[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Department of Energy Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
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Part VII



Department of Energy



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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                                             


  



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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

10 CFR Chs. II, III, and X

48 CFR Ch. 9

Regulatory Agenda

AGENCY: Department of Energy.

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY: The Department of Energy has prepared and today is publishing 
its April 1996 regulatory agenda pursuant to instructions of the 
Administrator, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Office of 
Management and Budget (OMB), dated January 2, 1996.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For further information about any 
particular item on the regulatory agenda, please contact the individual 
listed under that item. For further information on the regulatory 
agenda in general, please contact: Richard L. Farman, Room 6E-078, 
Forrestal Building, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585, 
(202) 586-8145.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Department is continuing with its 
efforts to make its rulemakings less burdensome, more cost-effective, 
and more responsive to needs of its stakeholders, while continuing to 
protect health, safety, and the environment. Specifically, the 
Department's goal is to eliminate 33 percent of its pages in the Code 
of Federal Regulations and to reinvent or streamline 55 percent of its 
pages. As of March 15, 1996, the Department had eliminated 24 percent 
and reinvented 9 percent of its CFR pages. The Department had issued 
proposed rules to eliminate an additional 1 percent and reinvent an 
additional 7 percent of its CFR pages.

    As reported in its October 1995 regulatory plan, the 
Department's rulemaking efforts with respect to energy efficiency 
standards for appliances may be restricted by a rider attached to 
fiscal year 1996 appropriations legislation. This rider, if 
enacted, would prohibit the Department from using fiscal year 1996 
appropriations for the issuance of any proposed or final energy 
efficiency standards for appliances. This uncertainty has caused 
the Department to reconsider, with its stakeholders, the schedules 
for rulemakings on appliance standards and related matters. These 
schedules are likely to be revised in light of this 
reconsideration.

Regulatory Agenda Format

    Regulatory agenda entries reflect the status of activities as 
of approximately March 25, 1996. They are divided into categories, 
first by program offices and then according to their stage of 
rulemaking action: Prerule, proposed rulemaking, final rulemaking, 
or completed action.

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

Issued in Washington, DC, on March 15, 1996.

Robert R. Nordhaus,

General Counsel.

                              Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy--Prerule Stage                             
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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864         Private/Local Alternative Fuels Fleet Program.........................................    1904-AA72 
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                           Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy--Proposed Rule Stage                          
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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865         Test Procedures for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps--Amendments...............    1904-AA46 
866         Energy Efficiency Performance Code for New Federal Residential Buildings..............    1904-AA53 
867         Energy Efficiency Standards for Federal Commercial Buildings..........................    1904-AA69 
868         Test Procedures and Certification Requirements for Certain Plumbing Fixtures; and                   
            Certification Requirements for Residential Appliances.................................    1904-AA71 
869         Energy Conservation Program for Certain Commercial and Industrial Equipment: Test                   
            Procedures, Labeling, and Certification Requirements for Electric Motors..............    1904-AA82 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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870         Equivalent Petroleum-Based Fuel Economy Calculation for Electric and Hybrid Electric                
            Vehicles..............................................................................    1904-AA40 
871         Test Procedures for Furnaces/Boilers, Vented Home Heating Equipment, and Pool Heaters--             
            Amendment.............................................................................    1904-AA45 
872         Test Procedures for Water Heaters, Kitchen Ranges, Ovens and Microwaves--Amendment....    1904-AA52 
873         Test Procedures for Fluorescent and Incandescent Reflector Lamps......................    1904-AA61 
874         Alternative Fuel Provider Vehicle Acquisition Mandate, State Fleet Mandate, and the                 
            Alternative Fuel Vehicle Credit Program...............................................    1904-AA64 
875         Clothes Washer Test Procedure Amendments..............................................    1904-AA68 

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876         National Voluntary Residential Energy Efficiency Rating Guidelines....................    1904-AA74 
877         Methodology and Procedures for Life Cycle Costing Under the Energy Policy Act of 1992.    1904-AA80 
878         State Energy Program..................................................................    1904-AA81 
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879         Energy Efficiency Standards for Pool Heaters, Direct Heating Equipment, Mobile Home                 
            Furnaces, Kitchen Ranges and Ovens, Oil and Gas Water Heaters, and Room Air                         
            Conditioners..........................................................................    1904-AA38 
880         Energy Efficiency Standards for Refrigerators, Refrigerator-Freezers, and Freezers....    1904-AA47 
881         State and Local Incentives Program: Alternative Fuels.................................    1904-AA66 
882         Energy Efficiency Standards for Dishwashers, Clothes Washers, and Clothes Dryers......    1904-AA67 
883         Energy Efficiency Standards for Lamp Ballasts.........................................    1904-AA75 
884         Energy Efficiency Standards for Water Heaters.........................................    1904-AA76 
885         Energy Efficiency Standards for Central Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps...............    1904-AA77 
886         Energy Efficiency Standards for Furnaces..............................................    1904-AA78 
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                            Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy--Completed Actions                           
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887         Definitions for Certain Fluorescent and Incandescent Lamps............................    1904-AA70 
888         Weatherization Assistance Program--Amendment..........................................    1904-AA73 
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                                Defense and Security Affairs--Proposed Rule Stage                               
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889         Policies on Information Classification................................................    1992-AA21 
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890         Personnel Assurance Program...........................................................    1992-AA14 
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891         Energy Board of Contract Appeals; Organization, Functions, and Authorities; Rules of                
            Practice..............................................................................    1901-AA30 
892         Freedom of Information................................................................    1901-AA32 
893         Nuclear Safety Management.............................................................    1901-AA34 
894         The Office of Energy Research Financial Assistance Program............................    1901-AA54 
895         Payments for Special Burdens and in Lieu of Taxes.....................................    1901-AA58 
896         Occupational Radiation Protection--Amendment..........................................    1901-AA59 
897         Privacy Act--Exemption of an Inspector General System of Records......................    1901-AA62 
898         Privacy Act Exemption of Certain Contractor Employee Reprisal Complaint and                         
            Investigation System of Records.......................................................    1901-AA66 

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899         Amendments to NEPA Regulations........................................................    1901-AA67 
900         General Guidelines for the Recommendation of Sites for Nuclear Waste Repository.......    1901-AA72 
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                                    Departmental and Others--Final Rule Stage                                   
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901         Radiation Protection of the Public and the Environment................................    1901-AA38 
902         Redesign and Revision of Wholesale Power and Transmission Rates.......................    1901-AA64 
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903         Electric Power System Permits and Reports; Applications; Administrative Procedures and              
            Sanctions.............................................................................    1901-AA19 
904         Enforcement of Employee Safety Standards at Nuclear Weapons Facilities................    1901-AA44 
905         Standard Contract for the Disposal of Spent Nuclear Fuel and/or High-Level Radioactive              
            Waste.................................................................................    1901-AA49 
906         Annotation of Land Records for Remediated Properties in the Uranium Mill Tailings                   
            Remedial Action Project (UMTRA).......................................................    1901-AA57 
907         Privacy Act System of Records Update..................................................    1901-AA69 
908         Privacy Act System of Records Amendment for Employee Assistance Program...............    1901-AA70 
909         Environmental Management Financial Assistance Program.................................    1901-AA71 
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910         Financial Assistance Program for Education Purposes...................................    1901-AA61 
911         Privacy Act System of Records Notice..................................................    1901-AA68 
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                      Office of Procurement and Assistance Management--Proposed Rule Stage                      
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912         Department of Energy Property Management Regulations; Miscellaneous Personal Property.    1991-AA28 
913         DEAR: Financial Management Clauses....................................................    1991-AB02 
914         Debarment and Suspension..............................................................    1991-AB24 
915         DEAR: Regulatory Reinvention-Phase III................................................    1991-AB25 
916         Revisions to Organizational Conflicts of Interest.....................................    1991-AB26 
917         Contract Reform.......................................................................    1991-AB28 
918         FASA 1994, Sections 2051, 2151, and 2192..............................................    1991-AB29 
919         Security, Counterintelligence, and Options............................................    1991-AB30 
920         FARA, DOE Certification Requirements..................................................    1991-AB31 
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                        Office of Procurement and Assistance Management--Final Rule Stage                       
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921         Amendment to Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites..........................    1991-AA90 

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922         Competition for Management and Operating Contracts....................................    1991-AB09 
923         Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act Implementation...................................    1991-AB27 
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924         DEAR: Security Procedures.............................................................    1991-AA86 
925         DEAR: Amendment to Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites....................    1991-AA97 
926         DEAR: Review of M&O Contractor Purchasing Systems.....................................    1991-AB07 
927         Small Business Subcontracting Program.................................................    1991-AB17 
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928         Technology Transfer: DOE Management and Operating Contractors.........................    1991-AA63 
929         Legislative Lobbying Cost Prohibition.................................................    1991-AB08 
930         Limits on Participation in Certain DOE Research and Development Programs..............    1991-AB14 
931         Financial Assistance Rules Streamlining and Simplifying Procedures....................    1991-AB23 
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932         Payment of Travel Expenses of Persons Who Are Not Government Employees................    1990-AA15 
933         Conduct of Employees..................................................................    1990-AA19 
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934         Patent Waiver Regulation..............................................................    1990-AA02 
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                                  Office of General Counsel--Completed Actions                                  
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935         Removal of Obsolete Regulations, Part II..............................................    1990-AA23 
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                                Prerule Stage


Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)



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864. PRIVATE/LOCAL ALTERNATIVE FUELS FLEET PROGRAM

Priority:  Economically Significant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 13257 Energy Policy Act, sec 507(b)

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 490

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 15, 1996.
Alternative Final Statutory Deadline is January 1, 2000.

Abstract: The Energy Policy Act of 1992 requires DOE to initiate a 
rulemaking to determine whether a private and local fleet program is 
deemed necessary to meet the fuel displacement goals in the Act. The 
criteria for making this determination are mandated by the Act.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           04/00/96
NPRM                            07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: David Rodgers, Program Manager (EE-33), Department of 
Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-7182
Fax: 202 586-1610

RIN: 1904-AA72
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage


Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)



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865. TEST PROCEDURES FOR CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONERS AND HEAT PUMPS--
AMENDMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6293

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These revisions to the test procedures for central air 
conditioners and heat pumps in accordance with the Energy Policy and 
Conservation Act, as amended, will reorganize the document in a logical 
order and update the references. The revisions include an updated 
nomenclature compatible with the eventual test procedure for conamed 
appliances, additional tables listing tests tolerances, a clearer 
specification for the demand defrost credit, and test methods for ECM 
blowers and history-dependent defrosts.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Michael Raymond, Program Leader, Appliance Standards 
Division, Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy 
Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., 
Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-9611
Fax: 202 586-4617
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1904-AA46
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866. ENERGY EFFICIENCY PERFORMANCE CODE FOR NEW FEDERAL RESIDENTIAL 
BUILDINGS

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

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

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 435

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

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

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            05/00/96
Final Action                    01/00/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Stephen P. Walder, Program Manager, Building Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 301 586-9209

RIN: 1904-AA53
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867. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR FEDERAL COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

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

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 434

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

Abstract: Title III of the Energy Conservation and Product Act as 
amended by the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (PL 102-486, October 24, 1992) 
provides that DOE establish Federal building energy standards that 
require in new Federal buildings those energy efficiency measures that 
are technologically feasible and economically justified. The standards

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for Federal buildings are intended to parallel closely the voluntary 
building energy codes of the Energy Policy Act for private sector 
construction. Interim energy performance standards which DOE had issued 
before enactment of the Energy Policy Act are to remain in effect for 
the Federal sector until the new Federal building energy standards 
become effective.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Ronald B. Majette, Program Manager, Buildings Division, 
Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20585
Phone: 202 586-7935

RIN: 1904-AA69
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868. TEST PROCEDURES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN PLUMBING 
FIXTURES; AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL APPLIANCES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6293; 42 USC 6295

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430.2; 10 CFR 430.32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is intended to incorporate statutory plumbing 
requirements into the Code of Federal Regulations, propose provisions 
to supplement the statutory requirements to facilitate the monitoring 
and administration of compliance for plumbing products, and propose 
amendments to clarify the existing certification and enforcement 
requirements for all covered residential appliances.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: William W. Hui, Program Manager, Appliance Standard 
Division, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 
1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-9145
Fax: 202 586-4617
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1904-AA71
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869.  ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM FOR CERTAIN COMMERCIAL AND 
INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT: TEST PROCEDURES, LABELING, AND CERTIFICATION 
REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRIC MOTORS

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  PL 94-163; 42 USC 6291 to 6299; PL 95-619; 42 USC 
6311 to 6317; PL 102-486

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 431

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 24, 1997.

Abstract: The Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975, as amended, 
establishes energy efficiency standards for commercial and industrial 
electric motors, prescribes test procedures, and requires labeling for 
such equipment. The Department proposes to create a new part (10 CFR 
Part 431) in the Code of Federal Regulations. This action will 
establish procedures for energy efficiency testing, labeling, and 
certification requirements for certain commercial and industrial 
electric motors.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James Raba, Energy Conservation Program Specialist, 
Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, EE-431, 
1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8654
Fax: 202 586-4617
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1904-AA82
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage


Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)



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870. EQUIVALENT PETROLEUM-BASED FUEL ECONOMY CALCULATION FOR ELECTRIC 
AND HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  PL 96-185, sec 18; PL 94-413, sec 13(c); PL 94-163, 
sec 503(a)(3); PL 103-272

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 474

Legal Deadline: None

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

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electric vehicle, are electrically recharged by an on-board mobile 
generator. This rulemaking would establish a methodology that is 
necessary for calculating the CAFE credits for electric vehicles that 
are recharged by mobile sources, and would update the methodology for 
calculating the CAFE credits for electric vehicles that are recharged 
by stationary sources. Rulemaking authority for establishing PEF values 
for electric and hybrid electric vehicles is provided under Public Law 
103-272 (49 USC 32904).

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            02/04/94                     59 FR 5336
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Report comparing Alternative Motor Fuels Act 
with existing rule completed April 1992. Second report recommending new 
Petroleum Equivalency Factor for NPRM completed May 1992. Final rule 
incorporates industry standards that are still under development. 
Completion of industry standards will determine date of final action.

Agency Contact: David Hamilton, Program Manager, Electric and Hybrid 
Propulsion Division, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and 
Renewable Energy, EE-321, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 
20585
Phone: 202 586-2314
Fax: 202 586-1600

RIN: 1904-AA40
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871. TEST PROCEDURES FOR FURNACES/BOILERS, VENTED HOME HEATING 
EQUIPMENT, AND POOL HEATERS--AMENDMENT

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6293

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These revisions to the test procedures for furnaces and 
boilers, vented home heating equipment and pool heaters in accordance 
with the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, as amended, would 
incorporate by reference ASHRAE Standard 103-1993 and would include 
waivers granted to manufacturers. This revision is prompted by the 
ASHRAE revision of Standard 103-1983 and the need to include waivers 
granted to manufacturers. DOE reopened the comments period on January 
20, 1995, regarding new energy descriptors and a cost factor for the 
production and use of electricity. Based on the comments received, DOE 
has decided to eliminate the new energy descriptors and to issue a 
final rule based on the existing energy descriptor.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            08/23/93                    58 FR 44583
NPRM Comment Period End         03/21/95                     60 FR 4348
Final Action                    05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Cyrus Nasseri, Program Leader, Appliance Standards 
Division, Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy 
Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., 
Washington, DC 20585-0103
Phone: 202 586-9138

RIN: 1904-AA45
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872. TEST PROCEDURES FOR WATER HEATERS, KITCHEN RANGES, OVENS AND 
MICROWAVES--AMENDMENT

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6293

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In accordance with the Energy Policy and Conservation Act as 
amended, the test procedures for water heaters, kitchen ranges, ovens, 
microwaves, and clothes washers are being revised. Rulemaking issues 
include: with respect to water heater test procedures, inclusion of 
electric instantaneous water heaters and storage water heaters with 
less than 20 gallons volume and revision of the first hour rating; with 
respect to test procedures for kitchen ranges, ovens and microwaves, 
revision of the constant for annual cooking energy and incorporation by 
reference of test procedures adopted by the International 
Electrotechnical Commission; and with respect to clothes washer test 
procedures, measurements for water usage and water retention.
Test procedures for clothes washers will be issued in a different 
rulemaking (see RIN 1904-AA68).

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            03/23/95                    60 FR 15330
NPRM Comment Period End         08/31/95
Final Action                    06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Ingrid Watson, Program Manager, Appliance Standards 
Division, Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy 
Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., 1J-018, 
Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8119
Fax: 202 586-4617

RIN: 1904-AA52
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873. TEST PROCEDURES FOR FLUORESCENT AND INCANDESCENT REFLECTOR LAMPS

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

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

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The test procedures will require manufacturers to use an 
accredited laboratory and a standardized method to measure the energy 
efficiency of fluorescent and incandescent reflector lamps and to 
measure the color rendering index of fluorescent lamps. These 
measurements will determine whether products comply with the energy 
efficiency

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standards established by PL 102-486 sec 123.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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Interim Final Rule              09/28/94                    59 FR 49468
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/28/94
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/12/94
Final Action                    08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Terry Logee, Program Manager, Appliance Standards 
Division, Office of Codes and Standards, Department of Energy, Energy 
Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., 5E-066, 
Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-1689

RIN: 1904-AA61
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874. ALTERNATIVE FUEL PROVIDER VEHICLE ACQUISITION MANDATE, STATE FLEET 
MANDATE, AND THE ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLE CREDIT PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 13251 Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 501; 42 
USC 13257(o) Energy Policy Act of 1992, sec 507(o); 42 USC 13258 Energy 
Policy Act of 1992, sec 508; 42 USC 13261 to 13263 Energy Policy Act of 
1992, sec 511 to 513

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 490

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

Abstract: These rules are required by the Energy Policy Act of 1992 in 
order to implement statutorily imposed alternative fueled vehicle 
acquisition requirements that become effective by operation of law on 
September 1, 1995, when model year 1996 begins. These statutory 
requirements apply to certain alternative fuel providers and some State 
government vehicle fleets. The proposed rules principally cover: (1) 
Required interpretations necessary for affected entities to determine 
whether and to what extent the statutory requirements apply; (2) 
required procedures for exemptions and administrative remedies; and (3) 
a program of marketable credits to reward those who voluntarily acquire 
vehicles in excess of mandated requirements or before the requirements 
take effect, and to allow use of such credits in order to demonstrate 
compliance with those requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/28/95                    60 FR 10970
NPRM Comment Period End         05/01/95
Final Action                    04/00/96
Final Action Effective          05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: The program will require acquisitions starting 
with model-year 1997, which begins September 1, 1996. All percentage 
requirements will also be delayed 1 model-year.

Agency Contact: Kenneth R. Katz, Program Manager, Office of Alternative 
Fuels, EE-33, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable 
Energy, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-6116
Fax: 202 586-1610

RIN: 1904-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________




875. CLOTHES WASHER TEST PROCEDURE AMENDMENTS

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6293

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Temperature Selection Lockout Issue: Test procedure requires 
revision to address the issue of temperature selections which are not 
offered (locked out) of the normal cycle. Clothes washers being sold 
with these features use estimated energy consumption. DOE has concluded 
that an industry interpretation of the clothes washer test procedure, 
while inconsistent with the underlying purpose of the test procedure, 
has sufficient legal basis to necessitate an amendment of the test 
procedure in order to avoid material understatements of actual energy 
consumption.
General Test Procedure Revision: The test procedure is being updated to 
incorporate waivers regarding water heating clothes washers and to 
address the testing of innovative clothes washers (i.e. high spin speed 
and automatic water fill). In addition, a future test procedure 
proposed by AHAM to be effective when the next clothes washer standard 
goes into effect, is being considered. The significant impact of this 
test procedure is to update consumer usage habits which will result in 
approximately a 30 percent reduction in energy use.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/24/95                    60 FR 27442
NPRM Comment Period End         07/31/95
Final Action                    07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

RIN: 1904-AA68
_______________________________________________________________________




876. NATIONAL VOLUNTARY RESIDENTIAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING GUIDELINES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 8236

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 437

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

Abstract: DOE is required to establish by rule national voluntary 
guidelines for home energy rating system. The guidelines are designed 
to encourage uniformity with regard to systems for rating the annual 
energy efficiency of residential buildings. The guidelines may be used 
to enable and encourage the assignment of energy efficiency ratings to 
residential buildings and the development of criteria for attractive 
financial instruments for energy efficient homes.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/25/95                    60 FR 37949
NPRM Comment Period End         10/23/95
Final Action                    05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Robert Mackie, Program Manager, EE-432, Department of 
Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-7892

RIN: 1904-AA74
_______________________________________________________________________




877. METHODOLOGY AND PROCEDURES FOR LIFE CYCLE COSTING UNDER THE ENERGY 
POLICY ACT OF 1992

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 8287 Energy Policy Act of 1992, Sec 152

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 436

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends existing procedures to clarify the 
application of the life cycle costing methodology to water conservation 
in Federal buildings. Section 152 amended the legislatively mandated 
Federal Energy Management Program to include conservation and the 
efficient use of water. This rulemaking provides Federal energy 
managers a rational economic basis for evaluation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/25/95                    60 FR 44286
Final Action                    04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: K. Dean Devine, PE., Sr. Engineer (EE-92), Department 
of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Phone: 202 586-6784
Fax: 202 586-3000

RIN: 1904-AA80
_______________________________________________________________________




878. STATE ENERGY PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6321 et seq; 42 USC 7101 et seq

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 420

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In anticipation that Congress will direct the Department to 
consolidate the Institutional Conservation Program and the State Energy 
Conservation Program (and possibly other programs now operated 
separately), the Department will publish an interim final rule. The 
consolidated program will be known as the State Energy Program and will 
be based on the regulations for the State Energy Conservation Program 
(10 CFR part 420) as revised to effect the consolidation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Thomas Stapp, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency 
and Renewable Energy, EE-531, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, 
DC 20585
Phone: 202 426-1654

RIN: 1904-AA81
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Long-Term Actions


Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)



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879. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR POOL HEATERS, DIRECT HEATING 
EQUIPMENT, MOBILE HOME FURNACES, KITCHEN RANGES AND OVENS, OIL AND GAS 
WATER HEATERS, AND ROOM AIR CONDITIONERS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430.32

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/28/93                    55 FR 39624
NPRM                            03/04/94                    59 FR 10464
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Carl Adams
Phone: 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




880. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR REFRIGERATORS, REFRIGERATOR-
FREEZERS, AND FREEZERS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430.32

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/08/93                    58 FR 47326
NPRM                            07/20/95                    60 FR 37338
NPRM Comment Period End         11/02/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Edward Pollock
Phone: 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA47
_______________________________________________________________________




881. STATE AND LOCAL INCENTIVES PROGRAM: ALTERNATIVE FUELS

Priority:  Other Significant

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 490

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/21/95                    60 FR 15020


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Marcy A. Rood (EE-33)
Phone: 202 586-8161
Fax: 202 586-1558

RIN: 1904-AA66
_______________________________________________________________________




882. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR DISHWASHERS, CLOTHES WASHERS, AND 
CLOTHES DRYERS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/14/94                    59 FR 56423
ANPRM Comment Period Extended   04/17/95                     60 FR 5880
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: P. Marc LaFrance
Phone: 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA67
_______________________________________________________________________




883. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR LAMP BALLASTS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430.32

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

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

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Terry Logee
Phone: 202 586-1689

RIN: 1904-AA75
_______________________________________________________________________




884. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR WATER HEATERS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430.32

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

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

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Byran Berringer
Phone: 202 586-7140

RIN: 1904-AA76
_______________________________________________________________________




885. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONERS AND HEAT 
PUMPS

Priority:  Economically Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430.32

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/08/93                    58 FR 47326
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Michael Raymond
Phone: 202 586-9611

RIN: 1904-AA77
_______________________________________________________________________




886. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS FOR FURNACES

Priority:  Economically Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430.32

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/08/93                    58 FR 47326
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Cyrus Nasseri
Phone: 202 586-9138

RIN: 1904-AA78
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions


Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EE)



_______________________________________________________________________




887. DEFINITIONS FOR CERTAIN FLUORESCENT AND INCANDESCENT LAMPS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

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

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 430

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would define certain incandescent and fluorescent 
lamps--an action that would exempt them from efficiency standards 
imposed by the Energy Policy Act of 1992 and relieve these product

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manufacturers from any related regulatory burden.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/28/94                    59 FR 49478
NPRM Comment Period End         12/12/94
Merged into RIN 1904-AA61       03/12/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Terry Logee, Program Manager, Appliance Standards 
Division, Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 
1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-1689

RIN: 1904-AA70
_______________________________________________________________________




888. WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM--AMENDMENT

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6861

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 440

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Will change the formula for distributing funds among the 
States under the Weatherization Program. The revised formula will 
increase equity, among the States, of funded distributions under the 
program, while preserving existing State program capabilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/23/95                     60 FR 4480
Interim Final Rule              06/05/95                    60 FR 29469
Final Action                    12/15/95                    60 FR 64314
Final Action Effective          12/15/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Greg Reamy, Weatherization Assistance Program, EE-532, 
Department of Energy, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 426-1677

RIN: 1904-AA73
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage


Defense and Security Affairs (DSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




889. POLICIES ON INFORMATION CLASSIFICATION

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  EO 12958; 42 USC 2161; 42 USC 2162

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1045

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 16, 1995.
EO 12958 requires implementation regulation by 10/16/95

Abstract: This regulation establishes the policies and procedures which 
implement requirements of the Atomic Energy Act for the classification 
and declassification of information as Restricted Data and Formerly 
Restricted Data and which implement the requirements of EO 12958 
concerning Classified National Security Information that directly 
affect the public. This regulation prescribes procedures to be used by 
all Agencies in dealing with Restricted Data and Formerly Restricted 
Data, and describes how members of the public may request DOE National 
Security Information and appeal DOE classification decisions regarding 
such requests.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Janet O'Connell, Secrity Specialist, Department of 
Energy, Office of Declassification (NN-521), Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 301 903-1113
Fax: 301 903-1230

RIN: 1992-AA21
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Long-Term Actions


Defense and Security Affairs (DSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




890. PERSONNEL ASSURANCE PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 711

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David McConagha or Tom Stepan
Phone: 301 903-3463

RIN: 1992-AA14
_______________________________________________________________________

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage


Departmental and Others (ENDEP)



_______________________________________________________________________




891. ENERGY BOARD OF CONTRACT APPEALS; ORGANIZATION, FUNCTIONS, AND 
AUTHORITIES; RULES OF PRACTICE

Priority:  Other

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  41 USC 601 et seq

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1023

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

RIN: 1901-AA30
_______________________________________________________________________




892. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1004

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 23, 1991, DOE proposed to amend the procedures and 
principles to be applied in responding to requests for records under 
the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) 5 USC 552. The proposal updated 
names and addresses of organizational entities, and updated guidelines 
for the schedule of fees associated with processing requests. A 
proposed section on policies clarified DOE's operation of a first-in, 
first-out policy in responding to FOIA requests, and the role of the 
Office of Hearings and Appeals was clarified. The proposal also 
included a statement of DOE policy on contractor records.
On December 12, 1994, DOE adopted the contractor records policy, with 
certain modifications. DOE expects to take final action on the 
remainder of the proposal in the near future.
The new regulations will clarify the FOIA process by clearly defining 
the roles of the FOIA Officer and the Denying Official. The new 
regulations will be written in a more customer-friendly

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule (Contractor Records) 12/12/94                    59 FR 63882
NPRM                            05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  All

Agency Contact: Gary Stern, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Information Law, Office of GC (GC-80), Department of Energy, Office of 
General Counsel, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8618

RIN: 1901-AA32
_______________________________________________________________________




893. NUCLEAR SAFETY MANAGEMENT

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201; 42 USC 7191

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 830

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will add regulations under 10 CFR 830 to 
establish nuclear safety management requirements for the Department's 
nuclear facilities. These requirements stem from the Department's 
obligations to assure adequate protection and to hold contractors who 
manage and operate these facilities accountable and responsible for 
safe operations. Under phase 1 of this action, major requirements will 
include conduct of operations, safety analysis reports, technical 
safety requirements training, maintenance, unreviewed safety questions 
and occurrence reporting. Under phase 2 of this action, major 
requirements will include nuclear design criteria, fire protection, 
natural phenomena hazards mitigation, and nuclear criticality safety. 
An initial phase adopted a quality assurance rule and definitions.

Timetable:

Initial Phase  NPRM 12/09/91 (56 FR 64316)  Final Rule 04/05/94 (59 FR 
15843)

Phase I  NPRM 12/09/91 (56 FR 64316)  Final Rule 04/00/96

Phase II  NPRM 10/00/96  Final Rule 10/00/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard Stark, Nuclear Safety and Policy Standards (EH-
31), Department of Energy, Washington, DC 20545
Phone: 301 903-4407

RIN: 1901-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________




894. THE OFFICE OF ENERGY RESEARCH FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Priority:  Other

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

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

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 605

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Jean A. Morrow, Grants Policy Analyst (ER-64),

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Department of Energy, Office of Energy Research, Washington, DC 20545
Phone: 301 903-2452

RIN: 1901-AA54
_______________________________________________________________________




895. PAYMENTS FOR SPECIAL BURDENS AND IN LIEU OF TAXES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: Robert W. Gordon, Financial Policy Analyst, Office of 
Financial Policy, Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-4860

RIN: 1901-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________




896. OCCUPATIONAL RADIATION PROTECTION--AMENDMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201; 42 USC 7191

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 835

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Joel Rabovsky, Health Physicist (EH-52), Office of 
Worker Protection and Hazards Mgmt, Department of Energy, 19901 
Germantown Rd., Germantown, MD 20874-1290
Phone: 301 903-2135

RIN: 1901-AA59
_______________________________________________________________________




897. PRIVACY ACT--EXEMPTION OF AN INSPECTOR GENERAL SYSTEM OF RECORDS

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552a

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1008

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to exempt one system of records 
from certain subsections of the Privacy Act (5 U.S.C. 552a). The system 
of records is Inspection Abstract Report Files of the Office of 
Inspector General (DOE-83). These rules will enable the Office of the 
Inspector General to carry out its administrative, analytical, and 
investigatory duties and responsibilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: GayLa D. Sessoms, Director, FOIA/Privacy Act Division, 
Office of the Executive Secretariat, Department of Energy, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-5955

RIN: 1901-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________




898. PRIVACY ACT EXEMPTION OF CERTAIN CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEE REPRISAL 
COMPLAINT AND INVESTIGATION SYSTEM OF RECORDS

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552a

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1008

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the Department's Privacy Act 
Regulations 10 CFR 1008, by adding a new system of records to the list 
of systems exempted from certain provisions of the Act. The proposed 
new system of records will be titled ``Contractor Employee Reprisal 
Complaint and Investigation Files (DOE-89).'' These exemptions are 
needed to enable the Office of Contractor Employee Protection to 
perform its administrative, analytical and investigatory duties and 
responsibilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: GayLa D. Sessoms, Director, FOIA/Privacy Act Division, 
Office of the Executive Secretariat, Department of Energy, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-5955

RIN: 1901-AA66
_______________________________________________________________________




899.  AMENDMENTS TO NEPA REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 42 USC 4321 et seq

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CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1021

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is proposing to amend its NEPA regulations (10 
CFR 1021) to streamline the NEPA process and make it more useful to 
decision makers and the public, and to reflect the changing missions of 
the Department. The most significant amendments include: (1) 
eliminating the requirement to prepare an environmental impact 
statement implementation plan; (2) streamlining the requirements for 
publication of record of decision and the format of findings of no 
significant impact; and (3) adding 17 new categorical exclusions and 
modifying or clarifying 27 existing categorical exclusions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/20/96                     61 FR 6414
NPRM Comment Period End         04/05/96
Final Action                    06/00/96
Final Action Effective          07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Pulliam, Project Leader (EH-422), Department of 
Energy, Office of NEPA Policy and Assistance, 1000 Independence Avenue 
SW., Washington, DC 20585-0119
Phone: 202 586-4597

RIN: 1901-AA67
_______________________________________________________________________




900.  GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR THE RECOMMENDATION OF SITES FOR 
NUCLEAR WASTE REPOSITORY

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 10132

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 960

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would implement the guidelines that will be used 
by the Department in deciding whether to recommend a site for the 
development of the geologic repository for the disposal of high-level 
radioactive waste and spent nuclear fuel. The amended guidelines will 
reflect statutory and policy changes that have occurred since the 
Nuclear Waste Policy Act was passed in 1982. The amendments will also 
be based on the experience the Department has gained over the last 
decade of investigative efforts.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Susan Rives, Counsel, Department of Energy, Yucca 
Mountain Site Characterization Office, PO Box 98608, Las Vegas, NV 
89193
Phone: 702 794-7905
Fax: 702 794-7907

RIN: 1901-AA72
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage


Departmental and Others (ENDEP)



_______________________________________________________________________




901. RADIATION PROTECTION OF THE PUBLIC AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201; 42 USC 7191

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 834

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would add a new 10 CFR 834 to DOE's regulations 
establishing a body of rules setting forth the basic requirements for 
ensuring radiation protection of the public and environment in 
connection with DOE nuclear activities. These requirements stem from 
the Department's ongoing effort to strengthen the protection of health, 
safety, and the environment from the nuclear, radiological, and 
chemical hazards posed by these DOE activities. Major elements of the 
proposal included a dose limitation system for protection of the 
public, requirements for liquid discharges; reporting and monitoring 
requirements; and residual radioactive material requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/25/93                    58 FR 16268
NPRM Comment Period End         06/22/93
Final Action                    05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

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

RIN: 1901-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




902. REDESIGN AND REVISION OF WHOLESALE POWER AND TRANSMISSION RATES

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  16 USC 839e

CFR Citation:  Not applicable

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This is an action by the Bonneville Power Administration 
(BPA) to redesign and revise its wholesale power and transmission 
rates. The principal purposes of this action would be to allow BPA to 
recover sufficient revenues to timely meet its repayment and other cost 
recovery obligations, to be a reliable and competitive power supplier, 
to send appropriate price signals to customers, and to otherwise meet 
BPA ratemaking standards set forth in various statutes.

Timetable:

Transmission Rates  Notice of Intent to Revise Rates 12/28/94 (59 FR 
66946)  NPRM 02/14/95 (60 FR 8505)  Draft Record of Decision 04/00/
96  Final Record of Decision 05/00/96

Wholesale Power Rates  Notice of Intent to Revise Rates 12/28/94 (59 FR 
66947)  NPRM 02/14/95 (60 FR 8496)  Draft Record of Decision 04/00/
96  Final Record of Decision 05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: On February 14, 1995, BPA also proposed 
comparable transmission terms and conditions (60 FR 8511).
This action would have been excluded from the regulatory agenda since 
it is being undertaken in accordance with the formal ratemaking 
provisions of

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section 7(i) of the Pacific Northwest Electric Power Planning and 
Conservation Act (16 USC 839e(i)). This action is being included, 
however, in order to provide the public with the fullest notice of 
DOE's rulemaking activities.
For these ratemakings, BPA's final action is characterized as the 
``final proposal,'' reflected in a final record of decision filed, 
together with the record, with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission 
for confirmation and approval.

Agency Contact: Randy Roach, Attorney/Legal Services, Department of 
Energy, Bonneville Power Administration - APR, P.O. Box 3621, Portland, 
OR 97208
Phone: 503 230-4201

RIN: 1901-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Long-Term Actions


Departmental and Others (ENDEP)



_______________________________________________________________________




903. ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM PERMITS AND REPORTS; APPLICATIONS; 
ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND SANCTIONS

Priority:  Other

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 205

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ellen Russell
Phone: 202 586-9624

RIN: 1901-AA19
_______________________________________________________________________




904. ENFORCEMENT OF EMPLOYEE SAFETY STANDARDS AT NUCLEAR WEAPONS 
FACILITIES

Priority:  Other Significant

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/26/94                    59 FR 44139


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Martin S. Mathamel
Phone: 301 903-5639
Fax: 301 903-2582

RIN: 1901-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________




905. STANDARD CONTRACT FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SPENT NUCLEAR FUEL AND/OR 
HIGH-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 961

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: David Zabransky
Phone: 202 586-9198

RIN: 1901-AA49
_______________________________________________________________________




906. ANNOTATION OF LAND RECORDS FOR REMEDIATED PROPERTIES IN THE URANIUM 
MILL TAILINGS REMEDIAL ACTION PROJECT (UMTRA)

Priority:  Other

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/14/89                    54 FR 29732


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Loretta Fahy
Phone: 301 903-3895
Fax: 301 903-3877

RIN: 1901-AA57
_______________________________________________________________________




907.  PRIVACY ACT SYSTEM OF RECORDS UPDATE

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552a

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1008

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend the Department's Privacy Act 
Regulations, 10 CFR 1008, by deleting Privacy Act system notices no 
longer used by the Department. It will also update the remaining 
systems, many of which require minor amendments to location, authority, 
purpose, storage, or system manager.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gayla D. Sessoms, Director, FOIA and Privacy Act 
Division, Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-5595
Fax: 202 586-0575
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1901-AA69
_______________________________________________________________________




908.  PRIVACY ACT SYSTEM OF RECORDS AMENDMENT FOR EMPLOYEE 
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552a

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1008

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend the Department's Privacy Act 
Regulations, 10 CFR 1008, by expanding an existing system of records to 
include new records. The system, ``DOE-34, Employee Assistance Program 
(Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program),'' will be renamed ``DOE-34, Employee 
Assistance Program (EAP) Records'' and amended to include assistance 
given to

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employees on all behavioral problems or issues. The notice also will 
propose to increase the number of locations for the system, establish 
new routine uses, delete some existing routine uses, and update 
information related to the system.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gayla D. Sessoms, Director, FOIA and Privacy Act 
Division, Office of the Executive Secretariat, Department of Energy, 
1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-5595
Fax: 202 586-0575
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1901-AA70
_______________________________________________________________________




909.  ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  31 USC 6301 to 6308; 42 USC 7254; 42 USC 7256

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 600

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this action is to establish and implement 
policies and procedures applicable to the award and administration of 
grants and cooperative agreements by the Office of Environmental 
Management (EM) in the areas of: environmental waste management, 
environmental restoration, pollution prevention and supporting 
technologies, decommissioning and decontamination activities, 
technology integration and transfer, environmental education and 
transportation technologies as it relates to environmental restoration 
and waste management.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

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

Agency Contact: Trina M. Porter, Contract Management Specialist, 
Department of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20585
Phone: 202 586-7615
Fax: 202 586-9469
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1901-AA71
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions


Departmental and Others (ENDEP)



_______________________________________________________________________




910. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FOR EDUCATION PURPOSES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 42 USC 7256

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 604

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will support use of financial assistance awards by 
the Office of Science Education Programs to promote vital program 
missions. In addition, the rule procedures will facilitate an open and 
competitive process for obtaining financial assistance awards. The rule 
will supplement, and not supplant, DOE's generic financial assistance 
rules, 10 CFR Part 600.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/08/96

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Michael Wolfe, Senior Program Manager (ET-31), Office 
of Science Education Programs, Department of Energy, 1000 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-5462
Fax: 202 586-0019
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1901-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________




911.  PRIVACY ACT SYSTEM OF RECORDS NOTICE

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552a

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1008

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the Department's Privacy Act Regulations, 
10 CFR 1008, by adding a new system of records entitled ``DOE-88, 
Epidemiologic and Other Health Studies, Surveys, and Surveillances.'' 
This system will contain records from joint epidemiologic studies 
conducted by the Department of Health and Human Services and the 
Department of Energy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/30/96                     61 FR 3014
Final Action Effective          03/01/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: GayLa D. Sessoms, Director, FOIA and Privacy Act 
Division, Office of the Executive Secretariat, Department of Energy, 
1000 Independence Avenue SW., Wahington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-5595
Fax: 202 586-0575
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1901-AA68
_______________________________________________________________________

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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage


Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)



_______________________________________________________________________




912. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS; MISCELLANEOUS 
PERSONAL PROPERTY

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  41 CFR 109

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Updates the Property Management Regulations regarding 
management of the Department's personal property. DOE Property 
Management Regulations will be updated to incorporate recently 
developed policy in the areas of High Risk personal property, math and 
science equipment gifts program and the transfer of personal property 
identified for economic development near DOE sites that are being 
reconfigured or closed. Revision also includes coverage on contractor 
self-assessment program, and expanded duties of the Organizational 
Property Management Officers. Many of these changes are a result of 
Contract Reform, streamlining and reinvention initiatives.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/96
Final Action                    05/00/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Julia Harman, Supply Management Representative, 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-1435
Fax: 202 586-9356

RIN: 1991-AA28
_______________________________________________________________________




913. DEAR: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT CLAUSES

Priority:  Other

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

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule revises selected financial management clauses and 
clarifies language in existing clauses. It will strengthen M&O 
contractor financial management and make the regulation easier to 
understand.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/96
Final Action                    02/00/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

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

RIN: 1991-AB02
_______________________________________________________________________




914. DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 909.4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule removes the current regulation at 10 CFR 1035 and 
recodifies the regulation at 48 CFR Part 909 to revise and streamline 
procedures for debarment and suspension of DOE procurement contracts. 
The rule also amends 10 CFR 1036 which governs DOE nonprocurement and 
grants program to provide consistency between DOE and E.O. 12689 
regarding a contractor or awardee debarred or suspended by one Federal 
agency shall also be debarred or suspended from contracting with or 
receiving awards from all other agencies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/02/96                     60 FR 3877
NPRM Comment Period End         04/02/96
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

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

RIN: 1991-AB24
_______________________________________________________________________




915. DEAR: REGULATORY REINVENTION-PHASE III

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 40 USC 4861(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 901 to 971

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action represents the third phase of DOE's effort to 
reinvent existing regulatory material. It will eliminate unnecessary 
material; streamline operations; reduce constraints, prescriptive 
requirements and administrative processes; and make requirements 
outcome rather than process oriented.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/96
Final Action                    12/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Kevin Smith, Procurement Analyst, Department of Energy, 
Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8189
Fax: 202 586-0545

RIN: 1991-AB25
_______________________________________________________________________




916. REVISIONS TO ORGANIZATIONAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Priority:  Other

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

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 909; 48 CFR 952; 48 CFR 970

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Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is proposing to amend its regulation to 
conform the DOE's Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) policy to 
the extent practical to the Governmentwide requirements of the FAR and 
OEPP policy letter 89-1.
Public Laws 93-577 and 93-275 establish unique requirements regarding 
the Department's OCI practices preventing DOE from simply following the 
FAR.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/96
Final Action                    12/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Robert Webb, Department of Energy, Office of 
Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8264
Fax: 202 586-0545

RIN: 1991-AB26
_______________________________________________________________________




917. CONTRACT REFORM

Priority:  Other Significant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 2201; 42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the Department of Energy Acquisition 
Regulation to implement certain key recommendations of the Department's 
contract reform initiative. Changes are made to the following areas: 
fines, penalties, third-party liability and property liability; 
requirements for contractor make-or-buy plans; fee policy for profit-
making entities; fee policy for non-profit-making entities; payment of 
fee; laws, regulations, and Department directives; environment; 
ownership of records; and contractor overtime. A related action, RIN 
1991-AB09 on Competition for Management and Operating Contracts, 
completes the Department's contract reform changes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

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

Agency Contact: Connie Fournier, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8245
Fax: 202 586-0545

RIN: 1991-AB28
_______________________________________________________________________




918.  FASA 1994, SECTIONS 2051, 2151, AND 2192

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 9

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revises policy to implement FASA statutory provisions related 
to contract financing and allowable costs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Terrence Sheppard, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave SW., HR-51, Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8174
Fax: 202 586-0545

RIN: 1991-AB29
_______________________________________________________________________




919.  SECURITY, COUNTERINTELLIGENCE, AND OPTIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 917; 48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revises policy for processing contractor employee security 
clearance requests, establishes counterintelligence procedures for 
contractors involved in classified or sensitive programs and promotes 
exercise of options as a performance incentive.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Richard Langston, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Ave SW., HR-51, Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8247
Fax: 202 586-0545

RIN: 1991-AB30
_______________________________________________________________________




920.  FARA, DOE CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 9

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, August 3, 1996.

Abstract: The Federal Acquisition Reform Act of 1996 requires each 
agency to review their procurement regulations that contain 
certification requirements not specifically imposed by statute to 
determine whether they should be eliminated.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a

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statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with 
this action.

Agency Contact: Robert Webb, Procurement Analyst (HR-51), Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8264
Fax: 202 586-0545

RIN: 1991-AB31
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage


Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)



_______________________________________________________________________




921. AMENDMENT TO WORKPLACE SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS AT DOE SITES

Priority:  Other Significant

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

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 707

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/22/92                    57 FR 32664
NPRM Comment Period End         09/21/92
Final Action                    06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

RIN: 1991-AA90
_______________________________________________________________________




922. COMPETITION FOR MANAGEMENT AND OPERATING CONTRACTS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revise policy to place greater emphasis on competition for 
management and operating contracts. This action is part of the 
Department's Contract Reform initiative.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Connie Fournier, Procurement Analyst (HR-51), 
Department of Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 
1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8245
Fax: 202 586-0545

RIN: 1991-AB09
_______________________________________________________________________




923. FEDERAL ACQUISITION STREAMLINING ACT IMPLEMENTATION

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  PL 103-355; 42 USC 7254; 40 USC 486(a)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 901 to 971

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend the Department of Energy Acquisition 
Regulation to conform with the FAR changes which resulted from the 
Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/96
Final Action Effective          06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

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

Agency Contact: John Bashista, Procurement Analyst, Department of 
Energy, Office of Procurement and Assistance Management, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-8192
Fax: 202 586-0545

RIN: 1991-AB27
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Long-Term Actions


Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)



_______________________________________________________________________




924. DEAR: SECURITY PROCEDURES

Priority:  Other

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 904; 48 CFR 952

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Robert Webb

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Phone: 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AA86
_______________________________________________________________________




925. DEAR: AMENDMENT TO WORKPLACE SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS AT DOE SITES

Priority:  Other

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 923.5; 48 CFR 970.2305

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Richard Langston
Phone: 202 586-8247

RIN: 1991-AA97
_______________________________________________________________________




926. DEAR: REVIEW OF M&O CONTRACTOR PURCHASING SYSTEMS

Priority:  Other

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 944; 48 CFR 970

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: P. Devers Weaver
Phone: 202 586-8250

RIN: 1991-AB07
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927. SMALL BUSINESS SUBCONTRACTING PROGRAM

Priority:  Other

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 919; 48 CFR 970

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Gwendolyn Cowan
Phone: 202 586-8159

RIN: 1991-AB17
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions


Office of Procurement and Assistance Management (PR)



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928. TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER: DOE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATING CONTRACTORS

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  PL 101-189, sec 3133; 42 USC 7256(a); PL 103-160, sec 
3160

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Public Law 101-189 amended the Stevenson-Wydler Technology 
Innovation Act to include DOE management and operating laboratories. 
Subsequently, PL 103-160 expanded the definition of a laboratory to 
include DOE Weapon Production Facilities. DOE will need to amend DEAR 
970 to standardize the implementation of its technology transfer 
program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/22/95                    60 FR 27069
Final Action                    12/22/95                    60 FR 66510
Final Action Effective          01/22/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

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

RIN: 1991-AA63
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929. LEGISLATIVE LOBBYING COST PROHIBITION

Priority:  Other

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7256A

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 970

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/18/94                    59 FR 52505
Final Action                    12/12/95                    60 FR 63645
Final Action Effective          01/11/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

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

RIN: 1991-AB08
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930. LIMITS ON PARTICIPATION IN CERTAIN DOE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT 
PROGRAMS

Priority:  Other Significant

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

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 600

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/23/95                    60 FR 10296
Final Action                    12/20/95                    60 FR 65509
Final Action Effective          01/19/96

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Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert C. Marlay, Director, Office of Science Policy, 
(PO-81), Department of Energy, Departmental and Others, 1000 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-3900

RIN: 1991-AB14
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931. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE RULES STREAMLINING AND SIMPLIFYING PROCEDURES

Priority:  Other

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will eliminate existing text in the CFR.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254; 42 USC 7256

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 600

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will modify the provisions in 10 CFR 600, 
subparts A and C, to streamline and simplify DOE internal procedures. 
This action is responsive to Executive Order 12861, ``Elimination of 
One-Half of Executive Branch Internal Regulations.''

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/08/95                    60 FR 40323
Final Action                    02/26/96                     61 FR 7164

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

RIN: 1991-AB23
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                          Proposed Rule Stage


Office of General Counsel (OGC)



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932. PAYMENT OF TRAVEL EXPENSES OF PERSONS WHO ARE NOT GOVERNMENT 
EMPLOYEES

Priority:  Other

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7254

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1060

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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

RIN: 1990-AA15
_______________________________________________________________________




933. CONDUCT OF EMPLOYEES

Priority:  Other

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

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

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 1010; 5 CFR 2635

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Susan Beard, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Standards of Conduct, Department of Energy, Office of General Counsel, 
1000 Independence Ave SW., Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-1522

RIN: 1990-AA19
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                             Final Rule Stage


Office of General Counsel (OGC)



_______________________________________________________________________




934. PATENT WAIVER REGULATION

Priority:  Other

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

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 784

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulation provides procedures and standards for 
obtaining a waiver of the Government's rights in inventions made under 
DOE research and development contracts with entities that are not small 
businesses or nonprofit institutions, and terms and conditions of such 
waivers. Currently, DOE waiver policy is provided in DOE Procurement 
Regulations (41 CFR 9-9.109-6). This regulation places DOE patent 
waiver policy in Title 10 of the CFR and also provides updates, 
revisions and clarifications to waiver policy as contained in 41 CFR 9-
9.109-6.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Michael P. Hoffman, Patent Attorney (GC-62), Department 
of Energy, Office of General Counsel, 1000 Independence Ave. SW., 
Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-3441

RIN: 1990-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE)                            Completed Actions


Office of General Counsel (OGC)



_______________________________________________________________________




935.  REMOVAL OF OBSOLETE REGULATIONS, PART II

Priority:  Other

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing 
Government effort. It will eliminate existing text in the CFR.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 7101

CFR Citation:  10 CFR 475; 10 CFR 476; 10 CFR 478

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Energy is amending the Code of Federal 
Regulations (CFR) to remove obsolete regulations relating to defunct 
programs of financial assistance for electric and hybrid vehicle 
research and methane transportation research. This action is being 
taken in furtherance of the President's Regulatory Reinvention 
Initiative to eliminate obsolete regulations and streamline existing 
rules.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/05/95                    60 FR 62318
Final Action                    12/05/95                    60 FR 62316
NPRM Comment Period End         01/04/96
Final Action Effective          01/16/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Romulo L. Diaz, Jr., Director, Rulemaking Support, 
Office of the General Counsel, Department of Energy, Office of General 
Counsel, 1000 Independence Avenue SW., GC-75, Washington, DC 20585
Phone: 202 586-2902

RIN: 1990-AA23
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