[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Environmental Protection Agency Semiannual Regulatory Agenda
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Part XXII
Environmental Protection Agency
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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
40 CFR Ch. I
[FRL-6238-9 ]
April 1999 Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions
AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency.
ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.
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SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) publishes the
Semiannual Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions to update the
public about our:
Regulations currently under development,
Reviews of existing regulations, and
Rulemakings completed or canceled since the last Agenda.
EPA believes that, if the people affected by rules take part in
developing them, we will produce rules that are clearer, less
burdensome, and more effective.
TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA MAILING LIST: If you would like to receive
copies of future Agendas, please call 1-800/490-9198. There is no
charge for the Agenda.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: We welcome your comments and
suggestions. If you have questions or comments about a particular rule,
please get in touch with the agency contact listed for that rule. If
you have general comments or questions about the EPA's rulemaking
process, please direct them to: Philip Schwartz (2136), Environmental
Protection Agency, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460; phone: (202)
260-5493, fax: (202) 260-5478, e-mail: Schwartz.P[email protected].
You can also get daily, updated information on current EPA
rulemakings from our Internet site on environmental regulations.
This site includes the text of proposed and final environmental
rules issued by the EPA and by other agencies. It also includes an
electronic version of this Agenda. The site is at http://
www.epa.gov/epahome/rules.html and is part of EPA's large
agencywide Internet site that we invite you to visit at http://
www.epa.gov.
We expect that the EPA web site will be an increasingly
important means of communication between EPA and the public. We
inaugurated this site about 4 years ago, and it has more than
100,000 documents and files currently available on-line.
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Table of Contents
Supplementary Information:
The Rulemaking Process
EPA's Regulatory Philosophy and Priorities
Impacts on Small Entities
What Actions Are Included in the Agenda?
How Is the Agenda Organized?
What Information Is in Agenda Entries?
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
The Rulemaking Process
Congress has created a number of requirements that agencies
must meet when they issue regulations. These requirements are
designed to support the creation of quality regulations and protect
the rights of people affected by agencies' rules. These
requirements are contained in the Administrative Procedure Act, the
Regulatory Flexibility Act as amended by the Small Business
Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act, the Unfunded Mandates Reform
Act, the Paperwork Reduction Act, the National Technology Transfer
and Advancement Act, and the Congressional Review Act. You can find
information on many of these statutes at http://
www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/.
President Clinton has also ordered that we meet a number of
requirements when we issue regulations. Of particular significance
for EPA rulemakings are Executive Orders 12866 (Regulatory Planning
and Review), 12875 (Enhancing the Intergovernmental Partnership),
13045 (Children's Health Protection), and 13084 (Consultation and
Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments). You can find
information on Executive orders at http://library.whitehouse.gov/.
We encourage you to take part in the rulemaking process to make
your views known and help us craft rules that:
Protect human health,
Preserve and enhance the environment, and
Meet environmental goals without being unnecessarily
burdensome.
In addition to contacting the expert responsible for developing a
particular rule, you also can comment on proposed rules that we publish
in the Federal Register. Once we have proposed a rule, we will consider
your comments and address them before issuing a final rule. To be most
effective, comments should contain information and data which support
your position, and you should explain why we should incorporate your
suggestion in the final rule. You can be particularly helpful and
persuasive if you provide examples to illustrate your concerns and
offer specific alternatives.
The Agenda also includes some of our more important guidance
documents. While these documents are not legally binding on EPA or
outside parties, they will guide our thinking in major policy
areas. We invite you to take part in developing these documents.
EPA's Regulatory Philosophy and Priorities
Since EPA's creation, the Nation made great headway in cleaning
up the air, water, and land. But as the next century approaches, we
are finding that many of the remaining problems are more complex
than those of the past, and they require more sophisticated
remedies. Because of this, EPA has reexamined its current public
health and environmental strategies to better meet the challenges
of today and the future. And because this effort comes at the same
time the President and Vice President are calling for a Government
that works better and costs less, EPA has had an unprecedented
opportunity to develop tough, new protections that not only solve
today's difficult problems but do so in cheaper and smarter ways.
EPA's efforts to develop a system that works better and costs
less are focused on five areas:
1. Greater public access to information,
2. More regulatory flexibility to obtain better results,
3. Stronger partnerships with States and industries,
4. More compliance assistance, and
5. Less paperwork and red tape.
We are pursuing these through every possible means, internally and
externally, and we can already see results.
Internally, EPA has streamlined its management, restructured
programs, and given EPA employees broader responsibilities. For
example, enforcers are emphasizing compliance assistance,
permitters are paying more attention to pollution prevention and
market mechanisms, and rule writers are
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developing public health and environmental protections that include
alternatives proposed by regulated entities. These are innovative
alternatives that are less costly but which still meet
environmental and public health protection goals.
Externally, EPA brings together stakeholders from businesses,
State and local governments, tribal governments, and labor and
public interest groups. The goal is to assure that all interested
parties can take part in the design of innovative, less costly
approaches to environmental and public health protection. This
stakeholder involvement fosters more creative solutions, promotes
local stewardship, and helps establish and strengthen partnerships
between the public and private sectors--all without sacrificing
environmental or public health protection. As compliance with
today's environmental laws comes to be regarded as a ``floor to
maintain'' rather than a ``ceiling to be reached,'' EPA is offering
incentives that encourage facilities to go beyond the minimum
requirements and continuously improve environmental performance.
As EPA develops this innovative regulatory system, we will
increase our focus on protecting the health of children, taking
into account their unique characteristics and vulnerabilities.
Under President Clinton's Executive order, EPA will evaluate
children's environmental health for economically significant
regulations. Further, as a matter of policy, EPA will also assess
potential risks to children for regulations that are not
economically significant. Following an inclusive public process,
EPA's Children's Health Protection Advisory Committee has
recommended to the Administrator five existing regulations for
reevaluation to ensure that they sufficiently protect children's
health.
Impacts on Small Entities
Regulatory Flexibility Act Considerations
The Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) as amended by the Small
Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act (SBREFA) requires that
we pay particular attention to the impact of regulations on small
entities (i.e., small businesses, small governmental jurisdictions,
and small nonprofit organizations). The RFA/SBREFA applies to rules
we are now developing and requires us to:
1. Convene a Small Business Advocacy Review (SBAR) Panel prior to
proposing any rule with the potential to impose a significant economic
impact on a substantial number of small entities (RFA section 609).
SBREFA also established the EPA's Small Business Advocacy Chair who
chairs each SBAR Panel. A SBAR Panel has four members: The Chair, the
Chief Counsel for Advocacy of the Small Business Administration, the
Administrator of the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs
within the Office of Management and Budget, and a senior manager from
the EPA program office responsible for the subject rule. In the case of
rules requiring a SBAR Panel, the Agency's small entity outreach prior
to the convening of a Panel culminates in the development of a summary
document that contains information on the potential impact of a
proposed rule on small entities, and particularly on the issues
referenced in RFA section 609. This summary then serves as the basis
for convening the Panel. The Panel then conducts its review, carries
out its own small entity outreach, and prepares a final report based on
the comments from the small entity representatives and the Panel's
deliberations. The Panel's final report is provided to the EPA
Administrator and is made a part of the rulemaking record. Rules listed
in the first appendix at the end of the Agenda may require Small
Business Advocacy Review Panels.
2. At the proposed and final rule stages of rule development, the
Agency must prepare a regulatory flexibility analysis for any rule
subject to notice and comment rulemaking requirements (RFA sections 603
and 604), unless the Administrator certifies that the rule will not
have a ``significant economic impact on a substantial number of small
entities'' (RFA section 605). A regulatory flexibility analysis must,
among other items specified in the RFA, identify the extent to which
small entities will be subject to the rule's requirements and describe
any significant alternatives to the rule that accomplish the objectives
of applicable statutes and which minimize any significant economic
impacts on small entities. We have listed in the first index at the end
of the Agenda all rules under development that may require a regulatory
flexibility analysis.
3. RFA section 610 requires that an agency review within 10 years of
promulgation those regulations that have or will have a significant
economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. We undertake
these reviews to decide whether we should continue the rule unchanged,
amend it, or withdraw it. We announce our forthcoming 610 reviews in
the ``Prerule'' section of the Agenda. We encourage small entities to
provide comments on the need to change these rules. We will consider
all of your comments as we decide whether to continue, amend, or
withdraw these rules. We particularly encourage comments by small
entities about how rules could be made clearer, more effective, or
remove conflicting or overlapping requirements with other Federal or
State regulations. Please direct your comments to the contact person
listed in the Agenda entry. If you have general questions about our 610
review program or suggestions for other rules we should review under
section 610, please contact Philip Schwartz (2136), Environmental
Protection Agency, 401 M Street SW., Washington, DC 20460; fax: (202)
260-5478, e-mail: [email protected].
Rules under Development Expected To Have Some Impact on Small Entities,
but Not a Significant Impact on a Substantial Number
In the ``Small Entities Affected'' section, we indicate whether
we expect an action will have an impact on small businesses,
governments, or nonprofit organizations, but one which is less than
a significant impact on a substantial number. In the second index
at the end of the Agenda, we list all actions that we believe will
not have a significant impact on a substantial number of small
entities but which will have some impact on small entities.
What Actions Are Included in the Agenda?
EPA includes regulations and certain major policy documents in
the Agenda. We do not generally include minor amendments or the
following categories of actions in the Agenda:
Under the Clean Air Act: Revisions to State Implementation
Plans; Equivalent Methods for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring; Deletions
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the New Source Performance Standards source categories list;
Delegations of Authority to States; Area Designations for Air Quality
Planning Purposes.
Under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act:
Actions regarding pesticide tolerances and food additive regulations;
decision documents defining and establishing registration standards;
decision documents and termination decisions for the Special Review
Registration process; and data call-in requests made under section
3(c)(2)(B).
Under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act:
Authorization of State solid waste management plans; hazardous waste
delisting petitions.
Under the Clean Water Act: State Water Quality Standards;
Deletions from the section 307(a) list of toxic pollutants; Suspensions
of toxic testing requirements under the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES); Delegations of NPDES authority to States.
Under the Safe Drinking Water Act: Actions on State
underground injection control programs.
The Office of Management and Budget has exempted most of these
actions from the Executive Order 12866 review procedures. There is
no legal significance to the omission of an item from the Agenda.
How Is the Agenda Organized?
In accordance with E.O. 12866, we publish the EPA Agenda of
Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions in April and October of each
year as part of the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and
Deregulatory Actions.
We have organized the Agenda:
First, by the law that would authorize a particular
regulation;
Second, by the current stage of development (proposal, final,
etc.); and
Third, by the section number of the statute which requires or
authorizes the rule.
The following 13 sections deal with 12 laws that EPA
administers and a thirteenth broader section called ``General''
that includes cross-cutting actions, such as rules authorized by
multiple statutes and general acquisition rules:
1. General
2. The Clean Air Act (CAA)
3. The Atomic Energy Act (AEA)
4. The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)
5. The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
6. The Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)
7. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
8. The Oil Pollution Act (OPA)
9. The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and
Liability Act Superfund (CERCLA)
10. The Clean Water Act (CWA)
11. The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)
12. The Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA)
13. The Shore Protection Act (SPA)
In each of these 13 sections, there are up to 5 headings
covering the following stages of rulemaking:
1. Prerulemakings--Prerulemaking actions are intended to determine
whether EPA should initiate rulemaking. Prerulemakings may include
anything that influences or leads to rulemaking, such as advance
notices of proposed rulemaking (ANPRMs), significant studies or
analyses of the possible need for regulatory action, announcement of
reviews of existing regulations required by section 610 of the
Regulatory Flexibility Act, requests for public comment on the need for
regulatory action, or important preregulatory policy proposals.
2. Proposed Rules--This section includes EPA rulemaking actions that
are within a year of proposal (publication of Notices of Proposed
Rulemakings (NPRMs)).
3. Final Rules--This section includes rules that are within a year of
final promulgation.
4. Long-Term Actions--This section includes rulemakings for which the
next scheduled regulatory action is after March 2000.
5. Completed Actions--This section contains actions that have been
promulgated and published in the Federal Register since publication of
the October 1998 Agenda. It also includes actions that we are no longer
considering. If an action appears in the completed section, it will not
appear in future Agendas unless we decide to initiate action again, in
which case it will appear as a new entry. EPA also announces the
results of our Regultory Flexibility Act section 610 reviews in this
section of the Agenda.
What Information Is in Agenda Entries?
Agenda entries include the following information, where
applicable:
Sequence Number: This indicates where the entry appears in the Agenda.
Title: Titles for new entries (those that haven't appeared in previous
Agendas) are preceded by a bullet (````). The notation
``Section 610 Review'' follows the title if we are reviewing the rule
as part of our periodic review of existing rules under section 610 of
the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 610).
Priority: Entries are placed into one of five categories described
below.
Economically Significant: As defined in Executive Order 12866, a
rulemaking action that will have an annual effect on the economy of
$100 million or more or will adversely affect in a material way the
economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the
environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or tribal
governments or communities. OMB reviews all economically significant
rules under E.O. 12866.
Other Significant: A rulemaking that is not economically significant
but is considered significant by the agency. This category includes
rules that are an EPA priority and rules that EPA anticipates will be
reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget under E.O. 12866
because they are likely to:
create a serious inconsistency or otherwise interfere with an
action taken or planned by another agency;
materially alter the budgetary impact of entitlements, grants,
user fees, or loan programs or the rights or obligations of recipients;
or
raise novel legal or policy issues.
Substantive, Nonsignificant: A rulemaking that has substantive
impacts but is neither Significant, nor Routine and Frequent, nor
Informational/Administrative/Other.
Routine and Frequent: A rulemaking that is a specific case of a
multiple recurring application of a regulatory program in the Code of
Federal Regulations and that does not alter the body of the regulation.
Informational/Administrative/Other: A rulemaking that is primarily
informational or pertains to agency
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matters not central to accomplishing the agency's regulatory mandate
but that the agency places in the Agenda to inform the public of the
activity.
Also, if we believe that a rule may be ``major'' as defined in the
congressional review provisions of the Small Business Regulatory
Enforcement Fairness Act (SBREFA) (5 U.S.C. 804; Pub. L. 104-121)
because it is likely to result in an annual effect on the economy of
$100 million or more or meets other criteria specified in this law, we
indicate this under the ``Priority'' heading with the statement ``Major
under 5 U.S.C. 801.''
Legal Authority: The sections of the United States Code (U.S.C.),
Public Law (P.L.), Executive Order (E.O.), or common name of the law
that authorizes the regulatory action.
CFR Citation: The sections of the Code of Federal Regulations that will
be affected by the action.
Legal Deadline: An indication of whether the rule is subject to a
statutory or judicial deadline, the date of that deadline, and whether
the deadline pertains to a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, a Final
Action, or some other action.
Abstract: A brief description of the problem the regulation will
address; the need for a Federal solution; to the extent available, the
alternatives that the agency is considering to address the problem; and
the potential advantages and disadvantages of the action.
Timetable: The dates (and citations) that documents for this action
were published in the Federal Register and, where possible, a projected
date for the next step. Projected publication dates frequently change
during the course of a rule development. The projections in the Agenda
are our best estimates as of the date we submit the Agenda for
publication. For some entries, the timetable indicates that the date of
the next action is ``to be determined.'' Dates in 2000 or later are
printed in the same form as other dates, using the last two digits of
the year.
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Indicates whether EPA has
prepared or anticipates that it will be preparing a regulatory
flexibility analysis under section 603 or 604 of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act. Generally, such an analysis is required for proposed
or final rules that EPA believes may have a significant economic impact
on a substantial number of small entities.
Small Entities Affected: Indicates which small entities (businesses,
governmental jurisdictions, or organizations), if any, may be affected
by the rule.
Government Levels Affected: Indicates whether the rule is expected to
affect levels of government and, if so, whether the governments are
State, local, tribal, or Federal.
Unfunded Mandates: Section 202 of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act
requires an assessment of anticipated costs and benefits if a rule
includes a mandate that may result in expenditures of more than $100
million in any 1 year by State, local, and tribal governments, in the
aggregate, or by the private sector. If we expect to exceed the section
202 threshold, we note that in this section.
Reinventing Government: If an action is part of the President's
Reinventing Government Initiative, we indicate it in this section.
Agency Contact: The name, address, phone number, and e-mail address, if
available, of a person who is knowledgeable about the regulation.
SAN Number: A code number that EPA uses to identify and track
rulemakings.
RIN: The Regulatory Identifier Number is a code number that OMB uses to
identify and track rulemakings.
The April 1999 EPA Agenda follows.
Dated: March 10, 1999.
Robert Wolcott,
Acting Assistant Administrator, Office of Policy.
General--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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3166 SAN No. 4056 Utilization of Small, Minority and Women's Business Enterprises in 2020-AA39
Procurement Under Assistance Agreements...............................................
3167 SAN No. 4180 Rewriting of EPA Regulations Implementing the Freedom of Information 2020-AA40
Act...................................................................................
3168 SAN No. 4270 Cross-Media Electronic Reporting (ER) and Recordkeeping Rule........... 2020-AA41
3169 SAN No. 3736 Revision to 40 CFR 35 Subpart A and Promulgation of Performance 2030-AA55
Partnership (State) Grant Regulation..................................................
3170 SAN No. 4128 Revision to 40 CFR 35 Subpart A and Promulgation of Performance 2030-AA56
Partnership (Tribal) Grant Rule.......................................................
3171 SAN No. 4191 Revision to EPAAR 1552.211-73, Level of Effort......................... 2030-AA64
3172 SAN No. 4226 Incorporating Informal Clauses (EP) Into the EPAAR..................... 2030-AA66
3173 SAN No. 3580 Incorporation of Class Deviations Into EPAAR........................... 2030-AA37
3174 SAN No. 3629 EPA Mentor-Protege Program............................................. 2030-AA40
3175 SAN No. 3876 Incrementally Funding Fixed Price Contracts............................ 2030-AA50
3176 SAN No. 3874 Revision of EPA Acquisition Regulations for Quality Systems for 2030-AA51
Environmental Programs................................................................
3177 SAN No. 3817 Implementation of Changes to 40 CFR Part 32............................ 2030-AA48
3178 SAN No. 3807 Consolidation of Good Laboratory Practice Standards (GLPS) Regulations 2020-AA26
Currently Under TSCA and FIFRA Into One Rule..........................................
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General--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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3179 SAN No. 4185 Electronic Funds Transfer.............................................. 2030-AA57
3180 SAN No. 4183 Agency Protest Solicitation Notification............................... 2030-AA58
3181 SAN No. 4184 Contracting by Negotiation............................................. 2030-AA59
3182 SAN No. 4186 EPAAR Coverage on Contractor Performance Evaluations................... 2030-AA61
3183 SAN No. 4187 EPAAR Coverage on Local Hiring and Training............................ 2030-AA62
3184 SAN No. 4188 Service Contracting--Avoiding Improper Personal Services Relationships. 2030-AA63
3185 SAN No. 3671 Guidelines for Carcinogen Risk Assessment.............................. 2080-AA06
3186 SAN No. 2662 Amendments to Part 22 Consolidated Procedural Rules.................... 2020-AA13
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General--Long-Term Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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3187 SAN No. 3240 Public Information and Confidentiality Regulations..................... 2020-AA21
3188 SAN No. 3933 Environmental Impact Assessment of Nongovernmental Activities in 2020-AA34
Antarctica............................................................................
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General--Completed Actions
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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3189 SAN No. 4215 Acquisition Regulation: Types of Contracts............................. 2030-AA65
3190 SAN No. 2939 Regulations Governing Awards Under Section 113(f) of the Clean Air Act. 2020-AA31
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Clean Air Act (CAA)--Prerule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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3191 SAN No. 4268 Control of Highway Diesel Fuel Quality: Advance Notice of Proposed 2060-AI32
Rulemaking............................................................................
3192 SAN No. 3553 Implementation of Ozone and Particulate Matter (PM) National Ambient 2060-AF34
Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and Regional Haze Regulations...........................
3193 SAN No. 4120 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Allowance System for Controlling 2060-AH67
HCFC Production, Import & Export......................................................
3194 SAN No. 3525 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Update of the Substitutes List Under 2060-AG12
the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program................................
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Clean Air Act (CAA)--Proposed Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
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3195 SAN No. 4105 NESHAP: Carbon Black Production........................................ 2060-AH68
3196 SAN No. 4110 Alumina Processing NESHAP.............................................. 2060-AH70
3197 SAN No. 4043 Control of Emissions of Air Pollution From 2004 and Later Model Year 2060-AI12
Highway Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines.....................................................
3198 SAN No. 4148 Conformity Pilot....................................................... 2060-AI14
3199 SAN No. 4219 Hospital/Medical/Infectious Waste Incinerators--Federal Plan (Federal 2060-AI25
Plan for Existing Hospital/Medical/Infectious Waste Incinerators).....................
3200 SAN No. 4246 Consumer and Commercial Products: Revised Schedule for Regulation...... 2060-AI30
3201 SAN No. 4251 Control of Emissions of Air Pollution From New Compression-Ignition and 2060-AI36
Spark-Ignition Recreational Marine Engines............................................
3202 SAN No. 3961 No Backsliding Rule for PM-10 Nonattainment Areas...................... 2060-AI39
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3203 SAN No. 4252 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Amendment to Halon Use, Halon 2060-AI40
Technician Training, and Halon and Halon-Containing Equipment Disposal Rule...........
3204 SAN No. 4253 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Process for Exempting Quarantine and 2060-AI42
Preshipment Methyl Bromide Used in the United States and Baseline Adjustments.........
3205 SAN No. 4254 Revision to the Definition of Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) to 2060-AI45
Exclude Tertiary Butyl Acetate........................................................
3206 SAN No. 4247 Revisions to Air Pollution Emergency Episode Requirements (Subpart H, 2060-AI47
40 CFR Part 51).......................................................................
3207 SAN No. 3263 Performance Warranty and Inspection/Maintenance Test Procedures........ 2060-AE20
3208 SAN No. 3262 Inspection/Maintenance Recall Requirements............................. 2060-AE22
3209 SAN No. 3407 Method 301: Field Validation of Pollution Measurement Methods for 2060-AF00
Various Media; Revisions..............................................................
3210 SAN No. 3082 NESHAP: Ferroalloy Production.......................................... 2060-AF29
3211 SAN No. 3569 Federal Implementation Plan To Control Emissions From Two Power 2060-AF42
Stations Located on Navajo Nation Lands...............................................
3212 SAN No. 3568 Environmental Radiation Protection Standards for Yucca Mountain, Nevada 2060-AG14
3213 SAN No. 3819 NSPS: Sewage Sludge Incinerators....................................... 2060-AG50
3214 SAN No. 3820 NESHAP: Plywood and Particleboard Manufacturing........................ 2060-AG52
3215 SAN No. 3970 NESHAP: Miscellaneous Cellulose Production............................. 2060-AH11
3216 SAN No. 3969 NESHAP: Municipal Solid Waste Landfills................................ 2060-AH13
3217 SAN No. 3966 Storage Tank Rule Revisions............................................ 2060-AH15
3218 SAN No. 3986 Consolidated Emission Reporting Rule................................... 2060-AH25
3219 SAN No. 3917 Transportation Conformity Rule Amendment: Clarification of Trading 2060-AH31
Provisions............................................................................
3220 SAN No. 3910 Streamlined Evaporative Test Procedures................................ 2060-AH34
3221 SAN No. 4046 Revisions to New Source Review (NSR) Regulations to Implement the New 2060-AH53
National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for Ozone..............................
3222 SAN No. 4022 NESHAP: Coke Ovens: Pushing, Quenching, and Battery Stacks............. 2060-AH55
3223 SAN No. 4106 Final Rule To Amend the National Emission Standards for Magnetic Tape 2060-AH71
Manufacturing Operations..............................................................
3224 SAN No. 4111 NESHAP: Fumed Silica Production........................................ 2060-AH72
3225 SAN No. 4102 NESHAP: Taconite Iron Ore Processing................................... 2060-AH73
3226 SAN No. 4104 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for the 2060-AH75
Hydrochloric Acid Production Industry.................................................
3227 SAN No. 4107 NESHAP: Asphalt/Coal Tar Application on Metal Pipes.................... 2060-AH78
3228 SAN No. 4113 NESHAP: Clay Products Manufacturing.................................... 2060-AH79
3229 SAN No. 4103 NESHAP: Organic Hazardous Air Pollutants From the Synthetic Organic 2060-AH81
Chemical Industry (SOCMI) & Other Processes Subject to the Negotiated Regulation for
Equipment Leaks.......................................................................
3230 SAN No. 4114 NESHAP: Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers Production................... 2060-AH82
3231 SAN No. 4098 NESHAP: Uranium Hexafluoride Production................................ 2060-AH83
3232 SAN No. 4119 Performance Specification 16--Specifications and Test Procedures for 2060-AH84
Predictive Emission Monitoring Systems in Stationary Sources..........................
3233 SAN No. 4082 NESHAP: Wet-formed Fiberglass Mat Production........................... 2060-AH89
3234 SAN No. 4003 Technical Change to Dose Methodology for 40 CFR 191, Subpart A......... 2060-AH90
3235 SAN No. 4070 General Conformity Regulations; Revisions.............................. 2060-AH93
3236 SAN No. 4077 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Reconsideration on the 610 2060-AH99
Nonessential Products Ban.............................................................
3237 SAN No. 4211 Tier II Light-Duty Vehicle and Light-Duty Truck Emission Standards and 2060-AI23
Gasoline Sulfur Standards.............................................................
3238 SAN No. 1002 NAAQS: Sulfur Dioxide (Review and Implementation)...................... 2060-AA61
3239 SAN No. 3470 Revision of Appendix W to 40 CFR Part 51............................... 2060-AF01
3240 SAN No. 3656 NESHAP/NSPS: Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine.................. 2060-AG63
3241 SAN No. 4243 Standards and Guidelines for Small Municipal Waste Combustion Units.... 2060-AI51
3242 SAN No. 3657 NESHAP/NSPS: Combustion Turbine........................................ 2060-AG67
3243 SAN No. 3461 NESHAP: Mineral Wool Production Industry............................... 2060-AE08
3244 SAN No. 3343 NESHAP: Iron Foundries and Steel Foundries............................. 2060-AE43
3245 SAN No. 3341 NESHAP: Cyanide Chemicals Manufacturing................................ 2060-AE45
3246 SAN No. 3346 NESHAP: Integrated Iron and Steel...................................... 2060-AE48
3247 SAN No. 3123 NESHAP: Wool Fiberglass Manufacturing Industry......................... 2060-AE75
3248 SAN No. 3326 NESHAP: Reinforced Plastic Composites Production....................... 2060-AE79
3249 SAN No. 3452 NESHAP: Miscellaneous Organic Chemical Production and Processes........ 2060-AE82
3250 SAN No. 3449 NESHAP: Chlorine Production............................................ 2060-AE85
3251 SAN No. 3467 NESHAP: Primary Lead Smelters.......................................... 2060-AE97
3252 SAN No. 3550 NESHAP: Manufacturing of Nutritional Yeast............................. 2060-AF30
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3253 SAN No. 3551 Amendments to General Provisions Subparts A and B for 40 CFR 63........ 2060-AF31
3254 SAN No. 3746 NESHAP: Paint Stripping Operations..................................... 2060-AG26
3255 SAN No. 3747 NESHAP: Boat Manufacturing............................................. 2060-AG27
3256 SAN No. 3749 NESHAP: Tire Manufacturing............................................. 2060-AG29
3257 SAN No. 3754 Petroleum Solvent Dry Cleaners Maximum Achievable Control Technology 2060-AG34
(MACT) Standard.......................................................................
3258 SAN No. 3821 NESHAP: Ethylene Processes............................................. 2060-AG53
3259 SAN No. 3823 Large Appliance (Surface Coating) NESHAP............................... 2060-AG54
3260 SAN No. 3655 NESHAP: Asphalt Roofing and Processing................................. 2060-AG66
3261 SAN No. 3837 NESHAP: Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Boilers............... 2060-AG69
3262 SAN No. 3651 NESHAP: Lime Manufacturing............................................. 2060-AG72
3263 SAN No. 3899 NESHAP: Friction Products Manufacturing................................ 2060-AG87
3264 SAN No. 3902 NESHAP: Semiconductor Production....................................... 2060-AG93
3265 SAN No. 3906 NESHAP: Metal Can (Surface Coating) Industry........................... 2060-AG96
3266 SAN No. 3905 NESHAP: Metal Coil (Surface Coating) Industry.......................... 2060-AG97
3267 SAN No. 3909 NESHAP: Fabric Printing, Coating and Dyeing............................ 2060-AG98
3268 SAN No. 3907 Automobile and Light-Duty Truck Manufacturing (Surface Coating) NESHAP. 2060-AG99
3269 SAN No. 3924 NESHAP: Primary Magnesium Refining..................................... 2060-AH03
3270 SAN No. 2841 NESHAP: Chromium Electroplating Amendment.............................. 2060-AH08
3271 SAN No. 3968 NESHAP: Site Remediation............................................... 2060-AH12
3272 SAN No. 3967 NESHAP: Spandex Production............................................. 2060-AH14
3273 SAN No. 3964 NESHAP: Leather Tanning and Finishing Operations....................... 2060-AH17
3274 SAN No. 3962 NESHAP: Manufacture of Carbon Black.................................... 2060-AH19
3275 SAN No. 3903 NESHAP: Vegetable Oil Production....................................... 2060-AH22
3276 SAN No. 3972 NESHAP: Rocket Engine Test Firing/Engine Test Facilities............... 2060-AH35
3277 SAN No. 3973 NESHAP: Flexible Polyurethane Foam Fabrication Operations.............. 2060-AH42
3278 SAN No. 3939 NESHAP: Group I Polymers and Resins and Group IV Polymers and Resins; 2060-AH47
Amendments............................................................................
3279 SAN No. 3479 Amendments to Parts 51, 52, 63, 70 and 71 Regarding the Provisions for 2060-AI01
Determining Potential To Emit.........................................................
3280 SAN No. 4218 NESHAP: Process Heaters................................................ 2060-AI35
3281 SAN No. 3613 NSPS: New Source Performance Standards and Emission Guidelines for 2060-AF91
Industrial and Commercial Waste Incinerators..........................................
3282 SAN No. 3751 NSPS: New Source Performance Standards and Emission Guidelines for 2060-AG31
Other Solid Waste Incinerators........................................................
3283 SAN No. 4245 Consumer and Commercial Products: Flexible Package Printing Materials: 2060-AI31
Determination on Control Techniques Guidelines in Lieu of Regulation..................
3284 SAN No. 3979 Review of Federal Test Procedures for Emissions From Motor Vehicles; 2060-AH38
Test Procedure Adjustments to Fuel Economy and Emission Test Results..................
3285 SAN No. 3673 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Reconsideration of Section 608 Sales 2060-AG20
Restriction...........................................................................
3286 SAN No. 3983 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Servicing of Motor Vehicle Air 2060-AH29
Conditioners: Standards for Equipment That Recovers and Recycles Refrigerants Other
Than CFC-12 and HFC-134a..............................................................
3287 SAN No. 3640 Supplemental Rule To Require Certain Products Made With HCFCs To Bear 2060-AF93
Warning Label.........................................................................
3288 SAN No. 4271 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Additional Steps to Conform U.S. 2060-AI41
Methyl Bromide Program to Obligations Under the Montreal Protocol and Recent Changes
to the CAA............................................................................
3289 SAN No. 3824 Metal Furniture (Surface Coatings) NESHAP.............................. 2060-AG55
3290 SAN No. 3825 NESHAP Miscellaneous Metal Parts and Products (Surface Coating)........ 2060-AG56
3291 SAN No. 3826 Plastic Parts (Surface Coating) NESHAP................................. 2060-AG57
3292 SAN No. 3827 Paper and Other Web Coating NESHAP..................................... 2060-AG58
3293 SAN No. 3904 NESHAP: Wood Building Products (Surface Coating)....................... 2060-AH02
3294 SAN No. 3908 Offset Lithographic Printing National VOC Rule......................... 2060-AH00
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Clean Air Act (CAA)--Final Rule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3295 SAN No. 4115 NESHAP: Chromium Electroplating Amendment.............................. 2060-AH69
3296 SAN No. 4159 Redefinition of Glycol Ethers Listed as HAPs Under the Clean Air Act, 2060-AI08
and Hazardous Substances Under CERCLA.................................................
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3297 SAN No. 4242 Acid Rain Program Permits Regulations and SO2 Allowance System: 2060-AI27
Compliance Determination..............................................................
3298 SAN No. 4267 Compliance Baseline Modification NPRM.................................. 2060-AI29
3299 SAN No. 4222 NESHAP: Ethylene Oxide Commercial Sterilization and Fumigation 2060-AI37
Operations............................................................................
3300 SAN No. 3626 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Amendment to Transshipment Provision 2060-AI46
in Final Rule Accelerating the Phaseout of Ozone-Depleting Substances.................
3301 SAN No. 4256 Revisions to Reference Method for the Determination of Fine Particulate 2060-AI48
Matter as PM2.5 in the Atmosphere.....................................................
3302 SAN No. 4066 Federal Plan Requirements for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills that 2060-AI50
Commenced Construction Prior to 5/30/91 and Have Not Been Modified or Reconstructed
Since 5/30/91.........................................................................
3303 SAN No. 3259 New Source Review (NSR) Reform......................................... 2060-AE11
3304 SAN No. 3549 NESHAP: Petroleum Refineries--FCC Units, Reformers and Sulfur Plants... 2060-AF28
3305 SAN No. 3412 Operating Permits: Revisions (Part 70)................................. 2060-AF70
3306 SAN No. 2915 Methods for Measurement of Visible Emissions--Addition of Methods 203A, 2060-AF83
203B, and 203C to Appendix M of Part 51...............................................
3307 SAN No. 3741 Service Information Availability....................................... 2060-AG13
3308 SAN No. 3743 Amendments to Part 60, Part 61, and Part 63 and Addition of Method 14A 2060-AG21
to Part 60............................................................................
3309 SAN No. 3744 Amendment to Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources; 2060-AG22
Monitoring Requirements (PS-1)........................................................
3310 SAN No. 3748 Consolidated Federal Air Rule for the Synthetic Organic Chemical 2060-AG28
Manufacturing Industry................................................................
3311 SAN No. 3808 Acid Rain Program: Continuous Emission Monitoring (CEM) Rule Revisions. 2060-AG46
3312 SAN No. 3900 Addition of Method 207 to Appendix M of 40 CFR Part 51 Method for 2060-AG88
Measuring Isocyanates in Stationary Source Emissions..................................
3313 SAN No. 3868 Federal Operating Permits Program in Indian Country.................... 2060-AG90
3314 SAN No. 3913 Revision to the Light-Duty Vehicle Emission Compliance Procedure (CAP 2060-AH05
2000).................................................................................
3315 SAN No. 3958 Addition of Opacity Method to Appendix M of 40 CFR Part 51 (Method 203) 2060-AH23
3316 SAN No. 4030 Expanded Definitions for Alternative-Fueled Vehicles and Engines 2060-AH52
Meeting Low-Emission Vehicle Exhaust Emission Standards...............................
3317 SAN No. 4123 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Source 2060-AH74
Category: Pulp and Paper Production; Amendments to the Promulgated Rule...............
3318 SAN No. 4096 Federal Implementation Plans (FIPs) To Reduce the Regional Transport of 2060-AH87
Ozone in the Eastern United States....................................................
3319 SAN No. 4095 Findings of Significant Contribution and Rulemaking on Section 126 2060-AH88
Petitions for Purposes of Reducing Interstate Ozone Transport.........................
3320 SAN No. 4073 Air Quality Index Reporting............................................ 2060-AH92
3321 SAN No. 4125 Electric Arc Furnace NSPS Amendment.................................... 2060-AH95
3322 SAN No. 4130 Acid Rain Program: Proposed Revision of Test Method 1, 2, and 2F for 2060-AH97
Measuring Volumetric Flow in Stacks...................................................
3323 SAN No. 4165 Optional Certification Streamlining Procedures for LDVs, LDTs, and HDEs 2060-AI15
3324 SAN No. 4078 Control of Emissions of Air Pollution From New Marine Diesel Engines At 2060-AI17
or Above 37 Kilowatts.................................................................
3325 SAN No. 4206 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Incorporation of Montreal Protocol 2060-AI24
Adjustment for a 1999 Interim Reduction in Class I, Group VI Controlled Substances....
3326 SAN No. 3638 Revision of EPA's Radiological Emergency Response Plan................. 2060-AI49
3327 SAN No. 3105 Amendments--Integrated NESHAP and Effluent Guidelines: Pulp and Paper.. 2060-AD03
3328 SAN No. 3229 NESHAP: Oil and Natural Gas Production and Natural Gas Transmission and 2060-AE34
Storage...............................................................................
3329 SAN No. 3228 NESHAP for the Manufacturing of Amino and Phenolic Resins (Polymers and 2060-AE36
Resins Group III).....................................................................
3330 SAN No. 3303 NESHAP: Phosphoric Acid Manufacturing.................................. 2060-AE40
3331 SAN No. 3345 NESHAP: Steel Pickling, HC1 Process.................................... 2060-AE41
3332 SAN No. 3304 NESHAP: Phosphate Fertilizers Production............................... 2060-AE44
3333 SAN No. 3340 NESHAP: Primary Copper Smelting........................................ 2060-AE46
3334 SAN No. 3078 NESHAP: Secondary Aluminum Industry.................................... 2060-AE77
3335 SAN No. 3079 NESHAP: Portland Cement Manufacturing.................................. 2060-AE78
3336 SAN No. 3408 NESHAP: Polyether Polyols Production................................... 2060-AE81
3337 SAN No. 3450 NESHAP: Pesticide Active Ingredient Production (Production of 2060-AE84
Agricultural Chemicals)...............................................................
3338 SAN No. 3378 NESHAP: Acrylic/Modacrylic Fibers Manufacturing........................ 2060-AF06
3339 SAN No. 3465 NESHAP: Polycarbonates Production...................................... 2060-AF09
3340 SAN No. 3377 NESHAP: Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW).......................... 2060-AF26
3341 SAN No. 3829 Revisions to the Regulation for Approval of State Programs and 2060-AG60
Delegation of Federal Authorities 112(l)..............................................
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3342 SAN No. 3901 Generic MACT for Source Categories (Acrylic Modacrylic Fibers, 2060-AG91
Polycarbonates, Hydrogen Fluoride, and Acetal Resins).................................
3343 SAN No. 3654 NESHAP: Hydrogen Fluoride Production................................... 2060-AG94
3344 SAN No. 3959 National Strategy for Urban Area Sources of Toxic Air Emissions........ 2060-AH21
3345 SAN No. 4162 NESHAP: Oil and Natural Gas Production and NESHAP: Natural Gas 2060-AI13
Transmission and Storage, Amendments to Proposed Rule.................................
3346 SAN No. 3610 Transportation Conformity Rule Amendment and Solicitation for 2060-AG79
Participation in the Pilot Program....................................................
3347 SAN No. 3828 Reduction of Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Emissions From Coatings 2060-AG59
Used in the Aerospace, Wood Furniture, and Shipbuilding Industries Under Clean Air Act
Section 183(e)........................................................................
3348 SAN No. 2665 Importation of Nonconforming Vehicles; Amendments to Regulations....... 2060-AI03
3349 SAN No. 3361 Nonroad Spark-Ignition Engines At or Below 19 Kilowatts (25 Horsepower) 2060-AE29
(Phase 2).............................................................................
3350 SAN No. 3556 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Supplemental Rule Regarding a 2060-AF36
Recycling Standard Under Section 608..................................................
3351 SAN No. 3560 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Refrigerant Recycling Rule Amendment 2060-AF37
To Include Substitute Refrigerants....................................................
3352 SAN No. 4108 NESHAP: Off-Site Waste and Recovery Operations; Final Rule--Settlement 2060-AH96
Agreement; and NESHAP for Off-Site Waste and Recovery Operations; Technical Amendments
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Clean Air Act (CAA)--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3353 SAN No. 4154 Control of Emissions From Nonroad Spark-Ignition Engines Rated Over 19 2060-AI11
kW and New Land-Based Recreational Spark-Ignition Engines.............................
3354 SAN No. 4244 Amendment to Regulations Governing Equivalent Emission Limitations by 2060-AI28
Permit................................................................................
3355 SAN No. 4266 Review National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Carbon Monoxide...... 2060-AI43
3356 SAN No. 4255 Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate 2060-AI44
Matter................................................................................
3357 SAN No. 3380 NSPS: Synthetic Organic Chemicals Manufacturing Industry-- Wastewater.. 2060-AE94
3358 SAN No. 3649 Amendments to Method 24 (Water-Based Coatings)......................... 2060-AF72
3359 SAN No. 3637 Federal Implementation Plan (FIP) To Control Emissions From Sources 2060-AF84
Located on the Fort Hall Indian Reservation...........................................
3360 SAN No. 3922 Revised Permit Revision Procedures for the Federal Operating Permits 2060-AG92
Program...............................................................................
3361 SAN No. 3975 Review of Minor New Sources and Modifications in Indian Country........ 2060-AH37
3362 SAN No. 4045 Rulemaking To Modify the List of Source Categories From Which Fugitive 2060-AH58
Emissions Are Considered in Major Source Determinations...............................
3363 SAN No. 4112 NESHAP: Hydrogen Chloride Production................................... 2060-AH80
3364 SAN No. 3652 NESHAP: Refractories Manufacturing..................................... 2060-AG68
3365 SAN No. 3971 NESHAP: Organic Liquid Distribution.................................... 2060-AH41
3366 SAN No. 4240 NESHAP: Chemical Recovery Combustion Sources at Kraft, Soda, Sulfite 2060-AI34
and Stand Alone Semichemical Pulp Mills...............................................
3367 SAN No. 2937 Field Citation Program................................................. 2020-AA32
3368 SAN No. 3919 Prevention of Significant Deterioration of Air Quality: Permit 2060-AH01
Application Review Procedures for Non-Federal Class I Areas...........................
3369 SAN No. 3139 Location of Selective Enforcement Audits of Foreign Manufactured 2060-AD90
Vehicles and Engines; Amendment.......................................................
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Clean Air Act (CAA)--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3370 SAN No. 4213 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Allocation of 1999 Essential Use 2060-AI26
Allowances............................................................................
3371 SAN No. 3516 Comprehensive Radiation Waste Management Regulation.................... 2060-AF41
3372 SAN No. 3573 Acid Rain Program: Deletion of Certain Units........................... 2060-AF46
3373 SAN No. 3643 Sales Volume Limit Provisions for Small-Volume Manufacture 2060-AF87
Certification for Clean Fuel and Conventional Vehicle Conversions and Related
Provisions............................................................................
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3374 SAN No. 3750 Amendments to Residential Wood Heaters................................. 2060-AG30
3375 SAN No. 3835 Amendment to the User Fees for Radon Proficiency Programs Rule......... 2060-AG64
3376 SAN No. 3898 1998 Revision of Acid Rain Allowance Allocations....................... 2060-AG86
3377 SAN No. 3945 Finding of Significant Contribution and Rulemaking for Certain States 2060-AH10
in the Ozone Transport Assessment Group (OTAG) Region for Purposes of Reducing
Regional Transport of Ozone...........................................................
3378 SAN No. 3977 Revisions to Clarify the Permit Content Requirements for State 2060-AH46
Operating Permits.....................................................................
3379 SAN No. 4052 Revisions to the Permits and Sulfur Dioxide Allowance System 2060-AH60
Regulations Under Title IV of the Clean Air Act: Allowance Transfer...................
3380 SAN No. 4067 Acid Rain Program: Determination on Section 75.7 (EPA Study of Bias 2060-AH64
Test) and Section 75.8 (Relative Accuracy and Availability Analysis)..................
3381 SAN No. 4126 NESHAP: Wood Furniture Manufacturing Operations, Amendments............ 2060-AH66
3382 SAN No. 4116 NESHAP: Ammonium Sulphate Production (Caprolactam By-Product).......... 2060-AH77
3383 SAN No. 4076 Supplemental Rulemaking for Certain States in the Ozone Transport 2060-AH91
Assessment Group Region for Purposes of Reducing Regional Transport of Ozone..........
3384 SAN No. 3893 Review of Operating Permits Issued by Indian Tribes.................... 2060-AH98
3385 SAN No. 3951 Control of Emissions From New Nonroad Spark-Ignition Engines At or 2060-AI02
Below 19 Kilowatts, Minor Amendments to the Phase I Emission Standards................
3386 SAN No. 4129 Notice of Promulgated Compliance Extension: Halogenated Solvent........ 2060-AI04
3387 SAN No. 4136 Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources; New Residential 2060-AI05
Wood Heaters (Completed Regulatory Flexibility Act Review)............................
3388 SAN No. 3740 Transportation Conformity Rule Amendments: Flexibility and Streamlining 2060-AI16
3389 SAN No. 3338 NESHAP: Flexible Polyurethane Foam Production.......................... 2060-AE86
3390 SAN No. 2547 NESHAP: Radon Emissions From Phosphogypsum Stacks...................... 2060-AF04
3391 SAN No. 3836 NESHAP: Aerospace Technical Amendments................................. 2060-AG65
3392 SAN No. 3872 Industrial Combustion Coordinated Rulemaking--ICCR Project............. 2060-AG84
3393 SAN No. 3604 Standards for Reformulated and Conventional Gasoline, Individual 2060-AG80
Baseline Fuel Adjustments.............................................................
3394 SAN No. 3281 National VOC Emission Standards for Automobile Refinish Coatings....... 2060-AE35
3395 SAN No. 3351 VOC Regulation for Architectural Coatings.............................. 2060-AE55
3396 SAN No. 3658 National VOC Emission Standards for Consumer Products.................. 2060-AF62
3397 SAN No. 3645 Control of Emissions of Air Pollution From Highway Heavy-Duty Engines 2060-AF76
and Diesel Engines....................................................................
3398 SAN No. 3091 Specification of Substantially Similar Definition for Diesel Fuels..... 2060-AD77
3399 SAN No. 3843 Revision to the Covered Areas Provision for Reformulated Gasoline...... 2060-AG77
3400 SAN No. 3842 Applicability of On-Highway Heavy-Duty Certified Engines for Use in 2060-AG78
Nonroad Heavy-Duty Vehicles and Equipment; Amendment..................................
3401 SAN No. 3352 NSPS: Nitrogen Oxide Emissions From Fossil-Fuel Fired Steam Generating 2060-AE56
Units--Revision.......................................................................
3402 SAN No. 3792 Technical Amendments to Hazardous Waste TSDF & Hazardous Waste 2060-AG44
Generators: Organic Air Emission Standards for Tanks, Surface Impoundments &
Containers............................................................................
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Atomic Energy Act (AEA)--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3403 SAN No. 4054 Radiation Waste Management Regulation.................................. 2060-AH63
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Atomic Energy Act (AEA)--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3404 SAN No. 3602 Protective Action Guidance for Drinking Water.......................... 2060-AF39
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Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)--Prerule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3405 SAN No. 4170 Pesticides; Procedures for Registration Review Program................. 2070-AD29
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Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3406 SAN No. 3892 Registration Requirements for Antimicrobial Pesticide Products; and 2070-AD14
Other Pesticide Regulatory Changes....................................................
3407 SAN No. 4027 Pesticides; Tolerance Processing Fees.................................. 2070-AD23
3408 SAN No. 4175 Pesticide Tolerance Reassessment Program............................... 2070-AD24
3409 SAN No. 4143 Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program.................................. 2070-AD26
3410 SAN No. 4216 Regulatory Review of Pesticide Emergency Exemption Regulations......... 2070-AD36
3411 SAN No. 4260 Status of Pesticide-Treated Seeds under FIFRA.......................... 2070-AD37
3412 SAN No. 3890 Tolerances for Pesticide Emergency Exemptions.......................... 2070-AD15
3413 SAN No. 2687 Data Requirements for Pesticide Registration (Revision)................ 2070-AC12
3414 SAN No. 4173 Data Requirements for Antimicrobial Registrations...................... 2070-AD30
3415 SAN No. 2659 Pesticide Management and Disposal: Standards for Pesticide Containers 2070-AB95
and Containment.......................................................................
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Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3416 SAN No. 3731 WPS; Pesticide Worker Protection Standard; Glove Amendment............. 2070-AC93
3417 SAN No. 2684 Plant Pesticide Regulations Under FIFRA and FFDCA...................... 2070-AC02
3418 SAN No. 3222 Ground Water and Pesticide Management Plan............................. 2070-AC46
3419 SAN No. 3432 Pesticide Management and Disposal...................................... 2020-AA33
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Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3420 SAN No. 4026 Exemption of Certain Pesticide Substances From FIFRA Requirements...... 2070-AD21
3421 SAN No. 2720 Policy or Procedures for Notification to the Agency of Stored 2020-AA29
Pesticides With Cancelled or Suspended Registration...................................
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Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3422 SAN No. 3735 The 10-Acre Limitation for Pesticide Small-Scale Field Testing......... 2070-AC99
3423 SAN No. 1640 WPS; Pesticide Worker Protection Standards; Pesticide Hazard 2070-AC34
Communication.........................................................................
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Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3424 SAN No. 4176 Chemical Right-to-Know Initiative...................................... 2070-AD25
3425 SAN No. 4174 TSCA Section 4 Enforceable Consent Agreement for Certain Oxygenated 2070-AD28
Fuel Additives........................................................................
3426 SAN No. 4015 TRI; Review of Chemicals on the Original TRI List...................... 2070-AD18
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3427 SAN No. 3301 TSCA Inventory Update Rule Amendments.................................. 2070-AC61
3428 SAN No. 3244 Lead-Based Paint Activities Rules; Training, Accreditation, and 2070-AC64
Certification Rule and Model State Plan Rule--Building and Structures.................
3429 SAN No. 3243 Lead; Over of Rulemakings Under TSCA Section 402, Lead-Based Paint 2070-AD06
Activities for the Regulatory Plan....................................................
3430 SAN No. 3990 Multi-Chemical Test Rule; High Production Volume Chemicals............. 2070-AD16
3431 SAN No. 3494 Test Rules; Generic Entry for Proposed Decisions....................... 2070-AB07
3432 SAN No. 2245 Test Rules; Negotiated Consent Order and Test Rule Procedures.......... 2070-AB30
3433 SAN No. 2563 Test Rule; ATSDR Substances............................................ 2070-AB79
3434 SAN No. 2865 Children's Health Test Rule............................................ 2070-AC27
3435 SAN No. 3882 Test Rule for Certain Metals........................................... 2070-AD10
3436 SAN No. 1923 Follow-Up Rules on Existing Chemicals.................................. 2070-AA58
3437 SAN No. 3894 TSCA Biotechnology Follow-Up Rules..................................... 2070-AD13
3438 SAN No. 3148 Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan Revisions............................ 2070-AC51
3439 SAN No. 3047 Asbestos; Amendments to the Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools 2070-AC62
Rule..................................................................................
3440 SAN No. 2249 Asbestos Worker Protection Rule Amendments............................. 2070-AC66
3441 SAN No. 4179 PCBs; Polychlorinated Biphenyl; Use Authorizations..................... 2070-AD27
3442 SAN No. 3557 Lead-Based Paint Activities; Training and Certification for Renovation 2070-AC83
and Remodeling........................................................................
3443 SAN No. 4172 Lead-Based Paint; Notification of Commencement of Abatement Activities. 2070-AD31
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Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3444 SAN No. 3508 Lead; Management and Disposal of Lead-Based Paint Debris............... 2070-AC72
3445 SAN No. 3480 Guidance on Environmentally Preferable Purchasing for Federal Agencies. 2070-AC78
3446 SAN No. 3493 Test Rules; Generic Entry for Final Decisions.......................... 2070-AB94
3447 SAN No. 3487 Test Rule; Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs)............................. 2070-AC76
3448 SAN No. 1976 Follow-Up Rules on Non-5(e) New Chemical Substances.................... 2070-AA59
3449 SAN No. 3495 Chemical-Specific Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) To Extend 2070-AB27
Provisions of Section 5(e) Orders.....................................................
3450 SAN No. 2150 PCBs; Polychlorinated Biphenyls; Exemptions From the Prohibitions 2070-AB20
Against Manufacturing, Processing, and Distribution in Commerce.......................
3451 SAN No. 3528 Refractory Ceramic Fibers; Significant New Use Rules on National 2070-AC37
Program Chemicals.....................................................................
3452 SAN No. 3021 PCBs; Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Transformer Reclassification 2070-AC39
Rule..................................................................................
3453 SAN No. 2178 TSCA Section 8(a) Preliminary Assessment Information Rules............. 2070-AB08
3454 SAN No. 1139 TSCA Section 8(d) Health and Safety Data Reporting Rules............... 2070-AB11
3455 SAN No. 2779 Use of Acrylamide for Grouting......................................... 2070-AC17
3456 SAN No. 3118 TSCA Section 8(e) Policy; Notice of Clarification...................... 2070-AC80
3457 SAN No. 3559 Notice of TSCA Section 4 Reimbursement Period and TSCA Section 12(b) 2070-AC84
Export Notification Period Sunset Dates for TSCA Section 4 Substances.................
3458 SAN No. 3881 Lead-Based Paint; Fees for Accreditation and Certification Activities.. 2070-AD11
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Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3459 SAN No. 3243 Lead; TSCA Section 403; Identification of Dangerous Levels of Lead..... 2070-AC63
3460 SAN No. 3252 Lead; Regulatory Investigation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act 2070-AC21
(TSCA) To Reduce Lead (Pb) Consumption and Use........................................
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Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)--Prerule Stage
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Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3461 SAN No. 4023 TRI; Addition of Oil and Gas Exploration and Production to the Toxic 2070-AD19
Release Inventory.....................................................................
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Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3462 SAN No. 2425 TRI; Responses to Petitions Received To Add or Delete or Modify 2070-AC00
Chemical Listings on the Toxic Release Inventory......................................
3463 SAN No. 2847 TRI; Pollution Prevention Act Information Requirements................. 2070-AC24
3464 SAN No. 4259 TRI; Lowering of EPCRA Section 313 Reporting Thresholds for Lead and 2070-AD38
Lead Compounds........................................................................
3465 SAN No. 4265 TRI; Revisions to the Otherwise Use Activity Exemptions and the Coal 2070-AD39
Extraction Activities Exemption.......................................................
3466 SAN No. 3007 TRI; Chemical Expansion; Finalization of Deferred Chemicals............ 2070-AC47
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Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3467 SAN No. 3880 TRI; Reporting Threshold Amendment for Certain Persistent and 2070-AD09
Bioaccumulative Toxic Chemicals (PBTs)................................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3468 SAN No. 3215 Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act: Amendments and 2050-AE17
Streamlining Rule.....................................................................
3469 SAN No. 3994 Response to a Petition Requesting Deletion of Phosmet from the 2050-AE42
Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHSs) List............................................
3470 SAN No. 3993 Modification of Threshold Planning Quantity for Isophorone Diisocyanate 2050-AE43
3471 SAN No. 3877 TRI; Data Expansion Amendments; Toxic Chemical Release Reporting; 2070-AD08
Community Right-to-Know...............................................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3472 SAN No. 4163 Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Programs; Amendments to 2050-AE58
Hazardous Chemical Reporting Thresholds for Gasoline and Diesel Fuel at Retail Gas
Stations..............................................................................
3473 SAN No. 4029 Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs 2050-AE46
Under the Clean Air Act, Section 112(r)(7): Amendment.................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3474 SAN No. 4017 Hazardous Waste Storage and Disposal Regulation Related to Low Level 2050-AE45
Mixed Waste; Proposed Modifications...................................................
3475 SAN No. 4093 Reinventing the Land Disposal Restrictions Program..................... 2050-AE53
3476 SAN No. 4094 Land Disposal Restrictions; Potential Revisions for Mercury Listed and 2050-AE54
Characteristic Wastes.................................................................
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3477 SAN No. 3886 Review of Toxicity Characteristic Level for Silver Under the Resource 2050-AE37
Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA)......................................................
3478 SAN No. 4084 RCRA Reporting and Recordkeeping Burden Reduction; Notice of Data 2050-AE50
Availability..........................................................................
3479 SAN No. 4090 RCRA Appendix VIII Streamlining........................................ 2050-AE55
3480 SAN No. 3201 Regulatory Determination on Remaining Wastes From the Combustion of 2050-AD91
Fossil Fuels..........................................................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3481 SAN No. 4091 Modifications to RCRA Rules Associated With Solvent-Contaminated Shop 2050-AE51
Towels and Wipers.....................................................................
3482 SAN No. 4092 Glass-to-Glass Recycling of Cathode Ray Tubes (CRTs): Changes to 2050-AE52
Hazardous Waste Regulations...........................................................
3483 SAN No. 4233 Land Disposal Restrictions; Treatment Standards for Spent Potliners 2050-AE65
from Primary Aluminum Reduction (K088)................................................
3484 SAN No. 4229 Revisions to Guidelines for the Storage and Collection of Residential, 2050-AE66
Commercial, and Institutional Solid Waste.............................................
3485 SAN No. 4230 Revisions to Solid Waste Landfill Criteria--Leachate Recirculation..... 2050-AE67
3486 SAN No. 3805 Paint Manufacturing Wastes Listing: Hazardous Waste Management System: 2050-AE32
Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste.........................................
3487 SAN No. 3888 Mercury-Containing and Rechargeable Battery Management Act; 2050-AE39
Codification of Waste Management Provisions...........................................
3488 SAN No. 3989 Removal of Requirement To Use SW-846 Methods (Test Methods for 2050-AE41
Evaluating Solid Waste: Physical/Chemical Methods)....................................
3489 SAN No. 4028 Standardized Permit for RCRA Hazardous Waste Management Facilities..... 2050-AE44
3490 SAN No. 4208 Proposed Regulatory Amendments on Recycling of Hazardous Wastes in 2050-AE69
Fertilizers...........................................................................
3491 SAN No. 3151 Chlorinated Aliphatics Listing Determination........................... 2050-AD85
3492 SAN No. 3328 Hazardous Waste Identification Rule (HWIR): Identification and Listing 2050-AE07
of Hazardous Wastes...................................................................
3493 SAN No. 3066 Listing Determination of Wastes Generated During the Manufacture of 2050-AD80
Azo, Anthraquinone, and Triarylmethane Dyes and Pigments..............................
3494 SAN No. 3147 Hazardous Waste Manifest Regulation.................................... 2050-AE21
3495 SAN No. 2647 RCRA Subtitle C Financial Test Criteria (Revision)..................... 2050-AC71
3496 SAN No. 3856 Management of Cement Kiln Dust (CKD)................................... 2050-AE34
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3497 SAN No. 4088 Recycled Used Oil Containing PCBs...................................... 2050-AE47
3498 SAN No. 4178 180-Day Accumulation Time Under RCRA for Generators of F006 Waste Water 2050-AE60
Treatment Sludges from the Metal Finishing Industry...................................
3499 SAN No. 3189 Final Determination of the Applicability of the Toxicity Characteristic 2050-AD69
Rule to Underground Storage Tanks, Contaminated Media, and Debris.....................
3500 SAN No. 3237 Hazardous Waste Management System; Modification of the Hazardous Waste 2050-AD93
Program; Hazardous Waste Lamps........................................................
3501 SAN No. 3333 Revised Standards for Hazardous Waste Combustion Facilities............ 2050-AE01
3502 SAN No. 3545 Revisions to the Comprehensive Guideline for Procurement of Products 2050-AE23
Containing Recovered Materials........................................................
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Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3503 SAN No. 4263 Suspension of Temporary Toxicity Characteristic Rule for Specific Lead- 2050-AE68
Based Paint Debris....................................................................
3504 SAN No. 3428 Hazardous Waste Management System: Slag Residues Derived From High 2050-AE15
Temperature Metals Recovery (HTMR) Treatment of KO61, KO62 and F0006 Wastes...........
3505 SAN No. 3668 Hazardous Waste Identification; Recycled Used Oil Management Standards. 2050-AE28
3506 SAN No. 4083 Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste; Inorganic Chemical 2050-AE49
Industry Wastes; and CERCLA Hazardous Substance Designation and Reportable Quantities.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3507 SAN No. 4158 Interim Emergency Rule Revising Land Disposal Restriction Treatment 2050-AE59
Standards for Aluminum Potliners--K088 Waste..........................................
3508 SAN No. 2872 Modifications to the Definition of Solid Waste and Regulations of 2050-AD18
Hazardous Waste Recycling: General....................................................
3509 SAN No. 3042 Hazardous Waste Management System: Post-Closure Requirements........... 2050-AD55
3510 SAN No. 3134 Spent Solvents Listing Determination................................... 2050-AD84
3511 SAN No. 2982 Hazardous Remediation Waste Management Requirements (Commonly Referred 2050-AE22
to as Hazardous Waste Identification Rule for Contaminated Media or HWIR-Media).......
3512 SAN No. 4228 Landfill Leachate and Petroleum Waste Listings......................... 2050-AE61
3513 SAN No. 2390 Corrective Action for Solid Waste Management Units (SWMUs) at Hazardous 2050-AB80
Waste Management Facilities...........................................................
3514 SAN No. 2751 RCRA Subtitle D Solid Waste Facilities; State Permit Program-- 2050-AD03
Determination of Adequacy (State Implementation Rule).................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Oil Pollution Act (OPA)--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3515 SAN No. 2634 Oil Pollution Prevention Regulation: Revisions......................... 2050-AC62
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3516 SAN No. 4201 Criteria for the Designation of Hazardous Substances under CERCLA 2050-AE63
Section 102(a)........................................................................
3517 SAN No. 4217 Facility Response Plan Regulation for Certain Non-Transportation- 2050-AE64
Related Facilities that Handle, Store, or Transport Vegetable Oils and Animal Fats....
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3518 SAN No. 3885 Streamlining the Preauthorization Mixed Funding for Application and 2050-AE38
Implementation of Claims Against Superfund............................................
3519 SAN No. 3806 Grants for Technical Assistance Rule Reform--40 CFR Part 35 Subpart M.. 2050-AE33
3520 SAN No. 3423 Reportable Quantity Adjustments for Carbamates......................... 2050-AE12
3521 SAN No. 3439 National Priorities List for Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites: 2050-AD75
Proposed and Final Rules..............................................................
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Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3522 SAN No. 4177 Cooperative Agreements and Superfund State Contracts for Superfund 2050-AE62
Response Actions; Revision of 40 CFR Part 35 Subpart O................................
3523 SAN No. 2394 Reporting Exemptions for Federally Permitted Releases of Hazardous 2050-AB82
Substances............................................................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3524 SAN No. 4075 Revocation of Caprolactam's Designation as a Hazardous Substance Under 2050-AE48
CERCLA................................................................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Clean Water Act (CWA)--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3525 SAN No. 4133 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Ore Mining and Dressing Point 2040-AD13
Source Category, Gold Placer Mine Subcategory (Section 610 Review)....................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Clean Water Act (CWA)--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3526 SAN No. 4153 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Feedlots Point Source 2040-AD19
Category, Swine and Poultry Subcategories, and NPDES Regulation for Concentrated
Animal Feeding Operations.............................................................
3527 SAN No. 4145 Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Program Regulations Revisions.......... 2040-AD22
3528 SAN No. 4168 Revisions to Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Coal Mining 2040-AD24
Point Source Category.................................................................
3529 SAN No. 3662 Water Quality Standards Regulation--Revision........................... 2040-AC56
3530 SAN No. 4235 Amendments to the Final Water Quality Guidance for the Great Lakes 2040-AD32
System to Reinstate the Mixing Zone Elimination and Phase-Out Provision...............
3531 SAN No. 4234 EPA Review and Approval of State and Tribal Water Quality Standards.... 2040-AD33
3532 SAN No. 4264 Water Quality Standards for Alabama--Phase II.......................... 2040-AD35
3533 SAN No. 4047 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Cryptosporidium and Giardia Under 2040-AD08
the Safe Drinking Water and Clean Water Acts..........................................
3534 SAN No. 4214 Test Procedures for the Analysis of E. Coli and Enterococci Under the 2040-AD34
Clean Water Act.......................................................................
3535 SAN No. 3444 Minimizing Adverse Environmental Impact from Cooling Water Intake 2040-AC34
Structures Under Section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act................................
3536 SAN No. 3663 Streamlining the General Pretreatment Regulations for Existing and New 2040-AC58
Sources of Pollution..................................................................
3537 SAN No. 3999 Revisions to NPDES Requirements for Compliance Reporting and Collection 2040-AD02
System Discharges.....................................................................
3538 SAN No. 4051 Establishment of Electronic Reporting for NPDES Permittees............. 2040-AD11
3539 SAN No. 2804 Clean Water Act Definition of the Waters of the United States.......... 2040-AB74
3540 SAN No. 3488 Standards for the Use or Disposal of Sewage Sludge (Round II).......... 2040-AC25
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Clean Water Act (CWA)--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3541 SAN No. 2805 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Centralized Waste Treatment 2040-AB78
Industry..............................................................................
3542 SAN No. 3209 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Industrial Laundries Point 2040-AB97
Source Category.......................................................................
3543 SAN No. 3489 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Landfills........................ 2040-AC23
3544 SAN No. 3767 Reformatting of Effluent Guidelines and Standards in 40 CFR Parts 401 2040-AC79
through 471...........................................................................
3545 SAN No. 4041 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Industrial Waste Combustors...... 2040-AD03
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3546 SAN No. 4039 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard 2040-AD05
Category; Incentives Amendment........................................................
3547 SAN No. 4192 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard 2040-AD23
Category; Monitoring Amendment........................................................
3548 SAN No. 3504 Establishment of Numeric Criteria for Priority Toxic Pollutants for the 2040-AC44
State of California...................................................................
3549 SAN No. 4195 Water Quality Standards for Alabama--Phase I........................... 2040-AD25
3550 SAN No. 4193 Water Quality Standards; Establishment of Numeric Criteria for Priority 2040-AD27
Toxic Pollutants; States' Compliance--Revision of Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)
Criteria..............................................................................
3551 SAN No. 3617 Guidelines Establishing Oil and Grease Test Procedures for the Analysis 2040-AC63
of Pollutants Under the Clean Water Act...............................................
3552 SAN No. 3701 Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Cyanide 2040-AC76
Under the Clean Water Act.............................................................
3553 SAN No. 3713 Performance Based Measurement System (PBMS) Procedures and Guidance for 2040-AC93
Clean Water Act Test Procedures.......................................................
3554 SAN No. 3155 Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of 2040-AC95
Miscellaneous Metals, Anions, and Volatile Organics Under the Clean Water Act, Phase
One...................................................................................
3555 SAN No. 4048 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Mercury Under the Clean Water Act.. 2040-AD07
3556 SAN No. 3925 Uniform National Discharge Standards for Armed Forces Vessels--Phase I. 2040-AC96
3557 SAN No. 2501 NPDES Wastewater Permit Application Forms and Regulatory Revisions for 2040-AB39
Municipal Discharges and Sewage Sludge Use or Disposal................................
3558 SAN No. 3762 NPDES Streamlining Rule--Round II...................................... 2040-AC70
3559 SAN No. 3785 NPDES Comprehensive Storm Water Phase II Regulations................... 2040-AC82
3560 SAN No. 3288 Comparison of Dredged Material to Reference Sediment................... 2040-AC14
3561 SAN No. 3497 Amendments to Round I Final Sewage Sludge Use or Disposal Rule--Phase 2040-AC29
One...................................................................................
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Clean Water Act (CWA)--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3562 SAN No. 2806 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Metal Products and Machinery 2040-AB79
Category, Phases 1 and 2..............................................................
3563 SAN No. 3204 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Transportation Equipment 2040-AB98
Cleaning Category.....................................................................
3564 SAN No. 3833 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Iron and Steel Manufacturing 2040-AC90
Point Source Category.................................................................
3565 SAN No. 4050 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard 2040-AD10
Category, Phase II....................................................................
3566 SAN No. 4086 Revisions to Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Synthetic-Based 2040-AD14
Drilling Fluids in the Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category...................
3567 SAN No. 4167 Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Feedlots Point 2040-AD21
Source Category, Dairy and Beef Cattle Subcategories..................................
3568 SAN No. 3661 Water Quality Standards; Establishment of Numeric Criteria for Priority 2040-AC55
Toxic Pollutants; States' Compliance..................................................
3569 SAN No. 3921 Selenium Criterion Maximum Concentration for Water Quality Guidance for 2040-AC97
the Great Lakes System................................................................
3570 SAN No. 3618 Guidelines Establishing Whole Effluent Toxicity West Coast Test 2040-AC54
Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants Under the Clean Water Act...................
3571 SAN No. 3702 Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Trace 2040-AC75
Metals Under the Clean Water Act......................................................
3572 SAN No. 3714 Increased Method Flexibility for Test Procedures Approved for Clean 2040-AC92
Water Act Compliance Monitoring.......................................................
3573 SAN No. 4049 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Co-Planar and Mono-Ortho- 2040-AD09
Substituted Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Under the Clean Water Act................
3574 SAN No. 4089 Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of 2040-AD12
Miscellaneous Metals, Anions, and Volatile Organics Under the Clean Water Act, Phase
Two...................................................................................
3575 SAN No. 3234 Revision of NPDES Industrial Permit Application Requirements and Form 2040-AC26
2C--Wastewater Discharge Information..................................................
3576 SAN No. 3786 NPDES Streamlining Rule--Round III..................................... 2040-AC84
3577 SAN No. 4207 Amendments to Round I Final Sewage Sludge Use or Disposal Rule --Phase 2040-AC53
Two...................................................................................
3578 SAN No. 3804 Streamlining 301(h) Waiver Renewal Requirements........................ 2040-AC89
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Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3579 SAN No. 4212 Use of Screening Procedures for Compliance Monitoring of Drinking Water 2040-AD31
Contaminants..........................................................................
3580 SAN No. 2281 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Radon..................... 2040-AA94
3581 SAN No. 2340 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Ground Water Rule......... 2040-AA97
3582 SAN No. 2807 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Arsenic................... 2040-AB75
3583 SAN No. 4146 Filter Backwash Recycling Regulation................................... 2040-AD17
3584 SAN No. 4147 Long Term 1 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule...................... 2040-AD18
3585 SAN No. 4009 Public Water System Public Notification Regulation..................... 2040-AD06
3586 SAN No. 4131 Drinking Water Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Program.............. 2040-AD15
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Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3587 SAN No. 4044 National Primary and Secondary Drinking Water Regulations: Analytical 2040-AD04
Methods for Certain Pesticides and Microbial Contaminants.............................
3588 SAN No. 4257 National Primary and Secondary Drinking Water Regulations: Analytic 2040-AD29
Methods for Organic, Inorganic and Microbiological Contaminants and Pesticides........
3589 SAN No. 4221 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Analytical Methods for 2040-AD30
Microbial, Lead and Magnesium.........................................................
3590 SAN No. 3440 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper........ 2040-AC27
3591 SAN No. 3563 Reformatting of Drinking Water Regulations............................. 2040-AC41
3592 SAN No. 3992 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Radium, Uranium, Alpha, 2040-AC98
Beta and Photon Emitters..............................................................
3593 SAN No. 2778 Revisions to the Underground Injection Control Regulations for Class V 2040-AB83
Injection Wells.......................................................................
3594 SAN No. 4152 Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Regulations........................ 2040-AD20
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3595 SAN No. 3176 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Sulfate................... 2040-AC07
3596 SAN No. 3238 National Primary Drinking Water Standards for Aldicarb................. 2040-AC13
3597 SAN No. 3761 Streamlining Drinking Water Monitoring Requirements.................... 2040-AC73
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Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA)--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3598 SAN No. 2772 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Stage I Disinfectant/ 2040-AB82
Disinfection By-Products Rule.........................................................
3599 SAN No. 2304 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Interim Enhanced Surface 2040-AC91
Water Treatment Rule..................................................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Marine Protection Research and Sanctuary Act (MPRSA)--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3600 SAN No. 2737 Revisions to Ocean Dumping Regulations for Dredged Material............ 2040-AB62
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Shore Protection Act (SPA)--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Regulation
Sequence Title Identifier
Number Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
3601 SAN No. 2820 Shore Protection Act, Section 4103(b) Regulations...................... 2040-AB85
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_______________________________________________________________________
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
General
_______________________________________________________________________
3166. UTILIZATION OF SMALL, MINORITY AND WOMEN'S BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN
PROCUREMENT UNDER ASSISTANCE AGREEMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: PL 101-507; PL 102-389; PL 101-549 sec 1001; 42 USC
9605(f); PL 100-590; EO 12432; EO 12138; EO 11625
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 33
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The regulation will codify revisions to the Agency's program
for the utilization of Small, Minority and Women's Business Enterprises
in procurements under assistance agreements (i.e., grants and
cooperative agreements awarded by EPA as well as grants and cooperative
agreements awarded by other agencies under interagency agreements with
EPA). The revisions are necessary to ensure consistency with the
Supreme Court's decision in Adarand Constructors, Inc. v. Pena, 115
S.Ct. 2097 (1995), and were identified as part of the Administration's
recent review of affirmative action programs. They include: 1) placing
greater emphasis on requiring assistance agreement recipients to submit
documentation supporting proposed fair share procurement objectives for
Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women's Business Enterprises
(WBEs) based on the availability of qualified MBEs and WBEs in the
relevant geographic market; 2) authorizing or requiring recipients and
their prime contractors to take reasonable race/gender-conscious
measures (e.g. bidding credits) in the event that race/gender-neutral
efforts prove inadequate to meet fair share objectives; and 3)
administering statutory MBE/WBE objectives as a national goal, allowing
smaller or larger fair share objectives for particular grants or
cooperative agreements based on the availability standard.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/00/99
Final Action 12/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4056
Agency Contact: Mark Gordon, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization, 1230, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 260-8886
Fax: 202 401-1080
Rebecca Neer, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Small and
Disadvantaged Business Utilization, 1230, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 280-4841
RIN: 2020-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________
3167. REWRITING OF EPA REGULATIONS IMPLEMENTING THE FREEDOM OF
INFORMATION ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 552
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 2
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This document sets forth proposed revisions to the Agency's
regulations under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The FOIA
regulations have been streamlined and condensed, in accordance with the
principles of the National Performance Review, with more user-friendly
language wherever possible. These revisions also reflect the principles
established by President Clinton and Attorney General Reno in their
FOIA Policy Memoranda of October 4, 1993. Additionally, the regulations
have been updated to reflect developments in the case law and to
include updated cost figures to be used in calculating and charging
fees. These proposed revisions also contain new provisions implementing
the Electronic Freedom of Information Act Amendments of 1996. These
revisions will simplify and expedite responses to FOIA requests.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4180
Agency Contact: John Heinz, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 2377, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 260-5460
Fax: 202 260-0020
Email: [email protected]
Alan Margolis, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Enforcement
and Compliance Assurance, 2377, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 260-5459
RIN: 2020-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________
3168. CROSS-MEDIA ELECTRONIC REPORTING (ER) AND RECORDKEEPING
RULE
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
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duplication, or streamline requirements.
Legal Authority: PL 105-277; PL 104-13
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Cross-Media Electronic Reporting (ER) and Recordkeeping
Rule will provide a uniform legal framework for paperless ER, including
electronic signature/certification, across all EPA's environmental
compliance programs. The rule will both remove current legal
requirements for ``paper'' that create obstacles to ER and provide for
enforceable mechanisms to assure the legal validity and authenticity of
electronic documents and associated electronic signatures, whether
transmitted as reports or maintained as records. This rule is important
because the legal and electronic signature issues remain the chief
obstacle to implementation of ER, and affect the overall enforceability
of environmental programs both federally and under state delegation/
authorization. Also, the Government Paperwork Elimination Act of 1998
requirements and the Administrator's Reinventing Environmental
Information (REI) Action Plan goal of universal ER availability by 2003
can only be met if this rulemaking has active participation by the AA-
ships and moves on a fast track.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/99
Final Action 01/00/01
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4270
Agency Contact: Evi Huffer, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of
Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 2137, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0004
Fax: 202 260-9322
Email: [email protected]
David Schwarz, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Enforcement
and Compliance Assurance, 2137, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 260-2710
Fax: 202 260-9322
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2020-AA41
_______________________________________________________________________
3169. REVISION TO 40 CFR 35 SUBPART A AND PROMULGATION OF PERFORMANCE
PARTNERSHIP (STATE) GRANT REGULATION
Priority: Other Significant
Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or
duplication, or streamline requirements.
Legal Authority: PL 104-134; PL 105-65
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 35
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed regulation: (1) updates, clarifies, and
streamlines requirements governing environmental program grants; (2)
establishes requirements for the new Performance Partnership Grant
(PPG) program; and (3) establishes requirements for grant programs that
began after the original rule was published. (A regulation governing
environmental program grants to Indian tribes and tribal consortia is
published elsewhere in this issue of the Federal Register.)
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/99
Final Action 11/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3736
Agency Contact: Scott McMoran, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3903R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5376
RIN: 2030-AA55
_______________________________________________________________________
3170. REVISION TO 40 CFR 35 SUBPART A AND PROMULGATION OF PERFORMANCE
PARTNERSHIP (TRIBAL) GRANT RULE
Priority: Other Significant
Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or
duplication, or streamline requirements.
Legal Authority: PL 104-134; PL 105-65
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 35
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed regulation will: (1) update, clarify, and
streamline requirements governing environmental program grants; (2)
establish requirements for the new Performance Partnership Grant (PPG)
program; and (3) establish requirements for grant programs that were
developed after the original rule was published. (EPA is also issuing a
regulation governing environmental program grants to State and
Interstate agencies.)
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/99
Final Action 11/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Tribal, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4128
Agency Contact: Maureen Ross, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3903R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5356
RIN: 2030-AA56
_______________________________________________________________________
3171. REVISION TO EPAAR 1552.211-73, LEVEL OF EFFORT
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 Sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390 as amended
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will revise EPAAR 1552.211-73, Level of Effort, to
define more concisely the services being acquired, and to more
accurately reflect the relationship between services provided and fee
payments.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/99
Final Action 10/00/99
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with
this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 4191
Agency Contact: Larry Wyborski, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4369
Fax: 202 565-2551
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2030-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________
3172. INCORPORATING INFORMAL CLAUSES (EP) INTO THE EPAAR
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 Sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390, as amended
CFR Citation: Not yet determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule is being promulgated to amend the EPAAR to
incorporate Environmental Protection (EP) clauses into the EPAAR. There
are a large number of EP clauses being used by contracting officers.
This promulgation will capture those EP clauses that have not been
submitted for public comment. Most of the EP clauses are used in
contracts on a case-by-case basis. The contractor concurs with use of
such clauses.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/00/99
Final Rule 11/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. The agency has not yet determined whether there
is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 4226
Agency Contact: Paul Schaffer, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4366
Fax: 202 565-2551
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2030-AA66
_______________________________________________________________________
3173. INCORPORATION OF CLASS DEVIATIONS INTO EPAAR
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 40 USC 486(c)
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1537; 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Agency has approved a number of class deviations (e.g.
changes to reporting requirements and monthly progress reports) to the
EPAAR since its promulgation in April 1994. This proposed rule would
incorporate most of the class deviations to the EPAAR.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/99
Final Action 07/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. There is a paperwork burden associated with this
action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 3580
Agency Contact: Frances Smith, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4368
Fax: 202 565-2475
RIN: 2030-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________
3174. EPA MENTOR-PROTEGE PROGRAM
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 40 USC 486(c)
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1544; 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule will amend EPA's Acquisition Regulation
(EPAAR) to establish a Mentor-Protege Program. Participating prime
contractors serving as mentors will provide technical and managerial
support to protege small disadvantaged business subcontractors.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/99
Final Action 09/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with
this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 3629
Agency Contact: Frances Smith, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4368
Fax: 202 565-2475
RIN: 2030-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________
3175. INCREMENTALLY FUNDING FIXED PRICE CONTRACTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under
PL 104-4.
Legal Authority: 40 USC 486(c)
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1532
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule will add subpart 1532.7, Contract Funding,
to the Environmental Protection Agency's Acquisition Regulation
(EPAAR). It also will revise part 1552 of the EPAAR to include a clause
for incrementally funding fixed price contracts.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/00/99
Final Action 10/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. There is no
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paperwork burden associated with this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 3876
Agency Contact: Frances Smith, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 260 564-4368
Fax: 202 565-2475
RIN: 2030-AA50
_______________________________________________________________________
3176. REVISION OF EPA ACQUISITION REGULATIONS FOR QUALITY SYSTEMS FOR
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 40 USC 486(c)
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1546.2
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is updating the quality assurance requirements in its
Acquisition Regulation (EPAAR). The Agency relies on environmental
measurement data in many of its activities, including regulatory
development, the application of regulations (e.g., permitting,
enforcement actions), and research programs. The Agency must be ensured
that the data are of appropriate type and quality to support the
proposed use (that data meet the needs for rulemaking, enforcement
action, etc.). The extramural community has been using the existing
EPAAR QA requirements since 1984 and recognizes the need to update
these requirements to reflect the current understanding of quality
systems.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/99
Final Action 09/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. The agency has not yet determined whether there
is a paperwork burden associated with this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 3874
Agency Contact: Linda Avellar, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4356
Fax: 202 565-2475
RIN: 2030-AA51
_______________________________________________________________________
3177. IMPLEMENTATION OF CHANGES TO 40 CFR PART 32
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: EO 12549; EO 12689 and FASA
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 32
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Periodically OMB amends the Governmentwide Common Rule for
suspension and debarment of contractors and assistance participants who
threaten the integrity of Federal programs because of criminal
misconduct or poor performance. All agencies must issue changes to
their individual codified versions to conform to the Common Rule.
Recently, the Interagency Suspension and Debarment Coordinating
Committee prepared recommendations for comprehensive changes to the
Common Rule to conform to changes made in the Federal Acquisition
Regulation (FAR) as a result of the Federal Acquisition Streamlining
Act (FASA). In addition, several other proposals to improve or change
the rule were recommended by various agencies. In December 1996, OMB
declined to implement the changes at that time due to differences with
some agencies about some changes unrelated to those occasioned by FASA.
Among other things, FASA replaced the small purchase threshold
($25,000) with the simplified acquisition amount ($100,000). That
change unintentionally exposed certain EPA programs to participation by
contractors who may have been debarred for serious misconduct already.
OMB has agreed to permit agencies to amend the coverage section of
their individual agency rules to reduce or eliminate exposure to
suspended or debarred persons.
EPA intends to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to amend 40 CFR
32.110 to reduce EPA exposure to such consequences.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/00/99
Final Action 12/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3817
This is an assistance-related statutory requirement. There is no
paperwork burden associated with this action.
Agency Contact: Robert Meunier, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3901R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5399
Fax: 202 565-2469
RIN: 2030-AA48
_______________________________________________________________________
3178. CONSOLIDATION OF GOOD LABORATORY PRACTICE STANDARDS (GLPS)
REGULATIONS CURRENTLY UNDER TSCA AND FIFRA INTO ONE RULE
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: 7 USC 136 et seq; 15 USC 2601 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 160; 40 CFR 792
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On November 29, 1983, EPA published Good Laboratory Practice
Standards (GLPS) regulations intended to help ensure data integrity for
studies required to support marketing and research permits under the
Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and the
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). These rules were last amended on
August 17, 1989. GLPS data integrity measures can be applied to a wide
variety of scientific studies. Although the TSCA and FIFRA GLPS contain
identical provisions, they were published as separate rules to account
for statutory and program differences between TSCA and FIFRA, such as
differences in records retention requirements. EPA believes it will be
able to address the differences between TSCA and FIFRA, such as
differences in records retention requirements. EPA believes it will be
able to address the differences of those programs without duplicating
the entire GLP standard in two places.
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This action is intended to consolidate EPA's GLPS into one rule.
Program-specific requirements will be addressed in either separate
sections of the consolidated rule, or in separate rules as is
determined appropriate. This action is not intended to change the
requirements, applicability, or enforceability of GLPS with respect to
any statute.
EPA has received comments from stakeholders regarding the
understandability of many aspects of the GLPS, and over the years has
issued numerous clarifications. EPA believes that some clarifications,
if included directly in the rule, would make the rule easier to
understand and enhance compliance. Therefore, EPA intends to include
such clarifications where appropriate in this rulemaking. Finally, in
the interest of maintaining consistency between EPA's and Food and Drug
Administration's regulations, EPA will determine any modifications that
have occurred to the FDA GLP rule and consider incorporation of such
changes into the EPA rule. This action will serve to reduce the total
regulatory text in the Code of Federal Regulations by an estimated 10
pages, by consolidating 23 pages of text to approximately 13. In the
process it will provide a generic GLP rule that may be used by other
programs in the Agency.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/99
Final Action 05/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3807
Agency Contact: David Stangel, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 2225A, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4162
Fax: 202 564-0028
RIN: 2020-AA26
_______________________________________________________________________
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) Final Rule Stage
General
_______________________________________________________________________
3179. ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 Sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390 as amended
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1532.11
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule complies with the revised Federal Acquisition
Regulations (FAR) coverage regarding implementation of the Debt
Collection Improvement Act. Because the revised FAR offers choices in
implementation, each agency must communicate with its vendor community
its choices. This rule will let our vendor community know that EPA will
require the use of FAR Clause 52.232-34, Payment by Electronic Funds
Transfer (Non-CCR), as prescribed in FAR 32.1105(a)(2). Within the
Clause, under (c) the payment office shall be inserted as the
prescribed designated office. Further inserted shall be that the
required EFT information shall be provided no later than 15 days prior
to submission of the first request for payment.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 05/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with
this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 4185
Agency Contact: Cal McWhirter, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4379
Fax: 202 565-2552
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2030-AA57
_______________________________________________________________________
3180. AGENCY PROTEST SOLICITATION NOTIFICATION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 Sec. 205(c); 63 Stat 390 as amended
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1533; 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will establish a solicitation notice regarding
Agency protests in the EPA Acquisition Regulation. All solicitations
currently contain a notice on how to protest an acquisition to the
Agency. This notification is to be published in the EPAAR, since it
affects parties outside the Agency.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule 04/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with
this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 4183
Agency Contact: Linda Avellar, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4356
Fax: 202 565-2551
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2030-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________
3181. CONTRACTING BY NEGOTIATION
Priority: Other Significant
Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or
duplication, or streamline requirements.
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390 as amended
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CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1503; 48 CFR 1515; 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule is being promulgated to redesignate EPAAR subparts
and sections for structural conformance with the FAR part 15 rewrite as
published on September 30, 1997, and EPA implemented on December 19,
1997. The EPAAR is in substantive compliance, but requires extensive
redesignation for structural conformance to the FAR. Also, EPAAR 1515
is of critical importance to the effective and efficient accomplishment
of EPA acquisitions. The substance of EPAAR 1515 was published
previously for public comment.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/28/98 63 FR 71415
Final Action 04/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with
this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 4184
Agency Contact: Louise Senzel, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4367
Fax: 202 565-2551
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2030-AA59
_______________________________________________________________________
3182. EPAAR COVERAGE ON CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Reinventing Government: This rulemaking is part of the Reinventing
Government effort. It will revise text in the CFR to reduce burden or
duplication, or streamline requirements.
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 Sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390 as amended
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1509; 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will establish a solicitation provision and
contract clause in the EPA Acquisition Regulation to be used when
evaluating contractor performance. The rule provides a uniform method
for determining and recording the effectiveness of contractors in
meeting contractual obligations. It also provides a systematic approach
for identifying and maintaining records of contractors' performance
histories. This rule will satisfy the Federal Acquisition Regulation
requirements pertaining to the establishment of a past performance
evaluation system.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/16/98 63 FR 49530
Final Action 04/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is a
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with
this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 4186
Agency Contact: Frances Smith, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4368
Fax: 202 565-2475
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2030-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________
3183. EPAAR COVERAGE ON LOCAL HIRING AND TRAINING
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390 as amended
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1526; 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend the EPA Acquisition Regulation (EPAAR)
to include part 1526, Other Socioeconomic Programs, and to revise part
1552, Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses. The purpose is to
provide an incentive for prime contractors to utilize local hiring and
provide training to local hires in specific geographical locations
where contractual requirements will be performed. This incentive will
support economic development in areas where EPA contracts are
performed.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/09/98 63 FR 67845
Final Action 06/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with
this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 4187
Agency Contact: Frances Smith, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4368
Fax: 202 565-2475
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2030-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________
3184. SERVICE CONTRACTING--AVOIDING IMPROPER PERSONAL SERVICES
RELATIONSHIPS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390 as amended
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1537; 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule is being promulgated to amend the EPAAR to
highlight the proper relationship between the Government and its
contractors in nonpersonal services contracts. The Agency recognizes
that regardless of the express terms of its contracts, if a contract is
administered improperly, an improper personal services relationship may
be the result. Accordingly, the Agency will use this rule to state the
manner in which nonpersonal services contracts must be administered to
avoid creating an improper employer-employee relationship.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 01/20/99 64 FR 3060
Final 06/00/99
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with
this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 4188
Agency Contact: Louise Senzel, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4367
Fax: 202 565-2551
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2030-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________
3185. GUIDELINES FOR CARCINOGEN RISK ASSESSMENT
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: Not applicable
CFR Citation: Not applicable
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Agency will use these guidelines to evaluate suspect
carcinogens in line with the policies and procedures established in the
statutes administered by the EPA. These guidelines revise and replace
EPA Guidelines for Carcinogen Risk Assessment published at 51 FR 33992,
September 24, 1986. These guidelines provide EPA staff and decision-
makers with the directions and perspectives necessary to develop and
use risk assessments. The guidelines also provide the general public
with basic information about the Agency's approaches to risk
assessment.
To develop guidelines the Agency must find a balance between
consistency and innovation. Consistent risk assessments provide
consistent bases to support regulatory decision-making. On the other
hand, innovation is necessary so the Agency will base its decisions on
current scientific thinking. In balancing these and other science
policies, the Agency relies on input from the general scientific
community through established scientific peer review processes. The
guidelines incorporate basic principles and science policies based on
evaluation of the currently available information. The revisions place
increased emphasis on the role of carcinogenic mechanisms in risk
assessment and clearer explication of underlying assumptions in risk
assessment.
These guidelines will have minimal to no impact on small businesses or
State, local, and tribal governments.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Reproposed Guidelines 04/23/96 61 FR 17960
Implementation Policy 06/25/96 61 FR 32799
Final Guidelines 11/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3671
Agency Contact: William Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Research and Development, 8103, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3358
RIN: 2080-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________
3186. AMENDMENTS TO PART 22 CONSOLIDATED PROCEDURAL RULES
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: 7 USC 136l; 15 USC 2615(a); 15 USC 2647; 33 USC
1319(g); 33 USC 1415(a); 33 USC 1418; 42 USC 6912; 42 USC 7413(d)(1);
42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7607(a); 42 USC 9609; 42 USC 11045; 42 USC 300g-
3(b)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 22
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Agency has proposed (February 25, 1998) amendments to the
Consolidated Rules of Practice under 40 CFR part 22 which are the
procedural rules used in administrative hearings and practice. These
amendments will include technical corrections as well as substantive
amendments. The proposed substantive amendments pertain to the handling
and use of Confidential Business Information, burdens of proof, motion
practice, cross appeals, and more.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 02/25/98 63 FR 9465
Final Action 04/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 2662
Agency Contact: Scott Garrison, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 2248A, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 260-0569
RIN: 2020-AA13
_______________________________________________________________________
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) Long-Term Actions
General
_______________________________________________________________________
3187. PUBLIC INFORMATION AND CONFIDENTIALITY REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 7 USC 136 et seq; 33 USC 1251 et seq; 42
USC 300f et seq; 42 USC 6901 et seq; 42 USC 7401 et seq; 42 USC 9601 et
seq; 42 USC 11001 et seq; 15 USC 2601 et seq; 42 USC 4912; 33 USC 1414;
21 USC 346; 15 USC 2005
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 2; 40 CFR 57; 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 123; 40 CFR 145;
40 CFR 233; 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 270; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 281; 40 CFR 350;
40 CFR 403; 40 CFR 85; 40 CFR 86
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA regulations at 40 CFR part 2, subpart B, provide
procedures for handling and disclosing information claimed as CBI.
Although these regulations have succeeded in protecting business
information, changes in Agency workload, practice, and statutory
authority have outstripped the ability of these
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regulations to cut down on unnecessary procedures, expedite activities
involving confidential business information, and simplify the
regulations. In addition, EPA would consolidate confidentiality
provisions from other parts of 40 CFR.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/23/94 59 FR 60446
Final Action To Be Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3240
Agency Contact: Alan Margolis, Environmental Protection Agency, Office
of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 2379, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 260-5459
RIN: 2020-AA21
_______________________________________________________________________
3188. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT OF NONGOVERNMENTAL ACTIVITIES IN
ANTARCTICA
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 2401 et seq, as amended; 16 USC 2403a; PL 104-
227
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 8
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, October 2, 1998.
Abstract: The purpose of this action is to develop regulations for: (1)
the environmental impact assessment of nongovernmental activities,
including tourism, for which the United States is required to give
advance notice under paragraph 5 of Article VII of the Antarctic Treaty
and (2) coordination of the review of information regarding
environmental impact assessment received by the United States from
other parties under the Protocol on Environmental Protection. The
Office of Federal Activities (OECA/OFA) will use the decisionmaking
process of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) to analyze the
environmental setting; the types of nongovernmental activities,
including tourism, to be addressed by the regulations; their potential
for impact; and the alternatives available under rulemaking for
environmental impact assessments for nongovernmental activities. An
interim final rule, 40 CFR part 8, promulgated April 30, 1997, and on
July 15, 1998 extended through the 2000-2001 austral summer, will be
replaced by a final rule. The interim final rule was effective
immediately so that the U.S. could ratify the Protocol and implement
its obligations under the Protocol as soon as it entered into force.
These rules are being developed in coordination with other Federal
agencies with specific interests in and expertise with Antarctica
including the Department of State, National Science Foundation,
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, U.S. Coast Guard,
Marine Mammal Commission, Department of Justice, and the Council on
Environmental Quality.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule 04/30/97 62 FR 23538
Extension of Effective Date
Interim Rule 04/15/98 63 FR 18323
Final Action 01/00/01
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3933
Agency Contact: Joseph Montgomery, Environmental Protection Agency,
Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 2252A, Washington, DC
20460
Phone: 202 564-7157
Fax: 202 564-0072
Email: [email protected]
Katherine Biggs, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Enforcement
and Compliance Assurance, 2252A, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7144
Fax: 202 564-0072
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2020-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) Completed Actions
General
_______________________________________________________________________
3189. ACQUISITION REGULATION: TYPES OF CONTRACTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 63 Stat 390 as amended
CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1516; 48 CFR 1552
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing this
proposed rule to amend the EPA Acquisition Regulation (EPAAR) (48 CFR
Chapter 15) to extend the fee limitations imposed at FAR
15.404(c)(4)(i) to cost-plus-award fee and cost-plus incentive fee
contracts. EPA has determined that its contracting officers shall not
negotiate a price or maximum fee on cost- plus-award fee contracts or
cost-plus incentive fee contracts that exceeds the following statutory
limitations, imposed for cost-plus-fixed fee contracts by 41 USC
254(b): (1) For experimental, developmental, or research work performed
under a cost-plus-award fee or cost-plus incentive fee contract, the
maximum fee shall not exceed 15 percent of the contract's estimated
costs, excluding fee. (2) For architect-engineering services for public
works or utilities, the contract price or the estimated cost and fee
for production and delivery of designs, plans, drawings, and
specifications shall not exceed 6 percent of the estimated cost of the
construction of the public work or utility, excluding fee. (3) For
other cost-plus-award fee or cost-plus incentive fee contracts, the
maximum fee shall not exceed 10 percent of the contract's estimated
cost, excluding fee. Additionally, this rule provides revised
references to parallel Federal Acquisition changes.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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Direct Final Rule 01/26/99 64 FR 3875
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
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Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Procurement: This is a procurement-related action for which there is no
statutory requirement. There is no paperwork burden associated with
this action.
Additional Information: SAN No. 4215
Agency Contact: Louise Senzel, Environmental Protection Agency,
Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4367
Fax: 202 565-2551
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2030-AA65
_______________________________________________________________________
3190. REGULATIONS GOVERNING AWARDS UNDER SECTION 113(F) OF THE CLEAN AIR
ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 65
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn - The Agency Plans No
Further Action. 02/26/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Cary Secrest
Phone: 202 564-8661
RIN: 2020-AA31
_______________________________________________________________________
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) Prerule Stage
Clean Air Act (CAA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3191. CONTROL OF HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL QUALITY: ADVANCE NOTICE OF
PROPOSED RULEMAKING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7545(c)
CFR Citation: Not yet determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This is an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking which will
seek comment on a range of issues involved in possible future
regulation of pollutants in diesel fuel.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 04/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4268
Agency Contact: Don Kopinski, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, OMS/EPCD, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4229
Fax: 734 214-4781
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI32
_______________________________________________________________________
3192. IMPLEMENTATION OF OZONE AND PARTICULATE MATTER (PM) NATIONAL
AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS (NAAQS) AND REGIONAL HAZE REGULATIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under
PL 104-4.
Legal Authority: Clean Air Act
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50; 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 81
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA issued new, updated air quality standards for ozone (62
FR 38856) and particulate matter (PM) (62 FR 38652). Pursuant to
President Clinton's implementation strategy as outlined in a July 16,
1997 memorandum to EPA Administrator Carol Browner, EPA is developing
guidance and rules for sensibly and cost-effectively meeting the new
standards. EPA is publishing guidance and rules in 1998 and 1999. For
ozone, the implementation plan will emphasize a regional, State-
sponsored approach that addresses the long-distance transport of ozone.
On October 27, 1998, EPA published a final rule (sometimes referred to
as the NOx SIP Call) to require broad regional emissions reductions of
NOx gases which contribute to the formation of ozone (63 FR 57356,
October 27, 1998). In order to help areas covered by EPA's regional
plan avoid burdensome measures associated with noncompliance, EPA will
create a new transitional classification. Areas that attain the 1-hour
standard but not the new 8-hour standard as of the time EPA promulgates
designations for the 8-hour standard could obtain this new
classification if they participate in a regional strategy and/or opt to
submit early plans addressing the new 8-hour standard. Because many
areas will need little or no additional new local emission reductions
to reach attainment, beyond the reductions that will be achieved
through the regional control strategy, and will come into attainment
earlier than otherwise required, EPA will exercise its discretion under
the law to eliminate unnecessary local planning requirements for such
areas. EPA will revise its rules for new source review (NSR) and
conformity so that States will be able to comply with only minor
revisions to their existing programs in areas classified as
transitional. (cont)
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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ANPRM 12/13/96 61 FR 65764
Notice Proposed Policy 12/13/96 61 FR 65752
NPRM Regional Haze 07/31/97 62 FR 41138
Notice Review Schedule for PM2.5
Standard 10/23/97 62 FR 55201
NPRM NOx Regional Strategy SIP
Call 11/07/97 62 FR 60318
Supplemental NPRM NOx SIP Call
Supplemental NPRM 05/11/98 63 FR 25902
Final Rule Areas meeting 1-hour
ozone standard 06/05/98 63 FR 31013
Final Rule Additional areas
meeting 1-hour ozone standard 07/22/98 63 FR 39432
Final Rule NOx Regional Strategy
SIP Call 10/27/98 63 FR 57356
Draft Guidance Implementation
Planning 11/17/98 63 FR 65593
ANPRM Extension of Attainment
Dates for Downwind Transport
Areas 04/00/99
NPRM 172e Antibacksliding for
PM10 04/00/99
NPRM NSR for Transitional Areas 05/00/99
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Final Guidance Implementation
Planning 05/00/99
Final Rule Regional Haze 05/00/99
Final Rule 172e Antibacksliding
for PM10 09/00/99
Final Rule Conformity for
Transitional Areas 10/00/99
Final Rule NSR for Transitional
Areas 12/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3553
ABSTRACT CONT: In a final rule promulgated on June 5, 1998, EPA
identified areas that have air quality meeting the 1-hour ozone
standard and revoked that standard for those areas (63 FR 31013, June
5, 1998). A subsequent final rule for additional ozone areas attaining
the 1-hour standard was promulgated on July 22, 1998 (63 FR 39432).
For PM10, EPA revised the set of standards that had existed since 1987.
Given that health effects from coarse particles are still of concern,
the overall goal during this transition period is to ensure that PM10
control measures remain in place to maintain the progress that has been
achieved toward attainment of the PM10 NAAQS (progress which also
provides benefits for PM2.5) and protection of public health. To ensure
that this goal is met, the pre-existing PM10 NAAQS will continue to
apply until certain critical actions by EPA and by States and local
agencies have been taken to sustain the progress already made. For
areas not attaining the existing PM10 NAAQS when the revised standards
go into effect, those existing standards remain in effect until EPA has
completed a section 172(e) rulemaking to prevent backsliding. EPA will
propose this rulemaking in the spring of 1998. For areas attaining the
pre-existing PM10 NAAQS, EPA will retain that standard until the State
submits and EPA approves the section 110 SIP which States are required
to submit within 3 years of a NAAQS revision. Once those areas have an
approved SIP, EPA will take action so that the pre-existing PM10
standard no longer applies. In addition, EPA will take action within 3
years to designate areas for the revised PM10 standards.
EPA's approach to addressing regional haze was proposed concurrently
with the promulgation of the final ozone and PM NAAQS. EPA plans to
promulgate the regional haze rulemaking in the Spring of 1999.
Agency Contact: Denise Gerth, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-15, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5550
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: [email protected]
John Silvasi, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-
15, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5666
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AF34
_______________________________________________________________________
3193. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: ALLOWANCE SYSTEM FOR
CONTROLLING HCFC PRODUCTION, IMPORT & EXPORT
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.8
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will begin with development of an ANPRM which
will outline a variety of options under which the Stratospheric
Protection Division could develop and implement an allowance
distribution system for HCFCs, and request comment on which options
would be most appropriate. SPD currently oversees an allowance
allocation system for the class I ozone-depleting substances. A class
II allowance distribution system had not been required, because of the
early estimates that the U.S. would not reach its HCFC production and
consumption cap imposed by the Montreal Protocol in the near future. As
people phase out of class I substances, the demand for HCFCs has
increased, as has the production and importation to meet that demand.
As a consequence, EPA is exploring potential options for an allowance
distribution system that would ensure that the U.S. does not violate
its HCFC cap under the Montreal Protocol.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 04/05/99 64 FR 16373
ANPRM Comment Period End 06/04/99
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 03/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4120
Additional deadline: Montreal Protocol. The Protocol requires
compliance with a formulary cap of all Parties' consumption of HCFCs.
The ANPRM is available on the Internet at:
http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/EPA-AIR/1999/April/Day-05/a8258.htm
Agency Contact: Sue Stendebach, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9117
Fax: 202 565-2093
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH67
_______________________________________________________________________
3194. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: UPDATE OF THE SUBSTITUTES LIST
UNDER THE SIGNIFICANT NEW ALTERNATIVES POLICY (SNAP) PROGRAM
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671k CAA sec 612
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 9; 40 CFR 82
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Section 612 of the Clean Air Act requires EPA to identify
alternatives to Class I and II ozone depleting substances and to
publish lists of acceptable and unacceptable substitutes. Producers of
substitutes must notify EPA at least 90 days before alternatives are
introduced into interstate commerce. Unlike acceptable alternatives
(see Notices), substitutes which are deemed by EPA to be unacceptable
or acceptable subject to use restrictions must go through notice and
comment rulemaking. Substitute lists are updated intermittently
depending on the volume of notifications.
[[Page 21926]]
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 01/16/92 57 FR 1984
NPRM 05/12/93 58 FR 28094
Final Rule 03/18/94 59 FR 13044
Notice 08/26/94 59 FR 44240
NPRM 09/26/94 59 FR 49108
Notice 01/13/95 60 FR 3318
Final Rule 06/13/95 60 FR 31092
Notice 07/28/95 60 FR 38729
NPRM 10/02/95 60 FR 51383
Notice 02/08/96 61 FR 4736
NPRM 05/22/96 61 FR 25604
Final Rule 05/22/96 61 FR 25585
Notice 09/05/96 61 FR 47012
Final Rule 10/16/96 61 FR 54030
Notice 03/10/97 62 FR 10700
NPRM 05/21/97 62 FR 27874
Notice 06/03/97 62 FR 30275
NPRM 02/03/98 63 FR 5491
Notice 02/24/98 63 FR 9151
Notice 05/22/98 63 FR 28251
Notice 10 01/21/99 64 FR 3296
Interim Final Rule 01/26/99 64 FR 3861
Interim Final Rule 01/26/99 64 FR 3865
NPRM 02/18/99 64 FR 8038
NPRM 02/28/99 64 FR 8038
ANPRM 04/00/99
Final Rule 04/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3525
(Generic SAN)
Agency Contact: Kelly Davis, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-2303
Fax: 202 565-2096
RIN: 2060-AG12
_______________________________________________________________________
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage
Clean Air Act (CAA)
_______________________________________________________________________
3195. NESHAP: CARBON BLACK PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The purpose of this action is to develop a Maximum Achievable
Control Technology (MACT) Standard for the production of carbon black.
The Clean Air Amendments of 1990 require this action to be promulgated
by November 15, 2000. The production of carbon black results in the
release to the air of three hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) identified
by the Act: carbon disulfide, carbonyl sulfide, and hydrogen cyanide.
Health effects of these chemicals include acute effects such as nausea,
headache, increased rate of respiration, eye and skin irritation and
other effects. Chronic effects can include cardiovascular and
respiratory effects. Additionally carbon disulfide has been observed to
cause reproductive effects such as congenital malformations,
embryotoxicity, and functional and behavioral disturbances in animal
studies. Carbon black is widely used as a reinforcing agent for rubber.
It is also used as a colorant for printing ink, painting, paper and
plastics. By far the largest use of carbon black is in the manufacture
of automotive tires. There are 21 carbon black facilities in the
Nation. Carbon black is manufactured by burning hydrocarbons in a
limited supply of air. This produces a black smoke containing extremely
small carbon black particles which can be separated from the combustion
gases to form a fluffy powder of intense blackness.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Sectors Affected: 325182 Carbon Black Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 4105
Agency Contact: John Schaefer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0296
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-
13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
RIN: 2060-AH68
_______________________________________________________________________
3196. ALUMINA PROCESSING NESHAP
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 1857 et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 5 USC 605; EO
12866
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The CAA required the EPA to publish an initial list of all
categories of major and area sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)
listed in section 112(b) of the CAA and to establish and meet dates for
promulgation of emissions standards for each of the listed categories
of HAP emissions sources. The standards are to be technology based and
are to require the maximum degree of reduction determined to be
achievable by the Administrator. The EPA has determined that the
alumina processing industry may be reasonably expected to emit one of
the pollutants listed in section 112(b) of the CAA. As a consequence,
the source category is included on the initial list of HAP emitting
categories scheduled for standards promulgation within 10 years of
enactment of the CAA Amendments of 1990. The purpose of this action is
to pursue a regulatory development program such that emissions
standards may be proposed and promulgated for this industry.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 325188 All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical
Manufacturing
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Additional Information: SAN No. 4110
Agency Contact: Juan Santiago, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1084
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
RIN: 2060-AH70
_______________________________________________________________________
3197. CONTROL OF EMISSIONS OF AIR POLLUTION FROM 2004 AND LATER MODEL
YEAR HIGHWAY HEAVY-DUTY DIESEL ENGINES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7601; 42 USC 7521
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 88
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will focus on the emission standards and related
requirements for control of air pollution from 2004 and later model
year highway heavy-duty engines. It will include an assessment of the
feasibility of the requirements for these engines promulgated in 1997
plus further consideration of a number of issues left open in the rule
including potential diesel fuel changes, diesel particulate control,
and other initiatives to control emissions in use.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4043
Agency Contact: Glenn W. Passavant, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, EPCD, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4408
Email: [email protected]
Christopher Lieske, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
EPCD, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 313 668-4584
Fax: 313 741-7816
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI12
_______________________________________________________________________
3198. CONFORMITY PILOT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401; 42 USC 7671g
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 93
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action would approve the conformity procedures developed
by an area that has been selected to participate in the transportation
conformity pilot program. Because EPA may select up to six areas to
participate in the pilot program, there may be six separate approval
actions. These approval actions will be in the form of conformity SIP
approvals.
The purpose and anticipated impact of the pilot program itself were
discussed in the rulemaking that established the pilot program. See
Transportation Conformity Rule Amendment and Solicitation for
Participation in the Conformity Pilot Program.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4148
Agency Contact: Meg Patulski, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, NFEVL, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4842
Fax: 734 214-4531
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI14
_______________________________________________________________________
3199. HOSPITAL/MEDICAL/INFECTIOUS WASTE INCINERATORS--FEDERAL
PLAN (FEDERAL PLAN FOR EXISTING HOSPITAL/MEDICAL/INFECTIOUS WASTE
INCINERATORS)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: CAA sections 111, 129 and 301(a)(d)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60.27
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, September 30, 1999, CAA Section 129(b)(3).
Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 directed the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to set emission guidelines for
existing incinerators combusting hospital waste, medical waste, and
infectious waste under sections 111 and 129. On 9/15/97, the EPA
promulgated emission guidelines for Hospital/Medical/Infectious Waste
Incinerators (HMIWI) under the authority of section 111(d) and section
129 of the Clean Air Act (see 62 FR 48348). This action is a follow-on
activity to the 1997 HMIWI rulemaking which applies to existing HMIWI.
In accordance with section 129, States with affected sources must
submit a State Plan by 9/15/98 describing how the State will implement
the emission guidelines for existing HMIWI. In this proposed HMIWI
Federal Plan rulemaking, EPA becomes the implementing authority in
those instances where the State or local agency has failed to submit a
plan or a plan has not yet been approved. Therefore, consistent with
section 129(b)(3) of the Act, EPA is proposing a plan that applies to
HMIWI in any State, tribe or locale that has not submitted an
approvable plan within the time allotted. This action makes no changes
to the requirements in the 1997 rule, and is intended to fulfill EPA's
duty under section 129(b)(3) to promulgate a Federal Plan as a gap-
filling measure until the State fulfills its statutory obligations.
When the State submits an approvable State Plan, the Federal Plan will
no longer apply to units in that State.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/99
Final 09/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 6214 Outpatient Care Centers; 6219 Other Ambulatory
Health Care Services; 622 Hospitals; 6212 Offices of Dentists
Additional Information: SAN No. 4219
Agency Contact: Valerie Broadwell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-12, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3310
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Fax: 919 541-2664
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI25
_______________________________________________________________________
3200. CONSUMER AND COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS: REVISED SCHEDULE FOR
REGULATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7511b(e)
CFR Citation: Not yet determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action revises the schedule for issuance of standards
under section 183(e) of the Act for 4 product categories listed in the
initial schedule for regulation. Regulation of 4 product categories
will be delayed until 2003 from their present schedules for regulation
in 1997 and 1999. The products with new schedules for regulation are:
(1) Aerosol spray paints; (2) lithographic printing materials; (3)
industrial cleaning solvents; and (4) flat wood paneling coatings.
These changes to the regulatory schedule are necessary to improve
workload management and to coordinate better with other regulatory
activities.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 324199 All Other Petroleum and Coal Products
Manufacturing; 3255 Paint, Coating, Adhesive, and Sealant Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 4246
This action revises the schedule for regulation of consumer and
commercial products under section 183(e) of the Clean Air Act. This is
a list maintenance activity and is being done to reduce the risk of
litigation over failure to meet a statutory deadline.
Agency Contact: Jan Meyer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5254
Fax: 919 541-5689
RIN: 2060-AI30
_______________________________________________________________________
3201. CONTROL OF EMISSIONS OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW
COMPRESSION-IGNITION AND SPARK-IGNITION RECREATIONAL MARINE ENGINES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7547(a)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 94
Legal Deadline:
NPRM, Judicial, November 23, 1999.
Final, Judicial, October 31, 2000.
Abstract: This NPRM will establish numerical emission limits for
compression-ignition and spark-ignition engines used on marine
recreational vessels. This action will complete EPA's emission control
program for marine engines (commercial engines and spark-ignition
outboard and personal watercraft engines are covered in separate
rules).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Sectors Affected: 3366 Ship and Boat Building; 3336 Engine, Turbine,
and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 4251
Agency Contact: Holly Pugliese, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Phone: 734 214-4288
Fax: 734 214-4053
Email: [email protected]
Jean Marie Revelt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4822
Fax: 734 214-4050
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI36
_______________________________________________________________________
3202. NO BACKSLIDING RULE FOR PM-10 NONATTAINMENT AREAS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action is intended to establish a rule (pursuant to
section 172(e)) concerning no relaxation of PM-10 control measures in
existing PM-10 nonattainment areas during the interim period before the
implementation of the new NAAQS for Particulate Matter. The rule will
help to maintain the current level of health protection by ensuring
that the current controls for PM-10 continue to be enforced.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/99
Final Action 09/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3961
Agency Contact: Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-15, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5335
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI39
_______________________________________________________________________
3203. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: AMENDMENT TO HALON
USE, HALON TECHNICIAN TRAINING, AND HALON AND HALON-CONTAINING EQUIPMENT
DISPOSAL RULE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671-7671q
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.250 to 82.270
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA promulgated a final rule (63 FR 11084, March 5, 1998)
concerning numerous aspects of the handling and processing of halons, a
group of gaseous or easily vaporized hydrocarbons that are used in a
wide range of fire and explosion protection applications. Halons are
Class I ozone-depleting substances regulated under Title VI of the
Clean Air Act (Act). Following publication of this rule, members of the
regulated community and other stakeholders requested clarifications to
two technical provisions of this rule, and other, editorial,
clarifications. The two technical clarifications relate to (1) EPA's
requirements regarding the efficiency of equipment used during halon
recovery and recycling activities,
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and (2) EPA's requirements regarding technician training. SPD therefore
will consider adding substantive or editorial clarifications, and/or
additional preamble discussion, to address these issues. These changes
are expected to be fully consistent with the original scope and intent
of the March 5, 1998 regulation. By providing greater clarity and
specificity to the requirements as requested by members of the
regulated community and other stakeholders, EPA will better ensure
achievement of the environmental objectives of this action.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/99
Final Action 12/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Sectors Affected: 333319 Other Commercial and Service Industry
Machinery Manufacturing; 5617 Services to Buildings and Dwellings
Additional Information: SAN No. 4252
Agency Contact: Lisa Chang, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9742
Fax: 202 565-2096
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI40
_______________________________________________________________________
3204. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: PROCESS FOR EXEMPTING
QUARANTINE AND PRESHIPMENT METHYL BROMIDE USED IN THE UNITED STATES AND
BASELINE ADJUSTMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7671-7671(q)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.1 to 82.13
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA is proposing a revision to the accelerated phaseout
regulations that govern the production, import, export, transformation
and destruction of substances that deplete the ozone layer under the
authority of Title VI of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 (CAA or
the Act). The proposed amendment will reflect U.S. obligations under
the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer
(Protocol). EPA recognizes the expressed intent of Congress in recent
changes to the Clean Air Act that direct EPA to conform the U.S.
phasedown schedule to the Protocol's schedule for developed nations.
With this action, EPA is proposing a process that would exempt
quantities of methyl bromide used in the U.S. for quarantine and
preshipment from the phaseout schedule and propose adjustments to the
existing methyl bromide baseline.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/99
Final Action 12/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Sectors Affected: 115114 Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton
Ginning); 32532 Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 4253
Agency Contact: Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9185
Fax: 202 565-2093
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI42
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3205. REVISION TO THE DEFINITION OF VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND
(VOC) TO EXCLUDE TERTIARY BUTYL ACETATE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Clean Air Act Title I
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.100(s)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The definition of VOC is proposed to be revised to add
tertiary butyl acetate to the list of negligibly reactive compounds.
This is a deregulatory action that will remove tertiary butyl acetate
from the necessity to be controlled as a VOC in SIPs for attaining the
ozone standard. This is not expected to have a significant impact on
small businesses or local governments.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 04/00/99
Final Action 08/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4254
Agency Contact: William L. Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, MD-15, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5245
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: [email protected]
Jan Tierney, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 2344,
Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 260-5095
Fax: 202 260-0586
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI45
_______________________________________________________________________
3206. REVISIONS TO AIR POLLUTION EMERGENCY EPISODE REQUIREMENTS
(SUBPART H, 40 CFR PART 51)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410(a)(2)(G); 42 USC 7603
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.150 to 51.153; 40 CFR 51 Appendix L
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: 40 CFR part 51.150-51.153 require States to have contingency
plans to prevent air pollution levels from reaching the significant
harm level (SHL) for CO, O3, SO2, NOx, and PM. Appendix L provides
example guidance to the States on appropriate courses of action to take
at each episode stage (i.e., alert, warning, and emergency) to ensure
the SHL is not reached. These requirements were developed in the
1970's, based on the NAAQS from that era. Since that time, ambient air
quality levels have decreased nationwide. Today, many areas/sources
that no longer need episode plans must still develop them. This rule
would update and simplify the criteria used to determine which areas
would require episode plans. Areas with no more than one exceedance of
the Alert level over the past 5 years would not need to develop
emergency episode plans. Sources with the potential to cause
exceedances of the SHL due to a process/control equipment malfunction
would need to develop source contingency plans to prevent (and to
respond to) such malfunctions. Appendix L would also be revised to
reflect the revised program
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requirements. The result will be a sensible, credible program replacing
an outdated, ignored program. While minor SIP revisions may be needed,
these could be included with SIP overhauls resulting from the NAAQS
revisions.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 05/00/99
Final Action 01/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4247
Agency Contact: Ted Creekmore, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-15, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5699
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: [email protected]
John Silvasi, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-
15, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5666
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI47
_______________________________________________________________________
3207. PERFORMANCE WARRANTY AND INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE TEST PROCEDURES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7541; 42 USC 7601
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 85
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action establishes a new short test procedure for use in
I/M programs required by the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. Vehicles
that are tested and failed using this procedure and that meet
eligibility requirements established by the act would be eligible for
free warranty repair from the manufacturers.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 08/00/99
Final Action 01/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3263
Agency Contact: Eugene Tierney, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, NFEVL, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4456
RIN: 2060-AE20
_______________________________________________________________________
3208. INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE RECALL REQUIREMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7511(A)(2)(b); 42 USC 7511(A)(2)(b)(2)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action specifies requirements for enhanced I/M programs
to establish a program to ensure compliance with recall notices. This
is pursuant to the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 06/00/99
Final Action 12/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3262
Agency Contact: Eugene Tierney, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, NFEVL, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4456
RIN: 2060-AE22
_______________________________________________________________________
3209. METHOD 301: FIELD VALIDATION OF POLLUTION MEASUREMENT METHODS FOR
VARIOUS MEDIA; REVISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq; PL 101-549; 42 USC 7410 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: After promulgation of Method 301, questions were raised about
the statistical calculations and the procedure for determining the
quality of the data. This rule will clarify those rule provisions.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 12/00/99
Final 01/00/01
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3407
Agency Contact: Gary McAlister, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-19, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1062
RIN: 2060-AF00
_______________________________________________________________________
3210. NESHAP: FERROALLOY PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412/CAA 112; 44 USC 350 et seq (PRA); 5 USC
605; EO 12866
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act, as amended November 1990, requires the EPA
to develop emission standards for each major source category of
hazardous air pollutants. The standards are to be technology-based and
are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction determined to
be achievable by the Administrator of EPA. The EPA has determined that
two plants in the ferroalloy production industry are major sources for
one or more hazardous air pollutants. As a consequence, production
facilities are among the HAP-emitting source categories selected for
regulation.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 08/04/98 63 FR 41508
Supplemental NPRM 04/00/99
Final Action 05/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3082
Agency Contact: Conrad Chin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
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Phone: 919 541-1512
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Al Vervaert, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5602
RIN: 2060-AF29
_______________________________________________________________________
3211. FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN TO CONTROL EMISSIONS FROM TWO POWER
STATIONS LOCATED ON NAVAJO NATION LANDS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 1740
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: EPA proposes to federalize standards from the Arizona and New
Mexico State Implementation Plans (SIPS) applicable to the Navajo
generating station and the Four Corners Plant, respectively. Where
necessary, EPA's proposed emission standards modify the standards
extracted from the States' regulatory programs to ensure comprehensive
emission control and Federal consistency.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 04/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3569
Agency Contact: Kenneth Bigos, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, Region IX, San Francisco, CA 94105
Phone: 415 744-1240
RIN: 2060-AF42
_______________________________________________________________________
3212. ENVIRONMENTAL RADIATION PROTECTION STANDARDS FOR YUCCA MOUNTAIN,
NEVADA
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: Energy Policy Act sec 801
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 197
Legal Deadline:
NPRM, Statutory, August 1, 1996.
Abstract: This rulemaking is in response to section 801 of the Energy
Policy Act of 1992 which directs the Administrator to promulgate public
health and safety standards for protection of the public from releases
from radioactive materials stored or disposed of in the repository at
the Yucca Mountain site. The only regulated entity is the U.S.
Department of Energy.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/99
Final Action 10/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3568
Agency Contact: Ray Clark, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6602J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9198
Fax: 202 565-9500
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG14
_______________________________________________________________________
3213. NSPS: SEWAGE SLUDGE INCINERATORS
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
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: 42 USC 7401 to 7626
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This source category is subject to regulation by November
2000 under the Clean Air Act. The Agency is currently considering which
regulatory authorities may be most appropriate for this source
category, including the Clean Air Act and section 405(d) of the Clean
Water Act.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM 01/14/97 62 FR 1868
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: State, Local
Sectors Affected: 22132 Sewage Treatment Facilities
Additional Information: SAN No. 3819
Agency Contact: Eugene Crumpler, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0881
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Al Vervaert, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Traingle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5602
RIN: 2060-AG50
_______________________________________________________________________
3214. NESHAP: PLYWOOD AND PARTICLEBOARD MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412(d)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This project is to develop national emission standards for
hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) by establishing maximum achievable
control technology (MACT) for facilities manufacturing wood panels and
engineered wood products. MACT standards are under development to
reduce the release of hazardous air pollutants (HAP) from all
industries to protect the public health and environment. Emissions of
HAP from this industry have been associated with, but are not limited
to, the drying of wood and binders. The scope of the affected source
category has not been determined; however, this rule is anticipated to
apply to the manufacture of products involving wood and some kind of
binder or bonding agent. This project may include, but is not limited
to, facilities that manufacture waferboard, hardboard fiber board
(MDF), oriented strandboard (OSB), medium density fiberboard,
particleboard, strawboard, hardwood and softwood plywood, glue-
laminated lumber, laminated veneer lumber, and engineered wood
products. The
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plywood and particleboard source category may also include lumber
drying kilns at sawmills which are located on the same site as a
facility that manufactures any of the wood products mentioned above.
The project may also include some coatings operations. The name of the
source category is being changed to better reflect how the industry
refers to themselves. The new name for the source category will be
plywood and composite wood products. This project commenced October
1997.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal
Sectors Affected: 32192 Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 3820
Agency Contact: Mary Tom Kissell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4516
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG52
_______________________________________________________________________
3215. NESHAP: MISCELLANEOUS CELLULOSE PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This project is to develop national emission standards for
hazardous air pollutants (NESHAPs) by establishing maximum achievable
control technology (MACT) for facilities manufacturing cellulose ether,
carboxymethyl cellulose, methyl cellulose, cellulose food casing,
producing rayon, and producing cellophane. MACT standards are under
development to reduce the release of hazardous air pollutants (HAP)
from all industries to protect the public health and environment.
Emissions of HAP from this industry have been associated with, but are
not limited to, product washing operations, material storage tanks, and
film drying. The scope of the rule has not been determined. This
project started in the spring of 1997. Data gathering efforts will
continue through 1998. That work will be followed by development of a
regulatory package to propose and promulgate a MACT standard.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 325221 Cellulosic Organic Fiber Manufacturing;
326113 Unsupported Plastics Film and Sheet (except Packaging)
Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 3970
Project combined with SAN 3963
Agency Contact: Bill Schrock, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5032
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-
13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
RIN: 2060-AH11
_______________________________________________________________________
3216. NESHAP: MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILLS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This project is to develop national emission standards for
hazardous air pollutants (HAP) by establishing maximum achievable
control technology (MACT) for municipal solid waste landfills. MACT
standards are under development to reduce the release of HAP from all
industries to protect the public health and environment. The scope of
the rule has not been determined. This project is now scheduled to
start in fiscal year 1998. The initial stage of this project is to
gather preliminary information on landfills to establish a presumptive
MACT. That work will be followed by development of a regulatory package
to propose and promulgate a MACT standard.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal
Sectors Affected: 92411 Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste
Management; 562212 Solid Waste Landfill
Additional Information: SAN No. 3969
Agency Contact: Michele Laur, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5256
Fax: 919 541-0246
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH13
_______________________________________________________________________
3217. STORAGE TANK RULE REVISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (Revision); 40 CFR 61 (Revision); 40 CFR 63
(Revision); 40 CFR 264 (Revision); 40 CFR 265 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The purpose of this action is to revise storage tank air
regulations in several parts of title 40 of the CFR. Such revisions
include rule corrections, the addition of test methods, and the
elimination of some recordkeeping requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 32511 Petrochemical
Manufacturing; 325193 Ethyl Alcohol Manufacturing
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Additional Information: SAN No. 3966
Agency Contact: Mark Morris, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5416
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH15
_______________________________________________________________________
3218. CONSOLIDATED EMISSION REPORTING RULE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410(a)(2)
CFR Citation: 12 CFR 120.2(d)(4); 40 CFR 51.321 to 51.323
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Three sections of the Clean Air Act and its amendments
require State agencies to report emission estimates to EPA. Some of
these sections contain obsolete wording, inconsistent instructions, and
duplicate reporting requirements. This rule will consolidate the
requirements into one area, eliminate obsolete wording, eliminate
duplicate reporting requirements, and provide options for collecting
and reporting data. There will be no impact on small businesses. State
agencies will continue to report the same or reduced amounts of data to
EPA. The rule will provide for flexibility in collecting and reporting
data. There will be no effect on local agencies.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/99
Final Rule 06/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3986
Agency Contact: Steven Bromberg, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-14, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1000
Fax: 919 541-0684
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH25
_______________________________________________________________________
3219. TRANSPORTATION CONFORMITY RULE AMENDMENT: CLARIFICATION OF TRADING
PROVISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671 CAA sec 176(c)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 93
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The transportation conformity rule, promulgated in November
1993, ensures that transportation and air quality planning are
consistent with Clean Air Act air quality standards. The Open Market
Trading Guidance provides guidance to states for establishing a method
to quantify emissions reductions (called discrete emissions reductions
or DERs) that can be traded among parties and how such trading should
occur. This action will amend the transportation conformity rule to
clarify how emissions trading could be reconciled in the conformity
process.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Local, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3917
Agency Contact: Laura Voss, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, NFEVL, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4858
Fax: 734 214-4531
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH31
_______________________________________________________________________
3220. STREAMLINED EVAPORATIVE TEST PROCEDURES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7521(m)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86 (Revision)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action will streamline the test procedure used to
establish compliance with evaporative emission requirements for light
duty vehicles and trucks. The current test procedure requires both two
and three day diurnal emission tests; as well as running lost testing.
The revisions will delete the three day requirement and add
flexibilities for running loss compliance. This will enable
manufacturers to save significant resources without any loss in
environmental benefits.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3910
Agency Contact: Lynn Sohacki, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, NFEVL, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4851
RIN: 2060-AH34
_______________________________________________________________________
3221. REVISIONS TO NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR) REGULATIONS TO IMPLEMENT THE
NEW NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS (NAAQS) FOR OZONE
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.160 to 51.166; 40 CFR 52.21; 40 CFR 52.24
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Clean Air Act requires that construction permit programs
for new or modified major stationary sources of air pollution be
established for areas not attaining the NAAQS. Regulations setting
forth requirements for State and Federal permitting programs are found
at 40 CFR 51.160-166 and 52.21 and 52.24, respectively.
The proposed regulations implement preconstruction permit requirements
for new and modified major stationary sources locating in areas that do
not meet the new, 8-hour NAAQS for ozone, but do meet the 1-hour ozone
standard. The rules are intended to implement the major NSR provisions
in a flexible, common sense, cost-effective, and non-burdensome manner
by allowing States with these nonattainment areas to make minimal
changes to their existing major preconstructed permit programs in their
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State implementation plans. The EPA will continue to work with other
Federal agencies, State and local governments, small businesses,
industry, and environmental and public health groups to develop the
requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/99
Final Action 12/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4046
Agency Contact: Lynn Hutchinson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-12, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5795
Fax: 919 541-5509
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH53
_______________________________________________________________________
3222. NESHAP: COKE OVENS: PUSHING, QUENCHING, AND BATTERY STACKS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: There are currently 25 active domestic coke plants, 20 of
which are furnace coke plants and 5 of which are foundry coke plants.
Coke oven batteries used to produce metallurgical coke at these plants
emit hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) such as coke oven emissions and
polycyclic organic matter listed in section 112 of the Clean Air Act
(CAA).
This action will establish a National Emission Standard for Hazardous
Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for three specific operations associated with
coke ovens, namely pushing, quenching, and battery stacks.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 324199 All Other Petroleum and Coal Products
Manufacturing; 331111 Iron and Steel Mills
Additional Information: SAN No. 4022
Agency Contact: Lula Melton, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2910
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Al Vervaert, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5602
RIN: 2060-AH55
_______________________________________________________________________
3223. FINAL RULE TO AMEND THE NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR MAGNETIC
TAPE MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.703(c)(4); 40 CFR 63.705
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The EPA is amending the promulgated national emission
standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for Magnetic Tape
Manufacturing to include an additional compliance option for facilities
that choose to control their coatings operation to a hazardous air
pollutant (HAP) reduction efficiency greater than 95% by weight. In the
currently promulgated standard, compliance options are provided whereby
a facility operator may choose to control HAP emissions from all
coating operations by an overall HAP control efficiency of at least
97%, 98% or 99%, in lieu of controlling 10, 15, or 20 HAP solvent
storage tanks, respectively. This amendment would provide a further
option that a facility operator controlling the coating operations by
one of those higher control efficiencies could choose to leave
uncontrolled certain combinations of storage tanks and/or pieces of mix
preparation equipment.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/09/99 64 FR 17465
Direct Final Rule 04/09/99 64 FR 17459
NPRM Comment Period End 05/10/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4106
The NPRM is available on the Internet at:
http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/EPA-AIR/1999/April/Day-09/a8780.htm
The direct final rule is available on the Internet at:
http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/EPA-AIR/1999/April/Day-09/a8779.htm
Agency Contact: Michele Aston, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2363
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
Gail Lacy, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Reserach Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5261
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH71
_______________________________________________________________________
3224. NESHAP: FUMED SILICA PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA Section 112; EO 12866
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The CAA required EPA to publish an initial list of all
categories of major and area sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAP)
listed in section 112(b) of the CAA and to establish and meet dates for
promulgation of emissions standards for each of the listed categories
of HAP emissions sources. The standards are to be technology-based and
are to require the maximum degree of reduction determined to be
achievable by the Administrator. The EPA has determined that the fumed
silica
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production industry may be reasonably anticipated to emit one or more
of the pollutants listed in section 112 (b) of the CAA. As a
consequence, the source category is included on the initial list of
HAP-emitting categories scheduled for standards promulgation within ten
years of enactment of the CAA Amendments of 1990. The purpose of this
action is to pursue a regulatory development program such that
emissions standards may be proposed and promulgated for this industry.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Rule 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Sectors Affected: 325188 All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical
Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 4111
Agency Contact: Jeff Telander, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5427
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH72
_______________________________________________________________________
3225. NESHAP: TACONITE IRON ORE PROCESSING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: CAA 112; PL 91-190 sec 203
CFR Citation: Not yet determined
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The taconite iron ore processing source category is comprised
of nine facilities operating in the United States. Seven facilities are
located in Minnesota and two are located in Michigan. The expected
sources of HAP emissions for this source category include: fossil fuel
combustion sources, and possibly the handling and transfer of mined ore
containing naturally occurring inorganic compounds. Anticipated HAP
emissions released from these sources primarily include: formaldehyde,
manganese, nickel, arsenic, and chromium. The quantities of HAP
released are expected to exceed major source levels.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Rule 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Sectors Affected: 21221 Iron Ore Mining
Additional Information: SAN No. 4102
There are nine taconite processing facilities in the U.S.; seven are
located in Minnesota and two are located in Michigan. The MACT standard
for this industry group will be shared between EPA and the State of
Minnesota. State regulations currently in place include both air
emissions limitations and prohibition of effluent discharge to Great
Lakes waters, and both air and water monitoring requirements. Other
existing Federal regulations may be affected under RCRA and TSCA.
Agency Contact: Conrad Chin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1512
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Al Vervaert, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5602
RIN: 2060-AH73
_______________________________________________________________________
3226. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS FOR THE
HYDROCHLORIC ACID PRODUCTION INDUSTRY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 1857 et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 5 USC 605; EO
12291; EO12866
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000, Clean Air Act.
Abstract: Title III of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 requires
the EPA to develop emission standards for each major source category of
hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). The standards are to be technology-
based and are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction
determined to be achievable by the Administrator of the EPA. The EPA
has determined that some hydrochloric acid plants may be major sources
for one or more HAPs. As a consequence, a regulation (emission
standards) will be developed for the hydrochloric acid production
industry.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing;
325199 All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing; 325181 Alkalies
and Chlorine Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 4104
Agency Contact: Joseph Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5446
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
RIN: 2060-AH75
_______________________________________________________________________
3227. NESHAP: ASPHALT/COAL TAR APPLICATION ON METAL PIPES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act (CAA), as amended in 1990, requires the EPA
to (1) publish an initial list of all categories of major and area
sources of the hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)
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listed in section 112(b) of the CAA, (2) promulgate a schedule
establishing a date for the promulgation of emission standards for each
of the listed categories of HAPs emission sources, and (3) develop
emission standards for each source of HAPs. These standards are to be
technology-based and are to require the maximum degree of emission
reduction determined to be achievable by the Administrator. The Agency
has determined that the application of asphalt or coal tar to metal
pipes may reasonably be anticipated to emit several of the 189 HAPs
listed in section 112(b) of the CAA. As a consequence, a regulatory
development program is being pursued for the asphalt/coal tar
application on metal pipes industry to promulgate emission standards.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 332812 Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and
Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers
Additional Information: SAN No. 4107
Agency Contact: Bill Neuffer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5435
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH78
_______________________________________________________________________
3228. NESHAP: CLAY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act (CAA), as amended in 1990, requires the EPA
to (1) publish an initial list of all categories of major and area
sources of the hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed in section 112(b)
of the CAA, (2) promulgate a schedule establishing a date for the
promulgation of emission standards for each of the listed categories of
HAPs emission sources, and (3) develop emission standards for each
source of HAPs. These standards are to be technology-based and are to
require the maximum degree of emission reduction determined to be
achievable by the Administrator. The Agency has determined that the
clay products manufacturing industry may reasonably be anticipated to
emit several of the 189 HAPs listed in section 112(b) of the CAA. As a
consequence, a regulatory development program is being pursued for the
clay products manufacturing industry to promulgate emission standards.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 327121 Brick and Structural Clay Tile Manufacturing;
327124 Clay Refractory Manufacturing; 327122 Ceramic Wall and Floor
Tile Manufacturing; 327123 Other Structural Clay Product Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 4113
Agency Contact: Bill Neuffer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5435
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH79
_______________________________________________________________________
3229. NESHAP: ORGANIC HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS FROM THE SYNTHETIC
ORGANIC CHEMICAL INDUSTRY (SOCMI) & OTHER PROCESSES SUBJECT TO THE
NEGOTIATED REGULATION FOR EQUIPMENT LEAKS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.100 to 63.152
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The actions will amend the HON that was first promulgated on
April 22, 1994, to clarify applicability of process vent requirements.
The changes to the rule will clarify the EPA's intent regarding the
meaning of the term process vent and address the way these provisions
are to be implemented through the permit rule. The need for this action
became apparent recently when it was learned that industry was
interpreting the definition more narrowly than we intended, and thus,
not identifying all process vents subject to the HON. These amendments
will clarify the rule to ensure consistent interpretations of the term
process vent while preserving the intended applicability of the
requirements. These clarifications will not increase or lower or
otherwise affect emissions or environmental protection. Additionally,
the actions may clarify additional sections of the HON and correct any
typographical errors noted. These actions may contain guidance as well
as amended rule language.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 09/00/99
Final Rule 06/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4103
Agency Contact: Jan Meyer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5254
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: [email protected]
Trish Koman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
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Phone: 919 541-4120
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH81
_______________________________________________________________________
3230. NESHAP: POLYVINYL CHLORIDE AND COPOLYMERS PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 1857 CAA 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: Title III of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 requires
EPA to develop emission standards for each major source category of
hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). The standards are to be technology-
based and are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction
determined to be achievable by the administrator of the EPA. The EPA
has determined that some plants may be major sources for one or more
HAPs. As a consequence, a regulation (emission standards) is being
developed for the polyvinyl chloride industry, to be promulgated by
November 15, 2000.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Rule 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 4114
Agency Contact: Warren Johnson, Jr., Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5124
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-
13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
RIN: 2060-AH82
_______________________________________________________________________
3231. NESHAP: URANIUM HEXAFLUORIDE PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This project will develop national emissions standards for
hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) by establishing emissions limitations
for hazardous air pollutants (HAP) which can be emitted by the two
known sources in this category. The emissions limitations are to be
based upon the application of the maximum achievable control technology
(MACT). The purpose of the NESHAP is to reduce emissions of HAP to
protect public health and the environment. The project will begin in
the spring of 1999. Initially, information on the industry processes
and emissions of HAP will be analyzed to identify available emissions
control technologies. That work will be followed by the development,
proposal and promulgation of NESHAP.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Federal
Sectors Affected: 331419 Primary Smelting and Refining of Nonferrous
Metal (except Copper and Aluminum)
Additional Information: SAN No. 4098
Agency Contact: Ken Durkee, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5425
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
RIN: 2060-AH83
_______________________________________________________________________
3232. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION 16--SPECIFICATIONS AND TEST PROCEDURES
FOR PREDICTIVE EMISSION MONITORING SYSTEMS IN STATIONARY SOURCES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: CAA section 111
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Performance Specification 16 is being proposed to provide
performance criteria for predictive emission monitoring systems.
Predictive systems represent a new technology that uses process
information or parameters to predict pollutant emissions instead of
directly measuring them. The Agency is allowing their use in recently-
promulgated rules and they are being considered by a number of
regulated facilities. The specification lists the requirements for
acceptable systems that are met by passing tests that compare the
monitoring system with standardized methods and audit gases to
determine system accuracy and stability. Performance Specification 16
will primarily apply to facilities whose emissions can be predicted
from process parameters such as combustion processes (including gas
turbines and internal combustion engines).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 06/00/99
Final Rule 06/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Sectors Affected: 33241 Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing;
333611 Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Unit Manufacturing; 336399 All
Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing; 333618 Other Engine Equipment
Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 4119
Agency Contact: Foston Curtis, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-19, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1063
William H. Lamason, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
MD-19
Phone: 919 541-5374
RIN: 2060-AH84
_______________________________________________________________________
3233. NESHAP: WET-FORMED FIBERGLASS MAT PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
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Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The CAA required the EPA to publish an initial list of all
categories of major and area sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)
listed in section 112(b) of the CAA and to establish and meet dates for
promulgation of emission standards for each of the listed categories of
HAP emissions sources. The wet-formed fiberglass mat production
industry is not included in the initial list of categories for
standards development but information available to the Administrator
suggests that the industry is a major source of HAP emissions and, as
such, emission standards shall be developed for this industry. The
standards are to be technology-based and are to require the maximum
degree of reduction determined to be achievable by the Administrator.
The EPA has determined that the wet-formed fiberglass mat production
industry may be reasonably expected to emit one of the pollutants
listed in section 112(b) of the CAA. The purpose of this action is to
include the industry in the source category list and to pursue a
regulatory development program such that emission standards may be
proposed and promulgated for this industry.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Rule 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4082
Agency Contact: Juan Santiago, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1084
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
RIN: 2060-AH89
_______________________________________________________________________
3234. TECHNICAL CHANGE TO DOSE METHODOLOGY FOR 40 CFR 191, SUBPART A
Priority: Routine and Frequent
Legal Authority: Atomic Energy Act of 1954; Reorganization Plan No. 3
of 1970; Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 191(A)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action is a technical change to the dose methodology for
subpart A, Environmental Standards for Management and Storage, of 40
CFR 191, Environmental Radiation Protection Standards for the
Management and Disposal of Spent Nuclear Fuel, High-Level and
Transuranic Radioactive Wastes. The current methodology is outdated.
The new method, which would be employed as a result of this action, is
consistent with recent radiation protection standards as well as
Federal Guidance reports issued by EPA. No significant impacts from
this action are anticipated.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/00/99
Final Action 05/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 4003
Agency Contact: Ray Clark, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6602J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9198
Fax: 202 565-2065
RIN: 2060-AH90
_______________________________________________________________________
3235. GENERAL CONFORMITY REGULATIONS; REVISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.850 to 51.860; 40 CFR 93.150 to 93.160
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Section 176(c) of the Clean Air Act prohibits Federal
entities from taking actions which do not conform to the State
implementation plan (SIP) for the attainment and maintenance of the
national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS). In November 1993, EPA
promulgated two sets of regulations to implement section 176(c). First,
on November 24, EPA promulgated the Transportation Conformity
Regulations to establish the criteria and procedures for determining
that transportation plans, programs, and projects which are funded
under title 23 U.S.C. or the Federal Transit Act conform with the SIP.
Then, on November 30, EPA promulgated regulations, known as the General
Conformity Regulations, to ensure that other Federal actions also
conformed to the SIPs. Since 1993, EPA has amended the transportation
conformity rule three times in response to stakeholders' requests. The
EPA is working on a separate revision to address transportation
conformity in transitional areas which will be final by December 1998.
The EPA has not reviewed or revised the General Conformity Regulations
since their 1993 promulgation. Several Federal agencies have identified
concerns over the implementation of the General Conformity Regulations,
including the requirements for areas designated nonattainment for the
newly promulgated NAAQS. In conjunction with an ad hoc work group of
representatives from several Federal agencies, EPA will review the
implementation of the General Conformity Regulations. The EPA will then
propose and promulgate any appropriate revision to those regulations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/99
Final Action 12/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4070
Agency Contact: Annie Nikbakht, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-15, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5246
Fax: 919 541-0824
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AH93
_______________________________________________________________________
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3236. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: RECONSIDERATION ON THE 610
NONESSENTIAL PRODUCTS BAN
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671(q)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82(C)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action would propose to extend the current class I and
class II bans on the sale and distribution of nonessential uses of
ozone-depleting substances where sufficient substitutes are already
readily available. As part of the initial 1993 rulemaking, EPA banned
the use of ozone-depleting substances in aerosols, pressurized
dispensers, and foams where substitutes were available. Since that
rulemaking was issued, the phaseout of production and consumption of
class I substances has become effective and the Significant New
Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program under section 612 has been
promulgated. The phaseout of newly manufactured class I substances and
the identification of new acceptable substitutes for both class I and
class II applications provide compelling reasons to reconsider the
initial decisions regarding both product-specific exemptions and the
decision to limit the ban's effect on major sectors that traditionally
used ozone-depleting substances. Most domestic manufacturers have
already incorporated the non-ozone-depleting substances in their
products. The continued availability and use of ozone-depleting
substances in parts and products manufactured abroad, which are sold or
incorporated into larger products that are then sold into interstate
commerce in the United States, negatively affects the competitiveness
of domestic manufacturers who use substitute substances in their
production. Therefore, it is appropriate to reconsider the
applicability of the class I ban to both specific products and product
categories. Amending these requirements would limit the potential use
of ozone-depleting substances in applications where substitutes are
available and thus, further protect the stratospheric ozone layer.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/99
Final Action 07/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 4077
Agency Contact: Vera Au, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-2216
Fax: 202 564-2096
RIN: 2060-AH99
_______________________________________________________________________
3237. TIER II LIGHT-DUTY VEHICLE AND LIGHT-DUTY TRUCK EMISSION STANDARDS
AND GASOLINE SULFUR STANDARDS
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7521, 42 USC 7545
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86 (Revision); 40 CFR 80
Legal Deadline:
Other, Statutory, December 31, 1999, Determine need - tech. feasibility
and cost effectiveness of more stringent standards.
Abstract: EPA is mandated by the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 to
study whether or not further reductions in emissions from light-duty
vehicles and light-duty trucks should be required through lowering
tailpipe emissions standards. EPA submitted a report to Congress on
July 31, 1998. The report provided evidence that there was a need for
further reductions in emissions and that cost-effective technology is
available to meet more stringent standards. This rulemaking will
propose the next generation of emission standards for light-duty
vehicles, light-duty trucks, and gasoline heavy-duty vehicles. The
primary focus of this action will be reducing emissions of nitrogen
oxides and non-methane hydrocarbons, pollutants which contribute to
ozone pollution. Highway vehicles are significant contributors to ozone
pollution, though tighter standards will also have additional air
quality benefits. The light-duty vehicle and light-duty truck standards
cannot go into effect before the 2004 model year, as per Clean Air Act
requirements. The rulemaking will also propose limitations on the
sulfur content of gasoline available nationwide. Sulfur in gasoline has
a detrimental impact on catalyst performance and could be a limiting
factor in the introduction of advanced technologies on motor vehicles.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/99
Final Action 12/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 336111 Automobile
Manufacturing; 33612 Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing; 4227 Petroleum and
Petroleum Products Wholesalers
Additional Information: SAN No. 4211
Agency Contact: Tad Wysor, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4332
Fax: 734 214-4816
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI23
_______________________________________________________________________
3238. NAAQS: SULFUR DIOXIDE (REVIEW AND IMPLEMENTATION)
Priority: Economically Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7409; CAA sec 109
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50.4; 40 CFR 50.5
Legal Deadline:
NPRM, Judicial, November 1, 1994.
Final, Judicial, April 22, 1996.
Abstract: On November 15, 1994, the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) proposed not to revise the existing 24-hour and annual primary
standards. The EPA sought public comment on the need to adopt
additional regulatory measures to address the health risk to asthmatic
individuals posed by short-term peak sulfur dioxide exposure.
On March 7, 1995, EPA proposed implementation strategies for reducing
short-term high concentrations of sulfur dioxide emissions in the
ambient air.
On May 22, 1996, EPA published its final decision not to revise the
primary sulfur dioxide NAAQS. The notice stated that EPA would shortly
propose a new implementation strategy to assist States in addressing
short-term peaks of sulfur dioxide. The new
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implementation strategy - the Intervention Level Program - was proposed
on January 2, 1997. In July 1996, the American Lung Association and the
Environmental Defense Fund petitioned the U.S. Court of Appeals for the
D.C. Circuit for a judicial review of EPA's decision not to establish a
new 5-minute NAAQS. On January 30, 1998, the court found that EPA did
not adequately explain its decision and remanded the case so EPA could
explain its rationale more fully. EPA published a schedule for
responding to the remand in the May 5, 1998 Federal Register. The
schedule calls for a final response to the remand by December 2000. Any
final action on the intervention level program would occur no sooner
than December 2000.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM NAAQS Review 11/15/94 59 FR 58958
NPRM NAAQS Implementation (Part
51) 03/07/95 60 FR 12492
Final Rule NAAQS Review 05/22/96 61 FR 25566
NPRM Revised NAAQS
Implementation (Part 51) 01/02/97 62 FR 210
Notice Schedule for Response to
NAAQS Remand 05/05/98 63 FR 24782
NPRM Response to NAAQS Remand 09/00/99
Final Response to NAAQS Remand 12/00/00
Final Rule NAAQS Implementation
(Part 51) 01/00/01
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 1002
Agency Contact: Susan Stone (Review), Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, MD-15, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1146
Fax: 919 541-0237
Email: [email protected]
Eric Crump (Implementation), Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-15, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4719
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________
3239. REVISION OF APPENDIX W TO 40 CFR PART 51
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: CAAA sec 110(a)(2); CAAA sec 165(e); CAAA sec 172(a);
CAAA sec 172(c); CAAA sec 301(a)(1); CAAA sec 320
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.112; 40 CFR 51.160; 40 CFR 51.166; 40 CFR
52.21
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action proposes revisions to the Guideline on Air
Quality Models, published as appendix W to 40 CFR part 51. Such models
are used to predict ambient concentrations of pollutants for programs
ranging from Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) to State
Implementation Plans (SIPs) for controlling air pollution sources.
Appendix W to 40 CFR part 51 fulfills a Clean Air Act mandate for EPA
to specify models for air management purposes. This proposed rulemaking
enhances appendix W with new and/or improved techniques.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/00/99
Final Action 09/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: State, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3470
Agency Contact: Tom Coulter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-14, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0832
RIN: 2060-AF01
_______________________________________________________________________
3240. NESHAP/NSPS: RECIPROCATING INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: PL 101-549; 42 USC 7411 CAA sec 111; 42 USC 7412 CAA
sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The stationary reciprocating internal combustion engine
source category is listed as a major source of hazardous air pollutants
(HAPs) under section 112 of the Clean Air Act (CAA). A major source is
one which emits more than 10 tons/yr of one HAP or more than 25 tons/yr
of a combination of 189 HAPs. Internal combustion engines also emit
NOx, SO2, CO, and PM. The EPA will gather information on HAP emissions
from internal combustion engines and determine the appropriate maximum
achievable control technology (MACT) to reduce HAP emissions, if any.
The EPA will also gather information for NOx, SO2, CO, and PM and
decide whether standards are required to reduce these emissions. The
EPA will use information that has already been developed, if possible,
by gathering information by working with State/local agencies, vendors,
manufacturers of internal combustion engines, owners and operators of
internal combustion engines, and environmentalists. Some small
businesses that use internal combustion engines may be directly
impacted as well as a few small government entities who produce their
own power. The number of small entities that would be affected is not
known at this time.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/99
Final 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3656
Agency Contact: Amanda Agnew, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5268
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: [email protected]
Doug Bell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5568
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG63
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3241. STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES FOR SMALL MUNICIPAL WASTE
COMBUSTION UNITS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 4111; CAA sec 129
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 1992.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 direct the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) to set standards of performance and emission
guidelines for new and existing municipal waste combustors under
Sections 111 and 129; to base these standards and guidelines on maximum
achievable control technology; and to include emission limits for
particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen chloride, oxides of
nitrogen, carbon monoxide, mercury, lead, cadmium, and dioxins and
dibenzofurans. The standards for large municipal waste combustors were
adopted in 1995. This rule would establish standards for small MWC
units.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 04/00/99
Final Action 05/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal
Additional Information: SAN No. 4243
Agency Contact: Walt Stevenson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5264
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AI51
_______________________________________________________________________
3242. NESHAP/NSPS: COMBUSTION TURBINE
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: CAA sec 111; CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 44 CFR 60
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The combustion turbine source category is listed as a major
source of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) under section 112 of the
Clean Air Act (CAA). A major source is one which emits more than 10
tons/yr of one HAP or more than 25 tons/yr of a combination of 189
HAPs. Combustion turbines also emit NOx, SO2, CO, and PM. Combustion
turbines are already regulated for NOx and SO2 emissions under section
111 of the CAA. This project is part of the Industrial Combustion
Coordinated Rulemaking (ICCR) Project. The EPA will gather information
on HAP emissions from ICCR project sources including combustion
turbines and determine the appropriate maximum achievable control
technology (MACT) to reduce HAP emissions, if any. The EPA will also
gather information to revise the 1979 NSPS for NOx and SO2 and decide
whether CO and PM standards are required for combustion turbines. The
EPA information that has already been developed will be used if
possible and additional information will be gathered by working with
State/local agencies, vendors, manufacturers of combustion turbines,
owners and operators of combustion turbines, and environmentalists. A
limited number of sources may be tested to gather emission data to
supplement the existing emissions data base. The number of small
entities that would be affected is not known at this time.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3657
Agency Contact: Sims Roy, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5263
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: [email protected]
Doug Bell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5568
Fax: 919 541-5450
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG67
_______________________________________________________________________
3243. NESHAP: MINERAL WOOL PRODUCTION INDUSTRY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 1857 et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 4 USC 605; EO
12866
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act, as amended in 1990, requires the EPA to
(1) publish an initial list of all categories of major and area sources
of the hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed in section 112(b) of the
CAA, (2) promulgate a schedule establishing a date for the promulgation
of emissions standards for each of the listed categories of HAPs
emission sources, and (3) develop emission standards for each source of
HAPs. These standards are to be technology-based and are to require the
maximum degree of emission reduction determined to be achievable by the
Administrator. The Agency has determined that the mineral wool
production industry emits several of the 189 HAPs listed in section
112(b) of the CAA. As a consequence, a regulatory development program
is being pursued for the mineral wool production industry to promulgate
emission standards.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 05/08/97 62 FR 25370
Supp. Proposal 04/00/99
Final Action 05/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3461
Agency Contact: Mary Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5025
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
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Phone: 919 541-5596
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AE08
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3244. NESHAP: IRON FOUNDRIES AND STEEL FOUNDRIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: Iron foundries and steel foundries have been identified by
the EPA as potentially significant sources of air emissions of
manganese compounds, lead compounds, and other substances that are
among the pollutants listed as hazardous air pollutants in section 112
of the Clean Air Act, as amended in November of 1990. As such, these
industries may be source categories for which national emission
standards may be warranted.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 331511 Iron Foundries; 331512 Steel Investment
Foundries; 331513 Steel Foundries, (except Investment)
Additional Information: SAN No. 3343
Agency Contact: Jim Maysilles, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3265
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Al Vervaert, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5602
RIN: 2060-AE43
_______________________________________________________________________
3245. NESHAP: CYANIDE CHEMICALS MANUFACTURING
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: Cyanide compounds are among the pollutants listed as
hazardous air pollutants in section 112 of the Clean Air Act Amendments
of 1990. As a consequence, the EPA has determined that sources that
manufacture cyanide compounds may reasonably be anticipated to emit
cyanide compounds in quantities sufficient to qualify them as major
sources. Three source categories that either produce hydrogen cyanide
or use it in the production of other chemicals, specifically cyanuric
chloride and sodium cyanide, are on the initial list of HAP emitting
source categories selected for regulation. The results of an assessment
of the three source categories conducted by the Agency indicated that
cyanuric chloride is an unstable intermediate product and is
incorrectly listed. Also every facility producing sodium cyanide also
produces hydrogen cyanide. As result of this analysis, the cyanuric
chloride source category was delisted and the sodium and hydrogen
cyanide source categories will be compressed into one cyanide source
category. In addition, this new cyanide category was switched from the
list of categories scheduled to be regulated in 1997 to the list of
categories scheduled for regulation in 2000.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Sectors Affected: 325188 All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical
Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 3341
Agency Contact: Keith Barnett, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5605
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-
13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
RIN: 2060-AE45
_______________________________________________________________________
3246. NESHAP: INTEGRATED IRON AND STEEL
Priority: Economically Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act, as amended November 1990, requires the EPA
to regulate categories of major and area sources of hazardous air
pollutants (HAP). The EPA has determined that integrated iron and steel
mills emit several of the 189 HAP listed (including compounds of
chromium, lead, manganese, toluene, and polycyclic organic matter) in
quantities sufficient to designate them as major sources. As a
consequence, integrated iron and steel facilities are among the HAP-
emitting source categories selected for regulation.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Rule 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3346
Agency Contact: Phil Mulrine, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5289
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Al Vervaert, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5602
RIN: 2060-AE48
_______________________________________________________________________
3247. NESHAP: WOOL FIBERGLASS MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 1857 et seq; 44 USC 350 et seq; 4 USC 605; EO
12866
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
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Legal Deadline:
Final, Judicial, May 15, 1999.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act (CAA), as amended in 1990, requires the EPA
to (1) publish an initial list of all categories of major and area
sources of the hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) listed in Section 112(b)
of the CAA, (2) promulgate a schedule establishing a date for the
promulgation of emissions standards for each of the listed categories
of HAPs emission sources, and (3) develop emission standards for each
source of HAPs. These standards are to be technology-based and are to
require the maximum degree of emission reduction determined to be
achievable by the Administrator. The Agency has determined that the
wool fiberglass manufacturing industry may reasonably be anticipated to
emit several of the 189 HAPs listed in section 112(b) of the CAA. As a
consequence, a regulatory development program is being pursued for the
wool fiberglass manufacturing industry to promulgate emission
standards.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 03/31/97 62 FR 15228
Supp. Proposal 04/00/99
Final Action 05/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 32742 Gypsum and Gypsum Product Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 3123
Agency Contact: William Neuffer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5435
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AE75
_______________________________________________________________________
3248. NESHAP: REINFORCED PLASTIC COMPOSITES PRODUCTION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This regulation would control emissions of hazardous air
pollutants from plants engaged in the manufacturing of homopolymers
and/or copolymers which contain materials designed to enhance the
chemical, physical, and/or thermal properties of the polymer. The
source category includes, but is not limited to processing techniques
such as hand layup and spray layup of gelcoats that incorporate
styrene.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Sectors Affected: 32614 Polystyrene Foam Product Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 3326
Agency Contact: Keith Barnett, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5605
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-
13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5395
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AE79
_______________________________________________________________________
3249. NESHAP: MISCELLANEOUS ORGANIC CHEMICAL PRODUCTION AND PROCESSES
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This regulation will cover organic chemical manufacturing
processes not covered by the HON or other MACT standards. The
regulation will control process vents (continuous and batch), equipment
leaks, storage tanks and wastewater.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Rule 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Sectors Affected: 325992 Photographic Film, Paper, Plate and Chemical
Manufacturing; 32551 Paint and Coating Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 3452
Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5402
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-
13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
RIN: 2060-AE82
_______________________________________________________________________
3250. NESHAP: CHLORINE PRODUCTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The chlorine production source category includes facilities
engaged in the production of chlorine and sodium hydroxide (caustic) by
one of the following electrolytic processes: diaphragm cell, membrane
cell, and mercury cell. Hazardous air pollutants emitted include
chlorine, hydrogen chloride, and mercury. None of the facilities are
major sources on their own. However, several are co-located with major
sources (e.g., pulp and paper plants, polymer plants, synthetic organic
chemical plants, etc.). Emissions of chlorine and hydrogen chloride are
very minor and the Agency is evaluating whether regulation of these
HAPs is warranted. Relative to mercury, which is among five
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pollutants listed for regulation under section 112(c)(6) due to their
persistent and bioaccumulative effects, the Agency intends to subject
to regulation under section 112(d)(2) all mercury cell facilities
regardless of major source status.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3449
Agency Contact: Iliam Rosario, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5308
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Al Vervaert, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5602
RIN: 2060-AE85
_______________________________________________________________________
3251. NESHAP: PRIMARY LEAD SMELTERS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 1997, Statutory Section 112 of the CAA.
Final, Judicial, May 15, 1999.
Abstract: Primary lead smelters are a major source category of
hazardous air pollutants. Potential emissions include compounds of
lead, and other metallic HAPs as well as organic HAPs. Emission
standards would establish maximum achievable control technology
requirements for affected process units and fugitive dust sources. This
industry is comprised of two companies which operate three smelters in
two states.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 04/17/98 63 FR 19200
Supplemental NPRM 04/00/99
Final Action 05/00/99
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 331419 Primary Smelting and Refining of Nonferrous
Metal (except Copper and Aluminum)
Additional Information: SAN No. 3467
Agency Contact: Kevin Cavender, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2364
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Al Vervaert, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5602
RIN: 2060-AE97
_______________________________________________________________________
3252. NESHAP: MANUFACTURING OF NUTRITIONAL YEAST
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: CAA sec 112 (d)
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: Section 112 of the Clean Air Act requires major sources of
hazardous air pollutants to achieve emission reduction based on the
maximum achievable control technology (MACT). This regulatory action
will establish this level of control for both new and existing sources
in the nutritional yeast manufacturing industry. This industry is
currently comprised of 10 sources of 5 different manufacturers located
in 8 different states. The only known HAP emission from this source is
acetaldehyde. It is produced as a by-product during the fermentation
process. The proposed regulatory options set maximum emission limits of
acetaldehyde, which will be achievable by improved process control to
reduce formation of this by-product. A supplemental proposal is being
developed to provide notice and comment opportunity for updated
industry information.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/18/98 63 FR 55812
Supplemental NPRM 10/00/99
Final Action 09/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Sectors Affected: 311999 All Other Miscellaneous Food Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 3550
Agency Contact: Michele Aston, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2363
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AF30
_______________________________________________________________________
3253. AMENDMENTS TO GENERAL PROVISIONS SUBPARTS A AND B FOR 40 CFR 63
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: PL 101-549; 42 USC 7401 CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.1; 40 CFR 63.51
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The General Provisions (subpart A) were promulgated on March
16, 1994 (59 FR 12408). The General Provisions create the technical and
administrative framework and establish general procedures and criteria
for implementing MACT standards. On May 16, 1994, six litigants filed
petitions for EPA to review certain provisions of the General
Provisions. Subpart B, the procedures for implementing section 112(j),
were promulgated on May 26, 1994. In June, 1994 litigants filed
petitions for EPA to review the promulgated procedures. As a result of
the litigation, it is anticipated that a number of technical and
administrative amendments to subpart A and B will be proposed.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 07/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3551
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Agency Contact: James Szykman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2452
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AF31
_______________________________________________________________________
3254. NESHAP: PAINT STRIPPING OPERATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act requires EPA to publish an initial list of
all categories of major and area sources of hazardous air pollutants
(HAPs) listed in section 112(b) of the Act and to establish and meet
dates for promulgation of emission standards for each of the listed
categories of HAP emission sources. The standards are to be technology-
based and are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction
determined to be achievable by the Administrator. The EPA has
determined that paint stripping operations emit at least one of the
HAPs listed in section 112(b) of the Act, specifically methylene
chloride. As a result, the source category is included on the initial
list of HAP-emitting categories scheduled for promulgation within 10
years of enactment of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. The purpose
of this action is to begin a regulatory development program such that
any emission standards may be promulgated according to the mandated
schedule. It is unknown now whether this action will impact small
businesses.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Rule 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3746
Agency Contact: Jaime Pagan, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5340
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
Carolyn Wigington, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation,
MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5376
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG26
_______________________________________________________________________
3255. NESHAP: BOAT MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: This action will result in the reduction of hazardous air
pollutants emitted by the boat manufacturing industry. The most
abundant pollutant emitted by this industry is styrene, which is listed
as a hazardous air pollutant in the 1990 Clean Air Act. The Agency will
study the various hazardous air pollutants emitted by the industry and
will evaluate pollution prevention and abatement techniques which can
reduce emissions from these pollutants.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 12/00/99
Final Action 12/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Sectors Affected: 336611 Ship Building and Repairing; 336612 Boat
Building
Additional Information: SAN No. 3747
Agency Contact: Mark Morris, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5416
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-
13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG27
_______________________________________________________________________
3256. NESHAP: TIRE MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act requires EPA to publish an initial list of
all categories of major and area sources of hazardous air pollutants
(HAPs) listed in section 112(b) of the Act and to establish and meet
dates for promulgation of emission standards for each of the listed
categories of HAP emission sources. The standards are to be technology-
based and are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction
determined to be achievable by the Administrator. The EPA has
determined that 43 major tire manufacturing operations emit at least
one of the HAPs listed in section 112(b) of the Act, specifically
benzene, hexane, and toluene. As a result, the source category is
included on the list of HAP-emitting categories scheduled for
promulgation within 10 years of enactment of the Clean Air Act
Amendments of 1990. The purpose of this action is to continue a
regulatory development program such that any emission standards may be
promulgated according to the mandated schedule.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3749
Agency Contact: Tony Wayne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
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and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5439
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG29
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3257. PETROLEUM SOLVENT DRY CLEANERS MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL
TECHNOLOGY (MACT) STANDARD
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act requires EPA to publish an initial list of
all categories of major and area sources of hazardous air pollutants
(HAPs) listed in section 112(b) of the Clean Air Act Amendments and to
establish and meet dates for promulgation of emission standards for
each of the listed categories of HAP emission sources. The standards
are to be technology-based and are to require the maximum degree of
emission reduction determined to be achievable by the Administrator.
The EPA has determined that the petroleum solvent dry cleaning industry
emits several HAPs listed in section 112(b) of the Act; these HAPs are:
chlorobenzene, cumene, ethyl benzene, polycyclic organic matter,
toluene, and xylene. As a result, the source category is included on
the initial list of HAP-emitting categories scheduled for promulgation
within 10 years of enactment of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990.
The purpose of this action is to begin a regulatory development program
such that any emission standards may be promulgated according to the
mandated schedule. It is anticipated that this action will impact small
business, but the extent of that impact has not yet been determined.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State
Additional Information: SAN No. 3754
Agency Contact: James Szykman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2452
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
Susan Wyatt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5674
Fax: 919 541-0942
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG34
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3258. NESHAP: ETHYLENE PROCESSES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
NPRM, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Final, Statutory, November 20, 2000.
Abstract: Title III of the Clean Air Act requires development of
emission standards for all major sources emitting any of the 188
hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) identified in section 112(b) of the
CAA. Ethylene Processes is listed as a category of major sources based
on process knowledge emissions of benzene and butadiene. This action
will explore alternatives controlling the release of HAPs from the
following process areas located at ethylene process facilities: process
streams, storage, equipment leaks and other fugitive sources, and
wastewater operations. There are no anticipated impacts on small
businesses.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/99
Final 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Sectors Affected: 325193 Ethyl Alcohol Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 3821
Agency Contact: Warren Johnson, Jr., Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5124
Fax: 919 541-3470
Email: [email protected]
Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-
13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
RIN: 2060-AG53
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3259. LARGE APPLIANCE (SURFACE COATING) NESHAP
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 30, 2000.
Abstract: This regulation will apply to surface coating of large
appliance products and parts for household, commercial, or recreational
use. This regulation will reduce nationwide emissions of HAPs from
surface coating of large appliances, a measure required by section 112
of the Clean Air Act.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal
Sectors Affected: 335222 Household Refrigerator and Home Freezer
Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 3823
Agency Contact: Mohamed Serageldin, Environmental Protection Agency,
Air and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2379
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: [email protected]
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Trish Koman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4120
Fax: 919 541-5689
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG54
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3260. NESHAP: ASPHALT ROOFING AND PROCESSING
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The CAA required EPA to publish an initial list of all
categories of major and area sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)
listed in section 112(b) of the CAA and to establish and meet dates for
promulgation of emissions standards for each of the listed categories
of HAP emissions sources. The standards are to be technology-based and
are to require the maximum degree of reduction determined to be
achievable by the Administrator. The EPA has determined that the
asphalt roofing and processing industry may be reasonably anticipated
to emit one of the pollutants listed in section 112(b) of the CAA. As a
consequence, the source category is included on the initial list of
HAP-emitting categories scheduled for standards promulgation within ten
years of enactment of the CAA Amendments of 1990. The purpose of this
action is to pursue a regulatory development program such that emission
standards may be proposed and promulgated according to the mandated
schedule.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 10/00/99
Interim Final Rule 10/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal
Additional Information: SAN No. 3655
Agency Contact: Juan Santiago, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1084
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG66
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3261. NESHAP: INDUSTRIAL, COMMERCIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL BOILERS
Priority: Economically Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The Clean Air Act, as amended in 1990, requires EPA to
develop emission standards for sources of hazardous air pollutants
(HAPs). Industrial boilers and institutional/commercial boilers are
among the potential source categories to be regulated under section 112
of the CAA. Emissions of HAPs will be addressed by this rulemaking for
both new and existing sources. EPA promulgated an NSPS for these source
categories in 1987 and 1990. The standards for the NESHAP are to be
technology-based and are to require the maximum achievable control
technology (MACT) as described in section 112 of the CAA. This standard
is part of the Industrial Combustion Coordinated Rulemaking.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Rule 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Additional Information: SAN No. 3837
Agency Contact: James Eddinger, Environmental Protection Agency, Air
and Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5426
Fax: 919 541-5450
Doug Bell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5568
RIN: 2060-AG69
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3262. NESHAP: LIME MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 CAA sec 112, 44 USC 350 et seq, 5 USC 605
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: Title III of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 requires
the EPA to develop emission standards for each major source category of
hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). The standards are to be technology-
based and are to require the maximum degree of emission reduction
determined to be achievable by the Administrator of the EPA. The EPA
has determined that some lime manufacturing plants may be major sources
for one or more HAPs. As a consequence, a regulation (emission
standards) is being developed for the lime manufacturing industry.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
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NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Sectors Affected: 32741 Lime Manufacturing
Additional Information: SAN No. 3651
Agency Contact: Joseph Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5446
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: [email protected]
Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-13,
Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5596
Email: [email protected]
RIN: 2060-AG72
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3263. NESHAP: FRICTION PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: PL 91-190 sec 203; 42 USC 7401 CAA sec 112
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63
Legal Deadline:
Final, Statutory, November 15, 2000.
Abstract: The friction products manufacturing source category includes
any facility that manufactures or remanufactures friction products such
as brakes, brake pads, disk pads, and clutch pads, including facilities
that use non-asbestiform mineral fibers and asbestos replacement
material. Hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) are emitted from solvents
contained in the adhesives used to bond the friction material to the
automobile part. During 1998, the Agency collected current information
from owners/operators regarding business size, quantities of
pollutants, processes, air pollution control devices, and workplace
practices in the industry. Some of the HAPs reported include phenol,
toluene, methyl chloroform, chlorobenzene, o-cresol, formaldehyde, n-
hexane, hydrogen cyanide, methanol, methylene chloride, methylisobutyl
carbon, 1,1,1-trichloroethane, trichloroethylene, chloroethylether,
ethylbenzene, xylenes, and methylethylketone. Owners/operators reported
that these particular HAPs are emitted during heated processes such as
curing, bonding, and debonding processes. It is expected that
substantial reductions in these emissions can be achieved at the floor
levels of controls under section 112(b). Based on this information and
any needed new information to be developed by EPA and the industry, the
Agency plans to propose and promulgate a maximum achievable control
technology (MACT) or generally available control technology (GACT)
standard for existing sources and new sources. The friction material
industry is concentrated in, but not limited to, the automotive
markets. Impacts on small businesses (including SBREFA analyses) and on
State/local/tribal governments will be assessed.
Timetable:
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Action Date FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM 11/00/99
Final Action 11/00/00
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Additional Information: SAN No. 3899
Agency Contact: Susan Zapata, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and
Radiation, MD-13, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5167
Fax: 919 541-5600
Email: