

Agency Contact: Patricia N. Snyder or William Boyd, Office of General 
Counsel, Office of International Law, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9179

RIN: 2105-AC19
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________


2229.  PROCEDURES FOR TRANSPORTATION WORKPLACE DRUG AND 
ALCOHOL TESTING PROGRAMS (NONEVIDENTIAL ALCOHOL SCREENING DEVICES)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 101; 49 USC 102; 49 USC 301; 49 USC 302; 49 
USC 322

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 40

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to establish testing procedures for non 
evidential alcohol screening devices. Establishment of these procedures 
will allow employees to use non-evidential saliva and breath devices to 
conduct DOT-mandated alcohol screening tests.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/17/95                     60 FR 3371
NPRM Comment Period End         02/16/95
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AC20


[[Page 23620]] 
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2230. +UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS AND 
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS TO STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322(a)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The current rule is being revised to address comments on the 
NPRM of 11/04/88 and Federal agency concerns on the current rule, and 
to update deviations from the common rule. OMB has decided not to merge 
into the existing rule those requirements that apply to universities, 
hospitals, and other nonprofit organizations; that rulemaking has been 
assigned the separate RIN 2105-AC02. OMB is considering the need for a 
common rule. This action is considered significant because it involves 
agencies and departments Governmentwide.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/04/88                    53 FR 44716
NPRM Comment Period End         01/03/89
Final Action                    04/19/95                    60 FR 19638
Final Action Effective          05/19/95                    60 FR 19638
SNPRM                           10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/04/88 (53 FR 44716)

Additional Information: In a related, nonsignificant action, the 
Department is proposing to raise the threshold for local governments to 
use small-purchase procedures and to increase procurement review 
levels. The RIN for that action is 2105-AC12.

Agency Contact: Robert G. Taylor, Chief, Grants Management Division, M-
62, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4289

RIN: 2105-AB46
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2231. +NEW RESTRICTIONS ON LOBBYING

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322(a); 31 USC 1352

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 20

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 22, 1990.

Abstract: This regulation will implement the provisions of a new 
section 1352 to title 31, United States Code, that prohibits the use of 
appropriated funds to influence certain Federal contracting and 
financial transactions. Organizations that use their own funds to pay 
for lobbying activities are required to disclose such activity. The 
rule will be issued as a common rule based on guidance issued by the 
Office of Management and Budget on December 20, 1989 (54 FR 52305). 
Final action is awaiting OMB resolution of comments received on the 
interim final rule and possible changes to legislation restricting 
lobbying activities.
This action is considered significant because it involves agencies or 
departments governmentwide.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/26/90                     55 FR 6736
Comment Period End              04/27/90
Withdrawn - No action 
anticipated within the next 12 
months.                         04/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

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: OMB has control of development of the final 
rule.

Agency Contact: Robert G. Taylor, Chief, Grants Management Division, M-
62, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, Office of 
Acquisition and Grant Management, Room 9401, Washington, DC 20590, 202 
366-4289

RIN: 2105-AB57
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2232. CENTRALIZATION OF FORMAL HEARING DOCKETS (OST)

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301; 49 USC 1323 to 1324; 49 USC 1371 to 
1374; 49 USC 1376; 49 USC 1382; 49 USC 1471; 49 USC 1481 to 1482; 49 
USC 1485; 42 USC 4321; 39 USC 5402

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 302

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule and related modal rules would have provided that 
evidence and documents in formal hearing cases adjudicated within the 
Office of the Secretary (OST), and most modal administrations would be 
filed and maintained in the OST Office Documentary Services. These 
actions have been superseded by the Department's decision to 
consolidate all DOT docket offices into a central facility and to 
convert to an electronic document management system. The implementation 
of the new docket system will provide for the staggered incorporation 
of OST and agency dockets beginning in March 1, 1995.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Gwyneth Radloff, Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9305

RIN: 2105-AB69
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2233. RULES OF CONDUCT IN DOT AVIATION PROCEEDINGS

Legal Authority:  49 USC Subtitle 1; 49 USC 401; 49 USC 411; 49 USC 
413; 49 USC 415; 49 USC 417; 49 USC 419; 49 USC 421; 49 USC 449; 49 USC 
461; 49 USC 463; 49 USC 465

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking permits DOT staff to communicate informally 
with applicants and any objectors or other commenters in the 
investigation stage of docketed air-carrier initial certificate 
application and continuing fitness cases where the issues are limited 
solely to fitness and/or U.S. citizenship until a show-cause or other 
order instituting a formal proceeding is issued, at which time the 
current DOT restrictions on ex parte communications would apply.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/06/93                      58 FR 516
NPRM Comment Period End         02/22/93
Final Action                    02/24/95                    60 FR 10310
Final Action Effective          03/27/95                [[Page 23621]] 

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/06/93 (58 FR 516)

Agency Contact: Patricia Thomas, Chief, Air Carrier Fitness Division, 
Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9721

RIN: 2105-AB89
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2234. +RANDOM DRUG-TESTING PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355 to 1357; 
49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1485; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 
5331; 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 20140; 
49 USC 21301; 49 USC 21304; 49 USC 31136; ...

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 46 CFR 16; 49 CFR 382; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 
219; 49 CFR 653; 49 CFR 199

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to public comments, petitions submitted by 
industry, and on their own initiative, FAA, FRA, FHWA, RSPA, USCG, and 
FTA lowered the minimum random drug-testing rate to 25 percent where 
the industrywide (e.g., aviation, rail) random positive rate is less 
than 1.0 percent for two calendar years while testing at 50 percent. 
The rate would return to 50 percent if the industry random positive 
rate were 1.0 percent or higher in any subsequent calendar year. The 
industrywide random positive rate for each transportation industry 
would be calculated from data submitted to the Department and announced 
yearly by the respective Administrator or, for the Coast Guard, the 
Commandant. This action was significant because of substantial public 
and congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/15/92                    57 FR 59778
Public Meetings Schedule        12/15/92                    57 FR 59778
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/16/93
NPRM                            02/15/94                     59 FR 7614
NPRM Comment Period End         04/18/94
Final Action                    12/02/94                    59 FR 62218
Final Action Effective          01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: LEGAL AUTHORITY CONT: 49 USC 31302 et seq; 49 
USC 31502; 49 USC 60101 et sec; 49 CFR 1.48; 49 CFR 1.49(m); 49 CFR 
1.51; 49 CFR 1.53.
Based on this revision, the random drug testing rate for the railroad 
and aviation industries was reduced by the FRA and the FAA 
Administrators, respectively, to 25 percent, effective January 1, 1995.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AB94
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2235. SPECIAL EVENT TOURS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1324; 49 USC 1381

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 380; 14 CFR 381; 14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action extends the Super Bowl air tour provisions of 
Title 14 Parts 380 and 399 to other types of special events. The Super 
Bowl rules state that a tour that is promoted as including a ticket to 
the Super Bowl game may not be advertised or sold until the operator 
has game tickets in hand or under contract, and that any person on such 
a tour who does not receive a promised game ticket is entitled to a 
refund of the entire tour price. This initiative arose as a result of 
problems involving game tickets on tours to the 1994 Rose Bowl.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/01/94                     59 FR 4614
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/28/94
NPRM                            10/13/94                    59 FR 51881
NPRM Comment Period End         11/14/94
Final Action                    11/30/94                    59 FR 61508
Final Action Effective          12/07/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This action also extended the charter rule's 
prohibition on last-minute price increases to non-charter special event 
tours.

Agency Contact: Tim Kelly, Consumer Affairs Division, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5952

RIN: 2105-AC03
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2236. TESTIMONY OF EMPLOYEES OF THE DEPARTMENT AND PRODUCTION OF 
RECORDS IN LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 9

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment would have clarified the prohibition and 
restriction on testimony by former DOT employees. A rulemaking is not 
necessary because the General Counsel has issued an interpretation of 
49 CFR part 9. The original rule was published on February 2, 1993 at 
58 FR 6719.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Terminated                      03/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Alexander J. Millard, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9279

RIN: 2105-AC15
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________

2237.  +RULES OF PRACTICE FOR PROCEEDINGS CONCERNING 
AIRPORT FEES

Legal Authority:  5 USC 551 et seq; 39 USC 5402; 42 USC 4321; 49 USC 
40101 to 40102; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 41702; 49 USC 41705 to 
41706; 49 USC 41901; 49 USC 41907; 49 USC 41909 to 41911; 49 USC 46301 
to 46303; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 47129

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 302.611

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 21, 1994.

Abstract: This rule establishes procedures under which complaints by 
air carriers and foreign air carriers will be handled, to determine the 
reasonableness of a fee increase or newly established fee imposed upon 
the carrier by the owner or operator of an airport. It established 
procedures that apply to requests by the owner or 
[[Page 23622]] operator of an airport for such a determination. This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/24/94                    59 FR 53380
NPRM Comment Period End         11/04/94
Final Action                    02/03/95                     60 FR 6919
Final Action Effective          02/03/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: As this action is the result of a congressional 
mandate, the Department finds that good cause exists to make the rule 
effective on publication in the Federal Register.

Agency Contact: Robert Klothe, Office of Assistant General Counsel, for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-9307

RIN: 2105-AC18
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Office of the Secretary (OST)
______________________________________________________________________


2238. GREAT LAKES PILOTAGE RATE METHODOLOGY (92-072)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2103; 46 USC 6101; 46 USC 7701; 46 USC 9303; 
46 USC 9304; 46 USC 3507

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 401; 46 CFR 403; 46 CFR 404

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is amending the regulations concerning Great 
Lakes pilotage by revising the procedures for determining Great Lakes 
pilotage rates and revising the financial reporting requirements 
mandated for Great Lakes pilot associations. The purpose of these 
changes is to improve the ratemaking process. The Final rule does not 
change the existing Great Lakes pilotage rates and charges. The 
Department considers this action to be significant because the setting 
of pilotage rates is controversial and of significant interest to the 
public and Congress.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/12/94                    59 FR 17303
Notice of Meetings              04/20/94                    59 FR 18744
NPRM Comment Period End         07/11/94
Final Action                    04/11/95                    60 FR 18366
Final Action Effective          06/12/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/12/94 (59 FR 17303)

Additional Information: This had been Coast Guard RIN 2115-AE45.

Agency Contact: Scott A. Poyer, Project Manager, G-MVP, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6249

RIN: 2105-AC21



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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2239. +FACILITY RESPONSE PLANS FOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (94-048)

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1321(j); PL 101-380

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 154

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would implement provisions of the Oil Pollution 
Act of 1990 that require an owner or operator of a marine 
transportation-related facility transferring bulk hazardous substances 
to develop and operate in accordance with an approved response plan. 
The regulations would apply to marine transportation-related facilities 
that, because of their location, could cause substantial or significant 
and substantial harm to the environment by discharging a hazardous 
substance into or on the navigable waters or adjoining shoreline. This 
would be defined as any facility capable of transferring hazardous 
substances regulated under 46 CFR Subchapters D and O to or from a 
vessel with a capacity of 250 barrels or more. A separate rulemaking 
under RIN 2115-AE88 would address hazardous response plan requirements 
for tank vessels. This action is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Statement of Need: This rulemaking is intended to reduce the impact 
from hazardous substance spills from vessels and marine transportation-
related facilities.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Section 4202(a) of the Oil Pollution Act of 
1990 (OPA 90), codified at 33 USC 1321(j)(5), mandates that the 
President issue regulations requiring the preparation of oil and 
hazardous substance discharge response plans. Although 4202(b)(4) of 
OPA 90 established an implementation schedule for these response plans 
for oil, it did not establish a deadline for submission or approval of 
hazardous substances response plans. The Coast Guard has issued 
separate interim rules governing response plan requirements for vessels 
carrying oil in bulk as cargo and facilities that handle, store, or 
transport oil in bulk. Under section 1321, ``hazardous substances'' are 
designated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. 
The Administrator has designated 297 chemicals as hazardous substances 
under this section. However, the Coast Guard has identified only 83 
hazardous substances currently transferred in bulk by marine 
transportation-related facilities.

Alternatives: The Coast Guard intends to determine what types of 
response strategies would be required to address spills of different 
types of hazardous substances. For some substances, containment and 
recovery may be the appropriate response. However, some spilled 
substances may not be recoverable from the water and other actions may 
be necessary. Plans would be required, by statute, to address responses 
to a ``worst case discharge.'' For facilities, a ``worst case 
discharge'' is ``the largest foreseeable discharge in adverse weather 
conditions.'' The Coast Guard is considering requirements for response 
plans for less than ``worst case discharges,'' similar to the 
requirements adopted in the vessel and facility response plans rules 
for oil discharges. Additionally, as in the vessel and facility 
response plans for oil discharges, owners or operators are required by 
statute to maintain [[Page 23623]] contracts or other acceptable 
arrangements with spill-response organizations.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The potential costs of this rulemaking 
may include the costs of developing and implementing a hazardous 
substance response plan, maintaining contracts with spill response 
organizations, reviewing and updating hazardous substance response 
plans, maintaining any required equipment, and training and exercising 
response personnel. Potential benefits include enhanced environmental 
quality from improved ability to respond to, contain, and recover 
spilled hazardous substances and a reduction in the severity of the 
impact of accidental hazardous substance discharges. The Coast Guard 
does not yet have sufficient information to estimate the potential 
monetary costs and benefits of this rule. A key element in developing 
effective regulations for hazardous substance response plans will be 
the development of an approach for addressing different types of 
hazardous substances.

Risks: Response plans are required by statute. A response plan will not 
prevent a discharge of a hazardous substance, but it may improve the 
response and, in certain cases, help to minimize personal injury and 
damage to the environment. This rule should not affect the economic 
viability of facilities involved in transferring hazardous substances 
in bulk or have a significant impact on the volume of hazardous 
substances shipped by marine transportation-related facilities. Most 
facilities involved in transferring hazardous substances in bulk have 
developed plans, but there have not been requirements for 
standardization.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LCDR Walter M. Hunt, Project Manager, G-MS, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6230

RIN: 2115-AE87
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________


2240. +TANK VESSEL RESPONSE PLANS FOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (94-032)

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231; 33 USC 1321(j); PL 101-380

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 155

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would implement provisions of the Oil Pollution 
Act of 1990 that require an owner or operator of a tank vessel carrying 
bulk hazardous substances to develop and operate in accordance with an 
approved response plan. The regulations would apply to vessels 
operating on the navigable waters or within the Exclusive Economic Zone 
(EEZ) of the U.S. that carry bulk hazardous substances regulated under 
46 CFR Subchapters D and O. A separate rulemaking under RIN 2115-AE87 
would address hazardous substances response plan requirements for 
marine transportation-related facilities. This action is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Statement of Need: This rulemaking is intended to reduce the impact 
from hazardous substance spills from vessels.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Section 4202(a) of the Oil Pollution Act of 
1990 (OPA 90), codified at 33 USC 1321(j)(5), mandates that the 
President issue regulations requiring the preparation of oil and 
hazardous substance discharge response plans. Although 4202(b)(4) of 
OPA 90 established an implementation schedule for these response plans 
for oil, it did not establish a deadline for submission or approval of 
hazardous substances response plans. The Coast Guard has issued 
separate interim rules governing response plan requirements for vessels 
carrying oil in bulk as cargo and facilities that handle, store, or 
transport oil in bulk. Under section 1321, ``hazardous substances'' are 
designated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. 
The Administrator has designated 297 chemicals as hazardous substances 
under this section. However, the Coast Guard has identified only 83 
hazardous substances currently transferred in bulk by marine 
transportation-related facilities.

Alternatives: The Coast Guard intends to determine what types of 
response strategies would be required to address spills of different 
types of hazardous substances. For some substances, containment and 
recovery may be the appropriate response. However, some spilled 
substances may not be recoverable from the water and other actions may 
be necessary. Plans would be required, by statute, to address responses 
to a ``worst case discharge.'' For vessels, a ``worst case discharge'' 
is ``a discharge in adverse weather conditions of its entire cargo.'' 
The Coast Guard is considering requirements for response plans for less 
than ``worst case discharges,'' similar to the requirements adopted in 
the vessel and facility response plans rules for oil discharges. 
Additionally, as in the vessel and facility response plans for oil 
discharges, owners or operators are required by statute to maintain 
contracts or other acceptable arrangements with spill response 
organizations.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The potential costs of this rulemaking 
may include the costs of developing and implementing a hazardous 
substance response plan, maintaining contracts with spill-response 
organizations, reviewing and updating hazardous substance response 
plans, maintaining any required equipment, and training and exercising 
response personnel. Potential benefits include enhanced environmental 
quality from improved ability to respond to, contain, and recover 
spilled hazardous substances and a reduction in the severity of the 
impact of accidental hazardous substance discharges. The Coast Guard 
does not yet have sufficient information to estimate the potential 
monetary costs and benefits of this rule. A key element in developing 
effective regulations for hazardous substance response plans will be 
the development of an approach for addressing different types of 
hazardous substances.

Risks: Response plans are required by statute. A response plan will not 
prevent a discharge of a hazardous substance, but it may improve the 
response and, in certain cases, help to minimize personal injury and 
damage to the environment. This rule should not affect the economic 
viability of vessels involved in transferring hazardous substances in 
bulk, or have a significant impact on the volume of hazardous 
substances shipped by vessel. Most vessels carrying hazardous 
substances in bulk have developed [[Page 23624]] plans, but there have 
not been requirements for standardization.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Marcia Landman, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6770

RIN: 2115-AE88



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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2241. REGATTAS AND MARINE PARADES (CGD 87-087)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1233

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 100.15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would amend current regatta and marine parade 
regulations to increase the lead time requirement for submitting 
regatta permit applications. The rulemaking will allow the Coast Guard 
adequate time to review regatta permit applications, conduct 
appropriate coordination, and provide necessary public notice relating 
to regattas and marine events. In view of comments received, an SNPRM 
will be issued.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/04/88                     53 FR 3221
NPRM Comment Period End         04/04/88                     53 FR 3221
SNPRM                           04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/04/88 (53 FR 3221)

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-NAB, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0979

RIN: 2115-AC84
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2242. TANK LEVEL OR PRESSURE MONITORING DEVICES (90-071)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3703; PL 101-380

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 32

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 1, 1991.

Abstract: The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 requires the Secretary of 
Transportation to issue regulations concerning the use of tank level or 
pressure monitoring devices for leak detection. This proposal would 
implement the provisions of the Act.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/07/91                    56 FR 21116
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/04/91
Notice of Availability of 
Technical Feasibility Study     02/05/93                     58 FR 2292
Notice of Public Meeting        11/15/94                    59 FR 58810
NPRM                            04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Formerly titled Overfill and Tank Level or 
Pressure Monitoring Devices.

Agency Contact: R. Crenwelge, Project Manager, G-MS-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6220

RIN: 2115-AD69
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2243. +SECURITY FOR PASSENGER VESSELS AND PASSENGER TERMINALS (91-
012)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1226

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 120; 33 CFR 128

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to improve security measures on 
passenger vessels engaged in international voyages of 24 hours or more, 
and on the port facilities serving these vessels. This rulemaking is 
significant because of substantial public interest and safety 
implications. It is a high-priority project and involves important 
departmental policy.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/25/94                    59 FR 14290
NPRM Comment Period End         06/23/94
Comment Period Reopened to 11/
30/94                           09/07/94                    59 FR 46211
Notice of Public Hearings       09/07/94                    59 FR 46211
SNPRM                           12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $26,000,000; Yearly Recurring 
Cost: $9,000,000; Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 1994

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/25/94 (59 FR 14290)

Agency Contact: LCDR Mark O'Malley, Project Manager, G-MPS-3, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0493

RIN: 2115-AD75
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2244. CRIMINAL RECORD REVIEWS AND ACCESS TO THE NATIONAL DRIVER 
REGISTER (91-212)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 7101; 46 USC 7109; 46 USC 7302

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 10; 46 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would provide the Coast Guard discretionary 
authority to review the criminal record of each applicant for a 
merchant mariner credential and require that each merchant mariner 
credential applicant make available information contained in the 
National Driver Register (NDR). The regulation would create procedures 
to allow an applicant for a license, Certificate of Registry, or 
merchant mariner document to comment upon any data received from the 
NDR before [[Page 23625]] the data could be used against an individual 
merchant mariner's application. RIN-AD96, concerning national driver 
registry data, has been consolidated into this rulemaking.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Jim Cratty, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6742

RIN: 2115-AD93
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2245. SUSPENSION AND REVOCATION OF LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OF 
REGISTRY, AND MERCHANT MARINERS' DOCUMENTS (91-213)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2101; 46 USC 7701; 46 USC 7702; 46 USC 7703

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 5; 46 CFR 10; 46 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendments to 46 CFR 5 would add (1) guidance for prehearing 
suspension of licenses, certificates of registry, and merchant 
mariners' documents (credentials); (2) two new provisions under which a 
merchant mariner's credentials may be suspended or revoked; and (3) a 
new requirement that must be satisfied before a merchant mariner's 
credentials can be issued after revocation or surrender.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Jim Cratty, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6742

RIN: 2115-AD94
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2246. REPORTING MARINE CASUALTIES (91-216)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 6101; 33 USC 1901 et seq

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 151; 46 CFR 4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would add to the definition of a reportable 
marine casualty ``significant harm to the environment.'' Some casualty 
reporting requirements are extended to include foreign tank vessels 
operating in U.S. waters, including the exclusive economic zone.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice of Meeting and Request 
for Comment, Comment Period End 
02/20/95                        12/20/94                    59 FR 65522
NPRM                            07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Pam Pelcovits, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6778

RIN: 2115-AD98
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2247. +STRUCTURAL AND OPERATIONAL MEASURES TO REDUCE OIL SPILLS 
FROM EXISTING TANK VESSELS WITHOUT DOUBLE HULLS (91-045)

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3703; PL 101-380

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 157

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, August 26, 1991.

Abstract: This rulemaking will address the interim measures existing 
vessels must take to provide substantial protection to the environment. 
The interim measures will apply to existing vessels until the vessel 
must comply with the double-hull regulations. No tank vessel without a 
double hull may operate after January 15, 2015. Interim measures are to 
include structural and operational standards to provide substantial 
protection to the environment that are economically and technologically 
feasible. This rulemaking is considered significant due to substantial 
public interest and environmental impact.

Statement of Need: This rulemaking is intended to reduce the likelihood 
of, and impact from, oil spills from existing tank vessels.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Section 4115(b) of OPA 90, codified at 46 
USC 3703a, mandates that the Secretary of Transportation ``... issue a 
final rule to require that tank vessels over 5,000 gross tons ... 
comply until January 1, 2015, with structural and operational 
requirements that the Secretary determines will provide as substantial 
protection to the environment as is economically and technologically 
feasible.''

Alternatives: In 1989, the Coast Guard commissioned the National 
Academy of Sciences to conduct a study of alternative tank vessel 
designs. The study addressed the feasibility and ramifications of 
implementing various design options. An advance notice of proposed 
rulemaking (ANPRM) was published on November 1, 1991, and solicited 
comments on a number of possible structural and operational measures. 
Comments were specifically solicited on the number of vessels affected, 
technical feasibility, and costs of various measures. Based on comments 
received and the Coast Guard's own analysis, the range of possible 
alternatives was narrowed. Remaining options included protectively 
located noncargo tanks (PL/Spaces), emergency rapid transfer systems, 
emergency rescue systems, underpressure systems, and hydrostatically 
balanced loading (HBL). Following publication of a notice of proposed 
rulemaking (NPRM) on October 22, 1993, the Coast Guard conducted a 
public meeting and received additional comments. Several comments 
expressed concern over the effectiveness of some of the proposed 
structural and operational measures, such as protectively located 
spaces and hydrostatic balance loading. Therefore, the Coast Guard is 
considering a three-prong approach. A partial final rule addressed 
emergency lightering equipment and prearrival notification 
requirements. Future rulemakings will address the other structural 
measures and solicit additional comments.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The costs of the proposed rule will 
depend [[Page 23626]] on what combination of alternatives is eventually 
selected. Costs may range from approximately $50,000 to create PL/
Spaces on a small, pre-MARPOL ship to approximately $25 million to add 
a double bottom to a very large crude carrier. Lost cargo capacity may 
also impose substantial costs for certain alternatives, especially HBL, 
double sides, and double bottoms. The principal benefit of the proposed 
rule will be a potential reduction in oil spillage into U.S. waters. 
This should result in reduced cleanup costs and natural resource 
damages. The proposed regulation would provide environmental benefits 
during the period of time that single-hull vessels remain in service.

Risks: The effectiveness of this rulemaking will depend on the 
combination of alternatives selected.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/01/91                    56 FR 56284
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/31/91
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
01/30/92                        01/13/92                     57 FR 1243
NPRM                            10/22/93                    58 FR 54870
NPRM Correction                 11/19/93                    58 FR 61143
Notice of Meeting and Comment 
Period Extended to 02/21/94     12/16/93                    58 FR 65683
NPRM Comment Period End         12/20/93
Final Rule; Arrival Notice and 
Lightering Equipment            08/05/94                    59 FR 40186
SNPRM; Operational Measures     10/00/95
SNPRM; Structural Measures      12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation; Environmental Impact

Additional Information: This entry was previously titled Existing Tank 
Vessel Hull Requirements. The correct docket number is 91-045. The 
rulemaking project has been divided into three distinct parts: A final 
rule was published that requires an advance notice of arrival for all 
tank vessels 5,000 GT or more entering U.S. ports and the carriage of 
lightering equipment on these vessels. A supplemental notice of 
proposed rulemaking will be issued for Structural Measures and an SNPRM 
will be issued for Operational Measures.

Agency Contact: R. Crenwelge, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6220

RIN: 2115-AE01
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2248. +USER FEES FOR APPROVALS OF EQUIPMENT, LABORATORIES, AND 
SERVICING FACILITIES (92-013)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2110; 46 USC 664; 31 USC 9701

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 159

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory project would establish direct user fees for 
Coast Guard services relating to equipment approvals, factory 
inspections, acceptance of independent laboratories and acceptance of 
servicing, repair, and testing facilities. The proposed fees are based 
on average workload, personnel, and overhead costs. The fees collected 
will be deposited in the general funds of the U.S. Treasury as 
offsetting receipts for Coast Guard activities. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Mr. Jack Klingel, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6744

RIN: 2115-AE18
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2249. +STATE ACCESS TO THE OIL SPILL LIABILITY TRUST FUND (92-014)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 2712

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 133

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, February 18, 1991.

Abstract: Pursuant to the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90), this 
action will specify how the authority to obligate the pollution trust 
fund for oil spill response and cleanup efforts and to enter into 
agreements with the States will be exercised. OPA 90 provides for 
access to the liability trust fund at the request of a State governor 
or pursuant to agreement with a State. This project has been split into 
two rulemakings within this RIN. The interim final rule addresses 
immediate State access to the trust fund. A separate NPRM may address 
formal agreements with States to establish administrative procedures, 
recordkeeping, and auditing requirements. This is significant because 
of substantial public interest and potential impact on state and local 
governments.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/13/92                    57 FR 53968


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/13/92 (57 FR 53968)

Additional Information: Based on experience under the interim rule, the 
Coast Guard is reconsidering whether further rulemaking is necessary.

Agency Contact: Al Thuring, Project Manager, National Pollution Fund 
Center, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 4200 Wilson 
Blvd, Suite 1000, Arlington, VA 22203-1804, 703 235-4746

RIN: 2115-AE19
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2250. HANDLING OF EXPLOSIVES OR OTHER DANGEROUS CARGOES WITHIN OR 
CONTIGUOUS TO WATERFRONT FACILITIES (92-026)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 126

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would update regulations governing the handling 
of breakbulk, containerized, and dry bulk dangerous cargoes on 
waterfront facilities.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/13/93                     58 FR 4127
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/13/93
NPRM                            04/00/95                [[Page 23627]] 

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Independent study has been completed and 
incorporated with comments from the public in the preparation of the 
proposed rulemaking.

Agency Contact: LCDR Mark O'Malley, Project Manager, G-MPS, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0493

RIN: 2115-AE22
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2251. +FEDERAL AGENCY ACCESS TO THE OIL SPILL LIABILITY TRUST FUND 
(CGD 92-074)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 2712

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 134; 33 CFR 137; 33 CFR 153

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will implement provisions of OPA 90 which govern 
payments to Federal agencies for removal costs and to initiate the 
assessments of natural resources damages. OPA 90 also consolidates into 
one Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund the 311(k) Fund, the Deepwater Port 
Liability Fund, and the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Liability Fund. This 
action is considered significant due to its potential impact on Federal 
agencies.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: The Coast Guard is reconsidering whether 
regulations are necessary to address inter-agency reimbursements under 
OPA 90. Future rulemaking action may be limited to removal of existing 
regulations covering the funds now consolidated in the Oil Spill 
Liability Trust Fund.

Agency Contact: Al Thuring, Project Manager, National Pollution Fund 
Center, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 4200 Wilson 
Blvd, Suite 1000, Arlington, VA 22203-1804, 703 235-4746

RIN: 2115-AE34
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2252. AMENDMENTS TO HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER REGULATIONS AND NEW 
REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATES OF ORIGIN (CGD 92-065)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 4302; 46 USC 12501

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 181

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would expand the length of the hull 
identification number (HIN) to include information about a vessel and 
function as a vessel identification number. The rulemaking would also 
require manufacturers to supply a Certificate of Origin (COO) with each 
vessel produced to ensure documented certification of this information 
and establish a chain of ownership. These regulations to provide 
information identifying vessels and establishing evidence of vessel 
ownership are needed to help develop a Vessel Identification System 
(VIDS).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/06/94                    59 FR 23651
NPRM Comment Period End         09/06/94
Notice of Workshop; Comment 
Period Reopened to 01/09/95     11/09/94                    59 FR 55823
SNPRM                           10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Alston Colihan, Project Manager, G-NAB-6, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0984

RIN: 2115-AE37
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2253. PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND AUTOMATED DEPENDENT SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM 
INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE (93-022)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231; 33 USC 2734

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 161

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Due to the development of new Digital Selective Calling (DSC) 
standards and Differential Global Positioning System (DGPS) standards 
the existing incorporation by reference for Automated Dependent 
Surveillance System and Equipment Carriage Requirement has been 
superseded. This rulemaking will amend the incorporation by reference 
for 33 CFR 164.43 contained in 33 CFR 164.03.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Irene Hoffman, Project Manager, G-NVT-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6217

RIN: 2115-AE41
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2254. +ESCORT VESSELS IN CERTAIN U.S. WATERS (91-202A)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-380; 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 168

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation would designate those U.S. waters, other than 
Prince William Sound and Puget Sound, where tankers and other vessels 
must be escorted by a towing vessel or other appropriate vessel. This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public and 
State government interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/27/93                    58 FR 25766
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/28/93
Notice of Meeting and Request 
for Comments, Period Ends 2/13/
95                              12/21/94                    59 FR 65741
NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This rulemaking is a companion to 2115-AE10, 
which concerns Prince William Sound and Puget Sound.

Agency Contact: Tom Jordan, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
[[Page 23628]] Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20593, 202 267-6751

RIN: 2115-AE56
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2255. APPROVAL OF INFLATABLE PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES (PFDS) FOR 
RECREATIONAL BOATERS (93-055)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 4302; 46 USC 4310

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 160

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Too many people drown each year because they will not wear or 
use a personal flotation device (PFDs). Inflatable PFDs can be made 
less bulky than inherently buoyant PFDs and therefore may overcome at 
least one of the objections of many boaters to wearing a PFD. United 
States Coast Guard-approved inflatable PFDs for recreational boaters 
have the potential to reduce the number of drownings.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/09/93                    58 FR 59428
Notice of Meeting               02/24/94                     59 FR 9015
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/09/94
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Sam Wehr, Project Manager, G-MVI-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593, 202 267-1444

RIN: 2115-AE58
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2256. FACILITIES TRANSFERRING OIL AND HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IN BULK 
(93-056)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231; 33 USC 1321

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 154

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The object of this rulemaking is to revise the provisions of 
33 CFR part 154 to provide regulations covering facilities transferring 
oil or hazardous materials that are clearer than the current 
regulations and promote a high level of safety and environmental 
protection.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/23/95                    60 FR 10044
NPRM Comment Period End         05/24/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LT J.C. Burton, Project Manager, G-MEP-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593, 202 267-0426

RIN: 2115-AE59
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2257. AMENDMENT TO 46 CFR 14: REVISE RECORDKEEPING OF SHIPPING 
ARTICLES AND CERTIFICATES OF DISCHARGE (94-004)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2103; 46 USC 2113; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 10104; 
46 USC 10302; 46 USC 10320

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard proposes to eliminate the requirement for 
maritime operating companies to submit copies of shipping articles, 
certificates of discharge, and other seamen employment documents to the 
Coast Guard. Companies will still be required to submit information 
contained in the certificates of discharge, but will be allowed to 
submit the required information electronically.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Funding to maintain shipping articles and 
certificates of discharge has been eliminated beginning October 01, 
1994. The amount is $460,000 per year.

Agency Contact: Mrs. Justine Bunnell, Project Manager, G-MVP-1, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0238

RIN: 2115-AE72
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2258. INLAND WATERWAYS NAVIGATION REGULATIONS; WRANGELL NARROWS, AK 
(CGD 94-026)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 162

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will allow single barge tows of up to 100 
feet in width overall to transit Wrangell Narrows, AK. Current size 
restriction is 80 feet in width overall.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Margie G. Hegy, Project Manager, G-NVT-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0415

RIN: 2115-AE78
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2259. +VESSEL REBUILD DETERMINATIONS (94-040)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  14 USC 664; 31 USC 9701; 42 USC 9118; 46 USC 2103; 46 
USC 2107; 46 USC 2110; 46 app USC 841a; 46 app USC 876

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 67

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would define relevant terms and develop a 
standard to determine the character and scope of work on a vessel that 
will result in a determination that the vessel has been rebuilt. 
Initiation of this proceeding is contemplated under the North American 
Free Trade Agreement. It is significant because it is of substantial 
interest to the maritime industry and the Canadian government.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/05/95                    60 FR 17290
NPRM Comment Period End         07/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation [[Page 23629]] 

Additional Information: A policy statement published May 10, 1994 (59 
FR 24060), described the Coast Guard's regulatory standard for rebuild 
determinations and related practices and procedures, pending 
publication of a final rule.

Agency Contact: Laura Burley, Project Manager, G-MVI, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1492

RIN: 2115-AE85
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2260. NAVIGATION SAFETY EQUIPMENT FOR TOWING VESSELS (94-020)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1223; 33 USC 1231

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 164

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will require towing vessels to carry certain 
navigation safety equipment such as radar, compasses, depth sounders, 
charts and publications. This rulemaking is necessary as part of a 
comprehensive initiative to improve navigation safety for towing 
vessels.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LCDR Suzanne Engelbert, Project Manager, G-MS, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6490

RIN: 2115-AE91
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2261.  MODERNIZATION OF EXAMINATION METHODS(94-029)

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  31 USC 2103; 31 USC 7101; 31 USC 7107; 31 USC 7306; 
31 USC 9701; 44 USC 3507; 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 2110; 46 USC 7301; 46 USC 
7302

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 10; 46 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would amend 46 CFR parts 10 and 12 to allow other 
than written exams, and third party testing.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/23/95                    60 FR 10053
NPRM Comment Period End         05/24/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Mr. Robert Spears, Project Manager, G-MVP-3, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0836

RIN: 2115-AE94
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2262.  FACSIMILE FILING OF COMMERCIAL INSTRUMENTS RELATED 
TO VESSEL DOCUMENTATION (94-070)

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  14 USC 664; 31 USC 9701; 42 USC 9118; 46 USC 2103; 46 
USC 2107; 46 USC 2110; 46 app USC 841a; 46 app USC 876

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 67

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will amend the vessel documentation 
regulations to provide for optional filing of commercial instruments by 
facsimile, and to establish a filing and recording handling fee for 
filing instruments by facsimile. Facsimile filing of commercial 
instruments has been identified as one way in which a centralized 
vessel documentation center can deliver timely services to distant 
vessel documentation customers and be responsive to time sensitive 
matters. Filing commercial instruments by facsimile should further 
streamline the vessel documentation process and provide the public with 
more timely constructive notice of these instruments.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/06/95                    60 FR 12188
NPRM Comment Period End         05/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LCDR Don M. Wrye, Project Manager, G-MVI, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1492

RIN: 2115-AE98
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________


2263.  COAST GUARD RULEMAKING PROCEDURES (94-105)

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  46 USC 633

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 1.05

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project will revise 33 CFR subpart 1.05 to accurately 
reflect recent changes in Coast Guard rulemaking procedures. It will 
also provide for a ``direct final'' rule process in which certain rules 
would be published and become final unless adverse comments were 
received within a given time period. These revisions will not have an 
economic impact on the public, and will simply conform 33 CFR Subpart 
1.05 to current Coast Guard rulemaking procedures.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LT Rachel Goldberg, Project Manager, G-LRA, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1534

RIN: 2115-AE99


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2264. TANKERMEN (79-116)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3703; 46 USC 7317; 46 USC 8703; 46 USC 9101; 
46 USC 9102

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 154; 33 CFR 155; 46 CFR 7; 46 CFR 12; 46 CFR 13; 
46 CFR 30; 46 CFR 31; 46 CFR 35; 46 CFR 78; 46 CFR 90; 46 CFR 97; 46 
CFR 98; 46 CFR 105; 46 CFR 151; 46 CFR 153; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rulemaking would redefine and establish more stringent 
qualifying criteria for individuals engaged in transporting and 
transferring various categories of oil and dangerous liquid cargoes. 
The Port and Tanker Safety Act of 1978 mandated the establishment of 
personnel qualification and manning standards for tank vessels. In 
addition, the International Convention on the Standards for Training, 
Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978 (STCW) has entered 
into effect and establishes international standards for tank vessel 
personnel qualifications. In view of the length of time since 
publication of the NPRM, a supplemental NPRM was issued.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/18/80                    45 FR 83268
NPRM Comment Period End         03/18/81
SNPRM; Comment Period End 01/16/
90                              10/17/89                    54 FR 42624
Interim Final Rule              04/04/95                    60 FR 17134
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/18/80 (45 FR 83268)

Additional Information: Former title: Qualifications of the Person in 
Charge of Oil Transfer Operations: Tankerman Requirements (79-116). 
Public meetings were held during January and February of 1981. Docket 
79-116a (RIN 2115-AD18) has been included in this project and will no 
longer be listed as a separate Regulatory Agenda item.

Agency Contact: LCDR Dave Paxton, Project Manager, G-MVP-3, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0226

RIN: 2115-AA03
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2265. FIXED FIRE-EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS ON UNINSPECTED VESSELS (74-
284)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2104; 46 USC 4104; 46 USC 4105; 46 USC 4302; 
49 USC 108

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 162.029

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would establish standards for gaseous type fixed 
fire-extinguishing systems (presently CO2 and halons) as optional 
systems for compliance with existing regulations, and would serve as a 
guide for acceptance requirements for new gaseous extinguishing agents 
which are being developed to replace halons.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/19/82                    47 FR 16648
NPRM Comment Period End         06/03/82
SNPRM; Comment Period End 03/11/
91                              01/09/91                      56 FR 829
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/09/91 (56 FR 829)

Additional Information: Final rule is being made more general to serve 
as a guide for the acceptance of fire extinguishing systems using new 
gaseous extinguishing agents which are being developed to replace 
halons. Less emphasis will be on CO2 and halon, and more emphasis will 
be on gaseous agents in general. However, the direction of the proposed 
rule will not change.

Agency Contact: Mr. K. Wahle, Project Manager, G-MVI-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1444

RIN: 2115-AA08
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2266. +OFFSHORE SUPPLY VESSEL REGULATIONS (82-004 AND 86-074)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3301; 46 USC 3305; 46 USC 3306

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 90; 46 CFR 125 to 136; 46 CFR 170; 46 CFR 174; 46 
CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations would consolidate existing Offshore Safety 
Vessel standards and policy into a single subchapter and make specific 
revisions to accommodate the unique characteristics and methods of 
operation and the service in which the vessels are engaged. Rules 
specifically applicable to liftboats would be included. Because of 
substantial public interest in certain aspects of this proposal, it has 
been classified as significant.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/14/83                     48 FR 6636
Comment Period Extended to 09/
12/83                           06/09/83                    48 FR 26631
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/14/83
ANPRM of Consolidated RIN 2115-
AC63                            04/16/87                    52 FR 12439
NPRM                            05/09/89                    54 FR 20006
Comment Period Extended to 12/
06/89                           08/31/89                    54 FR 36040
NPRM Comment Period End         09/06/89
Interim Final Rule              07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/09/89 (54 FR 20006)

Additional Information: Coast Guard Docket 86-074 (RIN 2115-AC63) 
titled Regulations for Self-Elevating Offshore Service and Support 
Vessels was combined with this project. Public hearing was held in New 
Orleans 09/13/89 in response to House subcommittee request.

Agency Contact: Jim Magill, Project Manager, G-MVI-4, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1082

RIN: 2115-AA77
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2267. SAFETY STANDARDS FOR NEW SELF-PROPELLED VESSELS CARRYING BULK 
LIQUEFIED GASES (82-058)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3703

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 154

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would update standards for ships carrying bulk 
[[Page 23631]] liquefied gases by adopting amendments 1 through 4 of 
the International Maritime Organization Code for the construction and 
equipment of ships carrying gases in bulk.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/06/94                    59 FR 29259
NPRM Comment Period End         08/05/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Mr. T. Felleisen, Project Manager, G-MTH-1, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1217

RIN: 2115-AA95
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2268. SAFETY/SECURITY ZONE REGULATIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1233; 33 USC 1225

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 100; 33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently as 
a part of an established body of technical requirements to keep those 
requirements operationally current. Total actions expected to continue 
through 10/00/95: 300.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Margie G. Hegy, Project Manager, G-NVT-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0415

RIN: 2115-AA97
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2269. ANCHORAGE AREA REGULATIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  33 USC 471; 33 USC 2030; 33 USC 2035; 33 USC 2071

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 110

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently as 
a part of an established body of technical requirements to keep those 
requirements operationally current. Total actions expected to continue 
through 10/00/95: 6.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This is an open docket for routine field 
regulations.

Agency Contact: Margie G. Hegy, Project Manager, G-NVT-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0415

RIN: 2115-AA98
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2270. INCORPORATION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION 
FOR SAFETY OF LIFE AT SEA, 1974 (83-043)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1223; 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 50; 46 CFR 52; 46 CFR 56; 46 CFR 58; 46 CFR 51; 
46 CFR 111

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would incorporate the provisions of chapters II-
1, II-2, and V of the Safety of Life at Sea, 1974 International 
Convention (SOLAS 74). These provisions generally provide for 
acceptance of technology which is standard industry practice, such as 
use of plastic pipe in some places and common-rail bilge and ballast 
systems.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/28/90                    55 FR 39638
NPRM Comment Period End         12/27/90
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/28/90 (55 FR 39638)

Additional Information: Formerly titled ``Reassessment of Coast Guard 
Marine Engineering Regulations - Incorporation of SOLAS 74 Amendments''

Agency Contact: LCDR R. K. Butturini, Project Manager, G-MTH-4, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-2206

RIN: 2115-AB41
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2271. +LICENSING OF PILOTS--MANNING OF VESSELS (84-060)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2104; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 7101; 46 USC 7109; 
46 USC 7112; 46 USC 8101; 46 USC 8502; 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 3703; 46 USC 
8901 to 8904

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 15.812; 46 CFR 10.700

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: An interim final rule: (1) defined ``coastwise seagoing 
vessel'' for pilotage purposes; (2) described first class pilotage 
areas where local pilotage expertise is warranted; (3) allowed licensed 
individuals to serve as pilots in areas not identified as first class 
pilotage areas on vessels that they are otherwise qualified to control; 
(4) required a Federal pilot for certain vessels in excess of 1,600 
gross tons; and (5) provided quick reference tables for pilotage 
requirements. This action was considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/24/85                    50 FR 26117
NPRM Comment Period End         12/23/85
SNPRM                           06/06/88                    53 FR 20654
SNPRM; Notice of Public Hearing 08/11/89                    54 FR 33045
Interim Final Rule              02/02/94                     59 FR 4839
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/02/94 (59 FR 4839)

Additional Information: This regulatory project has been split from a 
previously published action identified by the same title with Coast 
Guard Docket number 77-084 and RIN 2115-AA04, completed in 50 FR 26106. 
The Coast Guard initiated a comprehensive study of pilotage issues and 
requested public comment in 54 FR 31136. [[Page 23632]] 

Agency Contact: Mr. J. Bennett, Project Manager, G-MVP, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6102

RIN: 2115-AB67
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2272. +LIFESAVING EQUIPMENT--IMPLEMENTATION OF 1983 AMENDMENTS TO 
SOLAS 1974 (84-069)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3306

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 31; 46 CFR 33; 46 CFR 35; 46 CFR 70; 46 CFR 71; 
46 CFR 75; 46 CFR 78; 46 CFR 91; 46 CFR 94; 46 CFR 97; 46 CFR 107; 46 
CFR 108; 46 CFR 109; 46 CFR 154; 46 CFR 160; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would implement the provisions of the 1983 
amendments to SOLAS 1974 (Safety of Life at Sea) which came into force 
in July of 1986. It would also reorganize the lifesaving equipment 
regulations in order to simplify, clarify, and reduce redundancy. This 
rulemaking is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/31/84                    49 FR 50745
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/01/85
NPRM                            04/21/89                    54 FR 16198
NPRM Comment Period End         08/21/89
Comment Period Reopened to 01/
03/90                           10/05/89                    54 FR 41124
Notice of Public Hearing in 
Seattle 10/17/89                10/05/89                    54 FR 41124
Interim Final Rule              05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/21/89 (54 FR 16198)

Additional Information: CFR CITATION CONT: 46 CFR 30; 46 CFR 90; 46 CFR 
112; 46 CFR 125; 46 CFR 133; 46 CFR 161; 46 CFR 167; 46 CFR 168; 46 CFR 
188; 46 CFR 192; 46 CFR 196; 46 CFR 199.

Agency Contact: Mr. B. Berringer, Project Manager, G-MVI-3, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1444

RIN: 2115-AB72
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2273. TRAINING IN THE USE OF AUTOMATIC RADAR PLOTTING AIDS (ARPA) 
(85-089)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1223; 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 164; 46 CFR 10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Current regulations require installation of ARPA on certain 
ships to improve vessel and waterway safety. Training in the use of 
this equipment is necessary to ensure its proper application and 
maximum benefit. Licensed personnel (masters, mates, & pilots) manning 
vessels of 10,000 GT or larger and those manning vessels equipped with 
an ARPA would be required to complete an ARPA training course. The 
course is expected to cost approximately $500.00 per student.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/24/85                    50 FR 43258
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/23/85
NPRM                            03/07/90                     55 FR 8155
NPRM Comment Period End         06/05/90
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/07/90 (55 FR 8155)

Agency Contact: Robert S. Spears, Jr., Project Manager, G-MVP-3, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0836

RIN: 2115-AB99
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2274. +SMALL PASSENGER VESSEL INSPECTION AND CERTIFICATION (85-080)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3306

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 170; 46 CFR 171; 46 CFR 173; 46 CFR 175 to 185

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise subchapters S and T to reflect 
statutory changes, incorporate new technology, and improve safety 
requirements. Among the changes contemplated would be a change in 
inspection intervals, drydocking intervals, lifesaving equipment 
requirements, and fire protection requirements. This action is 
considered significant because it affects a broad class of vessels and 
there has been substantial public interest evidenced.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/30/89                     54 FR 4412
Notice of Hearings and Comment 
Period Extended to 07/31/89     04/26/89                    54 FR 17997
Notice of Public Hearing Change 05/25/89                    54 FR 22608
NPRM Comment Period End         05/30/89
Notice of Intent to Publish 
SNPRM                           09/18/89                    54 FR 38410
SNPRM; Comment Period End 06/13/
94                              01/13/94                     59 FR 1994
Notice of Public Hearing        03/25/94                    59 FR 14132
Interim Final Rule              09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/30/89 (54 FR 4412)

Additional Information: On January 13, 1994 the Coast Guard published a 
Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (SNPRM) containing the 
proposed completed revision of the regulations governing small 
passenger vessels. A new Subchapter K was introduced for small 
passenger vessels carrying more than 150 passengers or more than 49 
overnight passengers. Seven public hearings were held throughout the 
country and the comment period closed June 13, 1994. An Interim Final 
Rule (IFR) will be published adopting many of the solutions suggested 
in the comments. It will provide an opportunity for public comment on 
those solutions.

Agency Contact: LT Eric P. Christensen, Project Manager, G-MVI-2, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1181

RIN: 2115-AC22


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
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[[Page 23633]]
2275. REVISION TO INFLATABLE LIFERAFT APPROVAL: SOLAS 74/83 (85-
205)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3306(a)

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 159; 46 CFR 160

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would establish approval requirements for 
inflatable liferafts meeting the 1983 Amendments to the 1974 Safety of 
Life at Sea Convention.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM; RIN 2115-AA50            06/29/81                    46 FR 33341
NPRM; RIN 2115-AA50             01/11/85                     50 FR 7558
Comment Period Extended to 10/
14/85; RIN 2115-AA50            07/05/85                    50 FR 27628
Comment Period Extended to 01/
10/86; RIN 2115-AA50            09/09/85                    50 FR 36639
ANPRM; RIN 2115-AA57            08/14/86                    51 FR 29117
Notice of Public Meeting; RIN 
2115-AA57                       12/22/86                    51 FR 45783
NPRM                            10/18/94                    59 FR 52590
NPRM Comment Period End         02/15/95


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Two related projects have been consolidated 
into this one: Inflatable Liferaft Stability (CGD 80-113), RIN 2115-
AA50, and Servicing Inflatable Liferafts (CGD 81-010), RIN 2115-AA57.

Agency Contact: Mr. Kurt Heinz, Project Manager, G-MVI-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1444

RIN: 2115-AC51
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2276. EMERGENCY POSITION INDICATING RADIO BEACONS (EPIRBS) AND 
VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS FOR UNINSPECTED VESSELS (87-016)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 4102; PL 100-540

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 25; 46 CFR 26

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: PL 100-540 requires EPIRBs on each manned uninspected vessel 
operating on the high seas or beyond three miles from the coast line of 
the Great Lakes. A final rule published August 17, 1988 (53 FR 31004) 
requires EPIRBs on certain fishing vessels. Pursuant to PL 100-540, the 
present action would extend the requirement of that rule. The final 
rule of March 10, 1993, requires EPIRBs on certain uninspected vessels, 
excluding uninspected passenger vessels and vessel-assistance towing 
vessels. The SNPRM proposed EPIRB regulations and visual distress 
signal requirements for those uninspected vessels not presently 
required to carry them.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/19/90                    55 FR 14922
NPRM Comment Period End         06/18/90
Partial Final Action Effective 
04/26/93                        03/10/93                    58 FR 13364
Partial Final Action Correction 05/11/93                    58 FR 27658
SNPRM; Comment Period End 06/17/
94                              02/17/94                     59 FR 8100
SNPRM Correction                03/04/94                    59 FR 10461
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/10/93 (58 FR 13364)

Agency Contact: Bob Markle, Project Manager, G-MVI-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1444

RIN: 2115-AC69
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2277. REQUIREMENTS FOR MARINE TERMINALS TRANSFERRING BULK LIQUEFIED 
HAZARDOUS GASES (88-049)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1221

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 126; 33 CFR 127

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would develop requirements for marine terminals 
transferring bulk liquefied hazardous gases (petroleum and chemical) 
and establish comparable levels of safety and contingency measures for 
these commodities as are now required for liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/28/88                    53 FR 37792
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/28/88
NPRM                            10/05/93                    58 FR 51906
NPRM Comment Period End         01/03/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Public Compliance Cost: Initial Cost: $12,000,000; Yearly Recurring 
Cost: $433,000; Base Year for Dollar Estimates: 1994

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/05/93 (58 FR 51906)

Agency Contact: Mr. Gary Chappell, Project Manager, G-MPS-3, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0491

RIN: 2115-AD06
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2278. +IMPLEMENTATION OF THE COMMERCIAL FISHING-INDUSTRY VESSEL 
SAFETY ACT (88-079)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 4502; 46 USC 4506; 46 USC 6104(c); 46 USC 
10603(b)

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 28

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 1, 1993.

Abstract: The Commercial Fishing Industry Act of 1988 requires the 
Secretary of Transportation to prescribe regulations for certain safety 
equipment and vessel operating procedures. A final rule establishing 
requirements for navigation, radio, firefighting, and lifesaving 
equipment, and fuel, ventilation, and electrical systems was published 
in August, 1991. Regulations have also been proposed to address vessel 
stability and lifesaving appliances. Additionally, an interim final 
rule established immersion suit requirements. Regulations for immersion 
suits on vessels operating on seasonally cold waters have also been 
proposed. This rulemaking is considered significant because of its 
impact on the commercial fishing industry. [[Page 23634]] 

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM of Consolidated RIN 2115-
AC34                            07/09/87                    52 FR 25890
ANPRM Correction of Consolidated 
RIN 2115-AC34                   08/10/87                    52 FR 29556
ANPRM                           12/29/88                    53 FR 52735
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/27/89
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
04/15/89                        03/02/89                     54 FR 8765
NPRM                            04/19/90                    55 FR 14924
NPRM Comment Period End         08/20/90
Notice of Intent to Publish 
SNPRM                           08/31/90                    55 FR 35694
Final Action Except SNPRM 
Issues; Final Action Effective 
09/15/91                        08/14/91                    56 FR 40364
Final Rule Correction           09/20/91                    56 FR 47679
Correcting Amendments to Final 
Action of 08/14/91              01/06/92                      57 FR 363
Interim Final Rule; Immersion 
Suits                           08/03/92                    57 FR 34188
SNPRM; To Address Stability and 
Other Small Fishing Vessel 
Issues                          10/27/92                    57 FR 48670
SNPRM Correction                12/03/92                    57 FR 57129
SNPRM Comment Period Extended to 
02/28/93                        12/18/92                    57 FR 60158
SNPRM Correction                01/06/93                      58 FR 630
NPRM; Seasonally Cold Waters    05/20/93                    58 FR 29502
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/27/92 (57 FR 48670)

Additional Information: The final rule published 08/14/91 addressed 
most issues raised in the NPRM. A final rule implementing provisions of 
the Aleutian Trade Act is being handled under RIN 2115-AE77. Stability 
for vessels less than 79 feet in length, survival for vessels operating 
near shore with less than four persons on board, and requirements for 
carriage of immersion suits have been addressed separately. These 
remaining issues will be subject of a combined final rule. Coast Guard 
docket 86-024 titled Uninspected Fish Processing Vessels (RIN 2115-
AC34) has been incorporated into this project.

Agency Contact: Tim Farley, Project Manager, G-MVI-4, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-2307

RIN: 2115-AD12
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2279. PERMITS FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF MUNICIPAL AND COMMERCIAL 
WASTES (89-014)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 2602

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, June 15, 1989.
See discussion in the Abstract.

Abstract: The Shore Protection Act of 1988 (33 USC 2501 et seq.) 
prohibits vessels from transporting municipal and commercial waste 
unless they have a permit and display a number. The Act requires the 
permit and number 240 days after enactment. This interim rule 
implemented these provisions of the Act and requested comments.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/24/89                    54 FR 22546
Interim Final Rule Correction   06/05/89                    54 FR 24078
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/24/89 (54 FR 22546)

Additional Information: Further action pends Environmental Protection 
Agency's regulatory decisions and/or legislation to define classes of 
vessels to be permitted and the appeal process for denial or 
revocation. This project was formerly known as Implementation of the 
Shore Protection Act of 1988.

Agency Contact: LTJG Lauren Kubler, Project Manager, G-MEP-3, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0439

RIN: 2115-AD23
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2280. VESSEL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (89-050)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2103; 46 USC 12501

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 187

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: 46 USC 12501 requires the Secretary of Transportation to 
establish a Vessel Identification System (VIS). This rulemaking will 
prescribe the manner and form for participating States to make 
information available for VIS; to establish guidelines for State vessel 
titling systems; and to establish procedures for certifying compliance 
with those guidelines.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/15/89                    54 FR 38358
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/14/89
NPRM                            10/05/93                    58 FR 51920
NPRM Correction                 10/15/93                    58 FR 53624
NPRM Comment Period End         01/03/94
NPRM Comment Period Reopened to 
03/28/94                        02/24/94                     59 FR 8881
Interim Final Rule              04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/05/93 (58 FR 51920)

Agency Contact: CDR Keith Cameron, Project Manager, G-MIM-2, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0385

RIN: 2115-AD35
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2281. +DISCHARGE-REMOVAL EQUIPMENT FOR VESSELS CARRYING OIL (90-
068)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 4202

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 165

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

Abstract: The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 directs the President by August 
18, 1992, to (1) require periodic inspection of discharge-removal 
equipment to ensure that it is available in an emergency, and (2) 
require carriage of discharge-removal equipment by vessels operating in 
the navigable waters of the U.S. and carrying oil or hazardous 
substances. This action would implement those provisions and is 
considered significant because of expected costs and substantial public 
interest. [[Page 23635]] 

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/30/91                    56 FR 43534
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/16/91
NPRM                            09/29/92                    57 FR 44912
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
11/16/92                        10/26/92                    57 FR 48489
NPRM Comment Period End         10/29/92
Interim Final Rule              12/22/93                    58 FR 67988
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/22/94
Interim Final Rule Correction   01/26/94                     59 FR 3749
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/22/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/22/93 (58 FR 67988)

Additional Information: The Coast Guard will be evaluating new 
technology to determine whether additional rulemaking is appropriate.

Agency Contact: Marcia Landman, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6770

RIN: 2115-AD66
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2282. +FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR WATER POLLUTION (VESSELS) (CGD 
91-005)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 2716; 42 USC 9608

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 130 to 132; 33 CFR 137

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking implements the provisions concerning 
financial responsibility for vessels in the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 
and the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability 
Act. It prescribes the means by which owners and operators of vessels 
establish and maintain evidence of insurance or other evidence of 
financial responsibility sufficient to meet their potential limits of 
liability under these Acts. This rule is considered significant because 
of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/26/91                    56 FR 49006
NPRM Comment Period End         11/25/91
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
01/24/92                        12/02/91                    56 FR 61216
Notice of Availability of Draft 
Regulatory Impact Analysis      07/21/93                    58 FR 38993
Interim Final Rule              07/01/94                    59 FR 34210
Notice of Public Hearings       09/07/94                    59 FR 46211
NPRM Comment Period Reopened to 
11/30/94                        09/07/94                    59 FR 46211
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/29/94                    59 FR 34210
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/01/94 (59 FR 34210)

Additional Information: The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA) repealed or 
superseded certain oil spill liability provisions under the Federal 
Water Pollution Control Act (33 USC 1321), title III of the Outer 
Continental Shelf Lands Act Amendments of 1978 (43 USC 1814), the 
Trans-Alaska Pipeline Authorization Act (43 USC 1653), and the 
Deepwater Port Act of 1974 (33 USC 1517). The financial responsibility 
provisions of those Acts were replaced by a single financial 
responsibility regime under OPA and keyed to the broader liability of 
OPA. In addition to financial responsibility requirements under OPA, 
which is limited to oil, this project would include financial 
responsibility requirements under the Comprehensive Environmental 
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, which concerns hazardous 
substances. This consolidation would allow the issuance of a single, 
unified Certificate of Financial Responsibility for vessels, replacing 
separate certificates and financial responsibility regimes under the 
previously mentioned Acts.

Agency Contact: Robert M. Skall, Project Manager, G-NPFC, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, National Pollution Funds Center, 4200 
Wilson Blvd, Suite 1000, Arlington, VA 22203-1804, 703 235-4704

RIN: 2115-AD76
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2283. +TANK VESSEL RESPONSE PLANS (91-034)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231; 33 USC 1321(j); 33 USC 1903(b); 33 USC 
2735; 46 USC 3715; PL 101-380

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 155

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

Abstract: This rulemaking partially implements sections 4202(b)(4) and 
5005 of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, P.L. 101-380 (OPA-90), 
concerning tank vessel and facility response plans. Section 4202(b)(4) 
of the OPA-90 amends section 311(j)(5) of the Federal Water Pollution 
Control Act (FWPCA), which requires owners and operators of tank 
vessels and facilities to develop response plans for responding to 
worst-case discharges (or substantial threat thereof) of oil or 
hazardous substances. Section 5005 requires that response plans for 
tank vessels operating in Prince William Sound, Alaska, and facilities 
permitted under the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Authorization Act provide for 
additional measures of oil spill preparedness. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest and 
environmental considerations. This rulemaking covers tank vessel 
requirements for oil-spill response plans. A separate rulemaking under 
RIN 2115-AE88 will address tank vessel response plans for hazardous 
substances. Facility response plan requirements for oil and hazardous 
substances will also be addressed by separate rulemakings under RINs 
2115-AD82 and 2115-AE87, respectively.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/30/91                    56 FR 43534
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/16/91
NPRM                            06/19/92                    57 FR 27514
NPRM Correction                 07/01/92                    57 FR 29354
Notice of Meetings              07/28/92                    57 FR 33287
NPRM Comment Period End         08/03/92
Interim Final Rule              02/05/93                     58 FR 7376
Interim Final Rule Correction   03/15/93                    58 FR 13708
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/06/93                     58 FR 7376
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23636]] 

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation 02/05/
93 (58 FR 7376)

Additional Information: The status of development of response plans was 
published 08/21/92 (57 FR 37920). A workshop notice was published 07/
16/93 (58 FR 38450), and an additional day added 07/22/93 (58 FR 
39272).

Agency Contact: Ms. Landman, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6770

RIN: 2115-AD81
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2284. +FACILITY RESPONSE PLANS (91-036)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1321(j); PL 101-380

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 154

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

Abstract: This rulemaking partially implements sections 4202(b)(4) and 
5005 of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, P.L. 101-380 (OPA 90), 
concerning tank vessel and facility response plans. Section 4202(b)(4) 
of OPA-90 amends section 311(j)(5) of the Federal Water Pollution 
Control Act (FWPCA), which requires owners and operators of tank 
vessels and facilities to develop response plans for responding to 
worst-case discharges (or substantial threat thereof) of oil or 
hazardous substances. Section 5005 requires that response plans for 
tank vessels operating in Prince William Sound, Alaska, and facilities 
permitted under the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Authorization Act provide for 
additional measures of oil spill preparedness. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest and 
environmental considerations. This rulemaking covers facility 
requirements for oil-spill response plans. A separate rulemaking under 
RIN 2115-AE87 will address facility response plans for hazardous 
substances. Tank vessel response plan requirements for oil and 
hazardous substances will also be addressed by separate rulemakings 
under RINs 2115-AD81 and 2115-AE88, respectively.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/11/92                     57 FR 8708
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/27/92
Interim Final Rule              02/05/93                     58 FR 7330
Interim Final Rule Correction   03/12/93                    58 FR 13550
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/06/93                     58 FR 7330
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/05/93 (58 FR 7330)

Additional Information: A workshop notice was published 07/16/93 (58 FR 
38450), and an additional day added 07/22/93 (58 FR 39272).

Agency Contact: LCDR Hunt, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6230

RIN: 2115-AD82
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2285. +OVERFILL DEVICES (CGD 90-071A)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3703

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 155 to 156

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, August 18, 1991.

Abstract: The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 requires the Secretary of 
Transportation to issue regulations concerning the use of overfill 
devices. This action would implement the provisions of this Act and is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/12/93                     58 FR 4040
NPRM Comment Period End         03/15/93
Notice of Public Meeting        10/21/93                    58 FR 54315
Interim Final Rule              10/21/94                    59 FR 53286


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/12/93 (58 FR 4040)

Agency Contact: R. Crenwelge, Project Manager, G-MS-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6220

RIN: 2115-AD87
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2286. CLAIMS PROCEDURES UNDER THE OIL POLLUTION ACT OF 1990 (CGD 
91-035)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 2713; 33 USC 2714

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 136

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will implement section 1013 (Claims 
Procedures) and section 1014 (Designation of Source and Advertisement) 
of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. This rulemaking was designated 
significant because of anticipated public interest. However, few 
comments were received on the interim final rule and there has been 
limited claims activity. Since the final rule will consist of 
clarifications and editorial corrections, this action is now considered 
nonsignificant.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/12/92                    57 FR 36314
Interim Final Rule Correction   09/09/92                    57 FR 41104
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/10/92


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/12/92 (57 FR 36314)

Additional Information: The final rule awaits a decision by the 
Comptroller General concerning claims of natural resource trustees.

Agency Contact: Linda Burdette, Project Manager, National Pollution 
Fund Center, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 4200 
Wilson Blvd, Suite 1000, Arlington, VA 22203-1804, 703 235-4762

RIN: 2115-AD90


______________________________________________________________________


______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23637]]
2287. REGULATED NAVIGATION AREA: PUGET SOUND AND STRAIT OF JUAN DE 
FUCA, WA; GRAYS HARBOR, WA; COLUMBIA RIVER AND WILLAMETTE RIVER, OR; 
YAQUINA BAY, OR; UMPQUA RIVER, OR; COOS BAY, OR (13-90-28)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1225; 33 USC 1231; 50 USC 191

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would require an emergency towline on tank barges 
while transiting certain port areas of the Pacific Northwest, to 
prevent discharges of oil or other hazardous substances during 
transport.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/24/91                    56 FR 55104
NPRM Comment Period End         01/07/92
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/24/91 (56 FR 55104)

Agency Contact: LCDR John C. Odell, Project Officer, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Thirteenth Coast Guard District, 915 
Second Avenue, Seattle, WA 98174-1067, 206 220-7110

RIN: 2115-AE06
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2288. +ESCORT VESSELS FOR CERTAIN TANKERS (91-202)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-380; 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 168

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking developed standards which implement section 
4116(c) of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. It addressed the areas of 
Prince William and Puget Sounds where a two-vessel escort will be 
required for single-hull tankers greater than 5,000 gross tons. This 
action was considered significant because of substantial public and 
State government interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/07/92                    57 FR 30058
NPRM Comment Period End         09/08/92
NPRM Comment Period Reopened to 
07/24/93                        03/26/93                    58 FR 16391
ANPRM: Further Comments Due 6/
28/93                           04/27/93                    58 FR 25766
Notice of Public Hearings       04/29/93                    58 FR 25959
Notice of Public Hearings 
Correction                      05/19/93                    58 FR 29157
Notice of Availability of Part 1 
of Study                        01/10/94                     59 FR 1411
Final Rule: Effective 11/17/94  08/19/94                    59 FR 42962
Final Rule: Partial Suspension: 
Effective 11/17/94              11/01/94                    59 FR 54519
Final Rule: Request for 
Comments: Comment Period to 01/
30/95                           11/01/94                    59 FR 54519
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/19/94 (59 FR 42962)

Additional Information: The Coast Guard, in cooperation with the Prince 
William Sound Regional Citizens Advisory Council, PWS Tanker 
Association, and Alaska Pipeline, conducted a disabled-tanker towing 
study. The result of the study was incorporated into this rulemaking. 
Tug escort requirements in areas other than Prince William Sound and 
Puget Sound are addressed in the project listed under RIN 2115-AE56.

Agency Contact: T. Jordan, Project Manager, G-MS-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6751

RIN: 2115-AE10
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2289. ALTERATION OF OBSTRUCTIVE BRIDGES (CGD 91-063)

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  33 USC 511

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 116

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: With the upsurge of interest in bridge alterations, it has 
become necessary to clarify the procedures for declaring a bridge to be 
an unreasonable obstruction and, most importantly, how a bridge 
qualifies for alteration under the Truman-Hobbs Act. This rule would 
clarify and update the procedures contained in 33 CFR 116 to more 
clearly reflect the procedures currently in use.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/22/94                    59 FR 13588
NPRM Comment Period End         05/23/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Larry R. Tyssens, Project Manager, G-NBR-1, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0376

RIN: 2115-AE15
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2290. FEDERAL PILOTAGE REQUIREMENT FOR FOREIGN TRADE VESSELS (92-
061)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2103; 46 USC 3703; 46 USC 8105; 46 USC 8502; 
46 USC 8503

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 1.45; 46 CFR 1.46; 46 CFR 15.812

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is proposing to require Federal pilots for 
foreign trade vessels navigating at certain offshore marine oil 
terminals located within the U.S. navigable waters of the States of 
California and Hawaii, or while making intraport transits within 
certain designated waters of the States of New York and New Jersey, or 
while transiting certain designated waters of the State of 
Massachusetts.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/09/93                    58 FR 36914
NPRM Correction                 07/28/93                    58 FR 40468
NPRM Comment Period End         09/07/93
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/09/93 (58 FR 36914)

Agency Contact: J. Bennett, Project Manager, G-MVP, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 [[Page 23638]] Second Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6102

RIN: 2115-AE28
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2291. NEW YORK VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE (CGD 92-052)

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 161

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is expanding the geographic boundaries of VTS 
New York in two phases. The Interim Final Rule published 09/01/93 
implemented the first expansion phase. A final rule will implement the 
final phase in late 1995.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/25/93                    58 FR 30098
NPRM Comment Period End         07/09/93
Interim Final Rule              09/01/93                    58 FR 46081
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/18/93
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/01/93 (58 FR 46081)

Agency Contact: Irene Hoffman, Project Manager, G-NVT-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6277

RIN: 2115-AE36
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2292. REGATTA REGULATIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1233

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently to 
ensure the safety of life on navigable waters before, during and after 
approved regatta and marine parade events. Total actions expected to 
continue through 10/00/95: 250.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-NAB, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0979

RIN: 2115-AE46
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2293. DRAWBRIDGE REGULATIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  33 USC 499

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 117

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently as 
a part of an established body of technical requirements to keep those 
requirements operationally current. Total actions expected to continue 
through 10/00/95: 50.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Diane Schneider-Appleby, Project Manager, G-NBR-1, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0377

RIN: 2115-AE47
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2294. INLAND NAVIGATION RULES; LIGHTING PROVISIONS (CGD 94-011)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  14 USC 2; 14 USC 633; 33 USC 151(a); 33 USC 2071

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 80; 33 CFR 82; 33 CFR 84; 33 CFR 87; 33 CFR 88; 
33 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend certain technical lighting 
provisions and interpretive regulations which supplement the Inland 
Navigation Rules and the International Regulations for Preventing 
Collisions at Sea (72 COLREGS). These changes would bring certain 
technical rules into conformity with amendments to the 72 COLREGS 
scheduled to become effective in November, 1995. The Coast Guard is 
also proposing several interpretive regulations to clarify ambiguities 
in the rules.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/20/94                    59 FR 37003
NPRM Correction                 08/24/94                    59 FR 43620
NPRM Comment Period End         09/19/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Final effective date will be no earlier than 
October 1995 to correspond with effective date of COLREGS amendments. 
The NPRM of 07/20/94 erroneously indicated RIN 2115-AE72.

Agency Contact: Margie G. Hegy, Project Manager, G-NVT-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0415

RIN: 2115-AE71
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2295. REVISION OF DAMAGE STABILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR NEW PASSENGER 
SHIP DESIGNS (94-010)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 1333(d); 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3703; 46 USC 
5115; 50 USC 198

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 171.080(e)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would revise the passenger vessel damage 
stability criteria in 46 CFR 171.080(e) for new domestic vessels.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/10/94                    59 FR 40855
Notice of Public Hearing        08/10/94                    59 FR 40855
Notice of Meeting and Comment 
Period Extended to 12/16/94     11/04/94                    59 FR 55232
NPRM Comment Period End         12/16/94
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Patricia Carrigan, Project Manager, G-MTH-3, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, [[Page 23639]] 2100 Second Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-2988

RIN: 2115-AE75
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2296. ALEUTIAN TRADE ACT (94-025)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3316; 46 USC 4502; 46 USC 4506; 46 USC 6104; 
46 USC 10603; 49 app USC 1804

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 28

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This will create a separate project limited to implementation 
of the Aleutian Trade Act (ATA). It will establish safety requirements 
for common carriers. Regulations proposed for these vessels in a 
Supplemental Notice of Proposed Rulemaking published October 27, 1992 
(57 FR 48670), will be modified and published separately under this 
rulemaking.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

SNPRM; Comment Period End 11/14/
94                              09/13/94                    59 FR 47034
SNPRM Comment Period Extended to 
12/31/94                        11/22/94                    59 FR 60110
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: The rulemaking initiated under RIN 2115-AD12 
addressed seven separate topics related to improving commercial fishing 
vessel safety, including stability, equipment, and carriage of exposure 
suits. It also addressed implementation of the Aleutian Trade Act 
provisions. This rulemaking addresses only the implementation of the 
Aleutian Trade Act. The remaining topics will remain under RIN 2115-
AD12.

Agency Contact: LCDR Mark D. Bobal, Project Manager, G-MVI-4, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-2307

RIN: 2115-AE77
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2297. REGULATED NAVIGATION AREA: OLIVER LOCK AND DAM; BLACK WARRIOR 
RIVER--MM 338(08-93-027)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231; 50 USC 191

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would establish a Regulated Navigation Area at 
the Oliver Lock and Dam on the Black Warrior River, placing 
restrictions on downbound tows through the lock during high tail-water 
gauge readings.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/19/94                    59 FR 18486
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/03/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LT Verne Gifford, Marine Safety Division, Eighth Coast 
Guard District, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Hale 
Boggs Federal Building, 501 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130-
3396, 504 589-6188

RIN: 2115-AE79
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2298. REGULATED NAVIGATION AREA; MISSISSIPPI RIVER, MILES 88 TO 240 
ABOVE HEAD OF PASSES (08-94-006)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231; 50 USC 191; 33 CFR 1.05-1(g); 33 CFR 
6.04-1; 33 CFR 6.04-6; 33 CFR 160.5

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 165.803

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is extending the upper limits of the 
Mississippi River RNA to cover the area between river miles 88 and 240. 
The RNA will improve the safety of barge fleeting areas between New 
Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/28/94                    59 FR 21933
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      06/27/94                    59 FR 21933
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period Reopened to 11/10/94     08/12/94                    59 FR 41405
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LT Verne Gifford, Marine Safety Division, Eighth Coast 
Guard District, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Hale 
Boggs Federal Building, 501 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130-
3396, 504 589-6172

RIN: 2115-AE81
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2299. NOTICE OF HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS (94-027)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 160

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would clarify the hazardous conditions for which 
the Coast Guard must be notified, and the parties responsible for 
providing that notice. It would also extend the notice requirement to 
include hazardous conditions not onboard a vessel.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/03/94                    59 FR 39458
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/01/94
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LCDR Scott Newsham, Project Manager, G-MPS-3, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0507

RIN: 2115-AE82
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2300. REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1233; 50 USC 191; 33 CFR 1.05-1(g); 33 CFR 
6.04-1; 33 CFR 6.04-6; 33 CFR 160.5 [[Page 23640]] 

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Nonsignificant local regulations issued routinely and 
frequently as part of an established body of technical requirements to 
keep those requirements operationally current. Occasionally, Regulated 
Navigation Areas which are more extensive will be listed separately. 
Fifteen actions expected to continue through 10/00/95.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: An NPRM was issued May 19, 1994 (59 FR 26156), 
concerning Heli-Carriers International's heliport in Upper New York 
Bay. Subsequent RNAs will issue as needed.

Agency Contact: Margie G. Hegy, Project Manager, G-NVT-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0415

RIN: 2115-AE84
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2301. IMMEDIATE REPORTING OF CASUALTIES (94-030)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231; 43 USC 1333; 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 2306; 
46 USC 6101; 46 USC 6301; 46 USC 6305; 50 USC 198

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would clarify those marine casualties that 
require immediate notification to the Coast Guard. It would specify 
when immediate notification would be required, who would be responsible 
for providing notice, and to whom notification must be made so that 
prompt emergency action can be taken as necessary.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/03/94                    59 FR 39469
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/01/94
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LCDR P. A. Jensen, Project Manager, G-MMI, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1430

RIN: 2115-AE89
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2302. +ESTABLISHMENT OF LIGHTERING ZONES (93-081)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3715(b)

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 156

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90), single-hull 
tankers otherwise not permitted to operate within the U.S. Exclusive 
Economic Zone (EEZ) may enter the EEZ to lighter (offload oil to 
another vessel) in designated zones 60 miles or more offshore. This 
project would establish three or more lightering zones in the Gulf of 
Mexico, off the coasts of Corpus Christi, Galveston, and Mobile, and 
impose operating requirements on lightering in the zones. It would also 
establish a restricted area in which lightering would not be permitted. 
Except for establishing the restricted area, this project would not 
affect existing lightering practices for vessels permitted to operate 
in U.S. waters under OPA 90. This action is considered significant 
because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/02/93                    58 FR 63544
Notice of Meeting               12/16/93                    58 FR 65683
Comment Period Extended to 02/
02/94                           12/30/93                    58 FR 69313
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/03/94
NPRM                            01/05/95                     60 FR 1958
NPRM Comment Period End         03/06/95
Final Action                    05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LCDR Stephen L. Kantz, Project Manager, G-MS, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0038

RIN: 2115-AE90
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2303. RADAR-OBSERVER ENDORSEMENT FOR OPERATORS OF UNINSPECTED 
TOWING VESSELS (94-041)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2103; 46 USC 7101; 46 USC 8904

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 10; 46 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is amending its regulations to require that, 
at the time of license renewal, each licensed master, mate, and 
operator of a radar-equipped uninspected towing vessel of 26 feet or 
more in length obtain a radar-observer endorsement. Requirements are 
included for interim training prior to license renewals. This 
rulemaking also amends the licensing requirements to add provisions for 
two radar-observer courses focusing on radar use on inland waters and 
rivers.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/26/94                    59 FR 53754
Interim Final Rule Effective 11/
25/94                           10/26/94                    59 FR 53754
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      01/24/95
Reopening Comment Period        02/14/95                     60 FR 8308
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Robert S. Spears, Jr., Project Manager, G-MVP, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0836

RIN: 2115-AE92
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2304.  RECREATIONAL INFLATABLE PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE 
STANDARDS (CGD 94-111)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  46 USC 4302; 46 USC 4310

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 160

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will add regulations for the approval of inflatable 
personal [[Page 23641]] flotation devices (PFDs) for use on 
recreational boats. These new regulations will establish structural and 
performance standards for these inflatable PFDs, as well as the 
procedures for Coast Guard approval of such inflatable PFDs. Most of 
the technical requirements will be based on an industry consensus 
standard. The costs to the industry will include such items as approval 
testing and production testing similar to other approved lifesaving 
equipment, and will be optional since no one will be required to 
replace an existing PFD with one of these devices. Costs will be 
minimal.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Samuel E. Wehr, Project Manager, G-MVI, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1444

RIN: 2115-AE96
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2305.  POLLUTION PREVENTION: MARPOL SPECIAL AREAS (CGD 94-
056)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1321; 33 USC 1903

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 151; 33 CFR 155

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will implement resolutions under the International 
Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL 73/78) 
adopting several new Special Areas. Special Areas are oceanographical 
areas of the seas that, because of such factors as ecological 
conditions or volume of vessel traffic, deserve special measures to 
prevent pollution by oil, noxious liquid substances, and garbage.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Jacqueline L. Sullivan, Project Manager, G-MS-1, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6404

RIN: 2115-AE97
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________


2306.  TEMPORARY SPEED LIMITS FOR THE ST. MARYS RIVER (09-
94-036)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1231

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 161

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is temporarily reducing the speed limit by 2 
miles per hour for the St Marys River during the 1994-95 icebreaking 
season. These temporary changes are a precautionary measure to minimize 
possible damage to environment due to movement of large commercial 
vessels through the ice.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/23/95                     60 FR 4378
Correction                      02/16/95                     60 FR 8942


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LT Scott J. Smith, Project Manager, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Ninth Coast Guard District, 1240 East 
9th Street, Cleveland, OH 44199-2060, 216 522-3990

RIN: 2115-AF01



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2307. HYBRID PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES: ESTABLISHMENT OF APPROVAL 
REQUIREMENTS (78-174)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3703; 46 USC 4302; 33 USC 1903 
(b); EO 12234

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 160

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would establish performance standards for hybrid 
PFDs and procedures for granting product approval to these devices. 
This project would revise the present Interim Final Rule for the 
approval of hybrid personal flotation devices (PFDs). Proposed 
revisions include increasing the required buoyancy to compensate for 
removing the restriction ``Required To Be Worn'' to allow hybrids as 
Type I, II, and III PFDs. Lowering manufacturing costs by reducing the 
amount of repetitive testing required and allowing approval of hybrids 
for youths and small children is also proposed.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/15/79                    44 FR 15933
NPRM                            05/29/85                    50 FR 21862
NPRM Comment Period End         07/15/85
Interim Final Rule              08/22/85                    50 FR 33923
SNPRM; Comment Period End 04/18/
94                              01/18/94                     59 FR 2575
SNPRM Correction                02/16/94                     59 FR 7668
Final Action                    01/09/95                     60 FR 2482
Final Action Effective          02/08/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/22/85 (50 FR 33923)

Additional Information: A related project, CGD 78-174, was completed on 
6/27/91 (56 FR 29439). A correction to the final rule was published on 
February 27, 1995 (60 FR 7131) under RIN 2116-AA29.

Agency Contact: LTJG R. Smith, Project Manager, G-MVI-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1444

RIN: 2115-AA29
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2308. FIRE PROTECTION REGULATIONS (CGD 83-026)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3301; 46 USC 3305; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3503; 
46 USC 3703 [[Page 23642]] 

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 32; 46 CFR 72; 46 CFR 92; 46 CFR 190; 46 CFR 193; 
46 CFR 30; 46 CFR 31; 46 CFR 34; 46 CFR 35; 46 CFR 70; 46 CFR 76; 46 
CFR 77; 46 CFR 78; 46 CFR 90; 46 CFR 95; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action started in 1984 and was intended to bring the 
Code of Federal Regulations into agreement with the international 
requirements of Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) 1974 and its amendments. 
It has been overtaken by the Coast Guard's Maritime Regulatory Reform 
(MRR) effort. Therefore, this project is no longer necessary and will 
be terminated.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/01/84                    49 FR 38672
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/30/84
Withdrawn                       10/14/94                    59 FR 52133

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Formerly titled Reassessment of Coast Guard 
Fire Protection Regulations to Incorporate SOLAS 1974.

Agency Contact: Albert Kirchner, Project Manager, G-MTH-4, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0168

RIN: 2115-AB36
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
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2309. DOMESTIC LOAD LINES (86-013)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 5100

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 44; 46 CFR 45

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would have revised 46 CFR parts 44 and 45 
(subchapter E) to correct errors, replace previous omissions, 
incorporate new policies which have not been published, and implement 
provisions of the new Load Line Law enacted on October 21, 1986 and now 
in effect. This project is being terminated because the Coast Guard is 
directing its resources to higher priority projects at this time. The 
project will be reintroduced at some future date.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice                          12/29/86                    51 FR 46972
Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This rule was previously titled Domestic and 
International Load Lines. RIN 2115-AC37 has been separated into an 
additional rulemaking with Docket Number 86-013a and RIN 2115-AE70 to 
address International Load Lines.

Agency Contact: William Hayden, Project Manager, G-MTH-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-2988

RIN: 2115-AC37
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2310. ANCHORAGE REGULATIONS (CGD 86-079)

Legal Authority:  33 USC 471; 33 USC 2030; 33 USC 2035

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 165; 33 CFR 110

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would update the anchorage regulations by 
removing nonregulatory, obsolete, or duplicative language; by 
standardizing the anchorage description format; by publishing subparts 
A and B as two parts: Part 110--Special Anchorage Areas and Part 111--
Anchorage Grounds.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            03/11/88                     53 FR 7949
NPRM Comment Period End         05/11/88
SNPRM Expanding Revisions; 
Comments by 02/03/89            12/05/88                    53 FR 48935
Withdrawn                       01/09/95                     60 FR 2364

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/11/88 (53 FR 7949)

Agency Contact: Margie G. Hegy, Project Manager, G-NVT-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0415

RIN: 2115-AC96
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2311. CARRIAGE OF BULK SOLID MATERIALS REQUIRING SPECIAL HANDLING 
(87-069)

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1321 (j); 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 5111; 46 USC 
6101; 49 USC 1803; 49 USC 1804; 49 USC 1808

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 148; 46 CFR 97

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would have incorporated into 46 CFR 148 the 
requirements for shipping certain frequently carried hazardous bulk 
solids, thus eliminating paperwork for both the Coast Guard and the 
shipping industry. Coast Guard is directing its resources to higher 
priority projects at this time.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           04/28/89                    54 FR 18308
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/27/89
NPRM                            04/12/94                    59 FR 17418
NPRM Comment Period End         07/11/94
NPRM Comment Period Reopened to 
09/06/94                        08/05/94                    59 FR 40004
Withdrawn                       04/13/95                    60 FR 18793

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Frank Thompson, Project Manager, G-MTH-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0087

RIN: 2115-AD02
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2312. CONTROLLING THE MARINE ASBESTOS HAZARD (88-103)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3306(a); 43 USC 1333

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 197

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Asbestos has been identified as a carcinogen for which there 
are no safe limits of exposure. This regulatory project was to limit 
the hazards posed by asbestos to marine industry personnel aboard Coast 
Guard inspected vessels, mobile offshore drilling units, Outer 
Continental Shelf platforms, and deepwater ports. As this guidance was 
based on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 
guidelines and [[Page 23643]] OSHA has recently revised theirs and 
issued specific guidance for shipyard workers, this Coast Guard project 
was withdrawn pending an investigation of the feasibility of applying 
the OSHA shipyard standards to shipboard use.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           10/07/92                    57 FR 46126
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/04/93
Withdrawn                       11/14/94                    59 FR 56456

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LCDR Barker, Project Manager, G-MVI-2, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1181

RIN: 2115-AD16
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2313. GENERAL REVISIONS TO STABILITY REGULATIONS (SUBCHAPTER S) 
(89-038)

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9118 to 9119; 42 USC 9153; 43 USC 1333; 46 USC 
1333; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3703; 46 USC 5115

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 170 to 174

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would have proposed general editorial changes to 
the stability regulations to correct errors and clarify meaning. This 
project is being terminated because the Coast Guard is directing its 
resources to higher priority projects at this time. This projects may 
be reintroduced at some future date.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This project was formerly entitled, Stability 
Regulations, General Revision of Subchapter S (89-038).

Agency Contact: Marty Hecker, Project Manager, G-MTH-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-2988

RIN: 2115-AD34
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2314. +DOUBLE HULL STANDARDS FOR VESSELS CARRYING OIL IN BULK (CGD 
90-051)

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1903; 46 USC 3703a; PL 101-380

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 155.390; 33 CFR 157.01; 33 CFR 157.03; 33 CFR 
157.08; 33 CFR 157.10; 33 CFR 157.10(d); 33 CFR 157.11; 33 CFR 157.24; 
33 CFR 157.25; 33 CFR 157.28; 46 CFR 30.01-5; 46 CFR 32.60; 46 CFR 
70.05-30; 46 CFR 90.05-35; 46 CFR 172.060; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 requires a double hull to be 
fitted on vessels carrying oil in bulk. The Act does not provide 
technical standards for a double hull. The IFR implemented the 
requirements of the Act and established technical standards. It was 
reviewed to reconsider variances from international standards. This 
rulemaking is significant because of substantial general, 
international, and congressional interest.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/05/90                    55 FR 50192
NPRM Comment Period End         04/01/91
NPRM Comment Period Reopened to 
10/07/91                        09/06/91                    56 FR 44051
Notice of Availability of Impact 
Analysis                        01/15/92                     57 FR 1854
Interim Final Rule              08/12/92                    57 FR 36222
Interim Final Rule Correction   09/03/92                    57 FR 40494
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/13/92
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period Reopened to 02/26/93     12/18/92                    57 FR 60402
Final Action                    03/10/95                    60 FR 13318
Final Action Effective          04/10/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/12/92 (57 FR 36222)

Agency Contact: Robert M. Gauvin, Project Manager, G-MVI-2, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1181

RIN: 2115-AD61
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2315. +DIRECT USER FEES FOR INSPECTION OR EXAMINATION OF U.S. AND 
FOREIGN COMMERCIAL VESSELS (91-030)

Legal Authority:  14 USC 633; 31 USC 9701; 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 2104; 46 
USC 2110; 46 USC 2111; 46 USC 3303(a); 46 USC 3303(b); 46 USC 3306; 46 
USC 3317; 46 USC 3714; 46 USC 5115; 46 USC 8105; 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 143; 46 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 requires the 
Coast Guard to establish user fees for Coast Guard services related to 
the inspection and examination of U.S. and foreign vessels and issuance 
of Certificates of Inspection, Certificates of Compliance, and related 
documents. The fees are based on the way the Coast Guard presently 
conducts vessel inspection activities. This rule is intended to recover 
costs of providing certain vessel inspection services. This rule is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            12/18/91                    56 FR 65786
NPRM; Correction To Add Appendix 
A                               12/24/91                    56 FR 66766
NPRM Comment Period End         02/18/92
NPRM Comment Period Reopened to 
05/18/92                        03/24/92                    57 FR 10149
Final Action                    03/13/95                    60 FR 13550
Final Action Effective          05/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation 12/18/
91 (56 FR 65786)

Agency Contact: LCDR M. R. Devries, Project Manager, G-MP, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0009

RIN: 2115-AD78
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2316. REGULATED NAVIGATION AREA; PUGET SOUND, WASHINGTON (13-90-03)

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1225; 33 USC 1231; 50 USC 191

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None [[Page 23644]] 

Abstract: The Coast Guard has proposed to amend the regulations for the 
Regulated Navigation Area (RNA) of Puget Sound. An SNPRM addressed 
changes subsequent to the NPRM.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/01/90                    55 FR 39986
NPRM Comment Period End         11/15/90
SNPRM; Comment Period End 08/30/
91                              07/31/91                    56 FR 36121
Final Action                    08/29/94                    59 FR 44318
Final Action Effective          09/28/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/31/91 (56 FR 36121)

Agency Contact: LCDR Mark Ashley, Project Manager, USCG Puget Sound 
Vessel Traffic Service, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 
1519 Alaskan Way South, Seattle, Washington 98134, 206 286-5640

RIN: 2115-AD86
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2317. MANNING STANDARDS FOR FOREIGN TANK VESSELS (91-215)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 9101; PL 101-380

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 30

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation would have established the requirements and 
procedures for the evaluation of the manning, training, qualification, 
and watchkeeping standards of a foreign country, and the subsequent 
determination of whether standards for licensing and certification are 
at least equivalent to United States law or accepted international 
standards and are being enforced. This project is being terminated 
because the Coast Guard is directing its resources to higher priority 
projects at this time. This project may be reintroduced at some future 
date.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Ms. Landman, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6770

RIN: 2115-AD97
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2318. STABILITY CRITERIA FOR DOUBLE-HULLED TANK VESSELS (91-206)

Legal Authority:  PL 101-30

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 157; 46 CFR 172

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking was intended to regulate stability of tank 
vessels built under the mandate of section 4115(a) of the Oil Pollution 
Act of 1990. This section requires vessels constructed or adapted to 
carry oil in bulk or as cargo residue, for which a contract was placed 
after 30 June 1990, to be equipped with double hulls. This project is 
being terminated because the Coast Guard is directing its resources to 
higher priority projects at this time. This project may be reintroduced 
at some future date. Damage stability guidance is contained in Safety 
Alert 94-01.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Tom Jordan, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6751

RIN: 2115-AE11
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2319. +DRUG TESTING OF INDIVIDUALS APPLYING FOR ISSUANCE OR RENEWAL 
OF LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OF REGISTRY, OR MERCHANT MARINERS' DOCUMENTS 
(91-223)

Legal Authority:  PL 101-380; 46 USC 2101; 46 USC 7101; 46 USC 7302

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 10; 46 CFR 12; 46 CFR 16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 requires that merchant marine 
credential applicants be tested for use of dangerous drugs. This 
regulation provides procedures for implementing this requirement. This 
action was significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/04/94                    59 FR 10544
NPRM Comment Period End         05/03/94
Final Action                    01/23/95                     60 FR 4522
Final Action Effective          03/24/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/04/94 (59 FR 10544)

Agency Contact: Jim Cratty, Project Manager, G-MS, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6742

RIN: 2115-AE29
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2320. LIFEBOATS, RESCUE BOATS, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT AND 
MATERIALS (93-021)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3306a

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 160; 46 CFR 161; 46 CFR 162; 46 CFR 164

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would have established approval requirements for 
lifeboats and rescue boats meeting the 1983 Amendments to the 1974 
Safety of Life at Sea Convention. This project is being terminated 
because the Coast Guard is directing its resources to higher priority 
projects at this time. This project may be reintroduced at some future 
date.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Rajiv Khandpur, Project Manager, G-MVI-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1444

RIN: 2115-AE40
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2321. INSPECTION AND CERTIFICATION STANDARDS FOR OSRVS (93-031)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3703; 33 USC 1321(j)(6)(A) [[Page 23645]] 

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard proposed to establish inspection and 
certification standards for oil spill response vessels (OSRVs) of less 
than 500 gross tons which would otherwise be inspected as tank vessels 
under 46 CFR subchapter D. This project is being terminated because the 
Coast Guard is directing its resources to higher priority projects at 
this time. This project may be reintroduced at some future date.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice of Public Meeting        08/29/94                    59 FR 44396
Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Randy Crenwelge, Project Manager, G-MS-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6220

RIN: 2115-AE43
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2322. IMPLEMENTATION OF REGULATION 26 OF ANNEX I OF MARPOL 73-78 
RELATING TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF SHIPBOARD OIL POLLUTION EMERGENCY PLANS 
(93-030)

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1321; 33 USC 1903

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action implements Regulation 26 of Annex I of MARPOL 73-
78. MARPOL Regulation requires oil tankers of 150 gross tons and above 
and other ships of 400 gross tons and above to carry on board an 
approved oil pollution emergency response plan.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/17/94                     59 FR 8086
NPRM Correction                 03/15/94                    59 FR 12032
NPRM Comment Period End         04/18/94
Final Action                    10/07/94                    59 FR 51332
Final Action Effective          10/07/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/17/94 (59 FR 8086)

Agency Contact: J. Sullivan, Project Manager, G-MS-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-6404

RIN: 2115-AE44
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2323. GREAT LAKES PILOTAGE RATE METHODOLOGY (92-072)

Completed:
_______________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Transfer Development to RIN 
2105-AC21                       03/03/95

RIN: 2115-AE45
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2324. INSPECTION OF GREAT LAKES BARGES (93-017)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3306

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 24; 46 CFR 30; 46 CFR 70; 46 CFR 90; 46 CFR 91; 
46 CFR 92; 46 CFR 93; 46 CFR 94; 46 CFR 95; 46 CFR 96; 46 CFR 97; 46 
CFR 98; 46 CFR 175; 46 CFR 188

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposed to regulate a new statutory class of 
vessels, Great Lakes barges. This class consists of non-self-propelled 
cargo vessels of at least 3,500 gross tons operating on the Great 
Lakes. This action would have improved navigation safety on the Great 
Lakes. This project is being terminated because the Coast Guard is 
directing its resources to higher priority projects at this time. This 
project may be introduced at some future date.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LCDR David A. Du Pont, Project Manager, G-MVI-2, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1181

RIN: 2115-AE49
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2325. +GREAT LAKES PILOTAGE (93-019)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 7701; 46 USC 9302 to 9304; 46 USC 9308

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 401; 46 CFR 402

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Those sections of the Great Lakes Pilotage Regulations which 
deal with the registration, qualifications, and employment of pilots, 
and the operation of pilotage pools have remained relatively unchanged 
for more than twenty years. The objectives of this rulemaking project 
were to: (1) clarify the pilot registration process, and specify who 
has the authority to terminate an applicant or registered pilot; (2) 
amend the regulations to improve management of the pilot associations 
by instituting a one-person, one-vote concept; and (3) amend certain 
sections of the regulations in order to meet the present and future 
needs of the Great Lakes Pilotage System. This action was considered 
significant because of substantial public interest. This project is 
being terminated because the Coast Guard is directing its resources to 
higher priority projects at this time. This project may be reintroduced 
at some future date.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: John Bennett, Program Manager, G-MVP, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593, 202 267-0219

RIN: 2115-AE52
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2326. CERTIFICATION OF SEAMEN (92-042)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2103 to 2104; 46 USC 7301 to 7319; 46 USC 7501 
to 7503; 46 USC 7701 to 7705; 46 USC 8701 to 8704

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 1.46

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The intended effect of revising part 12, Certification of 
Seamen, was to update professional standards and streamline the 
issuance of merchant mariner documents. These new rules would increase 
safety at sea through better training. One of the key issues in 
revising Part 12 was to require a physical exam for entry level 
personnel. This project is being terminated because research indicates 
[[Page 23646]] that the Coast Guard has no authority to impose such a 
requirement.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Mark Gould, Program Manager, G-MVP-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593, 202 267-1547

RIN: 2115-AE53
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2327. STABILITY CRITERIA FOR BULK GRAIN VESSELS (93-059)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 31.10 to 33; 46 CFR 72.30; 46 CFR 93; 46 CFR 172

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would have adopted the IMO ``International Code 
for the Safe Carriage of Grain in Bulk'' (The Code). The Code includes 
required stability, loading requirements, and Documents of 
Authorization for each vessel that loads grain in bulk and became 
effective January 1,1994. These regulations apply to each vessel that 
holds grain in bulk, except vessels engaged solely on voyages on the 
Great Lakes, rivers, lakes, bays, or sounds. This project is being 
terminated because the Coast Guard is directing its resources to higher 
priority projects at this time. This project may be reintroduced at 
some future date.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LT Patrick Little, Project Manager, G-MTH-3, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593, 202 267-2988

RIN: 2115-AE60
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2328. SHIPBOARD FUMIGATION (93-061)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2103; 46 USC 3306; 49 USC 1803

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 147a

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would have revised the interim regulations for 
shipboard fumigation by: (1) bringing them into harmony with the 
International Maritime Organization's Recommendations on the safe use 
of pesticides on ships; and (2) adding requirements for the fumigation 
of unmanned barges. This project is being terminated because the Coast 
Guard is directing its resources to higher priority at this time. This 
project may be reintroduced at some future date.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Frank Thompson, Project Manager, G-MTH-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593, 202 267-1577

RIN: 2115-AE61
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2329. SIMPLIFIED PROCESS FOR POLLUTION VIOLATION CASES (93-079)

Legal Authority:  14 USC 633; 15 USC 553; 33 USC 1321

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 1.07; 49 CFR 1.46

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory project will amend 33 CFR 1.07, establishing 
simplified procedures to expedite processing of certain civil penalty 
violation cases. The proposed procedures would allow settlement of 
cases by: (1) issuance of a ``citation'' (or notice of violation and 
proposed penalty) by the investigating officer or investigating unit, 
with the alleged violation and proposed penalty indicated; and, (2) 
payment by the party of the amount indicated on the citation to a 
financial institution designated by the Treasury.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/07/94                    59 FR 16558
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/07/94                    59 FR 16558
Final Action                    12/27/94                    59 FR 66477
Final Action Effective          01/26/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: The interim final rule established a six-month 
pilot program. Public comment will be accepted throughout the six-month 
trial period.

Agency Contact: LT Burton, Project Manager, G-MEP-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593, 202 267-6603

RIN: 2115-AE68
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2330. INTERNATIONAL LOAD LINES (86-013A)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 5100

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 41; 46 CFR 42; 46 CFR 43; 46 CFR 46; 46 CFR 47; 
46 CFR 48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would have revised 46 CFR parts 42 and 46 and 
parts 41, 43, 47, and 48 (subchapter E) to correct errors, replace 
previous omissions, incorporate new policies which have not been 
published, and implement provisions of the new Load Line Law enacted on 
October 21, 1986, and now in effect. The project is being terminated 
because the Coast Guard is directing its resources to higher priority 
projects at this time. This project will be reintroduced at some future 
date.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This rulemaking was previously included in RIN 
2115-AC37 entitled Domestic and International Load Lines (86-013). This 
rulemaking addresses International Load Lines. Domestic Load Lines is 
the subject of a separate rulemaking in RIN 2115-AC37. A Notice 
addressing both rulemakings was published 12/29/86 (51 FR 46972).

Agency Contact: William Hayden, Project Manager, G-MTH-3, Department 
[[Page 23647]] of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20593, 202 267-2988

RIN: 2115-AE70
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2331. REGULATIONS FOR THE CONTROL OF BALLAST WATER DISCHARGES FROM 
SHIPS IN THE HUDSON RIVER (94-003)

Legal Authority:  16 USC 4711

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 30, 1994.

Abstract: This rulemaking will implement regulations required by an 
amendment to the Nonindigenous Aquatic Nuisance Prevention and Control 
Act of 1990. The amendment extended the Act's applicability to vessels 
entering the Hudson River, north of the George Washington Bridge, after 
operating beyond the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). The Act requires 
the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations requiring all 
methods of ballast water management to prevent and control infestations 
of aquatic nuisance species. This authority has been delegated to the 
Coast Guard. Similar regulations already apply to vessels entering the 
Great Lakes.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/21/94                    59 FR 31959
NPRM Comment Period End         08/22/94
Final Action                    12/30/94                    59 FR 67632
Final Action Effective          01/30/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LT Jon Burton, Project Manager, G-MEP-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0426

RIN: 2115-AE76
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________

2332.  PROGRAMS FOR CHEMICAL, DRUG, AND ALCOHOL TESTING OF 
COMMERCIAL VESSEL PERSONNEL; DELAY OF IMPLEMENTATION DATES (94-106)

Legal Authority:  46 USC 2103; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 7101; 46 USC 7301; 
46 USC 7701

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule delayed the effective date of regulations governing 
drug testing, insofar as those regulations would require testing of 
persons on board U.S. vessels in waters that are subject to the 
jurisdiction of a foreign government. Under this final rule, employees 
will become subject to testing no later than January 2, 1996.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/20/94                    59 FR 65500
Final Action Effective          12/20/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: LCDR Mark Grossetti, Project Manager, G-MMI, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-1421

RIN: 2115-AE95
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
______________________________________________________________________


2333.  NINTH DISTRICT MARINE INSPECTION AND CAPTAIN OF THE 
PORT ZONE BOUNDARIES (CGD 94-107)

Legal Authority:  14 USC 633

CFR Citation:  33 CFR 3

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is amending the descriptions of several 
Marine Inspection and Captain of the Port Zone boundaries in the Ninth 
Coast Guard District to reflect recent organizational changes. These 
changes will clarify Coast Guard responsibilities within the Ninth 
District. These changes will not impact the type or level of Coast 
Guard services performed.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/05/95                    60 FR 17222
Final Action Effective          05/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Ens. Harry E. George, Project Manager, G-MPS-3, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001, 202 267-0491

RIN: 2115-AF00



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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2334. OBJECTS AFFECTING NAVIGABLE AIRSPACE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348; 49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 
1501; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 77

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the standards, aeronautical studies, 
scope, and notice provisions concerning objects affecting navigable 
airspace. The notice consisted primarily of changes required by recent 
legislation or recommended by a government/industry task group of the 
National Airspace Review Advisory Committee. This action would also 
cover electromagnetic interference phenomenon that could create a 
hazard to air navigation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice of Review                06/19/78                    43 FR 26322
Review Conference               12/08/80
National Airspace Review Begins 07/09/84
NPRM                            08/03/90                    55 FR 31722
NPRM Correction                 08/13/90                    55 FR 32999
NPRM Correction                 08/16/90                    55 FR 33577
NPRM Correction                 08/28/90                    55 FR 35152
NPRM Correction                 09/10/90                    55 FR 37287
NPRM Comment Period End         12/31/90
SNPRM                           06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation 08/03/
90 (55 FR 31722)

Additional Information: Project ATP-85-015R. [[Page 23648]] 

Agency Contact: Ellen Crum, Air Traffic Rules Branch, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8783

RIN: 2120-AA09
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2335. +FUEL SYSTEM VENT FIRE PROTECTION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 
1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 
USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes to require fuel vent system protection 
during post-crash ground fires. This proposed rule would apply to air 
carriers, air taxi operators, and commercial operators of transport 
category airplanes, as well as the manufacturers of such airplanes. 
This action is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest and the safety implications.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/26/84                    49 FR 38078
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/25/85
NPRM                            02/02/95                     60 FR 6632
NPRM Comment Period End         06/02/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Docket 24251. Formerly entitled Implementation 
of SAFER Propulsion System Recommendations. Project No. ANM-82-050R.

Agency Contact: Mike McRae, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue 
SW., Renton, Washington 98055-4056, 206 227-2116

RIN: 2120-AA49
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2336. COMPOSITE PROPELLERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 
106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 35

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice would revise part 35 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations to add requirements for composite propellers to include 
environmental effects in fatigue evaluation, bird impact, and lightning 
protection.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/00/95

Additional Information: Formerly entitled ``Fatigue Evaluation, Bird 
Impact, and Lightning Protection for Propellers of Composite 
Construction.'' Project No. ANE-83-002R.

Agency Contact: Marty Buckman, Aerospace Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, New England Region, 12 
New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803, 617 273-7079

RIN: 2120-AB05
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2337. REVIEW OF PART 47, AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION, AND PART 49, 
RECORDING OF AIRCRAFT TITLES AND SECURITY DOCUMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1403; 49 USC 1405; 
49 USC 1406; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 47; 14 CFR 49

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice would propose to update parts 47 and 49 of the 
Federal Aviation Regulations to reflect changes in the law, legal 
interpretations, other recent rulemaking actions, and the FAA's current 
aircraft registry practices. The intent of these proposed changes is to 
articulate, modernize, and simplify the existing regulations rather 
than alter established procedures.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number AVN-89-201R.

Agency Contact: Agnes Jones, Aviation Standards National Field Office, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Mike 
Monroney Aeronautical Center, 6500 South MacArthur Boulevard, Oklahoma 
City, Oklahoma 73125, 405 680-7357

RIN: 2120-AC17
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2338. +REPAIR STATION AND REPAIRMEN CERTIFICATION RULES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1427

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 43; 14 CFR 65; 14 CFR 145

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Current repair station rules were developed during the 
infancy of the aviation industry. Very few changes were made to those 
rules since they were adopted in 1952. This rulemaking project proposes 
to review foreign repair station requirements and update the rules to 
reflect the current international and domestic environment and needs. 
The FAA has held four public meetings to solicit information and views 
to review the existing regulations and to explore alternatives in 
revising the rules of this part. This rulemaking is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice of Public Meetings       07/24/89                    54 FR 30866
Notice Correction               08/08/89                    54 FR 32563
NPRM                            01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/00/96

Additional Information: Project No. AFS-87-045R. This project was 
formerly entitled Review and Revision of Repair Station Requirements.

Agency Contact: Leonard Colp, Aircraft Maintenance Division, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of [[Page 23649]] Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20591, 202 267-8283

RIN: 2120-AC38
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2339. INSTALLATION OF CRASHWORTHY FUSELAGE FUEL TANKS AND FUEL 
LINES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449; PL 100-591

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, February 3, 1989.
Public Law 100-591, Aviation Safety Research Act of 1988.

Abstract: This preliminary action was initiated to determine the 
feasibility of installing, in all air carrier aircraft, crashworthy 
fuselage fuel tanks and fuselage fuel lines which are rupture resistant 
and which disconnect and seal in the event of an accident. This notice 
solicited public participation in identifying and selecting a 
regulatory course of action by inviting interested persons to submit 
specific comments and arguments concerning this proposed regulatory 
action. Originally this rulemaking was considered significant. However, 
because there is no substantial public interest, this rulemaking is no 
longer significant.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/02/89                    54 FR 18824
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/30/89


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Project No. ANM-89-005R.

Agency Contact: Mike McRae, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056, 206 227-2133

RIN: 2120-AC87
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2340. MAINTENANCE RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1502

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA established an aviation rulemaking advisory committee 
(56 FR 20492, May 3, 1991), to provide advice and recommendations to 
the FAA on the full range of aviation-related issues. The committee has 
been tasked to provide advice and recommendations regarding the 
airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes and engines in 
parts 25, 33, and 35 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) and 
parallel provisions in parts 121 and 135 of the FAR.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number AFS-92-625R.

Agency Contact: Bill Henry, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3804

RIN: 2120-AD25
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2341. +SOLE RADIO NAVIGATION SYSTEM; MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR 
CERTIFICATION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352; 49 USC 1353; 49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1401; 
49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1422; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 
1426; ...

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, September 30, 1989.
Airway Safety and Capacity Expansion Act of 1987 (PL 100-223)

Abstract: This action would establish minimum standards under which a 
radio navigation system may be certified as the sole radio navigation 
system required in an aircraft conducting Instrument Flight Rules en 
route and terminal area operations, including nonprecision approach, in 
controlled airspace in the United States. It was developed in response 
to the Airport and Airway Safety and Capacity Expansion Act of 1987. 
This rulemaking is considered significant because of a congressional 
mandate.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/22/90                     55 FR 2206
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/22/90


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project No. AFS-89-215R. This project was 
formerly entitled Sole Means Radio Navigation System.

Agency Contact: James Crowling, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-5215

RIN: 2120-AD26
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2342. HIGH INTENSITY RADIATED FIELDS PROTECTION STANDARDS FOR 
AIRCRAFT ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 23; 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 27; 14 CFR 29

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA established an aviation rulemaking advisory committee 
(56 FR 20492, May 3, 1991), to provide advice and recommendations to 
the FAA on the full range of aviation-related issues. The committee has 
been tasked to provide advice and recommendations regarding the 
airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes and engines in 
parts 25, 33, and 35 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) and 
parallel provisions in parts 121 and 135 of the FAR.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number AIR-89-180R. This project was 
formerly [[Page 23650]] entitled ``Requirements for Aircraft Protection 
in High Energy Radiated Electromagnetic Fields.''

Agency Contact: William J. (Joe) Sullivan, Aircraft Certification 
Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9554

RIN: 2120-AD32
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2343. 1-G STALLING SPEED AS A BASIS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH PART 25 OF 
THE FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the Federal Aviation Regulations to 
redefine the airplane reference stalling speed as the 1-g stalling 
speed in lieu of the minimum stalling speed. It would: (1) provide for 
a consistent, repeatable reference stalling speed; (2) ensure 
consistent and dependable maneuvering margins; (3) clarify the 
requirement for the use of 1-g stalling speeds in determining 
structural design speeds; (4) increase the head-on gust structural 
design requirement; and (5) provide for adjusted multiplying factors to 
maintain essentially equivalent requirements in areas where the use of 
minimum stalling speed has proven adequate. These changes are needed 
since the stalling characteristics of modern jet transports as 
determined by current methods can result in inconsistent reference 
stalling speeds. These changes may result in a higher level of safety 
where current methods have resulted in artificially low reference 
stalling speeds.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/00/95

Additional Information: Project No. ANM-86-041R.

Agency Contact: James Haynes, Airframe and Propulsion Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056, 206 227-2131

RIN: 2120-AD40
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2344. +FATIGUE TEST REQUIREMENTS FOR AGING AIRCRAFT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA established an aviation rulemaking advisory committee 
(56 FR 20492, May 3, 1991), to provide advice and recommendations to 
the FAA on the full range of aviation-related issues. The committee has 
been tasked to provide advice and recommendations regarding the 
airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes and engines in 
parts 25, 33, and 35 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) and 
parallel provisions in parts 121 and 135 of the FAR. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project No. ANM-90-004R.

Agency Contact: Dick Kirsch, Aircraft Certification Service, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9565

RIN: 2120-AD43
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2345. +REVISION OF PART 108, AIRPLANE OPERATOR SECURITY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 1357; 49 USC 1421; 
49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1511; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend part 108 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations to incorporate new requirements in response to worldwide 
terrorist activity. This rulemaking is considered significant because 
of its safety implications and substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number ACS-87-107R.

Agency Contact: Karl Shrum, Office of Civil Aviation Security, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3946

RIN: 2120-AD45
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2346. +REVISION OF PART 107, AIRPORT SECURITY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 1357; 49 USC 1358; 
49 USC 1421; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 107

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice would propose to amend part 107 of the Federal 
Aviation Regulations to incorporate new requirements in response to the 
worldwide terrorist activity. This rulemaking is considered significant 
because of its safety implications and substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number ACS-87-106R.

Agency Contact: Robert Cammaroto, Office of Civil Aviation Security, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
[[Page 23651]] Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-
7723

RIN: 2120-AD46
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2347. +ALTERNATIVE MEANS OF COMPLIANCE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1341(a); 49 USC 1343(d); 49 USC 1348; 49 USC 
1354(a); 49 USC 1401 to 1405; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 1481; 49 USC 
1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the Federal Aviation Regulations to 
provide for the granting of relief from the literal compliance with 
certain rules provided the applicant justifies this relief and that the 
FAA finds that the provisions not complied with are compensated for by 
factors that have an equivalent level of safety or that there will be 
no adverse effect on safety. This action is considered significant 
because of a substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number ARM-90-045R. Formerly titled 
``Exemption Process.''

Agency Contact: Linda Williams, Office of Rulemaking, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9685

RIN: 2120-AD66
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2348. +CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 
1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 
USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend several sections of the Federal 
Aviation Regulations related to the seating and restraint of children 
in child restraint systems. It would propose to facilitate the use of 
more child restraint systems in aircraft, which would increase the 
safety of children aboard aircraft. This rulemaking is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number AFS-90-323R.

Agency Contact: Donell Pollard, Air Transportation Division, Office of 
Flight Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-8096

RIN: 2120-AD90
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2349. +COST OF SERVICES AND TRANSFER OF FEES TO PART 187 FROM PARTS 
47, 49, 61, 63, 65, AND 143

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1341; 49 USC 1343; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1346; 
49 USC 1348; 49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 47; 14 CFR 49; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 63; 14 CFR 65; 
14 CFR 143; 14 CFR 187

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would assess reasonable charges for certain 
services provided by the FAA. The charges would be set at a level 
approximating the cost to the Government to provide these services and 
would be adjusted periodically as the cost of these services change or 
as prescribed in the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988. The cost of providing 
services for aircraft registration and recording and replacement of 
airmen certificates is not being fully recouped in accordance with the 
changes reflected in the Consumer Price Index of All Urban Consumers, 
which was published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the Department 
of Labor, or as set by the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988. This rulemaking 
would also consolidate all service fees by placing them in part 187 of 
the Federal Aviation Regulations.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number AVN-90-347R.

Agency Contact: Earl F. Mahoney, Registry Modernization Staff, Mike 
Monroney Aeronautical Center, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 6500 South MacArthur Boulevard, Oklahoma City, 
Oklahoma 73125-4939, 405 680-7357

RIN: 2120-AD91
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2350. VISUAL DESCENT POINTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 
1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 
USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice would propose to incorporate visual descent point 
(VDP) requirements into Part 135 of the Federal Aviation Regulations 
(FAR). In addition, this notice would amend the VDP requirements in 
Part 121 of the FAR to be consistent with the VDP requirements in Part 
135 of the FAR.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number AFS-91-206R.

Agency Contact: Larry Youngblut, Regulations Branch, Air Transportation 
Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3755

RIN: 2120-AE34


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2351. ACCESS INTO THE COCKPIT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 
1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 
USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would to revise part 121 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations by allowing air traffic control specialists to ride on the 
cockpit jumpseat in nonpassenger-carrying air carrier operations. 
Originally this rulemaking was considered significant. However, because 
there is no substantial public interest, this rulemaking is no longer 
significant.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number AFS-91-207R.

Agency Contact: Donell Pollard, Regulations Branch, Flight Standards 
Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8096

RIN: 2120-AE35
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2352. AIRPORT RUNWAY INCURSION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1432; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 139

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend part 139 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations by incorporating additional requirements regarding 
distance-remaining markers and other signs at airports.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number AAS-91-205R. This project was 
tasked to the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee (ARAC) in October 
1995.

Agency Contact: Robert David, Assistant Executive Director, Office of 
Airport and Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20591, 202 267-3085

RIN: 2120-AE38
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2353. +REDUCED ALTITUDE SEPARATION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1355; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 
1471 to 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 to 
2125; EO 11514; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1321 et seq

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In the 1950's, a vertical separation minimum of 2,000 feet 
was established for use between aircraft operating above flight level 
290. Reducing the 2,000-foot separation requirement to 1,000 feet would 
increase flight level availability, increase en route airspace 
capacity, enable aircraft to fly at more fuel efficient altitudes, and 
increase air traffic controller flexibility. This action is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Public Meeting Notice           07/22/93                    58 FR 39273
NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-92-279R

Agency Contact: Roy Grimes, Technical Programs Division, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3755

RIN: 2120-AE51
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2354. NON-FEDERAL NAVIGATION FACILITIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1343; 49 USC 1346; 49 USC 1348; 49 USC 
1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472(c); 
49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 171

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend part 171 to require the same 
specifications for non-Federal facilities as are required for FAA 
facilities. The amendment would consolidate subparts which would allow 
for easier use and access.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ASM-92-254R

Agency Contact: Ronald Jennings, Technical Standards Branch, Systems 
Maintenance Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-7911

RIN: 2120-AE54
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2355. PERSONS AUTHORIZED TO PERFORM MAINTENANCE, PREVENTIVE 
MAINTENANCE, REBUILDING, AND ALTERATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 106(g); PL 
97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 43

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the maintenance rules to allow, under 
certain conditions, properly trained pilots of rotorcraft and small 
(nine passengers or less) airplanes that are used in on-demand types of 
air carrier or commercial operations to perform certain preventive 
maintenance tasks on their aircraft. It also would add to the 
definition of preventive maintenance the removal and installation of 
approved seats, litters, and doors, and the removal and replacement of 
medical oxygen bottles under certain conditions.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/00/95 [[Page 23653]] 

Additional Information: Project No.: AFS-92-070R.

Agency Contact: Ed Ortiz, Aircraft Maintenance Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3806

RIN: 2120-AE57
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2356. +AIRPORT LAND USE COMPATIBILITY PLANNING--PROPOSED REVISIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 
1431; 49 USC 2101 to 2103(a); 49 USC 2104(a); 49 USC 2104(b); 49 USC 
2201 et seq; 49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 150

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the requirements for developing 
noise exposure maps and noise compatibility programs and submitting 
them for FAA approval. The revisions are intended to expedite and 
simplify the part 150 process. Under the revised process, the mandatory 
set of noise abatement measures which are presently required to be 
considered by each airport sponsor would be limited in scope depending 
on the characteristics of each airport and its surrounding community. 
The new process would be supported by appropriate guidance, training, 
review, standardization, and consultation requirements. This project is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AEE-90-410R.

Agency Contact: Alan V. Trickey, Policy and Regulations Division, 
Office of Environment and Energy, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20591, 202 267-3496

RIN: 2120-AE64
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2357. +PILOT, FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR, GROUND INSTRUCTOR, AND PILOT 
SCHOOL CERTIFICATION RULES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421 to 1422; 49 
USC 1427; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would update and revise part 61, Certification: 
Pilots and Flight Instructors; part 141, Pilots Schools; and part 143, 
Ground Instructors. In order to be more compatible with the current 
operating environment and evolving demands of the national airspace 
system, this action would update training, certification, and recency-
of-experience requirements. It is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest in pilot and instructor certification and 
training issues.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project No.: AFS-90-025R. RIN 2120-AD59 
entitled, ``Operations Over the High Seas and Within the North Atlantic 
Minimum Navigation Performance Specification Airspace,'' has been 
incorporated into this document (previous Project No.: AFS-89-175R). 
The present action was formerly entitled ``Part 61, Phase II.''

Agency Contact: John Lynch, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3841

RIN: 2120-AE71
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2358. +ANTI-DRUG AND ALCOHOL MISUSE PREVENTION PROGRAMS FOR 
EMPLOYEES OF FOREIGN AIR CARRIERS ENGAGED IN SPECIFIED AVIATION 
ACTIVITIES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1346; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355 to 1357; 49 
USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1485; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1511; 
49 USC 1522; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 129

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 28, 1992.
Omnibus Transportation Employee Act of 1991

Abstract: The Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 
directs the FAA Administrator to prescribe regulations that require 
foreign air carriers to establish drug and alcohol testing programs for 
employees performing safety-sensitive aviation functions. These 
regulations must be consistent with the international obligations of 
the United States and take into consideration any applicable laws and 
regulations of foreign countries. Comments were invited on a variety of 
issues related to the application of drug and alcohol testing 
requirements to employees of foreign air carriers operating within the 
territory of the United States. This action was taken in lieu of a 
notice of proposed rulemaking to seek the public's view on a variety of 
issues and to obtain responses to questions that may arise in 
addressing drug and alcohol testing by foreign air carriers. This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public and 
congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/15/92                    57 FR 59473
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/16/93
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
04/01/93                        02/18/93                     58 FR 8917


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Project Number: AAM-93-173R

Agency Contact: Julie B. Murdoch, Drug Abatement Division, Office of 
Aviation Medicine, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-6584

RIN: 2120-AE79


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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23654]]
2359. +MODE S TRANSPONDER REQUIREMENT FOR PART 135 OPERATORS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 
1422; 49 USC 1427; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the Mode S transponder requirement 
for all aircraft operating under part 135 and certain aircraft 
operating under part 121 based on the expected availability of 
operational capabilities of Mode S ground sensors. For part 121 
operators, the action would affect only those aircraft not required to 
have Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System II. An aviation 
rulemaking advisory committee has recommended that the FAA conduct a 
study of the installed Mode S ground sensor to determine the extent of 
the benefits derived and the costs involved in equipage. This action is 
a relieving action made necessary by the fact that ground sensors are 
not in place to support the requirement. Further, FAA is studying the 
need for Mode S transponders in Part 135 and certain Part 121 
operations in light of the fact that transponders may not substantially 
increase ATC ability to view air traffic. This rulemaking is considered 
significant because of the substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-92-297R. As this action 
merely involves a further extension of compliance date, it is not a 
rulemaking requiring OMB review in the context of EO 12866. However, it 
is significant under DOT's regulatory policies and procedures.

Agency Contact: Daniel V. Meier, Jr., Airplane Rules and Aeronautical 
Information Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3749

RIN: 2120-AE81
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2360. STAGE 2 AIRPLANE OPERATIONS IN HAWAII

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1356; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1432; 49 USC 
1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 
to 2126; 49 USC 2157; 49 USC 2158

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the airplane operating rules to 
provide reporting requirements for operators of Stage 2 airplanes in 
Hawaii. These revisions would require any U.S. operator or foreign air 
carrier that operated Stage 2 airplanes in Hawaii on November 5, 1990, 
to include certain information in its annual progress reports to the 
FAA.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AEE-92-265R

Agency Contact: Alan V. Trickey, Policy and Regulatory Division, Office 
of Environment and Energy, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20591, 202 267-3496

RIN: 2120-AE83
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2361. STATE BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  49 USC 2201; 49 USC 2227

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 156

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the regulations which implement the 
recent reauthorization by Congress of the State block grant pilot 
program under the Airport Improvement Program. The amendment to the 
regulations provides guidance to the participating States regarding 
administrative procedures for the 4-year extension of the pilot 
program.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: APP-93-513R

Agency Contact: Mark Beisse, Office of Airport Planning and 
Programming, Airports Financial Assistance Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8826

RIN: 2120-AE90
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2362. +CORROSION CONTROL PROGRAM

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1352 to 1355; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 
1431; 49 USC 1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1501; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 
49 USC 2121 to 2125; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 129; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would ensure that airplanes used or not used in 
common carriage in air transportation have a comprehensive corrosion 
prevention program within their maintenance or inspection program. In 
April 1988, a commercial transport airplane experienced an in-flight 
decompression and separation of approximately 18 feet of the fuselage 
skin and structure at the top of the airplane. The airplane had been in 
service for 19 years and had flown almost 90,000 flights. The National 
Transportation Safety Board concluded that the failure of the airline 
to detect skin disbonding resulted in corrosion and metal fatigue 
leading to separation of the airplane's skin structure. This rulemaking 
is considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Statement of Need: The FAA plans to promulgate a rule that would 
require persons operating certain airplanes in air transportation to 
include in their maintenance or inspection program an FAA-approved 
corrosion prevention and control program. This action is necessary to 
preclude an unsafe condition in airplanes due to the effects of 
corrosion.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Federal Aviation Act of 1958 (P.L. 95-504, 
October 24, 1978; P.L. 96-192, February 15, 1980) [[Page 23655]] 

Alternatives: The FAA may rely upon airplane operators to develop 
comprehensive corrosion prevention and control programs as part of 
their normal maintenance programs or the FAA may rely upon the aviation 
community to develop comprehensive corrosion prevention and control 
programs for individual airplane models and recommend rulemaking to 
implement them in the fleet.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The FAA has implemented corrosion 
prevention and control programs for eleven models of airplane as part 
of the aging airplane program. The cost of these programs range from 
$3,000 to $30,000 per year depending upon the construction of the 
airplane model. The expected benefit of the proposed rule is a 
reduction in the risk of accidents related to corrosion that might 
otherwise occur. The FAA holds that the potential benefits of this 
proposed rule exceed the expected costs.

Risks: The U.S. fleet continues to age and recent accident history may 
not be representative of future conditions or of future exposure to 
such conditions. The FAA cannot assess the exact proportion or severity 
of potential accidents that would be averted by issuance of this 
proposed rule. It is the FAA's position that the requirements for 
operators to develop and implement corrosion prevention and control 
programs would result in more consistent conduct of necessary 
maintenance and in an associated increase in overall safety.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/96

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-382R

Agency Contact: Frederick Sobeck, Aircraft Maintenance Division, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-7355

RIN: 2120-AE92
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2363. NASHVILLE, TN, CLASS B AIRSPACE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348(a); 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 106(g); EO 10854

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice proposes to establish Nashville Class B airspace 
and revoke Nashville Class C airspace in Tennessee. The Nashville Class 
B Airspace would consist of an area up to and including 8,000 feet mean 
sea level from the surface or higher within a 27-mile radius of the 
Nashville International Airport. This action is intended to increase 
the capability of the air traffic control system to separate aircraft 
in the terminal airspace around the Nashville International Airport.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-93-361T

Agency Contact: Patricia Crawford, Airspace and Obstruction Evaluation 
Branch, Air Traffic Rules and Procedures Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9255

RIN: 2120-AE93
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2364. NIAGARA FALLS

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1302; 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1348; 49 USC 
1354(a); 49 USC 1421(a); 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 2451 et seq; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA is evaluating comments from a public meeting to 
determine whether to propose rulemaking to implement special flight 
rules in the vicinity of Niagara Falls, New York.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-93-155R

Agency Contact: Melodie M. DeMarr, Air Traffic Rules Branch, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9247

RIN: 2120-AE95
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2365. CINCINNATI, OH, CLASS B AIRSPACE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 106(g); EO 10854

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would alter the Cincinnati, OH, Terminal Control 
Area (TCA) to redefine the airspace around the Cincinnati/Northern 
International Airport. The objective of this proposal is to 
substantially increase safety while accommodating the legitimate 
concerns of airspace users.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-93-476T

Agency Contact: Norman W. Thomas, Airspace and Obstruction Evaluation 
Branch, Airspace Rules & Aeronautical Info Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9230

RIN: 2120-AE97
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2366. FLIGHT ATTENDANT ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1355; 49 USC 1401 to 1431; 49 USC 1471; 49 USC 
1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 to 2125; 49 
USC 106(g); 42 USC 4321 et seq; EO 11514; ...

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135 
[[Page 23656]] 

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FAA is seeking information on a variety of issues related to 
flight attendant English language proficiency. The FAA is considering 
whether to require air operators to establish a program to ensure that 
flight attendants are able to communicate effectively in English and 
understand enough English so as to be able to perform safety-related 
duties.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/18/94                    59 FR 18456
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/18/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-745A

Agency Contact: Donell Pollard, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3735

RIN: 2120-AE98
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2367. +ADVANCED QUALIFICATION PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 
1344; 49 USC 1352 to 1355; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 
1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 
49 USC 2121 to 2126; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would codify SFAR 58, which established a 
voluntary, alternative method for the training, evaluation, 
certification, and qualification requirements of flight crewmembers, 
flight attendants, aircraft dispatchers, instructors, evaluators and 
other operations personnel subject to the training and qualification 
requirements of 14 CFR 121 and 135. The FAA developed this alternative 
method in response to recommendations made by representatives from the 
Government, airlines, aircrew professional organizations, and airline 
industry organizations. The SFAR is designed to improve aircrew 
performance and allows certificate holders to develop innovative 
training programs that incorporate the most recent advances in training 
methods and techniques. This rulemaking is significant because it would 
codify a new concept in air carrier training programs. There is 
substantial interest in this rulemaking in the air carrier industry.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Assessment

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-120R. The FAA will 
extend this SFAR, which expires October 1995.

Agency Contact: John Allen, Air Carrier Training Office, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, P. O. Box 20034, 
Dulles International Airport, 703 661-0273

RIN: 2120-AF00
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2368. +REVISED ACCESS TO TYPE III EXITS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355 to 1357; 49 
USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 USC 1502; 
49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would adjust recently adopted requirements for 
access to type III emergency exits in transport category airplanes with 
60 or more passenger seats. The adjustments would reflect new data from 
tests conducted at the FAA's Civil Aeromedical Institute and are 
intended to improve the ability of occupants to evacuate an airplane 
under emergency conditions. This rulemaking is considered significant 
because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/30/95                     60 FR 5794
NPRM Comment Period End         05/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-93-005R

Agency Contact: Gary Killion, Transport Airplane and Engine 
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056, 206 227-2114

RIN: 2120-AF01
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2369. FLIGHT OPERATIONAL QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1355; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 
1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 
to 2125; 49 USC 106(g); EO 114514

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would codify the Federal Aviation 
Administration's policy not to use information from voluntary Flight 
Operational Quality Assurance programs in any enforcement actions taken 
against operators or pilots. The proposed amendment responds to 
industry groups that have been reluctant to participate. These programs 
benefit aviation safety by providing information that can lead to 
improvements in training and operations. In 1995 the FAA will initiate 
a two-year concept demonstration study in partnership with industry. 
Based on the study, the FAA will issue an Advisory Circular. The FAA 
will use the information from the study to determine if it is 
appropriate to codify in the rules the immunity provisions.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-154R

Agency Contact: Dan Meier, Flight Standards Service, Regulations 
Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3789

RIN: 2120-AF04


______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23657]]
2370. SIGHTSEEING OPERATIONS

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1355; 49 USC 1401 to 1431; 49 USC 1471; 49 USC 
1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 to 2125; 49 
USC 106(g); 42 USC 4321 et seq; EO 11514

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FAA is seeking information on air tour and sightseeing 
operations that are currently allowed to operate under less stringent 
regulations than those applied to other types of commercial operations. 
Over the past decade the number of these operations and the number of 
accidents and incidents associated with these operations have 
increased.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-91-012R

Agency Contact: Dan Meier, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3749

RIN: 2120-AF07
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2371. SIMULATOR INSTRUCTOR--MEDICAL CERTIFICATES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 
1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 
USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would amend the training and testing requirements 
for check airmen and flight instructors who perform their functions in 
training programs conducted by part 121 and part 135 certificate 
holders. The proposed amendments are needed to allow check airmen and 
flight instructors who perform their functions only in flight 
simulators and flight training devices to do so without having to 
possess a current medical certificate. The proposed amendments are also 
needed to make these regulations compatible with proposed regulations 
for simulator training centers and with the regulations for advanced 
qualification training programs. Upon reevaluation by FAA, it was 
determined that this action is not considered significant.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-92-747A

Agency Contact: Tom Toula, Air Carrier Training Branch, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3718

RIN: 2120-AF08
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2372. CHANGES IN TYPE DESIGN OF HELICOPTERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1348(c); 49 USC 1352; 49 USC 
1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421 to 1432; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 
1651(b)(2); 49 USC 7272; 49 USC 106(g); EO 11514

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would provide an exclusion for the attachment, or 
removal, of external equipment for specific purposes from the existing 
noise certification requirements for changes in type design of 
helicopters.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AEE-93-558R

Agency Contact: Kenneth Jones, Technical Division, Office of 
Environment and Energy, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 10592, 202 
267-3554

RIN: 2120-AF10
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2373. ORLANDO, FL, CLASS B AIRSPACE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348(a); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 
106(g); EO 10854

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will propose to alter the Orlando, FL, Class B 
airspace area. This action would maintain the altitude of the upper 
limit of the Class B airspace area at 10,000 feet mean sea level and 
redefine several existing subareas to improve safety while providing 
the most efficient use of the terminal airspace.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-94-150T

Agency Contact: Lewis W. Still, Airspace and Obstruction Evaluation 
Branch, Air Traffic Rules and Procedures Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9250

RIN: 2120-AF17
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2374. TAMPA, FL, CLASS B AIRSPACE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348(a); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 
106(g); EO 10854

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will propose to alter the Tampa, FL, Class B 
airspace area. This action would maintain the altitude of the upper 
limit of the Class B airspace area at 10,000 feet mean sea level and 
redefine several existing subareas to improve air traffic procedures. 
The goal of this action is [[Page 23658]] to improve safety while 
providing the most efficient use of the terminal airspace.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-94-151T

Agency Contact: Lewis W. Still, Airspace and Obstruction Evaluation 
Branch, Air Traffic Rules and Procedures Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9250

RIN: 2120-AF18
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2375. RALEIGH/DURHAM, NC, CLASS B AIRSPACE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348(a); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 
106(g); EO 10854

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will propose to establish the Raleigh/Durham 
Class B airspace area and revoke the Class C airspace area in North 
Carolina. The purpose of the proposed establishment of a Class B 
airspace at Raleigh/Durham is to improve the degree of safety while 
providing the most efficient use of the terminal airspace.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-93-578T

Agency Contact: Patricia Crawford, Airspace and Obstruction Evaluation 
Branch, Air Traffic Rules and Procedures Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9250

RIN: 2120-AF20
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2376. +REVISION OF EMERGENCY EVACUATION DEMONSTRATION PROCEDURES TO 
IMPROVE PARTICIPANT SAFETY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 421; 
49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 
1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25; 49 CFR 1.47

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend part 25 of the FAR by revising 
Appendix J, Emergency Evacuation, to allow certain alternative 
procedures in conducting full-scale emergency evacuation demonstrations 
for transport category airplanes. These proposals are in response to 
recommendations from the Performance Standards Working Group of the 
Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee. The proposed changes, which are 
intended to make full-scale emergency evacuation demonstrations safer 
for participants and to codify existing practices, would also affect 
manufacturers and operators of transport category airplanes. This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public interest 
and safety implications.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-94-124A

Agency Contact: Franklin Tiangsing, Regulations Branch, ANM-114, 
Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-4056, 
206 227-2121

RIN: 2120-AF21
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2377. AVIATION INSURANCE

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1531 to 1543; 4 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 198

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise and update the aviation 
insurance requirements. This action is being taken to reflect current 
legislative language, to be current with industry practices, to reflect 
industry concerns, and to recapture administrative expenses incurred. 
This action will clarify the language and make it conform with the 
current legislative language and intent.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: APO-93-512R

Agency Contact: Scott Hubbard, Office of Policy, Plans, and Management 
Analysis, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3090

RIN: 2120-AF23
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2378. +OPERATIONS OF JET AIRCRAFT IN COMMUTER SLOTS AT LAGUARDIA 
AIRPORT AND JOHN F. KENNEDY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1302; 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1348; 49 USC 
1354(a); 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 2451; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would amend the definition of commuter operator 
slots (i.e., allocated instrument flight rules takeoff and landing 
reservations) at LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy International 
Airport to expand the category of aircraft that may be used in those 
slots. This proposal is in response to a petition for rulemaking from 
Business Express, Inc. This action is considered significant because of 
substantial public and industry interest.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AGC-93-090P [[Page 23659]] 

Agency Contact: Patricia Lane, Airspace and Air Traffic Law Branch, 
Office of the Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20591, 202 267-3491

RIN: 2120-AF31
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2379. FUTURE HARMONIZED ROTORCRAFT RULEMAKING; NORMAL CATEGORY 
MAXIMUM WEIGHT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 
49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 27; 14 CFR 29

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA announced a public meeting to discuss the use of 
Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Commission procedures in future harmonized 
rulemaking. One specific rulemaking that will be discussed is a 
proposed increase in the current maximum gross weight limitation of 
6,000 pounds for certification as a normal category rotorcraft.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice of Public Meeting        02/05/94                      59 FR 554


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Eric Bries, Manager, Rotorcraft Standards Staff, 
Rotorcraft Directorate, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, ASW-110, FAA, Fort Worth, TX 76193-0110, 817 222-5110

RIN: 2120-AF33
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2380. +OVERFLIGHTS OF UNITS OF THE NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC app 1302; 49 USC app 1304; 49 USC app 1346 to 
1348; 49 USC app 1431; EO 11991

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Public comment has been sought on general policy and specific 
recommendations for voluntary and regulatory actions to address the 
effects of aircraft overflights on national parks. The Federal Aviation 
Administration and the National Park Service will cooperate in 
developing measures to resolve current noise impacts and prevent 
potential future impacts from overflights at national parks. This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public interest 
and substantial interest of another Government agency.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/17/94                    59 FR 12740
ANPRM Correction                04/01/94                    59 FR 15350
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/15/94
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
07/15/94                        06/20/94                    59 FR 31883


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: David L. Bennett, Office of Chief Counsel, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3473

RIN: 2120-AF46
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2381.  +CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428 to 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice proposes to amend the Federal Aviation 
Regulations by withdrawing approval for the use of booster seats and 
vest and harness-type child restraint systems on aircraft. Recent 
research shows that these systems are a hazard to children in the event 
of an accident. This rule would increase safety for children on board 
aircraft. The FAA has already taken action, by way of press releases, 
pamphlets, and advisories to U.S. airlines, to notify the public and 
the aviation industry that these seats should no longer be used on 
aircraft. This action is significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice of Availability of Study 09/27/94                    59 FR 49276
NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-94-526R

Agency Contact: Donell Pollard, Air Transportation Division, AFS-200, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9685

RIN: 2120-AF52
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2382.  +CONTROLLED REST ON THE FLIGHT DECK

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428 to 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would allow part 121 certificate holders who 
operate aircraft that require three flight crewmembers, two pilots and 
a flight engineer, to implement a controlled rest on the flight deck 
program. Under the program, when cockpit workload permits, one flight 
crewmember at a time would be given the opportunity to sleep for a 
brief period of time at his or her duty station during the cruise 
portion of a flight. Before using the controlled rest concept, however, 
the certificate holder would have to obtain approval for its program 
from the FAA. This proposal originated as a recommendation from the 
Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee and responds to industry 
interest in developing a controlled rest program that is approved by 
the FAA. This rulemaking is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23660]] 

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-92-764A

Agency Contact: Larry Youngblut, Air Transportation Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3755

RIN: 2120-AF54
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2383.  PROPOSED MODIFICATION OF THE SALT LAKE CITY, UT, 
CLASS B AIRSPACE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348(a); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 
106(g); EO 10854

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will propose to alter the Salt Lake City, UT, 
Class B airspace area by redefining several existing subareas to 
improve air traffic procedures. The goal of this action is to improve 
safety while providing the most efficient use of the terminal airspace.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-94-035T

Agency Contact: Norman W. Thomas, Airspace and Obstruction Evaluation 
Branch, AIr Traffic Rules and Procedures Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9230

RIN: 2120-AF56
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2384.  WINDMILLING AND ROTOR BLOCKING TESTS; AND VIBRATION 
TESTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 
1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 33

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes changes to the windmilling and vibration 
airworthiness standards for the issue of type certificates, and changes 
to type certificates, for aircraft engines. This proposal resulted from 
an effort to harmonize FAA requirements with European (JAA) 
requirements to create one set of common requirements.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/06/95                    60 FR 12360
NPRM Comment Period End         06/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: ANE-93-738R

Agency Contact: John Golinski, Engine & Propeller Standards Staff, 
Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 
01803, 617 238-7119

RIN: 2120-AF57
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2385.  PROPOSED MODIFICATION OF THE PHOENIX, AZ, CLASS B 
AIRSPACE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348(a); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 
106(g); EO 10854

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will propose to alter the Phoenix, AZ, Class B 
airspace area by redefining several existing subareas to improve air 
traffic procedures. The goal of this action is to improve safety while 
providing the most efficient use of the terminal airspace.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-94-623R

Agency Contact: Norman W. Thomas, Airspace and Obstruction Evaluation 
Branch, Rules and Aeronautical Information Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9230

RIN: 2120-AF58
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2386.  SPECIAL FLIGHT RULES IN THE VICINITY OF THE GRAND 
CANYON NATIONAL PARK

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1356; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 
1471; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 to 2126; 49 
USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would extend, for 2 years, the effectiveness of 
SFAR 50-2, which contains procedures governing the operation of 
aircraft in the airspace above the Grand Canyon National Park. SFAR 50-
2 originally established the flight regulations for a period of 4 years 
to allow the National Park Service (NPS) time to complete studies 
concerning aircraft overflight impacts on the Grand Canyon, and to 
forward its recommendations to the FAA. The NPS study, completed in 
September l994, recommended alternatives, such as use of quiet 
aircraft, additional flight-free zones, altitude restrictions, 
operating specifications, noise budgets, and time limits. This proposal 
would allow the FAA sufficient time to thoroughly review the NPS 
recommendations as to their impact on the safety of air traffic at the 
Grand Canyon National Park, and to initiate the appropriate rulemaking 
action.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/12/95                    60 FR 18700
NPRM Comment Period End         05/12/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-95-017R [[Page 23661]] 

Agency Contact: Ellen Crum, Air Traffic Rules Branch, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9859

RIN: 2120-AF60
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2387.  +AIR TOUR SIGHTSEEING OPERATIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428 to 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would regulate certain air tour sightseeing 
flights currently operating under Part 91 that begin and end at the 
same airport and remain within 25 statute miles of that airport. 
Inclusion of these flights, which normally operate on occasional basis, 
would hold them to a higher level of safety and would include 
requirements by which the FAA can verify the adequacy of aircraft 
maintenance, pilot qualification, crewmember flight and rest, and 
training and services provided by these operators. Hot air balloons and 
gliders would not be included in this proposed amendment. This 
rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-91-012R

Agency Contact: Brian Callendine, Air Transportation Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3770

RIN: 2120-AF61
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2388.  +COMMUTER OPERATIONS AND GENERAL CERTIFICATION AND 
OPERATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428 to 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would respond to the 10 recommendations from the 
National Transportation Safety Board dated November 15, l994. The 
primary objective of this action is to revise the Federal Aviation 
Regulations (FAR) to require all scheduled passenger operations, with 
limited exceptions, conducted with airplanes with more than 9 passenger 
seats to be conducted under the requirements of Part 121. Other 
recommendations that may become follow-on projects include: revising 
the FAR to require all flight attendants to experience actual ``hands 
on'' use of emergency equipment; revising Parts 23 and 25 to require 
that a flight simulator suitable for training be available concurrent 
with the certification of any new aircraft; and revising the FAR to 
require that all air carriers establish a safety function such as is 
outlined in AC 120-59. Other recommendations would incorporate 
rulemaking projects that the FAA already has ongoing: Part 142, 
Training Centers; Flight Crewmember Duty Limitations and Rest 
Requirements; and the 121/135 Training Program. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/29/95                    60 FR 16230
NPRM Comment Period End         06/27/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-95-064

Agency Contact: Alberta Brown, Air Transportation Division, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8321

RIN: 2120-AF62
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2389.  +FLIGHT CREWMEMBER DUTY LIMITATIONS AND REST 
REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428 to 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the pilot rest and duty requirements 
for pilots operating under Parts 121 and 135 by ensuring that pilots 
receive adequate rest opportunities while assigned to reserve status 
and by preventing lengthy duty periods that could contribute to acute 
and cumulative fatigue. Specifically, the rulemaking will propose a 
definition of rest period. This action also proposes that all 
commercial flying or flying under Part 91 that is done by a pilot who 
is employed by a certificate holder will be included in the total 
flight time limitations of Parts 121 or 135, as applicable. This action 
is considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number AFS-94-443R

Agency Contact: Larry Youngblut, Air Transportation Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3755

RIN: 2120-AF63
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2390.  +SUBMISSION TO DRUG TESTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1356; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1422 to 
1432; 49 USC 1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 
49 USC 2121; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 63; 14 CFR 91 [[Page 23662]] 

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would propose amendments to require aircraft 
crewmembers to submit to tests that show the presence of alcohol, 
drugs, or drug metabolites when requested by Federal, State, or local 
law enforcement officers investigating violations of Federal, State, or 
local law. The proposed amendments are intended to reduce aircraft 
accidents and incidents attributed to the use of drugs by crewmembers. 
This rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-90-082

Agency Contact: Thomas K. Glista, Flight Standards Service, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8150

RIN: 2120-AF64
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2391.  +MOUNTAIN FLYING

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301 (7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1356; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1432; 49 USC 
1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 
to 2126; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA will initiate a rulemaking action on night flying in 
mountainous areas referred to in the implementation of the Federal 
Aviation Authorization Act of 1994. The project has been scheduled in 
accordance with established FAA rulemaking procedures. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/00/96

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-95-114R

Agency Contact: Robert Barton, Operations Branch, Flight Standards 
Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8194

RIN: 2120-AF67
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2392.  TYPE CERTIFICATION PROCEDURES FOR CHANGED PRODUCTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1341(a); 49 USC 1343(d); 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1491 to 1406; 49 
USC 1421 to 1432; 49 USC 1481; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1651(b)(2); 49 USC 
106(g); EO 11514

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 11; 14 CFR 21; 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the procedural regulations for the 
certification of changes to type certificated products. The amendments 
are needed to accommodate the trend toward fewer products that are of 
completely new design and more products with repeated changes of 
previously approved designs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AIR-95-053A. This is an 
Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee project.

Agency Contact: Lyle Davis, Office of Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9583

RIN: 2120-AF68
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2393.  +PASSENGER FACILITY CHARGES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1513; 49 USC 2206; 49 USC 2218

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 158

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to increase the amount of compensation 
that a carrier may earn for collecting and remitting a passenger 
facility charge from eight cents to ten cents. In addition, the NPRM 
proposes to clarify that monthly remittances must be received by 
airport public agencies collecting PFCs on the last day of each month. 
The NPRM also proposes to amend the regulation to reflect the statutory 
prohibition on collection of PFCs from passengers using frequent flyer 
bonus awards.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: APP-94-568P.

Agency Contact: Sheryl Scarborough, Airport Financial Assistance 
Division, Office of Airports Planning and Programming, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8825

RIN: 2120-AF69
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________


2394.  REVISED STRUCTURAL LOADS REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSPORT 
AIRPLANES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1347; 49 USC 1348; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 
1357(d)(2); 49 USC 1372; 49 USC 1421 to 140; 49 USC 1432; 49 USC 1442; 
49 USC 1443; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 1652(e); 49 USC 1655(c); 
49 USC 2657(f); 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice proposes to revise the structural loads design 
requirements of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) for transport 
category airplanes by incorporating changes developed in cooperation 
with [[Page 23663]] the Joint Aviation Authorities of Europe, and the 
U.S. and European aviation industry through the Aviation Rulemaking 
Advisory Committee. This action is necessary because differences 
between current U.S. and European requirements impose unnecessary costs 
on airplane manufacturers. These proposals are intended to achieve 
common requirements and language between the requirements of the FAR 
and the Joint Aviation Requirements without reducing the level of 
safety provided by the regulations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number ANM-93-759-A.

Agency Contact: James Haynes, Airframe and Propulsion Branch, ANM-112, 
Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-4056, 
206 227-2131

RIN: 2120-AF70



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2395. MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1352 Federal Aviation Act of 1958, Sec. 311; 
49 USC 1354 Federal Aviation Act of 1958, Sec. 313; 49 USC 1354(a) 
Federal Aviation Act of 1958, Sec. 313(a); 49 USC 1355(a) Federal 
Aviation Act of 1958, Sec. 314(a); 49 USC 1421 to 1430 Fed Aviation Act 
of 1958, Secs. 601 to 610; 49 USC 1502 Federal Aviation Act of 1958, 
Sec. 1102

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 21; 14 CFR 65; 14 CFR 107; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 
135; 14 CFR 145

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend various sections of the regulations. 
Some of the amendments are clarifying or editorial in nature or correct 
improper or obsolete references. Others relax certain existing 
requirements. Others allow issuance of special flight permits for an 
additional purpose, relax a requirement for passenger information 
signs, and eliminate the bulk erasure device on cockpit voice 
recorders. This action is in response to numerous complaints, 
suggestions, and petitions for exemption concerning several regulatory 
requirements received from users of the National Airspace System. These 
users state that these sections contain obsolete references and vague, 
complex, and inadequate language and that, in some instances, the cost 
of compliance is not justified by the benefits derived.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/03/83                    48 FR 45214
NPRM Comment Period End         12/02/83


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/03/83 (48 FR 45214)

Additional Information: Docket No. 23781. Project No. ARM-81-128R.

Agency Contact: Jean Casciano, Office of Rulemaking, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9683

RIN: 2120-AA50
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2396. AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS; CRASH-RESISTANT FUEL SYSTEMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 
49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposed changes to the airworthiness standards 
to improve the crash resistance of fuel systems on normal, utility, 
acrobatic, and commuter category airplanes. The FAA has determined that 
improved crash resistance of these fuel systems is necessary to prevent 
deaths and injuries due to fire in survivable crashes. The proposed 
design changes would limit fuel spillage near ignition sources and 
would provide additional time for the survivors to evacuate the 
airplane.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/05/85                     50 FR 8948
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/03/85
NPRM                            02/28/90                     55 FR 7280
NPRM Comment Period End         06/28/90


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/28/90 (55 FR 7280)

Additional Information: Formerly titled ``Amend part 23 To Include 
Requirements for Crash-Resistant Fuel Systems.'' Project No. ACE-82-
005R.

Agency Contact: Norman Vetter, Standards Office, Aircraft Certification 
Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
601 E. 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106, 816 426-5688

RIN: 2120-AA57
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2397. PART 95 INSTRUMENT FLIGHT RULES

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348; 49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 95

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently as 
a part of an established body of technical requirements to keep those 
requirements operationally current. Total actions expected--2500. 10/
00/93 - 04/00/95. [[Page 23664]] 

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Louis C. Cusimano, General Aviation and Commercial 
Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-8212

RIN: 2120-AA63
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2398. AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 39

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently in 
order to correct known or expected safety problems on type certificated 
products. Total actions expected--400. 10/00/93 to 04/00/95.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jack McGrath, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9580

RIN: 2120-AA64
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2399. STANDARD INSTRUMENT APPROACH PROCEDURES

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 
1510; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 97

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently as 
a part of an established body of technical requirements to keep those 
requirements operationally current. Total actions expected--2,800. 10/
00/93 - 04/00/95.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Louis C. Cusimano, General Aviation and Commercial 
Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-8212

RIN: 2120-AA65
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2400. AIRSPACE ACTIONS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348(a); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 
1522

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 71; 14 CFR 73; 14 CFR 75

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Nonsignificant regulations issued routinely and frequently as 
a part of an established body of technical requirements to keep those 
requirements operationally current. Total actions expected--240 through 
04/00/95.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard Huff, Manager, Airspace Branch, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3075

RIN: 2120-AA66
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2401. +REVISION OF MEDICAL STANDARDS AND CERTIFICATION PROCEDURES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1422; 
49 USC 1427

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 67

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice would revise the medical standards and the 
medical certification procedures of the Federal Aviation Regulations. 
This action follows the completion of a comprehensive review of the 
medical standards which was announced in previous notices. If adopted, 
these revised standards for airman medical certification and associated 
administrative procedures will better provide for safety in the 
aviation system and reflect current medical knowledge, practice, and 
terminology. This rulemaking is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/21/94                    59 FR 53226
Notice of Public Meetings       01/04/95                      60 FR 395
NPRM Comment Period End         02/21/95
Final Action                    03/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/21/94 (59 FR 53226)

Additional Information: The FAA contracted with the American Medical 
Association (AMA) on August 29, 1983, to develop a comprehensive report 
which was used by the FAA as part of its evaluation of Part 67 
standards. AMA completed a professional review of the medical standards 
for civil airmen. The FAA announced the availability of the AMA report 
in the Federal Register on May 23, 1986 (51 FR 19040). RIN 2120-AB13 
has been combined into this review. Project No. AAM-82-288R.

Agency Contact: Dennis P. McEachen, Special Projects Officer, Office of 
Aviation Medicine, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
493-4075

RIN: 2120-AA70
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2402. +AIRCRAFT FLIGHT SIMULATOR USE IN PILOT TRAINING, TESTING, 
AND CHECKING AND AT TRAINING CENTERS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301; 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1348; 
49 USC 1352; 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 
1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 
to 2125; 49 USC 106(g) [[Page 23665]] 

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 
135; 14 CFR 141; 14 CFR 142

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the pilot and flight instructor 
certification rules to include additional use of aircraft, aircraft 
flight simulators, and flight training devices for pilot training, 
testing, and checking. This notice also would propose a new part 142 
that would govern a new concept called training centers. This new 
concept will emphasize the use of flight simulators in training 
applicants for pilot certificates. This rulemaking is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest; it involves a major 
change in the way industry trains applicants.

Statement of Need: The training roles of several elements of the 
aviation community have expanded during the past 10 years. In October 
1989, an advisory committee studying matters relating to training and 
qualification recommended that the FAA standardize the use of flight 
simulators and flight training devices, provide a means to certificate 
entities called training centers, and permit the training centers to 
apply for national approval of core curriculums that could be used by 
individuals receiving training. This rulemaking project responds to 
this recommendation by including the concept of a certificated training 
center.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Secs. 601 and 602 of the Federal Aviation 
Act: section 601 empowers the Administrator to prescribe the minimum 
standards governing appliances such as simulators; section 602 empowers 
the Administrator to issue airmen certificates.

Alternatives: Since the FAA accepted the recommendations of the 
advisory committee, it will not pursue any nonregulatory options.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The total 10-year cost to implement 
part 142 is estimated to be about $1.3 million discounted. The benefits 
of this rule, however, far outweigh its costs. Most of the cost savings 
come from lowered operations costs. The estimated savings from existing 
simulator training centers training pilots will be $808 million, 
discounted over the next 10 years.

Risks: Flight simulators will expand under the changes in the simulator 
rule. The future use of simulators should reduce the need for pilot 
instructional flights and the incidence of instructional flight 
accidents. Each year many student pilots and their instructors die in 
instructional flight accidents. In the 10-year period 1983 through 
1993, the National Transportation Safety Board reported 307 fatal 
instructional accidents resulting in 553 fatalities. The FAA estimates 
the average value of such an accident equals $4.8 million. 
Instructional flight accidents are a risk that would follow in the 
absence of the simulator rule.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/11/92                    57 FR 35888
NPRM Comment Period End         12/09/92
SNPRM; Comment Period End 03/22/
93                              02/19/93                     58 FR 9514
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/11/92 (57 FR 35888)

Additional Information: This project was formerly entitled ``Aircraft 
Simulator Use in Airman Training and Certification.'' Project Number 
AFS-83-105R.
The SNPRM clarified or eliminated certain provisions found to be 
unclear or inappropriate for present consideration.

Agency Contact: Warren Robbins, Manager, Regulations Branch, Office of 
Flight Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-8150

RIN: 2120-AA83
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2403. +IMPROVED STANDARDS FOR DETERMINING REJECTED TAKEOFF AND 
LANDING PERFORMANCE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a) to 1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 
USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g); 
PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice proposed to amend parts 25, 121, and 135 of the 
Federal Aviation Regulations to add new standards for transport 
category airplanes which would provide for approval of a reduced 
takeoff decision speed (V1) methodology for takeoff on wet and 
contaminated runways. As a result of extensive review and due to the 
increasing emphasis on harmonizing certification standards with the 
Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) of Europe, the NPRM of 11/30/87 was 
withdrawn and a revised one published. This rulemaking is significant 
because of substantial public interest in both the United States and 
Europe.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/30/87                    52 FR 45578
NPRM Comment Period End         03/30/88
NPRM Withdrawn                  07/02/93                    58 FR 36116
Second NPRM                     07/08/93                    58 FR 36738
Second NPRM Comment Period End  11/05/93
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/08/93 (58 FR 36738)

Additional Information: This project was formerly entitled ``Standards 
for Approval of a Wet Runway Reduced V1 Methodology and Improved 
Takeoff and Landing Braking Performance.'' Project Number ANM-83-030R.

Agency Contact: Don Stimson, Flight Test and Systems Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056, 206 227-1129

RIN: 2120-AB17
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2404. STANDARDS FOR APPROVAL FOR HIGH-ALTITUDE OPERATION OF 
SUBSONIC TRANSPORT AIRPLANES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None [[Page 23666]] 

Abstract: This notice proposed to amend the Federal Aviation 
Regulations to specify airplane and equipment airworthiness standards 
for subsonic transport airplanes to be operated up to an altitude of 
51,000 feet. This proposal was prompted by an increase in the number of 
applications received to raise the maximum certificated operating 
altitude for transport category airplanes. This action is intended to 
ensure an acceptable level of safety for airplanes operated at high 
altitudes.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/22/89                    54 FR 48538
NPRM Comment Period End         05/21/90
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  Multiple

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/22/89 (54 FR 48538)

Additional Information: Project No. ANM-83-022R.

Agency Contact: Bob McCracken, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056, 206 227-2118

RIN: 2120-AB18
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2405. AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS; TRANSPORT CATEGORY ROTORCRAFT 
PERFORMANCE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 29

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice proposed to revise the performance requirements 
for transport category rotorcraft. The proposed changes are needed to 
define more clearly the factors for determining takeoff distances for 
transport category rotorcraft and to add several other relevant 
standards. If adopted, these changes would provide for an improved 
level of safety achievable because of recent technological advances in 
turboshaft engine design and associated rotorcraft design. The SNPRM 
proposed to add a minimum descent height of 15 feet.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/17/85                    50 FR 42126
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/06/86
NPRM                            01/08/90                      55 FR 698
NPRM Comment Period End         07/09/90
SNPRM                           06/29/94                    59 FR 33598
SNPRM Comment Period End        08/29/94
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/08/90 (55 FR 698)

Additional Information: Project No. ASW-83-006R.

Agency Contact: Thomas Archer, Regulations Group, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Southwest Region, 4400 Blue Mound Road, Fort Worth, TX 
76193, 817 222-5112

RIN: 2120-AB36
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2406. +ELIMINATION OF AIRPORT DELAYS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1302; 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1348; 49 USC 
1354(a); 49 USC 1421(a); 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 2402; 49 USC 2424; 49 USC 
106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule is designed to alleviate increased delays 
throughout the air traffic system and is considered significant because 
of its involvement with important Department of Transportation 
policies.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/20/84                    49 FR 33082
NPRM Comment Period End         09/04/84


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/20/84 (49 FR 33082)

Additional Information: Docket No. 24206.

Agency Contact: David L. Bennett, Manager, Airspace and Air Traffic Law 
Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3491

RIN: 2120-AB42
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2407. LOW FUEL QUANTITY ALERTING SYSTEM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes to require a means to alert the flight 
crew of potentially unsafe low fuel quantities. There have been several 
fuel depletion incidents involving loss of power or thrust on all 
engines that could have resulted in forced landings and injury or loss 
of life. Most of these incidents resulted from improper fuel management 
techniques. This proposed amendment would require new transport 
category airplane designs to incorporate a low fuel quantity alert 
system that would allow for correction of certain fuel management 
errors or provide the flightcrew the opportunity to make a safe landing 
prior to engine fuel starvation.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/12/87                    52 FR 17890
NPRM Comment Period End         09/09/87
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/12/87 (52 FR 17890)

Additional Information: Docket No. 25213. Project No. ANM-83-039R.

Agency Contact: Neil Schalekamp, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue 
[[Page 23667]] SW., Renton, Washington 98055-4056, 206 227-2135

RIN: 2120-AB46
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2408. AIRCRAFT ENGINES: FUEL AND INDUCTION SYSTEMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 33

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would add a new section 33.35(f) to the Federal 
Aviation Regulations which would incorporate a requirement for the fuel 
mixture and throttle controls to automatically move to a position 
allowing continued safe flight if either control becomes disconnected.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/28/86                     51 FR 7224
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/29/86
NPRM                            10/20/92                    57 FR 47934
NPRM Comment Period End         02/17/93


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/20/92 (57 FR 47934)

Additional Information: Project No. ANE-85-002R.
Former title: Engine Fuel and Induction Systems.

Agency Contact: Locke Easton, Engine and Propeller Standards Staff, 
Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, New England Region, 12 New England Executive 
Park, Burlington, MA 01803, 617 273-7088

RIN: 2120-AB76
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2409. AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS; TURBOSHAFT ENGINE ROTOR BURST 
PROTECTION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 29

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the Federal Aviation Regulations to 
minimize the failure hazards of high speed powerplant rotor systems 
used in turboshaft engines in newly designed transport category 
rotorcraft. Engine rotor failures have occurred resulting in the 
release of high energy rotor fragments or other engine component 
fragments. These fragments have impacted and damaged critical 
rotorcraft structures, systems, controls, and adjacent engines, as well 
as caused serious or fatal injuries to passengers and crewmembers. This 
proposal, if adopted, is intended to eliminate these hazards.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/17/89                    54 FR 42716
Comment Period Extended to 10/
16/90                           03/08/90                     55 FR 8474
NPRM Comment Period End         04/16/90
NPRM Comment Period Reopened to 
3/15/93                         01/14/93                     58 FR 4566
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/17/89 (54 FR 42716)

Additional Information: Formerly entitled ``Turbine Burst Protection 
for Transport Category Helicopters.'' Project No. ASW-84-002.

Agency Contact: Mike Mathias, Regulations Group, Aircraft Certification 
Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
Southwest Region, 4400 Blue Mound Road, Fort Worth, TX 76193, 817 624-
5123

RIN: 2120-AB91
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2410. +PASSENGER-CARRYING AND CARGO AIR OPERATIONS FOR COMPENSATION 
OR HIRE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 
1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 
49 USC 2121 to 2125; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 119; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 127; 14 CFR 
135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposed to amend the Federal Aviation 
Regulations to update, clarify, and consolidate into one part, new part 
119, the certification and operations specifications requirements for 
persons who conduct passenger-carrying or cargo-carrying air operations 
for compensation or hire. Significant changes included defining what 
must be included in operations specifications; defining ``scheduled'' 
and ``domestic'' operations; increasing the lead-time period for 
application for a certificate; defining a ``wet lease'' operation; 
including in the regulations criteria to determine who has operational 
control of an operation; and standardizing the requirements and 
qualifications for management personnel. This action is needed to 
establish permanent minimum safety standards following the ``sunset'' 
of the Civil Aeronautics Board on December 31, 1984, and the enactment 
of the Airline Deregulation Act of 1978. This action would also replace 
SFAR 38, as amended, which has provided interim certification and 
operations specifications regulation. This rulemaking is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/12/88                    53 FR 39852
NPRM Comment Period End         01/10/89
Comment Period Reopened To 05/
17/90                           04/17/90                    55 FR 14404
SNPRM Comment Period End 07/23/
93                              06/08/93                    58 FR 32248
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation 06/08/
93 (58 FR 32248)

Additional Information: Project No. AFS-84-190R. The FAA determined 
that the SNPRM propose a different definition for ``scheduled 
operation.''

Agency Contact: Gary Davis, Air Transportation Division, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence [[Page 23668]] Avenue SW., Washington, 
DC 20591, 202 267-3750

RIN: 2120-AC08
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2411. +FLIGHT ATTENDANT REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 
1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 
49 USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The current regulations need to be revised to account for the 
changed operational practices stemming from airline economic 
deregulation. This proposal would clarify or change the number of 
flight attendants required when passengers are on board an airplane, 
including at stops. This proposal includes two new requirements: (1) a 
revision of the reduced number of flight attendants which, under 
certain conditions, a carrier is permitted to have on board a 
passenger-carrying airplane during stops; and (2) a requirement for a 
demonstration of competency by the other authorized persons who may be 
permitted to be substituted for required flight attendants when 
passengers are on board the airplane during stops. This proposal would 
change the current rule by clarifying and specifying the training 
required to be completed by these other authorized persons. This 
rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/14/89                    54 FR 15134
NPRM Comment Period End         07/13/89
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/14/89 (54 FR 15134)

Additional Information: Project No. AFS-86-077R.

Agency Contact: Gary Davis, Air Transportation Division, Office of 
Flight Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3735

RIN: 2120-AC32
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2412. +TYPE AND NUMBER OF PASSENGER EMERGENCY EXITS REQUIRED IN 
TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice proposed to revise the current requirements for 
passenger emergency exits and to adopt two new exit types into the 
regulations. These proposals are intended to provide more consistent 
standards with respect to passenger seating allowed for each exit type, 
and the type and number of exits required for passenger seating 
configurations. This notice proposed to reduce the maximum inflation 
time of an escape slide to reflect the current state of the art. These 
proposals resulted from the Public Technical Conference on Emergency 
Evacuation of Transport Airplanes held in Seattle, Washington, on 
September 3-6, 1985. This rulemaking is considered significant because 
it involves an important cabin-safety issue.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/22/90                     55 FR 6344
NPRM Comment Period End         08/21/90
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/22/90 (55 FR 6344)

Additional Information: Project No. ANM-87-006R.

Agency Contact: Franklin Tiangsing, Regulations Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056, 206 227-2121

RIN: 2120-AC43
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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2413. +IMPROVED SURVIVAL EQUIPMENT FOR INADVERTENT WATER LANDINGS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1356; 49 USC 1357; 49 USC 1374(d); 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 
USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 USC 1502

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, June 28, 1988.
PL 100-223, Section 303, Airport and Airway Safety and Capacity 
Enhancement Act of 1987.

Abstract: This notice proposed new requirements for water survival 
equipment carried aboard airplanes and rotorcraft. The requirements 
would apply, after specified dates, to U.S.-certificate holders that 
conduct common-carriage operations with airplanes and rotorcraft. This 
proposal is in response to the Airport and Airway Safety and Capacity 
Enhancement Act of 1987 (PL 100-223) and relates to safety 
recommendations by the National Transportation Safety Board. The 
proposed requirements are intended to increase the likelihood of 
aircraft passengers surviving a crash landing in water and, thus, this 
rulemaking is significant because of the safety implications.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/30/88                    53 FR 24890
NPRM Comment Period End         11/28/88
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/30/88 (53 FR 24890)

Additional Information: Project No. AIR-85-265R.

Agency Contact: John Petrakis, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9574

RIN: 2120-AC72


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23669]]
2414. +AIR CARRIER TRAINING PROGRAMS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 
1422; 49 USC 1427; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 63; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise and upgrade the parts 121 and 135 
training, checking, certification, and qualification requirements, 
including cockpit resource management. In addition, commuter air 
carriers conducting part 135 commuter operations in airplanes that 
require two pilots would be required to meet the proposed upgraded part 
121 requirements. This action is in response to recommendations of the 
joint Government/Industry Task Force on Flight Crew Performance and is 
significant because of its safety implications.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/13/94                    59 FR 64272
NPRM Comment Period End         03/14/95
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/13/94 (49 FR 64272)

Additional Information: Project No. AFS-88-301R. Former title: ``parts 
121 and 135--Training, Checking, Certification, and Qualifications 
Requirements.''

Agency Contact: Gary Davis, Regulations Branch, Air Transportation 
Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3747

RIN: 2120-AC79
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2415. +RETROFIT OF IMPROVED SEATS IN AIR CARRIER TRANSPORT CATEGORY 
AIRPLANES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355 to 1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 
USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g); 
PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, April 28, 1988.
PL 100-223 Sec 303

Abstract: This notice proposed to require that all seats of transport 
category airplanes used in air carrier operations and transport 
category airplanes used in scheduled intrastate service comply with 
improved crashworthiness standards. The Airport and Airways Safety and 
Capacity Expansion Act of 1987 directs the Secretary of Transportation 
to initiate a rulemaking proceeding to consider requiring all seats 
onboard all air carrier aircraft to meet improved crashworthiness 
standards based upon the best available testing standards. The intended 
effect of this action is to increase passenger protection and 
survivability in survivable impact accidents. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of its safety implications and statutory 
requirements.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/17/88                    53 FR 17650
NPRM Comment Period End         10/14/88
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/17/88 (53 FR 17650)

Additional Information: Docket 25611. Project No. AIR-88-136R.

Agency Contact: Arthur Hayes, Aircraft Engineering Division, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-9937

RIN: 2120-AC84
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2416. +DRUG ENFORCEMENT ASSISTANCE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1354(c); 49 USC 1374(d); 49 
USC 1401; 49 USC 1402; 49 USC 1403; 49 USC 1404; 49 USC 1405; 49 USC 
1406; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1422; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 
49 USC 1426; ...

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 13; 14 CFR 47

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, September 18, 1989.
FAA Drug Enforcement Assistance Act of 1988.

Abstract: This notice proposed to revise certain requirements 
concerning registration of aircraft, certification of pilots, and 
penalties associated with registration and certification violations. 
This notice also announced new procedures for processing major repair 
and alteration forms which pertain to fuel system modifications. 
Actions announced in this notice respond to the FAA Drug Enforcement 
Assistance Act. The proposed requirements and adopted procedures are 
intended to assist law enforcement agencies in their efforts to stop 
drug trafficking in general aviation aircraft. This rulemaking is 
significant because of substantial and public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/12/90                     55 FR 9270
NPRM Comment Period End         05/11/90
Comment Period Extended to 07/
11/90                           05/16/90                    55 FR 20394
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/12/90 (55 FR 9270)

Additional Information: Project No. AVN-89-035R.

Agency Contact: Earl F. Mahoney, Aviation Standards National Field 
Office, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, 6500 MacArthur Boulevard, Oklahoma 
City, Oklahoma 73125, 405 680-7357

RIN: 2120-AD16
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2417. AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS: AIRCRAFT ENGINES; PROPOSAL FOR NEW 
ONE-ENGINE-INOPERATIVE RATINGS, DEFINITIONS, AND TYPE CERTIFICATION 
STANDARDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1347; 49 USC 1348; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 
1357(d)(2); 49 USC 1372; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1432; 49 USC 1442; 
49 USC 1443; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 1652(e); 49 
USC 1655(c); 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 33

Legal Deadline: None [[Page 23670]] 

Abstract: The Aerospace Industries Association of America, Inc., 
petitioned the FAA to provide new one-engine-inoperative ratings for 
rotorcraft engines and their application to rotorcraft. This notice 
responded to that petition and proposed to define and establish type 
certification standards for new one-engine-inoperative ratings for 
rotorcraft engines.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/22/89                    54 FR 39080
Notice of Public Hearing        10/13/89                    54 FR 41986
NPRM Comment Period End         03/27/90
SNPRM Comment Period End 3/24/9502/07/95                     60 FR 7380


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/22/89 (54 FR 39080)

Additional Information: Project No. ANE-85-001R.

Agency Contact: Donald F. Perrault, Engine and Propeller Directorate, 
Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 
01803, 617 273-7081

RIN: 2120-AD21
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2418. +AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS; OCCUPANT PROTECTION STANDARDS FOR 
COMMUTER CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 
49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the airworthiness standards for 
normal, utility, acrobatic, and commuter category airplanes by 
upgrading the requirements for both seat/restraint systems and for 
flammability standards for seat cushions used in commuter category 
airplanes. These amendments are needed to improve the occupant 
protection provisions for these types of airplanes. These new 
requirements would result in a level of safety commensurate with that 
provided by the seat/restraint requirements and the flammability 
standards for transport category airplanes. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/14/93                    58 FR 38028
NPRM Correction                 07/28/93                    58 FR 40389
NPRM Comment Period End         11/12/93
Reopening of Comment Period     11/04/94                    59 FR 55225


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/14/93 (58 FR 38028)

Additional Information: Project No. ACE-87-014R. This project was 
formerly entitled ``Improved Seat Safety Standards for Commuter 
Category Airplanes.''

Agency Contact: Joseph Snitkoff, Standards Office, Small Airplane 
Directorate, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 601 East 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106, 816 426-
5688

RIN: 2120-AD27
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2419. AIRPLANE ENGINE COWLING RETENTION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes to require improved cowling retention 
devices. A review of a number of inflight incidents where engine 
cowlings were lost revealed that the largest single cause of such 
losses was improper latching of the cowlings. If adopted, this proposal 
would provide additional design standards to detect improperly latched 
cowlings and ensure the integrity of the latching system.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/19/89                    54 FR 38610
NPRM Comment Period End         03/19/90
Final Action                    11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/19/89 (54 FR 38610)

Additional Information: Project No. ANM-87-004R.

Agency Contact: Mike McRae, Airframe and Propulsion Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056, 206 227-2133

RIN: 2120-AD34
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2420. +FATIGUE EVALUATION OF STRUCTURE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 
49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the fatigue requirements for damage-
tolerant structures on transport category airplanes to require full-
scale fatigue testing and to require that the thresholds for 
inspections be based on crack growth from initial flaws in the 
structure. These proposed changes are based on the service history of 
airplanes evaluated to the current damage tolerance requirements and 
are intended to ensure that, should serious fatigue damage occur within 
the operational life of the airplane, the remaining structure can 
withstand reasonable loads without failure until the damage is 
detected. This rulemaking is considered significant because of its 
safety implications and substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/19/93                    58 FR 38642
Notice; Additional Compliance 
Guidance                        10/19/93                    58 FR 53987
NPRM Comment Period End         11/16/93
Final Action                    04/00/95                [[Page 23671]] 

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/19/93 (58 FR 38642)

Additional Information: Project Number ANM-88-013R.

Agency Contact: Iven Connally, Airframe and Propulsion Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056, 206 227-2120

RIN: 2120-AD42
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2421. ALLOWABLE CARBON DIOXIDE CONCENTRATION IN TRANSPORT CATEGORY 
AIRPLANE CABINS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423 to 1425; 49 USC 1428 to 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action has been reestablished to review part 25 to 
determine if the current allowable concentration of carbon dioxide in 
the airplane cabin and flight deck is appropriate in light of standards 
established for air quality in buildings occupied by the general public 
and with workplace exposure limits adopted by other regulatory 
agencies. This rulemaking is no longer considered significant since no 
actual incremental costs are expected to be incurred as a result of 
this action.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/02/94                    59 FR 22718
NPRM Comment Period End         08/30/94
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/02/94 (59 FR 22718)

Additional Information: This project was formerly entitled ``Carbon 
Dioxide Concentration.'' Project ANM-87-017R. This entry was 
temporarily removed from the Agenda and is now reactivated to resume 
rulemaking.

Agency Contact: Bob McCracken, Flight Test and Systems Branch, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055-4056, 
206 227-2118

RIN: 2120-AD47
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2422. PROTECTIVE BREATHING EQUIPMENT; CARGO-ONLY AIRPLANES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 
1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 
USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposed to revise the Federal Aviation 
Regulations governing portable protective breathing equipment (PBE) 
required for crewmembers' use in combatting in-flight fires. This 
action addresses concerns and issues identified by the Air Transport 
Association and several operators regarding required portable PBE for 
cargo-only operations. This action also would clarify the Federal 
Aviation Regulations governing required portable PBE in passenger 
compartments. Originally this rulemaking was considered significant. 
However, because there is no substantial public interest, this 
rulemaking is no longer significant.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/29/93                    58 FR 16584
NPRM Comment Period End         05/28/93
SNPRM; Comment Period End 05/11/
94                              04/11/94                    59 FR 17166
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/11/94 (59 FR 17166)

Additional Information: Project Number AFS-90-324R.

Agency Contact: Gary Davis, Air Transportation Division, Office of 
Flight Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3747

RIN: 2120-AD74
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2423. +CREW PAIRING REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301; 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1348; 
49 USC 1352 to 1355; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1422 to 1431; 49 
USC 1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 
2121 to 2125; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would establish minimum experience levels for 
cockpit crew pairing. It proposed guidelines for initial operating 
experience and specified operating restrictions when the second in 
command has fewer than 100 hours of flight time. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/23/93                    58 FR 15730
NPRM Comment Period End         06/21/93
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/23/93 (58 FR 15730)

Additional Information: Project Number AFS-91-004R.

Agency Contact: Larry Youngblut, Regulations Branch, Flight Standards 
Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8096

RIN: 2120-AD88
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2424. +UNESCORTED ACCESS PRIVILEGE

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 1357; 49 USC 1358 
to 1421; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 107; 14 CFR 108

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, April 24, 1992.
Aviation Security Improvement Act of 1990

Abstract: This action proposed to establish regulations to implement 
criminal history records checks for air carrier and airport security 
employees. This rulemaking is considered [[Page 23672]] significant 
because of substantial congressional and public interest.

Statement of Need: In response to the December 21, 1988, destruction of 
Pan American Airways Flight 103, former President Bush established a 
Commission on Aviation Security and Terrorism to assess the overall 
effectiveness of the U.S. civil aviation security system. The 
Commission's May 15, 1990, report recommended that Congress enact 
legislation requiring a criminal history records check for airport 
employees, identify certain crimes that indicate a potential risk, and 
enable airport operators to deny employment in positions requiring 
access to security-sensitive areas. The Commission's recommendations 
formed the basis of the Aviation Security Improvement Act of 1990.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Aviation Security Improvement Act of 1990, 
Pub. L. 101-604. Section 105(a) amends section 316 of the Federal 
Aviation Act of 1958 by adding a new subsection (g) captioned ``Air 
Carrier and Airport Security Personnel.''

Alternatives: Because of the statutory mandate, the FAA does not have a 
nonregulatory option. However, in response to commenters who objected 
to imposing a background check on all individuals having access to the 
security identification display area (SIDA), the FAA issued a 
supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (Notice 92-3C) that excluded 
individuals with existing unescorted access privileges. The final rule 
will not subject current employees with unescorted access authority to 
the access investigation.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: Discounted costs over 10 years are 
expected to range from $4.3 million to $11.1 million. The FAA finds 
that air terrorist acts are exceedingly expensive; an act such as the 
destruction of Pan American Airways Flight 103 could exceed $1.3 
billion.

Risks: The FAA finds that this rulemaking will accomplish an 
appropriate balance between enhancing the effectiveness of the U.S. 
civil aviation security system and respecting the employment rights of 
individuals.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/13/92                     57 FR 5352
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
05/15/92                        03/12/92                     57 FR 8834
NPRM Comment Period End         03/16/92
Public Meetings Notice          04/09/92                    57 FR 12396
SNPRM; Comment Period End 12/17/
92                              09/18/92                    57 FR 43294
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation 09/18/
92 (57 FR 43294)

Additional Information: Project Number ACS-91-076R.

Agency Contact: Sam Brinkley, Office of Civil Aviation Security, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9834

RIN: 2120-AE14
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2425. TYPE CERTIFICATES FOR SOME SURPLUS AIRCRAFT OF THE ARMED 
FORCES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1348(c); 49 USC 1352; 49 USC 
1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 
1651(b)(2); 49 USC 106(g); EO 11514

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Following World War II, a substantial number of surplus 
military airplanes were offered for sale to the public in order to meet 
an increased demand for civilian-use aircraft not being met by the 
civil aircraft industry. The current regulation permits both type and 
airworthiness certification for surplus military aircraft based on the 
particular aircraft's safety record and condition. As military aircraft 
have become increasingly complex and sophisticated, that practice is no 
longer acceptable. This action would remove the regulations for issuing 
type certificates for these surplus aircraft and eliminate references 
to obsolete standards. Surplus military aircraft would still be 
certificated in the normal, utility, acrobatic, commuter, transport, 
and restricted categories upon compliance with the applicable 
regulations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/21/94                    59 FR 19114
NPRM Comment Period End         06/20/94
NPRM Comment Period Reopened; 
Comment Period End 08/26/94     07/07/94                    59 FR 34779
Interim Final Rule              12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/21/94 (59 FR 19114)

Additional Information: Project Number AIR-91-354R.

Agency Contact: George Kaseote, Policy and Procedures Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-8541

RIN: 2120-AE41
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2426. +AGING AIRCRAFT SAFETY

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301; 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1348; 
49 USC 1352 to 1355; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 1471; 49 
USC 1472; 49 USC 1501; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 to 2125; 
49 USC 106(g); EO 11514

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 39; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 
129; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, April 24, 1992.
Aging Aircraft Safety Act of 1991; action must be initiated by 04/24/
92.

Abstract: This action would require air carriers of certain aircraft 
used in air transportation to demonstrate that the aircraft's 
maintenance has been adequate to ensure the highest degree of safety. 
This action would require air carriers of 15-year-old or older aircraft 
with a maximum certificated takeoff weight of 75,000 pounds or more to 
demonstrate that certain specified maintenance actions have been 
performed and to make the aircraft available to the Administrator of 
the FAA for inspection. This rulemaking is considered significant 
because of substantial public and congressional interest. 
[[Page 23673]] 

Statement of Need: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans to 
require operators of 15-year-old or older aircraft, used in air 
transportation, to verify that all aging aircraft requirements have 
been met at each heavy maintenance check. The FAA has also proposed a 
framework for operational limits for aircraft, should such limits be 
necessary in the future. It has been recognized for many years that as 
aircraft get older they require increased attention and maintenance. 
However, the Aloha Airlines accident of April 28, 1988, which involved 
a structural failure on a relatively old and heavily used aircraft, 
shocked the Federal Aviation Administration, the aviation industry, and 
the traveling public. The accident challenged the soundness of a number 
of assumptions that had guided regulatory policy on aircraft age, 
structures, inspections, and maintenance. Subsequent to this accident, 
the Congress directed the FAA to initiate a rulemaking proceeding for 
the purpose of issuing a rule to assure the continuing airworthiness of 
aging aircraft.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Aging Aircraft Safety Act of 1991, Public 
Law 102-143, Oct. 28, 1991 Title IV.

Alternatives: Because of the statutory mandate, the FAA does not have a 
nonregulatory option.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The only direct costs of the proposed 
rule would result from the requirements that operators (1) notify the 
FAA at least 30 days prior to an airplane's scheduled heavy maintenance 
check, and (2) make a maintenance record entry which verifies that the 
airplane is in compliance with all aging-aircraft-related maintenance 
program requirements. The FAA estimates that the present-value, 10-year 
cost of these two activities would equal $828,000. By comparison, a 
single recent fatigue and corrosion related accident resulted in an 
economic loss to society of $16.7 million.
The expected benefit of the proposed rule is a reduction in the risk of 
accidents related to fatigue and corrosion that might otherwise occur. 
This benefit would result from the requirement that operators review 
their records and verify through a maintenance record entry that their 
aging airplanes are in full compliance with maintenance program 
requirements. The FAA holds that the potential benefits of this 
proposed rule would exceed the expected costs.

Risks: The U.S. fleet continues to age and recent accident history may 
not be representative of future conditions or of future exposure to 
such conditions. The FAA cannot assess the exact proportion or severity 
of potential accidents that would be averted by issuance of this 
proposed rule. It is the FAA's position that the requirements for 
operator demonstration of maintenance program compliance would result 
in more consistent conduct of necessary maintenance and in an 
associated increase in overall safety.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/05/93                    58 FR 51944
NPRM Comment Period End         02/02/94
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
03/04/94                        02/08/94                     59 FR 5741
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation 10/05/
93 (58 FR 51944)

Additional Information: Project Number AFS-92-029R.

Agency Contact: Frederick Sobeck, Aircraft Maintenance Division, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-7355

RIN: 2120-AE42
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2427. AMEND PART 34: FUEL VENTING AND EXHAUST EMISSION REQUIREMENTS 
FOR TURBINE ENGINE-POWERED AIRPLANES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1857(f); 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1348(c); 49 USC 
1354(a); 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1423

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 34; 14 CFR 89

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend part 34 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations to make corrections to sections 34.71 and 34.89 which were 
published incorrectly.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/13/94                    59 FR 17640
NPRM Comment Period End         06/13/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/13/94 (59 FR 17640)

Additional Information: Project No.: AEE-92-266R.

Agency Contact: Laurie Fisher, Policy and Regulatory Division, Office 
of Environment and Energy, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20591, 202 267-3561

RIN: 2120-AE55
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2428. JAR/FAR HARMONIZATION INITIATIVES--SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(c); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 
49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA established an aviation rulemaking advisory committee 
(56 FR 20492, May 3, 1991), to provide advice and recommendations to 
the FAA on the full range of aviation-related issues. The committee has 
been tasked to provide advice and recommendations to the Director, 
Aircraft Certification Service, regarding the airworthiness standards 
for standard and commuter category airplanes and engines in part 23 of 
the Federal Aviation Regulations. Upon further evaluation, the FAA 
considers this rulemaking effort nonsignificant. The proposed revisions 
would simply reduce the regulatory burden on U.S. and European airplane 
manufacturers by relieving them of the need to show compliance with 
different standards each time they seek certification approval of an 
airplane in a different country.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/22/94    59 FR 37620 [[Page 23674]] 
NPRM Comment Period End         11/21/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/22/94 (59 FR 37620)

Additional Information: Project No.: ACE-94-288A.

Agency Contact: John Colomy, Aircraft Certification Service, Small 
Planes Directorate, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 601 East 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106, 816 426-
6930

RIN: 2120-AE59
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2429. JAR/FAR HARMONIZATION INITIATIVES--PROPULSION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 
49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA established an aviation rulemaking advisory committee 
(56 FR 20492, May 3, 1991), to provide advice and recommendations to 
the FAA on the full range of aviation-related issues. The committee has 
been tasked to provide advice and recommendations to the Director, 
Aircraft Certification Service, regarding the Airworthiness standards 
for standard and commuter category airplanes and engines in part 23 of 
the Federal Aviation Regulations. Upon further evaluation, the FAA 
considers this rulemaking effort nonsignificant. The proposed revisions 
would simply reduce the regulatory burden on U.S. and European airplane 
manufacturers by relieving them of the need to show compliance with 
different standards each time they seek certification approval of an 
airplane in a different country.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/30/94                    59 FR 33822
NPRM Comment Period End         10/28/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/30/94 (59 FR 33822)

Additional Information: Project No.: ACE-94-287A.

Agency Contact: John Colomy, Aircraft Certification Service, Small 
Planes Directorate, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 601 East 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106, 816 426-
6930

RIN: 2120-AE60
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2430. JAR/FAR HARMONIZATION INITIATIVES--FLIGHT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 134; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 
49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 49 USC 
106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA established an aviation rulemaking advisory committee 
(56 FR 20492, May 3, 1991), to provide advice and recommendations to 
the FAA on the full range of aviation-related issues. The committee has 
been tasked to provide advice and recommendations to the Director, 
Aircraft Certification Service, regarding the airworthiness standards 
for standard and commuter category airplanes and engines in part 23 of 
the Federal Aviation Regulations. Upon further evaluation, the FAA 
considers this rulemaking effort nonsignificant. The proposed revisions 
would simply reduce the regulatory burden on U.S. and European airplane 
manufacturers by relieving them of the need to show compliance with 
different standards each time they seek certification approval of an 
airplane in a different country.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/25/94                    59 FR 37878
NPRM Comment Period End         11/22/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/25/94 (59 FR 37878)

Additional Information: Project No.: ACE-94-286A.

Agency Contact: John Colomy, Aircraft Certification Service, Small 
Planes Directorate, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 601 East 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106, 816 426-
6930

RIN: 2120-AE61
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2431. JAR/FAR HARMONIZATION INITIATIVES--AIRFRAME

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 
49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA established an aviation rulemaking advisory committee 
(56 FR 20492, May 3, 1991), to provide advice and recommendations to 
the FAA on the full range of aviation-related issues. The committee has 
been tasked to provide advice and recommendations to the Director, 
Aircraft Certification Service, regarding the airworthiness standards 
for standard and commuter category airplanes and engines in part 23 of 
the Federal Aviation Regulations. Upon further evaluation, the FAA 
considers this rulemaking effort nonsignificant. The proposed revisions 
would simply reduce the regulatory burden on U.S. and European airplane 
manufacturers by relieving them of the need to show compliance with 
different standards each time they seek certification approval of an 
airplane in a different country.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/08/94                    59 FR 35196
NPRM Comment Period End         11/07/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/08/94 (59 FR 35196)

Additional Information: Project Number: ACE-94-285A.

Agency Contact: John Colomy, Aircraft Certification Service, Small 
Planes Directorate, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
[[Page 23675]] Administration, 601 East 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 
64106, 816 426-6930

RIN: 2120-AE62
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2432. COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS: REMOVAL OF FEE PROVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1341(c); 49 USC 1346; 49 USC 1348(b); 49 USC 
1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 31 USC 483(a)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 189

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would modify part 189 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations to remove the outdated fee provision. Due to enhanced 
commercial communications, FAA has determined that the need to accept 
(and charge fees for) messages addressing such topics as lost baggage, 
hotel reservations, crew assignments, and other commercial matters no 
longer exists. The proposed change is not intended to affect FAA's 
transmissions relating to flight safety, flight plans, and weather.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/09/94                    59 FR 29934
NPRM Correction                 08/02/94                    59 FR 39395
NPRM Comment Period End         09/07/94
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/09/94 (59 FR 29934)

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-92-292R.

Agency Contact: Ellen Crum, Air Traffic Rules and Procedure Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9859

RIN: 2120-AE68
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2433. +AIRCRAFT GROUND DEICING AND ANTI-ICING PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421 to 1422; 49 
USC 1427; 49 USC 106(g); PL 97-449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed amendment would establish a requirement for 
part 121 certificate holders to develop an FAA-approved ground deicing/
anti-icing program and to comply with that program any time conditions 
are such that frost, ice, or snow could adhere to the aircraft's wings, 
control surfaces, or propellers. This action is necessary because 
several accidents and the recent International Conference on Airplane 
Ground Deicing indicate that, under present procedures, the pilot in 
command may be unable to effectively determine whether critical 
airplane components are free of all frost, ice, or snow prior to 
attempting a takeoff. The proposal is intended to provide an added 
level of safety to flight operations in adverse weather conditions, and 
is considered significant because of its safety implications.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/23/92                    57 FR 32846
NPRM Comment Period End         08/07/92
Interim Final Rule              09/29/92                    57 FR 44924
Interim Final Rule Effective    11/01/92
Interim Final Rule Correction   11/09/92                    57 FR 53385
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/15/93
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/29/92 (57 FR 44924)

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-92-280-R.
A proposed advisory circular providing guidance on the program elements 
that should be included in an air carrier's approved ground deicing and 
anti-icing program was published September 29, 1992, requesting 
comments (57 FR 44944).
Various documents of this proceeding were erroneously published under 
RIN 2120-AE51.

Agency Contact: Larry Youngblut, Regulations Branch, Flight Standards 
Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3755

RIN: 2120-AE70
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2434. FEES FOR CERTIFICATION SERVICES PERFORMED OUTSIDE THE UNITED 
STATES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1341; 49 USC 1343; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1346; 
49 USC 1348; 49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1355; 31 USC 483(a)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 187

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the existing fee schedule appearing 
in part 187 for certification of airmen and air agencies performed 
outside the U.S., e.g., certification of pilots, flight engineers, and 
mechanics. This action intends to provide fees for all activities 
authorized by statute and to estimate fees that permit full recovery of 
the Federal Aviation Administration's costs.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/30/94                    59 FR 33832
NPRM Comment Period End         08/01/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/30/94 (59 FR 33832)

Additional Information: Project No.: AFS-92-262R. This action was 
previously titled Part 187--Fees.

Agency Contact: Emily White, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3651

RIN: 2120-AE72
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2435. +CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1354(c); 49 USC 1374(d); 49 
USC 1401 to 1406; 49 USC 1421 to 1432; 49 USC 1471 to 1473; 49 USC 
1481; 49 USC 1482; 49 USC 1484 to 1489; 49 USC 1523; 49 USC 1655(c); 49 
USC 1808 to 1810; 49 USC 2157(e); 49 USC 2157(f); 49 USC 2216; ...

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the procedures for the assessment of 
civil [[Page 23676]] penalties for violations of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations and other provisions. The procedures proposed would 
implement the requirements of the FAA Civil Penalty Administrative 
Assessment Act of 1992, as they modify the procedures for adjudicating 
a civil penalty against a person acting in the capacity of a pilot, 
flight engineer, mechanic, or repairman. This action is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/05/94                    59 FR 40192
NPRM Comment Period End         10/04/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/05/94 (59 FR 40192)

Additional Information: Project Number: AGC-93-076R

Agency Contact: Mardi Ruth Thompson, Regulations Division, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3073

RIN: 2120-AE84
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2436. ACCELERATED STALLS IN COMMUTER CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would eliminate the certification requirement to 
demonstrate an accelerated entry stall for commuter category airplanes. 
Such aircraft typically have high power-to-weight ratios that require 
the airplane to achieve extremely high angles of attack (excessive 
nose-high attitudes) during stall demonstrations. Recovery from 
accelerated entry stalls is less certain for airplanes that attain 
these extreme nose-high angles. The proposed change would remove a 
potential hazard during flight demonstrations required for type 
certification without compromising passenger safety. Originally this 
rulemaking was considered significant. However, since there is no 
substantial public interest or cost, this rulemaking is no longer 
considered significant.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/07/93                    58 FR 32034
NPRM Comment Period End         09/07/93


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/07/93 (58 FR 32034)

Additional Information: Project No. ACE-92-683A.

Agency Contact: J. Lowell Foster, Small Airplane Directorate, ACE-112, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 601 East 
Twelfth Street, Room 1544, Kansas City, MO 64106, 816 426-5688

RIN: 2120-AE86
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2437. MANNED FREE BALLOONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1423

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 31

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the test requirements for burners 
used on manned free balloons. The current test requirements do not test 
the burner's most critical operating conditions. This amendment reduces 
the costs to balloon manufacturers seeking certification, and increases 
the current level of safety by requiring more realistic tests.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/07/93                    58 FR 64450
NPRM Comment Period End         02/07/94
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/07/93 (58 FR 64450)

Additional Information: Project Number: ACE-92-021R

Agency Contact: J. Lowell Foster, Central Region Headquarters, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 601 East 
12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106, 816 426-5688

RIN: 2120-AE87
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2438. OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN NORMAL AND TRANSPORT CATEGORY 
ROTORCRAFT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421 
to 1426; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 27; 14 CFR 29

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) established an 
aviation rulemaking advisory committee (56 FR 20492, May 3, 1991) to 
provide advice and recommendations to the FAA on the full range of 
aviation-related issues. The committee has been tasked to provide 
advice and recommendations to the Director, Aircraft Certification 
Service, regarding the airworthiness standards for occupant protection 
in normal and transport category rotorcraft in parts 27 and 29 of the 
Federal Aviation Regulations. Any rulemaking action will depend on the 
committee's report. Proposed occupant protection requirements would 
eliminate the unnecessary cost burden that would be imposed by separate 
European and U.S. standards. The proposed standard is harmonized with 
the European Joint Airworthiness Authority. While it was being worked 
through the advisory committee, final wording was developed which is 
noncontroversial. Therefore, this project is no longer considered 
significant.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/11/94                    59 FR 17156
NPRM Comment Period End         07/11/94
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/11/94 (59 FR 17156)

Additional Information: Project Number: ASW-93-771A

Agency Contact: James H. Major, Regulations Group, ASW-111, Rotorcraft 
Directorate, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
[[Page 23677]] Administration, Southwest Region, Fort Worth, TX 76193-
0111, 817 624-5117

RIN: 2120-AE88
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2439. HOLIDAY GIVE-BACK SLOTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1302; 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1348; 49 USC 
1354(a); 49 USC 1421(a); 49 USC 2451 et seq; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the use-or-lose provisions in section 
93.227 to exempt certain holidays from the use-or-lose requirements for 
air carrier and commuter slot holders.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/28/94                    59 FR 38508
NPRM Comment Period End         09/26/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/28/94 (59 FR 38508)

Additional Information: Project Number: AGC-93-464R

Agency Contact: Lorelei Dinges, Regulations Division, Office of the 
Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3491

RIN: 2120-AE94
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2440. CHARLOTTE, NC, CLASS B AIRSPACE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348(a); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 
106(g); EO 10854

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would alter the Charlotte Terminal Control Area 
(TCA) by maintaining the upper limit of the TCA at 10,000 feet mean sea 
level and redefining several existing subareas to improve the 
capability of the air traffic control system to separate aircraft in 
the terminal airspace around the Charlotte/Douglas International 
Airport.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/02/94                    59 FR 10040
NPRM Comment Period End         05/02/94
NPRM Correction; Comment Period 
Extended to 06/02/94            05/12/94                    59 FR 24673
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/02/94 (59 FR 10040)

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-93-399T

Agency Contact: Lewis Still, Air Traffic Rules Branch, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9250

RIN: 2120-AF02
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2441. +TRAINING AND CHECKING IN GROUND ICING CONDITIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355(a); 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 
49 USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed amendment would require parts 125 and 135 
certificate holders to provide pilot training or testing in ground 
deicing/anti-icing procedures and to check the airplane for 
contamination by frost, ice, or snow during ground icing conditions. 
The proposal is intended to provide an added level of safety to flight 
operations in adverse weather conditions under parts 125 and 135. This 
rulemaking is significant because it affects a substantial portion of 
the aviation industry.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/21/93                    58 FR 49164
NPRM Comment Period End         10/06/93
Interim Final Rule              12/30/93                    58 FR 69620
Advisory Circular Published     12/30/93                    58 FR 69631
Interim Final Rule - Effective 
Date                            01/31/94                    58 FR 69620
Interim Final Rule Comments Due 04/15/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation 12/30/
93 (58 FR 69620)

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-459R

Agency Contact: Larry Youngblut, Flight Standards Service, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3755

RIN: 2120-AF09
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2442. EXTENDED OVERWATER OPERATIONS WITH A SINGLE HIGH-FREQUENCY 
COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (HF) AND A SINGLE LONG-RANGE NAVIGATION SYSTEM 
(LRNS)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355(a); 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 
49 USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the Federal Aviation Regulations for 
certain overwater operations for air carriers, commercial operators, 
and general aviation operators of large and turbine-powered multiengine 
airplanes. This action would authorize air carriers and commercial 
operators to use a single high-frequency communication system (HF) and 
a single LRNS for extended overwater routes detailed in their operation 
specifications. This proposal is needed to give the FAA greater 
flexibility in responding to advances in aviation technology and 
changes in the operational environment and to allow operators to 
conduct extended overwater operations without carrying unnecessary 
communication and navigation equipment.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/05/93                    58 FR 51938
NPRM Comment Period End         10/20/93
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/05/93 (58 FR 51938) [[Page 23678]] 

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-130R

Agency Contact: Dan Meier, Project Development Branch, Air 
Transportation Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3749

RIN: 2120-AF12
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2443. LOS ANGELES, CA, CLASS B AIRSPACE

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348(a); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 
106(g); EO 10854

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposed to alter the Los Angeles, CA, Class B 
airspace area. This action would lower certain ceilings while raising 
others to provide more visual flight rules altitudes to circumnavigate 
the Los Angeles Class B airspace and to provide for better containment 
of arrival turbojets. This action is intended to improve safety while 
providing the most efficient use of the terminal airspace.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/22/94                    59 FR 60244
NPRM Comment Period End         01/23/95
Final Action                    03/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/22/94 (59 FR 60244)

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-94-035T RIN number 2120-
AF38 was inadvertently used when this rulemaking was published in the 
Federal Register on November 22, 1994. The correct RIN number is 2120-
AF16.

Agency Contact: Norman W. Thomas, Airspace and Obstruction Evaluation 
Branch, Air Traffic Rules and Procedures Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9250

RIN: 2120-AF16
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2444. MINIMUM ALTITUDES FOR THE USE OF AN AUTOPILOT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 
1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 
USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will propose to amend regulations governing the 
use of approved flight control guidance systems with automatic 
capability (autopilot). The current regulations prohibit the use of an 
autopilot at altitudes less than 500 feet above ground level during the 
takeoff and initial climb phases of flight. The FAA proposes to amend 
the regulations to permit air carriers to take advantage of 
technological improvements in the capabilities of autopilot systems and 
thus enhance safety by decreasing pilot workload during the critical 
takeoff phase of flight.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/09/94                    59 FR 63868
NPRM Comment Period End         01/09/95
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/09/94 (59 FR 63868)

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-92-608R

Agency Contact: Richard A. Temple, Technical Programs Division, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-5824

RIN: 2120-AF19
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2445. REVISION OF CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: MECHANICS AND 
REPAIRMEN

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 
1422; 49 USC 1427; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 65; 14 CFR 66

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the Federal Aviation Regulations 
that prescribe the certification and training requirements for 
mechanics and repairmen. Current regulations prescribing these 
certification requirements do not reflect the significant technological 
advances that have occurred in the aviation industry and the 
enhancements in training and instructional methods that have affected 
all aviation maintenance personnel. The proposed rule would consolidate 
and clarify 11 certification, training, experience, and currency 
requirements for aviation maintenance personnel in a newly established 
Part 66. The proposal would enhance aviation safety by establishing new 
training programs for aviation maintenance personnel and would decrease 
the regulatory burden on these personnel by providing alternatives for 
meeting experience and currency requirements.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/17/94                    59 FR 42430
NPRM Comment Period End         10/17/94
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/17/94 (59 FR 42430)

Additional Information: Project No. AFS-94-169A.

Agency Contact: Leslie Vipond, Aircraft Maintenance Service, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3269

RIN: 2120-AF22
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2446. REVISION OF CERTAIN FLIGHT AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS TO 
HARMONIZE WITH EUROPEAN AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS FOR TRANSPORT CATEGORY 
AIRPLANES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 
1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None [[Page 23679]] 

Abstract: The Federal Aviation Administration proposes to amend part 25 
of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) to harmonize certain flight 
requirements with standards proposed for the European Joint Aviation 
Requirements (JAR)-25. This action responds to a petition from the 
Aerospace Industries Association of America, Inc., and the Association 
Europeenne des Constructeurs de Material Aerospatial. These changes are 
intended to benefit the public interest by standardizing certain 
requirements, concepts, and procedures contained in the airworthiness 
standards of the FAR and JAR.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/22/94                    59 FR 19296
NPRM Comment Period End         07/21/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/22/94 (59 FR 19296)

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-92-761A

Agency Contact: Donald K. Stimson, Flight Test and Systems Branch, ANM-
111, Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 
98055-4056, 206 227-1320

RIN: 2120-AF25
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2447. REVISED DISCRETE GUST LOAD DESIGN REQUIREMENT; TRANSPORT 
CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1347; 49 USC 1348; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 
1357(d)(2); 49 USC 1372; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 1432; 49 USC 1442; 
49 USC 143; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 1652(e); 49 
USC 1655(c); 49 USC 106(g); ...

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the gust load design requirements of 
the Federal Aviation Regulations. The proposed changes would: (1) 
replace the current discrete gust requirement with a new requirement 
for a discrete tuned gust; (2) modify the method of establishing the 
design airspeed for maximum gust intensity; and, (3) provide for an 
operational rough air speed. These changes are proposed in order to 
provide a more rational basis to account for the aerodynamic and 
structural dynamic characteristics of the airplane. These proposed 
changes would also provide for harmonization of the discrete gust 
requirements with the Joint Aviation Requirements of Europe as recently 
amended.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/16/94                    59 FR 47756
NPRM Comment Period End         12/15/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-94-108A

Agency Contact: James R. Haynes, Airframe and Propulsion Branch, ANM-
112, Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 
98055-4056, 206 227-2112

RIN: 2120-AF27
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2448. ADVANCED SIMULATION PLAN REVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301; 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1348; 
49 USC 1352 to 1355; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1422 to 1431; 49 
USC 1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 
2121 to 2125; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would revise certain requirements of the 
Advanced Simulation Plan for air carriers to allow certain initial 
training for second-in-command pilots to be conducted in simulators; to 
redefine some of the experience and training required for an upgrade 
from second-in-command to pilot-in-command; and to remove the current 
1-year employment requirement for instructor and check airmen used in 
advanced simulation training programs.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/14/95                     60 FR 8490
NPRM Comment Period End         03/16/95


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-94-005R. Correction to rule 
published 03/09/95 60 FR 13008.

Agency Contact: Gary Davis, Regulations Branch, Flight Standards 
Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8096

RIN: 2120-AF29
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2449. +SUSPENSION OF CERTAIN AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS FROM THE 
TRANSPONDER WITH AUTOMATIC PRESSURE ALTITUDE REPORTING CAPABILITY 
REQUIREMENT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1356; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1432; 49 USC 
1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2120 
to 2126; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would extend and modify SFAR 62, issued December 
5, 1990, which suspends the Mode C transponder requirement for 
operations to and from certain specific airports located within 30 
miles of a Class B airspace primary airport. The operations and 
routings approved under SFAR 6 include routes within 2 nautical miles 
of the specified airports and at altitudes that were not excluded from 
the Mode C transponder requirement. Airports that are served primarily 
by aircraft required to install Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance 
Systems are not included in this exception. This rulemaking was 
accomplished in 1990 because the scheduled radar system upgrades, 
required to provide Mode C transponder coverage, have not been placed 
into full service in all Class B sites. The present action would extend 
the current exclusions to those airports that have not received the 
improved [[Page 23680]] radar coverage, and amend the exclusions 
provided airports that have received improved radar coverage through 
operational verification of the new radar systems.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/25/94                    59 FR 43994
NPRM Correction                 09/14/94                    59 FR 47210
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
11/25/94                        09/28/94                    59 FR 49360
NPRM Comment Period End         10/11/94
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/25/94 (59 FR 43994)

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-93-474R. As this action 
merely involves extension of a suspension of a requirement, it is not a 
rulemaking requiring OMB review in the context of EO 12866. However, it 
is significant under DOT's regulatory policies and procedures.

Agency Contact: Aaron Boxer, Air Traffic Branch, TCP-230, Airspace 
Rules and Aeronautical Info. Div., Department of Transportation, 
Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9241

RIN: 2120-AF30
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2450. NOTIFICATION TO ATC OF DEVIATIONS FROM ATC CLEARANCE AND 
INSTRUCTIONS IN RESPONSE TO TRAFFIC ALERT AND COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM 
RESOLUTION ADVISORIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1348; 49 USC 1352 to 
1356; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 
49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 to 2126; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would codify authority previously granted to 
pilots in command during the initial testing of TCAS to deviate from an 
air traffic control clearance or instruction in non-emergency 
situations in response to a traffic alert and collision avoidance 
system (TCAS) resolution advisory (RA). The FAA has consistently 
encouraged pilots to comply with TCAS RAs. The language contained in 
current regulations suggests that deviation from an ATC clearance is 
only authorized in an emergency situation. This rulemaking action 
proposed to add the TCAS RA as a reason to deviate from a clearance, 
and would require that whenever a pilot deviates from an ATC clearance 
or instruction, ATC would be advised as soon as possible.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/29/94                    59 FR 22142
NPRM Comment Period End         05/31/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/29/94 (59 FR 22142)

Agency Contact: Ellen Crum, Air Traffic Branch, ATP-230, Airspace Rules 
and Aeronautical Info. Div., Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., 202 267-9859

RIN: 2120-AF35
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2451. STREAMLINED ENFORCEMENT PROCESS TEST PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a) to 1354; 49 USC 1374(d); 49 USC 1401 
to 1406; 49 USC 1421 to 1432; 49 USC 1481; 49 USC 1482; 49 USC 1484 to 
1489; 49 USC 1523; 49 USC 1655(c); 49 USC 1808 to 1810; 49 USC 2157(e) 
to 2157(f); 49 USC 2218; 49 USC 2219; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 322

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action revised part 13 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations to establish a program to test streamlined procedures for 
assessing civil penalties. These changes are intended to streamline the 
enforcement process by notifying individuals of certain violations and 
processing these actions within reduced time frames. They delegate 
authority to program office managers to initiate enforcement actions 
and reduce the documents associated with the processing of legal 
enforcement actions. The test procedures apply only to certain cases 
against individuals that appear to be simple and factually 
straightforward. This project is the result of a recommendation of the 
Vice President's National Performance Review, and is effective 08/26/94 
through 08/26/96.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Test and Evaluation Program 
Established, Comment Period Ends 
10/25/94                        08/26/94                    59 FR 44266
Test and Evaluation Correction  09/09/94                    59 FR 46533


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project No: AGC-94-319R

Agency Contact: Brian Reed, Enforcement Division, AGC-320, Office of 
Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20581, 202 
267-5998

RIN: 2120-AF36
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2452. POWERPLANT INSTRUMENTS; FUEL PRESSURE INDICATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 
49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the certification requirement for 
fuel pressure indicators on pump-fed engines to permit other regulatory 
alternatives to warn pilots of imminent fuel pressure loss. A fuel 
pressure indicator is not the only means currently available in the 
marketplace to warn the pilot of a fuel pump failure. The proposed 
change would allow manufacturers to utilize new technology to improve 
operation, economy, and engine life.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/28/94                    59 FR 67114
NPRM Comment Period End         02/27/95


Next Action Undetermined [[Page 23681]] 

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/28/94 (59 FR 67114)

Additional Information: Project No: ACE-94-266A This is a 
recommendation of the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee, received 
February 15, 1994; accepted March 8, 1994.

Agency Contact: J. Lowell Foster, Standards Office, ACE-112, Airplane 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 601 East 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106, 816 426-
5688

RIN: 2120-AF41
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2453. +PROCEDURES FOR COMPLAINTS INVOLVING FEDERALLY-ASSISTED 
AIRPORTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a) to 1354(c); 49 USC 1374(d); 49 USC 
1401 to 1406; 49 USC 1421 to 1432; 49 USC 1471 to 1473; 49 USC 1481 to 
1483; 49 USC 1484 to 1489; 49 USC 1523; 49 USC 1655(c); 49 USC 1808 to 
1810; 49 USC 2157(e) to 2157(f); 49 USC 2216; 49 USC 2218; 49 USC 2219; 
49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 13; 14 CFR 16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would establish rules of practice for the filing 
of complaints and adjudication of compliance matters involving 
federally assisted airports. This action is intended to expedite 
substantially the handling and disposition of airport-related 
complaints, and to provide an efficient process for the agency to 
resolve disputes between air carriers and airport proprietors regarding 
whether airport fees and charges comply with Federal requirements. This 
rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/09/94                    59 FR 29880
Proposed Policy Notice          06/09/94                    59 FR 29874
NPRM Comment Period End         08/08/94
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
09/15/94                        08/10/94                    59 FR 41192
Proposed Policy Comment Period 
Extended to 09/15/94            08/10/94                    59 FR 41194
NPRM Partial Withdrawal and 
Comment Period Extended         09/16/94                    59 FR 47568
Proposed Policy Notice Comment 
Period Extended                 09/16/94                    59 FR 47668
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 12/01/94
Proposed Policy Notice Comment 
Period End                      12/01/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/09/94 (59 FR 29880)

Additional Information: A notice of public meeting was published June 
29, 1994 (59 FR 33567), in connection with the proposed policy notice. 
Intent to issue a supplemental notice was published September 16, 1994 
(59 FR 47668). The NPRM-proposed special procedures for handling of 
airport fee complaints (subpart J) were withdrawn and will be handled 
in separate rulemaking under a new RIN.

Agency Contact: Barry Molar, Airport Law Branch, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3473

RIN: 2120-AF43
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2454. SENSITIVE SECURITY INFORMATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354; 49 USC 1356 to 1358; 49 USC 1358(a); 49 
USC 1358(b); 49 USC 1358(c); 49 USC 1358(d); 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 
106(g); 49 USC 322

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 107 to 109; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 191

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA proposes to strengthen the rules protecting 
information from release to unauthorized persons. This proposed rule 
would specify all sensitive security information that must be protected 
and would require air carriers, airport operators, indirect air 
carriers, foreign air carriers, and individuals to be responsible for 
protecting it from disclosure to unauthorized persons.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/06/94                    59 FR 62956
NPRM Comment Period End         02/06/95
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/06/94 (59 FR 62956)

Additional Information: Project No.: ACS-94-221R

Agency Contact: Eugene Cunningham, Office of Aviation Security Policy 
and Planning, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-8701

RIN: 2120-AF49
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2455.  DIRECT FINAL RULEMAKING PROCEDURE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1341(a)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice responds to the President's Executive Order on 
Regulatory Planning and Review, the Vice President's National 
Performance Review, and the Administration's Civil Aviation Initiative. 
It proposes to implement a new and more efficient procedure for 
adopting non-controversial or consensual rules. This ``direct final 
rulemaking'' procedure involves issuing a rule with a statement that 
the FAA anticipates no public comment. If the FAA receives no adverse 
or negative comment, or notice of intent to file such a comment within 
a specified time period, the the rule will become effective on a 
designated date. If the FAA does receive such a comment or notice of 
intent, a notice of withdrawal of the direct final rule will be 
published in the Federal Register, and a notice of proposed rulemaking 
will be published with a new comment period. This new procedure is 
expected to reduce significantly the time needed to publish routine or 
non-controversial final rules. [[Page 23682]] 

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/04/94                    59 FR 50676


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/04/94 (59 FR 50676)

Agency Contact: Donald P. Byrne, Assistant Chief Counsel for 
Regulations, Office of the Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3073

RIN: 2120-AF55
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________


2456.  ROTORCRAFT REGULATORY CHANGES BASED ON EUROPEAN 
JOINT AIRWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS PROPOSALS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 
49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 27; 14 CFR 29

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes changes to the type certification 
requirements for both normal and transport category aircraft. These 
changes are based on standards that are being incorporated by the 
European Joint Aviation Authorities for the Joint Aviation Requirements 
(JAR) 27 and 29. These proposed changes are intended to harmonize the 
Federal Aviation Regulations rotorcraft type certification requirements 
and the European JAR.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/28/94                    59 FR 67068
NPRM Comment Period End         03/28/95
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/28/94 (59 FR 67068)

Additional Information: Project Number: ASW-94-536A. RIN Number 2120-
AC27 was inadvertently used when this rulemaking was published in the 
Federal Register on December 28, l994. The correct RIN Number is 2120-
AF65.

Agency Contact: Carroll Wright, Rotorcraft Directorate, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76193-0111, 817 222-
5120

RIN: 2120-AF65



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2457. IMPROVED FLAMMABILITY STANDARDS FOR MATERIALS USED IN THE 
INTERIORS OF TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANE CABINS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1344; 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 
1356; 49 USC 1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1423; 49 USC 1424; 
49 USC 1425; 49 USC 1428; 49 USC 1429; 49 USC 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 
106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will clarify the recently adopted standards 
concerning the flammability of components used in the cabins of certain 
transport category airplanes. These clarifications will be applicable 
to air carriers, air taxi operators and commercial operators, as well 
as manufacturers of such airplanes.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/12/90                    55 FR 13886
NPRM Comment Period End         10/09/90
Final Action                    02/02/95                     60 FR 6616
Final Action Effective          03/06/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/12/90 (55 FR 13886)

Additional Information: Project No. ANM-88-024R. Correction to final 
rule published 03/01/95 60 FR 11194. Request for comments on the final 
rule was published 03/09/95. Comment due date 04/10/95.

Agency Contact: Gary Killion, Manager, Regulations Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056, 206 227-2112

RIN: 2120-AD28
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2458. CENTRALIZATION OF FORMAL HEARING DOCKETS (FAA)

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1354(c); 49 USC 1374(d); 49 
USC 1401 to 1406; 49 USC 1421 to 1428; 49 USC 1471; 49 USC 1475; 49 USC 
1481; 49 USC 1482(a) to 1482(c); 49 USC 1484 to 1489; 49 USC 1655(c); 
49 USC 1808 to 1810; 49 USC 2218 to 2219; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule and related modal rules would have provided that 
evidence and documents in formal hearing cases adjudicated within the 
Office of the Secretary (OST), and most modal administrations would be 
filed and maintained in the OST Office of Documentary Services. These 
actions have been superseded by the Department's decision to 
consolidate all DOT docket offices into a central facility and to 
convert to an electronic document management system. The implementation 
of the new docket system will provide for the staggered incorporation 
of OST and agency dockets beginning on March 1, 1995.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23683]] 

Agency Contact: Denise Daniels Ross, Special Assistant to the Chief 
Counsel, Office of the Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-3773

RIN: 2120-AD63
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2459. PART 71 REVIEW: AIRSPACE DESIGNATIONS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1348(a); 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 106(g); PL 97-
449

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Aviation Administration was to review the various 
types of airspace designations under part 71 to determine which types 
can be processed under an informal and streamlined process, yet in 
concert with the Administrative Procedure Act.This action was an 
internal FAA review to determine if there were alternative procedures 
preferable to the current regulations. The determination has been made 
that current regulations are sufficient, therefore, this action is 
terminated.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               01/25/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-92-286R

Agency Contact: Bill Mosley, Air Traffic Rules and Procedures Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-9251

RIN: 2120-AE65
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2460. +TRAFFIC ALERT AND COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM (TCAS 1)

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1456; 49 USC 
1457; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1431; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 
USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action considers a petition for exemption of October 12, 
1992, from the Regional Airline Association for an extension, until 
February 9, 1995, to install an approved TCAS I system in turbine-
powered airplanes that has resulted in rapid price increases and delays 
in the equipment-approval process. The FAA subsequently denied the 
petition, saying that the issue was more appropriate to rulemaking. 
This rulemaking established an extension of the compliance date for 
TCAS I from February 9, 1995, to December 31, l995.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/31/94                    59 FR 15308
NPRM Comment Period End         05/02/94
Final Action                    12/29/94                    59 FR 67584
Final Action Effective          12/29/94
Final Rule; Correction          01/10/95                     60 FR 2497
Final Rule; Correction          01/13/95                     60 FR 3303

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/31/94 (59 FR 15308)

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-460R. As this action 
merely involves an extension of compliance date, it is not a rulemaking 
requiring OMB review in the context of EO 12866. However, it is 
significant under DOT's regulatory policies and procedures.

Agency Contact: Gary E. Davis, Project Development Branch, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-8096

RIN: 2120-AF24
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2461. RECENT FLIGHT EXPERIENCE - PILOT IN COMMAND

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 
1422; 49 USC 1427; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking action responded to a petition for exemption 
from the Air Transport Association (ATA) for relief from the redundant 
recent flight experience requirements under Parts 61 and 121. The FAA 
has determined that the training and checking of Parts 121 and 135 are 
equivalent to the instrument flight rule (IFR) requirements of Section 
61.57, which requires that within the last 6 months a pilot either log 
6 hours of instrument time or complete an instrument competency check. 
ATA finds that all Parts 121 and 135 operations are conducted under IFR 
and all flights require the logging of flight time, but that time is 
not specifically broken down into IFR time logged under instrument 
meteorological conditions as opposed to visual meteorological 
conditions. Thus, this rulemaking amended section 61.57 to eliminate a 
redundant recordkeeping requirement.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/11/94                    59 FR 17162
NPRM Comment Period End         06/10/94
Final Action                    11/14/94                    59 FR 56385
Final Action Effective          11/14/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/11/94 (59 FR 17162)

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-301E

Agency Contact: Alberta Brown, Regulations Branch, Flight Standards 
Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8150

RIN: 2120-AF32
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2462. EMERGENCY MEDICAL KITS: PROTECTIVE GLOVE REQUIREMENT

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 
1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 
USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule amended the contents requirements of 
emergency medical kits to require air carriers to provide sufficient 
numbers of barriers to blood-borne diseases aboard aircraft. This 
rulemaking is made necessary by the increasing number of diseases that 
are transmitted through the transfer of blood. The Federal Aviation 
Administration recognizes that crewmembers and other persons treating 
passengers aboard aircraft require adequate protection from the 
possibility of the transmission of blood-borne diseases. 
[[Page 23684]] 

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Rule; Request for Comment 10/18/94                    59 FR 52640
Final Rule; Correction          11/04/94                    59 FR 55208
Final Action                    11/14/94                    59 FR 56385
Final Action Effective          11/14/94
Final Rule; Request for Comment 12/02/94                    59 FR 62276
Comment Period Ends             01/03/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project No: AFS-94-479R

Agency Contact: Dan Meier, Regulations Branch, AFS-240, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3749

RIN: 2120-AF37
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2463.  +AIR TOUR OPERATORS IN THE STATE OF HAWAII

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1301(7); 49 USC 1303; 49 USC 1344; 49 USC 
1348; 49 USC 1352 to 1356; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1432; 49 USC 
1471; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 1510; 49 USC 1522; 49 USC 2121 
to 2125; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action established certain procedural, operational, and 
equipment requirements for air tour operators in the State of Hawaii. 
The action is intended to enhance the safety of air tour operations 
within the State.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/26/94                    59 FR 49138
Final Action Effective          10/26/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/26/94 (59 FR 49138)

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-94-453R

Agency Contact: Brian Calendine, Air Transportation Division, AFS-20, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 267-8166

RIN: 2120-AF53
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________

2464.  PUBLIC AIRCRAFT DEFINITION AND EXEMPTION AUTHORITY

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1356; 49 USC 
1357; 49 USC 1401; 49 USC 1421 to 1430; 49 USC 1472; 49 USC 1485; 49 
USC 1502; 49 USC 106(g); PL 103-411

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the Federal Aviation Regulations to 
reflect statutory changes in the definition of public aircraft and the 
FAA Administrator's new authority to grant exemptions from statutory 
requirements.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice: Invitation for Comments 08/01/94                    59 FR 39192
Notice: Reconsid. of Legal 
Interp                          08/01/94                    59 FR 39192
Policy Statement: Req. for 
Comments                        09/06/94                    59 FR 46004
Notice of Statutory Change      12/07/94                    59 FR 63154
Final Action                    01/25/95                     60 FR 5074
Final Action Effective          04/23/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Request for comments on final rule due 02/24/
95. Correction to the final rule were published 03/03/95, 60 FR 12034.

Agency Contact: David Catey, Manager, Air Carrier Branch, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-8094

RIN: 2120-AF59
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
______________________________________________________________________


2465.  ROBINSON R22/R44 SPECIAL TRAINING AND QUALIFICATION 
REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 
1422; 49 USC 1427; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) establishes 
special training and experience requirements for pilots operating the 
the Robinson model R22 or R44 helicopters to maintain safe operation of 
Robinson helicopters. The FAA has determined this emergency SFAR is 
needed to respond to an increasing number of accidents involving the 
Robinson model R22 and R44 helicopters. The intended effect of this 
emergency action is to increase awareness of the potential hazards of 
particular flight operations in the Robinson helicopters.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/01/95                    60 FR 11254
Final Action Effective          03/27/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-95-166R. The final rule 
expires December 31, 1997. Comments on the final rule are due 05/30/95.

Agency Contact: Robert M. Barton, Manager, Operations Branch, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591, 202 
267-3755

RIN: 2120-AF66


[[Page 23685]] 
______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2466. ACQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY FOR RIGHTS-OF-WAY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 315; PL 100-17, sec 126; PL 100-17, sec 146; 
42 USC 4601 et seq

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 172; 23 CFR 710; 23 CFR 712; 23 CFR 713; 23 CFR 
720; 23 CFR 740; 23 CFR 620; 23 CFR 635; 23 CFR 645

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is proposing to 
revise and consolidate several right-of-way regulations to improve the 
organization of the subject matter and update the content. This action 
will also implement sections 126 and 146 (airspace and donations) of 
the Surface Transportation and Uniform Relocation Assistance Act of 
1987.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Two related rulemaking actions are: (1) a 
proposed rule entitled ``Right-of-Way'' which appeared in a prior 
Agenda under RIN 2125-AB58 and (2) a proposed rule entitled ``Property 
Management; Disposals and Airspace'' which appeared in a prior Agenda 
under RIN 2125-AB60. Those entries have been consolidated into this 
rulemaking.

Agency Contact: Marshall Schy, Chief, Policy Development Branch, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2021

RIN: 2125-AC17
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________


2467. +QUALIFICATION OF DRIVERS; EPILEPSY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 3102; 49 USC app 2505

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 391.41(b)(8)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is considering revising the driver qualification 
requirements related to the epilepsy standard found in 49 CFR Part 
391.41(b)(8). The FHWA believes that a review of the standard is 
necessary to assess the effect advances in medical science and 
technology may have on the standard. This action is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Also under development is a notice seeking 
comments on the FHWA's intent to initiate a three-year study to permit 
the FHWA to observe and collect data on the driving experience of a 
group of drivers who have epilepsy.
This action is being further considered in light of the recent This 
action (i.e. waiver program) is being withdrawn in light of the recent 
decision of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit in Advocates 
for Highway and Auto Safety v. Federal Highway Administration, No. 92-
1411, August 2, 1994.

Agency Contact: Sandra Zywokarte, Health and Welfare Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 202 366-
2987

RIN: 2125-AD34



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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2468. +COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE STANDARDS; BIOMETRIC IDENTIFIER

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 100-690, sec 9105

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 383

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 31, 1990.

Abstract: This action was initiated to improve identification systems 
for truck and bus drivers as identified by the Congress in the Truck 
and Bus Regulatory Reform Act of 1988. Alternatives that were 
considered included retinal eye scans and advanced fingerprint 
technologies. After (1) further review, (2) a careful analysis of 
public comments submitted to the ANPRM, and (3) a review of 
demonstration project results, the FHWA has determined that current 
technology has not progressed to the point where an identification 
system could be established nationwide in a cost-effective manner and 
still provide the benefits for which a system was intended. Therefore, 
the FHWA has published an informational notice to summarize the results 
of the pilot study and the comments to the ANPRM to demonstrate how the 
technologies studied fall short of the demands in a commercial 
licensing environment. Additional studies are being conducted to assess 
the current state of the art of technology in biometric identification 
systems. The public docket will remain open while this research is 
being conducted. This project is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/15/89                    54 FR 20875
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/14/89                    54 FR 20875
Information Notice Published    03/08/91                     56 FR 9925


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Nathan Root, Transportation Specialist, Office of Motor 
Carrier Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
8759

RIN: 2125-AC24


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23686]]
2469. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; GENERAL; PERIODIC 
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTOR CARRIERS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 31502; 49 USC 31103; 49 USC 31136

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 390

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would revise 49 CFR 390.21 concerning the 
marking of motor vehicles. The FHWA is proposing to require all motor 
carriers subject to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations 
(FMCSRs) to periodically update certain company information maintained 
by the agency in a national interstate motor carrier census file. This 
proposal delineates the information which motor carriers may be 
required to update every 2 years, as well as, the methods motor 
carriers may have available to them to provide such information.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/17/89                    54 FR 29912
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/15/89
NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Please note that this action (2125-AC28) was 
previously titled ``Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; General; 
Motor Vehicle Marking.'' A new RIN has been assigned for this subject. 
See 2125-AD49 for further information about motor vehicle marking. 1992 
Agenda.

Agency Contact: Phillip J. Forjan, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-6817

RIN: 2125-AC28
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2470. TRUCK LENGTH AND WIDTH EXCLUSIVE DEVICES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 315; PL 97-424, sec 411; PL 97-424, sec 416

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 658

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA requested public comment on how, under section 
411(h) and 416(b) of the Surface Transportation Act of 1982 (STA) (PL 
97-424, 96 Stat. 2097), the Secretary may determine which safety or 
efficiency-enhancing devices are to be excluded when measuring the 
length and width of vehicles for compliance with federally mandated 
dimensions. The present system of employing rulemaking proceedings is 
too time-consuming and cumbersome to meet the needs of industry and is 
needlessly burdensome for FHWA. Therefore, a new approach will be 
proposed.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/26/89                    54 FR 52951
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
06/01/90                        03/21/90                    55 FR 10468
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/26/90
ANPRM Docket Reopened; Comment 
Period Extended to 08/21/90     06/22/90                    55 FR 25673


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Max Pieper, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-4029

RIN: 2125-AC30
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2471. AMENDMENTS TO THE PERIODIC INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 31131; 49 USC 31137; 49 USC 31142

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 396

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes amendments to the periodic inspection 
requirements for commercial motor vehicles contained in 49 CFR part 
396. The periodic inspection final rule was published on December 7, 
1988, at 53 FR 49402, and amended on December 8, 1989, at 54 FR 50722. 
The December 8, 1989, amendment included a request for comments. In 
response to the comments received and requests for interpretations from 
the industry, the FHWA has determined that the rule should be amended 
to clarify the requirements for periodic inspection decals; evidence of 
the inspector's qualifications; the response time for a motor carrier 
to transmit a copy of a self-inspection report to an authorized 
Federal, State, or local enforcement official; identity of the motor 
carrier or other entity offering a vehicle for inspection; and 
documentation of a State periodic inspection, including proof of 
inspection on vehicles. The FHWA also proposes to amend the inspection 
criteria to make the requirements of appendix G to subchapter B 
consistent with part 393 and the North American Uniform Vehicle Out-of-
Service Criteria. These proposed amendments concern inspection 
standards for brake (cont)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice: Request for Comments    03/16/89                    54 FR 11020
Final Rule: Delay in Compliance 
Date                            12/08/89                    54 FR 50722
Notice: State Inspection 
Programs                        12/08/89                    54 FR 50726
Petition: Comments Invited 
Through 07/02/90                05/02/90                    55 FR 18355
Notice: State Inspection 
Programs                        09/23/91                    56 FR 47982
Denial of Petition              07/02/92                    57 FR 29457
NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: adjustment limits, brake lining 
thickness, coupling devices, steering mechanism, tires marked ``Not for 
Highway Use,'' and regrooved tires on steering axles. This action was 
formerly titled ``Inspection, Repair and Maintenance; Periodic 
Inspections.''

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-2981

RIN: 2125-AC47


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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23687]]
2472. COMMERCIAL DRIVER INSTRUCTION PERMITS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 99-570; 49 USC 3102; 49 USC 31136; 49 CFR 1.48

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 384; 49 CFR 386; 49 CFR 395

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To reconcile the training needs of the motor carrier industry 
with the requirements of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) program 
and the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1986, the FHWA is 
proposing additional minimum Federal standards for State-issued 
learner's permits that allow drivers to be trained in the operation of 
commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). Among the alternatives under 
consideration: Applicants for Commercial Driver Instruction Permits 
(CDIPs) might need to possess drivers' licenses and undergo record 
checks analogous to those now required for CDLs; CDIP transactions 
might be entered in the Commercial Driver's License Information System 
(CDLIS); and CDIP holders might be explicitly subject to the same 
disqualifications as CDL holders. Since driver training is nationwide 
in scope, the FHWA is proposing options that would allow a State to 
issue a CDIP to a driver trainee. In addition, the FHWA is proposing to 
amend existing regulations to incorporate interpretations made since 
the original CDL regulations were issued. This will also address some 
issues currently under consideration for increased effectiveness of the 
CDL program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/22/90                    55 FR 34478
NPRM Comment Period End         10/22/90
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
11/30/90                        10/23/90                    55 FR 42741
SNPRM                           04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/22/90 (55 FR 34478)

Additional Information: Because other regulatory changes have been made 
since the NPRM was published in 1990, the FHWA intends to issue a 
supplemental NPRM to solicit comments on including additional 
requirements consistent with changes in the CDL program.

Agency Contact: David Goettee, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4001

RIN: 2125-AC54
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2473. CERTIFICATION OF SIZE AND WEIGHT ENFORCEMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 127; 23 USC 141; 23 USC 315

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 657

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking action proposes to amend existing regulations 
contained in 23 CFR 657 by changing the requirements for State 
enforcement plans and certifications as well as the FHWA evaluation of 
State operations under the enforcement plans. The revised requirements 
will be determined through the rulemaking process. The revisions will 
result in evaluations and certifications being based more closely on 
the approved plans.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/16/93                    58 FR 65830
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
05/18/94                        03/15/94                    59 FR 11956
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/16/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Kathy Busby, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-4026

RIN: 2125-AC60
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2474. +QUALIFICATION OF DRIVERS; VISION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 2505; 49 USC 3102

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 391

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: As part of a review of the medical qualification standards 
applicable to interstate CMV drivers, the FHWA requested comments on 
the need, if any, to amend its driver qualification requirements 
relating to the vision standard. A temporary waiver program has been 
initiated to permit the FHWA to observe and collect data on the driving 
experience of a a group of vision deficient drivers who meet certain 
preconditions. Additionally, the FHWA is considering further research 
to develop comprehensive performance-based visual standards for all 
commercial drivers. Information about that research will be presented 
at a public meeting to be held in Summer 1995. This action is 
considered significant due to public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/28/92                     57 FR 6793
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/28/92


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: (SEE notices published at 57 FR 6793, February 
28, 1992; 57 FR 10295, March 25, 1992; 57 FR 22370, June 3, 1992; 59 FR 
50887, October 6, 1994; 59 FR 59386, November 17, 1994.)

Agency Contact: Sandra L. Zywokarte, Health and Welfare Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2981

RIN: 2125-AC62
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2475. REVISION OF MEDICAL EXAMINATION FORM AND PROCEDURES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 2505; 49 USC 3102

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 391

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking action will seek information for the redesign 
of the existing medical examination form as well as amend the 
examination procedures to reflect the latest medical and technological 
advances. [[Page 23688]] 

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This action was formerly titled ``Qualification 
of Drivers; Medical Examination Form.''

Agency Contact: Sandra L. Zywokarte, Health and Welfare Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2981

RIN: 2125-AC63
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2476. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION: 
INTERMODAL CARGO CONTAINERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 3102; 49 USC 31136

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this ANPRM is to gather information and views 
regarding the need, if any, to amend the requirements of the Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for securing intermodal cargo 
containers to trailers.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/23/93                    58 FR 44485
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/22/93


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Peter C. Chandler, Transportation Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5763

RIN: 2125-AC74
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2477. MINIMUM TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATORS OF MULTI-TRAILER 
COMBINATION VEHICLES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 102-240, sec 4007(b)(2); Intermodal Surface 
Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 383

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 18, 1993.

Abstract: This action will establish minimum training requirements for 
operators of multi-trailer combination vehicles. The training would 
include certification of an operator's proficiency by a certified 
instructor.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/15/93                     58 FR 4638
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/16/93
NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Motor Carrier Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
5014

RIN: 2125-AC92
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2478. +TRAINING FOR ENTRY-LEVEL DRIVERS OF COMMERCIAL MOTOR 
VEHICLES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 102-240, sec 4007

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 383

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, December 18, 1992. Final, Statutory, 
December 18, 1993. Other, Statutory, January 18, 1994.
Other deadline is for a report to Congress.

Abstract: This action is in response to section 4007 of the Motor 
Carrier Act of 1991 (title IV of the Intermodal Surface Transportation 
Efficiency Act of 1991). The Department must undertake a rulemaking on 
the need to require training of all entry-level drivers of commercial 
motor vehicles. If FHWA determines it is not in the public interest to 
issue a rule requiring such training, the Agency must submit a report 
to Congress, along with results of a cost-benefit analysis, as part of 
the rulemaking proceeding. FHWA is also required to submit a report to 
Congress on the effectiveness of private-sector efforts to ensure 
adequate training of all entry-level drivers. This action is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/21/93                    58 FR 33874
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/20/93
NPRM                            07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/00/95

Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, Transportation Specialist, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5014

RIN: 2125-AD05
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2479. +COMMERCIAL DRIVER PHYSICAL FITNESS AS PART OF THE CDL 
PROCESS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC app 2704(a)(8); 49 USC app 2505; 49 USC app 
3102

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 1.48; 49 CFR 391.11; 49 
CFR 391.45

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is proposing to include the certification of fitness 
to operate a CMV in the commercial driver's license (CDL) process. 
Incorporating the commercial driver fitness determination into State 
administered CDL procedures could allow elimination of the requirement 
that CMV drivers carry a separate medical certificate. The CDL would be 
evidence that the CMV driver is physically fit as well as operationally 
qualified to operate CMVs safely. This action addresses the driver's 
physical qualifications as they relate to the CDL process; it does not 
address whether those standards are correct or should be changed. The 
FHWA has determined that the negotiated rulemaking process will be used 
to provide a proposed [[Page 23689]] rule. Action is being taken to 
obtain a convener/facilitator to contact prospective participants to 
represent affected parties and the convener/ facilitator will oversee 
the process. After the FHWA has secured a contract with a convener/
facilitator, a notice of intent to establish a negotiated rulemaking 
committee will be published in the Federal Register with time allowed 
for comments. The FHWA expects to proceed with the negotiated 
rulemaking process by September 1995.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/15/94                    59 FR 36338
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/14/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: The FHWA considers this a significant action 
due to anticipated substantial public interest.

Agency Contact: Teresa Doggett, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-2990

RIN: 2125-AD20
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2480. +QUALIFICATIONS OF DRIVERS: HEARING DEFICIENCIES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 3102; 49 USC app 2505

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FHWA is considering amending its driver qualification 
requirements relating to the hearing standard found at 49 CFR 
391.41(b)(11). FHWA believes that a review of the standard is necessary 
to assess the effect advances in medical science and technology may 
have on the standard. Such advances may lead to amending the current 
standard. The FHWA published an ANPRM (FHWA Docket No. MC-93-30) 
seeking comment on the hearing standard. This action is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/15/93                    58 FR 65634
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
04/05/94                        02/04/94                     59 FR 5376
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/14/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: A related notice regarding possible waivers was 
published at 58 FR 65638 (Dec. 15, 1993). The FHWA has decided not to 
issue waivers in light of the recent decision of the U.S. Court of 
Appeals for the DC Circuit in Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety v. 
the Federal Highway Administration, No. 92-1411, August 2, 1994.

Agency Contact: Sandra Zywokarte, Health and Welfare Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2987

RIN: 2125-AD22
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2481. HIGHWAY BEAUTIFICATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 131; 23 USC 315; 49 USC 1651

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 750, subpart B; 23 CFR 750, subpart E; 23 CFR 
750, subpart G

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The revision of these subparts will reduce their complexity, 
recognize the existence of State laws, regulations, and organizations 
implementing 23 USC 131, and emphasize the position of the State as the 
initial, primary, and principal focal point regarding the requirement 
of effective control. Potential costs should be reduced, albeit 
minimally. The principal benefit will be to give the States greater 
ability, in the context of the broad requirements of 23 USC 131, to 
respond to concepts and issues relevant to the States. We are reviewing 
these regulations and we intend to focus on changes necessitated by 
ISTEA, and to publish an NPRM by December 1995.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Robert P. Harter, Realty Specialist, Special Programs 
and Evaluation Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington DC 20590, 202 366-
2026

RIN: 2125-AD24
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2482. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION; LIGHTING 
DEVICES, REFLECTORS, AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 3102; PL 101-50, sec 15(f) )

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 393

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is considering proposing measures for reducing the 
incidence and severity of collisions with large trailers during 
conditions of darkness or reduced visibility. Specifically, the agency 
is considering issuing a proposal to establish requirements for the use 
of retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflectors for certain trailers 
manufactured prior to December 1, 1993, the effective date of the 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's final rule on 
conspicuity for newly manufactured trailers.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/19/94                     59 FR 2811
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/21/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: In its ANPRM, the FHWA specifically requested 
comment, information, and data on the economic impacts of potential 
changes to the existing regulations. The FHWA intends to consider 
carefully the costs and benefits associated with various alternative 
requirements, including the [[Page 23690]] economic impacts of 
potential changes on small entities.

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Motor Carrier Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4012

RIN: 2125-AD27
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2483. +DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FHWA, FTA, AND FRA) 
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND RELATED PROCEDURES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 4321; 23 USC 109; 23 USC 128; 23 USC 138; 23 
USC 315; PL 102-240; 49 USC 303(c); 49 USC 1602(d); 49 USC 1604(h); 49 
USC 1604(i); 49 USC 1610

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 771; 49 CFR 622; 40 CFR 1500 to 1508; 49 CFR 
1.48(b); 49 CFR 1.51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Transit 
Administration currently have a joint environmental regulation at 23 
CFR 771, ``Environmental Impact and Related Procedures''. The agencies 
first issued an environmental regulation together in 1980. The joint 
regulation was amended in 1987 and again in 1991. Even though FHWA and 
FTA have joint regulations, each agency's guidance for implementing 
those regulations is procedurally different. This causes difficulties 
and inconsistencies for sponsors of transportation projects, 
particularly where joint FHWA and FTA funds are involved. In the ISTEA, 
the Congress recognized the importance of providing uniformity and 
consistency between FHWA and FTA environmental procedures. This is 
needed to accommodate the increased funding flexibility for surface 
transportation provided by ISTEA. Because of an increased emphasis on 
intermodal planning and proposals to advance a high speed rail program, 
the proposed, new joint regulations will include the Federal Railroad 
Administration (FRA). The proposed regulations will therefore be 
applied to all three modal administrations.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Section 134(h)(4) of title 23, United States 
Code and section 8(h)(4) of the Federal Transit Act, as amended, direct 
the Secretary of Transportation to initiate a rulemaking proceeding to 
conform review requirements for transit projects under the National 
Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to comparable requirements for highway 
projects. This action is considered significant because of public, 
congressional, and environmental concerns and because it involves 
several interested departmental modes.

Agency Contact: Harold Peaks, Senior Staff Specialist, Office of 
Environment and Planning, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
1598

RIN: 2125-AD32
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2484.  PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION; 
GENERAL AMENDMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 392; 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is proposing to amend part 393 of the Federal Motor 
Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), Parts and Accessories Necessary 
for Safe Operation. The proposed amendments are intended to : remove 
obsolete and redundant regulatory language; respond to several 
petitions for rulemaking; provide improved definitions of vehicle types 
and vehicle components; resolve inconsistencies between part 393 and 
the FHWA's periodic inspection criteria of appendix G to subchapter B; 
resolve inconsistencies between part 393 and the National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration's Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 
(49 CFR 571); and codify certain FHWA interpretations of the 
requirements of part 393.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/17/95                     60 FR 9306
NPRM Comment Period End         04/18/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Transportation Specialist, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2981

RIN: 2125-AD40
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2485.  PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION; 
MANUFACTURED HOME TIRES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502; 42 USC 5403; 42 USC 
3535(d)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 393.75; 24 CFR 3280.904; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA and HUD are proposing amendments to the Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) and the Manufactured Home 
Construction and Safety Standards concerning the transportation of 
manufactured homes. The FHWA and HUD propose to adopt mutually 
consistent and readily enforceable regulations that promote the safe 
and effective transportation of manufactured homes. These changes would 
clarify FHWA and HUD respective regulations to resolve differences 
between Federal regulations for the overloading of tires used in the 
transportation of manufactured homes.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Larry Minor, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway [[Page 23691]] Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2981

RIN: 2125-AD41
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2486.  ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking requests comments on the intent of the FHWA 
to initiate a rulemaking concerning requirements for antilock brake 
systems (ABS) on commercial motor vehicles engaged in interstate 
commerce. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 
has proposed requiring certain newly manufactured vehicles to be 
equipped with ABS. The FHWA intends to initiate a rulemaking addressing 
requirements for motor carriers to maintain the ABS on those vehicles 
which would be subject to the NHTSA's final rule and address certain 
other ABS issues related to vehicles subject to the Federal Motor 
Carrier Safety Regulations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: The NHTSA ABS rulemaking is RIN 2127-AA00.

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Transportation Specialist, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2981

RIN: 2125-AD42
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2487.  FEDERAL AID PROJECT AUTHORIZATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 106; 23 USC 118; 23 USC 315

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 630; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action presents FHWA policies and procedures related to 
authorization of Federal-aid highway projects. Changes are proposed to 
provide more flexibility in establishing funding arrangements, to 
further clarify the authorization process, and to reflect recent 
modifications in Federal statutes.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Jack Wasley, Federal-Aid Program Branch, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4658

RIN: 2125-AD43
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2488.  MAXIMUM DRIVING AND OFF-DUTY TIME; HOURS OF SERVICE 
FOR FARMERS AND RETAIL FARM SUPPLIERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 395.3

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Hazardous Materials Transportation Authorization Act of 
1994 requires the Secretary of Transportation to initiate a rulemaking 
proceeding to determine whether or not the requirements of section 
395.3 of Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, relating to hours of 
service, may be waived for farmers and retail farm suppliers when such 
farmers and retail farm suppliers are transporting crops or farm 
supplies for agricultural purposes within a 50 mile radius of their 
distribution point or farm. Based on the information received in 
response to this notice, the FHWA intends, in compliance with the 
Regulatory Flexibility Act, to carefully consider the economic impacts 
of these potential changes on small entities.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/08/94                    59 FR 63322
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/06/95


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Larry G. Slade, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Motor Carrier Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
5721

RIN: 2125-AD44
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2489.  +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; GENERAL; 
MOTOR VEHICLE MARKING

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 104; 49 USC 504; 49 USC 521(b)(5)(A); 49 USC 
31502; 49 USC 5113; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31144; 49 USC 5113

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 390

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is proposing to revise its regulations dealing with 
the identification and marking of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). 
Five changes are being proposed which would: (1) Apply the marking 
requirements to all CMVs operated in interstate commerce, including 
those common and contract motor carriers of property or passengers 
authorized by the Interstate Commerce Commission(ICC); (2) require 
motor carriers to mark both sides of each CMV with a specific legal 
name or name under which it does business (DBA name); (3) require motor 
carriers to mark each CMV with the city and State of its principal 
place of business; (4) require all new motor carriers to file Form MCS-
150 within 30 days after beginning operations; and (5) move sec. 
385.21, and sec. 385.23 and the appendix to part 385 to a new section 
in part 390. The States would also be allowed and encouraged to use 
United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) identification 
numbers to identify intrastate motor carriers. The proposed changes 
would improve the identification of motor carriers and CMVs, aid 
enforcement, and enhance data collection and analysis.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation [[Page 23692]] 

Agency Contact: Phillip J. Forjan, Transportation Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-6817

RIN: 2125-AD49
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________


2490.  +HOURS OF SERVICE OF DRIVERS; SUPPORTING DOCUMENT 
RECORDKEEPING

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 103-311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 395.8

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, August 1995. Final, Statutory, 
February 1996.

Abstract: A record of duty status (49 CFR 395.8) is required to be 
prepared for each day a driver operates a commercial motor vehicle in 
interstate commerce. All motor carriers are required to maintain the 
record of duty status for at least 6 months along with all documents 
that support the accuracy of the record of duty status (sec. 395.8(k)). 
The Hazardous Materials Transportation Authorization Act of 1994 (Pub. 
L. 103-311) mandates the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to 
specify what documents must be maintained to support the accuracy of 
the record of duty status. This rule will implement the statutory 
mandate that require the agency to describe the type of supporting 
documents to be generated and maintained, as well as specify the 
quantity and length of time to maintain the supporting documents.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: David Miller, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC, 202 366-1790

RIN: 2125-AD52



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2491. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ON FEDERAL AND FEDERAL-AID 
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS (INCLUDING SUPPORTIVE SERVICES); REPORT 
REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 101; 23 USC 112; 23 USC 117; 23 USC 140; 23 
USC 315

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 230

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking was initiated in 1982 to amend FHWA 
regulations on recordkeeping and reporting requirements for on-the-job 
training on Federal-aid construction contracts. The FHWA intends to 
issue a new notice of proposed rulemaking proposing additional changes 
to this subpart as well as other subparts in part 230 of title 23 of 
the Code of Federal Regulations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/22/82                    47 FR 52470
NPRM Comment Period End         12/22/82


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/22/82 (47 FR 52470)

Additional Information: An SNPRM will be issued in order to propose 
updated revisions. The SNPRM will address all procedures and provisions 
contained in 23 CFR 230. Therefore, the related entry (RIN 2125-AB27) 
has been consolidated into this proceeding.

Agency Contact: Linda Brown, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-1593

RIN: 2125-AB15
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2492. +QUALIFICATION OF DRIVERS; DIABETES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 3102; 49 USC app 2505; 23 USC 315

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 391.41(b)(3)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is considering revising the driver qualification 
requirements to allow certain insulin-using diabetics to operate 
commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce. The FHWA issued a 
final disposition accepting waiver applications under certain 
conditions. The deadline for submitting applications was April 30, 
1994. The waiver program is being instituted to permit the FHWA to 
observe and collect data on the driving experience of a group of 
insulin-using drivers. This action is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/25/87                    52 FR 45204
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/28/87                    52 FR 45204
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
02/01/88                        01/04/88                       53 FR 42
NPRM                            10/05/90                    55 FR 41028
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
01/03/91                        11/01/90                    55 FR 46080
NPRM Comment Period End         12/04/90
Notice of Intent to Issue 
Waivers: Comment Request        10/21/92                    57 FR 48011
Final Action To Accept Waivers  07/29/93                    58 FR 40690


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/05/90 (55 FR 41028)

Additional Information: Further rulemaking on diabetes is deferred 
until the completion of the waiver study.
This action is being further considered in light of the recent decision 
of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit in Advocates for 
Highway and Auto Safety v. Federal Highway Administration, No. 92-1411, 
August 2, 1994.

Agency Contact: Sandra L. Zywokarte, Health and Welfare Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Federal [[Page 23693]] Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
2981

RIN: 2125-AB91
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2493. +SAFETY FITNESS PROCEDURES; SAFETY RATINGS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC app 2512; 49 USC 104; 49 USC 504; 49 USC 
521(b)(5)(A); 49 USC 3102; 49 USC app 1814; PL 101-500

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 385

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Regulations to implement provisions of the Motor Carrier Safety Act of 
1990 (section 15 of PL 101-500). This enactment prohibits a motor 
carrier that receives an ``unsatisfactory'' safety rating from 
operating commercial motor vehicles to transport hazardous materials in 
quantities for which vehicle placarding is required or to transport 
more than 15 passengers, including the driver. The prohibition is 
effective 45 days after receipt of an unsatisfactory rating and remains 
in effect until a satisfactory rating is secured. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public and congressional 
interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/16/91                    56 FR 40801
Notice: Request for Comments    09/14/94                    59 FR 47203


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/16/91 (56 FR 40801)

Additional Information: The interim final rule was effective upon 
publication 08/16/91. Statutory prohibition became effective January 1, 
1991.

Agency Contact: Willaim Hill, Office of Motor Carrier Standards, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-6347

RIN: 2125-AC71
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2494. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; GENERAL 
TRANSPORTATION OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC app 2503; 49 USC app 2505; 49 USC 3102; 49 USC 
3104

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 390.3; 49 CFR 397

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1991.

Abstract: This rulemaking will implement the statutory requirements of 
sections 8 and 15 of the Hazardous Materials Transportation Uniform 
Safety Act (HMTUSA) of 1990. Section 8 addresses the establishment of 
motor carrier safety permit regulations for motor carriers transporting 
Class A or B explosives, liquefied natural gases, hazardous materials 
designated as extremely toxic by inhalation, or highway route 
controlled quantity radioactive materials. Section 15 of the HMTUSA 
requires inspection of vehicles transporting those radioactive 
materials before each trip. The proposed rule will incorporate those 
provisions into the safety permit regulations. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public and congressional 
interest and safety implications.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/17/93                    58 FR 33418
NPRM Comment Period End         08/16/93


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/17/93 (58 FR 33418)

Agency Contact: Neill L. Thomas, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-2983

RIN: 2125-AC78
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2495. +MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING SYSTEMS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 303; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 135; 23 USC 134

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 500; 49 CFR 614

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

Abstract: 23 U.S.C. 303 requires the Secretary of Transportation to 
issue regulations for State development, establishment, and 
implementation of systems for managing: highway pavement of Federal-aid 
highways; bridges on and off Federal-aid highways; highway safety; 
traffic congestion; public transportation facilities and equipment; and 
intermodal transportation facilities and systems. The Secretary also 
must issue guidelines and requirements for the State development, 
establishment, and implementation of a traffic monitoring system for 
highways and public transportation facilities and equipment. States 
must be implementing each management system in Federal fiscal year 
1995, or the Secretary may withhold up to 10 percent of funds 
apportioned under title 23, U.S.C., or under the Federal Transit Act 
for any fiscal year beginning after September 30, 1995. The primary 
purpose of these systems is to improve the efficiency of, and protect 
the investment in, existing and future transportation infrastructure. 
The systems will provide additional information needed to make informed 
decision for optimum utilization of limited resources. (cont)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/03/92                    57 FR 23460
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/03/92
NPRM                            03/02/93                    58 FR 12096
Request for Comments            03/24/93                    58 FR 15816
NPRM Comment Period End         05/03/93
Interim Final Rule              12/01/93                    58 FR 63442
Interim Final Rule; Correction  12/07/93                    58 FR 64374
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/01/93 (58 FR 63442)

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: The economic impact of the 
regulations is expected to be minimal. The regulations will be issued 
jointly with the Federal Transit Administration (RIN 2132-AA47). This 
regulation is considered significant because of substantial State and 
local government, congressional, and public interest. The 
[[Page 23694]] interim final rule was effective on January 3, 1994; 
comments were due by January 31, 1994. The issue of replacement of 
sections 511.1 through 511.10, formerly a part of this RIN, has been 
removed and consolidated into RIN 2125-AD21.

Agency Contact: Tony Solury, Community Planner, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5003

RIN: 2125-AC97
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2496. TRANSPORTATION OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS; PREEMPTION 
DETERMINATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1801 et seq; PL 101-615

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 397; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 16, 1992.

Abstract: This final rule incorporates, without substantive change, the 
routing requirements for radioactive materials currently contained in 
RSPA's regulation 49 CFR 177.825 into FHWA's regulation 49 CFR 397, 
subpart D. This final rule is necessary due to a redelegation of 
authority of highway routing from RSPA to FHWA.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/24/92                    57 FR 44129


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/24/92 (57 FR 44129)

Additional Information: Pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(b), requirements for 
notice and public comment are not applicable since this action involves 
a matter of agency practice and procedure. Originally, this action 
contained language incorporating (without substantive change) the 
RSPA's regulation at 49 CFR 397, subpart E. However, it was determined 
that this incorporation should be a part of RIN 2125-AC80, 
``Transportation of Hazardous Materials; Highway Routing.'' The final 
rule for RIN 2125-AC80 was published on October 12, 1994, at 59 FR 
51824.

Agency Contact: Pamela K. Deadrick, Chief, Hazardous Materials Routing 
and Special Studies Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-2159

RIN: 2125-AD00
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2497. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION; SLEEPER 
BERTHS ON MOTOR COACHES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC app 2505; 49 USC 3102

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Comments have been sought on the suitability of existing 
driver sleeper berth regulations for motor coaches and possible 
amendment to account for design differences between trucks and motor 
coaches.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/12/94                     59 FR 1706
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/14/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Bryan L. Price, Office of Motor Carrier Standards, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5720

RIN: 2125-AD25
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2498. MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (MCSAP) ALLOCATION 
FORMULA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 102-240, sec 4002

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 350

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would modify the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance 
Program (MCSAP) distribution formula to allow States with incompatible 
intrastate regulations limited participation in the basic grant program 
beyond October 1, 1994. It does not change the distribution formula 
pertaining to those States that have achieved compatibility with 
respect to both interstate and intrastate transportation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/03/94                     59 FR 5262
Interim Final Rule Effective    03/07/94
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/04/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Linda Taylor, Office of Motor Carrier Field Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-6308

RIN: 2125-AD30
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2499. UTILITY RELOCATIONS, ADJUSTMENTS, AND REIMBURSEMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 101; 23 USC 109; 23 USC 111; 23 USC 116; 23 
USC 123; 23 USC 315

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 645, subpart A; 23 CFR 1.23; 23 CFR 1.27; 49 CFR 
1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This longstanding regulation presents FHWA policies and 
procedures related to reimbursement for utility relocations on Federal-
aid and direct Federal highway projects. Minor changes are proposed to 
update monetary limits in the existing regulation and to update program 
terminology to reflect revisions enacted by the Intermodal Surface 
Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/17/94                    59 FR 25579
NPRM Comment Period End         07/18/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/17/94 (59 FR 25579)

Agency Contact: C. Paul Scott, Federal-Aid Program Branch, 
[[Page 23695]] Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4104

RIN: 2125-AD31
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2500. VALUE ENGINEERING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 106(d); 23 USC 302; 23 USC 307; 23 USC 315

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 627; 49 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this action, the FHWA proposes the application of value 
engineering (VE) in the design and construction of Federal-aid highway 
projects funded under the grant-in-aid process. This proposal would 
require State highway agencies (SHAs) to establish and administer VE 
programs, outline minimum VE program requirements and provide guidance 
on establishing, administering and monitoring such programs. This 
action is considered necessary to implement the provisions of 23 USC 
106(d), which provides that the Secretary may require a value 
engineering or other cost reduction analysis of plans, specifications, 
and estimates for proposed projects on any Federal-aid highway.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/16/94                    59 FR 59182
NPRM Comment Period End         01/17/95
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Keith Borkenhagen, Value Engineering Coordinator, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 202 366-
4630

RIN: 2125-AD33
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
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2501. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROCEDURES FOR CONSTRUCTION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 109; 23 USC 114

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 637

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is proposing to revise its regulations, found at 23 
CFR part 637, which establish general requirements for quality 
assurance procedures for sampling and testing materials and 
construction in Federal-aid highway projects. The current regulations 
were written around the traditional approach of the State performing 
all of the quality assurance sampling and testing; the regulations do 
not address the use of contractor testing. As a result, a number of 
questions have arisen in certain States and in the FHWA's Federal Lands 
Highway Office, where contractors are used in quality assurance and 
quality control programs. After careful study of the use of contractor-
performed testing, an internal FHWA committee found that contractor 
sampling and testing can be used in acceptance systems, provided that 
adequate checks and balances are in place to protect the public 
investment in highway projects. The revisions proposed in this action 
would implement the committee's recommendations, providing guidance on 
the use of contractor-supplied test results in acceptance plans and 
qualifications of laboratories and testing personnel.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/12/94                    59 FR 35493
NPRM Comment Period End         09/12/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Michael Rafalowski, Highway Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 202 366-1571

RIN: 2125-AD35
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
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2502. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION: AUTOMATIC 
BRAKE ADJUSTERS AND BRAKE ADJUSTMENT INDICATORS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 3102; 49 USC 31136

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 393

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes a requirement for automatic brake 
adjusters (ABAs) on hydraulically-braked commercial motor vehicles 
(CMVs) and air-braked CMVs manufactured on or after October 20, 1993, 
and October 20, 1994, respectively, and air-brake adjustment indicators 
on air-braked CMVs with external adjustment mechanisms manufactured on 
or after October 20, 1994. This is needed for consistency between the 
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) and Federal Motor 
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSSs) Nos. 105 and 121. In addition, the 
FHWA requests information concerning the possibility of requiring these 
devices to be retrofitted to CMVs placed in operation prior to the 
effective dates of the recent amendments to FMVSS Nos. 105 and 121.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/03/94                    59 FR 39518
NPRM Comment Period End         10/03/94
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Deborah Freund, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 202 366-2981

RIN: 2125-AD37
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2503. DESIGN STANDARDS FOR HIGHWAYS; A POLICY ON GEOMETRIC DESIGN 
OF HIGHWAYS AND STREETS; DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION CRITERIA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 109; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 402

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 625

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The standards, policies and standard specifications that have 
been approved by the FHWA for application of projects located on the 
National Highway System (NHS) are incorporated by reference in 23 CFR 
Part 625. The American Association of State Highway and Transportation 
Officials (AASHTO) is in the process of completing the revision of ``A 
Policy of Geometric Design of Highways and Streets'' to incorporate the 
latest information on geometric design and to change the numeric values 
used in the policy exclusively to metric units. Through this 
rulemaking, the FHWA is [[Page 23696]] proposing to incorporate this 
revised AASHTO publication into the regulations on design standards for 
highways, thus adopting controlling metric criteria for use in the 
design of projects on the NTS.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: RIN 2125-AD23 ``Design Standards for Highways, 
Interim Selected Metric Values for Geometric Design; Design and 
Construction Criteria,'' has been consolidated into this action. By 
notice published June 27, 1994 (59 FR 33037), FHWA announced its 
decision to delay implementation of any national metric sign conversion 
until after 1996, or until further indication of the intent of Congress 
on this subject is received.

Agency Contact: Seppo I. Sillan, Chief, Geometric And Roadside Design 
Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 
202 366-1327

RIN: 2125-AD38
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2504.  NATIONAL STANDARDS FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; 
TEMPORARY TRAFFIC SIGNALS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 101(a); 23 USC 104; 23 USC 105; 23 USC 109(d); 
23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 135; 23 USC 217; 23 USC 307; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a)

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 655

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Part VI of the MUTCD was revised on September 3, 1993, and 
incorporated by reference into 23 CFR part 655 on December 10, 1993. As 
revised, the last sentence of the last paragraphs in section 6F-8C, 
inadvertently disallowed the use of certain temporary signalling 
devices, new in use, which employ neither hard-wiring nor radio-
controlled technology. In order to allow the use of such devices the 
last sentence of the paragraph has been removed. As revised, the 
section imposes a performance standard, and not a design standard, on 
all such devices.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/04/95                      60 FR 363


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael E. Robinson, Highway Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2193

RIN: 2125-AD45
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2505.  COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE PROGRAM AND CONTROLLED 
SUBSTANCES AND ALCOHOL USE AND TESTING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31301 et seq; 49 USC 31502; 49 
USC 3102; 49 USC 31101 et seq; 49 USC 504

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 382; 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 392; 49 CFR 
1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Highway Administration is making technical and 
conforming amendments to its alcohol and drug testing rules and its 
regulations implementing the commercial driver's license program. The 
testing rules require employers to test drivers who are required to 
obtain commercial driver's licenses (CDLs) for the illegal use of 
alcohol and controlled substances. The amendments are necessary to 
correct minor errors in the final rule, codify final dispositions of 
waivers of the commercial driver's license program, and implement 
provisions in the Hazardous Materials Transportation Authorization Act 
of 1994 and other DOT rules. This mandate requires the agency to 
describe the type of supporting documents to be generated and 
maintained as well as specify the quantity and length of time to 
maintain the supporting documents.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This action amends prior drug and alcohol 
testing rules issued under the following RINs: 2125-AA79; 2125-AC85; 
2125-AD06; 2125-AB68. FHWA issued a Notice of Intent and request for 
comments on 03/10/9, (60 FR 13306). Comments are due 05/10/95.

Agency Contact: David Miller, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Motor Carrier Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington DC 20590, 202 366-
1790

RIN: 2125-AD46
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________


2506.  ACCIDENT RECORDKEEPING REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 31132; 49 USC 31133; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 
31502; 49 USC 31504

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 390

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action makes technical amendments to the definition of 
the term accident in 49 CFR 390.5 to include language which was 
inadvertently omitted from a previous final rule.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Peter C. Chandler, Transportation Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2981

RIN: 2125-AD51


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2507. +WEIGHT THRESHOLD ADJUSTMENTS FOR COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES

Legal Authority:  49 USC app 2505; 49 USC 504; 49 USC 3102; 49 CFR 1.48

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 392; 49 CFR 396

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: As a result of a petition by the Delaware Department of 
Public Safety, the FHWA considered an exemption of the FMCSRs for 
vehicles with a GVWR or GCWR of less than 26,001 pounds. Data submitted 
to this docket, as well as to the overall Regulatory Review docket (57 
FR 4744, 02/07/92), were insufficient to support a change in the weight 
threshold criterion in the definition of a CMV. The FHWA is also 
involved in a zero-base review of the FMCSRs, which is much broader in 
scope than the exemption discussed in the ANPRM. Although no rulemaking 
action is considered at this time in regard to weight threshold, the 
FHWA will incorporate the comments on the ANPRM in the comprehensive 
zero-base research effort.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/17/89                     54 FR 7224
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
06/19/89                        04/03/89                    54 FR 13391
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/18/89                     54 FR 7224
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
11/03/89                        06/15/89                    54 FR 25484
Withdrawn                       01/03/95                       60 FR 91

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This action was originally titled ``Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; General; Commercial Motor Vehicle 
Definition''; it was later titled ``Simplifying Revisions and Weight 
Threshold Adjustments to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Regulations.''

Agency Contact: Jeffrey J. Van Ness, Transportation Specialist, Office 
of Motor Carrier Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-6236

RIN: 2125-AC27
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2508. CENTRALIZATION OF FORMAL HEARING DOCKETS (FHWA)

Legal Authority:  49 USC 104(c)(2); 49 USC 501; 49 USC 1801; 49 USC 
2501; 49 USC 2701; 49 USC 3101; 49 USC 10927

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 386

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule and related modal rules would have provided that 
evidence and documents in formal hearing cases adjudicated within the 
Office of the Secretary (OST), and most modal administrations would be 
filed and maintained in the OST Office of Documentary Services. These 
actions have been superseded by the Department's decision to 
consolidate all DOT docket offices into a central facility and to 
convert to an electronic document management system. The implementation 
of the new docket system will provide for the staggered incorporation 
of OST and agency dockets beginning on March 1, 1995.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               01/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-9306

RIN: 2125-AC59
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2509. +TRANSPORTATION OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS; HIGHWAY ROUTING

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1801; 49 USC 1804; 49 USC 1811; PL 101-615

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 397; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 16, 1992.

Abstract: Previously, except for certain radioactive materials, DOT had 
not promulgated uniform, national standards for the highway routing of 
hazardous materials. This action established such standards and 
provided guidance to States and localities to minimize the promulgation 
of State and local routing requirements that are inconsistent with the 
Hazardous Materials Transportation Act. This rulemaking is significant 
because of the safety implications and possible federalism 
implications. The Hazardous Materials Uniform Safety Act of 1990 
amended the HMTA to require the Secretary to issue Federal standards 
for highway routing.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/07/88                    53 FR 11618
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
12/13/88                        10/05/88                    53 FR 39114
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/11/88
NPRM                            08/31/92                    57 FR 39522
NPRM Comment Period End         10/30/92
Final Action                    10/12/94                    59 FR 51824
Final Action Effective          11/14/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/31/92 (57 FR 39522)

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-203. Public hearings were held on 
June 14, 1988, in Sacramento, California, and on September 15, 1988, in 
Washington, DC. Further public hearing schedules were published 08/31/
92 (57 FR 39533). This rulemaking has been transferred to the Federal 
Highway Administration from the Research and Special Programs 
Administration. It was reported in the April 1991 Agenda under RIN 
2137-AB42. The 08/31/92 NPRM docket number was MC-92-6. Public hearings 
were held in October 1992.
This action also included language incorporating the RSPA's preemption 
determination and waiver of preemption procedures into the FHWA's 
regulation.

Agency Contact: Pamela Deadrick, Transportation Specialist, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2159

RIN: 2125-AC80
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2510. ADMINISTRATION OF ENGINEERING AND DESIGN-RELATED SERVICE 
CONTRACTS; PRIVATE SECTOR INVOLVEMENT PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  PL 102-240, sec 1060

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 172 [[Page 23698]] 

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

Abstract: A revision to 23 CFR part 172 shall establish a new private 
sector involvement program, under which the FHWA will make funds 
available when appropriated to States, to encourage contracting with 
private sector consulting firms for engineering and design services on 
Federal-aid highway projects.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/12/92                    57 FR 53631
NPRM Comment Period End         01/11/93
Final Action                    12/16/94                    59 FR 64845
Final Action Effective          12/16/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/12/92 (57 FR 53631)

Agency Contact: Donald J. Marttila, Chief, Interstate & Program Support 
Branch, Office of Engineering, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-4637

RIN: 2125-AD03
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2511. +CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES AND ALCOHOL USE AND TESTING; FOREIGN-
BASED MOTOR CARRIERS AND DRIVERS

Legal Authority:  23 USC 315; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 3102; 49 USC 31306

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 382

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

Abstract: This action would extend the applicability of alcohol and 
controlled substances testing requirements to foreign-based drivers of 
motor carriers under the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 
1991. The FHWA needs information concerning foreign government laws and 
regulations that may conflict with the proposed rules. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/15/92                    57 FR 59536
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/16/93
NPRM                            02/15/94                     59 FR 7528
NPRM Comment Period End         04/18/94
Final Action Effective          12/30/94
Final Action                    01/03/95                       60 FR 54

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: David Miller, Transportation Specialist, Standards 
Development Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
2981

RIN: 2125-AD11
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2512. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; GENERAL; 
INTERMODAL TRANSPORTATION

Legal Authority:  PL 102-548

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 390

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, April 28, 1993. Final, Statutory, 
July 28, 1993.

Abstract: This rulemaking action implements the requirements of the 
Intermodal Safe Container Transportation Act of 1992. Motor carriers 
are prohibited from accepting a loaded intermodal container or trailer 
having a gross cargo weight of more than 10,000 lbs. prior to receiving 
written certification of the gross cargo weight and a reasonable 
description of the contents of the container or trailer. The 
certification must be provided by the person tendering the container or 
trailer for transportation. Carriers and intermediaries are required to 
forward such written certification to any subsequent carrier. It is 
illegal to coerce motor carriers to transport an intermodal container 
or trailer covered by the Act without the certification or with a 
weight that would cause the tractor-trailer combination to exceed 
applicable State law.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/14/93                    58 FR 37895
NPRM Comment Period End         09/13/93
NPRM Comment Period Reopened to 
10/28/93                        10/05/93                    58 FR 51800
Final Action                    12/29/94                    59 FR 67544
Final Action Effective          06/27/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/14/93 (58 FR 37895)

Additional Information: This rulemaking is considered to be a 
significant regulation under DOT regulatory policies and procedures 
because it affects other modal administrations of the Department and 
because of substantial public interest.

Agency Contact: Peter C. Chandler, Office of Motor Carrier Standards, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5763

RIN: 2125-AD14
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2513. REMOVAL OF OBSOLETE AND REDUNDANT REGULATIONS AND APPENDICES

Legal Authority:  49 USC app 2505; 49 USC 504; 49 USC 3102

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 391 to 392; 49 CFR 396; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is removing obsolete and redundant regulations and 
appendices from the FMCSRs. In addition, the FHWA is making minor 
technical changes in an effort to keep the FMCSRs current. The removal 
of obsolete and redundant regulations and appendices is one of the 
first actions taken by the FHWA following the agency's Zero-Base 
Regulatory Review public outreach sessions. The deletion of these 
regulations should result in the reduction of the paperwork burden on 
the industry without any reduction in safety benefits.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/10/94                     59 FR 1366
NPRM Comment Period End         03/11/94
Final Action                    11/23/94                    59 FR 60319
Final Action Effective          12/23/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/10/94 (59 FR 1366)

Agency Contact: Peter C. Chandler, Office of Motor Carrier Standards, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh [[Page 23699]] Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5763

RIN: 2125-AD28
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2514. TRAFFIC SURVEILLANCE AND CONTROL; TECHNICAL AMENDMENT

Legal Authority:  23 USC 101(a); 23 USC 104; 23 USC 105; 23 USC 105(d); 
23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 135; 23 USC 217; 23 USC 307; 23 USC 402(a)

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 655; 23 CFR 1.32; 23 CFR 1204.4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking makes a minor technical amendment to the 
Federal Highway Administration's regulations addressing requirements 
relating to traffic surveillance and control system projects. This 
action would amend 23 C.F.R. 655.409, which provides that traffic 
surveillance and control systems shall be based on a traffic 
engineering analysis. This section currently provides that the plan 
developed under this analysis is an operations plan. This action would 
change the name of the plan to an implementation plan. This change is 
necessary to more accurately reflect the FHWA's view of the character 
of such a plan. Because the plan requires States to address the 
requirements necessary to implement proposed traffic surveillance and 
control projects, including any needed legislation, systems design, 
procurement methods, construction management procedures, personnel, and 
budget resources, it is properly characterized as an implementation 
plan.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/01/94                    59 FR 33909
Final Action Effective          07/01/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: The FHWA has with good cause found that this 
action is exempt from the requirements of notice and opportunity for 
comment under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B) because such notice and comment is 
``impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public interest,'' 
within the meaning of this section. This action, in simply renaming a 
plan developed under traffic engineering analysis to implement traffic 
surveillance and control system projects, makes a minor, technical 
amendment. Therefore, the FHWA is not exercising discretion in a way 
that could be meaningfully affected by public comment.

Agency Contact: Morris Oliver, Highway Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 202 366-2251

RIN: 2125-AD36
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2515.  FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; TECHNICAL 
AMENDMENT

Legal Authority:  49 USC 10927 note; 49 USC 504; 49 USC 3102; 49 USC 
31136; 49 USC 31502; 49 USC 5101 et seq

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 387; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 392; 49 CFR 397; 49 CFR 
1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document amends the Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Regulations (FMCSRs) to provide nomenclature changes that will revise 
and update certain regulatory references and terms. Additionally, 
amendments are being made to revise existing hazardous materials 
classifications and descriptions to conform with the United Nations 
Recommendations on the Transportation of Dangerous Goods. Finally, a 
schedule of limits chart pertaining to motor carriers' financial 
responsibility has been removed because the information it contained 
was duplicative of that in another chart elsewhere in the regulations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/12/94                    59 FR 63921
Final Action Effective          01/11/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/12/94 (59 FR 63921)

Agency Contact: Brad A. Trullinger, Transportation Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5764

RIN: 2125-AD39
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________

2516.  CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES TEST REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31301 et seq; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 382; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the controlled substances and alcohol 
testing regulations to require a motor carrier to produce an annual 
summary only upon the demand of an FHWA representative, either as part 
of an inspection, investigation, or special study; or as part of the 
anti-drug management information system (MIS). The FHWA will use the 
data in investigations and to analyze its current approach to deterring 
and detecting alcohol and controlled substances misuse within the motor 
carrier industry and to modify program goals as appropriate.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/13/95                    60 FR 13369

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The FHWA finds that further notice and 
opportunity for comment are unnecessary under 5 USC 553(b)(3)(B) 
inasmuch as the annual summary issue has already been the subject of 
notice and comment rulemaking.

Agency Contact: Ronald Finn, Office of Motor Carrier Standards, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0647

RIN: 2125-AD47
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
______________________________________________________________________


2517.  NATIONAL STANDARDS FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; 
REVISION OF THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES

Legal Authority:  23 USC 101(a); 23 USC 104; 23 USC 105; 23 USC 209(d); 
23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 135; 23 USC 217; 23 USC 307; 23 USC 315

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 655; 23 CFR 1.32; 23 CFR 1204.4; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action makes errata corrections to part VI that was 
published in the Federal Register on [[Page 23700]] December 10, 1993. 
The MUTCD is incorporated by reference in 23 CFR part 655, subpart F 
and recognized as the national standard for traffic control on all 
public roads. This amendment is intended to improve the safety of 
workers, pedestrians and motorists in temporary traffic control zones. 
This amendment is also intended to improve traffic operations by 
providing more uniform application of traffic control devices in 
temporary traffic control zones.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/11/95                    60 FR 18520

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael E. Robinson, Highway Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2193

RIN: 2125-AD50



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2518. REVIEW: LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Standard 108 requires passenger cars sold after October 1, 
1985, to be equipped with center high-mounted stop lamps (CHMSLs). 
NHTSA undertook a staff evaluation of the safety effectiveness, 
benefits, and cost of CHMSLs. A preliminary report was published in 
March 1987 and an interim report in August 1989.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    10/01/85
Preliminary Evaluation Report 
Published                       03/20/87                     52 FR 9609
Interim Evaluation Report 
Published                       08/04/89                    54 FR 32153
Interim Evaluation Report 
Comments Reviewed and Docketed  02/21/90
End Review                      12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The evaluation report indicated that cars 
equipped with center high-mounted stop lamps were 17 percent less 
likely to be struck in the rear while braking than cars without the 
lamps.

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Acting Chief, Standards Evaluation 
Division, Office of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2560

RIN: 2127-AB76
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2519. STANDARD 105; HYDRAULIC BRAKE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.105

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Highway Safety Act of 1991 required the agency to publish 
by December 31, 1993, an ANPRM concerning potential improvements in its 
braking standards, such as a requirement for antilock brake systems in 
passenger vehicles (RIN 2127-AE47). The purpose of antilock brakes is 
to enhance the driver's control of the vehicle during emergency 
braking. Antilock brakes are currently available on many passenger cars 
and most light trucks. The accident statistics for cars and light 
trucks are being reviewed in support of the rulemaking process and 
because of public interest in antilock brakes.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    01/01/90
End Review                      06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Preliminary evaluation report docketed 12/15/
93. The report indicated that rear-wheel antilock brakes for light 
trucks significantly reduced the risk of nonfatal run-off-road crashes.

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Acting Chief, Standards Evaluation 
Division, Office of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2560

RIN: 2127-AC94
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2520. REVIEW: GLASS-PLASTIC WINDSHIELDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This review involves analysis of the costs, benefits, and 
operational performance of glass-plastic windshields regulated by 
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 205. This program was 
selected because of public interest and potential benefits.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    08/01/89
End Review                      04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Acting Chief, Standards Evaluation 
Division, Office of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2560

RIN: 2127-AD29


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[[Page 23701]]
2521. RULEMAKING TO DELETE ``DUE CARE'' PROVISIONS FROM THE 
OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION STANDARD

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In 1986, NHTSA added a provision to Standard No. 208, 
Occupant Crash Protection, allowing vehicles that fail one or more of 
the injury criteria in the standard to still be considered as complying 
with the standard if the manufacturer could show it had exercised ``due 
care'' in the design and construction of the vehicle. The Motor Vehicle 
Safety Act requires all safety standards to be expressed in ``objective 
terms.'' Further, the courts have held that compliance with safety 
standards must be determined by objective measurements and without 
recourse to any subjective determinations. The inherently subjective 
nature of a ``due care'' determination precludes the use of that 
concept as an aspect of compliance with the safety standards. 
Therefore, the ``due care'' provisions would be proposed to be deleted 
from the crash protection standard.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Edward Glancy, Senior Attorney Advisor, Office of the 
Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-2992

RIN: 2127-AD54
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2522. +REVIEW: PASSENGER CAR FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT PROTECTION 
(FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This standard requires the provision of automatic occupant 
protection in the front outboard seats of passenger cars after 
September 1, 1989. Air bags and automatic safety seat belts are being 
installed to meet the standard. The agency will analyze the actual road 
experience of vehicles equipped with automatic occupant protection to 
measure the reduction of fatalities and injuries, observe operational 
performance, and assess public acceptance and costs. The regulation was 
selected for review because of its costs, potential benefits, and 
public interest; this review is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    01/17/90                     55 FR 1586
Interim Evaluation Report       07/08/92                    57 FR 30293
End Review                      12/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Automatic occupant protection, State belt laws, 
and greater voluntary belt use amount to a winning combination that 
saves lives and reduces injury severity. Fatality risk of occupants in 
cars with air bags plus manual belts (at 1991 use rates) is 23 percent 
lower than in ``baseline'' cars with manual belts at 1983 use rates. 
Interim Evaluation Report comments reviewed and docketed 10/28/92.

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Acting Chief, Standards Evaluation 
Division, Office of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2560

RIN: 2127-AD82
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2523. RADIATOR SAFETY CAP

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency has 
requested comments on the feasibility of and necessity for rulemaking 
to require the installation of thermal locking radiator caps or other 
devices on motor vehicles with water-cooled engines to prevent scalding 
injuries. Although the notice referred only to thermal locking radiator 
caps, comments were solicited on any device or technology designed to 
prevent such scalding injuries. Petition was granted.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments; Comment 
Period End 08/09/93             06/10/93                    58 FR 32503


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE59
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2524. LATERAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.301

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition granted for rulemaking, the agency 
is considering whether to permit the certification of the lateral 
moving barrier crash requirement of FMVSS No. 301, Fuel System 
Integrity, with the side crash test conducted in compliance with FMVSS 
No. 214, Side Impact Protection.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments; Comment 
Period End 02/12/93             12/14/92                    57 FR 59041
Request for Comments; Comment 
Period Extended to 03/05/93     02/05/93                     58 FR 7266


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23702]] 

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE83
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2525. REVIEW: PASSENGER-CAR BACK SEAT OCCUPANT PROTECTION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208 requires 
passenger cars manufactured after December 11, 1989, to have Type 2 
(lap-and-shoulder) belts at the rear outboard seats. The agency will 
analyze the actual on-the-road experience of vehicles equipped with 
lap-and-shoulder belts in the rear seats to measure the reduction of 
fatalities and injuries relative to cars equipped only with lap belts. 
The regulation was selected for review because of public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    07/01/93
End Review                      04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Acting Chief, Stanards Evaluation 
Division, Office of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2560

RIN: 2127-AE95
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2526. COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.303

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is requesting comments to assess the need to 
regulate the fuel system integrity of vehicles with a gross vehicle 
weight rating (GVWR) of greater than 10,000 pounds that are fueled with 
compressed natural gas (CNG).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments; Comment 
Period Ends 07/05/94            05/06/94                    59 FR 23662


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Flanigan, General Engineer, Special Projects 
Staff, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4931

RIN: 2127-AF29
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2527. UPGRADE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.301

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing a possible amendment to upgrade the 
performance requirements relating to vehicle fires.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments; Comment 
Period End 02/12/93             12/14/92                    57 FR 59041
ANPRM                           04/12/95                    60 FR 18566
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/12/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF36
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2528.  RIDING IN CARGO BED OF PICKUP TRUCKS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 575.106

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to require manufacturers of pickup trucks to place 
some kind of warning or recommendation on the cargo beds and in the 
owner's manual stating the dangers of passengers riding in the cargo 
area of these vehicles. The petition was granted.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steve Kratzke, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5203

RIN: 2127-AF49
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2529.  CYLINDER REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.304

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering modifications to cylinder material requirements. Petitions 
are pending.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gary Woodford, General Engineer, Special Projects 
Staff, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4931

RIN: 2127-AF51
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2530.  REVIEW: ODOMETER FRAUD

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166 [[Page 23703]] 

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 580

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This review involves analysis of the incident rates and costs 
of odometer fraud and an assessment of state and Federal efforts to 
combat odometer fraud. Congress has directed the agency to conduct this 
review.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    04/00/95
End Review                      06/00/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Acting Chief, Standards Evaluation 
Division, Office of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2560

RIN: 2127-AF53
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2531.  +REVIEW: SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This standard requires passenger cars manufactured after 
September 1, 1996, to provide occupant protection when impacted in the 
side by a moving deformable barrier. The agency will compare the actual 
risk of occupant injury in side impact crashes of cars meeting the 
standard to the risk in pre-standard cars. The cost of the standard 
will also be estimated. This regulation was selected for review because 
of its costs, potential benefits, and public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    10/01/94
End Review                      12/00/99

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Acting Chief, Standards Evaluation 
Division, Office of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2560

RIN: 2127-AF54
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2532.  THEFT PREVENTION - 5-YEAR REPORT TO CONGRESS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 33112; 49 USC 33113(b)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, October 25, 1997.
The Anti Car Theft Act of 1992 was enacted on October 25, 1992.

Abstract: The standard requires certain passenger motor vehicles have 
identifying numbers or symbols to be placed on major parts to reduce 
the incidence of motor vehicle thefts by facilitating the tracking and 
recovering of parts from stolen vehicles. Five years after enactment of 
the Anti Car Theft Act of 1992, the Secretary of Transportation shall 
submit to congress a report on the effects of the standard on motor 
vehicle thefts and recoveries.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    07/00/95
End Review                      10/25/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Acting Chief, Standards Evaluation 
Division, Office of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2560

RIN: 2127-AF55
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2533.  CHILD BOOSTER SEATS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.213

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for reconsideration of a final rule 
published on July 21, 1994 (59 FR 37167), the agency is considering 
whether to revise a warning statement on the label placed on belt-
positioning boosters about where to place the shoulder portion of a 
lap/shoulder belt system when using a belt-positioning booster that has 
a removable shield.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/00/95

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Department of 
Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF61



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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2534. PROCEDURES FOR CONSIDERING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 4321 et seq (National Environmental Policy 
Act-NEPA)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 520

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NHTSA's regulation will be reviewed and reissued, as 
necessary, where it conflicts with or is duplicative of the regulations 
of Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), 40 CFR parts 1500-1508, and 
with DOT Order 5610.1C, each of which implements the National 
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), 42 USC 4321, et seq.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23704]] 

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Paul Atelsek, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2992

RIN: 2127-AB79
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2535. SEATING SYSTEMS PERFORMANCE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.207

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Environmental Research and Safety Technologists of Flagstaff, 
AZ, petitioned the agency to reexamine the general performance 
requirements of the standard. The ANPRM requested comments.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/04/89                    54 FR 40896
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/04/89                    54 FR 40896
Request for Comment: Comment 
Period End 01/22/93             11/23/92                    57 FR 54958


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Petitions for rulemaking were granted 07/24/89. 
See a related rulemaking action involving these petitioners under RIN 
2127-AC57.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AD08
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2536. +EXTEND ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM TO PASSENGER CARS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.105; 49 CFR 571.135

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 4, 1997. Other, Statutory, 
December 31, 1993.
Other deadline is for an ANPRM.

Abstract: The NHTSA Authorization Act of 1991 directs the agency to 
publish an ANPRM to consider the need for additional brake performance 
standards for passenger cars, including antilock brake systems (ABSs). 
The ANPRM laid out the issues that the agency needs to resolve in order 
to determine whether to proceed with rulemaking on light vehicle ABSs. 
This action is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Statement of Need: This rulemaking is undertaken because the primary 
benefit of ABS is its ability to prevent loss-of-control accidents 
caused by wheel lockup during braking by automatically controlling the 
amount of braking pressure applied to a wheel. This allows the driver 
to maintain steering control and lateral stability even in panic 
braking situations. An ABS typically enhances braking efficiency and as 
a consequence usually results in shorter stopping distances, 
particularly on low-friction surfaces, compared to the same vehicle 
without an ABS. Initial crash test data indicate that braking-induced 
loss-of-control crashes and inability-to-stop-in-time crashes are 
especially prevalent on wet or slippery roads, a condition in which 
ABSs would be most beneficial. In 1991, 11 percent of all fatal crashes 
and 18 percent of property-damage-only crashes occurred on wet or 
slippery roads.

Summary of the Legal Basis: In the Intermodal Surface Transportation 
Efficiency Act (ISTEA), NHTSA is directed to complete a rulemaking to 
consider the need for any additional brake performance requirements for 
passenger cars, including antilock brake system (ABS) requirements. 
Rulemaking is to be completed within 36 months of the ANPRM (1/4/94 59 
FR 281).

Alternatives: The primary alternative would be to let the market 
determine the extent to which the ABS is installed on passenger cars 
and light trucks. In the 1993 model year, approximately 40 percent of 
passenger cars and 80 percent of light trucks were equipped with ABS. 
NHTSA estimates that 85 percent of new passenger cars and all new light 
trucks will be equipped with at least 2 rear-wheel ABS by model year 
1999/2000, even without a requirement for the system.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: Costs:
The unit cost of ABSs for passenger cars is $526. For light trucks, the 
incremental cost of four-wheel vs. two-wheel ABSs is $231 per unit. The 
cost of ABS for the new model year fleet is $737 million for passenger 
cars and $345 million for light trucks, for a total of $1,082 million.
Benefits:
Passenger cars: The agency does not have sufficient data to evaluate 
the effectiveness of four-wheel antilock brakes on passenger cars. 
Preliminary analysis of the accident data available at this time does 
not indicate that a passenger car ABS reduces the number or severity of 
crashes. However, this analysis only considered early-model 
applications of ABSs that typically were installed in higher-
performance/luxury-model automobiles. As additional and more 
conventional passenger cars are equipped with ABSs and become more 
prevalent in the on-road vehicle population, the agency will further 
analyze crash data to examine the real-world performance of the systems 
in a broader spectrum of vehicles and uses.
Light trucks: The agency's preliminary evaluation of a rear-wheel ABS 
indicates that it is effective on light trucks in reducing the number 
of nonfatal run-off-road crashes--rollovers and side and frontal 
impacts with fixed objects. Analysis of State accident files found that 
a rear-wheel ABS was effective in such crashes in reducing the risk of 
nonfatal rollover and side impacts with fixed objects for almost every 
type of truck, under any type of road condition. Reductions of rollover 
were typically in the 30-40 percent range, reductions of side impacts 
with fixed objects in the 15-30 percent range, and reductions of 
frontal impacts with fixed objects in the 5-20 percent range. The risk 
of collisions with pedestrians, animals, bicycles, trains, or on-road 
objects was also significantly reduced, by about 5-15 percent. The 
agency does not have sufficient data at this time to evaluate whether 
rear-wheel antilock is effective in reducing fatal light-truck run-off-
road crashes.

Risks: ABS will be directed against the following risks:
For passenger cars, in 1992 there were 402,000 crashes, involving 
272,000 [[Page 23705]] injuries and 2,500 fatalities, in which brakes 
were applied; of these, 140,000 crashes, involving 74,000 injuries and 
500 fatalities, occurred when brakes were applied in wet, icy, or snowy 
conditions.
For light trucks, there were 146,000 crashes, involving 102,000 
injuries and 1,400 fatalities, in which brakes were applied; of these, 
49,000 crashes, involving 25,000 injuries and 300 fatalities, occurred 
when brakes were applied in wet, icy, or snowy conditions.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/04/94                      59 FR 281
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/07/94
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
04/06/94                        03/08/94                    59 FR 10779
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: This entry was formerly titled: Passenger Car 
Brake Performance.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE47
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2537. UNIFORM GUIDELINES FOR STATE HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 1205

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 1204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 
(ISTEA) (Pub. L. 102-240) requires the Secretary to ensure that the 
uniform guidelines for State highway safety programs include each of 
six key areas (Speed Control, Occupant Protection, Driving While 
Impaired, Motorcycle Safety, School Bus Safety, and Police Traffic 
Services). The existing guidelines include four of the six areas 
identified, but do not include Speed Control or Occupant Protection. 
The agency requested comments on new guidelines to address these two 
areas and to consider other changes to the Uniform Guidelines for State 
Highway Safety Programs.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments; Comment 
Period Ends 02/28/94            01/14/94                     59 FR 2320
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This is a joint action with Federal Highway 
Administration.

Agency Contact: Marlene Markison, Office of Regional Operations, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
0166

RIN: 2127-AE90
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2538. TIRES ON NEW TRAILERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.120

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to allow the use of retread tires on new trailers. 
Petition was granted.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF05
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2539. +LIGHT TRUCK AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY STANDARDS FOR MYS 1998 
THROUGH 2006

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 32902

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 533

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 1996.

Abstract: The agency is beginning to develop a proposal for light truck 
average fuel economy standards for model years after 1997 and is 
requesting comments to assist the agency in developing the proposal. 
This action is considered significant because of the impact on 
manufacturers, the interest shown by consumers, and the potential 
significant effects on the automotive marketplace.

Statement of Need: The agency has tentatively determined that it is 
necessary to change the way it has been setting light-truck corporate 
average fuel economy (CAFE) standards and establish them far enough in 
advance to require significant fuel economy improvements. The reasons 
are: first, the need of the Nation to conserve energy is increasing; 
second, there is a current lack of consumer demand or other market 
pressure for manufacturers to improve light-truck fuel economy; third, 
the continued growth in market share of those vehicles means more of 
these relatively low-fuel-economy vehicles are being driven; and 
fourth, there is increased concern in recent years about the impact of 
cars, light trucks, and other personal vehicles on global warming.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Under 15 U.S.C. 2002, NHTSA is required to 
establish light truck CAFE standards for each model year. The standards 
are required to be established at least 18 months before the beginning 
of each model year.

Alternatives: No specific alternative levels of light-truck fuel 
economy standards were proposed in an ANPRM published April 6, 1994. 
The ANPRM did discuss estimates made by the National Academy of 
Sciences (NAS) in its April 1992 report, ``Automotive Fuel Economy--How 
Far Should We Go?'' The NAS report's estimates of the costs and 
benefits of ``technically achievable'' levels of fuel economy should 
not be taken as NAS' recommendation as to what future fuel economy 
standards should be. NAS offered two estimates of the ``technically 
achievable'' levels of fuel economy for both MYs 2001 and 2006. The 
lower estimate was given with a high degree of confidence that the 
light truck fleet could achieve such a level. The higher CAFE level was 
given with a lower degree of confidence that the fleet could achieve 
that level [[Page 23706]] due to unidentified uncertainties. The range 
of values are:
Model Year NAS Technically Achievable:
2001: 24 - 25 mpg; 2006: 26 - 28 mpg.
These estimates did not include large vans and large utility vehicles. 
While large vans and large utility vehicles combined make up only 7.9 
percent of current sales, they represent heavier vehicles with lower 
fuel economy than the average vehicle considered by NAS. Also, the 
fleet fuel economy averages do not represent any particular 
manufacturer's capability, which the agency must consider in setting 
fuel economy standards.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The NAS committee estimated the likely 
increases in costs to consumers of improved fuel economy. The agency 
calculated the expected increases in the average price of new light 
trucks in MY 2006 associated with the technically achievable levels, 
using the data contained in the NAS study. The agency estimates that, 
at a higher-confidence fuel economy level, the incremental retail price 
equivalent for improved fuel economy ranges from $573 to $1,331 per 
vehicle, and at a lower-confidence fuel economy level, the range is 
from $1,205 to $2,443 per vehicle.
Relative to the MY 1997 standard of 20.7 mpg, at the 24 mpg and 25 mpg 
levels described in the NAS report as ``technically achievable'' for 
light trucks in MY 2001, the per-truck lifetime fuel consumption would 
be reduced by 1,002 to 1,253 gallons, respectively. At the 26 mpg and 
28 mpg levels described in the NAS report as ``technically achievable'' 
for light trucks in MY 2006, the per-truck lifetime fuel consumption 
would be reduced by 1,485 and 1,899 gallons, respectively.
Using recent DOE fuel price projections (and a 7 percent annual 
discount rate), the present values of the above fuel savings per 
vehicle would be $963-$1,204 at the 24-25 mpg fuel economy levels and 
$1,427-$1,826 at the 26-28 mpg levels.

Risks: If such higher fuel economy levels are attained, there would be 
substantial petroleum savings for the nation as a whole. A 5-million 
units/year light truck fleet with an average fuel economy rating of 
20.7 mpg would consume about 867 million barrels of petroleum over its 
operating life. At average fuel economy levels of 24.0-25.0 mpg, this 
figure would be reduced by 14-17 percent, respectively. At 26.0-28.0 
mpg, this figure would be reduced by 20-26 percent, respectively.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/06/94                    59 FR 16324
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/04/94
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Orron Kee, Chief, Motor Vehicle Requirements, Office of 
Market Incentives, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0846

RIN: 2127-AF16
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2540. UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 575.104

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is soliciting comments on ways to improve the 
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard (UTQGS) to make ratings more 
meaningful to the tire-buying public and whether to add tire rolling 
resistance to the current list of information: treadwear, traction, and 
temperature resistance.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/25/94                    59 FR 19686
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/24/94
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Yolene Young, Engineer, Office of Market Incentives, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4797

RIN: 2127-AF17
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2541. FRACTIONAL BALANCE HEADLAMP AIM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to permit fractional-balance-type optical aiming as 
an acceptable method for headlamp aimability performance. Petition was 
granted.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF24
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2542. RIGID PLASTICS IN WINDOWS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to allow rigid plastics in side windows rearward of 
the ``C'' pillar. Petition was granted.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/14/95                    60 FR 13688
NPRM Comment Period End         05/15/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of [[Page 23707]] Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF28
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2543. DRIVING RANGE DETERMINATION FOR DUAL FUEL ELECTRIC PASSENGER 
AUTOMOBILES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 32901; 49 USC 32905; 49 USC 32906

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 538

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency has requested comments to assist in developing a 
proposal for a minimum driving range for dual-fueled electric passenger 
automobiles or hybrid electric vehicles.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comment             09/22/94                    59 FR 48589
Comment Period End              11/21/94
NPRM                            09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/00/95

Agency Contact: Orron Kee, Chief, Motor Vehicle Requirements Division, 
Office of Market Incentives, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0846

RIN: 2127-AF37
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2544. TEST DEVICE PLACEMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30168

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.216

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for rulemaking, this action is 
requesting comments on what changes, if any, are needed to the roof 
crush compliance testing. Petitions were granted.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comment Comment 
Period End 02/10/95             12/27/94                    59 FR 66504


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF40
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2545. INCREASE FEMUR FLEXION MOTION OF THE HYBRID III TEST DUMMY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to provide a more precise characterization of the 
femur motion range to assure uniform flexion between right and left 
femurs and between dummies made by different manufacturers. Petitions 
were granted.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF41
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2546. ELECTRIC VEHICLE SAFETY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 1.50; 49 CFR 501.8

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is requesting public comment to help assess the 
need to regulate electric vehicles (EVs) with respect to battery 
electrolyte spillage in a crash or rollover, and electric shock hazard 
in a crash or rollover, and during repair and maintenance.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comment             09/30/94                    59 FR 49901
Comment Period End              11/29/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gary Woodford, Engineer, Special Projects Staff, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4931

RIN: 2127-AF43
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2547.  +CERTIFICATION OF CHILD RESTRAINTS FOR USE ON 
AIRCRAFT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.213

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency approved harnesses and backless child restraint 
systems (backless booster seats or shield-type booster seats) for use 
in aircraft. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is concerned 
about the safety of these child restraint systems being used on 
aircraft. If FAA were to ban these restraints, a certification could 
mislead or confuse consumers. The agency believes there should be no 
confusion about the suitability of these restraints on aircraft. 
Therefore, this proposal will require manufacturers to label these 
restraints as not being for aircraft use. This action is considered 
significant because of the substantial public interest in issues 
involving child seats on aircraft and because of special interest to 
another model Administration.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety [[Page 23708]] Standards, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF46
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2548.  CONVERSION OF VEHICLES TO COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.303

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is considering specifications for converting 
vehicles to run on compressed natural gas. These requirements would be 
used in lieu of crash testing, which the standard requires.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Chris Flanigan, General Engineer, Special Project 
Staff, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4931

RIN: 2127-AF50
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2549.  THEFT DATA FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1993

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 33104(b)(4)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will publish the final theft data on passenger 
motor vehicles that occurred in calendar year 1993. The draft data 
indicate the overall vehicle theft rate in 1993. Publication of this 
data will fulfill the agency's statutory obligation to periodically 
obtain accurate and timely data and to publish the information for 
review and comment.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barbara Gray, Chief, Motor Vehicle Theft Group, Office 
of Market Incentives, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-1740

RIN: 2127-AF56
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2550.  THEFT DATA FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1994

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 33104(b)(4)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will publish the final theft data on passenger 
motor vehicles that occurred in calendar year 1994. The theft data 
indicate the overall vehicle theft rate in 1994. Publication of this 
data fulfill the agency's obligation to periodically obtain accurate 
and timely data and publish the information for review and comment.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barbara Gray, Chief, Motor Vehicle Theft Group, Office 
of Market Incentives, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-1740

RIN: 2127-AF57
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2551.  HIGH THEFT LINES FOR MODEL YEAR 1996

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 33104

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will determine the likely high-theft lines that 
are subject to the parts marking requirements of the theft prevention 
standard and high theft-lines that are exempted from the parts marking 
for model year 1996.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barbara Gray, Chief, Motor Vehicle Theft Group, Office 
of Market Incentives, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-1740

RIN: 2127-AF58
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________


2552.  RETROREFLECTIVE CONSPICUITY SYSTEM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to simplify the retroreflective 
conspicuity system for the rear of truck tractors. Truck tractors 
operating without trailers have much less rear lighting than other 
trucks and suffer a disproportionately high ratio of nighttime 
accidents in which they are struck in the rear.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/00/95

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-1810

RIN: 2127-AF59


[[Page 23709]] 
______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2553. +CRASHWORTHINESS RATINGS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would require manufacturers to disseminate 
crashworthiness performance information concerning their cars to the 
public, to provide consumers with comparative information on the 
crashworthiness performance of new car models. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of the impact on manufacturers, the 
interest shown by consumers, and the potential significant effects on 
the automotive marketplace.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/22/81                     46 FR 7025
Comment Period Extended to 10/
22/81                           04/02/81                    46 FR 19947
NPRM Comment Period End         04/22/81                     46 FR 7025


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Draft Regulatory Evaluation 01/22/81 (46 FR 7025)

Additional Information: Docket No. 79-17. NPRM, Notice 1.

Agency Contact: Stanley Scheiner, Director, Office of Market 
Incentives, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-1740

RIN: 2127-AA03
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2554. +TRUCK REAR UNDERRIDE PROTECTION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On January 8, 1981 (46 FR 2136), the agency published a 
notice of proposed rulemaking on rear underride crashes relative to 
small vehicles colliding with the rear of a heavy vehicle (a vehicle 
with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) greater than 10,000 pounds). 
Rear underride occurs when the front of the smaller vehicle slides 
under (``underrides'') the rear end of the larger vehicle. The agency 
received over 100 comments on the proposal, some of which raised issues 
about possible alternatives to the proposal and about the burdens of 
the proposal on small businesses. The SNPRM sought to retain the safety 
benefits of the earlier proposal while meeting the concerns about 
potential small business impacts. This rulemaking is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/08/81                     46 FR 2136
NPRM Comment Period End         04/08/81                     46 FR 2136
SNPRM; Comment Period End 03/04/
92                              01/03/92                      57 FR 252
SNPRM Comment Period Reopened to 
06/08/92                        04/09/92                    57 FR 12289
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/03/92 (57 FR 252)

Additional Information: Docket No. 1-11. NPRM, Notice 8.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AA43
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2555. +FLAMMABILITY OF INTERIOR MATERIALS - SCHOOL BUSES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.302

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking requested comments 
regarding possible upgrade of Standard 302 to reduce the risk of fire 
to school bus occupants. This rulemaking is significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/04/88                    53 FR 44627
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/03/89                    53 FR 44627
Request for Comments; Comment 
Period End 04/29/91             02/26/91                     56 FR 7826
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AA44
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2556. +REDUCE HEAD INJURIES DUE TO CONTACT WITH UPPER VEHICLE 
INTERIOR

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.201; 49 CFR 571.205; 49 CFR 571.206; 49 CFR 
571.214

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, January 31, 1993. Final, Statutory, 
February 28, 1995.

Abstract: This action concerns improved head impact protection from 
interior components of passenger cars, that is, from roof rails, 
pillars, and front headers. This rulemaking action and notice of a 
publication date for the NPRM are required by the NHTSA Authorization 
Act of 1991. This action is considered significant because of safety 
and cost implications.

Statement of Need: This rulemaking is undertaken to alleviate the 
problem that head impacts with the pillars, roof side rails, windshield 
header, and rear header result in nearly 3,400 passenger car and light 
truck occupant fatalities and 26,000 moderate-to-critical passenger car 
and light truck occupant injuries annually. The vast majority of these 
fatalities and serious injuries are attributable to impacts with upper 
interior components in the front of the vehicle, that is, components 
from the B-pillar forward. Although airbags [[Page 23710]] decrease the 
number of head impacts with the front header and A-pillars, the agency 
has found a number of cases with front header and A-pillar strikes even 
though the air bag deployed.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Many occupant injuries and fatalities 
result from head impacts with upper vehicle interiors. In 1980, the 
agency initiated a research program to support upgrading the current 
interior impact standard to provide occupant protection in these 
impacts. The agency was then directed by the Intermodal Surface 
Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) to improve head-impact protection 
from interior components of passenger cars, that is, from roof rails, 
pillars, and front headers. A final rule is to be published within 24 
months of the NPRM (2/8/93 58 FR 7506).

Alternatives: Two sets of alternatives were analyzed. The first relates 
to the injury criteria. The injury criteria are known as Head Injury 
Criteria (HICs). The higher the HIC, the greater the possibility of 
serious injury. The first set of alternatives is whether an HIC of 
1,000 would be applicable to all components or whether an HIC of 1,000 
would be applicable to all components except side components, and an 
HIC of 800 would apply to side components. A lower HIC for side 
components may be appropriate since research shows the side of the head 
is more susceptible to injury than the front of the head. The second 
set of alternatives relates to whether the amendments would be 
applicable to both the front and rear seating areas of passenger cars 
and light trucks.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: At an HIC of 1,000, costs were 
estimated at $29 per passenger car and $45 per light truck. At HICs of 
800/1,000, costs were estimated at $49 per passenger car and $68 per 
light trucks.
Benefits were estimated for the injury-level alternatives. The 
Abbreviated Injury Scale (AIS) is used to rank injuries by level of 
severity. An AIS 1 injury is a minor one, while an AIS 6 injury is one 
that is currently untreatable and fatal. The benefits were estimated as 
follows:
If an HIC of 1,000 is required, injuries resulting from head impacts in 
passenger cars per year would be reduced between 862 and 1,114 
fatalities and between 575 and 708 AIS 2-5 injuries; injuries in light 
trucks would be reduced between 276 and 281 fatalities and between 108 
to 116 AIS 2-5 injuries.
If an HIC of 800/1,000 is required, head-impact injuries would be 
reduced for passenger cars between 1,054 and 1,323 fatalities and 
between 572 and 1,188 AIS 2-5 injuries; injuries in light trucks would 
be reduced between 291 and 311 fatalities and between 269 and 290 AIS 
2-5 injuries.

Risks: Estimated annual head/face injuries from contacting upper 
interior components are 2,942 fatalities and 22,844 AIS 2-5 injuries in 
passenger cars and 409 fatalities and 3,162 AIS 2-5 injuries in light 
trucks; a total of 3,351 fatalities and 26,006 AIS 2-5 injuries.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           08/19/88                    53 FR 31712
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/18/88
Notice of Intent                06/05/92                    57 FR 24008
NPRM                            02/08/93                     58 FR 7506
NPRM Comment Period End         04/09/93
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/08/93 (58 FR 7506)

Additional Information: This entry was formerly titled: Side-Impact 
Protection, Head/Neck Protection, and Occupant Ejection Mitigation. The 
agency published on 10/20/93 (58 FR 54099) a notice of a public hearing 
and reopened the comment period until 12/01/93. This title has since 
been revised the second time.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AB85
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2557. +LIGHTING SIMPLIFICATION--POTENTIAL AMENDMENTS ON LONG-TERM 
ISSUES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NHTSA proposes a comprehensive review of headlighting 
requirements of FMVSS No. 108 which may be simplified, while being 
consistent with motor-vehicle safety. The agency has concentrated its 
efforts into five principal areas. This action addresses the first of 
these, which is the feasibility of a standard directed toward onboard 
original-equipment headlighting performance rather than toward 
performance of individual aftermarket headlamps in a laboratory 
environment. This action is considered significant because of safety 
implications. Based on comments received, a second NPRM was issued.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/22/85                    50 FR 42735
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
03/06/86                        01/14/86                     51 FR 1542
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/21/86
NPRM                            12/29/87                    52 FR 49038
NPRM Comment Period End         03/28/88
SNPRM; Second                   05/09/89                    54 FR 20084
Correction to Second SNPRM      05/19/89                    54 FR 21727


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Preliminary Regulatory Evaluation 12/29/87 (52 FR 49038)

Additional Information: Docket No. 85-15, Notice 1.
Docket No. 85-15, Notice 2. In response to comments to the SNPRM, 
additional research has been initiated as to vehicle-based roadway 
illumination performance requirements. RIN 2127-AD69, Vehicle Based 
Roadway Illumination Performance Requirement, was terminated as a 
duplicate entry in the April 1991 Agenda.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AB87


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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[[Page 23711]]
2558. +SCHOOL BUS BODY JOINT STRENGTH

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.221

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposed to clarify and expand procedures for 
testing school bus body joint strength; to revise the exemption 
provided for maintenance access panels on school bus bodies; and to 
extend the scope of the standard to include all school buses, including 
those of GVWR of 10,000 pounds or less. This rulemaking is significant 
because of substantial public and congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/15/87                    52 FR 23314
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/03/87                    52 FR 23314
Comment Period Extended to 10/
15/87                           08/12/87                    52 FR 29873
NPRM                            03/15/91                    56 FR 11142
NPRM Comment Period End         05/14/91
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/15/91 (56 FR 11142)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AC19
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2559. FUEL SPILLAGE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 552; 49 CFR 571

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing to require vehicles equipped with a crossover line connecting 
dual fuel tanks to comply with requirements that would reduce the 
likelihood of fuel spillage. Petition was granted. Comments have been 
requested on the difference between the agency's proposed test 
procedures and requirements and those of the Society of Automotive 
Engineers.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/17/94                    59 FR 25590
NPRM Comment Period End         07/18/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/17/94 (59 FR 25590)

Additional Information: This entry was formerly titled Fuel System 
Integrity, Fuel Spillage.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AC62
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2560. +ROLLOVER PROTECTION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 575

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, May 31, 1992. Final, Statutory, March 
3, 1994.
NHTSA may issue either an ANPRM or NPRM.

Abstract: As part of its comprehensive efforts to address the problem 
of light vehicle rollover, the agency is proposing a new consumer 
information regulation that will require that passenger cars, and light 
multipurpose passenger vehicles and trucks be labeled with information 
about their resistance to rollover. This action is considered 
significant as it concerns a matter of substantial public interest. The 
rulemaking to establish a new standard will be terminated.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/03/92                      57 FR 242
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/03/92
NPRM                            06/28/94                    59 FR 33254
NPRM Correction                 07/26/94                    59 FR 38038
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
10/21/94                        08/26/94                    59 FR 44121
NPRM Comment Period End         08/29/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/28/94 (59 FR 33254)

Additional Information: A notice of availability of a planning document 
for this rulemaking was published 09/29/92 (57 FR 44721).

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AC64
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2561. BRAKE LINING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.105

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Petitions from R. Grabowsky and American Trucking Association 
(ATA) requested initiation of rulemaking concerning brake linings (all 
vehicles and aftermarket). Mr. Grabowsky petitioned relative to 
stability, friction level, fade, wear, and identification of linings. 
ATA petitioned relative to friction level and identification of linings 
for heavy vehicles only. Petitions concerned both performance levels 
and test procedures, and were granted.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
[[Page 23712]] Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AC66
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2562. +FILM TRANSMITTANCE OF GLAZING MATERIALS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A rulemaking petition was granted which requested an 
amendment be made to the standard which would allow the applications of 
a film with 35 percent transmittance to the windows of motor vehicles. 
This project is considered significant because of the substantial 
public and congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/20/89                    54 FR 30427
Petition for Rulemaking Granted 07/20/89                    54 FR 30427
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/18/89                    54 FR 30427
NPRM                            01/22/92                     57 FR 2496
NPRM Comment Period End         03/23/92
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
05/22/92                        03/25/92                    57 FR 10327
NPRM Correction                 04/09/92                    57 FR 12286


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/22/92 (57 FR 2496)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AC85
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2563. INCENTIVE GRANT CRITERIA FOR DRUNK-DRIVING-PREVENTION 
PROGRAMS (SECTION 410)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  23 USC 1205; 44 USC 3501

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 1313

Legal Deadline: None
NHTSA was required to publish a final rule by November 18, 1989.

Abstract: This interim final rule is to provide guidance to the States 
before the end of this fiscal year (1994) with respect to the criterion 
for a supplemental grant for States that consider drivers under the age 
of 21 years, who operate a vehicle while having a BAC of 0.02 or 
greater to be driving while intoxicated. At the same time, the agency 
is requesting comments on this interim final rule.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/09/94                    59 FR 40470
Interim Rule Comment Period End 
10/11/94                        08/09/94                    59 FR 40470
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/09/94 (59 FR 40470)

Additional Information: An interim final rule was published on 06/30/92 
(57 FR 29003) to change Part 1313 to conform to Section 2004 of the 
Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA). At 
the same time, the agency published a request for comments. On 10/06/
92, PL 102-388 was signed, making technical corrections to section 410. 
On 04/23/93 (58 FR 21649), a final rule was published, responding to 
the comments received on the 06/30/92 notice.

Agency Contact: Marlene Markison, Chief, Program Support, Office of 
Regional Operations, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 7th St. SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-0166

RIN: 2127-AD01
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2564. +WHEELCHAIR LIFTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would establish new requirements for wheelchair 
lifts used on motor vehicles. This is significant due to substantial 
public interest in transportation of the handicapped.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/26/93                    58 FR 11562
NPRM Comment Period End         04/27/93
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/26/93 (58 FR 11562)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AD50
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2565. ISSUANCE, AMENDMENT, AND REVOCATION OF RULES: PROCEDURAL 
REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 32302; 49 USC 32502; 
49 USC 32705; 49 USC 32711

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 553.39

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to amend one provision of the 
procedural regulations that apply to the issuance, amendment, and 
revocation of rules under NHTSA's statutory authority. The provision 
addresses the time within which affected persons may seek judicial 
review of a final rule if a petition for agency reconsideration of that 
rule has been filed.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/31/90                    55 FR 45825
NPRM Correction                 11/08/90                    55 FR 47028
NPRM Comment Period End         12/17/90


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/31/90 (55 FR 45825)

Agency Contact: Kenneth Weinstein, Assistant Chief Counsel, Department 
of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 
[[Page 23713]] Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5263

RIN: 2127-AD78
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2566. SEAT ADJUSTMENT POSITION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.210

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency solicited comments on a proposal to amend the 
performance requirements of the standard to provide that the lap belt 
angle would be measured for rear adjustable seats with the seats in the 
rearmost adjustment position. This proposal is intended to resolve 
ambiguities regarding the seat adjustment position for the current 
requirements.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/04/91                    56 FR 63473
NPRM Correction                 12/17/91                    56 FR 65541
NPRM Comment Period End         02/03/92


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/04/91 (56 FR 63473)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE22
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2567. EMERGENCY EXIT REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-SCHOOL BUSES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.217

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency published a proposal to permit non-school buses to 
meet either the current non-school bus requirements or the new upgraded 
school bus requirements (57 FR 49413, RIN-2127-AC88), a completed 
action in the April 1993 Agenda.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/02/92                    57 FR 49444
NPRM Comment Period End         01/04/93
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/02/92 (57 FR 49444)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE25
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2568. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS OF MULTISTAGE VEHICLES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 567; 49 CFR 568; 49 CFR 1.50

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposed to amend the certification requirement 
that applies to incomplete vehicles other than chassis-cabs. Incomplete 
vehicles are vehicles that include at least a frame and chassis 
structure, power train, steering system, suspension system, and brake 
system, but need further manufacturing performed on them to become 
completed vehicles. This action would extend the certification 
requirements currently applying to chassis-cabs to all types of 
incomplete vehicles.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/03/91                    56 FR 61392
NPRM Comment Period End         01/31/92
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
03/02/92                        02/03/92                     57 FR 3983


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/03/91 (56 FR 61392)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE27
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2569. +DYNAMIC TESTING OF LIGHT TRUCKS AND VANS FOR SIDE IMPACT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.214

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, May 31, 1992. Final, Statutory, 
August 5, 1994.
Action must be completed within 26 months of ANPRM publication.

Abstract: The agency is proposing to extend dynamic side impact 
protection to multipurpose passenger vehicles, trucks and buses with a 
gross vehicle weight rating of 8,500 pounds or less and an unloaded 
vehicle weight of 5,500 pounds or less. This proposal will require that 
each of these vehicles must protect its occupant in a full-scale 
dynamic crash test in which the vehicle is struck on either side by a 
moving deformable barrier simulating another vehicle. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest .

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/05/92                    57 FR 24009
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/04/92
NPRM                            06/15/94                    59 FR 30756
NPRM Comment Period End         08/15/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/15/94 (59 FR 30756)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE49


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23714]]
2570. REFEREE MATERIAL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.106; 49 CFR 571.116

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition, the agency published a proposed 
amendment to the standards to specify a new referee material to be used 
in the compatibility testing of brake hoses and brake fluids.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/30/92                    57 FR 49162
NPRM Comment Period End         12/14/92


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/30/92 (57 FR 49162)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE58
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2571. CONSUMER INFORMATION REGULATION - VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 575.101

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency published a notice proposing to amend the Consumer 
Information Regulations by rescinding the requirement that motor 
vehicle manufacturers provide information about vehicle stopping 
distance.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/23/92                    57 FR 54962
NPRM Comment Period End         01/07/93
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/23/92 (57 FR 54962)

Agency Contact: Henrietta Spinner, Program Analyst, Office of Market 
Incentives, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-4797

RIN: 2127-AE61
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2572. BUS WINDOW EMERGENCY EXIT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.217

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a rulemaking petition, this action has 
proposed to allow windows that slide into the bus body panel to be used 
to meet emergency exit requirements. Also, manufacturers would be 
allowed to install either two sliding emergency exit windows or an 
emergency exit door as the first means of satisfying the recently 
issued requirements for additional emergency exits on school buses.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/93                    58 FR 63321
NPRM Correction                 12/22/93                    58 FR 67909
NPRM Comment Period End         01/31/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/01/93 (58 FR 63321)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE62
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2573. STANDARDIZED DISPLAY OF CERTIFICATION LABELS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 567; 49 CFR 571.115

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency would 
amend its vehicle certification regulation to require the standardized 
display of a permanent metal vehicle manufacturer's label for all 
vehicles exceeding 10,000 lbs GVWR. Suggestions that the label be of 
heavy gauge metal and that trailer labels get special protection are 
denied.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/26/94                    59 FR 49038
NPRM Comment Period End         11/25/94
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/26/94 (59 FR 49038)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE71
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2574. INSURER REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR OCTOBER 1995

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 33112

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 544

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NHTSA proposes to update its lists in appendices A, B, and C 
of part 544 of passenger motor vehicle insurers that are required to 
file reports on their motor vehicle theft loss experiences. If these 
revised appendices are adopted in a final rule, each insurer included 
in any of these appendices must file a report for the 1992 calendar 
year not later than October 25, 1995. Further, as long as they remain 
listed, they must submit reports by each subsequent October 25. 
[[Page 23715]] 

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/19/95                     60 FR 3830
NPRM Comment Period End         03/20/95
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/19/95 (60 FR 3830)

Agency Contact: Barbara Gray, Chief, Motor Vehicle Theft Group, Office 
of Market Incentives, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-1740

RIN: 2127-AE94
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2575. MINIATURE AND NONFILAMENT LIGHT SOURCES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency has proposed to relieve design restrictions that 
may inadvertently prevent the implementation of certain new-technology 
light sources in signal lamps.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/08/94                    59 FR 16788
NPRM Comment Period End         06/07/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/08/94 (59 FR 16788)

Additional Information: This action answers a petition for rulemaking 
under RIN 2127-AF20, the issues of which have been consolidated, 
herein. The title of RIN 2127-AF20: Specifications for Light Emitting 
Diode.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE97
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2576. TEST PROCEDURES FOR TRANSMISSION AND KEY LOCKING REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.114

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing to incorporate specified test procedures for determining 
compliance with the transmission and key locking requirements. Petition 
was granted. The theft-prevention provision would be amended to prevent 
key removal only when the shift lever or other shifting mechanism is 
fully placed in any designated shift position other than ``park''.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/14/94                    59 FR 11750
NPRM Comment Period End         05/13/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/14/94 (59 FR 11750)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE99
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2577. REDEFINE REPLACEABLE BULB HEADLAMPS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 39 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency 
published a request for comments in 1993. Based on comments received, 
this action is proposing to permit replaceable lenses on integral beam 
and replaceable bulb headlamps that incorporate on-board headlamp 
aimers, provided that such headlamps meet more rigorous environmental 
tests. Petition was granted.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments; Comment 
Period End 09/27/93             08/12/93                    58 FR 42924
NPRM                            11/21/94                    59 FR 59975
NPRM Comment Period End         02/21/95
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/21/94 (59 FR 59975)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF00
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2578. AIR-OVER-HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to include a definition of air-over-hydraulic brake 
subsystem. Such a definition would clarify the classification and 
compliance requirements for this brake system. Petition was granted.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/11/94                    59 FR 35298
NPRM Comment Period End         09/09/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/11/94 (59 FR 35298)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 [[Page 23716]] Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF01
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2579. TEST DUMMIES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR TESTING CHILD RESTRAINT 
SYSTEMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.213

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposed that tests for certification of child 
restraints use two of three approved child dummies within the relevant 
weight and height range.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/16/94                    59 FR 12225
NPRM Comment Period End         05/16/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/16/94 (59 FR 12225)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF02
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2580. HEAVY VEHICLE BURNISH PROCEDURES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.105; 49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for rulemaking, this action proposed 
to amend the standards by extending, for an additional 18 months, the 
period during which there is a choice between the two burnish 
procedures. An interim final rule was published at the same time to 
extend the period during which manufacturers may comply with either 
burnish requirement until September 1, 1994.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/30/93                    58 FR 45476
Interim Final Rule              08/30/93                    58 FR 45459
NPRM Comment Period End         09/29/93
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/30/93 (58 FR 45459)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF13
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2581. COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FUEL CONTAINERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.303

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On January 21, 1993 (59 FR 5323) the agency proposed a new 
Federal motor vehicle safety standard related to Compressed Natural Gas 
Fuel Containers (CNG) (RIN 2127-AD48). In that action the agency 
proposed several requirements to ensure the safety of CNG containers 
including a burst requirement to evaluate the container's initial 
strength and its degradation over time. The agency specified 
performance requirements applicable to CNG fuel containers: a pressure 
cycling test evaluates a container's durability; a burst test evaluates 
a container's initial strength; and a bonfire test evaluates a 
container's pressure relief characteristics, and labeling requirements. 
These actions were published in the NPRM. This SNPRM proposes 
additional labeling requirements for CNG vehicles and specifies 
additional performance requirements that would ensure a CNG fuel 
container's integrity.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/29/93                    58 FR 68846
NPRM Comment Period End         01/28/94
Partial Final Rule: Effective 
03/27/95                        09/26/94                    59 FR 49010
SNPRM Comment Period End 02/17/
95                              12/19/94                    59 FR 65299


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/29/93 (58 FR 68846)

Agency Contact: Gary Woodford, Special Projects Staff, Office of 
Rulemaking, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-4931

RIN: 2127-AF14
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2582. EQUIVALENT MEASUREMENTS FOR GASEOUS FUELS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 32901; 49 USC 32905; 49 USC 32906

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 538

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under the corporate average fuel economy program, certain 
incentives are provided for the manufacture of alternative fuel 
vehicles, including dual fuel vehicles. Among other things, dual fuel 
passenger automobiles which meet a minimum driving range qualify for 
special treatment in the calculation of fuel economy. In order to 
implement a new statutory requirement, this notice is proposing to 
amend the existing regulation concerning minimum driving range.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/19/94                    59 FR 65295
NPRM Comment Period End         02/17/95
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/19/94 (59 FR 65295)

Additional Information: This action is being combined with action 2127-
AF38.

Agency Contact: Henrietta Spinner, Program Analyst, Office of Market 
Incentives, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
[[Page 23717]] Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4802

RIN: 2127-AF18
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2583. MATERIALS USED IN TESTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, this action is 
proposing to substitute SAE J576 JUL91 for the currently incorporated 
J576c as the referenced standard on plastics materials, to substitute 
ASTM D 1003-92 for ASTM D 1003-61 in the test procedures, to allow 
alternative processing techniques, sample sizes and thickness tolerance 
to those presently specified in the lighting standard. Petition was 
granted.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/02/94                    59 FR 54881
NPRM Comment Period End         01/03/95
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/02/94 (59 FR 54881)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF22
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2584. PNEUMATIC TIMING AND BALANCE FOR TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency has 
proposed to include new requirements regarding pneumatic timing and 
balance for trailer brake systems. Petition was granted. The control 
line pressure differential requirements would be amended for converter 
dollies and trailers designed to tow another vehicle equipped with air 
brakes.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/13/94                    59 FR 35672
NPRM Correction                 08/24/94                    59 FR 43528
NPRM Comment Period End         09/12/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/13/94 (59 FR 35672)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF23
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2585. +MANUAL CUTOFF SWITCHES FOR AIR BAGS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is proposing to allow manufacturers the option of 
installing a manual device that motorists could use to deactivate the 
front passenger-side air bag in a vehicle without rear seats for the 
purpose of allowing them to place rear-facing infant restraints in the 
front seat. This action is considered significant because of 
congressional mandate that the agency require the installation of both 
driver and passenger air bags by the late 1990s.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/07/94                    59 FR 51158
NPRM Comment Period End         12/06/94
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/07/94 (59 FR 51158)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF30
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2586. IMPROVED BACK DOOR LATCH

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to extend the existing side door 
requirements to back doors of passenger cars and multipurpose passenger 
vehicles, including hatchbacks, station wagons, sport utility vehicles, 
and passenger vans. The purpose is to reduce the likelihood of 
occupants being ejected from vehicles in crashes and to reduce the 
fatalities and serious injuries resulting from such ejections.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comment: Comment 
Period End 03/28/94             01/27/94                     59 FR 3924
NPRM                            08/30/94                    59 FR 44691
NPRM Comment Period End         10/31/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/30/94 (59 FR 44691)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF35
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2587. DRIVING RANGE FOR DUAL ENERGY AND NATURAL GAS DUAL ENERGY 
PASSENGER AUTOMOBILES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 32901; 49 USC 32905; 49 USC 32906

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 538 [[Page 23718]] 

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under the corporate average fuel economy program, certain 
incentives are provided for the manufacture of alternative fuel 
vehicles, including dual fuel vehicles. Among other things, dual fuel 
passenger automobiles which meet a minimum driving range qualify for 
special treatment in the calculation of fuel economy. This action is 
proposing to amend the existing regulation concerning minimum driving 
range.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/19/94                    59 FR 65295
NPRM Comment Period End         02/17/95
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/19/94 (49 FR 65295)

Additional Information: This action is being combined with 2127-AF18.

Agency Contact: Orron Kee, Chief, Motor Vehicle Requirements Division, 
Office of Market Incentives, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0846

RIN: 2127-AF38
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2588.  ALTERNATIVE ZONAL PHOTOMETRIC REQUIREMENTS FOR 
CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMPS (CHMSL)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30162

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, this action is 
proposing to allow the photometric conformance of center high mounted 
stop lamps to be determined by a grouping of test points.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/25/94                    59 FR 60596
Correction                      01/13/95                     60 FR 3304
NPRM Comment Period End         01/24/95
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/25/94 (49 FR 60596)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF45
______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________


2589.  FUEL SYSTEM CONTAINERS FOR COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS 
VEHICLES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30155; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.304

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule is a partial response to petitions for 
reconsideration to the final rule published September 26, 1994 (59 FR 
49010) that established performance requirements applicable to 
compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel containers. This action takes the 
intermediate step of specifying a 2.25 safety factor for carbon fiber 
containers and makes several minor changes to the September 26, 1994, 
final rule. The agency plans to issue another final rule establishing a 
permanent safety factor for carbon fiber containers and addressing 
other issues raised in the petitions. Petitions are pending.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Rule Effective Date 03/27/
95                              12/28/94                    59 FR 66773
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/28/94 (59 FR 66773)

Agency Contact: Gary Woodford, Engineer, Special Projects Staff, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4931

RIN: 2127-AF47



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2590. +HEAVY DUTY VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEMS (FORMERLY TRUCK AND TRAILER 
BRAKE SYSTEMS)

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.121; 49 CFR 571.105

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, May 31, 1992. Final, Statutory, June 
8, 1994.
NHTSA may issue either an ANPRM or NPRM.

Abstract: This rule requires medium and heavy vehicles to be equipped 
with an antilock brake system (ABS) to improve directional stability 
and control during braking. For truck tractors, the ABS requirement is 
supplemented by a 30-mph braking-in-a-curve test on a low coefficient 
of friction surface using a full brake application. This rule was 
required by the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 
1991.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM: Comment Period End 04/16/
79                              02/15/79                     44 FR 9783
Second ANPRM: Comment Period End 
05/28/80                        02/28/80                    45 FR 13155
ANPRM                           06/08/92                    57 FR 24212
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/07/92
NPRM                            09/28/93    58 FR 50738 [[Page 23719]] 
NPRM Comment Period End         11/29/93
Notice of Intent: Delay in 
Rulemaking                      12/13/93                    58 FR 65156
SNPRM Comment Period End 05/12/
94                              04/12/94                    59 FR 17326
Final Action                    03/10/95                    60 FR 13216

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/28/93 (58 FR 50738)

Additional Information: Docket No. 79-03. ANPRM, Notice 1; Second 
ANPRM, Notice 3. A Notice of Intent to delay rulemaking was published 
on 12/13/93 (58 FR 65156) to extend the rulemaking period from 12/8/93 
to 6/8/94.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AA00
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2591. PROPOSED NEW STANDARD 135; PASSENGER-CAR BRAKE SYSTEM

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.105; 49 CFR 571.135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking establishes a new standard for passenger-car 
brake systems. It grew out of NHTSA's efforts to harmonize its 
standards with international ones. After review of comments to the NPRM 
and SNPRM, a second SNPRM proposed refined and revised test procedures 
and performance requirements which should achieve harmonization while 
being fully consistent with the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle 
Safety Act. The new standard 135 was to replace standard 105 as it 
applies to passenger cars. This action was originally considered 
significant, but subsequent events have resulted in fewer issues to be 
resolved, and this project is no longer considered as such.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/10/85                    50 FR 19744
Correction to NPRM for RIN AC63 06/20/85                    50 FR 25612
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
01/13/86                        09/17/85                    50 FR 37702
NPRM Comment Period End         10/07/85                    50 FR 19744
SNPRM; Comment Period End 10/13/
87                              01/14/87                     52 FR 1474
Second SNPRM; Comment Period 
Extended to 10/31/91            07/03/91                    56 FR 30528
Second SNPRM; Comment Period 
Extended to 01/10/92            10/25/91                    56 FR 55266
Third SNPRM; Comment Period End 
03/01/93                        01/15/93                     58 FR 4649
Final Action                    02/02/95                     60 FR 6411

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/03/91 (56 FR 30528)

Additional Information: A third SNPRM proposed to establish a new 
Standard No. 135 to replace Standard No. 105. This SNPRM responds to an 
ANPRM published December 27, 1991 (56 FR 67038) (RIN 2127-AE29), that 
asked for comments on the appropriateness of Standard No. 105 to 
braking systems of electric vehicles. However, upon consideration of 
comments received, NHTSA determined that any changes should be made to 
Standard 135 as well as existing Standard 105. Hence, both standards 
are proposed to be revised to incorporate definitions and test 
conditions deemed appropriate.
Docket No. 85-06. RIN 2127-AC63, Passenger-Car Brake Systems, was 
consolidated into this proceeding.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AA13
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2592. AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS, STOPPING-DISTANCE PERFORMANCE

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Accidents involving heavy trucks have a higher fatality rate 
than all other motor vehicles. This rulemaking reinstates stopping 
distance performance requirements in Standard 121 so as to help improve 
heavy vehicle braking performance and hence reduce the number of 
accidents involving these vehicles. Although a court decision found 
that Standard 121, as it then existed, was unenforceable, additional 
accident data and technical review have persuaded NHTSA that the 
court's requirements can now be met.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            02/23/93                    58 FR 11009
Correction to the NPRM          04/21/93                    58 FR 21436
NPRM Comment Period End         05/24/93
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
09/24/93                        05/27/93                    58 FR 30746
Final Action                    03/10/95                    60 FR 13286
Final Action Effective          03/01/99

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/23/93 (58 FR 11009)

Additional Information: Petitions for reconsideration of the final rule 
are due 04/10/95.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AD07
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2593. BRAKE HOSES AND FLUIDS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.106; 49 CFR 571.116

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency has terminated this rulemaking in response to a 
petition requesting amendment to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 
No. 106, Brake Hoses, and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 
116, Brake Fluids. Petitioner requested that Standard No. 106 be 
amended to require brake hose compatibility with [[Page 23720]] a fluid 
that includes DOT 5 characteristics and that Standard No. 116 be 
amended to require compatibility of DOT 3, DOT 4, and DOT 5 brake 
fluids with elastomeric seals and cups internal to hydraulic brake 
system master and wheel cylinders. After receiving further information 
from the petitioner and reviewing the agency's data base, the agency 
has concluded there is no safety need to amend the standards.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Action Terminated               11/03/94                    59 FR 55073

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/03/94 (59 FR 55073)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AD70
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2594. ENFORCEMENT OF CHAPTER 301 OF TITLE 49 OF THE UNITED STATES 
CODE (FORMERLY THE NATIONAL TRAFFIC AND MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY ACT)

Legal Authority:  49 USC 30102; 49 USC 30103; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 
30112; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30118; 49 USC 30119; 49 USC 
30120; 49 USC 30121; 49 USC 30162; 49 USC 30165; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 
30167

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 552; 49 CFR 554; 49 CFR 573; 49 CFR 576; 49 CFR 
577

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency would propose to amend several provisions of 
regulations that pertain to its enforcement of Chapter 301 of Title 49 
of the United States Code. The proposed amendment would relate to 
NHTSA's consideration of petitions for rulemaking or for investigation 
of alleged defects or noncompliance with safety standards (part 552); 
NHTSA's procedures following an initial determination that a safety-
related defect exists (part 573); the form and content of notification 
letters that manufacturers must send to owners following a 
determination that a vehicle or item of motor vehicle equipment 
contains a defect or does not comply with a safety standard (part 577); 
record retention requirements applicable to manufacturers (part 576); 
and a clarification that NHTSA's recordkeeping and reporting 
regulations (parts 573 and 576) apply to electronically generated or 
communicated materials.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/27/93                    58 FR 50314
NPRM Comment Period End         11/12/93
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
12/03/93                        11/16/93                    58 FR 60419
Final Action                    04/05/95                    60 FR 17254
Final Action Effective          05/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/27/93 (58 FR 50314)

Additional Information: LEGAL AUTHORITY CONT: 15 USC 1416; 15 USC 1417; 
15 USC 1418; 15 USC 1419; 15 USC 1420

Agency Contact: Jonathan D. White, Office of Defects Investigation, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
5227

RIN: 2127-AD83
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2595. STOPPING DISTANCE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.105

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule establishes stopping distance performance 
requirements for trucks, buses, and multipurpose vehicles (MPVs) with a 
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of over 10,000 pounds. These 
requirements will be applicable on a high coefficient of friction 
surface.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            02/23/93                    58 FR 11003
NPRM Correction                 04/21/93                    58 FR 21436
NPRM Comment Period End         05/24/93
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
09/24/93                        05/27/93                    58 FR 30746
Final Action                    03/10/95                    60 FR 13297
Final Action Effective          03/01/99

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/23/93 (58 FR 11003)

Additional Information: Petitions for reconsideration of this final 
rule are due 4/10/95.

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE21
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2596. OPTICAL COATINGS AND HEAT DEGRADATIONS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, NHTSA is amending 
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108 to specify that plastic 
materials used in reflex reflectors show not more than 7 percent haze 
after a 3-year outdoor exposure test, a level at which haze becomes 
discernible to the naked eye. This amendment will not change the 
stringency of the standard as it has been applied, but it will increase 
its objectivity. NHTSA has not adopted its proposal that cumulative 
haze not exceed 7 percent when a plastic lens is placed in front of a 
reflex reflector. Instead, the same haze criterion is applied to the 
reflex reflector and outer lens material. This approach will limit 
cumulative haze to about the same level without the need to retest 
current materials.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/09/93                    58 FR 13042
NPRM Comment Period End         04/23/93
Final Action                    11/02/94                    59 FR 54835
Final Action Effective          11/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/02/94 (59 FR 54835) [[Page 23721]] 

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE38
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2597. VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH LONG-STROKE BRAKE CHAMBERS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a rulemaking petition granted, this action 
amends the reservoir capacity requirements for vehicles equipped with 
long-stroke brake chambers in order to encourage the chambers' use.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/02/93                    58 FR 41078
NPRM Comment Period End         10/01/93
Final Action                    01/12/95                     60 FR 2892
Final Action Effective          02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/12/95 (60 FR 2892)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE54
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2598. ANTILOCK WARNING SIGNALS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition, the agency proposed to allow an 
antilock warning lamp switch capable of deactivating and reactivating 
the warning lamp used to indicate antilock electrical malfunction. 
Based on comments, the agency determined this would be inconsistent 
with safety. This matter was completed in the final rule below. See RIN 
2127-AA00.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            09/28/93                    58 FR 50732
NPRM Comment Period End         11/29/93
Final Action                    03/10/95                    60 FR 13216

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/28/93 (58 FR 50732)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE75
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2599. ACCELEROMETER MOUNTING ARRANGEMENTS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, NHTSA is publishing 
this document to correct several of the accelerometer specifications 
(including mounting locations) in regulations for the side impact test 
dummy (SID) and in the drawings and user's manual for the SID. This 
action removes a potential source of concern and confusion for SID 
manufacturers and users. It is intended to ensure that there is no 
question among SID manufacturers and users as to whether a particular 
SID meets the specifications of NHTSA's SID regulation, and the drawing 
and specifications package.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Request for Comment: Comment 
Period End 02/12/93             12/14/92                    57 FR 59041
Final Action                    10/14/94                    59 FR 52089
Final Action Effective          10/14/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/14/94 (59 FR 52089)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE84
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2600. DEFINE MAJOR COMPONENT PARTS OF A VEHICLE

Legal Authority:  49 USC 33101; 49 USC 33102; 49 USC 33103; 49 USC 
33105

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 25, 1994.

Abstract: This action defines ``light duty trucks'' (``LTD'') and 
``multipurpose passenger vehicle'' (``MPV'') for purposes of the Theft 
Prevention Standard, specifying the LDT and MPV parts considered major 
parts for the purpose of parts marking and specifying the LDT and MPV 
lines that are to be marked. This action also specifies marking of 
selected lines with below median theft rates.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/07/93                    58 FR 36376
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/23/93
NPRM                            07/08/94                    59 FR 35082
NPRM Comment Period End         09/06/94
Final Action                    12/13/94                    59 FR 64164
Final Action Effective          10/25/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/13/94 (59 FR 54164)

Agency Contact: Barbara Gray, Chief, Motor Vehicle Theft Group, Office 
of Market Incentives, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-1740

RIN: 2127-AE85
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2601. HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAMS, DETERMINATION OF EFFECTIVENESS

Legal Authority:  23 USC 402

CFR Citation:  23 CFR 1205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 
(ISTEA) (Pub. L. 102-240) requires the [[Page 23722]] Secretary to 
designate each of six areas as priorities or submit a report to 
Congress describing the reasons for not prioritizing these programs. 
These areas are Speed Control, Occupant Protection, Driving While 
Impaired, Motorcycle Safety, School Bus Safety, and Police Traffic 
Services. The existing priority programs address four of the six areas, 
but do not include Speed Control or School Bus Safety. This action adds 
Speed Control, but not School Bus Safety to the list of priority 
programs.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/14/94                     59 FR 2337
NPRM Comment Period End         02/28/94
Final Action                    12/13/94                    59 FR 64120
Final Action Effective          01/12/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Preliminary Regulatory Evaluation 01/14/94 (59 FR 2337)

Additional Information: This is a joint action with Federal Highway 
Administration. Upon review of existing data and statistics, the agency 
has tentatively concluded that School Bus Safety does not warrant being 
included, but the agency invited comments on this issue.

Agency Contact: Marlene Markison, Office of Regional Operations, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
0166

RIN: 2127-AE89
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2602. PASSENGER MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT DATA FOR MODEL YEAR (MY) 1992

Legal Authority:  49 USC 33104(b)(4)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action lists the final data on passenger motor vehicle 
thefts that occurred in calendar year (CY) 1992. This data indicates 
that the overall vehicle theft rate in 1992 (4.45 thefts per thousand 
vehicles) decreased by 2.7 percent from the theft rate in 1990/91 (4.57 
thefts per thousand vehicles). The publication of these data fulfills 
the agency's statutory obligation to periodically obtain accurate and 
timely theft data, and publish the information for review and comment. 
The data were calculated for informational purposes only.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Publication of Data; Request for 
Comments                        08/08/94                    59 FR 40409
Final Listing                   11/29/94                    59 FR 61023
Correction                      01/05/95                     60 FR 1824

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/29/94 (59 FR 61023)

Agency Contact: Barbara Gray, Chief, Motor Vehicle Theft Group, Office 
of Market Incentives, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-1740

RIN: 2127-AE92
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2603. DEFINE DESIGNATED SEATING POSITION

Legal Authority:  49 USC 422; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.3

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the definition of ``designated seating 
position'' for school buses to specify that for purposes of determining 
vehicle classification, any location intended for securement of an 
occupied wheelchair during vehicle operation would be counted as four 
designated seating positions because one such location typically 
necessitates the removal of seating for four people. This action will 
ensure that these vehicle continue to be regarded as school buses.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            10/28/93                    58 FR 57975
NPRM Comment Period End         12/13/93
Final Action                    03/24/95                    60 FR 15504

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/28/93 (58 FR 57975)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AE96
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2604. CONVERSION OF MEASUREMENTS FROM ENGLISH UNITS TO METRIC UNITS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.102; 49 CFR 571.103; 49 CFR 571.104; 49 CFR 
571.110; 49 CFR 571.112; 49 CFR 571.114; 49 CFR 571.115; 49 CFR 
571.118; 49 CFR 571.120; 49 CFR 571.124; 49 CFR 571.126; 49 CFR 
571.205; 49 CFR 571.206; 49 CFR 571.207; 49 CFR 571.212; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NHTSA is converting the units of measurement used in the 
safety standards from the English system to the metric system. This 
action addresses the simplest conversions.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            03/15/94                    59 FR 11962
NPRM Comment Period End         05/16/94
Final Action                    03/14/95                    60 FR 13639

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/15/94 (59 FR 11962)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF03
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2605. REPLACEABLE LIGHT SOURCE INFORMATION

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 564

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for reconsideration of a final rule 
published on January 12, 1993 (58 FR 3856), the agency considered 
whether [[Page 23723]] to allow changes in replaceable headlamp bulb 
information submitted to the docket under part 564 rules.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/16/95                    60 FR 14226
Final Action Effective          04/17/95                    60 FR 14226

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF07
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2606. MAXIMUM INFLATION PRESSURE FOR TIRES

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.109

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
amending the labeling requirements to permit tires that have a maximum 
inflation pressure of 60 pounds per square inch (psi) to be labeled 
``inflate to 420 kPa (60 psi).'' Currently, the standard does not 
permit the metric unit to be on the label. This action will aid the 
international harmonization of standards.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            07/05/94                    59 FR 34405
NPRM Comment Period End         09/06/94
Final Action                    02/13/95                     60 FR 8202
Final Action Effective          03/15/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/05/94 (59 FR 34405)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF19
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2607. SCHOOL BUS DRIVING MIRRORS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.111

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action revises the regulatory text of the final rule 
published December 2, 1992 (57 FR 57000) so that system A ``driving'' 
mirrors will not be required to have a view of the ground forward of 
the rear wheels. Both system A ``driving'' mirrors and system B 
``convex cross-view'' mirrors will still be required to have a view of 
the test cylinders that are placed in strategic locations around the 
school bus.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/11/94                    59 FR 35300
NPRM Comment Period End         08/10/94
Final Action                    03/27/95                    60 FR 15690
Final Action Effective          04/26/95                    60 FR 15690

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/11/94 (59 FR 35300)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF31
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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2608. STROBE LIGHTS ON SCHOOL BUS STOP ARMS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 39 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.131

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice adopts as final the amendments made by an interim 
final rule to the flash rate requirement for stop signal arm lamps in 
Standard No. 131, School Bus Pedestrian Safety Devices. The interim 
final rule, which responded to a petition for rulemaking submitted by 
Blue Bird Bus Company, removed design restrictive language that had the 
effect of prohibiting strobe lamps on stop signal arms.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Interim Final Rule              05/24/94                    59 FR 26759
IFR Comment Period End 07/08/94 05/24/94                    59 FR 26759
Final Action                    01/27/95                     60 FR 5336
Final Action Effective          01/27/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/24/94 (59 FR 26759)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF32
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2609. SEAT BELT ANCHORAGES IN SMALL BUSES

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.210

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice amends Standard No. 210, Seat Belt Assembly 
Anchorages, to eliminate the sole exception to the requirement in 
paragraph S4.1.2 for the installation of anchorages for either a Type 1 
or a Type 2 seat belt assembly at any designated seating position for 
which Standard No. 208, Occupant Crash Protection, requires the 
installation of a Type 1 or a Type 2 seat belt. The sole exception is 
for passenger seats in buses. The practical effect of Standard No. 
210's not requiring anchorages for the bus passenger seats is that the 
anchorages for the Type 1 seat belt assemblies required at passenger 
seats in small buses are not currently required to comply with the 
strength, location and other performance requirements of Standard No. 
210. This final rule will correct this oversight.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/13/94                    59 FR 35670
NPRM Comment Period End         09/12/94
Final Action                    01/19/95                     60 FR 3774
Final Action Effective          02/21/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23724]] 

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/19/95 (60 FR 3774)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF33
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2610. AIR BAG WARNING LABEL REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.213

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends labeling requirements in Federal Motor 
Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS)213, Child Restraint Systems. It 
requires each rear-facing infant restraint system to bear a label 
warning against using the restraint in any vehicle seating position 
equipped with an airbag. This document increases the effectiveness of 
that warning.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/08/95                     60 FR 7461
Final Action Effective          05/09/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF39
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2611. REQUIREMENTS FOR USE OF COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 571.303

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for reconsideration of a final rule 
published on April 25, 1994 (59 FR 19648) this action denies issues 
concerning pressure drop limit and denies and grants in part the issues 
concerning pre-crash test conditions and procedures.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/10/95                     60 FR 2539
Final Action Effective          09/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/10/95 (60 FR 2539)

Agency Contact: Gary Woodford, Engineer, Special Projects Staff, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4931

RIN: 2127-AF42
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2612. INSURANCE COST INFORMATION REGULATION

Legal Authority:  49 USC 32302; 49 USC 32303

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 582

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is clarifying terms used in the current regulation 
and changing the month of issuance of the annual update of the 
insurance cost information from January to March.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/13/94                    59 FR 46952
NPRM Comment Period End         11/14/94
Final Action                    03/24/95                    60 FR 15509
Final Action Effective          04/24/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/13/94 (59 FR 46952)

Agency Contact: Orron Kee, Chief, Motor Vehicle Requirements Division, 
Office of Market Incentives, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0846

RIN: 2127-AF44
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2613.  CALIBRATING THE ACCELEROMETER IN TEST DUMMIES

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action makes a minor correction to the thorax assembly 
and test procedure in the agency's regulation for the six-year-old 
child dummy; corrects inconsistencies between the figure in the 
regulation that illustrates the test set-up for calibrating the dummy's 
thorax and the regulatory text that describes the calibration test 
procedure; and removes potential sources of concern and confusion for 
manufacturers and users of the dummy about whether a particular six-
year-old child dummy meets the specifications of the agency's 
regulation for the dummy.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/12/95                     60 FR 2896

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/12/95 (60 FR 2896)

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia Breslin, Director, Office of Vehicle 
Safety Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AF48
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________

2614.  IMPORTATION OF VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT SUBJECT TO 
FEDERAL RULES

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322(a); 49 USC 30117

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 591; 49 CFR 592

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule responds to comments received on a request for 
comments on an interim rule to adopt a continuous entry bond as an 
alternative to the single entry bond that is required to accompany each 
nonconforming vehicle imported. NHTSA is retaining the option of 
allowing the continuous entry bond, though adopting modifications to 
it. Importers who are not registered importers will continue to use the 
single entry bond.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/14/94                    59 FR 52095
Final Action Effective          11/14/94                [[Page 23725]] 

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This final rule was published in the Federal 
Register under the RIN 2127-AD00.

Agency Contact: Taylor Vinson, Office of the Chief Counsel, Department 
of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5263

RIN: 2127-AF52
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
______________________________________________________________________


2615.  +MOTOR VEHICLE CONTENT LABELING

Legal Authority:  49 USC 32304

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 583

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for reconsideration of a final rule 
published on July 21, 1994 (59 FR 39724) the agency considered 
amendments to the Automobile Parts Content Labeling.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/16/95                    60 FR 14228
Final Action Effective          04/17/95                    60 FR 14228

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Analysis 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Orron Kee, Chief, Motor Vehicle Regulations Division, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
0846

RIN: 2127-AF60



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2616. +WHISTLE BANS AT HIGHWAY-RAIL GRADE CROSSINGS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20153; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 
USC 21301 to 21311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 234; 49 CFR 1.49(f); 49 CFR 1.49(g); 49 CFR 
1.49(m)

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, November 2, 1996. Final, Statutory, 
November 2, 1998.

Abstract: FRA is preparing an ANPRM to solicit comments and suggestions 
from the public regarding the issues related to Federal regulations 
governing the use of train whistles at grade crossings. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Kyle Mulhall, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0635

RIN: 2130-AA71
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2617. QUALIFICATION AND CERTIFICATION OF LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 20135; 49 
USC 21301 to 21311; 49 USC 30301 to 30308

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 240

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA has been petitioned to reconsider several aspects of its 
final rule on locomotive engineer qualifications. Some technical 
changes requested in those petitions were warranted and the interim 
final rule was issued to resolve these issues. Two issues involving 
coverage of the rule to service vehicles need more public discussion 
prior to resolution. A proposed rule will be issued to afford an 
opportunity for public comment.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/09/93                    58 FR 18982
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/10/93
Open Meeting                    04/00/95
NPRM                            08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/09/93 (58 FR 18982)

Additional Information: This rulemaking will amend the final rule 
issued on 06/19/91 (56 FR 28228).

Agency Contact: Alan Nagler, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0631

RIN: 2130-AA74
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2618. +GENERIC STANDARDS FOR CORRIDORS UP TO 160 MPH

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 21301 to 
21311; 49 USC 26103; PL 103-440, sec 203(a)(2)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 209 to 245

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Consistent with the Secretary of Transportation's Strategic 
Plan, which highlights his vision to develop high speed rail in select 
corridors and as mandated by the Swift Rail Development Act of 1994, 
FRA has already incorporated high speed rail issues within the power 
brake (RIN 2130-AA73) and track (RIN 2130-AA75) rulemakings. As 
feasible, FRA will also address high speed rail development in the 
newer rulemakings on Passenger Equipment Standards (RIN 2130-AA95) and 
Rail Passenger Service: Emergency Preparedness rules (RIN 2130-AA96). 
FRA will address design, inspection, communication, intrusion 
detection, employee qualifications and grade crossing concerns, all 
within the high speed rail context, in future rulemakings. These 
actions are considered significant because novel [[Page 23726]] policy 
issues are likely to arise from this high-speed rail initiative.

Statement of Need: The Department's Strategic Plan has as two of its 
goals the promotion of safe and secure transportation and the creation 
of a new alliance between the Nation's transportation and technology 
industries, which includes the promotion of high-speed rail as a viable 
transportation option in select corridors. Issuance of regulations that 
will help ensure the safety of the emerging high-speed operations will 
protect passengers, employees, and other affected persons and at the 
same time provide certainty and clarity that will assist the designers 
and developers of these systems to plan. This is an opportunity to 
build safety into an innovative transportation alternative from the 
very beginning.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Under the Federal Railroad Safety Act of 
1970, the Federal Railroad Administration (by delegation from the 
Secretary), has regulatory and enforcement authority over all areas of 
railroad safety. This plenary authority certainly covers the safety of 
the new high-speed operations. In fact, the statute was amended in 1988 
to clarify that this authority extends to all forms of nonhighway 
ground transportation that run on rails or guideways. There is 
currently no statutory or judicial requirement to issue regulations in 
this area.

Alternatives: Because this rulemaking is at such a formative stage, it 
is premature to discuss alternatives. However, during the process of 
developing these rules, FRA will consider all reasonable alternatives. 
Given the very nature of the subject, FRA has made a preliminary 
determination that some direct regulation in the form of setting 
standards will be necessary to ensure public and employee safety.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: Having not yet decided what specific 
standards it intends to issue, FRA cannot yet provide an estimate of 
the costs and benefits of its regulatory action. FRA is quite mindful 
of the President's regulatory philosophy and principles, as expressed 
in section 1 of Executive Order 12866. Accordingly, FRA will base any 
regulation it issues on a reasoned determination that its benefits 
justify its costs. To some degree, this will require consideration of 
the societal benefits (greater transportation efficiency, improved 
environment, etc.) that high speed rail operations are likely to 
produce.

Risks: Sensible, well-considered regulations will reduce the safety 
risks associated with rail transportation of passengers at very high 
speeds. Of course, depending on a variety of factors, the probability 
of an accident is not necessarily greater at higher speeds. However, 
the consequences of an accident could be greater merely because of the 
increased energy to be dissipated in an accident at higher speeds. 
Passengers and railroad employees should not have to incur any 
appreciably greater risk using high-speed rail service than they would 
incur using other modes of transportation or lower-speed rail service. 
The challenge presented is to reduce the risk to an acceptable level 
without imposing requirements that stifle development. The solution, 
which is somewhat technically complex, appears to lie in ensuring that 
the probability of collisions and other impacts is restrained by 
appropriate accident avoidance measures while, at the same time, the 
consequences of any accident are reduced by measures designed to absorb 
crash energy, protect occupants from secondary risks (such as fire and 
flying debris), and hasten efficient evacuation and emergency response. 
Of course, FRA's entire safety regulatory program focuses on reducing 
risks to safety and health, and the agency must address certain risks 
more immediately pressing than those posed by operations that have not 
yet begun. Accordingly, while it is important to ensure that safety is 
built into high-speed operations, FRA must devote most of its 
regulatory resources to the more immediate risks posed by current 
operations, many of which are the subject of pending statutory 
requirements for regulatory action.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Some relevant issues are being addressed in 
ongoing rulemakings such as track (in which an NPRM should be issued by 
August 1995) and power brakes (in which an NPRM was published in 
September 1994). As feasible, other issues will be addressed in other 
ongoing proceedings such as emergency preparedness and passenger 
equipment standards, which are mandated for November 1997.

Agency Contact: Daniel Smith, Assistant Chief Counsel, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0635

RIN: 2130-AA88
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2619. +LOCOMOTIVE CRASHWORTHINESS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 21301 to 
21311; PL 103-272, sec 4(b)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 229

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, March 3, 1995.

Abstract: FRA's safety regulations do not address the crashworthiness 
of locomotives or working conditions on locomotives. Under the Rail 
Safety Enforcement and Review Act (1992), FRA is required to study the 
need for additional rules to address those issues. Rules are to be 
adopted if FRA determines that they are needed. This project is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Open Meeting Notice             07/22/94                    59 FR 37528


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kyle M. Mulhall, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0628

RIN: 2130-AA89
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________


2620.  +PASSENGER EQUIPMENT STANDARDS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20133; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 
USC 20301 to 21311; PL 103-440, sec 215 [[Page 23727]] 

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 238

Legal Deadline:
NPRM, Statutory, November 2, 1997, Initial regulations.
Final, Statutory, November 2, 1999, Final regulations.

Abstract: Pursuant to the Federal Railroad Safety Authorization Act of 
1994, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is proposing to 
prescribe regulations establishing minimum passenger equipment 
standards for the safety of cars used by railroad carriers to transport 
passengers. This is considered significant due to public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Cedestra Jordan, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0635

RIN: 2130-AA95



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2621. RAILROAD ACCIDENT REPORTING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 21301 to 
21311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 225

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed action is based on comments and suggestions 
from the public regarding methods of improving FRA's injury and 
accident reporting system. This action is no longer considered 
significant since further evaluation indicated minimal safety 
implications.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice of Public Regulatory 
Conference                      12/27/66                     59 FR 6650
ANPRM                           03/14/90                     55 FR 9469
Hearing Notice                  03/14/90                     55 FR 9532
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/25/90
Notice of Open Meeting in 
Washington, DC on 06/13/91      06/05/91                    56 FR 25651
Notice of Open Meeting in 
Washington, DC on 08/21/91      08/15/91                    56 FR 40593
Notice of Open Meeting in 
Washington, DC on 10/22/91      10/18/91                    56 FR 52241
Notice of Open Meeting in 
Washington, DC on 08/18/92      08/06/92                    57 FR 34756
NPRM                            08/15/94                    59 FR 42880
Public Hearing Change           09/28/94                    59 FR 49375
Notice of Public Regulatory 
Conference                      11/18/94                    59 FR 59744
Notice of Public Regulatory 
Conference Change               12/27/94                    59 FR 66501
NPRM Comment Period End         03/10/95                    59 FR 66501


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Public hearing held in Washington, DC on 
October 5-6, 1994, in Kansas City, MO on October 19, 1994, and in 
Portland, OR on November3, 1994. Public Regulatory Conference held 
January 30, 1995 - February 3, 1995 in Washington, DC. Public hearing 
held in Washington, D.C. on October 5-6, 1994; in Kansas City, MO on 
October 19, 1994; and in Portland, OR on November 3, 1994. Public 
Regulatory Conference held January 30, 1995 - February 2, 1995 in 
Washington, D.C. Notice of postponement of decision whether or not to 
issue a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking and confirmation of 
March 10 1995, deadline for comments was published 02/16/95 (60 FR 
9001).

Agency Contact: Marina C. Appleton, Trial Attorney, Office of Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0628

RIN: 2130-AA58
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2622. ALCOHOL/DRUG REGULATIONS; MISCELLANEOUS TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS 
AND CORRECTIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 
USC 20140; 49 USC 21301; 49 USC 21304; PL 103-272 (July 5, 1994); 49 
CFR 1.49(m)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 219; 49 CFR 217

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The action would make technical amendments/corrections to 
regulations concerning the control of alcohol and drug use in railroad 
operations.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Patricia V. Sun, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0635

RIN: 2130-AA63
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2623. +POWER BRAKE REGULATIONS; MISCELLANEOUS REVISIONS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 101; 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 
USC 20141; 49 USC 21301 to 21311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 232; 49 CFR 231; 49 CFR 229

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 31, 1993. [[Page 23728]] 

Abstract: The regulation proposes to revise the existing power brake 
regulations and add standards for locomotive dynamic brakes. The 
proceeding focuses on such issues as whether to mandate the use of end-
of-train devices in lieu of cabooses, whether these devices should be 
two-way, and whether to require additional testing of train air brake 
systems during extremely cold weather conditions. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of its potential economic impact and 
congressional and public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/31/92                    57 FR 62546
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/31/93
NPRM                            09/16/94                    59 FR 47676
Public Hearings Notice          09/16/94                    59 FR 47676
NPRM Comment Period End         01/18/95                    59 FR 52953


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Freight Issues: NPRM comment period for 
alternative proposals was extended to 4/01/95 (60 FR 3375); final 
deadline for comments to be announced in future notice. Passenger Brake 
Issue: NPRM comment period for alternative proposals extended to 2/27/
95 (60 FR 3375); final deadline for comment to be announced in future 
notice.

Agency Contact: Thomas Herrmann, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0628

RIN: 2130-AA73
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2624. +TRACK SAFETY STANDARDS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 20142; 49 USC 20301 to 
20311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 213

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, September 1, 1995.

Abstract: The track regulations have not been comprehensively reviewed 
in the past decade. This regulatory action will consist of a revision 
of existing track safety standards, as mandated by Congress in the Rail 
Safety Enforcement and Review Act (PL 102-365). With this revision FRA 
will also respond to a Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way petition 
regarding numerous changes to the existing track standards. FRA will 
also incorporate input from research on internal rail defects and 
continuous welded rail. This action is significant because of 
substantial public interest and safety implications.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/16/92                    57 FR 54038
Public Workshop Notice and 
Schedule                        01/05/93                      58 FR 338
Correction: Workshop Notice     01/19/93                     58 FR 4975
Correction: Workshop Notice     02/18/93                     58 FR 8928
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/12/93
NPRM                            08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Nancy Lummen Lewis, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0635

RIN: 2130-AA75
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2625. LOCOMOTIVE CONSPICUITY; MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR AUXILIARY 
EXTERNAL LIGHTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 20143; 49 
USC 21301 to 21311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 229

Legal Deadline:
Other, Statutory, December 31, 1992, Interim final rule.
Final, Statutory, June 30, 1995, Final rule.

Abstract: The interim rule (IR-2), published on May 13, 1994, amends an 
FRA interim rule (IR-1) published on February 3, 1993, by relaxing the 
standards IR-1 contained concerning auxiliary external lights on 
locomotives. The lighting arrangements in IR-1 were deemed acceptable 
interim locomotive conspicuity measures. FRA encouraged the 
installation and use of such lighting arrangements as are now widely 
used and available. IR-2 contains detailed and specific performance 
standards regarding color, intensity, operation, mounting location and 
flash rate for ditch lights, crossing lights, strobe lights and 
oscillating lights. Lighting devices installed in conformance to the 
specifications in IR-1 and IR-2 will not be immediately rendered 
obsolete when FRA issues final standards in this area. This action is 
intended to increase the visibility of locomotives to motorists in 
order to reduce collisions between vehicles and locomotives at highway-
rail grade crossings.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/03/93                     58 FR 6899
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/01/93
Second Interim Final Rule 
Comment Period End 07/01/94     05/13/94                    59 FR 24960
Second Interim Final Rule 
Correction                      08/04/94                    59 FR 39705
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/13/94 (59 FR 24960)

Agency Contact: Kyle M. Mulhall, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0635

RIN: 2130-AA80
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2626. AMTRAK WASTE DISPOSAL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 101-610

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The National and Community Service Act requires the Secretary 
of Transportation to promulgate such regulations as may be necessary to 
mitigate the impact of discharge of human waste from railroad passenger 
cars on areas that may be considered environmentally sensitive.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None [[Page 23729]] 

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Joseph R. Pomponio, Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, Office of Chief 
Counsel, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0616

RIN: 2130-AA84
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2627. +ROADWAY WORKER PROTECTION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 20142; 49 
USC 21301 to 21311; PL 103-440, sec 208

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 214

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, September 1, 1995.

Abstract: This action was originally part of the comprehensive track 
safety standards revision of RIN 2130-AA75. FRA now intends to place it 
in Part 214, as it is more directly related to worker safety than to 
track standards. The regulation is intended to establish minimum 
mandatory requirements to protect maintenance-of-way workers from train 
movements, and is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest and safety considerations. This rulemaking represents FRA's 
first use of the process of negotiated rulemaking.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/16/92                    57 FR 54038
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/04/93
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: On August 17, 1994 (59 FR 42200), FRA published 
a notice proposing to form a negotiated rulemaking advisory committee 
and invited requests for representation, to be received by September 
16, 1994. The committee held its first meeting on January 23-25. On 
January 5, 1995, (60 FR 1761) FRA published a notice of the 
establishment of an advisory committee and an announcement of the first 
meeting on January 23-25, 1995. A second meeting was held February 16-
17, 1995. A schedule of Advisory Committee meetings was published 2/15/
95 (60 FR 8619).

Agency Contact: Cynthia Walters, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0621

RIN: 2130-AA86
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2628. +SELECTION AND INSTALLATION OF GRADE CROSSING WARNING SYSTEMS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 
USC 21301 to 21311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 234

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would prohibit railroads from unilaterally 
selecting and installing highway-rail grade crossing warning systems at 
public highway-rail crossings. It would also require that railroads 
furnish State highway authorities with information necessary for State 
grade crossing project planning and prioritization purposes. This is 
considered significant due to substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/02/95                    60 FR 11649
NPRM Comment Period End         05/16/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Mark Tessler, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0628

RIN: 2130-AA92
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2629. +ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND RELATED PROCEDURES (FRA, FTA, FHWA)

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 322; 42 USC 4332

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 267; 49 CFR 622; 23 CFR 771

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the Federal 
Highway Administration (FHWA) currently have a joint environmental 
regulation at 23 CFR 771, ``Environmental Impact and Related 
Procedures,'' that outlines requirements for complying with the 
National Environmental Policy Act and related laws and regulations. The 
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has ``Procedures for Considering 
Environmental Impacts'' (45 FR 40854, June 16, 1980) which serve the 
same purposes. FTA and FHWA are revising their regulation to serve 
program needs. In order to achieve consistency in environmental 
analysis for surface transportation modes and to update its existing 
environmental procedures which were issued in 1980, the FRA will join 
with FTA and FHWA in developing an environmental regulation that 
applies to all three modal Administrations. This action is considered 
significant because of public, congressional, and environmental 
concerns and because it involves several departmental modes. The FTA 
RIN is 2132-AA43; the FHWA RIN is 2125-AD32.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Economic Assessment

Agency Contact: William R. Fashouer, Deputy Assistant Chief Counsel, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC., 202 366-0616

RIN: 2130-AA93
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2630.  +RADIO COMMUNICATION-ADVANCED TRAIN CONTROL SYSTEM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 21301 to 
21311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 220

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA addressed a 1992 Congressional mandate by conducting a 
safety inquiry on radio communications and train control. Effectiveness 
of radios as currently used in railroad communications and the possible 
use [[Page 23730]] of new technologies for improved communications was 
explored. FRA committed to revising its radio rules for more 
flexibility and including requirements for the presence of radios; 
seeing to test the transmission of orders via digital radio; 
identifying high risk corridors for mandatory Positive Train Control 
(PTC); continuing the interest in PTC technology testing and 
compatibility; and establishing the deployment of PTC technology on 
high risk rail corridors by the year 2000. FRA's Office of Safety is 
currently working on an implementation plan for these goals and a 
report to Congress. ``The Secretary of Transportation shall submit a 
report to Congress on the development, deployment, and demonstration of 
positive train control systems by December 31, 1995'' (PL 103-440, sec 
214).

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Cynthia Walters, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0621

RIN: 2130-AA94
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2631.  +RAIL PASSENGER SERVICE: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20133; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 
USC 21301 to 20133

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 239

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 2, 1997.
NPRM, Statutory, November 2, 1997, Initial regulations.
Final, Statutory, November 2, 1999, Final regulations.

Abstract: Pursuant to the Federal Railroad Safety Authorization Act of 
1994, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is proposing to 
prescribe regulations establishing minimum emergency preparedness 
standards for the safety of cars used by railroad carriers to transport 
passengers. This is considered significant due to public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Cedestra Jordan, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0635

RIN: 2130-AA96
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________


2632.  STATEMENT OF POLICY REGARDING SAFETY OF RAILROAD 
BRIDGES

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 21301 to 21311; 49 USC 20142; PL 
103-44, sec 208

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 213, app C

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA proposes to publish a policy statement containing 
maintenance guidelines based on certain common, basic principles that 
characterize effective bridge management practices. The guidelines are 
meant to be advisory in nature. They will not have the force of 
regulations under which FRA ordinarily issues violations and assesses 
civil penalties.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Policy Statement        08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Nancy L. Lewis, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0621

RIN: 2130-AA99



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2633. LOCAL RAIL FREIGHT ASSISTANCE TO STATES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 22101

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 266

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action was to revise the procedures and requirements for 
the receipt of financial assistance contained in part 266. These 
changes were to establish deadlines for submission of project 
applications for those seeking Federal funding to provide local rail 
freight assistance and impose consequences for failure to expend 
approved funding. However, as the Department has not proposed a 
reauthorization for this program's funding, this action is being 
withdrawn.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/30/90                    55 FR 49648
NPRM Comment Period End         12/31/90                    55 FR 49648
To Be Withdrawn                 10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  401 Railroads

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/30/90 (58 FR 49648)

Agency Contact: Laurence Fitzgerald, Program Analyst, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-1677

RIN: 2130-AA60
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2634. +FREIGHT CAR SAFETY STANDARDS: MAINTENANCE-OF-WAY EQUIPMENT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 21301 to 
21311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 215

Legal Deadline: None [[Page 23731]] 

Abstract: The Federal Railroad Administration is proposing to amend the 
freight car safety standards by making all maintenance-of-way vehicles 
subject to the standards with the exception of stenciled cars not used 
in revenue service and restricted to a speed of less than 20 miles per 
hour. This action is considered significant because of substantial 
public and industry interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/10/94                    59 FR 11238
NPRM Comment Period End         04/11/94
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
11/28/94                        09/28/94                    59 FR 49374
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
2/27/95                         12/29/94                    59 FR 67266
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/10/94 (59 FR 11238)

Agency Contact: Cedestra Jordan, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0635

RIN: 2130-AA68
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2635. EVENT RECORDERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20137; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 
USC 21301 to 21311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 218; 49 CFR 229

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA issued a final rule on July 8, 1993 (58 FR 36605). 
Petitions for reconsideration have been filed, together with requests 
for clarification and interpretation. FRA granted certain of those 
petitions, and a revised final rule is being prepared to enhance the 
quality of information available for post-accident investigations by 
clarifying how event recorders must be effectively maintained.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: This new RIN replaces old RIN 2130-AA53.

Agency Contact: Thomas A. Phemister, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0628

RIN: 2130-AA87
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2636. PROTECTION OF UTILITY EMPLOYEES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20131; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 
USC 21301 to 21311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 218

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA's ``blue signal'' regulations prescribe minimum 
requirements for the protection of railroad employees engaged in the 
inspection, testing, repair, and servicing of rolling equipment. Such 
activities may require employees to work on, under, or between such 
equipment and subject them to the danger of personal injury posed by 
any movement of such equipment. Train and yard crews are excluded from 
this protection, unless assigned to perform such work on railroad 
rolling equipment that is not part of the train or yard movement and 
that they have been called to operate. FRA's final rule permits 
augmentation of a crew by using a ``utility'' employee, which will 
permit more efficient use of employees by the railroads. As a 
substitute for blue signal protection, alternative safety procedures 
are required to prevent injury to these utility employees. FRA has been 
petitioned to reconsider several aspects of its final rule on utility 
employees published August 16, 1993 (58 FR 43287). Some technical 
changes requested in those petitions were warranted and will require 
issuance of a revised final rule. The old RIN was 2130-AA72.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kyle M. Mulhall, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0443

RIN: 2130-AA90
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________

2637.  MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION, AND TESTING OF GRADE-
CROSSING SIGNAL SYSTEMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20111 to 20113; 49 USC 20301 to 
20311

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 234; 49 CFR 1.49(f); 49 CFR 1.49(g); 49 CFR 
1.49(m)

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, June 22, 1989.

Abstract: FRA proposes to make technical changes and minor amendments 
to final regulations which were published on September 30, 1994. These 
regulations require that railroads take specific and timely actions to 
protect the travelling public and railroad employees from the hazards 
posed by malfunctioning highway-rail grade crossing warning systems, 
and that railroads follow specific standards for maintenance, 
inspection, and testing of those systems. The amendments will clarify 
issues arising from implementation of this new regulatory program. No 
new costs are expected.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: The final rule was RIN 2130-AA70, published 9/
30/94 (59 FR 50086).

Agency Contact: Mark H. Tessler, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0628

RIN: 2130-AA97
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________


2638.  FRA HAZARDOUS MATERIALS PENALTY GUIDELINES

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103; 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 5123

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 209, app A; 49 CFR 1.49(m)(s)(gg)

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 1, 1995. [[Page 23732]] 

Abstract: FRA plans to provide penalty guidelines for violations of the 
hazardous materials regulations enforced by the agency, similar to the 
guidelines it provides in other areas such as those dealing with safety 
appliances and signals.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas A. Phemister, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0628

RIN: 2130-AB00



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
______________________________________________________________________


2639. CENTRALIZATION OF FORMAL HEARING DOCKETS (FRA)

Legal Authority:  49 USC 20103

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 209; 49 CFR 1.49 et seq

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule and related modal rules would have provided that 
evidence and documents in formal hearing cases adjudicated within the 
Office of the Secretary (OST), and most modal administrations would be 
filed and maintained in the OST Office of Documentary Services. These 
actions have been superseded by the Department's decision to 
consolidate all DOT docket offices into a central facility and to 
convert to an electronic document management system. The implementation 
of the new docket system will provide for the staggered incorporation 
of OST and agency dockets beginning on March 1, 1995.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2130-AA59



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
______________________________________________________________________

2640. BUY AMERICA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5323(j)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 661

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 30, 1992.

Abstract: The Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 
amended section 165(a) of the Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 
1982 (now 49 USC 5323(j)) by adding ``iron'' to the list of products 
subject to ``Buy America'' provisions. The NPRM proposes to amend the 
regulation accordingly and also to delete or modify certain provisions 
of the rule to streamline administration of the Buy America regulation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Since the requirement to add iron to the list 
of products subject to the Buy America requirement is clearly stated in 
the statute and the agency has no discretion, the agency is not 
required to first issue the rule in proposed form.

Agency Contact: Rita Daguillard, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-1936

RIN: 2132-AA42
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
______________________________________________________________________

2641. +DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (FTA, FRA, FHWA) ENVIRONMENTAL 
IMPACT AND RELATED PROCEDURES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5304(e)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 622; 23 CFR 771

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

Abstract: The Federal Transit Administration and the Federal Highway 
Administration currently have a joint environmental regulation at 23 
CFR 771, ``Environmental Impact and Related Procedures''. The agencies 
first issued an environmental regulation together in 1980. The joint 
regulation was amended in 1987 and again in 1991. Even though FTA and 
FHWA have joint regulations, each agency's guidance for implementing 
those regulations is procedurally different. This causes difficulties 
and inconsistencies for sponsors of transportation projects, 
particularly where joint FTA and FHWA funds are involved. In the ISTEA, 
the Congress recognized the importance of providing uniformity and 
consistency between FTA and FHWA environmental procedures. This is 
needed to accommodate the increased funding flexibility for surface 
transportation provided by ISTEA. Because of an increased emphasis on 
intermodal planning and proposals to advance a high-speed rail program, 
the proposed, new joint regulations will include the Federal Railroad 
Administration (FRA). The proposed regulations will therefore be 
applied to all three modal Administrations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions [[Page 23733]] 

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/00/95

Additional Information: Section 134(h)(4) of title 23, United States 
Code and section 8(h)(4) of the Federal Transit Act, as amended (now 49 
USC 5304(e)), direct the Secretary of Transportation to initiate a a 
rulemaking proceeding to conform review requirements for transit 
projects under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, to 
comparable requirements for highway projects. This action is considered 
significant because of public, congressional, and environmental 
concerns and because it involves several departmental modes. The 
corresponding FHWA RIN is 2125-AD32; for FRA, RIN 2130-AA93.

Agency Contact: Scott Biehl, Assistant Chief Counsel, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0952

RIN: 2132-AA43
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
______________________________________________________________________


2642. TRANSPORTATION FOR THE ELDERLY AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5301(d)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 609

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulation sets forth requirements regarding 
transportation for the elderly and persons with disabilities mandated 
by 49 USC 5301(d), formerly section 16 of the Federal Transit Act, as 
amended. The ADA and DOT's implementing regulations supersede many 
provisions of part 609. The Federal Transit Administration will revise 
part 609 to acknowledge new ADA provisions and to update continuing 
provisions emanating from Federal transit laws.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Draft Regulatory Evaluation 10/00/95

Agency Contact: Richard Wong, Attorney Advisor, Legislation and 
Rulemaking Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4011

RIN: 2132-AA46



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
______________________________________________________________________

2643. +BUS TESTING

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5323(c)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 665

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation implements a statutory provision that 
requires any new bus model purchased after September 30, 1989, to be 
tested at a facility established by the Secretary in Altoona, PA. This 
regulation is significant because of the large amount of public 
interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/25/89                    54 FR 22716
NPRM Comment Period End         07/24/89
Interim Final Rule              08/23/89                    54 FR 35158
Interim Final Rule: Comment 
Period Reopened                 11/30/89                    54 FR 35158
Interim Final Rule: Second      10/09/90                    55 FR 41174
Interim Final Rule Extending 
Interim Procedures              09/13/91                    56 FR 46572
Interim Final Rule New Vehicle 
Types                           07/28/92                    57 FR 33394
Interim Final Rule Partial 
Effectiveness Postponed         10/13/92                    57 FR 46814
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period Reopened to 01/29/93     01/07/93                     58 FR 2989
Interim Final Rule Partial 
Effectiveness Postponed         02/23/93                    58 FR 10989
Notice of Meeting               02/26/93                    58 FR 11549
Interim Final Rule Small Vehicle 
Testing, Phase-in of Effective 
Date                            11/03/93                    58 FR 58732


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/28/92 (57 FR 33394)

Additional Information: Former section 12(h) of the FT Act, as amended 
(now 49 USC 5302(a)(9)), defines a ``new bus model'' model'' as a bus 
model which has not been used in mass transportation service in the 
United States before the date of production of such model, or a bus 
model which has been used in such service, but which is being produced 
with a major change in configuration or components. A third interim 
final rule, published on 07/28/92, added two new categories of buses 
required to be tested. On 10/13/92 FTA published a notice postponing 
the application of the interim final rule for these vehicle types until 
02/10/93. The FTA's fourth interim final rule, issued on November 3, 
1993, established four subcategories of small vehicles to facilitate 
the phase-in of testing, and set forth guidance for the partial testing 
of models that have been fully tested, but later are produced with 
changes in configuration or components.

Agency Contact: Richard Wong, Attorney-Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, Office of Chief 
Counsel, Room 9316, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 
366-1936

RIN: 2132-AA30
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
______________________________________________________________________

2644. +STATE RESPONSIBILITY FOR FIXED-GUIDEWAY SYSTEM SAFETY

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5330

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 659 [[Page 23734]] 

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

Abstract: Former section 28 of the Federal Transit Act, as amended (now 
49 USC 5330), directs the Federal Transit Administration to issue a 
rule requiring States to oversee the safety of rail fixed guideway 
systems not regulated by Federal Railroad Administration. This 
rulemaking would improve the safety of rail fixed-guideway systems. 
This action is considered significant because of substantial public and 
congressional interest, and the statutory mandate.

Statement of Need: A ``patchwork'' system of regulation of rail fixed-
guideway systems (subways, light rail systems, and monorails) has 
developed throughout the country; some systems regulate themselves, 
while others are regulated by State oversight agencies. In 1991 
Congress addressed this issue by adding section 28 to the Federal 
Transit Act, as amended, and in doing so, instructed the FTA to issue a 
regulation requiring a State to designate an agency to oversee the 
safety of rail fixed guideway systems within the State. With this rule, 
the FTA intends to develop consistency among the States and various 
transit agencies operating rail fixed guideway systems and ensure that 
passengers have safe mass transportation.

Summary of the Legal Basis: This rulemaking is required by section 28 
of the FT Act (now 49 USC 5330), which applies only to those States in 
which a rail fixed-guideway system operates that is not regulated by 
the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and requires any such State 
to designate a State oversight agency to be responsible for overseeing 
the rail-fixed guideway system's safety practices. FTA is required to 
issue a rule implementing the program, and may withhold Federal funds 
if a State fails to implement the rule. The provision was added to the 
FT Act by the 1991 Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act.
More specifically, the statute describes the responsibilities of the 
State, the agency the State designates to provide safety oversight, and 
the type of activities the agency is expected to carry out. In most 
instances, this entity will be an agency of the State because most rail 
fixed-guideway systems operate in only one State, but where a rail 
fixed-guideway system operates in more than one State, the statute 
permits the affected States to designate any entity, other than the 
transit agency itself, to oversee that rail fixed-guideway system.
Whether the oversight agency is a State agency or some other entity, it 
must require each affected transit agency to create a system safety 
program plan, which the oversight agency reviews and approves. The 
oversight agency also must investigate accidents and hazardous 
conditions. Once a hazardous condition has been discovered, the 
oversight agency must require the transit agency to correct or 
eliminate it.
If a State has not met these requirements by September 30, 1994, or has 
not made adequate efforts to comply with them, the Secretary may 
withhold up to 5 percent of the fiscal year 1995 (or subsequent year) 
section 9 apportionment attributable to the State or an affected 
urbanized area in the State. (The section 9 program, the basic transit 
program upon which cities rely for their transportation needs, provides 
capital and operating assistance to urbanized (50,000 or more in 
population) areas. Section 9 funds are apportioned by a statutory 
formula based on population and population density for areas under 
200,000 in population; and on population, population density, and 
transportation data for areas over 200,000 in population.)

Alternatives: Because this rule is mandated by Congress, FTA has not 
considered any nonregulatory ways to address this issue. Through the 
rulemaking process, however, we have sought to give the affected States 
a variety of options, especially since several States have in place an 
existing oversight system. We note, however, that the statute 
describes, in some detail, the role of the State oversight agency and 
we have limited the alternatives to those which meet the requirements 
of section 28.
The Federal Transit Administration published an advance notice of 
proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) in the Federal Register on June 25, 1992, 
at 57 FR 28572, and a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on December 
9, 1993, at 58 FR 64856. In the ANPRM, the public was asked to comment 
about a variety of issues, particularly concerning the role of the 
State oversight agency. At issue was whether FTA should prescribe in 
detail the structure and duties of the oversight agency, whether FTA 
should promulgate general minimum guidelines, or whether FTA should 
allow the localities to decide for themselves how they would like to 
structure the oversight agency and the oversight process. We continue 
to address this issue in the NPRM stage of the rulemaking process.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: FTA's regulatory evaluation estimated 
that implementing the rule would save 2 lives and prevent 195 injuries 
annually and would cost FTA, the State oversight agencies, and the 
transit agencies $1,274,300 during the first year, and $11,352,100 over 
10 years. The figures for the first year include the one-time start-up 
costs for all the agencies involved.

Risks: The primary intent of the rule is to improve the safe operation 
of rail fixed-guideway systems, which may mean a reduction in the 
number of accidents and injuries occurring during the operation of a 
rail fixed-guideway system and a consequent lowering of health care 
costs.
Although the intent of section 28 is to increase the safety of rail 
fixed-guideway systems, it does not authorize the FTA to regulate them, 
and hence, does not greatly expand FTA's very limited safety authority. 
Instead, it requires FTA to require rail fixed-guideway systems, 
through the State oversight agency, to adopt a proactive process to 
ensure the safe operation of the system. While mass transit is one of 
the most reliable and safe modes of transportation, the sheer volume of 
passengers transported at any one time shows the magnitude of the risk 
of a catastrophic accident--a relatively minor operational or 
mechanical failure could endanger many transit riders.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Public Hearing Notice           06/11/92                    57 FR 24768
ANPRM                           06/25/92                    57 FR 28572
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/24/92
NPRM                            12/09/93                    58 FR 64856
NPRM Comment Period End         02/07/94
Hearing Notice: Extension of 
Comment Period to 03/08/94      02/28/94                     59 FR 9460
Final Action                    04/00/95                [[Page 23735]] 

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation 12/09/
93 (58 FR 64856)

Agency Contact: Nancy Zaczek, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4011

RIN: 2132-AA39
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
______________________________________________________________________

2645. +MANAGEMENT AND MONITORING SYSTEMS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 102-240, sec 1034; 23 USC 303

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 614; 23 CFR 626; 23 CFR 500

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

Abstract: The Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act mandates 
the FTA and FHWA to issue regulations for State development and 
implementation of systems for managing: (1) highway pavement of 
Federal-aid highways; (2) bridges on and off Federal-aid highways; (3) 
highway safety; (4) traffic congestion; (5) public transportation 
facilities and equipment; (6) intermodal transportation facilities and 
systems. States must be implementing each management system in Federal 
fiscal year 1955 or the Secretary may withhold up to 10 percent of 
funds apportioned under Title 23, U.S.C., or under 49 USC chapter 53 
(mass transportation), for any fiscal year beginning after September 
30, 1995. The primary purpose of these systems is to improve the 
efficiency of, and protect the investment in, existing and future 
transportation infrastructure. The systems will provide additional 
information needed to make informed decisions for optimum utilization 
of limited resources. (cont)

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/03/92                    57 FR 23460
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/03/92
NPRM                            03/02/93                    58 FR 12096
Request for Comments            03/24/93                    58 FR 15816
NPRM Comment Period End         05/03/93
Interim Final Rule              12/01/93                    58 FR 63442
Interim Final Rule Correction   12/07/93                    58 FR 64374
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis; Regulatory Evaluation 12/01/
93 (58 FR 63442)

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: The economic impact of the 
regulation is expected to be minimal. This regulation is issued jointly 
with the Federal Highway Administration (RIN 2125-AC97). The regulation 
is considered significant because of substantial State and local 
government, public, and congressional interest. The interim final rule 
was effective January 3, 1994; comments were due by January 31, 1994.

Agency Contact: Ron Jensen-Fisher, Senior Community Planner, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0257

RIN: 2132-AA47
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
______________________________________________________________________

2646. +TEMPORARY LOCAL MATCH WAIVER FOR SECTIONS 9 AND 18

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 102-240, sec 1054; PL 102-388; PL 102-302

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 671

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rulemaking was mandated by the 1992 Dire Emergency 
Supplemental Appropriations Act and 1993 Department of Transportation 
and Related Appropriations Act. The rule allowed recipients to ask for 
a temporary waiver in 1992 and 1993 of the local match required under 
sections 9 and 18 of the Federal Transit Act, as amended. An interim 
final rule, which announced the availability of the program and 
establishes the procedures for applying for that program, was employed, 
since this matter was extremely time-sensitive and of substantial 
public interest. The only remaining matter, technical in nature, is to 
publish a final rule.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/11/93                    58 FR 42690
Interim Final Rule Effective    09/10/93
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/12/93
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/11/93 (58 FR 42690)

Additional Information: The comment period ended on October 12, 1993, 
and the FTA anticipates issuing a final rule based on the interim final 
rule. A policy statement providing general guidance on local share 
issues was published on July 10, 1992 (57 FR 30880).

Agency Contact: Nancy Zaczek, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4011

RIN: 2132-AA49
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
______________________________________________________________________


2647. +NEW STARTS CRITERIA

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5309(e)(4)(A)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 611

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act requires 
new criteria to be used in determining whether a major new construction 
project is eligible for funding. The agency is reviewing this matter to 
determine whether to develop a rulemaking or to issue ``guidance'' on 
this matter. If guidance is developed, this project would no longer be 
considered significant.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Ron Jensen-Fisher, Senior Community Planner, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0096

RIN: 2132-AA50


[[Page 23736]] 
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2648. CONSOLIDATION OF SPECIFICATIONS FOR HIGH-PRESSURE SEAMLESS 
CYLINDERS AND REWRITE OF 49 CFR 173.34

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 178

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking involves a proposal to revise the 
requalification requirements for cylinders and consolidate and revise 
the specifications for high-pressure seamless cylinders. (Project No. 
305-83).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Formerly entitled Review: Consolidation of 
Specifications for High-Pressure Seamless Cylinders.

Agency Contact: Gopala Vinjamuri, Department of Transportation, 
Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4545

RIN: 2137-AA92
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                       Prerule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________


2649. MODERNIZING THE PASSENGER ORIGIN-DESTINATION SURVEY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 41708; 49 USC 41709

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 241

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Historically, the source document for the Passenger Origin-
Destination Survey was the auditor's coupon of the ticket. Until 
recently, these coupons provided all the information that was needed 
for the Survey. In the last few years, the carriers have begun using 
trip passes in conjunction with the tickets, thereby eliminating some 
of the data that is required to be reported in the Survey. Other 
innovations used by the industry, such as funnel flights and code-
sharing, have impacted the Survey and obscured some of the data that is 
required to be reported, such as change of planes and junction points. 
This rulemaking will explore whether there are alternative sources for 
the data and modernize the collection system to keep pace with the 
industry.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jack Calloway, Chief, Regulations Division, Department 
of Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, DAI-1, 
Room 4125, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4383

RIN: 2137-AB92



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2650. +GAS GATHERING LINE DEFINITION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192.3

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

Abstract: The existing definition of ``gathering line'' would be 
clearly defined to eliminate confusion in distinguishing these 
pipelines from transmission lines in rural areas. The costs should be 
minimal since the definition will conform to prevailing practices in 
government and industry. Action is significant because the definition 
is of Congressional interest and is required by the Pipeline Safety Act 
of 1992.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/25/91                    56 FR 48505
NPRM Comment Period End         11/25/91
SNPRM                           04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/25/91 (56 FR 48505)

Agency Contact: C. De Leon, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-1640

RIN: 2137-AB15
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2651. +MAPS AND RECORDS OF PIPELINE LOCATION AND CHARACTERISTICS; 
NOTIFICATION OF STATE AGENCIES; PIPE INVENTORY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 1, 1989.
Deadline pertains to pipe inventory and State agency information.

Abstract: Maintenance of appropriate information about pipelines is 
essential for emergency response, compliance with safety standards, and 
other purposes. As part of a continuing policy to adopt similar 
requirements for gas and hazardous liquid pipelines where appropriate 
for safety, this action proposes to equalize as far as possible the 
requirements that gas and liquid operators keep maps and records to 
show the location and other characteristics of pipelines. Operators 
would also be required to keep an inventory of pipe and annually report 
mileage and other facts. In addition, operators would be required to 
provide certain information to State agencies upon request. This is a 
significant action because of congressional and State concerns about 
the need for appropriate public officials to have pipeline information.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation [[Page 23737]] 

Agency Contact: L.M. Furrow, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-2392

RIN: 2137-AB48
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2652. DOT 3AL ALUMINUM CYLINDERS; SAFETY PROBLEMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 178

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Certain DOT 3AL cylinders made of aluminum alloy 6351 were 
discovered developing cracks during service and occasionally leaks 
developed resulting in loss of contents. The ANPRM was to alert and 
inform all persons possessing these cylinders of the problems, identify 
those cylinders at risk, and suggest steps to minimize risks.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/10/87                    52 FR 26027
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/10/87                    52 FR 26027
NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/00/95

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-176A

Agency Contact: Charles Hochman, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4545

RIN: 2137-AB51
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2653. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF WELDED BREAKOUT TANKS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes to add safety standards for the 
design and construction of pipeline breakout tanks. This action would 
incorporate by reference the applicable standards for breakout tank 
design and construction that are contained in American Petroleum 
Institute Standard 650. This standard is already widely followed in the 
pipeline industry.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: M. Cooney, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590-0001, 202 366-6223

RIN: 2137-AC11
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2654. UNDERWATER ABANDONED PIPELINE FACILITIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

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

Abstract: This action would result in regulations specifying procedures 
for operators to report on underwater pipelines abandoned prior to 
October 24, 1992.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: L.E. Herrick, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-5523

RIN: 2137-AC33
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2655. ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS AND HIGH-DENSITY POPULATION 
AREAS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

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

Abstract: This action would require gas pipeline operators to identify 
pipeline facilities located in high-density population areas, and 
require hazardous liquid pipeline operators to identify pipeline 
facilities located in environmentally sensitive areas and high-density 
population areas.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice of Public Meeting on 6/
28/94 to Discuss Issues         06/15/94                    59 FR 30755
Public Meeting and Supplemental 
Notice                          06/22/94                    59 FR 32178
Public Meeting Comment Period 
End                             08/01/94
NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christina Sames, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-1640

RIN: 2137-AC34
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2656. +INCREASED INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 24, 1995.

Abstract: This rulemaking would require gas pipelines in high-density 
population areas and hazardous liquid pipelines in those areas and in 
environmentally sensitive areas or navigable waterways to be inspected 
periodically by internal inspection devices or equivalent means. This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Statement of Need: Gas transmission and hazardous liquid pipelines in 
high-density population areas and hazardous liquid pipelines in 
environmentally-sensitive areas or navigable waterways expose more 
people and the environment to the potential hazards of line failures 
than do similar pipelines in other locations. Many failures in these 
areas are due to the growth of hidden time-dependent defects, such as 
material flaws, corrosion, and gouges [[Page 23738]] from excavation 
damage. Early detection and removal of time-dependent defects in high-
risk areas through frequent inspections may be a cost-effective way to 
prevent accidents and the consequent damage to people and the 
environment.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Sections 103 and 203 of the Pipeline Safety 
Act of 1992 require the Secretary to issue regulations requiring 
operators to inspect periodically certain pipelines, and to specify the 
circumstances, if any, under which an instrumented internal inspection 
device shall be used.

Alternatives: The alternatives under consideration are possible 
definitions of ``high-density population area'', ``environmentally 
sensitive area, and ``navigable waterway'', and the means of inspection 
that may be equivalent to internal inspection devices.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The potential costs and benefits of 
this action have not yet been determined.

Risks: The magnitude of the risk this action is intended to mitigate is 
illustrated by our latest published statistics. For example, in 1991, 
at least 74 of 210 accidents involving hazardous liquid pipelines, or 
35 percent, involved causes that might have been prevented by timely 
inspection. (This number excludes accidents where the cause was 
reported as excavation damage.) For gas transmission, comparable 
numbers are 18 of 71 accidents, or 25 percent. An example of the risk 
that could be lessened by this action is the failure on March 28, 1993, 
near Reston, Virginia, of a 36-inch petroleum pipeline operated by the 
Colonial Pipeline Company. An unrepaired gouge that had occurred either 
during construction or later by excavation damage led to a spill of 
over 30,000 gallons of diesel fuel into the Sugarland Run creek.
The effect of this action in reducing the overall risk of time-
dependent defects is still under study. However, it would depend on the 
proportion of accidents that occur on lines in high-density population 
areas, environmentally sensitive areas, and navigable waterways, and on 
the capability and frequency of inspection method. Because the risk of 
time-dependent defects is caused to some extent by unrepaired 
excavation damage, the rulemaking on excavation damage prevention 
programs also may reduce this risk.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: L. M. Furrow, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-2392

RIN: 2137-AC38
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2657. +EMERGENCY FLOW-RESTRICTING DEVICES

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 24, 1996.

Abstract: This rulemaking would specify those circumstances under which 
operators of hazardous liquid pipelines are required to use emergency 
flow-restricting devices, and other procedures, systems, and equipment 
to detect and locate pipeline ruptures and minimize releases. This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Statement of Need: The adverse safety and environmental effects of 
pipeline accidents are often the result of an operator's failure to 
rapidly detect and locate a leak and to rapidly shut down the pipeline. 
Quicker response to pipeline leaks through the strategic placement and 
use of emergency flow-restricting devices, with a reliable leak 
detection capability, can reduce the amount of liquid spilled into the 
environment and the consequent damages to life and property.

Summary of the Legal Basis: Section 212 of the Pipeline Safety Act of 
1992 requires the Secretary to survey and assess the effectiveness of 
emergency flow-restricting devices (including remotely controlled 
valves and check valves) and other equipment used to detect and locate 
pipeline ruptures and minimize product releases. Section 212 requires 
the Secretary, within 2 years after completing the survey and 
assessment, to issue regulations prescribing the circumstances under 
which operators of hazardous liquid pipeline facilities must use 
emergency flow-restricting devices or other equipment.

Alternatives: The alternatives under consideration are different types 
of emergency flow-restricting devices and associated leak detection 
systems, and the sites that would maximize the usefulness of these 
devices and systems.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: The potential costs and benefits of 
this action have not yet been determined.

Risks: This action addresses the increased risks to safety and the 
environment that result from the lack of prompt response to a line 
leak. Although the magnitude of potential risk reduction has not yet 
been determined, an example of the type of accident that this action 
might mitigate is the 1989 spill from an Exxon pipeline in the harbor 
between New York and New Jersey. Over 500,000 gallons of No. 2 fuel oil 
entered the water from a gash in the pipeline. A leak detection system 
that had been malfunctioning for 12 years failed to alert the operator 
to shut down the pipeline immediately.
This action is related to an action required by the Oil Pollution Act 
of 1990. This other action, now in effect under an interim final rule, 
but subject to change, requires operators to develop and execute 
approved oil spill response plans. Both actions are directed toward 
improving operators' accident response capabilities and minimizing 
accident consequences.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/19/94                     59 FR 2802
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/19/94
NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: L. Ulrich, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590-0001, 202 366-2392

RIN: 2137-AC39


______________________________________________________________________



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

[[Page 23739]]
2658. TRANSPORTATION OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS; MISCELLANEOUS 
AMENDMENTS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 171 to 178

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this rulemaking is to issue nonsignificant 
regulations routinely to keep an established body of regulations 
operationally current.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-166Y.

Agency Contact: Joan McIntyre, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC41
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2659. SAFETY PERMITS--SHIPPER'S RESPONSIBILITY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 171

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 16, 1991.

Abstract: The purpose of this rule is to prohibit shippers from 
offering to motor carriers certain hazardous materials for 
transportation, if such motor carriers are required to have a safety 
permit but do not.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket HM-218. Action under this rulemaking 
will be coordinated with, and the timing is dependent upon, a 
rulemaking being conducted by the Federal Highway Administration to 
require motor carriers transporting hazardous materials to obtain a 
safety permit (RIN 2125-AC78).

Agency Contact: Helen Engrum, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC45
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2660. LABELING REQUIREMENTS FOR POISONOUS MATERIALS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 174 to 177

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action considers changes to certain labeling provisions 
of the Hazardous Materials Regulations to require the use of a POISON 
label on packages containing materials meeting the toxicity criteria 
for poisonous materials in Division 6.1, Packing Group III.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/08/93                    58 FR 59224
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/10/94
NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-217.

Agency Contact: Beth Romo, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh St. SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 
366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC47
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2661. REVIEW OF CONFIDENTIALITY REQUIREMENTS FOR SCHEDULE T-100 
DOMESTIC MARKET DATA

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  49 USC 40101; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 41708; 49 USC 
41709

CFR Citation:  14 CFR 241

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Domestic data filed in Schedule T-100 ``U.S. Air Carrier 
Traffic and Capacity Data by Nonstop Segment and On-Flight Market'' are 
released to the public immediately after edit. This rulemaking will 
explore whether the policy of immediate release should be modified for 
sensitive domestic market data to include a period of confidentiality.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jack Calloway, Chief, Regulations Division, Department 
of Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-4383

RIN: 2137-AC49
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2662. HAZARDOUS LIQUID GATHERING LINE DEFINITION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 195

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

Abstract: The existing definition of ``gathering line'' would be better 
defined to distinguish gathering lines from other pipelines.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Cesar De Leon, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-1640

RIN: 2137-AC52
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2663. REGULATED GAS AND HAZARDOUS LIQUID GATHERING LINES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 24, 1995.

Abstract: This action would establish certain regulations for gas and 
hazardous liquid gathering lines in rural areas. [[Page 23740]] 

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Cesar De Leon, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-1640

RIN: 2137-AC53
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2664. PERMANENT UNDERWATER INSPECTIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, May 16, 1993.
Final, Statutory, April 24, 1995.
Final, Statutory, October 24, 1995.

Abstract: This action would require operators of natural gas and 
hazardous liquid pipelines to conduct periodic underwater inspections 
of offshore pipelines and those in navigable waterways. This action 
would also define what constitutes an exposed underwater pipeline and 
what constitutes a hazard to navigation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: L.E. Herrick, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-5523

RIN: 2137-AC54
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2665. EXCESS FLOW VALVE CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192

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

Abstract: This action would require operators of natural gas 
distribution systems to notify their customers, with lines in which 
excess flow valves are not required by law, of the availability of 
excess flow valves, safety benefits of these valves, and the costs of 
installation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: M. Israni, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590-0001, 202 366-4571

RIN: 2137-AC55
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2666. MANDATORY ONE-CALL PARTICIPATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would require operators of gas and hazardous 
liquid pipelines to participate in qualified one-call damage prevention 
systems.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/20/95                    60 FR 14714
NPRM Comment Period End         05/19/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: C. Sames, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-7697

RIN: 2137-AC57
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2667.  REVISION OF CYLINDER QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 178

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the existing cylinder periodic 
inspection, testing, and requalification requirements contained in the 
Hazardous Materials Regulations. By clarifying regulatory language, 
incorporating legal interpretations, and recognizing reliable industry 
practices that have developed over time, this action would provide 
guidance to the regulated public and improve the enforceability of the 
regulations.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Docket HM-220

Agency Contact: Theresa Gwynn, Regulations Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC59
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2668.  ALTERNATE STANDARDS FOR OPEN-HEAD FIBER DRUM 
PACKAGING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 178

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1995.
Section 122 of Pub. L. 103-311 requires that rulemaking action be 
completed by October 1, 1995.

Abstract: This action examines whether there are standards, other than 
the performance-based standards adopted under Docket HM-181, that will 
provide and equivalent or greater level of safety to the HM-181 
standards, that open-head fiber drums can meet for the transportation 
of liquid hazardous materials.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/07/94                    59 FR 51157
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/12/94
Supplemental ANPRM Comment 
Period End 3/13/95              01/25/95                     60 FR 4879


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined [[Page 23741]] 

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Docket HM-221.

Agency Contact: J. Potter/D. LaValle, Transportation Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 
366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC62
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2669.  REVISION OF EXEMPTION, APPROVAL, REGISTRATION, AND 
REPORTING PROCEDURES

Priority:  Informational

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1321; 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 106; 49 CFR 107; 49 CFR 171

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to make necessary revisions to update 
and clarify the rulemaking, exemption, and approval processes. In 
addition, this action would codify interpretations of several terms 
concerning hazardous materials transportation jurisdiction (e.g., ``in 
commerce'').

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-207C.

Agency Contact: J. Antonielli, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-8553

RIN: 2137-AC63
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2670.  RETENTION OF SHIPPING PAPERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 174; 49 CFR 175; 49 CFR 176; 49 CFR 
177

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations by requiring shippers and carriers to retain a copy of the 
hazardous material shipping paper or an electronic image of the 
shipping paper for a period of one year after the hazardous material is 
no longer in transportation.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-207B.

Agency Contact: Jackie Smith, Transportation Regulation Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 
366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC64
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________


2671.  PIPELINE SAFETY USER FEES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60301

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 190

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action announces proposed changes in procedures for 
administering user fee assessments for natural gas, liquefied natural 
gas, and hazardous liquid pipeline facilities, and requests comments on 
those changes. The proposed changes are needed to clarify definitions 
and procedures for fee assessment.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Notice of Agency Action         04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lisa Kokoszka, Management and Program Analyst, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 
366-4554

RIN: 2137-AC65



______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2672. QUANTITY LIMITATIONS ABOARD AIRCRAFT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposed to remove the fifty-pound limit on the 
quantity that may be stowed in an inaccessible cargo location on 
passenger-carrying aircraft. Comments to the NPRM indicated that 
further evaluation is needed. Therefore, RSPA is reevaluating the 
proposal and the alternatives available.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/06/84                    49 FR 13717
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/01/84                    49 FR 13717
NPRM                            02/13/85                     50 FR 6013
NPRM Comment Period End         05/30/85                     50 FR 6013


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/13/85 (50 FR 6013)

Additional Information: This project was formerly entitled: Limitation 
Aboard Aircraft. Docket HM-192.

Agency Contact: Jennifer Antonielli, Transportation Reg. Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4488

RIN: 2137-AA85
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2673. +HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN INTRASTATE COMMERCE

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 171 to 179

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes to extend the applicability of the 
[[Page 23742]] Hazardous Materials Regulations to govern all intrastate 
shipments of hazardous materials in commerce. This rulemaking is 
significant because of substantial public interest and possible 
federalism implications. The Hazardous Materials Transportation Uniform 
Safety Act of 1990 mandates that the Secretary issue regulations for 
the intrastate transportation of hazardous materials in commerce.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/29/87                    52 FR 24195
Comment Period Extended to 11/
28/87                           09/21/87                    52 FR 35464
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/28/87
NPRM                            07/09/93                    58 FR 36920
NPRM Correction                 07/15/93                    58 FR 38111
NPRM Comment Period End         10/13/93
Final Action                    01/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 07/09/93 (58 FR 36920)

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-200.

Agency Contact: Jacquelyn Smith, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AB37
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2674. +QUALIFICATION OF PIPELINE PERSONNEL

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Training and qualification standards have been proposed for 
personnel involved in the operation and maintenance of gas and 
hazardous liquid pipelines. Special consideration would be given to 
operators of small gas systems to alleviate the burden of compliance. 
This rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial State 
and congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/23/87                     52 FR 9189
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/07/87                     52 FR 9189
NPRM                            08/03/94                    59 FR 39506
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
10/31/94                        09/07/94                    59 FR 46219
Public Meeting Notice           09/07/94                    59 FR 46219
NPRM Comment Period End         10/03/94
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/03/94 (59 FR 39506)

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-94. Formerly entitled: Pipeline 
Operator Qualifications. The proposals regarding certification of 
personnel and emergency response in ``Proposals for Pipeline Safety,'' 
RIN 2137-AB27, have been consolidated into this rulemaking.

Agency Contact: A. Garnett, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-2036

RIN: 2137-AB38
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2675. DETECTION AND REPAIR OF CRACKS, PITS, CORROSION, LINING 
FLAWS, THERMAL DETECTION FLAWS, AND OTHER DEFECTS OF TANK CAR TANKS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 173

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, September 30, 1993. Final, Statutory, 
August 25, 1995.

Abstract: This rule would clarify existing inspection requirements for 
tank car tanks; add new inspection requirements for thermal protection 
on tank car tanks; permit the use of new inspection techniques for tank 
cars transporting low vapor pressure commodities in lieu of periodic 
hydrostatic retests; and establish minimum in-service tank thickness 
requirements.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/08/87                    52 FR 46510
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/11/88                    52 FR 46510
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
05/13/88                        02/18/88                     53 FR 4862
NPRM                            09/16/93                    58 FR 48485
NPRM Comment Period End         03/16/94
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/16/93 (58 FR 48485)

Additional Information: Docket HM-201.

Agency Contact: P. Olekszyk (FRA), Department of Transportation, 
Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-0897

RIN: 2137-AB40
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2676. DETERMINING THE EXTENT OF CORROSION ON EXPOSED GAS PIPELINES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Corrosion is a major cause of gas and hazardous liquid 
pipeline accidents. A safety standard applicable to liquid pipelines 
requires operators to examine exposed pipe for evidence of external 
corrosion and, if harmful corrosion is found, to investigate further to 
determine the extent of the corrosion. As part of a continuing policy 
to adopt similar requirements for gas and liquid pipelines where 
appropriate for safety, this action proposes that exposed gas pipelines 
with evidence of harmful corrosion be investigated to determine the 
extent of the corrosion.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/27/89                    54 FR 27041
NPRM Comment Period End         09/25/89                    54 FR 27041
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/27/89 (54 FR 27041)

Additional Information: National Transportation Safety Board 
[[Page 23743]] Recommendation P-87-3 provides a basis for this action. 
Docket No. PS-107

Agency Contact: C. Sames, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-7697

RIN: 2137-AB50
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2677. TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS; COMPATIBILITY WITH THE 
INTERNATIONAL ATOMIC ENERGY AGENCY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 171 to 178

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would align the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations (HMR) with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) 
Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Materials, Safety 
Series No. 6. This action is necessary to implement practices and 
procedures that will improve safety in the transportation of 
radioactive materials and to facilitate international commerce. The 
timing of this action is dependent upon action to be taken by the 
Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments: Comment 
Period End 12/23/88             11/21/88                    53 FR 46973
NPRM                            11/14/89                    54 FR 47454
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
05/11/90                        02/08/90                     55 FR 4445
NPRM Comment Period End         02/09/90
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/14/89 (54 FR 47454)

Additional Information: Docket HM-169A

Agency Contact: John Gale, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AB60
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2678. TRANSPORTATION OF HYDROGEN SULFIDE BY PIPELINE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In a few reported instances, excessive amounts of hydrogen 
sulfide were introduced into natural gas pipelines. High concentrations 
of hydrogen sulfide are very detrimental to steel pipelines and 
extremely toxic. This action examined the need to establish a maximum 
allowable concentration and other control measures. Based upon public 
comments and the views of its gas pipeline advisory committee, RSPA has 
decided that the proposed rule should be reevaluated.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/07/89                    54 FR 24361
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/05/89                    54 FR 24361
NPRM                            03/18/91                    56 FR 11490
NPRM Comment Period End         06/17/91
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 03/18/91 (56 FR 11490)

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-106. As a result of public 
comments, this action will be withdrawn. Some of the proposals in this 
action will be included in a later rulemaking.

Agency Contact: M. Israni, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-4571

RIN: 2137-AB63
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2679. PASSAGE OF INTERNAL INSPECTION DEVICES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking established minimum Federal safety standards 
requiring that new and replacement gas transmission and hazardous 
liquid pipelines be designed to accommodate the passage of internal 
inspection devices. This rulemaking is mandated by PL 100-561. In 
response to petitions for reconsideration of the final rule, an NPRM 
was issued.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/20/92                    57 FR 54745
NPRM Comment Period End         01/19/93                    57 FR 54745
Final Rule: Effective 5/12/94   04/12/94                    59 FR 17275
NPRM                            09/30/94                    59 FR 49896
NPRM Correction                 10/19/94                    59 FR 52863
NPRM Comment Period End         10/31/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/12/94 (59 FR 17275)

Additional Information: The integrity testing proposal in ``Proposals 
for Pipeline Safety,'' RIN 2137-AB27, was consolidated, in part, in 
this rulemaking. Docket No. PS-126.
Comments on other than compliance dates are due 11/29/94.

Agency Contact: A. Garnett, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-2036

RIN: 2137-AB71
______________________________________________________________________




______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2680. +IMPROVEMENTS TO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEMS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 172

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, June 16, 1992, complete rulemaking on central 
reporting system and computerized telecommunications data center.
Final, Statutory, May 16, 1993, complete rulemaking oncontinually 
monitored telephone systems.
Final, Statutory, May 16, 1993, final rule on improving system for 
placarding vehicles transporting hazardous materials.

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes incremental improvements to the 
hazardous materials identification system addressing placarding and 
[[Page 23744]] identification number marking displays on transport 
vehicles, fumigated materials marking requirements, and carrier 
requirements for notification of incidents. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest and 
safety implications.

Statement of Need: Sections 25 and 26 of the Hazardous Materials 
Transportation Uniform Safety Act of 1990 require DOT to initiate 
rulemaking to determine methods of improving the current system of 
placarding vehicles transporting hazardous materials; to determine 
methods for establishing and operating a central reporting system and 
computerized telecommunication data center that can provide information 
to facilitate responses to accidents and incidents involving the 
transportation of hazardous materials; and to study the feasibility of 
requiring carriers of hazardous materials to establish continually 
monitored telephone systems equipped to provide emergency response 
information. Although the National Academy of Sciences, in its report 
to Congress and DOT, did not support implementation of a central 
reporting system and computerized data communications center, it did 
identify certain areas in the current system of hazardous materials 
identification that could be improved incrementally.

Summary of the Legal Basis: The Hazardous Materials Transportation 
Uniform Safety Act of 1990 requires DOT to initiate a rulemaking to 
determine methods of improving the current system of placarding 
vehicles transporting hazardous materials; to determine methods for 
establishing and operating a central reporting system and computerized 
telecommunications data center that can provide information to 
facilitate responses to accidents and incidents involving the 
transportation of hazardous materials; and to study the feasibility of 
requiring carriers of hazardous materials to establish continually 
monitored telephone systems equipped to provide emergency response 
information.

Alternatives: In an advance notice of proposed rulemaking, DOT asked a 
series of 66 questions addressing three primary areas of regulation: 
improvements to the current hazard communication system, involving 
labeling and placarding; the need and feasibility of establishing a 
central reporting system and data communications center; and the need 
and feasibility of requiring carriers to maintain a 24-hour emergency 
response telephone number. Various alternatives have been evaluated in 
the notice of proposed rulemaking, which will propose an incremental 
increase in improving the current hazard communication system.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: At this time, RSPA has limited 
information on the costs and benefits associated with issuing 
regulations on improvements to the hazard communication system, 
including placarding, establishment and continuing costs for a central 
reporting system and computerized data center, or for a continually 
monitored carrier telephone number for information on hazardous 
materials accidents and incidents. Various options are being evaluated, 
and the costs associated with these options and proposed requirements 
are included in a draft regulatory evaluation as part of the docket. 
RSPA will continue to assess the costs and benefits associated with the 
proposed requirements as additional information is obtained through the 
rulemaking process.

Risks: Over the last 25 years, DOT has developed a comprehensive 
hazardous materials transportation regulatory system. This system 
encompasses various aspects of hazardous materials transportation, 
including hazardous materials classification criteria, packaging 
standards for hazardous materials, training of hazardous materials 
workers, handling requirements for transportation workers, and 
hazardous communication requirements, including shipping papers, 
package marking and labeling, vehicle placarding, and emergency 
response information requirements. The changes proposed in this notice 
of proposed rulemaking are consistent with the overall approach of DOT 
to ensure the safe transportation of hazardous materials. These 
incremental improvements to safety will provide emergency responders 
with better identification of the hazardous materials involved in the 
incident and will enable them to better protect themselves and the 
public.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/09/92                    57 FR 24532
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
10/09/92                        08/05/92                    57 FR 34542
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/10/92
NPRM                            08/15/94                    59 FR 41848
Public Hearing Notice           08/15/94                    59 FR 41848
NPRM Correction                 08/26/94                    59 FR 44230
Correction to 08/26/94 
Correction                      08/30/94                    59 FR 44795
NPRM Comment Period End         12/02/94
Final Action                    06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/15/94 (59 FR 41848)

Additional Information: Docket HM-206. Formerly entitled ``Improving 
Hazardous Materials Identification: Placarding; Reporting/Tracking; and 
Continually Monitored Telephone Systems.''

Agency Contact: J. Potter/H. Engrum, Department of Transportation, 
Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AB75
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2681. +CRASHWORTHINESS PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR TANK CARS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 173

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, September 30, 1993. Final, Statutory, 
August 25, 1995.

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes revisions to the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations that would improve the crashworthiness of tank cars and 
restrict the continued use in hazardous materials service of tank cars 
that no longer meet current safety requirements. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/15/90                    55 FR 20242
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/21/90                [[Page 23745]] 
SANPRM; Comment Period End 01/
04/91                           08/29/90                    55 FR 35327
NPRM                            10/08/93                    58 FR 52574
NPRM Comment Period End         02/07/94
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 10/08/93 (58 FR 52574)

Additional Information: Docket HM-175A. Formerly entitled, 
``Specifications for Tank Car Tanks.''

Agency Contact: E. Martin, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AB89
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
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2682. +EXCESS FLOW VALVES IN SERVICE LINES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192

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

Abstract: Service line breaks due to excavation damage and other causes 
continue to be a threat to public safety, despite the precautions being 
taken through one-call damage prevention programs and line surveys for 
corrosion or leaks. Excess flow valves would be required on new and 
renewed service lines to stop the flow of gas in the event of a line 
break. This rulemaking is considered significant because it involves a 
substantial change in regulations and concerns a matter of substantial 
public and congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/20/90                    55 FR 52188
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/20/91
NPRM                            04/21/93                    58 FR 21524
NPRM Notice of meeting and 
extension of comment period to 
7/6/93                          06/15/93                    58 FR 33064
NPRM Comment Period End         06/21/93
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
10/03/94                        08/02/94                    59 FR 39319
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/21/93 (58 FR 21524)

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-118.

Agency Contact: M. Israni, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-4571

RIN: 2137-AB97
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
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2683. +SAFEGUARDING FOOD FROM CONTAMINATION DURING TRANSPORTATION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5701 to 5714

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 1

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, August 1, 1991.

Abstract: The Sanitary Food Transportation Act of 1990 (SFTA; Pub. L. 
101-500) requires the Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with 
the Secretaries of Agriculture and Health and Human Services and the 
Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, to issue 
regulations concerning the transportation of food, food additives, 
drugs, devices, and cosmetics in motor and rail vehicles also used to 
transport nonfood products that could pose an unreasonable danger to 
human or animal health when so transported. This rulemaking will 
implement the statutory requirements. This rulemaking is significant 
because of substantial public and congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/20/91                     56 FR 6934
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
04/29/91                        03/21/91                    56 FR 11982
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/26/91
NPRM                            05/21/93                    58 FR 29698
Public Hearings Notice          05/21/93                    58 FR 29698
NPRM Comment Period End         10/18/93
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 05/21/93 (58 FR 29698)

Additional Information: Docket FS-1.

Agency Contact: E. Richards/J. Gale, Department of Transportation, 
Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-0656

RIN: 2137-AC00
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2684. TANK CARS AND CARGO TANK MOTOR VEHICLES: ATTENDANCE 
REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 174; 49 CFR 177

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to establish standards to allow the use 
of electronic surveillance and monitoring equipment (signalling 
systems) for unloading tank cars and loading cargo tank motor vehicles, 
and to revise other unloading requirements for tank cars. This action 
would recognize recent technological innovations and improve safety 
during the loading/unloading of bulk quantities of hazardous materials.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/14/92                    57 FR 42466
NPRM Comment Period End         12/14/92
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 09/14/92 (57 FR 42466)

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-212.

Agency Contact: Jennifer Karim, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC24
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2685. +REGULATORY REVIEW: GAS PIPELINE SAFETY STANDARDS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192 [[Page 23746]] 

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Gas pipeline safety standards would be amended or clarified 
to eliminate burdensome requirements without reducing safety. This 
action is significant because it would reduce regulatory burden that 
could hinder economic growth, and because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/31/92                    57 FR 39572
NPRM Comment Period End         09/30/92
Notice of Request For 
Information                     11/09/93                    58 FR 59431
Extension of Comment Period on 
Request For Information         12/27/93                    58 FR 68382
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 08/31/92 (57 FR 39572)

Additional Information: Certain proposals in ``Alternative Weld Defect 
Acceptance Criteria,'' RIN 2137-AC03; ``Petroleum Gas Systems,'' RIN 
2137-AC04; and ``Temperature Limits for Plastic Gas Pipelines,'' RIN 
2137-AC20 have been consolidated into this rulemaking. Docket No. PS-
124.

Agency Contact: A. Garnett, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590-0001, 202 366-2392

RIN: 2137-AC25
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2686. REGULATORY REVIEW: ADMINISTRATIVE PRACTICES, REPORTING 
PIPELINE INCIDENTS, GAS PIPELINE STANDARDS, AND LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS 
FACILITY STANDARDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 190; 49 CFR 191; 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 193

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Administrative practices and various gas pipeline and 
liquefied natural gas facility requirements would be amended to 
eliminate burdensome requirements without reducing safety. This action 
would reduce regulatory impediments to economic growth.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/06/92                    57 FR 53085
NPRM Comment Period End         12/07/92                    57 FR 53085
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/06/92 (57 FR 53085)

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-125. Proposals in ``Regulatory 
Review: Liquefied Natural Gas Facilities,'' RIN 2137-AC29, were 
consolidated into this rulemaking.

Agency Contact: M. Cooney, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590-0001, 202 366-6223

RIN: 2137-AC28
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2687. +RESPONSE PLANS FOR ONSHORE OIL PIPELINES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1321(j)(5)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 194

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

Abstract: This interim final rule establishes regulations requiring 
response plans for certain onshore oil pipelines. Those regulations are 
mandated by the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended by the 
Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (Pub. L. 101-380). The purpose of these 
requirements is to improve response capabilities and minimize the 
impact of onshore oil spills from pipelines.
This rule is significant because of substantial public and 
congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/05/93                      58 FR 244
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End 02/19/93             01/05/93                      58 FR 244
Notice of Public Meeting on 6/
28/94 to Discuss Issues         06/15/94                    59 FR 30755
Public Meeting Comment Period 
End                             08/01/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 01/05/93 (58 FR 244)

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-130. A public meeting was held on 
June 28, 1994, in Washington, DC, to discuss the definition of 
``environmentally sensitive areas,'' and allow written comments to be 
filed until August 1, 1994.

Agency Contact: C. Hoidal, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-8053

RIN: 2137-AC30
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2688. +OIL SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE PLANS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 1321(j)(5)

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 130

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

Abstract: This action establishes response plans for certain 
transportation containers such as cargo tanks and tank car tanks. These 
regulations are required by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (PL 101-380). 
The purpose of these regulations is to improve response capabilities 
and minimize the impact of onshore oil spills. This rule is significant 
because of substantial public and congressional interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/02/93                     58 FR 6864
Interim Final Rule; Correction  02/17/93                     58 FR 8820
Interim Final Rule; Public 
Hearing Notice; Comments Due 06/
03/93                           04/20/93                    58 FR 21260
Interim Final Rule; Comment 
Period End 7/30/93              06/16/93                    58 FR 33302
Interim Final Rule; Agenda for 
Public Meeting                  06/22/93                    58 FR 33918
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/16/93 (58 FR 33302)

Additional Information: Docket Nos. HM-214 and PC-1. All rulemaking now 
under Docket No. PC-1. Formerly entitled ``Oil and Hazardous 
[[Page 23747]] Substances: Spill Prevention, Containment, and Response 
Plans.''

Agency Contact: Diane LaValle, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
4488

RIN: 2137-AC31
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2689. CUSTOMER-OWNED SERVICE LINES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192

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

Abstract: The gas pipeline safety standards do not require operators to 
maintain customer-owned lines that connect customer buildings or houses 
to operator-maintained lines. These customer-owned lines, often called 
``yard lines,'' are subject to the same safety problems as operator-
maintained lines. This action would require operators who do not 
maintain yard lines to advise customers with such lines of the 
potential hazards of not maintaining the lines, and the requirements 
and resources available for maintenance.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/03/94                     59 FR 5168
SNPRM                           03/21/94                    59 FR 13300
NPRM Comment Period End         04/04/94
SNPRM Comment Period End        05/05/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 02/03/94 (59 FR 5168)

Additional Information: This action was previously entitled ``Yard 
Lines.''

Agency Contact: L. Furrow, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590-0001, 202 366-2392

RIN: 2137-AC32
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2690. +INFECTIOUS SUBSTANCES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 171 to 173

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action explores whether amendments are needed to the 
Hazardous Materials Regulations concerning the regulation of infectious 
substances, particularly medical waste containing infectious 
substances. The rulemaking is considered significant because it is of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/03/93                    58 FR 12207
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/20/93
Compliance Date Extended to 10/
01/94                           12/20/93                    58 FR 66302
Compliance Date Extended for 
Other Infectious Substances to 
01/01/95                        09/22/94                    59 FR 48762
Compliance Date Extended for RMW 
& Animal-Infectious to 10/01/95 09/22/94                    59 FR 48762
NPRM                            12/21/94                    59 FR 65860
NPRM Comment Period End         03/21/95
Final Action                    10/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/21/94 (59 FR 65860)

Additional Information: Docket HM-181G. March 17, 1993. Docket No. HM-
181G.

Agency Contact: E. Martin/J. Antonielli, Department of Transportation, 
Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC36
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________


2691.  +HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGISTRATION AND FEE ASSESSMENT 
PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 107

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action evaluates expansion of the registration fee 
assessment program and realignment of the fee structure. The changes 
would increase the annual registration fee for a number of persons by 
distinguishing between large, medium, and small entities that conduct 
operations in one or more of the several categories for which 
registration is required. The The intended effect of the changes is to 
provide a sound basis for funding the national emergency response 
training and planning grant program.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/30/95                     60 FR 5822
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: Docket HM-208B. A public hearing was held 
February 16, 1995.

Agency Contact: Joan McIntyre, Regulations Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC58


[[Page 23748]] 
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2692. ENFORCEMENT OF MOTOR CARRIER FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 
REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 387

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice solicited comments on the merits of a petition 
for rulemaking from the National Tank Truck Carriers proposing to amend 
the Hazardous Materials Regulations to require shippers of hazardous 
materials by highway, in cargo tanks, to obtain documentary proof that 
the motor carrier possesses the minimum level of financial 
responsibility required by 49 CFR part 387. Comments received generally 
oppose imposition of the petition's proposed requirements. Evaluation 
of the merits of the comments indicate safety would not be 
significantly enhanced by the proposed requirements. Therefore, this 
rulemaking will be withdrawn.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/20/87                    52 FR 19116
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/18/87
Withdrawn                       01/31/95                     60 FR 5889

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-199.

Agency Contact: Diane LaValle, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AB35
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______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2693. EXCAVATION DAMAGE PREVENTION PROGRAMS FOR GAS AND HAZARDOUS 
LIQUID PIPELINES

Legal Authority:  49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Each year a large percentage of gas and hazardous liquid 
pipeline accidents are caused by excavation damage. Based on existing 
rules intended to reduce damage to gas pipelines in populated areas, 
this action requires hazardous liquid and carbon dioxide pipeline 
operators to provide damage prevention programs, and gas operators have 
to expand their programs to cover rural areas. Under this action, 
operators' damage prevention programs could include participation in 
``one-call'' programs, but under RIN 2137-AC57, participation would be 
mandatory in certain cases.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/30/88                    53 FR 24747
NPRM Comment Period End         08/29/88                    53 FR 24747
Final Action                    03/20/95                    60 FR 14646
Final Action Effective          04/19/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 06/30/88 (53 FR 24747)

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-101. Formerly entitled: Natural 
Gas and Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Damage Prevention Program. The one-
call system proposal in ``Proposals for Pipeline Safety,'' RIN 2137-
AB27, has been consolidated, in part, in this rulemaking.

Agency Contact: A. Garnett, Department of Transportation, Research and 
Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590, 202 366-2036

RIN: 2137-AB47
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2694. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN COFC/TOFC SERVICE

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 174

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action revises the Hazardous Materials Regulations to 
permit the use of certain portable tanks and IM (intermodal) portable 
tanks to transport certain hazardous materials that pose a relatively 
low or moderate hazard in container-on-flatcar (COFC) or trailer-on-
flatcar (TOFC) service by rail without obtaining prior approval from 
the Federal Railroad Administration.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/30/85                    50 FR 18278
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/27/85
NPRM                            05/07/93                    58 FR 27257
NPRM Comment Period End         07/12/93
Final Action                    12/15/94                    59 FR 64742
Final Action Effective          02/13/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/15/94 (59 FR 64742)

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-197. Formerly entitled ``Use of 
Cargo Tanks, Portable Tanks, and Multi-Unit Tank Car Tanks in TOFC/COFC 
Service.''

Agency Contact: Diane LaValle, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC26
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2695. CARGO TANKS; MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 178; 49 CFR 180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action revises certain requirements for the manufacture, 
qualification, and maintenance of cargo tank motor vehicles. This 
action is responsive to petitions for rulemaking, exemptions, and 
RSPA's initiative. This action also finalizes the extension of the 
closing of the registration period until December 31, 1995, for 
registration of Registered Inspectors and Design Certifying Engineers 
for certification of cargo tank motor vehicles (published under Docket 
HM-183D on September 3, 1993).

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/03/93                    58 FR 12316
NPRM Comment Period End         06/15/93
Interim Final Rule              09/03/93                    58 FR 46872
Compliance Date Extended to 08/
31/95                           01/12/94                     59 FR 1784
Final Action                    11/03/94                    59 FR 55162
Final Action Effective          01/05/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 11/03/94 (59 FR 55162)

Additional Information: Docket Nos. HM-183C and HM-183D. To allow time 
for RSPA and the industry to resolve technical issues, the compliance 
date for the final rules published 6/12/89 (54 FR 24982), 5/22/90 (55 
FR 21035), 9/7/90 (55 FR 37028), and 6/17/91 (56 [[Page 23749]] FR 
27872) was extended to 4/21/94. Based on comments received, the 
compliance date was further extended on January 12, 1994 (59 FR 1784) 
to August 31, 1995. Response to petitions for reconsideration published 
04/05/95 60 FR 17398.

Agency Contact: Jennifer Karim, Transportation Specialist, Department 
of Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC37
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2696. INCORPORATION OF LATEST UNITED NATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE 
TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 171 to 180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action incorporates changes to the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations, based on recent changes to the United Nations 
Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, the International 
Civil Aviation Organization Technical Instructions, and the 
International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/18/94                    59 FR 36488
NPRM Comment Period End         09/06/94
Final Action                    12/29/94                    59 FR 67390
Correction                      02/08/95                     60 FR 7627
Final Action Effective          10/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 12/29/94 (59 FR 67390)

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-215A.

Agency Contact: Beth Romo/John Gale, Department of Transportation, 
Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC42
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
______________________________________________________________________

2697. APPROVAL OF MULTI-UNIT TANK CAR TANKS

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 179

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would have explored ways for the Department 
of Transportation to approve the design and manufacture of multi-unit 
tank car tanks, which are also known as ``ton tanks.'' This project may 
be reactivated in the future, if necessary.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Terminated                      12/28/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This project was initiated for planning 
purposes. The manufacture of multi-unit tank car tanks (ton tanks) will 
be handled through the routing approval process provided in the 
existing regulations. No further rulemaking action is anticipated at 
this time, but the project may be reactivated at a future date, if 
necessary.

Agency Contact: Diane LaValle, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-0001, 202 
366-4488

RIN: 2137-AC43
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)
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2698.  INCORPORATION OF RSPA CIVIL PENALTY GUIDELINES

Legal Authority:  49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation:  49 CFR 107

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is to publish the civil penalty guidelines that 
RSPA uses in enforcing the hazardous materials transportation 
regulations. This action provides the regulated community and the 
general public with guidance as to the factors that RSPA considers in 
proposing and assessing civil penalties for violations of the Federal 
hazardous material law and regulations.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Final Action                    03/06/95                    60 FR 12139
Final Action Effective          04/07/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket HM-207D.

Agency Contact: John O'Connell, Director, Office of Hazardous Materials 
Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Research and Special 
Programs Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590-
0001, 202 366-4700

RIN: 2137-AC60



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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Maritime Administration (MarAd)
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2699. +CARGO PREFERENCE--U.S.-FLAG VESSELS; UNIFORM CONTRACTING 
REQUIREMENTS FOR FEDERAL PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS

Priority:  Regulatory Plan

Legal Authority:  46 app USC 1241(b)

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MARAD is proposing amendments to its cargo preference 
regulations intended to ensure that U.S.-flag carriers of preference 
cargoes be allowed to carry such cargoes subject to standard commercial 
contract and contract tender terms that would allow them to avoid 
economic harm from discriminatory practices.

Statement of Need: The NPRM will propose a uniform charter party to be 
executed by the U.S. vessel owner and the charterer with respect to the 
carriage of agricultural commodity preference cargoes and would also 
require MARAD approval of all freight tenders for such preference 
cargoes. This action is needed to eliminate charter party terms that 
are at variance with generally accepted commercial terms and which 
discriminate against U.S.-flag carriers of agricultural commodity 
preference cargoes.

Summary of the Legal Basis: The legal basis for this action is section 
901(b) of the Merchant Marine Act, 1936, as amended, 46 App U.S.C. 
1241(b), [[Page 23750]] granting MARAD (by delegation from the 
Secretary of Transportation) authority to issue regulations that are 
binding on every department or agency having responsibility for 
administering cargo preference programs. This authority has been 
affirmed specifically with respect to the content of this rulemaking by 
a decision by the Department of Justice, Office of Legal Counsel, dated 
April 19, 1994.

Alternatives: Alternatives to the action would be to allow these 
discriminatory practices to continue, or to attempt ad hoc negotiation 
of many individual charter parties with acceptable terms.

Anticipated Costs and Benefits: It is anticipated that the requirement 
for MARAD approval of all freight tenders and the introduction of a 
uniform charter party will result in an average savings of $5/metric 
ton of agricultural commodities shipped under the agricultural 
assistance programs, with an annual cost saving of $30 million, or 
about 20 percent of the USDA/DOT 1993 budget for U.S.-flag ocean 
freight differential of $155 million.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Sectors Affected:  441 Deep Sea Foreign Transportation of Freight

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Judith Blackman, Director, Office of Cargo Preference, 
Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4610

RIN: 2133-AA95
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Maritime Administration (MarAd)
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2700. +CARGO PREFERENCE--U.S.-FLAG VESSELS; MONITORING SHIPMENTS OF 
MILITARY HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL EFFECTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 app USC 1114(b); 46 app USC 1241(a)

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 381; 49 CFR 1.66

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the cargo preference regulations so 
as to allow the Maritime Administration (MARAD) to discharge its 
responsibility for the administration of cargo preference laws of the 
United States and to report to the Congress with respect to the 
movement of household goods and personal effects of Government 
employees. It would include DOD as an agency, subject to section 901 of 
the Merchant Marine Act, 1936, as amended, that is required to submit 
information about the carriage of preference cargoes to MARAD. MARAD 
needs to receive periodic information from DOD detailing shipments of 
military household goods and personal effects to effectively monitor 
compliance with cargo preference requirements. MARAD has reason to 
believe that noncompliance is having a significant adverse economic 
impact on U.S.-flag carriers. This is considered to be a significant 
regulatory action since it substantially affects another Federal agency 
(DOD) that would be required to forward information to MARAD.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Sectors Affected:  441 Deep Sea Foreign Transportation of Freight; 442 
Deep Sea Domestic Transportation of Freight

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: James J. Roberts, Chief, Division of Military Cargoes, 
Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5527

RIN: 2133-AB12
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Maritime Administration (MarAd)
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2701. +OBLIGATION GUARANTEES; PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 app USC 1114(b); 46 app USC 1271 et seq

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 298; 49 CFR 1.66

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend regulations implementing title XI of 
the Merchant Marine Act, 1936, so as to improve administration of the 
``obligation guarantees'' program applicable to financing assistance 
for all types of vessel construction and shipyard modernization and 
improvement. An interim final rule implemented extension of the 
Secretary of Transportation's statutory authority to guarantee 
obligations issued for this financing assistance. (See RIN 2133-AB09.) 
The rulemaking herein is considered significant because of substantial 
public interest in financial assistance for the U.S. shipbuilding 
industry.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Sectors Affected:  441 Deep Sea Foreign Transportation of Freight; 442 
Deep Sea Domestic Transportation of Freight

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Mitchell D. Lax, Director, Office of Ship Financing, 
Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-5744

RIN: 2133-AB14
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                 Proposed Rule Stage
Maritime Administration (MarAd)
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2702.  +DETERMINATION OF FAIR AND REASONABLE GUIDELINE 
RATES FOR THE CARRIAGE OF LESS-THAN-SHIPLOAD LOTS OF BULK AND PACKAGED 
PREFERENCE CARGOES ON U.S.-FLAG VESSELS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 app USC 1114(b); 46 app USC 1241(b)

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 383

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: At the request of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) 
and the Agency for International Development (AID), the major U.S. 
government shipping agencies, the Maritime Administration (MARAD) is 
proposing a rule that will provide those agencies with guideline rates 
for bagged and packaged agriculture commodities carried on liner 
vessels. MARAD already provides guideline rates to USDA and AID for 
such commodities carried on bulk vessels under similar regulations at 
46 CFR Part 382. This amendment to 46 CFR 383 will extend the scope of 
the rule to include bagged [[Page 23751]] or packaged agricultural 
commodities in parcels of 5,000 tons or greater carried on vessels in 
liner service. It is significant because it would affect other Federal 
agencies which have requested that MARAD provide them with such 
guideline rates.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: Michael P. Ferris, Director, Office of Cost and Rates 
Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2324

RIN: 2133-AB16



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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Maritime Administration (MarAd)
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2703. FEDERAL PORT CONTROLLERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  50 app USC 2071

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 345 to 347

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the Federal Port Controller (FPC) 
regulations (46 CFR 346) and allows the FPC standby service agreements 
to become operational upon the deployment of the armed forces of the 
United States, or other requirements of the nation's defense. 
Currently, the regulation permits activation only upon the declaration 
of war or national emergency. The events that activate the FPC 
Agreements are not now consistent with the events that trigger the 
activation of the Priority Use and Allocation regulations (46 CFR 340). 
The amendment would make these port readiness regulations consistent 
regarding activation, and benefits the defense capabilities by assuring 
that the authority to activate the FPC Agreement and the Priority Use 
and Allocation regulations are the same. A conforming amendment is 
being made to 49 CFR 345 and the authority sections of 345 to 347 are 
being amended to reflect repeal of a statute and its reenactment in 
different form.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/18/94                    59 FR 59742
NPRM Comment Period End         01/17/95
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Agency Contact: James Carman, Acting Chief, Division of Ports, 
Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-4357

RIN: 2133-AB15
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Final Rule Stage
Maritime Administration (MarAd)
______________________________________________________________________


2704.  +CARGO PREFERENCE--U.S.-FLAG VESSELS; AVAILABLE 
U.S.-FLAG COMMERCIAL VESSELS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  46 app USC 1114(b); 46 app USC 1122(d); 46 app USC 
1241

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment to the cargo preference regulations of the 
Maritime Administration (MARAD) would provide that during the 1995 
shipping season when the St. Lawrence Seaway is in use, MARAD will 
consider the legal requirement for the carriage of bulk agricultural 
commodity preference cargoes on privately-owned ``available'' U.S.-flag 
commercial vessels to have been satisfied where the cargo is initially 
loaded at a Great Lakes port on one or more U.S.-flag or foreign-flag 
vessels, transferred to a U.S.-flag commercial vessel at a Canadian 
transshipment point outside the St. Lawrence Seaway, and carried on 
that U.S.-flag vessel to a foreign destination. It would allow Great 
Lakes ports to compete for agricultural commodity preference cargoes 
during an entire season trial period. MARAD issued a prior final rule 
that adopted this policy for the 1994 shipping season that had been in 
progress since April 1994. However, this did not allow for a true trial 
period for MARAD evaluation purposes. It is significant because it 
would affect other Federal agencies and is of great interest to the 
maritime industry.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/01/95                     60 FR 6067
NPRM Comment Period End         03/03/95


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation 04/00/95

Additional Information: The content of this regulation is the same as 
in former RIN 2133-AB13 and extends the policy stated therein to the 
1995 Great Lakes shipping season.

Agency Contact: John E. Graykowski, Deputy Maritime Administrator, 
Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washinton, DC 20590, 202 366-1718

RIN: 2133-AB17


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Maritime Administration (MarAd)
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2705. CENTRALIZATION OF FORMAL HEARING DOCKETS (MARAD)

Legal Authority:  46 app USC 1114(b); PL 101-595

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 201

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule and related modal rules would have provided that 
evidence and documents in formal hearing cases adjudicated within the 
Office of the Secretary (OST), and most modal administrations would be 
filed and maintained in the OST Office of Documentary Services. These 
actions have been superseded by the Department's decision to 
consolidate all DOT docket offices into a central facility and to 
convert to an electronic management system. The implementation of the 
new docket system will provide for the staggered incorporation of OST 
and agency dockets beginning on March 1, 1995.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/01/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 
202 366-9306

RIN: 2133-AA84
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Maritime Administration (MarAd)
______________________________________________________________________

2706. VALUES FOR WAR RISK INSURANCE; REVIEW OF WAR RISK INSURANCE 
VALUATION METHODOLOGY

Legal Authority:  49 app USC 1114(b); 46 app USC 1289

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 308; 46 CFR 309

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The ANPRM in 1991 solicited comments on proposed changes to 
MARAD'S ship valuation methodology for issuing war risk insurance. That 
methodology has been in effect since 1959. However, in view of 
substantial issues raised in the comments, MARAD is withdrawing this 
rulemaking for further consideration.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/07/91                    56 FR 21118
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/08/91
Withdrawn                       12/28/94                    59 FR 66881

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  441 Deep Sea Foreign Transportation of Freight; 442 
Deep Sea Domestic Transportation of Freight

Agency Contact: Edmond J. Fitzgerald, Director, Office of Subsidy, and 
Insurance, Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-2400

RIN: 2133-AA89
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)          Completed/Longterm Actions
Maritime Administration (MarAd)
______________________________________________________________________


2707. FOREIGN TRANSFER OF DOCUMENTED VESSELS

Legal Authority:  46 app USC 802 to 803; 46 app USC 808; 46 app USC 
839; 46 app USC 841a; 46 app USC 1114(b); 46 app USC 1195; 46 USC ch 
301; 46 USC ch 313; 46 USC 336

CFR Citation:  46 CFR 221

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would have amended regulations governing the 
transfer to foreign registry and flag or operation under the authority 
of a foreign country, or for scrapping in a foreign country, of vessels 
that are U.S.-documented or were last documented under the U.S. flag. 
MARAD has determined that no further clarification is necessary at this 
time.

Timetable:
_______________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_______________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               12/30/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Analysis:  Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Edmund T. Sommer, Jr., Chief, Division of Regulations 
and Administrative Law, Department of Transportation, Maritime 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, 202 366-
5181

RIN: 2133-AB11
[FR Doc. 95-8939 Filed 05-05-95; 8:45 am]
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