[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Department of the Interior Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
[From the U.S. Government Printing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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Department of the Interior





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                                       


  



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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

Office of the Secretary

25 CFR Ch. I

30 CFR Chs. II and VII

36 CFR Ch. I

43 CFR Subtitle A, Chs. I and II

48 CFR Ch. 14

50 CFR Chs. I and IV

Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Interior.

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY: This notice provides the semiannual agenda of rules scheduled 
for review or development between April 1998 and October 1998. An 
agenda is required by the Regulatory Flexibility Act and Executive 
Order 12866.

ADDRESSES: Unless otherwise indicated, all agency contacts are located 
at the Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: All comments and inquiries with regard 
to these rules should be directed to the appropriate agency contact. 
General comments relating to the agenda should be directed to the 
Office of Executive Secretariat and Regulatory Affairs, Department of 
the Interior, at the address above or on 202-208-5257 or 202-208-3071.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: With this publication, the Department 
satisfies the requirement of Executive Order 12866 that the Department 
publish an agenda of rules that have been issued or are expected to be 
issued and of currently effective rules that are scheduled for review.

    Simultaneously, the Department meets the requirement of the 
Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) that an agenda be 
published in April and October of each year identifying rules that 
will have significant economic effects on a substantial number of 
small entities. Rules that will have such effects are specifically 
identified in the agenda.

    In addition, rules that were included in the Department's 
segment of The Regulatory Plan as published in the October 1997 
Agenda are also specifically identified in this agenda.

Dated: March 17, 1998.

Richard A. Stephan,

Federal Register Liaison Officer.

                   Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Proposed Rule Stage                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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1373         Natural Resource Damage Assessments: Type B Procedures...............................    1090-AA29 
1374         Records and Testimony; Freedom of Information Act....................................    1090-AA61 
1375         Department Hearings and Appeals; Special Rules Applicable to Public Land Hearings and              
            Appeals...............................................................................    1090-AA68 
1376         Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Federally Assisted Education Programs or                  
            Activities............................................................................    1090-AA64 
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                     Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Final Rule Stage                    
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1377         Administrative and Audit Requirements and Cost Principles for Assistance Programs;                 
            Buy American Act......................................................................    1090-AA66 
1378         Administrative and Audit Requirements and Cost Principles for Assistance Programs,                 
            Seat Belt Usage.......................................................................    1090-AA67 
1379         Principles of Ethical Conduct........................................................    1090-AA38 
1380         General Rules Relating to Procedures and Practice; Effect of Decision Pending Appeal.    1090-AA63 
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                    Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Long-Term Actions                    
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1381         Revised Statute 2477 Rights-of-Way...................................................    1090-AA44 
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                    Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Completed Actions                    
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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1382         Administrative Requirements for Grantees To Reflect Single Audit Act Amendments......    1090-AA62 
1383         Department of the Interior Acquisition Regulation; Foreign Acquisitions..............    1090-AA65 
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                               Office of the Special Trustee--Proposed Rule Stage                               
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1384         Appealing Administrative Actions of the Office of the Special Trustee................    1035-AA03 
1385         Special Deposits.....................................................................    1035-AA01 
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                                Office of the Special Trustee--Completed Actions                                
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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1386         Individual Indian Money Accounts.....................................................    1035-AA02 
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                          United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Proposed Rule Stage                          
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
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1387         Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska........................    1018-AD68 
1388         Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration Program for Participation for District of                    
            Columbia and Insular Territories and Commonwealths....................................    1018-AD83 
1389         Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES)......................    1018-AD87 
1390         Rescission of Administrative Procedures for Grants in Aid (Marine Mammal Protection                
            Act of 1972)..........................................................................    1018-AD92 
1391         Proposed Special Rule With the Reclassification of the Vicuna From Endangered to                   
            Threatened............................................................................    1018-AE04 
1392         Exportation of Marine Mammal Products for Cultural Exchange..........................    1018-AE33 
1393         Migratory Bird Hunting; Temporary Approval of Tungsten-Polymer Shot as Nontoxic for                
            1998-99 Season........................................................................    1018-AE35 
1394         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Determination of Threatened                
            Status for Koala......................................................................    1018-AE43 
1395         Migratory Bird Special Purpose Canada Goose Permit...................................    1018-AE46 
1396         Update of Addresses for Endangered Species Permit Applications.......................    1018-AE49 
1397         Revise and Amend Hunting and Disturbance Regulations on Units of the National                      
            Wildlife Refuge System................................................................    1018-AE50 
1398         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for Oahu                 
            Elepaio from the Hawaiian Islands.....................................................    1018-AE51 
1399         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for Wilamette Daisy,              
            Fender's Blue Butterfly and Threatened Status for Kincaid's Lupine....................    1018-AE53 
1400         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for the Plant                     
            Prairie Penny Cress from Coastal Northern California..................................    1018-AE55 
1401         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; List San Bernardino Kangaroo Rat as                 
            Endangered............................................................................    1018-AE59 
1402         Public Use Regulations for Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge, Alaska...................    1018-AE60 
1403         Migratory Bird Hunting; Nontoxic Shot; Approval of Tin Shot as Nontoxic for Waterfowl              
            and Coot Shooting.....................................................................    1018-AE61 
1404         Eagle Permits; Permits for Falconry Purposes; Permits to Take Golden Eagle Nests.....    1018-AE62 
1405         Migratory Bird Permits; Specific Permit Provisions; Import and Export Permits;                     
            Banding or Marking Permits; and Scientific Collecting Permits.........................    1018-AE63 
1406         Migratory Bird Permits; General Requirements and Exceptions; General Exceptions to                 
            Permit Requirements; Specific Permit Provisions; Special Purpose Permits..............    1018-AE64 
1407         Migratory Bird Permits; Federal Falconry Standards; Determination that Vermont and                 
            West Virginia Meet or Exceed Federal Falconry Standards...............................    1018-AE65 
1408         Migratory Bird Hunting; Nontoxic Shot; Temporary Approval of Tungsten-Polymer and                  
            Tungsten-Iron Shot as Nontoxic for Waterfowl and Coot Hunting for the 1998-99 Season..    1018-AE66 
1409         Migratory Bird Hunting; Nontoxic Shot; Approval of Molyshot as Nontoxic for Waterfowl              
            and Coot Hunting......................................................................    1018-AE67 
1410         1998-99 Refuge-Specific Hunting and Fishing Regulations..............................    1018-AE68 
1411         Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska - Subparts C and D--                 
            1999-2000 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Wildlife Regulations.........................    1018-AE69 
1412         Importation, Exportation and Transportation of Wildlife Concerning International                   
            Mail, Pet Birds, Border Ports, Shellfish and Fishery Products Exemption...............    1018-AE70 
1413         Implementation of the 1994 Amendments to the Marine Mammals Protection Act...........    1018-AE72 
1414         Reclassification of the Namibian Population of Cheetah from Endangered to Threatened.    1018-AE73 
1415         Migratory Bird Hunting; Reduction of the mid-Continent Lesser Snow Goose Population..    1018-AE74 
1416         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Rule to List Camatta Canyon                
            Amole as Endangered or Threatened.....................................................    1018-AE76 
1417         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; List LaGraciosa Thistle as Endangered               
            or Threatened.........................................................................    1018-AE77 

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1418         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Rule to List Lompoc Yerba                  
            Santa as Endangered or Threatened.....................................................    1018-AE78 
1419         Endangered and Threatened Species; Proposed Rule to List as Endangered or Threatened               
            Gaviota Tarplant......................................................................    1018-AE79 
1420         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Rule to List Santa Cruz                    
            Tarplant as Endangered or Threatened..................................................    1018-AE80 
1421         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Rule to List as Endangered or              
            Threatened Nipoma Mesa Lupine.........................................................    1018-AE81 
1422         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Rule to List as Endangered or              
            Threatened Yreka Phlox................................................................    1018-AE82 
1423         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Rule to List as Endangered or              
            Threatened Cowhead Lake Tui Chub......................................................    1018-AE85 
1424         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Rule to List as Endangered or              
            Threatened Puzzle Sunflower...........................................................    1018-AE88 
1425         Endangered and Threatened Species; Proposed Rule to List as Endangered or Threatened               
            Blumer's Dock.........................................................................    1018-AE89 
1426         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Rule to Delist Throughout its              
            Range and Remove the Similarity of Appearance Provision for the American Peregrine                  
            Falcon................................................................................    1018-AE90 
1427         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposal to List as Endangered in the               
            United States the Short-tailed Albatross..............................................    1018-AE91 
1428         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Establishment of Nonessential              
            Experimental Population Status for 16 Freshwater Mussels and 1 Freshwater Snail.......    1018-AE92 
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                            United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Final Rule Stage                           
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1429         Eagle Permits........................................................................    1018-AB81 
1430         Export of American Ginseng Harvested in 1994-1996....................................    1018-AC55 
1431         General Provisions and General Permit Procedures.....................................    1018-AC57 
1432         Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska; Subparts C&D--1998-99               
            Subsistence Taking of Fish and Wildlife Regulations...................................    1018-AE12 
1433         Announcement of CITES Action Concerning Changes to Appendices to Listed Species;                   
            Service Announcement Concerning Reservations..........................................    1018-AE16 
1434         Regulations for Administrative and Visitor Facility Sites on National Wildlife                     
            Refuges...............................................................................    1018-AE21 
1435         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; List 3 Aquatic Snails as Endangered; 3              
            Aquatic Snails as Threatened in Mobile River Basin, Alabama...........................    1018-AE36 
1436         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Threatened Status for Virginia                      
            Sneezeweed; A Plant From the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia............................    1018-AE37 
1437         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposal to List St. Andrew Beach                   
            Mouse as Endangered...................................................................    1018-AE41 
1438         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; List Topeka Shiner as Endangered......    1018-AE42 
1439         Migratory Bird Hunting; Proposed 1997-98 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Regulations                   
            (Preliminary) with Requests for Indian Tribal Proposals...............................    1018-AE93 
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                           United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Long-Term Actions                           
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1440         Captive-Bred Wildlife................................................................    1018-AB10 
1441         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants........................................    1018-AB66 
1442         List of Migratory Birds..............................................................    1018-AB72 
1443         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants........................................    1018-AB97 
1444         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: San Xavier Talussnail.................    1018-AC13 
1445         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Loch Lomond                 
            Coyote Thistle........................................................................    1018-AC14 
1446         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Parish's Alkali Grass.................    1018-AC21 
1447         Endangered and Threatened Species: Sacramento Splittail..............................    1018-AC26 
1448         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Intercross Progeny Policy and                       
            Definitions...........................................................................    1018-AC54 

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1449         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Arkansas River Shiner.................    1018-AC62 
1450         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Tropical Birds........................    1018-AC77 
1451         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Four Southwestern California Plants...    1018-AC88 
1452         Seizure and Forfeiture Procedures....................................................    1018-AC89 
1453         Critical Habitat Designation for the Lost River and Shortnose Suckers................    1018-AC90 
1454         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Least Chub............................    1018-AC91 
1455         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Ten Plants From the California Sierra               
            Nevada Mountains Foothills............................................................    1018-AC99 
1456         Revision of Migratory Bird Hunting Regulations, 50 CFR Part 20.......................    1018-AD01 
1457         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: California Plants and the Black                     
            Legless Lizard........................................................................    1018-AD09 
1458         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Critical Habitat Designation for the                
            Western Snowy Plover..................................................................    1018-AD10 
1459         Marine Mammal Protection Act; Unintentional Take of Marine Mammals by Harassment Only              
            in Activities Other Than Commercial Fishing...........................................    1018-AD18 
1460         Marine Mammal Protection Act; Measures to Safely Deter Marine Mammals, Including                   
            Threatened and Endangered Marine Mammals..............................................    1018-AD19 
1461         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Special Rule for the Northern Spotted               
            Owl...................................................................................    1018-AD20 
1462         Taxonomic Change From Subspecies to Vertebrate Population Segment for the Virgin                   
            River Chub............................................................................    1018-AD22 
1463         Critical Habitat Proposal for Virgin River Fishes....................................    1018-AD23 
1464         Seven Plants From the Mountains of Southern California...............................    1018-AD34 
1465         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Pallid Manzanita......................    1018-AD35 
1466         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Four Southwestern California Plants...    1018-AD38 
1467         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Four Plants From Interior Chaparral of              
            Southwestern California and Northwestern Baja California, Mexico......................    1018-AD60 
1468         Export of River Otters Taken in Missouri in 1996-97 and Subsequent Seasons...........    1018-AD63 
1469         Export of Appendix I Specimens That Were Bred for Commercial Purposes................    1018-AD64 
1470         Consolidation of Lists of Wildlife of Federal Concern................................    1018-AD66 
1471         Reclassification of Yacare Caiman From Endangered to Threatened With Special Rule....    1018-AD67 
1472         Migratory Bird Hunting: Regulations Regarding Prohibition Against Artificially                     
            Altering/Manipulating Natural Vegetation in Moist Areas To Attract Waterfowl..........    1018-AD74 
1473         Endangered and Threatened Species: Removal of Lloyd's Hedgehog Cactus From Federal                 
            List of Endangered and Threatened Plants..............................................    1018-AD91 
1474         Safe Harbor Policy and Guidance for Candidate Agreements.............................    1018-AD95 
1475         Standards for the Humane and Healthful Transport of Wild Reptiles and Amphibians to                
            the United States.....................................................................    1018-AD98 
1476         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Establishment of a                         
            Nonessential Experimental Population of Black-footed Ferrets in Northwestern Colorado               
            and Northeastern UT...................................................................    1018-AD99 
1477         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reintroduction of a                        
            Nonessential Experimental Population of Grizzly Bears in Idaho and Montana............    1018-AE00 
1478         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Establishment of Nonessential              
            Experimental Population of Ten Freshwater Mussels in Holston River System in TN and VA    1018-AE01 
1479         Revision to Subchapter C--The National Wildlife Refuge System........................    1018-AE02 
1480         Proposed Approval of Selected State Programs Allowing the Export of Ginseng Harvested              
            in 1997-1999..........................................................................    1018-AE03 
1481         Endangered Species Listing: Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse............................    1018-AE06 
1482         Importation, Exportation, Transportation of Wildlife.................................    1018-AE08 
1483         Export of American Alligator for the 1998-2000 Harvest Seasons.......................    1018-AE15 
1484         Revisions to the Federal Aid Administrative Requirements.............................    1018-AE17 
1485         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Proposed Endangered Status for                      
            Blackburn's Sphinx Moth from the Hawaiian Islands.....................................    1018-AE20 
1486         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Status for Ten Plant Taxa                  
            from Maui Nui, Hawaii.................................................................    1018-AE22 
1487         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for Two                  
            Larkspurs from Coastal Northern California............................................    1018-AE23 
1488         No Surprises Policy..................................................................    1018-AE24 
1489         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for Ione                 
            Buckwheat and Threatened Status for Ione Manzanita....................................    1018-AE25 
1490         Importation of Polar Bear Trophies from Canada; Addition of Populations to the List                
            of Areas Approved for Import..........................................................    1018-AE26 
1491         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Threatened Status for                      
            Newcomb's Snail from the Hawaiian Islands.............................................    1018-AE27 
1492         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposal to List Klamath River                      
            Population Segment of Bull Trout as Endangered and Columbia River Population Segment                
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1493         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for the                  
            Plant Keck's Sidalcea from Tulare County, California..................................    1018-AE30 
1494         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Rule to List the Illinois                  
            Cave Amphipod as Endangered...........................................................    1018-AE31 
1495         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for Plant                
            in Wenatchee Mountains of Washington..................................................    1018-AE32 
1496         Injurious Wildlife; Addition of Brush-Tailed Possum..................................    1018-AE34 
1497         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants - Proposed Endangered Status for Two                 
            Cave Animals from Hawaiian Islands....................................................    1018-AE39 
1498         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants - Proposed Endangered Status for 2 San               
            Joaquin Valley Mammals................................................................    1018-AE40 
1499         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for Plant                
            Rough Popcornflower...................................................................    1018-AE44 
1500         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Revision of Special                        
            Regulations for Gray Wolf.............................................................    1018-AE45 
1501         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Emergency Rule Establishing                
            Additional Manatee in Kings Bay Crystal River, FL.....................................    1018-AE47 
1502         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for                      
            Catesbaea Melanocarpa.................................................................    1018-AE48 
1503         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Threatened Status for Plant                
            Howell's Spectacular Thelypody........................................................    1018-AE52 
1504         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; List Plant Zapata Bladderpod as                     
            Endangered............................................................................    1018-AE54 
1505         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determination of the Pecos Pupfish to               
            be Endangered.........................................................................    1018-AE56 
1506         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; List Desert Milk Vetch as Threatened..    1018-AE57 
1507         Seasonal Closure of the Moose Range Meadows Public Access Easements in the Kenai                   
            National Wildlife Refuge..............................................................    1018-AE58 
1508         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposal to List as Endangered or                   
            Threatened Gentner's Fritilaria (Mission Bells).......................................    1018-AE75 
1509         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposal to List as Endangered or                   
            Threatened Mariana Fruit Bat..........................................................    1018-AE83 
1510         Endangered and Threatened Species; Proposed Rule to List Northern Idaho Ground                     
            Squirrel as Endangered or Threatened..................................................    1018-AE84 
1511         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants, Proposal to List Devil's River Minnow               
            as Endangered or Threatened...........................................................    1018-AE86 
1512         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Rule to List Colorado                      
            Butterfly Plant as Endangered or Threatened...........................................    1018-AE87 
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                           United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Completed Actions                           
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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1513         Migratory Bird Hunting: Revised Test Protocol for Nontoxic Approval Procedures for                 
            Shot and Shot Coatings................................................................    1018-AB80 
1514         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Critical Habitat for the Pecos Pupfish    1018-AC18 
1515         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Two California Butterflies and a Snake    1018-AC32 
1516         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Seven Freshwater Mussels from Alabama,              
            Florida, and Georgia..................................................................    1018-AC63 
1517         Migratory Bird Hunting and Migratory Bird Permits....................................    1018-AC69 
1518         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Northern and Southern Populations of                
            the Bog Turtle........................................................................    1018-AD05 
1519         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Brother's Island Tuatara..............    1018-AD06 
1520         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Reintroduction of a Nonessential                    
            Experimental Population of Mexican Wolves.............................................    1018-AD07 
1521         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: U.S. Populations of Atlantic Salmon...    1018-AD12 
1522         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Two San Francisco Marsh Plants........    1018-AD14 
1523         Endangered Species Listing: Three Aquatic Invertebrates in Comal and Hays Counties,                
            Texas.................................................................................    1018-AD28 
1524         Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Nine Plants From California...........    1018-AD36 
1525         Proposed Depredation Order for the Double-Crested Cormorant..........................    1018-AE11 
1526         Establishment of Regulations Governing the Conduct on Midway Atoll...................    1018-AE19 
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                                   National Park Service--Proposed Rule Stage                                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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1527         Land and Water Conservation Fund Program of Assistance to States; Post-Completion                  
            Compliance Responsibilities...........................................................    1024-AC68 
1528         Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act Regulations Future                          
            Applicability.........................................................................    1024-AC57 
1529         National Park Service Symbols: United States Park Police Insignia....................    1024-AB94 
1530         Denali National Park and Preserve, Special Regulations...............................    1024-AC58 
1531         Hydroelectric Power Projects in the National Park System.............................    1024-AC64 
1532         Applicability and Resource Protection Revisions......................................    1024-AC38 
1533         Personal Watercraft..................................................................    1024-AC65 
1534         Kaloko-Honokohou Nat'l Historic Park, Public Nudity..................................    1024-AC66 
1535         Non-Federal Oil and Gas Rights.......................................................    1024-AC53 
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                                     National Park Service--Final Rule Stage                                    
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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1536         Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act Regulations; Civil Penalties..    1024-AC48 
1537         Glacier Bay National Park, Alaska Fishing Regulations................................    1024-AB99 
1538         Rights-of-Way........................................................................    1024-AC01 
1539         Procedures for State, Tribal, and Local Government Historic Preservation Programs....    1024-AC44 
1540         National Natural Landmarks Program...................................................    1024-AB96 
1541         Appalachian National Scenic Trail - Snowmobiles......................................    1024-AC67 
1542         Grand Teton National Park and John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway: Snowmobile                
            and Snowplane Routes and Regulations..................................................    1024-AC34 
1543         Voyageurs National Park: Aircraft Operations.........................................    1024-AC23 
1544         Delaware Water Gap NRA, Bicycle Trail................................................    1024-AC62 
1545         Big Cypress National Preserve; Recreational Frogging.................................    1024-AC54 
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                                    National Park Service--Completed Actions                                    
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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1546         Safety Belts.........................................................................    1024-AC63 
1547         Shenandoah National Park: Backcountry and Fishing Regulations........................    1024-AC33 
1548         Off-Road Operation of Motor Vehicles.................................................    1024-AC47 
1549         National Capital Region; Kennedy Center and Distribution of Literature...............    1024-AC61 
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                                  Bureau of Indian Affairs--Proposed Rule Stage                                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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1550         Loans to Indians from the Revolving Loan Fund........................................    1076-AD59 
1551         Loan Guarantee Program...............................................................    1076-AD73 
1552         Mortgages and Deeds of Trust on Individually Owned Trust Land or Land Subject to a                 
            Restriction on Alienation.............................................................    1076-AD85 
1553         Leasing Restricted Lands of Members of the Five Civilized Tribes Oklahoma, for Mining    1076-AD33 
1554         Exploration, Mining, and Reclamation of Lands........................................    1076-AD36 
1555         Employment Assistance for Adult Indians..............................................    1076-AD75 
1556         Adult Vocational Training............................................................    1076-AD72 
1557         Education Contracts Under the Johnson-O'Malley Act...................................    1076-AD58 
1558         School Construction Contracts for Public Schools.....................................    1076-AD69 
1559         Academic and Dormitory Standards.....................................................    1076-AD55 
1560         Indian School Equalization Program...................................................    1076-AD09 
1561         Administration of the Higher Education Program.......................................    1076-AA10 
1562         Grants to Tribally Controlled Community Colleges and Navajo Community College........    1076-AD08 

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1563         Certificates of Degree of Indian Blood...............................................    1076-AD78 
1564         Tribal Reorganization Under a Federal Statute........................................    1076-AD46 
1565         Petitioning Procedures...............................................................    1076-AD47 
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                                   Bureau of Indian Affairs--Final Rule Stage                                   
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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  Number                                                                                               Number   
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1566         Tribal Revenue Allocation Plans......................................................    1076-AD74 
1567         Tribal Self-Governance...............................................................    1076-AD20 
1568         Courts of Indian Offenses............................................................    1076-AD76 
1569         Correction of Codification Errors in 25 CFR..........................................    1076-AD88 
1570         Navajo Partitioned Lands Grazing Regulations.........................................    1076-AC81 
1571         Leasing and Permitting...............................................................    1076-AA29 
1572         Range Regulations....................................................................    1076-AD04 
1573         Roads of the Bureau of Indian Affairs................................................    1076-AB05 
1574         Irrigation Projects and Systems......................................................    1076-AD44 
1575         Indian Electric Power Utilities......................................................    1076-AD45 
1576         Appeals from Administrative Actions..................................................    1076-AD50 
1577         Arrangement with States, Territories, or Other Agencies for Social Welfare and Relief              
            of Distress of Indians................................................................    1076-AD61 
1578         Leasing Osage Reservation Lands for Mining of Minerals Other Than Oil and Gas........    1076-AD34 
1579         Lead and Zinc Mining Operations and Leases on Quapaw Indian Lands....................    1076-AD35 
1580         Use of Columbia River Fish Access Sites..............................................    1076-AD83 
1581         Use of Columbia River In-Lieu Fishing Sites..........................................    1076-AD86 
1582         Housing Improvement Program..........................................................    1076-AD52 
1583         Indian Business Development Program..................................................    1076-AD70 
1584         Class III Gaming Procedures..........................................................    1076-AD87 
1585         Administration of the Indian Adult Education Programs................................    1076-AA15 
1586         Preference in Employment.............................................................    1076-AD05 
1587         Indian Tribal Justice Support........................................................    1076-AD15 
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                                   Bureau of Indian Affairs--Completed Actions                                  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1588         Indian Highway Safety Program Competitive Grant Selection Criteria...................    1076-AD82 
1589         Management of the Tribal Assets of the Ute Indian Tribe..............................    1076-AD37 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                Minerals Management Service--Proposed Rule Stage                                
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1590         Accounting Relief for Marginal Properties............................................    1010-AC30 
1591         Takes vs. Entitlements Reporting.....................................................    1010-AC29 
1592         Valuation of Oil From Federal Mineral Leases.........................................    1010-AC09 
1593         Electronic Reporting.................................................................    1010-AC40 
1594         Chronic Erroneous Reporting..........................................................    1010-AC34 
1595         Training Lessee and Contractor Employees Engaged in Oil and Gas Operations in the                  
            Outer Continental Shelf...............................................................    1010-AC41 
1596         Reviewing Exploration Plans and Development and Production Plans for Coastal Zone                  
            Consistency...........................................................................    1010-AC42 
1597         Oil and Gas Drilling Operations......................................................    1010-AC43 
1598         Redesignation of 30 CFR Part 250.....................................................    1010-AC45 
1599         Filing Fees for Required Records.....................................................    1010-AC44 

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1600         Administrative Appeals Process.......................................................    1010-AC21 
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                                  Minerals Management Service--Final Rule Stage                                 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1601         Amendments to Standards for Reporting and Paying Royalties on Gas and the Gas                      
            Analysis Report.......................................................................    1010-AC23 
1602         Valuation of Gas From Indian Leases..................................................    1010-AB57 
1603         Valuation of Oil from Indian Leases..................................................    1010-AC24 
1604         Refunds and Recoupment of Overpayments on OCS........................................    1010-AC27 
1605         Royalty Payment Liability............................................................    1010-AB45 
1606         Suspension of Orders or Decisions Pending Appeal To Allow for Self-Bonding Based Upon              
            Financial Solvency....................................................................    1010-AC28 
1607         Seismic Reassessment of California Outer Continental Shelf Platforms.................    1010-AC17 
1608         Postlease Operations.................................................................    1010-AC32 
1609         Blowout Preventer Testing Requirements...............................................    1010-AC37 
1610         Pipelines............................................................................    1010-AC39 
1611         Oil Spill Responsibility for Offshore Facilities.....................................    1010-AC33 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                 Minerals Management Service--Long-Term Actions                                 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1612         Prepayment of Royalties..............................................................    1010-AC31 
1613         Credit Adjustments...................................................................    1010-AB73 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                 Minerals Management Service--Completed Actions                                 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1614         Royalty Relief for Outer Continental Shelf Leases in the Gulf of Mexico..............    1010-AC13 
1615         Allowances for Transportation and Processing Costs Associated With Gas Valuation.....    1010-AC06 
1616         Gas Measurement and Commingling......................................................    1010-AB97 
1617         Oil and Gas Production Rates.........................................................    1010-AC36 
1618         Geological and Geophysical Exploration of the Outer Continental Shelf................    1010-AC10 
1619         Deep Water Royalty Relief--Tracts Offered Between November 28 1995, and November 28,               
            2000..................................................................................    1010-AC14 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                    Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Proposed Rule Stage                   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1620         Indian Lands.........................................................................    1029-AB83 
1621         Applicant/Violator System Permit Information.........................................    1029-AB62 
1622         Enhancing AML Reclamation............................................................    1029-AB89 
1623         Ownership and Control--Redesign......................................................    1029-AB94 
1624         Abandoned Coal Refuse Sites--Title I.................................................    1029-AB70 
1625         Alluvial Valley Floors...............................................................    1029-AB85 
1626         Contemporaneous Reclamation..........................................................    1029-AB79 
1627         Dam Safety Rules.....................................................................    1029-AB92 
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                     Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Final Rule Stage                     
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1628         Removal of 30 CFR 870.17.............................................................    1029-AB93 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                     Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Long-Term Actions                    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1629         Definition and Criteria for Valid Existing Rights....................................    1029-AB42 
1630         Prohibitions Under Section 522(e) of SMCRA...........................................    1029-AB82 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                     Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Completed Actions                    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1631         Inflation Adjustment Rule............................................................    1029-AB90 
1632         Coal Moisture........................................................................    1029-AB78 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                      Bureau of Reclamation--Prerule Stage                                      
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1633         Recovering the Value of Rights of Use and Related Administrative Costs...............    1006-AA39 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                   Bureau of Reclamation--Proposed Rule Stage                                   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1634         Acreage Limitation Rules for Trusts..................................................    1006-AA38 
1635         Central Valley Project of California--Purposes, Uses, and Allocation of Water                      
            Supplies..............................................................................    1006-AA34 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                     Bureau of Reclamation--Final Rule Stage                                    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1636         Revenues Management..................................................................    1006-AA30 
1637         Offstream Storage of Colorado River Water and Interstate Marketing of Storage Credits              
            in the Lower Division States..........................................................    1006-AA40 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                    Bureau of Reclamation--Completed Actions                                    
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1638         Adjustments to the 1988 Operating Criteria for the Newlands Irrigation Project,                    
            Nevada................................................................................    1006-AA37 
1639         Management of Lake Berryessa.........................................................    1006-AA36 
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                                 Bureau of Land Management--Proposed Rule Stage                                 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1640         Planning, Programming, and Budgeting.................................................    1004-AC86 
1641         Advisory Committees..................................................................    1004-AD26 
1642         Authorities/Mission Statement........................................................    1004-AD15 
1643         Appeals Procedures; Hearings Procedures..............................................    1004-AC99 
1644         Conveyances, Disclaimers, and Correction Documents...................................    1004-AC82 
1645         Financial Assistance; Local Governments..............................................    1004-AD23 
1646         Land Withdrawals.....................................................................    1004-AC63 
1647         Segregation and Opening of Lands.....................................................    1004-AC84 
1648         Land Classification..................................................................    1004-AC78 
1649         Desert Land Entries..................................................................    1004-AC56 
1650         Color of Title and Omitted Lands.....................................................    1004-AD00 
1651         Railroad Grants......................................................................    1004-AC76 
1652         Alaska Native Selections.............................................................    1004-AC72 
1653         Sales--Federal Land Policy and Management Act........................................    1004-AB77 
1654         Use; Rights-of-Way...................................................................    1004-AC75 
1655         Rights-of-Way Under the Mineral Leasing Act..........................................    1004-AC74 
1656         Leases, Permits, and Easements.......................................................    1004-AB51 
1657         Cost Recovery; Mineral Filings and Operations........................................    1004-AC64 
1658         Oil and Gas Leasing and Operations...................................................    1004-AC94 
1659         Oil and Gas Leasing; National Petroleum Reserve, Alaska-- Transfers, Extensions, and               
            Consolidations........................................................................    1004-AD13 
1660         Geothermal Resource Unit Agreement...................................................    1004-AD10 
1661         Coal Management......................................................................    1004-AD11 
1662         Coal Management: General (Public Participation)......................................    1004-AD27 
1663         Mineral Materials Disposal...........................................................    1004-AD29 
1664         Paleontological Resources............................................................    1004-AD03 
1665         Location of Mining Claims; Assessment Work; Public Law 359 - Mining in Powersite                   
            Withdrawals...........................................................................    1004-AD31 
1666         Mineral Patent Applications; Adverse Claims, Protests, and Conflicts.................    1004-AD32 
1667         Surface Management (Locatable Minerals)..............................................    1004-AD22 
1668         Disposal of Reserved Minerals Under the Stock Raising Homestead Act..................    1004-AC59 
1669         Use Authorizations (Recreation)......................................................    1004-AD25 
1670         Emergency Fire and Disaster Rehabilitation...........................................    1004-AD30 
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                                   Bureau of Land Management--Final Rule Stage                                  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1671         Definitions..........................................................................    1004-AC73 
1672         Application Procedures...............................................................    1004-AC83 
1673         National Forest Exchanges............................................................    1004-AC97 
1674         State Exchanges; National Park System Exchanges; Wildlife Refuge Exchanges;                        
            Miscellaneous Exchanges...............................................................    1004-AC58 
1675         Indian Allotments....................................................................    1004-AC77 
1676         Carey Act Grants.....................................................................    1004-AC80 
1677         Special Areas; State Irrigation Districts............................................    1004-AC53 
1678         Public Availability of Minerals Resources Information................................    1004-AB55 
1679         Coalbed Methane Development..........................................................    1004-AC27 
1680         Geothermal Resources Leasing.........................................................    1004-AD08 
1681         Management of Solid Minerals Other Than Coal.........................................    1004-AC49 
1682         Mineral Materials Disposal...........................................................    1004-AC68 
1683         Helium Contracts.....................................................................    1004-AD24 
1684         Grazing Administration; Alaska; Livestock............................................    1004-AC70 
1685         Grazing Administration: Alaska; Reindeer.............................................    1004-AD06 
1686         Wild Horse and Burro Adoptions; Power of Attorney....................................    1004-AD28 
1687         Sustained Yield Forest Units.........................................................    1004-AC93 
1688         Management of Designated Wilderness Area.............................................    1004-AB69 
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                                  Bureau of Land Management--Long-Term Actions                                  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1689         Oil and Gas Leasing; Drainage........................................................    1004-AC54 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                  Bureau of Land Management--Completed Actions                                  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1690         Assignments..........................................................................    1004-AD17 
1691         Qualifications.......................................................................    1004-AD18 
1692         BLM Insignia.........................................................................    1004-AD20 
1693         Patent Preparation and Issuance......................................................    1004-AC88 
1694         Gifts; Acquisition of Lands or Interest in Lands by Purchase or Condemnation.........    1004-AC98 
1695         State Grants.........................................................................    1004-AC71 
1696         Reclamation/Townsites................................................................    1004-AC91 
1697         Logical Mining Units: General; LMU Application Procedures; LMU Approval Criteria; LMU              
            Diligence; Administration of LMU Operations...........................................    1004-AD12 
1698         Mining Claims Under the General Mining Laws..........................................    1004-AD05 
1699         Wild and Scenic Rivers...............................................................    1004-AC87 
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                                  Office of the Secretary--Proposed Rule Stage                                  
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1700         Wild and Scenic Rivers...............................................................    1093-AA08 
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                   Office of the Secretary--Completed Actions                                   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
  Number                                                                                               Number   
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1701         Transportation and Utility Systems In and Across, and Access Into, Conservation                    
            System Units in Alaska................................................................    1093-AA07 
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_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1373. NATURAL RESOURCE DAMAGE ASSESSMENTS: TYPE B PROCEDURES

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  42 USC 9651(c)

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: CERCLA and the Clean Water Act allow natural resource 
trustees to bring a claim against a potentially responsible party for 
resources that have been injured by a release of a hazardous substance. 
CERCLA requires that natural resource damage assessment regulations be 
promulgated and that the regulations be reviewed, and revised as 
appropriate, every two years. This rulemaking is the biennial review of 
the administrative process for conducting assessments as well as the 
so-called ``type B'' procedures for determining injury and damages 
through scientific and economic studies. This rulemaking will also 
address the calculation of lost non-use values of natural resources, in 
compliance with State of Ohio v. Department of the Interior, 880 F.2d 
432 (D.C. Cir. 1989), which ordered the Department to allow for the 
assessment of all reliably calculated values lost as a result of a 
natural resource injury.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/16/96                    61 FR 37031
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/16/96
NPRM                            02/00/99
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Willie R. Taylor, Director, Office of Environmental

[[Page 22091]]

Policy and Compliance, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary 
for Policy, Management and Budget
Phone: 202 208-3891

RIN: 1090-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________




1374. RECORDS AND TESTIMONY; FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  5 USC 552 Freedom of Information Act

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: 43 CFR part 2, subparts A and B, are being revised in their 
entirety to reflect the provisions of the new FOIA law ``Electronic 
FOIA Amendments of 1996,'' Pub. L. 104-231, the recommendations of the 
National Performance Review lab, and other changes as necessary.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Alexandra Mallus, DOI FOIA Officer (OIRM), Department 
of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget
Phone: 202 208-5342

RIN: 1090-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________




1375.  DEPARTMENT HEARINGS AND APPEALS; SPECIAL RULES APPLICABLE 
TO PUBLIC LAND HEARINGS AND APPEALS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1201

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 4.415; 43 CFR 4.404; 43 CFR 4.403; 43 CFR 4.405; 
43 CFR 4.406; 43 CFR 4.414; 43 CFR 4.401(c)(2); 43 CFR 4.422(c)(2); 43 
CFR 4.450-5; 43 CFR 4.407; 43 CFR 4.408

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document proposes to amend procedural rules governing 
hearings and appeals in public lands cases. The amendments are 
necessary to conform the rules to procedural practices contained in 
decisions of the Interior Board of Land Appeals. The amended rules 
would provide parties more complete information and more up-to-date 
procedures than the existing rules.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the 
Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 
Interior Board of Appeals, 4015 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA, 22203
Phone: 703 235-3750

RIN: 1090-AA68
_______________________________________________________________________




1376. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX IN FEDERALLY ASSISTED 
EDUCATION PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  PL 92-318; PL 93-568, sec 3; 20 USC 1681; 20 USC 
1682; 20 USC 1683; 20 USC 1685; 20 USC 1686

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 41

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this regulatory action is to proscribe 
discrimination on the basis of sex in federally assisted education 
programs or activities of the Department of the Interior.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Melvin C. Fowler, Civil Rights Staff Assistant, 
Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management 
and Budget
Phone: 202 208-3455

RIN: 1090-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1377.  ADMINISTRATIVE AND AUDIT REQUIREMENTS AND COST PRINCIPLES 
FOR ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS; BUY AMERICAN ACT

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect State, local or tribal 
governments.

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 31 USC 6101 note; 31 USC 7501; 41 USC 
252a; 41 USC 701 et seq; PL 104-256, sec 501; PL 105-62, sec 503; PL 
105-62, sec 303; PL 105-83, sec 307; EO 12549; EO 12674; EO 12689; EO 
12731; OMB Circular A-102; OMB Circular A-110

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule is in response to the ``Department of the 
Interior and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 1998,'' and the 
``Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 1998.'' It 
implements provisions regarding lobbying restrictions; denial of funds 
for preventing ROTC access to campuses; and the purchase of American-
made equipment and products.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Debra E. Sonderman, Director, Procurement and Property 
Management Systems, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for 
Policy, Management and Budget
Phone: 202 208-3336

RIN: 1090-AA66
_______________________________________________________________________




1378.  ADMINISTRATIVE AND AUDIT REQUIREMENTS AND COST PRINCIPLES 
FOR ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS, SEAT BELT USAGE

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 31 USC 6101 note; 31 USC 7501; 41 USC 
252a; 41 USC 701 et seq; PL 104-256, sec 501; PL 105-62, sec 503; PL 
105-62, sec

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303; PL 105-83, sec 307; EO 12549; EO 12674; EO 12689; EO 12731; EO 
13043; OMB Circular A-102

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule will implement sections 1(c) and 2 in 
Executive Order 13043 of april 16, 1997, ``Increasing Seat Belt Use in 
the United States.'' This rule will amend section 12.2 of subpart A of 
43 CFR part 12 to add these provision and will apply to grants and 
cooperative agreements awarded by the Department.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: 8. Legal Authority: OMB Circular A-110, OMB 
Circular A-133

Agency Contact: Debra E. Sonderman, Director, Procurement and Property 
Management Systems, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for 
Policy, Management and Budget
Phone: 202 208-3336

RIN: 1090-AA67
_______________________________________________________________________




1379. PRINCIPLES OF ETHICAL CONDUCT

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  5 USC 7301; 5 USC app (Ethics Reform Act of 1989); EO 
12731

CFR Citation:  5 CFR 3501; 43 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE) has issued new 
standards of conduct regulations. The Department of the Interior (DOI) 
is preparing special conduct regulations (applies only to DOI 
employees) to supplement OGE's new standards of conduct. Interior's 
supplemental regulations, if approved by OGE, will be codified in 5 CFR 
part 3501.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/16/97                    62 FR 53713
End Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period                          12/16/97
Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mason Tsai, Deputy Ethics Program Coordinator, 
Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management 
and Budget
Phone: 202 208-5916

RIN: 1090-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




1380. GENERAL RULES RELATING TO PROCEDURES AND PRACTICE; EFFECT OF 
DECISION PENDING APPEAL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  RS 2478, as amended; 43 USC 1201

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 4.21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Office of Hearings and Appeals is proposing to amend its 
rules to provide that except as otherwise provided by law or other 
regulation, a decision will be stayed, if it is appealed until there is 
a dispositive decision on appeal.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/28/97                    62 FR 45606
NPRM Comment Period End         02/06/98                    62 FR 64544
Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James L. Byrnes, Chief Administrative Judge, Interior 
Board of Land Appeals, Department of the Interior, Assistant Secretary 
for Policy, Management and Budget
Phone: 703 235-3750

RIN: 1090-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions


Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1381. REVISED STATUTE 2477 RIGHTS-OF-WAY

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1732(b); 43 USC 1740; 43 USC 
1457; 43 USC 1782(c); 16 USC 668dd; 16 USC 460k-3; 16 USC 1 to 4

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 39

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would implement the Secretary of the 
Interior's June 1, 1993, recommendation to Congress that the Department 
promulgate regulations addressing rights-of-way pursuant to R.S. 2477 
across lands now administered by the Bureau of Land Management, the 
National Park Service, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. R.S. 
2477--a provision adopted in 1866 that granted a right-of-way for the 
construction of highways across public land not reserved for public 
uses--was repealed in 1976, but valid existing rights-of-way were not 
terminated. This proposed rule is intended to clarify the meaning of 
the statute and provide a workable administrative process and standards 
for recognizing valid claims.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/01/94                    59 FR 39216
NPRM Comment Period End         08/01/95                     60 FR 4135


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Ron Montagna, Realty Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget
Phone: 202 452-7782

RIN: 1090-AA44

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_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1382. ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTEES TO REFLECT SINGLE AUDIT 
ACT AMENDMENTS

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 12

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

No Further Action Required      10/28/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Debra E. Sonderman
Phone: 202 208-3336

RIN: 1090-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________




1383. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR ACQUISITION REGULATION; FOREIGN 
ACQUISITIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 1401.105; 48 CFR 1425; 48 CFR 1452.225-70

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/07/97                    62 FR 52265

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary L. McGarvey
Phone: 202 208-3158

RIN: 1090-AA65
BILLING CODE 4310-RK-F
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Office of the Special Trustee (OST)



_______________________________________________________________________




1384. APPEALING ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS OF THE OFFICE OF THE SPECIAL 
TRUSTEE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  PL 103-412

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 1202

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will establish a procedure for appealing decisions 
of the Office of the Special Trustee and the Office of Trust Funds 
Management.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/98
NPRM                            09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Sarah Yepa, Chief, Division of Quality Assurance, 
Department of the Interior, Office of the Special Trustee
Phone: 505 248-5751
Fax: 505 248-5782

RIN: 1035-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________




1385. SPECIAL DEPOSITS

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority:  42 USC 4043

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 87; 24 CFR 115; 24 CFR 122; 24 CFR 179; 24 CFR 
111; 24 CFR 116; 24 CFR 123; 24 CFR 112; 24 CFR 117; 24 CFR 124; 24 CFR 
114; 24 CFR 121; 24 CFR 125

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule transfers from the Bureau of Indian Affairs to the 
Office of the Special Trustee for American Indians (OST) 13 CFR parts 
relating to management of Indian trust funds. The Department is making 
this change to implement title II of the American Indian Trust Fund 
Management Reform Act of 1994. This change will clarify the questions 
that have arisen since the passage of the Act about the 
responsibilities of BIA and OST regarding trust resources and assets.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98
Interim Final Rule              06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Sarah Yepa, Chief, Division of Quality Assurance, 
Department of the Interior, Office of the Special Trustee
Phone: 505 248-5751
Fax: 505 248-5782

RIN: 1035-AA01
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Office of the Special Trustee (OST)



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1386. INDIVIDUAL INDIAN MONEY ACCOUNTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 1215; 25 CFR 115

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       12/01/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Sarah Yepa
Phone: 505 248-5751
Fax: 505 248-5782

RIN: 1035-AA02
BILLING CODE 4310-53-F

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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)



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1387. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 3101 to 3126

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 242; 50 CFR 100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Identification of waters included within ANILCA definition of 
public lands and amendment of Federal Subsistence Board's authority.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/04/96                    61 FR 15014
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/14/96
NPRM                            12/17/97                    62 FR 66216
NPRM Comment Period End         04/20/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Boyd, Office of Subsistence Management, Department 
of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 1011 E. Tudor 
Road, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3447
Fax: 907 786-3898

RIN: 1018-AD68
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1388. FEDERAL AID IN SPORT FISH RESTORATION PROGRAM FOR PARTICIPATION 
FOR DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND INSULAR TERRITORIES AND COMMONWEALTHS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 669i; 16 USC 777i

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 80

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service is proposing to define new standards for the 
District of Columbia and Insular Territories and Commonwealths for 
participation in the Federal Aid in Sport Fish Restoration program by 
waiving the 10 percent cap on use of these funds for education.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bob Lang, Chief, Division of Federal Aid, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 140 Arlington 
Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2156

RIN: 1018-AD83
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1389. CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ENDANGERED SPECIES (CITES)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This will be a revision to an existing rule that will 
incorporate decisions/interpretations made at the last six Conferences 
of the Parties to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered 
Species of Wild Fauna and Flora.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ken Stansel, Deputy Chief, Office of Management 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS 430 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2093

RIN: 1018-AD87
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1390. RESCISSION OF ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES FOR GRANTS IN AID (MARINE 
MAMMAL PROTECTION ACT OF 1972)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1361 to 1407

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 82

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service is rescinding 50 CFR 82, Administrative 
Procedures for Grants-in-Aid (Marine Mammal Protection Act of 1972). 
This regulation was determined unnecessary because funding has not been 
provided for many years and adequate instructions are contained in the 
Act and in existing regulations to disseminate funds if they become 
available in the future. This action is part of the regulatory 
reinvention effort.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bob Lang, Chief, Division of Federal Aid, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 140 Arlington 
Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2156

RIN: 1018-AD92
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1391. PROPOSED SPECIAL RULE WITH THE RECLASSIFICATION OF THE VICUNA FROM 
ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This special rule will be associated with the 
reclassification of vicuna from endangered to threatened under the 
Endangered Species Act. The rule will provide for the conservation of 
the species and will stipulate conditions that must be met to allow for 
the importation of commercial specimens of the species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Charles W. Dane, Chief, Office of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 
750 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1708

RIN: 1018-AE04
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1392. EXPORTATION OF MARINE MAMMAL PRODUCTS FOR CULTURAL EXCHANGE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1361 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

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Abstract: This regulatory action concerns a modification to export 
marine mammal products and to Native exemption provisions in the Marine 
Mammal Protection Act. The action will be made to allow for cultural 
exchange of marine mammal products between Natives of Alaska, 
Greenland, Russia and Canada.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Thomas Striegler, Chief, Division of Law Enforcement, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
520 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1949

RIN: 1018-AE33
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1393. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; TEMPORARY APPROVAL OF TUNGSTEN-POLYMER 
SHOT AS NONTOXIC FOR 1998-99 SEASON

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 703 to 711; 16 USC 712; 16 USC 742a to 742j

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to temporarily approve tungsten-polymer 
shot as nontoxic for the 1998-99 migratory bird hunting season. The 
toxicological report, an extensive literature search and analysis, 
suggests that tungsten-polymer is nontoxic under conditions for the 
proposed shot configuration. Analysis of the toxicity study reveals no 
adverse effects over a 30-day period when dosing mallards with 8 BB-
size tungsten-polymer shot.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul R. Schmidt, Chief, Office of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 634 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1838

RIN: 1018-AE35
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1394.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
DETERMINATION OF THREATENED STATUS FOR KOALA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposed to determine threatened status for the 
Australian koala. The eucalyptus forest and woodland ecosystem on which 
this arboreal marsupial depends has been reduced by more than half and 
is continuing to deteriorate. The species also is threatened by habitat 
fragmentation and consequent potential loss of genetic viability, 
disease, and other factors. This proposal incorporates a finding that a 
petition requesting the listing of the koala is warranted. It is 
emphasized that any final rule resulting from this proposal would 
classify the koala or certain populations thereof as endangered or 
could exempt certain populations from any classification.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE43
_______________________________________________________________________




1395.  MIGRATORY BIRD SPECIAL PURPOSE CANADA GOOSE PERMIT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 712

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes, in cooperation with State wildlife 
agencies, to establish a Canada goose wildlife damage management 
program. This program is designed to provide a more cost- effective and 
efficient method for the control of locally- breeding (resident) Canada 
geese that pose a threat to health and human safety and are responsible 
for damage to personal and public property.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Paul R. Schmidt, Chief, Migratory Bird Management 
Office, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 634 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washtington, DC 20240
Phone: 730 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AE46
_______________________________________________________________________




1396.  UPDATE OF ADDRESSES FOR ENDANGERED SPECIES PERMIT 
APPLICATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service amends the regulations for endangered and 
threatened wildlife and plants to update the addresses for submission 
of endangered species permit applications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE49
_______________________________________________________________________




1397.  REVISE AND AMEND HUNTING AND DISTURBANCE REGULATIONS ON 
UNITS OF THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 460K; 16 USC 664; 16 USC 668dd; 16 USC 685; 16 
USC 690d; 16 USC 715i; 16 USC 715s; 16 USC 725; 43 USC 315a; 5 USC 301; 
5 USC 685; 5 USC 752; 5 USC 690d; PL 105-57

[[Page 22096]]

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 25; 50 CFR 27; 50 CFR 32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to revise nontoxic shot provisions for 
hunting upland game on Waterfowl Production Areas and other units of 
the National Wildlife Refuge System (System), and modify certain 
disturbance regulations against plants, animals, and nonwildlife 
property on all units of the System.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rick Coleman, Chief, Division of Refuges, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 670 ARLSQ, 1849 
C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2029

RIN: 1018-AE50
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1398.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
ENDANGERED STATUS FOR OAHU ELEPAIO FROM THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes endangered status pursuant to the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, for the Oahu elepaio. This 
bird is endemic to the Island of Oahu, HI, where it was formerly found 
in all forested areas on the island. It is currently found in greatly 
reduced numbers and range in six isolated populations occurring in mid-
elevation forests in the southern Koolau mountain range and parts of 
the Waianae mountain range. The Oahu elepaio is now thought to occupy 
less than 8 percent of its original, prehistoric range. It may have 
been affected in the past or continue to be threatened by one or more 
of the following: habitat degradation, including habitat fragmentation; 
population fragmentation; predation by introduced alien mammals; 
competition from introduced alien birds, and introduced avian disease. 
The Oahu elepaio is also subject to an increased likelihood of 
extinction from naturally occurring events, including natural 
disasters.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE51
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1399.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED 
STATUS FOR WILAMETTE DAISY, FENDER'S BLUE BUTTERFLY AND THREATENED 
STATUS FOR KINCAID'S LUPINE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes endangered status pursuant to the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, for Willamette daisy and 
Fender's blue butterfly and threatened status for Kincaid's lupine. 
These species are restricted to native prairie in the Willamette Valley 
in Oregon and currently are known from a few small remnants of a 
formerly widespread distribution. In addition to its Oregon 
occurrences, Kincaid's lupine also is known from one small site in 
southern Washington. The 3 taxa are threatened by one or more of the 
following: commercial and/or residential development, agriculture, 
silviculture, road improvement, over-collection, herbicide use, and 
naturally occurring demographic and random environmental events.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE53
_______________________________________________________________________




1400.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED 
STATUS FOR THE PLANT PRAIRIE PENNY CRESS FROM COASTAL NORTHERN 
CALIFORNIA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes endangered status pursuant to the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, for one plant, Kneeland 
prairie pennycress. This plant is known from Kneeland prairie in 
Humboldt County, CA, where it grows in coastal prairie on serpentine 
outcrops. Habitat loss, potential road realignment and proposed airport 
expansion activities imperil the continued existence of this plant. The 
restricted range of this species, limited to a single population, 
increases the risk of extinction from naturally occurring events such 
as fire.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE55
_______________________________________________________________________




1401.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LIST SAN 
BERNARDINO KANGAROO RAT AS ENDANGERED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to make provisions of the emergency rule 
listing

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the San Bernardino kangaroo rat as an endangered species pursuant to 
the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, permanent. The historic 
range of the rat has been reduced by approximately 96 percent due to 
agricultural and urban development. Of the remaining occupied habitat, 
a minimum of 90 percent is threatened by habitat loss, degradation, and 
fragmentation due to sand and gravel mining operations, flood control 
projects and urban development. In addition, all of the remaining 
populations of rat are threatened by seasonal flood events due to 
current restriction of the subspecies to these active flood plain 
habitats.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE59
_______________________________________________________________________




1402.  PUBLIC USE REGULATIONS FOR KODIAK NATIONAL WILDLIFE 
REFUGE, ALASKA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 460(k) et seq; 16 USC 668dd et seq; 16 USC 
3101 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service will propose regulations to implement portions of 
the Public Use Management Plan (PUMP) for the Kodiak National Wildlife 
Refuge. Proposed regulations will include access restrictions and 
specific requirements and limitations related to commercial and 
administrative structures, camping, snow machines, pack animals, tent 
platforms, food containers, and fish cleaning. The PUMP was prepared 
with an environmental assessment and was reviewed in an appropriate 
public involvement process. The final document was released in November 
1993. By implementing the PUMP, compatible public uses will be allowed 
while protecting the refuge resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bob Stevens, Refuges and Wildlife, Department of the 
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 1011 E Tudor Road, 
Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3499

RIN: 1018-AE60
_______________________________________________________________________




1403.  MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; NONTOXIC SHOT; APPROVAL OF TIN 
SHOT AS NONTOXIC FOR WATERFOWL AND COOT SHOOTING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j)

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 20.21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to amend section 20.21(j) and approve 
tin shot as nontoxic for waterfowl and coot hunting. A toxicological 
report that includes an extensive literature review and an analysis of 
tin suggests that these compounds are nontoxic under assumed use and in 
the environment. The toxicity study reveals no adverse effects over a 
30-day period on mallard ducks (Anas platyrhynehus) dosed with 8 bb-
size tin shot pellets.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Paul Schmidt, Chief, Migratory Bird Management Office, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
634 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AE61
_______________________________________________________________________




1404.  EAGLE PERMITS; PERMITS FOR FALCONRY PURPOSES; PERMITS TO 
TAKE GOLDEN EAGLE NESTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 668a

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 22.24; 50 CFR 22.25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to amend the eagle permit regulations 
providing for the taking, possession, and transportation of bald and 
golden eagles. The Service is revising the requirements for falconry 
purposes. The Service is adding additional requirements to allow a 
limited amount of take (relocation or destruction) of inactive bald 
eagle nests in Alaska.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

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: Paul Schmidt, Chief, Migratory Bird Management Office, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
634 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AE62
_______________________________________________________________________




1405.  MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; SPECIFIC PERMIT PROVISIONS; 
IMPORT AND EXPORT PERMITS; BANDING OR MARKING PERMITS; AND SCIENTIFIC 
COLLECTING PERMITS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 712(2)

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to amend the Migratory Bird Permit 
Regulations providing permits for the taking, possession, 
transportation, sale, purchase, importation, exportation, and banding 
or marking of migratory birds.

[[Page 22098]]

The Service is revising the requirements for scientific collecting, 
banding or marking permits and import and export permits.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

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: Paul Schmidt, Chief, Migratory Bird Management Office, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
634 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AE63
_______________________________________________________________________




1406.  MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND 
EXCEPTIONS; GENERAL EXCEPTIONS TO PERMIT REQUIREMENTS; SPECIFIC PERMIT 
PROVISIONS; SPECIAL PURPOSE PERMITS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 712(2)

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to amend the migratory bird permit 
regulations providing permits for the taking, possession, 
transportation, sale, purchase, and barter of migratory birds. The 
Service is revising the requirements for special purpose permits. The 
Service is also revising the general exceptions to permit requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

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: Paul Schmidt, Chief, Migratory Bird Management Office, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
634 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AE64
_______________________________________________________________________




1407.  MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; FEDERAL FALCONRY STANDARDS; 
DETERMINATION THAT VERMONT AND WEST VIRGINIA MEET OR EXCEED FEDERAL 
FALCONRY STANDARDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 712(2)

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to amend the Federal falconry standards 
to add Vermont and West Virginia as falconry states. This approval will 
lift a prohibition for these states to practice falconry. The Service 
is also republishing the entire list of states approved for falconry. 
The Service proposes to administratively correct the regulations 
concerning the procedures for certification of compliance. The present 
procedures do not clearly outline the procedures followed for the 
certification process.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Paul Schmidt, Chief, Migratory Bird Management Office, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
634 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AE65
_______________________________________________________________________




1408.  MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; NONTOXIC SHOT; TEMPORARY APPROVAL 
OF TUNGSTEN-POLYMER AND TUNGSTEN-IRON SHOT AS NONTOXIC FOR WATERFOWL AND 
COOT HUNTING FOR THE 1998-99 SEASON

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742 (a) to 742(j)

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to extend temporary conditional approval 
of tungsten-iron shot and amend section 20.21(j) to temporarily approve 
tungsten-polymer shot as nontoxic for waterfowl and coot hunting for 
the 1998-99 hunting season. Tungsten-iron shot was approved for the 
1997-98 season, and the Service finds extension of this approval is 
necessary while the applicant completes the next stage of testing. The 
toxicological report, literature review, and analysis of tungsten and 
Nylon 6 (the polymer) suggest that these compounds are nontoxic under 
assumed use and in the environment. The toxicity study reveals no 
adverse effects over a 30-day period on mallard ducks (Anas 
platyrhychus) dosed with 8 bb-sized tungsten-polymer shot pellets.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Schmidt, Chief, Migratory Bird Management Office, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
634 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AE66
_______________________________________________________________________




1409.  MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; NONTOXIC SHOT; APPROVAL OF 
MOLYSHOT AS NONTOXIC FOR WATERFOWL AND COOT HUNTING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j)

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to amend section 20.21(j) and approve

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molyshot as nontoxic for waterfowl and coot hunting. A toxicological 
report that includes an extensive literature review and an analysis of 
molyshot components suggests that these compounds are nontoxic under 
assumed use and in the environment. The toxicity study reveals no 
adverse effects over a 30-day period on mallard ducks (Anas 
platyrhynchus) dosed with 8 bb-sized molyshot pellets.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Paul Schmidt, Chief, Office of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 634 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AE67
_______________________________________________________________________




1410.  1998-99 REFUGE-SPECIFIC HUNTING AND FISHING REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 16 USC 460k; 16 USC 664; 16 USC 668dd; 16 
USC 715i

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Refuge hunting and fishing programs are reviewed annually to 
determine whether additional refuges should be added or whether 
individual refuge regulations governing existing programs should be 
modified, deleted, or have additions made to them. Changing 
environmental conditions, State and Federal regulations, and other 
factors affecting wildlife populations and habitat may warrant 
modifications ensuring continued compatibility of hunting and fishing 
with the purposes for which the individual refuges and the National 
Wildlife Refuge System were established.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rick Coleman, Chief, Division of Refuges, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 670 ARLSQ, 1849 
C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2029

RIN: 1018-AE68
_______________________________________________________________________




1411.  SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN 
ALASKA - SUBPARTS C AND D--1999-2000 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH AND 
WILDLIFE REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 3111 to 3126

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would revise the customary and traditional use 
determinations and establish regulations for hunting and trapping 
seasons, harvest limits, methods, and means related to taking of 
wildlife for subsistence uses during the 1999-2000 regulatory year. The 
rulemaking is necessary because subpart D regulations require annual 
public review, and customary and traditional use determinations are 
also open to the same annual regulatory revision process. When final 
this rulemaking will replace hunting and trapping regulations in 
``Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska; 
subparts C and D-- 1998-1999 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Wildlife 
Regulations,'' which expires on June 30, 1999. This is a joint program 
with the Departments of Interior and Agriculture.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard Pospahala, Chief, Office of Subsistence 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 1011 E Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3467

RIN: 1018-AE69
_______________________________________________________________________




1412.  IMPORTATION, EXPORTATION AND TRANSPORTATION OF WILDLIFE 
CONCERNING INTERNATIONAL MAIL, PET BIRDS, BORDER PORTS, SHELLFISH AND 
FISHERY PRODUCTS EXEMPTION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes this regulatory action that will make 
changes to part 14, Importation, Exportation and Transportation of 
Wildlife concerning international mail, pet birds, border ports and 
shellfish and fishery products exemption. Changes will involve 
requiring a declaration of commercial mail wildlife shipments, 
requiring Wild Bird Conservation Act permitted shipments to go through 
a designated port, clarifying use of border ports, and clarifying 
current exemptions for shellfish and fishery products.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

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: Kevin R. Adams, Chief, Division of Law Enforcement, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
520 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1949

RIN: 1018-AE70
_______________________________________________________________________




1413.  IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 1994 AMENDMENTS TO THE MARINE 
MAMMALS PROTECTION ACT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1361 to 1374

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 104 of the Marine Mammal Protection Act authorizes 
the Director of the Service, acting on behalf of the Secretary of the 
Interior, to issue permits for activities otherwise prohibited by the 
Act. Per the 1994

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amendments to the Act, regulations will be developed for issuance of 
general authorizations and permits.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Margaret Tieger, Chief, Branch of Permits, Office of 
Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish 
and Wildlife Service, 700 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2104

RIN: 1018-AE72
_______________________________________________________________________




1414.  RECLASSIFICATION OF THE NAMIBIAN POPULATION OF CHEETAH 
FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1361; 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-
625

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17.11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to reclassify the cheetah in Namibia 
from endangered to threatened based on a review of the population 
status and management, including protected status, of the species 
within that country. Namibia has one of the largest populations of the 
cheetahs within the species' extensive range (much of Africa and Iran).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Susan Lieberman, Acting Chief, Office of Scientific 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 750 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1708

RIN: 1018-AE73
_______________________________________________________________________




1415.  MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; REDUCTION OF THE MID-CONTINENT 
LESSER SNOW GOOSE POPULATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 601; 44 USC 3507d; 16 USC 703 to 711; 5 USC 
553(d)(3); 2 USC 1502; 5 USC 8

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service plans on publishing a notice of intent followed 
by a proposed rule pertaining to an Environmental Assessment to review 
aspects of migratory bird hunting regulations and evaluate alternatives 
to reduce the over-abundant mid-continent lesser snow goose population 
by 50 percent by 2005.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Paul R. Schmidt, Chief, Migratory Bird Management 
Office, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 634 ARLSQ, 1840 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AE74
_______________________________________________________________________




1416.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RULE TO LIST CAMATTA CANYON AMOLE AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list Camatta Canyon amole 
(Chlorogalum purpureum var. reductum) as endangered or threatened. This 
species is known from San Luis Obispo County, CA. Threats include CRV 
activity, cattle grazing, and predation by rodents.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE76
_______________________________________________________________________




1417.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LIST 
LAGRACIOSA THISTLE AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service plans to list as endangered or threatened 
LaGraciosa thistle (Cirsium loncholepis). This species is known from 
San Luis Obispo County and Santa Barbara, CA. Threats include 
urbanization, herbicides, groundwater pumping and ORV use.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE77
_______________________________________________________________________




1418.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RULE TO LIST LOMPOC YERBA SANTA AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list Lompoc yerba santa (Eriodictyon 
capitatum) as endangered or threatened. This species is known from 
Santa

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Barbara County, CA. Threats include increased development of facilities 
for military activities and private commercial development, grazing by 
feral pigs and fruit parasitism.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE78
_______________________________________________________________________




1419.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES; PROPOSED RULE TO LIST 
AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED GAVIOTA TARPLANT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened 
Gaviota tarplant (Hemizonia increscens ssp. villosa). This species is 
known from CA. Threats include construction of oil and gas facilities 
and pipelines.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE79
_______________________________________________________________________




1420.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RULE TO LIST SANTA CRUZ TARPLANT AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened 
Santa Cruz tarplant (Holocarpha macradenia). This species is known from 
CA. Threats include development and invasion of nonnative species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE80
_______________________________________________________________________




1421.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RULE TO LIST AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED NIPOMA MESA LUPINE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened 
Nipomo Mesa lupine (Lupinus nipomensis). This species is known from San 
Luis Obispo, CA. Threats include habitat modification, hazardous waste 
clean-up and off-road vehicle impacts.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE81
_______________________________________________________________________




1422.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RULE TO LIST AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED YREKA PHLOX

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened 
Yreka phlox (Phlox hirsuta). This species is known from Siskiyou 
County, northern CA. Threats include development and road maintenance 
activities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE82
_______________________________________________________________________




1423.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RULE TO LIST AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED COWHEAD LAKE TUI CHUB

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened 
Cowhead Lake tui chub (Gila bicolor vaccaceps). This species is known 
from Moduc County, CA. Threats include diversion of water, reduction of 
riparian vegetation, and predation from snakes and birds and 
pesticides.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species,

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Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE85
_______________________________________________________________________




1424.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RULE TO LIST AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED PUZZLE SUNFLOWER

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list Puzzle sunflower (Helianthus 
paradoxus) as endangered or threatened. This species is known from TX 
and NM. Threats include falling water tables and depleted springs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE88
_______________________________________________________________________




1425.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES; PROPOSED RULE TO LIST 
AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED BLUMER'S DOCK

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened 
Blumer's dock (Rumex orthoneurus). This species is known from Gila and 
Cochise Counties, AZ. Threats include habitat modification and 
destruction caused by mining, cattle grazing, recreation, and road 
construction.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE89
_______________________________________________________________________




1426.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RULE TO DELIST THROUGHOUT ITS RANGE AND REMOVE THE SIMILARITY OF 
APPEARANCE PROVISION FOR THE AMERICAN PEREGRINE FALCON

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to delist the American peregrine falcon 
(Falco peregrinus anatum) throughout its range and remove the 
similarity of appearance provision. This species nests from central 
Alaska across north-central Canada to central Mexico, winters in South 
America.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Division of Endangered Species, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW.
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE90
_______________________________________________________________________




1427.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSAL 
TO LIST AS ENDANGERED IN THE UNITED STATES THE SHORT-TAILED ALBATROSS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered in the United 
States the short-tailed albatross. Due to an oversight when the foreign 
and native species lists of the 1969 Endangered Species Conservation 
Act were merged, the U.S. population of this species was not listed. 
This proposed listing, if made final, would extend endangered status 
throughout the species' range. The species nests on certain Japanese 
islands but ranges into U.S. coastal waters.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE91
_______________________________________________________________________




1428.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
ESTABLISHMENT OF NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION STATUS FOR 16 
FRESHWATER MUSSELS AND 1 FRESHWATER SNAIL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to establish nonessential experimental 
population (NEP) status for 16 freshwater mussels and 1 freshwater 
snail in the free-flowing reach of the Tennessee River below Wilson 
Dam, Colbert and Lauderdale Counties, Alabama. None of these species 
are currently known to exist in this river reach or its tributaries. 
Thus, to ensure that any reintroduced species that may move into the 
tributaries are covered by these NEP designations, we also propose that 
the geographic boundaries of the NEPs include the lower 5 (8km) of all 
tributaries that enter the Wilson Dam tailwater.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE92
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1429. EAGLE PERMITS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 668

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 22

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Presently, the taking, possession, and transportation of bald 
or golden eagles, or their parts, nests, or eggs for the religious use 
of Native Americans is a permitted activity. The Service proposes to 
revise 50 CFR 22.22 to provide an import or export mechanism for eagle 
feathers legally possessed by Native Americans.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/16/94                    59 FR 30892
NPRM Comment Period End         08/15/94
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Thomas L. Striegler, Deputy Chief, Division of Law 
Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, MS-500 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1949

RIN: 1018-AB81
_______________________________________________________________________




1430. EXPORT OF AMERICAN GINSENG HARVESTED IN 1994-1996

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory.

Abstract: This proposed rule will announce findings on the export of 
American ginseng from the 1994-96 harvest season in 21 States. The 
Service reviews information and data as a basis for determining whether 
to continue approval of export from specified States for this harvest 
season, or to initiate changes. Also, North Dakota has applied to 
export cultivated ginseng under a State program, and Michigan has 
submitted draft legislation and is intending to apply soon to export 
ginseng. Acceptance of information provided by State ginseng management 
programs allows the Service to expedite the issuance of permits as 
required by the CITES treaty.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/26/94                    59 FR 49046
NPRM Comment Period End         10/26/94
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Marshall Jones, Assistant Director, International 
Affairs, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-6393

RIN: 1018-AC55
_______________________________________________________________________




1431. GENERAL PROVISIONS AND GENERAL PERMIT PROCEDURES

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:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 10; 50 CFR 13; 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to amend 50 CFR part 13 which provides 
uniform permit procedures relating to the application, issuance, 
renewal, suspension, revocation, and general administration of Service 
permits. The Service's criteria for suspension and revocation of 
permits and its review procedures will also be revised. Permit fee 
rates are amended to increase rates for the cost of processing certain 
permits. This change is necessary in order to recover a larger 
percentage of the cost of processing the permits. Several new permit 
fee exemptions will be added.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/05/95                    60 FR 46087
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    11/15/95                    60 FR 57386
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Thomas L. Striegler, Deputy Chief, Division of Law 
Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, MS-500 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1949

RIN: 1018-AC57
_______________________________________________________________________




1432. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA; 
SUBPARTS C&D--1998-99 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH AND WILDLIFE 
REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 3111 to 3126

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would revise the customary and traditional use 
determinations and establish regulations for hunting and trapping 
seasons, harvest limits, methods, and means related to taking of 
wildlife for subsistence uses during the 1998-1999 regulatory year. The 
rulemaking is necessary because subpart D regulations require annual 
public review, and the customary and traditional use determinations 
also are open to the

[[Page 22104]]

same annual regulatory revision process. When final, this rulemaking 
will replace hunting and trapping regulations in ``Subsistence 
Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subparts C and D-- 
1997-1998 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Wildlife Regulations,'' which 
expire on June 30, 1998. This is a joint program with the Departments 
of Interior and Agriculture.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/25/97                    62 FR 39987
NPRM Comment Period End         10/24/97
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard Pospahala, Chief, Office of Subsistence 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 1011 E Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3467

RIN: 1018-AE12
_______________________________________________________________________




1433. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CITES ACTION CONCERNING CHANGES TO APPENDICES TO 
LISTED SPECIES; SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING RESERVATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service will announce decisions by the Conference of the 
Parties to CITES held in Harare, Zimbabwe, June 9-20, 1997, and request 
comments on possible reservations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/22/97                    62 FR 44627
NPRM Comment Period End         09/12/97
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Charles W. Dane, Chief, Office of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 
750 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1708

RIN: 1018-AE16
_______________________________________________________________________




1434. REGULATIONS FOR ADMINISTRATIVE AND VISITOR FACILITY SITES ON 
NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 16 USC 460k; 16 USC 668dd; 16 USC 742a; 16 
USC 3101; 44 USC 3501

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes this amendment to current regulations in 
order to provide the Service with the proper authority to enforce 
regulations concerning public safety, protection of government 
property, and applicable State of Alaska fish and wildlife regulations 
on administrative and visitor facility sites which commonly are located 
outside the approved boundaries of national wildlife refuges.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/27/97                    62 FR 34681
NPRM Comment Period End         08/26/97
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rick Coleman, Chief, Division of Refuges, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 670 ARLSQ, 1849 
C Streets NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2029

RIN: 1018-AE21
_______________________________________________________________________




1435.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LIST 3 
AQUATIC SNAILS AS ENDANGERED; 3 AQUATIC SNAILS AS THREATENED IN MOBILE 
RIVER BASIN, ALABAMA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to list cylindrical lioplax, flat 
pebblesnail and plicate rocksnail as endangered; painted rocksnail, 
round rocksnail and lacy elimia as threatened species under the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. These aquatic snails are 
found in localized portions of the Black Warrior, Cahaba, Alabama and 
Coosa Rivers or their tributaries in Alabama. Impoundment and water 
quality degradation have eliminated the 6 snails from 90 percent or 
more of their historic habitat. Surviving populations are currently 
threatened by pollutants such as sediments and nutrients that wash into 
streams from the land surface.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/17/97                    62 FR 54020
NPRM Comment Period End         12/16/97
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE36
_______________________________________________________________________




1436.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; THREATENED 
STATUS FOR VIRGINIA SNEEZEWEED; A PLANT FROM THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY OF 
VIRGINIA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to list Virginia Sneezeweed (Helenium 
Virginicum) as a threatened species, under the authority of the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. This rare plant is 
restricted to seasonally inundated sinkhole ponds and meadows in 
Augusta and Rockingham counties, Virginia. Five of the 25 known extant 
populations are on U.S. Forest Service land, the others are on private 
land. This perennial plant is threatened by residential development, 
incompatible agricultural practices, filling and ditching of its 
wetland habitat and other disruptions of its habitat and the hydrology 
that maintains it. At several sites, ditches

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have been constructed to reduce the length of time that standing water 
is present. This has caused the species at one of the sites to be 
reduced to near extinction. Virginia Sneezeweed is presently listed as 
endangered by the State of Virginia.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/29/97                    62 FR 50896
NPRM Comment Period End         11/28/97
Final Action                    09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE37
_______________________________________________________________________




1437.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSAL 
TO LIST ST. ANDREW BEACH MOUSE AS ENDANGERED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes endangered status for the St. Andrews 
beach mouse pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. 
This subspecies is restricted to coastal sand dunes and had an historic 
distribution that included the northeast FL panhandle from Gulf County 
into portions of Bay County. Its current range is limited to a portion 
of the St. Joseph Peninsula in Gulf County within St. Joseph Peninsula 
and William J. Rish State Parks and some private lands. Habitat impacts 
causing loss of mice and the species' local capability to recover from 
such impacts are primarily responsible for the range curtailment. 
Threats to beach mouse habitat include severe storms, coastal land 
development and its associated activities, and non-storm related 
natural shoreline erosion. Additional threats include predation by 
free-ranging domestic cats and displacement by house mice. This species 
is State-listed as endangered.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/17/97                    62 FR 54028
NPRM Comment Period End         12/16/97
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE41
_______________________________________________________________________




1438.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LIST 
TOPEKA SHINER AS ENDANGERED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to list the Topeka shiner as an 
endangered species under the authority of the Endangered Species Act of 
1973, as amended. The Topeka shiner is a small fish, presently known 
from small tributary streams in the Kansas and Neosho River Basins in 
Kansas; the Missouri, Grand, Loamine, Chariton, and Des Moines River 
Basins in Missouri; the North Racoon River Basin in Iowa; the James and 
Vermillion River watersheds in S. Dakota; and the Rock River watershed 
in Minnesota. More than 95 percent of the remaining populations of the 
Topeka shiner occur on private lands with the remaining populations on 
State and Federal lands belonging to the States of Kansas and Missouri 
and the National Park Service. The Topeka shiner is threatened by 
habitat destruction, degradation, modification, and fragmentation 
resulting from siltation, reduced water quality, tributary impoundment, 
stream channelization, and stream dewatering. The species is also 
impacted by introduced predatious fishes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/24/97                    62 FR 55381
NPRM Comment Period End         12/23/97
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE42
_______________________________________________________________________




1439.  MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; PROPOSED 1997-98 MIGRATORY GAME 
BIRD HUNTING REGULATIONS (PRELIMINARY) WITH REQUESTS FOR INDIAN TRIBAL 
PROPOSALS

Priority:  Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j)

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to establish annual hunting regulations 
for certain migratory game birds. The Service also requests proposals 
from Indian tribes that wish to establish special migratory bird 
hunting regulations. The establishment of these regulations will permit 
the taking of the designated species during the 1997-98 hunting season. 
The Service annually prescribes outside limits within which States may 
select hunting seasons. The Service has also employed guidelines to 
establish special migratory bird hunting regulations on Federal Indian 
reservations and ceded lands. These seasons provide hunting 
opportunities for recreation and subsistence; aid Federal, State and 
tribal governments in the management of migratory game birds; and are 
designed to permit harvests at levels compatible with migratory bird 
population status and habitat conditions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/20/98                    63 FR 13748
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Paul R. Schmidt, Chief, Migratory Bird Management 
Office, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 634 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240

[[Page 22106]]

Phone: 703 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AE93
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions


United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)



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1440. CAPTIVE-BRED WILDLIFE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Fish and Wildlife Service regulates certain activities 
involving non-native endangered or threatened wildlife species that are 
born in captivity in the United States. Currently, this is accomplished 
by requiring persons who wish to conduct otherwise prohibited 
activities with such wildlife to register with the Service to obtain a 
captive-bred wildlife or CBW registration. These regulations will be 
reviewed to determine if further action is necessary to relieve certain 
restrictions on the public that may have become burdensome, 
counterproductive, or outmoded.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/07/92                      57 FR 548
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/09/92
NPRM                            06/11/93                    58 FR 32632
NPRM Comment Period End         09/09/93
Interim Final Rule              12/27/93                    58 FR 68323
Final Action                    00/00/00
Captive-bred wildlife regulations, part 2  NPRM 12/27/93 (58 FR 68323)

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: On June 11, 1993, the Service published a 
proposed rule that would revise the captive-bred wildlife regulations 
and the definitions of the terms ``harass'' and ``enhance the 
propagation or survival.'' During the 90-day comment period, extensive 
comments on the proposal were received. The Service has decided to 
eliminate education as the sole basis for justifying issuance of a 
captive-bred wildlife registration, and a final rule to that effect was 
published on December 27, 1993 (58 FR 68323). The Service will split 
this action into three final rules and reopen the comment period on the 
balance of the issues in the proposals, including the question of the 
value of education as it relates to endangered species permits.

Agency Contact: Kenneth Stansell, Chief, Office of Management 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-420 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2093

RIN: 1018-AB10
_______________________________________________________________________




1441. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed which would list, reclassify, 
or delist, as appropriate, certain species of fish, wildlife, and 
plants under the Endangered Species Act, and where prudent, would 
identify critical habitat for endangered and threatened species. Such 
actions are taken upon determination that species are endangered, 
threatened, or neither, and are based solely on the biological 
information available to the Department.

Timetable:

Addax antelope  NPRM 11/05/91 (56 FR 56491)  Final Action 00/00/00

Dama gazelle  NPRM 11/05/91 (56 FR 56491)  Final Action 00/00/00

Ohio emerald dragonfly  Final Action 01/26/95 (60 FR 5267)

Oryx antelope  NPRM 11/05/91 (56 FR 56491)  NPRM Comment Period 
Reopened 06/08/92 (57 FR 24220)  Final Action 00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AB66
_______________________________________________________________________




1442. LIST OF MIGRATORY BIRDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 704; 16 USC 712

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 10.13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The List of Migratory Birds found at 50 CFR 10.13 is being 
revised to (1) bring the list into conformity with generally accepted 
taxonomy and nomenclature--English (common) and scientific names, as 
reflected in four published supplements to the 6th (1983) edition of 
the American Ornithologists' Union Checklist of North American Birds; 
and (2) add species that are of regular occurrence in the United States 
that are not included on the current list.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/09/95                    60 FR 24686
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul R. Schmidt, Chief, Office of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-634 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-1714

RIN: 1018-AB72
_______________________________________________________________________




1443. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

[[Page 22107]]

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed which would list, reclassify, 
or delist, as appropriate, certain species of fish, wildlife, and 
plants under the Endangered Species Act, and where prudent, would 
identify critical habitat for endangered and threatened species. Such 
actions are taken upon determination that species are endangered, 
threatened, or neither, and are based solely on the biological 
information available to the Department.

Timetable:

Appalachian elktoe  NPRM 09/03/93 (58 FR 46940)  Final Action 11/23/94 
(59 FR 60324)

Arroyo southwestern toad  NPRM 08/03/93 (58 FR 41378)  NPRM Comment 
Period Reopened 09/09/93 (58 FR 47428)  Final Action 12/16/94 (59 FR 
64859)

Dugong  NPRM 08/05/93 (58 FR 41688)  Withdrawn 08/26/96

Louisiana black bear, critical habitat  NPRM 12/03/93 (58 FR 
63560)  NPRM Comment Period Reopened 03/07/94 (59 FR 10607)  Final 
Action 00/00/00

McFarlane's four-o'clock  NPRM 08/26/93 (58 FR 45085)  Final Action 03/
15/96 (61 FR 10693)

Pahrump poolfish  Final Action 08/05/93 (58 FR 41688)  NPRM 09/22/93 
(58 FR 49279)

Southwestern willow flycatcher, critical habitat  Final Action 07/22/97 
(62 FR 39129)

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AB97
_______________________________________________________________________




1444. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: SAN XAVIER 
TALUSSNAIL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed which would list, reclassify, 
or delist, as appropriate, the San Xavier talussnail under the 
Endangered Species Act. Where prudent, critical habitat will be 
identified for the endangered or threatened species. Such actions are 
taken only upon determination that the species is endangered, 
threatened, or neither, and are based solely on the biological 
information available to the Department.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/23/94                    59 FR 13691
NPRM Comment Period End         05/23/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC13
_______________________________________________________________________




1445. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF 
THE LOCH LOMOND COYOTE THISTLE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed which will list, reclassify, or 
delist, as appropriate, the Loch Lomond coyote thistle under the 
Endangered Species Act. Where prudent, critical habitat will be 
identified for the species. Such actions are taken upon determination 
that the species is endangered, threatened, or neither, and are based 
solely on the biological information available to the Department.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/29/93                    58 FR 62629
NPRM Comment Period End         01/28/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC14
_______________________________________________________________________




1446. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: PARISH'S ALKALI 
GRASS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will list, reclassify, or 
delist, as appropriate, Parish's alkali grass, under the Endangered 
Species Act. Where prudent, critical habitat will be identified for the 
species. Such actions are taken upon determination that species are 
endangered, threatened, or neither, and are based solely on the 
biological information available to the Department.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/28/94                    59 FR 14378
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/94
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/30/94                    59 FR 44700
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240

[[Page 22108]]

Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC21
_______________________________________________________________________




1447. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES: SACRAMENTO SPLITTAIL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will list, reclassify, or 
delist, as appropriate, the Sacramento splittail under the Endangered 
Species Act. Where prudent, critical habitat will be identified for the 
species. Such actions are taken upon determination that species are 
endangered, threatened, or neither, and are based solely on the 
biological information available to the Department.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/06/94                      59 FR 862


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC26
_______________________________________________________________________




1448. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: INTERCROSS PROGENY 
POLICY AND DEFINITIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine 
Fisheries Service propose to amend the regulations implementing the 
Endangered Species Act by adding definitions for intercross and 
intercross progeny (to include hybrids). Also, 50 CFR 17.11(g) and 
17.12(g) will be amended by adding wording to indicate that the listing 
of a taxon as endangered or threatened would include all individuals 
that share characteristic traits of that taxon, including individuals 
produced under conditions of confinement. The amendments are necessary 
in order to proceed with the evaluation and implementation of 
intercrossing as a recovery technique for the Florida panther.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/07/96                     61 FR 4710
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC54
_______________________________________________________________________




1449. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: ARKANSAS RIVER 
SHINER

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will determine the 
appropriate status for the Arkansas River population of the Arkansas 
River shiner. This small minnow is endemic to the Arkansas River 
drainage in Arkansas, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas, but is 
presently almost entirely restricted to the Canadian/South Canadian 
River in Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/03/94                    59 FR 39532
NPRM Comment Period End         10/03/94
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    12/05/97                    62 FR 64337


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC62
_______________________________________________________________________




1450. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: TROPICAL BIRDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will determine the 
appropriate status for up to 38 species of tropical birds.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Charlie Dane, Chief, Office of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 
750 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1708

RIN: 1018-AC77
_______________________________________________________________________




1451. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: FOUR SOUTHWESTERN 
CALIFORNIA PLANTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed to determine the appropriate

[[Page 22109]]

status for four plants found in southwestern California and 
northwestern Baja California, Mexico. These species are: Munz's onion, 
San Jacinto Valley crownscale, Thread-leaved brodiaea, and Spreading 
navarretia. These four plants occur in vernal pools and other wetlands 
or on clay soils and moist grasslands throughout their range. Critical 
habitat will be proposed only for the San Jacinto Valley crownscale, at 
this time.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/15/94                    59 FR 64794
NPRM Comment Period End         02/13/95
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    03/07/95                    60 FR 12531


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC88
_______________________________________________________________________




1452. SEIZURE AND FORFEITURE PROCEDURES

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:  16 USC 4222 to 4241; 16 USC 4901 to 4916; 18 USC 42

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to amend regulations in 50 CFR part 12 
that establish procedures relating to property seized or subject to 
administrative forfeiture under various laws enforced by the Service. 
This revision is intended to provide uniform guidance for the bonded 
release, appraisement, administrative proceeding, petition for 
remission, and disposal of items subject to forfeiture. Also these 
revisions are intended to provide for greater consistency of Service 
seizure and forfeiture procedures with those of the U.S. Customs 
Service.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/27/95                    60 FR 58468
Interim Final Rule              00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Thomas L. Striegler, Deputy Chief, Division of Law 
Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, MS-500 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1949

RIN: 1018-AC89
_______________________________________________________________________




1453. CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR THE LOST RIVER AND SHORTNOSE 
SUCKERS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will identify critical 
habitat for the Lost River and Shortnose suckers, two species federally 
listed as endangered. Both species are endemic to the Upper Klamath 
River Basin of Oregon and California.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/94                    59 FR 61744
NPRM Comment Period End         01/30/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC90
_______________________________________________________________________




1454. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: LEAST CHUB

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend that rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will determine the 
appropriate status for the Least chub under the Endangered Species Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/29/95                    60 FR 50518
NPRM Comment Period End         11/28/95
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    06/07/96                    61 FR 29047
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC91
_______________________________________________________________________




1455. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: TEN PLANTS FROM THE 
CALIFORNIA SIERRA NEVADA MOUNTAINS FOOTHILLS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will determine appropriate 
status for 10 plants: Chinese Camp brodiaea, Piute Mountains 
navarretia, Carpenteria, Springville clarkia, Kelso Creek monkeyflower, 
Red Hills vervain, Rawhide Hill onion, Mariposa lupine,

[[Page 22110]]

Mariposa pussypaws, and Greenhorn adobe lily, under the Endangered 
Species Act. Critical habitat is not being proposed at this time.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/04/94                    59 FR 50540
NPRM Comment Period End         12/05/94
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    12/29/94                    59 FR 67268
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    02/14/95                     60 FR 8342
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    02/04/97                     62 FR 5199
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    06/30/97                    62 FR 35116


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC99
_______________________________________________________________________




1456. REVISION OF MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING REGULATIONS, 50 CFR PART 20

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:  16 USC 703 to 711; 16 USC 712; 16 USC 742a to 742d; 
16 USC 742e to 742j

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to revise and update regulations 
governing migratory bird hunting. Changes will be proposed that will 
clarify and include all the specific prohibitions in part 20 to apply 
to migratory game hunting during closed and open hunting seasons.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: John J. Doggett, Chief, Division of Law Enforcement, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
MS-500 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1949

RIN: 1018-AD01
_______________________________________________________________________




1457. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: CALIFORNIA PLANTS 
AND THE BLACK LEGLESS LIZARD

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will determine the 
appropriate status for five plants--Coastal dunes milk-vetch, Yadon's 
piperia, Hickman's potentilla, Monterey clovers, Gowen cypress, and the 
Black legless lizard--under the Endangered Species Act. Critical 
habitat is not being proposed at this time.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/02/95                    60 FR 39326
NPRM Comment Period End         09/25/95
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    04/02/97                    62 FR 15646


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD09
_______________________________________________________________________




1458. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: CRITICAL HABITAT 
DESIGNATION FOR THE WESTERN SNOWY PLOVER

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Judicial, June 1, 1995.

Abstract: The Service proposes to designate critical habitat for the 
Pacific coast population of the Western snowy plover. The plover was 
listed as a threatened species on March 5, 1993. Critical habitat for 
the plover is proposed in coastal areas of Washington, Oregon, and 
California.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/02/95                    60 FR 11768
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    05/15/95                    60 FR 25882


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD10
_______________________________________________________________________




1459. MARINE MAMMAL PROTECTION ACT; UNINTENTIONAL TAKE OF MARINE MAMMALS 
BY HARASSMENT ONLY IN ACTIVITIES OTHER THAN COMMERCIAL FISHING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1361 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Marine Mammal Protection Act, as amended in April 1994, 
authorizes the Secretary to allow U.S. citizens to incidentally, 
unintentionally take small numbers of marine mammals by harassment only 
for periods up to 1 year during specified activities other than 
commercial fishing. This regulatory action would implement this 
statutory provision.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Robert Peoples, Acting Chief, Division of Fish and 
Wildlife Management Assistance, Department of the Interior, United

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States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS-840 Arlington Square, 1849 C 
Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1718

RIN: 1018-AD18
_______________________________________________________________________




1460. MARINE MAMMAL PROTECTION ACT; MEASURES TO SAFELY DETER MARINE 
MAMMALS, INCLUDING THREATENED AND ENDANGERED MARINE MAMMALS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1361 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Marine Mammal Act as amended in April 1994, requires the 
Service to develop a list of guidelines to safely deter marine mammals 
for which the Service has statutory management responsibility, 
including threatened and endangered species. Such measures of 
deterrence are for use in protecting: (1) fishing gear or catch; (2) 
private property; (3) personal human safety; or (4) public property. 
This regulatory action would implement these statutory provisions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Robert Peoples, Acting Chief, Division of Fish and 
Wildlife Management Assistance, Department of the Interior, United 
States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS-840 Arlington Square, 1849 C 
Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1718

RIN: 1018-AD19
_______________________________________________________________________




1461. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; SPECIAL RULE FOR 
THE NORTHERN SPOTTED OWL

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service will propose a section 4(d) rule for the northern 
spotted owl under the Endangered Species Act that will define the 
conditions under which incidental take of the species through habitat 
modification would not be a violation of section 9 of the Act. An 
environmental impact statement is also being prepared, and will be 
available for review concurrent with the proposed rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/17/95                     60 FR 9484
NPRM Comment Period End         05/18/95
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    05/18/95                    60 FR 26712
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    07/17/95                    60 FR 36382
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    09/25/95                    60 FR 49358
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    11/27/95                    60 FR 58323
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    01/31/96                     61 FR 3369
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    02/23/96                     61 FR 6964
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    04/08/96                    61 FR 15452
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    05/10/96                    61 FR 21426
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    06/17/96                    61 FR 30588
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD20
_______________________________________________________________________




1462. TAXONOMIC CHANGE FROM SUBSPECIES TO VERTEBRATE POPULATION SEGMENT 
FOR THE VIRGIN RIVER CHUB

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Recent taxonomic work concluded that specific rank is 
warranted for the Virgin River chub, a federally listed endangered 
species found in the Virgin River system of Arizona, Nevada, and Utah. 
Additionally, researchers concluded that the chub in the Muddy River of 
Nevada is conspecific with the Virgin River chub. Previously this 
distinctive population of the Virgin River chub, a category 2 candidate 
for Federal listing, was considered a separate, unnamed subspecies of 
roundtail chub, and was referred to as the Moapa roundtail chub. 
Because of this recent taxonomic work, the Service accepts that 
specific rank is warranted for the Virgin River chub and proposes to 
change the listing of the Virgin River chub in the Virgin River from a 
subspecies to a vertebrate population segment in the List of Endangered 
and Threatened Wildlife. In addition, the Service initiates a status 
review of the Virgin River chub in the Muddy River to determine whether 
this vertebrate population warrants listing as a threatened or 
endangered species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/24/95                    60 FR 37866
NPRM Comment Period End         09/22/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD22
_______________________________________________________________________




1463. CRITICAL HABITAT PROPOSAL FOR VIRGIN RIVER FISHES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service proposes to designate critical habitat for the 
Virgin River Chub, the Woundfin, and Virgin spinedace. The Virgin River 
chub and Woundfin are listed as endangered; the Virgin spinedace has 
been proposed for listing as threatened (May 18, 1994), but the listing 
has not been finalized as yet.

[[Page 22112]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/05/95                    60 FR 17296
NPRM Comment Period End         06/05/95
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: This rulemaking was inadvertently published as 
RIN 1018-AD22. The final rule will be published with the correct RIN 
1018-AD23. The rulemaking action(s) listed under this RIN has (have) 
been temporarily suspended due to legislative restriction on 
publication of final listing and critical habitat determinations.

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD23
_______________________________________________________________________




1464. SEVEN PLANTS FROM THE MOUNTAINS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service will develop regulations that will determine the 
appropriate status for seven plants from the mountains of southern 
California: San Bernardino bluegrass, California dandelion, Johnson's 
rock-cress, Bear Valley sandwort, Ash-grey Indian paintbrush, Southern 
mountain wild buckwheat, and Hidden Lake bluecurls.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/02/95                    60 FR 39337


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD34
_______________________________________________________________________




1465. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: PALLID MANZANITA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will determine the 
appropriate status for the Pallid manzanita. This plant species is 
found only in dry chaparral habitat within or near the northern Diablo 
Range of California in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. The species 
is threatened by shading and competition from native and non-native 
plants, fire suppression, habitat regulatory mechanisms, and stochastic 
events by virtue of the small isolated nature of the remaining 
populations. All occurrences of this species are located on State, 
county, and private lands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/02/95                    60 FR 39309
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    02/25/97                     62 FR 8417
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    05/05/97                    62 FR 24388


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD35
_______________________________________________________________________




1466. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: FOUR SOUTHWESTERN 
CALIFORNIA PLANTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will determine the 
appropriate status for four California plants: San Diego thornmint, 
Laguna Beach liveforever, Otay tarweed, and Willowy monardella. These 
species are found in San Diego County and northern Baja, California. 
Critical habitat is not being proposed at this time.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/09/95                    60 FR 40549


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD38
_______________________________________________________________________




1467. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: FOUR PLANTS FROM 
INTERIOR CHAPARRAL OF SOUTHWESTERN CALIFORNIA AND NORTHWESTERN BAJA 
CALIFORNIA, MEXICO

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: Regulations will be developed that will determine the 
appropriate status for four plants:

[[Page 22113]]

Nevin's barberry, Mexican flannelbush, Vail Lake ceanothus, and Dehesa 
beargrass. These perennial shrubs and plants are found in chaparral 
habitat west of the Peninsular Ranges in southwestern California and 
northwestern Baja California, Mexico. Critical habitat is not being 
proposed at this time.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/02/95                    60 FR 51445


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD60
_______________________________________________________________________




1468. EXPORT OF RIVER OTTERS TAKEN IN MISSOURI IN 1996-97 AND SUBSEQUENT 
SEASONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species 
of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) regulates international trade in 
certain animal and plant species. Exports of animals and plants listed 
on appendix II of CITES require an export permit from the country of 
origin. The purpose of this rulemaking is to announce findings by the 
Scientific and Management Authorities of the United States on the 
proposed export of river otters harvested in the State of Missouri, and 
to add Missouri to the list of States and Indian Nations for which the 
export of river otters is approved. The Service intends to apply these 
findings to harvests in Missouri during the 1996-97 season and 
subsequent seasons, subject to the conditions applying to approved 
States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/02/96                    61 FR 14543
NPRM Comment Period End         06/03/96
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Marshall Jones, Assistant Director, International 
Affairs, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-6393

RIN: 1018-AD63
_______________________________________________________________________




1469. EXPORT OF APPENDIX I SPECIMENS THAT WERE BRED FOR COMMERCIAL 
PURPOSES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulations need to be updated to clarify the process of 
obtaining export permits for appendix I specimens that are bred for 
commercial purposes, including the procedure for becoming registered 
with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species 
(CITES) Secretariat.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Margaret Tieger, Chief, Branch of Permits, Office of 
Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish 
and Wildlife Service, MS-420 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2104
Fax: 703 358-2281

RIN: 1018-AD64
_______________________________________________________________________




1470. CONSOLIDATION OF LISTS OF WILDLIFE OF FEDERAL CONCERN

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:  16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 703; 16 USC 1361; 16 USC 
4901; 18 USC 42; 16 USC 3371

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to consolidate into part 10 lists of 
plants and wildlife currently contained in various parts of subchapter 
B (parts 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, and 23).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/19/96                    61 FR 11180
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/03/96


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marshall Jones, Assistant Director, International 
Affairs, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-6393

RIN: 1018-AD66
_______________________________________________________________________




1471. RECLASSIFICATION OF YACARE CAIMAN FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED 
WITH SPECIAL RULE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service will develop regulations to declassify 
populations of the Yacare caiman in South America. Also included in 
this rulemaking is a special rule to allow commercial trade in skins, 
other parts, and products of Yacare caimans from South America. The 
combination of actions proposed will have the effect of stimulated 
legal and responsible trade in Yacare caiman hides and, in this 
respect, constitutes removal of a barrier to trade.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Charles W. Dane, Chief, Office of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
MS-750 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1708

RIN: 1018-AD67

[[Page 22114]]

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1472. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING: REGULATIONS REGARDING PROHIBITION AGAINST 
ARTIFICIALLY ALTERING/MANIPULATING NATURAL VEGETATION IN MOIST AREAS TO 
ATTRACT WATERFOWL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 703 et seq; 16 USC 712; 16 USC 742

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action notifies the public and invites comments 
regarding promulgation of a separate rulemaking that will govern the 
manner in which or if at all natural vegetation in moist soil areas may 
be altered or manipulated artificially to attract waterfowl for hunting 
purposes. Previously, the subject regulations had been part of the 
ongoing review of 50 CFR 20 but now will be considered separately.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/22/96                    61 FR 11805
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/20/96
NPRM                            03/25/98                    63 FR 14415
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas Striegler, Chief, Division of Law Enforcement, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
MS520 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1949

RIN: 1018-AD74
_______________________________________________________________________




1473. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES: REMOVAL OF LLOYD'S HEDGEHOG 
CACTUS FROM FEDERAL LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED PLANTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to remove Lloyd's hedgehog cactus from 
the Federal list of endangered and threatened plants. Lloyd's hedgehog 
cactus was listed as endangered on October 26, 1979, due to threats of 
collection and highway projects. Recent evidence indicates that Lloyd's 
hedgehog cactus is not a distinct species but rather a hybrid. Lloyd's 
hedgehog cactus is presently known from four counties in west Texas and 
one county in New Mexico and from Chihuahua, Mexico.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/14/96                    61 FR 30209
NPRM Comment Period End         08/13/96
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS 452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD91
_______________________________________________________________________




1474. SAFE HARBOR POLICY AND GUIDANCE FOR CANDIDATE AGREEMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 13; 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes technical amendments to its general 
regulations implementing its permitting program. The proposed revisions 
would explain and clarify applicable general permit conditions to the 
permitting procedures associated with habitat conservation plans and 
safe harbor agreements issued under section 10 of the Endangered 
Species Act of 1973. The Service also announces a safe harbor policy 
under the Act, providing incentives for private and other non-Federal 
landowners to restore, enhance, or maintain habitat for endangered and 
threatened species. The Service, in cooperation with the appropriate 
State agencies, may enter into safe harbor agreements with non-Federal 
landowners to enhance the survival of listed species with the 
concurrence of the landowner, include proposed or candidate species in 
such agreements. A procedure and guidance for providing assurances to 
non-Federal landowners involved in candidate conservation also is 
proposed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/12/97                    62 FR 32189
NPRM Comment Period End         08/11/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD95
_______________________________________________________________________




1475. STANDARDS FOR THE HUMANE AND HEALTHFUL TRANSPORT OF WILD REPTILES 
AND AMPHIBIANS TO THE UNITED STATES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  18 USC 42(c); 16 USC 3371 to 3378; 16 USC 1538d to 
1538f; 16 USC 1540(f); 16 USC 1382; 16 USC 705; 16 USC 712(j); 31 USC 
483(a)

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of these regulations is to prescribe requirements 
necessary to ensure that the wild reptiles and amphibians shipped to 
the United States arrive alive, healthy, and uninjured and that 
transportation of such animals occurs under humane and healthful 
conditions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/06/97                    62 FR 31044
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/05/97                    62 FR 42091
NPRM Comment Period End         09/04/97
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    12/05/97                    62 FR 64335
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Susan Liberman, Chief, Branch of Operations, Office 
of Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish 
and Wildlife Service, MS 430 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240

[[Page 22115]]

Phone: 703 358-2095

RIN: 1018-AD98
_______________________________________________________________________




1476. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
ESTABLISHMENT OF A NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF BLACK-FOOTED 
FERRETS IN NORTHWESTERN COLORADO AND NORTHEASTERN UT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service, in conjunction with the Bureau of Land 
Management, the Colorado Division of Wildlife, and the Utah Division of 
Wildlife Resources, proposes to introduce black-footed ferrets into 
northwestern Colorado/northeastern Utah. The northwestern Colorado/
northeastern Utah experimental population area is proposed to be 
designated a nonessential experimental population in accordance with 
section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/29/97                    62 FR 23202
NPRM Comment Period End         06/30/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS 452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD99
_______________________________________________________________________




1477. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
REINTRODUCTION OF A NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF GRIZZLY 
BEARS IN IDAHO AND MONTANA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to establish a nonessential experimental 
population of grizzly bears into the Bitterroot ecosystem in central 
Idaho and western Montana. This experimental population is proposed to 
be designated a nonessential experimental population in accordance with 
section 10(j) of the Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/02/97                    62 FR 35762
NPRM Comment Period End         10/09/97
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    10/28/97                    62 FR 55774
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS 452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE00
_______________________________________________________________________




1478. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
ESTABLISHMENT OF NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF TEN FRESHWATER 
MUSSELS IN HOLSTON RIVER SYSTEM IN TN AND VA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service plans to reintroduce ten mussels (Appalachian 
monkeyface pearlymussel, cracking pearlymussel, Cumberland monkeyface 
pearlymussel, dromedary pearlymussel, fanshell, orange-foot, pimpleback 
pearlymussel, ring pink mussel, rough pigtoe, and tan riffleshell) into 
historic habitat in the next 2 to 3 years. The mussels to be used in 
the reintroduction will include artificially propagated juveniles and 
adults taken from the wild, under certain circumstances. Mussel 
propagation technology currently is being developed using nonendangered 
surrogate species. The 4(d) rule will exempt unavoidable and 
unintentional take, such as fishing, boating, trapping, or wading.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS 452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE01
_______________________________________________________________________




1479. REVISION TO SUBCHAPTER C--THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM

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:  16 USC 460k

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 25; 50 CFR 26; 50 CFR 27; 50 CFR 28; 50 CFR 29; 
50 CFR 30; 50 CFR 31; 50 CFR 32; 50 CFR 34; 50 CFR 35; 50 CFR 36; 50 
CFR 37

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service plans to rewrite subchapter C to include new 
public recreation policy on National Wildlife Refuges to include 
opening refuges to all public recreation (hunting, fishing, wildlife 
observation, photography, boating, hiking, camping, and picnicking) at 
the time of purchase. This is an administrative action and will not 
involve compliance cost to the public.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Shallenberger, Chief, Division of Refuge 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS 670 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-1744

RIN: 1018-AE02

[[Page 22116]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1480. PROPOSED APPROVAL OF SELECTED STATE PROGRAMS ALLOWING THE EXPORT 
OF GINSENG HARVESTED IN 1997-1999

Priority:  Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will announce findings on the export of American 
ginseng from the 1997-1999 harvest season in 25 states. The Service 
reviews information and data as a basis for determining whether to 
continue approval of export from specific states for this harvest 
season or to initiate changes. The State of Oregon intends to apply 
soon to export ginseng. Acceptance of information provided by State 
ginseng management programs allows the Service to expedite the issuance 
of permits as required by the CITES treaty.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Charles W. Dane, Chief, Office of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 
750 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1708

RIN: 1018-AE03
_______________________________________________________________________




1481. ENDANGERED SPECIES LISTING: PREBLE'S MEADOW JUMPING MOUSE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533 the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse, a 
small rodent, as an endangered species throughout its range without 
critical habitat. Preble's is restricted to four counties in Colorado 
and two counties in Wyoming. An undetermined number of Preble's on 10 
sites are endangered due to modification and loss of wetland and 
riparian habitat from a range of human land uses including 
agricultural, residential, commercial, industrial, and recreational 
development.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/25/97                    62 FR 14093
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/97
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    12/23/97                    62 FR 67041
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS-452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE06
_______________________________________________________________________




1482. IMPORTATION, EXPORTATION, TRANSPORTATION OF WILDLIFE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1361 to 1407

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would revise the Service regulations providing for 
user fee collections from commercial importers and exporters of 
wildlife and wildlife products. The Service proposes a licensing and 
fee scheme which will exempt certain commercial importers and exporters 
from our inspection fee, based upon specific criteria, including 
country of origin, numbers of items, and permitting requirements. We 
propose to modify our user fee regulations to grant relief to certain 
individuals and small businesses, meeting the outlined criteria, from 
the designated port inspection fee and nondesignated administrative fee 
and hourly minimums only. This proposal, if implemented, will allow us 
to continue to collect data on fee collections in order to analyze the 
impact of user fees on small businesses for future decision making.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/22/98                     63 FR 3298
NPRM Comment Period End         03/23/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Thomas L. Striegler, Chief, Division of Law 
Enforcement, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, MS500 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1949

RIN: 1018-AE08
_______________________________________________________________________




1483. EXPORT OF AMERICAN ALLIGATOR FOR THE 1998-2000 HARVEST SEASONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 23.57; 50 CFR 17.42(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will make minor changes in the tagging requirements 
for American alligator skins to conform with the CITES tagging 
resolution and announces proposed findings on the effects of the export 
of American alligator under CITES for the 1998-2000 harvest seasons. 
This rule provides for the export of American alligator parts and 
products under CITES.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Susan Lieberman, Chief, Branch of Operations, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 
430 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2095

RIN: 1018-AE15
_______________________________________________________________________




1484. REVISIONS TO THE FEDERAL AID ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 777i; 16 USC 669i; 18 USC 701

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 80

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 22117]]

Abstract: The Service proposes to revise part 80 to clarify the 
language in the administrative requirements section and simplify some 
of the procedures to enable the states and the public to better 
understand the procedures and requirements for obtaining and 
administering grants under the Federal Aid in Fish and Federal Aid in 
Wildlife Restoration Acts.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Bob Lang, Chief, Division of Federal Aid, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 420 Arlington 
Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2156

RIN: 1018-AE17
_______________________________________________________________________




1485. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: PROPOSED ENDANGERED 
STATUS FOR BLACKBURN'S SPHINX MOTH FROM THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service is proposing to add the Blackburn's sphinx moth 
to the list of endangered and threatened wildlife. The single remaining 
population is found on the island of Maui in the Hawaiian Islands. It 
is the largest (in adult form) native insect with a wing span of 5 
inches.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/02/97                    62 FR 15640
NPRM Comment Period End         06/02/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS 452 Arlington Square, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE20
_______________________________________________________________________




1486. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED STATUS FOR 
TEN PLANT TAXA FROM MAUI NUI, HAWAII

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service proposes endangered status pursuant to the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973 for 10 plant taxa without critical 
habitat designation. All 10 taxa are endemic to the Maui Nui group of 
islands in the Hawaiian Islands. This group includes Maui, Molokai, 
Lanai, and Kahoolawe and are found in a wide range of vegetative 
communities, elevation zones, and moisture regimes. The 10 plant taxa 
and their habitats have been variously affected or are currently 
threatened by one or more of the following: competition, predation or 
habitat degradation from alien species, natural disasters, and random 
environmental events.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/15/97                    62 FR 26757
NPRM Comment Period End         07/14/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARL SQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE22
_______________________________________________________________________




1487. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED ENDANGERED 
STATUS FOR TWO LARKSPURS FROM COASTAL NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service proposes endangered status pursuant to the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973 for two plants (Baker's larkspur and 
yellow larkspur). These species grow in a variety of habitats including 
coastal prairie, coastal scrub or chaparral in Sonoma and Marin 
counties in northern California. Habitat loss and degradation, sheep 
grazing, road maintenance activities, and overcollection imperil the 
continued existence of these plants. Random events increase the risk of 
extinction to the extremely small plant populations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/19/97                    62 FR 33383
NPRM Comment Period End         08/18/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARL SQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE23
_______________________________________________________________________




1488. NO SURPRISES POLICY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule contains the Service's proposed regulatory changes 
to part 17 of title 50 CFR and the National Marine Fisheries Service's

[[Page 22118]]

(NMFS) proposed regulatory changes to part 222 of title 50 necessary to 
implement the No Surprises Policy. These proposed revisions, which 
codify the Administration's No Surprises Policy, will provide 
regulatory assurance to permittees that have obtained an issued habitat 
conservation planning (HCP) permit under section 10 of the Endangered 
Species Act. The policy was developed jointly by the Departments of 
Commerce and Interior. The policy sets forth a clear commitment by the 
FWS, NMFS, and the Departments of Commerce and Interior that, to the 
extent consistent with the requirements of the ESA and other Federal 
laws, the Government will honor its agreements under an approved HCP 
for which the permittee is in good faith implementing the HCP's terms 
and conditions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/29/97                    62 FR 29091
NPRM Comment Period End         07/28/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARL SQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE24
_______________________________________________________________________




1489. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED ENDANGERED 
STATUS FOR IONE BUCKWHEAT AND THREATENED STATUS FOR IONE MANZANITA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service proposed endangered status for ione buckwheat (a 
perennial herb) and threatened status for ione manzanita (an evergreen 
shrub of the heath family). These two species occur primarily on 
gravelly clay soils with iron oxide crust within chaparral (derived 
from the iron formation) in Amador or Calaveras counties in the central 
Sierra Nevada foothills of California. They are imperiled by one or 
more of the following factors: mining, clearing of vegetation for 
agriculture and fire protection, disease, inadequate regulatory 
mechanisms, habitat fragmentation, residential and commercial 
development, changes in fire frequency, and continued erosion due to 
prior off-road vehicle use. Random events increase the risk to the few, 
small populations of ione buckwheat. Ownership of most occurrences of 
these two species is private. One population of each occurs on Federal 
land managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Other potential Federal 
involvement includes the use of Federal highway funds, the permitting 
of lignite or coal mines through the Office of Surface Mining 
Reclamation and Enforcement, and the relicensing of hydro-electric 
projects by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/25/97                    62 FR 34190
NPRM Comment Period End         08/25/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE25
_______________________________________________________________________




1490. IMPORTATION OF POLAR BEAR TROPHIES FROM CANADA; ADDITION OF 
POPULATIONS TO THE LIST OF AREAS APPROVED FOR IMPORT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1361 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule announces proposed findings on the import of polar 
bears taken in sport hunts in the areas formerly known as Parry 
Channel-Baffin Bay and Queen Elizabeth Islands, Northwest Territories, 
Canada. These findings include polar bears taken but not imported prior 
to enactment of the 1994 amendments to the Marine Mammal Protection Act 
(MMPA). The Service summarizes the new research data used by Canada to 
redefine these areas into five populations: Queen Elizabeth Islands, 
Norwegian Bay, Kane Basin, Lancaster Sound and Baffin Bay and provides 
a summary of the Nunavut Land Claim and the new flexible quota option. 
The Service proposes to find that Lancaster Sound and Norwegian Bay 
meet the requirements of the MMPA and to add them to the list of 
approved populations in the regulations. On the other hand, the Service 
proposes to defer the decision on the remaining three populations: 
Queen Elizabeth Islands, Baffin Bay and the Kane Basin. The Service 
intends to make these findings for multiple sport hunting seasons 
pending receipt of substantial new information or review as required 
under the MMPA.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/02/98                     63 FR 5340
NPRM Comment Period End         03/04/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Maggie Tieger, Chief, Branch of Permits, Office of 
Management Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish 
and Wildlife Service, 420 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 703 358-2104

RIN: 1018-AE26
_______________________________________________________________________




1491. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED THREATENED 
STATUS FOR NEWCOMB'S SNAIL FROM THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

[[Page 22119]]

Abstract: The Service proposes threatened status pursuant to the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, for Newcomb's snail. This 
freshwater snail is restricted to the Hawaiian Island of Kauai. The 
known historic distribution of this snail has greatly decreased and 
extant populations are presently limited to restricted habitats on five 
perennial streams on State land. The five known populations of this 
snail and its habitat are currently threatened by predation by a 
species of non-native predatory snail and two species of non-native 
marsh flies. These populations are also subject to an increased 
likelihood of extirpation from naturally occurring events, including 
natural disasters such as hurricanes and landslides. All populations of 
this species occur on State-owned lands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/21/97                    62 FR 38953
NPRM Comment Period End         09/19/97
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    11/12/97                    62 FR 60676
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE27
_______________________________________________________________________




1492. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSAL TO LIST 
KLAMATH RIVER POPULATION SEGMENT OF BULL TROUT AS ENDANGERED AND 
COLUMBIA RIVER POPULATION SEGMENT AS THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list the Klamath River population 
segment of bull trout (members of the char subgroup in the salmon 
family) as endangered from south-central Oregon and the Columbia River 
population segment of bull trout as threatened from the northwestern 
United States and British Columbia, Canada, with a special rule 
pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973. The Klamath River 
population segment, comprised of seven bull trout populations from 
south-central Oregon, is threatened by habitat degradation, passage 
restrictions at dams, and competition from non-native lake and brook 
trout. The special rule allows for take of bull trout within the 
Columbia River population segment if in accordance with applicable 
State fish and wildlife conservation laws and regulations. Pursuant to 
a court order, this rule is based on the 1994 administrative record. 
All available information, including current data, will be considered 
prior to promulgation of a final rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/13/97                    62 FR 32268
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/05/97                    62 FR 42092
NPRM Comment Period End         08/12/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE29
_______________________________________________________________________




1493. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED ENDANGERED 
STATUS FOR THE PLANT KECK'S SIDALCEA FROM TULARE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list Sidalcea keckii (Keck's 
sidalcea) as endangered pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973. 
This annual herb (belonging to the mallow family) is threatened by 
urban development, agricultural land conversion, and random events. The 
species (found on sparsely vegetated slopes of serpentine-derived clay 
in annual grasslands) is known only from one population in the south-
central Tulare County on private land and is not in an approved habitat 
conservation plan. The likelihood of any Federal involvement is small, 
however, the Bureau of Reclamation's renewal of the Central Valley 
Project firant water contracts may affect the species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/28/97                    62 FR 40325
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    09/24/97                    62 FR 49954
NPRM Comment Period End         09/26/97
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    01/22/98                     63 FR 3301
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE30
_______________________________________________________________________




1494. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED RULE TO 
LIST THE ILLINOIS CAVE AMPHIPOD AS ENDANGERED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service proposes endangered status pursuant to the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973 for the Illinois cave amphipod, Gammarus 
acherondytes. Historically, the amphipod was known from six cave

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streams in Monroe and St. Clair counties, Illinois. Recent surveys have 
found the species at only three of the original six sites. The species 
is believed to be threatened primarily by groundwater pollution which 
is likely due to the application of pesticides in cave stream recharge 
areas. A possible secondary threat is contamination of subsurface water 
by human and animal wastes from sewage and septic systems and livestock 
feedlots. The Monroe-Randolph Bi-County Health Department supports 
listing this species as a means of justifying greater protection for 
groundwater in the Karst area. Also the Natural Heritage Division of 
the Illinois Department of Conservation supports Federal listing of 
this species. It is currently a State-listed endangered species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/28/97                    62 FR 40319
NPRM Comment Period End         09/26/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE31
_______________________________________________________________________




1495. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED ENDANGERED 
STATUS FOR PLANT IN WENATCHEE MOUNTAINS OF WASHINGTON

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory.
In accordance with 16 USC 1533, the Service must take action (list, 
withdraw, or extend the rulemaking for 6 months) on a proposed listing 
no later than 1 year after such proposal.

Abstract: The Service proposes endangered species status pursuant to 
the Endangered Species Act of 1973 for the Wenatchee Mountains checker-
mallow (Sidalcea oregana var calva). This plant is endemic to meadows 
that have surface water on saturated soil in the spring and early 
summer at middle elevations in the Wenatchee Mountains of Chelan 
county, Washington. Although five populations of this plant are known, 
three of these have very few individuals. The estimated total number of 
plants is about 3,300. The primary threats to this plant include 
alterations of hydrology, rural residential development and associated 
activities, competition from native and alien plants, recreation, fire 
suppression and activities associated with fire suppression. To a 
lesser extent, the taxon is threatened by livestock grazing, road 
construction and timber harvesting and associated impacts including 
changes in surface-runoff in the small watersheds in which the plant 
occurs. This proposal, if made final, would implement the Federal 
protection and recovery programs of the Act for this plant.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/01/97                    62 FR 41328
NPRM Comment Period End         09/30/97
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE32
_______________________________________________________________________




1496. INJURIOUS WILDLIFE; ADDITION OF BRUSH-TAILED POSSUM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  18 USC 42

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to review the economic and biological 
information on the brush-tailed possum of genus Trichosurus for 
possible addition to the list of injurious wildlife under the Lacey 
Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/24/96                     61 FR 1893
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/25/96
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Hannibal Bolton, Chief, Fish and Wildlife Management, 
Assistance, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 840 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1718

RIN: 1018-AE34
_______________________________________________________________________




1497.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS - PROPOSED 
ENDANGERED STATUS FOR TWO CAVE ANIMALS FROM HAWAIIAN ISLANDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes endangered status pursuant to the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973 for two animals, the Kauai Cave Wolf 
Spider and the Kauai Cave Amphipod. These two species are found on the 
Hawaiian Island of Kauai. The Kauai Cave Wolf Spider is known from two 
populations and the Kauai Cave Amphipod is known from four populations. 
These animals and their habitats have been variously affected or are 
currently threatened by the following: habitat degradation/loss from 
development; competition for space, water, and nutrients by naturalized 
introduced animals; biological/chemical pesticide use; and an increased 
likelihood of extinction from proposed development activities and 
naturally occurring events. This proposal, if made final, would extend 
Federal protection and recovery provisions of the Act for these animal 
taxa. Additionally, Hawaii state regulations protecting these animals 
would be triggered. All populations of these species occur on privately 
owned lands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/05/97                    62 FR 64340
NPRM Comment Period End         02/03/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species,

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Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE39
_______________________________________________________________________




1498.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS - PROPOSED 
ENDANGERED STATUS FOR 2 SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY MAMMALS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to list the Riparian Brush Rabbit and 
pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973. The Brush Rabbit and 
Woodrat inhabit Riparian communities along the lower portions of the 
San Joaquin and Stanislaus Rivers (within Caswell State Park) in the 
Northern San Joaquin Valley, California. Only a single remaining 
population of each species has been confirmed. Potential threats to 
these species include flooding, wildlife, predation, and other factors.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/21/97                    62 FR 62276
Interim Final Rule              01/20/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE40
_______________________________________________________________________




1499.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
ENDANGERED STATUS FOR PLANT ROUGH POPCORNFLOWER

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to list the plant rough popcornflower as 
an endangered species under the authority contained in the Endangered 
Species Act of 1973, as amended. This species is restricted to wet 
swales and meadows in Douglas County, Oregon, where only 10 occurrences 
are known. Most populations are small with few individuals. The total 
estimated number of plants is 3,000 within a combined area of about 10 
acres (most on private land). Threats to this species include 
destruction and/or alteration of habitat by development and 
hydrological changes (e.g., wetland fills, draining, construction); 
spring and summer grazing by domestic cattle, horses, and sheep; 
roadside maintenance; and competition from native and alien plant 
species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/20/97                    62 FR 61953
NPRM Comment Period End         01/20/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE44
_______________________________________________________________________




1500.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
REVISION OF SPECIAL REGULATIONS FOR GRAY WOLF

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On November 22, 1994, the Service published special rules to 
establish nonessential experimental populations of gray wolves in 
Yellowstone National Park and central Idaho. The nonessential 
experimental population areas include all of WY, most of ID, and much 
of central and southern MT. This proposed revision is to amend a 
section of the special regulations so that it clearly applies within 
the Yellowstone nonessential experimental population area and the 
central ID nonessential experimental population area as described in 
7(ii). Ongoing litigation requires the clarification of the Service's 
need and authority to remove these animals from the area through live 
capture or lethal means in the interest of attaining gray wolf recovery 
goals. This proposed change will not affect any of the assumptions and 
earlier analysis made in the environmental impact statement or other 
portions of the special rules.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/11/97                    62 FR 65237
NPRM Comment Period End         01/12/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE45
_______________________________________________________________________




1501.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
EMERGENCY RULE ESTABLISHING ADDITIONAL MANATEE IN KINGS BAY CRYSTAL 
RIVER, FL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to establish an additional West Indian 
manatee sanctuary (less than 1/4 acre in size) in Citrus County, FL, 
adjacent to Kings Bay/Crystal River at the confluence of the Three 
Sisters Spring Run with residential canal, and prohibits all waterborne 
activities from November 15 through March 31 each year. This action 
will help prevent the taking of manatees by harassment resulting from 
waterborne activities during the winter months.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/26/97                    62 FR 63062
NPRM Comment Period End         01/26/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

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Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE47
_______________________________________________________________________




1502.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
ENDANGERED STATUS FOR CATESBAEA MELANOCARPA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to determine catesbaea melanocarpa (no 
common name) to be an endangered species pursuant to the Endangered 
Species Act of 1973, as amended. Catesbaea melanocarpa (branching 
shrub) is known from Puerto Rico, St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, 
Barbuda, Antigua, and Guadeloupe. In Puerto Rico, it is currently known 
from only one location in Cabo Rojo, and in the U.S. Virgin Islands it 
is known from one location near Christiansted, St. Croix. Both 
populations are located on privately owned land subject to intense 
pressure for development for residential tourism and industrial 
purposes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/16/97                    62 FR 65783
NPRM Comment Period End         02/17/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE48
_______________________________________________________________________




1503.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
THREATENED STATUS FOR PLANT HOWELL'S SPECTACULAR THELYPODY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to list Howell's spectacular thelypody 
as threatened pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as 
amended. This plant is known from 11 sites in Baker and Union Counties, 
OR, all on privately-owned land. This taxon is threatened by a variety 
of factors including habitat destruction and fragmentation from 
agricultural and urban development, grazing by domestic livestock, 
competition from non-native vegetation, and alterations of wetland 
hydrology.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/13/98                     63 FR 1948
Extend Comment Period to 04/20/
98                              03/05/98                    63 FR 10817
NPRM Comment Period End         03/16/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE52
_______________________________________________________________________




1504.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LIST PLANT 
ZAPATA BLADDERPOD AS ENDANGERED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list the plant Zapata bladderpod as 
an endangered species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as 
amended. It is known from 4 locations in Zapata and Starr Counties, 
Texas (private land, highway right-of-way, and NWR land). This species 
is threatened by increased urban development, highway construction, 
increased oil and gas activities, alteration and conversion of native 
plant communities to improved pastures, overgrazing, and potential 
vulnerability from lowered genetic diversity due to presently low 
population numbers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/22/98                     63 FR 3301
NPRM Comment Period End         03/23/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE54
_______________________________________________________________________




1505.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; 
DETERMINATION OF THE PECOS PUPFISH TO BE ENDANGERED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list the pecos pupfish as an 
endangered species under the authority of the Endangered Species Act of 
1973, as amended. The historical range of the pecos pupfish included 
the mainstream Pecos River from the vicinity of Roswell, Chaves County, 
New Mexico, downstream to the vicinity of Sheffield, Pecos County, 
Texas, and included various lakes, gypsum sinkholes, saline springs, 
and tributaries associated with the river. The primary reason for the 
rapid range reduction is hybridization with and/or replacement by the 
sheepshead minnow, a nonnative species introduced into the Pecos River 
between 1980 and 1984.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/30/98                     63 FR 4608

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Extend Comment Period to 11/20/
98                              03/27/98                    63 FR 14892
NPRM Comment Period End         03/31/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE56
_______________________________________________________________________




1506.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LIST 
DESERT MILK VETCH AS THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list desert milk-vetch, a low-growing 
herbaceous plant in the bean family with white flowers and compound 
leaves, as threatened. This species is restricted to a sandstone 
outcropping near the town of Birdeye, Utah County, UT. It is threatened 
by cattle grazing and trampling, residential development and low 
numbers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/28/98                     63 FR 4207
NPRM Comment Period End         03/30/98
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE57
_______________________________________________________________________




1507.  SEASONAL CLOSURE OF THE MOOSE RANGE MEADOWS PUBLIC ACCESS 
EASEMENTS IN THE KENAI NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 460k et seq; 16 USC 668dd et seq; 16 USC 742a 
et seq; 16 USC 3101 et seq; 44 USC 3501 et seq; PL 105-57

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to restrict public access and use of 
public easements in the Moose Range Meadows area within the boundary of 
the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge (Refuge). Public access and use will 
be prohibited on the Service-managed easements from July 1 through 
August 15 annually. The seasonal closure will be in effect on the 25-
foot wide streamside easements on both banks of the Kenai River, and on 
the 25-foot wide access easements running from Funny River Road and 
Keystone Drive to the downstream ends of the stream side easements on 
the south and north banks of the river, respectively.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/18/98                    63 FR 13158
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard Pospahala, Chief, Office of Subsistence 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 1011 E. Tudor Road, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3467

RIN: 1018-AE58
_______________________________________________________________________




1508.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSAL 
TO LIST AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED GENTNER'S FRITILARIA (MISSION BELLS)

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened 
Gentner's fritilaria (missionbells). This species is known from 
Josephine and Jackson Counties, Oregon. Threats include housing 
development, succession, logging and collection.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/23/98                    63 FR 13819
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE75
_______________________________________________________________________




1509.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSAL 
TO LIST AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED MARIANA FRUIT BAT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened the 
Mariana fruit bat (Pteropus mariannus mariannus). This species is known 
from the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Saipan, Tinian, 
and Agiguan Islands. Threats include deforestation, overhunting, 
poaching, and snake predation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/26/98                    63 FR 14641
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE83

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1510.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES; PROPOSED RULE TO LIST 
NORTHERN IDAHO GROUND SQUIRREL AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened the 
Northern Idaho ground squirrel (Spermophilus brunneus brunneus). This 
species is known from Adams County, ID. Threats include agricultural 
land conversion, meadow invasion of conifers, grazing by domestic 
livestock, off-road and on-road vehicle use, campground expansion and 
recreational shooting.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/23/98                    63 FR 13825
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE84
_______________________________________________________________________




1511.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS, PROPOSAL 
TO LIST DEVIL'S RIVER MINNOW AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened 
Devil's River minnow (Dionda diaboli). This species is known from Val 
Verde County, TX. Threats include habitat loss from inundation at 
Amistad Reservoir and reduced instream flow caused by diversions or 
drought.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/27/98                    63 FR 14885
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE86
_______________________________________________________________________




1512.  ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RULE TO LIST COLORADO BUTTERFLY PLANT AS ENDANGERED OR THREATENED

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 1998.

Abstract: The Service proposes to list as endangered or threatened the 
Colorado butterfly plant (Gaura neoexicana ssp. coloradensis). This 
species is known from Laramie County, WY and northern Weld County, CO. 
Threats include herbicide application for noxious weeds and natural 
succession/competition from shrubs, forbs and introduced weeds.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/24/98                    63 FR 14060
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith, Chief, Division of Endangered 
Species, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 452 ARLSQ, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AE87
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Completed Actions


United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1513. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING: REVISED TEST PROTOCOL FOR NONTOXIC 
APPROVAL PROCEDURES FOR SHOT AND SHOT COATINGS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 20

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/01/97                    62 FR 63608
Final Action Effective          12/31/97

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul R. Schmidt
Phone: 703 358-1838

RIN: 1018-AB80
_______________________________________________________________________




1514. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: CRITICAL HABITAT 
FOR THE PECOS PUPFISH

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - Not Prudent at This 
Time                            02/05/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC18
_______________________________________________________________________




1515. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: TWO CALIFORNIA 
BUTTERFLIES AND A SNAKE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/05/97                    62 FR 64306
Final Action Effective          12/05/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC32

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1516. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: SEVEN FRESHWATER 
MUSSELS FROM ALABAMA, FLORIDA, AND GEORGIA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/16/98                    63 FR 12664
Final Action Effective          04/15/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AC63
_______________________________________________________________________




1517. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING AND MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS

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.

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 20; 50 CFR 21

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/27/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas L. Striegler
Phone: 703 358-1949

RIN: 1018-AC69
_______________________________________________________________________




1518. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: NORTHERN AND 
SOUTHERN POPULATIONS OF THE BOG TURTLE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/04/97                    62 FR 59605
Final Action Effective          11/04/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD05
_______________________________________________________________________




1519. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: BROTHER'S ISLAND 
TUATARA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/07/98                      63 FR 692
Final Action Effective          02/01/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Charlie Dane
Phone: 703 358-1708

RIN: 1018-AD06
_______________________________________________________________________




1520. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: REINTRODUCTION OF A 
NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF MEXICAN WOLVES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/12/98                     63 FR 1752
Final Action Effective          01/29/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD07
_______________________________________________________________________




1521. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: U.S. POPULATIONS OF 
ATLANTIC SALMON

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       12/18/97                    62 FR 66325

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD12
_______________________________________________________________________




1522. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: TWO SAN FRANCISCO 
MARSH PLANTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/20/97                    62 FR 61916
Final Action Effective          12/22/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD14
_______________________________________________________________________




1523. ENDANGERED SPECIES LISTING: THREE AQUATIC INVERTEBRATES IN COMAL 
AND HAYS COUNTIES, TEXAS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/18/97                    62 FR 66295
Final Action Effective          01/20/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD28
_______________________________________________________________________




1524. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: NINE PLANTS FROM 
CALIFORNIA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/22/97                    62 FR 54791
Final Action Effective          11/21/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: E. LaVerne Smith
Phone: 703 358-2171

RIN: 1018-AD36
_______________________________________________________________________




1525. PROPOSED DEPREDATION ORDER FOR THE DOUBLE-CRESTED CORMORANT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 21

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Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/04/98                    63 FR 10550
Final Action Effective          03/04/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul R. Schmidt
Phone: 703 358-1838

RIN: 1018-AE11
_______________________________________________________________________




1526. ESTABLISHMENT OF REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE CONDUCT ON MIDWAY ATOLL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  50 CFR 26

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/10/98                    63 FR 11624
Final Action Effective          03/10/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Shallenberger
Phone: 703 358-1744

RIN: 1018-AE19
BILLING CODE 4310-55-F
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


National Park Service (NPS)



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1527.  LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND PROGRAM OF ASSISTANCE TO 
STATES; POST-COMPLETION COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
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:  16 USC 460l-4

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 59

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment to 36 CFR 59 modifies Land and Water 
Conservation Fund (L&WCF) post-completion requirements by: (1) 
clarifying the ``State'' planning prerequisite for conversion approval, 
(2) allowing the recipient of an L&WCF grant to use non-recreation land 
it currently owns, or non-recreation land that is transferred from one 
public agency to another without payment, to satisfy the replacement 
requirement when land acquired with L&WCF assistance is proposed for 
conversion to other than public outdoor recreation uses assuming all 
other eligibility criteria are met, (3) eliminating the requirement 
that NPS be notified of all instances of obsolescence and facility use 
changes, and (4) establishing standards for resolving premature 
conversions to ensure their timely resolution.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Wayne Strum, Outdoor Recreation Planner, Recreation 
Programs Division, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 
1849 C Street NW., Room 3624, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 565-1129

RIN: 1024-AC68
_______________________________________________________________________




1528. NATIVE AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT REGULATIONS 
FUTURE APPLICABILITY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 3001

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 10.13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule relates to one section of regulations 
implementing NAGPRA. This section outlines procedures for the future 
applicability of NAGPRA to museums and Federal agencies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Francis P. McManamon, Departmental Consulting 
Archaeologist, Department of the Interior, National Park Service
Phone: 202 343-4101

RIN: 1024-AC57
_______________________________________________________________________




1529. NATIONAL PARK SERVICE SYMBOLS: UNITED STATES PARK POLICE INSIGNIA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will recognize an official United States Park Police 
insignia, provide for its future protection and prevent the 
unauthorized use of the insignia. The rule proposes to amend sections 
regarding authorized use and protection of the arrowhead symbol, add a 
section regarding the use and protection of the Park Ranger badge, and 
delete reference to the ``Parkscape Symbol.''

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dennis Burnett, Staff Park Ranger, Ranger Activities 
Div., Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C. Street 
NW., Rm. 7408, Washington, DC, 20240
Phone: 202 208-4874
Fax: 202 208-6756
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AB94

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1530. DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE, SPECIAL REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 462(k); 16 USC 3101 et seq

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 13.63

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule will change out-of-date references to 
Mount McKinley National Park to Denali National Park. It will also 
consolidate in the special regulations existing designations closures, 
permit requirements, and other restrictions regarding vehicle use, 
vehicle traffic, oversize vehicles, snowmachines and public health, 
safety, and resource protection postings and closures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Russ Wilson, Alaska Desk Officer, Department of the 
Interior, National Park Service
Phone: 202 208-6381

RIN: 1024-AC58
_______________________________________________________________________




1531. HYDROELECTRIC POWER PROJECTS IN THE NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 791a et seq; 16 
USC 797c

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 19

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will implement section 2402 of the Energy Policy Act 
of 1992 (16 USC 797c). The rule will establish the procedure for the 
Director to follow in determining whether a new hydroelectric project 
located within the boundaries of any unit of the National Park System 
would have a direct adverse effect on Federal lands within that unit 
and the procedures for applicants to follow when filing with the 
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Dennis Burnett, Staff Park Ranger, Ranger Activities 
Div., Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C. Street 
NW., Rm. 7408, Washington, DC, 20240
Phone: 202 208-4874
Fax: 202 208-6756
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC64
_______________________________________________________________________




1532. APPLICABILITY AND RESOURCE PROTECTION REVISIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A major revision of 36 CFR part 2 was completed in 1983. This 
current review is to address clarification of the applicability of 
these regulations in National Park Service areas, and to update 
existing resource protection and visitor use regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dennis Burnett, Staff Park Ranger, Ranger Activities 
Div., Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C. Street 
NW., Rm. 7408, Washington, DC, 20240
Phone: 202 208-4874
Fax: 202 208-6756
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC38
_______________________________________________________________________




1533.  PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 3

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will provide a process for authorizing the use of 
personal watercraft in units of the NPS through area designations by 
the Superintendent using the criteria, procedures, and standards 
adopted by this rule. This rule will enable the NPS to better manage 
the burgeoning use of personal watercraft in units of the NPS.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dennis Burnett, Staff Park Ranger, Ranger Activities 
Div., Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C. Street 
NW., Rm. 7408, Washington, DC, 20240
Phone: 202 208-4874
Fax: 202 208-6756
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC65
_______________________________________________________________________




1534.  KALOKO-HONOKOHOU NAT'L HISTORIC PARK, PUBLIC NUDITY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 460(g); 16 USC 
462(k)

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 7.87

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will prohibit public nudity within the boundaries 
of Kaloko-Honokohou National Historic Park, Hawaii. The existing 
practice of recreational public nudity is in conflict with the enabling 
legislation of the Park (16 U.S.C. 396d) and the traditional values of 
native Hawaiian culture which the Park was created to perpetuate and 
preserve.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dennis Burnett, Staff Park Ranger, Ranger Activities 
Div., Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C. Street 
NW., Rm. 7408, Washington, DC, 20240
Phone: 202 208-4874
Fax: 202 208-6756
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC66

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1535. NON-FEDERAL OIL AND GAS RIGHTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 230a; 16 USC 450kk; 16 USC 459d-3; 
16 USC 459h-3; 16 USC 460ee; 16 USC 460cc-2(i); 16 USC 460m; 16 USC 
698c; 16 USC 698f; 16 USC 3101; 18 USC 3571; 18 USC 3581; 43 USC 600d

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 9

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will update existing regulations that were 
promulgated in 1978 to make them consistent with existing laws, 
policies, and practices and will improve their clarity and workability. 
The rule will implement Congressional mandates for park resource 
protection contained in the Big Cypress National Preserve Act of 1988. 
The rule will strengthen the ability of the NPS to protect the natural, 
cultural, and historic resources of system units from non-Federal oil 
and gas and geothermal operations within park boundaries.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Carol McCoy, Chief, Policy and Regulations Section, 
Mining and Minerals Branch, Department of the Interior, National Park 
Service
Phone: 303 969-2096

RIN: 1024-AC53
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


National Park Service (NPS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1536. NATIVE AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT 
REGULATIONS; CIVIL PENALTIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 3001

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule details procedures for assessing civil 
penalties upon institutions receiving Federal funds that fail to comply 
with applicable provisions of the Act and implementing regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/13/97                     62 FR 1820
Final Action                    07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dr. Francis P. McManamon, Departmental Consulting 
Archaeologist, Department of the Interior, National Park Service
Phone: 202 343-4101

RIN: 1024-AC48
_______________________________________________________________________




1537. GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK, ALASKA FISHING REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 3101 et seq

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 13.65

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed regulations would allow several exemptions for 
specific commercial fishing activities in Glacier Bay National Park's 
marine waters from the existing Nationwide National Park Service 
prohibition on such activities. Some commercial fishing activities 
would cease at the end of their exemption period.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/05/91                    56 FR 37262
NPRM Comment Period End         11/03/91                    56 FR 46589
Reproposal                      04/16/97                    62 FR 18547
Comment Period End              10/15/97
Final Action                    09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James M. Brady, Superintendent, Department of the 
Interior, National Park Service
Phone: 907 697-2230

RIN: 1024-AB99
_______________________________________________________________________




1538. RIGHTS-OF-WAY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 3; 16 USC 5; 16 USC 79

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulations for rights-of-way found at 36 CFR part 14 
subparts A to H were promulgated as interim regulations in 1980. The 
regulations no longer meet the needs of the Service or of rights-of-way 
applicants. Final regulations need to be developed through a revision 
of part 14.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/97                    62 FR 63488
NPRM Comment Period End         01/30/98
Final Action                    07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dick Young, Park Ranger, Department of the Interior, 
National Park Service
Phone: 804 898-3400

RIN: 1024-AC01
_______________________________________________________________________




1539. PROCEDURES FOR STATE, TRIBAL, AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT HISTORIC 
PRESERVATION PROGRAMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 470 et seq

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The National Park Service proposes to revise the requirements 
for State and local historic preservation programs as well as the way 
the NPS administers these programs. The proposed changes are intended 
to provide more flexibility in (1) State historic preservation office 
staffing; (2) State Historic Preservation Review Board membership and 
operations; and

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(3) carrying out State Historic Preservation Officer responsibilities. 
The revision streamlines the process for certification of local 
governments to participate officially in the national historic 
preservation program. This proposed revision also officially recognizes 
the growing role of tribal historic preservation programs. Some of the 
changes are necessary because of the 1992 amendments to the National 
Historic Preservation Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/02/96                    61 FR 51536
NPRM Comment Period End         12/02/96
Final Action                    08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: John W. Renaud, Department of the Interior, National 
Park Service
Phone: 202 343-1059

RIN: 1024-AC44
_______________________________________________________________________




1540. NATIONAL NATURAL LANDMARKS PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 461 et seq

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 62

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking will amend the current regulations 
for the National Natural Landmarks Program. Proposed changes include 
strengthening and clarifying provisions for landowner notification, 
adding requirements for voluntary landowner consent for natural 
landmark designation, and providing for review of natural landmark 
nominations by the National Park System Advisory Board.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/29/90                    55 FR 43384
NPRM                            11/21/91                    56 FR 58790
NPRM Comment Period End         02/19/92
Final Action                    07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gary Johnston, Chief, Wildlife and Vegetation Division, 
Department of the Interior, National Park Service
Phone: 202 343-8115

RIN: 1024-AB96
_______________________________________________________________________




1541.  APPALACHIAN NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL - SNOWMOBILES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 460(l); 16 USC 
462 (k)

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 7.100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will designate trail crossings of snowmobile trails 
at three locations along the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. These 
trail crossings are part of a State approved network of snowmobile 
routes that exist on adjacent State lands. These crossings existed 
prior to the NPS assuming management of the National Scenic Trail. 
Designating these crossings fulfills assurances made by the NPS at the 
time of land acquisition that establishment of the permanent linear 
trail corridor would not sever established snowmobile routes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/19/98                    63 FR 13383
NPRM Comment Period End         05/18/98
Final Action                    11/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dennis Burnett, Staff Park Ranger, Ranger Activities 
Div., Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C. Street 
NW., Rm. 7408, Washington, DC, 20240
Phone: 202 208-4874
Fax: 202 208-6756
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC67
_______________________________________________________________________




1542. GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK AND JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER, JR. MEMORIAL 
PARKWAY: SNOWMOBILE AND SNOWPLANE ROUTES AND REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 7.22

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The National Park Service proposes to change the special 
regulations relating to the use of and designated routes for 
snowmobiles and snowplanes within Grand Teton National Park and John D. 
Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway. The proposed rule will define more 
clearly the use of snowmobiles, snowplanes, and designated routes. This 
rule can eliminate the use of snowmobiles in the Potholes-Baseline 
Flats area at the discretion of the Superintendent and establish 
special regulations allowing snowmobile use on the Continental Divide 
Snowmobile Trail. The proposed rule will also establish a requirement 
for operators of snowmobiles within Grand Teton National Park to have a 
valid driver's license or learner's permit.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/25/95                    60 FR 54633
NPRM Comment Period End         12/26/95
Final Action                    07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dennis Burnett, Staff Park Ranger, Ranger Activities 
Div., Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C. Street 
NW., Rm. 7408, Washington, DC, 20240
Phone: 202 208-4874
Fax: 202 208-6756
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC34
_______________________________________________________________________




1543. VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK: AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 7.33

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking amends the current special 
regulations for Voyageurs National Park by adding a section designating 
areas open to aircraft use within the Park. This addition is necessary 
because National Park Service general regulations require such special 
regulatory designations for areas in parks open to the operation or use 
of aircraft. The intended effects are to increase safety, protect 
resources,

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and provide appropriate enjoyment to park users.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/02/95                    60 FR 39257
NPRM                            01/31/96                     61 FR 3360
NPRM Comment Period End         09/05/96                    61 FR 20775
Final Action                    09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bruce McKeeman, Chief Ranger, Department of the 
Interior, National Park Service
Phone: 218 283-9821

RIN: 1024-AC23
_______________________________________________________________________




1544. DELAWARE WATER GAP NRA, BICYCLE TRAIL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 460(g); 16 USC 
462(k)

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 7.71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will designate certain routes within a nondeveloped 
area of Delaware Water Gap NRA as open to bicycle use, and will 
regulate their use in this area.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/13/97                    62 FR 60815
NPRM Comment Period End         01/12/98
Final Action                    07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Wayne Valentine, Supervisory Park Ranger, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service
Phone: 908 841-9533

RIN: 1024-AC62
_______________________________________________________________________




1545. BIG CYPRESS NATIONAL PRESERVE; RECREATIONAL FROGGING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 7.86

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will allow the recreational, non-commercial taking 
of the pig frog (Rana grylio) in the Preserve. The rule will designate 
seasons, times, locations, methods, and means of taking, and establish 
harvest limits and permit requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/22/96                    61 FR 59393
NPRM Comment Period End         01/21/97
Final Action                    09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William Carroll, Chief Ranger Big Cypress National 
Preserve, Department of the Interior, National Park Service
Phone: 941 695-2000

RIN: 1024-AC54
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Completed Actions


National Park Service (NPS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1546. SAFETY BELTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant.

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 4.15

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/19/97                    62 FR 61631

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dennis Burnett
Phone: 202 208-4874
Fax: 202 208-6756
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC63
_______________________________________________________________________




1547. SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK: BACKCOUNTRY AND FISHING REGULATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 7.15

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/19/98                    63 FR 13341
Final Action Effective          04/20/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dennis Burnett
Phone: 202 208-4874
Fax: 202 208-6756
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC33
_______________________________________________________________________




1548. OFF-ROAD OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant.

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 7.67

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/24/98                     62 FR 9143

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Maria Burks
Phone: 508 349-3785

RIN: 1024-AC47
_______________________________________________________________________




1549. NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION; KENNEDY CENTER AND DISTRIBUTION OF 
LITERATURE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant.

CFR Citation:  36 CFR 7.96

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/13/97                    62 FR 32201

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard Robbins
Phone: 202 208-4338

RIN: 1024-AC61
BILLING CODE 4310-70-F

[[Page 22131]]

_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1550. LOANS TO INDIANS FROM THE REVOLVING LOAN FUND

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  25 USC 1469

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 101

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The direct loan program is being eliminated. We will 
eliminate most of 25 CFR 101 and will rewrite the rest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Woody Sneed, Financial Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4796

RIN: 1076-AD59
_______________________________________________________________________




1551. LOAN GUARANTEE PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 1451

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule for the guaranteed loan program is being rewritten 
in plain English as part of the President's regulatory reform 
initiative.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Woody Sneed, Financial Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4796

RIN: 1076-AD73
_______________________________________________________________________




1552. MORTGAGES AND DEEDS OF TRUST ON INDIVIDUALLY OWNED TRUST LAND OR 
LAND SUBJECT TO A RESTRICTION ON ALIENATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 483a

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 152

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Indians may mortgage or give deeds of trust to their 
restricted land with approval of the Secretary of the Interior. The 
regulation will state the conditions under which approval will be 
given.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Woodrow B. Sneed, Financial Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4796

RIN: 1076-AD85
_______________________________________________________________________




1553. LEASING RESTRICTED LANDS OF MEMBERS OF THE FIVE CIVILIZED TRIBES 
OKLAHOMA, FOR MINING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 356

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 213

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: BIA is revising this rule to ensure consistency with existing 
law and to improve operating procedures. Issues to be addressed include 
authority to lease inherited restricted land, processing lease payments 
through the Minerals Management Service, and the approval process for 
division orders.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Robertson, Realty Officer Muskogee Area Office, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 918 687-2324

RIN: 1076-AD33
_______________________________________________________________________




1554. EXPLORATION, MINING, AND RECLAMATION OF LANDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 355; 25 USC 396; 25 USC 473; 25 USC 501; 25 
USC 396; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 216

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will update part 216 to incorporate changes in 
regulations as well as the mining industry. It will bring the bureau 
into conformance with the standards of the Bureau of Land Management 
and the Office of Surface Mining and will protect the Indian mineral 
owners by giving them no less protection than what is given to Federal 
lands. Indian mineral owners will be protected through the regulation 
of exploration for minerals by adequate measures that avoid, minimize, 
or correct damage to the environment, land, water, and the public 
safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Pete Aguilar, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 303 969-5270

RIN: 1076-AD36
_______________________________________________________________________




1555. EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE FOR ADULT INDIANS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 13

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 26

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule for BIA's employment assistance program for adult 
Indians is being rewritten in plain English as part of the President's 
regulatory reform initiative.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

[[Page 22132]]

Agency Contact: Dean Poleahla, Office of Economic Development, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-2671

RIN: 1076-AD75
_______________________________________________________________________




1556. ADULT VOCATIONAL TRAINING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 309; PL 88-230

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 27

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule for BIA's adult vocational training program is being 
rewritten in plain English as part of the President's regulatory reform 
initiative

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dean Poleahla, Office of Economic Development, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-2671

RIN: 1076-AD72
_______________________________________________________________________




1557. EDUCATION CONTRACTS UNDER THE JOHNSON-O'MALLEY ACT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 455 to 457

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 273

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will include guidelines and responsibilities related 
to agreements under the provisions of the Indian Self Determination Act 
Amendments of 1994. The new provisions will reduce the burden of 
reporting requirements by the tribes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Garry R. Martin, Education Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-3478

RIN: 1076-AD58
_______________________________________________________________________




1558. SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 104-4

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 277

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule is being eliminated because the program it governs 
has never been funded.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Joann Sebastian Morris, Office of Indian Education 
Programs, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-6123

RIN: 1076-AD69
_______________________________________________________________________




1559. ACADEMIC AND DORMITORY STANDARDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 2001; 25 USC 2002; 25 USC 2003; PL 95-561; 5 
USC 301; 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will eliminate subparts A through G of 25 CFR 36. 
Of 189 Bureau schools, 179 have adopted State or regional academic 
standards. BIA will assist the remaining schools to achieve State or 
regional accreditation. This will render the rules in subparts A 
through G obsolete.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James C. Martin, Division Chief, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-5810

RIN: 1076-AD55
_______________________________________________________________________




1560. INDIAN SCHOOL EQUALIZATION PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 13; 25 USC 2008

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 39

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will change the definitions of some disabling 
conditions so that they are consistent with Department of Education 
definitions of some disabling conditions and adjust the way schools are 
reimbursed for student transportation services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rod Young, Chief, Branch of Administrative Services, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4555

RIN: 1076-AD09
_______________________________________________________________________




1561. ADMINISTRATION OF THE HIGHER EDUCATION PROGRAM

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 13; PL 67-85

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 40

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise established policies and provide 
uniform procedures to govern the higher education program administered 
under the authority of 25 USC 13. This rule applies only to educational 
grants; Bureau educational loans are governed by 25 CFR part 91. This 
part has been redesignated from 25 CFR part 32.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Public Consultation             01/23/91

[[Page 22133]]

NPRM                            02/19/97                     62 FR 7395
NPRM                            04/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Garry R. Martin, Education Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-3478

RIN: 1076-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________




1562. GRANTS TO TRIBALLY CONTROLLED COMMUNITY COLLEGES AND NAVAJO 
COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 1801 to 1852; 25 USC 640; 25 USC 1831

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 41

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule applies to the provision of financial assistance 
technical assistance, and endowments to tribal colleges and Navajo 
Community College and will strengthen requirements relating to: (1) 
Criteria for satisfactory programs; (2) counting Indian students; (3) 
developing planning grants; (5) forward funding; (6) renovation and 
construction of facilities; and (7) preparing construction feasibility 
reports.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/01/97                    62 FR 15446
NPRM Comment Period End         06/02/98
Final Action                    12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Garry R. Martin, Education Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-3478

RIN: 1076-AD08
_______________________________________________________________________




1563. CERTIFICATES OF DEGREE OF INDIAN BLOOD

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  25 USC 9; 25 USC 13

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 70

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule establishes procedures for processing certificates 
of degree of Indian blood.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Bettie Rushing, Office of Tribal Services, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4400

RIN: 1076-AD78
_______________________________________________________________________




1564. TRIBAL REORGANIZATION UNDER A FEDERAL STATUTE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 473a; 25 USC 476; 25 USC 477; 25 USC 503

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 81

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule contains uniform procedures for conducting 
Secretarial elections for voting on proposed constitutions when tribes 
wish to reorganize, adopt constitutional amendments, ratify and amend 
charters, or revoke existing constitutions. This revision will 
incorporate changes to comply with Public Law 100-581.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Delores Springer, Office of Tribal Services, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-7435

RIN: 1076-AD46
_______________________________________________________________________




1565. PETITIONING PROCEDURES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9; 25 USC 473a; 25 USC 
476; 25 USC 477; 25 USC 503

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 82

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule contains procedures for submitting petitions that 
request the Secretary to call elections to amend tribal constitutions, 
issue charters, and other actions. The revision will allow the 
petitioners' spokesman to make technical changes to petitions in 
consultation with the Bureau and to change the petition format.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Delores Springer, Office of Tribal Services, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-7435

RIN: 1076-AD47
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1566. TRIBAL REVENUE ALLOCATION PLANS

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  25 USC 13

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Notifies the public of how tribal revenues are allocated.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/07/96                    61 FR 29044
NPRM Comment Period End         08/06/96

[[Page 22134]]

Final Action                    06/00/98
Final Action Effective          07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Skibine, Director, Indian Gaming Management 
Staff, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4066

RIN: 1076-AD74
_______________________________________________________________________




1567. TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNANCE

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  PL 103-413

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 1000

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will clarify how the Department and tribes will 
carry out their respective responsibilities under the Tribal Self-
Governance Act of 1994. At the request of a majority of Indian tribes 
with self-governance agreements, the Secretary has established a 
negotiated rulemaking committee to negotiate and promulgate such 
regulations as are necessary to carry out the Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Intent to Establish a 
Negotiated Rulemaking Committee 02/15/95                     60 FR 8806
NPRM                            02/12/98                     63 FR 7202
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Kenneth D. Reinfeld, Senior Program/Policy Analyst, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 219-0240

RIN: 1076-AD20
_______________________________________________________________________




1568. COURTS OF INDIAN OFFENSES

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9; 25 USC 13; 25 USC 200

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will add offenses and clarify the authority of 
Courts of Indian Offenses.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/05/96                    61 FR 35158
NPRM Comment Period End         09/04/96
Final Action                    06/00/98
Final Action Effective          07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bettie Rushing, Office of Tribal Services, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4400

RIN: 1076-AD76
_______________________________________________________________________




1569.  CORRECTION OF CODIFICATION ERRORS IN 25 CFR

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority:  5 USC 553

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 11; 25 CFR 256; 25 CFR 700; 25 CFR 11; 25 CFR 
151; 25 CFR 160; 25 CFR 140

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We are publishing this rule at the request of the Office of 
the Federal Register. The rule corrects technical errors at various 
locations in 25 CFR. The errors we are correcting include incorrect 
cross references and incorrect paragraph designations. None of the 
corrections will affect the substance of the rules in 25 CFR.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Strylowski, Management Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Office of the Secretary, Room 7229 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-3071
Fax: 202 219-2100
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1076-AD88
_______________________________________________________________________




1570. NAVAJO PARTITIONED LANDS GRAZING REGULATIONS

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 640(d)

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 161

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations are necessary for implementation of the 
livestock and grazing control provisions of 25 USC 640(d). In 1982 the 
Federal District Court for Arizona abolished 25 CFR 153 Grazing 
Regulation for the Joint Use Administrative Area and ordered the 
Secretary to promulgate new regulations for the control of grazing and 
livestock for the former Joint Use Administrative Area. Due to a lack 
of tribal concurrence regulations were not promulgated for lands 
partitioned to the Navajo Tribe. Navajo tribal concurrence has been 
recently obtained; therefore, the BIA needs to move forward with 
publication of these regulations. Any cost associated with the 
implementation of these regulations will be assumed within the BIA 
annual budget. Cost associated with compliance of the provisions of 
these regulations will be borne by the Navajo Tribe or its members. 
There is no associated cost to the general public.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/01/95                    60 FR 55506
NPRM Comment Period End         09/06/96                    61 FR 29327
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark Bradford, Chief, Branch of Agriculture and Range, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-3598

RIN: 1076-AC81
_______________________________________________________________________




1571. LEASING AND PERMITTING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 395; 25 USC 402; 25 USC 403; 25 USC 466

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 162

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will reorganize the existing leasing and permitting 
rule into subparts and incorporate the provisions on range permits and 
leasing required by Public Law 103-177.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/17/96                    61 FR 30560

[[Page 22135]]

NPRM Comment Period End         10/15/96
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark Bradford, Chief, Branch of Agriculture and Range, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-3598

RIN: 1076-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________




1572. RANGE REGULATIONS

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  PL 103-177

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 162; 25 CFR 166

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule implements the Education Trespass and Land 
Management portion of Public Law 103-177.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/03/96                    61 FR 27824
NPRM Comment Period End         10/01/96
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark Bradford, Chief, Branch of Agriculture and Range, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-3598

RIN: 1076-AD04
_______________________________________________________________________




1573. ROADS OF THE BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 47; 25 USC 318a; 23 USC 202; 23 USC 204

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 170

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau of Indian Affairs is proposing to revise 25 CFR 
part 170 to reflect the current Bureau of Indian Affairs and Federal 
Highway Administration policies for road systems on Indian 
reservations. This change is proposed to assure that funds are 
apportioned from the Highway Trust Fund for construction projects on 
Indian reservations roads in accordance with the relative needs of the 
reservation, and to encourage tribal self-determination.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/24/94                    59 FR 14030
NPRM Comment Period End         05/23/94
Final Action                    09/00/98
Final Action Effective          10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: LeRoy Gishi, Chief, Division of Transportation, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4359

RIN: 1076-AB05
_______________________________________________________________________




1574. IRRIGATION PROJECTS AND SYSTEMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 385

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 171

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule governs the operation and maintenance of BIA-owned 
irrigation projects. It is being revised as part of the President's 
reinvention initiative.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/05/96                    61 FR 35167
NPRM Comment Period End         09/03/96
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ross Mooney, Civil Engineer, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-5480

RIN: 1076-AD44
_______________________________________________________________________




1575. INDIAN ELECTRIC POWER UTILITIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 385

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule contains procedures governing the operation of BIA-
owned power utilities. It is being revised as part of the President's 
reinvention initiative.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/07/96                    61 FR 29040
NPRM Comment Period End         08/06/96
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Ross Mooney, Civil Engineer, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-5480

RIN: 1076-AD45
_______________________________________________________________________




1576. APPEALS FROM ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule changes the BIA delegations of authority and 
appeals process. The change will reduce burden on the tribes since 
there will be less confusion about how to file appeals and the 
processing of appeals within the Bureau. The revision will also clarify 
the rule and make it consistent with Bureau policy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/21/96                    61 FR 31875
NPRM Comment Period End         09/19/96
Final Action                    06/00/98
Final Action Effective          07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Bettie Rushing, Office of Tribal Services, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4400

RIN: 1076-AD50

[[Page 22136]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1577. ARRANGEMENT WITH STATES, TERRITORIES, OR OTHER AGENCIES FOR SOCIAL 
WELFARE AND RELIEF OF DISTRESS OF INDIANS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 454

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau is revising these regulations by rewriting them in 
plain English so that they will be more user friendly.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/01/96                    61 FR 33876
Final Action                    07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Larry R. Blair, Chief, Division of Social Services, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-2721

RIN: 1076-AD61
_______________________________________________________________________




1578. LEASING OSAGE RESERVATION LANDS FOR MINING OF MINERALS OTHER THAN 
OIL AND GAS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  PL 59-321

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This revision eliminates royalties for minerals not found 
within the Osage Mineral Estate and gives the Osage tribal Council 
authority for setting applicable royalty rates. This revision also 
replaces outmoded methods of exchange with modern methods and 
designates officials responsible for management of non-oil and gas 
minerals within the Osage Mineral Estate. The revisions will enhance 
the Department's management of the production of these minerals and 
eliminate inaccuracies in the current regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/08/96                    61 FR 41365
NPRM Comment Period End         10/07/96
Final Action                    10/00/98
Final Action Effective          11/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gordon Jackson, Superintendent, Osage Agency, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 918 287-1032

RIN: 1076-AD34
_______________________________________________________________________




1579. LEAD AND ZINC MINING OPERATIONS AND LEASES ON QUAPAW INDIAN LANDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  PL 66-359; PL 75-39

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 215

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will update the procedures for leasing and 
discovery testing, processing, developing, and mining lead and zinc on 
lands under the jurisdiction of BIA's Miami Agency in Ottawa County, 
Oklahoma. The revisions will assist affected Indians with the efficient 
development of their lead and zinc deposits without waste, avoidable 
loss, or damage to their natural resources, the environment, or other 
resources. The rule will also retitle 25 CFR 215.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/27/96                    61 FR 44019
NPRM Comment Period End         10/28/96
Final Action                    09/00/98
Final Action Effective          10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dennis Sisco, Superintendent, Miami Agency, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 918 542-3396

RIN: 1076-AD35
_______________________________________________________________________




1580. USE OF COLUMBIA RIVER FISH ACCESS SITES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  PL 100-581

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 247

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule contains procedures for permitting tribal use of 
fishing access sites on the Columbia River. These sites are required to 
allow tribes boat access to the river so that they may exercise their 
treaty fishing rights. The rule defines who may use the sites, 
permitted and prohibited activities, and health and safety standards. 
It also provides rules for using facilities located on the sites.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/28/97                    62 FR 55767
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chuck James, Area Archeologist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 503 231-6229

RIN: 1076-AD83
_______________________________________________________________________




1581.  USE OF COLUMBIA RIVER IN-LIEU FISHING SITES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 248

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule contains procedures for permitting tribal use of 
in-lieu fishing sites on the Columbia River. These sites are owned by 
the Federal government and are necessary to allow boat access to the 
river so that Indian fishers can exercise their treaty fishing rights. 
The rule defines who may use the sites, permitted and prohibited 
activities, and health and safety standards. It also provides rules for 
using facilities on the site.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/28/97                    62 FR 55767
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chuck James, Area Archeologist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 503 231-6229

RIN: 1076-AD86

[[Page 22137]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1582. HOUSING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 13

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 256

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This revision will simplify, streamline, and update the 
Bureau's housing program to make it more flexible and responsive to the 
needs of the tribes and the intended recipients of the benefits that 
the program provides.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/15/96                    61 FR 36829
NPRM Comment Period End         09/13/96
Final Action                    04/00/98
Final Action Effective          06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: June Henkel, Chief, Division of Housing Assistance, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-3667

RIN: 1076-AD52
_______________________________________________________________________




1583. INDIAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 1524

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 286

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Indian Business Development Program is being 
discontinued. Entities already having received grants must submit 
business financial statements. The rule is being rewritten in plain 
English to reflect this situation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/30/97                     62 FR 4497
Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Woody Sneed, Financial Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4796

RIN: 1076-AD70
_______________________________________________________________________




1584.  CLASS III GAMING PROCEDURES

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 13

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 291

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule establishes procedures that the Secretary of the 
Interior will use to promulgate rules for the conduct of Class III 
Indian gaming when a State and Indian tribe are unable to voluntarily 
agree to a compact; and the State has asserted its immunity from suit 
brought by an Indian tribe under 25 USC 2710(d)(7)(b).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/22/98                     63 FR 3289
Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Paula L. Hart, Department of the Interior, Bureau of 
Indian Affairs, Room 2070 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 219-4066

RIN: 1076-AD87
_______________________________________________________________________




1585. ADMINISTRATION OF THE INDIAN ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  25 USC 13

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 46

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These proposed regulations are designed to provide 
standardized administrative procedures for administering and operating 
Indian adult education programs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/30/87                    52 FR 49172
NPRM Comment Period End         02/29/88
Public consultation             01/23/91
NPRM                            08/25/94                    59 FR 44016
NPRM Comment Period End         01/31/95
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Garry R. Martin, Education Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-3478

RIN: 1076-AA15
_______________________________________________________________________




1586. PREFERENCE IN EMPLOYMENT

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  25 USC 479

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau is proposing to eliminate provisions relating to 
preference in employment because they expired on January 5, 1990.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/12/96                    61 FR 36671
NPRM Comment Period End         09/10/96
Final Action                    08/00/98
Final Action Effective          10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Bettie Rushing, Office of Tribal Services, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4400

RIN: 1076-AD05
_______________________________________________________________________




1587. INDIAN TRIBAL JUSTICE SUPPORT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  PL 103-176; 5 USC 301; 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9; 25 USC 13; 
25 USC 200; 25 USC 3601 et seq

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 92

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will establish a base funding formula for the 
distribution of appropriations under the Indian Tribal Justice Act. BIA 
will use this formula to determine the funding levels to be awarded to 
eligible Indian tribes for use in establishing or enhancing traditional 
or contemporary justice systems.

[[Page 22138]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Tribal Consultation             06/20/95
NPRM                            07/30/96                    61 FR 39607
NPRM Comment Period End         09/30/96
Final Action                    10/00/98
Final Action Effective          12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Bettie Rushing, Office of Tribal Services, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs
Phone: 202 208-4400

RIN: 1076-AD15
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1588. INDIAN HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM COMPETITIVE GRANT SELECTION CRITERIA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant.

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 181

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/24/97                    62 FR 55331

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Charles L. Jaynes
Phone: 505 248-5053

RIN: 1076-AD82
_______________________________________________________________________




1589. MANAGEMENT OF THE TRIBAL ASSETS OF THE UTE INDIAN TRIBE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 217

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn No further action will 
be taken at this time.          02/02/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dave Allison
Phone: 801 722-4300

RIN: 1076-AD37
BILLING CODE 4310-02-F
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Minerals Management Service (MMS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1590. ACCOUNTING RELIEF FOR MARGINAL PROPERTIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1735

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule allows reporters to seek accounting, reporting, and 
auditing relief for their marginal properties in accordance with 
section 117(c) of the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act of 
1982 as amended by the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Simplification and 
Fairness Act of 1996.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC30
_______________________________________________________________________




1591. TAKES VS. ENTITLEMENTS REPORTING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1735

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule addresses reporting and payment requirements for 
production removed and sold from a Federal lease, unit participating 
area, or communitization agreement beginning September 1996.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/99
NPRM Comment Period End         03/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC29
_______________________________________________________________________




1592. VALUATION OF OIL FROM FEDERAL MINERAL LEASES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et 
seq; 30 USC 1001 et seq; 43 USC 1301 et seq; 43 USC 1331 et seq; 43 USC 
1801 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would modify the valuation procedures for both 
arm's-length and non-arm's length crude oil transactions establish a 
new MMS form for collecting value differential data and amend the 
valuation procedures for the sale of Federal royalty oil. These changes 
would decrease reliance on oil posted prices and assign a value to 
crude oil that better reflects. reflects market value.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/20/95                    60 FR 65610
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/19/96
NPRM                            01/24/97                     62 FR 3742
Comment Period Extended         02/18/97                     62 FR 7189

[[Page 22139]]

NPRM Comment Period Extended to 02/24/97                    62 FR 19966
NPRM Comment Period End         03/25/97
Supplemental NPRM               07/03/97                    62 FR 36030
Comment Period End              08/04/97
Comment Period Extended         09/22/97                    62 FR 49460
Comment Period Extended         10/23/97                    62 FR 49460
Comment Period Extended         10/23/97                    62 FR 55198
Supplementary Proposed Rule     02/06/98                     63 FR 6113
Comment Period Extended         03/24/98                    63 FR 14057
NPRM Comment Period End         04/07/98
Final Action                    04/00/98
Final Action Effective          07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC09
_______________________________________________________________________




1593. ELECTRONIC REPORTING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et 
seq; 25 USC 3101 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 30 USC 
1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq; 31 USC 9701 et seq; 43 USC 1301 et 
seq; 43 USC 1331 et seq; 43 USC 1801 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 210; 30 CFR 216

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would modify the requirements governing forms that 
MMS requires for reporting sales, royalties, and production 
information. The revisions will specify the media required for 
submission of reports and broaden the use of electronic commerce 
reporting.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC40
_______________________________________________________________________




1594. CHRONIC ERRONEOUS REPORTING

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:  5 USC 301 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et 
seq; 25 USC 2101 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 43 USC 1801 et seq; 30 USC 
351 et seq; 30 USC 1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 
1301 et seq; 43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 216; 30 CFR 218

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule eliminates assessments for late reporting and 
failure to report and modify incorrect assessments. The new rule will 
define what is considered a chronic erroneous reporter and applicable 
assessments. Penalties for failure to report are also addressed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/99
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC34
_______________________________________________________________________




1595. TRAINING LESSEE AND CONTRACTOR EMPLOYEES ENGAGED IN OIL AND GAS 
OPERATIONS IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  43 USC 133

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would require operators and lessees to ensure that 
their workers (including contractors) are properly trained and can 
demonstrate their proficiency to MMS. Operators and lessees will 
determine the type of training, teaching methods, training length, and 
frequency. MMS will develop appropriate performance measures and 
indicators. These measures may include: written testing; hands-on and 
simulator testing; audits, interviews, or cooperative reviews; and 
incidence of noncompliance for civil penalty and events data.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC41
_______________________________________________________________________




1596.  REVIEWING EXPLORATION PLANS AND DEVELOPMENT AND 
PRODUCTION PLANS FOR COASTAL ZONE CONSISTENCY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend provisions specifying how States 
will review exploration plans and development and production plans for 
coastal zone consistency.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170

[[Page 22140]]

Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC42
_______________________________________________________________________




1597.  OIL AND GAS DRILLING OPERATIONS

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:  43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will be written in plain English, substantive 
changes will be incorporated, and the rule will reflect the results of 
the blowout preventer study.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC43
_______________________________________________________________________




1598.  REDESIGNATION OF 30 CFR PART 250

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:  43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will change the numbering of the entire part 250 - 
Oil and gas and Sulphur operations in the Outer Continental Shelf.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/98
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC45
_______________________________________________________________________




1599.  FILING FEES FOR REQUIRED RECORDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 256

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will address administrative changes pertaining to 
the former Atlantic OCS region and will require filing fees for certain 
lease transfer documents.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC44
_______________________________________________________________________




1600. ADMINISTRATIVE APPEALS PROCESS

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:  25 USC 2; 25 USC 9; 30 USC 189; 30 USC 285; 30 USC 
359; 30 USC 1023; 30 USC 1702 et seq; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1334; 43 USC 
1335

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 290; 30 CFR 243; 30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will eliminate the current regulations for MMS 
appeals and replace them with new regulations for appeals to the IBLA 
of actions taken by MMS officials. The rule will establish requirements 
for developing the administrative record, holding settlement 
consultations, paying a filing fee, and presenting arguments and 
documentation for use in deciding appeals.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/28/96                    61 FR 55607
NPRM Comment Period End         03/27/97
Reproposed NPRM                 06/00/98
Comment Period End              08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Hugh Hilliard, Chief, Appeals Division, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 202 208-2622

RIN: 1010-AC21

[[Page 22141]]

_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


Minerals Management Service (MMS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1601. AMENDMENTS TO STANDARDS FOR REPORTING AND PAYING ROYALTIES ON GAS 
AND THE GAS ANALYSIS REPORT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 301 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et 
seq; 25 USC 2101 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 30 USC 
1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq; 31 USC 3716 et seq; 31 USC 9701; 43 
USC 1301 et seq; 43 USC 1331 et seq; 43 USC 1801 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 202; 30 CFR 216

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To make the Royalty Management Program's regulations 
consistent with proposed offshore regulations to require gas reporting 
at the standard conditions of 14.73 psia and adjusted to 60 degrees 
Fahrenheit.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/03/97                    62 FR 16121
NPRM Comment Period End         05/05/97
Final Action                    05/00/98
Final Action Effective          05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC23
_______________________________________________________________________




1602. VALUATION OF GAS FROM INDIAN LEASES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et 
seq; 25 USC 2101 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 30 USC 
1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1301 et seq; 43 
USC 1331 et seq; 43 USC 1801 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will amend the regulations governing the valuation 
of gas produced from Indian leases. The primary purpose of these 
amendments is to ensure that Indian mineral lessors receive maximum 
revenues from mineral resources on their land consistent with the 
Department's trust responsibility and lease terms.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/04/94                    59 FR 39712
NPRM                            09/23/96                    61 FR 49894
NPRM Comment Period End         04/04/97                    62 FR 10247
Final Action                    04/00/98
Final Action Effective          08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Additional Information: This rule was developed using the negotiated 
rulemaking process which included representatives of MMS, Indian 
Tribes, States, and industry.

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AB57
_______________________________________________________________________




1603. VALUATION OF OIL FROM INDIAN LEASES

Priority:  Other Significant

Legal Authority:  25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 2101 et seq; 30 USC 181 et 
seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 30 USC 1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would modify the regulations that establish royalty 
value for oil produced from Indian leases and create a new form for 
collecting value and value differential data. These changes would 
decrease reliance on oil posted prices and make Indian oil royalty 
valuation more consistent with the terms of Indian leases.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/20/95                    60 FR 65610
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/19/96
NPRM                            02/12/98                     63 FR 6113
NPRM Comment Period End         03/23/98
Final Action                    12/00/98
Final Action Effective          02/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC24
_______________________________________________________________________




1604. REFUNDS AND RECOUPMENT OF OVERPAYMENTS ON OCS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et 
seq; 25 USC 2101 et seq; 25 USC 181 et seq; 25 USC 351 et seq; 25 USC 
1001 et seq; 25 USC 1701 et seq; 25 USC 1735; 25 USC 3716; 25 USC 
3720a; 25 USC 9701; 25 USC 1301 et seq; 25 USC 1331 et seq; 25 USC 1801 
et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 218; 30 CFR 230

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule allows MMS to pay interest on Federal onshore and 
offshore oil and gas royalty overpayments and makes interest charges 
more equitable between the payor and the recipient. Interest will be 
paid on overpayments related to royalty, rent, and estimates resulting 
from sales of Federal onshore and offshore oil and gas production.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC27
_______________________________________________________________________




1605. ROYALTY PAYMENT LIABILITY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et seq; 25 USC 2101 et 
seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 30 USC 1001 et seq; 30 USC 
1701 et seq; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1301 et seq; 43 USC 1331 et seq; 43 
USC 1801 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 211

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Responsibilities of Minerals Management Service include the

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collection of royalties, bonuses, rentals, and related revenues from 
Federal and Indian mineral leases. These monies are, for the most part, 
collected from the current designated payor on the lease. However, if 
MMS is unable to collect from the current payor, it must pursue 
collections from a prior payor(s), the lessee, or an assignee of the 
lease. Existing regulations are unclear as to the responsibilities and 
liabilities of the parties involved. Therefore, MMS is amending its 
regulations to clarify payor, lessee, and assignee requirements and 
responsibilities for Indian mineral leases and Federal solid mineral 
and geothermal leases.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/13/94                    59 FR 17504
NPRM                            06/09/95                    60 FR 30492
Comment Period Extended         08/30/95                    60 FR 45112
Comment Period Extended         10/03/95                    60 FR 56033
Final Action                    03/00/99

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AB45
_______________________________________________________________________




1606. SUSPENSION OF ORDERS OR DECISIONS PENDING APPEAL TO ALLOW FOR 
SELF-BONDING BASED UPON FINANCIAL SOLVENCY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et 
seq; 25 USC 2101 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 30 USC 
1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq; 30 USC 1721 et seq; 30 USC 1735 et 
seq; 30 USC 9701; 43 USC 1301 et seq; 43 USC 1331 et seq; 43 USC 1801 
et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 243

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Simplification and Fairness 
Act allows for self-bonding based upon financial solvency. Our proposed 
rule defines financial solvency and outlines the steps we will use to 
test for financial solvency.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/00/98
Comment Period End              02/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC28
_______________________________________________________________________




1607. SEISMIC REASSESSMENT OF CALIFORNIA OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF 
PLATFORMS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 250.145

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MMS has been investigating the need for platform seismic 
reassessment guidelines since the Loma Prieta earthquake. This rule 
will require an operator to ascertain the safety of a platform before 
making major modifications or after damage to a primary member.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/10/97                    62 FR 31538
NPRM Comment Period End         08/11/97
Final Action                    04/00/98
Final Action Effective          05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC17
_______________________________________________________________________




1608. POSTLEASE OPERATIONS

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:  43 USC 1334

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 250.1 to 250.29; 30 CFR 218.154; 30 CFR 256.1; 30 
CFR 256.4; 30 CFR 256.55; 30 CFR 256.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule is a complete rewrite in plain English and changes 
the current regulation by both adding and deleting language. Although 
some of these changes could be considered significant when compared to 
the current regulations, they support the policies and procedures now 
in place. The proposed rule is revised to be as broad and general in 
scope as feasible.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/13/98                     63 FR 7335
NPRM Comment Period End         05/13/98
Final Action                    03/00/99

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC32
_______________________________________________________________________




1609. BLOWOUT PREVENTER TESTING REQUIREMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1334

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 250.57

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule allows lessees up to 14 days between blowout 
preventer (BOP) pressure tests instead of the weekly tests currently 
required. MMS proposes this revision based upon a recently completed 
study of BOP performance. This study concluded that no statistical 
difference exists between 8- and 14-day intervals. MMS estimates that 
the revised testing time frame could save industry $20 million to $30 
million per year without compromising safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/15/97                    62 FR 37819
NPRM Comment Period End         09/15/97
Final Action                    04/00/98
Final Action Effective          05/00/98

[[Page 22143]]

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC37
_______________________________________________________________________




1610. PIPELINES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would implement the December 10, 1996, memorandum 
of understanding (MOU) between the Department of the Interior and the 
Department of Transportation. The MOU provides for the two departments 
to jointly regulate Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Pipelines. MMS 
regulations would pertain to each OCS oil or gas pipeline located 
upstream of the point at which operating responsibility for the 
pipeline transfers from a producing operator to a transporting 
operator.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/02/97                    62 FR 51613
NPRM Comment Period End         12/01/97
Final Action                    06/00/98
Final Action Effective          07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC39
_______________________________________________________________________




1611. OIL SPILL RESPONSIBILITY FOR OFFSHORE FACILITIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  33 USC 2701

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 253

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule requires responsible parties of offshore oil and 
gas facilities to provide evidence of oil spill financial 
responsibility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/25/93                    58 FR 44797
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/25/94
NPRM                            03/25/97                    62 FR 14052
NPRM Comment Period End         08/22/97                    62 FR 24375
Final Action                    04/00/98
Final Action Effective          05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC33
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions


Minerals Management Service (MMS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1612. PREPAYMENT OF ROYALTIES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1735

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule allows payors to prepay royalty in lieu of monthly 
royalty payments for their marginal properties with approval from the 
affected States. It will establish the criteria used by payors, States, 
and MMS to calculate, report, and monitor royalty prepayments.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/99
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/99

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC31
_______________________________________________________________________




1613. CREDIT ADJUSTMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et 
seq; 25 USC 2101 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 30 USC 
1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1301 et seq; 43 
USC 1331 et seq; 43 USC 1801 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 218

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will limit adjustments on royalty payments and 
determine the use of administrative offset for certain collections. 
This rule was expanded to include post-Federal Oil and Gas Royalty 
Simplification and Fairness Act of 1996 impacts on credit adjustments 
and administrative offsets after the initial proposed rule was 
published, so a new proposed rule will be issued.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/17/93                    58 FR 43588
NPRM Comment Period End         11/01/93                    58 FR 50301
NPRM                            00/00/00
NPRM Comment Period End         00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy, Chief Rules and Publications Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AB73

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_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Minerals Management Service (MMS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1614. ROYALTY RELIEF FOR OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF LEASES IN THE GULF OF 
MEXICO

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 202; 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 210; 30 CFR 216; 30 CFR 
217; 30 CFR 218; 30 CFR 250.175; 30 CFR 256.32; 30 CFR 260

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/16/98                     63 FR 2626

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC13
_______________________________________________________________________




1615. ALLOWANCES FOR TRANSPORTATION AND PROCESSING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH 
GAS VALUATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 206

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/16/97                    62 FR 65753

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Agency Contact: David S. Guzy
Phone: 303 231-3432

RIN: 1010-AC06
_______________________________________________________________________




1616. GAS MEASUREMENT AND COMMINGLING

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 250.181; 30 CFR 250.182; 30 CFR 250.184; 30 CFR 
250.183; 30 CFR 250.180

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn Combined with RIN 
1010-AC23.                      02/02/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AB97
_______________________________________________________________________




1617. OIL AND GAS PRODUCTION RATES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 250

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn No further action will 
be taken at this time.          02/02/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC36
_______________________________________________________________________




1618. GEOLOGICAL AND GEOPHYSICAL EXPLORATION OF THE OUTER CONTINENTAL 
SHELF

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.

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 251

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/24/97                    62 FR 67278

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC10
_______________________________________________________________________




1619. DEEP WATER ROYALTY RELIEF--TRACTS OFFERED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 28 
1995, AND NOVEMBER 28, 2000

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 260

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/16/98                    63 FR 12022

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum__ray.mms.gov

RIN: 1010-AC14
BILLING CODE 4310-MR-F
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1620. INDIAN LANDS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation:  25 CFR 200; 30 CFR 700

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend regulations to allow OSM to contract to 
the Navajo and Hopi Tribes certain functions relating to permitting 
mine plan review, bonding, and other functions authorized by the Indian 
land provisions of SMCRA. The rule is being proposed pursuant to a 
settlement agreement.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/99

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Suzy Hudak, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
Phone: 202 208-2713

RIN: 1029-AB83

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_______________________________________________________________________




1621. APPLICANT/VIOLATOR SYSTEM PERMIT INFORMATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 701; 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 774; 30 CFR 778; 30 CFR 
843

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement 
proposes to establish new regulations and amend existing provisions to 
clarify the role of the Applicant/Violator System (AVS) in the permit 
application process; amend the definitions of ownership and control and 
of transfer, assignment or sale of permit rights; establish procedures 
for successor in interest; and revise requirements for information to 
be submitted as part of the permit application process.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/28/93                    58 FR 34652
NPRM                            07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Stephen Sheffield, Chief, Division of Technical 
Support, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining 
Reclamation and Enforcement
Phone: 202 208-2883

RIN: 1029-AB62
_______________________________________________________________________




1622. ENHANCING AML RECLAMATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 707

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the definition of Government-financed 
construction in section 707. The definition concerns an exemption from 
the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act that is currently 
limited to construction funded with 50 percent or more by Government 
funds. This proposed change would have two impacts. It would create 
greater efficiency by allowing OSM to leverage limited Abandoned Mine 
Land Funds. It would also provide a means to address the abandoned 
unreclaimed refuse piles. The rule would facilitate reclamation through 
a new cooperative effort using resources and financing from the private 
sector.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/04/97                    62 FR 59639
NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Douglas Growitz, Hydrologist, Department of the 
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
Phone: 202 208-2634

RIN: 1029-AB89
_______________________________________________________________________




1623. OWNERSHIP AND CONTROL--REDESIGN

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1202 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 778; 30 CFR 843

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would succeed the April 21, 1997, interim rule 
promulgated to comply with the January 31, 1997, decision of the U.S. 
Court of Appeals. It will further clarify the definition and 
application of ``owned and controlled'' and ``owns or controls'' in 
permitting and enforcement processes. In developing this rule, we will 
examine current permitting and enforcement issues that may be ripe for 
review in order to ensure continued effective implementation of section 
520(c) of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/26/97                    62 FR 63044
NPRM                            07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Earl Bandy, Team Leader, Ownership and Control, 
Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and 
Enforcement
Phone: 606 233-2796

RIN: 1029-AB94
_______________________________________________________________________




1624. ABANDONED COAL REFUSE SITES--TITLE I

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 785; 30 CFR 829; 30 CFR 830; 30 CFR 845; 30 CFR 
870

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OSM will propose new regulations governing permitting and 
performance standards for on-site processing of abandoned coal refuse 
piles and operations for removal of abandoned coal refuse piles. The 
rules are required to implement section 2503(e) of the Energy Policy 
Act of 1992.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Douglas Growitz, Hydrologist, Department of the 
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
Phone: 202 208-2634

RIN: 1029-AB70
_______________________________________________________________________




1625. ALLUVIAL VALLEY FLOORS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 785

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would revise the requirements for determining 
whether mining is permitted on an alluvial valley floor (AVF). The 
revision should result in fewer instances where a taking occurs as a 
result of the prohibition against mining in an AVF. The provisions may 
substantially lessen compensation costs for the government.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

[[Page 22146]]

Agency Contact: Andy DeVito, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
Phone: 202 208-2701

RIN: 1029-AB85
_______________________________________________________________________




1626. CONTEMPORANEOUS RECLAMATION

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816; 30 CFR 780; 30 CFR 773

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend regulations to ensure that coal mine 
operators reclaim their operations in a contemporaneous manner using 
site-based contemporaneous standards.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: John Craynon, Chief, Technology Development Staff, 
Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and 
Enforcement
Phone: 202 208-2866

RIN: 1029-AB79
_______________________________________________________________________




1627. DAM SAFETY RULES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 816; 30 CFR 817

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule requires the surface coal mining permittee to have 
an emergency action plan (EAP) at the time a dam is placed in service. 
This would bring OSM's regulations on EAPs into compliance with the 
Federal guidelines for dam safety and the Department Manual. It ensures 
that EAPs are in place for all Class ``B'' and Class ``C'' hazard 
structures that may not necessarily be regulated by the Mine Safety and 
Health Administration but for which OSM is responsible.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Ruchi Kohli, Civil Engineer, Department of the 
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
Phone: 202 208-2971

RIN: 1029-AB92
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1628. REMOVAL OF 30 CFR 870.17

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 870.17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would remove the regulation at 30 CFR 870.17. The 
regulation governs the scope of audits conducted in connection with 
OSM's abandoned mine land program. OSM will continue to conduct audits 
of operators of surface coal mines under the provisions of section 
402(d)(2) of SMCRA and 30 CFR 870.16.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/10/97                    62 FR 47617
Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James K. Krawchyk, Chief, Division of Compliance 
Management, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining 
Reclamation and Enforcement
Phone: 412 921-2976

RIN: 1029-AB93
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions


Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1629. DEFINITION AND CRITERIA FOR VALID EXISTING RIGHTS

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 740; 30 CFR 745; 30 CFR 761; 30 CFR 772

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the portions of the permanent program 
which address the circumstances which constitute valid existing rights 
to mine coal in areas where Congress has otherwise prohibited mining 
under section 522(e) of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act 
of 1977. This revision is in response to a court decision in round III 
of the litigation on OSM's permanent program regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/31/97                     62 FR 4836
Comment Period Extended         05/30/97                    62 FR 29368
Final Action                    04/00/99

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Dennis Rice, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
Phone: 202 208-2829

RIN: 1029-AB42

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_______________________________________________________________________




1630. PROHIBITIONS UNDER SECTION 522(E) OF SMCRA

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 761

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will clarify the applicability of section 522 (e) 
of SMCRA to subsidence resulting from underground coal mining. Section 
522 (e) prohibits surface coal mining operations in certain areas 
designated by Congress, subject to existing rights.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/31/97                     62 FR 4864
Comment Period Extended to 08/
01/97                           05/30/97                    62 FR 29368
NPRM Comment Period End         06/02/97
Final Action                    04/00/99

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Nancy Broderick, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement
Phone: 202 208-2700

RIN: 1029-AB82
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1631. INFLATION ADJUSTMENT RULE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant.

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 723; 30 CFR 724; 30 CFR 845; 30 CFR 846

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/28/97                    62 FR 63274

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Andy DeVito
Phone: 202 208-2701

RIN: 1029-AB90
_______________________________________________________________________




1632. COAL MOISTURE

Priority:  Other Significant.

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 870

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/29/97                    62 FR 45920

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James K. Krawchyk
Phone: 412 921-2976

RIN: 1029-AB78
BILLING CODE 4310-05-F
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                          Prerule Stage


Bureau of Reclamation (RB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1633. RECOVERING THE VALUE OF RIGHTS OF USE AND RELATED ADMINISTRATIVE 
COSTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  43 USC 387; 31 USC 438a

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 429

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will include new requirements to comply with OMB 
Circular A-25, specify procedures for appealing decisions made by the 
Bureau, and make other changes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Larry Schluntz, Acting Manager, Reclamation Law 
Contracts and Repayments Office, Department of the Interior, Bureau of 
Reclamation
Phone: 303 236-1061

RIN: 1006-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Reclamation (RB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1634. ACREAGE LIMITATION RULES FOR TRUSTS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority:  43 USC 390aa to 390zz

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 428

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: During the recently completed Reclamation Reform Act of 1982 
(RRA) rulemaking, the Department of the Interior received a number of 
comments regarding the compliance of certain large trusts with the 
acreage limitation provisions of the RRA. Comments expressed a variety 
of viewpoints, including the assertion that some trusts with 
landholdings (owned and leased land) in excess of 960 acres may 
circumvent the requirements of Federal reclamation law. The Department 
has received comments on this issue from various parties and is now 
determining how best to proceed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/18/96                    61 FR 66827
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/17/97                     62 FR 7431
NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

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Agency Contact: Steven Richardson, Director, Policy and External 
Affairs, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation
Phone: 202 208-4291

RIN: 1006-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




1635. CENTRAL VALLEY PROJECT OF CALIFORNIA--PURPOSES, USES, AND 
ALLOCATION OF WATER SUPPLIES

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  5 USC 551; 5 USC 553

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 432; 50 CFR 1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will address water measurement, water conservation 
standards, water transfers, tiered pricing, renewal of long-term 
contracts, water banking and collection of payments into the 
restoration fund created by the Central Valley Project Improvement Act. 
This rule is being developed jointly by the Bureau of Reclamation and 
the Fish and Wildlife Service.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/02/94                    59 FR 39316
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/01/95                    59 FR 67265
NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Betty Riley Simpson, Repayment Specialist, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation
Phone: 916 979-2405

RIN: 1006-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Reclamation (RB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1636. REVENUES MANAGEMENT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  30 USC 191; 43 USC 375(e); 43 USC 391; 43 USC 392a; 
16 USC 835; 30 USC 355; 30 USC 1019; 43 USC 374; 43 USC 375; 43 USC 
394; 43 USC 521; 43 USC 501; 43 USC 562; 43 USC 525; 30 USC 603

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 403

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule specifies the appropriate crediting methods used 
for revenues generated by incidental use of Reclamation project lands 
and facilities in accordance with Federal law. It is being published so 
that water users have access to the legal requirements that the Bureau 
of Reclamation applies in the crediting of these revenues.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/12/94                    59 FR 46801
NPRM Comment Period End         01/13/95                    59 FR 58808
Final Action                    09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Alonzo D. Knapp, Manager, Reclamation Law, Contracts, 
and Repayment Office, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation
Phone: 303 236-1061

RIN: 1006-AA30
_______________________________________________________________________




1637. OFFSTREAM STORAGE OF COLORADO RIVER WATER AND INTERSTATE MARKETING 
OF STORAGE CREDITS IN THE LOWER DIVISION STATES

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 617; 43 USC 391; 5 USC 553; 43 USC 1501

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 414

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule will allow entities that hold Colorado 
River water use entitlements in Arizona, California, or Nevada to: (1) 
enter into interstate storage agreements with each other; (2) store 
Colorado River water off the mainstream of the Colorado River; (3) take 
delivery of the stored water in the future for beneficial consumptive 
use. The rule will facilitate more efficient use of the limited 
Colorado River water resource and increase the flexibility and 
certainty in Colorado River water management.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/31/97                    62 FR 68491
NPRM Comment Period End         03/02/98
Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dale Ensminger, Contract and Repayment Specialist, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation
Phone: 702 293-8659

RIN: 1006-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Bureau of Reclamation (RB)



_______________________________________________________________________

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1638. ADJUSTMENTS TO THE 1988 OPERATING CRITERIA FOR THE NEWLANDS 
IRRIGATION PROJECT, NEVADA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant.

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 418

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/18/97                    62 FR 66441

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Peoples, Acting Chief
Phone: 703 358-1718

RIN: 1006-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________




1639. MANAGEMENT OF LAKE BERRYESSA

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

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

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 430

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn No further action will 
be taken on this rule.          02/02/98

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ed Cramer
Phone: 303 236-1061

RIN: 1006-AA36
BILLING CODE 4310-09-F
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Land Management (BLM)



_______________________________________________________________________




1640. PLANNING, PROGRAMMING, AND BUDGETING

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:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1600

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will update and streamline the resource planning 
regulations of BLM. It will amend them to reflect BLM's reorganized 
field management structure, and will expressly allow management 
framework plans to remain in effect if they meet the requirements of 
law.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Ted Milesnick, Realty Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-7727

RIN: 1004-AC86
_______________________________________________________________________




1641. ADVISORY COMMITTEES

Priority:  Info./Admin./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:  5 USC app 1; 43 USC 1739; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1784

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will remove most or all of the regulation because 
it duplicates advisory committee regulations elsewhere in the Code of 
Federal Regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christopher Fontecchio, Regulatory Analyst, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD26
_______________________________________________________________________




1642. AUTHORITIES/MISSION STATEMENT

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:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1800

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will provide a mission statement for the BLM and 
consolidate in one part of 43 CFR a description of the statutory 
authorities underlying the program regulations of the BLM.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Frances Watson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5006
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD15
_______________________________________________________________________




1643. APPEALS PROCEDURES; HEARINGS PROCEDURES

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1701; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1840; 43 CFR 1850

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: BLM proposes to amend its regulations that govern 
administrative review procedures for protests of proposed decisions, 
contests appeals of BLM decisions, and hearings on the record. The 
proposed regulations would provide more consistent procedures for 
administrative review of BLM

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decisions, and would clarify when and how BLM decisions go into effect 
and whether an appeal will stay the effectiveness of a BLM decision.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/17/96                    61 FR 54120
NPRM Comment Period End         01/17/97                    61 FR 58160
Second NPRM                     04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christopher Fontecchio, Regulatory Analyst, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC99
_______________________________________________________________________




1644. CONVEYANCES, DISCLAIMERS, AND CORRECTION DOCUMENTS

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:  43 USC 15; 43 USC 1161; 43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1745; 43 
USC 1746

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1860

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will update portions of the existing regulation and 
eliminate outdated provisions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Ted Hudson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5042
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC82
_______________________________________________________________________




1645. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE; LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
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:  43 USC 1740; 31 USC 1601 et seq

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1880

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will update the regulations on payments to State 
and local governments in lieu of taxes to reflect changes in law.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Bill Howell, Accountant, Department of the Interior, 
Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-7721

RIN: 1004-AD23
_______________________________________________________________________




1646. LAND WITHDRAWALS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1714; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2091; 43 CFR 2310; 43 CFR 2370

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise the regulations on withdrawals and 
revocations of withdrawals to streamline operations and clarify the 
regulations. It will also amend the regulations to expedite the opening 
of formerly withdrawn lands to the operation of the public land laws.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C. Street NW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708

RIN: 1004-AC63
_______________________________________________________________________




1647. SEGREGATION AND OPENING OF LANDS

Priority:  Info./Admin./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:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2091

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will simplify and modernize the existing 
regulations on segregation and opening public lands that are involved 
in various transactions such as sales or exchanges.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C. Street NW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708

RIN: 1004-AC84
_______________________________________________________________________




1648. LAND CLASSIFICATION

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  43 USC 315; EO 6910; EO 6964; 43 USC 1411 to 1418; 43 
USC 869

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2400

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise 43 CFR group 2400 and redesignate it as 
part 1620. Most of these regulations are no longer needed because they 
contain either statutory reiteration or internal procedures best suited 
to the BLM Manual. Land classification can be accomplished through the 
BLM planning process.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of

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the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C. Street NW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708

RIN: 1004-AC78
_______________________________________________________________________




1649. DESERT LAND ENTRIES

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2520

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will transfer much of the regulation on entries of 
desert land to the BLM Manual if the underlying statute is not repealed 
as no longer practical.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C. Street NW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708

RIN: 1004-AC56
_______________________________________________________________________




1650. COLOR OF TITLE AND OMITTED LANDS

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:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2540

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: As part of its reinventing government effort, BLM proposes to 
rewrite the current color of title and omitted lands regulations in 
plain English. No substantive changes are proposed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ted Hudson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5042
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD00
_______________________________________________________________________




1651. RAILROAD GRANTS

Priority:  Routine and Frequent

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

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1201; 49 USC 65

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2630

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will remove these regulations in their entirety due 
to their limited usage.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ian Senio, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Regulatory Management Team (WO-
630), 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240, Mail Stop 401 L St.
Phone: 202 452-5049
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC76
_______________________________________________________________________




1652. ALASKA NATIVE SELECTIONS

Priority:  Info./Admin./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:  43 USC 1601

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2650

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise the regulations to clarify portions and 
remove those portions pertaining to procedural matters.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christopher Fontecchio, Regulatory Analyst, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC72
_______________________________________________________________________




1653. SALES--FEDERAL LAND POLICY AND MANAGEMENT ACT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1701; 43 USC 1713

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2710

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend 43 CFR part 2710 to provide for improved 
administration of sales of public land under the Federal Land Policy 
and Management Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jim Paugh, Realty Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 307 775-6306

RIN: 1004-AB77
_______________________________________________________________________




1654. USE; RIGHTS-OF-WAY

Priority:  Info./Admin./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:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2800

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will move material from existing regulations to 
manuals, notices to applicants, etc. This action will ease update of 
cost recovery schedules.

[[Page 22152]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ron Montagna, Realty Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-7782

RIN: 1004-AC75
_______________________________________________________________________




1655. RIGHTS-OF-WAY UNDER THE MINERAL LEASING ACT

Priority:  Info./Admin./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:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2880

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will move much of the existing regulations to 
manuals notices to applicants, etc. This action will ease update of 
cost recovery schedules. Materials will be combined with other rights-
of-way guidance.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ron Montagna, Realty Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-7782

RIN: 1004-AC74
_______________________________________________________________________




1656. LEASES, PERMITS, AND EASEMENTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1732; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2920

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the existing regulations to provide for 
improved administration of Leases, Permits and Easements under the 
Federal Land Policy and Management Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/21/90                    55 FR 48810
NPRM Comment Period End         01/22/91
Second NPRM                     02/09/95                     60 FR 7878
Second NPRM Comment Period End  04/10/95
Final Rule for Minimum Impact 
Land Use Permits Only           06/24/96                    61 FR 32351
Final Rule Effective            07/24/96
Third NPRM                      12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C. Street NW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708

RIN: 1004-AB51
_______________________________________________________________________




1657. COST RECOVERY; MINERAL FILINGS AND OPERATIONS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 351 to 360; 30 USC 1001 et 
seq; 30 USC 22; 5 USC app; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1734

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3100; 43 CFR 3200; 43 CFR 3400; 43 CFR 3500; 43 
CFR 3600; 43 CFR 3700; 43 CFR 3800

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend regulations for user fees for locatable 
minerals, mineral materials, and leasable minerals (solids and fluids) 
to adjust current fees or establish new fees in accordance with title V 
of the Independent Offices Appropriations Act of 1952 (user charges), 
OMB Circular A-25 ``User Charges'' and section 304 of the Federal Land 
Policy and Management Act of 1976.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/99

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Durga N. Rimal, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-0350
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC64
_______________________________________________________________________




1658. OIL AND GAS LEASING AND OPERATIONS

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:  30 USC 181 et seq

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3100 to 3160

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise BLM's current Federal oil and gas 
leasing and operations regulations, except those concerning drainage 
(section 3100.2-2), combined hydrocarbon leasing (part 3140), and oil 
and gas leasing in the National Petroleum Reserve--Alaska (part 3130), 
to: (1) use performance standards in certain places instead of 
prescriptive requirements. Performance standards allow more flexibility 
for operators and protect the environment and Federal royalty 
interests; (2) cite industry standards and incorporate them by 
reference rather than repeating those standards in the rule itself; (3) 
incorporate the requirements of the Onshore Oil and Gas Orders and 
national notices to lessees into the regulations to eliminate their 
overlap with the current regulations; (4) revise and replace BLM's 
current unitization regulations with a more flexible unit agreement 
process; and (5) eliminate redundancies, clarify procedures and 
regulatory requirements and streamline procedures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Ian Senio, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Regulatory Management Team (WO-
630), 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240, Mail Stop 401 L St.
Phone: 202 452-5049
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC94

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1659. OIL AND GAS LEASING; NATIONAL PETROLEUM RESERVE, ALASKA--
TRANSFERS, EXTENSIONS, AND CONSOLIDATIONS

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 6503; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3130; 43 CFR 3135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will make clear whether lessees may enter into unit 
agreements involving lands in the National Petroleum Reserve Alaska.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Erick Kaarlela, Senior Specialist, Operations and 
Inspection, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-0341

RIN: 1004-AD13
_______________________________________________________________________




1660. GEOTHERMAL RESOURCE UNIT AGREEMENT

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:  43 USC 1740; 30 USC 1001 et seq

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3280

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will rewrite unit agreement regulations, reduce and 
streamline information and permitting requirements, provide BLM maximum 
flexibility in permitting decision making to accommodate the full range 
of unitization scenarios, and reorganize the regulations to make 
specific requirements easier to find and understand.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christopher Fontecchio, Regulatory Analyst, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD10
_______________________________________________________________________




1661. COAL MANAGEMENT

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:  30 USC 189; 30 USC 359; 30 USC 1266; 43 USC 1733; 43 
USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3400

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will clarify and streamline policy on coal 
exploration and post-lease operations. It will reorganize and revise 
portions of the Federal coal management program regulations, including 
exploration licenses, lease suspensions, lease administration 
diligence, and exploration and mining operations on leased Federal 
coal.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Bill Radden-LeSage, Mining Engineer, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-0360

RIN: 1004-AD11
_______________________________________________________________________




1662. COAL MANAGEMENT: GENERAL (PUBLIC PARTICIPATION)

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:  30 USC 181 et seq

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3420

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the Federal coal management regulations 
by listing all opportunities for public comment in the coal leasing 
process.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Philip Allard, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-5195
Fax: 202 452-0399
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD27
_______________________________________________________________________




1663.  MINERAL MATERIALS DISPOSAL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
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:  30 USC 601 et seq

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3600; 43 CFR 3610; 43 CFR 3620

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise completely the regulations on mineral 
materials disposal to make them easier to understand. It will add 
provisions on recordkeeping and audit inspection, inspection and 
production verification, cancellation and suspension, appeals, and 
clarification of the rights of competitive or noncompetitive purchasers 
against subsequent claims on and users of the public lands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

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Agency Contact: Durga N. Rimal, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-0350
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD29
_______________________________________________________________________




1664. PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCES

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:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3622; 43 CFR 8365; 43 CFR 6600

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will consolidate into one part of the CFR various 
BLM regulatory provisions relating to paleontological resource 
management and rewrite them in plain English.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Carl Barna, Paleontological Program Coordinator, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-0325

RIN: 1004-AD03
_______________________________________________________________________




1665.  LOCATION OF MINING CLAIMS; ASSESSMENT WORK; PUBLIC LAW 
359 - MINING IN POWERSITE WITHDRAWALS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
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:  30 USC 22 to 54; 43 USC 1740; 43 USC 1201

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3730; 43 CFR 3740; 43 CFR 3810; 43 CFR 3820

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the mining claim recordation and annual 
fee collection procedures to conform to the Fiscal Year 1999 Interior 
and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. It will also consolidate 
duplicative portions of 43 CFR part 3700 et seq. into 43 CFR part 3800 
et seq., and remove the duplicative portions of these regulations from 
title 43.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The $100 annual maintenance fee and related 
provisions expire on 9/30/98. The fee and related provisions will 
likely be made permanent in the FY 1999 budget legislation. The 
existing regulations will have to be amended to conform to the 
legislation. BLM will take the opportunity to do long-delayed but 
necessary housekeeping of these parts of title 43 to consolidate 
duplicative sections.

Agency Contact: Roger Haskins, Mining Law Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-0355

RIN: 1004-AD31
_______________________________________________________________________




1666.  MINERAL PATENT APPLICATIONS; ADVERSE CLAIMS, PROTESTS, 
AND CONFLICTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
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:  30 USC 22 to 54; 43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3730; 43 CFR 3740; 43 CFR 3860; 43 CFR 3870; 43 
CFR 3820

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise the filing and administrative 
procedures for mineral patent applications. It will also revise the 
procedures for filing adverse claims or protests against mineral patent 
applications and for mineral-in-character challenges to non-mineral 
land entries.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This rulemaking was ordered by the Secretary of 
the Interior on November 14, 1997. Much of the language of these 
regulations has remained unchanged since 1939 and needs modernization.

Agency Contact: Roger Haskins, Mining Law Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-0355

RIN: 1004-AD32
_______________________________________________________________________




1667. SURFACE MANAGEMENT (LOCATABLE MINERALS)

Priority:  Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority:  18 USC 1001; 30 USC 22; 30 USC 42; 30 USC 612; 43 USC 
1061 et seq; 18 USC 3571 et seq

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3809

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule would: (1) redefine ``unnecessary and undue 
degradation'' to require the use of the ``best available technology and 
practices'' or other technology-based standards during the mining of 
locatable minerals and during the reclamation of mined lands, (2) 
incorporate performance standards for locatable mineral exploration and 
development, and (3) treat mining operations involving disturbance to 5 
acres or less in a more stringent fashion. fashion.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Robert Anderson, Deputy Assistant Director, Energy and 
Minerals Resources, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land 
Management

[[Page 22155]]

Phone: 202 208-4201

RIN: 1004-AD22
_______________________________________________________________________




1668. DISPOSAL OF RESERVED MINERALS UNDER THE STOCK RAISING HOMESTEAD 
ACT

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 299

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3814

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, October 13, 1993.

Abstract: This rule will establish new procedures for mineral 
exploration and development under the General Mining Law of 1872 on 
lands where the surface was patented under the Stock Raising Homestead 
Act of 1916 and the mineral estate remains reserved to the Federal 
Government.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Roger Haskins, Mining Law Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-0355

RIN: 1004-AC59
_______________________________________________________________________




1669. USE AUTHORIZATIONS (RECREATION)

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:  43 USC 1740; 16 USC 460l-6a

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 8370

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise the regulations on the issuance of 
special recreation permits for purposes of clarification and updating 
and will add regulations on the issuance of recreation use permits for 
the use of fee areas.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lee Larson, Recreation Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5168

RIN: 1004-AD25
_______________________________________________________________________




1670.  EMERGENCY FIRE AND DISASTER REHABILITATION

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 315a et seq; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 9240

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will make emergency rehabilitation project 
decisions effective upon issuance to minimize unnecessary delay in 
repairing damage caused by fire and other natural disasters, and 
avoiding erosion and other adverse impacts on public lands resulting 
from natural disasters.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Tom Roberts, Range Conservationist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C. St. NW., Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-7769
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD30
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Land Management (BLM)



_______________________________________________________________________




1671. DEFINITIONS

Priority:  Info./Admin./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:  43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will relocate definitions from various sections of 
BLM's portion of 43 CFR into a central section for general definitions. 
The new location will be in 43 CFR 1800. Several definitions that had 
been formerly repeated in various sections will appear as one 
consolidated definition.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/19/96                    61 FR 58843
NPRM Comment Period End         01/21/97
Final Action                    08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ted Hudson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5042
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC73
_______________________________________________________________________




1672. APPLICATION PROCEDURES

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:  43 USC 251; 43 USC 263; 43 USC 689; 43 USC 690; 43 
USC 1201; 43 USC 1374; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1820

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise the existing regulation to consolidate 
certain business practice rules and update to recognize modern 
technology.

[[Page 22156]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/01/97                    62 FR 51402
NPRM Comment Period End         12/01/97
Final Action                    09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Frances Watson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5006
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC83
_______________________________________________________________________




1673. NATIONAL FOREST EXCHANGES

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

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

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2202

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will delete 43 CFR subpart 2202 because it 
duplicates material contained in BLM's general exchange regulations and 
the Forest Service's land exchange regulations at 36 CFR 254. BLM also 
will extend the provisions of its general exchange regulations to 
National Forest System lands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/11/96                    61 FR 47855
NPRM Comment Period End         10/11/96
Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christopher Fontecchio, Regulatory Analyst, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC97
_______________________________________________________________________




1674. STATE EXCHANGES; NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM EXCHANGES; WILDLIFE REFUGE 
EXCHANGES; MISCELLANEOUS EXCHANGES

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

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

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2210; 43 CFR 2240; 43 CFR 2250; 43 CFR 2270

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will remove these subparts, which are merely cross-
references to the basic exchange regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/06/96                    61 FR 64658
NPRM Comment Period End         01/06/97
Final Action                    07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christopher Fontecchio, Regulatory Analyst, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC58
_______________________________________________________________________




1675. INDIAN ALLOTMENTS

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1201; 25 USC 334; 25 USC 336

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2530

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will convert existing regulations to plain English 
and remove those portions that relate to procedural matters.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/16/96                    61 FR 53887
NPRM Comment Period End         11/15/96
Final Action                    07/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C. Street NW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708

RIN: 1004-AC77
_______________________________________________________________________




1676. CAREY ACT GRANTS

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  43 USC 641 et seq

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2610

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will remove these regulations as they are 
inconsistent with present day management policies. Application of these 
provisions of the Carey Act would not be feasible due to limited water 
and suitable lands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/10/96                    61 FR 47725
NPRM Comment Period End         10/10/96
Final Action                    12/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C. Street NW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708

RIN: 1004-AC80
_______________________________________________________________________




1677. SPECIAL AREAS; STATE IRRIGATION DISTRICTS

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

Major: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2780

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will remove the establishment and operation of 
State irrigation districts from the regulations and relocate necessary 
provisions in the BLM Manual.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/13/96                    61 FR 48454
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

[[Page 22157]]

Agency Contact: Christopher Fontecchio, Regulatory Analyst, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC53
_______________________________________________________________________




1678. PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF MINERALS RESOURCES INFORMATION

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:  5 USC 552

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3000

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will remove conflicts between existing mineral 
regulations relating to public availability of mineral resources 
information and the Freedom of Information Act. The rule will also 
remove discrepancies among the various mineral regulations regarding 
public release of information.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/31/91                    56 FR 24767
NPRM Comment Period End         07/31/91
Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sid Vogelpohl, Asst. District Manager, Mineral 
Resources, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 601 977-5402

RIN: 1004-AB55
_______________________________________________________________________




1679. COALBED METHANE DEVELOPMENT

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 13368

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3170

Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, October 24, 1995.

Abstract: The rule will implement section 1339 of the Energy Policy Act 
of 1992. It will prevent conflicts in ownership of coalbed methane from 
impeding development of that resource by requiring pooling of 
development and payment of the proceeds into an escrow account until 
the ownership issue is resolved by a State entity of competent 
jurisdiction. The rule will also allow States to avoid the Federal 
regulations by promulgating their own regulations that substantially 
comply with Federal requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/15/95                    60 FR 47920
NPRM Comment Period End         11/14/95
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: David R. Stewart, Assistant Deputy State Director for 
Mineral Resources, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land 
Management
Phone: 703 440-1728

RIN: 1004-AC27
_______________________________________________________________________




1680. GEOTHERMAL RESOURCES LEASING

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:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3200

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will reduce and streamline permitting and 
informational requirements, provide BLM maximum decisionmaking 
flexibility on permit applications and processing, accommodate the full 
range of potential geothermal operations and development scenarios, and 
provide industry with greater flexibility in submitting applications. 
It will also provide more specific permit application information to 
allow more consistent interpretation of requirements by BLM and 
industry.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/08/96                    61 FR 52736
NPRM Comment Period End         01/06/97
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christopher Fontecchio, Regulatory Analyst, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD08
_______________________________________________________________________




1681. MANAGEMENT OF SOLID MINERALS OTHER THAN COAL

Priority:  Info./Admin./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:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3500

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will remove repetitive introductory material and 
combine the common provisions of the series of regulations of leasing 
of specific non-coal minerals.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/18/96                    61 FR 54384
NPRM Comment Period End         03/07/97                     62 FR 5373
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christopher Fontecchio, Regulatory Analyst, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC49
_______________________________________________________________________




1682. MINERAL MATERIALS DISPOSAL

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing

[[Page 22158]]

Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or 
duplication, or streamline requirements.

Legal Authority:  30 USC 601 et seq

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3600; 43 CFR 3610; 43 CFR 3620

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend current regulations to simplify and make 
bonding requirements easier to follow. It also adds a provision under 
which certificates of deposit could be used as a bond. In addition, 
some editorial changes will be made to make the rules easier to 
understand.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/02/96                    61 FR 40373
NPRM Comment Period End         09/03/96
Final Action                    08/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Durga N. Rimal, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-0350
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC68
_______________________________________________________________________




1683. HELIUM CONTRACTS

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3750; 30 CFR 602

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will require Federal agencies with major 
requirements for helium to purchase from authorized Federal helium 
suppliers and in turn require those suppliers to purchase a like amount 
of crude helium from the helium reserve, and set up reporting 
requirements for the agencies and suppliers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Shirlean Beshir, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-5033
Fax: 202 653-5287

RIN: 1004-AD24
_______________________________________________________________________




1684. GRAZING ADMINISTRATION; ALASKA; LIVESTOCK

Priority:  Info./Admin./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:  43 USC 315; 43 USC 315(a) to 315(r); 43 USC 1181(d); 
43 USC 1701

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 4200

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will remove obsolete regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/20/98                    63 FR 13608
NPRM Comment Period End         05/19/98
Final Action                    11/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Shirlean Beshir, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC
Phone: 202 452-5033
Fax: 202 653-5287

RIN: 1004-AC70
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1685. GRAZING ADMINISTRATION: ALASKA; REINDEER

Priority:  Info./Admin./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:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 4300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will convert the current regulations into plain 
English. No change will be made in the legal or policy content of the 
regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/01/96                    61 FR 56497
NPRM Comment Period End         12/02/96
Final Action                    09/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Frances Watson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5006
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD06
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1686.  WILD HORSE AND BURRO ADOPTIONS; POWER OF ATTORNEY

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  16 USC 1331 to 1340; 18 USC 47; 43 USC 315; 43 USC 
1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 4700

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will disallow the use of a power of attorney for 
the adoption of wild horses and burros.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/10/97                    62 FR 60467
NPRM Comment Period End         01/09/98
Final Action                    04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patrick Boyd, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C. Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 452-5076
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD28
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1687. SUSTAINED YIELD FOREST UNITS

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:  43 USC 1181e; 43 USC 1740

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CFR Citation:  43 CFR 5040

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend part 5040 by removing obsolete sections 
and rewriting the remaining sections in plain English.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/15/96                    61 FR 58501
NPRM Comment Period End         01/14/97
Final Action                    10/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lyndon Werner, Forester, Department of the Interior, 
Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 503 952-6071

RIN: 1004-AC93
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1688. MANAGEMENT OF DESIGNATED WILDERNESS AREA

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1701 et seq; 16 USC 1131 et seq

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 8560; 43 CFR 6300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the existing regulations to remove 
obsolete provisions, clarify and simplify the regulations, and add 
provisions on access to inholdings, rights-of-way, use of mechanized 
equipment by certain individuals, access by Native Americans.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/19/96                    61 FR 66968
NPRM Comment Period End         02/18/97
Final Action                    06/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff Jarvis, Wilderness Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-5189

RIN: 1004-AB69
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions


Bureau of Land Management (BLM)



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1689. OIL AND GAS LEASING; DRAINAGE

Priority:  Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority:  43 USC 1740

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will specify who has the responsibility for 
drainage protection, what it constitutes, and when it begins.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/13/98                     63 FR 1936
NPRM Comment Period End         03/16/98


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Donnie Shaw, Fluid Minerals Group, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management
Phone: 202 452-0382
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC54
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Bureau of Land Management (BLM)



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1690. ASSIGNMENTS

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.

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1800

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/01/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Carole Smith
Phone: 202 452-0367

RIN: 1004-AD17
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1691. QUALIFICATIONS

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.

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1800

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/01/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Carole Smith
Phone: 202 452-0367

RIN: 1004-AD18
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1692. BLM INSIGNIA

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.

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1800

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/01/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Frank Bruno
Phone: 202 452-0352
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD20

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1693. PATENT PREPARATION AND ISSUANCE

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

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

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 1862

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/05/97                    62 FR 59820

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Frances Watson
Phone: 202 452-5006
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC88
_______________________________________________________________________




1694. GIFTS; ACQUISITION OF LANDS OR INTEREST IN LANDS BY PURCHASE OR 
CONDEMNATION

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

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

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2110; 43 CFR 2130; 43 CFR 2090

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/06/97                    62 FR 52034

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Frank Bruno
Phone: 202 452-0352
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC98
_______________________________________________________________________




1695. STATE GRANTS

Priority:  Info./Admin./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:  43 CFR 2620

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/27/98                    63 FR 14874

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Frances Watson
Phone: 202 452-5006
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC71
_______________________________________________________________________




1696. RECLAMATION/TOWNSITES

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

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

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 2764; 43 CFR 2765

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/21/97                    62 FR 62266
Final Action Effective          12/22/97

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708

RIN: 1004-AC91
_______________________________________________________________________




1697. LOGICAL MINING UNITS: GENERAL; LMU APPLICATION PROCEDURES; LMU 
APPROVAL CRITERIA; LMU DILIGENCE; ADMINISTRATION OF LMU OPERATIONS

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.

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3480

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/20/97                    62 FR 44354

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bill Radden-LeSage
Phone: 202 452-0360

RIN: 1004-AD12
_______________________________________________________________________




1698. MINING CLAIMS UNDER THE GENERAL MINING LAWS

Priority:  Info./Admin./Other

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

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 3744; 43 CFR 3745; 43 CFR 3811; 43 CFR 3824; 43 
CFR 3825

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/12/97                    62 FR 65376

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christopher Fontecchio
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD05
_______________________________________________________________________




1699. WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS

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.

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 6400

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/01/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gary Marsh
Phone: 202 452-7709

RIN: 1004-AC87
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Office of the Secretary (OS)



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1700.  WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS

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:  16 USC 1278

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 39

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would establish uniform standards and procedures by 
which the Department of the Interior, through its agencies that 
administer rivers in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System (Bureau 
of Land Management, Fish and Wildlife Service, and National Park 
Service), will consider Federal licensing of, or assistance to, water 
resources projects affecting designated Wild and Scenic Rivers or 
Congressionally authorized Study Rivers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/98

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: John Haubert, Outdoor Recreation Planner, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 3230, 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4290
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1093-AA08
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Office of the Secretary (OS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1701. TRANSPORTATION AND UTILITY SYSTEMS IN AND ACROSS, AND ACCESS INTO, 
CONSERVATION SYSTEM UNITS IN ALASKA

Priority:  Other Significant

CFR Citation:  43 CFR 36

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/08/97                    62 FR 52509

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Russell Wilson
Phone: 907 257-2641

RIN: 1093-AA07
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