[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Department of  Transportation Semiannual Regulatory Agenda
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Department of Transportation





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                                     


  



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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Office of the Secretary

14 CFR Chs. I-III

23 CFR Chs. I-III

33 CFR Chs. I and IV

46 CFR Chs. I-III

48 CFR Ch. 12

49 CFR Subtitle A, Chs. I-VI

OST Docket 99-5129

Department Regulatory Agenda; Semiannual Summary

AGENCY:  Office of the Secretary, DOT.

ACTION:  Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY:  The regulatory agenda is a semiannual summary of all current 
and projected rulemakings, reviews of existing regulations, and 
completed actions of the Department. The agenda provides the public 
with information about the Department of Transportation's regulatory 
activity. It is expected that this information will enable the public 
to be more aware of and allow it to more effectively participate in the 
Department's regulatory activity. The public is also invited to submit 
comments on any aspect of this agenda.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:   

General

    You should direct all comments and inquiries on the agenda in 
general to Neil R. Eisner, Assistant General Counsel for Regulation 
and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, 400 7th Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590, (202) 366-4723.

Specific

    You should direct all comments and inquiries on particular 
items in the agenda to the individual listed for the regulation or 
the general rulemaking contact person for the operating 
administration in Appendix B.

     Individuals who use a telecommunications device for the deaf 
(TDD) may call (202) 755-7687.

Table of Contents

Supplementary Information:

Background
Significant/Priority Rulemakings
Explanation of Information on the Agenda
Request for Comments
Purpose
Appendix A - Instructions for Obtaining Copies of Regulatory Documents
Appendix B - General Rulemaking Contact Persons
Appendix C - Public Rulemaking Dockets
Appendix D - Review Plans for Section 610 and Other Requirements
Agenda

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:   

Background

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

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

    The agendas are based on reports submitted by the offices 
initiating the rulemaking and are reviewed by the Department 
Regulations Council. The Department's last agenda was published in 
the Federal Register on November 30, 2000 (65 FR 74134). The next 
one is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register in October 
2001.

    The Department has created an Internet site that provides 
general information about its rulemaking responsibilities and 
activities. It includes hypertext links to numerous other 
departmental sites providing helpful information about DOT 
regulation. The web address for this site is http://regs.dot.gov.

Significant/Priority Rulemakings

    The agenda covers all rules and regulations of the Department. 
We have classified rules as a DOT agency priority in the agenda if 
they are, essentially, very costly, controversial, or of 
substantial public interest under our Regulatory Policies and 
Procedures. All DOT agency priority rulemaking documents are 
subject to review by the Secretary of Transportation. If the Office 
of Management and Budget (OMB) decides a rule is subject to its 
review under Executive Order 12866, we have classified it as 
significant in the agenda.

Explanation of Information on the Agenda

    The format for this agenda is required by Office of Management 
and Budget memorandum of January 16, 2001.

    First, the agenda is divided by initiating offices. Then, the 
agenda is divided into five categories: (1) Prerule stage, (2) 
proposed rule stage, (3) final rule stage, (4) long-term actions, 
and (5) completed actions. For each entry, the agenda provides the 
following information: (1) Its ``significance''; (2) a short 
descriptive title; (3) its legal basis; (4) the related regulatory 
citation in the Code of Federal Regulations; (5) any legal deadline 
and, if so, for what action (e.g., NPRM, final rule); (6) an 
abstract; (7) a timetable, including the earliest expected date for 
a decision on whether to take the action; (8) whether the 
rulemaking will affect small entities and/or levels of government 
and, if so, which categories; (9) whether a Regulatory Flexibility 
Act (RFA) analysis is required (for rules that would have a 
significant economic impact on a substantial number of small 
entities); (10) a listing of any analyses an office will prepare or 
has prepared for the action (With minor exceptions, DOT requires an 
economic analysis for all its rulemakings.); (11) an agency contact 
office or official who can provide further information; (12) a 
Regulation Identifier Number (RIN) assigned to identify an 
individual rulemaking in the agenda and facilitate tracing further 
action on the issue; (13) whether the action is subject to the 
Unfunded Mandates Reform Act; and (14) whether the action is major 
under the congressional review provisions of the

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Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act. If there is 
information that does not fit in the other categories, it will be 
included under a separate heading entitled ``Additional 
Information.''

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

    In the ``Timetable'' column, we use abbreviations to indicate 
the particular documents being considered. ANPRM stands for Advance 
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, SNPRM for Supplemental Notice of 
Proposed Rulemaking, and NPRM for Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. 
Listing a future date in this column does not mean we have made a 
decision to issue a document; it is the earliest date on which we 
expect to make a decision on whether to issue it. In addition, 
these dates are based on current schedules. Information received 
subsequent to the issuance of this agenda could result in a 
decision not to take regulatory action or in changes to proposed 
publication dates. For example, the need for further evaluation 
could result in a later publication date; evidence of a greater 
need for the regulation could result in an earlier publication 
date.

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

Request for Comments
General

    Our agenda is intended primarily for the use of the public. 
Since its inception, we have made modifications and refinements 
that we believe provide the public with more helpful information, 
as well as make the agenda easier to use. We would like you, the 
public, to make suggestions or comments on how the agenda could be 
further improved.

Reviews

    We also seek your suggestions on which of our existing 
regulations you believe need to be reviewed to determine whether 
they should be revised or revoked. We particularly draw your 
attention to the Department's review plan in Appendix D.

Regulatory Flexibility Act

    The Department is especially interested in obtaining 
information on requirements that have a ``significant economic 
impact on a substantial number of small entities'' and, therefore, 
must be reviewed under the Regulatory Flexibility Act. If you have 
any suggested regulations, please submit them to us, along with 
your explanation of why they should be reviewed.

    In accordance with the Regulatory Flexibility Act, comments are 
specifically invited on regulations that we have targeted for 
review under section 610 of the Act. The phrase (Section 610 
Review) appears at the end of the title for these reviews. Please 
see Appendix D for the Department's section 610 review plans.

Federalism

    Executive Order 13132 requires us to develop an accountable 
process to ensure ``meaningful and timely input by State and local 
officials in the development of regulatory policies that have 
federalism implications.'' ``Policies that have federalism 
implications'' are defined in the Executive Order to include 
regulations that have substantial direct effects on the States, on 
the relationship between the national government and the States, or 
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various 
levels of government. Therefore, we encourage State and local 
governments to provide us with information about how the 
Department's rulemakings impact them.

Purpose

    The Department is publishing this regulatory agenda in the 
Federal Register to share with interested members of the public the 
Department's preliminary expectations regarding its future 
regulatory actions. This should enable the public to be more aware 
of the Department's regulatory activity and should result in more 
effective public participation. This publication in the Federal 
Register does not impose any binding obligation on the Department 
or any of the offices within the Department with regard to any 
specific item on the agenda. Regulatory action, in addition to the 
items listed, is not precluded.

Issued in Washington, DC, on April 27, 2001.

 Norman Y. Mineta,

Secretary of Transportation.
Appendix A - Instructions for Obtaining Copies of Regulatory Documents

    To obtain a copy of a specific regulatory document in the 
agenda, you should communicate directly with the contact person 
listed with the regulation at the address below. We note that most 
if not all such documents, including the Semiannual Agenda, are 
available through our Internet-accessible docket at http://
dms.dot.gov. See Appendix C for more information.

United States Coast Guard (USCG)

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

Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)

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

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)

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

Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)

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

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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

Federal Transit Administration (FTA)

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

Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC)

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

Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)

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

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Maritime Administration (MARAD)

    Joel C. Richard, Secretary, Maritime Administration, 400 7th 
Street SW., Room 7210, Washington, DC 20590, (202) 366-5746.

Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS)

    (Name of contact person), Bureau of Transportation Statistics, 
400 7th Street SW., Room 7210, Washington, DC 20590.

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

    The FAA has a mailing list system for notices and advance 
notices of proposed rulemaking (NPRMs and ANPRMs). Persons 
interested in obtaining future copies of all of those documents to 
be issued by the FAA or only of those concerning certain parts of 
the Federal Aviation Regulations should request a copy of Advisory 
Circular No. 11-2, which describes the application procedure, by 
calling (202) 267-3484 or by writing to: Federal Aviation 
Administration, Office of Public Affairs, Attention: Public Inquiry 
Center, APA-230, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591.

Office of the Secretary (OST)

    To obtain a copy of a specific regulatory document or to 
receive future copies of the Department's regulatory agenda write 
to: Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and Enforcement, C-50, 
Office of the General Counsel, Department of Transportation, 
Washington, DC 20590, (202) 366-4723.

Appendix B - General Rulemaking Contact Persons

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

    USCG -- Steve Venckus, Office of Chief Counsel, USCG 
Headquarters Building, Room 3406, 2100 2nd Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593; telephone: (202) 267-1534.

    FAA - Donald Byrne, Office of Chief Counsel, Regulations and 
Enforcement Division, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Room 915A, 
Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267-3073.

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

    FMCSA - Suzanne O'Malley, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th 
Street SW., Room 4223, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 366-
1367.

    FRA - Colleen Brennan, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th Street 
SW., Mail Stop 10, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 493-6028.

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

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

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

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

    MARAD -- Edmund Sommer, Jr., Office of Chief Counsel, Maritime 
Administration, 400 7th Street SW., Room 7221, Washington, DC 
20590; telephone: (202) 366-5181.

    BTS -- Clay Moritz, 400 7th Street SW., Room 4125, Washington, 
DC 20590; telephone: (202) 366-4385.

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

Appendix C- Public Rulemaking Dockets

    The public may review or submit comments to the dockets for all 
of DOT via the Internet at the following address: http://
dms.dot.gov. Examples of documents that may be in the dockets are 
proposed rules, public comments received, supporting analyses, 
studies, and reports.

    The public also may review regulatory dockets at, or deliver 
comments on proposed rulemakings to, the Dockets Office at 400 7th 
Street SW., Room PL 401, Washington, DC 20590, 1-800-647-5527. 
Working Hours: 9:00-5:00.

Appendix D - Review Plans for Section 610 and Other Requirements
Part I - The Plan
General

    The Department of Transportation has long recognized the 
importance of regularly reviewing its existing regulations to 
determine whether they need to be revised or revoked. Our 1979 
Regulatory Policies and Procedures require such reviews. We also 
have responsibilities under E.O. 12866 (``Regulatory Planning and 
Review'') and section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act to 
conduct such reviews. This will include the use of plain language 
techniques in new rules and to consider rewriting existing rules 
when we have the opportunity and resources permit. The Department 
is currently conducting a number of reviews of existing rules and 
is engaged in rulemaking actions resulting from these reviews.

Section 610 Review Plan

    Section 610 requires that we conduct reviews of rules that (1) 
have been published within the last ten years and (2) have a 
``significant economic impact on a substantial number of small 
entities'' (SEIOSNOSE). It also requires that we publish in the 
Federal Register each year a list of any such rules that we will 
review during the next year. To better comply with section 610, the 
Department has updated its regulatory review plan published on June 
29, 1981, to accomplish a more systematic review of all of its 
regulations. The Office of the Secretary and each of the 
Department's Operating Administrations (except for FMCSA) have a 
10-year review plan. These reviews are in accordance with section 
610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

Other Review Plans

    All elements of the Department, except for the FMCSA and 
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), have also elected to use 
this 10-year plan process to comply with the review requirements of 
the Department's Regulatory Policies and Procedures, and Executive 
Order 12866. FMCSA and FAA are using different approaches, which 
are described in Part II to this Appendix.

Changes to the Review Plan

    Some reviews may be conducted earlier than scheduled. For 
example, to the extent resources permit, the plain language reviews 
will be conducted more quickly. Other events, such as accidents, 
may result in the need to conduct earlier reviews of some rules. 
Other factors may also result in the need to make changes; for 
example, we may make changes in response to public comment on this 
plan or in response to a Presidentially mandated review. If there 
is any change to the review plan,

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we will note the change in the following Unified Agenda. For any 
section 610 review, we will provide the required notice prior to 
the review.

Part II - The Review Process
The Analysis

    Generally, the agencies have divided their rules into 10 
different groups and plan to analyze one group each year. For 
purposes of these reviews, a year will coincide with the fall-to-
fall schedule for publication of the Agenda. Thus, Year 1 (1998) 
began in the fall of 1998 and ends in the fall of 1999; Year 2 
(1999) begins in the fall of 1999 and ends in the fall of 2000; and 
so on. We request public comment on the timing of the reviews. For 
example, is there a reason for scheduling an analysis and review 
for a particular rule earlier than we have? Any comments concerning 
the plan or particular analyses can be submitted to the regulatory 
contacts listed in Appendix B, General Rulemaking Contact Persons.

Section 610 Review

    The agency will analyze each of the rules in a given year's 
group to determine whether any rule has a SEIOSNOSE and, thus, 
requires review in accordance with section 610 of the Regulatory 
Flexibility Act. The level of analysis will, of course, depend on 
the nature of the rule and its applicability.

    Publication of agencies' section 610 analyses list each fall in 
this Agenda provides the public with notice and an opportunity to 
comment consistent with the requirements of the Regulatory 
Flexibility Act. We request that public comments be submitted to us 
early in the analysis year concerning the small entity impact of 
the rules to help us in making our determinations.

    In each October's Agenda, the agency will publish the results 
of the analyses it has completed during the previous year. For 
rules that had a negative finding on SEIOSNOSE, we will give a 
short explanation (e.g., ``these rules only establish petition 
processes that have no cost impact'' or ``these rules do not apply 
to any small entities''). For parts, subparts or other discrete 
sections of rules that do have a SEIOSNOSE, we will announce that 
we will be conducting a formal section 610 review during the 
following 12 months. At this stage, we will add an entry to the 
Agenda in the prerulemaking section describing the review in more 
detail. We also will seek public comment on how best to lessen the 
impact of these rules and provide a name or docket to which public 
comments can be submitted. In some cases, the section 610 review 
may be part of another unrelated review of the rule. In such a 
case, we plan to clearly indicate which parts of the review are 
being conducted under section 610.

Other Reviews

    The agency will also examine the specified rules to determine 
whether any other reasons exist for revising or revoking the rule 
or for rewriting the rule in plain language. In each October's 
Agenda, the agency will also publish information on the results of 
the examinations completed during the previous year.

FAA

    The Federal Aviation Administration, in addition to reviewing 
its rules in accordance with the schedule below, has established a 
process by which the public is asked for its comments on which 
rules need review the most. Any information that the FAA receives 
in connection with its annual section 610 analyses would, of 
course, also be reviewed in the spirit of E.O. 12866. In addition, 
in response to a recommendation of the White House Commission on 
Aviation Safety and Security, the FAA has completed a review of all 
its existing regulations to identify those in need of rewriting as 
performance-based or plain language regulations. The agency also 
reviewed ongoing regulatory projects and proposals to identify 
additional candidates for revision. In all, the agency reviewed 68 
parts of the CFR, containing 3,884 sections, appendices, and 
Special Federal Aviation Regulations. In addition to using plain 
language in its current and future regulations, the FAA intends to 
revise those regulations identified in its study when it has the 
opportunity and resources to do so.

FMCSA

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has underway a 
comprehensive, multiyear project to develop modern, uniform safety 
regulations that are up-to-date, clear, concise, easier to 
understand, and more performance oriented. The FMCSA has held 11 
public outreach meetings, announced in the Federal Register, to 
solicit public involvement in this review; a total of 110 industry 
and government safety representatives participated in 14 one-day 
focus group sessions; over 2,000 comments have been received in the 
public docket so far.

    On November 23, 1994, the FMCSA published a final rule removing 
obsolete and redundant regulations identified through this review. 
In addition, on June 18, 1998, the FMCSA published another final 
rule (63 FR 33254) removing and amending additional provisions of 
the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations identified through 
zero-base review.

    The FMCSA is developing a notice of proposed rulemaking that 
will propose a complete revision of the Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Regulations implementing the results of the FMCSA's zero-
base review of those regulations. The NPRM will include a complete 
reorganization of the safety regulations and a rewrite of those 
regulations using plain language and a question-and-answer format 
to enhance the clarity and understandability of those regulations. 
In addition, the notice will focus the regulations on safety while 
adopting a performance-based approach to the regulations and 
reducing the paperwork associated with compliance with the 
regulations. The FMCSA believes that this effort will produce 
regulations which are simpler to understand and to comply with, 
especially for small motor carriers. Because of these long-term, 
ongoing efforts, FMCSA is not currently reviewing these rules.

Part III- List of Pending Section 610 Reviews

    The Agenda identifies the pending DOT Section 610 Reviews by 
inserting ``(Section 610 Review)'' after the title for the specific 
entry. Also, a Governmentwide list of section 610 reviews can be 
located in an index at the end of the Agenda. For further 
information on the pending reviews, see the Agenda entries.

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                                             OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
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1           14 CFR parts 200 through 212............................................          1998          1999
2           14 CFR parts 213 through 232............................................          1999          2000
3           14 CFR parts 234 through 254............................................          2000          2001
4           14 CFR parts 255 through 298 and part 40................................          2001          2002
5           14 CFR parts 300 through 373............................................          2002          2003
6           14 CFR parts 374 through 398............................................          2003          2004
7           14 CFR part 399 and 49 CFR parts 1 through 11...........................          2004          2005
8           49 CFR parts 17 through 28..............................................          2005          2006
9           49 CFR parts 29 through 39 and parts 41 through 89......................          2006          2007
10          49 CFR parts 91 through 99, 48 CFR parts 1201 through 1253, and new               2007          2008
             parts and subparts.....................................................
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Year 2 (Fall 1999) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
14 CFR 217-Reporting traffic statistics by foreign air carriers in 
civilian scheduled, charter, and nonscheduled services
14 CFR 213--Terms, conditions and limitations of foreign air carrier 
permits
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule does not have a 
significant economic impact.
 Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language is 
identified, we will make revisions.
 General: This rule was revised in 1996. If additional updates 
become desirable, changes will be proposed.
14 CFR 214--Terms, conditions, and limitations of foreign air carrier 
permits authorizing charter transportation only
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule does not have a 
significant economic impact.
 Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language is 
identified, we will make revisions.
 General: This rule was revised in 1998. If additional updates 
become desirable, changes will be proposed.
14 CFR 215--Use and change of names of air carriers, foreign air 
carriers and commuter air carriers
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule applies to a substantial 
number of small entities but does not have a significant economic 
impact.
 Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language is 
identified, we will make revisions.
 General: This rule was revised in 1988. If additional updates 
become desirable, changes will be proposed.
14 CFR 216--Commingling of blind sector traffic by foreign air carriers
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule does not have a 
significant economic impact.
 Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language is 
identified, we will make revisions.
 General: This rule was revised in 1978. If additional updates 
become desirable, changes will be proposed.
14 CFR 218--Lease by foreign air carrier or other foreign person of 
aircraft with crew
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule does not have a 
significant economic impact.
 Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language is 
identified, we will make revisions.
 General: This rule was revised in 1981. If additional updates 
become desirable, changes will be proposed.
14 CFR 221--Tariffs
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule does not have a 
significant economic impact.
 Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language is 
identified, we will make revisions.
 General: This rule was revised in 1999. If additional updates 
become desirable, changes will be proposed.
14 CFR 222--Intermodal cargo services by foreign air carriers
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule does not have a 
significant economic impact.
 Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language is 
identified, we will make revisions.
 General: This rule was revised in 1981. If additional updates 
become desirable, changes will be proposed.
14 CFR 223--Free and reduced--rate transportation
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule does not have a 
significant economicimpact.
 Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language is 
identified, we will make revisions.
 General: This rule was revised in 1983. If additional updates 
become desirable, changes will be proposed.
14 CFR 232--Transportation of mail, review of orders of postmaster 
general
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule applies to a substantial 
number of small entities but does not have a significant economic 
impact. Quite to the contrary, the regulation, authorized by 49 U.S.C. 
41902(e), allows for those small entities that believe they have been 
aggrieved by the US Postal Service to seek relief from the Department 
of Transportation.
 Plain Language: Where confusing or wordy language is 
identified, we will make revisions.
 General: This rule was revised in 1976. If additional updates 
become desirable, changes will be proposed.
Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
14 CFR part 234 -- Airline service quality performance reports
14 CFR part 240 -- Inspection of accounts and property
14 CFR part 241 -- Uniform system of accounts and reports for large 
certified air carriers
14 CFR part 243 -- Passenger manifest information
14 CFR part 247 -- Direct airport--to--airport mileage records

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14 CFR part 248 -- Submission of audit reports
14 CFR part 249 -- Preservation of air carrier records
14 CFR part 250 -- Oversales
14 CFR part 252 -- Smoking aboard aircraft
14 CFR part 253 -- Notice of terms of contract of carriage
14 CFR part 254 -- Domestic baggage liability

                                            UNITED STATES COAST GUARD
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
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1           33 CFR Parts 1 through 124..............................................          1998          1999
2           33 CFR Parts 125 through 199............................................          1999          2000
3           46 CFR Parts 1 through 40...............................................          2000          2001
4           46 CFR Parts 41 through 69..............................................          2001          2002
5           46 CFR Parts 70 through 89..............................................          2002          2003
6           46 CFR Parts 90 through 139.............................................          2003          2004
7           46 CFR Parts 140 through 155............................................          2004          2005
8           46 CFR Parts 156 through 165............................................          2005          2006
9           46 CFR Parts 166 through 199............................................          2006          2007
10          New parts and subparts..................................................          2007          2008
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Year 2 (Fall 1999) List of rules analyzed and a summary of the results
33 CFR part 125 -- Identification credentials for persons requiring 
access to waterfront facilities or vessels
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no impact on small 
entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 126 -- Handling of Class 1 (explosive) materials or other 
dangerous cargoes within or contiguous to waterfront facilities
33 CFR part 127 -- Waterfront facilities handling liquefied natural gas 
and liquefied hazardous gas
33 CFR part 128 -- Security of passenger terminals
33 CFR part 133 -- Oil spill liability trust fund; state access
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no impact on small 
entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 135 -- Offshore oil pollution compensation fund
33 CFR part 136 -- Oil spill liability trust fund; claims procedures; 
designation source; and advertisement
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 138 -- Financial responsibility for water pollution 
(vessels)
33 CFR part 140 -- General
33 CFR part 141 -- Personnel
33 CFR part 142 -- Workplace safety and health
33 CFR part 143 -- Design and equipment
33 CFR part 144 -- Lifesaving appliances
33 CFR part 145 -- Fire--fighting equipment
33 CFR part 146 -- Operations
33 CFR part 147 -- Safety zones
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 148 -- General
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 149 -- Design, construction, and equipment
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.

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 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 150 -- Operations
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 160 -- Ports and waterways safety -- general
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 166 -- Shipping safety fairways
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 167 -- Offshore traffic separation schemes
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 174 -- State numbering and casualty reporting systems
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 175 -- Equipment requirements
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
33 CFR part 177 -- Correction of especially hazardous conditions
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules have no significant 
impact on small entities.
 Plain Language: USCG will rewrite as resources permit.
 General: These rules are reviewed for minor non-substantive 
updates on an annual basis. No substantive revisions are necessary.
Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
33 CFR part 126 -- Handling of Class 1 (explosive) materials or other 
dangerous cargoes within or contiguous to waterfront facilities
33 CFR part 127 -- Waterfront facilities handling liquefied natural gas 
and liquefied hazardous gas
33 CFR part 128-- Security of passenger terminals
33 CFR part 135 -- Offshore oil pollution compensation fund
33 CFR part 138 -- Financial responsibility for water pollution 
(vessels)
33 CFR part 140 -- General
33 CFR part 141 -- Personnel
33 CFR part 142 -- Workplace safety and health
33 CFR part 143 -- Design and equipment
33 CFR part 144 -- Lifesaving appliances
33 CFR part 145 -- Firefighting equipment
33 CFR part 146 -- Operations
33 CFR part 151 -- Vessels carrying oil, noxious liquid substances, 
garbage, municipal or commercial waste, and ballast water
33 CFR part 153 -- Control of pollution by oil or hazardous substances, 
discharge removal
33 CFR part 154 -- Facilities transferring oil or hazardous materials 
in bulk
33 CFR part 155 -- Oil or hazardous material pollution prevention 
regulations for vessels
33 CFR part 156 -- Oil or hazardous material transfer operations
33 CFR part 157 -- Rules for the protection of the marine environment 
relating to tank vessels carrying oil in bulk
33 CFR part 158 -- Reception facilities for oil, noxious liquid 
substances, and garbage
33 CFR part 161 -- Vessel traffic management
33 CFR part 162 -- Inland waterways navigation regulations
33 CFR part 163 -- Towing of barges
33 CFR part 164 -- Navigation safety regulations
33 CFR part 165 -- Regulated navigation areas and limited access areas

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33 CFR part 168 -- Escort requirements for certain tankers
33 CFR part 173 -- Vessel numbering and casualty and accident reporting
33 CFR part 179 -- Defect notification
33 CFR part 181 -- Manufacturer requirements
33 CFR part 183 -- Boats and associated equipment
33 CFR part 184 -- 186 Reserved
33 CFR part 187 -- Vessel identification system
33 CFR parts 188 through 199 -- Reserved
46 CFR part 1 -- Organization, general course and methods governing 
marine safety functions
46 CFR part 2 -- Vessel inspections
46 CFR part 3 -- Designation of oceanographic research vessels
46 CFR part 4 -- Marine casualties and investigations
46 CFR part 5 -- Marine investigation regulations -- personnel action
46 CFR part 6 -- Waivers of navigation and vessel inspection laws and 
regulations
46 CFR part 7 -- Boundary lines
46 CFR part 8 -- Vessel inspection alternatives
46 CFR part 9 -- Extra compensation for overtime services
46 CFR part 10 -- Licensing of maritime personnel
46 CFR part 12 -- Certification of seamen
46 CFR part 13 -- Certification of tankermen
46 CFR part 14 -- Shipment and discharge of merchant mariners
46 CFR part 15 -- Manning requirements
46 CFR part 16 -- Chemical testing
46 CFR part 24 -- General provisions
46 CFR part 25 -- Requirements
46 CFR part 26 -- Operations
46 CFR part 28 -- Requirements for commercial fishing industry vessels
46 CFR part 30 -- General provisions
46 CFR part 31 -- Inspection and certification
46 CFR part 32 -- Special equipment, machinery, and hull requirements
46 CFR part 34 -- Firefighting equipment
46 CFR part 35 -- Operations
46 CFR part 36 -- Elevated temperature cargoes
46 CFR part 38 -- Liquefied flammable gases
46 CFR part 39 -- Vapor control systems

                                         FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
                                             SECTION 610 REVIEW PLAN
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
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1           14 CFR parts 1 through 21...............................................          1998          1999
2           14 CFR parts 23 through 34..............................................          1999          2000
3           14 CFR parts 35 through 49..............................................          2000          2001
 4 *        14 CFR parts 61 through 77..............................................          2001          2002
5           14 CFR parts 91 through 105.............................................          2002          2003
6           14 CFR parts 107 through 133............................................          2003          2004
7           14 CFR parts 135 through 147............................................          2004          2005
8           14 CFR parts 150 through 169............................................          2005          2006
9           14 CFR parts 170 through 198............................................          2006          2007
10          14 CFR parts 400 through 415............................................          2007          2008
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* FAA will also review all other rules dealing with alcohol and drugs

Year 1 (Fall 1998) List of Rules reviewed during the past year
14 CFR part 21- Certification procedures for products and parts
 The FAA reviewed this rule to determine if it could be revised 
or revoked to lessen the impact on small entities. Eleven sections 
(21.16, 21.21, 21.33, 21.35, 21.95, 21.97, 21.123, 21.125, 21.143, 
21.157, and 21.183) were found to have a SEIOSNOSE. The agency found 
that no changes are warranted because these sections outline the 
minimum requirements, in terms of type designs, inspections, and tests, 
etc., necessary to demonstrate the airworthiness of aircraft and 
aircraft parts.
Year 2 (Fall 1999) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
14 CFR 23--Airworthiness standards: normal, utility, acrobatic, and 
commuter category airplanes
 Section 610; FAA will conduct a formal 610 review during the 
following 12 months *
 Plain Language: To the extent that the FAA's plain language 
study identified a need for revisions in this part, revisions will be 
made when the FAA has the opportunity and resources to do so.

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14 CFR 25--Airworthiness standards: transport category airplanes
 No SEIOSNOSE. There are no small business manufacturers of 
transport category airplanes.
 Plain Language: To the extent that the FAA's plain language 
study identified a need for revisions in this part, revisions will be 
made when the FAA has the opportunity and resources to do so.
14 CFR 27--Airworthiness standards: normal, utility, acrobatic, and 
commuter category rotorcraft
 Section 610; FAA will conduct a formal 510 review during the 
following 12 months *
 Plain Language: To the extent that the FAA's plain language 
study identified a need for revisions in this part, revisions will be 
made when the FAA has the opportunity and resources to do so.
14 CFR 29--Airworthiness standards: transport category rotorcraft
 Section 610; FAA will conduct a formal 510 review during the 
following 12 months *
 Plain Language: To the extent that the FAA's plain language 
study identified a need for revisions in this part, revisions will be 
made when the FAA has the opportunity and resources to do so.
14 CFR 33--Airworthiness standards: aircraft engines
 Section 610; FAA will conduct a formal 510 review during the 
following 12 months *
 Plain Language: To the extent that the FAA's plain language 
study identified a need for revisions in this part, revisions will be 
made when the FAA has the opportunity and resources to do so.
14 CFR 34--Fuel venting and exhaust emission requirements for turbine 
engine powered airplanes
 Section 610; FAA will conduct a formal 510 review during the 
following 12 months *
 Plain Language: To the extent that the FAA's plain language 
study identified a need for revisions in this part, revisions will be 
made when the FAA has the opportunity and resources to do so.
Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
14 CFR part 35--Airworthiness standards: propellers
14 CFR part 36--Noise standards; aircraft type and airworthiness 
certification
14 CFR part 39-Airworthiness directives
14 CFR part 43--Maintenance, preventive maintenance; rebuilding and 
alteration
14 CFR part 45--Identification and registration marking
14 CFR part 47--Aircraft registration
14 CFR part 49--Recording of aircraft titles and security documents
* A description for this action will be included in the April 2001 
agenda or published in a separate notice in the Federal Register.

                                         FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1           None....................................................................          1998          1999
2           None....................................................................          1999          2000
3           23 CFR parts 450, 657 and 771...........................................          2000          2001
4           23 CFR parts 1-260......................................................          2001          2002
5           23 CFR parts 420, 460-480...............................................          2002          2003
6           23 CFR part 500.........................................................          2003          2004
7           23 CFR 600-656, 658-669.................................................          2004          2005
8           23 CFR parts 710-924....................................................          2005          2006
9           23 CFR parts 1200-1252..................................................          2006          2007
10          New parts and subparts..................................................          2007          2008
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Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
23 CFR part 450-On going review of regulations governing Statewide and 
Metropolitan Transportation Planning
23 CFR part 657 -- On going review of certification of size and weight 
requirements
23 CFR part 771--On going review of regulations governing Assessment of 
Environmental Impact and Related procedures (NEPA Implementing 
Regulations)
Federal-Aid Highway Program

    The FHWA has adopted regulations in title 23 of the CFR, 
chapter I, related to the Federal-aid highway program. These 
regulations implement and carry out the provisions of Federal law 
relating to the administration of Federal aid for highways. The 
primary law authorizing Federal aid for highways is chapter 1 of 
title 23 of the USC. Section 145 of title 23 expressly provides 
that chapter 1 provides for a federally assisted State program. For 
this reason, the regulations adopted by the FHWA in title 23 of the 
CFR primarily relate to requirements that States must meet to 
receive Federal funds for the construction and other work related 
to highways.

    Because the regulations in title 23 primarily relate to States, 
which are not defined as small entities under the Regulatory 
Flexibility Act, the FHWA believes that its regulations in title 23 
do not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number 
of small entities, with limited exceptions discussed below. The 
FHWA solicits public comment on this preliminary conclusion.

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    In title 23, part 657, ``Certification of Size and Weight 
Enforcement,'' may have impacts on small governments or small 
businesses. The FHWA will publish a supplemental ANPRM to consider 
revisions to part 657. Public comment will be solicited 
specifically on whether and how part 657 may be revised to reduce 
burdens on small entities.

    FHWA, jointly with the Federal Transit Administration, will be 
proposing revisions to the regulations currently codified at 23 CFR 
parts 450 and 771. These regulations will be issued in a new 
chapter IV of 23 CFR as ``intermodal'' rules and renumbered 
respectively as 23 CFR part 1410 (planning assistance and 
standards) and 23 CFR part 1420 and 1430 (environmental impact and 
related matters). In the course of developing the notice of 
proposed rulemaking for each of these regulations, the FHWA and FTA 
solicited comment on their potential for impact on small entities, 
including small governments. All comments will be analyzed 
accordingly and issues pertaining to the potential for impact will 
be addressed in the final regulations.

    Development of these revised regulations represents part of the 
FHWA's efforts to implement the Transportation Equity Act for the 
21st Century (TEA-21), which reauthorizes Federal surface 
transportation programs. Additional implementation efforts under 
TEA-21 may offer further opportunities to reduce the burden of 
existing regulations on small entities, and comment on this 
possibility is requested.

                                 NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1           49 CFR parts 501 through 526 and 571.213................................          1998          1999
2           49 CFR parts 571.131 and 571.220 through 571.222........................          1999          2000
3           49 CFR parts 591 through 594............................................          2000          2001
4           49 CFR parts 571.101 through 571.110 and 571.135........................          2001          2002
5           49 CFR parts 529 through 579, except part 571...........................          2002          2003
6           49 CFR parts 571.111 through 571.129 and parts 580 through 590..........          2003          2004
7           49 CFR part 571.201 through 571.212.....................................          2004          2005
8           49 CFR parts 571.214 through 571.219....................................          2005          2006
9           49 CFR parts 571.223 through 571.304, part 500 and new parts and                  2006          2007
             subparts under 49 CFR..................................................
10          23 CFR parts 1200's and 1300's and new parts and subparts under 23 CFR..          2007          2008
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Year 2 (Fall 1999) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
49 CFR part 571.131-School bus pedestrian safety devices
49 CFR part 571.217--Bus emergency exits and window retention and 
release
49 CFR part 571.220--School bus rollover protection
49 CFR part 571.221--School bus body joint strength
49 CFR part 572.222--School bus passenger seating and crash protection
Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
Part 591 -- Implementation of vehicles and equipment subject to Federal 
safety, bumper and theft prevention standards
Part 592 -- Registered importers of vehicles not originally 
manufactured to conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
Part 593 -- Determinations that a vehicle not originally manufactured 
to conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards is eligible 
for importation
Part 594 -- Schedule of fees authorized by 49 U.S.C. 30141
NHTSA Request for Comments

    On September 13, 2000, NHTSA published in the Federal Register 
a request for comments on whether these rules have a significant 
economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. NHTSA 
received and granted a request to extend the comment period to 
November 13, 2000.

                                         FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1           49 CFR parts 200 through 201............................................          1998          1999
2           49 CFR parts 207, 209, 211, 215, and 256................................          1999          2000
3           49 CFR parts 210, 212, 214, and 217.....................................          2000          2001
4           49 CFR parts 219........................................................          2001          2002
5           49 CFR parts 218 and 221................................................          2002          2003
6           49 CFR parts 216 and 228 through 229....................................          2003          2004
7           49 CFR parts 223 and 233................................................          2004          2005
8           49 CFR parts 225, 231, and 234..........................................          2005          2006

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9           49 CFR parts 235 through 236, 250, 260, and 266.........................          2006          2007
10          49 CFR parts 213, 220, 230, 232, 239, 240, and 265......................          2007          2008
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Year 2 (Fall 1999) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
49 CFR part 207-Railroad police officers
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Railroads that qualify as small 
businesses do not generally employ railroad police officers. Economic 
impact would be minimal if they do choose to employ police officers.
 Plain Language: This rule is just over one page in length, and 
is very clearly written.
 General: No additional review is necessary.
49 CFR part 209--Railroad safety enforcement procedures
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Rule provisions are either 
procedural, or their economic impact is not significant.
 Plain Language: Text is clear and well-organized, but does 
contain enough typographical errors to warrant review. FRA plans to 
revise this rule in the near future, and has established RIN 2130-AB35 
for this action.
 General: No additional review is necessary.
49 CFR part 211--Rules of practice
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These are agency procedural rules. 
Participation by all parties, including small entities, in these agency 
proceedings is voluntary.
 Plain Language: FRA's plain language review indicates no need 
for substantial revision. As resources permit, FRA will make changes as 
may be necessary. FRA plans to revise this rule in the near future, and 
has established RIN 2130-AB36 for this action.
 General: Participation in these procedures is voluntary, and 
the costs are minimal.
49 CFR part 215--Railroad freight car safety standards
 Section 610: There is a SEIOSNOSE. FRA will conduct a formal 
review to identify whether additional opportunities may exist to 
further reduce the burden on small railroads without compromising 
safety.
 Plain Language: FRA's plain language review indicates no need 
for substantial revision. As resources permit, FRA will make changes as 
may be necessary.
 General: Part 215 contains provisions (Appendix D) designed to 
reduce the burden on small railroads to the greatest extent possible 
without a negative safety impact. However, a SEIOSNOSE still exists.
49 CFR part 256 -- Financial assistance for railroad passenger 
terminals
 This rule administers a program that is currently inactive 
because funds have not been appropriated for it. Therefore, it has no 
SEIOSNOSE and no further review is necessary.
Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
49 CFR part 210 -- Railroad noise emission compliance regulations
49 CFR part 212 -- State safety participation regulations
49 CFR part 214 -- Railroad workplace safety
49 CFR part 217 -- Railroad operating rules

                                         FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1           None....................................................................          1998          1999
2           None....................................................................          1999          2000
3           49 CFR part 661.........................................................          2000          2001
4           49 CFR parts 653 and 654................................................          2001          2002
5           49 CFR part 665.........................................................          2002          2003
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
49 CFR part 661 -- Buy Americarequirements -- Surface Transportation 
Assistance Act of 1982, as amended

                                             MARITIME ADMINISTRATION
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1           46 CFR parts 201 through 207............................................          1998          1999
2           46 CFR parts 221 through 232............................................          1999          2000
3           46 CFR parts 249 through 295............................................          2000          2001

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4           46 CFR parts 298........................................................          2001          2002
5           46 CFR parts 307 through 310............................................          2002          2003
6           46 CFR parts 315 through 399............................................          2003          2004
7           46 CFR part 340 and 347.................................................          2004          2005
8           46 CFR parts 349 through 380............................................          2005          2006
9           46 CFR parts 381 through 387............................................          2006          2007
10          46 CFR parts 390 through 391............................................          2007          2008
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Year 2 (Fall 1999) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results.
46 CFR part 221-Regulated transactions involving documented vessels and 
other maritime interests
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be 
affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be 
significant.
 Plain Language: In an upcoming rulemaking, MARAD will rewrite 
the regulations using plain language techniques.
 General: We will continue our review and schedule this part 
for revision as appropriate.
46 CFR part 232 -- Uniform Financial Reporting Requirements
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules are procedural and have 
minimal, if any, cost impact.
 Plain Language: As resources permit, MARAD will rewrite the 
regulations using plain language techniques.
 General: MARAD staff concluded that no changes are necessary.
Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
46 CFR 249   Approval of underwriters for marine hull insurance
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be 
effected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be 
significant.
 Plain Language: As resources permit, MARAD will rewrite the 
regulations using plain language techniques.
 General: No changes are necessary because the requirements 
regulate in the most cost-effective manner, the benefits of the 
regulations justify their costs, and the regulations impose the least 
burden on society.
46 CFR 251  Application for subsidies and other direct financial aid
46 CFR 252  Operating--differential subsidy for bulk cargo vessels 
engaged in worldwide services
46 CFR 272  Requirements and procedures for conducting condition 
surveys and administering maintenance and repair subsidy
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be 
effected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be 
significant. Congress has withdrawn MARAD's authority to issue 
operational-differential subsidy.
 Plain Language: We will rewrite any remaining regulations 
using plain language techniques.
 General: We will continue our review of operating-differential 
subsidy regulations and will probably initiate a rulemaking in 
September 2001 to eliminate these regulations as the last operating-
differential subsidy contracts terminate.
46 CFR 276  Construction--differential subsidy repayment
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be 
effected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be 
significant. Plain Language: We will rewrite any remaining regulations 
using plain language techniques.
 General: No changes are necessary because the requirements 
regulate in the most cost-effective manner, the benefits of the 
regulations justify their costs, and the regulations impose the least 
burden on society.
46 CFR 277  Domestic and foreign trade; interpretations
46 CFR 280  Limitations on the award and payment of operating--
differential subsidy for liner operators
46 CFR 281  Information and procedure required under liner operating--
differential subsidy agreements
46 CFR 282  Operating--differential subsidy for liner vessels engaged 
in essential services in the foreign commerce of the United States
46 CFR 283  Dividend policy for operators receiving operating--
differential subsidy
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be 
effected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be 
significant. Congress has withdrawn MARAD's authority to issue 
operational-differential subsidy.
 Plain Language: We will rewrite any remaining regulations 
using plain language techniques.
 General: We will continue our review of operating-differential 
subsidy regulations and will probably initiate a rulemaking in 
September 2001 to eliminate these regulations as the last operating-
differential subsidy contracts terminate.
46 CFR 287  Establishment of construction reserve funds
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be 
affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be 
significant.
 Plain Language: We will rewrite the regulations using plain 
language techniques.
 General: We will continue our review and schedule this part 
for revision as appropriate.
46 CFR 295  Maritime Security Program
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be 
affected, but the economic impact on small entities will not be 
significant.
 Plain Language: The text is clear and well-organized.

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 General: We will revise the regulations if necessary.
Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
 46 CFR part 298--Obligation Guarantees

                                   RESEARCH AND SPECIAL PROGRAMS ADMINSTRATION
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1           49 CFR sections 171.15, 171.16 (incident reports).......................          1998          1999
2           49 CFR parts 106 and 107 (hazardous materials safety procedures), 171             1999          2000
             (general hazmat requirements), 190 (pipeline safety procedures), and
             195 (hazardous liquid pipeline corrosion control)......................
3           49 CFR parts 174, 177 (rail and highway carriage), 191 (gas pipeline              2000          2001
             transportation reports), and 192 (gas pipeline corrosion control)......
4           49 CFR parts 176 (vessel carriage) and 199 (pipeline employee drug and            2001          2002
             alcohol testing).......................................................
5           49 CFR parts 172, 173, 174, 175, 176, 177, and 178 (radioactive                   2002          2003
             material)..............................................................
6           49 CFR parts 172, 173, 174, 176, and 178 (explosives), and 193                    2003          2004
             (liquefied natural gas facilities), and parts 172, 173, 178, and 180
             (cylinders)............................................................
7           49 CFR 173 (shipper requirements) and 194 (onshore oil pipeline response          2004          2005
             plans).................................................................
8           49 CFR parts 178 (non-bulk packaging) and 195 (hazardous liquid pipeline          2005          2006
             transportation)........................................................
9           49 CFR parts 178 through 180 (bulk packaging) and 198 (State pipeline             2006          2007
             safety grants).........................................................
10          49 CFR parts 172 (communications, emergency response, training and                2007          2008
             hazmat table) and 175 (air carriage)...................................
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Year 2 (Fall 1999) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
49 CFR part 106 -- Procedures for adoption of rules
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules are procedural and have 
minimal, if any, cost impact.
 Plain Language: As resources permit, RSPA will rewrite the 
regulations using plain language techniques.
 General: We will continue our review and schedule this part 
for revision as appropriate.
49 CFR part 107 -- Hazardous materials program procedures
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules are procedural and may 
affect some small entities, but the cost impact is not significant.
 Plain Language: As resources permit, RSPA will rewrite the 
regulations using plain language techniques.
 General: We will continue our review and schedule this part 
for revision as appropriate.
49 CFR part 171 -- General hazmat requirements
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Most of the provisions of this part 
serve to reduce the economic impact on the regulated community. Part 
171 assures consistency between the HMR and regulations issued by other 
federal agencies; facilitates international transportation and trade; 
incorporates industry consensus standards into the HMR; and provides 
explanatory material and information to help the HMR easier to read and 
understand.
 Plain Language: Sections 171.1 and 171.2 are being rewritten 
in plain language under Docket HM-223. Commenters suggested that plain 
language rewrite of the remainder of this part is not necessary; 
therefore, no rewrite is currently planned. If sections of this part 
are amended as part of ongoing rulemakings, those sections will be 
rewritten in plain language.
 General: As a result of 610/Plain language review of part 171 
for year 1, no additional reviews are necessary.
49 CFR part 190--Pipeline safety procedures
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These rules are procedural and have 
minimal, if any, cost impact.
 Plain Language: As resources permit, RSPA will rewrite the 
regulations using plain language techniques.
 General: Reviewed pipeline safety program procedures and 
proposed changes to clarify and streamline enforcement procedures.
49 CFR part 195--Hazardous liquid pipeline corrosion control
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The regulations do not impose any 
additional costs because they are consistent with customary industry 
practices.
 Plain Language: Plain language techniques will be used in any 
amended regulations that result from rulemakingfollowing review.
 General: Reviewed corrosion control regulations with state and 
industry input and proposed changes to improve clarity and 
effectiveness.
Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
49 CFR part 174 -- Carriage by rail
49 CFR part 177 -- Carriage by public highway
49 CFR part 191 -- Gas pipeline transportation reports
49 CFR part 192 -- Gas pipeline corrosion control

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                                       BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION STATISTICS
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
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1           14 CFR parts 241, Form 41...............................................          1998          1999
2           14 CFR parts 241, Schedule T-100, and part 217..........................          1999          2000
3           14 CFR parts 298, 49 CFR 1420...........................................          2000          2001
4           14 CFR parts 241, section 19-7..........................................          2001          2002
5           14 CFR parts 291........................................................          2002          2003
6           14 CFR parts 234........................................................          2003          2004
7           14 CFR part 249.........................................................          2004          2005
8           14 CFR part 248.........................................................          2005          2006
9           14 CFR part 250.........................................................          2006          2007
10          14 CFR part 374a, ICAO..................................................          2007          2008
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Year 2 (Fall 1999) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
14 CFR part 241, Schedule T-100-U.S. Air Carrier Traffic and Capacity 
Data by Nonstop Segment and On-Flight Market
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. It has a minor impact.
 Plain Language: This rule is being reviewed as part of an 
overall aviation data requirements review and modernization program, 
which will also take into account the plain language initiative.
 General: This rule is being reviewed as part of an overall 
aviation data requirements review and modernization program.
14 CFR part 217--Reporting Traffic Statistics by Foreign Air Carriers 
in Civilian Scheduled, Charter, and Non--Scheduled Services
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The data collection applies to 
large, foreign carriers.
 Plain Language: This rule is being reviewed as part of an 
overall aviation data requirements review and modernization program, 
which will also take into account the plain language initiative.
 General: This rule is being reviewed as part of an overall 
aviation data requirements review and modernization program.
Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
14 CFR part 298, subpart F -- Schedule 298--C, Report of Financial and 
Operating Statistics for Small Aircraft Operators
 Section 610: potential SEIOSNOSE. This reporting is by small 
entities; comments will be requested from the affected small entities 
to assess the economic impact of the proposed changes.
 Plain Language: A proposed rule is being drafted using plain 
language techniques.
 General: This rule is being reviewed as part of an overall 
program analysis of aviation data requirements and modernization. 
During the review process, BTS identified certain data gaps that exist 
in the current traffic statistics reported by small aircraft operators. 
BTS has added a notice of proposed rulemaking (RIN 2139-AA08) to its 
Regulatory Agenda that is intended to address the gaps in the data.
49 CFR part 1420 -- Reports of motor carriers
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This reporting is by Class I and 
Class II motor carriers that are not small entities.
 Plain Language: Plain language techniques will be used in 
drafting any necessary rule changes.
 General: We will continue our review and schedule this part 
for revision as appropriate.
Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
14 CFR part 241, section 19--7--Passenger Origin and Destination Survey

                                  SAINT LAWRENCE SEAWAY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1           33 CFR parts 401 through 403............................................          1998          1999
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Year 2 (Fall 1999) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
None
Year 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
None  

                                  Office of the Secretary--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2035        +Computer Reservations System Regulations Comprehensive Review......................     2105-AC65
2036        +Aviation Data Requirements Review and Modernization Program........................     2105-AC71

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2037        Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Department of Transportation      2105-AC88
            Programs: Memorandum of Understanding With Small Business Administration; Uniform
            Forms and Other Revisions...........................................................
2038        Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel..........................     2105-AC97
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                                    Office of the Secretary--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2039        Direct Air Carrier Responsibility for Returning Stranded Charter Passengers.........     2105-AA40
2040        Air Travelers: Age Discrimination...................................................     2105-AA45
2041        Direct Flights......................................................................     2105-AA73
2042        Diversion of Flights Within a Metropolitan Area.....................................     2105-AA78
2043        Simplified Aviation Exemption Procedures............................................     2105-AA82
2044        Baggage Liability Notices in International Air Transportation.......................     2105-AA84
2045        Simplified Airline Counter-Sign Notices.............................................     2105-AA88
2046        +Price Advertising..................................................................     2105-AB50
2047        +Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug-Testing Programs......................     2105-AB71
2048        +Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities (Accessibility Guidelines)........     2105-AC06
2049        Use of Direct Final Rulemaking......................................................     2105-AC11
2050        Overbooking of Flights: Elimination of Airport Notice Signs.........................     2105-AC45
2051        Fees and Charges for Special Services: Reinvention..................................     2105-AC47
2052        Amendments to Modal Alcohol Testing Rules: Pre-Employment Testing...................     2105-AC50
2053        +Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Airport Concessions.........     2105-AC76
2054        Nondiscrimination in Air Travel; Boarding Where Level-Entry Is Unavailable..........     2105-AC81
2055        +Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Agreements With Institutions of      2105-AC83
            Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Nonprofit Organizations......................
2056        +Americans With Disabilities Act Accessibility Standards............................     2105-AC86
2057        Participation by Minority Business Enterprises in Department of Transportation           2105-AC89
            Financial Assistance Programs: Threshold Requirements and Other Technical Revisions.
2058        Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Department of Transportation      2105-AC91
            Programs............................................................................
2059        Statement of Policy on Alternative Dispute Resolution...............................     2105-AC94
2060        Over the Road Buses: Extension of Due Date for Information Collection...............     2105-AC98
2061        Maintenance of and Access to Records Pertaining to Individuals......................     2105-AC99
2062        Extension of Computer Reservation System (CRS) Regulations..........................     2105-AD00
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                                   Office of the Secretary--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2063        Policy Statement on Airline Preemption..............................................     2105-AA46
2064        +Statement of Enforcement Policy on Rebating........................................     2105-AB39
2065        +Accessibility of Passenger Vessels to Individuals With Disabilities................     2105-AB87
2066        Use of Oxygen by Air Carrier Passengers.............................................     2105-AC29
2067        +Domestic Passenger Manifest Information............................................     2105-AC62
2068        Electronic Filing Option in DOT Proceedings.........................................     2105-AC79
2069        Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs....................................     2105-AC96
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                                   Office of the Secretary--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2070        Domestic Baggage Liability..........................................................     2105-AC07
2071        +Update of Drug and Alcohol Procedural Rules........................................     2105-AC49
2072        +Enforcement Policy: Unfair Exclusionary Conduct in the Air Transportation Industry.     2105-AC72
2073        Filing Periods for Responsive Pleadings; Rules of Practice in Aviation Economic          2105-AC73
            Proceedings.........................................................................
2074        Standard Time Zone Boundary in the State of Nevada: Proposed Relocation.............     2105-AC82
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation


                                         U.S. Coast Guard--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2075        Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) (USCG-2001-8826)............     2115-AG09
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                      U.S. Coast Guard--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2076        Handling of Explosives or Other Dangerous Cargoes Within or Contiguous to Waterfront     2115-AE22
            Facilities (CGD 92-026)(USCG-1998-4302).............................................
2077        +Escort Vessels in Certain U.S. Waters (CGD 91-202a)................................     2115-AE56
2078        Numbering of Undocumented Barges (CGD 93-091) (USCG-1998-3798)......................     2115-AF13
2079        Carriage of Bulk Solid Materials Requiring Special Handling (USCG-2000-6932)........     2115-AF47
2080        Fire-Suppression Systems and Voyage-Planning for Towing Vessels (USCG 2000-6931)....     2115-AF53
2081        Rules of Practice, Procedure, and Evidence for Administrative Proceedings of the         2115-AF59
            Coast Guard (USCG 1998-3472)........................................................
2082        +Salvage and Marine Firefighting Requirement; Vessel Response Plans for Oil (USCG-       2115-AF60
            1998-3417)..........................................................................
2083        Deepwater Ports (USCG-1998-3884)....................................................     2115-AF63
2084        Vessel Documentation (USCG-1998-4784)...............................................     2115-AF71
2085        Vapor Control Systems (USCG-1999-5150)..............................................     2115-AF78
2086        Marine Shipboard Electrical Cable Standards (USCG-1999-6096)........................     2115-AF89
2087        Revision of Auxiliary Regulations (USCG-1999-6712)..................................     2115-AF94
2088        Cargo Securing on Vessels Operating in U.S. Waters (USCG-2000-7080).................     2115-AF97
2089        Allowing Alternative Source to Incandescent Light in Private Aids to Navigation          2115-AF98
            (USCG-2000-7466)....................................................................
2090        Chemical Testing (USCG-2000-7759)...................................................     2115-AG00
2091        Wearing of Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) by Certain Children aboard Recreational     2115-AG04
            Vessels (USCG-2000-8589)............................................................
2092        +Vessel and Facility Response Plans for Oil: 2003 Equipment Caps and Alternative         2115-AG05
            Technology Revisions (USCG-2001-8661)...............................................
2093        Notification of Arrival: Addition of Charterer to Required Information (USCG-2001-       2115-AG06
            8659)...............................................................................
2094        +Post Casualty Drug and Alcohol Testing (USCG-2001-8773)............................     2115-AG07
2095        Vessel Documentation: Lease Financing for Vessels Engaged in the Coastwise Trade         2115-AG08
            (USCG-2001-8825)....................................................................
2096        Tank Level or Pressure Monitoring Devices...........................................     2115-AG10
2097        Discharge of Effluents in Certain Alaskan Waters by Cruise Vessel Operations (CGD 17-    2115-AG12
            01-003).............................................................................
2098        Navigable Waters of the United States, Territorial Sea, Contiguous Zone; Conforming      2115-AG13
            Definitions to Statutory Changes and Presidential Proclamations (USCG-2001-9044)....
2099        Inspection and Enforcement of Coast Guard Regulations for Fixed Facilities by            2115-AG14
            Minerals Management Service (USCG-2001-9045)........................................
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                                       U.S. Coast Guard--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2100        Safety/Security Zone Regulations....................................................     2115-AA97
2101        Special Anchorage Areas/Anchorage Grounds Regulations...............................     2115-AA98
2102        Vessel Identification System (USCG-1999-6420).......................................     2115-AD35
2103        +Discharge-Removal Equipment for Vessels Carrying Oil (USCG-1998-4858)..............     2115-AD66
2104        Reporting Marine Casualties (USCG-2000-6927)........................................     2115-AD98
2105        +Escort Vessels for Certain Tankers (CGD 91-202)....................................     2115-AE10
2106        Regatta Regulations.................................................................     2115-AE46
2107        Drawbridge Regulations..............................................................     2115-AE47
2108        Regulated Navigation Areas..........................................................     2115-AE84
2109        +Marine Transportation-Related Facility Response Plans for Hazardous Substances          2115-AE87
            (USCG-1999-5705)....................................................................
2110        +Tank Vessel Response Plans for Hazardous Substances (USCG-1998-4354)...............     2115-AE88
2111        Licensing and Manning for Officers of Towing Vessels (CGD 94-055)(USCG 1999-6224)...     2115-AF23
2112        +Implementation of the 1995 Amendments to the International Convention on Standards      2115-AF26
            of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978 (STCW) (CGD 95-062).
2113        Implementation of the National Invasive Species Act of 1996 (CGD 97-068)(USCG-1998-      2115-AF55
            3423)...............................................................................
2114        Pollution Prevention for Oceangoing Ships and Certain Vessels in Domestic Service        2115-AF56
            (USCG-2000-7641) Previous Docket (CGD 97-072).......................................
2115        Safety of Uninspected Passenger Vessels Under the Passenger Vessel Safety Act of         2115-AF69
            1993 (USCG-1999-5040)...............................................................
2116        Certification of Navigation Lights for Uninspected Commercial Vessels and                2115-AF70
            Recreational Vessels (CGD 97-060)(USCG 1999-6580)...................................
2117        Vessel Traffic Service Lower Mississippi River (USCG-1998-4399).....................     2115-AF75
2118        Anchorage Ground; Safety Zone; Speed Limit; Tongass Narrows and Ketchikan, AK (CGD17-    2115-AF81
            99-002).............................................................................
2119        Mandatory Ship Reporting System off the Northeast and the Southeast Coasts of the        2115-AF82
            United States (USCG-1999-5525)......................................................
2120        Training and Qualifications for Personnel on Passenger Ships (USCG 1999-5610).......     2115-AF83
2121        Raising the Threshold of Property Damage for Reports of Accidents Involving              2115-AF87
            Recreational Vessels (USCG-1999-6094)...............................................
2122        Great Lakes Pilotage Rates (USCG-1999-6098).........................................     2115-AF91
2123        Alternate Hull Examination Program for Certain Passenger Vessels, and Underwater         2115-AF95
            Surveys for Passenger, Nautical School, and Sailing School Vessels (USCG-2000-6858).
2124        Noxious Liquid Substances, Obsolete Hazardous Materials in Bulk, and Current             2115-AF96
            Hazardous Materials in Bulk (USCG-2000-7079)........................................
2125        Exemption of Public Vessels Equipped With Electronic Charting and Navigation Systems     2115-AG03
            From Paper Chart Requirements (USCG 2000-8300)......................................
2126        Right to Appeal; Director, Great Lakes Pilotage (USCG-2001-8894)....................     2115-AG11
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                                       U.S. Coast Guard--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2127        Permits for the Transportation of Municipal and Commercial Wastes (CGD 89-014)(USCG-     2115-AD23
            2000-7442)..........................................................................
2128        Claims Procedures Under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (CGD 91-035)..................     2115-AD90
2129        State Access to the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (CGD 92-014).....................     2115-AE19
2130        Propeller Injury Prevention Aboard Rental Boats (CGD 95-041)........................     2115-AF28
2131        Limited Service Domestic Voyage Load Lines for River Barges on Lake Michigan (CGD 95-    2115-AF38
            015) (USCG-1998-4623)...............................................................
2132        Outer Continental Shelf Activities (USCG-1998-3868).................................     2115-AF39
2133        +Emergency Response Plans for Passenger Vessels (USCG-1998-3473)....................     2115-AF61
2134        Commercial Diving Operations (USCG-1998-3786).......................................     2115-AF64
2135        +Improvements to Maritime Safety in Puget Sound-Area Waters (USCG-1998-4501)........     2115-AF68
2136        Barges Carrying Bulk Liquid Hazardous Material (USCG-1999-5117) (Section 610 Review)     2115-AF77
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                                       U.S. Coast Guard--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2137        Regattas and Marine Parades (CGD 95-054)............................................     2115-AF17
2138        Revision to Federal Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Standard for Recreational          2115-AF72
            Vessel Operators (USCG-1998-4593)...................................................
2139        Citizenship Standards for Vessel Ownership and Financing; American Fisheries Act         2115-AF88
            (USCG-1999-6095)....................................................................
2140        Safety Zone; Outer Continental Shelf Platforms in the Gulf of Mexico (CGD08-99-023).     2115-AF93
2141        Inland Waterways Navigation Regulations: Ports and Waterways Safety (CGD 09-00-010).     2115-AG01
2142        Shipping Safety Fairways and Anchorage Areas, Gulf of Mexico (CGD08-00-012).........     2115-AG02
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                              Federal Aviation Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2143        +Improved Water Survival Equipment..................................................     2120-AC72
2144        +Retrofit of Improved Seats in Air Carrier Transport Category Airplanes.............     2120-AC84
2145        +Corrosion Control Program..........................................................     2120-AE92
2146        +National Air Tour Safety Standards.................................................     2120-AF07
2147        +Overflights of Units of the National Park System...................................     2120-AF46
2148        +Flight Crewmember Duty Period Limitations, Flight Time Limitations, and Rest            2120-AF63
            Requirements........................................................................
2149        +False and Misleading Statements Regarding Aircraft Parts...........................     2120-AG08
2150        +Child Restraint Systems............................................................     2120-AG43
2151        Revision of Air Carrier Crewmember and Training Regulations.........................     2120-AG57
2152        Training in the Recognition of Hazardous Material...................................     2120-AG75
2153        +Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems......................................     2120-AG90
2154        Fire Protection of Electrical System Components on Transport Category Airplanes.....     2120-AG92
2155        +Air Tour Operations in State of Hawaii.............................................     2120-AH02
2156        +Fractional Ownership...............................................................     2120-AH06
2157        +Flight Simulation Device Qualification.............................................     2120-AH07
2158        Antidrug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Programs for Personnel Engaged in Specified       2120-AH14
            Aviation Activies...................................................................
2159        Alcohol and Antidrug Misuse Prevention Program for Personnel Engaged in Specified        2120-AH15
            Aviation Activities.................................................................
2160        Airworthiness Directives............................................................     2120-AH17
2161        +Certification of Pilots, Aircraft, and Repairmen for the Operation of Light Sport       2120-AH19
            Aircraft............................................................................
2162        Powered Lift Operations.............................................................     2120-AH20
2163        Intermix Exclusion Deletion.........................................................     2120-AH22
2164        Refusal to Submit to an Authorized Drug Test........................................     2120-AH23
2165        Aircraft Registration Requirements; Clarification of ``Court of Competent                2120-AH24
            Jurisdiction''......................................................................
2166        Revision to Airspeed Indicating System Requirements for Transport Category Airplanes     2120-AH26
2167        Electrical Installation, Nickel Cadmium Battery Installation, and Nickel Cadmium         2120-AH27
            Battery Storage.....................................................................
2168        Design and Installation of Electronic Equipment on Transport Category Airplanes.....     2120-AH28
2169        Electrical Cables...................................................................     2120-AH29
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                                Federal Aviation Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2170        Objects Affecting Navigable Airspace................................................     2120-AA09
2171        Miscellaneous Amendments............................................................     2120-AA50
2172        IFR Altitudes; Miscellaneous Amendments.............................................     2120-AA63
2173        Airworthiness Directives............................................................     2120-AA64
2174        Standard Instrument Approach Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments...................     2120-AA65
2175        Airspace Actions....................................................................     2120-AA66
2176        +Part 145 Review: Repair Stations...................................................     2120-AC38
2177        +Sole Radio Navigation System; Minimum Standards for Certification..................     2120-AD26
2178        +Revision of Part 108, Aircraft Operator Security...................................     2120-AD45
2179        +Revision of Part 107, Airport Security.............................................     2120-AD46

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2180        +Aging Aircraft Safety..............................................................     2120-AE42
2181        Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System and Mode S Transponder Requirements in the       2120-AE81
            National Airspace System............................................................
2182        Flight Attendant English Language Proficiency.......................................     2120-AE98
2183        +Revised Access to Type III Exits...................................................     2120-AF01
2184        +Flight Operational Quality Assurance Program.......................................     2120-AF04
2185        Los Angeles, CA, Class B Airspace...................................................     2120-AF16
2186        Revision of Hydraulics Systems Airworthiness Standards To Harmonize With European        2120-AF79
            Airworthiness Standards for Transport Category Airplanes............................
2187        Revised Precision Approach Landing Systems Policy...................................     2120-AG16
2188        +Fees for FAA Services for Certain Flights..........................................     2120-AG17
2189        +Protection of Voluntarily Submitted Information....................................     2120-AG36
2190        +Screening of Checked Baggage on Flights Within the United States...................     2120-AG51
2191        Parachute Operations................................................................     2120-AG52
2192        +Policy Regarding Airport Rates and Charges.........................................     2120-AG58
2193        +Transport Airplane Fleet Fuel Tank Ignition Source Review; Flammability Reduction,      2120-AG62
            and Maintenance and Inspection Requirements.........................................
2194        Revised Landing Gear Shock Absorption Test Requirements.............................     2120-AG72
2195        Financial Responsibility Requirements for Licensed Reentry Activities...............     2120-AG76
2196        Revision of Braking Systems Airworthiness Standards to Harmonize With European           2120-AG80
            Airworthiness Standards for Transport Category Airplanes............................
2197        +Certification of Screening Companies...............................................     2120-AG84
2198        +Revisions to Digital Flight Data Recorder Regulations for B-737 Airplanes and for       2120-AG87
            Part 125 Operators..................................................................
2199        +Emergency Medical Equipment........................................................     2120-AG89
2200        +Improved Flammability Standards for Thermal/Acoustic Insulation Materials Used in       2120-AG91
            Transport Category Airplanes........................................................
2201        +Certification Procedures for Products and Parts (Section 610 Review)...............     2120-AG93
2202        +Certification of Airports..........................................................     2120-AG96
2203        Special Flight Rules in the Vicinity of Grand Canyon National Park..................     2120-AG97
2204        Noise Certification Standards for Subsonic Jet Airplanes and Subsonic Transport          2120-AH03
            Category Large Airplanes............................................................
2205        Noise Certification Regulations for Helicopters.....................................     2120-AH10
2206        Safe Disposition of Life Limited Aircraft Parts.....................................     2120-AH11
2207        Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum in the West Atlantic Route System Airspace......     2120-AH12
2208        Temporary Flight Restrictions.......................................................     2120-AH13
2209        Civil Penalty Inflation Adjustment Revisions........................................     2120-AH21
2210        Security Control of Air Traffic.....................................................     2120-AH25
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                               Federal Aviation Administration--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2211        +Fuel System Vent Fire Protection...................................................     2120-AA49
2212        Airworthiness Standards; Crash-Resistant Fuel Systems...............................     2120-AA57
2213        Low Fuel Quantity Alerting System...................................................     2120-AB46
2214        Aircraft Engines: Fuel and Induction Systems........................................     2120-AB76
2215        Installation of Crashworthy Fuselage Fuel Tanks and Fuel Lines......................     2120-AC87
2216        +Drug Enforcement Assistance........................................................     2120-AD16
2217        Airplane Engine Cowling Retention...................................................     2120-AD34
2218        1-G Stalling Speed as a Basis for Compliance With Part 25 of the Federal Aviation        2120-AD40
            Regulations.........................................................................
2219        Type Certificates for Some Surplus Aircraft of the Armed Forces.....................     2120-AE41
2220        +Aircraft Ground Deicing and Anti-Icing Program.....................................     2120-AE70
2221        Civil Penalty Assessment Procedures.................................................     2120-AE84
2222        +Training and Checking in Ground Icing Conditions...................................     2120-AF09
2223        +Revision of Emergency Evacuation Demonstration Procedures To Improve Participant        2120-AF21
            Safety..............................................................................
2224        Miscellaneous Cabin Safety Changes..................................................     2120-AF77
2225        Bird Strike.........................................................................     2120-AF80
2226        +Security Programs of Foreign Air Carriers and Foreign Operators of U.S. Registered      2120-AG13
            Air Carriers Engaged in Common Carriage.............................................

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2227        +Noise Limitations for Aircraft Operations in the Vicinity of Grand Canyon National      2120-AG34
            Park................................................................................
2228        +Prohibition of the Transportation of Devices Designed as Chemical Generators as         2120-AG35
            Cargo in Aircraft...................................................................
2229        Licensing and Safety Requirements for Launch........................................     2120-AG37
2230        +Revised Standards for Cargo or Baggage Compartments in Transport Category Airplanes     2120-AG42
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                               Federal Aviation Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2231        Review of Part 47, Aircraft Registration, and Part 49, Recording of Aircraft Titles      2120-AC17
            and Security Documents..............................................................
2232        +Cost of Services and Transfer of Fees to Part 187 From Parts 47, 49, 61, 63, 65,        2120-AD91
            and 143.............................................................................
2233        +Airport Noise Compatibility Planning...............................................     2120-AE64
2234        +Controlled Rest on the Flight Deck.................................................     2120-AF54
2235        Service Difficulty Reports..........................................................     2120-AF71
2236        Bird Ingestion Standards............................................................     2120-AF84
2237        License Requirements for Operation of a Launch Site.................................     2120-AG15
2238        +Air Tour Operations in the State of Hawaii.........................................     2120-AG44
2239        Use of Electronic Signatures........................................................     2120-AG63
2240        Commercial Space Transportation Reusable Launch Vehicle and Reentry Licensing            2120-AG71
            Regulations.........................................................................
2241        Pilot Certificates Issued or Validated on the Basis of a Bilateral Air Safety            2120-AG81
            Agreement...........................................................................
2242        High Density Rule...................................................................     2120-AG85
2243        General Rulemaking Procedures.......................................................     2120-AG95
2244        Fire Protection Requirements for Powerplant Installations on Transport Category          2120-AH00
            Airplanes...........................................................................
2245        Advanced Qualification Program......................................................     2120-AH01
2246        Revisions to Digital Flight Data Recorder Requirements for Airbus Airplanes.........     2120-AH08
2247        +Streamlined Enforcement Test and Evaluation Program; Security; Antidrug and Alcohol     2120-AH09
            Misuse Prevention Programs; Unruly Passengers.......................................
2248        Emergency Locator Transmitters......................................................     2120-AH16
2249        Civil Penalty Actions in Commercial Space Transportation............................     2120-AH18
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                                  Federal Highway Administration--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2250        Highway Beautification..............................................................     2125-AD24
2251        Revisions to Highway Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program..................     2125-AE75
2252        +National Bridge Inspection Standards...............................................     2125-AE86
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                               Federal Highway Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2253        Certification of Size and Weight Enforcement........................................     2125-AC60
2254        Advanced Construction of Federal Aid Projects.......................................     2125-AD59
2255        Work Zone Safety....................................................................     2125-AE29
2256        National Standards for Traffic Control Devices; MUTCD; Minimum Retroreflectivity         2125-AE39
            Requirements for Traffic Signs......................................................
2257        +Federal Lands Highway Program; Transportation Planning Procedures and Management        2125-AE52
            Systems Pertaining to the National Park Service, Including the Park Roads and
            Parkways Program....................................................................
2258        +Federal Lands Highway Program; Transportation Planning Procedures and Management        2125-AE53
            Systems Pertaining to the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Including the Indian
            Reservations Road Program...........................................................

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2259        +Federal Lands Highway Program; Transportation Planning Procedures and Management        2125-AE54
            Systems Pertaining to the Fish and Wildlife Service, Including the Refuge Roads
            Program.............................................................................
2260        +Federal Lands Highway Program; Transportation Planning Procedures and Management        2125-AE55
            Systems Pertaining to the Forest Service, Including the Forest Highways Program.....
2261        Revision of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; Traffic Control Devices       2125-AE78
            on Federal-Aid and Other Streets and Highways; Standards............................
2262        +Design-Build Contracting...........................................................     2125-AE79
2263        +Railroad-Highway Crossing Projects.................................................     2125-AE81
2264        Right-of-Way........................................................................     2125-AE82
2265        National Standards for Traffic Control Devices; Manual on Uniform Traffic Control        2125-AE83
            Devices; Accessible Pedestrian Signals..............................................
2266        Planning and Research Program Administration........................................     2125-AE84
2267        Landscape Development...............................................................     2125-AE85
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                                Federal Highway Administration--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2268        Truck Length and Width Exclusive Devices............................................     2125-AC30
2269        Federal-Aid Highway Systems.........................................................     2125-AD74
2270        Railroad Highway Projects...........................................................     2125-AD86
2271        Administration of Engineering and Design Related Services Contracts.................     2125-AE45
2272        Indian Reservation Road Bridge Program..............................................     2125-AE57
2273        +Revision of Color Specifications for Signs and Pavement Marking Retroreflective         2125-AE67
            Materials...........................................................................
2274        Engineering Services................................................................     2125-AE73
2275        Federal-Aid Project Agreement.......................................................     2125-AE77
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                                Federal Highway Administration--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2276        +Statewide and Metropolitan Planning................................................     2125-AE62
2277        Standards for Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) Applications for Use by        2125-AE63
            Commercial Vehicles in Intelligent Transportation Systems Projects..................
2278        +NEPA and Related Procedures for Transportation Decisionmaking; Protection of Public     2125-AE64
            Parks, Wildlife and Waterfowl Refuges and Historic Sites............................
2279        Procedures for Abatement of Highway Traffic Noise and Construction Noise............     2125-AE80
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                                Federal Highway Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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2280        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation: Intermodal Cargo Containers.....     2125-AC74
2281        Mitigation of Impacts to Wetlands...................................................     2125-AD78
2282        Traffic Control Devices, Markings, Signals, and Systems for Railroad-Highway Grade       2125-AE11
            Crossings...........................................................................
2283        +Application of the National Transportation Communications for ITS Protocol (NTCIP)      2125-AE21
            Standards in ITS Projects...........................................................
2284        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Definition of Commercial Motor Vehicle...     2125-AE22
2285        Revision of Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; General Provisions and            2125-AE25
            Traffic Control for School Areas....................................................
2286        Revision of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; Part II--Signs...........     2125-AE38

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2287        Revision of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; Tourist Oriented              2125-AE50
            Directional Signs, Recreation and Cultural Interest Signs, and Traffic Controls for
            Bicycle Facilities..................................................................
2288        Procedures for Abatement of Highway Traffic Noise and Construction Noise............     2125-AE51
2289        Revision of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; Warning Signs and Traffic     2125-AE58
            Controls for Highway-Light Rail Grade Crossings.....................................
2290        Intelligent Transportation Systems Architecture and Standards.......................     2125-AE65
2291        Revision of the MUTCD; Regulatory Signs, Traffic Control for Low Volume Rural Roads;     2125-AE66
            Traffic Control for Highway-Rail Grade Crossings....................................
2292        Utilities...........................................................................     2125-AE68
2293        Revision of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; General Provisions,           2125-AE71
            Markings, and Signals...............................................................
2294        Revision of the MUTCD--Proposed Amendments for Temporary Traffic Control............     2125-AE72
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                           Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Prerule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2295        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Interstate School Bus Safety.............     2126-AA53
2296        Posting of Employee Protections Information.........................................     2126-AA68
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                        Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2297        +Qualification of Drivers; Vision...................................................     2126-AA05
2298        +Minimum Training Requirements for Operators and Training Instructors of Multiple        2126-AA08
            Trailer Combination Vehicles........................................................
2299        +Training for Entry-Level Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles......................     2126-AA09
2300        +Commercial Driver Physical Fitness as Part of the CDL Process......................     2126-AA10
2301        Safety Performance History of New Drivers...........................................     2126-AA17
2302        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Television Receivers and Data        2126-AA19
            Display Units.......................................................................
2303        +Motor Carrier Replacement Information/Registration System..........................     2126-AA22
2304        +Revision of Regulations and Application Form for Mexican-Domiciled Motor Carriers       2126-AA33
            To Operate in U.S. Municipalities and Commercial Zones on the U.S.-Mexico Border....
2305        +Application by Certain Mexican Motor Carriers To Operate Beyond U.S. Municipalities     2126-AA34
            and Commercial Zones on the U.S.-Mexico Border......................................
2306        +Safety Monitoring System and Compliance Initiative for Mexican Motor Carriers           2126-AA35
            Operating in the United States......................................................
2307        Out-of-Service Criteria.............................................................     2126-AA36
2308        Safety Fitness Procedures...........................................................     2126-AA37
2309        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Zero-Base Revision.......................     2126-AA39
2310        Commercial Driver's License Standards; Requirements and Penalties; Noncommercial         2126-AA55
            Motor Vehicle Violations............................................................
2311        Conforming Amendments to DOT Drug and Alcohol Rule..................................     2126-AA58
2312        +New Entrant Safety Assurance Process...............................................     2126-AA59
2313        +Commercial Driver's License Standards; Requirements and Penalties; Commercial           2126-AA60
            Driver's License Program Improvements...............................................
2314        Rules of Practice for Administrative Proceedings....................................     2126-AA63
2315        +Certification of Safety Auditors...................................................     2126-AA64
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2316        Rules of Practice for Motor Carrier Proceedings; Investigations; Disqualifications       2126-AA15
            and Penalties.......................................................................
2317        +Railroad-Highway Grade Crossing Safety.............................................     2126-AA18
2318        Development of a North American Standard for Protection Against Shifting and Falling     2126-AA27
            Cargo...............................................................................
2319        Minimum Levels of Financial Responsibility for Mexican Motor Carriers...............     2126-AA30
2320        Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Waivers, Exemptions, and Pilot Programs;       2126-AA41
            Rules and Procedures................................................................
2321        Brake Performance Requirements for CMVs Inspected by Performance-Based Brake Testers     2126-AA46
2322        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Safety Requirements for Operators of          2126-AA52
            Small Passenger-Carrying Commercial Motor Vehicles Used in Interstate Commerce......
2323        Motor Carrier Identification Report.................................................     2126-AA57
2324        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; General Amendments..............     2126-AA61
2325        Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Miscellaneous Technical Amendments........     2126-AA62
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2326        +Commercial Driver's License Standards; Biometric Identifier........................     2126-AA01
2327        Commercial Learner Permits..........................................................     2126-AA03
2328        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; General Transportation of Hazardous           2126-AA07
            Materials...........................................................................
2329        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Sleeper Berths on Motor Coaches.     2126-AA12
2330        +Hours of Service of Drivers; Driver Rest and Sleep for Safe Operations.............     2126-AA23
2331        Electronic Filing of Surety Bonds, Trust Fund Agreements, Insurance Certificates;        2126-AA24
            Cancellations.......................................................................
2332        General Jurisdiction Over Freight Forwarder Service.................................     2126-AA25
2333        +English Language Requirement; Qualifications of Drivers............................     2126-AA31
2334        Transportation of Household Goods; Consumer Protection Regulations..................     2126-AA32
2335        +General Requirements; Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance; Intermodal Container         2126-AA38
            Chassis and Trailers................................................................
2336        +Post-Accident Controlled Substances and Alcohol Test Results; Reporting                 2126-AA50
            Requirements for the Fatality Analysis Reporting System.............................
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+ DOT-designated significant regulation


                         Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2337        +Qualification of Drivers; Diabetes.................................................     2126-AA00
2338        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; General; Periodic Registration                2126-AA02
            Requirements for Motor Carriers.....................................................
2339        Physical Qualification of Drivers; Medical Examination; Certificate.................     2126-AA06
2340        +Advanced Technology in Commercial Motor Vehicle Operations.........................     2126-AA16
2341        Registration of For-Hire Motor Carriers, Property Brokers, and Freight Forwarders...     2126-AA26
2342        +Qualifications of Motor Carriers To Self-Insure Their Operations and Fees To            2126-AA28
            Support the Approval and Compliance Process.........................................
2343        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Hours-of-Service and CDL Exemptions......     2126-AA29
2344        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Requirements for Operators of Small           2126-AA44
            Passenger Carrying Commercial Motor Vehicles........................................
2345        +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Definition of Commercial Motor Vehicle...     2126-AA51
2346        Sanctions Against Motor Carriers, Brokers, and Freight Forwarders for Failure To Pay     2126-AA54
            Civil Penalties.....................................................................
2347        Transportation of Household Goods in Interstate or Foreign Commerce; Rules of            2126-AA56
            Practice for Motor Carrier Safety and Hazardous Materials Proceedings...............
2348        Parts and Accessories for Safe Operation; Manufactured Home Tires...................     2126-AA65
2349        Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation: Intermodal Cargo Containers.....     2126-AA67
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2350        Review: Odometer Fraud..............................................................     2127-AF53
2351        Review: American Automobile Labeling Act............................................     2127-AG18
2352        Review: Heavy Truck Conspicuity.....................................................     2127-AG19
2353        Motorcycle Mounted Reflex Reflector Height..........................................     2127-AG92
2354        Review: Child Safety Seat Registration..............................................     2127-AG93
2355        Review: Air Bag On-Off Switches.....................................................     2127-AH12
2356        Headlamp Glare......................................................................     2127-AH81
2357        Motorcycle Headlamp System..........................................................     2127-AH92
2358        Guidelines for States on Enforcement of Light Transmission..........................     2127-AH97
2359        Review: Head Restraints for Light Trucks............................................     2127-AH98
2360        Seat Belt Fit.......................................................................     2127-AI36
2361        Adaptation of Instrumented Lower Legs for Hybrid III Male and Female Adult Dummies..     2127-AI39
2362        +Operation of Motor Vehicles by Intoxicated Persons.................................     2127-AI44
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                       National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2363        Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts....................................     2127-AB79
2364        Seating Systems Performance.........................................................     2127-AD08
2365        Radiator Safety Cap.................................................................     2127-AE59
2366        Convex Cross-View Mirrors...........................................................     2127-AG41
2367        Hybrid III 95th Percentile Male.....................................................     2127-AG79
2368        Buy American Requirements...........................................................     2127-AG99
2369        Political Subdivision Participation in State Highway Safety Programs and State           2127-AH00
            Highway Safety Agency...............................................................
2370        Definition of Community Transportation Vehicles.....................................     2127-AH23
2371        Metric Conversion--Phase III........................................................     2127-AH27
2372        Upgrade Door Retention Performance..................................................     2127-AH34
2373        Administrative Rewrite of the Lighting Requirements Other Than Headlamps............     2127-AH37
2374        Exemption for Inconsequential Defect or Noncompliance...............................     2127-AH58
2375        Compliance and Enforcement..........................................................     2127-AH63
2376        Accelerator Control Systems.........................................................     2127-AH71
2377        +Frontal Offset Protection..........................................................     2127-AH73
2378        Special Purpose Vehicles............................................................     2127-AH75
2379        Brake Hoses.........................................................................     2127-AH79
2380        Low-Speed Vehicle Performance Requirements..........................................     2127-AH80
2381        Defect Reporting and Notification...................................................     2127-AH89
2382        Improve Motorcycle Helmet Head Protection...........................................     2127-AI03
2383        Label Placement on Rear Impact Guards...............................................     2127-AI04
2384        Moving Barrier Tire Specification...................................................     2127-AI05
2385        Theft Data for Calendar Year 1999...................................................     2127-AI06
2386        Insurer Reporting Requirements for October 2001.....................................     2127-AI07
2387        Reorganize and Harmonize Controls and Displays......................................     2127-AI09
2388        Confidential Business Information...................................................     2127-AI13
2389        ''Early Warning'' Defect Reporting Requirements.....................................     2127-AI25
2390        Defects in Foreign Countries........................................................     2127-AI26
2391        Acceleration of Manufacturer Remedy Program.........................................     2127-AI27
2392        Reimbursement Prior to Recall.......................................................     2127-AI28
2393        Disposition of Replaced Tires.......................................................     2127-AI29
2394        Prohibition of Sale or Lease of Equipment...........................................     2127-AI30
2395        Record Retention (Amendment)........................................................     2127-AI31
2396        Improve Tire Safety Information.....................................................     2127-AI32
2397        Tire Pressure Monitoring System.....................................................     2127-AI33
2398        Improving the Safety of Child Restraints............................................     2127-AI34
2399        Seat Belt Emergency Locking Retractor...............................................     2127-AI38
2400        Voluntarily Installed Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages.................................     2127-AI40

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2401        +Automotive Fuel Economy Manufacturing Incentive for Alternative Fuel Vehicles......     2127-AI41
2402        Civil Penalties.....................................................................     2127-AI42
2403        Idle Stop Technology Used in Some Hybrid Electric Vehicles..........................     2127-AI43
2404        Expanding the Auto Parts Marking Requirement........................................     2127-AI46
2405        Parking Brakes for Non-School Bus Vehicles..........................................     2127-AI47
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                        National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2406        Brake Lining........................................................................     2127-AC66
2407        +Platform Lift Systems..............................................................     2127-AD50
2408        Upgrade Fuel Integrity Performance Requirements.....................................     2127-AF36
2409        Alternative Geometric Visibility Requirements for Lamps.............................     2127-AF75
2410        Power-Operated Windows: Roof Panels.................................................     2127-AF83
2411        Automotive Fuel Economy Reports.....................................................     2127-AG00
2412        Dealer Notification of Defect or Noncompliance Determination........................     2127-AG27
2413        Power Window Safety Switches........................................................     2127-AG36
2414        Seat Belt Positioning Devices.......................................................     2127-AG49
2415        Glare Reduction From Daytime Running Lamps..........................................     2127-AG86
2416        Administrative Rewrite for Headlamp Requirements....................................     2127-AG87
2417        Signal Lamps Used With Light Emitting Diodes........................................     2127-AG88
2418        State Issued Identification Documents...............................................     2127-AG91
2419        +Allocation of Fuel Economy Credits.................................................     2127-AG97
2420        Placement of Wheelchair Restraints on Buses.........................................     2127-AH03
2421        Incorporate the 1996 Revision of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)...     2127-AH08
2422        +Harmonization of Head Restraints...................................................     2127-AH09
2423        Truck Air Braking Requirements......................................................     2127-AH11
2424        Child Restraints for Older Children.................................................     2127-AH14
2425        Motorcycle Braking Requirements.....................................................     2127-AH15
2426        Heavy Vehicle Antilock Brake System (ABS) Performance Requirement...................     2127-AH16
2427        +Safety Incentive Grants for Use of Seat Belts-Allocations Based on State Seat Belt      2127-AH38
            Use Rates...........................................................................
2428        Occupant Protection Incentive Grants................................................     2127-AH40
2429        Ejection Mitigation Using Advanced Glazing..........................................     2127-AH50
2430        Upper Interior Impact...............................................................     2127-AH61
2431        Vehicles With Raised Roofs..........................................................     2127-AH74
2432        School Bus Body Joint Strength......................................................     2127-AH84
2433        Stowable or Fold-Away Child Restraint Anchorages....................................     2127-AH85
2434        Neck Lateral Bending for 50th Percentile Male Side Impact Dummy Hybrid III (SID/         2127-AH87
            HIII)...............................................................................
2435        Clarify Test Procedures for Brake Fluids............................................     2127-AH96
2436        Child Restraint Anchorage Systems--Part 2...........................................     2127-AH99
2437        Hybrid III Type 6-Year-Old Size Test Dummy..........................................     2127-AI00
2438        Fifth Percentile Female Test Dummy..................................................     2127-AI01
2439        Hybrid III Type 3-Year-Old Size Test Dummy..........................................     2127-AI02
2440        High-Theft Lines for Model Year 2002................................................     2127-AI08
2441        +Advanced Air Bags..................................................................     2127-AI10
2442        Sale or Lease of Defective or Noncompliant Tire.....................................     2127-AI23
2443        Safe Harbor Provision...............................................................     2127-AI24
2444        Hybrid III Type 12-Month-Old Size Test Dummy........................................     2127-AI37
2445        Procedures for Participating In and Receiving Data From the National Driver              2127-AI45
            Registration Problem Driver Pointer System..........................................
2446        Trailer Test Rig....................................................................     2127-AI48
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2447        +Crashworthiness Ratings............................................................     2127-AA03
2448        +Flammability of Interior Materials--School Buses...................................     2127-AA44
2449        Certification Requirements of Multistage Vehicles...................................     2127-AE27
2450        +Review: Side Impact Protection.....................................................     2127-AF54
2451        Door Latch Exemption for Vehicles Equipped With Wheelchair Lifts and Ramps..........     2127-AG16
2452        Upgrade Roof Crashworthiness........................................................     2127-AG51
2453        Review: Redesigned Air Bags.........................................................     2127-AH13
2454        Use of Universal Child Seats in Aircraft............................................     2127-AH56
2455        Registered Importers of Vehicles Not Originally Manufactured to Conform with the         2127-AH67
            Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards..............................................
2456        Review: Antilock Brake Systems for Heavy Trucks.....................................     2127-AI14
2457        Review: Rear Impact Guards for Truck Trailers.......................................     2127-AI15
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                        National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2458        Review: Passenger-Car Back Seat Occupant Protection.................................     2127-AE95
2459        Modified Vehicles To Accommodate a Person's Disability..............................     2127-AG40
2460        Open Container Requirements.........................................................     2127-AH41
2461        State Highway Safety Data Improvements Incentive Grants.............................     2127-AH43
2462        Minimum Penalties for Repeat Offenders..............................................     2127-AH47
2463        Parking Brake Warning System on School Buses........................................     2127-AH57
2464        Requirements for Low-Speed Vehicles (LSV)...........................................     2127-AH69
2465        Interior Trunk Release..............................................................     2127-AH83
2466        Bonfire Test Procedure..............................................................     2127-AH94
2467        Schedule of Fees Authorized by 49 USC 30141.........................................     2127-AI11
2468        Importation of Vehicles and Equipment Subject to Federal Motor Vehicle (FMV) Safety,     2127-AI12
            Bumper and Theft Prevention Standards and of Vehicles Not Originally Manufactured To
            Conform to FMV Standards............................................................
2469        Listing of Nonconforming Vehicles Eligible for Importation..........................     2127-AI17
2470        Civil Penalties; Registered Importers of Vehicles Not Originally Manufactured To         2127-AI18
            Conform to the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards...............................
2471        +Light Truck Fuel Economy Standards for Model Year 2003.............................     2127-AI35
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                                 Federal Railroad Administration--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2472        Railroad Car Conspicuity............................................................     2130-AB41
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                              Federal Railroad Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2473        +Positive Train Control.............................................................     2130-AA94
2474        Locomotive Crashworthiness..........................................................     2130-AB23
2475        Event Recorder Crashworthiness......................................................     2130-AB34
2476        Revision to Railroad Safety Enforcement Procedures..................................     2130-AB35
2477        Rules of Practice...................................................................     2130-AB36
2478        +Application of Random Testing and Other Alcohol and Drug Regulations to Employees       2130-AB39
            of Foreign Railroads................................................................

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2479        +Requirements for Proficiency in the Use of the English Language and for the Use of      2130-AB40
            English Units of Measurements in Communications About Railroad Operations in the
            United States.......................................................................
2480        +Minimum Standards for Temperature in the Locomotive Cab............................     2130-AB46
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                                Federal Railroad Administration--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2481        Local Rail Freight Assistance to States.............................................     2130-AA60
2482        +Whistle Bans at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings.......................................     2130-AA71
2483        Locomotive Cab Working Conditions...................................................     2130-AA89
2484        Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Grade-Crossing Signal Systems...............     2130-AA97
2485        Revision of Regulations Addressing Discontinuance or Modification of Signal Systems.     2130-AB05
2486        Revision of Signal System Reporting Requirements....................................     2130-AB06
2487        Small Railroads; Policy Statement on Enforcement Program............................     2130-AB15
2488        +Regulations on Safety Integration Plans Governing Railroad Consolidations, Mergers,     2130-AB24
            Acquisitions of Control and Start-Up Operations.....................................
2489        Bridge Worker Safety Standards......................................................     2130-AB25
2490        Roadway Equipment Safety............................................................     2130-AB28
2491        Annual Adjustment of Monetary Threshold for Reporting Rail Equipment Accidents/          2130-AB30
            Incidents...........................................................................
2492        Determination of Minimum Testing Rate for Random Drug and Alcohol Testing...........     2130-AB31
2493        +Locational Requirement for Dispatching of United States Rail Operations............     2130-AB38
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                               Federal Railroad Administration--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2494        +Freight Car Safety Standards: Maintenance-of-Way Equipment.........................     2130-AA68
2495        Blue Signal and Related Protections.................................................     2130-AA90
2496        Use of One-Person Crews in Rail Operations..........................................     2130-AB18
2497        Crane Safety Standards..............................................................     2130-AB27
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                               Federal Railroad Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2498        AMTRAK Waste Disposal...............................................................     2130-AA84
2499        +Hours of Service Electronic Recordkeeping Project..................................     2130-AB04
2500        Tourist and Historic Working Group Regulatory Review................................     2130-AB12
2501        +Power Brake Regulations: Freight Power Brake Revisions.............................     2130-AB16
2502        Track Safety Standards Amendment To Address Gauge Restraint Measurement Systems.....     2130-AB32
2503        Amendments to Order of Particular Applicability Requiring Advanced Civil Speed           2130-AB45
            Enforcement System (ACSES) Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority Temporary Operating
            Protocols...........................................................................
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2504        Clean Fuels Formula Grant Program...................................................     2132-AA64
2505        State Safety Oversight; Rail Fixed Guideway Systems.................................     2132-AA69
2506        Prevention of Alcohol Misuse and Drug Use in Transit Operations.....................     2132-AA71
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                                Federal Transit Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2507        +Bus Testing........................................................................     2132-AA30
2508        Charter Services Demonstration Program..............................................     2132-AA58
2509        Buy America Requirements; Amendment to Certification Procedures.....................     2132-AA62
2510        School Bus Operations...............................................................     2132-AA67
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                                Federal Transit Administration--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2511        +NEPA and Related Procedures for Transportation Decisionmaking; Protection of Public     2132-AA43
            Works, Wildlife and Waterfowl Refuges and Historic Sites............................
2512        +Statewide Metropolitan Planning....................................................     2132-AA66
2513        Buy America Requirements; Permanent Waiver for Microcomputers.......................     2132-AA68
2514        +Requirement for Third-Party Contracting with FTA Recipients........................     2132-AA70
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                                Federal Transit Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2515        +Major Capital Investment Projects..................................................     2132-AA63
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                         Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2516        Seaway Regulations and Rules and Tariff of Tolls....................................     2135-AA12
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                           Research and Special Programs Administration--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2517        +Maps and Records of Pipeline Locations and Characteristics; Notification of State       2137-AB48
            Agencies; Pipe Inventory............................................................
2518        Hazardous Materials: Revision of Requirements for Carriage by Aircraft..............     2137-AD18
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                        Research and Special Programs Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2519        Pipeline Safety: Gas Gathering Line Definition......................................     2137-AB15
2520        DOT 3AL Aluminum Cylinders; Safety Problems.........................................     2137-AB51
2521        Pipeline Safety: Periodic Underwater Inspections....................................     2137-AC54
2522        Hazardous Materials: Retention of Shipping Papers...................................     2137-AC64
2523        +Applicability of the Hazardous Materials Regulations to Loading, Unloading, and         2137-AC68
            Storage.............................................................................
2524        Hazardous Materials: Requirements for Cargo Tanks...................................     2137-AC90
2525        Pipeline Safety: Further Regulatory Review; Gas Pipeline Safety Standards...........     2137-AD01
2526        +Pipeline Safety: Recommendations To Change Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety             2137-AD10
            Standards...........................................................................
2527        Hazardous Materials: Revisions to Standards for Infectious Substances...............     2137-AD13
2528        Hazardous Materials: Revision of Requirements for Carriage by Rail Car and Motor         2137-AD19
            Vehicle.............................................................................
2529        Hazardous Materials: Revisions to the Incident Reporting Requirements and the            2137-AD21
            Detailed Hazardous Materials Incident Report DOT Form...............................
2530        Pipeline Safety: Pressure Testing Older Pipelines in Terminals......................     2137-AD26
2531        Hazardous Materials: Hazard Communication Requirements--Petitions for Rulemaking and     2137-AD28
            Miscellaneous Amendments............................................................
2532        Hazardous Materials: Air Carrier Emergency Telephone Number Requirements............     2137-AD29
2533        Hazardous Materials: Revised and Clarified Hazardous Materials Exemptions Procedures     2137-AD30
2534        +Hazardous Materials Safety: Transportation of Oxygen Cylinders on Aircraft.........     2137-AD33
2535        +Hazardous Materials: Safety Requirements for External Product Piping on Cargo Tanks     2137-AD36
            Transporting Flammable Liquids......................................................
2536        Hazardous Materials: Adoption of latest IAEA and Other Miscellaneous Revisions and       2137-AD40
            Clarifications......................................................................
2537        Pipeline Safety: Producer-Operated Outer Continental Shelf Gas and Hazardous Liquid      2137-AD42
            Pipelines That Cross Directly Into State Waters.....................................
2538        Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Amendments for Unloading IM Portable Tanks on a       2137-AD44
            Transport Vehicle...................................................................
2539        Hazardous Materials: Transportation of Lithium Batteries............................     2137-AD48
2540        Pipeline Safety: Pipeline Integrity Management in High Consequence Areas (Hazardous      2137-AD49
            Liquid Operators With Less Than 500 Miles of Pipeline)..............................
2541        Hazardous Materials: Revision of the Requirements for Hazardous Waste Manifests.....     2137-AD50
2542        Pipeline Safety: Pipeline Integrity Management in High Consequence Areas (Gas            2137-AD54
            Transmission Pipeline Operators)....................................................
2543        Pipeline Safety: Drug and Alcohol Testing for Pipeline Facility Employees...........     2137-AD55
2544        Pipeline Safety: Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Accident Reporting Revisions.............     2137-AD56
2545        Hazardous Materials: Frangible Discs on Tank Cars...................................     2137-AD57
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                         Research and Special Programs Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2546        Quantity Limitations Aboard Aircraft................................................     2137-AA85
2547        +Hazardous Materials: Requirements for Cylinders....................................     2137-AA92
2548        Pipeline Safety: Passage of Internal Inspection Devices.............................     2137-AB71
2549        +Pipeline Safety: Response Plans for Onshore Oil Pipelines..........................     2137-AC30
2550        Filling of Propane Cylinders........................................................     2137-AC86
2551        Hazardous Materials: Revised and Clarified Hazardous Materials Safety Rulemaking and     2137-AD20
            Program Procedures..................................................................
2552        Pipeline Safety: Enforcement Procedures.............................................     2137-AD22
2553        Pipeline Safety: Controlling Corrosion on Hazardous Liquid and Carbon Dioxide            2137-AD24
            Pipelines...........................................................................
2554        Pipeline Safety: Periodic Updates to Pipeline Safety Requirements (1999)............     2137-AD35
2555        Hazardous Materials: Limited Extension of Requirements for Labeling Certain              2137-AD37
            Shipments of Materials Poisonous by Inhalation (PIH)................................
2556        Harmonization With the United Nations Recommendations, International Maritime            2137-AD41
            Dangerous Goods Code, and International Civil Aviation Organization's Technical
            Instructions........................................................................
2557        Revisions; Definition of Administrator..............................................     2137-AD43
2558        Hazardous Materials: Minor Editorial Corrections and Clarifications.................     2137-AD51
2559        Hazardous Materials: Reduction of Registration Fees.................................     2137-AD53
2560        Hazardous Materials: Requirements for Maintenance, Requalification, and Repair of        2137-AD58
            DOT Specification Cylinders.........................................................
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                         Research and Special Programs Administration--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2561        +Safeguarding Food From Contamination During Transportation.........................     2137-AC00
2562        Hazardous Materials: Cargo Tank Rollover Requirements...............................     2137-AD34
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation


                         Research and Special Programs Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2563        Pipeline Safety: Underwater Abandoned Pipeline Facilities...........................     2137-AC33
2564        +Pipeline Safety: Areas Unusually Sensitive to Environmental Damage (USAs)..........     2137-AC34
2565        +Increased Inspection Requirements..................................................     2137-AC38
2566        +Emergency Flow Restricting Devices.................................................     2137-AC39
2567        Regulated Gas and Hazardous Liquid Gathering Lines..................................     2137-AC53
2568        +Pipeline Safety: Pipeline Integrity Management in High Consequence Areas (Hazardous     2137-AD45
            Liquid Operators With 500 or More Miles of Pipeline)................................
2569        Hazardous Materials: Relocation of Registration and Training Requirements...........     2137-AD46
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation


                                  Maritime Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2570        +Cargo Preference Regulations--Carriage of Agricultural Exports.....................     2133-AB37
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
+ DOT-designated significant regulation


                                    Maritime Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2571        Update to Part 205 - Audit Appeals; Policy and Procedure............................     2133-AB42
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                   Maritime Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2572        Removal of Part 207 - Statistical Data for Use in Operating-Differential Subsidy         2133-AB43
            Application Hearings................................................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                               Bureau of Transportation Statistics--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2573        Modernizing the Passenger Origin-Destination Survey.................................     2139-AA01
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


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                            Bureau of Transportation Statistics--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2574        Air Carrier Traffic and Capacity Data By Nonstop Segment and On-Flight Market.......     2139-AA08
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                              Bureau of Transportation Statistics--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2575        Amendment to the Definitions of Revenue and Nonrevenue Passengers...................     2139-AA07
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Office of the Secretary (OST)



_______________________________________________________________________




2035. +COMPUTER RESERVATIONS SYSTEM REGULATIONS COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41712; 49 USC 40101(a); 49 USC 40113(a); 49 USC 
40105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 255

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 31, 1997.

Abstract: The Department regulates computer reservations systems owned 
by airlines or airline affiliates that are used by travel agencies. The 
current rules are designed to prevent the systems from unreasonably 
prejudicing the competitive position of other airlines and to ensure 
that travel agencies can provide accurate and unbiased information to 
the public. The Department is reexamining its rules to see whether they 
should be readopted and, if so, whether they should be changed. As part 
of this action, we will be looking at ways to lessen impacts on small 
entities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/10/97                    62 FR 47606
Notice Extending Comment Period 10/30/97                    62 FR 58700
Request for Comments            11/07/97                    62 FR 60195
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/10/97
Extended Comment Period End     12/09/97
Notice Extending Reply Comment 
Period                          01/23/98                     63 FR 3491
Extended Comment Period End     02/03/98
SANPRM                          07/24/00                    65 FR 45551
NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The extensions for the existing rule are under 
AC75.

Agency Contact: Thomas Ray, Office of General Counsel, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4731

RIN: 2105-AC65
_______________________________________________________________________




2036. +AVIATION DATA REQUIREMENTS REVIEW AND MODERNIZATION PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 41101; 49 USC 41708; 49 USC 
41709; 49 USC 41301; 49 USC 41501; 49 USC 41701

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 241; 14 CFR 250; 14 CFR 298; 14 CFR 374a; 14 CFR 
234

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is undertaking an aviation data requirements 
review and modernization program. The review is designed to harmonize 
the Department's aviation data systems with current regulatory and 
statutory needs; improve the quality of the Department's aviation 
databases; and eliminate obsolete data reporting and processing 
systems. The ANPRM was the first step in an outreach program to review 
aviation data collected by the Department and the measures that should 
be taken to modernize and improve aviation data reporting and 
processing systems. The Department solicited public comments from 
aviation data users on the nature, scope, source, and means for 
collecting, processing, and distributing airline traffic, fare, and 
financial data. Specifically, the Department invited comments to 
determine whether existing aviation data should be amended, 
supplemented, or replaced; whether selected forms and reports should be 
retained, modified, or eliminated; whether the Department should 
require all aviation data to be filed electronically; and how the 
aviation data system should be reengineered to enhance efficiency and 
to reduce costs for both the Department and airline industry. The 
Department has reviewed the comments and reply comments and is in the 
process of redefining the data elements and restructuring the data 
reporting requirements to be included in a NPRM. This action is 
significant due to substantial public and industry interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/15/98                    63 FR 38128
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/14/98
Reply Comment Period End        10/13/98
NPRM                            11/00/01

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Todd Homan, Industry Economist, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, X-55, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9605

RIN: 2105-AC71
_______________________________________________________________________




2037. PARTICIPATION BY DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN DEPARTMENT 
OF TRANSPORTATION PROGRAMS: MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH SMALL 
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION; UNIFORM FORMS AND OTHER REVISIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 105-178; 112 Stat. 107 and 113; 42 USC 2000d; PL 
102-581

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 26

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This NPRM proposes implementation procedures for a memorandum 
of understanding (MOU) between DOT and the Small Business 
Administration. The MOU establishes reciprocity and streamlines 
certification procedures for participation in SBA's 8(a) Business 
Development and Small Disadvantaged Business program, and DOT's DBE 
program. This document also proposed a uniform certification 
application form and a uniform reporting form. This document also 
requests comments for issues relating to personal net worth 
requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Laura Aguilar, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, C-10, Room 10102
Phone: 202 366-0365
Fax: 202 366-9170
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC88
_______________________________________________________________________




2038. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN AIR TRAVEL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 41702; 14 USC 41705; 14 USC 41712

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 382

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is proposing to amend its rules implementing 
the Air Carrier Access Act of 1986 concerning requirements for movable 
aisle armrests. The amendment would clarify the application of the 
movable armrest requirement to all classes of service in an aircraft. 
In addition, in response to changed practices in parts of the airline 
industry, the Department is proposing to require preboarding to be made 
available for passengers with disabilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC97
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Office of the Secretary (OST)



_______________________________________________________________________




2039. DIRECT AIR CARRIER RESPONSIBILITY FOR RETURNING STRANDED CHARTER 
PASSENGERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 1324; 49 USC 1371

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 207; 14 CFR 208

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/11/80                    45 FR 46812
NPRM Comment Period End         09/25/80
Reply Comment Period End        10/10/80
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: EDR 405, Docket 37169.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723

RIN: 2105-AA40
_______________________________________________________________________




2040. AIR TRAVELERS: AGE DISCRIMINATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 6102

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 376

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking action was initiated by the Civil Aeronautics 
Board to implement the Age Discrimination Act of 1975. A draft final 
rule was submitted to HHS, as required by that Act, and was approved. 
However, in

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view of current airline practices with respect to travel by the 
elderly, and the absence of complaints of discrimination based on age, 
there no longer appears to be a need for further rulemaking action, and 
the NPRM will be withdrawn.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/26/79                    44 FR 55383
Final Action Adopted by the 
Board                           04/10/80
HHS Approved Final Rule With 
Changes                         07/13/84
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: SPDR-74, Docket 36639.

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AA45
_______________________________________________________________________




2041. DIRECT FLIGHTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 1381

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The petition is filed in Docket 41217.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723

RIN: 2105-AA73
_______________________________________________________________________




2042. DIVERSION OF FLIGHTS WITHIN A METROPOLITAN AREA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 1301; 49 USC 1302; 49 USC 1305; 49 USC 1324; 49 
USC 1371; 49 USC 1375; 49 USC 1377 to 1379; 49 USC 1381; 49 USC 1382; 
49 USC 1386; 49 USC 1461; 49 USC 1481; 49 USC 1482; 49 USC 1502; 49 USC 
1504; PL 96-354; 5 USC 601

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 253; 14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The CAB proposed to amend its rules requiring notice of 
contract terms for domestic travel to require that actual notice be 
given to passengers of terms absolving carriers from any responsibility 
to transport a passenger to the destination named on the ticket, or to 
reimburse the passenger for expenses in reaching the airport noted on 
the ticket when a flight is diverted to another airport in the same 
metropolitan area. Alternatively, the Board proposed to declare it to 
be an unfair and deceptive practice to divert a passenger without 
arranging and paying for alternate transportation to the destination 
airport named on the passenger's ticket. The Board considered a final 
rule but did not decide what action to take. DOT is withdrawing the 
NPRM as unnecessary since it appears that carriers no longer have the 
policies that promoted the CAB's concern.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/23/83                    48 FR 43343
NPRM Comment Period End         11/07/83
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket 41683, EDR 468/PSDR-81.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723

RIN: 2105-AA78
_______________________________________________________________________




2043. SIMPLIFIED AVIATION EXEMPTION PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

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

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/05/84                    49 FR 39337
NPRM Comment Period End         12/04/84
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723

RIN: 2105-AA82
_______________________________________________________________________




2044. BAGGAGE LIABILITY NOTICES IN INTERNATIONAL AIR TRANSPORTATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 221

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition by Mr. Howard Boros, the CAB 
proposed

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to amend the baggage liability notices provided to passengers in 
foreign air travel. The NPRM proposed to eliminate the disclaimer of 
liability for fragile and perishable items because that notice is false 
and misleading. Because of the amount of time that has elapsed since 
the proposal was issued, the Department is withdrawing it.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/18/84                    49 FR 49111
NPRM Comment Period End         03/19/85
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket 41690; EDR-477.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723

RIN: 2105-AA84
_______________________________________________________________________




2045. SIMPLIFIED AIRLINE COUNTER-SIGN NOTICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

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

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The American Association of Airport Executives, the Airport 
Operators Council International, and the Air Transport Association of 
America petitioned the CAB to simplify its counter-sign requirements. 
Presently, airlines are required to display four different consumer 
protection notices on their ticket counters. The petitioners alleged 
that the current notices are hard to read and, therefore, do not 
provide much notice to passengers. They proposed replacing the four 
notices with one simplified counter sign. A CAB NPRM proposed a number 
of alternatives, such as a long and/or short notice, where the notices 
would be required to be posted, and whether a smoking notice should be 
included. DOT decided not to act on these ``counter signs'' separately, 
but rather to consider whether there should be a comprehensive re-
examination of all forms of notice to passengers, including notices on 
tickets. This NPRM will be withdrawn.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/01/84                    49 FR 30742
NPRM Comment Period End         09/17/84
Reply Comment Period End        10/02/84
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket 41971; EDR-474

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723

RIN: 2105-AA88
_______________________________________________________________________




2046. +PRICE ADVERTISING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 1371; 49 USC 1381

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 380; 14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department proposed in 1989 to amend its rule and policy 
statement with respect to air transportation price advertising. This 
rulemaking is significant because of substantial public interest. 
Because of the amount of time that has elapsed since the proposal was 
issued, the Department is withdrawing it.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/26/89                    54 FR 31052
NPRM Extended Comment Period    08/23/89                    54 FR 35005
NPRM Comment Period End         08/25/89
NPRM Comment Period End         09/25/89
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723

RIN: 2105-AB50
_______________________________________________________________________




2047. +PROCEDURES FOR TRANSPORTATION WORKPLACE DRUG-TESTING PROGRAMS

Priority: Other Significant

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

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 40

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The NPRM in 1990 concerned the question of to whom reports of 
negative drug test results may be sent. It will be formally withdrawn 
when the Department issues an NPRM under RIN 2105-AC49, Update of Drug 
and Alcohol Procedural Rules. This action is significant because of 
substantial public and congressional interest, and multimodal impact.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/13/90                    55 FR 28782
NPRM Comment Period End         08/13/90
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 07/13/90, 55 
FR 28782

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AB71
_______________________________________________________________________




2048. +TRANSPORTATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES (ACCESSIBILITY 
GUIDELINES)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552a

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CFR Citation: 49 CFR 27; 49 CFR 37

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/20/94                    59 FR 31818
NPRM Comment Period End         08/19/94
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC06
_______________________________________________________________________




2049. USE OF DIRECT FINAL RULEMAKING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 1657

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 5.21; 49 CFR 5.35

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/04/95                    60 FR 39919
NPRM Comment Period End         10/03/95
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Neil Eisner, Assistant General Counsel for Regulation 
and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 
Room 10424 Nassif Building, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-9306

RIN: 2105-AC11
_______________________________________________________________________




2050. OVERBOOKING OF FLIGHTS: ELIMINATION OF AIRPORT NOTICE SIGNS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 401; 49 USC 411; 49 USC 413; 49 USC 417

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would eliminate a consumer notice about airline 
overbooking of flights that is required to appear on signs at airports, 
city ticket offices, and travel agencies. However, that information 
would be available to consumers because it must accompany every ticket.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/03/96                    61 FR 27818
NPRM Comment Period End         07/18/96
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Other rulemakings: RIN 2105-AA88, Simplified 
Airline Counter-Sign Notices. RIN 2105-AC36, Ticketless Travel: 
Passenger Notices, Statement of Compliance Policy published 4/22/97, 62 
FR 19473.

Agency Contact: Tim Kelly, Aviation Consumer Protection Division, 
Office of the General Counsel, Department of Transportation, Office of 
the Secretary, C-75, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5952

RIN: 2105-AC45
_______________________________________________________________________




2051. FEES AND CHARGES FOR SPECIAL SERVICES: REINVENTION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 46101; 31 USC 9701

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 389

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would remove or update obsolete provisions and 
organizational references, and adjust the fee schedule for certain 
special services related to aviation economic proceedings that the 
Department makes available to the public. The regulation has not been 
comprehensively updated since 1985 and the revisions will take the form 
of a complete reissuance of part 389.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/21/99                     64 FR 3229
NPRM Comment Period End         03/22/99
Final Action                    09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: John Miller, Analyst, Planning and Special Projects 
Office, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, X-60, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4868

RIN: 2105-AC47
_______________________________________________________________________




2052. AMENDMENTS TO MODAL ALCOHOL TESTING RULES: PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 102; 49 USC 301; 49 USC 5331; 49 USC 20140; 49 
USC 31306; 49 USC 45101; 49 USC 45106

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 219; 49 CFR 382; 49 CFR 653; 49 CFR 654; 49 CFR 
121

Legal Deadline: None

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Abstract: This rule would implement a statutory change required by the 
National Highway Systems Act of 1995, section 342, to the existing pre-
employment alcohol testing provisions. It would make pre-employment 
testing voluntary for employers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/09/96                    61 FR 21149
NPRM Comment Period End         07/08/96
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action involves four operating 
administrations: FAA, FHWA, FTA, and FRA. On May 10, 1995 (60 FR 
24765), DOT suspended its pre-employment alcohol testing requirements 
after a court decision vacated the requirements of the FHWA alcohol 
testing rule.

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC50
_______________________________________________________________________




2053. +PARTICIPATION BY DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN AIRPORT 
CONCESSIONS

Priority: Other Significant

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

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would implement changes to the Airport and Airway 
Improvement Act to allow airport sponsors to count new forms of 
disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) participation toward the 
overall goals of a DBE concession plan. These new forms include 
purchases from DBEs of goods and services used in operating a 
concession, as well as management contracts and subcontracts with DBEs. 
This action was initially begun in an NPRM 10/6/93, 58 FR 52050, RIN 
2105-AB99. It was then combined in the DBE general update and comments 
were received in response to an SNPRM of 5/30/95, 62 FR 29548. However, 
when the general update rule was published 2/2/99, 64 FR 5096, RIN 
2105-AB92, the airport concessions issue was once again separated. This 
action is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

SNPRM (Published under RIN 2105-
AB92)                           05/30/97                    62 FR 29548
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC76
_______________________________________________________________________




2054. NONDISCRIMINATION IN AIR TRAVEL; BOARDING WHERE LEVEL-ENTRY IS 
UNAVAILABLE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41702; 49 USC 41705; 49 USC 41712

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 382

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action requires air carriers and airports to work 
jointly to make lifts or other boarding devices available for aircraft, 
of whatever size, where level-entry loading bridges or existing lifts 
are not present. This action is intended to facilitate the boarding by 
individuals with disabilities on aircraft. It amends existing rules 
that implement the Air Carrier Access Act of 1986 and the 
Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/26/99                    64 FR 46611
NPRM Comment Period End         11/24/99
Final Rule                      04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC81
_______________________________________________________________________




2055. +UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS AND AGREEMENTS 
WITH INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION, HOSPITALS, AND OTHER NONPROFIT 
ORGANIZATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322(a)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 19

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action implements changes to OMB Circular A-110 that 
were issued by OMB on October 8, 1999, providing uniform guidance for 
administering grants to institutions of higher education, hospitals, 
and other nonprofit organizations. The change provides guidance on 
making data produced under awards available to the public. The 
regulation is essentially a word-for-word issuance of the requirements 
in OMB Cirular A-110. An interim final rule was issued because of the 
limited ability to change the requirements from those in the Circular.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/16/00                    65 FR 14406
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC83

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2056. +AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552a

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 27; 49 CFR 37

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Transportation is proposing to amend its 
rules implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by 
adopting as its standards revised accessibility guidelines proposed by 
the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board (Access 
Board). The Access Board published a notice of proposed rulemaking 
(NPRM) to revise and update the accessibility guidelines for the ADA 
and the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) in the November 16, 1999 issue 
of the Federal Register. This proposed rule would adopt the Access 
Board's revised and updated ADA guidelines and make a conforming change 
to the Department's rule implementing the ADA.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/08/00                    65 FR 48444
NPRM Comment Period End         09/07/00
Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Blane A. Workie, Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, Room 10424/C-50, 400 7th 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and 
Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC86
_______________________________________________________________________




2057. PARTICIPATION BY MINORITY BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN DEPARTMENT OF 
TRANSPORTATION FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS: THRESHOLD REQUIREMENTS AND 
OTHER TECHNICAL REVISIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 105-178, TEA-21; PL 102-581

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 26.11 (Revision); 49 CFR 26.21 (Revision); 49 CFR 
26.37 (Revision); 49 CFR 26.45 (Revision); 49 CFR 26.55 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule changes threshold requirements for 
Federal Transit Administration and Federal Aviation Administration 
recipients to establish DBE programs and overall goals. Each August 1, 
recipients must submit DBE goals for the following fiscal year. This 
change will reduce burdens on entities receiving smaller Federal 
grants. The DOT is issuing an interim final rule in order to reduce the 
burden, this fiscal year, for the smallest grant recipients. This 
document also makes technical changes to 49 CFR part 26.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/15/00                    65 FR 68949
Interim Final Rule Effective    11/15/00
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      01/02/01
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Laura Aguilar, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, C-10, Room 10102
Phone: 202 366-0365
Fax: 202 366-9170
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC89
_______________________________________________________________________




2058. PARTICIPATION BY DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN DEPARTMENT 
OF TRANSPORTATION PROGRAMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 324; 42 USC 2000d et seq; 49 USC 1611, 47107, 
47113, 47123; EO 12138; 3 CFR 1951 comp., p. 393; Sec. 1101 (b); ...

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 2a, subpart G

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

Abstract: In May 1997, the Department issued a supplemental notice of 
proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to revise its disadvantaged business 
enterprise (DBE) regulation. The SNPRM included proposals for revising 
the airport concessions portion of the DBE program. When the 
Department, in February 1999, issued a final rule based on the SNPRM, 
we did not publish a final version of the airport concessions proposal.
This SNPRM seeks comments on an airport concessions subpart to Part 26 
that takes into account comments on the May 1997 SNPRM, adapts 
provisions of the rest of Part 26 to the concessions context, and 
proposes options for provisions affecting car rental operations at 
airports. These options are based in part on a recent memorandum of 
understanding between the American Car Rental Association and the 
Airport Minority Advisory Council making recommendations to the 
Department on this aspect of the rulemaking. This SNPRM was 
inadvertently published under RIN 2105-AB92.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

SNPRM                           09/08/00                    65 FR 54454
SNPRM Comment Period End        10/23/00
Final Action                    07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC91

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_______________________________________________________________________




2059. STATEMENT OF POLICY ON ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 5 USC 571 to 583; 5 USC 561 to 570

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This Statement of Policy on Alternative Dispute Resolution 
(ADR) is intended to provide information about ADR, introduce new ADR 
initiatives and promote the use of ADR. DOT will use ADR to advance its 
mission by preventing, minimizing escalation of, and resolving disputes 
among employees and with external parties.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/15/00                    65 FR 69121
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      01/16/01
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Judith S. Kaleta, Senior Counsel for Dispute 
Resolution, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, Room 
10428, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0992
Fax: 202 366-3388

RIN: 2105-AC94
_______________________________________________________________________




2060. OVER THE ROAD BUSES: EXTENSION OF DUE DATE FOR INFORMATION 
COLLECTION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 37

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Transportation is amending its Americans 
with Disabilities Act regulations concerning accessibility of over-the-
road buses with respect to information collection requirements by 
postponing the requirement for bus companies to submit information 
reporting ridership on accessible fixed route service and the 
acquisition of buses and designating of the Federal Motor carrier 
Safety Administration as the recipient of the data.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Blane A. Workie, Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, Room 10424/C-50, 400 7th 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC98
_______________________________________________________________________




2061.  MAINTENANCE OF AND ACCESS TO RECORDS PERTAINING TO 
INDIVIDUALS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552a; 49 USC 322

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to exempt from certain provisions of the 
Privacy Act the record system designed to assist in finding Suspected 
Unapproved Parts used in aviation, and a record system used to manage 
the flow of data about commercial motor carriers. A notice of proposed 
rulemaking was inadvertently published in the Federal Register under 
RIN 2105-AC57 (66 FR 1294).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/08/01                     66 FR 1294
NPRM Comment Period End         02/20/01
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Yvonne Coates, Department of Transportation, Office of 
the Secretary
Phone: 202 366-6964
Fax: 202 366-7024
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC99
_______________________________________________________________________




2062.  EXTENSION OF COMPUTER RESERVATION SYSTEM (CRS) 
REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 40102; 49 USC 40105; 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 41712

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 255

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action extends the expiration date of DOT's rules 
regulating computer reservation systems owned by airlines or airline 
affiliates that are used by travel agencies from March 31, 2001 to 
March 31, 2002. The Department is conducting a reexamination of the 
rules to see whether they should be continued or modified. That action 
is being taken under RIN 2105-AC65. The extension is necessary so that 
the current rules will remain in force.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The rules were were previously extended from 
March 31, 2000 to March 31, 2001 under RIN 2150-AC75.

Sectors Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gwyneth Radloff, Office of Regulation and Enforcement, 
C-50, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723

RIN: 2105-AD00

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Office of the Secretary (OST)



_______________________________________________________________________




2063. POLICY STATEMENT ON AIRLINE PREEMPTION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41713

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 399

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Civil Aeronautics Board in 1979 issued an interim Policy 
Statement on preemption. It discusses the policy of the Department with 
respect to three areas in which State law has been preempted by the 
Airline Deregulation Act of 1978: regulation of commuter air carriers 
and air taxis, the rights of airport proprietors, and general State 
authority as it directly or indirectly affects air transportation 
competition. The Supreme Court has classified that section 105 of the 
ADA preempts even indirect State regulation that ``has a connection 
with or reference to'' airline rates, routes, or services, but does not 
preempt State contract law with respect to interpretation and 
enforcement of agreements voluntarily entered into by air carriers. 
Other courts continue to issue decisions applying this provision to a 
multitude of different circumstances. The Department believes that this 
process of exploring the interpretation of section 105 will continue, 
and is considering the admissibility of terminating this proceeding.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/15/79                     44 FR 9948
Request for Comments on Interim 
Rule                            02/15/79                     44 FR 9953
Comment Period End              04/16/79


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: PSDR-56, Docket 34684 The 1995 decision issued 
by the Supreme Court is American Airlines v. Wolens (S. Ct. No. 93-
1286).

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

RIN: 2105-AA46
_______________________________________________________________________




2064. +STATEMENT OF ENFORCEMENT POLICY ON REBATING

Priority: Other Significant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 399.80; 14 CFR 399.85

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/21/88                    53 FR 41353
NPRM Comment Period End         12/20/88
NPRM Comment Period Extended    02/03/89                     54 FR 5497
Correction                      02/10/89                     54 FR 6475
Extended Comment Period End     02/21/89


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Betsy Wolf, Senior Trial Attorney, Office of the 
General Counsel, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9349

RIN: 2105-AB39
_______________________________________________________________________




2065. +ACCESSIBILITY OF PASSENGER VESSELS TO INDIVIDUALS WITH 
DISABILITIES

Priority: Other Significant

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

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 37

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department's Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) final 
rule, published September 6, 1991 (56 FR 45584), reserved portions of 
the rule concerning passenger vessels. The ADA covers passenger 
vessels, but issuing accessibility requirements for vessels involves 
complex issues unlike those affecting land transportation. This action 
will address these issues and propose feasible requirements to make 
passenger vessels accessible to, and usable by, individuals with 
disabilities. DOT is participating in an ongoing advisory committee 
effort convened by the Access Board to study passenger vessel 
accessibility issues. September and November 1998 meetings were held. 
This rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial public 
and congressional interest.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AB87
_______________________________________________________________________




2066. USE OF OXYGEN BY AIR CARRIER PASSENGERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41705

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 382

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is considering the use of regulatory 
negotiation to seek consensus among air carriers, consumers, airports, 
equipment manufacturers, oxygen

[[Page 25795]]

suppliers, and safety regulators concerning the use of oxygen by 
passengers on air carriers when individuals need special private 
supplies. The need for action stems from a current situation where all 
carriers do not allow passengers to bring their own oxygen aboard. 
Issues involve conformance with RSPA and FAA hazardous materials rules 
and the question of providing oxygen during long layovers. The 
Department is considering whether to begin a regulatory negotiation.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC29
_______________________________________________________________________




2067. +DOMESTIC PASSENGER MANIFEST INFORMATION

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL 
104-4.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 41702; 49 
USC 41708 to 41709; 49 USC 41711; 49 USC 46301; 49 USC 46310; 49 USC 
46316

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 243

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice requested comments concerning operational and 
cost issues related to U.S. air carriers collecting information such as 
full name, date of birth and/or social security number, emergency 
contact and telephone number from passengers traveling on flights 
within the United States. This notice was issued on the Department's 
initiative in response to difficulties with notification in the 
aftermath of domestic aviation disasters and to comply with a 
recommendation contained in the initial report of the White House 
Commission on Aviation Safety and Security (1996) that urged the 
Department to explore immediately the costs and effects of a 
comprehensive passenger manifest requirement on the domestic aviation 
system. DOT will review the implementation of the international 
passenger manifest requirements (RIN 2105-AB78, 2/18/98, 63 FR 8258) as 
it determines how to proceed with this rulemaking.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/13/97                    62 FR 11789
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/12/97
Comment Period Reopened         05/30/97                    62 FR 29313
Comment Period End              06/20/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bernestine Allen, Director, Office of International 
Transportation and Trade, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, X-20, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4368

RIN: 2105-AC62
_______________________________________________________________________




2068. ELECTRONIC FILING OPTION IN DOT PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 1655; 49 USC 1657; 45 USC 431

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends existing rules, where necessary, to allow 
electronic filing in all DOT proceedings as an alternative to filing 
hard copy. The electronic filing option will help us serve the public 
more quickly and efficiently and will enable the public to participate 
more easily in DOT proceedings. This rulemaking addresses only the 
procedures for filing electronically, not technical issues such as 
media, word-processing formats, and mechanisms for payment of filing 
fees.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice Requesting Comment       05/26/98                    63 FR 28545
Comment Period End              07/27/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This is a procedural change that presents no 
substantive issue that we could reasonably expect to produce further 
meaningful comment. It also will relieve a restriction. Therefore, good 
cause exists to publish this rule without prior formal notice and 
comments.

Agency Contact: Charlotte Boeck, Administrative Officer, Office of the 
General Counsel, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20015
Phone: 202 366-4713

RIN: 2105-AC79
_______________________________________________________________________




2069. NONDISCRIMINATION IN FEDERALLY ASSISTED PROGRAMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 794; 42 USC 2000d to 2000d-7; 42 USC 6101 to 
6107; EO 12250

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 21; 49 CFR 27

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend DOT's regulations implementing 
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the 
Rehabilitation Act of 1972 (Section 504), and the Age Discrimination 
Act of 1975 (Age Discrimination Act). Together, these statutes prohibit 
discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, 
disability, and age in programs or activities that receive Federal 
financial assistance. In 1988, the Civil Rights Restoration Act (CRRA) 
added definitions of ``program or activity'' and ``program'' to Title 
VI and added a definition of ``program or activity'' to Section 504 and 
the Age Discrimination Act. The added definitions were designed to 
clarify the broad scope of coverage of recipients' programs or 
activities under these statutes. The promulgation of this proposed 
regulation incorporates the CRRA's definition of ``program or 
activity'' and ``program'' into Title VI, Section 504, and the Age 
Discrimination Act regulations. This proposed regulation also promotes 
consistency and enforceability of these statutes. This is

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a joint notice of proposed rulemaking with other Federal agencies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/06/00                    65 FR 76460
NPRM Comment Period End         01/05/01


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Blane A. Workie, Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, Room 10424/C-50, 400 7th 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for Regulation and 
Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC96
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Office of the Secretary (OST)



_______________________________________________________________________




2070. DOMESTIC BAGGAGE LIABILITY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40101 et seq

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 254.4; 14 CFR 254.5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is proposing to amend its rule governing the 
amount by which certain U.S. air carriers may limit their liability to 
passengers for lost, damaged, and delayed baggage. This action is in 
response to a petition by Public Citizen and Aviation Consumer Action 
Project to increase the minimum liability limit from $1,250 to $2,500 
with a mechanism that would provide periodic updates every two years 
per passenger.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/30/94                    59 FR 49867
NPRM Comment Period End         11/29/94
NPRM Comment Period Extended    11/29/94                    59 FR 60926
SNPRM                           06/28/99                    64 FR 34592
SNPRM Comment Period End        08/27/99
Final Action                    12/17/99                    64 FR 70573
Final Action Effective          01/18/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723

RIN: 2105-AC07
_______________________________________________________________________




2071. +UPDATE OF DRUG AND ALCOHOL PROCEDURAL RULES (COMPLETION OF A 
SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 102; 49 USC 301; 49 USC 5331; 49 USC 20140; 49 
USC 31306; 49 USC 45101; 49 USC 45106

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 40

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department is revising its procedural rules for drug and 
alcohol testing to update and clarify provisions of the rules. As part 
of this action, a review of the impact of the rules on small entities 
under 5 USC section 610 was done.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/29/96                    61 FR 18713
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/29/96
NPRM                            12/09/99                    64 FR 69076
NPRM Comment Period End         04/07/00
Final Action                    12/19/00                    65 FR 79462
Final Action Effective          01/18/01
Final Action Effective          08/01/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: This change would apply to regulated parties 
through each of the six DOT operating administrations' rules (FAA, 
FHWA, FTA, FRA, USCG, and RSPA). (This NPRM will propose to withdraw an 
NPRM in a related action, RIN 2105-AB71, Procedures for Transportation 
Workplace Drug-Testing Programs. The NPRM will also incorporate all 
comments received in a related ANPRM issued under RIN 2105-AC78 6/3/99, 
64 FR 29831, Substance Abuse Professional Definition Change.)

Agency Contact: Robert C. Ashby, Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 
Regulation and Enforcement, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC49
_______________________________________________________________________




2072. +ENFORCEMENT POLICY: UNFAIR EXCLUSIONARY CONDUCT IN THE AIR 
TRANSPORTATION INDUSTRY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41712

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed statement was developed in consultation with 
the Department of Justice and set forth tentative findings and 
guidelines for use by DOT in evaluating whether major air carriers' 
competitive responses to new entry warrant enforcement action. This 
action is significant because it is a major policy initiative of the 
Department.
The Department of Transportation released 4 documents that draw to a 
conclusion the proceeding that began in 1998, when it issued its 
proposed competition policy guidelines. These included a statement by 
Secretary Slater expressing his view that unfair competitive practices 
are a problem in the airline industry that should be

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addressed by the Department, and that developing standards through a 
case-by-case approach will be a more effective way of proceeding than 
the guidelines as originally proposed. The Department also published 
three papers that provide a detailed economic, policy, and legal 
analysis that supported the Secretary's conclusions. These documents 
can be found in the docket under Docket No. OST-98-3713.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            04/10/98                    63 FR 17919
Comment Period Extended         05/21/98                    63 FR 28021
Comment Period End              06/09/98
Extended Comment Period End     07/24/98
Reply Comment Period End        09/08/98
Reply Comment Period Extended   09/14/98                    63 FR 49150
Extended Reply Comment Period 
End                             09/25/98
Final Report/Policy Statement   01/17/01

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 a paperwork burden associated with this 
action.
Additional Information: The Department co-sponsored with the publishers 
of Aviation Week and Space Technology, the ``Deregulation 20 Summit'' 
on September 23 and 24, 1998 in Washington, DC.

Agency Contact: Randall Bennett, Acting Director, Office of Aviation 
Analysis, Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, X-50, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1053

RIN: 2105-AC72
_______________________________________________________________________




2073. FILING PERIODS FOR RESPONSIVE PLEADINGS; RULES OF PRACTICE IN 
AVIATION ECONOMIC PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 5111; 39 USC 5402; 42 USC 4321; 49 USC 40101; 49 
USC 41101; 49 USC 41301; 49 USC 41501; 49 USC 41701; 49 USC 41901; 49 
USC 46101; 49 USC 46301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 302

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action stems from an NPRM to revise rules of practice in 
aviation economic proceedings published 2/3/97, RIN 2105-AC48, (62 FR 
5094) and a final rule published on 02/09/2000, RIN 2105-AC48, (65 FR 
6446). The Department received a number of comments seeking changes in 
filing periods for responsive pleadings to various types of 
applications. Even though the comments were outside the scope of the 
initial rulemaking, the Department considered addressing these comments 
under this action. However, after further consideration, the Department 
has determined not to pursue further changes in the filing periods at 
this time. This action will be withdrawn.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/28/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia L. Thomas, Air Carrier Fitness Division, 
Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, X-56, 400 
Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9721

RIN: 2105-AC73
_______________________________________________________________________




2074. STANDARD TIME ZONE BOUNDARY IN THE STATE OF NEVADA: PROPOSED 
RELOCATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 15 USC 260 to 267

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 71; 49 CFR 159(a)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action responds to a request of the City of West 
Wendover, Nevada. It would relocate the boundary between Pacific and 
Mountain time in the State of Nevada to move West Wendover, Nevada from 
the Pacific Time Zone to the Mountain Time Zone. The final rule was 
inadvertently published under RIN 2105-AC80.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/26/99                    64 FR 40331
NPRM Comment Period End         09/24/99
Final Action                    10/21/00                    65 FR 56705

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: A hearing was held in West Wendover, Nevada on 
August 11, 1999.

Agency Contact: Joanne Petrie, Attorney, Department of Transportation, 
Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4723

RIN: 2105-AC82
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



_______________________________________________________________________




2075.  ELECTRONIC CHART DISPLAY AND INFORMATION SYSTEM (ECDIS) 
(USCG-2001-8826)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223; 33 USC 1231; 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 3703; 46 
USC 6101; 46 USC 8502

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 164

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would allow commercial vessels the option of 
using an IMO approved Electronic Charting Display and Information 
System (ECDIS) as a primary means of navigation in U.S. waters in lieu 
of paper charts. Compliance with this rule would be optional, and 
vessels choosing not to use an IMO approved ECDIS must continue to 
navigate using corrected and updated printed charts and publications. 
This regulation

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supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/00/01
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dave Beach, Project Manager, G-MWV-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1409

RIN: 2115-AG09
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



_______________________________________________________________________




2076. HANDLING OF EXPLOSIVES OR OTHER DANGEROUS CARGOES WITHIN OR 
CONTIGUOUS TO WATERFRONT FACILITIES (CGD 92-026)(USCG-1998-4302)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1231

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 126

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking is intended to revise existing regulations 
covering waterfront facilities handling dangerous cargoes. The present 
regulations are outdated and do not reflect improved safety procedures 
and modern transportation methods, such as the use of containers. Where 
appropriate, the regulations would incorporate industry standards 
regarding the handling of hazardous materials at waterfront facilities. 
This project supports the Vice Commandant's workload reduction 
initiative, and also supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
maritime safety by reducing deaths and injuries in the maritime 
industry.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/13/93                     58 FR 4127
Comment Period End              04/13/93
NPRM                            10/29/98                    63 FR 57964
NPRM Comment Period End         12/28/98
NPRM Reopening of Comment Period01/12/99                     64 FR 1770
NPRM Comment Period End         03/01/99
Final Rule                      10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: LCDR Charles Srioudom, Project Manager, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 493-1042

RIN: 2115-AE22
_______________________________________________________________________




2077. +ESCORT VESSELS IN CERTAIN U.S. WATERS (CGD 91-202A)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 168

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation would designate those U.S. waters, other than 
Prince William Sound and Puget Sound, where tankers and other vessels 
must be escorted by a towing vessel or other appropriate vessel. This 
project supports the Coast Guard's Marine Safety and Environmental 
Protection program's goal to reduce the amount of oil discharged into 
the marine environment and the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
protecting natural resources. This action is considered significant 
because of substantial public and State government interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/27/93                    58 FR 25766
Comment Period End              06/28/93
Request for Comments            12/21/94                    59 FR 65741
Comment Period End              02/13/95
Notice of Status of Rulemaking  09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

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

Agency Contact: CDR Mark Prescott, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0225

RIN: 2115-AE56
_______________________________________________________________________




2078. NUMBERING OF UNDOCUMENTED BARGES (CGD 93-091) (USCG-1998-3798)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 12301

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 189

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Title 46 U.S.C. 12301, as amended by the Abandoned Barge Act 
of 1992, requires all undocumented barges more than 100 gross tons 
operating on the navigable waters of the United States be numbered. 
This rulemaking would establish a numbering system for these barges. 
The numbering of undocumented barges will allow identification of 
owners of barges found abandoned and help prevent future marine 
pollution. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            10/18/94                    59 FR 52646
Comment Period End              01/17/95
ANPRM                           07/06/98                    63 FR 36384
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/03/98
NPRM                            01/11/01                     66 FR 2385
NPRM Comment Period End         04/11/01
Final Rule                      09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

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Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas Willis, Project Manager, National Vessel 
Documentation Center, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 
792 T. J. Jackson Dr, Falling Waters, WV 25419-9502
Phone: 304 271-2506

RIN: 2115-AF13
_______________________________________________________________________




2079. CARRIAGE OF BULK SOLID MATERIALS REQUIRING SPECIAL HANDLING (USCG-
2000-6932)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3703; 46 USC 5111; 46 
USC 6101; 49 USC 1804; EO 11735; EO 12234

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 90; 46 CFR 97; 46 CFR 148

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project will add materials carried with Special Permits 
issued under Coast Guard regulations and other materials contained in 
the International Maritime Organization Code of Safe Practice for Solid 
Bulk Cargoes (IMO Bulk Solids Code, or ``BC Code''), including coal, to 
the list of materials permitted under the regulations. The special 
handling procedures associated with these materials are also included 
in the new rules. The revisions will harmonize U.S. regulations with 
recommended international practice, and eliminate the need to apply for 
Special Permits, except for newly classified hazardous materials. This 
project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of marine safety and 
mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: This project was initiated with an ANPRM (28 
April 1989), and further developed in an NPRM (12 April 1994). In 
prioritizing resources, it was terminated on 13 April 1995. This 
regulatory project can now be reinitiated. Based on comments to the 
docket (previously CGD 87-069 and CGD 97-037), this is a non-
controversial amendment to existing regulations.

Agency Contact: Brian Robinson, Project Manager, G-MSO-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0018

RIN: 2115-AF47
_______________________________________________________________________




2080. FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS AND VOYAGE-PLANNING FOR TOWING VESSELS 
(USCG 2000-6931)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3719; 46 USC 4102

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 157; 46 CFR 27

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, October 1, 1997.

Abstract: The Coast Guard proposes requirements for (a) total-flooding 
or other installed systems for suppressing fires on existing towing 
vessels and (b) voyage-planning. The purpose of this rulemaking is to 
reduce oil spills from single-hull, non-self-propelled barges. Drifting 
oil barges have run aground and spilled their cargoes, causing 
considerable damage to marine life and the environment. This project 
was developed in cooperation with the Towing Safety Advisory Committee. 
It supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/06/97                    62 FR 52057
Comment Period End              01/05/98
Reopening of Comment Period     02/27/98                     63 FR 9980
Notice of Public Meeting        02/27/98                     63 FR 9980
Comment Period End              05/11/98
SNPRM                           11/08/00                    65 FR 66941
SNPRM Comment Period End        03/08/01
Final Rule                      12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking was formerly titled ``Towing 
Vessel Safety (Fire Suppression Systems and Other Measures for Towing 
Vessels)'' (CGD 97-064). It originally proposed requirements for three 
sets of issues relative to the safety of towing vessel safety issues: 
Fire-suppression systems and other measures, Control measures for tank 
barges, and fire-protection measures for towing vessels. The latter two 
components have developed into separate rulemakings: Emergency Control 
Measures for Tank Barges (USCG 1998-4443) (RIN 2115-AF65) and Fire 
Protection Measures for Towing Vessels (USCG 1998-4445) (RIN 2115-
AF66).

Agency Contact: Randall Eberly, Project Manager, G-MSE-4, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1861

RIN: 2115-AF53
_______________________________________________________________________




2081. RULES OF PRACTICE, PROCEDURE, AND EVIDENCE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE 
PROCEEDINGS OF THE COAST GUARD (USCG 1998-3472)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 7701; 46 USC 7702; 33 USC 1321; 42 USC 9609

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 20; 46 CFR 5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard maintains two separate sets of procedural 
rules: for administrative adjudication against merchant mariners' 
licenses, certificates of registry, and documents, and for the 
adjudication of class II civil penalties. The rules for suspension and 
revocation, contained in part 5 of title 46 of the Code of Federal 
Regulations (CFR), date from 1948 and are based on criminal procedure. 
The rules for class II civil penalties, contained in part 20 of title 
33 of the CFR, date from 1994 and are based on the Model Rules of 
Administrative Procedure and on other modern rules for civil procedure. 
Neither set implements the authority of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 
(OPA 90), which provides for the temporary suspension of a license, 
certificate of registry, or document for up to 45 days without a 
hearing, in certain circumstances, and a hearing within 30 days of any 
such suspension. This rulemaking would consolidate all procedural rules 
for administrative adjudication's for class II civil penalties, and 
allow the Coast Guard to promulgate regulations implementing the OPA 90 
authority. This project

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supports the strategic goal of the Coast Guard to promote marine 
safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/06/98                    63 FR 16731
NPRM Comment Period End         05/06/98
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    05/20/98                    63 FR 27700
NPRM Comment Period End         06/19/98
Interim Final Rule              05/24/99                    64 FR 28054
Interim Final Rule Effective    06/23/99
Interim Final Rule Correction   06/28/99                    64 FR 34540
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/23/99
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period Reopened                 10/05/99                    64 FR 53970
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/03/00
Second NPRM                     05/00/01
Second NPRM Comment Period End  07/00/01
Final Rule                      01/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking revises in part the previous 
docket of CGD 94-101 (RIN 2115-AD94), which was terminated on December 
20, 1995.

Agency Contact: George Jordan, Project Manager, G-CJ, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-2940

RIN: 2115-AF59
_______________________________________________________________________




2082. +SALVAGE AND MARINE FIREFIGHTING REQUIREMENT; VESSEL RESPONSE 
PLANS FOR OIL (USCG-1998-3417)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 155

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Current vessel response plan regulations require that the 
owners or operators of vessels carrying groups I through V petroleum 
oil as a primary cargo identify in their response plans a salvage 
company with expertise and equipment, and a company with firefighting 
capability that can be deployed to a port nearest to the vessel's 
operating area within 24 hours of notification (groups I-IV) or a 
discovery of a discharge (group V). Numerous requests for clarification 
revealed widespread misunderstanding and confusion regarding the 
regulatory language, which will make the implementation of this 
requirement difficult. Based on comments received after the Vessel 
Response Plan final rule publication (61 FR 1052; January 12, 1996) and 
during a Coast Guard hosted workshop, the Coast Guard intends to better 
define the terms ``salvage expertise and equipment'' and ``vessel 
firefighting capability'' requirements and will reconsider the 24-hour 
deployment requirement which was scheduled to go into effect on 
February 18, 1998. Therefore, the Coast Guard suspended the effective 
dates of the 24-hour deployment requirements as published in the final 
rule. The Coast Guard will continue with this project to better define 
the requirements. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic 
goals of maritime safety and protection of the natural resources. This 
rulemaking is DOT-significant because it concerns a matter of 
substantial public interest or controversy.

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

Summary of Legal Basis: The statutory authority for this rulemaking is 
33 U.S.C. 1321.

Alternatives: The Coast Guard hosted a workshop to solicit comments 
from the public on potential alternatives to the salvage and marine 
firefighting requirements contained in the vessel response plan rule.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: Undetermined

Risks: The purpose of this rulemaking is to better define the terms 
``salvage expertise and equipment'' and ``vessel firefighting 
capability'' requirements and to reconsider the 24-hour deployment 
requirement. The objective is to improve response and reduce 
environmental damage from oil spills.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule - Partial Suspension 02/18/98                     63 FR 7069
Final Rule - Partial Suspension 01/17/01                     66 FR 3876
NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Partial suspension of regulations created 
through the Vessel Response Plan final rule, docket no. 91-034, RIN 
2115-AD81. The project was originally titled ``Salvage and Firefighting 
Equipment; Vessel Response Plans''. The change was made in order to 
distinguish this project from other similarly titled projects within 
the Coast Guard.

Agency Contact: LT Douglas Lincoln, Project Manager, G-MOR-3, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW,, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0448

RIN: 2115-AF60
_______________________________________________________________________




2083. DEEPWATER PORTS (USCG-1998-3884)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1503

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 148 to 150

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this rulemaking is to update the Deepwater 
Port Regulations. Section 502 of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 
1996 necessitates changes to the Deepwater Port current regulations. 
These regulations were developed in the 1970s when there were no 
deepwater ports in the United States. The Coast Guard will be revising 
the regulations to: remove from the regulations, and place in the 
license conditions, those requirements which belong in the license 
conditions; and remove from the regulations those things which can be 
addressed in an operations manual. The Coast Guard will also consider 
revising the regulations to address technological advancements and 
operational experience gained over the last 20 years. In accordance 
with section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, the Coast Guard is 
also reviewing these regulations for their impacts on small businesses 
and the potential to reduce any such impacts. Public comment on small 
business impacts is

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specifically requested. This rulemaking will encompass a complete 
review of the Deepwater Port Regulations. This project supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and protection of 
natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/29/97                    62 FR 45774
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/13/97
NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ANPRM was published under docket (USCG-1998-
4441). This docket number is replaced with (USCG-1998-3884).

Agency Contact: CDR Mark Prescott, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0225

RIN: 2115-AF63
_______________________________________________________________________




2084. VESSEL DOCUMENTATION (USCG-1998-4784)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 12103(d); 46 USC 31321(a)

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 67

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will propose regulations to: (1) combine a 
Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO) with the Builder's 
Certificate (form CG12-1261); (2) require that the Hull Identification 
Number (HIN) be included on the Application for Documentation of 
recreational vessels for those vessels required to have an assigned 
HIN; (3) require the submission of the original state title, or if not 
a state title, the original State registration and/or official 
replacements issued by a titling/registering authority when 
documentation is based on those methods of establishing title and; (4) 
establish procedures for electronic submission of instruments. These 
four initiatives offer increased efficiency of the vessel documentation 
process and increased fraud protection for vessel owners; implement 
statutory changes from the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1996, (Pub. 
L. 104-324); and implement statutory changes from the Coast Guard 
Authorization of 1998 (Pub. L. 105-383). This rulemaking supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Dennis Nelson, Project Manager, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, National Vessel Documentation Center, 
2039 Stonewall Jackson Drive, Falling Waters, WV 25419
Phone: 304 271-2400

RIN: 2115-AF71
_______________________________________________________________________




2085. VAPOR CONTROL SYSTEMS (USCG-1999-5150)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1225; 33 USC 1231; 33 USC 1321; 46 USC 3306; 46 
USC 3703

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 39; 33 CFR 154.E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project will revise the facility marine vapor control 
systems (VCS) safety regulations and the vessel VCS safety regulations. 
These existing regulations require revision to reflect new Federal and 
State air emissions control requirements, VCS technology developments, 
and to evaluate and minimize any significant economic impacts of the 
rules upon small entities. The revisions will also incorporate Coast 
Guard policies and guidelines developed to support the existing 
regulations and a Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular which 
provides safety guidelines for the design and operation of a marine VCS 
at tank barge cleaning facilities. This project supports the Coast 
Guard Marine Safety and Environmental Protection Program's goal to 
reduce crewmember deaths and injuries on U.S. commercial vessels, it 
seeks to reduce the amount of oil and chemicals discharged into the 
Nation's waterways, and it promotes the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01
Final Rule                      04/00/02
Final Rule Effective            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sara Ju, Project Manager, G-MSO-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0081

RIN: 2115-AF78
_______________________________________________________________________




2086. MARINE SHIPBOARD ELECTRICAL CABLE STANDARDS (USCG-1999-6096)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 110; 46 CFR 111

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project will amend the marine shipboard electrical cable 
regulations by incorporating by reference standards (concerning 
technical specifications) that reflect the latest industry practices 
and Coast Guard policy. The new standards have already been examined 
under Coast Guard regulations and found to be comparable to current 
standards that are incorporated by reference. This project supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goal of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/08/00                     65 FR 6111
NPRM Comment Period End         05/08/00
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    06/05/00                    65 FR 35600
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/26/00                    65 FR 39334
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    07/27/00                    65 FR 46143
NPRM Comment Period End         09/11/00
Final Rule                      04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected: None

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Agency Contact: Dolores Mercier, Project Manager (G-MSE-3), Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0658

RIN: 2115-AF89
_______________________________________________________________________




2087. REVISION OF AUXILIARY REGULATIONS (USCG-1999-6712)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 633; 14 USC 892

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project will revise regulations that govern the 
operation and administration of the Coast Guard Auxiliary. These 
regulations need to be changed to comform to the provisions of the 
Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1996 which amended the relevant 
statues in Title 14, United States Code. These provisions clarified the 
organization and status of the Auxiliary, broadened the role of the 
Auxiliary, and provided additional liability protection for Auxiliary 
members assigned to Coast Guard duty. This project supports the Coast 
Guard strategic goals of maritime safety, maritime mobility, maritime 
security, and protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01
Final Rule                      09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: CDR Robert Thomson, Project Manager, G-OCX, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1012

RIN: 2115-AF94
_______________________________________________________________________




2088. CARGO SECURING ON VESSELS OPERATING IN U.S. WATERS (USCG-2000-
7080)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3306

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 97

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the cargo stowage and securing 
rules for U.S. vessels operating in U.S. waters. In addition, it would 
amend rules to require cargo securing manuals for U.S. or foreign 
vessels of 500 gross tons or more on international voyages. Its goal is 
to reduce hazardous material cargo losses from vessels in U.S. waters. 
It supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/00                    65 FR 75201
Final Rule                      07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert M. Gauvin, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1053

RIN: 2115-AF97
_______________________________________________________________________




2089. ALLOWING ALTERNATIVE SOURCE TO INCANDESCENT LIGHT IN PRIVATE AIDS 
TO NAVIGATION (USCG-2000-7466)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 83; 14 USC 85; 43 USC 1333

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 66

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is seeking to let the lighting industry and 
owners of private aids to navigation take advantage of a recent 
improvement in technology--one that enables the use of lanterns based 
on light-emitting diodes, which would reduce the consumption of power 
and simplify the maintenance of the aids. The use of these lanterns 
should stimulate competition in the industry and allow the marking of 
the aids in a desirable manner. This rule supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goals of maritime safety and maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               10/04/00                    65 FR 59124
Withdrawal of Direct Final Rule 01/02/01                        66 FR 8
NPRM                            11/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The Coast Guard withdrew the Direct Final Rule 
because it received an adverse comment. The Coast Guard will publish an 
NPRM to solicit additional comments from the public.

Agency Contact: Daniel Andrusiak, Project Manager, G-OPN-2, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0327

RIN: 2115-AF98
_______________________________________________________________________




2090. CHEMICAL TESTING (USCG-2000-7759)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 U.S.C. 2103; 46 U.S.C. 3306; 46 U.S.C. 7101; 46 
U.S.C. 7301; 46 U.S.C. 7701

CFR Citation: 46 CFR Part 16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory project will conform the Coast Guard's 
Chemical Testing regulations with the changes to the DOT Procedures for 
Transportation Workplace Drug Testing Programs. This project supports 
the Coast Guard's strategic goal of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LT Jennifer Ledbetter, Project Manager (G-MOA-1), 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0684

RIN: 2115-AG00
_______________________________________________________________________




2091.  WEARING OF PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES (PFDS) BY CERTAIN 
CHILDREN ABOARD RECREATIONAL VESSELS (USCG-2000-8589)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 U.S.C. 4302

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CFR Citation: 33 CFR 175, Subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would require every child under the age of 13 to 
wear a personal flotation device (PFD)--also called a lifejacket--while 
aboard a recreational vessel under way and while not below decks or in 
an enclosed cabin. It would adopt, on waters subject to the 
jurisdiction of the United States within any State, any requirement 
established by that State for a child under an age specified by that 
State. The rule would also set, on waters subject to the jurisdiction 
of the United States within any State lacking any such requirement, its 
own, comparable requirements. This project supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01
Final Rule                      02/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Carl Perry, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0979

RIN: 2115-AG04
_______________________________________________________________________




2092.  +VESSEL AND FACILITY RESPONSE PLANS FOR OIL: 2003 
EQUIPMENT CAPS AND ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY REVISIONS (USCG-2001-8661)

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

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 153; 33 CFR 154; 33 CFR 155

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will propose changes to the Vessel Response 
Plans, Marine Transportation Facility Response Plans, and revise the 
language in the Code of Federal Register concerning methods and 
procedures for removing oil from coastal waters. This rulemaking 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of protection of natural 
resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01
Final Rule                      10/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Pond, Project Manager, G-MOR-2, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St., SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6603

RIN: 2115-AG05
_______________________________________________________________________




2093.  NOTIFICATION OF ARRIVAL: ADDITION OF CHARTERER TO 
REQUIRED INFORMATION (USCG-2001-8659)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1231

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 160

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will require an owner, master, operator, or 
person in charge of a vessel to provide the identification of a 
vessel's charterer in addition to the already required information when 
making an advance notice of arrival for vessels bound for ports or 
places in the United States. This project supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goals of maritime safety and protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            08/18/00                    65 FR 50481
Comment Period End              10/02/00
NPRM                            05/00/01
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/01
Final Rule                      10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: CDR Prescott Mark, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0225

RIN: 2115-AG06
_______________________________________________________________________




2094.  +POST CASUALTY DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING (USCG-2001-8773)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 105-383, sec 304

CFR Citation: 46 CFR part 4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project will revise the requirements for chemical 
testing following a serious marine incident. The revision will 
establish procedures to ensure that alcohol testing be conducted within 
2 hours of a serious marine incident, as required by the Coast Guard 
Authorization Act of 1998. The rule will also make additional minor 
procedural changes to the Part. This rule supports the Coast Guard 
strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: LT Jennifer Ledbetter, Project Manager (G-MOA-1), 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0684

RIN: 2115-AG07
_______________________________________________________________________




2095.  VESSEL DOCUMENTATION: LEASE FINANCING FOR VESSELS ENGAGED 
IN THE COASTWISE TRADE (USCG-2001-8825)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 12106; 46 USC 12120; 46 USC 12122

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 67

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will amend the regulations on the 
documentation of vessels engaged in the coastwise trade. It is a spin-
off of Changes to Vessel Documentation (USCG 1998-4784) RIN 2115-AF71. 
These proposals address statutory amendments eliminating certain 
barriers to seeking foreign financing by lease for U.S. flag vessels. 
These proposals would clarify the information needed to determine the 
eligibility of a vessel financed in this manner for a coastwise

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endorsement. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal 
of maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia Williams, Project Manager, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, National Vessel Documentation Center, 
792 T.J. Jackson Drive, Falling Waters, WV 25419
Phone: 304 271-2506

RIN: 2115-AG08
_______________________________________________________________________




2096.  TANK LEVEL OR PRESSURE MONITORING DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 32; 33 CFR 157

Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, December 2001.

Abstract: The regulatory project will establish performance standards 
for tank level or pressure monitoring devices and require tank vessels 
to install such devices. This project support's the Coast Guard's 
strategic goals of protecting the natural environment and maritime 
safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/01
NPRM Comment Period End         11/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This project is reopend with a new RIN and DMS 
docket number. The Coast Guard is reopening this project per writ of 
mandamus by the D.C. Circuit Court directing the Coast Guard to 
implement provisions of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. It was 
previously captioned with docket number 90-071, and RIN 2115-AD69.

Agency Contact: LCDR Glen Mine, Project Manager, G-MSR-2, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1100

RIN: 2115-AG10
_______________________________________________________________________




2097.  DISCHARGE OF EFFLUENTS IN CERTAIN ALASKAN WATERS BY 
CRUISE VESSEL OPERATIONS (CGD 17-01-003)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1322; PL 106-554, sec 203

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 159

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard, as directed by Congress, is proposing 
regulations regarding sewage and graywater discharges from certain 
cruise vessels transiting applicable waters of Alaska. Operators of 
cruise vessels carrying 500 or more passengers and transiting 
applicable waters of Alaska are restricted in where they may discharge 
effluents and are required to perform testing of sewage and graywater 
discharges and maintain records of such discharges. The Coast Guard 
will inspect, monitor, and oversee this process to ensure compliance 
with applicable water quality laws and regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LCDR Spencer Wood, Project Manager, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Seventeenth Disctict (MOC), PO Box 
25517, Juneau, AK 99802-2025
Phone: 907 463-2809

RIN: 2115-AG12
_______________________________________________________________________




2098.  NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES, TERRITORIAL SEA, 
CONTIGUOUS ZONE; CONFORMING DEFINITIONS TO STATUTORY CHANGES AND 
PRESIDENTIAL PROCLAMATIONS (USCG-2001-9044)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 3306 TO 3307; 46 USC 3703; 49 USC 
1804; 49 USC 1655; 14 USC 633; 14 USC 80

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 26; 33 CFR 62; 33 CFR 64; 33 CFR 95; 33 CFR 100; 
33 CFR 110; 33 CFR 154 TO 156; 33 CFR 160 TO 161; 33 CFR 164 TO 165; 46 
CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project will make substantive changes to current 
regulations, but only to the extent required to conform to the 
Congressionally-mandated changes in the laws administered and enforced 
by the Coast Guard as listed in Section 301 of the Coast Guard 
Authorization Act of 1998 (a. Ports and Waterways Safety Act, b, 
Subtitle II of Title 46). We will re-define the territorial sea``, 
''navigable waters of the United States``, ''high seas``, ''contiguous 
zone``, and exclusive economic zone'' to clarify the varying 
definitions of those terms under different laws administered and 
enforced by the Coast Guard, as well as relevant Presidential 
Proclamations. This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal 
of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Alex Weller, Project Manager (G-LMI), Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0097

RIN: 2115-AG13
_______________________________________________________________________




2099.  INSPECTION AND ENFORCEMENT OF COAST GUARD REGULATIONS FOR 
FIXED FACILITIES BY MINERALS MANAGEMENT SERVICE (USCG-2001-9045)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1348

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 140

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard proposes to authorize the Mineral Management 
Service (MMS) to perform inspections,

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on behalf of the Coast Guard, on fixed facilities engaged in Outer 
Continental Shelf activities and to enforce Coast Guard regulations 
applicable to those facilities. MMS already performs inspections on 
these facilities to determine whether they comply with MMS regulations. 
By authorizing MMS to also check for compliance with Coast Guard 
regulations, we avoid duplicating functions, reduce Federal costs, and 
increase the frequency of inspections. This project supports the Coast 
Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and environmental 
protection.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01
Final Rule                      09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: James Magill, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1082

RIN: 2115-AG14
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



_______________________________________________________________________




2100. SAFETY/SECURITY ZONE REGULATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1233; 33 USC 1225

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 100; 33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These routine and frequent regulations establish limited 
access zones in which the Coast Guard exercises control of all vessels 
to ensure the safety or security of events, vessels or individuals. 
They are usually of short duration, ranging from a few hours to a few 
days. Safety zones are established for events such as fireworks 
displays, high speed races, or the transit of dangerous cargoes such as 
explosives or liquefied petroleum gas. Security zones are established 
for Presidential or Vice Presidential visits, high profile events such 
as the Olympics, or controversial events such as transport of spent 
nuclear fuel. Safety and security zones are promulgated by Captains of 
the Port or District Commanders in response to requests or 
notifications from appropriate officials. These routine and frequent 
rulemakings support the Coast Guard's strategic goals of marine safety, 
mobility, maritime security, and national defense. Total actions 
expected 10/01/2000 to 10/01/2001: 250.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Ed Larue, Project Manager, G-MWV, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0400

RIN: 2115-AA97
_______________________________________________________________________




2101. SPECIAL ANCHORAGE AREAS/ANCHORAGE GROUNDS REGULATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

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

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 110

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These routine and frequent regulations are established where 
maritime and commercial interests require them for safety of 
navigation. Special anchorage areas are areas in which vessels of not 
more than 65 feet may anchor without displaying the required lights or 
sound signals. These special anchorage areas are limited 
geographically, and depending upon the purpose, establish both long- 
and short-term anchorages. Anchorage grounds are limited 
geographically, delineate the types and size of vessel which may use 
the anchorage, and may place time and other restrictions on its use. 
Special anchorage areas and anchorage grounds are promulgated by 
District Commanders in response to requests from appropriate officials. 
These routine and frequent rulemakings support the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of marine safety. Total actions expected 10/01/2000 to 
10/01/2001: 10.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Ed Larue, Project Manager, G-MWV, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0400

RIN: 2115-AA98
_______________________________________________________________________




2102. VESSEL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (USCG-1999-6420)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 12501

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 174; 33 CFR 187

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Shipping legislation requires the Secretary of Transportation 
to establish a Vessel Identification System (VIS). This rulemaking 
prescribes the manner and form for participating States to make 
information available for VIS; to establish guidelines for State vessel 
titling systems; and to establish procedures for certifying compliance 
with those guidelines. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/15/89                    54 FR 38358

[[Page 25806]]

ANPRM Comment Period End        12/14/89
NPRM                            10/05/93                    58 FR 51920
Correction                      10/15/93                    58 FR 53624
NPRM Comment Period End         01/03/94
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    02/24/94                     59 FR 8881
NPRM Comment Period End         03/28/94
Interim Rule                    04/25/95                    60 FR 20310
Comment Period End              07/24/95
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    10/17/95                    60 FR 53727
NPRM Comment Period End         12/31/95
Change in Effective Date        02/23/96                     61 FR 6943
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    10/20/97                    62 FR 54385
Change in Effective Date        04/21/98                    63 FR 19657
IR Change in Effective Date     04/19/99                    64 FR 19039
Final Rule Removing Subpart D   10/22/99                    64 FR 56965
Supplemental NPRM               02/16/00                     65 FR 7926
SNPRM Comment Period End        05/16/00
Final Rule                      04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The effective date of April 24, 1996, applies 
to all provisions in this Interim Final Rule other than 33 CFR part 
187, subpart D, which was withdrawn October 22, 1999, 64 FR 56965. 
Subpart D will be proposed in an SNPRM.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 10/05/93, 58 FR 51920
This rulemaking was previously docketed under CGD 89-050.

Agency Contact: LCDR Nancy Goodridge, Project Manager, G-MRI, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0254

RIN: 2115-AD35
_______________________________________________________________________




2103. +DISCHARGE-REMOVAL EQUIPMENT FOR VESSELS CARRYING OIL (USCG-1998-
4858)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 155

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

Abstract: The Oil Pollution Act of 1990 directed the President by 
August 18, 1992, to: require periodic inspection of discharge-removal 
equipment to ensure that it is available in an emergency, and to 
require carriage of discharge-removal equipment by vessels operating in 
the navigable waters of the United States and carrying oil or hazardous 
substances. This action implemented those provisions. This project 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of protection of natural 
resources. This project is considered significant because the expected 
costs are likely to be controversial and have substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/30/91                    56 FR 43534
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/16/91
NPRM                            09/29/92                    57 FR 44912
NPRM Comment Period Extended    10/26/92                    57 FR 48489
NPRM Comment Period End         10/29/92
Extension Comment Period End    11/16/92
Interim Rule                    12/22/93                    58 FR 67988
Interim Rule Effective          01/21/94
Correction                      01/26/94                     59 FR 3749
Comment Period End              02/22/94
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David DuPont, Project Manager, G-MSR-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0971

RIN: 2115-AD66
_______________________________________________________________________




2104. REPORTING MARINE CASUALTIES (USCG-2000-6927)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151; 46 CFR 4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would add to the definition of a reportable 
marine casualty, ``significant harm to the environment.'' Some casualty 
reporting requirements are extended to include foreign tank vessels 
operating in U.S. waters, including the Exclusive Economic Zone. This 
project supports the Coast Guard's Marine Safety and Environmental 
Protection program's goal to reduce the consequence of pollution 
incidents and further supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            12/20/94                    59 FR 65522
Comment Period End              02/20/95
NPRM                            11/02/00                    65 FR 65808
Final Rule                      11/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking was formerly docketed under 
(CGD 91-216).

Agency Contact: LTJG Edward Jackson, Project Manager, G-MSR-2, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St., SW, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6884

RIN: 2115-AD98
_______________________________________________________________________




2105. +ESCORT VESSELS FOR CERTAIN TANKERS (CGD 91-202)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 168

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking developed standards which implement section 
4116(c) of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. It addressed the areas of 
Prince William and Puget Sounds and requires a two-vessel escort for 
single-hull tankers greater than 5,000 gross tons. On November 1, 1994, 
the crash stop criteria were suspended because of industry concerns 
about meeting the criteria. On February 1, 1995, a notice of 
availability of a two-part study assessing the capability of escort 
tugs to control disabled tankers in Prince William Sound was published. 
This project supports the Coast Guard's Marine Safety and Environmental 
Protection program's goal to reduce the amount of oil discharged into 
the marine environment and the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
protecting

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natural resources. This project is considered significant because of 
substantial public and State government interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/07/92                    57 FR 30058
Comment Period End              09/08/92
Reopening of Comment Period     03/26/93                    58 FR 16391
Notice of Public Hearings       04/29/93                    58 FR 25959
Correction                      05/19/93                    58 FR 29157
NPRM Comment Period End         06/24/93
Part 1 of Study                 01/10/94                     59 FR 1411
Final Rule                      08/19/94                    59 FR 42962
Final Rule - Partial Suspension 
Crash Stop Criteria             11/01/94                    59 FR 54519
Final Rule Effective - Partial 
Suspension                      11/17/94                    59 FR 54519
Notice of Availability Part II 
of Study                        02/01/95                     60 FR 6345
Notice of Status of Rulemaking  09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: The Coast Guard, in cooperation with the Prince 
William Sound Regional Citizens Advisory Council, PWS Tanker 
Association, and Alaska Pipeline, conducted a disabled-tanker towing 
study. The result of the study was incorporated into this rulemaking. 
Tug escort requirements in areas other than Prince William Sound and 
Puget Sound are addressed in the project listed under RIN 2115-AE56.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 08/19/94, 59 FR 42962

Agency Contact: CDR Mark Prescott, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0225

RIN: 2115-AE10
_______________________________________________________________________




2106. REGATTA REGULATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1233

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These routine and frequent special local regulations ensure 
the safety of participants and spectators in regattas and marine 
parades. They specify such things as separate participant and spectator 
areas, separation schemes for watercraft in the area of the event, and 
temporary restrictions on waterways to accommodate the event. These 
rules are short-term, usually applying to a single event not exceeding 
8 hours in duration, and usually encompassing only a small portion of a 
navigable waterway. These rules are promulgated by District Commanders 
in response to a request from a sponsoring organization. These routine 
and frequent rulemakings support the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
maritime safety and maritime mobility of commercial and recreational 
vessel traffic. Total actions expected 10/01/2000 to 10/01/2001: 75.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Will Continue Through    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0979

RIN: 2115-AE46
_______________________________________________________________________




2107. DRAWBRIDGE REGULATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 33 USC 499

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 117

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These routine and frequent regulations establish operating 
schedules, and notice requirements, for drawbridges across navigable 
waterways. Drawbridge regulations establish the permanent draw 
operation schedules for bridges and specify what notice mariners must 
give to request an opening. Short-term deviations from the permanent 
schedule may be issued for bridge repairs or to test the effectiveness 
of a proposed new opening schedule. Drawbridge regulations are 
promulgated by District Commanders usually at the request of the bridge 
owner or operator, or of local officials or local Coast Guard bridge 
administration officials. These routine and frequent rulemakings 
support the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
maritime mobility of commercial and recreational vessel traffic. Total 
actions expected 10/01/2000 to 10/01/2001:100.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Will Continue Through    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Alesia Steinberger, Project Manager, G-OPT-1, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6215

RIN: 2115-AE47
_______________________________________________________________________




2108. REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1233; 50 USC 191

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These routine and frequent regulations establish operating 
requirements for vessels within specified geographic areas to ensure 
safety on the navigable waters where some special or unusual 
circumstance exists. Regulated navigation areas are limited areas in 
which the Coast Guard specifies operational or vessel restrictions such 
as vessel entry, movement or departure; and vessel size, speed, 
horsepower, or draft limitations. Regulated navigation areas are 
promulgated by District Commanders, usually at the request of Coast 
Guard marine safety or local maritime safety officials. These routine 
and frequent rulemakings support the Coast Guard's strategic goals of

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waterways management, marine safety, and maritime mobility. Total 
actions expected 10/01/2000 to 10/01/2001: 10.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Ed Larue, Project Manager, G-MWV, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0400

RIN: 2115-AE84
_______________________________________________________________________




2109. +MARINE TRANSPORTATION-RELATED FACILITY RESPONSE PLANS FOR 
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (USCG-1999-5705)

Priority: Other Significant

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

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 154

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would implement provisions of the Oil Pollution 
Act of 1990 that require an owner or operator of a marine 
transportation-related facility transferring bulk hazardous substances 
to develop and operate in accordance with an approved response plan. 
The regulations would apply to marine transportation-related facilities 
that, because of their location, could cause harm to the environment by 
discharging a hazardous substance into or on the navigable waters or 
adjoining shoreline. A separate rulemaking, under RIN 2115-AE88, was 
developed in tandem with this rulemaking and addresses hazardous 
substances response plan requirements for tank vessels. This project 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
protection of natural resources by reducing the amount of chemicals 
entering the environment, as well as reducing the consequence of 
pollution incidents. This action is considered significant because of 
substantial public and industry interest.

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

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

Alternatives: The Coast Guard intends to determine what types of 
response strategies would be required to address spills of different 
types of hazardous substances. For some substances, containment and 
recovery may be the appropriate response. However, some of the spilled 
substances may not be recoverable from the water and other actions may 
be necessary. Plans are required, by statute, to address responses to a 
``worst case discharge.'' For facilities, a ``worst case discharge'' is 
``the largest foreseeable discharge in adverse weather conditions.''

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The potential costs of this rulemaking 
may include the costs of developing and implementing a hazardous 
substance response plan, maintaining contracts for response resources, 
reviewing and updating hazardous substance response plans, maintaining 
any required equipment, and training and exercising response personnel. 
Potential benefits include reduced risk of human exposure and enhanced 
environmental quality from improved ability to respond to, contain, and 
recover spilled hazardous substances. The analysis indicates that this 
project will not be economically significant. A regulatory assessment 
addressing costs and benefits of this rule is available in the public 
docket.

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/03/96                    61 FR 20084
Notice of Public Hearings       07/03/96                    61 FR 34775
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/03/96
NPRM                            03/31/00                    65 FR 17416
NPRM Comment Period End         06/29/00
Interim Final Rule              01/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Public hearings regarding this rulemaking were 
held in Washington, DC, on July 30, 1996; Houston, TX, on August 5, 
1996; and Houston, TX, on February 26 and 27, 1997. Public meetings for 
the NPRM were held in New Orleans, LA, on May 10 and 11, 2000.

Agency Contact: LT Michael Roldan, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St. SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0106

RIN: 2115-AE87
_______________________________________________________________________




2110. +TANK VESSEL RESPONSE PLANS FOR HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (USCG-1998-
4354)

Priority: Other Significant

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

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 155

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Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would implement provisions of the Oil Pollution 
Act of 1990 that require an owner or operator of a tank vessel carrying 
bulk hazardous substances to develop and operate in accordance with an 
approved response plan. The regulations would apply to vessels 
operating on the navigable waters or within the Exclusive Economic Zone 
(EEZ) of the U.S. that carry bulk hazardous substances. A separate 
rulemaking under RIN 2115-AE87 would address hazardous substances 
response plan requirements for marine transportation-related 
facilities. This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of 
maritime safety and protection of natural resources by reducing the 
amount of chemicals entering the environment, as well as reducing the 
consequences of pollution incidents. This project is considered 
significant because of substantial public and industry interest.

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

Summary of Legal Basis: Section 4202(a) of the Oil Pollution Act of 
1990 (OPA 90), codified at 33 U.S.C. 1321(j)(5), mandates that the 
President issue regulations requiring the preparation of oil and 
hazardous substance discharge response plans. Although 4202(b)(4) of 
OPA 90 established an implementation schedule for these response plans 
for oil, it did not establish a deadline for submission or approval of 
hazardous substances response plans. The Coast Guard has issued 
separate final rules governing response plan requirements for vessels 
carrying oil in bulk as cargo and facilities that handle, store, or 
transport oil in bulk. Under section 1321, ``hazardous substances'' are 
designated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. 
The Administrator has designated 297 chemicals as hazardous substances 
under this section. The Coast Guard has identified 82 hazardous 
substances currently carried in bulk by vessels.

Alternatives: The Coast Guard intends to determine what types of 
response strategies would be required to address spills of different 
types of hazardous substances. For some substances, containment and 
recovery may be the appropriate response. However, some spilled 
substances may not be recoverable from the water and other actions may 
be necessary. Plans are required, by statute, to address responses to a 
``worst case discharge.'' For vessels, a ``worst case discharge'' is 
``a discharge in adverse weather conditions of its entire cargo.''

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The potential costs of this rulemaking 
may include the costs of developing and implementing a hazardous 
substance response plan, maintaining contracts for spill-response 
resources, reviewing and updating hazardous substance response plans, 
maintaining any required equipment, and training and exercising 
response personnel. Potential benefits include reduced risk to human 
health, enhanced environmental quality from improved ability to respond 
to, contain, and recover spilled hazardous substances and a reduction 
in the severity of the impact of accidental hazardous substance 
discharges. A regulatory assessment addressing costs and benefits of 
this rule is available in the public docket.

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/03/96                    61 FR 20084
Notice of Public Hearings       07/03/96                    61 FR 34775
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/03/96
NPRM                            03/22/99                    64 FR 13734
Notice of Public Hearing        06/15/99                    64 FR 31994
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/15/99
NPRM Comment Period End         06/21/99
NPRM Extended Comment Period End08/30/99
Interim Final Rule              09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: A public hearing on this rulemaking was held in 
Houston, TX, on August 12 and 13, 1999.

Agency Contact: LT Michael Roldan, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St. SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0106

RIN: 2115-AE88
_______________________________________________________________________




2111. LICENSING AND MANNING FOR OFFICERS OF TOWING VESSELS (CGD 94-
055)(USCG 1999-6224)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 633; 44 USC 3507; 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 7101; 46 
USC 7106; 46 USC 7107; 46 USC 7701

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 10; 46 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking is necessary as part of an overall initiative 
by the Coast Guard to improve navigational safety for towing vessels. 
It will help ensure that the mariner piloting a towing vessel has the 
proper training and qualifications to handle the tug and tow. It will 
introduce a third level of license where there have been only two 
licenses. Each level will require greater experience and proficiency. 
This will prevent a new operator with minimal experience from 
commanding the largest flotillas; it will prevent any operator from 
commanding the large flotillas until he or she has gained, and shown, 
the necessary competence. This rulemaking also introduces a requirement 
for demonstration of proficiency as a prerequisite to being issued a 
license. This will be in addition to the current requirements for sea 
service, physical examination, testing for drugs, and successful 
testing for competence. This project the Coast Guard's strategic goal 
of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/19/96                    61 FR 31332
Correction                      07/11/96                    61 FR 36608
Correction                      08/07/96                    61 FR 41208
Notice of Meeting               08/26/96                    61 FR 43720

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NPRM Comment Period End         10/17/96
Notice of Intent                12/18/96                    61 FR 66642
SNPRM                           10/27/97                    62 FR 55548
Public Meeting Memphis 02/11/98 01/21/98                     63 FR 3070
Public Meeting Houston 02/13/98 01/21/98                     63 FR 3070
Public Meeting Boston 02/18/98  01/21/98                     63 FR 3070
Public Meeting Seattle 02/24/98 01/21/98                     63 FR 3070
SNPRM Comment Period End        02/24/98
Interim Rule                    11/19/99                    64 FR 63213
Interim Rule Comment Period End 02/17/00
Interim Rule Effective          05/20/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LCDR Luke Harden, Project Manager, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St. SW., Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1838

RIN: 2115-AF23
_______________________________________________________________________




2112. +IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 1995 AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL 
CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR 
SEAFARERS, 1978 (STCW) (CGD 95-062)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 44 USC 3507; 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 7101; 46 USC 7107

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 10; 46 CFR 12; 46 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The International Maritime Organization (IMO) comprehensively 
amended the International Convention on Standards of Training, 
Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978 (STCW), in 1995. The 
amendments came into force on February 1, 1997. This project implements 
them by revising current regulations to ensure that the United States 
complies with their requirements on: the training of merchant mariners, 
the documenting of their qualifications, and watch-standing and other 
arrangements aboard seagoing merchant ships of the United States. This 
project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime safety. 
It also supports the goal of our directorate for Marine Safety and 
Environmental Protection for reducing deaths and injuries of 
crewmembers on domestic merchant vessels and eliminating substandard 
vessels from the navigable waters of the United States. This rulemaking 
is significant due to the potential impact on industry and the 
potential effect on international interests.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Meeting               08/02/95                    60 FR 39306
Comment Period End              09/29/95
Notice of Inquiry               11/13/95                    60 FR 56970
Comment Period End              01/12/96
NPRM                            03/26/96                    61 FR 13284
Notice of Public Meetings       04/08/96                    61 FR 15438
Comment Period End              07/24/96
Notice of Intent                02/04/97                     62 FR 5197
Interim Rule                    06/26/97                    62 FR 34505
Interim Rule Effective          07/28/97
Final Rule                      02/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Christopher Young, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0216

RIN: 2115-AF26
_______________________________________________________________________




2113. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL INVASIVE SPECIES ACT OF 1996 (CGD 
97-068)(USCG-1998-3423)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 4701; 16 USC 4702; 16 USC 4711 to 4714; 16 USC 
4721 to 4728; 16 USC 4741; 16 USC 4751

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, October 26, 1997.

Abstract: This rulemaking establishes voluntary ballast water exchange 
guidelines applicable to all vessels entering U.S. waters, and 
mandatory reporting and sampling procedures to monitor compliance. 
Ballast water has been identified as a major pathway for the 
introduction and spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS). This project 
supports the Coast Guard's Marine Safety and Environmental Protection 
program's goal to reduce the volume of untreated ballast water 
discharged into United States waters, and the Coast Guard's strategic 
goal of protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/10/98                    63 FR 17782
NPRM Comment Period End         06/09/98
Interim Final Rule              05/17/99                    64 FR 26672
Interim Final Rule Effective    07/01/99
Final Rule                      06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: LT M. Pat McKeown, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0500

RIN: 2115-AF55
_______________________________________________________________________




2114. POLLUTION PREVENTION FOR OCEANGOING SHIPS AND CERTAIN VESSELS IN 
DOMESTIC SERVICE (USCG-2000-7641) PREVIOUS DOCKET (CGD 97-072)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3703; 33 USC 1231; 33 
USC 1321(j); 33 USC 1903

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151; 33 CFR 155; 33 CFR 157; 46 CFR 170; 46 CFR 
172

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking concerns pollution prevention and the 
operational discharge of oil from vessels. It will align existing 
regulations on oil-water separators, operational discharge, damage and 
intact stability, and term of validity of International Oil Pollution 
Prevention Certificates with recent amendments under the International 
Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973 (MARPOL). 
It will affect U.S.-flagged tank ships of 150 gross tons or more and 
other U.S.-flagged ships of 400 gross tons or more. It will eliminate 
or reduce requirements for shore connections on certain vessels of 100 
gross tons or more. This project supports the Coast Guard's Marine

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Safety and Environmental Protection program's goal to reduce the amount 
of oil discharged into United States waters from maritime sources by 20 
percent, and the Coast Guard's strategic goals of marine safety and 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/08/00                    65 FR 48548
Final Rule                      07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: No additional information.

Agency Contact: CDR Mark Prescott, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0225

RIN: 2115-AF56
_______________________________________________________________________




2115. SAFETY OF UNINSPECTED PASSENGER VESSELS UNDER THE PASSENGER VESSEL 
SAFETY ACT OF 1993 (USCG-1999-5040)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2101; 46 USC 2113; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 4105

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 15; 46 CFR 24 to 28; 46 CFR 70; 46 CFR 169; 46 CFR 
175; 33 CFR 175; 33 CFR 177; 33 CFR 179; 33 CFR 181; 33 CFR 183; 46 CFR 
10; 46 CFR 2; 46 CFR 30; 46 CFR 90; 46 CFR 114; 46 CFR 188; 46 CFR 199; 
...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking implements the Passenger Vessel Safety Act 
(PVSA) (Pub. L. 103-206) by amending the rules for Uninspected 
Passenger Vessels (UPVs). Specifically, the Coast Guard is considering 
amending existing UPV definitions to create a new class of UPV of at 
least 100 gross tons carrying not more than 12 passengers. The Coast 
Guard is considering operating, equipment, licensing and special permit 
application requirements appropriate for the new class of vessel. The 
Coast Guard is also considering adding definitions of ``passenger,'' 
``passenger for hire,'' and ``consideration'' to bring its rules into 
conformity with the PVSA. This project supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/01/99                    64 FR 15709
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/30/99
NPRM                            03/02/00                    65 FR 11410
Interim Final Rule              04/28/00                    65 FR 24878
NPRM Comment Period End         05/31/00
Final Rule                      05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: CDR Prescott Mark, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0225

RIN: 2115-AF69
_______________________________________________________________________




2116. CERTIFICATION OF NAVIGATION LIGHTS FOR UNINSPECTED COMMERCIAL 
VESSELS AND RECREATIONAL VESSELS (CGD 97-060)(USCG 1999-6580).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 2071; 33 USC 1602; 33 USC 1607

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 84; 33 CFR 181; 33 CFR 183; 46 CFR 111

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would place navigation lights for recreational 
vessels and uninspected commercial vessels under regulatory control 
similar to that already in place for inspected commercial vessels. 
Specifically, it would require certification that installed navigation 
lights are in compliance with the Navigation Rules' specifications, as 
evidenced by laboratory testing to a performance standard; this level 
of control is currently in place for other items of safety equipment. 
This action is in accordance with recommendations made by the National 
Boating Safety Advisory Council (NBSAC), the Navigation Safety Advisory 
Council (NAVSAC),and the National Association of State Boating Law 
Administrators (NASBLA). This project supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/04/00                    65 FR 47936
NPRM Comment Period End         10/03/00
Final Rule                      06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This rulemaking was formerly titled 
Certification of Navigation Lights on Recreational Vessels (CGD 97-
060).

Agency Contact: Randolph J. Doubt, Project Manager, G-OPB-3, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Steet SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6810

RIN: 2115-AF70
_______________________________________________________________________




2117. VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE LOWER MISSISSIPPI RIVER (USCG-1998-4399)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223(a)

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 161; 33 CFR 164; 33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project proposes to establish a new Vessel Traffic 
Service (VTS) area in the Lower Mississippi River region. This Vessel 
Traffic Service Area (VTSA) will span from 20 miles north of Baton 
Rouge (mile 255 AHP) out to sea, including the South and Southwest 
Pass. As part of the VTSA, a VTS Special area will be designated 
between mile 93.5 and 95 AHP. Unlike traditional VTSs, which are based 
on radar and video surveillance and rely on voice communications by 
VHF-FM radio, when fully operational VTS Lower Mississippi will use 
Automatic Identification System transponder technology to perform the 
majority of both surveillance and information exchange. This rulemaking 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/26/00                    65 FR 24616

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NPRM Comment Period Reopened    07/25/00
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/18/00                    65 FR 50479
NPRM Comment Period End         12/01/00
Final Rule                      04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This project was originally entitled ``Vessel 
Traffic Service Lower Mississippi/Automatic Identification System 
Carriage Requirement.'' The VTS LMR will retain RIN 2115-AF75. The AIS 
carriage requirement will be developed in a separate rulemaking.

Agency Contact: Jorge Arroyo, Project Manager, G-MWV, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0407

RIN: 2115-AF75
_______________________________________________________________________




2118. ANCHORAGE GROUND; SAFETY ZONE; SPEED LIMIT; TONGASS NARROWS AND 
KETCHIKAN, AK (CGD17-99-002)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 471; 33 USC 1231; 33 USC 2071

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 162; 33 CFR 165; 33 CFR 110

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would grant an exemption from the present 7-
knot speed limit in Tongass Narrows, AK, for float plane take-off and 
landing and vessels 26 feet in length or less. The geographic area for 
the speed limit would be expanded. A safety zone used for cruise ship 
anchorages would be redesignated as an anchorage area to reflect actual 
usage of the area and transiting vessels would be required to move 
quickly and directly through the anchorage, without rapid course 
changes, to increase safety. This project supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/25/99                    64 FR 14414
Comment Period End              05/10/99
Interim Final Rule              06/02/99                    64 FR 29554
Comment Period End              11/30/99
Interim Final Rule              04/07/00                    65 FR 18242
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/31/00
Final Rule                      10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LT P. W. Clark, Project Manager, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2030 Sealevel Drive, Suite 203, 
Ketchikan, AK 99901
Phone: 907 225-4496

RIN: 2115-AF81
_______________________________________________________________________




2119. MANDATORY SHIP REPORTING SYSTEM OFF THE NORTHEAST AND THE 
SOUTHEAST COASTS OF THE UNITED STATES (USCG-1999-5525)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1230(d)

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 169

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory project establishes two mandatory ship 
reporting systems in areas off the U.S. Atlantic Coast to protect the 
endangered Northern Right Whale. These areas are critically important 
calving and feeding grounds for that species. Although right whales are 
also found outside of these areas, the two areas are targeted because 
they have both large numbers of whales and a high volume of ship 
traffic. Ship collisions are the largest known source of human related 
mortality of right whales. Communication between shore-based 
authorities and ships will minimize the risk of collision damage to 
ships and the whales as well as provide beneficial information to 
ships. The reporting system requires ships over 300 gross tons to 
notify the Coast Guard of their intention to enter these areas. In 
return, the mariners are provided with automated information about the 
last known locations of any right whales. This project supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goal of protecting the natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/01/99                    64 FR 29229
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/01/99
Interim Final Rule Effective    07/01/99
Final Rule                      10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The International Maritime Organization 
established a June 30, 1999 implementation for a mandatory reporting 
system. Less than 300 northern right whales are now known to exist. 
Designing an effective and simple reporting program in conjunction with 
other Federal agencies eliminated the availability of time to propose 
the regulations for comment prior to promulgation. However, the Coast 
Guard may revise the regulations in response to comments.

Agency Contact: Edward J. LaRue, Jr, Project Manager, G-MWV, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0416

RIN: 2115-AF82
_______________________________________________________________________




2120. TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERSONNEL ON PASSENGER SHIPS (USCG 
1999-5610)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2103; 46 USC ch. 71; 46 USC ch. 73

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 12; 46 CFR 15; 46 CFR 10

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project will implement new amendments to the 
International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and 
Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978 (STCW), that impose requirements for 
training and qualifications of masters, officers, engineers, and 
``ratings.'' The following training courses are mandatory for the 
personnel on passenger ships other than roll-on, roll-off, carrying 
more than 12 passengers operating on international voyages: (1) Crisis 
Management and Human Behavior; (2) Crowd Management; (3) Special 
Safety; (4) Passenger Safety, with special

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attention given to disabled persons and others needing assistance; and 
(5) Special Familiarization. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goals of maritime safety and protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/15/00                    65 FR 37507
NPRM Comment Period End         09/13/00
Final Rule                      04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark Gould, Project Manager, G-MSO-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6890

RIN: 2115-AF83
_______________________________________________________________________




2121. RAISING THE THRESHOLD OF PROPERTY DAMAGE FOR REPORTS OF ACCIDENTS 
INVOLVING RECREATIONAL VESSELS (USCG-1999-6094)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 6101; 46 USC 6102

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 173; 33 CFR 174

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would increase the threshold for reporting 
recreational-boat accidents involving only property damage. Because of 
inflation since the threshold was last revised, the threshold now 
requires the reporting of a large number of minor accidents. These 
numbers distort the statistical base for the program in Recreational 
Boating Safety and increase the burden of paperwork on the boating 
public. Raising the threshold to an appropriate level would provide for 
a consistent statistical base and reduce the administrative burden on 
the Coast Guard and on States' accident-investigation personnel as well 
as the burden of paperwork on the boating public. This rule supports 
the Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/20/00                    65 FR 38229
NPRM Comment Period End         10/18/00
Final Rule                      04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bruce Schmidt, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0955

RIN: 2115-AF87
_______________________________________________________________________




2122. GREAT LAKES PILOTAGE RATES (USCG-1999-6098)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 9303(f)

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 401

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard conducts an annual review of the Great Lakes 
Pilotage rate based on the ``Great Lakes Pilotage Rates Methodology'' 
published in the Federal Register on May 9, 1996. Depending on the 
results of this review, the Coast Guard can make rate adjustments in 
accordance with the regulations or if the Director of Great Lakes 
Pilotage determines that pilotage rates are within a reasonable range 
of their target, make no adjustments to the rates. This rulemaking will 
reoccur annually after the ``Notice of Annual Review'' is published in 
the Federal Register and comments to that review are received. This 
project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/14/00                    65 FR 20110
Supplemental NPRM               09/13/00                    65 FR 55206
Final Rule                      04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Frank Flyntz, Project Manager, G-MW-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 276-6447

RIN: 2115-AF91
_______________________________________________________________________




2123. ALTERNATE HULL EXAMINATION PROGRAM FOR CERTAIN PASSENGER VESSELS, 
AND UNDERWATER SURVEYS FOR PASSENGER, NAUTICAL SCHOOL, AND SAILING 
SCHOOL VESSELS (USCG-2000-6858)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3305; 46 USC 3308

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 71; 46 CFR 115; 46 CFR 167; 46 CFR 169; 46 CFR 176

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulatory project will establish hull examination 
alternatives and a drydock extension policy for qualifying passenger 
vessels that operate exclusively on benign, low-risk environments, and 
that have limited time under way. In addition, the proposed regulations 
would provide the option of alternating drydock examinations with 
underwater surveys for passenger vessels. This project supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goal Marine Safety and Environmental Protection 
Program's goal of mobility by facilitating commerce and eliminate 
interruptions and impediments to the economical movement of goods and 
people.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This Project is a split-off of RIN 2115-AF73. 
The split was a result of comments received under the NPRM that was 
published under RIN 2115-AF73, 11/15/1999, 64 FR 62018, entitled 
Frequency of Inspection Alternate Hull Exam Program for Certain 
Passenger Vessels, and Underwater Surveys for Passenger, Nautical 
School, and Sailing School Vessels.

Agency Contact: LCDR Donald Darcy, Project Manager G-MSR-1, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St. SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1200

RIN: 2115-AF95

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2124. NOXIOUS LIQUID SUBSTANCES, OBSOLETE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN BULK, 
AND CURRENT HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN BULK (USCG-2000-7079)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321, 1903; 46 USC 2103, 3306, 3703

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151; 46 CFR 30, 150, 151, and 153

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard revises rules on carriage of hazardous 
materials in bulk, treating the rules in three parts:
In part A, the Coast Guard revises its rules on Noxious Liquid 
Substances (NLSs) to include substances recently authorized for 
carriage by the Coast Guard or added to the Chemical Codes of the 
International Maritime Organization (IMO) and by making minor technical 
and editorial changes based on the actions taken in part C.
In part B, the Coast Guard revises its rules, tables, and lists on 
carriage of hazardous materials in bulk by deleting from its rules, 
tables, and lists commodities that are no longer liquid cargoes 
transportable in bulk, and by canceling the classifications of obsolete 
commodities not included in those rules, tables, and lists.
In part C, the Coast Guard revises its rules on carriage of hazardous 
materials in bulk by adding cargoes recently authorized for carriage by 
the Coast Guard or added to the Chemical Codes of the IMO and by making 
minor technical and editorial changes.
This three-part revision will update the tables of hazardous materials 
transportable in bulk and better inform persons shipping any such 
materials of the materials' compatibility and of special handling 
requirements. This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Curtis Payne, Project Manager, G-MSO-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0016

RIN: 2115-AF96
_______________________________________________________________________




2125.  EXEMPTION OF PUBLIC VESSELS EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC 
CHARTING AND NAVIGATION SYSTEMS FROM PAPER CHART REQUIREMENTS (USCG 
2000-8300)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1223; 33 U.S.C. 1231; 46 U.S.C. 2103; 46 
U.S.C. 3703

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 146

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking amends the Coast Guard Navigation Safety 
Regulations regarding navigational charts and publications for public 
vessels. It will permit public vessels that are owned and operated by 
the U.S. government that are not engaged in commercial operations to 
use an agency approved electronic charting and navigation system as an 
alternative to paper charts for navigation in U.S. waters. The Coast 
Guard will also request comments in a similar proposed rulemaking for 
commercial vessels. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               04/00/01
Direct Final Rule; Comment 
Period Ends                     06/00/01
Direct Final Rule Effective Date08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dave Beach, Project Manager, G-MWV-3, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1409

RIN: 2115-AG03
_______________________________________________________________________




2126.  RIGHT TO APPEAL; DIRECTOR, GREAT LAKES PILOTAGE (USCG-
2001-8894)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 7701

CFR Citation: 46 CFR Subpart 1.03

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking codifies the Coast Guard's existing practice 
of permitting appeals of decisions or actions taken by the Director, 
Great Lakes Pilotage Office. Due to an omission in current regulations, 
the Coast Guard administrative appeal procedures do not apply to these 
decisions or actions. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               04/00/01
Direct Final Rule Effective Date07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Lawler, Project Manager, G-MW-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20590
Phone: 202 267-1241

RIN: 2115-AG11

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



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2127. PERMITS FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF MUNICIPAL AND COMMERCIAL WASTES 
(CGD 89-014)(USCG-2000-7442)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 2602

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 15, 1989.

Abstract: In May 1989, the Coast Guard began a rulemaking to 
incorporate into regulation certain elements of the Shore Protection 
Act. The objective is to help prevent trash, medical debris, and other 
unsightly and potentially harmful materials from being deposited into 
the coastal waters of the United States as a result of sloppy waste-
handling procedures. This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic 
goal of protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/24/89                    54 FR 22546
Correction                      06/05/89                    54 FR 24078
Comment Period End              08/24/89                    54 FR 22546
Notice                          12/13/95                    60 FR 64001


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This project was formerly known as 
``Implementation of the Shore Protection Act of 1988.''
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 05/24/89, 54 FR 22546

Agency Contact: ENS William R. Sportsman, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St., SW, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0226

RIN: 2115-AD23
_______________________________________________________________________




2128. CLAIMS PROCEDURES UNDER THE OIL POLLUTION ACT OF 1990 (CGD 91-035)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 2713; 33 USC 2714

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 136

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking implements section 1013 (Claims Procedures) 
and section 1014 (Designation of Source and Advertisement) of the Oil 
Pollution Act of 1990. The Interim Rule provides the requirements for 
the filing of claims for uncompensated removal costs or damages 
resulting from the discharge of oil, for the designation of the sources 
of the discharge, and for the advertisement of where claims are to be 
filed. The Interim Rule also included the processing of natural 
resource damage (NRD) claims. The NRD claims, however, were not 
processed until September 25, 1997, when the Department of Justice 
issued an opinion that the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (OSTLF) is 
available without further appropriation to pay trustee NRD claims under 
the general claims provisions of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, 33 
U.S.C. 2712(a)(4). Release of the Final Rule will be delayed until 
additional experience is gained on the adjudication of these NRD 
claims. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
the protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/12/92                    57 FR 36314
Correction                      09/09/92                    57 FR 41104
Comment Period End              12/10/92
NPRM                            06/00/02
Final Rule                      12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Linda Burdette, Project Manager, National Pollution 
Fund Center, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Suite 
1000, 4200 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203-1804
Phone: 202 493-6831

RIN: 2115-AD90
_______________________________________________________________________




2129. STATE ACCESS TO THE OIL SPILL LIABILITY TRUST FUND (CGD 92-014)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 2712

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 133

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

Abstract: Pursuant to the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90), this 
action specifies how the authority to obligate the pollution trust fund 
for oil spill response and cleanup efforts and to enter into agreements 
with the states will be exercised. The Coast Guard is evaluating the 
performance of the Interim Rule. This rulemaking supports the Coast 
Guard's strategic goal of the protection of natural resources. This 
rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial state 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Rule                    11/13/92                    57 FR 53968


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: Rulemaking was downgraded from Other 
Significant to Substantive Nonsignificant in the 11/14/94 Agenda; 
however, due to administrative error, the document erroneously 
reflected Other Significant in subsequent Agenda entries.

Agency Contact: Al Thuring, Project Manager, National Pollution Funds 
Center, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Suite 1000, 
4200 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203-1804
Phone: 202 493-6801

RIN: 2115-AE19
_______________________________________________________________________




2130. PROPELLER INJURY PREVENTION ABOARD RENTAL BOATS (CGD 95-041)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 4302

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 173; 33 CFR 174; 33 CFR 175; 33 CFR 177; 33 CFR 
179; 33 CFR 181; 33 CFR 183; 33 CFR 187

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would examine the number and nature of 
injuries sustained from vessel propellers and help the Coast Guard 
determine the need for Federal or State regulation of these vessels, 
the livery companies leasing these vessels, or the operators of these 
vessels. Any regulation would be implemented to reduce further injuries 
and fatalities involving rented boasts. The National Boating Safety 
Advisory Council (NBSAC) recommended that the Coast Guard consider a 
number of

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alternatives to prevent injuries, including: installing pump jets, 
propeller cages or a combination of boarding ladder interlocks or shaft 
alarms, big warning placards, or other warning devices. Future action 
is dependent upon consideration of reported injuries, comments received 
in response to past notices, results of the study conducted under a 
Coast Guard grant, available technology, and continued consultation 
with the NBSAC. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic 
goal of maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            05/11/95                    60 FR 25191
Comment Period End              07/10/95
Reopening of Comment Period     08/09/95                    60 FR 40545
Comment Period End              11/07/95
ANPRM                           03/26/96                    61 FR 13123
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/01/96
Request for Comments            04/28/97                    62 FR 22991
Comment Period End              07/28/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0979

RIN: 2115-AF28
_______________________________________________________________________




2131. LIMITED SERVICE DOMESTIC VOYAGE LOAD LINES FOR RIVER BARGES ON 
LAKE MICHIGAN (CGD 95-015) (USCG-1998-4623)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 51

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 45

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory project will allow certain unmanned dry cargo 
river barges operating on Lake Michigan to be exempted from the normal 
Great Lakes load line requirements provided instead that they obtain a 
limited domestic service load line for two specific routes (Chicago to 
Milwaukee, and Chicago to Muskegon). This will allow certain non-
hazardous cargoes originating at inland river ports to be transported 
as far as Milwaukee and Muskegon by river barge, thereby benefiting 
from the relatively low cost per ton-mile of river barge 
transportation. Compliance is not mandatory other than for those river 
barge operators who voluntarily seek this special load line for their 
barges. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/02/98                    63 FR 58679
Comment Period End              03/04/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas Jordan, Project Manager, G-MSE-2, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-2988

RIN: 2115-AF38
_______________________________________________________________________




2132. OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF ACTIVITIES (USCG-1998-3868)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1333(d)(1); 43 USC 1348(c); 43 USC 1356

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 140 to 147

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would revise the regulations on Outer 
Continental Shelf (OCS) activities to: add new requirements for fixed 
OCS facilities for lifesaving, fire protection, training, hazardous 
materials used as stores, and accommodation spaces; require foreign 
vessels engaged in OCS activities to comply with requirements similar 
to those imposed on U.S. vessels similarly engaged; and allow all 
mobile inland drilling units (MIDUs) to operate on the OCS out to a 
defined boundary line if they meet requirements for lifesaving, 
firefighting, and operations similar to those for fixed OCS facilities. 
This project would affect the owners and operators of facilities and 
vessels engaged in offshore activities associated with the exploration 
for, development of, or production of, the resources of the OCS. The 
preliminary estimate of costs imposed by these amendments varies 
according to the unit. The Coast Guard is consulting with the Minerals 
Management Service, part of the Department of the Interior. This 
project supports the Coast Guard's Marine Safety and Environmental 
Protection program's goal of reducing deaths and injuries and reducing 
the amount of oil discharged into the marine environment. It also 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            06/27/95                    60 FR 33185
Comment Period End              09/25/95
NPRM                            12/07/99                    64 FR 68416
NPRM Correction                 02/22/00                     65 FR 8671
NPRM Comment Period Extended    03/16/00                    65 FR 14226
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/30/00                    65 FR 40559
NPRM Comment Period End         11/30/00
Final Rule                      09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The Notice of Request for Comments published 27 
June 1995, was assigned Coast Guard docket number 95-016. Following the 
request for comments this docket was terminated. This project continues 
under docket USCG-1998-3868 and RIN 2115-AF39.

Agency Contact: James Magill, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1082

RIN: 2115-AF39
_______________________________________________________________________




2133. +EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANS FOR PASSENGER VESSELS (USCG-1998-3473)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 633; 33 USC 1221; 33 USC 1223; 33 USC 1224; 33 
USC 1231; 33 USC 1232; 46 USC 3306

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 1; 46 CFR 7 to 10; 46 CFR 199

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would require owners or operators of high-
capacity passenger vessels in domestic

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service to develop, maintain, and exercise emergency response plans. 
The first step is to publish an advance notice of proposed rulemaking 
to seek comment from owners and operators. Such plans would establish a 
process that prevents injury and loss of life during collisions, 
allisions, groundings, fires, and other emergencies. They would address 
issues such as passenger egress, crew training, and available emergency 
resources both on a vessel and in a vessel's operating area. This 
rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime 
safety and protection of natural resources. It is significant because 
of important policy of the Department of Transportation and because of 
public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/26/98                     63 FR 9916
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/28/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: CDR Mark Prescott, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0225

RIN: 2115-AF61
_______________________________________________________________________




2134. COMMERCIAL DIVING OPERATIONS (USCG-1998-3786)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1509; 43 USC 1333; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3703; 46 
USC 6101

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 197; 49 CFR 1.46

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project involves reviewing and updating the commercial 
diving regulations, which are over 20 years old. A review of the 
commercial diving regulations is needed to determine what parts should 
be updated or changed based on the current standards of safety, 
technology, and industry practices and to evaluate and minimize any 
significant economic impact of the rules upon small entities. The 
project supports the Coast Guard Marine Safety and Environmental 
Protection Program's goal to reduce deaths and injuries on U.S. 
commercial vessels and the Coast Guard's strategic goal of safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/26/98                    63 FR 34840
ANPRM Comment Period Extended   09/23/98                    63 FR 50848
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/09/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: CDR Mark Prescott, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0225

RIN: 2115-AF64
_______________________________________________________________________




2135. +IMPROVEMENTS TO MARITIME SAFETY IN PUGET SOUND-AREA WATERS (USCG-
1998-4501)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223 to 1224

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would promulgate measures to improve maritime 
safety in Puget Sound-Area waters including Puget Sound, the Strait of 
Juan de Fuca, passages around and through the San Juan Islands, and the 
Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. Based on a determination by 
the Secretary of Transportation regarding the status of maritime safety 
in the Puget Sound-area, the Coast Guard has initiated a comprehensive 
cost-benefit analysis to study the feasibility of implementing new 
safety measures, including extended tug escort requirements and a 
dedicated response vessel. Public input will help focus this cost-
benefit analysis and develop any future proposed rules, if deemed 
necessary. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard Marine Safety and 
Environmental Protection Program's goal to reduce the amount of oil 
discharged into the marine environment and the Coast Guard's strategic 
goal of protection of natural resources. This is a significant action 
due to substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/24/98                    63 FR 64937
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/24/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: CDR T. M. Close, Project Manager, G-MSE-1, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0177

RIN: 2115-AF68
_______________________________________________________________________




2136. BARGES CARRYING BULK LIQUID HAZARDOUS MATERIAL (USCG-1999-5117) 
(SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking project will update the regulations for 
barges carrying bulk hazardous material to account for modernization of 
the industry. The current regulations for barges carrying bulk liquid 
hazardous materials were originally published in 1970. Over the past 
three decades, technology has advanced and industry practices have 
changed. This project will first ask for public comment to identify the 
rules which need to be updated. Once those rules are identified, the 
project will propose appropriate revisions to the Code of Federal 
Regulations. This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/09/99                    64 FR 48976
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/07/00


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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Agency Contact: Thomas Felleisen, Project Manager, G-MSO, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0085

RIN: 2115-AF77
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Completed Actions


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



_______________________________________________________________________




2137. REGATTAS AND MARINE PARADES (CGD 95-054)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1233

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard reviewed its regatta and marine parade 
permitting regulations and determined that certain revisions are needed 
to eliminate overly burdensome, unnecessary, and obsolete requirements. 
Due to concerns relating to the environmental impact of the interim 
rule, we believe that further study of other approaches is necessary. 
Therefore, we finalized this rulemaking by withdrawing the interim 
rule, except for the requirement that an application for permit be 
submitted at least 135 days (60 days for certain annual events), rather 
than 30 days, before the event. This rulemaking supports the Coast 
Guard's strategic goal of maritime safety and maritime mobility of 
commercial and recreational vessels.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/26/95                    60 FR 67345
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/09/96
NPRM                            04/17/96                    61 FR 16732
NPRM Comment Period End         05/17/96
Interim Rule                    06/28/96                    61 FR 33027
Comment Period End              08/27/96
Delay Effective Date to 01/01/9811/26/96                    61 FR 60027
Delay Effective Date to 01/01/9912/29/97                    62 FR 67570
Delay Effective Date to 01/02/0012/30/98                    63 FR 71753
Delay Effective Date 
Indefinitely                    12/16/99                    64 FR 70184
Final Rule and Withdrawal of 
Interim Rule                    01/09/01                     66 FR 1580
Final Rule Effective            05/11/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 06/26/96, 61 
FR 33031

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0979

RIN: 2115-AF17
_______________________________________________________________________




2138. REVISION TO FEDERAL BLOOD ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION (BAC) STANDARD FOR 
RECREATIONAL VESSEL OPERATORS (USCG-1998-4593)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2302

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 95; 33 CFR 177

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking revises the Federal Blood Alcohol 
concentration (BAC) limit from .10 to .08 percent by weight to 
determine whether operators of recreational vessels are under the 
influence of alcohol. With respect to recreational vessels on navigable 
waters within State boundaries, the Coast Guard continues to adopt BAC 
limits enacted by respective State jurisdictions. This rulemaking 
revises the rule adopting State BAC limits to account for recent 
developments in State boating legislation by removing language 
referencing State statutory schemes that no longer exist. The new rule 
adds language to reference statutory schemes that have come into 
existence since the promulgation of the .10 Federal BAC limit for 
recreational vessels. This rulemaking also inserts the words ``under 
the influence of alcohol, or a dangerous drug in violation of a law of 
the United States'' in place of the word ``intoxication'' where it 
appears in the Code of Federal Regulations. That change affects 
sections involving only operators of recreational vessels. The purpose 
of that change is to bring those regulations into conformity with the 
language of United State Code, as amended by the Oil Pollution Act of 
1990. This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of 
maritime safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/16/00                    65 FR 14223
NPRM Comment Period End         07/14/00
Final Rule                      01/10/01                     66 FR 1859
Final Rule Effective            05/11/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This project was formerly entitled, ``Revised 
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limit.'' It has been prioritized from 
Other Significant to Substantive Nonsignificant because the project no 
longer addresses commercial vessel operations. Changes affecting 
commercial vessel operations will be addressed in a separate future 
rulemaking.
The Final Rule effective date of March 12, 2001 was revised to May 11, 
2001 due to the Regulatory Review Plan as promulgated by the 
President's Chief of Staff memo dated January 20, 2001.

Agency Contact: Carlton Perry, Project Manager, G-OPB-1, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0979

RIN: 2115-AF72
_______________________________________________________________________




2139. CITIZENSHIP STANDARDS FOR VESSEL OWNERSHIP AND FINANCING; AMERICAN 
FISHERIES ACT (USCG-1999-6095)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 2110; 46 USC 12102

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 67

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, April 1, 2000.

Abstract: This rulemaking will increase the percentage of stock 
required to be owned by U.S. citizens in corporations

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owning fishing vessels from 51 percent to 75 percent. The rulemaking 
will also provide that fisheries endorsements will become invalid if a 
documented fishing vessel is chartered or leased to a person who is not 
a citizen or to an entity which is ineligible to own a documented 
fishing vessel. In addition, regulatory restrictions must be developed 
prohibiting documentation of certain vessels with a fisheries 
endorsement if they are mortgaged to an entity not entitled to own 
documented fishing vessels. Finally, the regulations must be amended to 
reflect the repeal of the ``grandfather'' provisions of the Commercial 
Fishing Industry Vessel Anti-Reflagging Act of 1987. This rulemaking 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of protection natural 
resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/27/00                    65 FR 46137
NPRM Correction                 10/01/00                    65 FR 49529
Final Rule                      12/07/00                    65 FR 76572
Final Rule Effective            10/01/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rule was previously titled Eligibility of 
U.S. Flag Vessels Measuring Less than 100 Feet To Obtain Commercial 
Fisheries Documents

Agency Contact: Thomas Willis, Project Manager, National Vessel 
Documentation Center, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 
792 T. J. Jackson Dr, Falling Waters, WV 25419-9502
Phone: 304 271-2506

RIN: 2115-AF88
_______________________________________________________________________




2140. SAFETY ZONE; OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF PLATFORMS IN THE GULF OF 
MEXICO (CGD08-99-023)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 85; 43 USC 1333; 49 CFR 1.46

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 147

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will establish safety zones around seven 
petroleum-producing platforms located in the Gulf of Mexico. These 
platforms are at risk from allision by vessels operating outside the 
Shipping Safety Fairways in the Gulf. The safety zones would keep these 
vessels from entering or remaining in the zones around the platforms 
and would protect the safety of life, property, and the environment. 
This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime 
safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/26/99                    64 FR 66434
Final Rule                      03/30/00                    65 FR 16823

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LCDR Roderick Walker, Program Manager, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Eighth Coast Guard District, 501 
Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: 504 589-3043

RIN: 2115-AF93
_______________________________________________________________________




2141. INLAND WATERWAYS NAVIGATION REGULATIONS: PORTS AND WATERWAYS 
SAFETY (CGD 09-00-010)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1231; 50 USC 191

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 162

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is removing an inland waterway navigation 
regulation that sets time limit requirements and requires Captain of 
the Port approval before using the Portage River and Lily Pond Harbor 
in Michigan as harbors of refuge. The elimination of this rule is 
necessary because Portage River and Lily Pond Harbor are no longer used 
as harbors of safe refuge in the Ninth Coast Guard District.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               09/05/00                    65 FR 53593
Direct Final Rule Effective     12/04/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LT Randy Wagner, Department of Transportation, U.S. 
Coast Guard, Marine Safety Office Duluth, 600 South Lake Avenue, 
Duluth, MN 55802
Phone: 218 720-5286

RIN: 2115-AG01
_______________________________________________________________________




2142.  SHIPPING SAFETY FAIRWAYS AND ANCHORAGE AREAS, GULF OF 
MEXICO (CGD08-00-012)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 166

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will help to alleviate the need for in-bound 
deep draft vessels to cross the Sabine Pass Safety Fairway and navigate 
around a charted shallow area in the Gulf of Mexico south of Sabine 
Pass. It will allow deep draft vessels to enter and depart Sabine Bank 
anchorages on a safer, lower risk course. This rulemaking supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime safety, and mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/21/00                    65 FR 38474
Final Rule                      12/28/00                    65 FR 82276

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking was previously entitled 
``Anchorage Regulations; Sabine Pass, TX, Gulf of Mexico'' RIN AA98. 
The title and RIN were changed to correctly reflect the CFR part 
affected.

Agency Contact: Lamont Bazemore, Project Manager, Waterways Management, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Marine Safety Office 
Port Arthur, Federal Building, 2875 Jimmy Johnson Blvd., Port Arthur, 
TX 77640-2099
Phone: 409 723-6509

RIN: 2115-AG02

[[Page 25820]]

_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2143. +IMPROVED WATER SURVIVAL EQUIPMENT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 
44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would add new requirements for water survival 
equipment carried aboard airplanes and rotorcraft. The requirements 
would apply, after specified dates, to U.S.-certificate holders that 
conduct common-carriage operations with airplanes and rotorcraft. This 
action is in response to the Airport and Airway Safety and Capacity 
Enhancement Act of 1987 (PL 100-223) and relates to safety 
recommendations by the National Transportation Safety Board. The 
requirements are intended to increase the likelihood of aircraft 
passengers surviving a crash landing in water and, thus, this 
rulemaking is significant because of the safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/30/88                    53 FR 24890
NPRM Comment Period End         11/28/88
SNPRM                           04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AIR-85-265R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 06/30/88, 53 FR 24890

Agency Contact: Hal Jensen, Aircraft Certification Service, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9574

RIN: 2120-AC72
_______________________________________________________________________




2144. +RETROFIT OF IMPROVED SEATS IN AIR CARRIER TRANSPORT CATEGORY 
AIRPLANES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 
USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 
106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 
44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44712

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, April 28, 1988.

Abstract: This action would require that all seats of transport 
category airplanes used in air carrier operations and transport 
category airplanes used in scheduled intrastate service comply with 
improved crashworthiness standards. The Airport and Airways Safety and 
Capacity Expansion Act of 1987 directs the Secretary of Transportation 
to initiate a rulemaking proceeding to consider requiring all seats on 
board all air carrier aircraft to meet improved crashworthiness 
standards based upon the best available testing standards. The intended 
effect of this action is to increase passenger protection and 
survivability in survivable impact accidents. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of its safety implications and statutory 
requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/17/88                    53 FR 17650
NPRM Comment Period End         10/14/88
Reopening of Comment Period     10/30/98                    63 FR 58331
NPRM Comment Period End         01/08/99
SNPRM                           04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket 25611. Project Number: AIR-88-136R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 05/17/88, 53 FR 17650

Agency Contact: Hal Jensen, Aircraft Certification Service, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9574

RIN: 2120-AC84
_______________________________________________________________________




2145. +CORROSION CONTROL PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40104 to 40105; 49 USC 40113; 49 
USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 
44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716 
to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44902

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 129; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would ensure that airplanes used or not used in 
common carriage in air transportation have a comprehensive corrosion 
prevention program within their maintenance or inspection programs. In 
April 1988, a commercial transport airplane experienced an in-flight 
decompression and separation of approximately 18 feet of the fuselage 
skin and structure at the top of the airplane. The airplane had been in 
service for 19 years and had flown almost 90,000 flights. The National 
Transportation Safety Board concluded that the failure of the airline 
to detect skin disbonding resulted in corrosion and metal fatigue 
leading to separation of the airplane's skin structure. This rulemaking 
is considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-382R

Agency Contact: Frederick Sobeck, Aircraft Maintenance Division, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7355

RIN: 2120-AE92

[[Page 25821]]

_______________________________________________________________________




2146. +NATIONAL AIR TOUR SAFETY STANDARDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 
44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44702; 49 USC 44705

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FAA will propose new regulations for air tour and sightseeing 
operations that are currently allowed to operate under less stringent 
regulations than those applied to other types of commercial operations. 
Over the past decade the number of these operations and the number of 
accidents and incidents associated with these operations have 
increased. Hot air balloons and gliders would not be included in this 
amendment. This rulemaking is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-91-012R. RIN 2120-AF61 
which was proposed as a new item for this agenda was a duplicate of 
this rulemaking and has been terminated. This rulemaking was previously 
titled ``Sightseeing Operations.''
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 04/00/01

Agency Contact: Katherine M. Perfetti, Air Transportation Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3760

RIN: 2120-AF07
_______________________________________________________________________




2147. +OVERFLIGHTS OF UNITS OF THE NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 
44709; 49 USC 44711 to 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 
49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46306

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 93; 14 CFR 121; 15 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA and National Park Service (NPS) established a joint 
working group which is tasked with developing a notice of proposed 
rulemaking to reduce or prevent adverse effects of aircraft noise over 
our national park system. At the same time, the working group is 
charged with affording those persons who wish to visit our national 
parks from the air the opportunity to do so. The working group met from 
May to November 1997, and developed a concept paper that was approved 
by the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee and the NPS Advisory 
Board in December 1997. A notice of proposed rulemaking has been 
developed and is now being reviewed by the FAA and NPS. In April 1999, 
the FAA issued a disposition of comments to the ANPRM. That document 
summarizes those comments to the ANPRM and provides an update to the 
public on matters concerning air tours over units of the national park 
system. In response to Public Law 106-181, April 5, 2000, the FAA and 
NPRS are developing an NPRM proposing to codify the language of the 
legislation and to adopt an altitude that would define a commercial air 
tour. This rulemaking is significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Statement of Need: The need to reduce or prevent the adverse effects of 
aircraft noise over the national parks is apparent for the preservation 
of a valuable national resource. In its Report to Congress, the 
National Park Service identified 98 parks that potentially have an 
overflight problem. The FAA recognizes its role both to provide for the 
safe and efficient use of airspace and to enhance the environment by 
minimizing the adverse effects of aviation in the national parks.

Summary of Legal Basis: The FAA has broad authority and responsibility 
to regulate the operation of aircraft and the use of the airspace and 
to establish safety standards for and regulate the certification of 
airmen, aircraft, and air carriers. (49 U.S.C. 40101 et seq.) The FAA 
also has responsibility to protect persons and property on the ground. 
The President's Memorandum of April 22, 1996, directed the FAA, working 
with the National Park Service, to issue a notice of proposed 
rulemaking for the management of sightseeing aircraft in those National 
Parks where it is deemed necessary to reduce or prevent the adverse 
effects of noise from such aircraft. Finally, title VIII of Public Law 
106-181, National Parks Air Tour Management Act of 2000 gives the FAA 
the authority to minimize, mitigate or prevent the adverse effect of 
aircraft over national parks.

Alternatives: During its working sessions, the working group considered 
a variety of criteria for defining an air tour, various triggering 
events for determining which parks are at risk, and various means for 
the NPS and FAA to work together to develop an air tour management 
plan.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: Undetermined.

Risks: This rulemaking addresses the risk of destruction of valuable 
national resources and the right to enjoy the natural quiet in our 
national parks. At the same time, taking this risk has to be balanced 
against any potential safety problems that restrictions on overflights 
might create. Both the National Park Service and FAA are confident that 
a solution can be reached whereby all visitors to the park may be 
accommodated through an agreed upon park airspace management plan.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/17/94                    59 FR 12740
ANPRM Correction                04/01/94                    59 FR 15350
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/15/94
Comment Period End 07/15/94     06/20/94                    59 FR 31883
Notice of Public Meeting        06/06/97                    62 FR 31187
Notice of Public Meeting        04/07/98                    63 FR 17040
Disposition of Comments         04/09/99                    64 FR 17293
NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Refer to 1999 Regulatory Plan entry RIN 2120-
AF93, Airspace Management: Special Flight Rules in the Vicinity of the 
Grand Canyon and also RIN 2120-AG11, Special Flight Rules in the 
Vicinity of

[[Page 25822]]

the Rocky Mountain National Park. Project Number: ARM-97-318A
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 12/00/2000

Agency Contact: Howard Nesbitt, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 493-4981

RIN: 2120-AF46
_______________________________________________________________________




2148. +FLIGHT CREWMEMBER DUTY PERIOD LIMITATIONS, FLIGHT TIME 
LIMITATIONS, AND REST REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44701; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 
44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the regulations on duty period 
limitations, flight time limitations, and rest requirements for flight 
crewmembers engaged in air transportation. The FAA proposes additional 
changes in response to comments received on the NPRM. The changes are 
necessary to ensure that the rules will continue to provide the minimum 
level of safety. This rulemaking responds to public and congressional 
interest in regulating flight crewmember rest requirements, NTSB Safety 
Recommendations, petitions for rulemaking, and scientific data. This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Statement of Need: The aviation community requires 24-hour activities 
to meet operational demands. Growths in long-haul, regional, overnight 
cargo, and short-haul domestic operations are increasing. Therefore, 
shift work, night work, irregular work schedules, and time zone changes 
will continue to be commonplace.

With this growth, the scientific knowledge about sleep, sleep 
disorders, circadian physiology, fatigue, and performance decrements 
has also grown. Some of the scientific knowledge has indicated that 
aviators experience performance-impairing fatigue from sleep loss 
resulting from current flight and duty practices.
In addition, industry and individuals have told the FAA that the 
current regulations are confusing and difficult to enforce. Therefore, 
a second purpose of the rulemaking is to establish consistent and clear 
duty period limitations and rest requirements for all types of 
operations.

Summary of Legal Basis: Section 44701, title 49 of the United States 
Code states that the Administrator shall promote safety of flight of 
civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing minimum standards 
required in the interest of safety.

Alternatives: One obvious alternative would be to continue with the 
current rules, however, these regulations are rapidly becoming 
obsolete. As a second alternative, one commenter asked that the FAA 
develop a standard and then allow each carrier to design a rest/duty 
program that would meet that standard while accommodating differences 
in operations. While this works for certain rules, such as training 
regulations where the standard is training to proficiency, there is no 
way to apply this application to individual pilots on a daily basis.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: Undetermined.

Risks: Although there has been only one identifiable accident due to 
pilot fatigue, fatigue is increasingly becoming the focus of possible 
causes following all accidents. Pilot reports of being fatigued to the 
point of incapacity are not uncommon, and intuitively, it is 
reasonable, given the sheer volume of air traffic, to expect fatigue to 
be a factor in future accidents if the regulations are not corrected.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/20/95                    60 FR 65951
NPRM Comment Period End         03/19/96
Comment Period End 6/19/96      03/20/96                    61 FR 11492
SNPRM                           06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-94-443R
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 12/20/95, 60 FR 65951

Agency Contact: Alberta Brown, Air Transportation Division, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8321

Quentin Smith, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8166

RIN: 2120-AF63
_______________________________________________________________________




2149. +FALSE AND MISLEADING STATEMENTS REGARDING AIRCRAFT PARTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44913

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes additional rules that would prohibit 
certain false or misleading statements regarding civil aircraft, 
airframes, aircraft engines, propellers, appliances, component parts, 
and materials, including standard parts, that are used, or may be used, 
on civil aircraft. The proposals would also permit increased inspection 
by the FAA of records regarding the quality of aircraft parts. The 
additional rules are needed to help prevent persons from representing 
parts as suitable for use on civil aircraft when in fact they may not 
be. The proposals are intended to provide assurance that aircraft 
owners and operators, and persons who maintain aircraft, have truthful 
information on which to determine whether a part may be used in a given 
civil aircraft application. This action is significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AVR-94-549R.

[[Page 25823]]

ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation 08/00/01

Agency Contact: Mardi Ruth Thompson, Regulations Division, Office of 
the Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3073

RIN: 2120-AG08
_______________________________________________________________________




2150. +CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 
44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44715 to 44718; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46306; 
49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46502

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action sought public comment on issues relating to the 
use of child restraint systems in aircraft during all phases of flight 
(i.e., taxi, takeoff, landing, or any other time the seat belt sign is 
illuminated). Specifically, the agency sought information about 
existing child restraint systems, the development of new and improved 
child restraint systems, the ease with which existing or new child 
restraint systems can be used, and the effectiveness of changing the 
current child restraint system regulations. The advance notice gathered 
information in response to a recommendation made by the White House 
Commission on Aviation Safety and Security. Approximately 130 comments 
were received on the ANPRM. This information is needed so that the FAA 
can determine the best way to ensure the safety of children while on 
board aircraft. After such a determination is made, the FAA may issue a 
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking with specific regulatory proposals that 
respond to the Commission's recommendations regarding the use of child 
restraint systems. This action is considered significant because of 
safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/18/98                     63 FR 8324
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/18/98
NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-97-261R

Agency Contact: Cindy Nordlie, Office of Rulemaking, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7627

RIN: 2120-AG43
_______________________________________________________________________




2151. REVISION OF AIR CARRIER CREWMEMBER AND TRAINING REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 
49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 60; 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to revise title 14 of the Code of 
Federal Regulations part 121 subparts N, O, P, and create part 60. The 
proposed revision and creation will address Advanced Qualification 
Programs and additional training programs. The rulemaking is needed to 
enhance crew resource management training, to permit rapid changes to 
training and checking requirements for emerging technologies, to 
improve safety, and to respond to numerous recommendations from various 
sources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-97-335R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 04/00/2001

Agency Contact: Jan Demuth, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8922

RIN: 2120-AG57
_______________________________________________________________________




2152. TRAINING IN THE RECOGNITION OF HAZARDOUS MATERIAL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 4711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA will clarify the requirement for ``will not carry'' 
certificate holders in parts 121 and 135 to provide hazardous material 
recognition training so that such materials are not inadvertently 
placed onboard aircraft.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-98-375R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 06/00/01

Agency Contact: Cindy Nordlie, Office of Rulemaking, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7627

William Wilkening, Office of Security, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9864

RIN: 2120-AG75

[[Page 25824]]

_______________________________________________________________________




2153. +TRAFFIC ALERT AND COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 129

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to require the installation and use of a 
traffic alert and collision system (TCAS) on certain cargo airplanes. 
Current regulations do not require TCAS installation on all-cargo 
airplanes. However, because the air cargo industry has experienced 
rapid growth and is increasingly sharing air space with other air 
carriers, the FAA is proposing this action to minimize the possibility 
of midair collisions involving cargo airplanes. This rulemaking 
proposes that affected airplanes be equipped with TCAS II, or another 
approved traffic alert and collision avoidance system, as appropriate, 
no later than October 31, 2003. This action is significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project No. AFS-98-314R
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 04/00/01

Agency Contact: Alberta Brown, Air Transportation Division, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8321

RIN: 2120-AG90
_______________________________________________________________________




2154. FIRE PROTECTION OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS ON TRANSPORT 
CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44702; 40 USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will propose to amend the airworthiness standards 
for transport category airplanes concerning the protection of 
electrical system components. Adopting this proposal would eliminate 
regulatory differences between the airworthiness standards of the U.S. 
and the Joint Aviation Requirements of Europe, without affecting 
current industry design practices

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mahinder Wahi, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2589

Massoud Sadeghi, Aircraft Certification Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, 
Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2117

RIN: 2120-AG92
_______________________________________________________________________




2155. +AIR TOUR OPERATIONS IN STATE OF HAWAII

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 
44715; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 
46316; 49 USC 46502; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506; 49 USC 
47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47530

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to extend SFAR 71, which established 
certain procedural, operational, and equipment requirements for air 
tour operators in the State of Hawaii. The FAA intends to issue a 
national air tour safety proposal in the near future, but until this 
rulemaking becomes final, there is a need to extend SFAR 71 to ensure 
the continuing safe environment for conducting air tours in Hawaii. 
During the 9 year period between 1982 and 1991, there were 11 air tour 
accidents with 24 fatalities in Hawaii. The apparent causes of the 
accidents ranged from engine power loss to encounters with adverse 
weather. On September 26, 1994, the FAA published an emergency final 
rule as SFAR 71. The rule established additional operating procedures, 
including minimum safe altitudes (and associated increases in visual 
flight rules weather minimums), minimum equipment requirements, and 
operational limitations for air tour aircraft in the State of Hawaii. 
SFAR 71 was subsequently extended until October 26, 2000. This 
rulemaking is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gary Davis, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8166

RIN: 2120-AH02
_______________________________________________________________________




2156. +FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIP

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g0; 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 
40119; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 
49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 
44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 
49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506 to 
46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531

[[Page 25825]]

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA proposes to update and revise the regulations 
governing operations by aircraft in fractional ownership programs. 
Current regulations do not adequately define fractional ownership 
programs nor clearly allocate responsibility and authority for safety 
and compliance with the regulations. This proposal will define 
fractional ownership programs and their participants, allocate 
responsibility and authority for safety of flight operations for 
purposes of compliance with the regulations, and ensure that fractional 
ownership program aircraft operations maintain a high level of safety. 
This action is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Katherine Hakala Perfetti, Flight Standards Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration
Phone: 202 267-3760

RIN: 2120-AH06
_______________________________________________________________________




2157. +FLIGHT SIMULATION DEVICE QUALIFICATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 
USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 
45301 to 45302

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 11; 14 CFR 60; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 63; 14 
CFR 141; 14 CFR 142

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA proposes to amend the regulations to establish flight 
simulation device qualification requirements for all certificate 
holders in a new part. The basis of these requirements currently exists 
in different parts of the FAA's regulations and in advisory circulars. 
The proposed changes would consolidate and update flight simulation 
device requirements. This action is significant because of substantial 
public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Edward Cook, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1701 Columbia Avenue, 
College Park, GA 30337
Phone: 404 305-6100

RIN: 2120-AH07
_______________________________________________________________________




2158.  ANTIDRUG AND ALCOHOL MISUSE PREVENTION PROGRAMS FOR 
PERSONNEL ENGAGED IN SPECIFIED AVIATION ACTIVIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to revise the FAA's Antidrug and Alcohol 
Misuse Prevention Programs in accordance with changes the Department of 
Transportation is making to 49 CFR 40. In addition, the FAA proposes 
some minor revisions to its Antidrug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention 
Program so that the requirements conform to 14 CFR 67.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diane Wood, Acting Manager, Drug Abatement Branch, 
Office of Aviation Medicine, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 
20591
Phone: 202 366-6710

RIN: 2120-AH14
_______________________________________________________________________




2159.  ALCOHOL AND ANTIDRUG MISUSE PREVENTION PROGRAM FOR 
PERSONNEL ENGAGED IN SPECIFIED AVIATION ACTIVITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to eliminate the need for approval by 
FAA of antidrug program and alcohol misuse prevention program plans and 
delete periodic drug testing requirement, and change the pre-employment 
testing requirements to require pre-hire rather than preemployment drug 
testing. The NPRM also proposes to make other minor or terminological 
changes to the regulations. The FAA believes that changing or 
eliminating these requirements would not compromise safety and would 
lessen a burden on the regulated public.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Diane Wood, Acting Manager, Drug Abatement Branch, 
Office of Aviation Medicine, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 
20591
Phone: 202 366-6710

RIN: 2120-AH15
_______________________________________________________________________




2160.  AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 39

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 25826]]

Abstract: The FAA proposes to move several standard provisions 
currently found in every airworthiness directive into its regulations 
pertaining to airworthiness directives. The FAA will no longer include 
these provisions in individual airworthiness directives. This will 
shorten individual airworthiness directives, making them easier for 
readers to use. Also, the FAA is proposing this regulation in plain 
language. The regulation has been reworded and reorganized using plain 
language techniques.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Donald P. Byrne, Assistant Chief Counsel, Regulations 
Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3073

RIN: 2120-AH17
_______________________________________________________________________




2161.  +CERTIFICATION OF PILOTS, AIRCRAFT, AND REPAIRMEN FOR THE 
OPERATION OF LIGHT SPORT AIRCRAFT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40105; USC 44101; 
49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 
44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 
49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 45301 to 45303; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 
46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 
49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 21; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 65; 14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA is proposing to establish the certification and 
training requirements for pilots and repairmen to operate and maintain 
light-sport aircraft. The FAA is proposing a new sport pilot 
certificate and a flight instructor certificate with a sport pilot 
rating. The FAA also is proposing two new light-sport aircraft 
airworthiness certificates for existing and newly manufactured light-
sport aircraft. In addition, this action proposes a new type of 
repairman certificate for individuals who would inspect and maintain 
light-sport aircraft. This action is significant because of substantial 
public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Susan Gardner, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3735

RIN: 2120-AH19
_______________________________________________________________________




2162.  POWERED LIFT OPERATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 40102; 49 USC 
40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44106; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 
44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 
44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 
44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903; 49 USC 
44904; 49 USC 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 
to 47531

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 1; 14 CFR 43; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 119; 14 
CFR 133; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 145

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA is proposing to amend its regulations to cover 
powered-lift aircraft, a new category of aircraft that can perform as 
an airplane and a helicopter. This action is necessary because, as a 
new category of aircraft, powered-lift aircraft can't operate under the 
regulations that govern airplanes or helicopters. The intended effect 
of this action is to allow the operation of powered-lift aircraft under 
FAA regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William H. Wallace, Flight Standards Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3771

RIN: 2120-AH20
_______________________________________________________________________




2163.  INTERMIX EXCLUSION DELETION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7572; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40105; 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 
49 USC 44713; 49 USC 45303

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the aircraft certification 
requirements by removing a provision that allows a Stage 3 airplane to 
operate for 90 days with a Stage 2 engine. As of December 31, 1999, no 
person may operate an airplane to or from any airport in the contiguous 
United States unless the airplane complies with Stage 3 noise levels. 
The intended effect is to prohibit use of Stage 2 engines where the 
engine and/or nacelle changes would result in the airplane failing to 
comply with Stage 3 noise requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Laurie Fisher, Policy and Regulatory Division, Office 
of Environment and Energy, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 
20591
Phone: 202 267-3561

RIN: 2120-AH22
_______________________________________________________________________




2164.  REFUSAL TO SUBMIT TO AN AUTHORIZED DRUG TEST

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44703;

[[Page 25827]]

49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 SUC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 
45301 to 45303

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 67

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend airman medical standards to add 
as a medical disqualification the refusal to submit to an authorized 
drug test. Refusal to submit to a drug test includes adulteration or 
substitution of a urine sample. The intended effect is to ensure that 
airmen who may have substance abuse problems are not allowed to gain 
flight status until they have been examined and found fit by the 
Federal Air Surgeon.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri deVries, Office of Aviation Medicine, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8693

RIN: 2120-AH23
_______________________________________________________________________




2165.  AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS; CLARIFICATION OF 
``COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION''

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44101 to 
44108; 49 USC 44110 to 44111; 49 USC 44703 to 44704; 49 USC 44713; 49 
USC 45302; 49 USC 46104; 49 USC 46301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 47

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend language in the aircraft 
registration regulations governing aircraft last previously registered 
in a foreign country. This proposal is needed to clarify the term 
``court of competent jurisdiction.'' This action is intended to clearly 
describe what constitutes satisfactory evidence to the Administrator 
that foreign registration of an aircraft has ended or is invalid.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AGC-00-547R.

Sectors Affected: None

Agency Contact: Julie A. Stanford, Aircraft Regulation Branch, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, P.O. Box 
25504, Oklahoma City, OK 73125
Phone: 405 954-3131

RIN: 2120-AH24
_______________________________________________________________________




2166.  REVISION TO AIRSPEED INDICATING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR 
TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44702; 49 USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes concerning the airspeed indicating system. 
This proposal would add airspeed indication requirements for speeds 
greater than and less than the speed range for which airspeed 
indication accuracy requirements currently apply, would add a 
requirement that airspeed indications not cause the pilot undue 
difficulty between the initiation of rotation and the achievement of a 
steady climbing condition during takeoff, and would also add a 
requirement to limit the effects of airspeed lag. Adopting this 
proposal would eliminate a regulatory difference between the 
airworthiness standards of the U.S. and the Joint Aviation Requirements 
of Europe, without affecting current industry design practices.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected: None

Agency Contact: Don Stimson, Flight Test and Systems Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-1320

RIN: 2120-AH26
_______________________________________________________________________




2167.  ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION, NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERY 
INSTALLATION, AND NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERY STORAGE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44702; 49 USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes concerning electrical equipment and nickel 
cadmium battery installations, and nickel cadmium battery storage. 
Adopting this proposal would eliminate regulatory differences between 
the airworthiness standards of the U.S. and the Joint Aviation 
Requirements of Europe, without affecting current industry design 
practices.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected: None

Agency Contact: Massoud Sadeghi, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2117

RIN: 2120-AH27
_______________________________________________________________________




2168.  DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT ON 
TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44702; 49 USC 44704

[[Page 25828]]

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes concerning the design and installation of 
electronic equipment. The proposal would require that such equipment be 
designed and installed so that it does not cause essential loads to 
become inoperative as a result of electrical power supply transients or 
transients from other causes. Adopting this proposal would eliminate 
regulatory differences between the airworthiness standards of the U.S. 
and the Joint Aviation Requirements of Europe, without affecting 
current industry design practices

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected: None

Agency Contact: Massoud Sadeghi, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2117

RIN: 2120-AH28
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2169.  ELECTRICAL CABLES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44702; 49 USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes concerning electrical cables. This 
proposal would harmonize part 25 and JAR-25 requirements concerning 
cable installations and clarify the cable design requirements ensuring 
that the designer considers the critical conditions, routings, and 
markings of a proper installation. Adopting this proposal would 
eliminate regulatory differences between the airworthiness standards of 
the U.S. and the Joint Aviation Requirements of Europe, without 
affecting current industry design practices.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected: None

Agency Contact: Massoud Sadeghi, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2117

RIN: 2120-AH29
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)



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2170. OBJECTS AFFECTING NAVIGABLE AIRSPACE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 
USC 44502; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44718; 49 USC 46101 to 46102; 49 USC 
46104

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 77

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the standards, aeronautical studies, 
scope, and notice provisions concerning objects affecting navigable 
airspace. The notice consisted primarily of changes required by recent 
legislation or recommended by a government/industry task group of the 
National Airspace Review Advisory Committee. This action would also 
cover electromagnetic interference phenomenon that could create a 
hazard to air navigation.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Review                06/19/78                    43 FR 26322
Review Conference               12/08/80
NPRM                            08/03/90                    55 FR 31722
NPRM Correction                 08/13/90                    55 FR 32999
NPRM Correction                 08/16/90                    55 FR 33577
NPRM Correction                 08/28/90                    55 FR 35152
NPRM Correction                 09/10/90                    55 FR 37287
NPRM Comment Period End         12/31/90
SNPRM                           10/16/95                    60 FR 53680
SNPRM Comment Period End        11/30/95
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ATO-85-015R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 08/03/90, 55 FR 31722

Agency Contact: Ellen Crum, Air Traffic Rules Procedures Branch, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8783

RIN: 2120-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________




2171. MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7572; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40105; 
49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 USC 
44705; 49 USC 44706; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44710; 49 USC 
44711; 49 USC 44712

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 21; 14 CFR 65; 14 CFR 107; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135; 
14 CFR 145

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA is withdrawing a previously published Notice of 
Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that proposed to amend various sections of 
the regulations. The proposal was to clarify language, correct improper 
or obsolete references, and to relax certain existing requirements. 
Since publication of the NPRM, many other completed, in-process, or 
planned actions have addressed or will address

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many of the issues involved. The FAA has determined that all unresolved 
issues should be included in more recent actions dealing with the 
specific sections of the regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/03/83                    48 FR 45214
NPRM Comment Period End         12/02/83
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. 23781. Project Number: ARM-81-128R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 10/03/83, 48 FR 45214

Agency Contact: Linda L. Williams, Office of Rulemaking, ARM-100, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9685

RIN: 2120-AA50
_______________________________________________________________________




2172. IFR ALTITUDES; MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44514; 49 USC 
44719; 49 USC 44721; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 40114

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 95

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This is a nonsignificant body of regulations which prescribes 
altitudes for the operation of aircraft under instrument flight rules 
(IFR) on Federal airways, jet routes, area navigation low or high 
routes, or other direct routes for which a minimum en route IFR 
altitude is designated in 14 CFR part 95. In addition, mountainous 
areas and changeover points are designated. These regulations are an 
established body of technical requirements that are issued routinely 
and frequently to maintain operational efficiency. Total actions 
expected--300. 10/00/2000 - 10/00/2001.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael L. Henry, General Aviation and Commercial 
Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8212

Jennifer Abdul-Wali, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW, 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6322
Email: [email protected]

Don Pate, Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 6500 South MacArthur, 
Oklahoma City, OK 73125
Phone: 405 954-4161

RIN: 2120-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________




2173. AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 39

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA issues type certificates for ``products,'' which are 
aircraft, engines, propellers, and some appliances. The FAA issues a 
regulation called an ``Airworthiness Directive'' (AD) to address an 
unsafe condition in a type certificated product, if that unsafe 
condition is likely to exist or develop in products of the same type 
design. Part 39 of title 14 requires each operator of a product 
affected by an AD to comply with the terms of the AD, in order to 
operate that product; the AD may mandate operational limitations, 
maintenance, or alterations for the affected product. The vast majority 
of routine and frequent Airworthiness Directives are nonsignificant. 
Total actions expected-650. 10/00/2000 to 10/00/2001.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jack McGrath, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9580

RIN: 2120-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________




2174. STANDARD INSTRUMENT APPROACH PROCEDURES; MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 
USC 40120; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44514; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44719; 49 
USC 44721 to 44722; 49 USC 106(g)

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 97

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAP) provide for 
instrument letdown to airports in the United States. They are a 
nonsignificant body of regulations that are complex and technical in 
nature and require routine and frequent rulemaking to maintain 
efficiency. The FAA issues, revises, and cancels SIAPs by adopting 
amendments that are incorporated into 14 CFR part 97. Contemporaneously 
with publication in the Federal Register, the SIAPs are made available 
to the Aeronautical Charting and Cartography Office in the Department 
of Commerce and other publishers of aeronautical charts where they are 
published as approach procedure charts or ``approach plates.'' These 
charts are made available to the members of the aviation community for 
use by pilots in making instrument approaches. Total actions expected--
2,500. 10/00/2000 - 10/00/2001.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael L. Henry, General Aviation and Commercial

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Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8212

Don Pate, Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 6500 South MacArthur, 
Oklahoma City, OK 73125
Phone: 405 954-4161

RIN: 2120-AA65
_______________________________________________________________________




2175. AIRSPACE ACTIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40120; EO 10854

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 71; 14 CFR 73; 14 CFR 75

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This is a nonsignificant body of regulations which designates 
airspace areas, airways, routes, and reporting points to facilitate 
safe navigation. These regulations are technical in nature and are 
issued routinely and frequently to maintain operational efficiency. 
Total actions expected--400. 10/00/2000 through 10/00/2001.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Pat Crawford, Manager, Airspace Branch, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9255

RIN: 2120-AA66
_______________________________________________________________________




2176. +PART 145 REVIEW: REPAIR STATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 
44710; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 
49 USC 45301 to 45302; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 
USC 44702; 49 USC 44703

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 43; 14 CFR 65; 14 CFR 145

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA proposes to update and revise the regulations for 
repair stations. This action is necessary because many portions of the 
current repair station regulations do not reflect technical advances in 
aircraft maintenance practices or aircraft technology. The revisions 
would reorganize the repair station rules to reduce duplication of 
regulatory language and eliminate obsolete information. The proposal 
also would establish new requirements that relate to repair station 
ratings and classes, manual requirements, recordkeeping, and personnel. 
This rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Public Meetings       07/24/89                    54 FR 30866
Notice Correction               08/08/89                    54 FR 32563
NPRM                            06/21/99                    64 FR 33142
NPRM Comment Period End         10/19/99
NPRM Comment Period Extended    10/21/99                    64 FR 56708
NPRM Comment Period End         12/03/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-87-045R. This project was 
formerly entitled Review and Revision of Repair Station Requirements, 
and Repair Station and Repairmen Certification Rules.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 06/21/99, 64 FR 33142

Agency Contact: Richard Nowak, Aircraft Maintenance Division, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7228

RIN: 2120-AC38
_______________________________________________________________________




2177. +SOLE RADIO NAVIGATION SYSTEM; MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR CERTIFICATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 
44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 
44722; 49 USC 46306

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 30, 1989.

Abstract: The FAA is withdrawing a previously published Advance Notice 
of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) that proposed to establish minimum 
standards under which a radio navigation system may be certified as the 
sole radio navigation system required in an aircraft conducting 
Instrument Flight Rules en route and terminal area operations, 
including nonprecision approach, in controlled airspace of the United 
States. This rulemaking was considered to be significant because of a 
congressional mandate. However, the provision was repealed in 1994 as 
part of the recodification of Title 49. The provision was originally 
enacted as section 310(c) in FAA's 1987 Reauthorization bill, Pub. L. 
No. 100-123.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/22/90                     55 FR 2206
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/22/90
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-89-215R. This project was 
formerly entitled Sole Means Radio Navigation System.

Agency Contact: James Crowling, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-5215

Linda Valencia, Office of Civil Aviation Security Policy and Planning, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800

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Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8222

RIN: 2120-AD26
_______________________________________________________________________




2178. +REVISION OF PART 108, AIRCRAFT OPERATOR SECURITY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 40 USC 106(g); 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40119; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44901 to 44905; 49 
USC 44907; 49 USC 44913 to 44914; 49 USC 44932; 49 USC 44935 to 44936; 
49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend part 108 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations to incorporate new requirements in response to worldwide 
terrorist activity. This rulemaking is considered significant because 
of its safety implications and substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/01/97                    62 FR 41730
Notice of Public Meeting        09/15/97                    62 FR 48190
NPRM Comment Period End         12/01/97
Notice of Public Meeting        04/21/98                    63 FR 19691
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/10/99                    64 FR 43322
Comment Period End              09/24/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ACS-87-107R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 08/01/97, 62 FR 41730

Agency Contact: Karl Schrum, Office of Civil Aviation Security, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3946

RIN: 2120-AD45
_______________________________________________________________________




2179. +REVISION OF PART 107, AIRPORT SECURITY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40119; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44706; 49 USC 44901 to 44905; 49 
USC 44907; 49 USC 44913 to 44914; 49 USC 44932; 49 USC 44935 to 44936; 
49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 107

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend part 107 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations to incorporate new requirements in response to the 
worldwide terrorist activity. This rulemaking is considered significant 
because of its safety implications and substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/01/97                    62 FR 41760
Notice of Public Meeting        09/15/97                    62 FR 48190
NPRM Comment Period End         12/01/97
Comment Period End 6/26/98      04/21/98                    63 FR 19691
Notice of Public Meeting        04/21/98                    63 FR 19691
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/10/99                    64 FR 43321
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ACS-87-106R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 08/01/97, 62 FR 41760

Agency Contact: Bob Cammaroto, Office of Civil Aviation Security, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8553

RIN: 2120-AD46
_______________________________________________________________________




2180. +AGING AIRCRAFT SAFETY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40104 to 40105; 49 USC 40113; 49 
USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 
44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 
USC 44722; 49 USC 44901 to 44904; 49 USC 44906

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 129; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 
183

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, April 24, 1992, Action must be 
initiated by 04/24/92 per Aging Aircraft Safety Act of 1991.

Abstract: On October 5, 1993, the FAA published an NPRM that proposed 
to require air carriers of certain aircraft used in air transportation 
to demonstrate that the aircraft's maintenance has been adequate to 
ensure the highest degree of safety. After further review, and taking 
into consideration public comments to the NPRM, the FAA withdrew that 
NPRM. On March 19, 1999, the FAA issued a new NPRM that would ensure 
the continuing airworthiness of the most significant aging airplanes 
operating in air transportation by mandating aging aircraft records 
reviews and inspections for certain air carriers and certain aircraft 
and also by applying modern damage-tolerance analyses and inspection 
techniques to older airplane structures that were certificated before 
such techniques were available. The comment period closed on October 
18, 1999, This rulemaking is significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/05/93                    58 FR 51944
NPRM Comment Period End         02/02/94
Comment Period End 3/4/94       02/08/94                     59 FR 5741
NPRM                            04/02/99                    64 FR 16298
NPRM Comment Period End         08/02/99
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/18/99                    64 FR 45090
Comment Period End              10/08/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number AFS-92-029R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 04/02/99, 64 FR 16298

Agency Contact: Frederick Sobeck, Aircraft Maintenance Division, Flight 
Standards Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation

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Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7355

RIN: 2120-AE42
_______________________________________________________________________




2181. AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR BEACON SYSTEM AND MODE S TRANSPONDER 
REQUIREMENTS IN THE NATIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 
44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the Mode S transponder requirement 
for all aircraft operating under part 135 and certain aircraft 
operating under part 121 based on the expected availability of 
operational capabilities of Mode S ground sensors. For part 121 
operators, the action would affect only those aircraft not required to 
have Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System II. An aviation 
rulemaking advisory committee has recommended that the FAA conduct a 
study of the installed Mode S ground sensor to determine the extent of 
the benefits derived and the costs involved in equipage. This action is 
a relieving action made necessary by the fact that ground sensors are 
not in place to support the requirement. Further, FAA is studying the 
need for Mode S transponders in part 135 and certain part 121 
operations in light of the fact that transponders may not substantially 
increase ATC ability to view air traffic.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/23/96                    61 FR 26036
NPRM Correction                 06/17/96                    61 FR 30551
NPRM Comment Period End         07/22/96
Final Action                    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-92-297R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 05/23/96, 61 FR 26036

Agency Contact: Daniel V. Meier, Jr., Flight Standards Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3749

RIN: 2120-AE81
_______________________________________________________________________




2182. FLIGHT ATTENDANT ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40119; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 
49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 
44715; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA has reviewed the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory 
Committee recommendation to proceed with this rulemaking. The FAA has 
determined that it would be most appropriate to address the flight 
attendant English language issue in the overall context of crew 
training. Therefore, because the FAA will incorporate the flight 
attendant English language issue into the proposed revision of part 121 
subpart N and O notice of proposed rulemaking, this rulemaking entry 
will be withdrawn.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/18/94                    59 FR 18456
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/18/94
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-745A

Agency Contact: Cindy Nordlie, Office of Rulemaking, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7627

RIN: 2120-AE98
_______________________________________________________________________




2183. +REVISED ACCESS TO TYPE III EXITS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44704; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 
44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would adjust requirements for access to type III 
emergency exits in transport category airplanes with 60 or more 
passenger seats. The adjustments would reflect new data from tests 
conducted at the FAA's Civil Aeromedical Institute and are intended to 
improve the ability of occupants to evacuate an airplane under 
emergency conditions. This rulemaking is considered significant because 
of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/30/95                     60 FR 5794
NPRM Comment Period End         05/01/95
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-93-005R.

Agency Contact: Mahinder K. Wahi, Transport Airplane Directorate, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, VA 98055
Phone: 425 227-2142

RIN: 2120-AF01
_______________________________________________________________________




2184. +FLIGHT OPERATIONAL QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 
USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 
44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 
USC 44912; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

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Abstract: The FAA proposes to codify an FAA policy encouraging the 
voluntary implementation of Flight Operational Quality Assurance (FOQA) 
programs for the routine analysis of flight data generated during line 
operations that reveal situations which require corrective action to 
prevent safety problems. The rule would also clarify the circumstances 
under which information obtained from voluntary FOQA programs could be 
used in enforcement actions against air carriers, commercial operators, 
or airmen. The rule would require air carriers participating in FOQA 
program to submit aggregate FOQA data to the FAA for use in monitoring 
safety trends. Under the proposed rule, the FAA may use aggregate FOQA 
data as a basis to promulgate safety rulemakings or to address 
situations calling for remedial enforcement action, e.g., a lack of 
qualification on the part of an operator or aircraft. This rulemaking 
is significant because of substantial public interest.

Statement of Need: The primary purpose of a FOQA program is the 
enhancement of safety. It involves the routine analysis of line 
operational data to reveal situations that require corrective action 
and to enable early action before problems occur. Data is collected and 
aggregated from numerous operations, which is of more value than the 
assessment of a single situation or event. A secondary benefit of FOQA 
is a cost savings to the carriers. The collection of aggregated data 
may point to certain inefficiencies in operations, such as fuel 
management.

Summary of Legal Basis: The FAA has broad authority and responsibility 
to regulate the operation of aircraft and the use of the airspace and 
to establish safety standards for and regulate the certification of 
airmen, aircraft, and air carriers. Additionally, on April 5, 2000, the 
President signed the Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act 
for the 21st Century. Section 510 of the Act requires the Administrator 
to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking proposing ``Flight Operations 
Quality Assurance Rules.'' The proposed rules in this NPRM respond to 
section 510 and provide safeguards that will ensure that aviation 
safety is not compromised.

Alternatives: One alternative is not to propose such a program. This, 
however, would mean that the FAA would not be able to collect valuable 
data that could lead to correction or prevention of safety problems. 
Another alternative is to obtain the data by other than voluntary 
means, e.g., monitoring of flight data recorders. This alternative is 
less desirable since it could lead to an atmosphere of mistrust between 
the carriers and the FAA. One benefit of FOQA is a communicative and 
share interest in safety.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The FAA has determined that the costs 
associated with this rulemaking would be minimal.

Risks: The costs associated with this rulemaking would be minimal.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Policy Statement                12/07/98                    63 FR 67505
NPRM                            07/05/00                    65 FR 41528
NPRM Comment Period End         10/03/00
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-154R

Agency Contact: Dan Meier, Flight Standards Service, Regulations 
Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3789

RIN: 2120-AF04
_______________________________________________________________________




2185. LOS ANGELES, CA, CLASS B AIRSPACE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40120; EO 10854

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA is withdrawing a previously published Notice of 
Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that proposed to alter the Los Angeles, CA, 
Class B airspace area. The proposal would have lowered certain ceilings 
while raising others to provide more visual flight rules altitudes to 
circumnavigate the Los Angeles Class B airspace and to provide for 
better containment of arriving turbojets. This action will be handled 
as a routine airspace action.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/22/94                    59 FR 60244
NPRM Comment Period End         01/23/95
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ATP-94-035T RIN 2120-AF38 was 
inadvertently used when this rulemaking was published in the Federal 
Register on November 22, 1994. The correct RIN is 2120-AF16.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 11/22/94, 59 FR 60244

Agency Contact: William Nelson, Airspace and Obstruction Evaluation 
Branch, Air Traffic Rules and Procedures Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9295

RIN: 2120-AF16
_______________________________________________________________________




2186. REVISION OF HYDRAULICS SYSTEMS AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS TO 
HARMONIZE WITH EUROPEAN AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS FOR TRANSPORT CATEGORY 
AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice proposes to amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes to harmonize hydraulic systems design and 
test requirements with standards proposed for the European Joint 
Aviation Requirements. These proposals were developed in cooperation 
with the Joint Aviation Authorities of Europe and the US and European 
aviation industries through the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee 
(ARAC). These changes are intended to benefit the public interest by 
standardizing certain requirements,

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concepts, and procedures contained in the airworthiness standards 
without reducing and potentially enhancing the current level of safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/03/96                    61 FR 35056
Correction                      07/29/96                    61 FR 39515
Correction                      08/12/96                    61 FR 41924
NPRM Comment Period End         10/01/96
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-97-374A. This action is in 
response to an Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee recommendation.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 07/03/96, 61 FR 35056

Agency Contact: Mahinder K. Wahi, Transport Airplane Directorate, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, VA 98055
Phone: 425 227-2142

RIN: 2120-AF79
_______________________________________________________________________




2187. REVISED PRECISION APPROACH LANDING SYSTEMS POLICY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This statement announces the FAA's proposed policy for 
acquisition, installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of the 
instrument landing system (ILS) and the microwave landing system (MLS) 
during the transition to the global positioning system (GPS). The 
policy statement of December 1989 announced the transition from the ILS 
to the MLS for precision approach service in the National Airspace 
System. Since that time, advancement of GPS-based landing system 
technology has provided a more economical means of providing approach 
services.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Policy Statement                12/27/89                    54 FR 53231
Policy Statement                04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael Wedge, Airway Facilities Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7848

RIN: 2120-AG16
_______________________________________________________________________




2188. +FEES FOR FAA SERVICES FOR CERTAIN FLIGHTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 45301 to 45303; 49 USC 46101 to 46102; 49 USC 
46104; 49 USC 9701; 49 USC 106 (g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40104 to 
40105; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44701; 
49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44718

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 77; 14 CFR 187

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Pursuant to the 1996 FAA Reauthorization Act, the FAA is 
issuing another interim rule to establish fees and collection 
procedures for FAA air traffic and related services provided to certain 
aircraft that transit U.S.-controlled airspace but neither take off 
from, nor land in, the United States. Previously, the FAA issued an 
Interim Final Rule that was remanded back to FAA by the United States 
Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. That Interim Final Rule 
was withdrawn by the Final Rule issued on July 24, l998. The new 
Interim Final Rule complies with the Court's decision. This action is 
significant because of substantial public and congressional interest. A 
Final rule is expected to be issued by early June 2001, responding to 
public comments on a December 2000 interim final rule and adjusting the 
fees to reflect revised FY 99 cost data.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/20/97                    62 FR 13496
Correction                      04/29/97                    62 FR 23295
Correction                      05/05/97                    62 FR 24552
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/19/97
Comment Period End              07/18/97
Interim Final Rule              10/02/97                    62 FR 51736
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/02/97
Interim Final Rule              07/24/98                    63 FR 40000
Interim Final Rule              06/06/00                    65 FR 36002
Interim Final Rule Effective    08/01/00
Comment Period End              10/04/00
Interim Final Rule; Extension of 
Comment Period                  10/06/00                    65 FR 59713
Interim Final Rule; Extension of 
Comment Period                  10/27/00                    65 FR 64401
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/27/00
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/26/00
Final Rule                      06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: APO-96-172R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 03/20/97, 62 FR 13496
 Regulatory Evaluation, 06/06/00, 65 FR 36002

Agency Contact: Tim Lawler, Office of Aviation Policy and Plans, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7052

Randy Fiertz, Office of Cost and Performance Management, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7140
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2120-AG17
_______________________________________________________________________




2189. +PROTECTION OF VOLUNTARILY SUBMITTED INFORMATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

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Abstract: The Administrator has been tasked, under the Federal Aviation 
Reauthorization Act of 1996, to develop regulations to protect safety 
and security related information voluntarily disclosed by industry. The 
FAA is in the process of determining what voluntarily submitted 
information should be given protection under the statute. The FAA 
reopened the comment period. This rulemaking is significant because of 
substantial industry interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/26/99                    64 FR 40472
NPRM Comment Period End         09/24/99
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    10/05/99                    64 FR 53958
Comment Period End              11/04/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ARM-97-040R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 07/26/99, 64 FR 40472.

Agency Contact: Mardi Thompson, Regulations Division, Office of the 
Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3073

RIN: 2120-AG36
_______________________________________________________________________




2190. +SCREENING OF CHECKED BAGGAGE ON FLIGHTS WITHIN THE UNITED STATES

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL 
104-4.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40119; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44901 to 44905; 49 
USC 44907; 49 USC 44913 to 44914; 49 USC 44932; 49 USC 44935 to 44936; 
49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA is proposing the screening or bag matching of 
passenger checked baggage on domestic flights by utilizing an FAA-
approved Computer Assisted Passenger Screening (CAPS) system. This is 
in response to a recommendation from the White House Commission on 
Aviation Safety and Security (The Commission) ``Final Report to 
President Clinton.'' The Commission recommended that one of the steps 
that should be taken to improve airline passenger security is the 
implementation by the FAA of a computerized system for profiling 
airline passengers flying out of airports located in the United States. 
This rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/19/99                    64 FR 19220
Correction                      05/03/99                    64 FR 23554
Correction                      05/28/99                    64 FR 28945
Comment Period Extended         06/11/99                    64 FR 31686
NPRM Comment Period End         06/18/99
Comment Period End              08/17/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lon M. Siro, Civil Aviation Security Office of Policy 
and Planning, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3414

RIN: 2120-AG51
_______________________________________________________________________




2191. PARACHUTE OPERATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44701 to 
44702; 49 USC 44721

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 105

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will clarify and update the Federal Aviation 
Regulations by defining terms applicable to parachute operations and 
issues concerning coordinating parachute operations with air traffic 
control, tandem parachute operations, and packing and equipment 
requirements for foreign parachutists when parachuting in the United 
States. Also, this action is necessary to reflect recent airspace 
reclassification and parachuting equipment applications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/13/99                    64 FR 18302
NPRM Comment Period End         07/12/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ATA-91-202R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 04/13/99, 64 FR 18302.

Agency Contact: Ellen Crum, Air Traffic Rules Procedures Branch, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8783

RIN: 2120-AG52
_______________________________________________________________________




2192. +POLICY REGARDING AIRPORT RATES AND CHARGES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 47129

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A statement of policy, Policy Regarding Airport Rates and 
Charges (Policy Statement), which was required by Congress as part of 
the DOT Authorization Act of 1994, was published in the Federal 
Register (61 FR 31994) on June 21, 1996. That Policy Statement 
announced DOT and FAA policy on the fees charged by Federally assisted 
airports to air carriers and other aeronautical users. This proposed 
action requests comments on replacement provisions for the portions of 
the Policy Statement vacated by the United States Court of Appeals for 
the District of Columbia Circuit. The Court disallowed a portion of the 
policy that had to do with historic cost valuation of airport property. 
DOT and FAA are beginning this proceeding in order to carry out their 
responsibility to establish reasonableness guidelines for airport fees. 
This policy is significant due to substantial industry interest.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Advance Notice of Proposed 
Policy                          08/12/98                    63 FR 43228
Comment Period End              10/13/98
Comment Period Extended         12/22/98                    63 FR 70834
Comment Period End              01/31/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Cite per reference in Abstract paragraph, 
United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit in 
Air Transport Association of America v. Department of Transportation, 
119 F.3d 38 (D.C. Cir. 1997), as modified on rehearing, Order of Oct. 
15, 1997. Previous RIN for the Policy Statement published in the 
Federal Register is 2120-AF90.

Agency Contact: Barry Molar, Manager, Airport Compliance Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3446

RIN: 2120-AG58
_______________________________________________________________________




2193. +TRANSPORT AIRPLANE FLEET FUEL TANK IGNITION SOURCE REVIEW; 
FLAMMABILITY REDUCTION, AND MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7572; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40105; 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 
49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 45303

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will require type certificate holders of certain 
turbojet and turbofan-powered transport category airplanes to conduct a 
design review of fuel tank systems and develop fuel system inspection 
and maintenance instructions. It will also allow a certificate holder 
to submit documentation that the type design of the fuel system of a 
previously certificated airplane precludes existence of ignition 
sources within the airplane's fuel tanks. This action is significant 
because of substantial public interest in the prevention of fire and 
explosion in airplane fuel tanks.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/29/99                    64 FR 58644
NPRM Comment Period End         01/27/00
Correction                      02/03/00                     65 FR 5024
Reopen NPRM Comment Period      02/16/00                     65 FR 8006
NPRM Comment Period End         03/27/00
Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-98-158R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 05/00/2001

Agency Contact: Mike Dostert, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, 
WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2132

RIN: 2120-AG62
_______________________________________________________________________




2194. REVISED LANDING GEAR SHOCK ABSORPTION TEST REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44718; 49 USC 46101 to 46102; 49 USC 46104; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the landing gear shock absorption 
test requirements for transport category airplanes to be consistent 
with other requirements, to reflect modern technology and to achieve 
common requirements and language between the Federal aviation 
requirements and the European joint aviation requirements without 
reducing the level of safety provided by the regulations and industry 
practices.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/18/99                    64 FR 32978
NPRM Comment Period End         10/18/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-98-182A.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 06/18/99, 64 FR 32978

Agency Contact: James Haynes, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Rind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055
Phone: 425 227-2131

RIN: 2120-AG72
_______________________________________________________________________




2195. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR LICENSED REENTRY 
ACTIVITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 2601

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 450

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule establishes financial responsibility requirements 
covering risks associated with the licensed reentry of a reentry 
vehicle. This action will provide general rules for demonstrating 
compliance with insurance requirements and implementing statutory-based 
Government/industry risk-sharing provisions in manner comparable to 
that currently utilized for commercial launches.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/06/99                    64 FR 54447
NPRM Comment Period End         12/06/99
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    12/13/99                    64 FR 69628
Comment Period End              01/21/00
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AST-99-055R.
This rulemaking has been downgraded to Nonsignificant because the

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Congressional interest has been adequately addressed by formalizing 
current practice (Financial Responsibility Requirements for Licensed 
Launch Activities) that resulted in little or no additional cost to the 
industry.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 10/06/99, 64 FR 54447

Agency Contact: Esta Rosenberg, Office of the Chief Counsel, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9306

RIN: 2120-AG76
_______________________________________________________________________




2196. REVISION OF BRAKING SYSTEMS AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS TO HARMONIZE 
WITH EUROPEAN AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS FOR TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44702; 49 USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to revise the airworthiness standards 
for transport category airplanes to harmonize braking systems design 
and test requirements with standards proposed for the European Joint 
Aviation Requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/10/99                    64 FR 43570
Correction                      08/20/99                    64 FR 45589
NPRM Comment Period End         11/08/99
SNPRM                           12/18/00                    65 FR 79278
SNPRM Comment Period End        02/16/01
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-98-302A.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 08/10/99, 64 FR 43570

Agency Contact: Mahinder K. Wahi, Transport Airplane Directorate, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, VA 98055
Phone: 425 227-2142

RIN: 2120-AG80
_______________________________________________________________________




2197. +CERTIFICATION OF SCREENING COMPANIES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 5103; 49 USC 40104 to 40105; 49 
USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 
44707; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901 
to 44905; 49 USC 44906; 49 USC 44907; 49 USC 44913 to 44914

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 108; 14 CFR 109; 14 CFR 111; 14 CFR 129

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will require that all companies that perform 
aviation security screening be certificated by the FAA and meet 
enhanced requirements. This action is in response to a recommendation 
by the White House Commission on Aviation Safety and Security and to a 
Congressional mandate in the Federal Aviation Reauthorization Act of 
1996. The action is intended to improve the screening of passengers, 
accessible property, checked baggage, and cargo, and to provide 
standards for consistent high performance and increased accountability 
of screening companies. This rulemaking is significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/05/00                      65 FR 560
NPRM Comment Period End         04/04/00
Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ACP-98-299R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 01/05/2000, 65 FR 560

Agency Contact: Scott Cummings, Office of Civil Aviation Security 
Policy and Planning, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9468

RIN: 2120-AG84
_______________________________________________________________________




2198. +REVISIONS TO DIGITAL FLIGHT DATA RECORDER REGULATIONS FOR B-737 
AIRPLANES AND FOR PART 125 OPERATORS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA proposes to amend the digital flight data recorder 
rules for transport category airplanes to add a requirement for all 
Boeing 737 (B-737) series airplanes to record additional flight data 
parameters. This amendment is based on safety recommendations issued by 
the National Transportation Safety Board following the investigation of 
the 1994 USAir Flight 427 accident. This rulemaking is significant 
because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/18/99                    64 FR 63139
NPRM Comment Period End         12/20/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AIR-99-272R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 11/18/99, 64 FR 63139

Agency Contact: George Kaseote, Policy and Procedures Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8541

RIN: 2120-AG87

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2199. +EMERGENCY MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action responds to the Aviation Medical Assistance Act 
of 1998 (49 USC 44701) by proposing that large, passenger-carrying air 
carrier operators carry automatic external defibrillators and augment 
currently required emergency medical kits. If adopted, additional 
training for crewmembers on the use of this equipment would be 
required. The intent of this proposal is to better equip crewmembers, 
and those qualified to assist them, for responding to in-flight medical 
events. This action is significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/24/00                    65 FR 33720
NPRM Comment Period End         09/21/00
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project No: AAM-98-234R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 12/00/01

Agency Contact: Judi Citrenbaum, Office of Aviation Medicine, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9689

RIN: 2120-AG89
_______________________________________________________________________




2200. +IMPROVED FLAMMABILITY STANDARDS FOR THERMAL/ACOUSTIC INSULATION 
MATERIALS USED IN TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 
44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to adopt new flammability standards that 
specifically address flame propagation and entry of an external fire 
into the airplane (burnthrough) under realistic fire scenarios. The 
proposed standards are intended to reduce the incidence and severity of 
cabin fires, particularly those ignited in inaccessible areas where 
thermal/acoustic insulation materials are typically installed. Also the 
proposed standards would provide an increased level of safety with 
respect to post-crash fires by delaying the entry of such a fire into 
the cabin, thereby providing additional time for evacuation and 
enhancing survivability. The new standards would apply to new type 
designs, and newly manufactured airplanes entering parts 91, 121, 125, 
and 135 service. This action is significant because of substantial 
public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/20/00                    65 FR 56992
NPRM Comment Period End         01/18/01
Final Rule                      04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-99-086R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 04/00/01

Agency Contact: Jeff Gardlin, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2136

RIN: 2120-AG91
_______________________________________________________________________




2201. +CERTIFICATION PROCEDURES FOR PRODUCTS AND PARTS (SECTION 610 
REVIEW)

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

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7572; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 
40103; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44110; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 
44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 
44715

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA intends to conduct a 610 review (a review under 
section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act) of this part and RIN 
2120-AG93 has been added to the Agenda to reflect this review. The FAA 
carries out its responsibility to promote safety of flight of civil 
aircraft in air commerce by prescribing minimum standards governing the 
design and construction of aircraft, aircraft engines and propellers 
and appliances as may be required in the interest of safety. The FAA 
has established procedural requirements in 14 CFR part 21 for the 
issuance of the following certificates and approvals: (1) type 
certificates and changes to type certificates; (2) production 
certificates; (3) airworthiness certificates; (4) export airworthiness 
certificates and approvals; and (5) approvals of certain materials, 
parts processes and appliances produced for sale or installation on a 
type certificated product. Also contained in this part are the rules 
governing the holders of certificates. In order to be issued a type 
certificate, the applicant must show that the product complies with the 
airworthiness standards for the product (aircraft, aircraft engine, or 
propeller). The airworthiness standards are amended as needed to 
reflect continually changing technology, correct design deficiencies, 
and provide safety enhancements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Review To Be Completed          04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Paul Larson, Office of Aviation Policy and Plans, 
Department

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of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3296

RIN: 2120-AG93
_______________________________________________________________________




2202. +CERTIFICATION OF AIRPORTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44706; 49 USC 44709 to 40711; 49 USC 44713; 49 
USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44719; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 139

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to revise the current airport 
certification regulation and to establish certification requirements 
for airports serving scheduled air carrier operations in aircraft with 
10-30 seats. In addition, changes are proposed to address National 
Transportation Safety Board recommendations and petitions for 
exemptions and rulemaking. A section of an air carrier operation 
regulation also would be amended to conform with proposed changes to 
airport certification requirements. The FAA believes that these 
proposed revisions are necessary to ensure safety in air transportation 
and to provide a comparable level of safety at all certificated 
airports. This action is significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Statement of Need: The last major revision to the airport certification 
regulation occurred in 1987, and since then, industry practices, and 
technology have changed. To respond to such changes, the FAA is 
proposing to revise the regulation to clarify and update several 
requirements. Additionally, with the passage of the 1996 FAA 
Reauthorization Act, Congress provided the FAA the necessary authority 
to certificate airports serving scheduled air carrier operations with 
10 to 30 seat aircraft, except in the State of Alaska (in addition to 
existing authority to regulate airports serving air carrier operations 
using aircraft with more than 30 seats). To achieve a comparable level 
of safety at all covered airports, FAA now proposes to exercise this 
authority and amend the regulation to incorporate airports serving 
smaller air carrier aircraft into the FAA's airport certification 
program. Also, the 2000 FAA Reauthorization Act (P.L. 106-181) mandates 
publication of the NPRM within 60 days of the Act's enactment; and 
publication of the final rule within one year of the close of comment 
period for airports serving smaller air carrier aircraft.

Summary of Legal Basis: FAA has general and specific authority to 
regulate airports as set out in 49 USC 106(g) and 44701.

Alternatives: The FAA has considered several alternative approaches to 
this proposed rulemaking and has attempted to minimize the potential 
economic impact of the proposal, especially the impact on small 
entities. In addition, this action fulfills the FAA's responsiblilty to 
meet deadlines established by Congress to certificate airports serving 
scheduled air carrier operations with 10-30 seat aircraft, except for 
the State of Alaska. The FAA considered alternatives based on two 
issues. Issue 1 was the revision of 14 CFR 139, and Issue 2 was the 
certification of airports serving scheduled operations of small air 
carrier aircraft with 10-30 passenger seats. The FAA determined that it 
was necessary to revise 14 CFR 139 and that the revised part 139 should 
include the certification of airports serving scheduled air carrier 
operations with 10-30 passenger seat aircraft.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: Most of the costs of this proposed rule 
are associated with the proposed improvements to safety and operational 
requirements. Most of these costs result from the expansion of ARFF 
services. The present value of the total cost of the rule over a 10-
year period is approximately $46 million, which includes training, 
additional emergency response protection, wildlife management, and an 
updated airport certification manual that better reflects current best 
practices. With the tremendous cost of aviation accidents, the proposed 
rule provides the potential for enhanced safety for a reasonable cost. 
The expected benefit of this proposed rule is an enhanced level of 
safety resulting in reduced fatalities, injuries, and property damage 
at airports with scheduled air carrier operations, particularly 
operations in aircraft configured with 10 to 30 passenger seats. The 
cost of a single accident of a 30-seat scheduled passenger aircraft is 
greater than the total cost of the proposal. Other benefits of this 
proposal include provisions for snow and ice control, wildlife 
management, and training.

Risks: The purpose of this rulemaking is to expand and enhance the 
safety benefits of the current regulation by providing, to the extent 
possible, a comparable level of safety at all airports used by air 
carriers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/21/00                    65 FR 38636
Correction                      08/21/00                    65 FR 50669
NPRM Comment Period Extended    08/22/00                    65 FR 50945
NPRM Comment Period End         09/19/00
NPRM Comment Period End         11/03/00
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AAS-97-072R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 06/21/00

Agency Contact: Linda Bruce, Office of Civil Aviation Security, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8553

RIN: 2120-AG96
_______________________________________________________________________




2203. SPECIAL FLIGHT RULES IN THE VICINITY OF GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 
44704; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 
46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46502; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 
46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 48528 to 47531

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 93; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will further postpone the effective date for the 
flight-free zones, Special Flight Rules

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Area, and corridors portions of the December 31, 1996, Grand Canyon 
final rule until January 31, 2001. The FAA finds that this rule is 
needed so that it may issue new regulations that will substantially 
restore natural quiet to the Grand Canyon National Park.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule Effective            01/31/00
Final Rule; Request for Comments02/03/00                     65 FR 5396
Comment Period End              03/06/00
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Reginald C. Matthews, Office of Air Traffic Airspace 
Management, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8783

RIN: 2120-AG97
_______________________________________________________________________




2204. NOISE CERTIFICATION STANDARDS FOR SUBSONIC JET AIRPLANES AND 
SUBSONIC TRANSPORT CATEGORY LARGE AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 
to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44715

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes changes to the noise certification 
standards for subsonic jet airplanes and subsonic transport category 
large airplanes. These proposed changes are based on the joint effort 
of the FAA, the European Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA), and Aviation 
Rulemaking Advisory Committee (ARAC), to harmonize the U.S. noise 
certification regulations and the European Joint Aviation Requirements 
for subsonic jet airplanes and subsonic transport category large 
airplanes. These proposed changes would provide nearly uniform noise 
certifications standards for airplanes certificated in the U.S. and in 
the JAA countries. The harmonization of the noise certification 
standards would simplify airworthiness approvals for import and export 
purposes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/11/00                    65 FR 42796
NPRM Comment Period End         10/10/00
Final Action                    02/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James Skalecky, Office of Environment and Energy, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration
Phone: 202 267-3699

RIN: 2120-AH03
_______________________________________________________________________




2205. NOISE CERTIFICATION REGULATIONS FOR HELICOPTERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 
to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44715; PL 96-193; EO 11514

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal is based on a joint effort by the FAA, the 
European Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA), and the Aviation Rulemaking 
Advisory Committee (ARAC) to harmonize the U.S. noise certification 
regulations and the European Joint Aviation Requirements (JAR) for 
helicopters. The proposed changes would provide nearly uniform noise 
certification standards for helicopters certificated in the U.S., the 
JAA countries, and other countries that have adopted as their national 
regulation either the U.S. regulations, the JAA regulations, or the 
International Civil Aviation Organization standards. The harmonization 
of the noise certification standards would simplify airworthiness 
approvals for import and export purposes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/05/00                    65 FR 59634
NPRM Comment Period End         01/04/01
Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AEE-94-367A.

Agency Contact: Sandy Liu, Office of Environment and Energy, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 493-4864

RIN: 2120-AH10
_______________________________________________________________________




2206.  SAFE DISPOSITION OF LIFE LIMITED AIRCRAFT PARTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 44109; 49 USC 
40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44101 to 44105; 49 USC 44107 to 44108; 49 USC 
44110 to 44111; 49 USC 44504; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44703; 49 USC 44705; 
49 USC 45302 to 45303; 49 USC 46104; 49 USC 46304; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 
47122

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 43; 14 CFR 45

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action responds to the Wendell H. Ford Aviation 
Investment and Reform Act for the 21st Century by proposing that all 
persons who remove any life-limited aircraft part be required to have a 
method to prevent the installation of that part that has reached its 
life limit. Current regulations do not adequately control the 
disposition of life-limited parts. This action would reduce the risk of 
life-limited parts from being used beyond their life limits. This 
proposal would also require that manufacturers of the parts provide 
marking instructions, when requested.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/02/00                    65 FR 58879
NPRM Comment Period End         01/30/01
Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Regulatory Evaluation 05/00/01.

Agency Contact: Al Michaels, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation

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Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7501

RIN: 2120-AH11
_______________________________________________________________________




2207.  REDUCED VERTICAL SEPARATION MINIMUM IN THE WEST ATLANTIC 
ROUTE SYSTEM AIRSPACE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 
44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 
44722; 49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 46502; 49 USC 
46504; 49 USC 46506 to 46507; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 
to 47531

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend airspace rules where Reduced 
Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) may be applied to include the West 
Atlantic Route System (WATRS) airspace. RVSM is the reduction of the 
vertical separation of aircraft from 2,000 feet to 1,000 feet at flight 
levels (FLs) between FL 290 (29,000 feet) and FL 410 (41,000 feet). 
RVSM is applied only between aircraft that meet stringent altimeter and 
autopilot performance requirements. RVSM is currently applied in North 
Atlantic (NAT) Minimum Navigation Performance Specifications (MNPS) and 
Pacific airspace.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/18/00                    65 FR 79284
NPRM Comment Period End         02/16/01
Final Action                    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Regulatory Evaluation 012/18/00.

Agency Contact: Dave Maloy, Flight Technologies and Procedures 
Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW,, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 860 654-1006

RIN: 2120-AH12
_______________________________________________________________________




2208.  TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 
USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 
45301 to 45302

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to add a new temporary flight 
restriction regulation to address the management of aircraft operations 
in the vicinity of aerial demonstrations or major sporting events. In 
addition, this action proposes to change the title of the regulation 
used to manage aircraft operations near hazard or disaster areas. The 
FAA is proposing these actions to enhance the safe and efficient use of 
airspace and to prevent any unsafe congestion of sightseeing and other 
aircraft operations in the vicinity of hazard areas, disaster areas, 
aerial demonstrations or major sporting events.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/16/00                    65 FR 69426
NPRM Comment Period End         01/16/01
Final Action                    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Edgett Baron, Office of Air Traffic Airspace 
Management, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9354

RIN: 2120-AH13
_______________________________________________________________________




2209.  CIVIL PENALTY INFLATION ADJUSTMENT REVISIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44103 to 
44106; 49 USC 44702 to 44703; 49 USC 44709 to 44710; 49 USC 44713; 49 
USC 46101 to 46110; 49 USC 46301 to 46316; 49 USC 46501 to 46502; 49 
USC 46504 to 46507; 49 USC 47106; 49 USC 47111; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 
47306; 49 USC 47531 to 47532

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action adjusts for inflation the amount of each 
statutory civil penalty subject to the Federal Aviation 
Administration's jurisdiction. This action is issued as a final rule 
without prior notice and comment because the changes are administrative 
and required by statute. Also, the immediate adoption of these changes 
is in the public interest and is necessary for the agency to properly 
execute its functions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Edgett Baron, Office of Air Traffic Airspace 
Management, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9354

Joyce Redos, Regulations Division, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, 
Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7158

RIN: 2120-AH21
_______________________________________________________________________




2210.  SECURITY CONTROL OF AIR TRAFFIC

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 
40106; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44721

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 99

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action modifies regulations governing security control 
of air traffic. Specifically, this action revises the boundaries of the 
contiguous United States and Alaska air defense identification zones 
and amends flight plan and communications requirements for those pilots 
planning flight into, within, or

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out of any of these zones. This action conforms FAA regulations with 
Presidential Proclamation No. 5928, supports the Department of Defense 
in accomplishing its National defense and drug interdiction missions, 
and assists law enforcement agencies in their efforts to stop the 
transportation of illegal drugs by aircraft.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ATA-95-294R.

Sectors Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sheri Edgett Baron, Office of Air Traffic Airspace 
Management, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9354

RIN: 2120-AH25
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2211. +FUEL SYSTEM VENT FIRE PROTECTION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 
to 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716 to 
44717; 49 USC 44721; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes to require fuel vent system protection 
during post-crash ground fires. This proposed rule would apply to air 
carriers, air taxi operators, and commercial operators of transport 
category airplanes, as well as the manufacturers of such airplanes. 
This action is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest and the safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/26/84                    49 FR 38078
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/25/85
NPRM                            02/02/95                     60 FR 6632
NPRM Comment Period End         06/02/95


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket 24251. Formerly entitled Implementation 
of SAFER Propulsion System Recommendations. Project Number: ANM-82-
050R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 02/02/95, 60 FR 6632

Agency Contact: Mike McRae, Airframe and Propulsion Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, 
WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2133

RIN: 2120-AA49
_______________________________________________________________________




2212. AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS; CRASH-RESISTANT FUEL SYSTEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 40 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes changes to the airworthiness standards 
to improve the crash resistance of fuel systems on normal, utility, 
acrobatic, and commuter category airplanes. The FAA has determined that 
improved crash resistance of these fuel systems is necessary to prevent 
deaths and injuries due to fire in survivable crashes. The proposed 
design changes would limit fuel spillage near ignition sources and 
would provide additional time for the survivors to evacuate the 
airplane.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/05/85                     50 FR 8948
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/03/85
NPRM                            02/28/90                     55 FR 7280
NPRM Comment Period End         06/28/90


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Formerly titled ``Amend Part 23 To Include 
Requirements for Crash-Resistant Fuel Systems.'' Project Number: ACE-
82-005R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 02/28/90, 55 FR 7280

Agency Contact: Norman Vetter, Standards Office, Aircraft Certification 
Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
601 E. 12th Street, Kansas City, MO 64106
Phone: 816 426-5688

RIN: 2120-AA57
_______________________________________________________________________




2213. LOW FUEL QUANTITY ALERTING SYSTEM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes to require a means to alert the flight 
crew of potentially unsafe low fuel quantities. There have been several 
fuel depletion incidents involving loss of power or thrust on all 
engines that could have resulted in forced landings and injury or loss 
of life. Most of these incidents resulted from improper fuel management 
techniques. This proposed amendment would require new transport 
category airplane designs to incorporate a low fuel quantity alert 
system that would allow for correction of certain fuel

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management errors or provide the flight crew the opportunity to make a 
safe landing prior to engine fuel starvation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/12/87                    52 FR 17890
NPRM Comment Period End         09/09/87


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. 25213. Project Number: ANM-83-039R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 05/12/87, 52 FR 17890

Agency Contact: Neil Schalekamp, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue 
SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2112

RIN: 2120-AB46
_______________________________________________________________________




2214. AIRCRAFT ENGINES: FUEL AND INDUCTION SYSTEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 33

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would add a new section 33.35(f) to the Federal 
Aviation Regulations which would incorporate a requirement for the fuel 
mixture and throttle controls to automatically move to a position 
allowing continued safe flight if either control becomes disconnected.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/28/86                     51 FR 7224
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/29/86
NPRM                            10/20/92                    57 FR 47934
NPRM Comment Period End         02/17/93


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANE-85-002R. Former title: 
Engine Fuel and Induction Systems.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 10/20/92, 57 FR 47934

Agency Contact: Locke Easton, Engine and Propeller Standards Staff, 
Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, New England Region, 12 New England Executive 
Park, Burlington, MA 01803
Phone: 617 273-7088

RIN: 2120-AB76
_______________________________________________________________________




2215. INSTALLATION OF CRASHWORTHY FUSELAGE FUEL TANKS AND FUEL LINES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, February 3, 1989.

Abstract: This preliminary action was initiated to determine the 
feasibility of installing, in all air carrier aircraft, crashworthy 
fuselage fuel tanks and fuselage fuel lines which are rupture resistant 
and which disconnect and seal in the event of an accident. This notice 
solicited public participation in identifying and selecting a 
regulatory course of action by inviting interested persons to submit 
specific comments and arguments concerning this proposed regulatory 
action. Originally this rulemaking was considered significant. However, 
because there is no substantial public interest, this rulemaking is no 
longer significant.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/02/89                    54 FR 18824
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/30/89


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-89-005R.

Agency Contact: Mike Dostert, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, 
WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2132

RIN: 2120-AC87
_______________________________________________________________________




2216. +DRUG ENFORCEMENT ASSISTANCE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 5121 to 5124; 49 USC 40113 to 
40114; 49 USC 44101 to 44108; 49 USC 44110 to 44111; 49 USC 44702 to 
44703; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44709 to 44710; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 46101 
to 46110; 49 USC 46301 to 46316; 49 USC 46501 to 46502; 49 USC 46504 to 
46507; 49 USC 47106; 49 USC 47111

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 13; 14 CFR 47

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 18, 1989.

Abstract: This action would revise certain requirements concerning 
registration of aircraft, certification of pilots, and penalties 
associated with registration and certification violations. This notice 
also announced new procedures for processing major repair and 
alteration forms which pertain to fuel system modifications. Actions 
announced in this notice respond to the FAA Drug Enforcement Assistance 
Act. The requirements and adopted procedures are intended to assist law 
enforcement agencies in their efforts to stop drug trafficking in 
general aviation aircraft. This rulemaking is significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/12/90                     55 FR 9270
NPRM Comment Period End         05/11/90


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project No. AFS-89-035R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 03/12/90, 55 FR 9270

Agency Contact: Sharon Ashford, Registry Modernization Staff, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 6500 
South MacArthur Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-4939
Phone: 405 954-7038

RIN: 2120-AD16

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_______________________________________________________________________




2217. AIRPLANE ENGINE COWLING RETENTION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes to require improved cowling retention 
devices. A review of a number of inflight incidents where engine 
cowlings were lost revealed that the largest single cause of such 
losses was improper latching of the cowlings. If adopted, this proposal 
would provide additional design standards to detect improperly latched 
cowlings and ensure the integrity of the latching system.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/19/89                    54 FR 38610
NPRM Comment Period End         03/19/90


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-87-004R.

Agency Contact: Mike McRae, Airframe and Propulsion Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, 
WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2133

RIN: 2120-AD34
_______________________________________________________________________




2218. 1-G STALLING SPEED AS A BASIS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH PART 25 OF THE 
FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 
to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44715

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the Federal Aviation Regulations to 
redefine the airplane reference stalling speed as the 1-g stalling 
speed in lieu of the minimum stalling speed. It would: (1) provide for 
a consistent, repeatable reference stalling speed; (2) ensure 
consistent and dependable maneuvering margins; (3) clarify the 
requirement for the use of 1-g stalling speeds in determining 
structural design speeds; (4) increase the head-on gust structural 
design requirement; and (5) provide for adjusted multiplying factors to 
maintain essentially equivalent requirements in areas where the use of 
minimum stalling speed has proven adequate. These changes are needed 
since the stalling characteristics of modern jet transports as 
determined by current methods can result in inconsistent reference 
stalling speeds. These changes may result in a higher level of safety 
where current methods have resulted in artificially low reference 
stalling speeds.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/18/96                     61 FR 1260
Correction                      02/26/96                     61 FR 7157
NPRM Comment Period End         05/17/96


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-86-041R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 01/18/96, 61 FR 1260

Agency Contact: Don Stimson, Flight Test and Systems Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-1320

RIN: 2120-AD40
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2219. TYPE CERTIFICATES FOR SOME SURPLUS AIRCRAFT OF THE ARMED FORCES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7572; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40105; 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 
49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 45303

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Following World War II, a substantial number of surplus 
military airplanes were offered for sale to the public in order to meet 
an increased demand for civilian-use aircraft not being met by the 
civil aircraft industry. The current regulation permits both type and 
airworthiness certification for surplus military aircraft based on the 
particular aircraft's safety record and condition. As military aircraft 
have become increasingly complex and sophisticated, that practice is no 
longer acceptable. This action would remove the regulations for issuing 
type certificates for these surplus aircraft and eliminate references 
to obsolete standards. Surplus military aircraft would still be 
certificated in the normal, utility, acrobatic, commuter, transport, 
and restricted categories upon compliance with the applicable 
regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/21/94                    59 FR 19114
NPRM Comment Period End         06/20/94
Comment Period End 08/26/94     07/07/94                    59 FR 34779


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AIR-91-354R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 04/21/94, 59 FR 19114

Agency Contact: Brian Yanez, Policy and Procedures Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-6561

RIN: 2120-AE41
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2220. +AIRCRAFT GROUND DEICING AND ANTI-ICING PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105

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CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action establishes a requirement for part 121 
certificate holders to develop an FAA-approved ground deicing/anti-
icing program and to comply with that program any time conditions are 
such that frost, ice, or snow could adhere to the aircraft's wings, 
control surfaces, or propellers. This action is necessary because 
several accidents and the recent International Conference on Airplane 
Ground Deicing indicate that, under present procedures, the pilot in 
command may be unable to effectively determine whether critical 
airplane components are free of all frost, ice, or snow prior to 
attempting a takeoff. The action provides an added level of safety to 
flight operations in adverse weather conditions, and is considered 
significant because of its safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/23/92                    57 FR 32846
NPRM Comment Period End         08/07/92
Interim Final Rule              09/29/92                    57 FR 44924
Interim Final Rule Effective    11/01/92
Interim Final Rule Correction   11/09/92                    57 FR 53385
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/15/93


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-92-280-R.
A proposed advisory circular providing guidance on the program elements 
that should be included in an air carrier's approved ground deicing and 
anti-icing program was published September 29, 1992, requesting 
comments (57 FR 44944).
Various documents of this proceeding were erroneously published under 
RIN 2120-AE51.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 09/29/92, 57 FR 44924

Agency Contact: James Gardner, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9579

RIN: 2120-AE70
_______________________________________________________________________




2221. CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 6002; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 5121 to 5124; 49 
USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44103 to 44106; 49 USC 44702 to 44703; 49 
USC 44709 to 44710; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 46101 to 46110; 49 USC 46301 
to 46316; 49 USC 46501 to 46502; 49 USC 46504 to 46507; 49 USC 47106; 
49 USC 47111; 49 USC 47122

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise the procedures for the assessment of 
civil penalties for violations of the Federal Aviation Regulations and 
other provisions. The procedures proposed would implement the 
requirements of the FAA Civil Penalty Administrative Assessment Act of 
1992, as they modify the procedures for adjudicating a civil penalty 
against a person acting in the capacity of a pilot, flight engineer, 
mechanic, or repairman.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/05/94                    59 FR 40192
NPRM Comment Period End         10/04/94


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AGC-93-076R. This rulemaking 
was considered significant; however, after receiving only two comments 
on the NPRM issued in 8/94, and the lack of controversy regarding this 
rule, the FAA does not consider this a significant rulemaking.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 08/05/94, 59 FR 40192

Agency Contact: Joyce Redos, Regulations Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7158

RIN: 2120-AE84
_______________________________________________________________________




2222. +TRAINING AND CHECKING IN GROUND ICING CONDITIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44705; 49 USC 44710 to 44711; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 
44715; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment requires parts 125 and 135 certificate holders 
to provide pilot training or testing in ground deicing/anti-icing 
procedures and to check the airplane for contamination by frost, ice, 
or snow during ground icing conditions. The proposal is intended to 
provide an added level of safety to flight operations in adverse 
weather conditions under parts 125 and 135. This rulemaking is 
significant because it affects a substantial portion of the aviation 
industry.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/21/93                    58 FR 49164
NPRM Comment Period End         10/06/93
Interim Final Rule              12/30/93                    58 FR 69620
Advisory Circular Published     12/30/93                    58 FR 69631
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/31/94                    58 FR 69620


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-459R
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 12/30/93, 58 FR 69620

Agency Contact: James Gardner, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9579

RIN: 2120-AF09

[[Page 25846]]

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2223. +REVISION OF EMERGENCY EVACUATION DEMONSTRATION PROCEDURES TO 
IMPROVE PARTICIPANT SAFETY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25; 49 CFR 1.47

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend part 25 of the FAR by revising 
Appendix J, Emergency Evacuation, to allow certain alternative 
procedures in conducting full-scale emergency evacuation demonstrations 
for transport category airplanes. This is in response to 
recommendations from the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee. The 
changes, which are intended to make full-scale emergency evacuation 
demonstrations safer for participants and to codify existing practices, 
would also affect manufacturers and operators of transport category 
airplanes. This action is considered significant because of substantial 
public interest and safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/18/95                    60 FR 36932
Correction                      08/25/95                    60 FR 44387
NPRM Comment Period End         10/16/95


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-94-124A
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 07/18/95, 60 FR 36932

Agency Contact: Franklin Tiangsing, Regulations Branch, ANM-114, 
Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2121

RIN: 2120-AF21
_______________________________________________________________________




2224. MISCELLANEOUS CABIN SAFETY CHANGES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 
to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 
44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to revise the airworthiness standards 
for transport category airplanes relating to flight attendant assist 
space, flight attendant assist handles, door hold open features, 
outside viewing means, interior compartment doors and portable oxygen 
equipment. With one exception, these proposals are not the result of 
any specific incident or recommendation, but are part of the FAA's 
continuing effort to upgrade the regulations to improve the overall 
level of safety in areas where the state-of-the-art and good design 
practice have indicated that such upgrades are warranted. These 
proposals would result in both new type design regulations as well as 
requirements applicable to existing designs implemented via the 
operating rules.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/24/96                    61 FR 38552
NPRM Comment Period End         11/21/96


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-90-016R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 07/24/96, 61 FR 38552

Agency Contact: Jeff Gardlin, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2136

RIN: 2120-AF77
_______________________________________________________________________




2225. BIRD STRIKE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to develop or revise requirements for 
the evaluation of transport category airplane structure for in-flight 
collision with a bird, including the size of the bird and the location 
of the impact on the airplane. These changes are intended to harmonize 
the bird strike requirements of the FAR and the Joint Aviation 
Requirements.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-93-762A. This is an 
Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee project.

Agency Contact: Bill Perrella, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2116

RIN: 2120-AF80
_______________________________________________________________________




2226. +SECURITY PROGRAMS OF FOREIGN AIR CARRIERS AND FOREIGN OPERATORS 
OF U.S. REGISTERED AIR CARRIERS ENGAGED IN COMMON CARRIAGE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40104 to 40105; 49 USC 40113; 49 
USC 40119; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 
49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901 to 44904; 49 USC 44906

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 129

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: As an action intended to implement the Antiterrorism and 
Effective Death Penalty Act of 1996 (PL 104-132, 4/14/96), the FAA is 
proposing to amend existing airplane operator security rules for 
foreign air carriers and foreign operators of U.S. registered aircraft. 
The proposed amendment would require the Administrator to accept a 
foreign air carrier's program only if the Administrator finds that the 
security program provides for identical security measures to those 
provided by U.S. air carriers serving the same airport. The proposed 
rule will establish the obligation to use identical security

[[Page 25847]]

measures. The actual measures to be used will be identified through 
changes to the nonpublic security program of the foreign air carriers. 
This rule is considered significant due to substantial public interest 
and concern of foreign governments.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/23/98                    63 FR 64764
Notice of Public Meeting        11/23/98                    63 FR 64764
Second NPRM                     03/22/99                    64 FR 13880
NPRM Comment Period End         03/23/99
Second NPRM Comment Period End  05/24/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ACP-96-363R.

Agency Contact: Moira Lozada, Civil Aviation Security Division, Office 
of Civil Aviation Security Policy, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, 
Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3373

RIN: 2120-AG13
_______________________________________________________________________




2227. +NOISE LIMITATIONS FOR AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS IN THE VICINITY OF 
GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 
40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44514; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44719; 49 USC 46301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will establish noise limitations for certain 
aircraft operated in the vicinity of Grand Canyon National Park. This 
action is one part of an overall strategy to reduce further the impact 
of aircraft noise on the park environment and to assist the National 
Park Service (NPS) in achieving its statutory mandate imposed by Public 
Law 100-91 to provide for the substantial restoration of natural quiet 
and experience in Grand Canyon National Park. The supplemental 
amendment removes two sections from the December 31, 1996, notice of 
proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that proposed to establish a corridor 
through the National Canyon area as an incentive route for quiet 
technology aircraft. The FAA and NPS have determined not to proceed 
with an air tour route in the vicinity of National Canyon and are 
presently considering alternatives to this route. This rulemaking is 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/31/96                    61 FR 69334
NPRM Comment Period End         03/31/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: A final rule, which was published on 12/31/96 
(61 FR 69302), establishes new operating restrictions at Grand Canyon 
National Park. See RIN 2120-AF93 published elsewhere in this Agenda.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 12/31/96, 61 FR 69334

Agency Contact: Howard Nesbitt, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 493-4981

RIN: 2120-AG34
_______________________________________________________________________




2228. +PROHIBITION OF THE TRANSPORTATION OF DEVICES DESIGNED AS CHEMICAL 
GENERATORS AS CARGO IN AIRCRAFT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes to ban the transportation of devices 
designed to chemically generate oxygen in certain aircraft, with 
limited exceptions. This proposed ban applies to newly manufactured 
chemical oxygen generators that have never been filled with chemicals. 
It would also apply to devices designated as chemical oxygen generators 
that have been discharged (spent) or that are past their expiration 
dates. The FAA believes that newly manufactured chemical oxygen 
generators might be manufactured in one location and transported to 
another location to be filled. This could lead to human factors errors 
in determining whether the device designed as a chemical oxygen 
generator is actually empty.
In a final rule effective March 1, 2000, the Research and Special 
Programs Administration (RSPA) prohibited the transportation on an 
aircraft of a ``spent'' chemical oxygen generator, i.e., a generator 
whose means of ignition and all or a part of its chemical contents have 
been expended. (See RIN 2137-AC92)
This rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/27/98                    63 FR 45912
Correction                      09/24/98                    63 FR 51048
NPRM Comment Period End         10/26/98
Correction                      11/10/98                    63 FR 69276


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-97-065R
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 08/27/98, 63 FR 45912

Agency Contact: Gary Davis, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8166

RIN: 2120-AG35
_______________________________________________________________________




2229. LICENSING AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR LAUNCH

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 70101 to 70119

[[Page 25848]]

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 415; 14 CFR 417

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would establish requirements for licensing the 
conduct of a launch from a non-Federal launch site. The law requires 
anyone who proposes to conduct a launch within the United States, or a 
U.S. citizen proposing to conduct a launch site outside the United 
States, to obtain a license from DOT. This action would govern 
obtaining a license to conduct such a launch. Currently, commercial 
rocket launches take place from Federal Government installations 
operated by the Department of Defense and NASA. Licensing requirements 
for those launches are being developed in a related licensing 
rulemaking (RIN 2120-AF99). In this action, DOT proposes to implement 
rules regarding obtaining a license to conduct a launch from a 
commercial launch site, where DOT, rather than NASA or the military has 
primary responsibility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/25/00                    65 FR 63922
NPRM Comment Period End         02/22/01
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Project Number: AST-97-088R.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 10/25/00, 65 FR 63922.

Agency Contact: Michael Dook, Licensing and Safety Division, Office of 
Commercial Space, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9305

RIN: 2120-AG37
_______________________________________________________________________




2230. +REVISED STANDARDS FOR CARGO OR BAGGAGE COMPARTMENTS IN TRANSPORT 
CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 
USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44711 to 44713

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action upgrades the fire safety standards for cargo or 
baggage compartments in certain transport category airplanes by 
eliminating Class D compartments altogether. Compartments that could no 
longer be designated as Class D would have to meet the standards for 
Class C or Class E compartments, as applicable. Certain other transport 
category airplanes that would not have to meet these new standards for 
type certification would have to meet them for use in air carrier, 
commuter, on-demand, or commercial service. These improved standards 
are needed to increase protection from possible in-flight fires. This 
rulemaking is considered significant because of the safety 
implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/13/97                    62 FR 32412
NPRM Comment Period End         09/11/97
Final Rule Request for Comments 02/17/98                     63 FR 8032
Final Rule Effective            03/19/98
Final Rule Comment Period End   06/17/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-97-009R
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 06/13/97, 62 FR 32412
Regulatory Evaluation, 02/17/98, 63 FR 8032

Agency Contact: Mahinder Wahi, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2589

RIN: 2120-AG42
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)



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2231. REVIEW OF PART 47, AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION, AND PART 49, RECORDING 
OF AIRCRAFT TITLES AND SECURITY DOCUMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44101 to 
44108; 49 USC 44110 to 44111; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 45302; 49 USC 46104; 
49 USC 46301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 47; 14 CFR 49

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would have proposed to update parts 47 and 49 of 
the Federal Aviation Regulations to reflect changes in the law, legal 
interpretations, other recent rulemaking actions, and the FAA's current 
aircraft registry practices. The intent of the proposed changes was to 
articulate, modernize, and simplify the existing regulations rather 
than alter established procedures.
This action is being withdrawn because the FAA is re-evaluating the 
need for this initiative. If the FAA determines this action is still 
warranted and when resources are available to support the effort, it 
will be identified as a new rulemaking initiative.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/09/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-89-201R.

Agency Contact: Sharon Ashford, Registry Modernization Staff, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 6500 
South MacArthur Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-4939
Phone: 405 954-7038

RIN: 2120-AC17

[[Page 25849]]

_______________________________________________________________________




2232. +COST OF SERVICES AND TRANSFER OF FEES TO PART 187 FROM PARTS 47, 
49, 61, 63, 65, AND 143

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40104 to 40105; 49 USC 40109; 49 
USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44101 to 44108; 49 USC 44110 to 44111; 49 
USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44703 to 44704; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 
44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 45106; 49 
USC 45301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 47; 14 CFR 49; 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 63; 14 CFR 65; 14 
CFR 143; 14 CFR 187

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would have assessed reasonable charges for 
certain services provided by the FAA. The charges would have been set 
at a level approximating the cost to the Government to provide these 
services and would be adjusted periodically as the costs of these 
services change or as prescribed in the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988. 
The cost of providing services for aircraft registration and recording 
and replacement of airmen certificates is not being fully recouped in 
accordance with the changes reflected in the Consumer Price Index of 
All Urban Consumers, which was published by the Bureau of Labor 
Statistics of the Department of Labor, or as set by the Anti-Drug Abuse 
Act of 1988. This rulemaking would also have consolidated all service 
fees by placing them in part 187 of the Federal Aviation Regulations. 
This rulemaking is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.
This action is removed from the agenda as the FAA is re-evaluating the 
need for this initiative. If the agency determines this action is still 
warranted and when resources are available to support the effort, it 
will be identified as a new rulemaking initiative.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/09/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-90-347R.

Agency Contact: Sharon Ashford, Registry Modernization Staff, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 6500 
South MacArthur Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-4939
Phone: 405 954-7038

RIN: 2120-AD91
_______________________________________________________________________




2233. +AIRPORT NOISE COMPATIBILITY PLANNING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 471-1; 49 USC 47501 to 47504; 49 
USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 150

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would have revised the requirements for 
developing noise exposure maps and noise compatibility programs and 
submitting them for FAA approval. The revisions were intended to 
expedite and simplify the part 150 process. Under the revised process, 
the mandatory set of noise abatement measures which are presently 
required to be considered by each airport sponsor would be limited in 
scope depending on the characteristics of each airport and its 
surrounding community. The new process would have been supported by 
appropriate guidance, training, review, standardization, and 
consultation requirements. This project is considered significant 
because of substantial public interest.
This action is removed from the agenda as the FAA is re-evaluating the 
need for this initiative. If the agency determines this action is still 
warranted and when resources are available to support the effort, it 
will be identified as a new rulemaking initiative.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/09/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AEE-90-410R.

Agency Contact: Alan V. Trickey, Policy and Regulations Division, 
Office of Environment and Energy, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 
20591
Phone: 202 267-3496

RIN: 2120-AE64
_______________________________________________________________________




2234. +CONTROLLED REST ON THE FLIGHT DECK

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would allow part 121 certificate holders who 
operate aircraft that require three flight crewmembers, two pilots and 
a flight engineer, to implement a controlled rest on the flight deck 
program. Under the program, when cockpit workload permits, one flight 
crewmember at a time would be given the opportunity to sleep for a 
brief period of time at his or her duty station during the cruise 
portion of a flight. Before using the controlled rest concept, however, 
the certificate holder would have to obtain approval for its program 
from the FAA. This proposal originated as a recommendation from the 
Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee and responds to industry 
interest in developing a controlled rest program that is approved by 
the FAA. This rulemaking is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest. The project titled, Flight Crewmember Duty 
Period Limitations, Flight Time Limitations, and Rest Requirements (RIN 
2120-AF63), addresses issues related to those in this proposal. 
Therefore, this entry is being removed from the agenda.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/20/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-92-764A

Agency Contact: James Gardner, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591

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Phone: 202 267-9579

RIN: 2120-AF54
_______________________________________________________________________




2235. SERVICE DIFFICULTY REPORTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716 
to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 
106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 
44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 44711

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 145

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the reporting requirements for air carrier 
certificate holders and certificated domestic and foreign repair 
stations concerning failures, malfunctions, and defects of aircraft, 
aircraft engines, systems, and components. The rule clarifies and 
standardizes the reporting requirements for the type of information 
submitted to the FAA, allowing the FAA to identify trends that may 
affect aviation safety. This action was prompted by an internal FAA 
review of industry concern over the quality of the data being reported 
by air carriers. The objective of this rule is to update and improve 
the reporting system to effectively collect and disseminate clear and 
concise information, particularly with regard to aging aircraft, to the 
aviation industry.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/14/95                    60 FR 41992
NPRM Comment Period End         11/13/95
SNPRM                           04/15/99                    64 FR 18766
SNPRM Comment Period End        06/01/99
Final Rule                      09/15/00                    65 FR 56192
Final Rule                      10/11/00                    65 FR 60556
Notice of Meeting               11/30/00                    65 FR 71247
Final Action                    12/22/00                    65 FR 80743
Final Action Effective          01/16/01                    65 FR 56192
Final Action Effective          07/16/01                    65 FR 80743

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-95-237A. This is a 
recommendation from the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 08/14/95, 60 FR 41992.
 Regulatory Evaluation, 04/15/99, 64 FR 18766.
Formerly titled: Operational and Structural Difficulty Reports.

Agency Contact: Jose Figueroa, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3797

RIN: 2120-AF71
_______________________________________________________________________




2236. BIRD INGESTION STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 
USC 44704

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 33

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the type certification standards for 
aircraft turbine engines that concern bird ingestion. This action 
updates the current bird ingestion standards to reflect recent analysis 
defining the actual bird threat encountered by turbine engines. This 
rulemaking also harmonizes the FAA's type certification standards on 
this issue with requirements being drafted by the Joint Aviation 
Authorities (JAA). These changes will establish one set of common 
requirements, and thereby reduce the regulatory hardship on the 
aviation industry by eliminating the need for manufacturers to comply 
with different sets of standards when seeking type certification from 
the FAA and validation from the JAA.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/11/98                    63 FR 68636
NPRM Comment Period End         03/11/99
Final Action                    09/14/00                    65 FR 55848
Final Action Effective          12/13/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANE-97-476A. This is an 
Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee project.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 12/11/98, 63 FR 68636

Agency Contact: Mark Bouthillier, Engine and Propeller Directorate, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 12 New 
England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803-5299
Phone: 781 238-7119

RIN: 2120-AF84
_______________________________________________________________________




2237. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION OF A LAUNCH SITE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 70101 to 70119

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 415; 14 CFR 417

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would establish requirements for licensing the 
operation of a launch site. The law requires anyone who proposes to 
operate a launch site within the U.S., or a U.S. citizen proposing to 
operate a launch site outside the U.S., to obtain a license from DOT. 
This action would govern obtaining a license to operate such a launch 
site. Currently, commercial rocket launches take place from Federal 
government installations operated by the Department of Defense and 
NASA. Licensing requirements for those launches are being developed in 
a related rulemaking (RIN 2120-AF99). In this action, DOT will 
implement rules regarding obtaining a license to operate a launch site.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/25/99                    64 FR 34316
NPRM Comment Period End         09/23/99
Final Action                    10/19/00                    65 FR 62812
Final Action Effective          12/18/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AST-96-341R.
The reason this rulemaking was downgraded to Non-Significant is because 
the cost of $23,000 to industry does not meet the required threshold 
and the practices proposed are traditional measures and therefore 
should be non-controversial with the affected industry.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 06/25/99, 64 FR 34316

[[Page 25851]]

Agency Contact: Randy Repcheck, Licensing and Safety Division, AST-200, 
Office of Commercial Space, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 
20591
Phone: 202 267-8379

RIN: 2120-AG15
_______________________________________________________________________




2238. +AIR TOUR OPERATIONS IN THE STATE OF HAWAII

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 
44709; 49 USC 44711 to 44713; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 
49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46306

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 135

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking disposes of comments received in response to 
the final rule published on September 26, 1994 (59 FR 49138), for 
certain procedural, operational, and equipment requirements for air 
tour operations in the State of Hawaii, codified as Special Federal 
Aviation Regulation (SFAR 71). It also extends SFAR 71 until the FAA 
publishes a final rule regulating all air tour operations. This 
rulemaking is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule Effective    10/26/97
Interim Final Rule              10/30/97                    62 FR 58854
NPRM                            08/23/00                    65 FR 51512
NPRM Comment Period End         09/22/00
Final Action                    09/29/00                    65 FR 58610
Final Action Effective          10/26/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-94-453R

Agency Contact: Gary Davis, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8166

RIN: 2120-AG44
_______________________________________________________________________




2239. USE OF ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 7572; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40101 to 40103; 49 
USC 40105; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44105 to 
44106; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 
49 USC 44903; 49 USC 44904; 49 USC 44906

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 21; 14 CFR 43; 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 119

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposed to amend the regulations to permit the 
use of electronic signatures to satisfy maintenance, operational, and 
type certification record preparation and retention requirements. 
Although this action will encourage the use of electronic recordkeeping 
systems, it will not discourage the use of paper documents and records 
to satisfy regulatory requirements. The proposed rule would have 
provided cost savings and regulatory relief to owners, manufacturers, 
operators and repair stations.
This action is being removed because rulemaking is no longer needed to 
provide for general acceptance of electronic data. The Government 
Paperwork Elimination Act, Public Law 105-277, U.S.C. 3504, requires 
Federal agencies to provide for the option of electronic maintenance, 
submission, or disclosure of information when practicable as a 
substitute for paper; and the use and acceptance of electronic 
signatures, when practicable.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/09/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-98-226A.

Agency Contact: Wayne Nutsch, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 493-4291

RIN: 2120-AG63
_______________________________________________________________________




2240. COMMERCIAL SPACE TRANSPORTATION REUSABLE LAUNCH VEHICLE AND 
REENTRY LICENSING REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 2601

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 401; 14 CFR 404; 14 CFR 406; 14 CFR 413; 14 CFR 
417; 14 CFR 431; 14 CFR 433

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the commercial space transportation 
licensing regulations by establishing operational requirements for 
launches of reusable launch vehicles and the authorized conduct of 
commercial space reentry activities. This rule would respond to 
advancements in the development of commercial reentry capability and 
enactment of legislation extending the FAA's licensing authority to 
reentry activities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/21/99                    64 FR 19626
NPRM Comment Period End         07/20/99
Final Action                    09/19/00                    65 FR 56618
Final Action Effective          11/20/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AST-98-174R.

Agency Contact: Stewart W. Jackson, Office of the Associate 
Administrator for Commercial Space Transportation, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7903

RIN: 2120-AG71
_______________________________________________________________________




2241. PILOT CERTIFICATES ISSUED OR VALIDATED ON THE BASIS OF A BILATERAL 
AIR SAFETY AGREEMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44703; 49 
USC 44707; 49 USC 4709 to 44711; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 45301 to 
45302

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 25852]]

Abstract: This action would allow the FAA to enter into a Bilateral Air 
Safety Agreement with a foreign country for the conversion and 
validation of each others' pilot certificates at all pilot 
certification levels. Currently, the Federal Aviation Regulations only 
allow a foreign pilot certificate to be converted to an FAA private 
pilot certificate. This rule will have a positive impact on 
harmonization efforts underway between the FAA and the Joint Aviation 
Authorities. This project has been identified as one that is being 
worked as resources permit. Therefore, it is being removed from the 
agenda. When a timeframe can be determined, the project will be 
returned to the agenda.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/19/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-99-228R.

Agency Contact: Emily White, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3651

RIN: 2120-AG81
_______________________________________________________________________




2242. HIGH DENSITY RULE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 
40109; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 44514; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44719; 49 USC 46301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action concerns interpretation of the FAA's rules 
relating to High Density Traffic Airports. The FAA is changing its 
interpretation of the term operator to allow one code share partner to 
provide extra section back-up using the other partner's arrival or 
departure reservation (slot). Delta Airlines has asked FAA for an 
interpretation of the extra sections provisions of the FAA's slot rules 
to allow them to back up a Delta Shuttle flight operated for them by 
their code share partner, using the partner's slot. In the past the FAA 
has interpreted its rules to deny one carrier the use of another 
carrier's slot. However, in the light of current code sharing practices 
the FAA believes that it is a reasonable interpretation of the language 
of the regulation to allow a code share partner to provide extra 
section back-up using the slot of the partner operating the first slot.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Proposed Interpretation; Request 
for Comments                    07/02/99                    64 FR 35963
Comment Period End              07/12/99
Comment Period Reopened         08/13/99                    64 FR 44145
Comment Period End              09/13/99
Final Action                    08/24/00                    65 FR 51745
Correction                      12/27/00                    65 FR 81733
Final Action Effective          12/27/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lorelei Peter, Office of the Chief Counsel, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3134

RIN: 2120-AG85
_______________________________________________________________________




2243. GENERAL RULEMAKING PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40101; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 
40105; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44110; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 
44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 46102

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA has updated its general rulemaking procedures. The 
final rule is written in plain language and reflects changes in 
rulemaking procedures and processes. For example, the dockets 
management system now accepts electronic comments and the public can 
view rulemaking dockets electronically. These changes will facilitate 
public involvement in the agency's rulemaking process.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/14/99                    64 FR 69856
NPRM Comment Period End         01/28/00
Final Action                    08/21/00                    65 FR 50850
Final Action Effective          09/20/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AGC-00-053R.

Agency Contact: Donald P. Byrne, Assistant Chief Counsel, Regulations 
Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3073

RIN: 2120-AG95
_______________________________________________________________________




2244. FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR POWERPLANT INSTALLATIONS ON 
TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 31 USC 9701; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40104 
to 40105; 49 USC 40109; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 
45301 to 45303

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the airworthiness standards for transport 
category airplanes by requiring that components within a designated 
fire zone be fireproofed if, when exposed to or damaged by fire, they 
could pose a hazard to the airplane. This action is necessary because 
differences between the current U.S. and European requirements impose 
unnecessary costs on airplane manufacturers. These actions are intended 
to achieve common requirements and language between U.S. regulations 
and the Joint Aviation Requirements (JAR) of Europe, while maintaining 
at least the level of safety provided by the current regulations and 
industry practice.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/12/00                    65 FR 36978
NPRM Comment Period End         08/11/00

[[Page 25853]]

Final Action                    12/19/00                    65 FR 79706
Final Action Effective          01/18/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-00-166A.

Agency Contact: Mike McRae, Airframe and Propulsion Branch, Aircraft 
Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, 
WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2133

RIN: 2120-AH00
_______________________________________________________________________




2245. ADVANCED QUALIFICATION PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action extends the expiration date of SFAR 58, Advanced 
Qualification Program. The SFAR expired October 2, 2000. SFAR 58 
provides for the approval of an alternate method for qualifying, 
training and certifying, and otherwise ensuring the competency of 
crewmembers, aircraft dispatchers, other operations personnel, 
instructors, and evaluators who are required to be trained or qualified 
under 14 CFR parts 121 and 135. This extension will allow time for the 
FAA to complete the rulemaking project that includes incorporating FAR 
58 into a permanent rule in the Federal Aviation Regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/16/00                    65 FR 37836
NPRM Comment Period End         07/17/00
Final Action Effective          10/02/00
Final Action                    10/10/00                    65 FR 60334

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jan Demuth, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8922

RIN: 2120-AH01
_______________________________________________________________________




2246. REVISIONS TO DIGITAL FLIGHT DATA RECORDER REQUIREMENTS FOR AIRBUS 
AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 4019; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 125

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the flight data recorder regulations by 
adding language to allow certain Airbus airplanes to record certain 
data parameters using resolution requirements that differ slightly from 
the current regulation. This amendment is necessary because the Airbus 
airplanes are unable to record certain flight parameters under the 
existing criteria without undergoing unintended and expensive retrofit.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule Effective            08/18/00
Final Rule; Request for Comments08/24/00                    65 FR 51742
Final Rule Comment Period End   09/25/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gary Davis, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8166

RIN: 2120-AH08
_______________________________________________________________________




2247. +STREAMLINED ENFORCEMENT TEST AND EVALUATION PROGRAM; SECURITY; 
ANTIDRUG AND ALCOHOL MISUSE PREVENTION PROGRAMS; UNRULY PASSENGERS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 6002; 28 USC 2461; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 5121 
to 5142; 49 USC 40113 to 40114; 49 USC 44103 to 44106; 49 USC 44702 to 
44703; 49 USC 44709 to 44710; 49 USC 44713; 49 USC 46101 to 46110; 49 
USC 46301 to 46316; 49 USC 46501 to 46502; 49 USC 46504 to 46507; 49 
USC 47106; 49 USC 47111; 49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47306; 49 USC 47531 to 
47532

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend the administrative assessment 
of civil penalties, establish streamlined procedures for assessing 
penalties in certain cases against unruly passengers, airports and air 
carriers for certain security violations; and against employers, 
contractors, and consortia as defined under 14 CFR part 121, for 
certain antidrug and alcohol misuse prevention programs violations. 
This action will also propose to delegate authority to program office 
managers to initiate legal enforcement actions and reduces the number 
of documents issued in the processing of legal enforcement actions. 
This action is significant because of substantial public interest. This 
project has been identified as one that is being worked on as resources 
permit. Therefore, it is being removed from the agenda. When a 
timeframe can be determined, the project will be returned to the 
agenda.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/19/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Cynthia Dominik, Office of the Chief Counsel, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 267-7560

RIN: 2120-AH09

[[Page 25854]]

_______________________________________________________________________




2248.  EMERGENCY LOCATOR TRANSMITTERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 
USC 44713; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 
44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 46301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule complies with congressionally mandated changes to 
FAA requirements for emergency locator transmitters. The intended 
effect of this rule change is to facilitate search and rescue efforts 
by increasing the likelihood of locating turbojet-powered aircraft 
after accidents.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/22/00                    65 FR 81316
Final Action Effective          12/22/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Although the regulation was effective December 
22, 2000, compliance with the new ELT requirements in section 91.207 is 
delayed until January 1, 2004.

Agency Contact: Dean Chamberlain, Flight Standards Service, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7956

RIN: 2120-AH16
_______________________________________________________________________




2249.  CIVIL PENALTY ACTIONS IN COMMERCIAL SPACE TRANSPORTATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 70101 to 70121

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 405; 14 CFR 406

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the rules for assessment and adjudication 
of civil penalties in commercial space transportation. It provides more 
detail on the procedures the FAA uses to assess civil penalties and on 
the respondents' rights to adjudication. These actions also provide 
more detailed procedures to be used in the adjudication. They are 
intended to provide more clarity and certainty to the civil penalty 
process.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule; Request for Comments01/10/01                     66 FR 2176
Delay of Effective Date         02/08/01                     66 FR 9509
Final Rule Comment Period End   02/09/01
Effective Date                  04/10/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mardi Ruth Thompson, Regulations Division, Office of 
the Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3073

RIN: 2120-AH18
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2250. HIGHWAY BEAUTIFICATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 131; 23 USC 315; 49 USC 1651

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 750

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The revision of these subparts will reduce their complexity, 
recognize the existence of State laws, regulations, and organizations 
implementing 23 USC 131, and emphasize the position of the State as the 
initial, primary, and principal focal point regarding the requirement 
of effective control. Potential costs should be reduced, albeit 
minimally. The principal benefit will be to give the States greater 
ability, in the context of the broad requirements of 23 USC 131, to 
respond to concepts and issues relevant to the States. We have been 
reviewing these regulations with the intent to focus on changes 
necessitated by ISTEA and subsequent legislation (NHS Act, etc.)
We have initiated research projects to identify key information States 
need to administer their OAC programs. We will evaluate that study and 
incorporate the results in our proposed ANPRM.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: FHWA intends to continue to review and analyze 
all aspects of the HBA under RIN 2125-AD24 to propose changes to reduce 
the complexity of the highway beautification regulations and to 
emphasize the role of the State in its implementation. Intended changes 
which appeared in a prior Agenda under RIN 2125-AD88 related to the 
Dire Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act of 1992 have been 
suspended and consolidated under this rulemaking.

Agency Contact: Robert A. Johnson, Chief, Program Services Division, 
Office of Real Estate Services, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2020

RIN: 2125-AD24
_______________________________________________________________________




2251. REVISIONS TO HIGHWAY BRIDGE REPLACEMENT AND REHABILITATION PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 97-424, sec 161; 23 USC 109(a); 23 USC 144(g); PL 
105-178, sec 1101(a)(3); 23 USC 109(h); 23 USC 144; 23 USC 151; 23 USC 
315; 23 USC 319; 33 USC 401; 33 USC 409 et seq; 33 USC 511 et seq; PL 
97-134, sec 4(b); PL 105-206; ...

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 650; 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 25855]]

Abstract: In the last regulatory agenda, published Nov. 30, 2000, the 
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) indicated its intent to revise 
its regulation on the discretionary bridge program replacement factor. 
Since that time, the FHWA has considered changes to the entire highway 
replacement bridge program. Accordingly, the FHWA intends to publish an 
advanced notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) seeking comment on 
proposed revisions to the FHWA replacement bridge program, which 
includes the proposed revisions to the discretionary bridge program 
rating factor.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Raymond McCormick, Director, Office of Bridge 
Technology, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4657

RIN: 2125-AE75
_______________________________________________________________________




2252.  +NATIONAL BRIDGE INSPECTION STANDARDS

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(a); 23 USC 109(h); 23 USC 144; 23 USC 151; 
23 USC 315; 23 USC 319; EO 11988; ...

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 650; 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this action, the FHWA would solicit comments on whether 
its regulation on National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) should be 
revised and updated. The FHWA would solicit comment on whether there is 
a need to update the regulations to incorporate current, state of the 
art bridge inspection practices which public authorities may be using. 
A public authority means a Federal, State, county, town, or township, 
Indian Tribe, municipal or other local government or instrumentality 
with the authority to finance, build, operate, or maintain toll or 
toll-free facilities. The primary purpose of the NBIS is to identify 
bridges that need work to ensure the safety of the traveling public. 
The NBIS regulation was last updated 14 years ago.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Wade F. Casey, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9486

RIN: 2125-AE86
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2253. CERTIFICATION OF SIZE AND WEIGHT ENFORCEMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 127; 23 USC 141; 23 USC 315

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 657

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA has resumed consideration of changes in the guidance 
provided to state agencies for preparing the annual size and weight 
enforcement certifications. Previous efforts in this area were 
suspended by the agency in 1994 as a result of a commitment by the 
Federal Highway Administrator to Congress in June 1994 to conduct a 
comprehensive study of all aspects of the truck size and weight issue. 
That study is nearly completed. Accordingly, public comment is again 
requested on the type of information and data that should be submitted 
by the states in support of their annual certification of enforcement, 
and how the FHWA should use the information.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/16/93                    58 FR 65830
ANPRM Comment Period Extended to 
05/18/94                        03/15/94                    59 FR 11956
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/16/94
Supplemental ANPRM              09/28/00                    65 FR 58233
Supplemental ANPRM Comment 
Period End                      12/27/00
NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tom Klimek, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2212

RIN: 2125-AC60
_______________________________________________________________________




2254. ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION OF FEDERAL AID PROJECTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 101(a); 23 USC 104 to 106; 23 USC 109; 23 USC 
110; 23 USC 113; 23 USC 115; 23 USC 118; 23 USC 120(e); 23 USC 121(c); 
23 USC 125; 23 USC 134; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 320

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 630; 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is proposing to revise the existing regulations that 
prescribe policies and procedures for advancing the construction of 
Federal-aid highway projects without obligating Federal funds 
apportioned or allocated to the States. These regulations should be 
revised to conform to changes made to title 23, United States Code, by 
technical amendments in the Transportation Equity Act of the 21st 
Century (TEA-21), Pub. L. 105-178, and changes made by the National 
Highway System Designation Act of 1995 (NHS), Pub. L. 104-59.

[[Page 25856]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/19/95                    60 FR 36991
Comment Period End              09/18/95
NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Max Inman, Office of Budget and Finance, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2853

RIN: 2125-AD59
_______________________________________________________________________




2255. WORK ZONE SAFETY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 105; 23 USC 106; 23 USC 109; 23 USC 110; 23 USC 
115; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 320; PL 102-240, sec 1051; PL 104-59, sec 358

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 636; 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48; 23 CFR 630

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is proposing to amend its regulations on traffic 
safety and mobility in highway and street work zones. Section 1051 of 
the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA) 
required the Secretary of Transportation (Secretary) to develop and 
implement a highway work zone safety program which would improve work 
zone safety at highway construction sites. This provision of ISTEA was 
implemented through non-regulatory action. A notice published in the 
Federal Register on October 24, 1995 (60 FR 54562) provided an outline 
of the work zone safety program. The current proposed regulatory action 
will further enhance the work zone safety program by incorporating the 
use of new work zone techniques and technologies, updating current 
policy and regulation, and emphasizing issues affecting the safety and 
mobility of highway workers and highway users.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charlie L. Sears, Office of Transportation Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1555

RIN: 2125-AE29
_______________________________________________________________________




2256. NATIONAL STANDARDS FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; MUTCD; MINIMUM 
RETROREFLECTIVITY REQUIREMENTS FOR TRAFFIC SIGNS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 101; 23 USC 104; 23 USC 105; 23 USC 109(d); 23 
USC 114(a); 23 USC 135; 23 USC 217; 23 USC 307; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a); PL 102-388

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice of proposed amendment is intended to revise the 
MUTCD to include a standard for a minimum level of retroreflectivity 
that must be maintained for traffic signs. This minimum level is to 
ensure that highway users can detect and read the sign during nighttime 
conditions. Although the MUTCD states that regulatory and warning 
signs, and some guide signs, need to reflectorize, no level of 
retroreflectivity is specified. In recognition of this situation, the 
United States Congress directed the U.S. Department of Transportation, 
through the 1993 Department of Transportation Appropriations Act, to 
revise the MUTCD to include a standard for minimum levels of 
retroreflectivity that must be maintained.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Amendments   09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Peter Hatzi, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8036

RIN: 2125-AE39
_______________________________________________________________________




2257. +FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY PROGRAM; TRANSPORTATION PLANNING PROCEDURES 
AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS PERTAINING TO THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE, 
INCLUDING THE PARK ROADS AND PARKWAYS PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 134; 23 USC 135; 23 USC 204; 23 USC 315; PL 
105-178

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA was delegated the authority to serve as the lead 
agency to develop transportation planning procedures pertaining to the 
National Park Service, the Forest Service, the Fish and Wildlife 
Service and the Bureau of Indian Affairs that are consistent with the 
metropolitan and statewide transportation planning processes. The FHWA 
and the appropriate Federal land management agencies are also given the 
authority to develop safety, bridge, pavement, and congestion 
management systems for roads funded under the Federal lands highways 
program (FLHP). The roads funded under the FLHP include park roads and 
parkways, forest highways, refuge roads and Indian reservation roads.
The FHWA sought public comment on four related ANPRMs that were 
published on September 1, 1999. The comment period closed on November 
1, 1999. Six organizations provided comments on the ANPRM pertaining to 
the National Park Service (NPS) and the park roads and parkways 
program. The comments generally supported the development of a separate 
rule for each agency including one for the NPS. In an NPRM, the FHWA 
will seek public comment on a proposed rule to implement section 
1115(d) of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), 
developed by FHWA's Federal Lands Highway program office in 
consultation with the NPS. The NPRM is designated as significant under 
E.O. 12866 and the DOT regulatory policies and procedures because of 
the high level of interagency interest in the notices and involved 
program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/01/99                    64 FR 47749

[[Page 25857]]

ANRPM Comment Period End        11/01/99
NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Schneider, Federal Lands Highway Office, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6799

RIN: 2125-AE52
_______________________________________________________________________




2258. +FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY PROGRAM; TRANSPORTATION PLANNING PROCEDURES 
AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS PERTAINING TO THE BUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRS, 
INCLUDING THE INDIAN RESERVATIONS ROAD PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 315; PL 105-178; 23 USC 134; 23 USC 135; 23 USC 
204

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA was delegated the authority to serve as the lead 
agency to develop transportation planning procedures pertaining to the 
National Park Service, the Forest Service, the Fish and Wildlife 
Service and the Bureau of Indian Affairs that are consistent with the 
metropolitan and statewide transportation planning processes. The FHWA 
and the appropriate Federal land management agencies are also given the 
authority to develop safety, bridge, pavement, and congestion 
management systems for roads funded under the Federal lands highways 
program (FLHP). The roads funded under the FLHP include park roads and 
parkways, forest highways, refuge roads and Indian reservation roads.
The FHWA sought public comment on four related ANPRMs that were 
published on September 1, 1999. The comment period closed on November 
1, 1999. Eight organizations provided comments on the ANPRM pertaining 
to the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) and the Indian reservation roads 
program. The comments generally supported the development of a separate 
rule for each agency including one for the BIA. In an NPRM, the FHWA 
will seek public comment on a proposed rule to implement section 
1115(d) of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), 
developed by FHWA's Federal Lands Highway program office in 
consultation with the BIA. The NPRM is designated as significant under 
E.O. 12866 and the DOT regulatory policies and procedures because of 
the high level of interagency interest in the notices and involved 
program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/01/99                    64 FR 47746
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/01/99
NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Schneider, Federal Lands Highway Office, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6799

RIN: 2125-AE53
_______________________________________________________________________




2259. +FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY PROGRAM; TRANSPORTATION PLANNING PROCEDURES 
AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS PERTAINING TO THE FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, 
INCLUDING THE REFUGE ROADS PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 134; 23 USC 135; 23 USC 204; 23 USC 315; PL 
105-178

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA was delegated the authority to serve as the lead 
agency to develop transportation planning procedures pertaining to the 
National Park Service, the Forest Service, the Fish and Wildlife 
Service and the Bureau of Indian Affairs that are consistent with the 
metropolitan and statewide transportation planning processes. The FHWA 
and the appropriate Federal Land Management agencies are also given the 
authority to develop safety, bridge, pavement, and congestion 
management systems for roads funded under the Federal lands highways 
program (FLHP). The roads funded under the FLHP include park roads and 
parkways, forest highways, refuge roads and Indian reservation roads.
The FHWA sought public comment on four related ANPRMs that were 
published on September 1, 1999. The comment period closed on November 
1, 1999. Six organizations provided comments on the ANPRM pertaining to 
the Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) and the refuge roads program. The 
comments generally supported the development of a separate rule for 
each agency including one for the FWS. In an NPRM, the FHWA will seek 
public comment on a proposed rule to implement section 1115(d) of the 
Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), developed by 
FHWA's Federal Lands Highway program office in consultation with the 
FWS. The NPRM is designated as significant under E.O. 12866 and the DOT 
regulatory policies and procedures because of the high level of 
interagency interest in the notices and involved program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/01/99                    64 FR 47741
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/01/99
NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Schneider, Federal Lands Highway Office, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6799

RIN: 2125-AE54
_______________________________________________________________________




2260. +FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY PROGRAM; TRANSPORTATION PLANNING PROCEDURES 
AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS PERTAINING TO THE FOREST SERVICE, INCLUDING THE 
FOREST HIGHWAYS PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 135; 23 USC 204; 23 USC 315; PL 105-178; 23 USC 
134

[[Page 25858]]

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA was delegated the authority to serve as the lead 
agency to develop transportation planning procedures pertaining to the 
National Park Service, the Forest Service, the Fish and Wildlife 
Service and the Bureau of Indian Affairs that are consistent with the 
metropolitan and statewide transportation planning processes. The FHWA 
and the appropriate Federal land managment agencies are given the 
authority to develop safety, bridge pavement, and congestion management 
systems for roads funded under the Federal lands highways program. The 
roads funded under the FLHP include park roads and parkways, forest 
highways, refuge roads and Indian reservation roads.
The FHWA sought public comment on four related ANPRMs that were 
published on September 1, 1999. The comment period closed on November 
1, 1999. Seven organizations provided comments on the ANPRM pertaining 
to the Forest Service (FS) and the forest highway program. The comments 
generally supported the development of a separate rule for each agency 
including one for the FS. In an NPRM, the FHWA will seek public comment 
on a proposed rule to implement section 1115(d) of the Transportation 
Equity Act for the 21st Centiury (TEA-21), developed by FHWA's Federal 
Lands Highway program office in consultation with the FS. The NPRM is 
designated as significant under E.O. 12866 and the DOT regulatory 
policies and procedures because of the high level of interagency 
interest in the notices and involved program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/01/99                    64 FR 47744
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/01/99
NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul Schneider, Federal Lands Highway Office, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6799

RIN: 2125-AE55
_______________________________________________________________________




2261. REVISION OF THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; TRAFFIC 
CONTROL DEVICES ON FEDERAL-AID AND OTHER STREETS AND HIGHWAYS; STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 101(a); 23 USC 104; 23 USC 105; 23 USC 109(d); 
23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 135; 23 USC 217; 23 USC 307; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The MUTCD is incorporated by reference in 23 CFR part 655, 
subpart F, and is recognized as the national standard for traffic 
control devices on all public roads. Due to the reorganization of the 
FHWA and the deletion of 23 CFR 1204.4 by the National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration (NHTSA), 23 CFR part 655.603 is outdated. The 
proposed amendments included herein will bring 23 CFR part 655 up to 
date.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ernest D.L. Huckaby, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-9064

RIN: 2125-AE78
_______________________________________________________________________




2262. +DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACTING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: sec. 1307(c);PL 105-178; 23 USC 112

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 635

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 9, 2001.

Abstract: The FHWA proposes to revise its regulations to implement 
design-build contracting as mandated by Section 1307(c) of the 
Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), enacted on 
June 9, 1998. TEA-21 requires the Secretary of Transportation to issue 
regulations to allow design-build contracting for selected projects. 
The regulations would list the criteria and procedures that will be 
used by FHWA in approving the use of design-build contracting by State 
Transportation Agencies (STAs). The regulation would not require the 
use of design-build contracting but rather would allow it as an 
optional technique in addition to traditional contracting methods.
The FHWA is soliciting comments on its proposed regulation which would 
establish prescribed policies and procedures for utilizing the design-
build contracting technique for Federal-aid highway projects. This 
action is significant because of the substantial State and industry 
interest in the design-build contracting technique.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Agency Contact: Gerald Yakowenko, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1562

Carol Jacoby, Office of Program Administration, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street, 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1561

RIN: 2125-AE79
_______________________________________________________________________




2263.  +RAILROAD-HIGHWAY CROSSING PROJECTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 91-458

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 646

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA proposes to amend its regulations on railroad-
highway crossing projects to clarify that installation projects for 
passive crossing control devices, done solely to meet the minimum 
crossing signing requirements of Federal law or regulation, do not 
preempt or displace State laws concerning the adequacy of such devices. 
This proposal is in response to a recent decision by the

[[Page 25859]]

Supreme Court that held that FHWA's current regulations have broad 
preemptive effect.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Agency Contact: Rudolph M. Umbs, Office of Highway Safety, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2177

RIN: 2125-AE81
_______________________________________________________________________




2264.  RIGHT-OF-WAY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 101(a)(3)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 710

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is proposing to amend section 710.203 of its right-
of-way regulations for federally assisted transportation projects to 
provide a clarification. The proposed amendment would make it clear 
that federal financial assistance, provided by the FHWA pursuant to 
title 23, United States Code, may be used in relocation assistance 
benefits, provided by State and local agencies pursuant to State law, 
that are in addition to the relocation benefits prescribed by the 
Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies 
Act of 1970, as amended.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Barbara Satorius, Office of Real Estate Services, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 555 Zang 
Street, Lakewood, CO 80228
Phone: 303 969-5772

RIN: 2125-AE82
_______________________________________________________________________




2265.  NATIONAL STANDARDS FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; MANUAL ON 
UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; ACCESSIBLE PEDESTRIAN SIGNALS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 101(a); 23 USC 104; 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 
114(a); 23 USC 217; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 402(a); ...

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA, in response to comment, proposes to amend the 2000 
Millennium Edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices 
(MUTCD) that became effective on January 17, 2001. Section 4E.06 of the 
MUTCD relates to accessible pedestrian signals. Upon publication of the 
Millennium Edition, the FHWA was advised that the support and guidance 
statements relative to evaluation of signalized intersections to 
accommodate persons with visual disabilities did not adequately address 
the needs of such persons. Accordingly, the FHWA is soliciting public 
comment on revisions to these support and guidance statements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ernest D. L. Huckaby, Office of Highway Safety, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9064

RIN: 2125-AE83
_______________________________________________________________________




2266.  PLANNING AND RESEARCH PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 104(f); 23 USC 103(c); 23 USC 115; 23 USC 120; 
23 USC 133(b); 23 USC 134(b); 23 USC 303(g); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 505

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is updating its regulations for administration for 
planning and research funds provided to State DOTs under the provisions 
of title 23, United States Code. The revisions are necessary to reflect 
current legislative and OMB grant administration circulars.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Tony Solury, Program Coordinator, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5003

RIN: 2125-AE84
_______________________________________________________________________




2267.  LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: EO 13148; EO 13112

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 752

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action, which would change the current regulation at 23 
CFR 752.4, Landscape Development, is necessary to clarify and reflect 
FHWA policy change for the improvement of landscaping best management 
practices. Specifically, two recent Executive Orders, E.O. 13148 and 
E.O. 13112, call for the improvement of Federal landscape development 
programs and practice. E.O. 13148 encourages the use of native plants 
as much as practicable. E.O. 13112 warns against the planting of known 
exotic and invasive plants.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Bonnie Harper-Lore, Landscape Architect, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, Galtier Plaza, Box 75, 
175 E. Fifth Street, Suite 500, St. Paul, MN 55101-2904
Phone: 651 291-6104

RIN: 2125-AE85

[[Page 25860]]

_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2268. TRUCK LENGTH AND WIDTH EXCLUSIVE DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 315; 49 USC 31111; 49 USC 31112; 49 USC 31113; 
49 USC 31114

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 658

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is issuing a final rule, under 49 USC 31111 through 
31113, stating which safety or efficiency-enhancing devices are to be 
excluded when measuring the length and width of vehicles for compliance 
with federally mandated dimensions.
The Surface Transportation Assistance Act of 1982 (STAA), Pub. L. 97-
424, 96 Stat. 2097, gave the Secretary of Transportation the authority 
to determine what safety and energy conservation devices are necessary 
for safe and efficient operation of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), 
and what could be excluded when measuring vehicle length (section 
411(h))(49 U.S.C. 31111(d)), and what could be excluded when measuring 
width (section 416(b))(49 U.S.C. 31113(b)).
Section 411(h) also provided that no device excluded from length 
measurement by the Secretary could have, by design or use, the 
capability to carry cargo.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/26/89                    54 FR 52951
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/26/90
ANPRM Comment Period Extended   06/01/90
ANPRM Docket Reopened; Comment 
Period Extended to 08/21/90     06/22/90                    55 FR 25673
NPRM                            08/18/00                    65 FR 50471
NPRM Comment Period End         11/16/00
Final Action                    09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Tom Klimek, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2212

RIN: 2125-AC30
_______________________________________________________________________




2269. FEDERAL-AID HIGHWAY SYSTEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 103(b); 23 USC 103(c); 23 USC 315

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 470

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action amends 23 CFR 470 in accordance with 
legislation enacted in 1991, 1995, and 1998. The Intermodal Surface 
Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA) rescinded the Federal-aid 
Primary and Secondary and Urban Systems; established an interim 
National Highway System (NHS); and defined Federal-aid highways. The 
NHS Designation Act of 1995 (NHS Act) authorized the initial National 
Highway System and also authorized the Secretary to approve 
modifications. The Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-
21) authorized the initial NHS connectors to major intermodal terminals 
and recodified 23 U.S.C. 103 (Federal-aid systems). The action also 
consolidates in appendices all nonregulatory guidance material issued 
previously by the FHWA on Federal-aid highway systems.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/19/97                    62 FR 33351
Interim Final Rule Effective    07/21/97
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The FHWA issued an interim final rule with an 
opportunity for public comment. This rule amends regulations that the 
States comply with as part of the Federal-aid highway program. The FHWA 
has worked closely with the States, and the States have operated under 
the basic policies covered by this regulation for many years. A number 
of technical revisions are required as a result of the TEA-21 
recodification of 23 U.S.C. 103, including incorporation of the 
provisions of former 23 U.S.C. 139 (Additions to Interstate System).

Agency Contact: Jill Hochman, Director, Office of Intermodal and 
Statewide Programs, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0233

RIN: 2125-AD74
_______________________________________________________________________




2270. RAILROAD HIGHWAY PROJECTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 315; 23 USC 109(e); 23 USC 120(c); 23 USC 130

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 140; 23 CFR 646

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA amends its regulations on railroad highway projects. 
The amendments now require railroads to submit final billings within 
one year following completion of work, delete the requirements of a 
State's certification that work was completed, increase the ceiling for 
lump sum agreements from $25,000 to $100,000 and incorporate changes 
brought about by ISTEA. The FHWA believes these changes will conform 
railroad/highway regulations to more recent laws or regulations, and 
provide State highway agencies clarification and more flexibility in 
implementing them.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/27/97                    62 FR 45326
Comment Period End              10/27/97
Final Action                    07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Robert Winans, Office of Highway Safety Information, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4656

RIN: 2125-AD86
_______________________________________________________________________




2271. ADMINISTRATION OF ENGINEERING AND DESIGN RELATED SERVICES 
CONTRACTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 112(b); 23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 302; 23 USC 315; 
23 USC 402; 41 USC 253; 41 USC 259

[[Page 25861]]

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 172; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend procurement procedures on 
administration of engineering and design related services contracts to 
reflect the changes made by section 307 of Public Law 204-59, National 
Highway System Designation Act and section 1205 of the Transportation 
Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), Public Law 105-178, June 9, 
1998.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/18/00                    65 FR 44486
NPRM Comment Period End         09/18/00
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

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

Agency Contact: Gary E. Moss, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4654

RIN: 2125-AE45
_______________________________________________________________________




2272. INDIAN RESERVATION ROAD BRIDGE PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 120 (j) and (k); 23 USC 202; 23 USC 315; PL 
105-178, sec 1115; 49 CFR 1.48

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 661

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 1115 of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st 
Century establishes a nationwide priority program for improving 
deficient Indian reservation road (IRR) bridges and reserves $13 
million of IRR funds per year to replace and rehabilitate bridges that 
are in poor condition. The FHWA, Federal Lands Highway (FLH), and the 
Bureau of Indian Affairs, Division of Transportation (BIADOT), intend 
to implement the IRR bridge program (IRRBP) to promptly address the 
deficient IRR bridges. Toward that end, the FLH and the BIADOT, in 
consultation with Indian tribal governments, have developed project 
selection/fund allocation procedures for uniform application of the 
legislation. The FHWA is announcing the project selection/fund 
allocation procedures for the IRRBP.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/19/99                    64 FR 38565
Interim Final Rule Effective    07/19/99
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Public comment was solicited in a February 12, 
1999, Federal Register notice (64 FR 7229).These comments will be 
addressed in the final rule.

Agency Contact: Paul Los, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9480

RIN: 2125-AE57
_______________________________________________________________________




2273. +REVISION OF COLOR SPECIFICATIONS FOR SIGNS AND PAVEMENT MARKING 
RETROREFLECTIVE MATERIALS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA proposes to revise its color specifications for 
retroreflective sign materials. This revision would include daytime and 
nighttime specification for both assigned and unassigned colors found 
in the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). Color 
specifications for fluorescent colors and pavement marking material 
also would be included.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/21/99                    64 FR 71354
NPRM Comment Period End         06/23/00
Final Action                    09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ernest Huckaby, Office of Highway Safety, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9064

RIN: 2125-AE67
_______________________________________________________________________




2274. ENGINEERING SERVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 315; PL 105-178; sec. 1212(a); 23 USC 302

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this action, the FHWA proposes to amend its regulation for 
engineering services by removing a sentence that defined expenditures 
for the establishment, maintenance, general administration, 
supervision, and other overhead of the State highway department, or 
other instrumentality or entity referred to in the regulation, as 
ineligible for Federal participation.
This proposed amendment to the regulation stems from a provision in the 
Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) that changed 
statutory requirements to allow for eligibility of administrative costs 
for State transportation departments.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/26/00                    65 FR 45941
NPRM Comment Period End         09/25/00
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Max Inman, Office of Budget and Finance, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2853

RIN: 2125-AE73
_______________________________________________________________________




2275. FEDERAL-AID PROJECT AGREEMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 106(a); 23 USC 102(b); sec. 1304, PL 105-178; 
sec.

[[Page 25862]]

1305, PL 105-178; 23 USC 106; 23 USC 109; 23 USC 115; 23 USC 315; 23 
USC 320; 23 USC 402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 630; 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this action, the FHWA proposes to combine its regulation 
on Federal-aid project authorization and its regulation on project 
agreements. Section 1305 of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st 
Century (TEA-21) amended 23 U.S.C. 106(a) and combined authorization of 
work and execution of the project agreement for a Federal-aid project 
into a single action. Changes to the agreement provisions are proposed 
to reflect these adjustments.
Additionally, section 1304 of the TEA-21 amended 23 U.S.C 102(b) to 
include a provision to allow the granting of time extensions for 
engineering cost reimbursement. Changes to the procedures would be 
added to provide this new flexibility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/31/00                    65 FR 52962
NPRM Comment Period End         10/02/00
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jack Wasley, Federal-Aid Program Branch, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4658

RIN: 2125-AE77
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2276. +STATEWIDE AND METROPOLITAN PLANNING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 104(f); 23 USC 134; 23 USC 135; 23 USC 217; 23 
USC 315; 42 USC 7410 et seq; 49 USC 5305 to 5309

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 450; 49 CFR 613; 49 CFR 1.48(b); 49 CFR 1.51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this action, the FHWA and the FTA are jointly proposing to 
revise the regulations governing the development of transportation 
plans and programs for urbanized (metropolitan) areas and States. These 
revisions are the product of statutory changes made by the 
Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), which requires 
a continuous, comprehensive and coordinated process in metropolitan 
areas and States. The regulation at 23 CFR part 450 would be modified 
to reflect the impacts of the TEA-21.

Statement of Need: The Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century 
(TEA-21) amended 23 U.S.C. 134 and 135, which require a continuing, 
comprehensive and coordinated transportation planning process in 
metropolitan areas and States. Revisions have been proposed for 
existing regulatory language to make it consistent with current 
statutory requirements.

Summary of Legal Basis: Sections 1203, 1204, and 1308 of the TEA-
21(Public Law 105-178), amended 23 U.S.C. 134 and 135. Similar changes 
were made by sections 3004, 3005, and 3006 of the TEA-21 to 49 U.S.C. 
5303-5306 which address the metropolitan planning process in the 
context of the FTA's responsibilities.

The agencies (FHWA and FTA) have received numerous comments to the 
docket in response to the NPRM. The comments are currently being 
analyzed by both agencies to determine what action should follow.

Alternatives: Recent court decisions and statutory changes direct at 
least some modification of existing regulations (e.g., reduction in 
planning factors from 16 to 7). If regulatory changes are restricted to 
only those required to reconcile existing law and regulations, the 
remaining changes could be accomplished through guidance.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The agencies sought comments regarding 
the potential economic impacts of these proposed rules on small 
entities and governments. Of specific concern are the additional costs 
of the incremental changes in regulatory requirements. The agencies 
believe that these costs have been off-set largely by reduced statutory 
requirements and the flexibility built into the regulations. The 
agencies have requested comments on these issues.

Risks: A failure to issue a regulation could generate increased 
implementation challenges in working with affected agencies, i.e., 
difficulty in achieving compliance with expected regulatory outcomes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/25/00                    65 FR 33958
Extended Comment Period         07/07/00                    65 FR 41891
NPRM Comment Period End         09/23/00


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sheldon M. Edner, Team Leader, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, Room 3232, 400 Seventh 
Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4066
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2125-AE62
_______________________________________________________________________




2277. STANDARDS FOR DEDICATED SHORT RANGE COMMUNICATIONS (DSRC) 
APPLICATIONS FOR USE BY COMMERCIAL VEHICLES IN INTELLIGENT 
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS PROJECTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 307; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 502 note; PL 102-240, 
sec. 6055(b); PL 105-178, sec. 5206(e)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1001; 49 CFR 1.48

[[Page 25863]]

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA proposes to amend its regulations to require the use 
of Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) Standards for ITS 
commercial vehicle projects using Federal funds. DSRC Systems use 
microwave communications over very short distances to allow moving 
vehicles to communicate with fixed roadside locations. In commercial 
motor vehicle applications, DSRC devices can transfer information 
regarding vehicle safety, performance, regulatory compliance and 
credentials from the vehicle to inspection stations.
The use of DSRC standards would promote interoperability among, and 
enable integration of ITS systems for North American commercial vehicle 
applications, such as electronic clearance, automated weight stations 
and border crossings. Interoperability would also encourage 
institutional integration and cooperation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/30/99                    64 FR 73674
NPRM Comment Period End         02/28/00
Supplemental NPRM               12/12/00                    65 FR 77534


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The docket will remain open until the FHWA 
publishes another rulemaking document when testing is complete. See the 
SNPRM published on December 12, 2000 at 65 FR 77534.

Agency Contact: William S. Jones, ITS Joint Program Office, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2128

RIN: 2125-AE63
_______________________________________________________________________




2278. +NEPA AND RELATED PROCEDURES FOR TRANSPORTATION DECISIONMAKING; 
PROTECTION OF PUBLIC PARKS, WILDLIFE AND WATERFOWL REFUGES AND HISTORIC 
SITES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321 et seq.; 49 USC 303; 23 USC 109; 23 USC 
128; 23 USC 134; 23 USC 138; 23 USC 315; ...

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 530; 23 CFR 540

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Transit 
Administration issued an NPRM proposing to update and revise the 
National Environmental Policy Act implementing regulation for FHWA and 
FTA funded or approved projects. The current regulations were issued in 
1987 (23 CFR part 771, August 28, 1987) and experience since that time, 
as well as changes in legislation, most recently by the Transportation 
Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), call for an updated approach 
to implementation of NEPA for FHWA and FTA projects and actions.
The FTA and the FHWA received numerous comments to the docket in 
response to this NPRM. The agencies are currently reviewing these 
comments to determine what action should follow.

Statement of Need: The current NEPA regulation was issued in 1987 and 
experience since that time, as well as changes in legislation, most 
recently by the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-
21), call for an updated approach to implementation of NEPA for FHWA 
and FTA projects and actions.

Summary of Legal Basis: By including the environmental streamlining 
provision in section 1309 of the TEA-21, (Public Law 105-178, 112 Stat. 
108 at 232), the Congress intended that transportation planning and 
environmental considerations be better coordinated and that project 
delivery schedules be improved through a process that is efficient, 
comprehensive, and streamlined.

Alternatives: The existing regulation has not been revised since 1987 
and has been overtaken by at least two transportation reauthorization 
bills. It needs to be comprehensively updated to ensure consistency 
with current statutes and legal precedent. A minimal nonregulatory 
approach might achieve some desired outcomes, but would be 
insufficient. Environmental streamlining outcomes will be achieved 
largely through interagency coordination among Federal resource and 
permit agencies, but would be more effective if supported by this 
revision.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: It is anticipated that the economic 
impact of this rulemaking will be minimal. Most costs associated with 
these rules are attributable to the provisions of the TEA-21, the 
Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 (ISTEA), the 
Clean Air Act (as amended) and other statutes, including earlier 
highway acts. The agencies consider this proposal to be a means to 
simplify, clarify, and reorganize existing regulatory requirements.

Risks: Statutory directives require at least some regulatory changes. 
Environmental streamlining may be achieved through interagency 
collaboration, but would be substantially enhanced by the issuance of a 
final rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/25/00                    65 FR 33960
Comment Period Extended         07/07/00                    65 FR 41892
Comment Period End              09/23/00


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action will incorporate the issues 
contained in RIN 2125-AD32.

Agency Contact: Fred Skaer, Office of Environment and Planning, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2058

RIN: 2125-AE64
_______________________________________________________________________




2279.  PROCEDURES FOR ABATEMENT OF HIGHWAY TRAFFIC NOISE AND 
CONSTRUCTION NOISE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(h); 23 USC 109(i); 42 USC 4331; 42 USC 4332

[[Page 25864]]

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 772; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is requesting comments on whether its regulations on 
noise insulation of private residences should be revised to allow 
Federal participation when a traffic noise impact occurs, i.e., when 
predicted traffic noise levels substantially exceed the existing noise 
levels. Currently, Federal participation in the noise insulation of 
private residences is allowable only in situations where: Severe 
traffic noise impacts exist or are expected, and normal noise abatement 
measures are physically infeasible or economically unreasonable. In 
these instances, the FHWA may approve a State's request for unusual or 
extraordinary abatement measures on a case-by-case basis.
When considering extraordinary abatement measures, the State must 
demonstrate that the affected activities experience traffic noise 
impacts to a far greater degree than other similar activities adjacent 
to highway facilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/28/00                    65 FR 82301
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/26/01


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Armstrong, Office of Environment and Planning, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2073

RIN: 2125-AE80
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2280. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION: INTERMODAL 
CARGO CONTAINERS

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Transferred to RIN 2126-AA67    02/12/01

RIN: 2125-AC74
_______________________________________________________________________




2281. MITIGATION OF IMPACTS TO WETLANDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321; 23 USC 109(h); 23 USC 138; 23 USC 315(i); 
23 USC 133(b); EO 11990

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 777; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action revises the rule concerning the eligibility for 
Federal-aid transportation funding of activities to mitigate impacts to 
wetlands and natural habitats due to highway projects funded pursuant 
to provisions of title 23, U.S. Code. It updates the FHWA's wetlands 
regulation to conform with wetland and natural habitat mitigation 
provisions contained in the Intermodal Surface Transportation Equity 
Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), which allow increased flexibility 
for Federal funding participation under title 23, U.S.Code, in 
mitigation measures for impacts of federally funded highway projects to 
wetlands and natural habitats.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/17/96                    61 FR 30553
NPRM Comment Period End         08/16/96
SNPRM                           06/18/97                    62 FR 33047
SNPRM Comment Period End        08/18/97
Second SNPRM                    04/07/99                    64 FR 16870
Second SNPRM Comment Period End 06/07/99
Final Action                    12/29/00                    65 FR 82913
Effective Date Delayed to 03/30/
2001                            01/29/01                     66 FR 8089

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Additional authority DOT Order 5660.1A

Agency Contact: Paul Garrett, Water and Ecosystems Team, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 303 969-5772
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2125-AD78
_______________________________________________________________________




2282. TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES, MARKINGS, SIGNALS, AND SYSTEMS FOR 
RAILROAD-HIGHWAY GRADE CROSSINGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document adds new text for the Manual on Uniform Traffic 
Control Devices (MUTCD) in part III, markings; in part IV, signals; and 
in part VIII, traffic control systems for railroad-highway grade 
crossings. The purpose of these amendments is to include metric 
dimensions and values for the design and installation of traffic 
control devices and to improve the organization and discussion of the 
contents of the MUTCD.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Amendments   01/06/97                      62 FR 691
Comment Period End              08/30/97
Comment Period Extended         10/21/97                    62 FR 54598
Final Action                    12/18/00                    65 FR 78923
Final Action Effective          01/17/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Linda L. Brown, Office of Highway Safety, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Highway

[[Page 25865]]

Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2192

RIN: 2125-AE11
_______________________________________________________________________




2283. +APPLICATION OF THE NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION COMMUNICATIONS FOR ITS 
PROTOCOL (NTCIP) STANDARDS IN ITS PROJECTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 402; PL 102-240

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 625; 23 CFR 655; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would have proposed to amend FHWA regulations to 
require application of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) 
Standards for ITS projects using Federal-aid highway funds. In the 
ISTEA of 1991, Congress directed the Department to develop and 
implement standards and protocols to promote widespread use of ITS.
The FHWA is postponing further action on ITS Standards until such time 
as the standards are demonstrated to be viable and mature enough that 
the public sector risk in use of the standard is minimized.
This action is significant because it represents new and changed policy 
under DOT Order 2100.5.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/22/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William S. Jones, ITS Joint Program Office, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2128

RIN: 2125-AE21
_______________________________________________________________________




2284. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; DEFINITION OF 
COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31132; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502; PL 104-88, 
sec 104(f)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 392; 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 
395; 49 CFR 396; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 9, 1999.

Abstract: Section 4008 of the TEA-21 requires the FMCSA (formerly FHWA) 
to either make the FMCSRs applicable to operators of commercial motor 
vehicles designed or used to transport more than 8 passengers for 
compensation, or exempt such entities through a rulemaking proceeding 
within one year after the enactment of the statute. The FMCSA amended 
the FMCSRs to adopt the statutory definition of a commercial motor 
vehicle (CMV) found at 49 U.S.C. 31132.
The FMCSA also amended the FMCSRs to require that motor carriers 
operating CMVs designed or used to transport between 9 and 15 
passengers (including the driver) for compensation file a motor carrier 
identification report, mark their CMVs with a USDOT identification 
number, and maintain an accident register.
The agency is imposing these requirements to monitor the operational 
safety of motor carriers operating small passenger-carrying vehicles 
for compensation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/05/98                    63 FR 41766
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/05/98
Interim Final Rule              09/03/99                    64 FR 48510
Final Action                    01/11/01                     66 FR 2756

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action has been transferred to FMCSA RIN 
2126-AA51. This action was transferred to the Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Administration prior to the publication of the final rule.

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Mechanical Engineer, Office of Motor 
Carrier Research & Standards, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4012

RIN: 2125-AE22
_______________________________________________________________________




2285. REVISION OF MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; GENERAL 
PROVISIONS AND TRAFFIC CONTROL FOR SCHOOL AREAS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655; 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this action, revised text for the MUTCD, part 1, General 
Provisions and part 7, Traffic Control for School Areas, is adopted. 
The purpose of such revision is to reformat the text for clarity of 
intended meanings, to include metric dimensions and values for the 
design and installation of traffic control devices, and to improve the 
overall organization and discussion of the contents in the MUTCD. The 
proposed changes in this action are intended to expedite traffic, 
promote uniformity, improve safety, and incorporate technology advances 
in traffic control device applications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Amendments   12/05/97                    62 FR 64324
Comment Period End              09/08/98
Final Action                    12/18/00                    65 FR 78923
Final Action Effective          01/17/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Linda Brown, Office of Transportation Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2192

RIN: 2125-AE25
_______________________________________________________________________




2286. REVISION OF THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; PART 
II--SIGNS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 114 (a); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 402

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655; 23 CFR 1.32; 23 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revision of the MUTCD is being done in phases due to the

[[Page 25866]]

voluminous amount of text. This amendment represents the third phase of 
the rewrite effort and embraces proposed changes for part II -- signs. 
This action is intended to rewrite and reformat the text for clarity of 
intended meanings; to include metric dimensions and values for the 
design and installation of traffic control devices; to improve the 
overall organization and discussion; and to make changes that will 
enhance the mobility of all road users, promote uniformity, improve 
traffic safety by reducing the potential for run-off-road incidents, 
and incorporate technology advances in traffic control device 
application.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/11/98                    63 FR 31950
Comment Period End              03/11/99
Final Action                    12/18/00                    65 FR 78923
Final Action Effective          01/17/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Linda Brown, Office of Transportation Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2192

RIN: 2125-AE38
_______________________________________________________________________




2287. REVISION OF THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; TOURIST 
ORIENTED DIRECTIONAL SIGNS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL INTEREST SIGNS, AND 
TRAFFIC CONTROLS FOR BICYCLE FACILITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655; 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The MUTCD is incorporated by reference in 23 CFR part 655, 
subpart F, approved by the Federal Highway Administrator, and 
recognized as the national standard for traffic control on all public 
roads.
This document revises text for the MUTCD in Chapter 2G-Tourist Oriented 
Directional Signs (TODS), Chapter 2H-Recreation and Cultural Interest 
Area Signs, and Part 9, Traffic Controls for Bicycle Facilities. The 
purpose of this rewrite effort is to reformat the text to clarify 
intended meanings, to include metric dimensions and values for the 
design and installation of traffic control devices, and to improve the 
overall organization and discussion of the contents in the MUTCD. The 
revisions to the MUTCD are intended to expedite traffic, promote 
uniformity, improve safety, and incorporate technology advances in 
traffic control device application.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Amendments   06/24/99                    64 FR 33802
Comment Period End              03/24/00
Final Action                    12/18/00                    65 FR 78923
Final Action Effective          01/17/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Linda Brown, Office of Transportation Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2192

RIN: 2125-AE50
_______________________________________________________________________




2288. PROCEDURES FOR ABATEMENT OF HIGHWAY TRAFFIC NOISE AND CONSTRUCTION 
NOISE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(h); 23 USC 109(i); 49 USC 4331; 49 USC 
4332; PL 104-59

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 772

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action was intended to allow the use of the FHWA Traffic 
Noise Model, which was released on March 30, 1998. It would update the 
specific references to acceptable traffic noise prediction methodology 
and vehicle noise emission levels. It would also remove references to 
specific noise prediction and measurement reports and vehicle noise 
emission levels that have been or will be superseded.
Work on this rulemaking has been suspended due to the extension of the 
phase-in period for the FHWA traffic noise model to December 31, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       01/22/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Armstrong, Office of Environment and Planning, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2073

RIN: 2125-AE51
_______________________________________________________________________




2289. REVISION OF THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; WARNING 
SIGNS AND TRAFFIC CONTROLS FOR HIGHWAY-LIGHT RAIL GRADE CROSSINGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655; 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) is 
incorporated by reference in 23 CFR part 655, subpart F, approved by 
the Federal Highway Administrator, and recognized as the national 
standard for traffic control on all public roads. The FHWA announced 
its intent to rewrite and reformat the MUTCD on January 10, 1992, at 57 
FR 1134. This action revises text for the MUTCD in Chapter 2C - Warning 
Signs and Part 10 - Traffic Controls for Highway-Light Rail Grade 
Crossings. The purpose of this rewrite effort is to reformat the text 
for clarity of intended meanings, to include metric dimensions in 
values for the design and installation of traffic control devices, and 
to improve the overall organization and discussion of the contents in 
the MUTCD. The changes to the MUTCD are intended to expedite traffic, 
promote uniformity, improve safety, and incorporate technology advances 
in traffic control device application.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Amendments   06/24/99                    64 FR 33806
Comment Period End              03/24/00
Final Action                    12/18/00                    65 FR 78923
Final Action Effective          01/17/01

[[Page 25867]]

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Linda Brown, Office of Transportation Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2192

RIN: 2125-AE58
_______________________________________________________________________




2290. INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURE AND STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 101; 23 USC 109; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 502 note; 
23 USC 508; PL 105-178; sec. 5206(e)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655; 23 CFR 940; 49 CFR 350

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this action, the FHWA is implementing section 5206(e) of 
the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), to develop 
an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) regional architecture based 
on the National ITS Architecture. The regional architecture would be 
consistent with an area's ITS integration strategy and all subsequent 
ITS projects would be consistent with the regional architecture. All 
ITS projects would be developed using the system engineering process 
and would use U.S. DOT adopted standards and interoperability tests.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/25/00                    65 FR 33994
NPRM Comment Period End         08/23/00
Final Action                    01/08/01                     66 FR 1446
Delay of Effective Date to 04/
08/01                           02/07/01                     66 FR 9198

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Originally the effective date on this final 
rule was 02/07/2001. The effective date was delayed for 60 days due to 
a memorandum dated January 20, 2001 from the President's Chief of 
Staff.

Agency Contact: Robert Rupert, Office of Travel Management, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street, 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2194

RIN: 2125-AE65
_______________________________________________________________________




2291. REVISION OF THE MUTCD; REGULATORY SIGNS, TRAFFIC CONTROL FOR LOW 
VOLUME RURAL ROADS; TRAFFIC CONTROL FOR HIGHWAY-RAIL GRADE CROSSINGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This document revises text for MUTCD in Chapter 2B--
Regulatory Signs, Part 5--Traffic Control Device for Low Volume Rural 
Roads,and Part 8--Traffic Control for Highway-Rail Grade Crossings 
(update information). The purpose of this rewrite effort is to reformat 
the text for clarity of intended meanings, to include metric dimensions 
and values for the design and installation of traffic control devices, 
and to improve the overall organization and discussion of the contents 
in the MUTCD. The changes included herein are intended to expedite 
traffic, promote uniformity,improve safety,and incorporate technology 
advances in traffic control device application.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Amendments   12/21/99                    64 FR 71358
Comment Period End              06/30/00
Final Action                    12/18/00                    65 FR 78923
Final Action Effective          01/17/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Linda Brown, Office of Transportation Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2192

RIN: 2125-AE66
_______________________________________________________________________




2292. UTILITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 101; 23 USC 109; 23 USC 116; 23 USC 123; 23 USC 
315; ...

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1.23; 23 CFR 1.27; 49 CFR 1.48(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA issued a final rule amending its regulation 
prescribing policies, procedures and reimbursement provisions for the 
relocation and adjustment of existing utility facilities, and for the 
accommodation of new utility facilities and private lines on the right-
of-way of Federal-aid and direct Federal highway projects. These 
amendments will bring the FHWA's utilities regulation into conformance 
with PL 105-178, the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century 
(TEA-21) and will provide State transportation departments (STDs) 
clarification and more flexibility in implementing it.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/09/00                     65 FR 6344
NPRM Comment Period End         04/10/00
Final Action                    11/22/00                    65 FR 70307
Final Action Effective          01/22/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: C. Paul Scott, Office of Program Administration, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4104

RIN: 2125-AE68
_______________________________________________________________________




2293. REVISION OF THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES; GENERAL 
PROVISIONS, MARKINGS, AND SIGNALS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1.32; 49 CFR 1.48; 23 CFR 655

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action revised text for the MUTCD in Part 1--General 
Provisions, Part 3--Markings, and Part

[[Page 25868]]

4--Signals. The changes included herein are intended to expedite 
traffic, promote uniformity, improve safety, and incorporate technology 
advances in traffic control device application.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Amendments   12/30/99                    64 FR 73162
Final Action                    12/18/00                    65 FR 78923
Final Action Effective          01/17/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Linda Brown, Office of Transportation Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2192

RIN: 2125-AE71
_______________________________________________________________________




2294. REVISION OF THE MUTCD--PROPOSED AMENDMENTS FOR TEMPORARY TRAFFIC 
CONTROL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 114(a); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 
402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action revises text for the Manual on Uniform Traffic 
Control Devices in Part 6--Temporary Traffic Control. The changes 
included herein are intended to expedite traffic, promote uniformity, 
improve safety, and incorporate technology advances in traffic control 
device application.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Amendments   12/30/99                    64 FR 73605
Final Action                    12/18/00                    65 FR 78923
Final Action Effective          01/17/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charlie L. Sears, Office of Transportation Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1555

RIN: 2125-AE72
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2295. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; INTERSTATE SCHOOL BUS 
SAFETY

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: PL 105-178, sec 4024

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 392; 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 
395

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, December 9, 1999, PL 105-178, sec 
4024 requires initiation of rulemaking by 12/9/99.

Abstract: The FMCSA is considering making the FMCSRs applicable to all 
interstate school transportation operations by local educational 
agencies. This action is in response to sec. 4024 of the Transportation 
Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) which mandates the FMCSA to 
make a determination whether to make the FMCSRs applicable to such 
operations. The FMCSA requests comments, data, and information to 
assist the agency in making this determination.
This action is considered significant because of the anticipated 
substantial interest by the public sector and private sector if the 
FMCSA expands the applicability of the FMCSRs to government operated 
school buses in interstate commerce.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Philip Hanley, Office of Bus and Truck Standards and 
Operations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6811

RIN: 2126-AA53
_______________________________________________________________________




2296.  POSTING OF EMPLOYEE PROTECTIONS INFORMATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is 
considering requiring employers to display a poster to notify 
commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operators and other employees of their 
whistleblower rights under 49 U.S.C. 31105. The poster would also 
provide information on filing a complaint with the Occupational Safety 
and Health Administration for investigation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Janet Nunn, Office of Policy, Plans and Regulations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2797

RIN: 2126-AA68

[[Page 25869]]

_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2297. +QUALIFICATION OF DRIVERS; VISION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 504; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 391

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: As part of a review of the medical qualification standards 
applicable to interstate CMV drivers, the FMCSA requested comments on 
the need, if any, to amend its driver qualification requirements 
relating to the vision standard. A temporary waiver program was 
initiated and was concluded on March 31, 1996, to permit the FHWA to 
observe and collect data on the driving experience of a group of 
vision--deficient drivers who meet certain preconditions. Additionally, 
the FHWA, predecessor agency to the FMCSA, considered further research 
to develop comprehensive performance-based visual standards for all 
commercial drivers. Information about the proposed research plan and 
public hearing on the subject was published in the Federal Register on 
June 5, 1996, at 61 FR 28547. The FMCSA awarded a contract with a 
medical center to develop medically-based recommendations for amending 
the current Federal vision requirements. Recommendations were delivered 
in October, 1998. These recommendations are being evaluated and 
considered in deciding what, if any, further proposals should be made 
concerning the vision standard. Based on the findings of the medical 
panel, the FMCSA anticipates publishing an NPRM to amend its regulation 
governing the visual field requirement in the vision standard.
New legislation (Section 4007 of the Transportation Equity Act for the 
21st Century (TEA-21), Public Law 105-178) enacted effective June 9, 
1998, changes the agency's authority to issue waivers and exemptions. 
The procedures to implement the new authority were published in the 
Federal Register on December 8, 1998 (63 FR 67600). We are now 
considering all requests for exemptions from the vision requirements in 
the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/28/92                     57 FR 6793
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/28/92
Notice Request for Comments     06/05/96                    61 FR 28547
Interim Final Rule              12/08/98                    63 FR 67600
NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Under RIN 2125-AD73, the predecessor agency to 
the FMCSA, adopted a final rule to allow drivers holding valid waivers 
from both the vision and diabetes standards to continue to operate in 
interstate commerce after March 31, 1996. See 61 FR 606 (Jan. 8, 1996) 
(notice of proposed rulemaking); 61 FR 13338 (March 26, 1996) (final 
rule) 61 FR 17253 (April 19, 1996) (final rule; technical correction). 
(See notices published at 57 FR 6793, February 28, 1992; 57 FR 10295, 
March 25, 1992; 57 FR 22370, June 3, 1992; 59 FR 50887, October 6, 
1994; 59 FR 59386, November 17, 1994.
Transferred from RIN 2125-AC62.

Agency Contact: Sandra L. Zywokarte, Health and Welfare Specialist, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSD, 
400 Seventh Street, NW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2987

RIN: 2126-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________




2298. +MINIMUM TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATORS AND TRAINING 
INSTRUCTORS OF MULTIPLE TRAILER COMBINATION VEHICLES

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL 
104-4.

Legal Authority: PL 102-240, sec 4007(b)(2)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 383

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 18, 1993.

Abstract: This action proposes minimum training requirements for 
operators of multiple trailer combination vehicles and the instructors 
who train these operators. The training would include certification of 
an operator's proficiency by an instructor who has met the requirements 
established by the Secretary of Transportation. This action is 
significant due to public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/15/93                     58 FR 4638
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/16/93
NPRM                            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AC92.

Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, State Programs Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-ESS, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5014

RIN: 2126-AA08
_______________________________________________________________________




2299. +TRAINING FOR ENTRY-LEVEL DRIVERS OF COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 102-240, sec 4007

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 383

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, December 18, 1992.
Final, Statutory, December 18, 1993.

Abstract: This action is in response to section 4007 of the Motor 
Carrier Act of 1991 (title IV of the Intermodal Surface Transportation 
Efficiency Act of 1991). The Department has initiated a rulemaking on 
the need to require training of all entry-level drivers of commercial 
motor vehicles. The agency has submitted a report to Congress (02/05/
96) on the effectiveness of private sector efforts to ensure adequate 
training of all entry-level drivers. This report included a cost-
benefit study of requiring training of entry-level drivers. Public 
comments have been solicited on the report. This rulemaking action is 
considered significant because of substantial public interest.

[[Page 25870]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/21/93                    58 FR 33874
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/20/93
Report to Congress              02/05/96
Notice of Availability          04/25/96                    61 FR 18355
NPRM                            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The report is available through the National 
Technical Information Service (Order No. PB96-141536). For further 
information, please call 703 487-4650.
Transferred from RIN 2125-AD05.

Agency Contact: David Lehrman, Attorney, Office of Policy, Plans and 
Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0994

RIN: 2126-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________




2300. +COMMERCIAL DRIVER PHYSICAL FITNESS AS PART OF THE CDL PROCESS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 106-159, sec. 215; 49 USC 31305; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 1.73; 49 CFR 391.11; 49 
CFR 391.45

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FMCSA is proposing to include the certification of 
fitness to operate a CMV in the commercial driver's license (CDL) 
process. Incorporating the commercial driver fitness determination into 
State-administered CDL procedures could allow elimination of the 
requirement that CMV drivers carry a separate medical certificate. The 
CDL would be evidence that the CMV driver is physically fit as well as 
operationally qualified to operate CMVs safely. This action addresses 
the driver's physical qualifications as they relate to the CDL process; 
it does not address whether those standards are correct or should be 
changed. This action is significant due to anticipated substantial 
public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/15/94                    59 FR 36338
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/14/94
NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Please note the following notice publications 
with respect to the advisory committee: 04/29/96 at 61 FR 18713; 07/26/
96 at 61 FR 38133; 08/26/96 at 61 FR 43725; 10/07/96 at 61 FR 52401; 
11/05/96 at 61 FR 56936; 12/17/96 at 61 FR 66250; and 02/13/97 at 62 FR 
6753.
Transferred from RIN 2125-AD20.

Agency Contact: Teresa Doggett, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2990

RIN: 2126-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________




2301. SAFETY PERFORMANCE HISTORY OF NEW DRIVERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 508; 49 USC 31133; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31301 
et seq; 49 USC 31502; PL 103-311

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 382; 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 
1.73

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, January 1999, See PL 105-178, sec 
4014.

Abstract: This action proposes amending FMCSA regulations to specify 
minimum safety information that new or prospective employers must seek 
from former employers during the investigation of a driver's employment 
record. This action also proposes to increase the time period that 
carriers must record accident information in the accident register, 
from one to three years. The Hazardous Materials Reauthorization Act of 
1994 initially mandated this revision. The agency is now drafting a 
supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking in response to Small 
Business Administration (SBA) comments to the docket and section 4014 
of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) (Pub. L. 
105-178). The SBA requested more in-depth Paperwork Reduction Act and 
Regulatory Flexibility Act analyses of the proposal. The TEA-21 
provided limited employer protection from liability, strengthened 
employee due process provisions, and established a new statutory 
deadline of 1/99.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/14/96                    61 FR 10548
NPRM Comment Period End         05/13/96
SNPRM                           10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AD66.

Agency Contact: Valerie Height, Office of Policy, Plans and 
Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0901

RIN: 2126-AA17
_______________________________________________________________________




2302. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION; TELEVISION 
RECEIVERS AND DATA DISPLAY UNITS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 102-240; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The predecessor agency to the FMCSA proposed to amend the 
provision of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) 
concerning television viewers or screens in commercial motor vehicles. 
The agency was concerned that the current restrictions on the locations 
of such devices may have the unintended effect of discouraging the use 
of certain Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) technologies such as 
collision avoidance and traveler information systems which could 
improve the safety and efficiency of commercial vehicle operations. In 
response to comments to the April 3, 1993 notice of proposed rulemaking 
(61 FR 14733)

[[Page 25871]]

to rescind the regulation concerning television viewers or screens, the 
FMCSA is considering an SNPRM to propose retaining an explicit 
prohibition against television viewers or screens but revising the 
regulation to ensure that it does not impede the development and use of 
ITS-related technologies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/03/96                    61 FR 14733
NPRM Comment Period End         06/03/96
SNPRM                           10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AD76.

Agency Contact: Gary R. Woodford, Office of Bus and Truck Standards, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2978

RIN: 2126-AA19
_______________________________________________________________________




2303. +MOTOR CARRIER REPLACEMENT INFORMATION/REGISTRATION SYSTEM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 104-88; 49 USC 13908

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, January 1, 1998.

Abstract: This action is in response to the requirements of section 103 
of the Interstate Commerce Commission Termination Act of 1995, which 
added 49 USC 13908. This section requires the Secretary to initiate a 
rulemaking proceeding to replace the current DOT identification number 
system, single State registration system, the registration/licensing 
system, and the financial responsibility system, with a single, on-line 
Federal system. This action is considered significant due to 
substantial public interest. Statutory deadline was not met due to 
range and depth of issues involved.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/26/96                    61 FR 43816
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/25/96
NPRM                            08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: This action is incorporating the issues 
contained in RIN 2125-AC28.
Transferred from RIN 2125-AD91.

Agency Contact: Angeli Sebastian, Chief, Driver and Carrier Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PSV, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4001
Fax: 202 366-8842

RIN: 2126-AA22
_______________________________________________________________________




2304. +REVISION OF REGULATIONS AND APPLICATION FORM FOR MEXICAN-
DOMICILED MOTOR CARRIERS TO OPERATE IN U.S. MUNICIPALITIES AND 
COMMERCIAL ZONES ON THE U.S.-MEXICO BORDER

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 13907

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 368; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes collection of some new information and 
also proposes revisions to the registration application form filed by 
one of the two classes of Mexican motor carriers that operate in the 
U.S. This class of carriers operates in the U.S.-Mexico border 
commercial zones which existed prior to NAFTA. This action is intended 
to increase the information available concerning these Mexican property 
carriers' safety profiles. This action is significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE31.

Agency Contact: Pamela M. Pelcovits, Chief, Regulatory Development, 
Office of Policy, Plans and Regulations, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh 
Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4024

RIN: 2126-AA33
_______________________________________________________________________




2305. +APPLICATION BY CERTAIN MEXICAN MOTOR CARRIERS TO OPERATE BEYOND 
U.S. MUNICIPALITIES AND COMMERCIAL ZONES ON THE U.S.-MEXICO BORDER

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 553; 5 USC 559; 16 USC 1456; 49 USC 13101; 49 
USC 13301; 49 USC 13901 et seq; 49 USC 31138; 49 USC 31144

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 365; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes collection of some new information and 
also proposes revisions to the registration application form filed by 
one of the two classes of Mexican carriers that operate in the U.S. 
This class of carriers has operations that go beyond the established 
border commercial zones. This proposed unified application form would 
be used by both Mexican property and passenger carriers who provide 
services pursuant to provisions of NAFTA. This action is intended to 
increase the information available concerning these Mexican carriers' 
safety profiles. This action is significant because of substantial 
public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE32.

Agency Contact: Pamela M. Pelcovits, Chief, Regulatory Development, 
Office of Policy, Plans and Regulations, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh 
Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590

[[Page 25872]]

Phone: 202 366-4024

RIN: 2126-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________




2306. +SAFETY MONITORING SYSTEM AND COMPLIANCE INITIATIVE FOR MEXICAN 
MOTOR CARRIERS OPERATING IN THE UNITED STATES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 113; 49 USC 504; 49 USC 521(b)(5)(A); 49 USC 
5113; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31144; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would implement an accelerated safety fitness 
screen as part of the Motor Carrier Management Information System 
(MCMIS). A new screening program is being targeted to collect more 
information on Mexican carriers. The data will be collected and stored 
using the existing systems and information gathering structures that 
are used for domestic carriers. The data collected will be used to 
oversee operations of both classes of Mexican motor carriers, those 
operating in the U.S.-Mexico border commercial zones and those 
operating in the U.S. pursuant to the various entry provisions of 
NAFTA. This action is significant due to anticipated public interest 
and safety-related issues.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE33.

Agency Contact: Pamela M. Pelcovits, Chief, Regulatory Development, 
Office of Policy, Plans and Regulations, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh 
Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4024

RIN: 2126-AA35
_______________________________________________________________________




2307. OUT-OF-SERVICE CRITERIA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31133; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31310; 49 USC 
31502; PL 104-59

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 395; 49 CFR 396; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action seeks public comment on the ``North American 
Uniform Out-of-Service Criteria'' (OOS Criteria). During roadside 
inspections, Federal, State, and local safety inspectors use the OOS 
Criteria as a guide in determining whether to place commercial motor 
vehicles (CMVs), or their drivers, ``out of service.'' Such a status 
means that the CMVs or drivers are so unsafe that corrections must be 
undertaken before operations can resume. The FHWA is seeking public 
comment on the future scope and effect of the OOS Criteria, which are 
not part of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). In 
addition, the FMCSA is seeking information regarding whether it needs 
to formalize these guidelines pursuant to a notice and comment 
rulemaking.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/20/98                    63 FR 38791
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/18/98
Extension of Comment Period     10/09/98                    63 FR 54432
Comment Period End              12/08/98
Next action                     12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE35.

Agency Contact: Gary Golas, Office of Bus and Truck Standards, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA36
_______________________________________________________________________




2308. SAFETY FITNESS PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31144

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA, the predecessor agency to the FMCSA, published a 
final rule of RIN 2125-AC71 at 62 FR 60035 on November 6, 1997, which 
incorporated the safety fitness rating methodology (SFRM) into 49 CFR 
385 as appendix B. In that document the FHWA identified its ultimate 
goal as creating a more performance-based means of determining the 
fitness of carriers to conduct commercial motor vehicle (CMV) 
operations in interstate commerce. The ANPRM requested comments on the 
future of a rating system that could be used both in making safety 
fitness determinations and meeting the demands of shippers, insurers 
and other present and potential users interested in evaluating motor 
carrier performance.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/20/98                    63 FR 38788
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/18/98
NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE37.

Agency Contact: William C. Hill, Office of Bus and Truck Standards and 
Operations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PSD, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6347

RIN: 2126-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________




2309. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; ZERO-BASE REVISION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 113; 49 USC 501; 49 USC 504; 49 USC 13101; 49 
USC 13301; 49 USC 13902; 49 USC 31101; 49 USC 31132; 49 USC 31136; 49 
USC 31301; 49 USC 31502; PL 104-88

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 325; 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 398; 49 CFR 399; 49 CFR 
1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FMCSA is revising the Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Regulations (FMCSRs) and related

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regulations. In 1992, a ``Zero-Base Review'' was launched to improve 
the organization, format and clarity of the FMCSRs and collateral 
regulations. This proposal represents the most recent phase of a 
``zero-based'' review of motor carrier safety regulations to establish 
more effective, enforceable requirements. This action is the product of 
that review. It proposes provisions that could affect public safety and 
potentially raises novel policy issues concerning federalism.
The FMCSA plans to release the new rulebook in an incremental fashion 
to allow an ordered approach to analyzing comments. We will ensure that 
the final product is a unified, consistent and compatible rulebook. The 
completed rulebook would constitute a major rewrite of the FMCSRs, 
including significant format and organizational changes, as well as a 
significant decrease in administration, recordkeeping, and paperwork 
burdens. This action is significant under the regulatory policies and 
procedures of the DOT because of substantial public interest concerning 
motor carrier safety issues.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Additional Information: Previous rulemakings from this comprehensive 
effort have included removing and redesignating redundant or obsolete 
safety regulations (RIN 2125-AD55 and RIN 2125-AD28) and more 
substantive and complex revisions of the FMCSRs (RIN 2125-AD72). This 
action is also incorporating the issues contained in 2125-AD64.
Transferred from RIN 2125-AE42.

Agency Contact: Valerie Height, Office of Policy, Plans and 
Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0901

RIN: 2126-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________




2310. COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE STANDARDS; REQUIREMENTS AND PENALTIES; 
NONCOMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE VIOLATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 106-159, sec 201(b); PL 106-159, sec 202(h)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 384

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 9, 2000, PL 106-159, sec 
201(b).

Abstract: The FMCSA proposes regulations specifying that a driver who 
holds a commercial driver's license (CDL) and is convicted of a drug- 
or alcohol-related offense or another offense that results in the 
revocation, cancellation, or suspension of the CDL, while operating a 
noncommercial motor vehicle, be disqualified from operating a 
commercial motor vehicle. This action is required by sections 201(b) 
and 202(h) of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: David R. Miller, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Policy, Plans and Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5011

RIN: 2126-AA55
_______________________________________________________________________




2311. CONFORMING AMENDMENTS TO DOT DRUG AND ALCOHOL RULE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 102; 49 USC 301; 49 USC 322; 49 USC 5331; 49 
USC 20140; 49 USC 31306; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 40; 49 CFR 382; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is a conforming amendment resulting from changes 
to the Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing 
Programs regulations under 49 CFR part 40. The Department of 
Transportation (DOT) expects to finalize revisions to its drug and 
alcohol testing procedures regulation to make the organization and 
language of the regulation clearer, to incorporate guidance and 
interpretations of the rule into its text, and to update the rule to 
include new provisions responding to changes in technology, the testing 
industry, and the Department's program. Each DOT modal administration 
must amend its implementing regulations to reflect these changes. The 
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration proposes to amend 49 CFR 
part 382, the drug and alcohol testing rules for the motor carrier 
industry, as appropriate.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kenny Rodgers, Office of Enforcement and Compliance, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-ECE, 400 Seventh Street NW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4016

RIN: 2126-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________




2312. +NEW ENTRANT SAFETY ASSURANCE PROCESS

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: PL 106-159, sec 210

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, PL 106-159, sec 210.

Abstract: This action will establish minimum requirements for new 
entrant motor carriers to ensure that they are knowledgeable about 
applicable Federal motor carrier safety standards. After ensuring that 
they are knowledgeable, the new entrants will operate for 18 months in 
which time they must pass a safety review in order to receive permanent 
operating authority. This rule is significant because of public and 
congressional interest in rules required by MCSIA.

[[Page 25874]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: William C. Hill, Office of Bus and Truck Standards and 
Operations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PSD, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6347

RIN: 2126-AA59
_______________________________________________________________________




2313. +COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE STANDARDS; REQUIREMENTS AND 
PENALTIES; COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE PROGRAM IMPROVEMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: PL 106-159, sec 103(c); PL 106-159, sec 103(e); PL 
106-159, sec 201(c); PL 106-159, sec 202; PL 106-159, sec 203; PL 106-
159, sec 208; PL 106-159, sec 214

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 350; 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 384

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend various provisions of the Commercial 
Driver's License (CDL) program requirements to implement changes 
mandated by the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999. Specific 
issues to be addressed include the following:
(1) Emergency grants to States in non-compliance with CDL requirements;
(2) Withholding MCSAP funds from States in non-compliance with CDL 
requirements;
(3) Disqualification for driving while suspended; Disqualified and 
causing a fatality;
(4) Emergency disqualification of drivers posing an imminent hazard;
(5) Expanding the definition of serious traffic violations;
(6) Expanded driver record check;
(7) New notification requirements;
(8) Prohibition on hardship license to drivers who lose base license;
(9) Penalties for violating minimum licensing requirements;
(10) Maintaining a record of all violations;
(11) Masking prohibition;
(12) Decertification of State CDL programs for non-compliance;
(13) Definition of imminent hazard;
(14) School bus endorsement.
This rule is significant because of public and congressional interest 
in rules required by MCSIA.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, State Programs Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-ESS, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5014

RIN: 2126-AA60
_______________________________________________________________________




2314. RULES OF PRACTICE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 106-159, sec 205

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 386

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FMCSA proposes to adopt procedural rules in order to 
conduct administrative proceedings under sections 205, 206 and 219 of 
the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999 (MCSIA). These 
sections provide for the suspension and revocation of motor carrier 
registrations issued under 49 U.S.C. 13902, the issuance of cessation 
of operation orders, and disqualifications from operation orders issued 
against Mexican motor carriers. On February 16, 2000, the FMCSA issued 
a final rule amending the Rules of Practice to include violations of 
commercial regulations. However, this modification to the 
administrative rules applied only to civil penalty proceedings.
The FMCSA believes that specific procedures should be established to 
provide guidance to the public and provide adequate notice and 
information to the respondents in other administrative proceedings. The 
FMCSA proposes to establish a modified procedure which would resolve 
most proceedings based upon written submissions. Grounds for requesting 
an oral hearing would be delineated and an appeal process would be 
established. The FMCSA will also propose the creation of specific 
``Administrator Orders'' designed to implement the new enforcement 
provisions of the MCSIA. Effective on 04/16/2001, a final rule 
implements section 206 of MCSIA by amending the penalty provisions of 
the rules of practice of the FMCSRs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David Lehrman, Attorney, Office of Policy, Plans and 
Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0994

RIN: 2126-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________




2315. +CERTIFICATION OF SAFETY AUDITORS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 106-159, sec 211

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, December 9, 2000.

Abstract: This rule would require that any safety inspection, audit, or 
review be conducted by a certified investigator. It would give the 
FMCSA authority to decertify an investigator, including a third-party 
investigator, for failure to meet the prescribe certification 
standards. It is required by section 211 of the Motor Carrier Safety 
Improvement Act of 1999 (MCSIA). This rule is significant because of 
public and congressional interest in rules required by MCSIA.

[[Page 25875]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William C. Hill, Office of Bus and Truck Standards and 
Operations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PSD, 400 7th Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6347

RIN: 2126-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2316. RULES OF PRACTICE FOR MOTOR CARRIER PROCEEDINGS; INVESTIGATIONS; 
DISQUALIFICATIONS AND PENALTIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 113; 49 USC 307

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 301; 49 CFR 302; 49 CFR 303; 49 CFR 304; 49 CFR 
385; 49 CFR 386

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FMCSA proposes to amend its rules of practice for motor 
carrier safety, hazardous materials, and other enforcement proceedings, 
motor carrier safety ratings, driver qualification proceedings and its 
schedule of penalties for violations of the FMCSRs and the Hazardous 
Materials Regulations. The FMCSA further proposes to add provisions on 
investigative authority and procedures and general motor carrier 
responsibilities. These rules would increase the efficiency of the 
procedures, enhance due process and the awareness of the public and 
regulated community, and accommodate recent programmatic changes. The 
rules would apply to all motor carriers, other business entities and 
individuals involved in motor carrier safety and hazardous materials 
administrative actions on the effective date of the final rule. The 
rules would constitute the major part of the administrative/procedural 
portion of the agency's zero-base revision of the entire FMCSRs. This 
action is being incorporated into 2126-AA39, ``Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Regulations; Zero-Base Revision''.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/29/96                    61 FR 18866
NPRM Comment Period End         07/29/96
SNPRM                           10/21/96                    61 FR 54601
SNPRM Comment Period End        11/20/96
Final Action                    11/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: A final rule published on November 6, 1997, 
(RIN 2125-AC71), incorporated the proposed provision designated as 
section 362.107 in the April 29 NPRM. This section with minor changes 
was incorporated as section 385.17. A final rule regarding adjustments 
to civil penalties due to inflation was published under a separate 
rulemaking action (RIN 2105-AC63) on 3/13/98.
Transferred from RIN 2125-AD64.

Agency Contact: Valerie Height, Office of Policy, Plans and 
Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0901

RIN: 2126-AA15
_______________________________________________________________________




2317. +RAILROAD-HIGHWAY GRADE CROSSING SAFETY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 102-240; PL 103-311; 49 USC 5101; 49 USC 31136; 49 
USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 392; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 26, 1995.

Abstract: This action prohibits operators of commercial motor vehicles 
from driving onto a railroad grade crossing unless there is sufficient 
space to drive completely through the crossing without stopping. The 
intent of this action is to reduce the incidence of collisions between 
trains and CMVs. This action is required by the Hazardous Materials 
Transportation Authorization Act of 1994 (PL 103-311; sec. 112). This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/30/98                    63 FR 40691
NPRM Comment Period End         11/27/98
Final Action                    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AD75.

Agency Contact: David Lehrman, Attorney, Office of Policy, Plans and 
Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0994

RIN: 2126-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________




2318. DEVELOPMENT OF A NORTH AMERICAN STANDARD FOR PROTECTION AGAINST 
SHIFTING AND FALLING CARGO

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FMCSA is proposing amendments to its regulations 
concerning cargo securement requirements for commercial motor vehicles 
engaged in interstate commerce. The FMCSA intends to consider adopting 
new cargo securement guidelines that will be based upon the results of 
a multi-year comprehensive research program to evaluate current 
regulations and

[[Page 25876]]

industry practices. The FMCSA has requested comments on the process to 
be used in developing these preliminary cargo securement guidelines. 
The FMCSA completed work on this research program with the Canadian 
Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA), State and Provincial 
agencies responsible for motor carrier safety activities, the 
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), and U.S. and Canadian 
industry groups.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/17/96                    61 FR 54142
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/16/96
Notice of Meeting               04/21/97                    62 FR 19252
NPRM                            12/18/00                    65 FR 79050
NPRM Comment Period End         03/19/01
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE05.

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Chief, Vehicle and Roadside Operations, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4012

RIN: 2126-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________




2319. MINIMUM LEVELS OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR MEXICAN MOTOR 
CARRIERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31138; 49 USC 31139

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 387; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FMCSA is considering proposing to amend part 387, Minimum 
Levels of Financial Responsibility for motor carriers transporting 
passengers to clarify and amend the financial responsibility 
requirement for Mexican motor carriers who operate commercial motor 
vehicles in the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: The FMCSA will issue a final rule to conform to 
any executive actions affecting Mexican carriers.
Transferred from RIN 2125-AE14.

Agency Contact: Pamela M. Pelcovits, Chief, Regulatory Development, 
Office of Policy, Plans and Regulations, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh 
Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4024

RIN: 2126-AA30
_______________________________________________________________________




2320. FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; WAIVERS, EXEMPTIONS, AND 
PILOT PROGRAMS; RULES AND PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31315; PL 105-178, sec 4007

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 381

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 9, 1998.

Abstract: The FMCSA is adopting regulations to implement section 4007 
of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), 
concerning waivers and exemptions from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Regulations (FMCSRs), and the Administration of pilot programs to 
evaluate innovative alternatives to the regulations. The regulations 
establish the procedures persons must follow to request waivers and to 
apply for exemptions from the FMCSRs, and the procedures the FMCSA will 
use to process the requests for waivers and applications for 
exemptions. The regulations also codify statutory requirements 
concerning the agency's administration of pilot programs. This 
rulemaking is intended to provide procedures to ensure the timely 
processing of requests for waivers and applications for exemptions, and 
public disclosure of the procedures the agency would use in initiating 
and managing pilot programs. The FHWA, the predecessor agency to the 
FMCSA has issued an interim final rule, with an opportunity for public 
comment after publication in order to meet the statutory deadline for 
issuance of a final rule (180 days after date of enactment of TEA-21).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/08/98                    63 FR 67600
Interim Final Rule Effective    12/08/98
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/08/99
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE48.

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Chief, Vehicle and Roadside Operations, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4012

RIN: 2126-AA41
_______________________________________________________________________




2321. BRAKE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR CMVS INSPECTED BY PERFORMANCE-
BASED BRAKE TESTERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 102-240, sec 1041(b); 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FMCSA is proposing to amend the Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Regulations (FMSCRs) to establish pass/fail criteria for use 
with performance based brake testers (PBBTs), which measure the braking 
performance of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). The specific types of 
PBBTs addressed in this action are the roller dynamometer, breakaway 
torque tester, and flat-plate tester. This proposal would allow State 
and local enforcement officials to issue citations

[[Page 25877]]

based on PBBT braking force measurements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/09/00                    65 FR 48660
NPRM Comment Period End         10/10/00
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE69.

Agency Contact: Gary R. Woodford, Office of Bus and Truck Standards, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2978

RIN: 2126-AA46
_______________________________________________________________________




2322. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR 
OPERATORS OF SMALL PASSENGER-CARRYING COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES USED IN 
INTERSTATE COMMERCE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 13301; 49 USC 13902; 49 USC 31132; 49 USC 
31133; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502; 49 USC 31504; PL 104-88, sec 204

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1.73; 49 CFR 390

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 9, 2000, PL 106-159, sec 
212.

Abstract: The FMCSA is proposing to amend the Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to require that motor carriers operating 
commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), designed or used to transport between 
9 and 15 passengers (including the driver) in interstate commerce, 
comply with the FMCSRs when they are directly compensated for such 
service, and the transportation of any passenger covers a distance 
greater than 75 air miles (86.3 statute miles or 138.9 kilometers). 
Motor carriers, drivers, and the vehicles operated by them would be 
subject to the same safety requirements imposed upon motorcoach 
operations, with the exception of the commercial driver's license, 
controlled substances and alcohol testing regulations. The agency is 
proposing that any requirements implemented be made applicable to these 
motor carriers 90 days after the effective date of the final rule. This 
action is is response to section 212 of the Motor Carrier Safety 
Improvement Act of 1999 (MCSIA).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/11/01                     66 FR 2767
NPRM Comment Period End         04/11/01
Final                           12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Chief, Vehicle and Roadside Operations, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4012

RIN: 2126-AA52
_______________________________________________________________________




2323. MOTOR CARRIER IDENTIFICATION REPORT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 106-159, sec 217

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 9, 2000, PL 106-159, sec 
217.

Abstract: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is amending 
the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to revise the 
requirements for filing the Motor Carrier Identification Report (MCS-
150). This action is in response to the Motor Carrier Safety 
Improvement Act of 1999 (MCSIA). Section 217 of MCSIA requires the 
FMCSA to require periodic updating, not more frequently than once every 
2 years, of the motor carrier identification report filed by each motor 
carrier conducting operations in interstate or foreign commerce. Motor 
carriers are presently required to file this report prior to commencing 
operations. As a result of this action, the FMCSA will also require 
motor carriers to file an update of the report every 24 months.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/24/00                    65 FR 70509
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      01/23/01
Final Action                    09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Deborah M. Freund, Senior Transportation Specialist, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC
Phone: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA57
_______________________________________________________________________




2324. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION; GENERAL 
AMENDMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 102-240, sec 1041(b); 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 392; 49 CFR 393

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FMCSA is amending part 393 of the Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe 
Operation. The amendments are intended to remove obsolete and redundant 
regulations; respond to several petitions for rulemaking; provide 
improved definitions of vehicle types, systems, and components; resolve 
inconsistencies between part 393 and the National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration's Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (49 CFR 
571); and codify certain FMCSA regulatory guidance concerning the 
requirements of part 393. Generally, the amendments do not involve the 
establishment of new or more stringent requirements but a clarification 
of existing requirements. This action is consistent with the 
President's Regulatory Reinvention Initiative and furthers the FMCSA's 
ongoing Zero-Base Regulatory Review in that it proposes to make many 
sections more concise, easier to understand and more performance 
oriented.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/14/97                    62 FR 18170
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/12/97                    62 FR 32066

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NPRM Comment Period End         06/13/97
Comment Period End              07/28/97
Public Meeting                  02/20/98                     63 FR 8606
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AD76.

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Chief, Vehicle and Roadside Operations, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4012

RIN: 2126-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________




2325. FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; MISCELLANEOUS TECHNICAL 
AMENDMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 113

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 301; 49 CFR 325; 49 CFR 356; 49 CFR 360; 49 CFR 
365; 49 CFR 366; 49 CFR 367; 49 CFR 368; 49 CFR 370; 49 CFR 371; 49 CFR 
372; 49 CFR 374; 49 CFR 375; 49 CFR 376; 49 CFR 377; 49 CFR 379; 49 CFR 
381; 49 CFR 382; 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 384; 49 CFR 387; 49 CFR 388; 49 CFR 
389; 49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 392; 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 395; 49 CFR 
397; 49 CFR 398

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action makes technical amendments throughout 49 CFR 
chapter III to those rules containing incorrect references to agency 
and office organizations. Additionally, outdated citations to statutory 
and regulatory authority are amended. Typographical errors are 
corrected and extraneous wording is eliminated. These technical 
amendments are necessary because of the formation of the FMCSA and they 
will reflect current organizational structure, processes and 
requirements. The amendments will not make any substantive changes in 
the wording or organization of the rules affected.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Janet Nunn, Office of Policy, Plans, and Regulations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2797

RIN: 2126-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2326. +COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE STANDARDS; BIOMETRIC IDENTIFIER

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 100-690, sec 9105

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 383

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 31, 1990.

Abstract: The Truck and Bus Regulatory Reform Act of 1988 (1) required 
the DOT Secretary to issue regulations establishing minimum uniform 
standards for a biometric identification system for commercial motor 
vehicle (CMV) operators; and (2) authorized the Secretary to use 
specific funds to implement a pilot demonstration project using such a 
system. Alternatives including retinal eye scans and advanced 
fingerprint technologies were considered. After analyzing public 
comments to the ANPRM and reviewing demonstration project results, the 
FHWA, predecessor agency to the FMCSA, determined that current 
technology had not progressed to the point where an identification 
system could be established nationwide in a cost-effective manner and 
still provide the benefits for which a system was intended. The FHWA 
subsequently published an informational notice summarizing the results 
of the pilot study and the comments to the ANPRM to demonstrate how the 
technologies studied fell short of the demands in a commercial 
licensing environment.
Section 4011(c) of the TEA-21, 49 USC 31308 amended, requires that each 
commercial driver's license (CDL) issued by the States after January 1, 
2001, must include unique identifiers (which may include biometric 
identifiers); however, as a minimum, unique identifiers in CDLs must 
contain the name, address, and physical description of the individual 
issued the CDL; the social security number or other number or 
information to identify the individual; the class or type of CMV the 
individual is authorized to operate; the name of the State that issued 
the license, and the dates the license is valid.
A pilot study to collect over 30,000 sample digital facial images and 
sets of fingerprints from volunteers -- which had been delayed because 
of software problems -- is currently scheduled to get underway in March 
2001, with California as the lead State. Estimated date of completion 
is February 2002. Therefore, no further action will be taken until 
completion of the pilot study.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/15/89                    54 FR 20875
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/14/89
Information Notice              03/08/91                     56 FR 9925


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AC24.

Agency Contact: Ronald Finn, Transportation Specialist, State Programs 
Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-ESS, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0647

RIN: 2126-AA01

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_______________________________________________________________________




2327. COMMERCIAL LEARNER PERMITS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; PL 99-570; 49 USC 31102

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 384; 49 CFR 383; 49 CFR 386; 49 CFR 395; 49 CFR 
1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA, the predecessor agency to the Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Administration (FMCSA), reviewed learner permit practices of the 
states for processing a driver from the initial non-CDL driver to being 
a fully licensed CDL driver. A number of variations in state learner 
permit practices were found. The FHWA planned to establish more uniform 
practices, such as: 1) screening drivers before permitting them to 
initially drive a CMV without having obtained a full CDL; 2) the length 
of time a state allows the driver to hold a learner's permit; 3) 
procedures for drivers to obtain CDL training in a state other than 
their normal residency; 4) supervision requirements for learner permit 
drivers; 5) commercial driver license information systems (CDLIS) 
recordkeeping requirements. However, the next action in this project is 
now undetermined as the FMCSA evaluates it in connection with several 
requirements of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/22/90                    55 FR 34478
NPRM Comment Period End         10/22/90
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
11/30/90                        10/23/90                    55 FR 42741


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Because other regulatory changes have been made 
since the NPRM was published in 1990, the FMCSA intends to issue a 
supplemental NPRM to solicit comments on including additional 
requirements consistent with changes in the CDL program.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 08/22/90, 55 FR 34478
Transferred from RIN 2125-AC54.

Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, State Programs Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-ESS, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5014

RIN: 2126-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________




2328. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; GENERAL TRANSPORTATION 
OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5105; 49 USC 5109

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 390.3; 49 CFR 397; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 1991.

Abstract: This rulemaking will implement the statutory requirements of 
49 USC 5109 and 49 USC 5105. Section 5109 addresses the establishment 
of motor carrier safety permit regulations for motor carriers 
transporting Class A or B explosives, liquefied natural gases, 
hazardous materials designated as extremely toxic by inhalation, or 
highway route controlled quantity radioactive materials. Section 5105 
requires inspection of vehicles transporting those radioactive 
materials before each trip. The proposed rule will incorporate those 
provisions into the safety permit regulations. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public and congressional 
interest and safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/17/93                    58 FR 33418
NPRM Comment Period End         08/16/93


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AC78.

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Chief, Vehicle and Roadside Operations, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4012

RIN: 2126-AA07
_______________________________________________________________________




2329. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION; SLEEPER BERTHS 
ON MOTOR COACHES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Comments have been sought on the suitability of existing 
driver sleeper berth regulations for motor coaches and possible 
amendment to account for design differences between trucks and motor 
coaches.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/12/94                     59 FR 1706
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/14/94


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AD25.

Agency Contact: Philip Hanley, Office of Bus and Truck Standards and 
Operations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6811

RIN: 2126-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________




2330. +HOURS OF SERVICE OF DRIVERS; DRIVER REST AND SLEEP FOR SAFE 
OPERATIONS (RULEMAKING RESULTING FROM A SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL 
104-4.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502; PL 84-939; PL 98-554; PL 
103-311; PL 104-59; PL 74-255; PL 106-159; PL 104-88; PL 106-159

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1.73; 49 CFR 395

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Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, March 1, 1996, ANPRM. PL 104-88,sec 
408(a).
NPRM, Statutory, November 5, 1997, PL 104-88, sec 408(b).
Final, Statutory, November 5, 1999, PL 104-88, sec 408(b).

Abstract: This action would revise the regulations for commercial motor 
vehicle driver rest requirements and duty period limitations for safe 
highway transportation. A broad rulemaking is required by the ICC 
Termination Act of 1995 (ICCTA). Other congressional actions prior to 
the ICCTA require modifications to the current rules.
This rulemaking responds to public and congressional interest in 
regulating commercial motor vehicle driver rest requirements, the 
NTSB's safety recommendations, petitions for rulemaking, and scientific 
data. There is substantial public and congressional interest in the 
regulation of medium- and heavy-duty truck and bus drivers' sleep, off-
duty, and working periods of time. The FMCSA has proposed new rules 
based upon comments and scientific data submitted to the advance notice 
of proposed rulemaking docket. The proposal includes an initial 
regulatory flexibility analysis, a cost-benefit analysis, an unfunded 
mandates analysis, and a paperwork reduction analysis. This action is 
considered significant because of substantial public and congressional 
interest.

Statement of Need: The motor carrier industry requires 24-hour 
activities to meet the operational demands of a healthy U.S. economy. 
Growth in long-haul, regional, overnight, local, for-hire and private 
carriage operations is increasing with the unprecedented growth of the 
U.S. economy. Therefore, night work, shift work, and irregular work 
schedules continue to be commonplace.

The scientific knowledge about sleep, sleep disorders, circadian 
physiology, fatigue, and performance decrements has also grown. One of 
the purposes of this rulemaking is to incorporate as much of the 
scientific knowledge as possible into the applicable regulations.

Summary of Legal Basis: Section 31136 of title 49, United States Code, 
authorizes the Secretary of Transportation to prescribe minimum safety 
standards for commercial motor vehicles under the Motor Carrier Safety 
Act of 1984 (Pub. L. 98-554, Title II, October 30, 1984). Regulations 
prescribed under this section must ensure that: (1) commercial motor 
vehicles are operated safely; (2) the responsibilities imposed on 
operators of commercial motor vehicles do not impair their ability to 
operate the vehicle safely (3) the physical condition of operators of 
commercial motor vehicles is adequate to enable them to operate the 
vehicles safely; and (4) the operation of commercial motor vehicles 
does not have a deleterious effect on the physical condition of the 
operators.

Section 31502 of Title 49, United States Code, authorizes the Secretary 
of Transportation to prescribe maximum hours-of-service and 
qualifications requirements for operators of motor carriers when needed 
to promote the safety of operations under the Motor Carrier Act of 1935 
(Pub. L. 74-255, August 9, 1935) and the Migrant Farm Workers-
Regulation of Interstate Transportation Act (Public Law 84-939, August 
3, 1956)
Section 113 of the Hazardous Materials Transportation Authorization Act 
of 1994 (Pub. L. 103-311, August 26, 1994) requires the Secretary of 
Transportation to prescribe regulations amending part 395 to improve 
the compliance by commercial motor vehicle drivers and motor carriers 
with HOS requirements and the effectiveness and efficiency of Federal 
and State enforcement officers reviewing such compliance.
Section 345 of the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995 
(Pub. L. 104-59, November 28, 1995) created four specific exemptions 
from the hours-of-service-of-drivers requirements of part 395. A fifth 
exemption applied only to commercial driver licensing-related 
requirements requiring testing of operators for alcohol and controlled 
substances. The Secretary of Transportation was authorized to conduct 
rulemaking, except for the water well drilling hours-of-service 
exemption, to negate or modify the exemptions upon a determination, 
after a rulemaking proceeding, that the exemption is not in the public 
interest and would have a significant adverse impact on the safety of 
commercial motor vehicles.
Section 408 of the ICC Termination Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-88, 
December 29, 1995) requires the Federal Highway Administration 
(functions transferred to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration under Pub. L. 106-59) to issue a final rule dealing with 
a variety of fatigue-related issues pertaining to commercial motor 
vehicle safety (including 8 hours of continuous sleep after 10 hours of 
driving, loading and unloading operations, automated and tamper-proof 
recording devices, rest and recovery cycles, fatigue and stress in 
longer combination vehicles, fitness for duty, and other appropriate 
regulatory and enforcement countermeasures for reducing fatigue-related 
incidents and increasing driver-alertness).

Alternatives: The FMCSA proposes replacing the current daily maximum 
15-hour on-duty, maximum 10-hour-driving, minimum 8-hour-off-duty 
periods and weekly 60-hour-in-seven-day sliding week with an 
alternative set of rules based upon scientific knowledge and submitted 
comments. The FMCSA is considering different regulations for different 
types of drivers, operations, or classification of vehicles.

The FMCSA will also consider modifying the information collection 
burdens that have been placed upon the motor carrier industry, 
including the following types of recordkeeping methods: (1) Reducing 
the required items on the record of duty status (log book); (2) adding 
electronic on-board recording devices to commercial motor vehicles; (3) 
adding global positioning system on-board recording devices to 
commercial motor vehicles; (4) eliminating all FMCSA hours-of-service 
record keeping requirements while relying exclusively on the 
duplicative hours-of-service record keeping system of records required 
by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Fair Labor Standards Act of 
1938, as amended.
The FMCSA is proposing a revision to the hours-of-service regulations 
to require motor carriers to provide their drivers with better 
opportunities to obtain sleep than the current rules, and thereby 
reduce the risk of drivers operating CMVs while fatigued and reduce the 
number of crashes involving these drivers. We estimate that 755 
fatalities and 19,705 injuries occur each year on the Nation's roads 
because of drowsy, tired or fatigued CMV drivers.
The proposed rules would make three major changes. First, and most 
importantly, the new rules would be science-based (related to sleep 
cycles) and put all drivers in a 24-hour daily

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cycle. Second, they would reduce the total number of hours behind the 
wheel in a given 24-hour cycle to no more than 12 hours. Under current 
rules, a driver can reach the 60-hour on-duty limit in less than 4 
days, and the 70-hour limit in less than 5 days. Third, long-haul and 
regional drivers (who spend one or more off-duty periods away from 
their normal work reporting locations) would be required, eventually, 
to use electronic on-board recording devices (EOBRs). These proposed 
changes would abandon a one-size-fits-all approach to work-rest cycles 
and adopt different rest periods for different types of operations.
The NPRM is a proposal. The FMCSA has extensively solicited public 
comments at 8 public hearings. Continuing the public dialogue is 
critical to a complete understanding of the issues and insuring that 
FMCSA can make reasoned and appropriate decisions about the next steps 
in the rulemaking process.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The FMCSA has placed a Preliminary 
Regulatory Evaluation (PRE) in the docket. The PRE evaluates five 
options, based on identified key parameters. The selected option, which 
divides the industry into different types of motor carrier operations, 
is projected to save 115 lives and 2,995 injuries per year with a total 
net benefit of almost $3.359 billion, assuming that 15 percent of CMV-
involved crashes are fatigue-related. Readers are directed to the PRE 
and the preamble of the NPRM for additional information.

Risks: Fatigue is increasingly becoming the focus of possible causes 
following many crashes. Driver reports of being fatigued to the point 
of incapacity are not uncommon, and intuitively, it is reasonable, 
given the sheer volume of traffic, to expect fatigue to be a factor in 
future crashes if the regulations are not corrected. Fatigue was 
identified by the industry, public, and government as the highest 
priority safety issue at a 1995 Truck and Bus Safety Summit in Kansas 
City, MO.

The FMCSA has established a goal to reduce by 50 percent over ten years 
the number of crashes involving any commercial motor vehicle. The FMCSA 
anticipates its proposal will reduce fatigue-related crashes by at 
least 15 percent each year to assist in its efforts to meet its overall 
goal of 50 percent crash reduction.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/05/96                    61 FR 57251
Notice of Meeting               02/11/97                     62 FR 6161
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/31/97
NPRM                            05/02/00                    65 FR 25540
Notice of Hearing               05/05/00                    65 FR 26166
Notice of Hearing               05/22/00                    65 FR 32070
Notice of change in hearing 
structure                       05/26/00                    65 FR 34132
NPRM; Correction                05/31/00                    65 FR 34904
Notice of Hearing               06/12/00                    65 FR 36809
Comment Period Extended         06/19/00                    65 FR 37956
Comment Period Extended; 
Roundtable Meetings             08/15/00                    65 FR 49780
NPRM Comment Period End         12/15/00


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AD93.
During the agency's broad section 610 review of the 65-year history of 
the rule and all its amendments and revisions, the agency identified 
that RINs 2125-AD52, 2125-AD81, 2126-AA16, and 2126-AA29 also contain 
pertinent actions that must be incorporated into this action. 
Therefore, the agency incorporated them and has published a combined 
proposal addressing the entire topic of hours-of-service of drivers and 
related recordkeeping issues.
The DOT Docket Management System now identifies this rulemaking as 
number FMCSA-1997-2350.
More Information on ``ALTERNATIVES'':
The FMCSA is proposing a revision to the hours-of-service regulations 
to require motor carriers to provide their drivers with better 
opportunities to obtain sleep than the current rules, and thereby 
reduce the risk of drivers operating CMVs while fatigued and reduce the 
number of crashes involving these drivers. We estimate that 755 
fatalities and 19,705 injuries occur each year on the Nation's roads 
because of drowsy, tired or fatigued CMV drivers.
The proposed rules would make three major changes. First, and most 
importantly, the new rules would be science-based (related to sleep 
cycles) and put all drivers in a 24-hour daily cycle. Second, they 
would reduce the total number of hours behind the wheel in a given 24-
hour cycle to no more than 12 hours. Under current rules, a driver can 
reach the 60-hour on-duty limit in less than 4 days, and the 70-hour 
limit in less than 5 days. Third, long-haul and regional drivers (who 
spend one or more off-duty periods away from their normal work 
reporting locations) would be required, eventually, to use electronic 
on-board recording devices (EOBRs). These proposed changes would 
abandon a one-size-fits-all approach to work-rest cycles and adopt 
different rest periods for different types of operations.
The NPRM is a proposal. The FMCSA has extensively solicited public 
comments at 8 public hearings and 3 public roundtable discussions. The 
agency has received more than 51,000 comments in docket no. FMCSA-97-
2350. The agency is reviewing these comments to ensure that it can make 
appropriate decisions about the next steps in the rulemaking process.

Sectors Affected: Multiple

Agency Contact: David R. Miller, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Policy, Plans and Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 366-5011

RIN: 2126-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________




2331. ELECTRONIC FILING OF SURETY BONDS, TRUST FUND AGREEMENTS, 
INSURANCE CERTIFICATES; CANCELLATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 104-88; 49 USC 13906

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 387.323

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes requiring all filings of surety bonds, 
trust fund agreements, insurance certificates and cancellations of 
these instruments to be accomplished

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electronically. Optional electronic filing has proven economical and 
efficient for both the FMCSA and for electronic filers. Given this 
success, cost of processing paper filings can no longer be justified. 
Mandatory electronic filings should not impose any significant costs or 
burdens on either the FMCSA or the filers.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AD94.

Agency Contact: Gladys Cole, Chief, Insurance Compliance, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, ECI, 400 
Virginia Avenue SW., Suite 600, Washington, DC 20024
Phone: 202 358-7039
Fax: 202 358-7100

RIN: 2126-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________




2332. GENERAL JURISDICTION OVER FREIGHT FORWARDER SERVICE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 13701; 49 USC 13709; 49 USC 13906; 49 USC 
14101; 49 USC 14706

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 373; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action gives notice of the FMCSA's general jurisdiction 
over all segments of the freight forwarding industry (not just 
household good freight forwarders), in accordance with the ICC 
Termination Act of 1995, proposes changes to existing regulations to 
comport with those mandated by Congress, and clarifies the FMCSA's 
jurisdiction over freight forwarders in other areas.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/28/97                     62 FR 4096
NPRM Comment Period End         03/31/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE00.

Agency Contact: Michael Falk, Office of the Chief Counsel, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-CC, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0834

RIN: 2126-AA25
_______________________________________________________________________




2333. +ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT; QUALIFICATIONS OF DRIVERS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 504; 49 USC 31133; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The current regulation is little changed from the original 
rule adopted in 1936. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has 
written to the Department asserting that the regulation, as written, is 
overly broad and subject to arbitrary enforcement, causing potential 
interference with constitutional guarantees of due process and equal 
protection. The ACLU requested an opportunity to submit a comprehensive 
analysis of this issue. The ANPRM was intended to provide the ACLU with 
such an opportunity and to open this issue for public comment. The 
FMCSA seeks to modify its current regulation to require drivers to 
possess the basic functional communication/comprehension ability 
necessary to ensure safety, consistent with applicable law. This action 
is considered significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/26/97                    62 FR 45200
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/27/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE19.

Agency Contact: Janet Nunn, Office of Policy, Plans, and Regulations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2797

RIN: 2126-AA31
_______________________________________________________________________




2334. TRANSPORTATION OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS; CONSUMER PROTECTION REGULATIONS 
(RULEMAKING RESULTING FROM A SECTION 610 REVIEW)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 74-255; 49 USC 13301; 49 USC 14104; PL 104-88; PL 
106-59; 49 USC 13101; 49 USC 13501 et seq.; 49 USC 14104; 49 USC 14708; 
49 USC 14901 et seq.; 49 USC 14912; 49 USC 13301 et seq.

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 375; 49 CFR 377; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FMCSA proposed to amend the regulations governing the 
transportation of household goods. These regulations protect individual 
consumers who ship household goods, as defined in 49 USC 13102(10), by 
commercial motor vehicle. This action is necessary to implement the ICC 
Termination Act of 1995 (ICCTA),and to update the regulations. The 
intended effect of this proposal is to make the regulations easier to 
read and understand, remove an outdated report, address hostage freight 
problems (situations where non-binding estimates are lower than actual 
charges and the carrier refuses to deliver freight even after 110 
percent of the estimate is paid at the time of delivery), modify a 
consumer protection publication, consider industry requests to change 
the rules, and propose conforming and technical amendments.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/15/98                    63 FR 27126
NPRM Comment Period End         07/14/98
NPRM Extension and Reopening of 
Comment Period                  08/12/98                    63 FR 43128
NPRM Comment Period End         10/13/98


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE30.

[[Page 25883]]

Agency Contact: David R. Miller, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Policy, Plans and Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 366-5011

RIN: 2126-AA32
_______________________________________________________________________




2335. +GENERAL REQUIREMENTS; INSPECTION, REPAIR, AND MAINTENANCE; 
INTERMODAL CONTAINER CHASSIS AND TRAILERS

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 504; 49 USC 31133; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1.73; 49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 396

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking filed by the 
American Trucking Association, Inc. (ATA) and the ATA Intermodal 
Conference (the petitioners), the FHWA, the predecessor agency to the 
FMCSA, agreed to consider revisions to the requirements in parts 390 
and 396 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations (FMCSRs) that 
place upon motor carriers the responsibility for maintaining intermodal 
container chassis and trailers. These regulations provide the 
requirements for the inspection, repair and maintenance of commercial 
motor vehicles. This action is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/17/99                     64 FR 7849
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/19/99
Comment Period End              05/05/99                    64 FR 24128
Comment Period Extended         08/30/99


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE40.

Agency Contact: Deborah M. Freund, Senior Transportation Specialist, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC
Phone: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




2336. +POST-ACCIDENT CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES AND ALCOHOL TEST RESULTS; 
REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FATALITY ANALYSIS REPORTING SYSTEM

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 74-255; PL 98-554; PL 99-570; PL 102-143; PL 106-
159; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31301 et seq; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1.73; 49 CFR 382

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)is 
considering amending its controlled substances and alcohol testing 
regulations to require employers subject to those requirements to 
report certain information to State-employed Fatality Analysis 
Reporting System (FARS) analysts concerning fatal crashes/accidents. 
Currently, only the FMCSA and State officials with regulatory authority 
over the employer or any of its drivers may obtain information 
concerning controlled substances and alcohol testing results and 
records.
This rulemaking would propose to require employers to provide 
information to FARS analysts, irrespective of their State authority, 
working under contract with the National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration (NHTSA). The information employers would be required to 
submit to the analysts would enable the NHTSA, working in conjunction 
with the FMCSA, to compile and analyze data on the incidence of 
commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers who test positive for controlled 
substances and/or alcohol use in post-accident tests conducted after 
fatal crashes.
The data would also be used by the FMCSA to help assess the 
effectiveness of its controlled substances and alcohol testing 
regulations. This action is intended to improve the FMCSA's and NHTSA's 
CMV crash data and assess the need for new initiatives to further 
reduce the use of controlled substances and alcohol by CMV drivers.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Local, Federal

Sectors Affected: Multiple

Agency Contact: David R. Miller, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Policy, Plans and Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 366-5011

RIN: 2126-AA50
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2337. +QUALIFICATION OF DRIVERS; DIABETES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31502; 49 USC 31305; 23 USC 315

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 391.41(b)(3)

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, PL 105-178, sec 4018.

Abstract: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is 
considering revising the driver qualification requirements to allow 
certain insulin-using diabetics to operate commercial motor vehicles in 
interstate commerce. The Federal Highway Administrator (FHWA), 
predecessor agency to the FMCSA, issued a final disposition accepting 
waiver applications under certain conditions. The deadline for 
submitting

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applications was April 30, 1994. The waiver program ended March 31, 
1996. It was instituted to permit the FMCSA to observe and collect data 
on the driving experience of a group of insulin-using drivers. This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/25/87                    52 FR 45204
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/28/87
ANPRM Comment Period Extended   02/01/88
NPRM                            10/05/90                    55 FR 41028
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
01/03/91                        11/01/90                    55 FR 46080
NPRM Comment Period End         12/04/90
Notice of Intent to Issue 
Waivers: Comment Request        10/21/92                    57 FR 48011
Final Action To Accept Waivers  07/29/93                    58 FR 40690
Withdrawn                       12/28/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Under RIN 2125-AD73, the FHWA, the predecessor 
agency to the FMCSA, adopted a final rule to allow drivers holding 
valid waivers from both the vision and diabetes standards to continue 
to operate in interstate commerce after March 31, 1996. See, NPRM (61 
FR 606, 01/08/96); Final rule (61 FR 13338, 03/26/96); and Final rule; 
Technical correction (61 FR 17253, 04/19/96). With the closing of the 
diabetes waiver study (03/31/96), no definitive empirical results were 
produced. Therefore, the agency initiated a retrospective case-referent 
study to assess the level of risk associated with the operation of 
commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) by insulin-using diabetic drivers.
Section 4018 of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century 
(TEA-21) required the Secretary to determine whether it would be 
practical and cost effective to have a program that allows insulin-
treated diabetic drivers to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.
The FHWA convened a panel of medical experts to review the diabetes 
regulations and guidelines under 49 CFR Part 391. The panel met in 
August 1999 and concluded that a process was feasible for permitting 
some individuals with insulin-treated diabetes to operate CMVs.
On 08/22/2000, we forwarded to Congress a report on the feasibility of 
permitting individuals with insulin-treated diabetes to operate 
commercial vehicles in interstate commerce. The report concludes that a 
safe and practical protocol is feasible and includes a description of 
the components of a screening/monitoring protocol.
We are evaluating alternatives for implementing the report findings and 
plan to publish a notice and request comments.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 10/05/90 (55 FR 41028).
Transferred from RIN 2125-AB91.

Agency Contact: Sandra L. Zywokarte, Health and Welfare Specialist, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSD, 
400 Seventh Street, NW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2987

RIN: 2126-AA00
_______________________________________________________________________




2338. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; GENERAL; PERIODIC 
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR MOTOR CARRIERS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31502; 49 USC 31103; 49 USC 31136

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 390

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this rulemaking, the FHWA, the predecessor agency to the 
FMCSA, was considering a requirement for all motor carriers subject to 
the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to periodically 
update certain carrier information maintained by the agency in a 
national interstate motor carrier census file. Consideration was being 
given to the frequency and methods for updating this information.
The ICC Termination Act of 1995, which added 49 U.S.C. 13908, requires 
the Secretary to initiate a rulemaking to replace the current DOT 
identification number system, the single State registration system, the 
registration/licensing system and the financial responsibility system, 
with a single, on-line Federal system. This new rulemaking (2125-AD91/
2126-AA22) will address some ofthe issues contained in this action 
(2125-AC28).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/17/89                    54 FR 29912
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/15/89
Merged With RIN 2126-AA57       11/24/00                    65 FR 70509

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Please note that this action (2125-AC28) was 
previously titled ``Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; General; 
Motor Vehicle Marking.'' A new RIN has been assigned for this subject. 
See 2125-AD49 for further information about motor vehicle marking 1992 
Agenda.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation
Transferred from RIN 2125-AC28.

Agency Contact: Angeli Sebastian, Chief, Driver and Carrier Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PSV, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4001
Fax: 202 366-8842

RIN: 2126-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________




2339. PHYSICAL QUALIFICATION OF DRIVERS; MEDICAL EXAMINATION; 
CERTIFICATE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 391

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Substantial changes in medical technology and the technology, 
operating practices, and economics of the motor carrier industry have 
affected the physical and mental demands on commercial motor vehicle 
(CMV) drivers and in turn, have rendered portions of the current 
medical examination form used to assess drivers' physical 
qualifications outdated, difficult to use, or irrelevant. This action 
redesigns the existing

[[Page 25885]]

medical examination form and amends the examination procedures to 
reflect the latest medical and technological advances.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/05/98                    63 FR 41769
NPRM Comment Period End         11/03/98
Final Rule                      10/05/00                    65 FR 59363
Final Rule Effective            11/06/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: This action was formerly titled ``Qualification 
of Drivers; Medical Examination Form.''
Transferred from RIN 2125-AC63.

Agency Contact: Sandra L. Zywokarte, Health and Welfare Specialist, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSD, 
400 Seventh Street, NW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2987

RIN: 2126-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________




2340. +ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY IN COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502; PL 74-255; PL 84-939; PL 
98-554; ...

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 395; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Current Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations limit the 
hours of service of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers in order to 
reduce fatigue-related accidents. These regulations include substantial 
recordkeeping requirements to monitor drivers' hours of service. The 
FHWA, the predecessor agency to the FMCSA, conducted a 5 U.S.C. section 
610 review of the ways to reduce the recordkeeping burden while 
maintaining or improving safety. This rulemaking is significant because 
of the broad industry impacts.
As a result of the section 610 review, the FMCSA has decided to add the 
rulemaking action to RIN 2126-AA23 and issue an NPRM under that RIN 
that includes advanced technological recordkeeping systems to improve 
compliance and safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice - Request for Information09/07/95                    60 FR 46682
Comment Period End              11/06/95
Merged With RIN 2126-AA23       05/02/00                    65 FR 25540

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AD65.

Sectors Affected: Multiple

Agency Contact: David R. Miller, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Policy, Plans and Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 366-5011

RIN: 2126-AA16
_______________________________________________________________________




2341. REGISTRATION OF FOR-HIRE MOTOR CARRIERS, PROPERTY BROKERS, AND 
FREIGHT FORWARDERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 553; 5 USC 559; 16 USC 1456; 49 USC 13101; 49 
USC 13301; 49 USC 13901 to 13905; 49 USC 14708; 49 USC 31138; 49 USC 
31144

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 365; 49 CFR 385

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action governs registration of for-hire motor property 
and passenger carriers, property brokers, and freight forwarders. This 
action is required by 49 USC 13901 to 13905, which mandates that a 
registration system be administered by the Secretary of Transportation 
to replace the former Interstate Commerce Commission's licensing system 
for motor carriers, property brokers, and freight forwarders. The 
registration system prescribed in 49 USC 13901 to 13905 is intended to 
be a temporary and stand-alone procedure while the FMCSA undertakes to 
design and implement the revised system through the 49 USC 13908 
rulemaking mandated by Congress.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/13/98                     63 FR 7362
NPRM Comment Period End         04/14/98
Withdrawn                       04/01/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: In light of section 210 of the Motor Carrier 
Safety Improvement Act of 1999, with respect to new motor carrier 
entrant requirements, we will withdraw this interim proposal and 
include the concepts in RIN 2126-AA22.
Transferred from RIN 2125-AE01.

Agency Contact: Angeli Sebastian, Chief, Driver and Carrier Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PSV, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4001
Fax: 202 366-8842

RIN: 2126-AA26
_______________________________________________________________________




2342. +QUALIFICATIONS OF MOTOR CARRIERS TO SELF-INSURE THEIR OPERATIONS 
AND FEES TO SUPPORT THE APPROVAL AND COMPLIANCE PROCESS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31138; 49 USC 31139; 49 USC 13906

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 387; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend the regulations governing 
qualifications for motor carriers that seek authorization to self-
insure their transportation operations. The FMCSA is also proposing 
technical amendments necessitated by the ICC Termination Act of 1995 
(Pub. L. 104-88), which transferred the ICC's authority to qualify 
motor carriers as self-insurers to DOT. The agency requested comments 
on the need for additional backup collateral or security to protect the 
public against uncompensated losses. The FMCSA believes that this will 
be

[[Page 25886]]

a significant regulatory action because of substantial congressional 
and public interest in the insurance requirements for motor carriers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/23/97                    62 FR 49654
Correction                      09/29/97                    62 FR 50892
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/24/97
NPRM                            05/05/99                    64 FR 24123
NPRM Comment Period End         07/06/99
Withdrawn                       04/01/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Based on review of the comments submitted in 
response to the ANPRM, the FMCSA will terminate this proceeding. With 
respect to the proposal to extend the 30-day automatic self-insurance 
termination due to loss of a satisfactory safety rating to 45 days, the 
FMCSA will amend 49 CFR 387.309(a)(3) in a subsequent proceeding. The 
fee proposals will also be dropped. Any proposed fee adjustments will 
be made in the next proceeding to update the agency's user fee schedule 
to reflect the cost of services provided by the agency, under 49 CFR 
part 360.
Transferred from RIN 2125-AE06.

Agency Contact: Gladys Cole, Chief, Insurance Compliance, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, ECI, 400 
Virginia Avenue SW., Suite 600, Washington, DC 20024
Phone: 202 358-7039
Fax: 202 358-7100

RIN: 2126-AA28
_______________________________________________________________________




2343. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; HOURS-OF-SERVICE AND 
CDL EXEMPTIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 104-59, sec 345

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 382; 49 CFR 395

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: As a result of the section 610 review under RIN 2126-AA23 
conducted by the FHWA, the predecessor agency to the FMCSA, the FMCSA 
has decided to add this rulemaking action to RIN 2126-AA23 and issue an 
NPRM under that RIN that includes clarifications of its rule 
incorporating certain exemptions from the hours-of-service requirements 
of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, created by section 345 
of the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995.
The final rule that incorporated the exemptions created by section 345 
of the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995 was issued under 
RIN 2125-AD83, 4/3/96 (61 FR 14677).
This action is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Merged With RIN 2126-AA23       05/02/00                    65 FR 25540

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE09.

Agency Contact: David R. Miller, Transportation Specialist, Office of 
Policy, Plans and Regulations, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC
Phone: 202 366-5011

RIN: 2126-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________




2344. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; REQUIREMENTS FOR 
OPERATORS OF SMALL PASSENGER CARRYING COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 105-178

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 390

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FMCSA is proposing to amend the Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to require that motor carriers operating 
commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) designed or used to transport between 
9 and 15 passengers (including the driver) for compensation, file a 
motor carrier identification report, mark their CMVs with a USDOT 
identification number and certain other information, and maintain an 
accident register. This action is in response to the Transportation 
Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21). In a separate action, the 
FMCSA is adopting the statutory definition of a CMV found at 49 USC 
31132 to be consistent with sec. 4008(a) of TEA-21, but is exempting 
the operation of these small, passenger-carrying vehicles from all of 
the FMCSRs, pending the completion of this rulemaking.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/03/99                    64 FR 48518
NPRM Comment Period End         11/02/99
Final Rule                      01/11/01                     66 FR 2756
Delay of Final Rule Effective 
Date                            02/09/01                     66 FR 9677
Final Rule Effective            02/12/01
Final Rule Effective            04/13/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE60.

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Chief, Vehicle and Roadside Operations, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4012

RIN: 2126-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________




2345. +FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY REGULATIONS; DEFINITION OF 
COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31132; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502; PL 104-88, 
sec 104(f)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 390; 49 CFR 391; 49 CFR 392; 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 
395; 49 CFR 396; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 1999, See sec. 4008 of PL 105-
178.

Abstract: The FMCSA is amending the definition of commercial motor 
vehicle in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to make those 
safety regulations applicable to vehicles designed to transport less 
than 18 passengers including the driver. This rulemaking is significant 
because of

[[Page 25887]]

substantial public interest concerning the extension of the 
applicability of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations to a 
larger portion of motor carrier operations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/05/98                    63 FR 41766
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/05/98
Interim Final Rule              09/03/99                    64 FR 48510
Final Rule                      01/11/01                     66 FR 2756
Delay of Final Rule Effective 
Date                            02/09/01                     66 FR 9677
Final Rule Effective            02/12/01
Final Rule Effective            04/13/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Section 4008 of the TEA-21 requires the FMCSA 
to either make the FMCSRs applicable to operators of commercial motor 
vehicles designed or used to transport more than 8 passengers for 
compensation, or exempt such entities through a rulemaking proceeding 
within one year after the enactment of the statute. The FMCSA has 
proposed to regulate the operation of small passenger-carrying CMVs, 
and has considered the extent to which the regulations should be made 
applicable to such CMVs.

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Chief, Vehicle and Roadside Operations, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4012

RIN: 2126-AA51
_______________________________________________________________________




2346. SANCTIONS AGAINST MOTOR CARRIERS, BROKERS, AND FREIGHT FORWARDERS 
FOR FAILURE TO PAY CIVIL PENALTIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 106-159, sec 206

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385; 49 CFR 386

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 9, 2000, See PL 106-159,sec 
206.

Abstract: The FMCSA made final Section 206 of the Motor Carrier Safety 
Improvement Act of 1999 (MCSIA) by amending the penalty provisions of 
the rules of practice of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. 
This action prohibits a motor carrier that does not pay civil penalties 
assessed by the FMCSA, or that does not arrange and abide by its 
payment agreements, from operating in interstate commerce. Furthermore, 
the registration of a broker, freight forwarder, or for-hire motor 
carrier that fails to pay a civil penalty will be suspended.
The prohibition begins on the 91st day after the payment date specified 
in the final agency order or on the 91st day after the due date of a 
missed payment negotiated in a payment plan. A motor carrier that 
continues to operate is subject to additional penalties, including 
revocation of its registrations.
However, the prohibition does not apply to anyone who is unable to pay 
a civil penalty because the person is a debtor in a case under chapter 
11 of the Bankruptcy Code.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/19/00                    65 FR 56521
NPRM Comment Period End         10/19/00
Final Rule                      12/15/00                    65 FR 78422
Final Rule Effective            04/16/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Deborah M. Freund, Senior Transportation Specialist, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC
Phone: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA54
_______________________________________________________________________




2347. TRANSPORTATION OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS IN INTERSTATE OR FOREIGN 
COMMERCE; RULES OF PRACTICE FOR MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY AND HAZARDOUS 
MATERIALS PROCEEDINGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 553; 49 USC 13301; 49 USC 14104; 49 USC 113

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 375; 49 CFR 386; 49 CFR 1.73; 49 CFR 1.45

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the FMCSA's regulations to comply with 
sections 208 and 209 of the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 
1999. Section 208 strengthens enforcement by revising the definition of 
imminent hazard to cover conditions which ``substantially increase the 
likelihood of serious injury or death'' if not discontinued 
immediately.
Section 209 concerning household goods clarifies that property moving 
from a factory or a store, other than property that the householder has 
purchased with the intent to use in his or her dwelling, and is 
transported at the householder's request and the transportation charges 
are paid to the carrier by the householder, is excluded from the 
definition of household goods.
The effect of these amendments is to update and conform to statutory 
changes the definitions for ``imminent hazard'' and ``household goods'' 
in the FMCSA's regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule; Technical Amendments10/02/00                    65 FR 58663
Final Rule Effective            11/01/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William C. Hill, Office of Bus and Truck Standards and 
Operations, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PSD, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6347

RIN: 2126-AA56
_______________________________________________________________________




2348.  PARTS AND ACCESSORIES FOR SAFE OPERATION; MANUFACTURED 
HOME TIRES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends 49 CFR 393.75(g) and delays the 
termination date of the rule which allows overloading of certain tires. 
The delay of the termination date will enable motor carriers 
transporting manufactured homes to continue loading tires up to 18 
percent above

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the load rating. The delay will remain in effect from November 20, 2000 
until December 31, 2001.
On August 7, 2000, the Manufactured Housing Institute (MHI) filed a 
petition for rulemaking with the FMCSA to initiate a rulemaking to 
enable the manufactured home industry to continue to exceed the tire 
manufacturer's load rating by up to 18 percent, indefinitely.
The delay of the 18 percent overloading rule until December 31, 2001, 
allows the agency to consider data and the MHI's request in a more 
thorough manner.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule Effective            11/14/00
Final Rule                      11/21/00                    65 FR 70218

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The FMCSA and the Department of Housing and 
Urban Development (HUD) have received petitions from Multinational 
Business Services, Inc. (Multinational) requesting that the agencies 
rescind their November 21, 2000, final rules. The FMCSA will meet with 
HUD on the petitions and publish a final determination.

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Chief, Vehicle and Roadside Operations, 
Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4012

RIN: 2126-AA65
_______________________________________________________________________




2349. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES NECESSARY FOR SAFE OPERATION: INTERMODAL 
CARGO CONTAINERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393; 49 CFR 1.73

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA, precedessor agency to the Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Administration (FMCSA,) transferred this action to the FMCSA for 
further action. This action is related to the requirements of the 
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for securing intermodal cargo 
containers to trailers. The FMCSA issued an NPRM (RIN 2126-AA27) which 
incorporated intermodal cargo container issues. Therefore, we will 
terminate this proceeding.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/23/93                    58 FR 44485
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/22/93
Merged With RIN 2126-AA27       01/05/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Larry W. Minor, Chief, Vehicle and Roadside Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-PSV, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4012

RIN: 2126-AA67
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2350. REVIEW: ODOMETER FRAUD

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 580

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This review involves analysis of the incident rates and costs 
of odometer fraud and an assessment of State and Federal efforts to 
combat odometer fraud. To complete this review, the agency has 
requested permission to collect a sample of odometer readings of 
registered passenger cars that are less than 10 years old from vehicle 
dealers, distributors, vehicle title files, and State Department of 
Motor Vehicle agencies. Congress has directed the agency to conduct 
this review.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    10/01/95
Collection of Information       09/23/96                    61 FR 49809
Comment Period End              11/11/96
Collection of Information       06/06/97                    62 FR 31186
Comment Period End              07/07/97
End Review                      11/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office 
of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AF53
_______________________________________________________________________




2351. REVIEW: AMERICAN AUTOMOBILE LABELING ACT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 32304

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 583

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The American Automobile Labeling Act requires new passenger 
cars and light trucks, beginning October 1, 1994, to bear labels 
providing information on the extent to which their parts are of 
domestic origin. The objective of this review is to determine the 
extent to which new-vehicle buyers know about, understand and use this 
information, and to estimate the effect of the labels on vehicle 
production and sales.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    12/01/95
Collection of Information       07/24/97                    62 FR 39886
Comment Period End              09/22/97

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Collection of Information       02/18/98                     63 FR 8249
Collection of Information       02/26/98                     63 FR 9897
Request for Comments            03/06/01                    66 FR 13625
End Review                      11/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office 
of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AG18
_______________________________________________________________________




2352. REVIEW: HEAVY TRUCK CONSPICUITY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is initiating a study to evaluate the safety 
effects of the conspicuity systems requirement (section 5.7) of Federal 
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108. To carry out the study, the 
agency is having special motor vehicle crash data collected by the 
Florida Highway Patrol and the Pennsylvania State Police.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    09/01/95
Collection of Information       07/01/96                    61 FR 33891
Comment Period End              08/30/96
End Review                      09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office 
of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AG19
_______________________________________________________________________




2353. MOTORCYCLE MOUNTED REFLEX REFLECTOR HEIGHT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering allowing a lower minimum mounting height for side reflex 
reflectors on motorcycles. The intent is to harmonize United States 
lighting safety standards with European and Asian reflector position 
regulations and improve the flow of trade by creating ``windows of 
harmonization'' that will allow manufacturers to market ``common'' 
vehicles in global markets.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Agency Decision                 07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard VanIderstine, Division Chief, Visibility and 
Injury Prevention Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5280
Fax: 202 366-4329

RIN: 2127-AG92
_______________________________________________________________________




2354. REVIEW: CHILD SAFETY SEAT REGISTRATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.213; 49 CFR 588

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This evaluation involves analysis of the effectiveness of 
registering child safety seats to increase response to reports of 
recalled seats. This regulation was selected for review because of 
public interest in child passenger safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    10/01/97
End Review                      12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office of 
Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559

RIN: 2127-AG93
_______________________________________________________________________




2355. REVIEW: AIR BAG ON-OFF SWITCHES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
40 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This standard allows passenger vehicles to be equipped with 
an on-off switch for the right front passenger air bag if the rear seat 
cannot accommodate a rear-facing infant seat. The standard also enables 
vehicle owners to obtain an on-off switch for their passenger and/or 
driver air bag if they transport people who should not be exposed to an 
air bag deployment. The agency will determine, by observation of 
vehicles in use, the percentage of on-off switches that are being 
correctly used. This regulation was selected for review because of its 
public interest and potential benefit.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    04/01/98
End Review                      12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office 
of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400

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Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH12
_______________________________________________________________________




2356. HEADLAMP GLARE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The current standard sets minimum and maximum intensities for 
headlamps to ensure that the two most important aspects of head 
lighting performance are balanced. These often conflicting aspects are 
(1) to assure the driver of the vehicles sees as much of the roadway 
possible, while (2) minimizing glare for other drivers using the road. 
The balance the agency has chosen of these two areas has changed very 
little since 1970. The agency has been receiving a significant number 
of public complaints about glare from other vehicles' headlamps. In 
light of significant technological changes, including improved halogen 
lamps and high intensity discharge lamps, fleet mix changes (nearly 
half of all new vehicles sold in 1998 were light trucks, with higher-
mounted headlamps), and an increase in the age of the population, the 
agency wants to reexamine the balance it has chosen between seeing 
distance and glare to see if it is still appropriate. The agency will 
ask the public for comments and information to begin exploring this 
area more fully.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard VanIderstine, Division Chief, Visibility and 
Injury Prevention Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5280
Fax: 202 366-4329

RIN: 2127-AH81
_______________________________________________________________________




2357. MOTORCYCLE HEADLAMP SYSTEM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to modify the motorcycle headlamp system height of 
upper beam and number of headlamp and light source.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Agency Decision                 09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard L. Van Iderstine, Division Chief, Visibility 
and Control Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-5280

RIN: 2127-AH92
_______________________________________________________________________




2358. GUIDELINES FOR STATES ON ENFORCEMENT OF LIGHT TRANSMISSION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 402(a)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 553.21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is requesting comments to gather information that 
will help develop uniform guidelines for states to use in the 
enforcement of the light transmission standards for window glazing on 
passenger cars and light trucks. This action is a result of the recent 
congressional change in this section of the law.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comment             10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Richard VanIderstine, Division Chief, Visibility and 
Injury Prevention Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5280
Fax: 202 366-4329

Heidi L. Coleman, Assistant Chief Counsel for General Law, Department 
of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1834

RIN: 2127-AH97
_______________________________________________________________________




2359. REVIEW: HEAD RESTRAINTS FOR LIGHT TRUCKS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.202

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This standard requires pick-up trucks, vans, and sport 
utility vehicles with gross vehicle weight of 10,000 pounds or less, 
manufactured after September 1, 1991, to have head restraints or high 
seatbacks for the driver and right-front passenger. The agency will 
compare the occupant injury rates in rear-crashes of trucks equipped 
with head restraints and trucks not equipped with head restraints. The 
cost of the standard will also be established. This regulation was 
selected for review of its costs, potential benefits, and public 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    09/29/99
End Review                      09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office 
of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590

[[Page 25891]]

Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH98
_______________________________________________________________________




2360.  SEAT BELT FIT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is reviewing a petition for rulemaking requesting 
the extension of seat belt length be an option when purchasing a new 
vehicle and requesting vehicle manufacturers to make seat belt 
extenders available for all models.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Agency Decision                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI36
_______________________________________________________________________




2361.  ADAPTATION OF INSTRUMENTED LOWER LEGS FOR HYBRID III MALE 
AND FEMALE ADULT DUMMIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing the use of crash test dummies with 
instrumented lower legs to assess the crashworthiness and the potential 
of lower limb injuries to occupants of passenger cars, vans, light 
trucks, and sport utility vehicles. The new legs would be retrofits for 
un-instrumented legs in current Hybrid III male and female adult size 
dummies. The legs will be used to monitor both the inertial impact and 
floor pan intrusion effects upon injury potential to the knees, tibia, 
ankle and feet. The new legs will permit the agency to assess the 
injury potential to the lower legs in current motor vehicles during 
crashes and also enable the vehicle manufacturers to design and 
construct vehicles that will minimize lower limb injuries.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stanley Backaitis, Engineer, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4912
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI39
_______________________________________________________________________




2362. +OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES BY INTOXICATED PERSONS

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: PL 106-346, sec 351

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1225

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) 
established a grant program under which states could qualify for 
incentive funds if they enacted and enforced a law that provides that 
any person with a blood alcohol concentration of .08 percent or greater 
while operating a motor vehicle in the state is deemed to have 
committed a per se offense of driving while intoxicated or an 
equivalent per se offense. The agency published a final rule 
implementing that incentive grant program. Section 351 of the 
Department of Transportation (DOT) Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 
(FY) 2001 (PL 106-346) contains a new provision requiring the 
withholding of certain Federal-aid highway funds from a state, 
beginning in fiscal year 2004, if the state has not enacted and is not 
enforcing such a law. The agency is proposing to amend the regulation 
implementing the incentive grant program established in TEA-21 to 
reflect the new sanctions provisions established in the DOT 
appropriations set for FY 2001.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Heidi L. Coleman, Assistant Chief Counsel for General 
Law, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1834

Marlene Markison, Chief, Program Support, Office of State and Community 
Services, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2121

RIN: 2127-AI44

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_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2363. PROCEDURES FOR CONSIDERING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321 et seq (National Environmental Policy Act-
NEPA)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 520

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NHTSA's regulation will be reviewed and reissued, as 
necessary, where it conflicts with or is duplicative of the regulations 
of Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), 40 CFR parts 1500-1508, and 
with DOT Order 5610.1C, each of which implements the National 
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), 42 USC 4321, et seq.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stephen Wood, Division Chief, Rulemaking Division, 
Office of the Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2992

RIN: 2127-AB79
_______________________________________________________________________




2364. SEATING SYSTEMS PERFORMANCE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.207

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Environmental Research and Safety Technologists of Flagstaff, 
AZ, petitioned the agency to reexamine the seatback performance 
requirements of the standard in rear impact crashes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/04/89                    54 FR 40896
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/04/89
Request for Comments            11/23/92                    57 FR 54958
Comment Period End              01/22/93
NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Petitions for rulemaking were granted 07/24/89. 
See a related rulemaking action involving these petitioners under RIN 
2127-AC57. The first part of the research is complete. A computer model 
and a prototype seat were developed. Information on this research is 
available in the docket along with a report on crash data analysis. The 
agency is currently evaluating the research results and conducting 
vehicle seat testing.

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AD08
_______________________________________________________________________




2365. RADIATOR SAFETY CAP

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency has 
requested comments on the feasibility of and necessity for rulemaking 
to require the installation of thermal locking radiator caps or other 
devices on motor vehicles with water-cooled engines to prevent scalding 
injuries. Although the notice referred only to thermal locking radiator 
caps, comments were solicited on any device or technology designed to 
prevent such scalding injuries. Petition was granted.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            06/10/93                    58 FR 32503
Comment Period End              08/09/93
NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard VanIderstine, Division Chief, Visibility and 
Injury Prevention Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5280
Fax: 202 366-4329

RIN: 2127-AE59
_______________________________________________________________________




2366. CONVEX CROSS-VIEW MIRRORS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.111

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
requesting comments on the issue of rear mounted cross-view mirrors on 
light and medium duty trucks for the purpose of eliminating the blind 
spot directly behind the vehicle. The petitioner requested that these 
mirrors be mandated to eliminate backing accidents where children could 
be seriously injured or killed. Petition was granted.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            06/17/96                    61 FR 30586
Comment Period End              10/15/96
ANPRM                           11/27/00                    65 FR 70681
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/26/01
NPRM                            08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard VanIderstine, Division Chief, Visibility and 
Injury Prevention Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5280
Fax: 202 366-4329

RIN: 2127-AG41

[[Page 25893]]

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2367. HYBRID III 95TH PERCENTILE MALE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 572; 49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is examining the possibility of proposing 
specifications for a new 95th percentile male Hybrid III size test 
dummy for possible use in test procedures being proposed in amendments 
to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208. The new test dummy 
and procedures are being proposed to facilitate the development and 
introduction of new advanced air bags and other types of advanced 
restraints technologies for crash protection in frontal impacts.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stanley Backaitis, Engineer, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4912
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AG79
_______________________________________________________________________




2368. BUY AMERICAN REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 97-424

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to exempt certain purchases by 
grantees from the requirements of the Department of Transportation's 
Buy American provisions to streamline and improve the grant process. 
These proposed exemptions will include small purchases not to exceed 
the current small purchase threshold.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Donaldson, Senior Attorney, Office of Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1834

RIN: 2127-AG99
_______________________________________________________________________




2369. POLITICAL SUBDIVISION PARTICIPATION IN STATE HIGHWAY SAFETY 
PROGRAMS AND STATE HIGHWAY SAFETY AGENCY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 402

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1250; 23 CFR 1251

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to amend certain provisions 
concerning the State Highway Safety Programs to streamline them, 
address statutory changes, and delete obsolete or unnecessary 
requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: John Donaldson, Senior Attorney, Office of Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1834

RIN: 2127-AH00
_______________________________________________________________________




2370. DEFINITION OF COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION VEHICLES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 9 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing to amend various sections of part 571 to create a new vehicle 
type, tentatively called community transportation vehicles, that will 
have to meet the crashworthiness standards applicable to school buses, 
but will not have to meet some of the crash avoidance standards (i.e., 
stop arms, flashing lights, etc.). This would allow manufacturers to 
certify vehicles that will be less expensive and as safe as a school 
bus for transportation of Head Start students because we have 
tentatively decided that the school bus crash avoidance features are 
unnecessary when there is no curb-side pickup.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH23
_______________________________________________________________________




2371. METRIC CONVERSION--PHASE III

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166; PL 100-418, sec 5164

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is amending selected Federal motor vehicle safety 
standards by converting English measurements in those standards to 
metric measurements. This rulemaking is the third and final in a series 
that the agency will undertake to implement the Federal policy that the 
metric system is the preferred system of weights and measures for U.S. 
trade and commerce. The conversions are not intended to change the 
stringency of

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the affected Federal motor vehicles safety standards.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Noble Bowie, Director, Office of Planning and Consumer 
Programs, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0842

RIN: 2127-AH27
_______________________________________________________________________




2372. UPGRADE DOOR RETENTION PERFORMANCE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Based upon annual average estimates from the 1988 through 
1996 Fatal Analysis Reporting System (FARS) and the National Automotive 
Sampling System (NASS), there is an annual average of 2,515 fatalities 
and 1,882 serious injuries due to door ejections. Side door ejections 
are the second leading cause of ejections in all crashes, superseded 
only by ejections through fixed glazing. One of the activities of 
agency rollover research focuses on reducing injuries and fatalities 
resulting from side door ejections. This research has led the agency to 
identify potential significant solutions to mitigating a substantial 
number of these fatalities and injuries by improving side door 
retention performance. Therefore, the agency is proposing to upgrade 
the door retention requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH34
_______________________________________________________________________




2373. ADMINISTRATIVE REWRITE OF THE LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS OTHER THAN 
HEADLAMPS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to rewrite the reflective devices and 
associated equipment requirements to make the standard more readable 
and understandable. The standard has grown over the last 30 years by 
the incorporation of dozens of amendments. The document has become 
unwieldy to use and the agency decided to rewrite it to seperate it 
into sections that address each lighting function separately. These 
sections will state the basic performance necessary for each lighting 
function and for lamp installation on various vehicle types. The 
rewrite will continue to reference Society of Automotive Engineers 
(SAE) and other standards and recommended practices for test procedures 
if too lengthy to incorporate changes. Moreover, it will codify various 
agency interpretations of its rules to make the standard more explicit 
and objective. The administrative rewrite of the headlamp regulations 
can be found under RIN 2127-AG87.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard VanIderstine, Division Chief, Visibility and 
Injury Prevention Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5280
Fax: 202 366-4329

RIN: 2127-AH37
_______________________________________________________________________




2374. EXEMPTION FOR INCONSEQUENTIAL DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30113

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 556

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Present regulation requires a petitioner to submit data 
``supporting its petition'' which advocates excusing it from its 
notification and remedial obligations. Because the petitioner may have 
pertinent data relevant to the agency's decision that would not support 
granting it, the agency is proposing a clarification that all data 
pertaining to the subject in the possession of the petitioner be part 
of the petition. The agency also is proposing the petitioner provide a 
full and accurate analysis of its petition and certify that it is 
accurate and complete.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Taylor Vinson, Senior Attorney, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH58
_______________________________________________________________________




2375. COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to codify our long-standing general 
policy

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that motor vehicles and items of motor vehicle equipment must be cable 
of satisfying the requirements of each particular standard or 
regulation with the adjustable components of the vehicle or vehicle 
equipment adjusted to any position they can occupy while the vehicle is 
being operated unless the particular standard or regulation specifies 
otherwise or the manufacturer explicitly warns against placing the 
equipment or vehicle in that position. The agency is also proposing 
that where a standard provides manufacturers with more than one 
compliance option, manufacturers must select which compliance option(s) 
they are certifying to by the time they certify a vehicle or equipment 
item.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stephen Wood, Division Chief, Rulemaking Division, 
Office of the Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2992

RIN: 2127-AH63
_______________________________________________________________________




2376. ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.124

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency reviewed this standard and published a ``Request 
for Comment'' to obtain information on electronic accelerator controls. 
After reviewing the comments received on this notice, the agency plans 
to propose a revision of the standard that will make explicit the 
application of the standard to electronic accelerator controls and the 
electric vehicles. The proposal will recognize that electronic engine 
controls vastly increase the ways manufacturers can achieve fail-safe 
performance in the event of a disconnection or severance of the 
accelerator control system and will propose a number of alternative 
compliance tests for fail-safe performance to avoid design 
restrictions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            12/04/95                    60 FR 62061
Comment Period End              02/02/96
NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Boyd, Division Chief, Vehicle Controls & 
Adapted Vehicles Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW, 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6346
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH71
_______________________________________________________________________




2377. +FRONTAL OFFSET PROTECTION

Priority: Other Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is considering establishing a Federal motor 
vehicle safety standard for high speed frontal offset crash testing. 
The frontal offset test is a crash test for automobiles and light 
trucks in which the subject vehicles are run into a deformable 
honeycomb barrier. The barrier contacts only 40 percent of the front of 
the vehicle simulating off-center frontal collision. The agency is 
considering adding the offset test to the frontal occupant protection 
standard to measure vehicle structural integrity and reduce the number 
and severity of lower-body injuries.

Statement of Need: While the Federal motor vehicle safety standards 
already contain a frontal crash test, injuries and fatalities still 
occur in various types of frontal crashes. The European Union 
determined that the best test for frontal occupant protection would be 
an offset test with belted test dummies. As part of the House of 
Representatives Conference Report 104-785, to accompany H.R. 3675, the 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration was directed on 
September 16, 1996, to conduct research ``...toward establishing a 
Federal motor vehicle safety standard for frontal offset crash 
testing.'' Such a standard would harmonize with the European Union 
frontal crash standard. Subsequent research results with the 50th 
percentile male and the 5th percentile female Hybrid III dummies 
suggest that additional safety benefits would be provided for the neck 
and the upper and lower tibia under the offset test conditions.

Summary of Legal Basis: Section 30111,Title 49 of the United States 
Code, states the Secretary shall prescribe motor vehicle safety 
standards. As part of the House of Representatives Conference Report 
104-785, to accompany H.R. 3675, the National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration was directed on September 16, 1996, to conduct research 
``...toward establishing a Federal motor vehicle safety standard for 
frontal offset crash testing.''

Alternatives: Since this program is oriented primarily toward adopting 
an existing European standard, the agency will focus on existing test 
procedures. However, the agency is working through the national and 
international biomechanical engineering community to develop better 
test devices such as improved dummy legs. Comments will be sought on 
the best dummy designs in the agency's proposal.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: A report prepared for the Australian 
Government estimates that adding an offset test may result in a 15 
percent reduction in ``Harm.'' Harm is a calculation of the cost of 
trauma and is the product of the frequency of injury and cost to the 
community. Most of these benefits would be seen in reduction in lower 
body and leg injuries. The agency has not determined the specific 
benefits of this test procedure.

The agency estimates that for vehicles that cannot currently pass this 
test, vehicle modifications would cost $14 per vehicle. Based on an 
estimate that 25 percent of the fleet would need to be modified, the 
total annual cost to

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the consumers would be $60 million dollars.

Risks: Current motor vehicles provide numerous occupant protection 
systems, such as safety belts and strategically-placed energy 
absorption materials such as foam padding. However, an estimated 3,300 
people per year are killed and 400,000 people per year are injured in 
frontal offset crashes.

The agency knows of no disadvantages to implementing this requirement.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH73
_______________________________________________________________________




2378. SPECIAL PURPOSE VEHICLES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.224

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to amend the standard for new trailers and 
semitrailers with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 4,536 
kilograms (10,000 pounds) or more be equipped with a rear impact guard 
by revising the definition of ``special purpose vehicles.'' These are 
vehicles with rear mounted liftgates that operate by swinging through 
the area or reside in any part of the area that is designated for the 
horizontal member of the rear impact guard.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH75
_______________________________________________________________________




2379. BRAKE HOSES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.106

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to adopt portions of the brake component Federal 
safety provisions that are now in the Federal Highway Administration 
regulations into the agency's brake regulation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH79
_______________________________________________________________________




2380. LOW-SPEED VEHICLE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.500

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Low-speed vehicles (LSV) have a maximum speed of between 20 
and 25 miles per hour (mph). These vehicles are required to have 
certain equipment some of which does not have any performance 
requirements. The agency is proposing to set performance criteria for 
the various safety systems and hardware necessary for use on these 
vehicles.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard L. Van Iderstine, Division Chief, Visibility 
and Control Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-5280

RIN: 2127-AH80
_______________________________________________________________________




2381. DEFECT REPORTING AND NOTIFICATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30102 to 30103; 49 USC 30112; 49 USC 30115 to 
30121; 49 USC 30166 to 30167

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 573; 49 CFR 576; 49 CFR 577

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to amend its current regulations on 
Defect and Noncompliance Reports and Defect and Noncompliance 
Notification. The amendments are intended to implement the 
investigative and recall provisions by increasing the availability of 
information regarding safety related defects and noncompliance and by 
improving notification to consumers of recalls of defective and 
noncomplying motor vehicle equipment.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jonathan D. White, Chief, Recall Analysis Division, 
Office of Defects Investigation, Department of

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Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5226
Fax: 202 366-7882

RIN: 2127-AH89
_______________________________________________________________________




2382. IMPROVE MOTORCYCLE HELMET HEAD PROTECTION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.218

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In 1998, 2,284 motorcyclists were killed and 49,000 injured 
in traffic crashes on U.S. highways. The agency believes that helmet 
usage by motorcyclists is the most effective method to reduce deaths 
and injuries in motorcycle crashes. In order to improve the head 
protection for motorcyclists, the agency is proposing to upgrade the 
performance standards and test procedures to incorporate the 
technological advancements available in the current market and to 
review the standard for harmonization with other major helmet 
standards.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI03
_______________________________________________________________________




2383. LABEL PLACEMENT ON REAR IMPACT GUARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.223

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing to allow trailer manufacturers additional flexibility in the 
placement of the permanent label on the guard to minimize the 
probability that the label will be exposed to conditions - 
environmental, operational, or otherwise - that may damage or destroy 
the guard while maintaining a location that is easily accessible and 
visible for inspection and enforcement purposes. Other portions of the 
petitions are denied.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI04
_______________________________________________________________________




2384. MOVING BARRIER TIRE SPECIFICATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.214; 49 CFR 571.301

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing deletion of the currently specified G78-15 tires used in the 
moving barrier test and replacing them with both P205-75R15 radial and 
G78-15 bias ply tires. The current tires are not readily available.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI05
_______________________________________________________________________




2385. THEFT DATA FOR CALENDAR YEAR 1999

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 33104(b)(4)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is publishing a request for comments on the 
preliminary theft data on passenger motor vehicles that occurred in 
calendar year 1999 for model year 1999. Publication of these data 
fulfills the agency's obligation to periodically obtain accurate and 
timely data and publish the information for review and comment.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rosalind Proctor, Division Chief, Consumer Programs 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0846
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI06
_______________________________________________________________________




2386. INSURER REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR OCTOBER 2001

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 33112

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 544

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to update its lists in Appendices, A, 
B, and C of passenger motor vehicle

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insurers that are required to file reports on their motor vehicle theft 
loss experience. If these revised appendices are adopted in a final 
rule, each insurer included in any of these appendices must file a 
report for the calendar year 1997 not later than October 25, 2001. 
Further, as long as the insurer remains listed, it must submit reports 
by each subsequent October 25.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rosalind Proctor, Division Chief, Consumer Programs 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0846
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI07
_______________________________________________________________________




2387. REORGANIZE AND HARMONIZE CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 SC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.101

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to reorganize the controls and 
displays requirements to make them more user-friendly and to harmonize 
the standard with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 101 on 
the same subject. These proposed changes will list the symbols used in 
the standard to improve driver recognition of the function of controls 
and the meaning of telltales.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Boyd, Division Chief, Vehicle Controls & 
Adapted Vehicles Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW, 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6346
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI09
_______________________________________________________________________




2388. CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS INFORMATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30166(M)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 512

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This will propose a revision to the agency's confidential 
business information regulations to reflect a new provision signed into 
law under the transportation recall enhancement, accountability and 
documentation (tread) act, which provides for the disclosure of 
confidential business information received under the act under limited 
circumstances. This NPRM will propose also changes to the regulation 
that will streamline procedures, eliminate duplication, ensure the use 
of plain language and update its provision, consistent with current 
case law.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Heidi L. Coleman, Assistant Chief Counsel for General 
Law, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1834

RIN: 2127-AI13
_______________________________________________________________________




2389.  ``EARLY WARNING'' DEFECT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 106-414

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 554; 49 CFR 573

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 30, 2002.
Initiation of rulemaking required not later than March 1, 2001.

Abstract: Tread Act requires NHTSA to publish a rule requiring 
manufacturers of motor vehicles and motor vehicle equipment to report 
on possible defects in their products, whether in U.S. or abroad, based 
on information in the possession of the manufacturer.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/22/01                     66 FR 6532
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/23/01
NPRM                            11/00/01
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/01
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Taylor Vinson, Senior Attorney, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI25
_______________________________________________________________________




2390.  DEFECTS IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30166(m)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 573

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rulemaking to implement statutory requirement that a 
manufacturer of motor vehicle and equipment report to NHTSA when it 
determines to conduct a safety-related recall on identical or 
substantially similar products outside the U.S. and when a foreign 
government determines that a safety-related campaign should be 
conducted.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/01
Final Action                    01/00/02
Final Action Effective          02/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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Agency Contact: Taylor Vinson, Senior Attorney, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI26
_______________________________________________________________________




2391.  ACCELERATION OF MANUFACTURER REMEDY PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30120(c)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 573.5(c)(9)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rule to implement Sec. 6(a) of the TREAD Act, PL 106-414 by 
amending NHTSA's existing regulation on Defect and Noncompliance 
Reports (49 CFR Part 573) to require manufacturers to accelerate 
recalls that are not likely to be capable of completion in a reasonable 
time.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/01
Final Action                    01/00/02
Final Action Effective          02/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael Goode, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5219, 
NCC-10, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820

RIN: 2127-AI27
_______________________________________________________________________




2392.  REIMBURSEMENT PRIOR TO RECALL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30120(d)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 573; 49 CFR 577

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rule to implement Section 6(b) of the TREAD Act, PL 106-414 
by amending 49 CFR Part 573, Defect and Noncompliance Notification, to 
add requirements that manufacturers' remedy programs concerning safety-
related defects and noncompliance include plans for reimbursing owners 
or purchasers who incurred the cost of remedy within a ``reasonable 
time'' prior to the manufacturer's notification of the defect or 
noncompliance.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/01
Final Action                    01/00/02
Final Action Effective          02/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Andrew DiMarsico, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5219, 
NCC-10, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820

RIN: 2127-AI28
_______________________________________________________________________




2393.  DISPOSITION OF REPLACED TIRES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30102-103; 49 USC 30112; 49 USC 30117-121; 49 
USC 30166-67; Delegation of authority 49 CFR 1.50

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 573

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rule to implement Section 7 of the TREAD Act, PL 106-414 49 
USC 30120(d) by requiring a manufacturer who conducts a campaign to 
remedy a safety-related defect or noncompliance that involves the 
replacement of tires to develop a plan regarding the disposition of the 
tires that are replaced. The plan would address how to prevent, by 
means reasonably within the manufacturer's control, the disposal of 
replaced tires in landfills, particularly through shredding, crumbling, 
recycling, recovery, and other alternative beneficial non-vehicular 
uses.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/01
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/01
Final Action                    02/00/02
Final Action Effective          03/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Coleman R. Sachs, Trial Attorney, Office of Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI29
_______________________________________________________________________




2394.  PROHIBITION OF SALE OR LEASE OF EQUIPMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30120(j)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 573; 49 CFR 577

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Rule regarding statutory prohibition on the sale or lease of 
any item of equipment (including a tire) that is the subject of a 
decision or notice concerning a safety-related defect or noncompliance 
with a Federal motor vehicle safety standard (FMVSS) unless: (1) the 
defect or noncompliance is remedied as required by law before delivery 
under the sale or lease or (2) notification of the defect or 
noncompliance is required by law, but enforcement of the order is set 
aside in a civil action. The legal basis is Sec.8 of the TREAD Act, PL 
106-414 signed 11/01/00.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/01
Final Action                    01/00/02
Final Action Effective          02/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jaclyn Goldstein, Department of Transportation, 
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5219, NCC-10, 400 
Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590

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Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820

RIN: 2127-AI30
_______________________________________________________________________




2395.  RECORD RETENTION (AMENDMENT)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30112; 49 USC 30115-30121; 49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR Part 576

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This will propose to amend 49 CFR Part 576 (Record Retention) 
to extend its recordkeeping requirements in order to implement newly-
enacted requirements under the Transportation Recall, Enhancement, 
Accountability, and Documentation (TREAD) Act PL 106-414 signed 11/1/
00), codified at 49 USC Sec. 30120.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/01
Final Action                    05/00/02
Final Action Effective          06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Enid Rubenstein, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5219, 
NCC-10, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5252
Fax: 202 366-2820

RIN: 2127-AI31
_______________________________________________________________________




2396.  IMPROVE TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.109; 49 CFR 571.117; 49 CFR 571.119; 49 CFR 
571.129; 49 CFR 574

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, December 1, 2000, Advanced Notice of 
Proposed Rulemaking.
Final, Statutory, June 1, 2002.

Abstract: The recently-enacted Transportation Recall Enhancement 
Accountability and Documentation (TREAD) Act requires the Secretary of 
Transportation to initiate rulemaking to improve the labeling of tires 
to assist consumers in identifying tires that may be the subject of a 
safety recall. Pursuant to that Act, this ANPRM states that the agency 
is considering amendments to its regulations to improve the tire 
information and its availability and understandability to consumers. To 
aid in this effect, the agency is seeking responses from the public to 
questions relating to such matters as Tire Identification Number 
content, readability and location, loading, plies and cords, tread wear 
indicator, Uniform Tire Quality Grading System, speed rating, run-flat 
and extended mobility tires, tire inflation pressure, and dissemination 
of tire safety information.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/01/00                    65 FR 75222
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/30/01
NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI32
_______________________________________________________________________




2397.  TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571; 49 CFR 571.101

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 30, 2001.

Abstract: The recently-enacted Transportation Recall Enhancement 
Accountability and Documentation (TREAD) Act requires the Secretary of 
Transportation to initiate rulemaking to require a warning system in 
new motor vehicles to indicate to the operator when a tire is 
significantly under inflated. The agency is proposing to establish a 
new standard for Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) on every new 
vehicle that uses a passenger car tire. A TPMS would detect low 
pressure in a tire and alert the driver through a ``low tire'' warning 
signal.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI33
_______________________________________________________________________




2398.  IMPROVING THE SAFETY OF CHILD RESTRAINTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.213

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 30, 2002.

Abstract: The recently-enacted Transportation Recall Enhancement 
Accountability and Documentation (TREAD) Act requires the Secretary of 
Transportation to initiate rulemaking that will improve the safety of 
child restraints, including minimizing head injuries from side impact 
collisions. The agency will consider whether to (1) require more 
comprehensive tests of child restraints using an array of crash 
conditions and an updated test seat assembly;(2) use test dummies that 
represent a greater range of sizes of children and that incorporate 
current technologies; (3) require improved protection from head 
injuries in side- and rear-impact crashes; (4) provide consumer 
information on the physical compatibility of child restraints and 
vehicle seats on a model-by-model basis; (5) prescribe clearer and 
simpler labels and instructions on child

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restraints; (6) consider restraints for children weighing up to 80 
pounds; (7) apply scaled injury criteria performance levels, including 
neck injury; and (8) include a child restraint in each vehicle crash 
tested under the New Car Assessment Program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI34
_______________________________________________________________________




2399.  SEAT BELT EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.209

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing clarifications concerning the test procedure for the 
acceleration pulse shape, onset rate, time duration, and acceleration 
tolerance for seat belt emergency locking retractor.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI38
_______________________________________________________________________




2400.  VOLUNTARILY INSTALLED SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.210

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In a final rule published June 12, 1998 (63 FR 32143, RIN 
2127-AF91), the amendment required anchorages for voluntarily installed 
shoulder belts must comply with the current standard. This change 
applied mainly to seat locations where the minimum requirements were 
lap belts, such as the center rear seat in passenger cars. This change 
did not apply to seats where no seat belt was required. The agency is 
proposing to extend the anchorage requirement to seats where the entire 
seat belt assembly is voluntarily installed. This change will mainly 
affect passenger seats on large buses and large school buses where the 
customer decides to order the bus with seat belts.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action is currently in research.

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI40
_______________________________________________________________________




2401.  +AUTOMOTIVE FUEL ECONOMY MANUFACTURING INCENTIVE FOR 
ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLES

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 32905(f); 49 USC 32906(a)(l)(B)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 538

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 31, 2001, Notice to either 
extend up to four years or discontinue the program after Model Year 
2004.

Abstract: The agency must, by December 31, 2001, publish a notice that 
either extends the incentive program whereby automotive manufacturers 
earn Corporate Average Fuel Economy credits for the production of dual-
fuel vehicles for up to four years beyond Model Year 2004, with a 
maximum allowable increase in average fuel economy per manufacturer of 
0.9 miles per gallon, or explains the rationale for not extending the 
incentive program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kenneth Richard Katz, Lead Engineer, Consumer Program 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4936
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI41
_______________________________________________________________________




2402.  CIVIL PENALTIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 28 USC 2461 note; 31 USC 3701 note

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 578

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, March 4, 2001.
Statute requires civil penalty adjustments at least once every 4 years.

Abstract: Increase in civil penalties for violations of certain 
statutes administered by NHTSA required to be

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adjusted at least once every 4 years and last increased effective March 
1997.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Taylor Vinson, Senior Attorney, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI42
_______________________________________________________________________




2403.  IDLE STOP TECHNOLOGY USED IN SOME HYBRID ELECTRIC 
VEHICLES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.102

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to amend the standard to clarify the 
intent of the standard and allow it to accommodate ``idle stop 
technology'' used in some hybrid electric vehicles. This will respond 
to existing interpretations which promised such an modification.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Boyd, Division Chief, Vehicle Controls & 
Adapted Vehicles Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW, 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6346
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI43
_______________________________________________________________________




2404.  EXPANDING THE AUTO PARTS MARKING REQUIREMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 33103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In accordance with the Anti Car Theft Act of 1992, the 
Attorney General was required to report on the effectiveness of 
expanding the parts marking requirements of the theft prevention 
standard to the remaining motor vehicle lines. On the basis of the 
available evidence presented, the Attorney General found that the 
evidence did not support a finding that requiring parts marking would 
not substantially inhibit chop shop operations and auto theft and 
therefore, recommended expanding the parts marking requirements to the 
remaining motor vehicle lines. Based on the results of the report, the 
agency is required to prepare rulemaking to extend the theft prevention 
standard to the remaining motor vehicle lines.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rosalind Proctor, Division Chief, Consumer Programs 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0846
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI46
_______________________________________________________________________




2405.  PARKING BRAKES FOR NON-SCHOOL BUS VEHICLES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.105

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to update the standard to require 
non-school bus vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) over 
10,000 pounds to be equipped with a hydraulic parking brake system.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI47
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2406. BRAKE LINING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.105

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Petitions from R. Grabowsky and American Trucking Association 
(ATA) requested initiation of rulemaking concerning brake linings (all 
vehicles and aftermarket). Mr. Grabowsky petitioned relative to 
stability, friction level, fade, wear, and identification of linings. 
ATA petitioned relative to friction level and identification of linings 
for heavy vehicles only. Petitions concerned both performance levels 
and test procedures, and were granted.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AC66
_______________________________________________________________________




2407. +PLATFORM LIFT SYSTEMS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.141; 49 CFR 571.142

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This supplemental notice proposes to establish two new safety 
standards: an equipment standard specifying requirements for platform 
lifts; and a vehicle standard for all vehicles equipped with such 
lifts. This supplemental notice significantly differs from our original 
proposal in several respects. Most notably, the scope of our proposal 
has been expanded to platform lifts installed on all motor vehicles. 
Other significant changes are additional interlock requirements, 
improved wheelchair retention and platform slip resistance tests, and, 
in some instances, lesser compliance standards for lifts installed on 
vehicles typically used solely for private transport. This action is 
considered significant due to substantial public interest in 
transportation of individuals with disabilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/26/93                    58 FR 11562
NPRM Comment Period End         04/27/93
SNPRM                           07/27/00                    65 FR 46227
Correction                      08/04/00                    65 FR 47946
SNPRM Comment Period End        10/25/00
Final Action                    08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gayle Dalrymple, Safety Engineer, Vehicle Controls and 
Adapted Vehicle Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5559

RIN: 2127-AD50
_______________________________________________________________________




2408. UPGRADE FUEL INTEGRITY PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.301

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: An advance notice of proposed rulemaking in 1995 announced 
the agency's plan to consider upgrading the standard by making the 
current crash requirements more stringent and by broadening the 
standard's focus to include mitigation concepts related to fuel system 
components and environmental and aging tests related to components. The 
notice also requested comments on the agency's plan to explore a three-
phase approach to upgrading the standard, data, methods, and strategies 
which may assist in the agency's regulatory decisions in defining 
specific requirements and test procedures for upgrading the standard. 
Based on the responses to the notice and available data, the agency is 
proposing to replace the current rear impact test procedures with a 
more stringent test procedure. The agency is also proposing to replace 
the standard's current side impact test requirements with the side 
impact test requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 
214, Side Impact Protection.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            12/14/92                    57 FR 59041
Comment Period End              02/12/93
ANPRM                           04/12/95                    60 FR 18566
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/12/95
NPRM                            11/13/00                    65 FR 67693
NPRM Comment Period End         02/12/01                    65 FR 78461
Final Action                    08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action will respond to RIN 2127-AE83. On 
December 15, 2000, extension of comment period was published in 
response to petitions.

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AF36
_______________________________________________________________________




2409. ALTERNATIVE GEOMETRIC VISIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR LAMPS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing to harmonize the lighting standard's geometric visibility 
requirements for signal lamps and rear side marker color with those of 
the ECE. Harmonization of the standard worldwide, without reducing 
safety, would allow manufacturers to reduce costs by producing to a 
single world vehicle standard rather than several, thus reducing costs 
and improving the flow of trade. The agency is issuing additional/
alternative proposals.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/26/95                    60 FR 54833
NPRM Comment Period End         12/26/95
SNPRM                           12/10/98                    63 FR 68233
SNPRM Comment Period End        03/10/99
Final Action                    08/00/01

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: On February 27, 1997 (62 FR 8883), the agency 
terminated rulemaking in which the agency had asked for comments on 
whether the performance and installation of front and rear fog lamps 
should be regulated. In response to these comments, the SAE has 
established a Fog Lamp Task Force to develop an internationally-
acceptable fog lamp standard, on which a Federal standard could be 
based.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 10/26/95, 60 FR 54833

Agency Contact: Richard VanIderstine, Division Chief, Visibility and 
Injury Prevention Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5280
Fax: 202 366-4329

RIN: 2127-AF75
_______________________________________________________________________




2410. POWER-OPERATED WINDOWS: ROOF PANELS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.118

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to amend the test procedure used to demonstrate 
compliance by adding an alternative testing specification for a non-
contact automatic reversal system, in order to provide a more 
meaningful and realistic method for evaluating the compliance of such 
systems which do not rely on contact to sense an obstruction. Petition 
was granted.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/04/96                    61 FR 28124
Correction                      06/14/96                    61 FR 30209
NPRM Comment Period End         08/05/96
Final Action                    07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Boyd, Division Chief, Vehicle Controls & 
Adapted Vehicles Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW, 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6346
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AF83
_______________________________________________________________________




2411. AUTOMOTIVE FUEL ECONOMY REPORTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 32907

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 537

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to remove obsolete reporting 
requirements. These submission requirements include factors such as 
``breakover angles'' for light trucks, which are essentially never used 
by NHTSA. Revising this part would reduce the costs to the industry of 
reporting to NHTSA. This action will not inhibit the agency's ability 
to comply with its statutory requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/13/96                    61 FR 22010
NPRM Comment Period End         07/12/96
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rosalind Proctor, Division Chief, Consumer Programs 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0846
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AG00
_______________________________________________________________________




2412. DEALER NOTIFICATION OF DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE DETERMINATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30102; 49 USC 30103; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 
30112; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30116; 49 USC 30118; 49 USC 30119; 49 USC 
30120; 49 USC 30163; 49 USC 30165

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 573; 49 CFR 577

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will implement an amendment to 49 USC Chapter 301 
which prohibits dealers from selling motor vehicles or motor vehicle 
equipment that have been determined to contain a safety-related defect 
or noncompliance with a Federal motor vehicle safety standard until the 
defect or noncompliance is remedied. It will set forth criteria to 
govern the timing and content of notifications of defects and 
noncompliances that manufacturers must send to their dealers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/27/93                    58 FR 50314
NPRM Comment Period End         10/27/93
SNPRM                           05/19/99                    64 FR 27227
SNPRM Comment Period End        06/18/99
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jonathan D. White, Chief, Recall Analysis Division, 
Office of Defects Investigation, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5226
Fax: 202 366-7882

RIN: 2127-AG27
_______________________________________________________________________




2413. POWER WINDOW SAFETY SWITCHES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.118

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency proposed 
to

[[Page 25905]]

require each power operated window, interior partition, and roof panel 
in a motor vehicle to be equipped with a switch designed so that 
contact by a form representing a small child's knee would not close 
window, partition, or panel.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/15/96                    61 FR 58504
NPRM Comment Period End         01/14/97
Final Action                    09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Boyd, Division Chief, Vehicle Controls & 
Adapted Vehicles Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW, 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6346
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AG36
_______________________________________________________________________




2414. SEAT BELT POSITIONING DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 575

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing a labeling requirement for seat belt positioning devices. 
This label would consist of a warning regarding the suitability of 
these devices for a particular height/weight/age of child.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/13/99                    64 FR 44164
NPRM Comment Period End         10/12/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AG49
_______________________________________________________________________




2415. GLARE REDUCTION FROM DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to amend the lighting standard to 
reduce glare from daytime running lamps (DRLs). It would do this in 
three stages. One year after publication of the final rule, DRLs 
utilizing the upper headlamp beam would not be permitted to exceed 
3,000 candela (cd) at any point, thus becoming subject to the maximum 
candela permitted for DRLs other than headlamps. This same limit would 
be applied to the upper half of lower beam DRLs two years after 
publication of the final rule. Finally, four years after publication of 
the final rule, all DRLs, except lower beam DRLs, would be subject to a 
flat 1,500 cd limit. Lower beam DRLs would be limited to 1,500 cd at 
horizontal or above. This action is intended to provide the public with 
all the conspicuity benefits of DRLs while reducing glare and is based 
on research that has become available since the final rule establishing 
DRLs was published in 1993.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/07/98                    63 FR 42348
NPRM Comment Period End         09/21/98
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard VanIderstine, Division Chief, Visibility and 
Injury Prevention Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5280
Fax: 202 366-4329

RIN: 2127-AG86
_______________________________________________________________________




2416. ADMINISTRATIVE REWRITE FOR HEADLAMP REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency has proposed to rewrite the sections relating to 
headlighting. The rewrite is important because of the standard's age 
and numerous amendments which have made it difficult to read and 
interpret. The revised standard should reduce burden especially to 
small manufacturers because of improved clarity. The reorganization of 
the sections relating to other lamps will be addressed in a separate 
rulemaking.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/12/98                    63 FR 63258
Comment Period End 4/11/99      02/08/99                     64 FR 6021
NPRM Comment Period End         02/10/99
Final                           10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard VanIderstine, Division Chief, Visibility and 
Injury Prevention Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5280
Fax: 202 366-4329

RIN: 2127-AG87
_______________________________________________________________________




2417. SIGNAL LAMPS USED WITH LIGHT EMITTING DIODES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.108

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 25906]]

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing to revise the requirements for signal lamps equipped with 3 
or more light emitting diodes (LED). The current requirements have 
become design restrictive and a service burden for vehicle and signal 
lamp manufacturers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/24/98                    63 FR 34350
Extension of Comment Period     08/03/98                    63 FR 41222
NPRM Comment Period End         10/09/98
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard VanIderstine, Division Chief, Visibility and 
Injury Prevention Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5280
Fax: 202 366-4329

RIN: 2127-AG88
_______________________________________________________________________




2418. STATE ISSUED IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 104-208, sec 656

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1331

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, September 30, 1997.

Abstract: The agency issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to 
implement the requirements contained in section 656(b) of the Illegal 
Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996. This 
section of the Act, entitled State-Issued Driver's Licenses and 
Comparable Identification Documents, provides that a Federal agency may 
only accept as proof of identity a driver's license or identification 
document that conforms to specific requirements, in accordance with 
regulations issued by the Department of Transportation. The agency 
received over 2000 comments to this notice. The agency's appropriations 
act imposed a restriction on the use of FY 99 funds to issue a final 
rule implementing the proposed requirements. Subsequently the agency's 
FY 2000 appropriations act repealed section 656(b). The agency will 
take action to terminate the rulemaking.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/17/98                    63 FR 33220
NPRM Comment Period End         08/03/98
Comment Period End 10/2/98      08/19/98                    63 FR 44415
Final Action                    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: William Holden, Division Chief, Driver Register and 
Traffic Records Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4800

RIN: 2127-AG91
_______________________________________________________________________




2419. +ALLOCATION OF FUEL ECONOMY CREDITS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 32903

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 534

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing rulemaking to clarify when and how 
predecessor and successor automobile manufacturers may use the fuel 
economy credits of the predecessor or successor. The use of carry 
forward or carry back credits will be specified for manufacturers that 
merge. This action is considered significant because it will affect the 
treatment of the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) penalties.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/22/01                     66 FR 6523
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Edward Glancy, Senior Attorney Advisor, Office of the 
Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2992

RIN: 2127-AG97
_______________________________________________________________________




2420. PLACEMENT OF WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS ON BUSES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 30166; 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 
49 USC 30115

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.217

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To prevent blocking of the emergency exits, the agency is 
proposing to add a new section to the standard to not allow the 
placement of wheelchair securement anchorages or other devices that 
protrude into the aisle of an emergency exit in all buses.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/05/99                    64 FR 10604
NPRM Comment Period End         05/04/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH03
_______________________________________________________________________




2421. INCORPORATE THE 1996 REVISION OF THE AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS 
INSTITUTE (ANSI)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing to

[[Page 25907]]

incorporate the 1996 revision of the American National Standards 
Institute (ANSI) standard for safety glazing used in motor vehicles and 
other minor revisions into the agency's current standard for safety 
glazing used in motor vehicles.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/04/99                    64 FR 42330
NPRM Comment Period End         10/04/99
Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH08
_______________________________________________________________________




2422. +HARMONIZATION OF HEAD RESTRAINTS

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL 
104-4.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 49 USC 
30166; 49 USC 322

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.202

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency has proposed to upgrade the current head restraint 
requirements to increase safety. The proposal also, until the upgraded 
requirements become effective, allows manufacturers to certify their 
vehicles either to the existing U.S. requirements or to the Economic 
Commission for Europe (ECE) Regulation No. 25. The upgrade proposed 
performance requirements intended to assure that the head restraint, if 
adjusted, will remain locked in specific height positions and calls for 
the installation of head restraints in rear seats. This action is 
concerned significant due to the expected high cost to the private 
sector for the modifications to the standard.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/04/01                      66 FR 967
NPRM Comment Period End         03/05/01
Final Action                    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH09
_______________________________________________________________________




2423. TRUCK AIR BRAKING REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing to modify the air brake requirements for five of the ten 
recommended modifications. These areas are to provide consistency 
between table I., Stopping Sequence, item 4(b) and S5.7.3(b); provide 
wording for single-unit vehicles to prevent single-unit axle 
overloading; clarify emergency brake requirements for trucks and buses; 
address the misconceptions about the wheel lock provisions as they 
apply to vehicles with tandem axles; and correct two minor 
typographical errors. The other five recommendations will be denied.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/03/99                     64 FR 5259
NPRM Comment Period End         04/05/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH11
_______________________________________________________________________




2424. CHILD RESTRAINTS FOR OLDER CHILDREN

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.213

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
requesting comments on whether the child restraint standard should be 
amended to facilitate the production of lap belt-installed booster 
seats and other child restraints for children weighing over 18 
kilograms, such as by allowing use of a tether in some of the 
compliance tests.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comment             07/07/99                    64 FR 36657
Comment Period End              09/07/99
Agency Decision                 06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH14
_______________________________________________________________________




2425. MOTORCYCLE BRAKING REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.122

[[Page 25908]]

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering eliminating the requirements for the minimum hand lever 
force (5 pounds) and the minimum foot pedal force (10 pounds) for fade 
and water recovery tests.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/17/99                    64 FR 62622
NPRM Comment Period End         01/18/00
Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH15
_______________________________________________________________________




2426. HEAVY VEHICLE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.105; 49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency has proposed performance tests for ABS-equipped 
single unit trucks and buses. ABS equipment requirements became 
effective for air-braked single unit trucks, buses, and trailers on 
March 1, 1998, and for hydraulic-braked trucks and buses becomes 
effective on March 1, 1999. The agency indicated in prior rulemaking 
notices that it would consider supplementing these ABS equipment 
requirements with performance requirements after conducting tests to 
determine if such testings are practicable and repeatable for trucks 
and buses.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/21/99                    64 FR 71377
NPRM Comment Period End         02/22/00
Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH16
_______________________________________________________________________




2427. +SAFETY INCENTIVE GRANTS FOR USE OF SEAT BELTS-ALLOCATIONS BASED 
ON STATE SEAT BELT USE RATES

Priority: Other Significant

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

Legal Authority: PL 105-178, sec 1403

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1240

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 1403 of TEA-21 established a new program of incentive 
grants (under Section 157 of chapter 1 of Title 23) to encourage States 
to increase seat belt use rates. This rulemaking action establishes the 
criteria and procedures to be followed to implement this incentive 
grant program. A State is eligible for an incentive grant if: (1) The 
State had a seat belt use rate greater than the national average for 
the two preceding calendar years, OR (2) The State's seat belt use rate 
in the previous calendar year was higher than the State's ``base seat 
belt use rate.'' (The ``base seat belt use rate'' is defined as the 
State's highest use rate for any calendar year from 1996 through the 
calendar year preceding the previous calendar year.) The amount of 
funding each State is awarded is based on calculations by the Secretary 
of the annual savings to the Federal Government in medical costs 
(including savings under the medicare and medicaid programs). According 
to the statute, on September 1 of each year, beginning in 1998, the 
Department will determine which States meet the eligibility criteria, 
and on October 1 of each year, the Department will allocate the 
incentive grant funds. This rule sets forth the procedures the agency 
will use to evaluate seat belt use rates and to allocate funds. It was 
published as an interim final rule with immediate effectiveness because 
the first evaluations of seat belt use information were required on 
September 1, 1998, and the first allocations of funds were required on 
October 1, 1998. In the next action, the agency expects to evaluate and 
respond to comments, as appropriate.
The statute authorizes a total of $500 million for grants under this 
section for fiscal years 1999 through 2003. A State may use these grant 
funds for any project eligible for assistance under Title 23. If there 
are any unallocated funds available in FY 1999, the excess amounts will 
be apportioned to the states for expenditure on the Surface 
Transportation Program (STP). If there are any unallocated funds 
available in FY 2000 through FY 2003, the Secretary is directed to 
allocate the funds to selected States to carry out innovative projects 
that promote increased seat belt use rates. States will be selected 
based on plans submitted to the Secretary.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/29/98                    63 FR 57904
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/29/98
Comment Period End              01/29/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Wendi Wilson-John, Office of State and Community 
Services, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration
Phone: 202 366-2121

RIN: 2127-AH38
_______________________________________________________________________




2428. OCCUPANT PROTECTION INCENTIVE GRANTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 105-178, sec 2003

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1345

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 25909]]

Abstract: TEA-21 established a new program of incentive grants to 
encourage States to adopt and implement effective programs to reduce 
highway deaths and injuries resulting from individuals riding 
unrestrained or improperly restrained in motor vehicles. An interim 
final rule was published to establish criteria and procedures to be 
followed to implement this incentive grant program. A State may become 
eligible to receive a grant under this section by demonstrating that it 
has implemented at least four of the following six criteria: 1) a law 
requiring safety belt use by all front seat passengers (and beginning 
in FY2001, in any seat in the vehicle); 2) a primary safety belt law; 
3) minimum fines or penalty points for belt and child seat violations; 
4) a special traffic enforcement program; 5) a child passenger 
protection education program; and 6) a child passenger protection law - 
requiring minors to be properly secured. The statute authorizes a total 
of $68 million for grants under this section over 5 years beginning in 
fiscal year 1999. Each State that qualifies for a grant receives up to 
25 percent of its FY1997 section 402 apportionment. An interim final 
rule was published with immediate effectiveness, because its criteria 
applied to States seeking to receive funds beginning on October 1, 
1998. A final rule will be published.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/01/98                    63 FR 52592
Interim Final Rule Effective    11/02/98
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/30/98
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Joan Tetrault, Office of State and Community Services, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2121

RIN: 2127-AH40
_______________________________________________________________________




2429. EJECTION MITIGATION USING ADVANCED GLAZING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to the Intermodal Surface Transportation 
Efficiency Act of 1991, the agency is requesting comments on the report 
titled ``Ejection Mitigation Using Advanced Glazing: Status Report 
II.'' This report is to inform the public about the agency's research 
findings to date on advanced glazing materials that may prevent 
ejection on vehicle occupants through motor vehicle windows during 
crashes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            07/19/00                    65 FR 44710
Comment Period End              11/16/00
Agency Decision                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH50
_______________________________________________________________________




2430. UPPER INTERIOR IMPACT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.201

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: At the request of the manufacturers' organizations, the 
agency is proposing to amend the upper interior impact requirements (1) 
to modify the minimum distance between certain targets on vertical 
surfaces inside a vehicle and (2) add new definitions and test 
procedures for new-style door frames and vertical seat belt mounting 
structures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/05/00                    65 FR 17843
NPRM Comment Period End         06/05/00
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/07/00                    65 FR 36106
NPRM Comment Period End         07/05/00
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH61
_______________________________________________________________________




2431. VEHICLES WITH RAISED ROOFS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.216

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for reconsideration of a final rule 
published on April 27, 1999 (64 FR 22567, RIN 2127-AF40) that made 
testing more suitable for vehicles with raised or sloped roof 
structures, the petitioners requested that the agency modify the 
portion of the rule that pertains to raised roof vehicles, particularly 
those vehicles used for transporting disabled persons. The petitioners 
claim that the test plate position requirement for these vehicles 
causes the plate's rear edge to contact the raised roof structure in a 
manner which causes abnormal penetration and failure.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/31/00                     65 FR 4579
Action Effective                01/31/00
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

[[Page 25910]]

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH74
_______________________________________________________________________




2432. SCHOOL BUS BODY JOINT STRENGTH

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.221

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for reconsideration of a final rule 
published on November 5, 1998 (63 FR 59732 RIN 2127-AC19) which 
extended the applicability of Standard No. 221, school bus body joint 
strength, to school buses with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 
10,000 pounds or less, narrowed an exclusion of maintenance access 
panels from the requirements of the standard, and revised testing 
requirements, the agency is considering amending the definition of bus 
body and allowing for the testing of surrogate bus body joint. Changing 
the definition could exclude those joints in the van cutaway chassis 
and enhance the possibility of allowing van cutaways to be manufactured 
into school buses.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/06/00                    65 FR 11751
Interim Final Rule Effective    04/05/00
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: In response to petitions for reconsideration, 
this final rule extends the effective date of the November 5, 1998, 
final rule. Other issues are still under consideration.

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH84
_______________________________________________________________________




2433. STOWABLE OR FOLD-AWAY CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.225

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes requests by petitions for 
reconsideration to permit stowing and fold-away anchors on vehicles. 
The proposal would set performance and other requirements for such 
anchors. This pertains to the requirements established in the final 
rule published March 5, 1999 (64 FR 10785 RIN 2127-AG50).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Agency Decision                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Other issued raised by the petitioners are 
being addressed in RIN 2127-AH65 - Child Restraint Anchorage Systems - 
Part 1 and RIN 2127-AH86 - Child Restraint Anchorage Systems - Part 2.

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH85
_______________________________________________________________________




2434. NECK LATERAL BENDING FOR 50TH PERCENTILE MALE SIDE IMPACT DUMMY 
HYBRID III (SID/HIII)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency has 
proposed to modify the neck lateral bending response specifications for 
the Side Impact Hybrid Dummy 50th Percentile Male (SID/HIII).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/29/00                    65 FR 71081
NPRM Comment Period End         01/16/01
Final Action                    07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stanley Backaitis, Engineer, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4912
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH87
_______________________________________________________________________




2435. CLARIFY TEST PROCEDURES FOR BRAKE FLUIDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.116

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency has proposed to revise the corrosion and 
evaporation test procedures. These revisions were intended to improve 
the levels of compliance test repeatability and/or reproducibility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/16/01                     66 FR 3527
NPRM Comment Period End         03/19/01
Final Action                    09/00/01

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH96
_______________________________________________________________________




2436. CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS--PART 2

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.225

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action responds to several petitions for reconsideration 
concerning long-term testing procedures regarding the strength and 
other issues of universal child restraint anchors. These requirements 
were established by the final rule on universal child restraint 
anchorages published on March 5, 1999 (64 FR 10785, RIN 2127-AG50). An 
earlier action (RIN 2127-AH65) responded to other issues raised by the 
petitions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH99
_______________________________________________________________________




2437. HYBRID III TYPE 6-YEAR-OLD SIZE TEST DUMMY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is responding to petitions for reconsideration of 
our final rule published January 13, 2000 (65 FR 2059, RIN 2127-AG76) 
which established design and performance specifications for a new, more 
advanced 6-year-old child dummy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stanley Backaitis, Engineer, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4912
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI00
_______________________________________________________________________




2438. FIFTH PERCENTILE FEMALE TEST DUMMY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is responding to petitions for reconsideration of 
our final rule published March 1, 2000 (65 FR 10961, RIN 2127-AG66) 
which adopted the Hybrid III small female size dummy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stanley Backaitis, Engineer, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4912
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI01
_______________________________________________________________________




2439. HYBRID III TYPE 3-YEAR-OLD SIZE TEST DUMMY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is responding to petitions for reconsideration of 
our final rule published March 22, 2000 (65 FR 15254, RIN 2127-AG77) 
which established design and performance specifications for a new, more 
advanced 3-year-old child dummy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stanley Backaitis, Engineer, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4912
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI02
_______________________________________________________________________




2440. HIGH-THEFT LINES FOR MODEL YEAR 2002

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 33104

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is listing the likely high-theft vehicle lines 
that are subject to the parts-marking requirements of the theft 
prevention

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standard and high-theft lines that are exempted from the parts-marking 
requirements for model year 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rosalind Proctor, Division Chief, Consumer Programs 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0846
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI08
_______________________________________________________________________




2441. +ADVANCED AIR BAGS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is responding to petitions for reconsideration of 
our final rule published May 12, 2000 (65 FR 30679, RIN 2127-AG70) 
which required future air bags be designed to create less risk of 
serious air bag-induced injuries that current air bags, particularly 
for small women and young children; and provided improved frontal crash 
protection for all occupants, by means that included advanced air bag 
technology. This action is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest and controversy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Announces Technical Workshop    11/14/00                    65 FR 68107
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Agency held a technical workshop on December 6, 
2000, to give the agency an opportunity to make sure it understands the 
petitions' issues concerning some of the test procedures for the 
advanced air bag final rule.

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI10
_______________________________________________________________________




2442.  SALE OR LEASE OF DEFECTIVE OR NONCOMPLIANT TIRE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30166(n); Delegation of Authority 49 CFR 1.50

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 573

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, January 30, 2001, interim final rule.

Abstract: The regulation requires the reporting of knowing and willful 
sales or leases for use on a motor vehicle of defective tires or tires 
not in compliance with safety standards. Regulation required by 
P.L.106-414.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/26/00                    65 FR 81409
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/25/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/26/01
Final Action                    12/00/01
Final Action Effective          01/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jennifer T. Timian, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5219, 
NCC-10, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI23
_______________________________________________________________________




2443.  SAFE HARBOR PROVISION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 106-414 Tread Act; 49 USC 30170(a)(2)(B)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 578

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, January 30, 2001, Interim Final.

Abstract: Rule implements the ``reasonable time'' and ``sufficient 
correction'' as they apply to the safe harbor from criminal penalties, 
as required by the TREAD Act P.L. 106-414.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/26/00                    65 FR 81414
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/25/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/26/01
Final Action                    12/00/01
Final Action Effective          01/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steven Cohen, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 5219, 
NCC-10, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5253
Fax: 202 366-3820

RIN: 2127-AI24
_______________________________________________________________________




2444.  HYBRID III TYPE 12-MONTH-OLD SIZE TEST DUMMY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 572

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is responding to petitions for reconsideration of 
our final rule published March 31, 2000 (65 FR 17180, RIN 2127-AG78) 
which established design and performance specifications for a new, more 
advanced 12-month-old child dummy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Stanley Backaitis, Engineer, Office of Crashworthiness

[[Page 25913]]

Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4912
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI37
_______________________________________________________________________




2445. PROCEDURES FOR PARTICIPATING IN AND RECEIVING DATA FROM THE 
NATIONAL DRIVER REGISTRATION PROBLEM DRIVER POINTER SYSTEM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30301 to 30308; PL 106-159, sec 204

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1327

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is amending the National Driver Register 
regulations to implement an amendment made by the Motor Carrier Safety 
Improvement Act of 1999 (PL 106-159). The amendment requires a state, 
before issuing or renewing a motor vehicle operator's license to an 
individual, to query both the National Driver Register and the 
Commercial Driver's License Information System on the individual's 
driving record.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: William Holden, Division Chief, Driver Register and 
Traffic Records Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4800

RIN: 2127-AI45
_______________________________________________________________________




2446.  TRAILER TEST RIG

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering a technical amendment to the standard to delete a figure 
which is no longer referenced and to correct several typographical 
errors and omissions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI48
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2447. +CRASHWORTHINESS RATINGS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would require manufacturers to disseminate 
crashworthiness performance information concerning their cars to the 
public, to provide consumers with comparative information on the 
crashworthiness performance of new car models. This rulemaking is 
considered significant because of the impact on manufacturers, the 
interest shown by consumers, and the potential significant effects on 
the automotive marketplace. The agency requested public comments on the 
National Academy of Sciences (NAS) study titled ``Shopping for Safety - 
Providing Consumer Automotive Safety Information,'' (TRB Special Report 
248) and how that study should be reflected in the agency's decision on 
whether, and if so, how, to proceed with a crashworthiness rating for 
automobiles.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/22/81                     46 FR 7025
NPRM Comment Period End         04/22/81
Request for Comments            05/20/97                    62 FR 27648
Comment Period End              08/18/97


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary Versailles, Office of Planning and Consumer 
Programs, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2057

RIN: 2127-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________




2448. +FLAMMABILITY OF INTERIOR MATERIALS--SCHOOL BUSES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.302

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking requested comments 
regarding possible upgrade of Standard 302 to reduce the risk of fire 
to school bus occupants. This rulemaking is significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/04/88                    53 FR 44627
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/03/89
Request for Comments            02/26/91                     56 FR 7826
Comment Period End              04/29/91


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

[[Page 25914]]

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________




2449. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS OF MULTISTAGE VEHICLES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 567; 49 CFR 568; 49 CFR 1.50

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency proposed to amend the certification requirements 
that apply to incomplete vehicles other than chassis-cabs. Incomplete 
vehicles are vehicles that include at least a frame and chassis 
structure, power train, steering system, suspension system, and brake 
system, but need further manufacturing performed on them to become 
completed vehicles. The agency proposed to extend the certification 
requirements currently applying to chassis-cabs to all types of 
incomplete vehicles. The agency recognizes that manufacturers who build 
vehicles in more than one stage are faced with somewhat different 
problems than manufacturers who build vehicles in a single stage, 
especially when it comes to certifying vehicles to meet Federal Motor 
Vehicle Safety Standards. The agency held a public meeting to listen to 
the views of these groups and others with respect to improving the 
vehicle certification process. The agency has established a negotiated 
rulemaking advisory committee to develop recommended amendments to the 
existing regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/03/91                    56 FR 61392
NPRM Comment Period End         01/31/92
Announced Public Meeting        11/17/95                    60 FR 57694
Notice of Intent                05/20/99                    64 FR 27499
Notice of Formation of Advisory 
Committee                       11/26/99                    64 FR 66447
Notice of Meetings              02/07/00                     65 FR 5847
Notice                          04/19/00                    65 FR 20936


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The agency has published a list of scheduled 
meetings.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 12/03/91, 56 FR 61392

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AE27
_______________________________________________________________________




2450. +REVIEW: SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This standard requires passenger cars manufactured after 
September 1, 1996, to provide occupant protection when impacted in the 
side by a moving deformable barrier. The agency has compared the actual 
risk of occupant injury in side impact crashes of cars meeting the 
standard to the risk in pre-standard cars. The cost of the standard has 
been estimated. The Technical Report has been published. This 
regulation was selected for review because of its costs, potential 
benefits, and public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    10/01/94
Technical Report: Phase I       12/08/99                    64 FR 68717
Comment Period End              04/06/00
Summary and Discussion of Public 
Comments sent to Docket (Phase 
1)                              08/11/00
End Review                      06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The Phase I evaluation report indicates that 
the test injury criterion TTI(d) has a statistically significant 
association with fatality risk in actual side-impact crashes on the 
highway. In model years 1981-93 cars, make models with low TTI(d) on 
the Federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 214 test tend to have low 
fatality risk.

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office 
of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AF54
_______________________________________________________________________




2451. DOOR LATCH EXEMPTION FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH WHEELCHAIR LIFTS 
AND RAMPS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing to modify the ``Door Locks and Door Retention Components'' 
requirements by exempting vehicles with wheelchair ramps and to 
establish uniform requirements for vehicles with wheelchair lifts and 
ramps. These modifications are necessary because of changes in the 
types of vehicles equipped with wheelchair lifts/ramps and changes in 
lift/ramp structural designs which have come to pass in recent years. 
Petition was granted.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

[[Page 25915]]

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: On 05/31/96 (61 FR 27325), the agency published 
a grant notice. The agency believes that the suggested changes made by 
the petitioner merit additional study and research. The agency is 
currently conducting research to determine if door latch exemptions are 
still necessary. Simultaneously, the agency is developing a door latch 
procedure for sliding doors.

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AG16
_______________________________________________________________________




2452. UPGRADE ROOF CRASHWORTHINESS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.216

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to upgrade the roof crashworthiness particularly 
since a larger percentage of American vehicles consist of light duty 
and utility vehicles, a class of vehicles more prone to rollover 
accidents. Petition was granted.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clarke Harper, Division Chief, Light Duty Vehicle 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4916
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AG51
_______________________________________________________________________




2453. REVIEW: REDESIGNED AIR BAGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This standard was temporarily amended to make the unbelted 
test for vehicles with air bags less stringent and, in effect, make it 
easier for manufacturers to quickly depower their air bags. Redesigned 
air bags are likely to benefit out-of-position occupants and reduce 
drivers' arm injuries, but they might be less effective than earlier 
air bags for some occupants. This regulation was selected for review 
because of public interest, potential benefits, and possibility of 
higher risk for some vehicle occupants.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    05/01/98
End Review                      12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office 
of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH13
_______________________________________________________________________




2454. USE OF UNIVERSAL CHILD SEATS IN AIRCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.213

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action responds to a concern expressed by the Federal 
Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding some new universal child seats 
that may be equipped with rigid connectors or prongs. FAA believes that 
if a universal child seat equipped with non-folding, non-retracting 
rigid connectors or prongs were installed on an aircraft seat, the 
connectors or prongs might damage the aircraft seat cushions and might 
protrude into the leg space and egress path of the passenger sitting 
immediately behind the child seat.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: See RIN 2127-AG50 for the Uniform Child 
Restraint Anchorage Systems rule.

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH56
_______________________________________________________________________




2455. REGISTERED IMPORTERS OF VEHICLES NOT ORIGINALLY MANUFACTURED TO 
CONFORM WITH THE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30141; 49 USC 30147

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 592

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to reduce regulatory burdens 
associated with importation of Canadian vehicles for resale in the 
United States when those vehicles already comply in all essential 
respects with the Federal motor vehicle safety standards. This proposal 
will enhance safety by revising application procedures to ensure a 
higher caliber of registered importers and clarifying existing 
obligations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/20/00                    65 FR 69810
NPRM Comment Period End         02/01/01


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

[[Page 25916]]

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Taylor Vinson, Senior Attorney, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH67
_______________________________________________________________________




2456. REVIEW: ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEMS FOR HEAVY TRUCKS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.105; 49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These standards require antilock brake systems (ABS) on 
truck-tractors manufactured after March 1, 1997, semi-trailers and 
single-unit trucks equipped with air brakes after March 1, 1998, and 
single-unit trucks over 10,000 pounds GVWR equipped with hydraulic 
brakes after March 1, 1999. The agency will study the influence of ABS 
on crash involvement rates and estimate the cost of ABS. These 
regulations were selected for review because of their costs, potential 
benefits, and public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    04/01/00
Evaluation Plan Published       08/14/00                    65 FR 49633
End Review                      12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office 
of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI14
_______________________________________________________________________




2457. REVIEW: REAR IMPACT GUARDS FOR TRUCK TRAILERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.223; 49 CFR 571.224

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These standards set requirements for the geometry, 
configuration, strength, and energy absorption capability of rear 
impact guards on full trailers and semi-trailers over 10,000 pounds 
GVWR manufactured after January 26, 1998. The agency will study the 
influence of these guards on injuries in passenger vehicles that rear-
impact trailers. The cost of the standards will also be estimated. 
These regulations were selected for review because of their costs, 
potential benefits, and public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    04/15/00
Evaluation Plan Published       08/14/00                    65 FR 49633
End Review                      12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office 
of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI15
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Completed Actions


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)



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2458. REVIEW: PASSENGER-CAR BACK SEAT OCCUPANT PROTECTION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice announces the publication of a Technical Report 
concerning the back seat lap/shoulder belt requirement. The report's 
title is the ``Effectiveness of Lap/Shoulder Belts in the Back Outboard 
Seating Positions.'' The primary objective of this report is to 
evaluate the effectiveness of lap/shoulder belts for back seat outboard 
occupants and whether they are more effective than lap belts for these 
occupants. Other objectives are to determine whether lap belts are 
effective, whether lap belts are harmful to back seat belt users in 
specific crash modes, and whether lap/shoulder belts correct the 
problems found with lap belts. The regulation was selected for review 
because of public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    07/01/93
Technical Report                07/22/99                    64 FR 39554
Review Completed: Summary and 
Discussion of Public Comments 
Sent to Docket                  10/18/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The evaluation report indicates that lap/
shoulder belts reduce the fatality risk of back seat occupants by 44 
percent relative to an unrestrained occupant and by 15 percent relative 
to an occupant wearing the lap belt only.

Agency Contact: Charles J. Kahane, Chief, Evaluation Division, Office 
of Plans and Policy, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2560
Fax: 202 366-2559

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Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AE95
_______________________________________________________________________




2459. MODIFIED VEHICLES TO ACCOMMODATE A PERSON'S DISABILITY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30122(c)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 595

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency has taken action to facilitate the modification of 
motor vehicles so that persons with disabilities can drive or ride in 
them. The agency has accomplished this by issuing a limited exemption 
from a statutory provision that prohibits specified types of commercial 
entities from either removing safety equipment or features installed on 
motor vehicles pursuant to the Federal motor vehicle safety standards 
performance. The exemption is limited in that it allows repair 
businesses to modify only certain types of Federally-required safety 
equipment and features, under specified circumstances.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/28/98                    63 FR 51547
NPRM Comment Period End         12/28/98
Final Action                    02/27/01                    66 FR 12637
Final Action Effective          04/30/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gayle Dalrymple, Safety Engineer, Vehicle Controls and 
Adapted Vehicle Division, Department of Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5559

RIN: 2127-AG40
_______________________________________________________________________




2460. OPEN CONTAINER REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 105-206, 112 Stat 834

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1230

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 5 of the TEA-21 Restoration Act established a new 
program (under section 154 of chapter 1 of title 23) to encourage 
States to enact Open Container laws. A State which does not have an 
Open Container law will have certain Federal-aid highway funds 
transferred to the State's section 402 State and Community Highway 
Safety grant program. An interim final rule was published to establish 
the criteria and procedures to be followed to implement this transfer 
program.
Each State shall have in effect an Open Container law that prohibits 
the possession of any open alcoholic beverage container, or the 
consumption of any alcoholic beverage, in the passenger area of any 
motor vehicle (including possession or consumption by the driver of the 
vehicle) located on a public highway, or the right-of-way of a public 
highway, in the State. On October 1, 2000, and October 1, 2001, if a 
State has not enacted and is not enforcing an Open Container law, 1-1/2 
percent of the Federal-aid highway funds apportioned to the State under 
paragraphs (1), (3), and (4) of section 104(b) will be transferred to 
the State's section 402 apportionment. On October 1, 2002, and each 
October 1 thereafter, if a State has not enacted and is not enforcing 
an Open Container Law, the transferred amount increases to 3 percent. 
Funds transferred to section 402 must be used for alcohol-impaired 
driving countermeasures or enforcement of driving while intoxicated 
(DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) and other related laws. A 
State may elect to use all or part of its transferred funds for 
activities eligible under the section 152 Hazard Elimination Program. 
The Federal share of a project funded under this section is 100 
percent.
An interim final rule was published with immediate effectiveness 
because some state legislatures were not scheduled to meet in 2000, so 
they were preparing their legislative agendas at the time of 
publication for their 1999 legislative sessions. The states had a need 
to know what the criteria were to be as soon as possible so they could 
enact conforming legislation and avoid the transfer of funds on October 
1, 2000. The agency concluded, therefore, that prior notice and 
opportunity to comment on the rule was both impracticable and contrary 
to the public interest and found good cause to publish an interim final 
rule. A final rule has been published.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/06/98                    63 FR 53580
Interim Final Action Effective  11/05/98
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/07/98
Final Action                    08/24/00                    65 FR 51532

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Glenn Karr, Office of State and Community Services, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2121

RIN: 2127-AH41
_______________________________________________________________________




2461. STATE HIGHWAY SAFETY DATA IMPROVEMENTS INCENTIVE GRANTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 105-178, sec 2005

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1335

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TEA 21 established a new program of incentive grants to 
encourage States to adopt and implement programs to improve highway 
safety data. An interim final rule was to establish criteria and 
procedures to be followed to implement this incentive grant program to 
encourage States to adopt and implement effective programs to improve 
the timeliness, accuracy, completeness, uniformity, and accessibility 
of State data that is needed to identify priorities for national, 
State, and local highway and traffic and State programs. A State may 
become eligible to receive a grant under this section by demonstrating 
that it has met one of the following three options: 1)establish a 
multi-disciplinary highway safety data and traffic records coordination 
committee; complete a highway safety data and traffic records 
assessment or audit within the last five years and initiate development 
of a multi-year highway safety data and traffic records strategic plan. 
Upon completion of this option the State may receive $125,000. 2) 
certify that the State has met the criteria of option 1 and submit a 
data and traffic record multi-year plan, identifying goals,

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performance-based measures, and priorities; and specify how incentive 
funds will be used. Upon completion of this option the State may 
receive $250,000. 3) the Secretary may award grants of up to $25,000 
for 1 year to any State that does not meet the criteria for option 1. 
In subsequent years a State must submit or update a data and traffic 
records multi-year plan, identifying goals, performance-based measures 
and priorities; and the specifics of how incentive funds will be used. 
The State must certify that the coordinating committee continues to 
support the multi-year plan and report annually on the progress made to 
implement the plan. States meeting these conditions in subsequent years 
may receive $225,000 or more, based on the population and road mileage 
in the state. A total of $32,000,000 is authorized for fiscal years 
1999 through 2002, and all grant amounts are subject to the 
availability of funds. An interim final rule was published with 
immediate effectiveness, because its criteria applied to States seeking 
to receive funds beginning on October 1, 1998. A final rule has been 
published.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/08/98                    63 FR 54044
Interim Final Rule Effective    11/09/98
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/07/98
Final Action                    08/10/00                    65 FR 48905

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Agency Contact: John Oates, Chief, Implementation, Office of State and 
Community Services, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2121

Wendi Wilson-John, Office of State and Community Services, Department 
of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Phone: 202 366-2121

RIN: 2127-AH43
_______________________________________________________________________




2462. MINIMUM PENALTIES FOR REPEAT OFFENDERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 105-206, 112 Stat 834

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 1235

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 5 of the TEA-21 Restoration Act established a new 
program (under section 164 of chapter 1 of title 23) to encourage 
States to enact Repeat Intoxicated Driver laws. A State which does not 
have a Repeat Intoxicated Driver law will have certain Federal-aid 
highway funds transferred to the States section 402 State and Community 
Highway Safety grant program. An interim final rule was published to 
establish the criteria and procedures to be followed to implement this 
transfer program.
Each State shall have in effect a Repeat Intoxicated Driver law that 
provides, as a minimum penalty, that an individual convicted of a 
second or subsequent offense for driving while intoxicated (DWI) or 
driving under the influence (DUI) after a previous conviction for that 
offense shall (A) receive a driver's license suspension for not less 
than 1 year; (B) be subject to the impoundment or immobilization of 
each of the individual's motor vehicles or the installation of an 
ignition interlock system on each of the motor vehicles; (C) receive an 
assessment of the individual's degree of abuse of alcohol and treatment 
as appropriate; and (D) receive (i) for 2nd offense, not less than 30 
days community service or 5 days of imprisonment; and (ii) for 3rd and 
subsequent offense, not less than 60 days community service or 10 days 
of imprisonment. On October 1, 2000, and October 1, 2001, if a State 
has not enacted and is not enforcing a Repeat Intoxicated Driver law, 
1-1/2 percent of the Federal-aid highway funds apportioned to the State 
under paragraphs (1), (3), and (4) of section 104(b) will be 
transferred to the State's section 402 apportionment. On October 1, 
2002, and each October 1 thereafter, if a State has not enacted and is 
not enforcing a Repeat Intoxicated Driver law, the transferred amount 
increases to 3 percent. Funds transferred to section 402 must be used 
for alcohol-impaired driving countermeasures or enforcement of driving 
while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) and other 
related laws. A State may elect to use all or part of its transferred 
funds for activities eligible under the section 152 Hazard Elimination 
Program. The Federal share of a project funded under this section is 
100 percent.
An interim final rule was published with immediate effectiveness, 
because some state legislatures are not scheduled to meet in the year 
2000, so they were preparing their legislative agendas at the time of 
publication for their 1999 legislative sessions. The states had a need 
to know what the criteria would be as soon as possible so they could 
enact conforming legislation and avoid the transfer of funds on October 
1, 2000. The agency concluded, therefore, that prior notice and 
opportunity to comment on the rule was both impracticable and contrary 
to the public interest and found good cause to publish an interim final 
rule. A final rule has been published.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              10/19/98                    63 FR 55796
Interim Final Rule Effective    11/18/98
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      12/18/98
Final Action                    10/04/00                    65 FR 59112

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Glenn Karr, Office of State and Community Services, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2121

RIN: 2127-AH47
_______________________________________________________________________




2463. PARKING BRAKE WARNING SYSTEM ON SCHOOL BUSES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.105; 49 CFR 571.121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering whether to require school buses be

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equipped with a parking brake warning system that activates when the 
school bus engine is turned off, the transmission is in neutral, and 
the parking brake has not been applied. This request for comments 
notice seeks to obtain information to help the agency determine the 
magnitude of the problem and the potential effectiveness of the 
proposed warning system.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            03/01/99                     64 FR 9961
Comment Period End              04/30/99
Denial of Petition for 
Rulemaking                      04/10/01                    66 FR 18581

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Soodoo, Division Leader, Vehicle Dynamics 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2720
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH57
_______________________________________________________________________




2464. REQUIREMENTS FOR LOW-SPEED VEHICLES (LSV)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 565; 49 CFR 571.500

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for reconsideration of the final 
rule published June 17, 1998 (63 FR 33194 RIN 2127-AG58). This 
amendment also announces that States and local government may issue 
their own performance specifications for equipment on LSVs, if the 
current standard does not include any performance requirements for that 
equipment. Finally, the notice announces the agency's intention to 
publish, in the near future, a proposal to establish performance 
requirements for the safety equipment of LSVs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/01/00                    65 FR 53219

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Taylor Vinson, Senior Attorney, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH69
_______________________________________________________________________




2465. INTERIOR TRUNK RELEASE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.401

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency has established a new standard that requires all 
new passenger cars with trunks be equipped with a release latch inside 
the trunk compartment.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/17/99                    64 FR 70672
NPRM Comment Period End         02/15/00
Final Action                    10/20/00                    65 FR 63014
Final Action Effective          09/01/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Congress required the agency to provide a 
report on the benefits of an interior trunk release no later than 
December 1999.

Agency Contact: Richard L. Van Iderstine, Division Chief, Visibility 
and Control Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-5280

RIN: 2127-AH83
_______________________________________________________________________




2466. BONFIRE TEST PROCEDURE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 UCS 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 303; 49 CFR 304

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for reconsideration of a final rule 
published November 24, 1995 (60 FR 57943, RIN 2127-AF14) which amended 
the labeling requirements and the bonfire test requirements in standard 
No. 304, the agency has revised these test requirements. The agency has 
determined that the 1995 procedures are not technically feasible 
because the required thermocopule temperatures may not be reached 
during the test. The new test procedures are based on the Compressed 
Natural Gas (CNG) industries latest revision of NGV2.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/30/00                    65 FR 64624
Final Action Effective          11/29/00

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and 
Systems Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway 
Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH94
_______________________________________________________________________




2467. SCHEDULE OF FEES AUTHORIZED BY 49 USC 30141

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30141

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 594

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 2000, Revised fee must be 
established before fiscal year begins.

Abstract: Periodic Revision of Registered Importer Fees
Authorized by 49 U.S.C. 30141

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/19/00                    65 FR 56497

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Taylor Vinson, Senior Attorney, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI11
_______________________________________________________________________




2468. IMPORTATION OF VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT SUBJECT TO FEDERAL MOTOR 
VEHICLE (FMV) SAFETY, BUMPER AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS AND OF 
VEHICLES NOT ORIGINALLY MANUFACTURED TO CONFORM TO FMV STANDARDS

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Duplicate of RIN 2127-AI17      02/23/01

RIN: 2127-AI12
_______________________________________________________________________




2469. LISTING OF NONCONFORMING VEHICLES ELIGIBLE FOR IMPORTATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30141

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 593

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final action amends the list of vehicles not originally 
manufactured to conform to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety 
standards that the agency has decided to be eligible for importation. 
This list is published as an appendix to the regulation that establish 
the procedures through which the agency makes import eligibility 
decisions. The amendment will add to the list all vehicles that the 
agency has decided to be eligible for importation since the list was 
last published on October 1, 1999.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/19/00                    65 FR 56489

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Because this rule only furnishes information 
and imposes no regulatory requirement, the agency has good cause to 
dispense with a notice of proposed rulemaking to solicit comments on 
the rule.

Agency Contact: Coleman R. Sachs, Trial Attorney, Office of Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI17
_______________________________________________________________________




2470.  CIVIL PENALTIES; REGISTERED IMPORTERS OF VEHICLES NOT 
ORIGINALLY MANUFACTURED TO CONFORM TO THE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY 
STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 106-414, sec (a)(2),5(aX2); PL 106-414, sec 4(1)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 578; 49 CFR 592

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Final Rule reflecting increases in civil penalties and 
lengthening of period in which a free remedy must be provided for a 
safety-related defect or noncompliance authorized by PL 106-414 
effective Nov.1, 2000.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/14/00                    65 FR 68101

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Taylor Vinson, Senior Attorney, Office of the Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI18
_______________________________________________________________________




2471.  +LIGHT TRUCK FUEL ECONOMY STANDARDS FOR MODEL YEAR 2003

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 329

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 533

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is establishing the fuel economy standards for 
manufacturers of light truck fleets for model year 2003. At the 
direction of Congress, the standard is the same as the 20.7 mpg 
previously established for MY 2002. Therefore, there is no need for a 
notice of proposed rulemaking. This action is considered significant 
because of substantial public interest.
Section 322 of the FY 2001 DOT Appropriations Act precludes the agency 
from expending any funds to prepare, propose, or promulgate any fuel 
economy standards that differs from those currently in effect. The 
agency cannot consider any other alternative standards that may result 
in lower costs, lesser burdens, or more cost-effectivness for state, 
local or tribal governments or the private sector. The agency has, 
therefore, not prepared a written assessment of this rule for the 
purposes of the Unfunded Mandates Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      04/02/01                    66 FR 17513
Final Rule Effective            05/02/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rosalind Proctor, Division Chief, Consumer Programs 
Division, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0846
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI35

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)



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2472. RAILROAD CAR CONSPICUITY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20148

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA is considering requiring that retroreflective tape be 
applied to all railroad cars. FRA has established a docket so that 
interested parties may submit relevant information, but no immediate 
regulatory action is anticipated.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    01/14/00
ANPRM                           12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John A. Winkle, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street, 
SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6067

RIN: 2130-AB41
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2473. +POSITIVE TRAIN CONTROL

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 234; 49 CFR 236

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Consistent with Congressional mandate, FRA has continued its 
commitment to identifying high risk corridors which may better support 
PTC investment; supporting PTC technology development, testing and 
compatibility; and promoting deployment of PTC technology on high risk 
corridors in the near future. In September, 1997, FRA initiated joint 
fact finding efforts through the Railroad Safety Advisory Committee 
(RSAC) Working Group on PTC. The advice and recommendations of RSAC 
will form the basis for proceeding to an NPRM. The rulemaking will 
address technical standards for PTC, amending 49 CFR part 236.

Statement of Need: Current FRA regulations do not adequately address 
the use of signal and train control technology which is processor-
based. In fact, application of current regulations to processor-based 
systems can create absurdly burdensome requirements. Recently, use of 
this technology has begun to increase on the general system of North 
American railroads, placing new demands on agency resources to ensure 
the safety objectives contemplated by the current regulations are 
achieved. The existence of federal regulations addressing this subject 
matter would further encourage safe use of the technology, which would 
reduce the risk of train-to-train collisions, better enforce speed 
restrictions, and increase the level of protection to roadway workers 
and their equipment. These improvements will likely result in fewer 
fatalities, injuries, and economic damage associated with such risks. 
Given the potential for substantial safety benefits that this program 
represents, this initiative is extremely important to the agency.

Summary of Legal Basis: FRA is issuing this proposal pursuant to its 
general rulemaking authority. 49 U.S.C. 20103(a). Currently, railroads 
may discontinue or materially alter a signal system initially required 
by the Secretary of Transportation only with approval from the 
Secretary. 49 U.S.C. 20502. Exercise of both of these powers has been 
delegated to the FRA Administrator. 49 C.F.R. 1.49.

Alternatives: Currently, FRA accepts waiver applications from railroads 
that seek relief from FRA safety regulations in order to test new 
signal and train control equipment. Since FRA must consider the safety 
ramifications of each application on a case-by-case basis, this 
procedure can take years.

Prior to this action, FRA has considered:(1) leaving the existing 
regulatory requirements as is, (2) eliminating all regulation of signal 
and train control systems, and (3) adopting a specification standard 
for the design of processor-based signal and train control systems. 
However, agency inaction would hinder introduction of new, safer 
technology into railroad signal and train control, elimination of all 
railroad signal and train control system regulation would be a total 
abdication of the agency's statutory duties, and a specification 
standard would inhibit innovative signal and train control system 
designs.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The proposed rule would provide 
standards for the design of processor-based signal and train control 
systems, but would not mandate their usage. FRA believes that a 
railroad would adopt such a system under one or more of the following 
conditions: (1) the new system is safer; (2) the new system is less 
expensive; and (3) continued maintenance of the existing system is no 
longer feasible. The proposed rule would ensure that any replacement 
system is at least as safe as the current system. Concerning existing 
processor-based systems, the proposed rule would require railroads to 
adopt a software management plan, which will ensure proper software 
configuration, resulting in decreased risk of train accidents due to 
signal malfunction. FRA has not quantified these benefits because of 
the difficulties in estimating how many systems are likely to be 
affected by this rule, what the incremental cost would be, and when the 
benefits would occur.

Most of the costs of this proposed rule are associated with safety 
documentation required to demonstrate compliance with the performance 
standard. As with many performance standards, this rule would require 
substantial safety documentation from the railroad to demonstrate 
compliance, both up front and during the life cycle of the system. It 
appears that the primary cost involved in this proposed rule will be 
the product risk assessment, a one-time expense presently incurred by 
product suppliers. For current processor-based systems, railroads face 
the cost of implementing a software management control plan, which is 
less expensive than attempting to satisfy current requirements, which 
did not contemplate the use of processor-based technology.

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Overall, it appears that the benefits of the proposed rule outweigh the 
costs.

Risks: The risk category addressed by the proposed rule is that of 
accidents which occur due to improper signaling or train control. This 
may result in train-to-train collisions, derailments due to excessive 
train speed, and trains penetrating the work limits of roadway workers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: FRA has separated out of this rulemaking its 
action entitled Radio Communication, which revised its radio rules for 
more flexibility and to include requirements for the presence of radios 
and/or some means of wireless communication (RIN 2130-AB19).

Agency Contact: David T. Matsuda, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6046

RIN: 2130-AA94
_______________________________________________________________________




2474. LOCOMOTIVE CRASHWORTHINESS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 229

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, March 3, 1995, Rule or Report to 
Congress.
Report to Congress issued 9/18/96.

Abstract: The agency has proposed to address the crashworthiness of 
locomotives pursuant to the Rail Safety Enforcement and Review Act 
(1992). FRA investigated locomotive crashworthiness, as well as a 
variety of locomotive working conditions (See RIN 2130-AA89) and 
reported its finding to Congress. On October 31, 1996, the Railroad 
Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC) accepted a preliminary planning task 
to schedule handling of these issues. The Locomotive Crew Safety 
Working Group met on January 23, 1997 to develop task statements that 
were forwarded to the full RSAC and accepted on June 24, 1997. 
Originally this project was considered significant, however, RSAC has 
determined that important incremental changes in current design 
standards can be made without significant disruption or controversy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Open Meeting Notice             07/22/94                    59 FR 37528
Report to Congress              09/18/96
NPRM                            07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: This rulemaking was originally included in RIN 
2130-AA89, Locomotive Cab Working Conditions.

Agency Contact: David T. Matsuda, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6046

RIN: 2130-AB23
_______________________________________________________________________




2475. EVENT RECORDER CRASHWORTHINESS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 229

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA will propose improvements in the crashworthiness of event 
recorders and will propose additional requirements for data capture and 
recording for event recorders installed in new and rebuilt locomotives. 
FRA is awaiting the advice and recommendations of RSAC before taking 
further regulatory action.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Thomas A. Phemister, Trail Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6050

RIN: 2130-AB34
_______________________________________________________________________




2476. REVISION TO RAILROAD SAFETY ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 209

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will revise and update FRA's enforcement 
procedures. This action is expected to address the recodification of 
the railroad safety laws and revise certain administrative hearing 
procedures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kathryn E. Shelton, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street, 
SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6063

RIN: 2130-AB35
_______________________________________________________________________




2477. RULES OF PRACTICE

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 211

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will revise and update FRA's rulemaking 
procedures, and the procedures for participation in the rulemaking 
process, such as petitions for rulemaking, petitions for 
reconsideration, and petitions for waiver. These procedures will be 
modified to reflect the recodification of the railroad safety laws,and 
changes in the application of FRA's regulatory procedures that have 
developed over time.

[[Page 25923]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Colleen A. Brennan, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street, 
SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6028

RIN: 2130-AB36
_______________________________________________________________________




2478. +APPLICATION OF RANDOM TESTING AND OTHER ALCOHOL AND DRUG 
REGULATIONS TO EMPLOYEES OF FOREIGN RAILROADS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20140

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 219

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would apply FRA's random testing and other 
alcohol and drug requirements to employees of a foreign railroad whose 
primary reporting point is outside the United States, who perform train 
service or dispatching service in the United States. Such employees are 
currently exempt from random testing, pre-employment testing, and 
requirements for employee self-referral and co-worker report policies. 
This action is considered significant because of substantial inter-
departmental concerns.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia V. Sun, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue, 
N.W. STOP-10, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6060
Fax: 202 493-6068

RIN: 2130-AB39
_______________________________________________________________________




2479. +REQUIREMENTS FOR PROFICIENCY IN THE USE OF THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE 
AND FOR THE USE OF ENGLISH UNITS OF MEASUREMENTS IN COMMUNICATIONS ABOUT 
RAILROAD OPERATIONS IN THE UNITED STATES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 220

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would require that certain railroad 
employees be proficient in English, speak in English when required by 
another railroad worker in connection with railroad operations in the 
United States, and generally use English units of measurement when 
communicating about railroad operations that occur in the United 
States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John A. Winkle, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street, 
SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6067

RIN: 2130-AB40
_______________________________________________________________________




2480.  +MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR TEMPERATURE IN THE LOCOMOTIVE CAB

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20701-20703

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 229

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA proposes to amend current minimum cab temperature 
requirements and establish maximum cab temperature requirements. 
Gradual phase-in of the new requirements would be proposed, until 100 
percent compliance in occupied locomotive cabs is attained. Small 
entities would use a cab temperature management plan in lieu of air 
conditioning.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Cynthia Walters, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6064

RIN: 2130-AB46
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2481. LOCAL RAIL FREIGHT ASSISTANCE TO STATES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 22101

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 266

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action is to revise the procedures and requirements for 
the receipt of financial assistance contained in part 266. These 
changes are required to reflect statutory modifications resulting from 
the Local Rail Service Reauthorization Act of 1989. The Local Freight 
Assistance Program has not been reauthorized after FY 1995. However, 
final regulations are necessary because States continue to submit 
applications for new projects to be funded from loan funds repaid to 
States by previous borrowers. FRA is reconsidering the need for these 
regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/30/90                    55 FR 49648

[[Page 25924]]

NPRM Comment Period End         12/31/90
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Additional Information: While this action was to be terminated in 
October of 1995, the agency reconsidered and has decided to move 
forward with a final rule.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 11/30/90, 55 FR 49648

Agency Contact: JoAnne McGowan, Chief, Freight Programs Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-3290

RIN: 2130-AA60
_______________________________________________________________________




2482. +WHISTLE BANS AT HIGHWAY-RAIL GRADE CROSSINGS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20153

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 222

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 2, 1996.

Abstract: This action would govern when and how train whistles at grade 
crossings must be sounded. FRA has found that failing to use the 
locomotive horn can significantly increase the number of collisions 
with motorists using the crossing. This action is considered 
significant because of substantial public interest. This action is 
being taken pursuant to statutory mandate. FRA studied the consequences 
of the proposed action and prepared a draft environmental impact 
statement (EIS) for the proposed rule.

Statement of Need: This rule is required by the Swift Development Act 
of 1994 (Act). The Act requires the use of locomotive horns at every 
public highway-rail grade crossing but gives FRA the authority to make 
reasonable exceptions. Congress amended this law in 1996 to require 
that FRA take into account the interest of the communities with pre-
existing restrictions on locomotive horns.

Summary of Legal Basis: Issuance of this rule is required by 49 USC 
20153.

Alternatives: There was no alternative to initiating this rulemaking, 
as it is required by statute. However, the rule would provide a list of 
supplementary measures the FRA has determined to be effective 
substitutes for the locomotive horn in the prevention of highway-rail 
grade crossing casualties. The rule would also allow for whistle bans 
if there are alternative safety measures that compensate for the lack 
of a locomotive horn.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The problems considered by this rule are 
collisions and their associated casualties and property damage 
involving vehicles on public highways and the front ends of trains at 
whistle-ban grade crossings.

The costs of this rulemaking will be incurred predominantly by 
communities. However, there are also costs to railroads and to the 
Federal government. At this time, FRA does not know how many businesses 
would be impacted or the severity of the impact if a community elects 
to follow the mandate and become subject to whistleblowing at 
crossings. Nevertheless, the estimated benefits in terms of lives saved 
and injuries prevented will exceed the costs imposed on society for the 
proposed rule. Even under the best case scenario (falling collision 
rates over time) the safety benefits alone, excluding any benefit to 
railroads, exceed the most costly realistic scenario for community 
safety enhancements.

Risks: As a result of studies conducted on accident rates at crossings 
at which locomotive horns are banned, FRA has concluded that such 
crossings generally result in a higher risk of accident than at 
crossings at which horns are sounded. FRA has compared the number of 
collisions occurring within ten different groups of crossings grouped 
by risk and found that the risk of a collision was 62 percent greater 
at crossings equipped with automatic gates and flashing lights than at 
similarly equipped crossings across the nation without bans. FRA 
analysis also indicated that whistle ban crossings without gates, but 
equipped with flashing light signals and/or other types of active 
warning devices, on average, experienced 119 percent more collisions 
than similarly equipped crossings without whistle bans. Congress 
requires that FRA issue a regulation requiring the sounding of 
locomotive horns at all public highway rail grade crossings. However, 
an exception to the requirement is permissible in circumstances in 
which there is not a significant risk of loss of life or serious 
personal injury, use of the locomotive horn is impractical, or 
supplementary safety measures fully compensate for the absence of the 
warning provided by the horn. Issuance of the rule would lower the 
increased collision risk associated with crossings at which no 
locomotive horns are sounded.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/13/00                     65 FR 2230
NPRM Comment Period End         05/26/00
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Additional Information: An Omnibus Bill at the end of the 106th 
Congress prohibited publication of a final rule before July 2001.

Agency Contact: Mark Tessler, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6061

RIN: 2130-AA71
_______________________________________________________________________




2483. LOCOMOTIVE CAB WORKING CONDITIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 229

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, March 3, 1995, Rule or Report to 
Congress.
Report to Congress issued 9/18/96.

Abstract: The agency has proposed to address crew working conditions on 
locomotives, pursuant to the Rail Safety Enforcement and Review Act 
(1992). FRA investigated a variety of locomotive working conditions,

[[Page 25925]]

including sanitation, noise and temperature, and reported its findings 
to Congress. On October 31, 1996, the Railroad Safety Advisory 
Committee (RSAC) accepted a preliminary planning task to schedule 
handling of these issues, and established the Locomotive Crew Safety 
Working Group. The Working Group prepared recommendations addressing 
sanitation in locomotive cabs. The Working Group presented RSAC with 
these recommendations and the full RSAC voted to refer them to FRA as 
the basis for a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM). FRA used these 
recommendations as the basis for an NPRM, which was published January 
2, 2001. This project was originally considered significant because of 
substantial public interest, however, because the rule was developed 
through the RSAC process, the expected interest has not materialized.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Open Meeting Notice             07/22/94                    59 FR 37528
Report to Congress              09/18/96
NPRM (Sanitation)               01/02/01                      66 FR 136
NPRM Comment Period End         03/05/01
Final Action                    01/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Additional Information: As originally proposed, this rulemaking 
addressed both crew working conditions on locomotives and the 
crashworthiness of locomotives. However, in anticipation of issuing two 
distinct rulemakings, FRA has separated crashworthiness of locomotives 
out from the original proposal (RIN 2130-AB23).

Agency Contact: Christine Beyer, Deputy Assistant Chief Counsel, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 
Seventh Street, SW., Washington DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6052

RIN: 2130-AA89
_______________________________________________________________________




2484. MAINTENANCE, INSPECTION, AND TESTING OF GRADE-CROSSING SIGNAL 
SYSTEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 234

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA is making technical changes and minor amendments to final 
regulations which were published on September 30, 1994. These 
regulations require that railroads take specific and timely actions to 
protect the travelling public and railroad employees from the hazards 
posed by malfunctioning highway-rail grade crossing warning systems, 
and that railroads follow specific standards for maintenance, 
inspection, and testing of those systems. The amendments clarify issues 
arising from implementation of this new regulatory program. No new 
costs are expected.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              06/20/96                    61 FR 31802
Comment Period End              07/22/96
Interim Final Rule Effective    08/19/96
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: The final rule, RIN 2130-AA70, was published 9/
30/94 (59 FR 50086), and was effective 1/1/95. In response to a 
petition for reconsideration, FRA conducted a review, together with 
rail labor and rail management, to address various implementation 
issues that had surfaced since the rule was enacted. After meeting with 
these parties in March 1995, FRA issued an Implementation Manual on 
April 14, 1995. An interim final rule intended to clarify 
implementation issues by making minor technical amendments was 
published on June 20, 1996, effective August 19, 1996. Response to the 
comments on that interim rule may result in further amendment of the 
rule.

Agency Contact: Mark H. Tessler, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6061

RIN: 2130-AA97
_______________________________________________________________________




2485. REVISION OF REGULATIONS ADDRESSING DISCONTINUANCE OR MODIFICATION 
OF SIGNAL SYSTEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20501 to 20505

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 235

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA intends to revise part 235 by reducing the list of 
circumstances for which signal system discontinuance approval is 
required. No new costs are expected.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/01/96                    61 FR 33871
Comment Period End              07/31/96
Interim Final Rule Effective    08/30/96
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark Tessler, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6061

RIN: 2130-AB05
_______________________________________________________________________




2486. REVISION OF SIGNAL SYSTEM REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20501 to 20505

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 233

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA is amending its signal system reporting requirements 
(part 233) to reduce signal system reporting burdens on the rail 
industry. No new costs are expected.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/01/96                    61 FR 33871
Comment Period End              07/31/96
Interim Final Rule Effective    08/30/96
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

[[Page 25926]]

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mark Tessler, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6061

RIN: 2130-AB06
_______________________________________________________________________




2487. SMALL RAILROADS; POLICY STATEMENT ON ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 601 et seq; PL 104-121; 49 USC 20101 et seq

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 209

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, March 29, 1997, 180 Days to Final 
Rule.

Abstract: The Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Act (SBREFA) of 
1996 requires, among other things, that Federal agencies establish 
communication and enforcement programs to address the unique concerns 
and operations of small entities.
Pursuant to SBREFA, FRA published communication and enforcement 
policies with respect to small entities in an Interim Statement of 
Agency Policy and undertook an interim definition of ``small entity'' 
in this process. Also, FRA invited comment from the public for the 
purpose of adopting a new definition of ``small entity'' in the future, 
and conducted a public meeting with all interested parties to discuss 
this issue. FRA will issue a Final Statement of Policy.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Policy Statement        08/11/97                    62 FR 43024
Interim Policy Statement 
Effective                       10/10/97
Comment Period End              11/30/97
Final Policy Statement          08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Local

Additional Information: A public meeting was held on September 28, 
1999. (See 64 FR 46468, 8/25/99.)

Agency Contact: Nancy Lummen Lewis, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6047

RIN: 2130-AB15
_______________________________________________________________________




2488. +REGULATIONS ON SAFETY INTEGRATION PLANS GOVERNING RAILROAD 
CONSOLIDATIONS, MERGERS, ACQUISITIONS OF CONTROL AND START-UP OPERATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 21301; 28 USC 2461

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 244; 49 CFR 1.49

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA prepared a proposed rule that would require a railroad to 
file a Safety Integration Plan with the Federal Railroad Administration 
(1) whenever a Class I railroad, the National Railroad Passenger 
Corporation, or a railroad providing commuter service proposes to 
merge, consolidate or acquire control of one another; (2) whenever an 
entity proposes to start operations as a railroad; (3) whenever a Class 
II railroad proposes to consolidate, merge, or acquire control of 
another Class II railroad with which it would directly interchange 
freight, or (4) whenever a railroad merger, consolidation or 
acquisition of control would result in operations that generate revenue 
in excess of the Class I threshold. The proposed rule prescribed 
content and subject matter areas that must be addressed in each plan 
before FRA may approve of such plan. FRA is in the process of preparing 
a final rule in this area and is working with the Surface 
Transportation Board to conduct coordinated rulemaking actions covering 
these transactions within the framework of each agency's jurisdiction.

Statement of Need: This rule is necessary to ensure advance planning of 
operations to promote rail safety. Given the safety problems 
encountered in previous transactions and the need for the merging or 
acquiring railroad to integrate and harmonize information systems, 
training, operational practices and safety procedures on a massive 
scale, the need to require detailed plans setting forth the manner in 
which the parties intend to safely implement integration plans became 
apparent to FRA.

Summary of Legal Basis: Because this rule concerns rail safety, FRA is 
vested with statutory authority to issue regulations governing these 
regulated transactions. See 49 USC 20101 et seq.

Alternatives: The proposed rule authorized a railroad carrying out a 
regulated transaction to petition for a waiver of compliance. The 
railroad would have to follow the procedures prescribed in 49 CFR 211 
in filing such a petition. FRA may grant the petition if waiver of 
compliance is consistent with the public interest and railroad safety. 
FRA does not intend to regulate Class III railroads for the purposes of 
this rule. Nevertheless, the agency solicited comments from interested 
parties about this proposal, or whether the rule should cover any Class 
III railroad seeking to carry out a regulated transaction.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: In this rulemaking action, FRA addressed 
the costs and benefits of issuing the proposed rule. See 63 FR 72225, 
72235 (December 31, 1998). For Class I railroads, the agency estimated 
that a SIP would cost between $300,000 and $800,000 to prepare, but 
will prevent $1.5 million to $12 million in accident costs. For Class 
II railroads, FRA estimated that a SIP would cost between $50,000 and 
$200,000 to prepare, but will prevent between $60,000 and $1.2 million 
in accident costs. The agency added that the safety planning process 
may save railroads from experiencing substantial service difficulties 
that correspond to these complex transactions.

Risks: The problems that surfaced after the merger of the Union Pacific 
and the Southern Pacific indicated that safety could be significantly 
compromised in implementing a consolidation unless the parties 
addressed the safety issues specifically, formally and systematically, 
particularly if the merger was large and complex. To address safety-
related problems stemming from a merger, FRA needed a projection into 
the future of the safety consequences of consolidating the systems. To 
accomplish this, in response to the proposed acquisition of Conrail by 
Norfolk Southern and CSX Transportation, FRA suggested, and the STB 
required, that the merger applicants develop and submit well-defined 
Safety Integration Plans (SIPs)

[[Page 25927]]

as part of the merger application process. The proposed rule required, 
that such Plans be filed by certain railroads in the context of 
proposed mergers and acquisitions and similar circumstances.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/31/98                    63 FR 72225
Public Hearing - Notice         04/21/99                    64 FR 19512
Comment Period Extended         04/21/99                    64 FR 19512
NPRM Comment Period End         05/04/99
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: A public hearing on this rulemaking was held on 
May 4, 1999.

Agency Contact: Jon Kaplan, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6042

RIN: 2130-AB24
_______________________________________________________________________




2489. BRIDGE WORKER SAFETY STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, FRA will amend the 
Bridge Worker Safety Rules through promulgation of an interim final 
rule. The interim final rule will likely prohibit the use of safety 
belts as fall protection, but would continue to require the use of 
harnesses, which are more commonly used in present industry practice. 
The interim final rule would also make technical clarifications to the 
existing standards. This action is supported by the industry and is 
consistent with new policies of the Occupational Safety and Health 
Administration. Data shows that safety belts present unnecessary safety 
risks, and are generally disfavored by companies involved with working 
at heights.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Cynthia Walters, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6064

RIN: 2130-AB25
_______________________________________________________________________




2490. ROADWAY EQUIPMENT SAFETY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA proposes regulations governing operational and design 
safety of on-track equipment used by railroads for track maintenance. 
The regulations would cover self-propelled rail-mounted non-highway 
machines where light weight exceeds 7500 pounds. This rulemaking was 
requested by the Brotherhood of Maintenance-of-Way Employees (BMWE) as 
part of the organization's petition requesting revision of the track 
safety standards. FRA decided to respond to this portion of the BMWE 
petition in a rulemaking separate from the track safety standards 
revision.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/10/01                     66 FR 1930
NPRM Comment Period End         03/12/01
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: This rulemaking is an off-shoot of the 
rulemaking to revise the track safety standards. FRA has changed the 
title of the current entry to the Unified Regulatory Agenda, which was 
originally entitled ``Roadway Maintenance Machine Safety'' to more 
accurately reflect what this action is expected to address.

Agency Contact: Nancy Lummen Lewis, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6047

RIN: 2130-AB28
_______________________________________________________________________




2491. ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT OF MONETARY THRESHOLD FOR REPORTING RAIL 
EQUIPMENT ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 225

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This annual determination establishes the monetary threshold 
for reporting rail equipment accidents/incidents involving railroad 
property damage. This action ensures and maintains comparability 
between different years of data by having the threshold keep pace with 
fluctuations in equipment and labor costs. It is required by statute. 
The reporting threshold is based on the formula adopted in a final rule 
5/18/96, 61 FR 60632. This agenda entry will be updated each year to 
show the latest annual determination. Cites for determinations already 
issued are provided below.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Annual Determination            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The 2000 final rule of 11/21/2000, 65 FR 69884 
maintained at $6,600 the monetary threshold for accidents/incidents 
that occur during calendar year 2000. There is no change from calendar 
years 1998 through 2000. The 1997 final rule of 2/2/97, 62 FR 63675 
increased the monetary threshold from $6,500 to $6,600. The 1996 final 
rule of 11/29/96, 61 FR 60632 increased the monetary threshold from 
$6,300 to $6,500.

Agency Contact: Nancy Friedman, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590

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Phone: 202 493-6034

RIN: 2130-AB30
_______________________________________________________________________




2492. DETERMINATION OF MINIMUM TESTING RATE FOR RANDOM DRUG AND ALCOHOL 
TESTING

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 219

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Each year FRA announces the minimum random drug and alcohol 
testing rates for the following year for the railroad industry. This 
determination is based on a review of rail industry drug and alcohol 
management information system data, as well as data from compliance 
reviews of rail industry drug and alcohol testing programs. Procedures 
were established in a final rule 12/2/94, 59 FR 62218. The minimum 
random drug testing rate continues to be 25 percent of covered railroad 
employees for 2000. This agenda entry will be updated each year to show 
the latest annual determination. Cites for determinations already 
issued are provided below.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Annual Determination            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: In the notice of determination of December 19, 
2000 (65 FR 79318) the minimum random drug and alcohol testing rate for 
calendar year 2001 remained at 25 percent of covered railroad 
employees. In the notices of determination of 2/18/98 (63 FR 8143), 12/
30/98 (63 FR 71789), and 12/27/99, (64 FR 72289) the minimum rate 
remained at 25 percent for calendar years 1998, 1999 and 2000.

Agency Contact: Patricia V. Sun, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue, 
N.W. STOP-10, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6060
Fax: 202 493-6068

RIN: 2130-AB31
_______________________________________________________________________




2493. +LOCATIONAL REQUIREMENT FOR DISPATCHING OF UNITED STATES RAIL 
OPERATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 241

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule will require that all railroad 
operations in the United States be dispatched in the United States, 
with certain exceptions. This action is considered significant because 
of substantial interdepartmental concerns.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John A. Winkle, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street, 
SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6067

RIN: 2130-AB38
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2494. +FREIGHT CAR SAFETY STANDARDS: MAINTENANCE-OF-WAY EQUIPMENT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 215

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend the freight car safety 
standards to subject all maintenance-of-way vehicles to FRA's safety 
standards, with the exception of stenciled cars not used in revenue 
service and restricted to a speed of less than 20 miles per hour. This 
action is considered significant because of substantial public and 
industry interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/10/94                    59 FR 11238
NPRM Comment Period End         02/27/95
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: The original NPRM comment period ended on 4/11/
94 but was twice extended; first, to 11/28/94 (59 FR 49374) and then to 
02/27/95 (59 FR 67266). Due to various contentious issues raised during 
the NPRM comment period, FRA believed it might be advantageous to 
resolve differences in an open forum. Therefore, on September 30, 1997, 
FRA formally proposed this rulemaking as a new task (Task 97-8) for the 
Railroad Safety Advisory Committee (RSAC). After discussion, the RSAC 
declined to accept the task at that time. The need to complete other, 
higher priority projects has not permitted further action on this 
rulemaking.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 03/10/94, 59 FR 11238

Agency Contact: Billie Stultz, Deputy Assistant Chief Counsel, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6053

RIN: 2130-AA68
_______________________________________________________________________




2495. BLUE SIGNAL AND RELATED PROTECTIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 218

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA is in the process of reconsidering amendments to its 
``Blue

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Signal'' regulations, which prescribe minimum requirements for the 
protection of railroad employees engaged in the inspection, testing, 
repair, and servicing of rolling equipment. In a final rule issued in 
1993, FRA allowed augmentation of a crew by using a ``utility'' 
employee, which would increase a railroad's efficient use of its 
employees under secure procedures to ensure proper coordination within 
the work group. Based on petitions to reconsider several aspects of its 
final rule treating this subject, FRA issued amendments to this rule. 
One of those amendments dealt not with utility employees, but with lone 
workers. Based on comments received, the agency suspended that 
amendment and reopened the comment period to further develop this 
proposal. As resources permit, FRA will issue a proposed rule 
addressing this issue and other important blue signal issues.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule Amendments           03/01/95                    60 FR 11047
Comment Period End              05/01/95
Comment Period Reopened         06/09/95                    60 FR 30469


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The final rule on utility employees was 
published August 16, 1993 (58 FR 43287), RIN 2130-AA77. FRA has changed 
the title of the current entry to the Unified Regulatory Agenda, which 
was originally titled ``Protection of Utility Employees'' to more 
accurately reflect what this action is expected to address.

Agency Contact: Paul F. Byrnes, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6032

RIN: 2130-AA90
_______________________________________________________________________




2496. USE OF ONE-PERSON CREWS IN RAIL OPERATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Concerned with the complex and immediate safety issues posed 
by rail operations involving the use of one-person crews, FRA will 
consider whether to regulate the use of one-person operations. FRA 
might require all railroads which propose to use one-person crew 
operations to enroll in a pilot program and agree to conform to safety 
conditions set forth by FRA. The purpose of the pilot program would be 
to determine under what conditions, if any, one-person crew operations 
can be safely operated.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: An Informal Safety Inquiry concerning a 
proposal by Wisconsin Central Ltd. to expand its use of one-person crew 
and remote control operations was held by FRA on December 4 and 5, 1996 
(61 FR 58736, November 18, 1996).

Agency Contact: Christine Beyer, Deputy Assistant Chief Counsel, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 
Seventh Street, SW., Washington DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6052

RIN: 2130-AB18
_______________________________________________________________________




2497. CRANE SAFETY STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, FRA will consider 
whether to adopt regulations governing functional and design safety of 
on-track railroad cranes used for track maintenance. FRA is awaiting 
the advice and recommendations of RSAC before taking further regulatory 
action.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Christine Beyer, Deputy Assistant Chief Counsel, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 
Seventh Street, SW., Washington DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6052

RIN: 2130-AB27
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2498. AMTRAK WASTE DISPOSAL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 101-610

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The National and Community Service Act required the Secretary 
of Transportation to promulgate such regulations as may be necessary to 
mitigate the impact of discharge of human waste from railroad passenger 
cars on areas that may be considered environmentally sensitive. 
Amtrak's main fleet now consists of either new equipment or equipment 
which has been retrofitted to eliminate the problem. Thus, there is no 
longer a need for these regulations, and FRA intends to withdraw this 
item.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/05/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Mark Yachmetz, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Railroad Administration, Office of Safety, 400 Seventh Street SW, 
Washington, DC 20590

[[Page 25930]]

Phone: 202 493-6289

RIN: 2130-AA84
_______________________________________________________________________




2499. +HOURS OF SERVICE ELECTRONIC RECORDKEEPING PROJECT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 228

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In 1994, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) launched a 
major project to facilitate maintenance of hours-of-service records and 
submission of ``excess service'' reports in an electronic, rather than 
a paper, format. FRA proposed a model waiver to railroads interested in 
maintaining electronic records for train and engine service employees. 
These employees comprise the vast majority of those subject to the 
statutory limitations on hours of service. This project will eventually 
lead to the formal revision of 49 CFR 228. This is considered 
significant due to public interest. FRA is no longer using the model 
waiver, and has been handling those waiver requests it has received on 
an individual basis. No revision of 49 CFR Part 228 is planned at this 
time.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/07/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: David Kasminoff, Trial Attorney, Mail Stop 10, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6043

RIN: 2130-AB04
_______________________________________________________________________




2500. TOURIST AND HISTORIC WORKING GROUP REGULATORY REVIEW

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Tourist and Historic Working Group of the Railroad Safety 
Advisory Committee was established to review existing and proposed 
regulations for their appropriate applicability to one segment of FRA's 
small business customers, the tourist and historic railroads. In 
addition, the group is examining FRA's policy with respect to exercise 
of jurisdiction over railroads off the general system of rail 
transportation. FRA has decided it is more appropriate to reflect the 
activities of this group in the context of the regulations it reviews, 
rather than as a separate item.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Begin Review                    04/01/96
End Review                      02/06/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking represents a long-term effort 
to review existing and proposed regulations for their appropriate 
applicability to tourist and historic railroads. The group was created 
in April of 1996 and met on June 17 - 18, 1996. Thus far, the group has 
reviewed the Steam Locomotive standards and FRA's Accident/Incident 
Reporting standards and provided recommendations regarding their 
applicability to the tourist and historic railroad industry. (See 
Notice of Meeting, 61 FR 54698.) The group is anticipated to next 
review the final rules on Track Safety Standards, Rail Passenger 
Service: Emergency Preparedness, and Railroad Communications.

Agency Contact: Nancy Lummen Lewis, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6047

RIN: 2130-AB12
_______________________________________________________________________




2501. +POWER BRAKE REGULATIONS: FREIGHT POWER BRAKE REVISIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 232; 49 CFR 231; 49 CFR 229

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 31, 1993.

Abstract: Pursuant to the Federal Railroad Safety Enforcement and 
Review Act of 1992, FRA is revising the power brake rules. After 
separating proposed revisions regarding freight power brakes from 
passenger power brakes, FRA tasked the revision of freight power brake 
standards on April 1-2, 1996 to the Railroad Safety Advisory Committee 
(RSAC), established by FRA on March 26, 1996 (61 FR 9740). On June 24, 
1997, this task was withdrawn from RSAC and FRA proceeded on its own 
initiative. This rulemaking is considered significant because of its 
potential economic impact and congressional and public interest.

Statement of Need: This rule is necessary to improve the safety of 
freight rail operations by better adapting the regulations to the needs 
of contemporary freight railroad operations and facilitating the use of 
advanced technologies. The current regulations regarding braking 
systems used in freight operations were originally industry standards 
have not been substantially revised since their inception. Thus, there 
is a need to modernize the existing regulations in order to make them 
consistent with current freight operations, eliminate or minimize 
existing loopholes, address new equipment and technologies, clarify 
existing requirements consistent with agency interpretations, and 
address other enforcement and operational issues that have arisen over 
the last few decades.

Summary of Legal Basis: This rulemaking is mandated by 49 USC 20141. 
See Pub. L. 102-365, sec 7. Furthermore, as this rulemaking concerns 
rail safety, FRA is vested with statutory authority to issue 
regulations governing these operations. See 49 USC 20101 et seq.

Alternatives: There was no alternative to initiating this rulemaking, 
as it is required by Federal statute. Nevertheless, FRA considers what 
specific safety standards to prescribe, clarify or modify in the 
context of the rail industry's own safety initiatives and operations. 
Furthermore, FRA will attempt to minimize the impact of the rule on 
small entities covered by the rule. FRA will also consider existing 
industry practices and, where possible, will tie the standards to 
performance.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: At the NPRM stage of this rule, FRA 
estimated

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that the Net Present Value (NPV) of the total 20-year costs associated 
with the rule was approximately $98 million; whereas the total 20-year 
benefits (both safety and economic) were estimated at approximately 
$106 million. FRA indicated that these benefits and costs were 
preliminary, as FRA lacked certain data. FRA has not yet determined the 
costs and benefits of this rule and will fully consider all comments 
regarding its cost estimates when developing the final rule.

Risks: In the NPRM, FRA identified 172 brake-related incidents that 
occurred between 1993 and 1997. These incidents resulted in at least 32 
injuries and two deaths. FRA did not include every incident where 
brakes may have been a contributing factor, as such information is not 
routinely provided by the railroads when reporting incidents to FRA. In 
calculating the potential safety benefits FRA recognized that many 
damages or potential damages are not captured. Brake-related incidents 
similar to those identified by FRA could involve the release of 
hazardous materials which, if the incident occurred in a densely 
populated or environmentally sensitive area, could produce truly 
catastrophic results. Furthermore, the cost of evacuation and medical 
treatment for members of the public could be substantial, and 
associated road closures could also produce a significant economic 
impact to travelers and nearby communities. Similarly, should a brake-
related incident involve the release of hazardous materials into a 
river or stream, the consequences to wildlife in the area could be 
severe and lasting.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/09/98                    63 FR 48294
Notice of Public Hearing        10/08/98                    63 FR 54104
Extension of Comment Period     01/21/99                     64 FR 3273
NPRM Comment Period End         03/01/99
Public Meeting - Notice         05/04/99                    64 FR 23816
Final Action                    01/17/01                     66 FR 4104
Final Action Effective          05/31/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: A portion of the task to revise the power brake 
rules was previously completed. FRA revised the existing power brake 
regulations to mandate the use of two-way end-of-train telemetry 
devices, RIN 2130-AA73, in a final rule published on January 2, 1997 
(62 FR 278). Furthermore, rules regarding the inspection and testing of 
passenger equipment and brake systems were developed with the 
assistance of a passenger equipment standards working group, and a 
final rule was issued May 12 1999 (64 FR 25540). (See RIN 2130-AA95.)
The effective date of this action was delayed 60 days in compliance 
with the memorandum from the Assistant to the President and Chief of 
Staff (66 FR 7701, January 24, 2001).

Agency Contact: Thomas Herrmann, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6036

RIN: 2130-AB16
_______________________________________________________________________




2502. TRACK SAFETY STANDARDS AMENDMENT TO ADDRESS GAUGE RESTRAINT 
MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 213

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A Gage Restraint Measurement System (GRMS) is a non-
destructive performance-based technology that objectively measures 
track gauge restraint capacity of crossties and rail fasteners by 
applying known lateral and vertical loads to track structure, measuring 
the gauge deflection under those loads, and then projecting what the 
gauge would become under severe track loading conditions. From this 
data, a gauge widening ratio is calculated as a measure of overall 
track strength. In the NPRM to revise the Track Safety Standards (62 FR 
36138, July 3, 1997), FRA acknowledged that the Track Working Group 
which helped draft the NPRM was unable to agree upon a proposal that 
would permit railroads to use GRMS to determine compliance with 
crosstie fastener requirements. FRA requested public comments regarding 
the use of GRMS as an alternative or additional track inspection 
method. In the final rule revising the Track Safety Standards (63 FR 
33992, June 22, 1998), FRA reported that it had received various 
comments about the use of GRMS and that an amendment to the Track 
Safety Standards addressing GRMS would be published later in a separate 
final rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/10/01                     66 FR 1894
Final Action Effective          06/10/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action was originally contemplated as part 
of the Track Safety Standards (RIN 2130-AA75) which were issued June 
22, 1998 (63 FR 33992). The effective date of this action was delayed 
60 days in compliance with the memorandum from the Assistant to the 
President and Chief of Staff (66 FR 7701, January 24, 2001).

Agency Contact: Nancy Lummen Lewis, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6047

RIN: 2130-AB32
_______________________________________________________________________




2503.  AMENDMENTS TO ORDER OF PARTICULAR APPLICABILITY REQUIRING 
ADVANCED CIVIL SPEED ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM (ACSES) MASSACHUSETTS BAY 
TRANSIT AUTHORITY TEMPORARY OPERATING PROTOCOLS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20501; 49 USC 
20503; 49 USC 20504; 49 USC 20505; ...

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA amended its Order of Particular Applicability, 63 FR 
39343, July 22, 1998, as revised in 65 FR 62795, October 29, 2000, 
which requires that trains operating between New Haven and Boston use a 
new system called ``ASCES''. The amendments establish temporary

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operating protocols for Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority Service 
until July 1, 2001.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/09/01                     66 FR 1718
Final Action Effective          01/09/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia V. Sun, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 1120 Vermont Avenue, 
N.W. STOP-10, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6060
Fax: 202 493-6068

RIN: 2130-AB45
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Federal Transit Administration (FTA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2504. CLEAN FUELS FORMULA GRANT PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 105-178, sec 3008; 49 USC 5308

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 624

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 3008 of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st 
Century establishes the Clean Fuels Formula Grant Program. This grant 
program will assist transit systems in purchasing or leasing clean fuel 
vehicles; constructing clean fuel or electrical re-charging facilities; 
modifying existing garage facilities to accommodate clean fuel 
vehicles; repowering pre-1993 engines with clean fuel technology which 
meets the current bus emission standards; and retrofitting or 
rebuilding pre-1993 engines before their half-life for rebuilding. This 
provision requires the Secretary to issue an implementing regulation 
that sets forth eligibility requirements and an apportionment formula 
for eligible projects. In FY 1999, all funds were apportioned to 
earmarked projects. This action is considered significant because of 
considerable congressional and public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: Scheryl Portee, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1936
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________




2505. STATE SAFETY OVERSIGHT; RAIL FIXED GUIDEWAY SYSTEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5330

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 659

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On the basis of State Safety Oversight audits that the 
Federal Transit Administration has been conducting over the past year, 
the agency will propose several changes to the rule, including 
requiring states to oversee the safety of rail fixed guideway systems 
in the planning, design, and construction phases. This regulation was 
previously reported under RIN 2132-AAA39 and RIN 2132-AA59.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Agency Contact: Roy Field, Transit Safety & Security Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0197

Meghan Ludtke, Attorney Advisor, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4011
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA69
_______________________________________________________________________




2506. PREVENTION OF ALCOHOL MISUSE AND DRUG USE IN TRANSIT OPERATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5331

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 655

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Transit Administration proposes to combine its 
current drug (part 653) and alcohol (part 654) testing regulations into 
a new part 655. FTA will also incorporate various amendments and 
interpretations since this rule became effective.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

Additional Information: The Department's revised 49 CFR Part 40 which 
was published on December 19, 2000, will be effective on August 1,2001. 
FTA anticipates publishing the NPRM by such date.

Agency Contact: Scheryl Portee, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1936
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA71

[[Page 25933]]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Federal Transit Administration (FTA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2507. +BUS TESTING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5323(c)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 665

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation implements a statutory provision that 
requires any new bus model purchased after September 30, 1989, to be 
tested at a facility established pursuant to 49 USC 5318. This 
regulation is significant because of the large amount of public 
interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/25/89                    54 FR 22716
NPRM Comment Period End         07/24/89
Interim Final Rule              08/23/89                    54 FR 35158
Comment Period Reopened         11/30/89                    54 FR 49297
Interim Final Rule - Second     10/09/90                    55 FR 41174
Interim Procedures              09/13/91                    56 FR 46572
Interim Final Rule - New Vehicle 
Types                           07/28/92                    57 FR 33394
Interim Final Rule - Partial 
Effectiveness Postponed         10/13/92                    57 FR 46814
Interim Final Rule - Comment 
Period Reopened to 01/29/93     01/07/93                     58 FR 2989
Interim Final Rule - Partial 
Effectiveness Postponed         02/23/93                    58 FR 10989
Notice of Meeting               02/26/93                    58 FR 11549
Final Action                    09/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Former section 12(h) of the FT Act, as amended 
(now 49 USC 5302(a)(9)), defines a ``new bus model'' as a bus model 
which has not been used in mass transportation service in the United 
States before the date of production of such model, or a bus model 
which has been used in such service, but which is being produced with a 
major change in configuration or components. A third interim final 
rule, published on 07/28/92, added two new categories of buses required 
to be tested. On 10/13/92 FTA published a notice postponing the 
application of the interim final rule for these vehicle types until 02/
10/93. The FTA's fourth interim final rule, issued on 11/3/93, 
established four subcategories of small vehicles to facilitate the 
phase-in of testing. The final rule will add the two tests mandated by 
ISTEA, brake performance and emissions, to the seven tests currently 
performed at the bus testing facility. In addition, the final rule will 
clarify the partial testing with regard to what constitutes a ``major 
change'' on a bus that has been fully tested, but is later produced 
with a change in configuration or component.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 07/28/92, 57 FR 33394

Agency Contact: Richard Wong, Attorney-Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1936
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA30
_______________________________________________________________________




2508. CHARTER SERVICES DEMONSTRATION PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 102-240, sec 3040

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 604

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

Abstract: This rulemaking presents the results and conclusions drawn 
from the charter services demonstration program, previously reported 
under RIN 2132-AA40, which was mandated by section 3040 of the 
Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act. That provision 
directed FTA to conduct a demonstration program in four states to 
permit public operators to provide needed charter services to certain 
civic and community groups. In addition to setting forth program 
results, this rulemaking sought recommendations regarding improvements 
to the charter service regulation. However, based on a review of the 
comments received, the FTA has determined that there is no 
justification for changing the rule. Consequently, the agency will be 
withdrawing the NPRM.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/23/97                    62 FR 33793
NPRM Comment Period End         08/22/97
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Elizabeth S. Martineau, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1936
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA58
_______________________________________________________________________




2509. BUY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS; AMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATION PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 105-178, sec 3020(b)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 661.11; 49 CFR 661.13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend FTA's Buy America regulation, 49 CFR 
661 in accordance with section 3020(b) of the Transportation Equity Act 
for the 21st Century. Section 3020(b) amended 49 USC 5323(g) to allow a 
bidder on an FTA-funded contract to correct an incomplete certification 
or a certification of noncompliance with Buy America resulting from an 
inadvertent or clerical error.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/18/99                     64 FR 8051
NPRM Comment Period End         04/19/99
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

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

Agency Contact: Meghan Ludtke, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, Room 9316, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590

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Phone: 202 366-4011
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________




2510. SCHOOL BUS OPERATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5323(f)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 605

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposed to amend the definition of 
``tripper'' service, which is mass transportation service which is open 
to the public and which is modified to meet the needs of school 
students and personnel. The amended definition would have prohibited 
the use of certain signage and provided that tripper buses stop only at 
stops that are marked as available to the public.
Based on further analysis of the proposed change and review of the 
comments received from the NPRM, however, FTA has determined that the 
proposed amendment did not actually alter the definition of ``tripper 
service'' and appeared to create more confusion that clarification. 
Consequently, FTA intends to withdraw the amendment as no purpose would 
be served by the proposed change.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/03/99                    64 FR 23590
NPRM Comment Period End         07/02/99
To Be Withdrawn                 06/00/01
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Elizabeth S. Martineau, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1936
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA67
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Federal Transit Administration (FTA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2511. +NEPA AND RELATED PROCEDURES FOR TRANSPORTATION DECISIONMAKING; 
PROTECTION OF PUBLIC WORKS, WILDLIFE AND WATERFOWL REFUGES AND HISTORIC 
SITES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109, 128, 134, 138 and 315; 42 USC 2000d-2000d-
4, 4321 et seq. and 7401 et seq.; 49 USC 303 , 5301(e), 5303, 5309 and 
5324(b) and (c); 49 CFR 1.48 and 1.51; 33 CFR 115.60(b); 40 CFR 1500 to 
1508

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 771; 23 CFR 1420; 23 CFR 1430; 49 CFR 622; 49 CFR 
623

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Federal Transit Administration and the Federal Highway 
Administration issued an NPRM to propose updating and revising the 
National Environmenal Policy Act implementng regulation for FTA and 
FHWA funded or approved projects. The current regulations were issued 
in 1987 (23 CFR part 771, August 28, 1987) and experience since that 
time as well as changes in legislation, most recently by the 
Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), call for an 
updated approach to implementation of NEPA for FTA and FHWA projects 
and actions.
The FTA and the FHWA received numerous comments to the docket in 
response to this NPRM. The agencies are currently reviewing these 
comments to determine what action should follow.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/25/00                    65 FR 33958
Comment Period Extended         07/07/00                    65 FR 41892
Comment Period End              09/23/00


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The corresponding FHWA RIN is 2125-AE64. This 
incorporates the issues contained in RIN 2125-AD32.

Agency Contact: Scott Biehl, Assistant Chief Counsel, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0952
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA43
_______________________________________________________________________




2512. +STATEWIDE METROPOLITAN PLANNING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 134; 23 USC 135; 23 USC 315; 42 USC 7410 et 
seq.; 49 USC 5303 to 5305; 49 CFR 1.48 and 1.51

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 450; 23 CFR 1410; 49 CFR 613; 49 CFR 621

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this action, FTA and FHWA are jointly proposing to revise 
the regulations governing the development of transportation plans and 
programs for urbanized (metropolitan) areas and States. These revisions 
are the product of statutory changes made by the Transportation Equity 
Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21), which requires a continuous, 
comprehensive, and coordinated process in metropolitan areas and 
States. The regulations at 23 CFR part 450 and 49 CFR part 613 would be 
modified to reflect the impacts of TEA-21.
The agencies (FTA and FHWA) have received numerous comments to the 
docket in response to the NPRM. The comments are currently being 
analyzed by both agencies to determine what action should follow.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/25/00                    65 FR 33958
Comment Period Extended         07/07/00                    65 FR 41891
Comment Period End              09/23/00


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

[[Page 25935]]

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: The corresponding FHWA RIN is 2125-AE62.

Agency Contact: Scott Biehl, Assistant Chief Counsel, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0952
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA66
_______________________________________________________________________




2513. BUY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS; PERMANENT WAIVER FOR MICROCOMPUTERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 97-424

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 661

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 165(b)(2) of the Surface Transportation Assistance 
Act of 1982 provides that a waiver of the Buy America requirements may 
be granted if materials and products being procured are not produced in 
the United States in sufficient and reasonable quantities and of 
satisfactory quality. Such a waiver was permanently granted in 1986 for 
microcomputers, as FTA grantees were experiencing difficulty in 
purchasing domestically produced microcomputer equipment appropriate to 
their needs. At that time, FTA reserved the right to reassess the need 
for a waiver based on the changing market for microcomputers. Since 
both the international and domestic market for microcomputers has 
changed since the permanent waiver was issued, FTA is soliciting 
comments as to whether this waiver should be revoked, modified or 
retained.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/08/99                    64 FR 54855


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

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

Agency Contact: Meghan Ludtke, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, Room 9316, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4011
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA68
_______________________________________________________________________




2514. +REQUIREMENT FOR THIRD-PARTY CONTRACTING WITH FTA RECIPIENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322(a); 49 USC 5301 et seq; 49 USC 107(c); 49 
CFR 18 and 19

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 635

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Federal Transit Administration grantees must comply with FTA 
Circular 4220.1D, ``Third-Party Contracting Requirements.'' FTA 
proposes to put that circular into regulatory form. FTA is undertaking 
this action based on the belief that procurement regulations will make 
the third-party contracting process more equitable and understandable. 
This action is considered significant because of substantial public and 
congressional interest.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

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

Agency Contact: Richard Wong, Attorney-Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1936
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA70
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Federal Transit Administration (FTA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2515. +MAJOR CAPITAL INVESTMENT PROJECTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5309; PL 105-178, Sec 3009(e)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 611

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, October 7, 1998.
Final, Statutory, December 7, 1998.

Abstract: This rulemaking will establish the criteria by which FTA will 
evaluate major capital investment mass transportation projects and rate 
those projects in comparison with one another, based on an analyses of 
alternatives, justifications for projects, and degrees of local 
financial commitment. This rulemaking will also codify the procedures 
applicants for Federal transit capital funding must follow in 
developing fixed guideway (``New Starts'') projects. This action is 
considered significant because of potential public, congressional, and 
environmental concerns.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/07/99                    64 FR 17061
Notice of Meeting               05/13/99                    64 FR 25864
NPRM Comment Period End         07/06/99
Final Action                    12/07/00                    65 FR 76864
Delay of Effective Date         02/09/01                     66 FR 9677
Effective Date                  04/06/01
Final Action Effective          04/06/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

[[Page 25936]]

Additional Information: In accordance with the President's Regulatory 
Review Plan, the FTA is temporarily ``staying'' the effectiveness of 
this final rule. The final rule was to be effective on February 5,2001. 
The stay will allow the Department an opportunity to further review 
this rule and the new effective date is April 6, 2001.

Agency Contact: Richard P. Steinmann, Director, Office of Policy 
Development, Department of Transportation, Federal Transit 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1739

Scott Biehl, Assistant Chief Counsel, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-0952
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC)



_______________________________________________________________________




2516.  SEAWAY REGULATIONS AND RULES AND TARIFF OF TOLLS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 983(a); 33 USC 984(a)(4); 33 USC 988 as 
amended; 49 CFR 1.52

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 401; 33 CFR 402

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes to amend the St. Lawrence Seaway Tariff of 
Tolls to reflect the fees and charges that will be assessed starting in 
the 2001 navigation season and other conforming amendments.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/09/01                     66 FR 9751
NPRM Comment Period End         03/12/01
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marc C. Owen, Chief Counsel, Department of 
Transportation, Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6823
Fax: 202 366-7147
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2135-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2517. +MAPS AND RECORDS OF PIPELINE LOCATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS; 
NOTIFICATION OF STATE AGENCIES; PIPE INVENTORY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 1, 1989.

Abstract: This action proposes to equalize as far as possible the 
requirements that gas and hazardous liquid pipeline operators keep maps 
and records to show the location and other characteristics of 
pipelines. Operators would be required to keep an inventory of pipe and 
periodically report mileage and other facts. In addition, operators 
would be required to provide certain information to State agencies upon 
request. This is a significant action because of congressional and 
State concerns about the need for appropriate public officials to have 
pipeline information.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Public Notice                   05/07/97                    62 FR 25013
Notice and Request for Comments 08/26/97                    62 FR 45287
Public Workshops                07/01/98                    63 FR 36030
To Be Withdrawn                 10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-97-2426. In furtherance of this 
rulemaking, the Department of Transportation's Office of Pipeline 
Safety (OPS) is working with other Federal and State agencies and 
pipeline industry to create a voluntary national pipeline mapping 
system. This system, when complete, will show the location and selected 
attributes of the major natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines and 
liquefied natural gas facilities operating in the United States. OPS 
will add additional data layers into the system, including layers on 
population densities, unusually sensitive areas, natural disaster 
probability and high consequence areas, hydrography, and transportation 
networks. OPS will use the system to depict pipelines in relation to 
the public and the environment, and to work with other government 
agencies and industry during an incident.
A joint government/industry Mapping Quality Action Team (MQAT II) 
drafted national pipeline mapping standards that are being used to 
create the digital pipeline layer. These include standards for 
electronic data submissions, paper map submissions, and metadata (data 
on the data). The team also drafted standards that are being used by 
the pipeline mapping repository receiving the pipeline information. The 
team has pilot tested the draft standards and established relationships 
with State agencies, industry, and others to exchange data that meets 
the standards.
The National Pipeline Mapping System (NPMS) is a full-featured 
geographic information system that allows the Office of Pipeline Safety 
(OPS), for the first time, to accurately view pipelines in relation to 
the communities and environments they cross. The pipeline data layers 
being assembled cover both interstate and intrastate natural gas

[[Page 25937]]

transmission pipelines and hazardous liquid trunk lines. In conjunction 
with the pipeline data layers, the NPMS contains layers depicting 
population, urbanized areas, political boundaries, roads, railroads, 
hydrography, consequence and hazard areas, and usually sensitive areas. 
The NPMS will eventually include three accurate base data layers of 
differing scale derived from USGS hard-copy quads. The base layers not 
only provide an accurate base on which to view the location of 
pipelines but also contain important textual information such as 
places, roads, contours, and hydrography.
OPS has worked with the interstate natural gas transmission and 
hazardous liquid trade associations to identify a mapping contact for 
each operator. The operators have been contacted and OPS is assisting 
them in preparing their data for submission. Many of these operators 
have data in a digital format, which theoretically is easier and less 
time-consuming to process than hard-copy maps. OPS is currently working 
with the intrastate natural gas trade associations to recruit 
widespread participation in the NPMS by intrastate natural gas 
transmission pipeline companies.
The NPMS currently consists of a single National Repository and twelve 
state repositories located in Alabama, California, Connecticut, Kansas, 
Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oklahoma, 
Pennsylvania, and Texas. OPS published two more Commerce Business Daily 
announcements in February 2000 - one for additional state repositories 
and the other for a regional repository.
OPS is collecting the liquid trunk line and natural gas transmission 
pipeline data. OPS regulates approximately 157,000 miles of liquid 
trunk line and 352,000 miles of natural gas transmission pipelines for 
a total of 509,000 miles.
Operators are submitting data to the NPMS. during the second through 
fourth quarters of 2000.

Agency Contact: Christina Sames, Petroleum Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4561

RIN: 2137-AB48
_______________________________________________________________________




2518. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISION OF REQUIREMENTS FOR CARRIAGE BY 
AIRCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 48 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Part 175 is being revised and rewritten in order to simplify 
and clarify the requirements, further align them with the international 
requirements (ICAO) and eliminate obsolete requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Organizations, Businesses, Governmental 
Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-228.

Agency Contact: Deborah Boothe, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD18
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2519. PIPELINE SAFETY: GAS GATHERING LINE DEFINITION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192

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

Abstract: The existing definition of ``gathering line'' would be 
clearly defined to eliminate confusion in distinguishing these 
pipelines from transmission lines in rural areas. The costs should be 
minimal since the definition will conform to prevailing practices in 
government and industry.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/25/91                    56 FR 48505
Request for Comments            03/11/99                    64 FR 12147
Electronic Public Meeting       04/13/99                    64 FR 12147
Extension of Comment Period     04/30/99                    64 FR 23256
Comment Period Ends             07/07/99                    64 FR 23256
NPRM                            01/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-98-4868 (Formerly PS-122).
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 09/25/91, 56 FR 48505

Agency Contact: L.E. Herrick, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5523

RIN: 2137-AB15
_______________________________________________________________________




2520. DOT 3AL ALUMINUM CYLINDERS; SAFETY PROBLEMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 178

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Certain DOT 3AL cylinders made of aluminum alloy 6351 have 
been discovered developing cracks during service, and occasionally 
leaks developed that resulted in loss of contents. The ANPRM was to 
alert and inform all persons possessing these cylinders of the 
problems, identify those cylinders at risk, and suggest

[[Page 25938]]

steps to minimize risks. The NPRM will address the safety issues.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/10/87                    52 FR 26027
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/10/87
NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-176A. Some safety issues 
originally considered by this action are being addressed in Docket HM-
220, RIN 2137-AA92.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation

Agency Contact: Charles Betts, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AB51
_______________________________________________________________________




2521. PIPELINE SAFETY: PERIODIC UNDERWATER INSPECTIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 24, 1995.

Abstract: This action would require operators of natural gas and 
hazardous liquid pipelines to conduct periodic underwater inspections 
of offshore pipelines and those in navigable waterways. This action 
would also define what constitutes an exposed underwater pipeline and 
what constitutes a hazard to navigation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-97-3001. This action could 
include requirements for the reburial of exposed pipelines. Under an 
OPS contract, Texas A&M University completed a study of the issues 
related to burial depth and inspection requirments for underwater 
pipelines.
An NPRM is being drafted that will incorporate the Texas A&M 
recommendation for a risk-based approach.

Agency Contact: L.E. Herrick, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5523

RIN: 2137-AC54
_______________________________________________________________________




2522. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: RETENTION OF SHIPPING PAPERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 174; 49 CFR 175; 49 CFR 176; 49 CFR 
177

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to amend the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations by requiring shippers and carriers to retain a copy of the 
hazardous material shipping paper or an electronic image of the 
shipping paper for a period of one year. One-year retention of shipping 
papers is a current statutory requirement in 49 U.S.C. 5110(e); this 
rule will make the public, which relies almost exclusively on the HMR, 
aware of this requirement.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-207B.

Agency Contact: Deborah Boothe, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AC64
_______________________________________________________________________




2523. +APPLICABILITY OF THE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGULATIONS TO LOADING, 
UNLOADING, AND STORAGE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 106 to 107; 49 CFR 171 to 180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes to better define the applicability 
of the Federal Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) in order to 
clarify the relationship among Federal, State, local, and tribal 
agencies in the regulation of hazardous materials. Under circumstances 
specified in Federal statutes, the regulations of other Federal 
agencies (EPA and OSHA) and non-Federal governments (States, 
localities, and Indian tribes) must be consistent with or defer to 
RSPA's regulation of the transportation of hazardous materials in 
commerce. However, other Federal and non-Federal requirements are 
generally not limited where hazardous materials are not in 
transportation. Activities relating to loading, unloading, and storage 
of hazardous materials have become areas of particular uncertainty and 
concern to both industry and non-Federal governments. This action is 
significant because of the substantial public interest in reducing 
uncertainty and avoiding conflicting regulations.

Statement of Need: In recent years, RSPA has issued interpretations and 
administrative decisions on a case-by-case basis about whether 
particular activities are in ``transportation'' and therefore subject 
to regulation under the HMR. Because of increasing State and local 
regulation of hazardous materials, RSPA concluded that an overall 
rulemaking is appropriate, rather than just case-by-case decisions. 
RSPA believes that better overall definitions of the applicability of 
the HMR will reduce uncertainty by the regulated community and other 
regulatory agencies (both Federal and non-Federal) as to which agency 
has regulatory authority. Greater certainty in this regard should 
promote improved compliance with the HMR and also with the requirements 
of other regulatory agencies.

[[Page 25939]]

Summary of Legal Basis: Section 5103 of title 49 U.S.C. specifies that 
the Secretary shall prescribe regulations for the safe transportation 
of hazardous materials in intrastate, interstate, and foreign commerce 
applicable to, among others, any person who offers hazardous materials 
for transportation or who transport hazardous materials in commerce. In 
addition, section 5125 of title 49 U.S.C. sets forth the circumstances 
under which differing non-Federal requirements are preempted.

Alternatives: Commenters to the ANPRM and SANPRM suggested alternative 
ways to describe the applicability of the HMR. One suggestion is to 
describe the applicability of the HMR in relationship to specific 
transportation functions. Another is to describe the applicability of 
the HMR over specific regulated entities, such as those who offer 
hazardous materials for transportation or those who transport hazardous 
materials. RSPA is considering each of the alternatives proposed.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The potential costs and benefits of this 
action have not been determined. A preliminary regulatory evaluation 
will be developed.

Risks: Clarifying the applicability of the HMR should reduce 
uncertainty as to which regulatory agency's requirements apply to any 
particular activity involving hazardous materials and improve 
compliance with the HMR, the requirements of EPA and OSHA, and non-
Federal requirements. This should result in improved compliance with 
the applicable regulatory requirements, and improve hazardous materials 
transportation safety, reduce risks to the environment from hazardous 
materials, and promote workplace safety at facilities that manufacture 
or handle hazardous materials.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/29/96                    61 FR 39522
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/30/96
SANPRM                          04/27/99                    64 FR 22718
Extension Comment Period 
Published for SANPRM            07/26/99
SANPRM Comment Period End       08/25/99
NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-223. As a result of comments 
received to the ANPRM, we have upgraded this rulemaking to significant.

Agency Contact: Susan Gorsky, Senior Regulations Specialist, Department 
of Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AC68
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2524. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REQUIREMENTS FOR CARGO TANKS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 178; 49 CFR 180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes to revise and clarify certain 
manufacturing, maintenance and use requirements pertaining to cargo 
tank motor vehicles that may be used for hazardous materials 
transportation. FMCSA inspections have resulted in a preliminary 
determination that these regulations need to be amended to make them 
more practical, understandable, and enforceable.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Organizations, Businesses, Governmental 
Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM-213

Agency Contact: Michael Johnsen, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AC90
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2525. PIPELINE SAFETY: FURTHER REGULATORY REVIEW; GAS PIPELINE SAFETY 
STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would change miscellaneous gas pipeline safety 
standards to provide clarity, eliminate unnecessary or overly 
burdensome requirements, and foster economic change. Some of the 
proposed changes result from RSPA's further review of the standards 
following its 1995-1996 review under the President's Regulatory 
Reinvention Initiative. Other changes are based on recommendations by 
the National Association of Pipeline Safety Representatives (NAPSR) in 
its November 1992 report on the standards. The proposed changes would 
reduce costs in the pipeline industry without compromising safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-124. The NAPSR report was 
published November 9, 1993, at 58 FR 59431, as part of the earlier 
review of the standards.
Early in 1992, RSPA began an extensive review of the federal gas 
pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR 192) and invited the public to 
participate (57 FR 4745; February 7, 1992). RSPA published a Notice of 
Proceed Rulemaking (NPRM), proposing changes to 38 regulations in part 
192 (Notice 1: 57 FR 39572; August 31, 1992). In addition, the National 
Association of Pipeline Safety Representatives (NAPSR) reported on a 
separate but related review of part 192. Because the NAPSR report 
concerned a few of the regulations covered by thge NPRM and had similar 
objectives, we published the report and requested public comment on its 
various recommended rule changes (Notice 2: 58 FR 59431; November 9, 
1992) and later extended the comment period (Notice 3: 58 FR 68382; 
December 27, 1993). A final rule was published on June 6, 1996.

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However, not all the changes suggested by the commenters were 
incorporated in the final rule. A further review of the regulatins in 
Part 192, based on the record in this docket, was initiated in late 
1996. This review identified proposals from the Gas Piping Technology 
Committee (GPTC), the ASME B31.8 (gas pipeline safety standards) 
committee, and NAPSR that have not yet been addressed.
In October 1997, NAPSR and the gas pipeline industry formed the State 
Industry Regulatory Review Committee (SIRRC), to discuss the regulatory 
proposals of NAPSR and other issues. On May 3, 1999, the SIRRC provided 
OPS a report on outcome of the discussion on 329 proposed changes in 
the gas pipeline safety regulations.
Most of the SIRRC recommendations will be addressed in a subsequent 
notice in this docket. The welding recommendations are being adopted in 
the periodic update (Docket No. RSPA-99-6106) which will be published 
by April 2000. The corrosion control recommendations are being 
considered in a review of the pipeline corrosion regulations in Docket 
No. RSPA-97-2762.

Agency Contact: Richard Huriaux, Director, Technology & Regulations, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4565

RIN: 2137-AD01
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2526. +PIPELINE SAFETY: RECOMMENDATIONS TO CHANGE HAZARDOUS LIQUID 
PIPELINE SAFETY STANDARDS

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60128

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In 1995, the National Association of Pipeline Safety 
Representatives (NAPSR) completed its review of the hazardous liquid 
pipeline safety regulations. NAPSR provided RSPA with 28 
recommendations for changes to 49 CFR part 195, the hazardous liquid 
pipeline regulations. NAPSR's recommendations are aimed at making the 
regulations more explicit, understandable, and enforceable. This action 
would address the need to change Part 195 as NAPSR recommended.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-97-2717.

Agency Contact: L. M. Furrow, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4559

RIN: 2137-AD10
_______________________________________________________________________




2527. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISIONS TO STANDARDS FOR INFECTIOUS 
SUBSTANCES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321; 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 174; 49 CFR 
175; 49 CFR 176; 49 CFR 177; 49 CFR 178

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposed to amend the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations to provide for the transport of infectious medical waste in 
bulk packagings, remove the blanket exception for transporting 
biological products and diagnostic specimens and revise the definition, 
hazardous communication, and packaging requirements for other 
infectious substances to make them consistent with international 
transportation requirements. RSPA held a public meeting on the ANPRM 
via the internet.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/02/98                    63 FR 46844
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/01/98
NPRM                            01/22/01                     66 FR 7942
NPRM Comment Period End         04/23/01
Final Action                    12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-226. DMS Docket No. RSPA- 98-
3971.

Agency Contact: Eileen Edmonson, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD13
_______________________________________________________________________




2528. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISION OF REQUIREMENTS FOR CARRIAGE BY RAIL 
CAR AND MOTOR VEHICLE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 174; 49 CFR 177

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking is based on a joint petition for rulemaking 
submitted by the American Trucking Associations, Inc. and the 
Association of American Railroads. This rulemaking proposes to revise 
the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) found in 49 CFR parts 174 and 
177. The intended impact of the rulemaking is to streamline the 
requirements of parts 174 and 177, enhance compliance with the HMR and 
to develop a positive impact on the land surface transportation of 
hazardous materials.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-227.

Agency Contact: Helen Engrum, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD19

[[Page 25941]]

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2529. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISIONS TO THE INCIDENT REPORTING 
REQUIREMENTS AND THE DETAILED HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT REPORT DOT 
FORM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5105 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking reviews the hazardous materials incident 
reporting regulations in 49 CFR part 171, including the hazardous 
materials incident report (form 5800.1). The goal of this rulemaking is 
to simplify, update and review the requirements while enhancing the 
ability of the Research and Special Programs Administration and the DOT 
modal administrations to gather information vital to increasing safety 
of transporting hazardous materials.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/23/99                    64 FR 13943
Comment Period End              06/21/99
NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-229.

Agency Contact: Diane LaValle, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD21
_______________________________________________________________________




2530. PIPELINE SAFETY: PRESSURE TESTING OLDER PIPELINES IN TERMINALS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195.302

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Certain older pipelines in terminals and tank farms must be 
pressure tested before December 7, 2003. Based on a petition, RSPA is 
reconsidering this testing requirement in light of the risk and low 
operating stress of these pipelines. RSPA has stayed enforcement of the 
testing requirement against pipelines designed not to operate above 20 
percent of specified minimum yield strength.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-98-4316. Notice requesting 
comment 2/10/98 (63 FR 6677) in Docket No. PS-121. Enforcement Stay (63 
FR 63210; November 12, 1998).

Agency Contact: Mike Israni, General Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4571
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD26
_______________________________________________________________________




2531. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: HAZARD COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS--PETITIONS 
FOR RULEMAKING AND MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking action would amend the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations (HMR) to continue improving the hazard communication 
requirements to better identify hazardous materials in transportation, 
in response to several petitions for rulemaking and RSPA initiatives. 
The primary areas that would be addressed are shipping papers, marking, 
labeling, and placarding requirements. In making improvements to the 
hazardous materials identification system in the HMR, the proposed 
action is intended to improve safety for transportation workers, 
emergency responders, and the public. The effect of the proposed 
regulatory action would be to simplify, clarify, correct, or provide 
relief from certain regulatory requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-206B

Agency Contact: Helen Engrum, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD28
_______________________________________________________________________




2532. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: AIR CARRIER EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER 
REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The notice solicits comments on the merits of safety 
recommendations from the National Transportation Safety Board to 
require that air carriers transporting hazardous materials have the 
means, 24 hours per day, to quickly retrieve and provide to emergency 
responders consolidated specific information about the identify and 
location of all hazardous materials on an aircraft in a timely manner.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/15/00                    65 FR 49777
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/13/00
NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-206C

Agency Contact: John A. Gale, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553

[[Page 25942]]

Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD29
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2533. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISED AND CLARIFIED HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 
EXEMPTIONS PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will make minor substantive changes to the 
hazardous materials exemptions procedures of the hazardous materials 
procedural regulations and will result in a complete re-write of the 
exemptions procedures in language that is easier to understand. This 
action will follow a previous rulemaking which involved re-writing the 
hazardous materials rulemaking procedures. These actions are being 
taken to update RSPA's procedural regulations in a new question-and-
answer format that will be more user-friendly.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: This is follow-on rulemaking to Docket No. 
RSPA-98-3974 (RSP-4).

Agency Contact: Karin V. Christian, Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4400
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD30
_______________________________________________________________________




2534. +HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFETY: TRANSPORTATION OF OXYGEN CYLINDERS ON 
AIRCRAFT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: RSPA proposes to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations to 
require cylinders of oxygen to be placed in an outer container that 
meets certain thermal and heat protection requirements when transported 
in cargo compartments on aircraft. These requirements will increase the 
level of safety associated with transportation of oxidizing gases by 
air. This rule has no impact on the use of passenger-owned oxygen 
cylinders. This rule is significant due to public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-224B. A separate rulemaking 
addressing the use of passenger owned cylinders of oxygen during a 
flight is under RIN 2105-AC29.

Agency Contact: John A. Gale, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD33
_______________________________________________________________________




2535. +HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR EXTERNAL PRODUCT 
PIPING ON CARGO TANKS TRANSPORTING FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes requirements to reduce the risks 
associated with the retention of flammable liquid in unprotected 
product piping on a cargo tank motor vehicle during transportation 
(Wetlines). It responds to an NTSB recommendation. It is significant 
because of industry concerns about its cost implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-213B.

Agency Contact: Michael Stevens, Transportation Specialist, Department 
of Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD36
_______________________________________________________________________




2536. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: ADOPTION OF LATEST IAEA AND OTHER 
MISCELLANEOUS REVISIONS AND CLARIFICATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171 to 180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes to harmonize the requirements for 
the packaging and transportation of Class 7 (radioactive) materials 
with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regulations for the 
safe transportation of radioactive material and the UN recommendations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/28/99                    64 FR 72633
Extension of Comment Period     03/01/00                    65 FR 11028
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/29/00
Comment Period Closed           06/29/00
NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM-230.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Betts, Transportation Regulations 
Specialist, Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD40

[[Page 25943]]

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2537. PIPELINE SAFETY: PRODUCER-OPERATED OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF GAS AND 
HAZARDOUS LIQUID PIPELINES THAT CROSS DIRECTLY INTO STATE WATERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 et seq

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would implement a provision of the 
December 10, 1996 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the 
Department of the Interior (DOI) and the Department of Transportation 
(DOT) regarding Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Pipelines. This rule 
would address producer-operated pipelines that cross into State waters 
without first connecting with a transporting operator's facility on the 
OCS. It is complementary to the Direct Final Rule that addressed OCS 
oil or gas pipelines located upstream of the points at which operating 
responsibility for the pipelines transfers from a producing operator to 
a transporting operator (62 FR 61692, November 19, 1997; and 63 FR 
126598, March 16, 1998). The proposed rule also would address the 
procedures by which producer and transportation pipeline operators 
would petition for permission to operate under either DOT or DOI 
regulations governing pipeline design, construction, operation, and 
maintenance according to the operational circumstances of their 
respective pipelines.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-99-6132.

Agency Contact: L.E. Herrick, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5523

RIN: 2137-AD42
_______________________________________________________________________




2538. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS FOR UNLOADING IM 
PORTABLE TANKS ON A TRANSPORT VEHICLE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 177

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: RSPA is proposing a rule in response to a petition for 
rulemaking regarding the requirements applicable to the unloading of 
Intermodal (IM) portable tanks while on a transport vehicle.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM-218A.

Agency Contact: Joan McIntyre, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD44
_______________________________________________________________________




2539. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: TRANSPORTATION OF LITHIUM BATTERIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172 to 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: RSPA is evaluating the current exceptions applicable to 
lithium batteries and evaluating which exceptions should be eliminated 
or revised.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-224C

Agency Contact: John A. Gale, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD48
_______________________________________________________________________




2540. PIPELINE SAFETY: PIPELINE INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT IN HIGH CONSEQUENCE 
AREAS (HAZARDOUS LIQUID OPERATORS WITH LESS THAN 500 MILES OF PIPELINE)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5121; 49 U.S.C. 60102 to 60104; 49 U.S.C. 
60117 to 60118; 49 U.S.C. 60124; 49 CFR 1.53

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will apply to hazardous liquid pipeline operators 
who own or operate less than 500 miles of pipelines. The rule require 
integrity assessment of pipeline segments that could affect above high 
consequence areas, and consideration of additional preventive and 
mitigative actions to protect these locations from pipeline spills. OPS 
is proposing that an operator develop and follow an integrity 
management program that continually assesses and evaluates the 
integrity of those pipelines that could affect a high consequence area, 
through internal inspection or pressure testing, and data integration 
and analysis.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/21/01                    66 FR 15821
NPRM Comment Period End         05/21/01
Final Action                    08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-00-7408.

Agency Contact: Mike Israni, General Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4571
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD49

[[Page 25944]]

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2541. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISION OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR HAZARDOUS 
WASTE MANIFESTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101-5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The NPRM proposes to update the Hazardous Waste Manifest 
requirements to accommodate changes the Environmental Protection Agency 
has proposed, including the use of electronic versions of the Hazardous 
Waste Manifest and electronic signatures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-206E

Agency Contact: Michael Johnsen, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD50
_______________________________________________________________________




2542.  PIPELINE SAFETY: PIPELINE INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT IN HIGH 
CONSEQUENCE AREAS (GAS TRANSMISSION PIPELINE OPERATORS)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5121; 49 USC 60102 to 60104; 49 USC 60108, 
60117, 60118, 60124; 49 CFR 1.53

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: An October 21, 1999, notice announced a public meeting to 
consider the need for additional safety and environmental regulations 
for gas transmission lines, hazardous liquid pipelines, and 
distribution pipelines in high-density population areas, commercially 
navigable waterways, and areas unusually sensitive to environmental 
damage. The public meeting was held on November 18-19, 1999 in Herndon, 
Virginia. The meeting was to determine the extent to which operators 
now have integrity management programs, to explore effective ways to 
promote their development and implementation by all operators, and to 
discuss mechanisms to confirm the adequacy of such operator-developed 
programs. Participants in the meeting discussed a practical definition 
of high consequence areas, as well as the need, if any, for increased 
inspection, enhanced damage prevention, improved emergency response, 
and other measures to prevent and mitigate pipeline leaks and ruptures 
in these areas. Comments from the public were due by January 17, 2000.
A final rule was published to require validation/testing of the 
integrity of certain hazardous liquid pipelines in high consequence 
areas (RIN 2137-AD45). A public meeting was held on February 12-14, 
2001 to present information on integrity requirements for gas 
transmission pipelines.
Consideration of a similar gas rule is underway. Rulemakings addressing 
gas transmission line high consequence areas, direct assessment, and 
overall integrity management program will be published in 2001.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-00-7666.

Agency Contact: Mike Israni, General Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4571
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD54
_______________________________________________________________________




2543.  PIPELINE SAFETY: DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING FOR PIPELINE 
FACILITY EMPLOYEES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 199

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We propose to conform the pipeline facility drug and alcohol 
testing regulations with corresponding DOT regulations (Procedures for 
Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs). We also 
propose miscellaneous changes to the pipeline facility drug and alcohol 
testing regulations to make them easier to apply and understand. The 
proposals are intended to ensure the pipeline facility drug and alcohol 
testing regulations are clear and consistent with the DOT regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-00-8417

Agency Contact: L.M. Furrow, Manager, Regulations, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4559

RIN: 2137-AD55
_______________________________________________________________________




2544.  PIPELINE SAFETY: HAZARDOUS LIQUID PIPELINE ACCIDENT 
REPORTING REVISIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5103, 60102, 60104, 60108, 60109, 60118; 49 
CFR 1.53

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will amend the pipeline safety regulations to 
lower the reporting threshold for hazardous liquid pipeline spills from 
50 barrels to 5 gallons with an accompanying revision to the hazardous 
liquid accident report form to improve its usefulness. New reporting 
for spills for less than 5 barrels down to 5 gallons will require 
reporting minimal information, whereas any spill in water of 5 gallons 
or more, any spill of 5 barrels or more, or where otherwise reportable 
according to existing reporting criteria as outlined in CFR 195.50, 
will require completion of the entire new proposed accident report.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/21/01                    66 FR 15681
NPRM Comment Period End         05/21/01
Final Action                    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-01-8663.

Agency Contact: Roger Little, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration
Phone: 202 366-4569

RIN: 2137-AD56
_______________________________________________________________________




2545.  HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: FRANGIBLE DISCS ON TANK CARS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 173

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: RSPA is proposing to clarify current inspection requirements 
for frangible discs in pressure relief devices on rail tank cars used 
to transport hazardous materials.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-216A

Agency Contact: Eileen Edmonson, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD57
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2546. QUANTITY LIMITATIONS ABOARD AIRCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action responded to a petition for rulemaking that 
proposed to remove the fifty-pound limit on the quantity of hazardous 
materials that may be stowed in an inaccessible cargo location on 
passenger-carrying aircraft. Comments to the NPRM indicated that 
further evaluation is needed. RSPA has decided to withdraw this 
proposal and consider the petition for rulemaking in its overall 
revision of 48 CFR part 175, in HM-228, RIN 2317-AD18.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/06/84                    49 FR 13717
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/01/84
NPRM                            02/13/85                     50 FR 6013
NPRM Comment Period End         05/30/85
To be withdrawn                 05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This project was formerly entitled: Limitation 
Aboard Aircraft. Docket HM-192. A related rulemaking is ``Prohibition 
of Oxidizers Aboard Aircraft,'' HM-224A, RIN 2127-AC92. The proposal 
will be considered as part of HM-228, RIN 3217-AD18.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 02/13/85, 50 FR 6013

Agency Contact: Deborah Boothe, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AA85
_______________________________________________________________________




2547. +HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REQUIREMENTS FOR CYLINDERS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 178

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will amend the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations (HMR) by updating and consolidating requirements for the 
manufacture, maintenance, requalification, repair, and use of 
compressed gas cylinders. In the NPRM, RSPA proposed changes affecting: 
the manufacture of compressed gas cylinders; addition of certain new 
DOT specifications and to revise requirements applicable to the 
maintenance, requalification, and repair of all DOT specification 
cylinders (including those cylinders that may no longer be 
manufactured). RSPA also proposed to simplify the requirements for 
filling cylinders and consolidate and revise requirements applicable to 
persons who requalify cylinders. This rulemaking, which affects persons 
who manufacture, requalify, repair, refill and use compressed gas 
cylinders, is of significant interest to the compressed gas industry. 
Based on the comments received to the NPRM, RSPA is considering issuing 
a final rule to address only noncontroversial proposals and to address 
all other proposals in a separate rulemaking.

Statement of Need: This rulemaking action is the first comprehensive 
review and revision of the cylinder requirements since the first 
cylinder specification was adopted in the early 1900's. Since that 
time, additional cylinder specifications and related requirements for 
cylinder requalification and use have been added on a piece-meal basis 
in response to the development of new construction materials, accidents 
and incidents, shipping experience, and the development of industry 
consensus standards. RSPA seeks to improve the integrity of cylinders 
by adopting manufacturing and testing standards based more on 
performance than detailed design requirements. RSPA has received over 
25 petitions for rulemaking and has issued numerous

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exemptions relating to requirements for cylinders and for the 
transportation of hazardous materials in cylinders. The merits of these 
petitions and the need to convert provisions of exemptions into 
regulations of general applicability are being considered in this 
rulemaking action.

Summary of Legal Basis: Section 5103 of Title 49 U.S.C. specifies that 
the Secretary shall prescribe regulations for the safe transportation 
of hazardous materials in intrastate, interstate, and foreign commerce. 
These regulations apply to persons transporting or causing to transport 
hazardous materials in commerce, and persons manufacturing, 
fabricating, marking, maintaining, repairing or testing packagings that 
are represented, marked, certified, or sold by such persons as 
qualified for use in transporting hazardous materials in commerce.

Alternatives: The proposed rule is expected to incorporate a variety of 
alternatives to provide greater flexibility to cylinder manufacturers, 
refillers and users. There will be proposals to allow harmonizing of 
the manufacturing practices between the U.S. and other countries, to 
provide greater flexibility in the filling of cylinders based on 
performance criteria, and to simplify the regulations by streamlining 
the commodity sections and by standardizing the new cylinder 
specifications.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: A preliminary regulatory evaluation has 
been developed. The potential costs and benefits of this action have 
not yet been determined.

Risks: Improving the integrity of cylinders will reduce the risk of 
leakage in overturns and other accidents. In addition, simplifying the 
regulations will reduce misunderstandings and the possibility of 
processing errors that may adversely affect safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/30/98                    63 FR 58460
NPRM Comment Period End         05/28/99
Extension of Comment Period     05/28/99                    64 FR 28065
Comment Period Closed           09/30/99
Final Rule                      06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Formerly entitled Review: Consolidation of 
Specifications for High-Pressure Seamless Cylinders. Docket No. HM-220.

Agency Contact: Charles Betts, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AA92
_______________________________________________________________________




2548. PIPELINE SAFETY: PASSAGE OF INTERNAL INSPECTION DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking established minimum Federal pipeline safety 
standards requiring that new and replacement gas transmission and 
hazardous liquid pipelines be designed to accommodate the passage of 
internal inspection devices. In response to petitions for 
reconsideration of the final rule, an additional NPRM was issued 
proposing to limit the rule with respect to new and existing offshore 
gas transmission lines and the replacement of onshore gas transmission 
lines in rural areas.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/20/92                    57 FR 54745
NPRM Comment Period End         01/19/93
Final Rule                      04/12/94                    59 FR 17275
NPRM                            09/30/94                    59 FR 49896
NPRM Correction                 10/19/94                    59 FR 52863
Limited Suspension of 
Enforcement                     02/07/95                     60 FR 7133
Final Rule                      12/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-126. The integrity testing 
proposal in ``Proposals for Pipeline Safety,'' RIN 2137-AB27, was 
consolidated, in part, into this rulemaking. The final rule (59 FR 
17275; April 12, 1994) amended the gas and hazardous liquid pipeline 
safety regulations to require that new and certain replacement 
pipelines be designed and constructed to accomodate the passage of 
instrumented internal inspection devices ('smart pigs'). This action 
was in response to a mandate in the Pipeline Safety Reauthorization Act 
of 1988. The intended effect of these amended regulations was to 
improve the safety of gas, hazardous liquid, and carbon dioxide 
pipelines by permitting their inspection by `smart pigs' using the 
latest technology for detecting and recording abnormalities in the pipe 
wall. This rule required new and replacement pipelines to be capable of 
passing a `pig' for internal inspection.
In response to two petitions for reconsideration, Notice 2 (59 FR 
49896; September 30, 1994) was published to extend the compliance date 
for existing gas transmission lines and to modify the requirement for 
modification of line sections based on partial replacement of gas 
transmission pipelines located offshore and in rural areas. 
Subsequently, Notice 3 (60 FR 7133; February 7, 1995) was published to 
suspend enforcement of the final rule requirements for new and existing 
offshore gas transmission lines and for modifications to line segments 
based on partial replacement of pipe in existing onshore gas 
transmission lines. This stay was in response to extensive comments and 
recommendations from the Technical Pipeline Safety Standards Committee 
(TPSSC) with regard to Notice 2. Nonetheless, hazardous liquid 
pipelines, carbon dioxide pipelines, new onshore gas transmission 
lines, must comply with the final rule of April 1994.
A final rule in response to the petitions, public comments, and 
recommendations from the advisory committee is being prepared for 
publication by August 2001.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 04/12/94, 59 FR 17275

Agency Contact: Richard Huriaux, Manager - Regulations, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4565

RIN: 2137-AB71

[[Page 25947]]

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2549. +PIPELINE SAFETY: RESPONSE PLANS FOR ONSHORE OIL PIPELINES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 194

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

Abstract: The interim final rule established regulations requiring 
response plans for certain onshore oil pipelines. Those regulations are 
mandated by the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended by the 
Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (Pub. L. 101-380). Pipeline operators filed 
response plans under this interim final rule, and numerous tabletop 
exercises and area exercises have been conducted to validate the 
planning process. The purpose of these requirements is to improve 
response capabilities and minimize the impact of onshore oil spills 
from pipelines. This rule is significant because of substantial public 
and congressional interest. Because of time that has passed since 
issuance of Interim Final Rule, an advisory bulletin and an 
interpretation will be issued to address technical issues. 
Subsequently, a new NPRM will be issued to update record and support 
issuance of a final rule later in 2001.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              01/05/93                      58 FR 244
Comment Period End              02/19/93
Notice of Public Meeting        06/15/94                    59 FR 30755
Notice of Public Hearing        11/29/96                    61 FR 60679
Correction                      01/21/97                     62 FR 2989
Final Rule                      03/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-130.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 01/05/93, 58 FR 244

Agency Contact: James Taylor, Response Plans Officer, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8860

RIN: 2137-AC30
_______________________________________________________________________




2550. FILLING OF PROPANE CYLINDERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 173

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In an ANPRM, RSPA solicited comments on the merits of a 
petition for rulemaking to require registration and training of persons 
who fill propane cylinders, certification of filling equipment 
operators, and proof of financial responsibility. The petition would 
also allow filling of propane cylinders by volume rather than by 
weight, which is currently required by the Hazardous mMterial 
Regulations. A Federal Register notice will terminate rulemaking action 
in this docket and deny the petition for rulemaking because, based on 
the comments, there is no safety justification for imposing the costs 
of a registration, training and financial responsibility program for 
cylinder fillers.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/23/96                    61 FR 43515
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/21/96
To Be Withdrawn                 04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-220C.

Agency Contact: Eileen Edmonson, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AC86
_______________________________________________________________________




2551. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISED AND CLARIFIED HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 
SAFETY RULEMAKING AND PROGRAM PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 106; 49 CFR 107

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will make minor substantive changes to 49 CFR 
parts 106 and 107 of the hazardous materials procedural regulations, 
and will result in a revision of those parts in language that is easier 
to understand. This action is being taken in order to update RSPA's 
hazardous materials procedural regulations and to rewrite the current 
requirements in a new question and answer format that will be more 
user-friendly.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/11/98                    63 FR 68624
NPRM Comment Period End         02/09/99
Final Rule                      05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-98-3974. (RSP-4)

Agency Contact: Karin Christian, Attorney, Room 8407, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4400
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD20
_______________________________________________________________________




2552. PIPELINE SAFETY: ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 190.209; 49 CFR 190.213

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will revise RSPA's pipeline safety enforcement 
procedures to minimize paperwork in uncontested cases where a person 
pays a proposed civil penalty or agrees to a proposed compliance order. 
The procedures will be changed to show that both responses are 
considered offenses in determining any future civil penalty 
assessments. These changes will streamline the enforcement process.

[[Page 25948]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/12/99                    64 FR 43972
Comment Period Ends             10/12/99
Final Rule                      08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-98-4284. The changes to part 
190 modify agency rules of practice and procedure.

Agency Contact: Linda Daugherty, Enforcement Officer, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4577
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD22
_______________________________________________________________________




2553. PIPELINE SAFETY: CONTROLLING CORROSION ON HAZARDOUS LIQUID AND 
CARBON DIOXIDE PIPELINES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The corrosion-control regulations for hazardous liquid and 
carbon dioxide pipelines will be revised to reflect the latest safety 
practices for corrosion protection of steel pipe. Specific criteria for 
cathodic protection will be adopted.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Public Meeting        04/07/99                    64 FR 16885
NPRM                            12/08/00                    65 FR 76968
NPRM Comment Period End         02/06/01
Final Action                    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-97-2762. Notice of public 
meeting 10/29/97 (62 FR 56141).

Agency Contact: L.M. Furrow, Manager, Regulations, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4559

RIN: 2137-AD24
_______________________________________________________________________




2554. PIPELINE SAFETY: PERIODIC UPDATES TO PIPELINE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 
(1999)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 et seq

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 190; 49 CFR 191; 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This periodic update revises and updates the pipeline safety 
regulations to provide clarity and remove unnecessary burdens to the 
regulated pipeline community. Revisions include updated references to 
voluntary specifications and standards incorporated by reference in the 
pipeline safety regulations, and various clarifications and grammatical 
corrections. These updates reflect the most recent editions of each 
specification and standard incorporated by reference. These updates 
enable pipeline operators to utilize current technology, materials, and 
practices, thereby reducing costs and enhancing economic growth.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/22/00                    65 FR 15290
NPRM Comment Period End         05/22/00
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-99-6106

Agency Contact: Richard Huriaux, Manager - Regulations, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4565

RIN: 2137-AD35
_______________________________________________________________________




2555. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: LIMITED EXTENSION OF REQUIREMENTS FOR 
LABELING CERTAIN SHIPMENTS OF MATERIALS POISONOUS BY INHALATION (PIH)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In an interim final rule, RSPA provided a limited exception, 
until October 1, 2001, from the requirements for PIH labels on certain 
packages intended for transportation in international commerce. The 
interim final rule was intended to facilitate international commerce 
and to provide more time for the UN Committee of Experts to consider 
U.S. proposals for adopting the PIH labels and placards. The final rule 
responds to two comments received on the interim final rule and 
addresses further exceptions from PIH labeling and placarding 
requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/16/99                    64 FR 50260
Interim Final Rule Effective    10/01/99
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      11/15/99
Final Rule                      04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM-206D

Agency Contact: Helen L. Engrum, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD37
_______________________________________________________________________




2556. HARMONIZATION WITH THE UNITED NATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS, 
INTERNATIONAL MARITIME DANGEROUS GOODS CODE, AND INTERNATIONAL CIVIL 
AVIATION ORGANIZATION'S TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

[[Page 25949]]

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171 to 180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: RSPA proposed to amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations 
(HMR) to maintain alignment with international standards, promulgated 
by the United nations, the International Maritime Organization, the 
International Civil Aviation Organization, and the International Atomic 
Agency, by incorporating numerous changes to proper shipping names, 
hazard classes, packing groups, special provisions, packaging 
authorizations, air-transport quantity limitations and vessel stowage 
requirements.
In a final rule published in the Federal Register on February 1, 2001, 
RSPA adopted some of the standards proposed in the NPRM. In a 
subsequent final rule, RSPA intends to adopt the other proposed 
standards.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/23/00                    65 FR 63294
NPRM Comment Period End         12/23/00
Final Rule                      02/01/01                     66 FR 8644
Final Rule                      05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM-215D. Docket No. RSPA-00-7702.

Agency Contact: Joan McIntyre, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD41
_______________________________________________________________________




2557. REVISIONS; DEFINITION OF ADMINISTRATOR

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1321; 49 USC 5101 to 5127, 44701, 60101 et seq; 
PL 104-121, sec 212 to 213; 49 CFR 1.45 and 1.53

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171 to 180; 49 CFR 190 to 199

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Modifies or adds the definition of ``Administrator'' for 
clarification and consistency within the RSPA regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Astrid Lopez-Goldberg, Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration
Phone: 202 366-4400

RIN: 2137-AD43
_______________________________________________________________________




2558. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: MINOR EDITORIAL CORRECTIONS AND 
CLARIFICATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 106-107; 49 CFR 110; 49 CFR 171-176; 49 CFR 178-
180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule corrects inconsistencies in terminology and 
makes minor editorial corrections to improve the clarity of the 
Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-189R

Agency Contact: Gigi L. Corbin, Transportation Specialist, Department 
of Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Fax: 202 366-3012
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD51
_______________________________________________________________________




2559.  HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REDUCTION OF REGISTRATION FEES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: RSPA Proposed to reduce the hazmat registration fee for all 
persons who transport or offer for transportation certain categories 
and quantities of hazmat, replace the reference to the standard 
industrial classification (SIC) code with the North American Industry 
Classification System (NAICS), and clarify the registration fee for 
not-for-profit organizations. RSPA is delaying final action on these 
proposals because of their interaction with final action on the FY 2002 
Federal budget.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/07/00                    65 FR 76890
NPRM Comment Period End         02/02/01
Final Action                    10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-208D.

Agency Contact: Deborah Boothe, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD53
_______________________________________________________________________




2560.  HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REQUIREMENTS FOR MAINTENANCE, 
REQUALIFICATION, AND REPAIR OF DOT SPECIFICATION CYLINDERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107; 49 CFR 171 to 173; 49 CFR 177 to 178; 49 CFR 
180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rulemaking will make changes to the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations to revise the requirements for maintenance, requalification 
and repair of all DOT specification cylinders. In addition it will 
revise the requirements for approval of cylinder requalifiers, 
independent inspection agencies, and nondomestic chemical analysis and 
tests, and revise certain requirements in certain cylinder inspections. 
Certain cylinder

[[Page 25950]]

manufacturing proposals will be handled in a separate rulemaking 
action. The NPRM was under RIN 2127-AA92.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/30/98                    63 FR 38460
NPRM Comment Period End         09/30/99                    64 FR 28965
Final Action                    06/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-220D

Agency Contact: Charles E. Betts, Transportation Regulations 
Specialist, Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD58
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2561. +SAFEGUARDING FOOD FROM CONTAMINATION DURING TRANSPORTATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5701 to 5714

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1

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

Abstract: The Sanitary Food Transportation Act of 1990 (49 USC 5701 et 
seq.) requires the Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with 
the Secretaries of Agriculture and Health and Human Services and the 
Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, to issue 
regulations concerning the transportation of food, food additives, 
drugs, devices, and cosmetics in motor and rail vehicles also used to 
transport nonfood products that could pose an unreasonable danger to 
human or animal health when so transported. This rulemaking will 
implement the statutory requirements. This rulemaking is significant 
because of substantial public and congressional interest. RSPA's next 
action is undetermined because it has requested personnel resources 
from Congress necessary to perform these food safety functions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/20/91                     56 FR 6934
04/29/91                        03/21/91                    56 FR 11982
NPRM                            05/21/93                    58 FR 29698
Notice of Public Hearing        05/21/93                    58 FR 29698
NPRM Comment Period End         10/18/93


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 05/21/93, 58 
FR 29698

Agency Contact: Michael Johnsen, Transportation Regulations Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AC00
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2562. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: CARGO TANK ROLLOVER REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect State, local or tribal 
governments and the private sector.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 178

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this advance notice of proposed rulemaking is 
to request comments concerning the need, if any, for amending the 
Hazardous Materials Regulations with regard to standards for cargo tank 
rollover protection devices on specification DOT 406, 407 and 412 cargo 
tank motor vehicles.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/16/99                    64 FR 62161
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/15/00


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-213A

Agency Contact: Hattie L. Mitchell, Transportation Regulations 
Specialist, Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-8553

RIN: 2137-AD34

[[Page 25951]]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)



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2563. PIPELINE SAFETY: UNDERWATER ABANDONED PIPELINE FACILITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

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

Abstract: This action will require operators of gas and hazardous 
liquid pipeline facilities to report certain information about 
abandoned underwater pipelines, including location, size, date of 
abandonment, and compliance with applicable laws. The information will 
be available for use by other Federal agencies and state authorities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/30/99                    64 FR 47157
Final Rule                      09/08/00                    65 FR 54440

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-97-2094.

Agency Contact: L.E. Herrick, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5523

RIN: 2137-AC33
_______________________________________________________________________




2564. +PIPELINE SAFETY: AREAS UNUSUALLY SENSITIVE TO ENVIRONMENTAL 
DAMAGE (USAS)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195

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

Abstract: In response to a statutory mandate, this action established 
criteria for identifying areas near hazardous liquid pipelines that are 
unusually sensitive to environmental damage if a pipeline accident 
occurs. The criteria were developed in consultation with the 
Environmental Protection Agency and other agencies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Supplemental Notice             06/22/94                    59 FR 32178
Extended Comment Period End     06/26/95
NPRM                            12/30/99                    64 FR 73464
Comments                        06/27/00
Final Rule                      12/21/00                    65 FR 80530
Delay of Effective Date         02/08/01                     66 FR 9532
Effective Date                  04/21/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-99-5455, formerly designated as 
Docket No. PS-140. A series of public workshops were conducted in 1996 
and 1997, and 2000. Pilot testing of USA guidance was done in 
cooperation with the American Petroleum Institute. The effective date 
of the final rule was delayed until April 21, 2001.

Agency Contact: Christina Sames, Petroleum Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4561

RIN: 2137-AC34
_______________________________________________________________________




2565. +INCREASED INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 24, 1995.

Abstract: This rulemaking would address the need for additional 
periodic inspection of gas and hazardous liquid pipelines in high-
density, environmentally sensitive, or navigable waterway areas. The 
regulations would prescribe circumstances under which such inspections 
must be conducted by internal inspection devices or equivalent means. 
The issue of increased inspection requirements for operators of 500 or 
more miles of hazardous liquid pipelines was addressed as part of the 
Final Rule in Docket No. RSPA-99-6355 (RIN 2137-AD45). A similar rule 
for operators of less than 500 miles of hazardous liquid pipelines was 
proposed in Docket No. RSPA-00-7408 (RIN 2137-AD49). Increased 
inspection requirements for gas transmission pipelines will be 
addressed in a separate rulemaking (RIN 2137-AD54).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Public Workshop                 10/18/95                    60 FR 44821
Final Rule (Large HL Pipelines) 12/01/00                    65 FR 75378

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-141. Congress has expressed a 
concern about the risk of pipeline failure caused by undetected 
structural defects. It directed DOT to prescribe, if necessary, 
additional standards that require the periodic inspection of certain 
pipelines in high-density population areas, areas unusually sensitive 
to environmental damage, and crossings of commercially navigable 
waterways. The regulations are to prescribe circumstances in which 
inspections must be conducted with an instrumented internal inspection 
device. If the device is not required, the regulations must require the 
use of an inspection method that is at least as effective as using the 
device in providing for the safety of the pipeline.
OPS is considering the need to establish requirements for increased 
pipeline inspection, including `pigging'. On October 19, 1995, a public 
workshop was held in Washington, DC, to elicit suggestions from the 
pipeline industry and the public on development of regulations 
requiring increased inspection of certain gas and hazardous liquid 
pipelines. Industry participants advocated use of a wide variety of 
factors to judge the risk of a pipeline and to determine whether 
pigging is required.
The need for increased inspection requirements in high-consequence 
areas is being addressed in Docket No. RSPA-99-6355, Enhanced Safety 
and Environmental Protection for Gas Transmission and Hazardous Liquid 
Pipelines in High Consequence Areas. An NPRM was issued in March 2000. 
A final rule requiring increased inspection for hazardous liquid 
pipelines in high consequence areas is expected in November 2000.

Agency Contact: L. M. Furrow, Transportation Specialist, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4559

RIN: 2137-AC38

[[Page 25952]]

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2566. +EMERGENCY FLOW RESTRICTING DEVICES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 24, 1996.

Abstract: This rulemaking would specify those circumstances under which 
operators of hazardous liquid pipelines are required to use emergency 
flow restricting devices (EFRDs) or other procedures, systems, and 
equipment to detect and locate pipeline ruptures and minimize releases. 
The issue of EFRDs for operators of 500 or more miles of hazarous 
liquid pipelines was addressed as part of the Final Rule in Docket No. 
RSPA-99-6355 (RIN 2137-AD45). A similar rule for operators of less than 
500 miles of hazardous liquid pipelines was proposed in docket no. 
RSPA-00-7408 (RIN 2137-AD49).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/19/94                     59 FR 2802
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/19/94
Final Rule                      12/01/00                    65 FR 75378

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. PS-133. A public workshop was held 
on 10/19/95 (60 FR 44822). This action is being coordinated with other 
rulemakings on onshore oil spill response plans (Docket No. PS-130; RIN 
2137-AC30), areas unusually sensitive to environmental damage (Docket 
No PS-140; RIN 2137-AC34), and pipeline leak detection systems (Docket 
No. RSPA 97-2362; RIN 2137-AD05). These actions are being pursued in 
coordination with, and as part of the response to, the EFRD mandate.
First, RSPA has required pipeline operators to develop and carry out 
onshore oil spill response plans under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 
(Docket No. PS-130; RIN 2137-AC30). The operators have filed response 
plans under an interim final rule, and numerous tabletop exercises and 
area exercises have been conducted to validate the planning process. 
Work is proceeding on a `one plan' approach that would allow an 
operator to file only one oil spill response plan with the various 
interested agencies. A final rule will be directed toward improving 
operators' accident response capabilities and minimizing accident 
consequences.
Second, RSPA published a rule to adopt the American Petroleum 
Institute's (API) pipeline leak detection system technical standard 
(Standard API 1130, Computational Pipeline Monitoring) to guide 
industry implementation of computer-based leak detection systems 
(Docket No. RSPA-97-2362, RIN 2137-AD05). This rule required that 
operators of hazardous liquid pipelines use API 1130 in conjunction 
with other information in the design, evaluation, operation, 
maintenance, and testing of their software-based leak detection 
systems. This will result in a significant advancement toward the 
acceptance of leak detection technology on hazardous liquid pipelines. 
This is a necessary precedent to the possible adoption of regulations 
on emergency flow restricting devices.
Third, RSPA worked with the Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. 
Coast Guard, and others to develop a definition of ``areas unusually 
sensitive to environmental damage from pipeline spills'' (Docket No. 
PS-140; RIN 2137-AC34). This effort will define areas that are 
candidates for the application of EFRDs.
Finally, EFRDS were considered as part of the direct final rule in 
Docket No. RSPA-99-6355 RIN 2137-AD45); and the proposed rules in 
docket no. RSPA-00-7408 (RIN 2137-AD49).

Agency Contact: L. Ulrich, General Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4556

RIN: 2137-AC39
_______________________________________________________________________




2567. REGULATED GAS AND HAZARDOUS LIQUID GATHERING LINES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 60101 to 60125

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 24, 1995.

Abstract: This action would establish regulations for gas and hazardous 
liquid gathering lines in rural areas for which there are at present no 
safety regulations. Terminated because no decision has been made to 
regulate rural gathering lines.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/08/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Richard Huriaux, Director, Technology & Regulations, 
Department of Transportation, Research and Special Programs 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4565

RIN: 2137-AC53
_______________________________________________________________________




2568. +PIPELINE SAFETY: PIPELINE INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT IN HIGH 
CONSEQUENCE AREAS (HAZARDOUS LIQUID OPERATORS WITH 500 OR MORE MILES OF 
PIPELINE)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5121; 49 USC 60102 to 60104; 49 USC 60108; 49 
USC 60177; 49 USC 60118; 49 USC 60124; 49 CFR 1.53

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: RSPA issued regulations to validate pipe integrity of most 
hazardous liquid pipelines that could affect high-density population 
areas, waters where commercial navigation exists, and areas unusually 
sensitive to environmental damage. In these proposed high consequence 
areas, These regulations will require for increased inspection/testing, 
enhanced damage prevention, improved emergency response, and other 
measure to prevent and mitigate pipeline leaks and ruptures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/24/00                    65 FR 21695
NPRM Comment Period End         06/23/00
Final Rule                      12/01/00                    65 FR 75378

[[Page 25953]]

Final Action - Delay of Eff Date02/08/01                     66 FR 9532
Effective Date                  05/29/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-99-6355. Effective date delayed 
until May 29, 2001.

Agency Contact: Mike Israni, General Engineer, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4571
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD45
_______________________________________________________________________




2569. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: RELOCATION OF REGISTRATION AND TRAINING 
REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107, subpart G; 49 CFR 171

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would have proposed to relocate subpart G of part 
107 and subpart H of part 172 into part 171 of the HMR. Effective with 
publication of this regulatory agenda, this action is terminated.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Terminated                      04/16/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-218B.
DMS docket number RSPA-2000-7760.

Agency Contact: Karin V. Christian, Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4400
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2137-AD46
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Maritime Administration (MARAD)



_______________________________________________________________________




2570. +CARGO PREFERENCE REGULATIONS--CARRIAGE OF AGRICULTURAL EXPORTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 46 App USC 1101; 1114(b), 1122(d), 1241

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 381; 49 CFR 1.66

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to clarify the Maritime Administration's 
cargo preference regulations governing the carriage of agricultural 
exports. The rulemaking will concern, among other issues, (1) 
incorporating into Part 381 MARAD's existing rules on priority of 
service of various U.S.-flag services; (2) clarifying how shipper 
agencies should comply with the existing provisions of the regulations 
regarding geographic areas and booking cargo on U.S.-flag vessels 
before foreign flag vessels; (3) redefining certain terms for clarity 
to bring them in line with commercial practices; and other related 
issues. This rule is significant because of public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/28/99                     64 FR 4382
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/29/99
NPRM                            10/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas W. Harrelson, Director, Office of Cargo 
Preference, Room 8118, Department of Transportation, Maritime 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5515

RIN: 2133-AB37
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Maritime Administration (MARAD)



_______________________________________________________________________




2571. UPDATE TO PART 205 - AUDIT APPEALS; POLICY AND PROCEDURE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 1114, 1155, 1176, 1212

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this action, MARAD proposes to update regulations in part 
205 of 46 CFR, ``Audit Appeals; Policy and Procedure''. Parties who 
contract with the Maritime Subsidy Board or MARAD will use these appeal 
procedures when seeking redress for audit findings. This rulemaking 
will update, using plain language, our audit procedures to reflect 
current MARAD practices. The intended effect of this rulemaking is to 
improve the utility and clarity of the regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/15/00                    65 FR 69279
NPRM Comment Period End         01/16/01
Final Action                    04/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lennis G. Fludd, Office of Financial and Rate 
Approvals, Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, Room 
8117
Phone: 202 366-2324

RIN: 2133-AB42

[[Page 25954]]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Maritime Administration (MARAD)



_______________________________________________________________________




2572. REMOVAL OF PART 207 - STATISTICAL DATA FOR USE IN OPERATING-
DIFFERENTIAL SUBSIDY APPLICATION HEARINGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 1114; 46 USC 1171-1176

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 207

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this rulemaking, MARAD removed part 207 - Statistical Data 
for Use in Operating-Differential Subsidy Programs. We eliminated this 
part because Congress withdrew MARAD's authority to grant ODS contracts 
and statutory changes of the Maritime Security Act of 1996 provided 
that a hearing process would no longer apply to the operating-
differential subsidy program. The statistical data was used in hearings 
to determine if existing U.S.-flag service was adequate.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/12/00                    65 FR 77521

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Edmond J. Fitzgerald, Director, Office of Subsidy and 
Insurance, Room 8117, Department of Transportation, Maritime 
Administration, MAR-780, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2400
Fax: 202 366-7901

RIN: 2133-AB43
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS)



_______________________________________________________________________




2573. MODERNIZING THE PASSENGER ORIGIN-DESTINATION SURVEY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41708; 49 USC 41709

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 241

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Historically, the source document for the Passenger Origin-
Destination Survey was the auditor's coupon of the ticket. Until 
recently, these coupons provided all the information that was needed 
for the Survey. In the last few years, the carriers have begun using 
trip passes in conjunction with the tickets, thereby eliminating some 
of the data that is required to be reported in the Survey. Other 
innovations used by the industry, such as change-of-gauge flights and 
code-sharing, have impacted the Survey and obscured some of the data 
that is required to be reported, such as change of planes and junction 
points. This rulemaking will explore whether there are alternative 
sources for the data and modernize the collection system to keep pace 
with the industry.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/00/01
NPRM                            03/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action is related to and may be affected 
by RIN 2105-AC71. This action was formally under RIN 2137-AB92 but is 
now being administered by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) 
under RIN 2139-AA01 since the Office of Aviation Information has been 
transferred to BTS from RSPA.

Agency Contact: M. Clay Moritz, Jr., Acting Chief, Regulations 
Division, Office of Airline Information, K-25, Department of 
Transportation, Bureau of Transportation Statistics, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4385

RIN: 2139-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS)



_______________________________________________________________________




2574.  AIR CARRIER TRAFFIC AND CAPACITY DATA BY NONSTOP SEGMENT 
AND ON-FLIGHT MARKET

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41708

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 217; 14 CFR 241; 14 CFR 291; 14 CFR 298

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Transportation is considering modifying 
certain parts of the Traffic Reporting System to require operating 
carriers to report joint-service operations. This proposal would 
require a report change for small certificated, commuter, and all-cargo 
air carriers on their air traffic activity. This would also require 
U.S. carriers to report the detailed market and segment information for 
all their military, domestic all-cargo, and domestic charter flights.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: M. Clay Moritz Jr., Acting Chief, Regulations Division, 
Office of Airline Information, K-25, Department of Transportation, 
Bureau of Transportation Statistics, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4385

RIN: 2139-AA08

[[Page 25955]]

_______________________________________________________________________


DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS)



_______________________________________________________________________




2575. AMENDMENT TO THE DEFINITIONS OF REVENUE AND NONREVENUE PASSENGERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 329

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 217; 14 CFR 241; 14 CFR 298

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would revise definitions of revenue passenger and 
nonrevenue passenger. It would specify that a passenger traveling on a 
ticket or voucher received as compensation for denied boarding or as 
settlement of a consumer complaint is considered to be a revenue 
passenger. The revised definitions will harmonize Departmental 
regulations with those adopted by the International Civil Aviation 
Organization (ICAO). This will prevent air carriers from being required 
to keep two sets of traffic enplanement statistics.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/22/00                    65 FR 50946
NPRM Comment Period End         10/23/00
Final Action                    08/00/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: M. Clay Moritz Jr., Acting Chief, Regulations Division, 
Office of Airline Information, Department of Transportation, Bureau of 
Transportation Statistics, K-25, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-4385

RIN: 2139-AA07
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