[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Department of  Transportation Semiannual Regulatory Agenda
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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 and Chs. X-XII

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 December 3, 2001 (66 FR 61898). The next 
one is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register in October 
2002.

    In light of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in the 
United States and the potential for further attacks in this 
country; Congress enacted the Aviation and Transportation Security 
Act, which established the Transportation Security Administration 
(TSA) an operating administration within the Department. Effective 
February 17, 2002, TSA assumed the civil aviation security 
functions and responsibilities currently performed by the Federal 
Aviation Administration (FAA). Several new rulemaking actions have 
been added in this Agenda for TSA; however, further assessment is 
needed to determine which FAA rulemakings will move to TSA. We will 
reflect these changes in the next Agenda.

    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 February 25, 2002.

    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

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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; (14) whether the 
action is subject to the Energy Act; and (15) whether the action is 
major under the congressional review provisions of the 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 (z) 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 25, 2002.

 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.

Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

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

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.

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Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)

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

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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

Federal Transit Administration (FTA)

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

Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC)

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

Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)

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

Maritime Administration (MARAD)

    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.

    TSA -- Mardi R. Thompson, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590, telephone: (202) 267-3226.

    USCG -- Steve G. Venckus, Chief, Office of Regulations and 
Administrative Law, 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 -- Julie Downey, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th Street 
SW., Room 4223, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 366-0761.

    FMCSA - Suzanne O'Malley, Office of Chief Counsel, 400 7th 
Street SW., Room 8201, Washington, DC 20590; telephone: (202) 366-
1367.

    FRA -- Kathryn Shelton, 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 -- Robert Monniere SW., Room 3430, Washington, DC 20590; 
telephone: (202) 366-5498.

    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: 9-5.

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

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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, 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 
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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.

                                             OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
                                          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 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 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules continuing to be analyzed
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
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
Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
14 CFR part 255 -- Carrier-owned computer reservation systems
14 CFR part 256 -- Display of joint operations in carrier-owned 
computer reservation systems
14 CFR part 257 -- Disclosure of code-sharing arrangements and long-
term wet leases
14 CFR part 258 -- Disclosure of change-of-gauge services
14 CFR part 271 -- Guidelines for subsidizing air carriers providing 
essential air transportation
14 CFR part 272 -- Essential air service to the Freely Associated 
States
14 CFR part 291 -- Cargo operations in interstate air transportation
14 CFR part 292 -- International cargo transportation
14 CFR part 293 -- International passenger transportation
14 CFR part 294 -- Canadian charter air taxi operators
14 CFR part 296 -- Indirect air transportation of property
14 CFR part 297 -- Foreign air freight forwarders and foreign 
cooperative shippers associations
14 CFR part 298 -- Exemptions for air taxi and commuter air carrier 
operations
49 CFR part 40 -- Procedures for transportation workplace drug testing 
programs

                                            UNITED STATES COAST GUARD
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
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   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

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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 3 (Fall 2000) List of rules continuing to be analyzed
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
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

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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
Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
46 CFR part 42 -- Domestic and foreign voyages by sea
46 CFR part 44 -- Special service limited domestic voyage
46 CFR part 45 -- Great lakes load lines
46 CFR part 46 -- Subdivision load lines for passenger vessels
46 CFR part 47 -- Combination load lines
46 CFR part 50 -- General provisions
46 CFR part 52 -- Power boilers
46 CFR part 53 -- Heating boilers
46 CFR part 54 -- Pressure vessels
46 CFR part 56 -- Piping systems and appurtenances
46 CFR part 57 -- Welding and brazing
46 CFR part 58 -- Main auxiliary machinery and related systems
46 CFR part 59 -- Repairs to boilers, pressure vessels and 
appurtenances
46 CFR part 61 -- Periodic tests and inspections
46 CFR part 62 -- Vital systems automation
46 CFR part 63 -- Automatic auxiliary boilers
46 CFR part 64 -- Marine portable tanks and cargo handling systems
46 CFR part 67 -- Documentation of vessels
46 CFR part 68 -- Documentation of vessels pursuant to extraordinary 
legislative grants
46 CFR part 69 -- Measurement of vessels

                                         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 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
14 CFR 23 -- Airworthiness standards: normal, utility, acrobatic, and 
commuter category airplanes
 Section 610; No SEIOSNOSE. This rule applies to a significant number 
of small entities but amendments over the past decade do not have a 
substantial economic impact. Accordingly, a periodic review was not 
required.
 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; No SEIOSNOSE. This rule applies to a significant number 
of small entities but amendments over the past decade do not have a 
substantial economic impact. Accordingly, a periodic review was not 
required.
 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; No SEIOSNOSE. This rule applies to a significant number 
of small entities but amendments over the past decade do not have a 
substantial economic impact. Accordingly, a periodic review was not 
required.
 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 31 -- Airworthiness standards: manned free ballons
 Section 610; No SEIOSNOSE. This rule applies to a significant number 
of small entities but amendments over the past decade do not have a 
substantial economic impact. Accordingly, a periodic review was not 
required.

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 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; No SEIOSNOSE. This rule applies to a significant number 
of small entities but amendments over the past decade do not have a 
substantial economic impact. Accordingly, a periodic review was not 
required.
 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; No SEIOSNOSE. This rule applies to a significant number 
of small entities but amendments over the past decade do not have a 
substantial economic impact. Accordingly, a periodic review was not 
required.
 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 part 35 -- Airworthiness standards: propellers
 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.
14 CFR part 36 -- Noise standards; aircraft type and airworthiness 
certification
 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.
14 CFR part 39 -- Airworthiness directives
 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.
14 CFR part 43 -- Maintenance, preventive maintenance; rebuilding and 
alteration
 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.
14 CFR part 45 -- Identification and registration marking
 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.
14 CFR part 47 -- Aircraft registration
 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.
14 CFR part 49 -- Recording of aircraft titles and security documents
 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.
Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
14 CFR part 61 -- Certification: pilots, flight instructors and ground 
instructions
14 CFR part 63 -- Certification: flight crewmembers other than pilots
14 CFR part 65 -- Certification: airmen other than flight crewmembers
14 CFR part 67 -- Medical standards and certification
14 CFR part 70 -- Designation of class A, class B, class C, class D and 
class E airspace areas; airways routes and reporting points
14 CFR part 73 -- Special use airspace
14 CFR part 77 -- Objects affecting navigable airspace
*A description for this action will be included in the Spring 2002 
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
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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 parts 600-656, 658-669...........................................          2004          2005

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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 analyzed and a summary of the results
23 CFR part 450 -- Ongoing review of regulations governing Statewide 
and Metropolitan Transportation Planning
 The FHWA and the FTA received numerous comments to the docket in 
response to this NPRM. The agencies are currently reviewing the 
comments and discussing the options with the new Administration to 
determine what action should follow.
23 CFR part 657 -- Ongoing review of certification of size and weight 
requirements
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This rule does not in any way have an 
impact on small governments or businesses as this regulation outlines 
the requirements that State governments follow in order to comply with 
the annual certification requirement in 23 U.S.C. 141.
 Plain language: In an upcoming rulemaking, the FHWA will rewrite the 
regulation using plain language.
 General: We are continuing our review of the type of information and 
data that should be submitted by the States in support of their annual 
certification of enforcement and will revise as appropriate.
23 CFR part 771-- Ongoing review of regulations governing Assessment of 
Environmental Impact and Related procedures (NEPA Implementing 
Regulations)
 The FHWA and the FTA received numerous comments to the docket in 
response to this NPRM. The agencies are currently reviewing the 
comments and discussing the options with the new Administration to 
determine what action should follow.
Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
23 CFR part 1 -- General management and administration
23 CFR part 140 -- Payment procedures
23 CFR part 172 -- Administration of engineering and design related 
service contracts
23 CFR part 180 --Credit assistance for surface transportation projects
23 CFR part 190 -- Incentive procedures for controlling outdoor 
advertising on the interstate system
23 CFR part 192 -- Drug offenders driver's license suspension
23 CFR part 200 -- Title IV program and related statutes-implementation 
and review procedures
23 CFR part 230 -- External equal employment opportunity programs
23 CFR part 260 -- Education and training programs
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. The FHWA solicits public comment on this 
preliminary conclusion.

    The FHWA, jointly with the Federal Transit Administration, has 
issued notices of proposed rulemaking that would revise 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 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 (NPRM) for each of 
these regulations, the FHWA and FTA solicited comment on their 
potential for impact on small entities, including small 
governments. The FHWA and the FTA received numerous comments in 
response to these NPRMs and are currently reviewing the data and 
discussing the options under the guidance of the new 
administration. All issues pertaining to the potential for impact 
will be addressed in the final regulations.

                                 NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
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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

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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 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules that will continue to 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
Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
49 CFR parts 571.101 -- Standard No. 101; Controls and displays
49 CFR parts 571.102 -- Standard No. 102; Transmission shift lever 
sequence starter interlock, and transmission braking effect
49 CFR parts 571.103 -- Standard No. 103; Windshield defrosting and 
defogging systems
49 CFR parts 571.104 -- Standard No. 104; Windshield wiping and washing 
systems
49 CFR parts 571.105 -- Standard No. 105; Hydraulic and electric brake 
systems
49 CFR parts 571.106 -- Standard No. 106; Brake hoses
49 CFR parts 571.107 -- Standard No. 107; [Reserved]
49 CFR parts 571.108 -- Standard No. 108; lamps, reflective devices, 
and associated equipment
49 CFR parts 571.109 -- Standard No. 109; New pneumatic tires
49 CFR parts 571.110 -- Standard No. 110; Tire selection and rims
49 CFR parts 571.135 -- Standard No. 135; Passenger car brake systems
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
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                                                                                        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
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 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
49 CFR part 210 -- Railroad noise emission compliance regulations
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These are minimum compliance regulations 
for enforcement of noise emission standards established by EPA. To 
FRA's knowledge, the Railroad Noise Emission Compliance Regulation has 
not imposed any significant burden on any small railroads.
 Plain Language: FRA's plain language review of these rules indicates 
no need for substantial revision.

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 General: Having a national uniform noise emission standard benefits 
small railroads to the extent local government authorities would 
otherwise seek to impose more stringent noise emission requirements. 
The existence of these standards provides uniformity and benefits the 
small railroads as a class.
49 CFR part 212 -- State safety participation regulations
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. These regulations establish standards and 
procedures for State participation in investigative and surveillance 
activities under the Federal railroad safety laws and regulations. The 
program is entirely voluntary, and the ``regulated community'' is 
composed of those States which choose to participate. No State is a 
``small entity'' under any reasonable definition..
 Plain Language: FRA's plain language review indicates no need for 
substantial revision..
 General: FRA encourages States to participate in the program, and 
considers State inspectors an important element in the enforcement of 
Federal safety laws. Training and funding is provided by FRA to the 
States to offset the costs of participation. In addition, FRA employs a 
full-time State participation program manager to work with the States 
to encourage participation and assist in program implementation.
49 CFR part 214 -- Railroad workplace safety
 Section 610: There is a SEIOSNOSE for subpart B. FRA will conduct a 
formal review to identify whether additional opportunities may exist to 
further reduce the burden on small railroads without compromising 
safety. No SEIOSNOSE for subpart C. Impacts on small entities are 
directly related to the volume of traffic on a right-of-way, and most 
small railroads have low enough volume to minimize the impact.
 Plain Language: FRA's plain language review indicates no need for 
substantial revision. As resources permit, FRA will make such changes 
as may be necessary.
 General: The existence of Federal workplace safety laws benefits small 
entities. In the absence of Federal laws, small railroads would be 
subject to a wide variety of State and local laws. Even the smallest of 
railroads might find it necessary to understand and comply with several 
different sets of laws from the jurisdictions in which they operate. 
Federal law preempts local laws in this area, and simplifies compliance 
on the part of the regulated community.
49 CFR part 217 -- Railroad operating rules
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. FRA finds that there is a continuing need 
to collect information on railroad operating rules and practices, in 
order to monitor changes in railroad operating practice. The required 
periodic inspections and employee training are important for safety.
 Plain Language: FRA's plain language review of these rules indicates 
no need for substantial revision. The regulation is clearly written.
 General: part 217 contains provisions to mitigate the burden on small 
entities by reducing their record filing and recordkeeping requirements
Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
49 CFR part 219 -- Alcohol and drug regulations

                                         FEDERAL TRANSIT 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           None....................................................................          2000          2001
4           49 CFR part 661.........................................................          2001          2002
5           49 CFR part 665.........................................................          2002          2003
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Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
49 CFR part 661 -- Buy America requirements -- 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
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 parts 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 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 affected, 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 251Application for subsidies and other direct financial aid
46 CFR 252Operating-differential subsidy for bulk cargo vessels engaged 
in worldwide services
46 CFR 272Requirements and procedures for conducting condition surveys 
and administering maintenance and repair subsidy
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, 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 initiate a rulemaking to eliminate these 
regulations as the last operating-differential subsidy contracts 
terminate.
46 CFR 276Construction-differential subsidy repayment
 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 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 277Domestic and foreign trade; interpretations
46 CFR 280Limitations on the award and payment of operating-
differential subsidy for liner operators
46 CFR 281Information and procedure required under liner operating-
differential subsidy agreements
46 CFR 282Operating-differential subsidy for liner vessels engaged in 
essential services in the foreign commerce of the United States
46 CFR 283Dividend policy for operators receiving operating-
differential subsidy
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, 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 to eliminate these 
regulations as the last operating-differential subsidy contracts 
terminate.
46 CFR 287Establishment 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 295Maritime 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.
 General: We will revise the regulations if necessary.
Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
46 CFR part 298 -- Obligation Guarantees
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but 
the economic impact on small entities will not be significant.
 Plain Language: These regulations were rewritten in plain language in 
2000.
 General: In 2000, MARAD amended part 298 by simplifying existing 
administrative practices governing ship financing guarantees. The 
revisions simplify the process for applicants. MARAD will continue to 
review these regulations and make additional changes when appropriate.
Year 5 (Fall 2002) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
46 CFR part 307 -- Establishment of mandatory position reporting system 
for vessels
46 CFR part 308 -- War risk insurance
46 CFR part 309 -- Values for war risk insurance
46 CFR part 310 -- Merchant marine training

                                   RESEARCH AND SPECIAL PROGRAMS ADMINSTRATION
                                          SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
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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)......................

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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 3 (Fall 2000) List of Rules analyzed and a summary of the results
49 CFR part 174 -- Carriage by rail
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. While these requirements apply to a 
substantial number of small entities, they do not have a significant 
economic impact on those entities. For the most part, the operating 
requirements impose only minimal costs above costs incurred as a result 
of normal business practices. Further, the requirements have little or 
no impact on entry to or exit from the industry.
 Plain Language: As resources permit, RSPA will rewrite regulations 
using plain language techniques.
49 CFR part 177 -- Carriage by public highway
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. While these requirements apply to a 
substantial number of small entities, they do not have a significant 
economic impact on those entities. For the most part, the operating 
requirements impose only minimal costs above costs incurred as a result 
of normal business practices. Further, the requirements have little or 
no impact on entry to or exit from the industry.
 Plain Language: As resources permit, RSPA will rewrite regulations 
using plain language techniques.
49 CFR part 191 -- Gas pipeline transportation reports
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The regulations do not impose any 
additional costs because they are consistent with current requirements 
for reporting of accidents and annual reporting.
 Plain Language: Plain language techniques will be used in the 
revisions to incident and annual reporting requirements.
 General: Reviewed incident and annual reporting requirements and will 
issue rules to improve cause categories and clarify requirements.
49 CFR part 192 -- Gas pipeline corrosion control
 Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. The regulations do not impose any 
additional costs because they are consistent with customary industry 
corrosion control and cathodic protection practices.
 Plain Language: Plain language techniques will be used in any amended 
regulations that result from rulemaking.
 General: Reviewed corrosion control regulations with state and 
industry experts; changes will be proposed to incorporate modern 
criteria for adequate corrosion protection.
Year 4 (Fall 2001) List of Rules that will be analyzed during the next 
year
49 CFR part 176 -- Carriage by vessel
49 CFR part 199 -- Pipeline employee drug and alcohol testing

                                       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 part 241, Form 41................................................          1998          1999
2           14 CFR part 241, Schedule T-100, and part 217...........................          1999          2000
3           14 CFR part 298, 49 CFR 1420............................................          2000          2001
4           14 CFR part 241, section 19-7...........................................          2001          2002
5           14 CFR part 291.........................................................          2002          2003
6           14 CFR part 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
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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

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 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
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                                                                                        Analysis
   Year                            Regulations to be Reviewed                             Year       Review Year
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1           33 CFR parts 401 through 403............................................          1998          1999
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                                  Office of the Secretary--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1682       +Computer Reservations System Regulations Comprehensive Review.......................     2105-AC65
1683       +Aviation Data Requirements Review and Modernization Program.........................     2105-AC71
1684       Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel...........................     2105-AC97
1685       Reporting Requirement for Air Carriers Regarding Disability-Related Complaints.......     2105-AD04
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                                    Office of the Secretary--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1686       +Direct Air Carrier Responsibility for Returning Stranded Charter Passengers.........     2105-AA40
1687       Air Travelers: Age Discrimination....................................................     2105-AA45
1688       Direct Flights.......................................................................     2105-AA73
1689       Diversion of Flights Within a Metropolitan Area......................................     2105-AA78
1690       Simplified Aviation Exemption Procedures.............................................     2105-AA82
1691       Baggage Liability Notices in International Air Transportation........................     2105-AA84
1692       Simplified Airline Counter-Sign Notices..............................................     2105-AA88
1693       +Price Advertising...................................................................     2105-AB50
1694       +Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug-Testing Programs.......................     2105-AB71
1695       +Transportation for Individuals With Disabilities (Accessibility Guidelines).........     2105-AC06
1696       Use of Direct Final Rulemaking.......................................................     2105-AC11
1697       Overbooking of Flights: Elimination of Airport Notice Signs..........................     2105-AC45
1698       Fees and Charges for Special Services: Reinvention...................................     2105-AC47
1699       Amendments to Modal Alcohol Testing Rules: Pre-Employment Testing....................     2105-AC50
1700       Nondiscrimination in Air Travel; Boarding Where Level-Entry Is Unavailable...........     2105-AC81
1701       +Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Agreements With Institutions of       2105-AC83
            Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other Nonprofit Organizations......................
1702       +Americans With Disabilities Act Accessibility Standards.............................     2105-AC86
1703       Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Department of Transportation       2105-AC88
            Programs: Memorandum of Understanding With Small Business Administration; Uniform
            Forms and Other Revisions...........................................................
1704       Participation by Minority Business Enterprises in Department of Transportation            2105-AC89
            Financial Assistance Programs: Threshold Requirements and Other Technical Revisions.
1705       Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Department of Transportation       2105-AC91
            Programs............................................................................
1706       Statement of Policy on Alternative Dispute Resolution................................     2105-AC94
1707       Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs.....................................     2105-AC96

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1708       Over the Road Buses: Extension of Due Date for Information Collection................     2105-AC98
1709       Standard Time Zone Boundary in the State of North Dakota: Morton County..............     2105-AD03
1710       Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Programs and Activities Receiving or      2105-AD05
            Benefiting From Federal Financial Assistance; Transportation Services for
            Individuals With Disabilities (ADA).................................................
1711       +Procedures for Compensation of Air Carriers.........................................     2105-AD06
1712       Reporting Prohibited Communications..................................................     2105-AD10
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                                   Office of the Secretary--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1713       Policy Statement on Airline Preemption...............................................     2105-AA46
1714       +Statement of Enforcement Policy on Rebating.........................................     2105-AB39
1715       +Accessibility of Passenger Vessels to Individuals With Disabilities.................     2105-AB87
1716       Use of Oxygen by Air Carrier Passengers..............................................     2105-AC29
1717       +Domestic Passenger Manifest Information.............................................     2105-AC62
1718       Electronic Filing Option in DOT Proceedings..........................................     2105-AC79
1719       Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement) and Governmentwide               2105-AD01
            Requirements for Drug-Free Workplace Grants.........................................
1720       Governmentwide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement) /Governmentwide Requirements     2105-AD07
            for Drug-Free Workplace (Financial Assistance)......................................
1721       Supplemental Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Department of              2105-AD08
            Transportation......................................................................
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                                   Office of the Secretary--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1722       Extension of Computer Reservations Systems Regulations...............................     2105-AD09
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                Transportation Security Agency--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1723       +Imposition and Collection of Passenger Civil Aviation Security Fees.................     2110-AA01
1724       +Aviation Security Infrastructure Fees...............................................     2110-AA02
1725       +Civil Aviation Security Rules.......................................................     2110-AA03
1726       +Security Programs for Aircraft Weighing 12,500 Pounds or More.......................     2110-AA04
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                                         U.S. Coast Guard--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1727       +Standards for Living Organisms in Ships' Ballast Water Discharged in U.S. Waters         2115-AG21
            (USCG-2001-10486)...................................................................
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                                      U.S. Coast Guard--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1728       Claims Procedures Under the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (CGD 91-035)...................     2115-AD90
1729       +Salvage and Marine Firefighting Requirements; Vessel Response Plans for Oil (USCG-       2115-AF60
            1998-3417)..........................................................................
1730       Deepwater Ports (USCG-1998-3884).....................................................     2115-AF63
1731       Allowing Alternative Source to Incandescent Light in Private Aids to Navigation (USCG-    2115-AF98
            2000-7466)..........................................................................
1732       +Vessel and Facility Response Plans for Oil: 2003 Removal Equipment Requirements and      2115-AG05
            Alternative Technology Revisions (USCG-2001-8661)...................................
1733       +Post Casualty Drug and Alcohol Testing (USCG-2001-8773).............................     2115-AG07
1734       +Vessel Documentation: Lease Financing for Vessels Engaged in the Coastwise Trade         2115-AG08
            (USCG-2001-8825)....................................................................
1735       Territorial Seas, Navigable Waters, Jurisdiction - Conforming Amendments (USCG-2001-      2115-AG13
            9044)...............................................................................
1736       Federal Requirements for Propeller Injury Avoidance Measures (USCG 2001-10163).......     2115-AG18
1737       Update of Rules on Aids to Navigation affecting Buoys, Sound Signals, International       2115-AG25
            Rules at Sea, Communications Procedures, and Large Navigational Buoys (USCG-2001-
            10714)..............................................................................
1738       Marine Events: Permit Procedures (USCG-2001-10713)...................................     2115-AG26
1739       Drawbridge Operations Regulations; Revisions (USCG-2001-10881).......................     2115-AG27
1740       Liferaft Servicing Intervals (USCG-2001-11118).......................................     2115-AG28
1741       Rates for Pilotage on the Great Lakes (USCG-2002-11288)..............................     2115-AG30
1742       Safety Zone for Outer Continental Shelf Facility in the Gulf of Mexico (CGD08-01-043)     2115-AG31
1743       Wearing of Personal Flotation Devices by Persons Operating or Riding on Personal          2115-AG32
            Watercraft or Being Towed Behind Recreational Vessels (USCG-2002-11421).............
1744       Protection of Naval Vessels (LANT AREA-02-001 and PAC AREA-02-001)...................     2115-AG33
1745       Notifications of Arrival and Departure in Ports or Places in the United States.......     2115-AG35
1746       +Automatic Identification System Carriage Requirement (USCG-2002-11721)..............     2115-AG36
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                                       U.S. Coast Guard--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1747       Safety/Security Zone Regulations.....................................................     2115-AA97
1748       Special Anchorage Areas/Anchorage Grounds Regulations................................     2115-AA98
1749       Reporting Marine Casualties (USCG-2000-6927).........................................     2115-AD98
1750       Handling of Explosives or Other Dangerous Cargoes Within or Contiguous to Waterfront      2115-AE22
            Facilities (USCG-1998-4302).........................................................
1751       Regatta Regulations..................................................................     2115-AE46
1752       Drawbridge Regulations...............................................................     2115-AE47
1753       +Escort Vessels in Certain U.S. Waters (CGD 91-202a).................................     2115-AE56
1754       Regulated Navigation Areas...........................................................     2115-AE84
1755       Numbering of Undocumented Barges (USCG-1998-3798)....................................     2115-AF13
1756       Licensing and Manning for Officers of Towing Vessels (USCG 1999-6224)................     2115-AF23
1757       Limited Service Domestic Voyage Load Lines for River Barges on Lake Michigan (USCG-       2115-AF38
            1998-4623)..........................................................................
1758       Outer Continental Shelf Activities (USCG-1998-3868)..................................     2115-AF39
1759       Fire-Suppression Systems and Voyage Planning for Towing Vessels (USCG 2000-6931).....     2115-AF53
1760       +Emergency Response Plans for Passenger Vessels (USCG-1998-3473).....................     2115-AF61
1761       +Improvements to Maritime Safety in Puget Sound-Area Waters (USCG-1998-4501).........     2115-AF68
1762       Safety of Uninspected Passenger Vessels Under the Passenger Vessel Safety Act of 1993     2115-AF69
            (USCG-1999-5040)....................................................................
1763       Vessel Traffic Service Lower Mississippi River (USCG-1998-4399)......................     2115-AF75
1764       Barges Carrying Bulk Liquid Hazardous Material (USCG-1999-5117)......................     2115-AF77
1765       Anchorage Ground; Safety Zone; Speed Limit; Tongass Narrows and Ketchikan, AK (CGD17-     2115-AF81
            99-002).............................................................................
1766       Training and Qualifications for Personnel on Passenger Ships (USCG 1999-5610)........     2115-AF83
1767       Alternate Hull Examination Program for Certain Passenger Vessels, and Underwater          2115-AF95
            Surveys for Passenger, Nautical School, and Sailing School Vessels (USCG-2000-6858).
1768       Cargo Securing on Vessels Operating in U.S. Waters (USCG-2000-7080)..................     2115-AF97
1769       Notification of Arrival: Addition of Charterer to Required Information (USCG-2001-        2115-AG06
            8659)...............................................................................
1770       Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) (USCG-2001-8826).............     2115-AG09
1771       +Tank Level or Pressure Monitoring Devices (USCG-2001-9046)..........................     2115-AG10
1772       Inspection and Enforcement of Coast Guard Regulations for Fixed Facilities by             2115-AG14
            Minerals Management Service (USCG-2001-9045)........................................

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1773       Revise Options for Responding to Notices of Violations (USCG-2001-9175)..............     2115-AG15
1774       Traffic Separation Scheme: In Prince William Sound, Alaska (USCG-2001-10254).........     2115-AG20
1775       Safety Zones for Outer Continental Shelf Facilities in the Gulf of Mexico (CGD08-01-      2115-AG22
            025)................................................................................
1776       Protection of Naval Vessels (LANT AREA-01-001 and PAC AREA-01-001)...................     2115-AG23
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                                       U.S. Coast Guard--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1777       +Discharge-Removal Equipment for Vessels Carrying Oil (CGD 90-068)...................     2115-AD66
1778       +Escort Vessels for Certain Tankers (CGD 91-202).....................................     2115-AE10
1779       State Access to the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund (CGD 92-014)......................     2115-AE19
1780       +Marine Transportation-Related Facility Response Plans for Hazardous Substances (USCG-    2115-AE87
            1999-5705)..........................................................................
1781       +Tank Vessel Response Plans for Hazardous Substances (USCG-1998-4354)................     2115-AE88
1782       +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).
1783       Rules of Practice, Procedure, and Evidence for Administrative Proceedings of the          2115-AF59
            Coast Guard (USCG 1998-3472)........................................................
1784       Commercial Diving Operations (USCG-1998-3786)........................................     2115-AF64
1785       +Alternate Tonnage Convention: Small Passenger Vessels...............................     2115-AG29
1786       Port Security Plans..................................................................     2115-AG37
1787       Facility Security Plan...............................................................     2115-AG38
1788       Passenger Facility Security Plan.....................................................     2115-AG39
1789       Maritime Security: Passenger Vessel Security.........................................     2115-AG40
1790       Maritime Security: High Consequence Vessels..........................................     2115-AG41
1791       Identification Credentials for Maritime Security.....................................     2115-AG42
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                                       U.S. Coast Guard--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1792       Permits for the Transportation of Municipal and Commercial Wastes (USCG-2000-7442)...     2115-AD23
1793       Propeller Injury Prevention Aboard Rental Boats (USCG-2001-10299)....................     2115-AF28
1794       Carriage of Bulk Solid Materials Requiring Special Handling (USCG-2000-6932).........     2115-AF47
1795       Implementation of the National Invasive Species Act of 1996 (USCG-1998-3423).........     2115-AF55
1796       Pollution Prevention for Oceangoing Ships and Certain Vessels in Domestic Service         2115-AF56
            (USCG-2000-7641)....................................................................
1797       Certification of Navigation Lights for Uninspected Commercial Vessels and                 2115-AF70
            Recreational Vessels (USCG 1999-6580)...............................................
1798       Vessel Documentation (USCG-1998-4784)................................................     2115-AF71
1799       Vapor Control Systems (USCG-1999-5150)...............................................     2115-AF78
1800       Mandatory Ship Reporting System off the Northeast and the Southeast Coasts of the         2115-AF82
            United States (USCG-1999-5525)......................................................
1801       Raising the Threshold of Property Damage for Reports of Accidents Involving               2115-AF87
            Recreational Vessels (USCG-1999-6094)...............................................
1802       Revision of Auxiliary Regulations (USCG-1999-6712)...................................     2115-AF94
1803       Noxious Liquid Substances, Obsolete Hazardous Materials in Bulk, and Current              2115-AF96
            Hazardous Materials in Bulk (USCG-2000-7079)........................................
1804       Wearing of Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) by Certain Children Aboard Recreational      2115-AG04
            Vessels (USCG-2000-8589)............................................................
1805       Shipboard Marine Pollution Emergency Plans for Oil and/or Noxious Liquid Substances       2115-AG16
            (USCG-2001-9174)....................................................................
1806       Alternate Compliance Program (USCG-2001-10164).......................................     2115-AG17
1807       Portable Tanks and Intermediate Bulk Containers (USCG-2001-10180)....................     2115-AG19
1808       Technical and Formal Update of Rules on Officers and Seaman of the Merchant Marine        2115-AG34
            (USCG-2002-11359)...................................................................
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                              Federal Aviation Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1809       +Improved Water Survival Equipment...................................................     2120-AC72
1810       +Retrofit of Improved Seats in Air Carrier Transport Category Airplanes..............     2120-AC84
1811       +Corrosion Control Program...........................................................     2120-AE92
1812       +National Air Tour Safety Standards..................................................     2120-AF07
1813       +Flight Crewmember Duty Period Limitations, Flight Time Limitations, and Rest             2120-AF63
            Requirements........................................................................
1814       +False and Misleading Statements Regarding Aircraft Parts............................     2120-AG08
1815       +Noise Limitations for Aircraft Operations in the Vicinity of Grand Canyon National       2120-AG34
            Park................................................................................
1816       Licensing and Safety Requirements for Launch.........................................     2120-AG37
1817       +Child Restraint Systems.............................................................     2120-AG43
1818       Revision of Air Carrier Crewmember and Training Regulations..........................     2120-AG57
1819       Training in the Recognition of Hazardous Material....................................     2120-AG75
1820       +Air Tour Operations in State of Hawaii..............................................     2120-AH02
1821       +Flight Simulation Device Qualification..............................................     2120-AH07
1822       Antidrug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Programs for Personnel Engaged in Specified        2120-AH14
            Aviation Activities.................................................................
1823       Airworthiness Directives.............................................................     2120-AH17
1824       +Certification of Pilots, Aircraft, and Repairmen for the Operation of Light Sport        2120-AH19
            Aircraft............................................................................
1825       Powered Lift Operations..............................................................     2120-AH20
1826       Refusal to Submit to an Authorized Drug Test.........................................     2120-AH23
1827       Public Address System................................................................     2120-AH30
1828       Safe, Efficient Use, and Preservation of the Navigable Airspace......................     2120-AH31
1829       Design Requirements for Pressurization and Pneumatic Systems Installed on Transport       2120-AH33
            Category Airplanes..................................................................
1830       Design Standards for Fuselage Doors on Transport Category Airplanes..................     2120-AH34
1831       Reverse Thrust and Propeller Pitch Settings Below the Flight Regime..................     2120-AH35
1832       Material Strength Properties and Design Values.......................................     2120-AH36
1833       Revisions to Various Powerplant Installation Requirements for Transport Category          2120-AH37
            Airplanes...........................................................................
1834       Trim Systems and Protective Breathing Equipment......................................     2120-AH40
1835       Revisions to Passenger Facility Charge Rule for Compensation to Air Carriers.........     2120-AH43
1836       Noise Stringency Increase for Single-Engine Propeller-Driven Small Airplanes.........     2120-AH44
1837       Airworthiness Standards for Classes B and F Cargo Compartment for Transport Category      2120-AH47
            Airplanes...........................................................................
1838       Modification of the Dimensions of the Grand Canyon National Park Special Flight Rules     2120-AH48
            Area and Flight Free Zones..........................................................
1839       Flight Restrictions in the Vicinity of Niagara Falls.................................     2120-AH57
1840       Powerplant Controls on Transport Category Airplanes, General.........................     2120-AH65
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                                Federal Aviation Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1841       Objects Affecting Navigable Airspace.................................................     2120-AA09
1842       Miscellaneous Amendments.............................................................     2120-AA50
1843       IFR Altitudes; Miscellaneous Amendments..............................................     2120-AA63
1844       Airworthiness Directives.............................................................     2120-AA64
1845       Standard Instrument Approach Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments....................     2120-AA65
1846       Airspace Actions.....................................................................     2120-AA66
1847       Aircraft Engines: Fuel and Induction Systems.........................................     2120-AB76
1848       1-G Stalling Speed as a Basis for Aircraft Parts.....................................     2120-AD40
1849       +Revision of Part 108, Aircraft Operator Security....................................     2120-AD45
1850       +Revision of Part 107, Airport Security..............................................     2120-AD46
1851       +Aging Aircraft Safety...............................................................     2120-AE42
1852       Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon System and Mode S Transponder Requirements in the        2120-AE81
            National Airspace System............................................................
1853       Flight Attendant English Language Proficiency........................................     2120-AE98
1854       +Revised Access to Type III Exits....................................................     2120-AF01
1855       Los Angeles, CA, Class B Airspace....................................................     2120-AF16
1856       +Revision of Emergency Evacuation Demonstration Procedures To Improve Participant         2120-AF21
            Safety..............................................................................
1857       +Overflights of Units of the National Park System....................................     2120-AF46
1858       Revised Precision Approach Landing Systems Policy....................................     2120-AG16

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1859       +Screening of Checked Baggage on Flights Within the United States....................     2120-AG51
1860       +Policy Regarding Airport Rates and Charges..........................................     2120-AG58
1861       Revision of Braking Systems Airworthiness Standards to Harmonize With European            2120-AG80
            Airworthiness Standards for Transport Category Airplanes............................
1862       +Certification of Screening Companies................................................     2120-AG84
1863       +Revisions to Digital Flight Data Recorder Regulations for B-737 Airplanes and for        2120-AG87
            Part 125 Operators..................................................................
1864       +Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance Systems.......................................     2120-AG90
1865       +Improved Flammability Standards for Thermal/Acoustic Insulation Materials Used in        2120-AG91
            Transport Category Airplanes........................................................
1866       Fire Protection of Electrical System Components on Transport Category Airplanes......     2120-AG92
1867       +Certification Procedures for Products and Parts (Section 610 Review)................     2120-AG93
1868       +Certification of Airports...........................................................     2120-AG96
1869       Special Flight Rules in the Vicinity of Grand Canyon National Park...................     2120-AG97
1870       Noise Certification Standards for Subsonic Jet Airplanes and Subsonic Transport           2120-AH03
            Category Large Airplanes............................................................
1871       +Fractional Ownership................................................................     2120-AH06
1872       Noise Certification Regulations for Helicopters......................................     2120-AH10
1873       Alcohol and Antidrug Misuse Prevention Program for Personnel Engaged in Specified         2120-AH15
            Aviation Activities.................................................................
1874       Revision to Airspeed Indicating System Requirements for Transport Category Airplanes.     2120-AH26
1875       Electrical Installation, Nickel Cadmium Battery Installation, and Nickel Cadmium          2120-AH27
            Battery Storage.....................................................................
1876       Design and Installation of Electronic Equipment on Transport Category Airplanes......     2120-AH28
1877       Electrical Cables....................................................................     2120-AH29
1878       Lower Deck Service Compartments on Transport Category Airplanes......................     2120-AH38
1879       Transition to an All Stage 3 Fleet Operating in the 48 Contiguous United States and       2120-AH41
            the District of Columbia............................................................
1880       Harmonization of Noise Certification Standards for Propeller-Driven Small Airplanes..     2120-AH42
1881       DFDR Resolutions Requirements........................................................     2120-AH46
1882       +Criminal History Background Checks..................................................     2120-AH53
1883       Enduring Freedom Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR)..........................     2120-AH58
1884       +Screeners, Qualifications, Training, and Testing....................................     2120-AH59
1885       Procedures for Reimbursement of Airports, On-Airport Parking Lots and Vendors of On-      2120-AH60
            Airfield Direct Services to Air Carriers for Security Mandates......................
1886       +Enhanced Security Procedures for Operations at Certain Airports.....................     2120-AH62
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                               Federal Aviation Administration--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1887       +Fuel System Vent Fire Protection....................................................     2120-AA49
1888       Low Fuel Quantity Alerting System....................................................     2120-AB46
1889       Installation of Crashworthy Fuselage Fuel Tanks and Fuel Lines.......................     2120-AC87
1890       +Drug Enforcement Assistance.........................................................     2120-AD16
1891       Airplane Engine Cowling Retention....................................................     2120-AD34
1892       Type Certificates for Some Surplus Aircraft of the Armed Forces......................     2120-AE41
1893       +Aircraft Ground Deicing and Anti-Icing Program......................................     2120-AE70
1894       Civil Penalty Assessment Procedures..................................................     2120-AE84
1895       +Training and Checking in Ground Icing Conditions....................................     2120-AF09
1896       Miscellaneous Cabin Safety Changes...................................................     2120-AF77
1897       Bird Strike..........................................................................     2120-AF80
1898       +Security Programs of Foreign Air Carriers and Foreign Operators of U.S. Registered       2120-AG13
            Air Carriers Engaged in Common Carriage.............................................
1899       +Prohibition of the Transportation of Devices Designed as Chemical Generators as          2120-AG35
            Cargo in Aircraft...................................................................
1900       +Revised Standards for Cargo or Baggage Compartments in Transport Category Airplanes.     2120-AG42
1901       Miscellaneous Flight Requirements....................................................     2120-AH39
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                               Federal Aviation Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1902       +Flight Operational Quality Assurance Program........................................     2120-AF04
1903       Safe Disposition of Life Limited Aircraft Parts......................................     2120-AH11
1904       Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum in the West Atlantic Route System Airspace.......     2120-AH12
1905       Civil Penalty Inflation Adjustment Revisions.........................................     2120-AH21
1906       Security Control of Air Traffic......................................................     2120-AH25
1907       Temporary Extension of Time Allowed for Certain Training and Testing.................     2120-AH51
1908       +Flightcrew Compartment Access and Door Designs......................................     2120-AH52
1909       +Flight Crew Door Designs Access.....................................................     2120-AH54
1910       +Flight Crews Compartment Access and Door Design.....................................     2120-AH55
1911       +Security Considerations in the Design of the Flightdeck on Transport Category            2120-AH56
            Airplanes...........................................................................
1912       +Airspace and Flight Operations Requirements for the 2002 Winter Olympic Games at         2120-AH61
            Salt Lake City, UT..................................................................
1913       Removal of the Prohibition Against Certain Flights Within the Territory and Airspace      2120-AH64
            of Afghanistan......................................................................
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                                  Federal Highway Administration--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1914       Work Zone Mobility and Safety........................................................     2125-AE29
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                               Federal Highway Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1915       Certification of Size and Weight Enforcement.........................................     2125-AC60
1916       Advanced Construction of Federal Aid Projects........................................     2125-AD59
1917       +Federal Lands Highway Program; Management Systems Pertaining to the National Park        2125-AE52
            Service, Including the Park Roads and Parkways Program..............................
1918       +Federal Lands Highway Program; Management Systems Pertaining to the Bureau of Indian     2125-AE53
            Affairs, Including the Indian Reservations Road Program.............................
1919       +Federal Lands Highway Program; Management Systems Pertaining to the Fish and             2125-AE54
            Wildlife Service, Including the Refuge Roads Program................................
1920       +Federal Lands Highway Program; Management Systems Pertaining to the Forest Service,      2125-AE55
            Including the Forest Highways Program...............................................
1921       Revision of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices; Traffic Control Devices on     2125-AE78
            Federal-Aid and Other Streets and Highways; Standards...............................
1922       +Railroad-Highway Crossing Projects..................................................     2125-AE81
1923       Landscape Development................................................................     2125-AE85
1924       +National Bridge Inspection Standards................................................     2125-AE86
1925       Commercial Vehicle Width Exclusive Devices...........................................     2125-AE90
1926       Debt Financing.......................................................................     2125-AE91
1927       Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices............................................     2125-AE93
1928       +Designation of Dromedary Equipped Truck Tractor-Semitrailers as Specialized              2125-AE94
            Equipment...........................................................................
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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1929       Federal-Aid Highway Systems..........................................................     2125-AD74
1930       Railroad Highway Projects............................................................     2125-AD86
1931       Administration of Engineering and Design Related Services Contracts..................     2125-AE45

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1932       Standards for Dedicated Short Range Communications (DSRC) Applications for Use by         2125-AE63
            Commercial Vehicles in Intelligent Transportation Systems Projects..................
1933       Revision of Color Specifications for Signs and Pavement Marking Retroreflective           2125-AE67
            Materials...........................................................................
1934       +Design-Build Contracting............................................................     2125-AE79
1935       National Standards for Traffic Control Devices; Manual on Uniform Traffic Control         2125-AE83
            Devices; Accessible Pedestrian Signals..............................................
1936       Planning and Research Program Administration.........................................     2125-AE84
1937       Discretionary Bridge Candidate Rating Factor.........................................     2125-AE88
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                                Federal Highway Administration--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1938       Indian Reservation Road Bridge Program...............................................     2125-AE57
1939       +Statewide and Metropolitan Planning.................................................     2125-AE62
1940       +NEPA and Related Procedures for Transportation Decisionmaking; Protection of Public      2125-AE64
            Parks, Wildlife and Waterfowl Refuges and Historic Sites............................
1941       Revisions to Highway Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program...................     2125-AE75
1942       Planning Assistance and Standards....................................................     2125-AE92
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                                Federal Highway Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1943       Truck Length and Width Exclusive Devices.............................................     2125-AC30
1944       Highway Beautification...............................................................     2125-AD24
1945       National Standards for Traffic Control Devices; MUTCD; Minimum Retroreflectivity          2125-AE39
            Requirements for Traffic Signs......................................................
1946       Engineering Services.................................................................     2125-AE73
1947       Procedures for Abatement of Highway Traffic Noise and Construction Noise.............     2125-AE80
1948       Right-of-Way.........................................................................     2125-AE82
1949       Design Standards for Highways........................................................     2125-AE89
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                        Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1950       +Qualification of Drivers; Vision....................................................     2126-AA05
1951       +Commercial Driver Physical Fitness as Part of the CDL Process.......................     2126-AA10
1952       Safety Performance History of New Drivers............................................     2126-AA17
1953       +Unified Registration System.........................................................     2126-AA22
1954       Safety Fitness Procedures............................................................     2126-AA37
1955       Rules of Practice for Administrative Proceedings.....................................     2126-AA63
1956       Posting of Employee Protections Information..........................................     2126-AA68
1957       +Certification of Compliance With Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).....     2126-AA69
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                          Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1958       +Railroad-Highway Grade Crossing Safety..............................................     2126-AA18
1959       +Hours of Service of Drivers; Driver Rest and Sleep for Safe Operations (Rulemaking       2126-AA23
            Resulting From a Section 610 Review)................................................
1960       Development of a North American Standard for Protection Against Shifting and Falling      2126-AA27
            Cargo...............................................................................
1961       Transportation of Household Goods; Consumer Protection Regulations (Rulemaking            2126-AA32
            Resulting From a Section 610 Review)................................................
1962       +Application by Certain Mexico-Domiciled Motor Carriers To Operate Beyond U.S.            2126-AA34
            Municipalities and Commercial Zones on the U.S.-Mexico Border.......................
1963       +Safety Monitoring System and Compliance Initiative for Mexico-Domiciled Motor            2126-AA35
            Carriers Operating in the United States.............................................
1964       Out-of-Service Criteria..............................................................     2126-AA36
1965       Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Waivers, Exemptions, and Pilot Programs;        2126-AA41
            Rules and Procedures................................................................
1966       Brake Performance Requirements for CMVs Inspected by Performance-Based Brake Testers.     2126-AA46
1967       +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Safety Requirements for Operators of Small     2126-AA52
            Passenger-Carrying Commercial Motor Vehicles Used in Interstate Commerce............
1968       Commercial Driver's License Standards; Requirements and Penalties; Noncommercial          2126-AA55
            Motor Vehicle Violations............................................................
1969       +New Entrant Safety Assurance Process................................................     2126-AA59
1970       Commercial Driver's License Standards; Requirements and Penalties; Commercial             2126-AA60
            Driver's License Program Improvements...............................................
1971       Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; General Amendments...............     2126-AA61
1972       +Certification of Safety Auditors, Safety Investigators, and Safety Inspectors.......     2126-AA64
1973       +Limitations on Issuance of Commercial Drivers' Licenses With a Hazardous Materials       2126-AA70
            Endorsement.........................................................................
1974       Penalties, Inspection, and Decal Display Requirements for Mexico-Domiciled Motor          2126-AA72
            Carriers............................................................................
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                         Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1975       +Commercial Driver's License Standards; Biometric Identifier.........................     2126-AA01
1976       Commercial Learner Permits...........................................................     2126-AA03
1977       +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; General Transportation of Hazardous            2126-AA07
            Materials...........................................................................
1978       +Minimum Training Requirements for Operators and Training Instructors of Multiple         2126-AA08
            Trailer Combination Vehicles........................................................
1979       +Training for Entry-Level Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles.......................     2126-AA09
1980       Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Sleeper Berths on Motor Coaches..     2126-AA12
1981       Rules of Practice for Motor Carrier Proceedings; Investigations; Disqualifications        2126-AA15
            and Penalties.......................................................................
1982       Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Television Receivers and Data         2126-AA19
            Display Units.......................................................................
1983       Electronic Filing of Surety Bonds, Trust Fund Agreements, Insurance Certificates;         2126-AA24
            Cancellations.......................................................................
1984       General Jurisdiction Over Freight Forwarder Service..................................     2126-AA25
1985       +English Language Requirement; Qualifications of Drivers.............................     2126-AA31
1986       +General Requirements; Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance; Intermodal Container          2126-AA38
            Chassis and Trailers................................................................
1987       +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Zero-Base Revision........................     2126-AA39
1988       +Post-Accident Controlled Substances and Alcohol Test Results; Reporting Requirements     2126-AA50
            for the Fatality Analysis Reporting System..........................................
1989       +Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; Interstate School Bus Safety..............     2126-AA53
1990       Security and Hazardous Materials Requirements........................................     2126-AA71
1991       +Hazardous Materials Tire Checks.....................................................     2126-AA74
1992       +Hazardous Material Route Plans......................................................     2126-AA75
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                         Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1993       +Revision of Regulations and Application Form for Mexico-Domiciled Motor Carriers To      2126-AA33
            Operate in U.S. Municipalities and Commercial Zones on the U.S.-Mexico Border.......
1994       Motor Carrier Identification Report..................................................     2126-AA57
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                          National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1995       Review: Odometer Fraud...............................................................     2127-AF53
1996       Review: American Automobile Labeling Act.............................................     2127-AG18
1997       Review: Heavy Truck Conspicuity......................................................     2127-AG19
1998       Motorcycle Mounted Reflex Reflector Height...........................................     2127-AG92
1999       Child Restraints for Older Children..................................................     2127-AH14
2000       Ejection Mitigation Using Advanced Glazing...........................................     2127-AH50
2001       Review: Head Restraints for Light Trucks.............................................     2127-AH98
2002       Adaptation of Instrumented Lower Legs for Hybrid III Male and Female Adult Dummies...     2127-AI39
2003       Retroactive Certification (Policy Statement).........................................     2127-AI59
2004       Event Data Recorders.................................................................     2127-AI72
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                       National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2005       Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts.....................................     2127-AB79
2006       Seating Systems Performance..........................................................     2127-AD08
2007       Certification Requirements of Multistage Vehicles....................................     2127-AE27
2008       Convex Cross-View Mirrors............................................................     2127-AG41
2009       Upgrade Roof Crashworthiness.........................................................     2127-AG51
2010       Hybrid III 95th Percentile Male......................................................     2127-AG79
2011       Buy American Requirements............................................................     2127-AG99
2012       Political Subdivision Participation in State Highway Safety Programs and State            2127-AH00
            Highway Safety Agency...............................................................
2013       Definition of Community Transportation Vehicles......................................     2127-AH23
2014       Metric Conversion--Phase III.........................................................     2127-AH27
2015       Upgrade Door Retention Performance...................................................     2127-AH34
2016       Administrative Rewrite of the Lighting Requirements Other Than Headlamps.............     2127-AH37
2017       Exemption for Inconsequential Defect or Noncompliance................................     2127-AH58
2018       Compliance and Enforcement...........................................................     2127-AH63
2019       Accelerator Control Systems..........................................................     2127-AH71
2020       +Frontal Offset Protection...........................................................     2127-AH73
2021       Special Purpose Vehicles.............................................................     2127-AH75
2022       Brake Hoses..........................................................................     2127-AH79
2023       Low-Speed Vehicle Performance Requirements...........................................     2127-AH80
2024       Headlamp Glare.......................................................................     2127-AH81
2025       Stowable or Fold-Away Child Restraint Anchorages.....................................     2127-AH85
2026       Defect Reporting and Notification....................................................     2127-AH89
2027       Motorcycle Headlamp System...........................................................     2127-AH92
2028       Improve Motorcycle Helmet Head Protection............................................     2127-AI03
2029       Label Placement on Rear Impact Guards................................................     2127-AI04
2030       Reorganize and Harmonize Controls and Displays.......................................     2127-AI09
2031       Confidential Business Information....................................................     2127-AI13
2032       +Improving the Safety of Child Restraints............................................     2127-AI34
2033       Seat Belt Fit........................................................................     2127-AI36
2034       Seat Belt Emergency Locking Retractor................................................     2127-AI38
2035       Voluntarily Installed Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages..................................     2127-AI40

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2036       Idle Stop Technology Used in Some Hybrid Electric Vehicles...........................     2127-AI43
2037       +Operation of Motor Vehicles by Intoxicated Persons..................................     2127-AI44
2038       Procedures for Participating In and Receiving Data From the National Driver               2127-AI45
            Registration Problem Driver Pointer System..........................................
2039       Expanding the Auto Parts Marking Requirement.........................................     2127-AI46
2040       Parking Brakes for Non-School Bus Vehicles...........................................     2127-AI47
2041       Cargo Carrying Capacity..............................................................     2127-AI50
2042       Convex Mirrors for Commercial Trucks.................................................     2127-AI52
2043       Enhance Passenger-Side Mirror System.................................................     2127-AI53
2044       Horizontal Discharge Trailers........................................................     2127-AI56
2045       Heavier Hybrid III Type 6-Year-Old Size Test Dummy...................................     2127-AI58
2046       Record Retention of Retroactively Certified Vehicles.................................     2127-AI60
2047       Daytime Running Lamps Voltage and Conspicuity........................................     2127-AI62
2048       Allow Roll-bar During Brake Testing..................................................     2127-AI63
2049       Importation of Commercial Motor Vehicles.............................................     2127-AI64
2050       Child Restraint System Webbing Strength..............................................     2127-AI66
2051       Motorcycle Handlebar Lever...........................................................     2127-AI67
2052       +Light Truck Average Fuel Economy Standard, Model Years 2005-2010....................     2127-AI70
2053       Static Out-of-Position Test Requirements at S23 Using 6-Year-Old Dummy...............     2127-AI71
2054       Insurer Reporting Requirements/List of Insurers Required To File Reports for October      2127-AI73
            2002................................................................................
2055       Theft Data for Calendar Year 2000....................................................     2127-AI75
2056       GM Petition on Amending FMVSS No. 301 and FMVSS Nos. 208, 212, 219, 303, and 305.....     2127-AI76
2057       Schedule of Fees Authorized by 49 U.S.C. 30141.......................................     2127-AI77
2058       Exemption for Inconsequential Defect or Noncompliance................................     2127-AI78
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                        National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2059       Brake Lining.........................................................................     2127-AC66
2060       +Platform Lift Systems...............................................................     2127-AD50
2061       Radiator Safety Cap..................................................................     2127-AE59
2062       Upgrade Fuel Integrity Performance Requirements......................................     2127-AF36
2063       Alternative Geometric Visibility Requirements for Lamps..............................     2127-AF75
2064       Power-Operated Windows: Roof Panels..................................................     2127-AF83
2065       Door Latch Exemption for Vehicles Equipped With Wheelchair Lifts and Ramps...........     2127-AG16
2066       Dealer Notification of Defect or Noncompliance Determination.........................     2127-AG27
2067       Power Window Safety Switches.........................................................     2127-AG36
2068       Seat Belt Positioning Devices........................................................     2127-AG49
2069       Glare Reduction From Daytime Running Lamps...........................................     2127-AG86
2070       Administrative Rewrite for Headlamp Requirements.....................................     2127-AG87
2071       Signal Lamps Used With Light Emitting Diodes.........................................     2127-AG88
2072       +Allocation of Fuel Economy Credits..................................................     2127-AG97
2073       Placement of Wheelchair Restraints on Buses..........................................     2127-AH03
2074       Incorporate the 1996 Revision of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)....     2127-AH08
2075       +Harmonization of Head Restraints....................................................     2127-AH09
2076       Heavy Vehicle Antilock Brake System (ABS) Performance Requirement....................     2127-AH16
2077       Upper Interior Impact................................................................     2127-AH61
2078       Registered Importers of Vehicles Not Originally Manufactured To Conform With the          2127-AH67
            Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards..............................................
2079       Vehicles With Raised Roofs...........................................................     2127-AH74
2080       Clarify Test Procedures for Brake Fluids.............................................     2127-AH96
2081       Guidelines for States on Enforcement of Light Transmission...........................     2127-AH97
2082       Child Restraint Anchorage Systems--Part 2............................................     2127-AH99
2083       Hybrid III Type 6-Year-Old Size Test Dummy...........................................     2127-AI00
2084       Fifth Percentile Female Test Dummy...................................................     2127-AI01

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2085       Moving Barrier Tire Specification....................................................     2127-AI05
2086       Early Warning Defect Reporting Requirements..........................................     2127-AI25
2087       Defects in Foreign Countries.........................................................     2127-AI26
2088       Acceleration of Manufacturer Remedy Program..........................................     2127-AI27
2089       Reimbursement Prior to Recall........................................................     2127-AI28
2090       Disposition of Replaced Tires........................................................     2127-AI29
2091       Prohibition of Sale or Lease of Equipment............................................     2127-AI30
2092       Improve Tire Safety Information......................................................     2127-AI32
2093       +Automotive Fuel Economy Manufacturing Incentive for Alternative Fuel Vehicles.......     2127-AI41
2094       Trailer Test Rig.....................................................................     2127-AI48
2095       Compliance for Multistage Manufacturers and Alterers.................................     2127-AI49
2096       +Improved Tire Safety................................................................     2127-AI54
2097       Child Safety Information Labels......................................................     2127-AI55
2098       List of Nonconforming Vehicles Eligible for Importation..............................     2127-AI61
2099       Child Restraint Safety Rating........................................................     2127-AI65
2100       Modified Front-Opening Hood Requirements.............................................     2127-AI69
2101       High-Theft Lines for Model Year 2002.................................................     2127-AI74
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                        National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2102       +Crashworthiness Ratings.............................................................     2127-AA03
2103       +Flammability of Interior Materials--School Buses....................................     2127-AA44
2104       +Review: Side Impact Protection......................................................     2127-AF54
2105       Review: Child Safety Seat Registration...............................................     2127-AG93
2106       Review: Air Bag On-Off Switches......................................................     2127-AH12
2107       Review: Redesigned Air Bags..........................................................     2127-AH13
2108       Use of Universal Child Seats in Aircraft.............................................     2127-AH56
2109       Review: Antilock Brake Systems for Heavy Trucks......................................     2127-AI14
2110       Review: Rear Impact Guards for Truck Trailers........................................     2127-AI15
2111       +Tire Pressure Monitoring System.....................................................     2127-AI33
2112       Civil Penalties......................................................................     2127-AI42
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                        National Highway Traffic Safety Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2113       Truck Air Braking Requirements.......................................................     2127-AH11
2114       School Bus Body Joint Strength.......................................................     2127-AH84
2115       Hybrid III Type 3-Year-Old Size Test Dummy...........................................     2127-AI02
2116       +Advanced Air Bags...................................................................     2127-AI10
2117       Record Retention (Amendment).........................................................     2127-AI31
2118       Electrical Vehicle Safety............................................................     2127-AI57
2119       +Light Truck Average Fuel Economy Standard, Model Year 2004..........................     2127-AI68
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                              Federal Railroad Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2120       Locomotive Crashworthiness...........................................................     2130-AB23
2121       Locomotive Event Recorders...........................................................     2130-AB34
2122       Revision to Railroad Safety Enforcement Procedures...................................     2130-AB35
2123       Rules of Practice....................................................................     2130-AB36
2124       Railroad Car Conspicuity.............................................................     2130-AB41
2125       Revision to the Accident/Incident Reporting Regulations and Guide....................     2130-AB51
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                                Federal Railroad Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2126       Local Rail Freight Assistance to States..............................................     2130-AA60
2127       +Whistle Bans at Highway-Rail Grade Crossings........................................     2130-AA71
2128       +Standards for Development and Use of Processor-Based Signal and Train Control            2130-AA94
            Systems.............................................................................
2129       Small Railroads; Policy Statement on Enforcement Program.............................     2130-AB15
2130       +Regulations on Safety Integration Plans Governing Railroad Consolidations, Mergers,      2130-AB24
            Acquisitions of Control and Start-Up Operations.....................................
2131       Roadway Maintenance Machines.........................................................     2130-AB28
2132       Annual Adjustment of Monetary Threshold for Reporting Rail Equipment Accidents/           2130-AB30
            Incidents...........................................................................
2133       Determination of Minimum Testing Rate for Random Drug and Alcohol Testing............     2130-AB31
2134       +Locational Requirement for Dispatching of United States Rail Operations.............     2130-AB38
2135       Passenger Equipment Safety Standards.................................................     2130-AB48
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                               Federal Railroad Administration--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2136       Blue Signal and Related Protections..................................................     2130-AA90
2137       Crane Safety Standards...............................................................     2130-AB27
2138       +Application of Random Testing and Other Alcohol and Drug Regulations to Employees of     2130-AB39
            Foreign Railroads...................................................................
2139       +Minimum Standards for Temperature in the Locomotive Cab.............................     2130-AB46
2140       Improvements to the System for Reporting Train Accidents.............................     2130-AB50
2141       Automatic Train Control (ATC) and Advanced Civil Speed Enforcement System (ACSES);        2130-AB55
            Northeast Corridor (NEC) Railroads..................................................
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                               Federal Railroad Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2142       Freight Car Safety Standards: Maintenance-of-Way Equipment...........................     2130-AA68
2143       Locomotive Cab Working Conditions....................................................     2130-AA89
2144       Bridge Worker Safety Standards.......................................................     2130-AB25
2145       Brake System Safety Standards for Freight and Other Non-Passenger Trains and              2130-AB52
            Equipment; End-of-Train Devices.....................................................
2146       Alcohol/Drug Regulations: Temporary Post-Accident Blood Testing Procedures...........     2130-AB54
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                                Federal Transit Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2147       +Clean Fuels Formula Grant Program...................................................     2132-AA64
2148       State Safety Oversight; Rail Fixed Guideway Systems..................................     2132-AA69
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                                Federal Transit Administration--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2149       +Bus Testing.........................................................................     2132-AA30
2150       +NEPA and Related Procedures for Transportation Decisionmaking; Protection of Public      2132-AA43
            Works, Wildlife and Waterfowl Refuges and Historic Sites............................
2151       Buy America Requirements; Amendment to Certification Procedures......................     2132-AA62
2152       +Statewide Metropolitan Planning.....................................................     2132-AA66
2153       School Bus Operations................................................................     2132-AA67
2154       Buy America Requirements; Permanent Waiver for Microcomputers........................     2132-AA68
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                                Federal Transit Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2155       +Requirement for Third-Party Contracting With FTA Recipients.........................     2132-AA70
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                        Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2156       Seaway Regulations and Rules: Ballast Water..........................................     2135-AA13
2157       Seaway Tariff of Tolls...............................................................     2135-AA14
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                           Research and Special Programs Administration--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2158       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
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2159       Pipeline Safety: Gas Gathering Line Definition.......................................     2137-AB15
2160       Hazardous Materials: Requirements for Cargo Tanks....................................     2137-AC90
2161       Pipeline Safety: Further Regulatory Review; Gas Pipeline Safety Standards............     2137-AD01
2162       +Pipeline Safety: Recommendations To Change Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety              2137-AD10
            Standards...........................................................................
2163       Hazardous Materials: Hazard Communication Requirements--Petitions for Rulemaking and      2137-AD28
            Miscellaneous Amendments............................................................
2164       Hazardous Materials: Air Carrier Emergency Telephone Number Requirements.............     2137-AD29

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2165       +Hazardous Materials: Safety Requirements for External Product Piping on Cargo Tanks      2137-AD36
            Transporting Flammable Liquids......................................................
2166       Hazardous Materials: Adoption of Latest IAEA and Other Miscellaneous Revisions and        2137-AD40
            Clarifications......................................................................
2167       Pipeline Safety: Producer-Operated Outer Continental Shelf Gas and Hazardous Liquid       2137-AD42
            Pipelines That Cross Directly Into State Waters.....................................
2168       Hazardous Materials: Miscellaneous Amendments for Unloading IM Portable Tanks on a        2137-AD44
            Transport Vehicle - Petition for Rulemaking.........................................
2169       Hazardous Materials: Transportation of Lithium Batteries.............................     2137-AD48
2170       Pipeline Safety: Pipeline Integrity Management in High Consequence Areas (Gas             2137-AD54
            Transmission Pipeline Operators)....................................................
2171       Hazardous Materials: Frangible Discs on Tank Cars....................................     2137-AD57
2172       Pipeline Safety: Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Operator Annual Reports...................     2137-AD59
2173       Hazardous Materials: Harmonization With the United Nations Recommendations,               2137-AD66
            International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code, and International Civil Aviation
            Organization Technical Instructions.................................................
2174       Hazardous Materials: Security Requirements for Offerors and Transporters of Hazardous     2137-AD67
            Materials...........................................................................
2175       Pipeline Safety: Annual Update of Standards Incorporated by Reference................     2137-AD68
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                         Research and Special Programs Administration--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2176       +Hazardous Materials: Requirements for Cylinders.....................................     2137-AA92
2177       DOT 3AL Aluminum Cylinders; Safety Problems..........................................     2137-AB51
2178       +Pipeline Safety: Response Plans for Onshore Oil Pipelines...........................     2137-AC30
2179       Hazardous Materials: Retention of Shipping Papers....................................     2137-AC64
2180       Hazardous Materials: Revisions to Standards for Infectious Substances and Genetically     2137-AD13
            Modified Microorganisms.............................................................
2181       Hazardous Materials: Revised and Clarified Hazardous Materials Safety Rulemaking and      2137-AD20
            Program Procedures..................................................................
2182       Hazardous Materials: Revisions to Incident Reporting Requirements and Detailed            2137-AD21
            Hazardous Materials Incident Report DOT Form........................................
2183       Pipeline Safety: Periodic Updates to Pipeline Safety Requirements (1999).............     2137-AD35
2184       Harmonization With United Nations Recommendations, International Maritime Dangerous       2137-AD41
            Goods Code, and International Civil Aviation Organization's Technical Instructions..
2185       Revisions; Definition of Administrator...............................................     2137-AD43
2186       Hazardous Materials: Revision of the Requirements for Hazardous Waste Manifests......     2137-AD50
2187       Hazardous Materials: Reduction of Registration Fees..................................     2137-AD53
2188       Hazardous Materials: Requirements for Maintenance, Requalification, and Repair of DOT     2137-AD58
            Specification Cylinders.............................................................
2189       Pipeline Safety: High Consequence Areas for Gas Transmission Operators...............     2137-AD64
2190       Hazardous Materials: Hazardous Substances - Additions, Revisions and Deletions.......     2137-AD65
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                         Research and Special Programs Administration--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2191       Pipeline Safety: Passage of Internal Inspection Devices..............................     2137-AB71
2192       +Safeguarding Food From Contamination During Transportation..........................     2137-AC00
2193       Pipeline Safety: Periodic Underwater Inspections.....................................     2137-AC54
2194       +Applicability of the Hazardous Materials Regulations to Loading, Unloading, and          2137-AC68
            Storage.............................................................................
2195       Pipeline Safety: Enforcement Procedures..............................................     2137-AD22
2196       Pipeline Safety: Pressure Testing Older Pipelines in Terminals.......................     2137-AD26
2197       +Hazardous Materials Safety: Transportation of Oxygen Cylinders and Oxygen Generators     2137-AD33
            Aboard Aircraft.....................................................................
2198       Hazardous Materials: Cargo Tank Rollover Requirements................................     2137-AD34
2199       Pipeline Safety: Pipeline Integrity Management in High Consequence Areas (Hazardous       2137-AD49
            Liquid Operators With Less Than 500 Miles of Pipeline)..............................

[[Page 33396]]


2200       Pipeline Safety: Integrity Management Communication..................................     2137-AD62
2201       Pipeline Safety: Controlling Corrosion on Gas Pipelines..............................     2137-AD63
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                         Research and Special Programs Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2202       Quantity Limitations Aboard Aircraft.................................................     2137-AA85
2203       +Maps and Records of Pipeline Locations and Characteristics; Notification of State        2137-AB48
            Agencies; Pipe Inventory............................................................
2204       Filling of Propane Cylinders.........................................................     2137-AC86
2205       Pipeline Safety: Controlling Corrosion on Hazardous Liquid and Carbon Dioxide             2137-AD24
            Pipelines...........................................................................
2206       Hazardous Materials: Revised and Clarified Hazardous Materials Exemptions Procedures.     2137-AD30
2207       Hazardous Materials: Limited Extension of Requirements for Labeling Certain Shipments     2137-AD37
            of Materials Poisonous by Inhalation (PIH)..........................................
2208       Pipeline Safety: Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Accident Reporting Revisions..............     2137-AD56
2209       Hazardous Materials Regulations: Editorial Corrections and Clarifications............     2137-AD60
2210       Pipeline Safety: Pipeline Integrity Management in High Consequence Areas (Repair          2137-AD61
            Criteria)...........................................................................
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                                  Maritime Administration--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2211       +Cargo Preference Regulations--Carriage of Agricultural Exports......................     2133-AB37
2212       Requirements To Document U.S.-Flag Fishing Industry Vessels of 100 Feet or Greater in     2133-AB46
            Registered Length and To Hold Preferred Mortgage on Such Vessels....................
2213       Amendment of MARAD's Regulations Establishing and Administering Deposit Funds             2133-AB47
            Authorized by Section 1109 of Merchant Marine Act, 1936, as Amended.................
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                                   Maritime Administration--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2214       Eligibility of U.S.-Flag Vessels of 100 Feet or Greater in Registered Length To           2133-AB45
            Obtain Fishery Endorsement to Vessel's Documentation................................
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                               Bureau of Transportation Statistics--Prerule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2215       Modernizing the Passenger Origin-Destination Survey..................................     2139-AA01
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                              Bureau of Transportation Statistics--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2216       Amendment to Definitions of Revenue and Nonrevenue Passengers........................     2139-AA07

[[Page 33397]]


2217       Air Carrier Traffic and Capacity Data by Nonstop Segment and On-Flight Market........     2139-AA08
2218       +Amendment to Part 234 To Collect Causal Information for Airline Delays and               2139-AA09
            Cancellations.......................................................................
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_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Office of the Secretary (OST)



_______________________________________________________________________




1682. +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; 14 CFR 399

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 in 
response to greater use of the Internet in airline reservations and 
ticketing and changes in the industry. The Department is also reviewing 
its policies on the requirements for advertising fares by airline 
travel agencies that charge fees for brokering airline tickets. 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
SANPRM Comment Period End       09/22/00
SANPRM Reply Comment Period End 10/23/00
NPRM                            09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The extensions for the existing rule are under 
RINs 2105-AC75 and 2105-AD00 and AD09.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1683. +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                            11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

[[Page 33398]]

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1684. 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                            12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1685. REPORTING REQUIREMENT FOR AIR CARRIERS REGARDING DISABILITY-
RELATED COMPLAINTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41702; 49 USC 41705

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 382

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, Implementation of Plan Required by PL 
106-181, sec 707.

Abstract: The Office of the Secretary will propose in the NPRM a 
reporting requirement for air carriers to periodically file information 
with DOT regarding disability-related complaints they receive. The NPRM 
will include detailed categories for the reporting which will be of use 
to DOT, disabled air travelers, and Congress. DOT will report to 
Congress each year, on the results of the review, as required by the 
Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21st 
century.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/14/02                     67 FR 6892
NPRM Comment Period End         04/15/02
Final Action                    09/00/02

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 4116/C-70, 400 7th Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9342
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Fax: 202 366-7152
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AD04
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Office of the Secretary (OST)



_______________________________________________________________________




1686. +DIRECT AIR CARRIER RESPONSIBILITY FOR RETURNING STRANDED CHARTER 
PASSENGERS

Priority: Other Significant

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                 12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1687. 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 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.

[[Page 33399]]

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                 09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1688. 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                    09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1689. 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                 09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1690. 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                 09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1691. 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 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.

[[Page 33400]]

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                 09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1692. 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                 09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1693. +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                 09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1694. +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                 09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1695. +TRANSPORTATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES (ACCESSIBILITY 
GUIDELINES)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552a

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 27; 49 CFR 37

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the rules implementing the Americans 
with Disabilities Act by adopting the revised

[[Page 33401]]

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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/20/94                    59 FR 31818
NPRM Comment Period End         08/19/94
To Be Withdrawn                 09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1696. 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                    12/00/02

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: 202 366-4723
Fax: 202 366-9313

RIN: 2105-AC11
_______________________________________________________________________




1697. 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                    12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1698. 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                    09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1699. 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

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

[[Page 33402]]

NPRM Comment Period End         07/08/96
To Be Withdrawn                 09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1700. 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 of 
aircraft by individuals with disabilities. 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                      12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1701. +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                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1702. +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                    12/00/02

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 4116/C-70, 400 7th Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9342
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Fax: 202 366-7152
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

[[Page 33403]]

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1703. 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 rule would implement a memorandum of understanding (MOU) 
between DOT and the Small Business Administration. The MOU would 
establish reciprocity and streamline certification procedures for 
participation in SBA's 8(a) Business Development and Small 
Disadvantaged Business program, and DOT's DBE program. This document 
would provide a uniform certification application form and a uniform 
reporting form.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/08/01                    66 FR 23208
NPRM Comment Period End         06/07/01
Final Action                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1704. 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                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1705. 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                    12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1706. 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 defines Alternative Dispute 
Resolution (ADR) and commits the Department to considering ADR and 
furthering its use across the Department. It also states that the 
Department will provide ADR-related training to employees, allocate

[[Page 33404]]

resources to support ADR, and evaluate and assess our ADR uses. This 
Statement of Policy encourages employees and persons who interact with 
the Department to identify opportunities for collaborative, consensual 
approaches to dispute resolution or rulemaking.

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                    05/00/02

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
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC94
_______________________________________________________________________




1707. 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 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
Final Action                    08/00/02
Final Action Effective          09/00/02

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 4116/C-70, 400 7th Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9342
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Fax: 202 366-7152
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
_______________________________________________________________________




1708. 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

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/06/01                    66 FR 10968
Final Action                    12/00/02

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 4116/C-70, 400 7th Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9342
TDD Phone: 202 755-7687
Fax: 202 366-7152
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AC98
_______________________________________________________________________




1709. STANDARD TIME ZONE BOUNDARY IN THE STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA: MORTON 
COUNTY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 15 USC 260 to 267

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would relocate Morton County, ND, from mountain 
time to central time. This proposal is based on a request from the 
Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners for Morton County, ND.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/03/01                    66 FR 40666
NPRM Comment Period End         09/17/01
Final Action                    12/00/02

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-AD03

[[Page 33405]]

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1710.  NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN PROGRAMS AND 
ACTIVITIES RECEIVING OR BENEFITING FROM FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE; 
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES (ADA)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 16(a); 49 USC 16 (d); 49 USC 142; 42 USC 12101-
12213; 47 USC 225; 49 USC 322; ...

CFR Citation: 44 CFR 27; 44 CFR 37

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would create a procedure within the Department to 
improve coordination of guidance and interpretations related to 
disability issues.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

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-AD05
_______________________________________________________________________




1711.  +PROCEDURES FOR COMPENSATION OF AIR CARRIERS

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: PL 104-42

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 62

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule establishes procedures for air carriers to apply 
for direct compensation authorized by the Air Transportation Safety and 
System Stabilization Act of 2001. The rule governs the distribution of 
$1.775 billion of authorized funds.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule; Request for Comments10/29/01                    66 FR 54616
Final Rule Effective            10/29/01
Comment Period End              11/13/01
NPRM                            01/02/02                      67 FR 263
Final Rule                      01/02/02                      67 FR 250
Final Rule Effective            01/02/02
NPRM Comment Period End         01/16/02
Final Rule; Amendment           02/01/02                     67 FR 4899
Final Rule Effective            02/01/02
Final Action                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

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
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AD06
_______________________________________________________________________




1712.  REPORTING PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 49 USC 401, 411, 413. 415, 417, 419, 421, 449, 461, 
463, 465

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed amendment to 14 CFR 300.3, dealing with the 
reporting of prohibited communications, would update that section in 
order to reflect the Department's conversion to an electronic docket 
management system (DMS). The proposed changes apply to procedures 
already in place thereby omitting obsolete references, and would make 
section 300.3 consistent with the rest of the DOT's regulations already 
taking DMS into account.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Colleen Hanley, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, Room 10118, 400 Seventh 
Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2509
Fax: 202 366-9188
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AD10
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Office of the Secretary (OST)



_______________________________________________________________________




1713. 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.

[[Page 33406]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/15/79                     44 FR 9948
Interim Final Rule 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1714. +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
_______________________________________________________________________




1715. +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
_______________________________________________________________________




1716. 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 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1717. +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.

[[Page 33407]]

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1718. 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1719. GOVERNMENTWIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT) AND 
GOVERNMENTWIDE REQUIREMENTS FOR DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE GRANTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 103-355; EO 11738; EO 12549; EO 12689

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 29; 49 CFR 32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would provide DOT-specific amendments for a 
uniform Governmentwide rule on debarment and suspension 
(nonprocurement) and drug-free workplace.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/23/02                     67 FR 3266
NPRM Comment Period End         03/25/02


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ladd Hakes, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, Office of the Senior Executive (M-62), 400 Seventh Street, 
SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4268
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AD01
_______________________________________________________________________




1720.  GOVERNMENTWIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT) /
GOVERNMENTWIDE REQUIREMENTS FOR DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE (FINANCIAL 
ASSISTANCE)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: EO 11738; EO 12689; EO 12549; PL 103-355; PL 108; 31 
USC 6101

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 29; 49 CFR 32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Executive Orders 12549 and 12689 established a Governmentwide 
system for nonprocurement suspension and debarment. All Federal 
departments and major agencies codified these requirements as part of a 
common rule. DOT is joining 34 other departments and major agencies to 
update those requirements. Part one of this action is separating the 
drug-free workplace provisions from the existing common rule and 
placing them in a separate part.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/23/02                     67 FR 3266
NPRM Comment Period End         03/25/02


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

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Agency Contact: Ladd Hakes, Department of Transportation, Office of the 
Secretary, Office of the Senior Executive (M-62), 400 Seventh Street, 
SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4268
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2105-AD07
_______________________________________________________________________




1721.  SUPPLEMENTAL STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE 
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 5 USC 7301; 5 USC 7353

CFR Citation: 5 CFR 6100

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 16, 2001.

Abstract: This rule amends the Supplemental Standards of Ethical 
Conduct for Employees of the Department of Transportation. The 
amendment adds authority to waive the general prohibition against 
Federal Aviation Administration employees holding stock or other 
securities in airline or aircraft manufacturing companies or suppliers 
of aircraft parts. The exercise of this waiver authority will be 
conditioned in each case upon determination that employee conduct will 
not result in an appearance of misuse of position or loss of 
impartiality.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      12/03/01                    66 FR 60131
Final Rule Effective            12/03/01


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: William R. Register, Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9161

RIN: 2105-AD08
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Office of the Secretary (OST)



_______________________________________________________________________




1722.  EXTENSION OF COMPUTER RESERVATIONS SYSTEMS REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41712

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 255

Legal Deadline: Existing rules have a Sunset Date of March 31, 2002.

Abstract: The department is proposing to maintain its existing CRS 
rules for another year while it completes its reexamination of the 
rules, their effectiveness, and the need for them.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/15/02                     67 FR 7100
NPRM Comment Period End         03/18/02
Final Action                    03/28/02                    67 FR 14846

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

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-AD09

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Transportation Security Agency (TSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1723.  +IMPOSITION AND COLLECTION OF PASSENGER CIVIL AVIATION 
SECURITY FEES

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

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44940

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1510

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Transportation Security Agency announces the imposition 
of a security service fee in the amount of $2.50 per emplanement on 
passengers of domestic and foreign carriers in air transportation, 
foreign air transportation, and intrastate air transportation 
originating in the US.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              12/31/01                    66 FR 67698
Notice                          02/19/02                     67 FR 7582
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/01/02
Final Action                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: A. Thomas Park, Acting Deputy Chief Financial Officer, 
Department of Transportation, Transportation Security Agency, Room 
10101, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9161

RIN: 2110-AA01
_______________________________________________________________________




1724.  +AVIATION SECURITY INFRASTRUCTURE FEES

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

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44940

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1511

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: TSA announces the imposition of an air carrier fee each 
fiscal year on air carriers and foreign air carriers in air 
transportation, foreign air transportation, and intrastate air 
transportation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule Effective    02/18/02
Interim Final Rule              02/20/02                     67 FR 7926

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Correction                      02/22/02                     67 FR 8579
Notice                          02/28/02                     67 FR 9355
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      03/18/02
Comment Period Extended         03/20/02                    67 FR 12954
Final Action                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: A. Thomas Park, Acting Deputy Chief Financial Officer, 
Department of Transportation, Transportation Security Agency, Room 
10101, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9161

RIN: 2110-AA02
_______________________________________________________________________




1725.  +CIVIL AVIATION SECURITY RULES

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

Legal Authority: PL 107-71

CFR Citation: 49 CFR XII

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 17, 2002.

Abstract: This action transfers the FAA security rules to the 
Transportation Security Administration.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule Effective            02/17/02
Final Rule                      02/22/02                     67 FR 8340
Final Rule Comment Period End   03/25/02
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

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: 2110-AA03
_______________________________________________________________________




1726.  +SECURITY PROGRAMS FOR AIRCRAFT WEIGHING 12,500 POUNDS OR MORE

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

Legal Authority: PL 107-71

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1544

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 17, 2002.

Abstract: This action establishes security programs for aircraft with a 
maximum certificated takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds or more.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      02/22/02                     67 FR 8205
Final Rule Comment Period End   04/23/02
Final Rule Effective            06/24/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

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: 2110-AA04

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



_______________________________________________________________________




1727. +STANDARDS FOR LIVING ORGANISMS IN SHIPS' BALLAST WATER DISCHARGED 
IN U.S. WATERS (USCG-2001-10486)

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 4711

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would add a performance standard (to 33 CFR 
part 151, subpart D) for all ballast water treatment methods being used 
as alternatives to mid-ocean ballast water exchange. It supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goals of marine safety and protection of 
natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/04/02                     67 FR 9632
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/03/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: G-MSO Dr. Richard Everett, Project Manager, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard
Phone: 202 267-2243

RIN: 2115-AG21

[[Page 33410]]

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



_______________________________________________________________________




1728. 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 more comprehensive NPRM has been 
delayed while the Coast Guard gained experience on NRD claims, as well 
as other OPA damages.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

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

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1729. +SALVAGE AND MARINE FIREFIGHTING REQUIREMENTS; VESSEL RESPONSE 
PLANS FOR OIL (USCG-1998-3417)

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

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

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 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 02/12/98                     63 FR 7069
Final Rule - Partial Suspension 01/17/01                     66 FR 3876
NPRM                            12/00/02

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: 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1730. 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 current Deepwater Port regulations. 
These regulations were developed in the 1970s when there were no 
deepwater ports in the United States. The Coast

[[Page 33411]]

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 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                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ANPRM was published under Docket Number 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1731. 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 (LEDs), 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, reduce 
maintenance and therefore operating costs, 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
Direct Final Rule Withdrawn     01/02/01                        66 FR 8
NPRM                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1732. +VESSEL AND FACILITY RESPONSE PLANS FOR OIL: 2003 REMOVAL 
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS AND ALTERNATIVE TECHNOLOGY REVISIONS (USCG-2001-
8661)

Priority: Other Significant

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 and 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                            11/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1733. +POST CASUALTY DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING (USCG-2001-8773)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 105-383, sec 304

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 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                            07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Robert C. Schoening, Project Manager, G-MOA-1, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Stereet SW, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0684

RIN: 2115-AG07

[[Page 33412]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1734. +VESSEL DOCUMENTATION: LEASE FINANCING FOR VESSELS ENGAGED IN THE 
COASTWISE TRADE (USCG-2001-8825)

Priority: Other Significant

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/02/01                    66 FR 21902
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
09/04/2001                      05/29/01                    66 FR 34603
NPRM Comment Period End         07/02/01
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    12/14/01                    66 FR 64784
Reopened Comment Period End     01/28/02
Supplemental NPRM               10/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia Williams, Project Manager, NVDC, 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1735. TERRITORIAL SEAS, NAVIGABLE WATERS, JURISDICTION - CONFORMING 
AMENDMENTS (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 2; 33 CFR 26; 33 CFR 62; 33 CFR 64; 33 CFR 95; 33 
CFR 100; 33 CFR 165

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 redefine 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                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1736. FEDERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PROPELLER INJURY AVOIDANCE MEASURES (USCG 
2001-10163)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 4302

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would establish Federal requirements for non-
planing recreational houseboats equipped with propeller driven 
propulsion located aft of the transom. This rule would require owners 
of these non-planing recreational houseboats to install either one or 
two propulsion unit measures (a propeller guard or a jet pump drive) or 
employ three combined measures (use of an ignition cut-off switch, 
where installed, and install a swim ladder interlock device and an aft-
visibility device). Owners of rental houseboats would have to also 
install an ignition cut-off switch, if not already installed. These 
requirements would reduce the number of boaters who are seriously or 
fatally injured when struck by the propeller of a non-planing 
recreational houseboat. This rulemaking would implement recommendations 
made by the National Boating Safety Advisory Council. It supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goal of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/10/01                    66 FR 63645
NPRM Comment Period End         03/11/02
NPRM Comment Period Extended    03/26/02                    67 FR 13738
NPRM Comment Period End         05/11/02
Final Rule                      08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

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

Related RIN: Related To 2115-AF28
RIN: 2115-AG18
_______________________________________________________________________




1737.  UPDATE OF RULES ON AIDS TO NAVIGATION AFFECTING BUOYS, SOUND 
SIGNALS, INTERNATIONAL RULES AT SEA, COMMUNICATIONS PROCEDURES, AND 
LARGE NAVIGATIONAL BUOYS (USCG-2001-10714)

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 14 USC 81; 33 USC 1231; 43 USC 1333; 46 USC 4302

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 60-76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Assistant Commandant for Operations proposes to revise 33 
CFR subchapter C -- Aids to Navigation: parts 60 through 76. In these 
parts, he would update technical information concerning buoys, sound 
signals, international rules at sea, communications procedures, and 
Large

[[Page 33413]]

Navigational Buoys (LNBs). The Assistant Commandant for Operations 
would also rewrite these parts using plain language. The proposed 
changes would update the existing rules both to reflect current 
practices and to make them easier to understand

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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-AG25
_______________________________________________________________________




1738.  MARINE EVENTS: PERMIT PROCEDURES (USCG-2001-10713)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1233

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would revise Coast Guard procedures to expedite 
approval of organized marine events conducted on the navigable waters 
of the United States. These new procedures would establish general 
permits with nationwide or regional applicability and would allow 
sponsors to submit information to the Coast Guard by electronic means. 
These new procedures would reduce the paperwork burden on both the 
public and the Coast Guard without adversely affecting vessel safety or 
the environment in the event areas. This project supports the Coast 
Guard's strategic goals of maritime safety and maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/02

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-AG26
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1739.  DRAWBRIDGE OPERATIONS REGULATIONS; REVISIONS (USCG-2001-10881)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 499

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 117

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is proposing changes to its drawbridge 
regulations that provide guidance for general requirements relating to 
the use and operation of drawbridges. This project will create a new 
deviation for short-term closures, provide Coast Guard Eight District 
Bridges Administration St. Louis with a general bridge closure 
requirement during the winter season when navigation is reduced and 
eliminate any unnecessary distinction between commercial and 
recreational vessels in subpart B. It will also make changes throughout 
part 117 to remove redundancies, make amendments and technical 
corrections, and remove special bridge regulations that are no longer 
functional. Corrections and clarification of these requirements will 
help to streamline the drawbridge regulatory process and should shorten 
and simplify part 117 for the reader. This rulemaking supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: J. Christopher Jaufmann, Project Manager (G-OPT-1), 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Coast Guard 
Headquarters, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0377

RIN: 2115-AG27
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1740.  LIFERAFT SERVICING INTERVALS (USCG-2001-11118)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2103; 46 USC 3306; 46 USC 3307; 46 USC 3703; 46 
USC 3316

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 28.140; 46 CFR 109.301; 46 CFR 122.730; 46 CFR 
131.580; 46 CFR 185.730; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would eliminate inconsistencies in the 
requirements for the first servicing of inflatable liferafts in 46 CFR, 
chapter I, subchapters C, I-A, K, L, Q, R, T, and W. The equipment 
regulations in subchapter Q, and vessel regulations in subchapters C 
and L, allow the first servicing of a new inflatable liferaft on a non-
SOLAS vessel to be deferred to two years from initial packing. 
Subchapters I-A, K, R, T, and W do not incorporate this allowance. This 
inconsistency results in an unnecessary burden on operators of vessels, 
as well as confusion among both the public and Coast Guard field 
personnel. This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of 
maritime safety and mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/05/02                     67 FR 9939
Correction to NPRM              03/14/02                    67 FR 11549
NPRM Comment Period End         05/06/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kurt Heinz, Project Manager, G-MSE-4, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1444

RIN: 2115-AG28
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1741.  RATES FOR PILOTAGE ON THE GREAT LAKES (USCG-2002-11288)

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

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Pilotage based on the ``Ratemaking Analyses and 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 46 CFR 404 app. A (d) step 7, or if the director determines that 
pilotage rates are within a reasonable range of their target, make no 
rate adjustments. This rulemaking will take place annually. This 
rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of martime 
mobility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: 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-AG30
_______________________________________________________________________




1742.  SAFETY ZONE FOR OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF FACILITY IN THE GULF 
OF MEXICO (CGD08-01-043)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 85; 43 USC 1333

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 147

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard proposes to establish a safety zone around a 
high-production, manned oil and natural gas facility in the Outer 
Continental Shelf in the Gulf of Mexico in Green Canyon 205A. The 
facility needs to be protected from vessels operating outside the 
normal shipping channels and fairways. Placing a safety zone around the 
facility will significantly reduce the threat of allisions, oil spills 
and releases of natural gas. The proposed regulation would prevent all 
vessels from entering or remaining in specified areas around the 
facility except for the following: An attending vessel; a vessel under 
100 feet in length overall not engaged in towing; or a vessel 
authorized by the Eighth Coast Guard District Commander. The proposed 
safety zone is necessary to protect life, property and the environment 
and supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of marine safety and 
protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/02/02                    67 FR 15505
NPRM Comment Period End         06/03/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LT Karrie Trebbe, Department of Transportation, U.S. 
Coast Guard, Eighth Coast Guard District Commander, Hale Boggs Federal 
Bldg., 501 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: 504 589-6271

RIN: 2115-AG31
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1743.  WEARING OF PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES BY PERSONS OPERATING OR 
RIDING ON PERSONAL WATERCRAFT OR BEING TOWED BEHIND RECREATIONAL VESSELS 
(USCG-2002-11421)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 4302

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would require every person to wear a personal 
flotation device (PFD)--also called a lifejacket--while operating or 
riding on personal watercraft (PWC) or being towed behind a 
recreational vessel. On waters subject to the jurisdiction of the 
United States within any State or territory, the rule would not preempt 
any requirement established for such persons as specified by that 
State. The rule would set a Federal requirement on waters subject to 
the jurisdiction of the United States within any State or territory. 
The new requirement would reduce the number of persons who drown while 
participating in these activities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

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-AG32
_______________________________________________________________________




1744.  PROTECTION OF NAVAL VESSELS (LANT AREA-02-001 AND PAC 
AREA-02-001)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 91; 14 USC 633

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is establishing regulations for the safety 
and security of U.S. naval vessels in the navigable waters of the 
United States. The regulations are issued under the authority contained 
in 14 U.S.C. 91. Naval Vessel Protection Zones will provide for the 
regulation of vessel traffic in the vicinity of U.S. naval vessels in 
the navigable waters of the United States. This rule supports the 
strategic goal of marine safety and security.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM (Atlantic Area)            02/21/02                     67 FR 7992
NPRM (Pacific Area)             03/20/02                    67 FR 12940
NPRM (Pacific Area) Correction  04/08/02                    67 FR 16668
First NPRM Comment Period End   04/22/02
Second NPRM Comment Period End  05/06/02
Final Rule                      06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Chris Doane, Commander (Amr), Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Coast Guard Atlantic Area, 431 
Crawford Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704-5004
Phone: 757 398-6372

Steve Danscuk, Commander (Pmt), Department of Transportation, U.S. 
Coast Guard, Coast Guard Pacific Area, Coast Guard Island, Alameda, CA 
94501
Phone: 510 437-5839

Related RIN: Related To 2115-AG23
RIN: 2115-AG33

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1745.  NOTIFICATIONS OF ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE IN PORTS OR PLACES 
IN THE UNITED STATES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223(a)(5); 33 USC 1226; 33 USC 1231

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 160

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard needs to permanently amend its regulations 
relating to the Notifications of Arrival (NOA) and Departure (NOD) 
requirements in 33 CFR part 160 to ensure port safety, security, and 
environmental protection as well as maintain the uninterrupted flow of 
commerce. Subsequent to the terrorist attacks of September 2001, we 
published an emergency temporary final rule (96-hour rule) amending the 
NOA and NOD requirements for commercial vessels bound for or departing 
from ports or places in the United States. The temporary final rule 
terminates on June 15, 2002. In this rulemaking we propose to make 
permanent most of the changes introduced by the temporary final rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LT(Jg) Marcus Lines, G-MSE-4, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6854

RIN: 2115-AG35
_______________________________________________________________________




1746.  +AUTOMATIC IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM CARRIAGE REQUIREMENT (USCG-
2002-11721)

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

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223(a)

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

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project will implement an Automatic Identification 
System (AIS) carriage requirement for SOLAS vessel and non-SOLAS 
vessels operating on designated waters (i.e., Vessel Traffic Service 
[VTS] areas, coastal zones, inland waterways and other major 
waterways). AIS automatically exchanges navigational and positional 
information in ship-to-ship and ship-to-shore-to-ship modes. 
Traditional VTS have been based on radar and video surveillance and 
rely on voice communications by VHF-FM radio; AIS-based VTS will use 
this technology to perform the majority of both surveillance and 
information exchange. AIS unburdens mariners from VTS reporting, 
reduces the cost of operating a VTS and eliminates much of the 
potentially distracting voice communications associated with 
traditional VTS operations. Establishing an AIS-based VTS will meet 
clear Congressional direction and maritime community desires to improve 
port efficiency and vessel traffic safety (particularly on the Lower 
Mississippi River area). This rulemaking supports the Coast Guard's 
strategic goals of safety, protection of natural resources and 
mobility. These include reducing: the number of collisions, allisions 
and groundings; the number of tank vessel groundings and collisions 
resulting from inadequate passage or port transit planning; the number 
of and/or impact of waterway impediments; crewmember deaths/injuries on 
U.S. commercial vessels; reduce the risk of major loss of life on 
passenger vessels; the amount of oil discharged into the marine 
environment; and the amount of chemicals entering the environment. At 
the Department of Transportation level, this rulemaking supports the 
goals of safety, mobility and protection of the human and natural 
environment. Additionally, AIS will be a key link between maritime 
transportation and DOT's Intelligent Transportation System Initiative 
and is a major element within the Marine Transportation System 
Initiative. This rulemaking is significant because of significant 
public interest in this proposed rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Jorge Arroyo, Project Manager, G-MWV, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6277

Related RIN: Related To 2115-AF75
RIN: 2115-AG36
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



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1747. 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: The Coast Guard uses these routine and frequent regulations 
to establish control of access to areas to ensure the safety or 
security of events, vessels, waterfront facilities, or individuals. 
Many of these zones are of short duration, ranging from a few hours to 
a few days, and all are geographically limited in area. 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, controversial events such as transport of spent nuclear 
fuel, and in response to the threat of terrorist attacks. Safety and 
security zones are promulgated by Captains of the Port or District 
Commanders. These routine and frequent rulemakings support the Coast 
Guard's strategic goals of marine safety, mobility, maritime security, 
and national defense. Total actions expected 10/01/2001 to 10/01/2002: 
350.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/02

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: 202 267-0416

RIN: 2115-AA97
_______________________________________________________________________




1748. 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 10/01/2001 to 
10/01/2002: 10.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/02

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: 202 267-0416

RIN: 2115-AA98
_______________________________________________________________________




1749. 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
Supplemental NPRM               07/12/01                    66 FR 36530
Supplemental NPRM Comment Period 
End                             09/10/01
To Be Withdrawn                 06/00/02

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: LCDR Scott Budka, Project Manager, G-MOA-1, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW
Phone: 202 267-2026

RIN: 2115-AD98
_______________________________________________________________________




1750. HANDLING OF EXPLOSIVES OR OTHER DANGEROUS CARGOES WITHIN OR 
CONTIGUOUS TO WATERFRONT FACILITIES (USCG-1998-4302)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1231

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 126

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking was intended to revise existing regulations 
covering waterfront facilities that handle 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 have incorporated 
industry standards regarding the handling of hazardous materials at 
waterfront facilities. This project would have supported 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
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/13/93
NPRM                            10/29/98                    63 FR 57964
NPRM Comment Period End         12/28/98
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    01/12/99                     64 FR 1770
NPRM Comment Period End         03/01/99
To Be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

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. Old Docket Number CGD 92-026.

Agency Contact: LCDR Charles Srioudom, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0626

RIN: 2115-AE22

[[Page 33417]]

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1751. 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 10/01/2001 to 10/01/2002: 75.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Will Continue Through    10/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1752. 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 10/01/2001 to 10/01/2002: 150.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Will Continue Through    10/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1753. +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 have designated 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 would have supported 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 was 
considered significant because of substantial public and State 
government interest. It is being withdrawn so the Coast Guard can focus 
on new security projects.

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
To Be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

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 Tim 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-AE56
_______________________________________________________________________




1754. 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 
waterways management, marine safety, and maritime mobility. Total 
actions expected 10/01/2001 to 10/01/2002: 10.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/02

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: 202 267-0416

RIN: 2115-AE84
_______________________________________________________________________




1755. NUMBERING OF UNDOCUMENTED BARGES (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. This rule is being withdrawn so the 
Coast Guard can focus on new security projects.

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
To Be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 93-091.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1756. LICENSING AND MANNING FOR OFFICERS OF TOWING VESSELS (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 has 
introduced a third level of license where there have been only two. 
Each level requires greater experience and proficiency than the one 
before. This rulemaking also introduces a requirement for demonstration 
of proficiency as a prerequisite to being issued an original 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 supports 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
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 Final Rule              11/19/99                    64 FR 63213
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/17/00
Interim Final Rule              10/27/00                    65 FR 64388
Notice Concerning Review        02/09/01                     66 FR 9673
Interim Final Rule              04/26/01                    66 FR 20931
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/21/01
Notice of Public Meeting        07/11/01                    66 FR 36223
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      07/25/01
Final Rule                      05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 94-055.

Agency Contact: LCDR Luke Harden, Project Manager, G-MSO-1, Department 
of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St. SW., Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1838

RIN: 2115-AF23
_______________________________________________________________________




1757. LIMITED SERVICE DOMESTIC VOYAGE LOAD LINES FOR RIVER BARGES ON 
LAKE MICHIGAN (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. Instead, they may qualify for a 
conditional load line exemption, or for a limited service domestic 
voyage load line (depending on which Lake Michigan route). This 
rulemaking pertains to 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 to

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expand their operations onto these routes. This rulemaking supports the 
Coast Guard's strategic goal of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/02/98                    63 FR 58679
NPRM Comment Period Extended    12/28/98                    63 FR 71411
Comment Period End              01/04/99
NPRM Comment Period End         03/04/99
Interim Final Rule              04/23/02                    67 FR 19685
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/23/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/23/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 95-015.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1758. 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. It supports 
the Coast Guard's strategic goal of marine safety and environmental 
protection.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1759. 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
Comment Period Reopened         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
Notice of Public Meeting        12/28/00                    65 FR 82303
SNPRM Comment Period End        03/08/01
SNPRM; Notice of Mtg. & Second 
Reopening Comment Period        07/11/01                    66 FR 36223
Second Reopened Comment Period 
End                             09/15/01
Interim Rule                    11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

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

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Phone: 202 267-1861

RIN: 2115-AF53
_______________________________________________________________________




1760. +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 service to develop, maintain, 
and exercise emergency response plans. 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 substantial public interest in passenger safety. This rule is being 
withdrawn so the Coast Guard can focus on new security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/26/98                     63 FR 9916
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/28/98
To Be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Rajiv Khandpur, Project Manager, G-MOC, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0494

RIN: 2115-AF61
_______________________________________________________________________




1761. +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. This rule is being withdrawn so the 
Coast Guard can focus on new security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/24/98                    63 FR 64937
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/24/99
To Be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: CDR Tim 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1762. 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                      05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael Jendrossek, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 200593-000
Phone: 202 267-0836

RIN: 2115-AF69
_______________________________________________________________________




1763. VESSEL TRAFFIC SERVICE LOWER MISSISSIPPI RIVER (USCG-1998-4399)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223(a)

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 26; 33 CFR 161; 33 CFR 165

Legal Deadline: None

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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 River 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
NPRM Comment Period End         07/25/00
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/18/00                    65 FR 50479
NPRM Comment Period End         12/01/00
Final Rule                      12/00/02

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: 202 267-6277

RIN: 2115-AF75
_______________________________________________________________________




1764. BARGES CARRYING BULK LIQUID HAZARDOUS MATERIAL (USCG-1999-5117)

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. This rule is being withdrawn so the Coast Guard can 
focus on new security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/09/99                    64 FR 48976
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/07/00
To Be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1765. 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
NPRM Comment Period End         05/10/99
Interim Final Rule              06/02/99                    64 FR 29554
Interim Final Rule 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                      05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

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

RIN: 2115-AF81
_______________________________________________________________________




1766. 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 attention given to disabled 
persons and others needing assistance; and (5)

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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                      06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1767. 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              05/00/02

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: Martin Walker, Project Manager, G-MOC, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St. SW,, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1047

RIN: 2115-AF95
_______________________________________________________________________




1768. 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. This rule is being withdrawn so the 
Coast Guard can focus on new security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/01/00                    65 FR 75201
NPRM Comment Period End         03/01/01
To Be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael Jendrossek, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 200593-000
Phone: 202 267-0836

RIN: 2115-AF97
_______________________________________________________________________




1769. NOTIFICATION OF ARRIVAL: ADDITION OF CHARTERER TO REQUIRED 
INFORMATION (USCG-2001-8659)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 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                            05/01/01                    66 FR 21710
Correction Notice               05/16/01                    66 FR 27216
Correction Notice               05/24/01                    66 FR 28774
NPRM Comment Period End         07/02/01
Final Rule                      12/00/02

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-AG06
_______________________________________________________________________




1770. 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

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an IMO-approved Electronic Charting Display and Information System 
(ECDIS) as a primary means of navigation in U.S. waters instead of 
paper charts. Compliance with this rule would be optional; any vessel 
choosing not to use such an ECDIS must could continue to navigate using 
corrected and updated printed charts and publications. This regulation 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime safety. This rule 
is being withdrawn so the Coast Guard can focus on new security 
projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/02/01                    66 FR 21899
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/02/01
To Be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Detweiler, Project Manager G-MWV, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St., SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0574

RIN: 2115-AG09
_______________________________________________________________________




1771. +TANK LEVEL OR PRESSURE MONITORING DEVICES (USCG-2001-9046)

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3703

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 32; 33 CFR 157

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 1991, Section 4110 of the Oil 
Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA 90).
Final, Judicial, May 2002.

Abstract: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia issued 
a writ of mandamus requiring the Coast Guard to promulgate regulations 
for tank level or pressure monitoring (TLPM) devices as mandated by OPA 
90. This regulatory project will establish performance standards for 
TLPM devices and require tank vessels to install such devices. This 
project is considered significant because of substantial public and 
industry interest and the considerable economic impact of the 
rulemaking. This rulemaking falls under the Coast Guard's strategic 
goal of protection of natural resources.

Statement of Need: This rulemaking is required by section 4110 of the 
Oil Pollution Act of 1990, P.L. 101-380.

Summary of Legal Basis: This rule is required by section 4110 of the 
Oil Pollution Act of 1990 as determined by the U.S. Court of Appeals 
for the D.C. circuit in May 2001. The Coast Guard is under a writ of 
mandamus to publish a rule requiring the use of Tank Vessel Pressure 
Monitoring devices.

Alternatives: Alternatives considered for analysis include two 
performance standards, however, the same cost will be achieved using 
either standard. We also considered the applicability of the rule to 
different types of vessels. Variations of these alternatives are 
presented as eight options in the NPRM.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The present value cost of the proposed 
rule over the 13-year period of analysis (2002-2014) would range from 
approximately $64 million to $211 million depending on the option 
selected. Virtually all of the costs will be incurred during the 3-year 
or 5-year phase-in period. Under the most expensive option, the cost in 
nominal terms is estimated to be $80 million. Over the 13-year period 
of analysis, this analysis estimates that TLPM devices will reduce the 
amount of oil spilled in the United States by an estimated range of 211 
barrels to 1,425 barrels, depending on the option selected.

Risks: This rule addresses the risk of slow leakage from tank vessels 
that might otherwise go undetected. It is one of the many statutory 
requirements mandated by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, which 
eliminates a number of oil pollution risks.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/01/01                    66 FR 49877
NPRM Comment Period End         11/30/01
Final Rule                      09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Energy Effects:  Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by 
Executive Order 13211.

Additional Information: This project is reopened 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 certain 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: 202 267-1303

RIN: 2115-AG10
_______________________________________________________________________




1772. 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, 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                            05/10/01                    66 FR 23871
NPRM Comment Period End         07/09/01
Final Rule                      02/07/02                     67 FR 5912
Final Rule Effective            06/07/02
Final Rule; Announcement of 
Effective Date (See Addl Info)  09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

[[Page 33424]]

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: Section 140.103(c) contains a collection-of-
information requirement that has not been approved by the Office of 
Management and Budget. When it is approved, we will publish an 
announcement of the effective date of that section in the Federal 
Register.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1773. REVISE OPTIONS FOR RESPONDING TO NOTICES OF VIOLATIONS (USCG-2001-
9175)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 633; PL 100-690

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 1.07; 49 CFR 1.46

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would revise 33 CFR 1.07, Notice of violation, 
to change the process for a ``no action'' option. This change would 
preserve the existing options of paying the ``ticket'' and closing the 
case, or requesting a hearing; it would replace the current default of 
the ``no action resulting in referral to a hearing officer'' to ``no 
action resulting in a finding of proved and assessment of a penalty.'' 
This project supports the Commandant's workload reduction initiative by 
increasing the efficiency of Coast Guard resources by removing a time-
consuming, unnecessary step in the processing of notices of violations 
for which no response was received.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/10/01                    66 FR 63640
NPRM Comment Period End         02/08/02
Final Rule                      11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Doug Rabe, Project Manager, G-MOA, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Room 2407, 2100 Second Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-1428

RIN: 2115-AG15
_______________________________________________________________________




1774. TRAFFIC SEPARATION SCHEME: IN PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND, ALASKA (USCG-
2001-10254)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1223

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 167; 33 CFR 161

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would implement amendments to the existing 
Prince William Sound Traffic Separation Scheme (TSS). The amendments to 
the TSS have been approved by the International Maritime Organization, 
and have been validated by a recent Port Access Route Study (PARS). 
Implementing these amendments into the Code of Federal Regulations 
would provide straight traffic lanes between the Bligh Reef Pilot 
Station and Cape Hinchinbrook, and should reduce the risk for vessels 
operating within the area. The length of transit in Prince William 
Sound would also be reduced. With the course change removed from the 
original TSS, the minimum distance from the center of the southbound 
traffic lane to Naked Island would increase from six (6) to nine (9) 
nautical miles, reducing the risk of drift groundings. This project 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic goals of increasing maritime 
mobility, protecting natural resources and improving marine safety. 
This rule is being withdrawn so the Coast Guard can focus on new 
security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/06/02                     67 FR 5538
NPRM Comment Period End         03/08/02
To Be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: George Detweiler, Project Manager G-MWV, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second St., SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0574

RIN: 2115-AG20
_______________________________________________________________________




1775. SAFETY ZONES FOR OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF FACILITIES IN THE GULF OF 
MEXICO (CGD08-01-025)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 85; 33 USC 2071

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 147

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard proposes to establish safety zones around 
five petroleum and gas production facilities in the Outer Continental 
Shelf in the Gulf of Mexico. The four platforms and one moored spar 
buoy need to be protected from vessels operating outside the normal 
shipping channels and fairways. Placing safety zones around these 
facilities will significantly reduce the threat of allisions, oil 
spills and releases of natural gas. The proposed regulation would 
prevent all vessels from entering or remaining in specified areas 
around the platforms except for the following: An attending vessel; a 
vessel under 100 feet in length overall not engaged in towing; or a 
vessel authorized by the Eighth Coast Guard District Commander. The 
proposed safety zones are necessary to protect the safety of life, 
property and the environment and support the Coast Guard's strategic 
goals of marine safety and protection of natural resources.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/10/01                    66 FR 63642
NPRM Comment Period End         02/08/02
Final Rule                      05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LT Karrie Trebbe, Department of Transportation, U.S. 
Coast Guard, Eighth Coast Guard District Commander, Hale Boggs Federal 
Bldg., 501 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: 504 589-6271

RIN: 2115-AG22
_______________________________________________________________________




1776. PROTECTION OF NAVAL VESSELS (LANT AREA-01-001 AND PAC AREA-01-001)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 14 USC 91

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 165

[[Page 33425]]

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Following terrorist attacks in New York and Washington, D.C., 
the Coast Guard is establishing temporary regulations for the safety or 
security of U.S. naval vessels in the navigable waters of the United 
States. The regulations are issued under the authority contained in 14 
U.S.C. 91. Naval Vessel Protection Zones will provide for the 
regulation of vessel traffic in the vicinity of U.S. naval vessels in 
the navigable waters of the United States. This rule supports the 
strategic goal of marine safety and security.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Temporary Final Rule Effective  09/14/01
Temporary Final Rule            09/21/01                    66 FR 48780
Temporary Final Rule Ends       06/15/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Joe Billy, Commander (Poft), Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Coast Guard Pacific Area, Coast Guard 
Island, Alameda, CA 94501
Phone: 510 437-3505

Chris Doane, Commander (Amr), Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast 
Guard, Coast Guard Atlantic Area, 431 Crawford Street, Portsmouth, VA 
23704-5004
Phone: 757 398-6372

Related RIN: Related To 2115-AG33
RIN: 2115-AG23
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



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1777. +DISCHARGE-REMOVAL EQUIPMENT FOR VESSELS CARRYING OIL (CGD 90-068)

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 of 
substantial public interest. We are in the process of deciding how to 
respond to comments.

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
NPRM Comment Period Extended    11/16/92
Interim Final Rule              12/22/93                    58 FR 67988
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/21/94
Correction                      01/26/94                     59 FR 3749
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/22/94


Next Action Undetermined

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1778. +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 natural resources. This project is considered significant 
because of substantial public and State government interest. We are in 
the process of deciding how to respond to comments.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/07/92                    57 FR 30058
NPRM Comment Period End         09/08/92
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    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


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

[[Page 33426]]

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 Tim 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-AE10
_______________________________________________________________________




1779. 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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Rule                    11/13/92                    57 FR 53968
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      02/11/93


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
_______________________________________________________________________




1780. +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

[[Page 33427]]

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              02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 94-048. 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 Susan Klein, Project Manager, G-MOR, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0417

RIN: 2115-AE87
_______________________________________________________________________




1781. +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

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 United States 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              08/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 94-032.
Public meetings 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

[[Page 33428]]

meetings for the NPRM were held in Houston, TX on August 12 and 13, 
1999.

Agency Contact: LT Susan Klein, Project Manager, G-MOR, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0417

RIN: 2115-AE88
_______________________________________________________________________




1782. +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                      09/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 95-062.

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-AF26
_______________________________________________________________________




1783. 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 adjudications for class II civil penalties, and 
allow the Coast Guard to promulgate regulations implementing the OPA 90 
authority. This project supports the strategic goal of the Coast Guard 
to promote marine safety. We are in the process of deciding how to 
respond to comments.

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


Next Action Undetermined

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1784. 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

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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: Michael Jendrossek, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 200593-000
Phone: 202 267-0836

RIN: 2115-AF64
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1785.  +ALTERNATE TONNAGE CONVENTION: SMALL PASSENGER VESSELS

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 14 USC 14104

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The referenced initiative is not a current rulemaking project 
and therefore we have not yet determined the USCG strategic goals that 
regulatory action would serve. We are considering whether to exercise 
the Coast Guard's discretionary authority to undertake rulemaking. 
Rulemaking would amend small passenger vessel regulations, retaining 
the tonnage thresholds based on measurement under 46 U.S.C. 14502, but 
adding alternate tonnage thresholds based on measurement under 46 
U.S.C. 14302.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Steve Venckus, Chief, Office of Regulations and Adm. 
Law, Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, (G-LRA), 2100 
Second Street SW, Washington, DC 20593
Phone: 202 267-1534

Peter D. Earekson, Project Manager, Marine Safety Center, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 400 7th Street SW, Washington, DC 
20590-0001
Phone: 202 366-6502

RIN: 2115-AG29
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1786.  PORT SECURITY PLANS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is considering a project to update plans for 
port security. We are currently reviewing comments from the public 
workshop of January 2002 on maritime security (notice of meeting 
published December 17, 2001 (66 FR 65020) and notice of availability of 
workshop agenda published January 16, 2002 (67 FR 2271)). This project 
would support the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime security, 
maritime safety, protection of natural resources, and mobility.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: LT Michael Roldan, Project Manager, G-MP, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-6164

RIN: 2115-AG37
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1787.  FACILITY SECURITY PLAN

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

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is considering a project to establish 
security plans for facilities other than passenger facilities. We are 
currently reviewing comments from the January 2002 public workshop on 
maritime security (notice of meeting published December 17, 2001 (66 FR 
65020) and notice of workshop agenda published January 16, 2002 (67 FR 
2271)). This project would be expected to support the Coast Guard 
strategic goals of maritime security, maritime safety, protection of 
natural resources, and mobility.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: LCDR John Farthing, G-MWP, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-2420

RIN: 2115-AG38
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1788.  PASSENGER FACILITY SECURITY PLAN

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is considering a project to update passenger 
facility security plans. We are currently reviewing comments from the 
January 2002 public workshop on maritime security (notice of meeting 
published December 17, 2001 (66 FR 65020) and notice of workshop agenda 
published January 16, 2002 (67 FR 2271)). This project would be 
expected to support the Coast Guard strategic goals of maritime 
security, maritime safety, protection of natural resources, and 
mobility.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

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Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: LCDR John Farthing, G-MWP, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-2420

RIN: 2115-AG39
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1789.  MARITIME SECURITY: PASSENGER VESSEL SECURITY

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1231

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is considering a project to establish 
security plans for passenger vessels. We are currently reviewing 
comments from the January 2002 public workshop on maritime security 
(notice of meeting published December 17, 2001 (66 FR 65020) and notice 
of workshop agenda published January 16, 2002 (67 FR 2271)). This 
project would be expected to support the Coast Guard strategic goals of 
maritime security, maritime safety, protection of natural resources, 
and mobility.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: LCDR Stephen Shapiro, G-MPV, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1005

RIN: 2115-AG40
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1790.  MARITIME SECURITY: HIGH CONSEQUENCE VESSELS

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1231

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is considering a project to establish 
security plans for high consequence and other vessels. We are currently 
reviewing comments from the January 2002 public workshop on maritime 
security (notice of meeting published December 17, 2001 (66 FR 65020) 
and notice of workshop agenda published January 16, 2002 (67 FR 2271)). 
This project would be expected to support the Coast Guard strategic 
goals of maritime security, maritime safety, protection of natural 
resources, and mobility.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: LCDR Stephen Shapiro, G-MPV, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street, SW, Washington, 
DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-1005

RIN: 2115-AG41
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1791.  IDENTIFICATION CREDENTIALS FOR MARITIME SECURITY

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 46 USC 2103

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Coast Guard is considering a project to update standards 
and procedures for identifying people aboard vessels, and at ports and 
facilities on waterfronts. These standards and procedures might include 
checks of backgrounds for people in security-sensitive positions, but 
would take account of (and as far as possible be compatible with) 
efforts to the same effect from international bodies, other Federal 
agencies, and States.
The purpose of the project would be to deter terrorism. The project 
would support the Coast Guard's strategic goals of maritime security, 
maritime safety, protection of natural resources, and mobility.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: LCDR Gerald Miante, Project Manager, G-MSO-1, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0221

RIN: 2115-AG42
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Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)



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1792. PERMITS FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF MUNICIPAL AND COMMERCIAL WASTES 
(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
Reopen Comment Period           05/03/01                    66 FR 22137

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Comment Period End              08/01/01
Final Rule                      02/11/02                     67 FR 6171
Final Rule Effective            03/13/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 89-014. 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: Michael Jendrossek, Project Manager, G-MSO-2, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 200593-000
Phone: 202 267-0836

RIN: 2115-AD23
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1793. PROPELLER INJURY PREVENTION ABOARD RENTAL BOATS (USCG-2001-10299)

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 examined the number and nature of injuries 
sustained from vessel propellers and helped 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. It 
considered regulations 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 
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. This rulemaking 
was withdrawn because of the lack of substantive information about 
benefits to prevent propeller strike injuries and to simplify the 
development of a series of new regulatory projects initiated in 
response to recent NBSAC recommendations. This rulemaking supported 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
Comment Period Reopened         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
Withdrawn                       12/10/01                    66 FR 63650

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 95-041.

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

Related RIN: Related To 2115-AG18
RIN: 2115-AF28
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1794. 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. This rule is being withdrawn so the Coast Guard can focus on 
new security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/08/02

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
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1795. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NATIONAL INVASIVE SPECIES ACT OF 1996 (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.

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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                      11/21/01                    66 FR 58381
Final Rule Effective            12/21/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: Old Docket Number CGD 97-068.

Agency Contact: LCDR 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
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1796. POLLUTION PREVENTION FOR OCEANGOING SHIPS AND CERTAIN VESSELS IN 
DOMESTIC SERVICE (USCG-2000-7641)

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 10 gross tons or more and 
other U.S.-flagged ships of 400 gross tons or more. It will eliminate 
and reduce requirements for shore connections on certain vessels of 100 
gross tons or more. This project supports the Coast Guard's Marine 
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                      11/02/01                    66 FR 55566
Final Rule Effective            12/03/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Previous Docket Number CGD 97-072.

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-AF56
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1797. CERTIFICATION OF NAVIGATION LIGHTS FOR UNINSPECTED COMMERCIAL 
VESSELS AND RECREATIONAL VESSELS (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 places navigation lights for recreational vessels 
and uninspected commercial vessels under regulatory control similar to 
that already in place for inspected commercial vessels. Specifically, 
it requires 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                      11/01/01                    66 FR 55086
Final Rule; Delay of Effective 
Date                            01/17/02                     67 FR 2329
Final Rule Effective            11/01/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

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
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1798. 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. This rule is

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being withdrawn so the Coast Guard conforms on new security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/08/02

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, 
792 T.J. Jackson DR, Falling Waters, WV 25419
Phone: 304 271-2400

RIN: 2115-AF71
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1799. 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. This rule is being withdrawn so the Coast Guard can 
focus on new security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/08/02

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
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1800. 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                      11/20/01                    66 FR 58066
Final Rule Effective            12/20/01

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. Fewer 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: LT Alan Blume, Project Manager, G-MWV-2, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0550

RIN: 2115-AF82
_______________________________________________________________________




1801. 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

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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                      05/01/01                    66 FR 21671
Final Rule, Partial Suspension  06/26/01                    66 FR 33844
Final Rule Effective            07/02/01
Final Rule, Partial Suspension, 
Comment Period End              09/24/01
Comment Period Reopened         10/24/01                    66 FR 53754
Comment Period End              11/23/01
Final Rule Removing Suspended 
Provision                       03/27/02                    67 FR 14643
Final Rule Effective            03/27/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1802. 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 conform to the provisions of the 
Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1996 which amended the relevant 
statutes 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. This rule is being 
withdrawn so the Coast Guard can focus on new security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/08/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: CDR Chris Olin, 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1803. 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:
First, 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.
Second, 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.
Third, 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:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               11/08/00                    65 FR 67136
Direct Final Rule Effective     03/08/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: In the Agenda for October 2001 we contemplated 
an interim final rule. On further review, however, we think the direct 
final rule can stand as published even if it entails technical 
amendments from time to time.

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
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1804. WEARING OF PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES (PFDS) BY CERTAIN CHILDREN 
ABOARD RECREATIONAL VESSELS (USCG-2000-8589)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 4302

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 175, subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule requires 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 adopts, on waters subject to the jurisdiction of the 
United States within any State, any requirement for the wearing of a 
PFD established by that State for a child under an age specified by 
that State. The rule also sets, on waters subject to the jurisdiction 
of the United States within any State lacking any such requirement, its 
own, comparable requirements. After publication of the final rule, the 
State Boating Law Administrator (BLA) of Ohio raised a concern about 
possible adverse impacts due to Federal

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enforcement of PFD wearing requirements because of vessel length. 
Withdrawal of the final rule before the effective date will enable the 
Coast Guard to develop and allow public comment on a new alternative. 
This project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of maritime 
safety.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/01/01                    66 FR 21717
NPRM Comment Period End         08/29/01
Final Rule                      02/27/02                     67 FR 8881
Notice of Withdrawal of Final 
Rule                            03/27/02                    67 FR 19643

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

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-AG04
_______________________________________________________________________




1805. SHIPBOARD MARINE POLLUTION EMERGENCY PLANS FOR OIL AND/OR NOXIOUS 
LIQUID SUBSTANCES (USCG-2001-9174)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1901 to 1915

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 151

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, January 1, 2003, Approved by Flag 
State of Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL 
73/78), Annex II, Regulation 16.

Abstract: This project would implement the requirements of the 
International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships 
(MARPOL 73/78), Annex II, Regulation 16. Regulation 16 requires that 
every ship of 150 gross tons and above, certified to carry noxious 
liquid substances (NLS), carry a shipboard marine pollution emergency 
plan for oil and/or NLS. Regulation 16 requires these plans be approved 
by the Flag State no later than January 1, 2003. This project will 
modify existing regulations in 33 CFR part 151 for Shipboard Oil 
Pollution Emergency Plans (SOPEP) to address this new requirement. This 
project supports the Coast Guard's strategic goal of protection of the 
marine environment. This rule is being withdrawn so the Coast Guard can 
focus on new security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/08/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LT Susan Klein, Project Manager, G-MOR, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0417

RIN: 2115-AG16
_______________________________________________________________________




1806. ALTERNATE COMPLIANCE PROGRAM (USCG-2001-10164)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 3316

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 126

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory project will incorporate Offshore Supply 
Vessels into the Coast Guard's Alternate Compliance Program. It 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic plan of marine safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               10/23/01                    66 FR 53542
Direct Final Rule Comment Period 
End                             12/24/01
Confirmation of Effective Date  01/17/02                     67 FR 2343
Final Rule Effective            01/22/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Benjamin Nicholson, Lieutenant, G-MSO, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Rm. 1304, 2100 Second ST SW, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0143

RIN: 2115-AG17
_______________________________________________________________________




1807. PORTABLE TANKS AND INTERMEDIATE BULK CONTAINERS (USCG-2001-10180)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 1903; 49 USC app 1804; EO 12234; 45 FR 58801; 3 
CFR, 1980 Comp., p. 277; 49 CFR 1.46; ...

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 98.30

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This project would revise the rules to permit the use of 
certain types of portable tanks and other bulk containers for the 
transfer of hazardous liquid cargoes while on board vessels. These 
tanks and containers are currently recognized for the transport of 
various hazardous materials in accordance with both the Hazardous 
Materials regulations (HMR) of the Department of Transportation in 
title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, subchapter C, and the 
International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code. This project 
supports the Coast Guard's strategic plans for marine safety and 
maritime mobility. This rule is being withdrawn so the Coast Guard can 
focus on new security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/08/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Emmanuel Pfersich, Project Manager, Department of 
Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, Washington, DC 
20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0083

RIN: 2115-AG19
_______________________________________________________________________




1808.  TECHNICAL AND FORMAL UPDATE OF RULES ON OFFICERS AND SEAMAN 
OF THE MERCHANT MARINE (USCG-2002-11359)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 552; 31 USC 9701; 33 USC 1231; 44 USC 3507; 46 
USC 2101; ...

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 10; 46 CFR 12; 46 CFR 13; 46 CFR 14; 46 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would extensively reorganize, clarify, and

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update subchapter B of title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Merchant 
Marine Officers and Seamen. Affected would be parts 10 (Licensing of 
Maritime Personnel), 12 (Certification of Seamen), 13 (Certification of 
Tankermen), 14 (Shipment and Discharge of Merchant Mariners), and 15 
(Manning Requirements), though not 16 (Chemical Testing).
The major thrust of this initiative would be to embrace several 
rulemakings central to domestic implementation of the International 
Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for 
Seafarers, 1978, as amended (STCW): (1) CGD 95-062, Implementation of 
the 1995 Amendments to STCW (integrating the Treaty into domestic 
rules); and (2) currently undocketed rulemaking on Medical and Physical 
Standards for U.S. Mariners. (This rulemaking would integrate those 
just identified with several other important ones); (3) USCG-1999-6224, 
Licensing and Manning for Officers of Towing Vessels; (4) USCG-1997-
3198, Alternate Convention Tonnage; (5) USCG-1999-5610, Implementation 
of the 1997 amendments to STCW Regulation V/3 (Special Training for 
Merchant Mariners Serving on Passenger Ships other than Roll-on/Roll-
off [Ro-Ro] Passenger Ships [``STCW II'']); and (6) currently 
undocketed Implementing the 1998 Amendments to the STCW Code, Tables A-
II/1 and A-II/2 (Training for Safe Handling of Solid Bulk Cargoes). 
This rule is being withdrawn so the Coast Guard can focus on new 
security projects.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/08/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: LCDR Gerald Miante, Project Manager, G-MSO-1, 
Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, 2100 Second Street SW, 
Washington, DC 20593-0001
Phone: 202 267-0221

RIN: 2115-AG34

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)



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1809. +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                           12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1810. +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
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    10/30/98                    63 FR 58331
NPRM Comment Period End         01/08/99
SNPRM                           08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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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
_______________________________________________________________________




1811. +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                            08/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1812. +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                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1813. +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

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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
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
6/19/96                         03/20/96                    61 FR 11492
SNPRM                           08/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1814. +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                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

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




1815. +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
SNPRM                           08/00/02

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: Tom Connor, Flight Standards Service, Department of

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Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW,, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8933

RIN: 2120-AG34
_______________________________________________________________________




1816. LICENSING AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR LAUNCH

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 
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
SNPRM                           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
_______________________________________________________________________




1817. +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                            12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1818. 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, and P. 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                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-97-335R.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1819. 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

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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                            08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William Wilkening, Office of Security, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-5885

RIN: 2120-AG75
_______________________________________________________________________




1820. +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                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1821. +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                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1822. ANTIDRUG AND ALCOHOL MISUSE PREVENTION PROGRAMS 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 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                            02/28/02                     67 FR 9366
NPRM Comment Period End         05/29/02
Final Action                    07/00/02

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

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1823. 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

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                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1824. +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; 49 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                            02/05/02                     67 FR 5268
NPRM Comment Period End         05/06/02
Final Action                    12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1825. 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                            08/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1826. 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; 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                            06/00/02

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

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_______________________________________________________________________




1827. PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA proposes to shorten the time for passenger 
announcements in an emergency in transport category airplanes. This 
proposal would shorten the time for passenger announcements in an 
emergency from 10- to 3-seconds between the removal of the microphone 
from its stowage by a flight crewmember and its operation. Adopting 
this proposal would eliminate regulatory differences between the 
airworthiness standards for the U.S. and the Joint Aviation 
Requirements of Europe, without affecting current industry design 
practices.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-00-227.

Agency Contact: Kirk Baker, Aircraft Certification Serbice, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 3960 Paramount 
Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712
Phone: 562 627-5345

RIN: 2120-AH30
_______________________________________________________________________




1828. SAFE, EFFICIENT USE, AND PRESERVATION OF THE NAVIGABLE AIRSPACE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 77

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice of proposed rulemaking proposes to add and amend 
definitions for terms commonly used during the aeronautical evaluation 
process. This action proposes amendments to obstruction standards for 
civil airport imaginary surfaces in order to promote and facilitate 
harmonization with other FAA directives. This proposal also proposes to 
simplify and clarify the rule language in accordance with the plain 
language initiative.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ATA-00-490.

Agency Contact: Ellen Crum, Air Traffic Rules Procedures Branch, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3155

RIN: 2120-AH31
_______________________________________________________________________




1829. DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR PRESSURIZATION AND PNEUMATIC SYSTEMS 
INSTALLED ON TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposal would revise the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes by incorporating the more defined design 
and compliance criteria currently contained in the counterpart European 
standards. 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                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kenneth Frey, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW,, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2673

RIN: 2120-AH33
_______________________________________________________________________




1830. DESIGN STANDARDS FOR FUSELAGE DOORS ON TRANSPORT CATEGORY 
AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would amend the design standards for fuselage 
doors, hatches, and exits on transport category airplanes. This 
proposal would relieve a certification burden on industry by 
eliminating regulatory differences between the air standards of the 
United States and Joint Aviation Requirements of Europe without 
affecting current industry design practices.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-96-398.

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-AH34
_______________________________________________________________________




1831. REVERSE THRUST AND PROPELLER PITCH SETTINGS BELOW THE FLIGHT 
REGIME

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to require a means to prevent the 
flightcrew on turbo-propeller-powered airplanes from inadvertently or 
intentionally placing the power lever below flight idle while in 
flight, unless the airplane has been certified for in-flight operation. 
This action proposes to eliminate regulatory differences

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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                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-00-700.

Agency Contact: Jennifer Abdul-Wali, Transportation Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-6322
Fax: 202 366-9313
Email: [email protected]

Mike Kaszycki, Transport Airplane Directorate, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., 
Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2137

RIN: 2120-AH35
_______________________________________________________________________




1832. MATERIAL STRENGTH PROPERTIES AND DESIGN VALUES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA proposes to revise the material strength properties 
and material design values requirement for transport category airplanes 
by incorporating changes developed in cooperation with the Joint 
Aviation Authorities of Europe and the U.S. and European aviation 
industry through the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee. This 
proposal is intended to achieve common requirements and language 
between the requirements of the U.S. regulations and the Joint Aviation 
Requirements of Europe, while maintaining at least the level of safety 
provided by the current regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/29/02                     67 FR 4318
NPRM Comment Period End         04/01/02
Final Action                    08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-98-300.

Agency Contact: Rich Yarges, Airframe and Airworthiness Branch, 
Aircraft Certification Service, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Aviation Administration, Northwest Mountain Region, 1601 Lind Avenue 
SW, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2143

RIN: 2120-AH36
_______________________________________________________________________




1833. REVISIONS TO VARIOUS POWERPLANT INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS FOR 
TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to revise the standards applicable to 
thrust or power augmentation systems, fuel filling points, designated 
fire zones, and powerplant instruments. 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                            01/31/02                     67 FR 4856
NPRM Comment Period End         04/01/02
Final Action                    08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-01-467.

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-AH37
_______________________________________________________________________




1834. TRIM SYSTEMS AND PROTECTIVE BREATHING EQUIPMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed action would amend airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes concerning trim systems and protective 
breathing equipment. The proposed action would add language that would 
require a clearly marked range on the trim indication system where 
take-off is safe for all center of gravity positions. 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                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-00-567.

Agency Contact: Kenneth Frey, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue SW,, Renton, WA 98055-4056
Phone: 425 227-2673

RIN: 2120-AH40
_______________________________________________________________________




1835. REVISIONS TO PASSENGER FACILITY CHARGE RULE FOR COMPENSATION TO 
AIR CARRIERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40116 to 40117; 49 USC 47111; 49 
USC 47114 to 47116; PL 106-181

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 158

Legal Deadline: None

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Abstract: FAA proposes to amend the passenger facility charge (PFC) 
rules by changing the amount and basis of compensation an air carrier 
may receive for collecting, handling, and remitting PFC revenue. This 
action is necessary because statute mandates that air carriers receive 
fair and reasonable compensation for their expenses.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: APP-00-672R.

Agency Contact: Eric Gabler, Passenger Facility Charge Branch, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration
Phone: 202 267-3845

RIN: 2120-AH43
_______________________________________________________________________




1836. NOISE STRINGENCY INCREASE FOR SINGLE-ENGINE PROPELLER-DRIVEN SMALL 
AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44715

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA is proposing a change to the noise limits for 
propeller-driven small airplanes. The FAA, the European Joint Aviation 
Authorities (JAA), and representatives from the United States and 
European propeller-driven small airplane industries developed the ICAO 
Annex 16 noise limit change in a joint effort. The proposed change 
would provide nearly uniform noise certification standards for 
airplanes certificated in the United States and in the JAA countries.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AEE-01-133R.

Agency Contact: Mehmet Marsan, Office of Environment and Energy, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7703

RIN: 2120-AH44
_______________________________________________________________________




1837.  AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS FOR CLASSES B AND F CARGO COMPARTMENT 
FOR TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA proposes to amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes to incorporate revised standards for Class 
B cargo compartments and establish standards for a new Class F cargo 
compartment, and to harmonize those requirements with standards 
proposed for the European Joint Aviation Requirements 25.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-93-725-A.

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-AH47
_______________________________________________________________________




1838.  MODIFICATION OF THE DIMENSIONS OF THE GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK 
SPECIAL FLIGHT RULES AREA AND FLIGHT FREE ZONES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 14 USC 40103; 49 USC 40113

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91; 14 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to modify the Grand Canyon National Park 
Special Flight Rules Area and two-associated Flight Free Zones in the 
east end of the Park.. In addition this action proposes minor 
modifications to the Bright Angel and Desert View Flight Free Zone. The 
FAA is proposing these actions to assist the National Park Service in 
fulfilling its statutory mandate to substantially restore the natural 
quiet and experience in Grand Canyon National Park.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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-AH48
_______________________________________________________________________




1839.   FLIGHT RESTRICTIONS IN THE VICINITY OF NIAGARA FALLS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 40106; 49 USC 
40109; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 44502; 49 USC 444514; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44719; 49 USC 46301

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to codify current flight restrictions 
for aircraft operating in U.S. airspace in the vicinity of Niagara 
Falls, NY. The FAA is proposing this action to complement flight 
management procedures established for Niagara Falls by Transport 
Canada.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Terry Brown, Airspace and Rules Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal

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Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 
20591
Phone: 202 267-8783

RIN: 2120-AH57
_______________________________________________________________________




1840.  POWERPLANT CONTROLS ON TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES, GENERAL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking proposes to amend the airworthiness standards 
for transport category airplanes concerning design requirements for 
powerplant valves controlled from the flightdeck. 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                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jennifer Abdul-Wali, Transportation Specialist, 
Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-6322
Fax: 202 366-9313
Email: [email protected]

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-AH65
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)



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1841. 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 phenomena that could create a hazard 
to air navigation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Review                06/19/78                    43 FR 26322
Review Conference               12/08/80
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                    05/00/02

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: 202 267-3155

RIN: 2120-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________




1842. 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 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                 05/00/02

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

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1843. 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. 10/00/2001 - 10/00/2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/02

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, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6322
Fax: 202 366-9313
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
_______________________________________________________________________




1844. 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. 10/00/2001 to 10/00/2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1845. 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 FAA 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. 10/00/2001 
- 10/00/2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/02

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

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1846. 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

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technical in nature and are issued routinely and frequently to maintain 
operational efficiency. Total actions expected--400. 10/00/2001 through 
10/00/2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Actions Will Continue Through   10/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1847. 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 have added 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. Based upon comments and after further analysis, the FAA 
is withdrawing this rulemaking. There are existing regulations that 
adequately cover the issues contained in the NPRM, and Advisory 
Circular No. 20-143, Installation, Inspection, and Maintenance of 
Controls for General Aviation Reciprocating Aircraft Engines, issued on 
June 6, 2000, provides additional guidance on maintenance procedures.

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
To Be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1848. 1-G STALLING SPEED AS A BASIS FOR AIRCRAFT PARTS

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
Final Action                    08/00/02

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: 425 227-4056

RIN: 2120-AD40
_______________________________________________________________________




1849. +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 amends part 108 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations to incorporate new requirements in response to worldwide 
terrorist activity. This final rule contains changes that are intended 
to enhance security for the traveling public, and aircraft operators. A 
final rule establishing a compliance program is forthcoming, which 
would require compliance programs for Aircraft Operators. 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

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NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/10/99                    64 FR 43322
Comment Period End              09/24/99
Final Action                    07/17/01                    66 FR 37330
Final Action Effective          11/14/01
Final Action; Compliance Program05/00/02

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: Linda Valencia, Office of Civil Aviation Security, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3413

RIN: 2120-AD45
_______________________________________________________________________




1850. +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. The intent of this final rule is to 
enhance security for the traveling public, aircraft operators, and 
persons employed by or conducting business at public airports by 
increasing awareness of and compliance with civil aviation security 
measures. A final rule is forthcoming on compliance, which would 
require compliance program for airport security. 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                    07/17/01                    66 FR 37274
Final Action Effective          11/14/01
Final Action; Compliance Program05/00/02

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: 202 267-7723

RIN: 2120-AD46
_______________________________________________________________________




1851. +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                    05/00/02

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 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7355

RIN: 2120-AE42
_______________________________________________________________________




1852. 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

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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                    08/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1853. 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                 05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1854. +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 proposed to 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 (CAMI) and intended 
to improve the ability of occupants to evacuate an airplane under 
emergency conditions. The FAA is withdrawing this proposed rulemaking 
as some of the information is outdated. The CAMI research is still 
ongoing. The FAA may issue a new rulemaking in the future. 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
To be Withdrawn                 05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1855. 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 Rrlemaking (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                 08/00/02

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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
_______________________________________________________________________




1856. +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
Final Action                    12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1857. +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 developed an NPRM that proposes to codify the language of the 
legislation and to adopt an altitude that would define a commercial air 
tour operation. 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.

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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                            04/27/01                    66 FR 21264
NPRM Comment Period End         06/11/01
Final Action                    05/00/02

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 the Rocky Mountain National Park. Project Number: ARM-97-
318A

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1858. 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                05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1859. +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                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lon M. Siro, Aviation Security Specialist, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, ACP-100, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Office of Civil Aviation Security Policy and 
Planning, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8058

RIN: 2120-AG51
_______________________________________________________________________




1860. +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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Advance Notice of Proposed 
Policy                          08/12/98                    63 FR 43228
Comment Period End              10/13/98

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Comment Period Extended         12/22/98                    63 FR 70834
Comment Period End              01/31/99
Final Action                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1861. 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                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1862. +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                    05/00/02

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: 202 267-3946

RIN: 2120-AG84
_______________________________________________________________________




1863. +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                    12/00/02

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

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Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8541

RIN: 2120-AG87
_______________________________________________________________________




1864. +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                            11/01/01                    66 FR 55506
NPRM Comment Period End         12/31/01
Final Action                    12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project No. AFS-98-314R

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1865. +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 document proposes upgraded 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.

Statement of Need: Service history and laboratory testing demonstrate 
that the current flammability requirements applicable to thermal/
acoustic insulation materials may not be providing the intended 
protection against the spread of fires. Additionally, the FAA considers 
that increased protection against external fire penetrating the 
fuselage can be provided by proper selection of the same material. 
These new test methods would not only provide for increased in-flight 
fire safety, by reducing the flammability of thermal/acoustic 
insulation blankets, but would provide increased time for evacuation 
during externally fed, post crash fires by increasing fuselage 
burnthrough resistance.

Summary of Legal Basis: 49 USC 4401 empowers the Administrator to 
prescribe regulations and minimum standards in the interest of safety 
for aircraft and equipment.

Alternatives: The FAA considered several options to identify the least 
intrusive and most cost effective alternative to increase the level of 
safety for insulation materials. The alternatives considered were as 
follows: (1) Utilize the industry test instead of the requirements 
proposed; this would not screen out certain types of materials shown to 
propagate a fire under more realistic conditions, but would screen out 
the worst performers. (2) Limit replacement of insulation materials to 
only certain parts of the airplane; it is not feasible to specify areas 
of the airplane that are more crucial than others. This would be an 
economic consideration that would not address safety issues. (3) Change 
the effectivity or compliance times to reduce the number of airplanes 
affected; the proposal will be designed to optimize costs versus 
benefits in this regard. Changes to either would be less than optimal. 
(4) Propose some combination of the above. Other combinations would 
either reduce the level of safety or be less cost-effective.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The total cost of this rule is $68.0 
million, or $36.5 million discounted to present value if only blanket 
material changes are made to the aircraft. If manufacturers need to 
make configuration changes to the aircraft as well as material changes 
to their drawings, the FAA estimates that total costs would be $103.1 
million or $68.2 million discounted to present value. The FAA is unable 
to quantify the benefits for this rule. However, preventing the loss of 
one airplane and its passengers over the 20-year period is not likely. 
Assuming such a loss would occur at the midpoint of the analysis, or in 
2009, with 169 passengers, the nondiscounted loss would be $455.5 
million, or $231.5 million discounted to present value (again, assuming 
society's willingness to pay $2.7 million to avoid a fatality). This 
loss does not include the value of the airplane. Even without loss of 
life, as several of the incidents show, a hull loss could exceed tens 
of millions of dollars. The FAA therefore has determined that this 
proposed rule would be cost beneficial.

Risks: The FAA is aware of several events in which the flammability 
characteristics of thermal/acoustic insulation material may have been a 
contributing factor of airplane fires. The FAA initiated investigations 
and research to determine the appropriateness of applying existing

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Bunsen burner flammability criteria to thermal/acoustic insulation, as 
typically installed in concealed and inaccessible areas. This rule is 
necessary to decrease the risk of fires on airplanes and to improve 
airplane fire safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/20/00                    65 FR 56992
NPRM Comment Period End         01/18/01
Final Rule                      05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1866. 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 rulemaking will amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes concerning the protection of electrical 
system components. This action will 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                            05/15/01                    66 FR 26964
NPRM Comment Period End         07/16/01
Final Action                    12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1867. +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          05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Paul Larson, Office of Aviation Policy and Plans, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3296

RIN: 2120-AG93
_______________________________________________________________________




1868. +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 to 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

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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 to 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 to 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                    12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1869. 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 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                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1870. 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

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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                    08/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1871. +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

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                            07/18/01                    66 FR 37520
NPRM Comment Period End         10/16/01
Final Action                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1872. 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                    08/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1873. 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. This proposal will also 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                            04/30/01                    66 FR 21492

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NPRM Comment Period End         06/14/01
Final Action                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1874. 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 amends the airworthiness standards for transport 
category airplanes concerning the airspeed indicating system. This rule 
adds 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 rulemaking eliminates 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                            05/15/01                    66 FR 26948
NPRM Comment Period End         07/16/01
Final Action                    12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels 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: 425 227-4056

RIN: 2120-AH26
_______________________________________________________________________




1875. 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 amends the airworthiness standards for transport 
category airplanes concerning electrical equipment and nickel cadmium 
battery installations, and nickel cadmium battery storage. This 
rulemaking eliminates 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                            05/17/01                    66 FR 27582
NPRM Comment Period End         07/16/01
Final Action                    12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1876. 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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action amends the airworthiness standards for transport 
category airplanes concerning the design and installation of electronic 
equipment. The rule requires 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 rulemaking would eliminate 
regulatory differences between the airworthiness standards of the 
United States and the Joint Aviation Requirements of Europe, without 
affecting current industry design practices

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/15/01                    66 FR 26956
NPRM Comment Period End         07/16/01
Final Action                    12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1877. 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 rule amends the airworthiness standards for transport 
category airplanes concerning electrical cables. This action harmonizes 
part 25 and JAR-25 requirements concerning cable installations and 
clarify the cable

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design requirements ensuring that the designer considers the critical 
conditions, routings, and markings of a proper installation. This 
rulemaking eliminates regulatory differences between the airworthiness 
standards of the United States and the Joint Aviation Requirements of 
Europe, without affecting current industry design practices.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/15/01                    66 FR 26942
NPRM Comment Period End         07/16/01
Final Action                    11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1878. LOWER DECK SERVICE COMPARTMENTS ON TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action proposes to require that two-way voice 
communication systems between lower deck service compartments and the 
flight deck remain available following loss of the normal electrical 
power generating system. 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                            01/24/02                     67 FR 3456
NPRM Comment Period End         03/25/02
Final Action                    07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-00-554.

Agency Contact: Jayson Claar, Transport Airplane Directorate, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 1601 
Lind Avenue, SW
Phone: 425 227-2194

RIN: 2120-AH38
_______________________________________________________________________




1879. TRANSITION TO AN ALL STAGE 3 FLEET OPERATING IN THE 48 CONTIGUOUS 
UNITED STATES AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 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 
46504; 49 USC 46506; 49 USC 46507; 49 USC 47122; z49 USC 47508; 49 USC 
47528 to 487531

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule removes outdated language, revises several 
sections, and adds one new section to the noise operating regulations. 
Some revisions are a result of recent statutory changes to the Airport 
Noise and Capacity Act. The new section defines specific filing 
procedures and criteria for special flight authorizations. These 
revisions will make the noise operating regulations consistent with 
recent statutory provisions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule; Request for Comments12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AEE-00-159.

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-AH41
_______________________________________________________________________




1880. HARMONIZATION OF NOISE CERTIFICATION STANDARDS FOR PROPELLER-
DRIVEN SMALL AIRPLANES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
44701; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44704; 49 USC 44715

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 36

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule harmonizes two technical items with 
international regulations to provide uniform noise certification 
standards for airplanes certificated in the U.S. and JAA (European 
Joint Aviation Authorities) countries. This will help to simplify 
airworthiness approvals for import and export purposes. The revisions 
to these two items will apply only to a small number of older 
technology airplanes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule; Request for Comments12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AEE-01-134.

Agency Contact: Mehmet Marsan, Office of Environment and Energy, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7703

RIN: 2120-AH42
_______________________________________________________________________




1881.  DFDR RESOLUTIONS REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 
to 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 
44901; 49 USC 44903 to 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 49 USC 44113

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

[[Page 33459]]

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action allows operators of specified airplanes to 
operate those airplanes under parts 121, 125, or 135 without meeting 
the resolution requirements for certain parameters of information 
recorded by flight data recorders. This action is needed to allow 
operators of these airplanes to continue operating these airplanes with 
their current recording capabilities until the FAA is able to determine 
the appropriate remedy for this problem.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule Effective            08/17/01
Final Rule; Request for Comments08/22/01                    66 FR 44270
Comment Period End              09/21/01
Final Action                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-01-551-E.

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-AH46
_______________________________________________________________________




1882.   +CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECKS

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; 40 
USC 44907; 49 USC 44913 to 44914; 49 USC 44932; 49 USC 44935 to 44936; 
49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 107; 14 CFR 108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule requires each airport operator and aircraft 
operator that has adopted a security program under part 107 and part 
108, respectively, to conduct fingerprint-based criminal history record 
checks for individuals if they have not already undergone criminal 
history record checks. This rule will ensure that individuals in these 
positions do not have disqualifying criminal offenses. This action is 
significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule; Request for Comments12/06/01                    66 FR 63473
Final Rule Effective            12/06/01
Comment Period End              01/07/02
Comment Period Reopened         01/25/02                     67 FR 3810
Comment Period End              03/11/02
Final Action                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Linda Valencia, Office of Civil Aviation Security, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3413

RIN: 2120-AH53
_______________________________________________________________________




1883.   ENDURING FREEDOM SPECIAL FEDERAL AVIATION REGULATION (SFAR)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 1354(a); 49 USC 1355; 49 USC 1421; 49 USC 1422; 
49 USC 1427

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 63; 14 CFR 65

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA is issuing a Special Federal Aviation Regulation 
(SFAR) that allows Flight Standards District Offices (FSDO) to accept 
expired flight instructor certificates and inspection authorizations 
for renewals from civilian and military personnel who serve in 
Operation Enduring Freedom. The effect of this action is to give these 
airmen extra time to meet certain eligibility requirements in the 
current rules.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Lynch, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3844

RIN: 2120-AH58
_______________________________________________________________________




1884.   +SCREENERS, QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING, AND TESTING

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 41706; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 
44705 to 44706; 49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44716 to 44717; 49 USC 44722; 49 
USC 44901 to 44907; 49 USC 44913 to 44914; 49 USC 44935 to 44936; 49 
USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 108; 14 CFR 129; 14 CFR 191

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule provides additional qualifications, training, 
and testing of individuals who screen persons and property that are 
carried in passenger aircraft. This action is significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Scott Cummings, Office of Civil Aviation Security, 
Policy, and Planning, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW.,, Washington, DC 20951
Phone: 202 267-3413

RIN: 2120-AH59
_______________________________________________________________________




1885.   PROCEDURES FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF AIRPORTS, ON-AIRPORT PARKING 
LOTS AND VENDORS OF ON-AIRFIELD DIRECT SERVICES TO AIR CARRIERS FOR 
SECURITY MANDATES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-71; 115 Stat. 597

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 154

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA is proposing procedures for certain operators to 
apply for reimbursement of allowable

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costs incurred to comply with certain security requirements imposed by 
the FAA or Transportation Security Administration on or after September 
11, 2001. These procedures are needed to inform airport operations, on-
airport parking lots, and vendors of on-airfield direct services to air 
carriers how to apply for reimbursement of allowable costs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/21/01                    66 FR 66238
NPRM Comment Period End         01/22/02
Final Action                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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-AH60
_______________________________________________________________________




1886.   +ENHANCED SECURITY PROCEDURES FOR OPERATIONS AT CERTAIN 
AIRPORTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 40101; 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 
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 rule requires any person operating an aircraft to or 
from College Park Airport, Potomac Airfield, and Washington Executive/
Hyde Field to conduct those operations in accordance with security 
procedures approved by the Administrator. This action is being taken to 
restore aircraft operations at these airports while attempting to 
counter possible terrorist threats to the National Capital region. This 
action is significant because of substantial public interest and safety 
implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule Effective            02/13/02
Final Rule; Request for Comments02/19/02                     67 FR 7538
Comment Period End              04/22/02
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bruce Landry, Office of Civil Aviation Security Policy, 
and Planning, Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation 
Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW.,, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8320

RIN: 2120-AH62
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1887. +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
_______________________________________________________________________




1888. 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1889. 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1890. +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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1891. 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:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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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

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1892. 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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1893. +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

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
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1894. 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

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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
_______________________________________________________________________




1895. +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
_______________________________________________________________________




1896. 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1897. 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1898. +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

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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 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
_______________________________________________________________________




1899. +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: David Catey, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8166

RIN: 2120-AG35
_______________________________________________________________________




1900. +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

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1901. MISCELLANEOUS FLIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FAA proposes to amend the airworthiness standards for 
transport category airplanes concerning miscellaneous flight 
requirements. 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                            01/14/02                     67 FR 1846
NPRM Comment Period End         03/15/02
Final Action                    07/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ANM-00-226.

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: 425 227-4056

RIN: 2120-AH39
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Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)



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1902. +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

Abstract: This action codifies 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 also clarifyies 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. 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, section 510 of PL 
106-181 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 
shared 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                    10/31/01                    66 FR 55042
Final Action Effective          11/30/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: AFS-93-154R

Agency Contact: Thomas Longridge, Flight Standards Services, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-3789

RIN: 2120-AF04
_______________________________________________________________________




1903. 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

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by proposing that all persons who remove any life-limited aircraft part 
be required to have a method to prevent the installation of a 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 final rule also requires 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                    01/15/02                     67 FR 2098
Final Action Effective          04/15/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Al Michaels, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7501

RIN: 2120-AH11
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1904. 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 amends 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                    12/10/01                    66 FR 63888
Final Action Effective          12/10/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Regulatory Evaluation 12/18/00; 65 FR 79284.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1905. 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                    02/11/02                     67 FR 6364
Final Action Effective          03/13/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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-AH21
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1906. 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 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

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      09/28/01                    66 FR 49818
Final Rule Effective            11/13/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Project Number: ATA-95-294R.

Agency Contact: Sheri Edgett Baron, Office of Air Traffic Airspace 
Management, Department of

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Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9354

RIN: 2120-AH25
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1907.   TEMPORARY EXTENSION OF TIME ALLOWED FOR CERTAIN TRAINING AND 
TESTING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
41706; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 
49 USC 44707; 49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 45102 to 45103; 49 USC 
45301 to 45302

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 61; 14 CFR 63; 14 CFR 121; 14 CFR 135; 14 CFR 142

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This final rule extends the time allowed to meet certain 
qualification requirements. This action will temporarily extend the 
time allowed to complete the requirements needed to remain qualified or 
to become qualified to perform certain functions. This action is being 
taken because the affected persons may not have been able to timely 
fulfill requirements due to the circumstances in the wake of the 
September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action Effective          10/01/01
Final Action                    10/12/01                    66 FR 52278

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kent Stephens, Flight Standards Service, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW.,, Washington, DC 20951
Phone: 202 267-9518

RIN: 2120-AH51
_______________________________________________________________________




1908.   +FLIGHTCREW COMPARTMENT ACCESS AND DOOR DESIGNS

Priority: Other Significant

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

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action allows airline operators to quickly modify the 
flightcrew compartment door to delay or deter unauthorized entry to the 
flightcrew compartment. This action temporarily authorizes variances 
from existing design standards for the doors and allows for approval 
for return to service of modified airplanes without prior approved data 
if the modification constitutes a major alteration. This action is 
being taken in the wake of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks 
against four U.S. commercial airplanes. This rulemaking is significant 
because of substantial public interest and safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      10/09/01                    66 FR 51546
Final Rule Effective            10/09/01
Final Rule Effective            10/17/01                    66 FR 52834

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kimberly Smith, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7424

RIN: 2120-AH52
_______________________________________________________________________




1909.   +FLIGHT CREW DOOR DESIGNS ACCESS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1153; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 
40119; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 
to 44711; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 46105

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking temporarily authorizes variances from 
existing design standards for the flightcrew compartment door and 
allows for approval for return to service of modified airplanes without 
prior approved data if the modification constitutes a major alteration. 
This action also clarifies the 90 day and 180 day time frames in 
earlier versions of this Special Federal Aviation Regulation. This 
action is significant because of substantial public interest and safety 
implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/21/01                    66 FR 58650
Final Action Effective          11/21/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Smith Kimberly, Aircraft Ceterification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW.,, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7242

RIN: 2120-AH54
_______________________________________________________________________




1910.   +FLIGHT CREWS COMPARTMENT ACCESS AND DOOR DESIGN

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 
41706; 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 will allow operators to quickly modify the 
flightcrew compartment door to delay or deter unauthorized entry to the 
flightcrew compartment. This action temporarily authorizes variances 
from existing design standards for the doors and allows for approval 
for return to service of modified airplanes without prior approved data 
if the modification constitutes a major alteration. This action further 
prohibits the possession of flightdeck compartment door keys by other 
than the flightcrew during flight, unless the flightdeck door has an 
internal flightdeck locking device installed, operative and in use.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      01/15/02                     67 FR 2112
Final Rule                      03/19/02                    67 FR 12820
Final Rule Effective            01/15/03
Final Rule Effective 03/19/2002 
to                              04/09/03

[[Page 33468]]

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kimberly Smith, Aircraft Certification Service, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-7424

RIN: 2120-AH55
_______________________________________________________________________




1911.   +SECURITY CONSIDERATIONS IN THE DESIGN OF THE FLIGHTDECK ON 
TRANSPORT CATEGORY AIRPLANES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 31 USC 9701; 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; ...

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 25; 14 CFR 121

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action implements two security design requirements 
governing transport category airplane design. The amendment requires a 
means to protect the fightdeck from unauthorized intrusion and small 
arms fire or fragmentation devices. The FAA is also requiring that 
certain operators of passenger-carrying airplanes comply with this 
amendment to prevent unauthorized access to the flightdeck. These 
amendments are being adopted to further enhance air carrier security in 
response to the heightened threat to U.S. civil aviation. This action 
is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      01/15/02                     67 FR 2118
Final Rule Effective            01/15/02
Comment Period End              03/18/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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-AH56
_______________________________________________________________________




1912.   +AIRSPACE AND FLIGHT OPERATIONS REQUIREMENTS FOR THE 
2002 WINTER OLYMPIC GAMES AT SALT LAKE CITY, UT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 
44716; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46507; 49 USC 
47528 to 47531

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This Special Federal Aviation Regulation establishes 
restrictions for aircraft operations in the vicinity of the 2002 Winter 
Olympic Games to be held in Salt Lake City, UT. This action also 
establishes a security process for certain flight arrivals and 
departures at specified airports in the vicinity of the Olympic Games. 
This action is significant because of substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action Effective          01/15/02
Final Action                    01/18/02                     67 FR 2774

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Cliff Armstrong, Special Operations Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 
Independence Avenue SW.,, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-9155

RIN: 2120-AH61
_______________________________________________________________________




1913.   REMOVAL OF THE PROHIBITION AGAINST CERTAIN FLIGHTS WITHIN 
THE TERRITORY AND AIRSPACE OF AFGHANISTAN

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 
40113; 49 USC 40120; 49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 
44709; 49 USC 44711

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 91

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action removes Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 
90, which prohibits flight operations within the territory and airspace 
of Afghanistan. This action is taken because the heightened threat to 
civil aviation within the territory and airspace of Afghanistan, which 
warranted the issuance of the emergency rule, no longer exists.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule Effective            09/19/01
Final Rule                      09/24/01                    66 FR 48942
Final Action Effective          02/01/02
Final Action                    02/07/02                     67 FR 5888

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David L. Catey, Air Transportation Division, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence 
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591
Phone: 202 267-8166

RIN: 2120-AH64


[[Page 33469]]

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1914. WORK ZONE MOBILITY AND 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 initiative.
The current proposed regulatory action will further enhance the work 
zone safety initiative by expanding its focus to include both safety 
and mobility. The proposed action will incorporate the use of new work 
zone techniques and technologies, update current policy and regulation, 
and emphasize issues affecting the safety and mobility of highway 
workers and highway users.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/06/02                     67 FR 5532
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/06/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Scott Battles, Office of Transportation Operations, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4372

RIN: 2125-AE29
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1915. 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                            07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert E.L. Davis, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2997

RIN: 2125-AC60
_______________________________________________________________________




1916. 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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/19/95                    60 FR 36991
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      09/18/95
NPRM                            10/00/02

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

[[Page 33470]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1917. +FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY PROGRAM; 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) 
implementing safety, bridge, pavement, and congestion management 
systems 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. The transportation planning procedures will be addressed in a 
separate NPRM.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/01/99                    64 FR 47749
ANRPM Comment Period End        11/01/99
NPRM                            08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Butch Wlaschin, Federal Lands Highway Office, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9486

RIN: 2125-AE52
_______________________________________________________________________




1918. +FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY PROGRAM; 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), 
for the proposed safety, bridge, pavement, and congestion management 
systems 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. The transportation planning procedures will be addressed in a 
separate NPRM.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/01/99                    64 FR 47746
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/01/99
NPRM                            08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Butch Wlaschin, Federal Lands Highway Office, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9486

RIN: 2125-AE53
_______________________________________________________________________




1919. +FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY PROGRAM; 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

[[Page 33471]]

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) for the 
proposed safety, bridge, pavement and congestion management systems 
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. The transportation planning procedures will be addressed in a 
separate NPRM.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/01/99                    64 FR 47741
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/01/99
NPRM                            08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Butch Wlaschin, Federal Lands Highway Office, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9486

RIN: 2125-AE54
_______________________________________________________________________




1920. +FEDERAL LANDS HIGHWAY PROGRAM; 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

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 Century (TEA-21) for the proposed safety, 
bridge, pavement and congestion management systems 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. The 
transportation planning procedures will be addressed in a separate 
NPRM.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/01/99                    64 FR 47744
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/01/99
NPRM                            08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Butch Wlaschin, Federal Lands Highway Office, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9486

RIN: 2125-AE55
_______________________________________________________________________




1921. 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                            10/00/02

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

[[Page 33472]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1922. +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 Supreme Court 
that held that FHWA's current regulations have broad preemptive effect.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1923. 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                            07/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1924. +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                           09/26/01                    66 FR 49154
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/26/01
NPRM                            02/00/03

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: 202 366-9487

RIN: 2125-AE86
_______________________________________________________________________




1925. COMMERCIAL VEHICLE WIDTH EXCLUSIVE DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31111; 49 USC 31113

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 658

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action responds to two unique requests with respect to 
the exclusion of certain devices from established truck length and 
width requirements.
Proposed is an increase from 3 to 4 inches of the distance from the 
side of a commercial vehicle within which non-cargo carrying devices 
are excluded from vehicle width measurement.
In a separate matter, the Senate Committee on Appropriations has 
requested the FHWA consider a special allowance, within reasonable 
safety limitations, concerning the commercial movement of recreational 
vehicles (RVs) with incidental appurtenances, such as retractable 
awnings, that extend beyond current Federal width limitations. A number 
of States have enacted laws that allow incidental appurtenances on 
noncommercial RVs to exceed State width limitations.
The FHWA intends to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking inviting 
public comment and addressing all aspects of these proposed special 
exclusions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Robert E.L. Davis, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-2997

RIN: 2125-AE90

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1926. DEBT FINANCING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 122

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 140

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this action, the FHWA proposes to amend its regulation on 
reimbursement for bond issue projects to implement the changes made to 
23 USC 122 by the National Highway System Designation Act of 1995 (NHS) 
(Pub. L. 104-59, November 28, 1995, 109 Stat. 568). Section 311 of the 
NHS amended 23 USC 122 to make debt financing costs related to title 23 
projects eligible for Federal reimbursement.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dale M. Gray, Federal-Aid Financial Management 
Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 
Room 4313, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0978

RIN: 2125-AE91
_______________________________________________________________________




1927.   MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(d); 23 USC 315; 23 USC 402(a)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 655, subpart F

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices contains the 
Standards, Guidance, and Options for installing all traffic control 
devices (signs, traffic signals, and pavement markings) on the nation's 
roadways opened to public travel. By following the Manual drivers, 
pedestrians, and bicyclists encounter the same uniform signs, traffic 
signals, and pavement markings, used in identical ways, along their 
trip. As a result of changes in technology, materials, and management 
strategies, the devices in the Manual and their uses need to be updated 
and amended on an annual basis.
This proposed amendment is in keeping with the Secretary of 
Transportation's authority under 23 U.S.C. 109(d), 315, and 402(a) to 
promulgate uniform guidelines to promote the safe and efficient use of 
highways.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Amendments   10/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: 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-AE93
_______________________________________________________________________




1928.  +DESIGNATION OF DROMEDARY EQUIPPED TRUCK TRACTOR-SEMITRAILERS AS 
SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31111(g)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 658

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is requesting comments on this proposal, which would 
designate dromedary equipped truck tractor-semitrailers, when hauling 
munitions for the Department of Defense (DOD), as specialized 
equipment. No State would be able to limit this combination to less 
than 75 feet.
This proposal is in response to a petition from DOD that would help 
expedite the hauling of munitions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

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-AE94
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1929. 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                    12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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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: Frank Clark, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5006

RIN: 2125-AD74
_______________________________________________________________________




1930. 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
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/27/97
Final Action                    09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1931. 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

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 104-59, 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                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1932. 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

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
Final Action                    01/00/03

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-AE63
_______________________________________________________________________




1933. REVISION OF COLOR SPECIFICATIONS FOR SIGNS AND PAVEMENT MARKING 
RETROREFLECTIVE MATERIALS

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: 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

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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                    07/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1934. +DESIGN-BUILD CONTRACTING

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 105-178, sec 1307(c); 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 the FHWA in approving the use of design-build contracting by 
State Transportation Departments (STDs). 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                            10/19/01                    66 FR 53288
NPRM Comment Period End         12/19/01
Final Action                    10/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: The NPRM published at 66 FR 53288 on October 
19, 2001, contained an incorrect docket number. The correct docket 
number for the NPRM is FHWA-2000-7799. A notice of correction was 
published in the Federal Register on October 31, 2001 (67 FR 54964).

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1935. 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, amends 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 revises these support 
and guidance statements.
The FHWA issued an interim final rule to provide an opportunity for the 
public to review and make comments on the necessary changes to the 
pertinent electronic files on the FHWA's MUTCD internet site 
(http://mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov) to comply with section 508 of the Rehabilitation 
Act of 1973. After reviewing comments regarding these electronic files, 
the FHWA may modify the interim final rule and issue a final rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Amendments   05/17/01                    66 FR 27480
Comment Period End              06/18/01
Interim Final Rule              02/15/02                     67 FR 7073
Interim Final Rule Effective    03/18/02
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/18/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1936. 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 of 
planning and research funds provided to State DOTs under the provisions 
of title 23, United States Code. The revisions are necessary to reflect 
current legislation and OMB grant administration circulars.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/27/01                    66 FR 59188
NPRM Comment Period End         01/28/02
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

[[Page 33476]]

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1937. DISCRETIONARY BRIDGE CANDIDATE RATING FACTOR

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109(a); 23 USC 109(h); 23 USC 144; 23 USC 151; 
23 USC 315; ...

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 650

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA proposes to revise its regulation on the 
discretionary bridge program rating factor in order to incorporate 
several administrative considerations that have proven effective in the 
project selection process. This proposed action would amend the current 
regulations according to a provision in TEA-21 which requires the 
Secretary of Transportation to publish both the statutory and 
regulatory criteria that will apply to the discretionary bridge 
program.
These proposed changes would require that the candidate projects be 
ready to begin construction in the fiscal year in which funds are 
available for obligation; allow leveraged funds from local, State, 
county, or private sources to be used to reduce the total project cost 
for use in the rating factor formula; disallow any discretionary 
allocation to a State that has transferred Highway Bridge Replacement 
and Rehabilitation Program funds to other categories of Federal funding 
in the previous year; and change the definition of one term in the 
rating factor formula.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/22/02                     67 FR 2837
NPRM Comment Period End         03/25/02
Final Action                    08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Steven Ernst, Office of Bridge Technology, Department 
of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street, 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4619

RIN: 2125-AE88
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1938. 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 Office (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                    12/00/03

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: Wade F. Casey, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9487

RIN: 2125-AE57
_______________________________________________________________________




1939. +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

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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 offset 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
NPRM Comment Period Extended    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]

Charles Goodman, Division Chief, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Transit Administration, Room 9413, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1924

RIN: 2125-AE62
_______________________________________________________________________




1940. +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 (FHWA) and the Federal 
Transit Administration (FTA), 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
NPRM Comment Period Extended    07/07/00                    65 FR 41892
NPRM Comment Period End         09/23/00


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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

[[Page 33478]]

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1941. 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

Abstract: The FHWA is seeking comments regarding improvements that can 
be made to its regulation outlining the highway bridge replacement and 
rehabilitation program. In addition, the FHWA is considering the 
inclusion and/or modification of existing policies so that they provide 
the flexibility necessary for the State and local governments to better 
manage their bridge assets. Accordingly, the FHWA intends to publish an 
advanced notice of proposed rulemaking.
The FHWA is also considering proposed revisions to the discretionary 
bridge program rating factor, which will be addressed in a separate 
rulemaking action.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/26/01                    66 FR 49152
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/26/01


Next Action Undetermined

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: 202 366-4675

RIN: 2125-AE75
_______________________________________________________________________




1942.   PLANNING ASSISTANCE AND STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 134

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 450.322

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA is considering amending its regulation on Planning 
and Assistance Standards, specifically the metropolitan transportation 
planning process, to provide New York City Metropolitan Area additional 
time to review and update its transportation plan in light of the 
terrorist attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001. The Metropolitan 
Planning Organization (MPO) for the New York City area is the New York 
Metropolitan Council (NYMTC). NYMTC occupied office space in the World 
Trade Towers in New York City. Because NYMTC's offices and files were 
destroyed on September 11, 2001, it will be impossible for NYMTC to 
review and update its transportation plan by 2002 as required by 23 CFR 
450.322(2). Accordingly, the FHWA is considering proposing to provide 
NYMTC an additional three years to review and update its transportation 
plan.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

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-AE92
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Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)



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1943. 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:
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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                    03/29/02                    67 FR 15102
Final Action Effective          04/29/02

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

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Phone: 202 366-2212

RIN: 2125-AC30
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1944. 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 FHWA has decided not to proceed with this rulemaking 
action at this time. This in no way precludes the FHWA from pursuing a 
rulemaking action on this subject in the future.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/28/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Clyde Johnson, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Highway Administration, Southern Resource Center, 60 Forsyth Street, 
SW., Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 404 562-3584

RIN: 2125-AD24
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1945. 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: The FHWA originally 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.
Since 1993 the Federal Highway Administration has been working with the 
transportation community on identifying and developing options for 
implementing the minimum standards for sign retroreflectivity. 
Likewise, there have been significant changes in the roadway and 
vehicle environment in the last several years that require the previous 
research study values to be reconsidered and updated. The minimum 
levels of sign retroreflectivity need to be revised to address 
significant changes in vehicle headlamps, older driver population, and 
changes in vehicle fleet composition.
Therefore, we are removing this item from the agenda until such time as 
the above mentioned studies have been completed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Action Terminated               02/28/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1946. 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 amends 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 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                    11/23/01                    66 FR 58665
Final Action Effective          12/24/01

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1947. 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

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.

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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
Withdrawn                       03/26/02                    67 FR 13731

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1948. RIGHT-OF-WAY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 101(a)(3)

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 710

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FHWA amends section 710.203 of its right-of-way 
regulations for federally assisted transportation projects to provide a 
clarification. The amendment makes 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                            05/09/01                    66 FR 23636
NPRM Comment Period End         07/09/01
Final Action                    03/20/02                    67 FR 12861
Final Action Effective          04/19/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1949. DESIGN STANDARDS FOR HIGHWAYS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 23 USC 109; 23 USC 315; 23 USC 402; PL 102-240, sec 
1073; 105 Stat. 1914; 105 Stat. 2012

CFR Citation: 23 CFR 625; 49 CFR 1.48(b); 49 CFR 1.48(n)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The standards, policies, and standard specifications that 
have been adopted by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) for 
application on all construction and reconstruction projects on the 
National Highway System (NHS) are incorporated by reference in 23 CFR 
625. The current document specified in paragraph 625.4(a)(1) is ``A 
Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets 1994, AASHTO'' 
(Policy).
AASHTO recently revised the Policy and published the 2001 edition which 
FHWA proposes to adopt as its policy for design standards for all 
construction and reconstruction projects on the NHS. The primary reason 
for development of the new document is to incorporate the results of 
research since 1994.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/18/01                    66 FR 48103
NPRM Comment Period End         11/19/01
Final Action                    02/12/02                     67 FR 6393
Final Action Effective          03/14/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Seppo I. Sillan, Chief, Geometric and Roadside Design 
Branch, Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1327

RIN: 2125-AE89

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)



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1950. +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, 
predecessor agency to the FMCSA, to observe and collect data on the 
driving experience of a group of vision--deficient drivers who meet 
certain preconditions. Additionally, FHWA 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 on June 5, 1996, at 61 FR 
28547. The FMCSA entered into 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.
Section 4007 of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century 
(TEA-21), Public Law 105-178) enacted

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effective June 9, 1998, changed the agency's authority to issue waivers 
and exemptions. Procedures to implement the new authority were 
published on December 8, 1998 (63 FR 67600). We are, and have been, 
considering all requests for exemptions from the vision requirements in 
the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
This action is significant because of substantial public and 
congressional interest and safety implications.

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                            03/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: FHWA 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, Jan. 8, 1996); Final Rule (61 FR 13338, March 26, 
1996); Final Rule; technical correction (61 FR 17253, April 19, 1996). 
(See notices published February 28, 1992 (57 FR 6793); March 25, 1992 
(57 FR 10295); June 3, 1992 (57 FR 22370); October 6, 1994 (59 FR 
50887); and November 17, 1994 (59 FR 59386).

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1951. +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: 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                            09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: With respect to the advisory committee, please 
note the following notice publications: 61 FR 18713 (04/29/96); 61 FR 
38133 (07/26/96); 61 FR 43725 (08/26/96); 61 FR 52401 (10/07/96); 61 FR 
56936 (11/05/96); 61 FR 66250 (12/17/96); and 62 FR 6753 (02/13/96).

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1952. 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: FMCSA proposes amending its motor carrier regulations to 
include minimum safety information that new or prospective employers 
must seek from former employers during the investigation of a driver's 
employment record. FMCSA also proposes to increase the time period that 
carriers must record accident information in the accident register, 
from one year to three years. The Hazardous Materials Reauthorization 
Act of 1994 initially mandated this revision. The agency is currently 
drafting a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking in response to 
Small Business Administration (SBA) comments to the docket and section 
4014 of TEA-21 (Pub. L. 105-178). SBA had 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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/14/96                    61 FR 10548
NPRM Comment Period End         05/13/96
Supplemental NPRM               11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David Goettee, Office of Policy Plans and Regulations, 
Division of Regulatory Development, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4097

RIN: 2126-AA17
_______________________________________________________________________




1953. +UNIFIED 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: Section 103 of the ICC Termination Act of 1995 which added

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49 USC 13908, required the Secretary to initiate a rulemaking 
proceeding to replace the current USDOT 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 action is considered significant due to 
substantial public interest. The 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                            06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Nathaniel Jackson, Office of Bus and Truck Standards 
and Operations, Div. of Driver and Carrier Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSD, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6406

RIN: 2126-AA22
_______________________________________________________________________




1954. SAFETY FITNESS PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31144

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 385

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FHWA, the predecessor agency to the FMCSA, published a final 
rule of RIN 2125-AC71 on November 6, 1997 (62 FR 60035), which 
incorporated the safety fitness rating methodology into 49 CFR 385 as 
appendix B. In that document, 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                            03/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Larry M. 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: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA37
_______________________________________________________________________




1955. 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: FMCSA proposes to adopt procedural rules in order to conduct 
administrative proceedings under section 205 of the Motor Carrier 
Safety Improvement Act of 1999 (MCSIA). This section provides for the 
issuance of out-of-service orders. On February 16, 2000, 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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David M. Lehrman, Attorney, Office of Policy Plans and 
Regulations, Division of Regulatory Development, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0994

RIN: 2126-AA63
_______________________________________________________________________




1956. POSTING OF EMPLOYEE PROTECTIONS INFORMATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FMCSA 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

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David Goettee, Office of Policy Plans and Regulations, 
Division of Regulatory Development, Department of Transportation, 
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4097

RIN: 2126-AA68
_______________________________________________________________________




1957.   +CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY 
STANDARDS (FMVSS)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 102-240, sec. 1041(b); 105 Stat. 1914; 49 USC 
31136; 49 USC 31502; 49 CFR 1.73

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 393.8

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FMCSA proposes to amend the Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Regulations so that motor carriers ensure that each commercial motor 
vehicle (CMV) they operate in interstate commerce displays a label 
certifying that the vehicle complies with all applicable Federal Motor 
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in effect on the date of manufacture. 
This rulemaking ensures that all motor carriers operating

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CMVs in the United States use only vehicles that were certified by the 
manufacturer as meeting all applicable Federal safety performance 
requirements.
This action is significant because of substantial public and 
congressional interest and safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/19/02                    67 FR 12782
NPRM Comment Period End         05/20/02

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
Email: [email protected]

Related RIN: Related To 2127-AI59, Related To 2127-AI60, Related To 
2127-AI64
RIN: 2126-AA69
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1958. +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; 49 CFR 1.73

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 392

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, February 26, 1995.

Abstract: This action would prohibit 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. This action is required by the Hazardous Materials 
Transportation Authorization Act of 1994 (Pub. L. 103-311, sec. 112), 
and it is intended to reduce the incidence of collisions between trains 
and commercial motor vehicles. 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                    03/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David M. Lehrman, Attorney, Office of Policy Plans and 
Regulations, Division of Regulatory Development, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0994

RIN: 2126-AA18
_______________________________________________________________________




1959. +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 74-255; PL 84-939; PL 
98-554; PL 103-311; PL 104-59; PL 104-88; PL 106-159

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1.73; 49 CFR 395

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 was required by the ICC 
Termination Act of 1995 (ICCTA), Pub. L. 104-88. Other congressional 
actions before the ICCTA required modifications to the current rules.
This rulemaking responded 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. FMCSA proposed new rules based upon 
comments and scientific data submitted to the advance notice of 
proposed rulemaking docket. The proposed rule included 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 (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

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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 (Motor Carrier Act of 1935, Pub. L. 
74-255, August 9, 1935; and 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. 104-159, 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. 106-159) 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: FMCSA proposed replacing the current rules with an 
alternative set of rules based upon scientific knowledge and submitted 
comments. FMCSA also proposed different regulations for different types 
of drivers and operations.

FMCSA considered 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) eliminating all 
FMCSA hours-of-service record keeping requirements while relying 
exclusively on the duplicative hours-of-work record keeping system 
required by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Fair Labor Standards 
Act of 1938, as amended.
FMCSA proposed a revision that would require motor carriers to provide 
their drivers with better opportunities to obtain sleep than the 
current rules, and thereby reduce the number of fatigue-related crashes 
involving these drivers. The agency estimated 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 4 days and 4 hours, and the 70-hour 
limit in less than 5 days. Third, long-haul and regional drivers (who 
spend one or more nights 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.
FMCSA has received more than 53,000 comments to date. The agency was 
committed to fully exploring all issues and concerns of stakeholders; 
we held eight public hearings in May, June and July 2000, and followed 
up with three public roundtable discussions in September and October 
2000.
The roundtables drew broad public participation and elicited in-depth 
discussion and exchange of supporting data on critical issues, 
including issues surrounding the economic analyses and assumptions used 
by the agency. The discussions provided the agency with information 
requiring careful analysis. This will help FMCSA identify any necessary 
changes to the proposal that would address stakeholders' divergent 
concerns and support the development of a successful rule.
The FY 2001 Department of Transportation Appropriations Act, Pub. L. 
106-346, included language prohibiting the Department from adopting a 
final rule before October 1, 2001. As a result, the Department pledged 
to carefully review and consider the extensive record on the rulemaking 
before deciding on the next appropriate steps in the rulemaking 
process.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: 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. For additional information, you 
may see the PRE and the preamble of the NPRM.

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.

FMCSA has established a goal to reduce by 50 percent over ten years the 
number of fatalities from crashes

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involving any commercial motor vehicle. 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 reduction 
in deaths. The agency will re-analyze the reduction of fatigue-related 
crashes in its revised Regulatory Evaluation.

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
Final Action                    03/00/03

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: During the agency's broad section 610 review of 
the 65-year history of the rule and all its amendments and revisions, 
the agency found 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.
In the DOT's Docket Management System, this rulemaking is currently 
identified as docket number FMCSA-1997-2350.
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 53,000 comments in the docket. FMCSA has 
reviewed these comments and has made a decision about the next step in 
the rulemaking process. The agency is proceeding to develop a final 
rule.

Agency Contact: David R. Miller, Office of Policy Plans and 
Regulations, Division of Regulatory Development, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5011

RIN: 2126-AA23
_______________________________________________________________________




1960. 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: FMCSA is amending its regulations concerning cargo securement 
requirements for commercial motor vehicles engaged in interstate 
commerce. The FMCSA intends to adopt new cargo securement guidelines 
that will be based upon the results of a multi-year comprehensive 
research program to evaluate current regulations and industry 
practices.

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                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Larry M. 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: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________




1961. 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: 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
Interim Final Rule              06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lee Payne, Office of Enforcement and Compliance, 
Division of Insurance, Department of

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Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-ECI, 
400 Virginia Avenue SW., Suite 600, Washington, DC 20024
Phone: 202 358-7029
Fax: 202 358-7100

RIN: 2126-AA32
_______________________________________________________________________




1962. +APPLICATION BY CERTAIN MEXICO-DOMICILED 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 proposed collection of some new information and 
also proposed revisions to the registration application form filed by 
one of the two classes of Mexican carriers. This class of Mexican 
carriers operates in the U.S. and 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.

Statement of Need: The Administration has announced its intention to 
implement the entry provisions of the North American Free Trade Act 
(NAFTA). Since 1982, there has been a moratorium on the grant of 
operating authority by the former Interstate Commerce Commission to 
Mexican motor carriers.The FMCSA proposes changes to its regulations to 
cover applications by Mexican motor carriers to operate beyond the 
municipalities and commercial zones at the United States-Mexico border. 
The FMCSA also proposes changes to the form to be submitted by such 
applicants. The changes are needed to ensure that FMCSA receives 
sufficient information to decide whether a Mexican carrier can meet the 
safety standards established for operating in interstate commerce. The 
information would also be used for safety enforcement.

Summary of Legal Basis: Under sections 13101, 13301, 13901-13906, 
14708, 31138,and 31144 of Title 49, U.S. Code, the FMCSA has authority 
to set the standards and procedures for the grant of operating 
authority for motor carriers to operate in interstate commerce in the 
United States. Under the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999, 
the FMCSA was created as a separate administration in the Department of 
Transportation to carry out motor carrier functions previously 
performed by the Federal Highway Administration and the Interstate 
Commerce Commisssion.

In the 2002 Department of Transportation Appropriations Act, Pub. L. 
107-87, sec. 350, DOT was limited from obligating or expending funds 
for the review or processing of applications resulting from this 
rulemaking until FMCSA and DOT completes specific tasks, including 
adding requirements within this rulemaking proceeding. These specific 
requirements have been incorporated in this proceeding.

Alternatives: In 1994, the former Interstate Commerce Commission issued 
regulations to govern the processing of Mexican applications. These 
regulations were challenged, and they do not cover all the changes to 
motor carrier regulations since the creation of the FMCSA. The FMCSA 
could process applications under its existing procedures, but this 
would not provide sufficient data to determine if the applicants meet 
the applicable safety standards.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The FMCSA anticipates that the economic 
impact of the rulemaking will be minimal; however it prepared a 
regulatory evaluation. The proposal should not have any impact on small 
U.S.motor carriers. The FMCSA looked at a range of numbers estimating 
how many new applicants would apply in the first and subsequent years. 
Applicants will have to fill out the application and ensure that their 
operating procedures will satisfy safety standards for operating in 
interstate commerce in the United States. The benefit of the 
regulations will include the additional information available to FMCSA 
for evaluating applications and targeting enforcement.

Risks: The proposed regulations are intended to enhance the safety of 
current regulations by increasing the amount of information available 
before granting operating authority and in order to take appropriate 
enforcement actions.

Based on comments to the proposal, the agency has completed an 
environmental assessment and it will be available for review on the 
date the interim final rule is published in the Federal Register.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/03/01                    66 FR 22371
NPRM Comment Period End         07/02/01
Interim Final Rule              03/19/02                    67 FR 12702
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/18/02
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/03/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE32.

Agency Contact: Joanne Cisneros, Transborder Office, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, P.O. Box 
530870, San Diego, CA 92153-0870
Phone: 909 653-2299

RIN: 2126-AA34
_______________________________________________________________________




1963. +SAFETY MONITORING SYSTEM AND COMPLIANCE INITIATIVE FOR MEXICO-
DOMICILED 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; Pub. L. 107-87, Sec. 
350

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

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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.

Statement of Need: The Administration has stated that it intends to 
implement the entry provisions of the North American Free Trade 
Agreement (NAFTA). The FMCSA proposes a safety oversight program to 
ensure that FMCSA can evaluate the performance of new Mexican carriers 
during the first 18 months of temporary operating authority and take 
appropriate enforcement action, if necessary.

Summary of Legal Basis: Under the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act 
of 1999, the FMCSA was directed to grant conditional operating 
authority for 18 months in order to assess the safety performance of 
new entrants before granting permanent authority. The FMCSA is 
beginning this program with Mexican carriers and will expand it to all 
new entrants.

The Fiscal Year 2002 Department of Transportation Appropriations Act, 
Pub. L. 107-87, Sec. 350, limited the DOT from obligating or expending 
funds for the review or processing of applications resulting from this 
rulemaking until FMCSA and DOT completes specific tasks, including 
adding requirements within this rulemaking proceeding. These specific 
requirements have been incorporated in this proceeding.

Alternatives: The FMCSA could treat all new Mexican carriers under 
existing regulations. This would not assist FMCSA in ensuring that new 
Mexican carriers develop appropriate safety-based operating procedures 
or in monitoring the performance of these carriers.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The proposed regulations would not have 
a significant economic impact; however the FMCSA prepared a regulatory 
evaluation. The evaluation discusses a range of numbers for how many 
Mexican carriers would operate under the regulations costs are expected 
to fall between $1 and $5 million per year. The vast majority of these 
costs will be borne by Mexican carriers. The benefits of the regulation 
would include the additional data available to FMCSA on which to base 
enforcement strategies, plus an anticipated reduction in crashes from 
safety audits and increased oversight.

Risks: The purpose of the regulations is to enhance safety by providing 
additional opportunities for FMCSA to monitor performance by new 
Mexican carriers.

Based on comments to the proposal, the agency has completed an 
environmental assessment and it will be available for review on the 
date the Interim Final Rule is published in the Federal Register.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/03/01                    66 FR 22415
NPRM Comment Period End         07/02/01
Interim Final Rule              03/19/02                    67 FR 12758
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      04/18/02
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/03/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Joanne Cisneros, Transborder Office, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, P.O. Box 
530870, San Diego, CA 92153-0870
Phone: 909 653-2299

Michael Lamm, Team Leader, Office of Enforcement and Compliance, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-ECE, 400 Seventh Street, SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-9699

RIN: 2126-AA35
_______________________________________________________________________




1964. 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
To Be Terminated                06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE35.

Agency Contact: Larry 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: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA36
_______________________________________________________________________




1965. 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.

[[Page 33488]]

Abstract: 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 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 predecessor agency to FMCSA, the FHWA, 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                    03/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Transferred from RIN 2125-AE48.

Agency Contact: Larry M. 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: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA41
_______________________________________________________________________




1966. 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: 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 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                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gary R. Woodford, Office of Bus and Truck Standards and 
Operations, Vehicle and Roadside Operations Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA46
_______________________________________________________________________




1967. +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: 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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/11/01                     66 FR 2767
NPRM Comment Period End         04/11/01
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Larry M. 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: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA52
_______________________________________________________________________




1968. 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

[[Page 33489]]

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 9, 2000, PL 106-159, sec 
201(b).

Abstract: 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                            05/04/01                    66 FR 22499
NPRM Comment Period End         08/02/01
To be Merged With RIN 2126-AA60 07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, Senior Transportation Specialist, State 
Programs Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Administration, MC-ESS, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-5014

Related RIN: Merged With 2126-AA60
RIN: 2126-AA55
_______________________________________________________________________




1969. +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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Larry M. 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: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA59
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1970. COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE STANDARDS; REQUIREMENTS AND PENALTIES; 
COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE PROGRAM IMPROVEMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/27/01                    66 FR 39248
NPRM Comment Period End         10/25/01
Final Action                    07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, Senior Transportation Specialist, State 
Programs Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Administration, MC-ESS, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-5014

Related RIN: Merged With 2126-AA55
RIN: 2126-AA60
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1971. 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: 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

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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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/14/97                    62 FR 18170
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/12/97                    62 FR 32066
NPRM Comment Period End         06/13/97
Comment Period End              07/28/97
Public Meeting                  02/20/98                     63 FR 8606
Final Action                    03/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Larry M. 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: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA61
_______________________________________________________________________




1972. +CERTIFICATION OF SAFETY AUDITORS, SAFETY INVESTIGATORS, AND 
SAFETY INSPECTORS

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 prescribed certification 
standards. It is required by section 211 of the Motor Carrier Safety 
Improvement Act of 1999. This rule is significant because of public and 
congressional interest in rules required by MCSIA.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/19/02                    67 FR 12776
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      05/20/02
Interim Final Rule Effective    06/17/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Larry M. 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: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA64
_______________________________________________________________________




1973.   +LIMITATIONS ON ISSUANCE OF COMMERCIAL DRIVERS' LICENSES 
WITH A HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ENDORSEMENT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5103a; PL 107-56, sec. 1012

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 383

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations 
to prohibit States from issuing, renewing, transferring, or upgrading a 
Hazardous Materials Endorsement for a CDL: unless and until the U.S. 
Department of Justice has first conducted a background records check of 
the applicant; and the U.S. Department of Transportation has determined 
that the applicant does not pose a security risk which would warrant 
denial of the Hazardous Materials Endorsement. This interim final 
action implements Sec. 1012 of the USA Patriot Act of 2001.
This action is significant because of substantial public and 
congressional interest and safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Valerie Height, Office of Policy Plans and Regulations, 
Regulatory Development Division, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0901
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2126-AA70
_______________________________________________________________________




1974.   PENALTIES, INSPECTION, AND DECAL DISPLAY REQUIREMENTS FOR 
MEXICO-DOMICILED MOTOR CARRIERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 31502; PL 107-87, sec. 350

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 386; 49 CFR 396

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FMCSA amends part 396 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Regulations (FMCSRs) to incorporate the requirement, as codified in 
parts 365 and 385, that all commercial motor vehicles operated by 
Mexico-domiciled motor carriers holding authority to transport property 
or passengers beyond the commercial zones of U.S. municipalities on the 
United States-Mexico border must display a Commercial Vehicle Safety 
Alliance (CVSA) decal issued by a CVSA-certified inspector. Adding this 
requirement to part 396 will enable FMCSA to assess civil penalties 
against Mexico-domiciled long-haul motor carriers that operate vehicles 
without the necessary CVSA decal. This rule also clarifies that 
carriers will be required to obtain the necessary inspection decal 
before proceeding beyond border ports of entry. By providing for more 
effective enforcement of the inspection and decal requirements, this 
rule will help to ensure that these motor carriers operate safe 
vehicles in the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Joanne Cisneros, Transborder Office, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, P.O. Box 
530870, San Diego, CA 92153-0870

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Phone: 909 653-2299

RIN: 2126-AA72
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)



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1975. +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 each 
commercial driver's license (CDL) issued by the States after January 1, 
2001, to have 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.
FMCSA has established a pilot study to collect over 16,000 sample 
digital facial images and sets of fingerprints from volunteers. 
California is the lead State for this study. The estimated date of 
completion is May 2002. Therefore, no further action will occur until 
completion of the pilot study.
This action is significant because of substantial public and 
congressional interest and safety implications.

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

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1976. 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, 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.

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
Supplemental NPRM                To Be                       Determined

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

Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, Senior Transportation Specialist, State 
Programs Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Administration, MC-ESS, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-5014

RIN: 2126-AA03

[[Page 33492]]

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1977. +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

Agency Contact: William A. Quade, Chief, Hazardous Materials Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-ECH, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2172
Fax: 202 366-7908
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2126-AA07
_______________________________________________________________________




1978. +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


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, Senior Transportation Specialist, State 
Programs Division, Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier 
Safety Administration, MC-ESS, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 
20590
Phone: 202 366-5014

RIN: 2126-AA08
_______________________________________________________________________




1979. +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: Section 4007 of the Motor Carrier Act of 1991 (title IV of 
the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991) required 
the Department to initiate a rulemaking on the need to require training 
of all entry-level drivers of commercial motor vehicles. On 02/05/96, 
the agency submitted a report to Congress 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 were solicited on the 
report. This rulemaking action is considered significant because of 
substantial public interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/21/93                    58 FR 33874
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/20/93
Report to Congress              02/05/96
Notice of Availability of Report04/25/96                    61 FR 18355


Next Action Undetermined

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 1-800-553-6847.

Agency Contact: David M. Lehrman, Attorney, Office of Policy Plans and 
Regulations, Division of Regulatory Development, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0994

RIN: 2126-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________




1980. 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

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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

Agency Contact: Philip Hanley, Ofc of Truck and Bus Standards and 
Operations, Commercial Passenger Carrier Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSB, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-6811

RIN: 2126-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________




1981. 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: 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. 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.

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


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: A final rule regarding adjustments to civil 
penalties due to inflation was published under a separate rulemaking 
action on 3/13/98.

Agency Contact: Valerie Height, Office of Policy Plans and Regulations, 
Regulatory Development Division, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0901
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2126-AA15
_______________________________________________________________________




1982. 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 FHWA, predecessor agency to the FMCSA, proposed to amend 
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 locations of such 
devices may have the unintended effect of discouraging 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 NPRM (61 FR 14733) to rescind the 
regulation concerning television viewers or screens, 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


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gary R. Woodford, Office of Bus and Truck Standards and 
Operations, Vehicle and Roadside Operations Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSV, 
400 Seventh Street SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4009

RIN: 2126-AA19
_______________________________________________________________________




1983. 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 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

Agency Contact: Gladys Cole, Chief, Insurance Compliance, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier

[[Page 33494]]

Safety Administration, ECI, 400 Virginia Avenue SW., Suite 600, 
Washington, DC 20024
Phone: 202 358-7039
Fax: 202 358-7100

RIN: 2126-AA24
_______________________________________________________________________




1984. GENERAL JURISDICTION OVER FREIGHT FORWARDER SERVICE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 13701

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1985. +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: Robert Schultz, Office of Truck and Bus Standards and 
Operations, Div. of Driver and Carrier Operations, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSD, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4001

RIN: 2126-AA31
_______________________________________________________________________




1986. +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

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
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2126-AA38
_______________________________________________________________________




1987. +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: FMCSA is revising the Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Regulations (FMCSRs) and related regulations. In 1992, a ``Zero-Base 
Review'' was launched to improve the organization, format and clarity 
of the

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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.
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: Next Action Undetermined

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.

Agency Contact: Valerie Height, Office of Policy Plans and Regulations, 
Regulatory Development Division, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0901
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2126-AA39
_______________________________________________________________________




1988. +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: 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 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 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 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

Agency Contact: David R. Miller, Office of Policy Plans and 
Regulations, Division of Regulatory Development, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PRR, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5011

RIN: 2126-AA50
_______________________________________________________________________




1989. +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.

Abstract: 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                           10/22/01                    66 FR 53373
ANPRM Comment Period End        01/22/02


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Philip Hanley, Ofc of Truck and Bus Standards and 
Operations, Commercial Passenger Carrier Division, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, MC-PSB, 
400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590

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Phone: 202 366-6811

RIN: 2126-AA53
_______________________________________________________________________




1990.   SECURITY AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 5112 and 5125; 49 USC 31136 and 
31502; 49 CFR 1.73

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 397

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The ANPRM would discuss security concerns involving 
transporting high risk hazardous materials and steps that DOD and DOE 
have taken to protect their shipments such as escorts, pre-notification 
of States, and satellite tracking. It would also discuss other 
technology such as electronic ignition locks that could improve HM 
security. FMCSA would ask for comments on the feasibility of mandating 
one or more of these strategies for some segment (the highest risk) of 
HM transportation. The agency woould also ask for comments on the need 
for ``safe havens'' or the need for standards about what can be a safe 
haven. Currently, there are no standards for safe havens.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                            To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: William A. Quade, Chief, Hazardous Materials Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-ECH, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2172
Fax: 202 366-7908
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2126-AA71
_______________________________________________________________________




1991.   +HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TIRE CHECKS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 31136 and 31502; 49 CFR 1.73

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 397

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would impose to eliminate the periodic tire 
inspections for vehicles carrying HM because of technological advances 
related to tire fires and because of terrorist concerns associated with 
numerous stops. This action is considered significant because of 
substantial public and congressional interest and safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: William A. Quade, Chief, Hazardous Materials Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-ECH, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2172
Fax: 202 366-7908
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2126-AA74
_______________________________________________________________________




1992.   +HAZARDOUS MATERIAL ROUTE PLANS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 5112 and 5125; 49 CFR 1.73

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 397

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: HM carriers would be required to prepare and sign a route 
plan. The plan must be in the posession of the driver of any Table 1 
hazardous material (explosives, radioactive materials, poison by 
inhalation hazard materials).
This action is significant because of substantial public and 
congressional interest and safety implications.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: William A. Quade, Chief, Hazardous Materials Division, 
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety 
Administration, MC-ECH, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2172
Fax: 202 366-7908
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2126-AA75
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1993. +REVISION OF REGULATIONS AND APPLICATION FORM FOR MEXICO-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 proposed collection of some new information and 
also proposed revisions to the registration application form filed by 
one of the two classes of Mexico-domiciled motor carriers that operate 
in the U.S. This class of carriers operates within the U.S.-Mexico 
border commercial zones which existed before 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.

Statement of Need: The Administration has announced its commitment to 
implementing the entry provisions of the North American Free Trade 
Agreement (NAFTA). Changes are necessary so that FMCSA will have

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an accurate data base of carriers that operate solely in the U.S. 
municipalities and commercial zones adjacent to Mexico in Texas, New 
Mexico, Arizona, and California. Other changes are necessary to reflect 
the transfer of motor carrier functions to FMCSA.

Summary of Legal Basis: Sections 13301 and 13902 of Title 49 of the 
U.S. Code authorize the award of certificates of registration to 
certain Mexico-domiciled motor carriers. Since 1982, significant 
limitations have been in place concerning operations by Mexico-
domiciled motor carriers in the United States. A moratorium on grants 
of operating authority under the jurisdiction of the former Interstate 
Commerce Commission has existed. Access outside the ICC's jurisdiction 
has been allowed only through certificates of registration to operate 
in the limited areas of municipalities and commercial zones on the 
United States-Mexico border as well as for certain private carriers and 
carriers of exempt goods who operate beyond this limited area.

Alternatives: One alternative would be to continue using the current, 
obsolete regulations. This would be confusing for carriers seeking to 
obtain the correct type of registration. Another alternative would be 
to have a single application process for all Mexico-domiciled motor 
carriers. This would make it difficult for FMCSA to maintain useful 
safety and economic data on two different types of trucking activity.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: This proposal would require all current 
holders of certificates of registration to refile with FMCSA. We have 
estimated that between 4500 and 11,787 Mexico-domiciled carriers may 
need to respond to the regulations. It is expected that completing the 
form would take approximately four hours. In addition, these carriers 
would have to update data every two years. This will allow FMCSA to 
maintain more accurate data that is increasingly tied to safety 
enforcement. The overall costs of this rule are expected to be 
extremely small.

Risks: The purpose of this rulemaking is to enhance safety by improving 
FMCSA's data bases and ability to review the safety performance of the 
Mexico-domiciled carriers covered by the regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/03/01                    66 FR 22328
Comment Period End              07/02/01
Final Rule                      03/19/02                    67 FR 12652
Final Rule Effective            04/18/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Joanne Cisneros, Transborder Office, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, P.O. Box 
530870, San Diego, CA 92153-0870
Phone: 909 653-2299

RIN: 2126-AA33
_______________________________________________________________________




1994. 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: FMCSA amended 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 required 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. These motor carriers are required to file this report 
prior to commencing operations. As a result of this action, motor 
carriers are required to file an update of their 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 Rule                      03/01/02                     67 FR 9410
Final Rule Effective            04/01/02

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
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2126-AA57

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1995. 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 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 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                      11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

[[Page 33498]]

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1996. 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
Collection of Information       02/18/98                     63 FR 8249
Collection of Information       02/26/98                     63 FR 9897
Technical Report                03/06/01                    66 FR 13625
End Review                      09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: In a survey of 646 recent or imminent new-
vehicle buyers, over 75 percent were unaware of the existence of 
automobile parts content labels. Among those who had read the labels, 
many said they used the country-of-assembly information, but none said 
they used the numerical U.S./Canadian parts content score. Overall 
U.S./Canadian parts content in new cars and light trucks dropped from 
an average of 70 percent in model year 1995 to 67.6 percent in 1988. 
However, it increased from 47 to 59 percent in transplants while 
dropping from 89 to 84 percent in Big 3 vehicles.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1997. 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 conducting 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 had 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
Technical Report                05/04/01                    66 FR 22640
End Review                      07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Retroreflective tape enhances the visibility of 
heavy trailers in the dark. The tape reduces side and rear impacts by 
other vehicles into trailers by 29 percent in dark conditions 
(including dark-not-lighted, dark-lighted, dawn and dusk). In dark-not-
lighted conditions, the tape reduces side and rear impacts by 41 
percent. When all heavy trailers have the tape, it will prevent an 
estimated 191-350 fatalities, 3,100-5,000 injuries and 7,800 crashed 
per year.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1998. 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                 07/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




1999. 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 
requested

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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                 06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2000. 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 requested 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                 05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH50
_______________________________________________________________________




2001. 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
Technical Report                05/10/01                    66 FR 23974
End Review                      07/00/02

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-AH98
_______________________________________________________________________




2002. 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                           05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2003.   RETROACTIVE CERTIFICATION (POLICY STATEMENT)

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 49 CFR 322; 49 CFR 30111; 49 CFR 30115; 49 CFR 30166; 
49 CFR 32502; ...

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 567

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Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Policy statement will detail circumstances under which the 
agency will allow retroactive certification of heavy trucks and buses 
manufactured for use in Canada and Mexico.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            03/19/02                    67 FR 12790
Comment Period End              05/20/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rebecca MacPherson, Attorney Advisor, Office of Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2992

RIN: 2127-AI59
_______________________________________________________________________




2004.   EVENT DATA RECORDERS

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In the past several years, there has been considerable 
interest from the safety community in establishing requirements for 
Event Data Recorders (EDRs). We believe it is timely to consider what 
role NHTSA should take in implementing EDRs in motor vehicles. 
Recently, NHTSA received a petition requesting that NHTSA initiate 
rulemaking to require the installation of EDRs in new vehicles. The 
agency decided to issue a Federal Register notice asking for comments. 
NHTSA will decide what to do after review of comments and other related 
information.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Dr. William R.S. Fan, Safety Standards Engineer, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, Room 5320F, NPS-10, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, 
DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4922
Fax: 202 366-4329

RIN: 2127-AI72
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2005. 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 revised, 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                            12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2006. 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                            05/00/02

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: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AD08

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2007. 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 established a negotiated 
rulemaking advisory committee to develop recommended amendments to the 
existing regulations. The agency will publish the findings and 
recommendations of the negotiated rulemaking advisory committee and 
request comments from the public.

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
SNPRM                           09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2008. 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 
requested 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                            06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2009. 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:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            10/22/01                    66 FR 53376
Comment Period End              12/06/01
NPRM                            08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AG51
_______________________________________________________________________




2010. 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

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bags and other types of advanced restraints technologies for crash 
protection in frontal impacts.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2011. 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                            10/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2012. 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                            10/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2013. 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                            06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2014. 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 the affected Federal motor vehicles safety standards.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/02

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

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2015. 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                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH34
_______________________________________________________________________




2016. 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                            06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2017. 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. NHTSA had deferred action on this rulemaking 
action on 8/2/01, to allow it to focus its limited resources on the 
defects and noncompliance related rulemaking actions required by the 
Transportation Recall Enhancement, Accountability, and Documentation 
Act of 2000.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/02

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-AH58
_______________________________________________________________________




2018. 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 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

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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                            03/00/03

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2019. 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                            06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2020. +FRONTAL OFFSET 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 571.208

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 an 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 be largely harmonized 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 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: 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 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                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

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Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH73
_______________________________________________________________________




2021. 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                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2022. 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                            06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2023. 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                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2024. 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 asked 
the public for comments and information to begin exploring this area 
more fully.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            09/28/01                    66 FR 49594
Reopen Comment Period           11/30/01                    66 FR 59769
Comment Period End              12/22/01
Comment Period End              01/28/02
NPRM                            06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

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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
_______________________________________________________________________




2025. 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

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2026. 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. NHTSA deferred action on this 
rulemaking action on 8/2/01, to allow it to focus its limited resources 
on the defects and noncompliance related rulemaking actions required by 
the Transportation Recall Enhancement, Accountability, and 
Documentation Act of 2000.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/03

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 Transportation, National 
Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5226
Fax: 202 366-7882

RIN: 2127-AH89
_______________________________________________________________________




2027. 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

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2028. 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                            08/00/02

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

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Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI03
_______________________________________________________________________




2029. 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                            03/29/02                    67 FR 15154
NPRM Comment Period End         05/28/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2030. 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                            06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2031. 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                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2032. +IMPROVING THE SAFETY OF CHILD RESTRAINTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.213

Legal Deadline: 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 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                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: George Mouchahoir, Team Leader, Special Vehicles and

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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
_______________________________________________________________________




2033. 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

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI36
_______________________________________________________________________




2034. 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                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI38
_______________________________________________________________________




2035. 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 agency required anchorages for voluntarily installed 
shoulder belts to comply with the current requirements for 3-point 
belts. This change applied mainly to seat locations where belts are 
required, 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                            06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action is currently in research.

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI40
_______________________________________________________________________




2036. 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 a modification.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2037. +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

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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

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2038. 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 proposing to amend 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

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Edward Milton, Acting Division Chief, Driver Regier 
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
_______________________________________________________________________




2039. 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 conduct a rulemaking to extend the theft 
prevention standard to the remaining motor vehicle lines.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2040. 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                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2041. CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY

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 
considering

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mandatory consumer information in the form of a label that will inform 
the consumer of the Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) of motor homes, 
travel trailers, and 5th wheel travel trailers. Such labeling will help 
the consumer make informed decisions during the purchasing process, act 
as a reference during cargo loading and encourage the recreational 
vehicle industry to allow for greater cargo carrying capacities which 
in turn will reduce instances of overloading.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

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-AI50
_______________________________________________________________________




2042. CONVEX MIRRORS FOR COMMERCIAL 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 571.111

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering amending the standard to require that all commercial trucks 
traveling on the interstate highway system have convex mirrors affixed 
to their front right and left fenders (such as those required on school 
buses).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

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-AI52
_______________________________________________________________________




2043. ENHANCE PASSENGER-SIDE MIRROR 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 571.111

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering amending the standard by extending the requirements to MPVs 
and trucks (independent of their weight) to allow enhanced passenger-
side mirror systems.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

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-AI53
_______________________________________________________________________




2044. HORIZONTAL DISCHARGE TRAILERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 UCS 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.224

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to two petitions for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering excluding semitrailers equipped with ``horizontal discharge 
trailers'' from the current standard.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

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-AI56
_______________________________________________________________________




2045. HEAVIER 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 proposing to incorporate a heavier 6-year-old 
child dummy as part of the Hybrid III test dummy family. This dummy 
will have weight added to the existing dummy, making it heavier than 60 
pounds. The weighted 6-year-old dummy would have application for 
testing child restraint systems which are rated for weights above the 
current 6-year-old dummy weight and would serve as an interim device 
until such time as the Hybrid III 10-year-old dummy has been fully 
developed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

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

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Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI58
_______________________________________________________________________




2046.   RECORD RETENTION OF RETROACTIVELY CERTIFIED VEHICLES

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Record retention requirements for manufacturers who 
retroactively certify that heavy trucks and buses manufactured for use 
in Canada and Mexico met all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety 
standards on date of original manufacture.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/19/02                    67 FR 12800
NPRM Comment Period End         05/20/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Rebecca MacPherson, Attorney Advisor, Office of Chief 
Counsel, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2992

RIN: 2127-AI60
_______________________________________________________________________




2047.   DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS VOLTAGE AND 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 proposing to further lower glare while 
minimizing the change in conspicuity.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

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-AI62
_______________________________________________________________________




2048.   ALLOW ROLL-BAR DURING BRAKE TESTING

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 allow vehicles with a gross 
vehicle weight rating of over 10,000 pounds to use a roll-bar during 
braking tests.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

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-AI63
_______________________________________________________________________




2049.   IMPORTATION OF COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30112

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 591

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would propose a definition of the term 
``import''.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/19/02                    67 FR 12806
NPRM Comment Period End         05/20/02

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-AI64
_______________________________________________________________________




2050.   CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM WEBBING 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 571.213

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The agency is proposing to require minimum breaking strengths 
for child restraint systems webbing.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

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-AI66
_______________________________________________________________________




2051.   MOTORCYCLE HANDLEBAR LEVER

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.123

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing to allow a handlebar lever instead of a

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foot pedal to control the rear brakes on motorcycles which have no 
clutch control.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

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-AI67
_______________________________________________________________________




2052.   +LIGHT TRUCK AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY STANDARD, MODEL YEARS 
2005-2010

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

Legal Authority: 49 USC 329

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 533

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this request for comments is to acquire 
information to assist the agency in developing a proposal for fuel 
economy standards for light trucks beyond model year 2004. The agency 
plans to propose standards for some or all of model years 2005 to 2010. 
The agency is seeking information that will help it assess the extent 
to which manufacturers can improve light truck fuel economy during the 
period in question, the benefits and costs to consumers of fuel economy 
improvements, the benefits to the nation of reducing fuel consumption, 
and the number of model years that should be covered by the proposal. 
The agency is also seeking comments on possible modifications and/or 
reforms to the Corporate Average Fuel Economy program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            02/07/02                     67 FR 5767
NPRM                            10/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

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-AI70
_______________________________________________________________________




2053.   STATIC OUT-OF-POSITION TEST REQUIREMENTS AT S23 USING 
6-YEAR-OLD 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 571.208

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
considering:
(a) Defer for 3 years the implementation of the static out-of-position 
test requirements at S23 using the 6 year old dummy; (b) modify the 300 
msec data collection requirement to be 10 msec after dummy interaction 
with the air bag ceases to allow facilitation of Low Risk Deployment 
(LRD) as either a compliance option or redundant protection for 
suppression systems; (c) provide a limited allowance for a manual 3-way 
override switch (on-off automatic) for 3-position front seating 
systems; and (d) reduce the first year phase-in from 35 percent to 10 
percent.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI71
_______________________________________________________________________




2054.   INSURER REPORTING REQUIREMENTS/LIST OF INSURERS REQUIRED 
TO FILE REPORTS FOR OCTOBER 2002

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 33112

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 544

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NHTSA proposes to update its lists in appendices A, B, and C 
of part 544 of passenger motor vehicle insurers that are required to 
file reports on their motor vehicle theft loss 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 1998 calendar 
year not later than October 25, 2002. Further, as long as the insurer 
remains listed, it must submit reports by each subsequent October 25.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            03/12/02                    67 FR 11161
NPRM                            03/27/02                    67 FR 14667
NPRM Comment Period End         05/28/02

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-AI73
_______________________________________________________________________




2055.   THEFT DATA FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2000

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 33104 (b) (4)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will publish the preliminary theft data on 
passenger motor vehicles that occurred in calendar year 2000 for MY 
2000 vehicles. The theft data indicate the overall vehicles' theft rate 
in 2000. Publication of this data fulfills the agency's obligation to 
periodically

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obtain accurate and timely data and publish the information for review 
and comment.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Deborah Mazyck, Program Analyst, Department of 
Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NPS-32, 
Office of Planning and Consumer Programs, 400 Seventh Street, Room 
5320, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-0846
Fax: 202 493-2290
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI75
_______________________________________________________________________




2056.   GM PETITION ON AMENDING FMVSS NO. 301 AND FMVSS NOS. 208, 212, 
219, 303, AND 305

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 15 USC 1392; 15 USC 1497

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.208; 49 CFR 571.212; 49 CFR 571.219; 49 CFR 
571.301; 49 CFR 571.303; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NHTSA published an NPRM on November 13, 2002, proposing to 
upgrade the rear and side impact tests in FMVSS No. 301, Fuel System 
Integrity. The NPRM requested comments on a number of particular 
issues. One of the requests, item 3.h, proposed to eliminate the second 
sentence in the standard's S7.11(b), which describes the test vehicle 
loading conditions. GM submitted comments on the issue and recommended 
specific changes. In addition, GM petitioned NHTSA to amend FMVSS Nos. 
208, 212, 219, 303 and 305 with identical language that GM recommended 
for amending FMVSS No. 301.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI76
_______________________________________________________________________




2057.   SCHEDULE OF FEES AUTHORIZED BY 49 U.S.C. 30141

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30141; 31 USC 9701

CFR Citation: 49 CFR Part 594

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NHTSA proposes to amend its regulations establishing fees 
authorized by 49 U.S.C. 30141 for the purpose of reimbursing the agency 
for certain costs incurred in administering the vehicle importation 
program. The amendments will adjust the fees to the level necessary for 
the agency to recover its actual costs. Section 301419(e) requires the 
agency to review and adjust these fees at least every two years. The 
fees were last adjusted in September 2000.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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-AI77
_______________________________________________________________________




2058.   EXEMPTION FOR INCONSEQUENTIAL DEFECT OR NONCOMPLIANCE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30118(d), 30120(h); Delegation of Authority at 
49 CFR 1.50

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 556

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Amendment to existing rules on inconsequential petitions to 
address appeals to the agency of denials of petitions for exemptions 
from notification and remedy requirements on the grounds that the 
noncompliance or defect is inconsequential as it relates to motor 
vehicle safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: 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-AI78
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2059. 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

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

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identification of linings for heavy vehicles only. Petitions concerned 
both performance levels and test procedures, and were granted.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2060. +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 571.403; 49 CFR 571.404

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The supplemental notice proposed 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 differed from our 
original proposal in several respects. Most notably, the scope of our 
proposal expanded to platform lifts installed on all motor vehicles. 
Other significant changes were 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                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2061. 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 571.402

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency is 
proposing a new Federal motor vehicle safety standard regulating new 
radiator caps and coolant reservoir caps, and new passenger cars, 
multipurpose passenger vehicles and light trucks with such caps. The 
agency believes that this new standard, if implemented, would result in 
fewer scald injuries that occur when people attempt to remove caps from 
motor vehicle radiators or coolant reservoirs that are under high 
pressure and contain hot fluids. However, this rulemaking would not 
require that radiator caps or coolant reservoir caps be provided on any 
motor vehicle.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comments            06/10/93                    58 FR 32503
Comment Period End              08/09/93
NPRM                            06/01/01                    66 FR 29747
NPRM Comment Period End         07/31/01
NPRM Comment Period Extended    08/02/01                    66 FR 40176
NPRM Comment Period End         09/28/01
Final Action                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2062. 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 
proposed replacing the current rear impact test procedures with a more 
stringent test procedure. The agency also proposed replacing 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

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NPRM Comment Period End         02/12/01                    66 FR 78461
Final Action                    06/00/02

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, an 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
_______________________________________________________________________




2063. 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 proposed 
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 issued 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                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2064. 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                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2065. 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:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National

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Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AG16
_______________________________________________________________________




2066. 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                    01/00/03

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2067. 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 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                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2068. 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 proposed 
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                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2069. 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 proposed 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

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NPRM Comment Period End         09/21/98
Final Action                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2070. 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
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
4/11/99                         02/08/99                     64 FR 6021
NPRM Comment Period End         02/10/99
Final                           07/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2071. 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

Abstract: In response to a petition for rulemaking, the agency proposed 
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
NPRM Comment Period Extended    08/03/98                    63 FR 41222
NPRM Comment Period End         10/09/98
Final Action                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2072. +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                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2073. 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 
proposed 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                    05/00/02

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

[[Page 33518]]

Phone: 202 366-4919
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH03
_______________________________________________________________________




2074. 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 proposed 
to 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                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH08
_______________________________________________________________________




2075. +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 
considered 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                    07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH09
_______________________________________________________________________




2076. 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                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2077. 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 proposed 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                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

[[Page 33519]]

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH61
_______________________________________________________________________




2078. 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 proposed to reduce regulatory burdens associated 
with importation of Canadian vehicles for resale in the United States 
when those vehicles already comply in essential respects with the 
Federal motor vehicle safety standards. This proposal would 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             02/01/01
Final Action Effective          10/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2079. 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
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/31/00
Final Action                    07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AH74
_______________________________________________________________________




2080. 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                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2081. 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 responds to a statutory 
directive to establish these guidelines.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Request for Comment             10/00/02

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


[[Page 33520]]


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
_______________________________________________________________________




2082. 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                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2083. 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                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2084. 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                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2085. 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 proposed 
changing the currently specified G78-15 tires used in the moving 
barrier test and replacing them with P215-75R15 radial tires. The 
current tires are not readily available.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/10/01                    66 FR 51629
NPRM Comment Period End         12/10/01
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI05
_______________________________________________________________________




2086. 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 United States or 
abroad, based on information in the possession of the manufacturer.

[[Page 33521]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/22/01                     66 FR 6532
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/23/01
NPRM                            12/21/01                    66 FR 66190
NPRM Comment Period End         02/04/02
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This will also respond to RIN AI31. This 
Rulemaking will combine the two RIN's AI25 and AI31 as of 8/2/01.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2087. 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                            10/11/01                    66 FR 51907
NPRM Comment Period End         12/10/01
Final Action                    07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: 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-AI26
_______________________________________________________________________




2088. ACCELERATION OF MANUFACTURER REMEDY PROGRAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30120(c)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 573

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                            12/11/01                    66 FR 64087
NPRM Comment Period End         02/11/02
Final Action                    10/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2089. 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                            12/11/01                    66 FR 64078
NPRM Comment Period End         02/11/02
Final Action                    11/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2090. DISPOSITION OF REPLACED TIRES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30102 to 30103; 49 USC 30112; 49 USC 30117 to 
30121; 49 USC 30166 to 30167; 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                            12/18/01                    66 FR 65165
Final Action                    11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

[[Page 33522]]

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-AI29
_______________________________________________________________________




2091. 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 prohibitions on the sale or lease of 
noncompliant and defective motor vehicles and equipment.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/23/01                    66 FR 38247
NPRM Comment Period End         09/21/01
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lloyd Guerci, Assistant Chief Counsel for Litigation, 
Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety 
Administration, 5219, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5263
Fax: 202 366-3820

RIN: 2127-AI30
_______________________________________________________________________




2092. 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 575

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, the Agency published an ANPRM 
stating 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 sought 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                            12/19/01                    66 FR 65535
Comment Period End              02/19/02
Final Action                    06/00/02

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-AI32
_______________________________________________________________________




2093. +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

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Intent                01/07/02                      67 FR 713
NPRM                            03/11/02                    67 FR 10873
Final Action                    07/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2094. 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                    05/00/02

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

[[Page 33523]]

Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI48
_______________________________________________________________________




2095. COMPLIANCE FOR MULTISTAGE MANUFACTURERS AND ALTERERS

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: The agency is responding to a petition for extraordinary 
relief of the compliance date by which final-stage manufacturers and 
alterers must install tether anchorages in affected vehicles to comply 
with our final rule published March 5, 1999 (64 FR 10786, RIN 2127-
AG50).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/00/02

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-AI49
_______________________________________________________________________




2096. +IMPROVED TIRE SAFETY

Priority: Economically 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 571.139

Legal Deadline: 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 safety 
requirements of tires. The agency is proposing a new tire standard 
applicable to radial and non-radial tires that are mounted on passenger 
cars, light truck vehicles, and multipurpose vehicles, but not tires 
for motorcycles and heavy trucks. The proposed requirements include 
tests for high speed performance, endurance, low pressure validation, 
low pressure high speed performance, road hazard impact, resistance to 
bead unseating and aging.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/05/02                    67 FR 10050
Final Action                    07/00/02

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-AI54
_______________________________________________________________________




2097. CHILD SAFETY INFORMATION LABELS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.213

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 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 consumer 
information for child restraints by prescribing clearer and simpler 
labels and instructions that are required to be placed on child 
restraints.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/02/01                    66 FR 55623
Correction                      11/29/01                    66 FR 59549
NPRM Comment Period End         01/02/02
Final Action                    11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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-AI55
_______________________________________________________________________




2098.   LIST 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 will amend the list of vehicles not 
originally manufactured to conform to all applicable Federal Motor 
Vehicle Safety Standards that NHTSA has decided to be eligible for 
importation. This list is published as an appendix to NHTSA's 
regulations at 49 CFR part 593 that establish the procedures through 
which the agency makes import eligibility decisions. The amendments 
will add to the list all vehicles that NHTSA has decided are to be 
eligible for importation since the list was last published on October 
1, 2000.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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 notice and comments on it.

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-AI61

[[Page 33524]]

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2099.   CHILD RESTRAINT SAFETY RATING

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: NPRM, Statutory, November 1, 2001.

Abstract: The recently-enacted Transportation Recall Enhancement 
Accountability and Documentation (TREAD) Act requires a notice of 
proposed rulemaking be issued to establish a child restraint safety 
rating consumer information program to provide practicable, readily 
understandable, and timely information to consumers for use in making 
informed decisions in the purchase of child restraint systems (CRS).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/06/01                    66 FR 56048
NPRM Comment Period End         01/07/02
Final Action                    11/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: On 11/06/2001 (66 FR 56146), the agency 
published a request for comment notice on a proposed safety rating 
program for child restraint systems.

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI65
_______________________________________________________________________




2100.   MODIFIED FRONT-OPENING HOOD 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 571.401

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In response to petitions for reconsideration of a final rule 
published on August 17, 2001 (66 FR 43113 RIN 2127-AI51) which 
specifically excluded passenger cars with a back door, such as 
hatchbacks and station wagons, from the standard and revised the 
definitions of ``trunk lid'' and ``trunk compartment'' to exclude 
interior storage compartments and sub-compartments within the trunk 
compartment from the requirements of the standard, the agency is adding 
a paragraph indicating that in passenger cars with front opening hoods, 
the interior trunk release must release the primary, but not the 
secondary, latch when the passenger car is in motion. At all other 
times, the interior trunk release must completely release all latches.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/02

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-AI69
_______________________________________________________________________




2101.   HIGH-THEFT LINES FOR MODEL YEAR 2002

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 CFR 33104

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will list the likely high-theft vehicle lines 
that are subject to the parts-marking requirements of the theft 
prevention standard and high theft lines that are exempted from the 
parts-marking requirements for model year 2003.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/02

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-AI74
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2102. +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

[[Page 33525]]

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2103. +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

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2104. +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
_______________________________________________________________________




2105. 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                      05/00/03

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2106. 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

[[Page 33526]]

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                      06/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Preliminary results of the observational survey 
are that the switches were left on (when they should be off) for 9 
percent of infant passengers, 27 percent of child passengers age 1-6, 
and 56 percent of child passenger age 7-12. They were turned off for 18 
percent of teen and adult passengers, depriving them of any potential 
benefits of air bags.

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-AH12
_______________________________________________________________________




2107. 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                      12/00/03

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2108. 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
_______________________________________________________________________




2109. 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                      12/00/06

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2110. 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

[[Page 33527]]

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                      12/00/06

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2111. +TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

Priority: Economically Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.138; 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 underinflated. The agency proposed 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                            07/26/01                    66 FR 38982
NPRM Comment Period End         09/06/01
Final Action                    04/00/04

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2112. 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: Civil penalties for violations of certain statutes 
administered by NHTSA are required to be adjusted for inflation at 
least once every 4 years. They were last increased effective March 
1997.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/18/01                    66 FR 27621
Final Rule                      08/07/01                    66 FR 41149


Next Action Undetermined

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
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2113. 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 has 
modified 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 are denied.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/03/99                     64 FR 5259
NPRM Comment Period End         04/05/99
Final Action                    12/12/01                    66 FR 64154
Final Action Effective          01/11/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

[[Page 33528]]

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2114. 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 has amended 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                    12/13/01                    66 FR 64358
Final Action Effective          01/01/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: In response to petitions for reconsideration, 
this final rule (4/20/01, 66 FR 20199) extends the effective date of 
the November 5, 1998, final rule to 06/01/2002. Other issues are still 
under consideration. This final rule was inadvertently published under 
RIN 2127-AC19.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2115. 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 has responded 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                    12/13/01                    66 FR 64368
Final Action Effective          01/14/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action was inadvertently published under 
RIN 2127-AH02.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2116. +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 has responded 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                    12/18/01                    66 FR 65375
Final Action Effective          05/00/02

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: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI10
_______________________________________________________________________




2117. RECORD RETENTION (AMENDMENT)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 30112; 49 USC 30115 to 30121; 49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 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 30120.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/28/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: RIN AI31 is being closed out because this 
rulemaking Action is being combined with RIN AI25 ``Early Warning'' 
Defect Reporting Requirements as of 8/2/01.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2118. ELECTRICAL VEHICLE SAFETY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 322; 49 USC 30111; 49 USC 30115; 49 USC 30117; 
49 USC 30166

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 571.305

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In this final rule, the agency is responding to petitions for 
reconsideration of a final rule published on September 27, 2000 (65 FR 
57980, RIN 2127-AF34) that established a new safety standard that 
addressed safety issues exclusive to electric vehicles (EV). The 
petitioners requested changes in: (1) the application section to make 
it clear that the 48 volts applicability was nominal voltage; (2) 
changes to the battery state of charge requirements to take into 
account hybrid-electric vehicles that do not contain provisions for 
external charging; and (3) changes to the electrical isolation test 
procedure measurement locations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action Effective          12/01/01
Final Action                    12/03/01                    66 FR 60157

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Saul, Director, Office of Crashworthiness 
Standards, Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic 
Safety Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-1740
Fax: 202 366-4329
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2127-AI57
_______________________________________________________________________




2119.   +LIGHT TRUCK AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY STANDARD, MODEL YEAR 2004

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 2004.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/24/02                     67 FR 3470
Correction                      01/30/02                     67 FR 4379
NPRM Comment Period End         02/25/02
Final Rule                      04/04/02                    67 FR 16052
Final Rule Effective            05/06/02

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-AI68

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2120. 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. The RSAC 
Locomotive Crashworthiness Working Group is considering specific 
recommendations for regulatory action. Originally this project was 
considered significant; however, it appears likely 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                            09/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: This rulemaking was originally included in

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RIN 2130-AA89, Locomotive Cab Working Conditions.

Agency Contact: Daniel Alpert, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6026

RIN: 2130-AB23
_______________________________________________________________________




2121. LOCOMOTIVE EVENT RECORDERS

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                            01/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Additional Information: This rulemaking was previously titled 
``Crashworthy Event Recorders''.

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-AB34
_______________________________________________________________________




2122. 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                            12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2123. 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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2124. 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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2125. REVISION TO THE ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORTING REGULATIONS AND GUIDE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20901; 49 USC 20902

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 225

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA intends to conform its regulations for accident/incident 
reporting to revised OSHA regulations, and to make appropriate 
revisions to the FRA Guide for Preparing Accident/Incident Reports. On 
January 19, 2001, OSHA published revised regulations for Occupational 
Injury and Illness Recording and Reporting (66 FR 5965). FRA accident/
incident regulations pertaining to occupational injury and illness are 
patterned after the prior OSHA regulations and must be maintained in 
general conformity with those regulations to permit compatibility of 
data and integration of railroad industry data into national 
statistical databases. OSHA's final rule became effective on January 1, 
2002. Accordingly, FRA needs to revise its own injury codes and 
narratives, cause codes and narratives, and circumstance codes and 
narratives (as set forth in the

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FRA Reporting Guide) as soon as feasible. Minor administrative issues 
have also arisen since the last general revision of Part 225 on January 
1, 1997 that will be considered in relation to possible amendments to 
the regulations or the Reporting Guide.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Nancy Friedman, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6034

RIN: 2130-AB51
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2126. 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
NPRM Comment Period End         12/31/90
Final Action                    12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State

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 decided to move forward 
with a final rule. FRA is now reconsidering that determination.
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
_______________________________________________________________________




2127. +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, subsequent 
enactment prohibited issuance prior to July 1, 2001.

Abstract: This action would govern when 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. Studies have shown that highway-rail grade 
crossing accidents increase 62 percent at gated crossings where whistle 
bans are in effect. 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. In 2000, Congress prohibited FRA from 
issuing a rule before July 1, 2001.

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 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.

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 have a higher risk of accident than 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

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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 required 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                    11/30/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2128. +STANDARDS FOR DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF PROCESSOR-BASED SIGNAL AND 
TRAIN CONTROL SYSTEMS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 234; 49 CFR 236; 49 CFR 209

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Consistent with congressional mandate, FRA has continued its 
commitment to supporting Positive Train Control (PTC) technology 
development, testing and compatibility; and promoting deployment of PTC 
technology 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 
formed the basis of an NPRM that would facilitate introduction of 
advanced technology, including systems that support PTC functions. The 
NPRM addresses technical standards for all processor-based signal and 
train control products, amending 49 CFR part 236. The comment period 
ended 11/08/01, and FRA is now preparing a final rule. After reviewing 
comments and meeting with RSAC, FRA published its final rule on April 
4, 2002. Most of the requirements become effective on June 3, 2002.

Statement of Need: Current FRA regulations do not adequately address 
the use of signal and train control technology that is processor-based. 
In fact, application of current regulations to processor-based systems 
can create unnecessarily 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 rule 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 requirement as is, and (2) adopting a single 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 single design 
standard would inhibit innovative signal and train control system 
designs.

Anticipated Cost and Benefits: The proposed rule would provide flexible 
performance 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 rule would ensure that any replacement 
system is at least as safe as the current system. Concerning existing 
processor-based systems, the 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 accrue.

Most of the costs of this proceeding 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 rule would be the

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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.
Overall, it appears that the benefits of the rule would outweigh the 
costs.

Risks: The risk category addressed by the proposed rule is that of 
accidents that occur due to improper train operations and certain types 
of vandalism. Types of accidents that may be prevented include 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                            08/10/01                    66 FR 42351
NPRM Comment Period End         11/08/01
Final Rule                      11/00/02

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-AA94
_______________________________________________________________________




2129. 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          12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2130. +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 prepared a final rule and 
coordinated with the Surface Transportation Board to issue 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 rule authorizes a railroad carrying out a regulated 
transaction to petition for a waiver of compliance. The railroad must 
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 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 rule. See 63 FR 72225, 72235 
(December 31, 1998). For Class I railroads, the agency estimates that a 
SIP would cost between $300,000 and $800,000 to

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prepare, but will prevent $1.5 million to $12 million in accident 
costs. For Class II railroads, FRA estimates 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 as part of the merger application process. The 
rule requires, 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
NPRM Comment Period Extended    04/21/99                    64 FR 19512
Public Hearing - Notice         04/21/99                    64 FR 19512
NPRM Comment Period End         05/04/99
Final Action                    03/15/02                    67 FR 11582
Final Action Effective          04/15/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2131. ROADWAY MAINTENANCE MACHINES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 214

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA proposed 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. FRA is now preparing the final rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/10/01                     66 FR 1930
NPRM Comment Period End         03/12/01
Final Action                    12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking is an offshoot 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
_______________________________________________________________________




2132. ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT OF MONETARY THRESHOLD FOR REPORTING RAIL 
EQUIPMENT ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

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

________________________________________________________________________

Notice                          12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The 2001 final rule of 12/26/2001, 66 FR 66346, 
increases the monetary threshold from $6,600 to $6,700 for accidents/
incidents that occur during the calendar year 2002. After the 1997 
final rule of 2/2/97, 62 FR 63675, increased the monetary threshold 
from $6,500 to $6,600, the monetary threshold remained at $6,600 from 
calendar years 1998 through 2000. 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
Phone: 202 493-6034

RIN: 2130-AB30
_______________________________________________________________________




2133. 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

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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 published 
on December 2, 1994, 59 FR 62218. For the calendar year 2002, the 
minimum random drug and alcohol testing rates of covered railroad 
employees continue to be 25 percent and 10 percent, respectively. 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            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: In the notice of determination of January 2, 
2002 (67 FR 21), the minimum random drug and alcohol testing rates of 
covered railroad employees remained at 25 percent and 10 percent, 
respectively, for calendar year 2002. In the notices of determination 
of 2/18/98 (63 FR 8143), 12/30/98 (63 FR 71789), 12/27/99 (64 FR 
72289), and 12/19/00 (65 FR 79318), the minimum rates remained at 25 
percent and 10 percent for calendar years 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001.

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2134. +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 requires 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              12/11/01                    66 FR 63942
Interim Final Rule Effective    01/10/02
Final Rule                      01/00/03

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2135. PASSENGER EQUIPMENT SAFETY STANDARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20133; 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 216; 49 CFR 238

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action responds to the remaining issues raised in the 
petitions for reconsideration of FRA's May 12, 1999 final rule, which 
established comprehensive Federal safety standards for railroad 
passenger equipment. See 64 FR 25540. This action clarifies and amends 
the final rule, principally those sections related to fire safety and 
the structure of railroad passenger equipment. This action follows a 
response to the petitions for reconsideration related to the 
inspection, testing, and maintenance of railroad passenger equipment, 
as well as the movement of defective equipment provisions of the May 
12, 1999 final rule. See 65 FR 41284.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Daniel Alpert, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6026

RIN: 2130-AB48
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2136. 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 Signal'' regulations, which prescribe minimum requirements for 
the protection of railroad employees engaged in the inspection, 
testing, repair, and servicing of rolling equipment. This task was 
assigned to RSAC and the working group met for the first time in 
October, 2000. There have been six subsequent meetings. Currently, the 
working group is still considering several issues and, thus, the next 
action on this rule is undetermined.

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

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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: John A. Winkle, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street, 
SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6067

RIN: 2130-AA90
_______________________________________________________________________




2137. 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: 202 493-6038

RIN: 2130-AB27
_______________________________________________________________________




2138. +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, and 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                            12/11/01                    66 FR 64000


Next Action Undetermined

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2139. +MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR TEMPERATURE IN THE LOCOMOTIVE CAB

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20701 to 20703

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 229

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA is considering amending current minimum temperature 
requirements and establishing maximum cab temperature requirements.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2140. IMPROVEMENTS TO THE SYSTEM FOR REPORTING TRAIN ACCIDENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20901; 49 USC 20902

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 225

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FRA initiated a pilot study to investigate a possible 
approach for developing a new system of reporting train accidents, 
potentially leading to a revision of the regulations for reporting rail 
equipment accidents/incidents involving railroad property damage. Under 
the current system, railroads are required to report any event 
involving property damage or injury if the total cost of the event for 
all railroads involved exceeds a threshold. The cost of repairing the 
damage therefore acts as a surrogate measure of severity. Repair cost, 
however, is unsatisfactory as a surrogate measure of severity. Costs 
can be substantially affected by factors that have no relevancy to 
severity, such as the newness of any destroyed equipment and 
facilities. Nevertheless, current regulations mandate that if a 
locomotive engineer has been found to be at fault for causing an event, 
he or she can be disqualified only if it is reportable as a train 
accident. The perceived unfairness of disqualification being only 
loosely tied to accident severity is something FRA wishes to remedy by 
changing the reporting requirement to more closely reflect the severity 
of the event rather than just the book cost.
FRA is also interested in changing the system to reduce time and effort 
spent by railroads in reporting and recording train accidents. The 
current reporting system causes substantial inconvenience and places a 
burden on the railroads. The railroads' initial estimates of repair 
costs are somewhat subjective, yet they have to decide whether to 
report an event on the basis of the estimate. In addition, if the 
actual cost of an event deviates from initial estimates by more than 
10% and exceeds the threshold, then the railroad would be required to 
submit a report if the initial estimate was below the threshold and an 
amendment if the initial estimate was above. The uncertainty about the 
status of an event may put undue pressure on railroads

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to report more events as train accidents than necessary.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The results of the pilot study were 
insufficient to permit FRA to try out certain aspects of the proposed 
approach to developing a new system. Further action to be determined.

Agency Contact: Nancy Friedman, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6034

RIN: 2130-AB50
_______________________________________________________________________




2141.   AUTOMATIC TRAIN CONTROL (ATC) AND ADVANCED CIVIL SPEED 
ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM (ACSES); NORTHEAST CORRIDOR (NEC) RAILROADS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: An order is in effect, but amendments for technical matters 
or for the phasing of implementation will be added as needed. Through 
this amendment, FRA granted a second extension of a previously granted 
exception that allows MBTA to follow temporary operating protocols 
whenever it cannot dispatch a train equipped with ACSES. This 
exception, which would have expired on February 1, 2002, now runs 
through April 5, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Amendment                       02/12/02                     67 FR 6573


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: 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-AB55
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2142. FREIGHT CAR SAFETY STANDARDS: MAINTENANCE-OF-WAY EQUIPMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 215

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action originally proposed 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 was originally considered significant because of 
anticipated public and industry interest.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/10/94                    59 FR 11238
NPRM Comment Period End         02/27/95
Notice of Termination           03/27/02                    67 FR 14665

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

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: Thomas Herrmann, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6036

RIN: 2130-AA68
_______________________________________________________________________




2143. 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, 
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.

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                    04/04/02                    67 FR 16032

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

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Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism:  This action may have federalism implications as defined in 
EO 13132.

Agency Contact: Christina McDonald, Trial Attorney, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, 400 Seventh Street 
SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 493-6032

RIN: 2130-AA89
_______________________________________________________________________




2144. 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 amended the 
Bridge Worker Safety Rules through promulgation of an interim final 
rule. The interim final rule prohibits 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 also makes 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              01/15/02                     67 FR 1903

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2145.   BRAKE SYSTEM SAFETY STANDARDS FOR FREIGHT AND OTHER NON-
PASSENGER TRAINS AND EQUIPMENT; END-OF-TRAIN DEVICES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 232

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, December 31, 1993, Final Rule; 
Response to Petitions for Reconsideration.

Abstract: Pursuant to the Federal Railroad Safety Enforcement and 
Review Act of 1992, FRA revised the regulations related to freight 
power brakes. On January 17, 2001, FRA issued a final rule revising the 
freight power brake standards (66 FR 4104). On August 1, 2001, FRA 
issued an initial response to petitions for reconsideration of the 
final rule related to the periodic maintenance and test requirements 
contained in subpart D of the final rule (66 FR 39683). This document 
responds to the remaining issues raised in the petitions for 
reconsideration of the final rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule; Response to 
Petitions for Reconsideration   04/10/02                    67 FR 17556

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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-AB52
_______________________________________________________________________




2146.   ALCOHOL/DRUG REGULATIONS: TEMPORARY POST-ACCIDENT BLOOD 
TESTING PROCEDURES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 20103; 49 USC 20107; 49 USC 20111; 49 USC 
20113; 49 USC 20140; ...

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 1.49(m)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Temporary post-accident blood testing procedures to be 
followed until all FRA post-accident kits have fresh blood tubes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice                          12/31/01                    66 FR 67623

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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-AB54

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Federal Transit Administration (FTA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2147. +CLEAN FUELS FORMULA GRANT PROGRAM

Priority: Other Significant

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

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considered significant because of considerable congressional and public 
interest.

Statement of Need: This rulemaking is intended to assist nonattainment 
and maintenance areas in achieving or maintaining air quality 
attainment status. The program also seeks to support emerging clean 
fuel and advanced propulsion technologies for transit buses and to 
create markets for these technologies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/28/01                    66 FR 45551
NPRM Comment Period End         10/21/01
Final Rule                      05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2148. 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 amendments to the rule. An NPRM seeking 
comments to amend the regulation will be published. Additionally, a 
direct final rule is being issued to change the definition of 
``accident'' to ``major incident'', as defined in the National Transit 
Database. This regulation was previously reported under RIN 2132-AA39 
and RIN 2132-AA59.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               04/03/02                    67 FR 15725

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: Jerry Fisher, Department of Transportation, Federal 
Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-2896

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-AA69
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


Federal Transit Administration (FTA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2149. +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


Next Action Undetermined

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. FTA's fourth interim final rule, issued on 11/3/93, established 
four subcategories of small vehicles to facilitate the phase-in of 
testing.
Initially, FTA had intended to issue a final rule. However, FTA now 
believes that prior to the issuance of a final rule, the public should 
have the opportunity to provide additional comment, especially 
considering advances in technology and developments within the industry 
during the period that the interim final rule has been in effect.
ANALYSIS: Regulatory Evaluation, 07/28/92, 57 FR 33394

Agency Contact: Bruce Walker, Attorney Advisor, Department of 
Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., 
Washington, DC 20590

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Phone: 202 366-4011
Fax: 202 366-3809

RIN: 2132-AA30
_______________________________________________________________________




2150. +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 Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) implementing 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 33960
NPRM Comment Period Extended    07/07/00                    65 FR 41892
NPRM 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
_______________________________________________________________________




2151. 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


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

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-AA62
_______________________________________________________________________




2152. +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 33922
NPRM Comment Period Extended    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, 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
_______________________________________________________________________




2153. SCHOOL BUS OPERATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5323(f)

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 605

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking amends the definition of ``tripper'' service, 
which

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is mass transportation service modified to meet the needs of school 
students and personnel. The amended definition will prohibit the use of 
certain signage without the express written permission of the FTA 
Administrator, and provides that tripper buses must stop only at stops 
that are marked as available to the public. In the previous agenda, FTA 
had stated that it intended to withdraw the proposed amendment. 
However, upon further consideration, the agency has decided to hold 
this matter in abeyance pending reauthorization of the Transportation 
Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/03/99                    64 FR 23590
NPRM Comment Period End         07/02/99


Next Action Undetermined

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2154. 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

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
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Federal Transit Administration (FTA)



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2155. +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 had proposed putting FTA 
Circular 4220.1D, ``Third-Party Contracting Requirements'' into 
regulatory form, based on the belief that these procurement regulations 
would make the third-party contracting process more equitable and 
understandable. Upon further consideration and in consulation with 
industry representatives, FTA has determined that there is no clear 
need for this regulation at this time. Consequently, FTA will be 
terminating this rulemaking action.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       04/30/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal

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


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Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (SLSDC)



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2156.   SEAWAY REGULATIONS AND RULES: BALLAST WATER

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 983(a); 33 USC 984(a); 49 CFR 1.52

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 401

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under agreement with the Saint Lawrence Seaway management 
Corporation of Canada, the SLSDC is proposing to amend the joint Seaway 
Regulations and Rules to make compliance with applicable Great Lakes 
shipping industry codes for ballast water management and practices a 
mandatory prerequisite for clearance of a commercial vessel for transit 
of the seaway system.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/24/02                     67 FR 3465
NPRM Comment Period End         02/25/02
Final Action                    02/27/02                     67 FR 8885
Final Action Effective          03/26/02

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-AA13
_______________________________________________________________________




2157.   SEAWAY TARIFF OF TOLLS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 33 USC 983(a), 984(a)(4), 988; 49 CFR 1.52

CFR Citation: 33 CFR 402

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under international agreement, the Saint Lawrence Seaway 
Development Corporation (SLSDC) and the Canadian Saint Lawrence Seaway 
Management Corporation jointly publish and administer the Seaway Tariff 
of Tolls. This rule amends the tariff to reflect the Canadian only fees 
and charges for the 2002 navigation season.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    02/14/02                     67 FR 6869
Final Action Effective          03/18/02

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-AA14

_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)



_______________________________________________________________________




2158. 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                           02/26/02                     67 FR 8769
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/31/02

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)



_______________________________________________________________________




2159. 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                            12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

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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
_______________________________________________________________________




2160. 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                            12/04/01                    66 FR 63905
NPRM Comment Period Extended    02/01/02                     67 FR 4941
NPRM Comment Period End         04/04/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2161. 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 growth. The proposed 
changes result from RSPA's further review of the standards and changes 
recommended by the National Association of Pipeline Safety 
Representatives (NAPSR) in its November 1992 report on the standards 
and by the State Industry Regulatory Review Committee in its April 26, 
1999 report. The proposed changes would reduce costs in the pipeline 
industry without compromising safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/02

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 
Proposed 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 the 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.
However, not all the changes suggested by the commenters were 
incorporated in the final rule. A further review of the regulations 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 39 proposed changes in the 
gas pipeline safety regulations.
Most of the SIRRC recommendations will be addressed in a subsequent 
notice of proposed rulemaking. However, the welding recommendations are 
being adopted in the periodic update (Docket No. RSPA-99-6106 RIN 2137-
AD35). And, the corrosion control recommendations are being considered 
in a review of the gas pipeline corrosion regulations in (RIN 2137-
AD63)

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-AD01
_______________________________________________________________________




2162. +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

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action would address the need to change part 195 as NAPSR recommended.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/02

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, Regulations Manager, Department of 
Transportation, Research and Special Programs Administration, 400 
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4559

RIN: 2137-AD10
_______________________________________________________________________




2163. 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 addressed are shipping papers, marking, labeling, and 
placarding requirements. 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                            06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2164. 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 rulemaking addresses 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                            02/13/02                     67 FR 6669
NPRM Comment Period End         04/26/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-206C

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-AD29
_______________________________________________________________________




2165. +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 will address 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                            12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2166. 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

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ANPRM Comment Period Extended   03/01/00                    65 FR 11028
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/29/00
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/29/00
NPRM                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2167. 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                            05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2168. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS FOR UNLOADING IM 
PORTABLE TANKS ON A TRANSPORT VEHICLE - PETITION FOR RULEMAKING

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                            02/22/02                     67 FR 8220
NPRM Comment Period End         04/08/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2169. 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 revising requirements applicable to lithium batteries 
for consistency with international requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2170. 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

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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).
Consideration of a similar gas rule is underway. A public meeting was 
held on February 12-14, 2001 to present information on integrity 
requirements for gas transmission pipelines. Additional information was 
requested June 27, 2001 (66 FR 34318). Rulemakings addressing gas 
transmission line high consequence areas, direct assessment, and 
overall integrity management program will be published in 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM Integrity Management 
Program                         07/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2171. 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 proposed 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

________________________________________________________________________

Undetermined                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2172. PIPELINE SAFETY: HAZARDOUS LIQUID PIPELINE OPERATOR ANNUAL REPORTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: and 49 CFR 1.53

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would amend the pipeline safety regulations 
to require hazardous liquid pipeline operators to submit a Hazardous 
Liquid Operator Annual Report. The information on the hazardous liquid 
operator annual report form is needed to normalize hazardous liquid 
accident information for identifying safety trends in the accident 
data. The inventory information that the annual report would provide 
addresses a major deficiency in the current information collection. 
Through a separate rulemaking, RSPA is also improving the hazardous 
liquid accident form by expanding ``failure cause'' categories and 
collecting more detailed information about the impact of failed 
pipelines. Together with the improved hazardous liquid accident report, 
the proposed Hazardous Liquid Operator Annual Report will address the 
concerns of RSPA/OPS, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), 
Congress, and others, increase the overall usefulness of the data and 
make analysis more efficient and meaningful.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-01-9832.

Agency Contact: Roger Little, Department of Transportation, Research 
and Special Programs Administration
Phone: 202 366-4569

RIN: 2137-AD59
_______________________________________________________________________




2173.   HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: HARMONIZATION WITH THE UNITED NATIONS 
RECOMMENDATIONS, INTERNATIONAL MARITIME DANGEROUS GOODS CODE, AND 
INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 171 to 180

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To amend the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR 
Parts 171-180) to maintain alignment with international standards by 
incorporating numerous changes to proper shipping names, hazard 
classes, packing groups, special provisions, packaging authorizations, 
air transport quantity limitations and vessel stowage requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket HM-215E.

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-AD66

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2174.   HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: SECURITY REQUIREMENTS FOR OFFERORS 
AND TRANSPORTERS OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 177; 49 CFR 
397

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule will establish certain requirements 
designed to enhance the security of hazardous materials in 
transportation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket HM-232.

Agency Contact: Susan Gorsky, 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-AD67
_______________________________________________________________________




2175.   PIPELINE SAFETY: ANNUAL UPDATE OF STANDARDS INCORPORATED 
BY REFERENCE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5103, 60102, 60103, 60104, 60108, 60109, 60110, 
60113, and 60118

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 191; 49 CFR 193; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: More than 70 voluntary consensus technical standards are 
incorporated by reference in the Federal gas pipeline, hazardous liquid 
pipeline, and liquefied natural gas (LNG) safety regulations. The 
Office of Pipeline Safety will propose to incorporate updated standards 
early in each calendar year.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/01/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No RSPA-02-11457.

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-AD68
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of Transportation (DOT)                     Final Rule Stage


Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)



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2176. +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 proposed to amend the Hazardous Materials 
Regulations (HMR) by updating and consolidating requirements for the 
manufacture, maintenance, requalification, repair, and use of 
compressed gas cylinders. Because of significant adverse comment, this 
rulemaking will be terminated. RSPA will address the proposals in this 
rulemaking applicable to maintenance, requalification and repair of DOT 
specification cylinders; approval for cylinder requalifiers, 
independent inspection agencies, and non-domestic chemical analyses and 
tests in a final rule under RIN 2137-AD58. Cylinder manufacturing 
issues will be addressed in a separate 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.

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 Extended to 
09/30/1999                      05/28/99                    64 FR 28065
NPRM Comment Period End         05/28/99
Termination Notice              02/13/02                     67 FR 6667
Final Action                    10/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2177. 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 
developed cracks during service, and occasionally leaks developed 
resulting

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in loss of contents. The ANPRM was intended to alert and inform all 
persons possessing these cylinders of the problems, identify those 
cylinders at risk, and suggest steps to minimize risks. Safety issues 
will be handled and this rulemaking addressed under RIN 2137-AD58.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/10/87                    52 FR 26027
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/10/87
Final Action                    05/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-176A. Safety issues originally 
considered by this action are being addressed in Docket HM-220D, RIN 
2137-AD58.
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
_______________________________________________________________________




2178. +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
Interim Final Rule 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                      09/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2179. 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 375 days. A 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                            09/12/01                    66 FR 47443
NPRM Comment Period End         11/13/01
Final Action                    07/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2180. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISIONS TO STANDARDS FOR INFECTIOUS 
SUBSTANCES AND GENETICALLY MODIFIED MICROORGANISMS

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 proposes 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 and genetically modified microorganisms 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

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ANPRM Comment Period End        12/01/98
NPRM                            01/22/01                     66 FR 7942
NPRM Comment Period End         04/23/01
Final Action                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2181. 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                      05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2182. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REVISIONS TO INCIDENT REPORTING REQUIREMENTS 
AND 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
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/21/99
NPRM                            07/03/01                    66 FR 35155
NPRM Comment Period End         10/01/01
Final Action                    12/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-229.

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-AD21
_______________________________________________________________________




2183. 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                    12/00/02

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

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2184. HARMONIZATION WITH 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

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                      06/21/01                    66 FR 33316
Correction                      05/00/02

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
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2185. 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                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2186. 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 proposed 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                            08/08/01                    66 FR 41490
NPRM Comment Period End         10/04/01
Final Action                    12/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2187. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: REDUCTION OF REGISTRATION FEES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 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 2003 
Federal budget.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/07/00                    65 FR 76890
NPRM Comment Period End         02/02/01
NPRM; Status                    05/02/01                    66 FR 22080
Partial Final Rule              09/00/02

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

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2188. 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 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                    05/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2189.   PIPELINE SAFETY: HIGH CONSEQUENCE AREAS FOR GAS 
TRANSMISSION OPERATORS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5103, 60102, 60104, 60108, 60109, 60118 and 49 
CFR 1.53

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Office of Pipeline Safety (OPS) considers ``high 
consequence'' areas (HCA) to be areas where the potential consequences 
of a gas pipeline accident may be significant, including the risk of 
significant harm to people and property. For gas transmission 
pipelines, this rulemaking proposes to define HCAs to include all Class 
3 and 4 areas (as specified in part 192); any areas within 660 feet of 
the pipeline (or within 1,000 feet where the pipeline is greater than 
30 inches in diameter and operates at MAOP of 100 psig or greater) 
where there are hospitals, schools, day-care centers, retirement homes, 
prisons, or other hard to evacuate places occupied by 20 or more 
persons; and any area within 660 feet of the pipeline (or within 1,000 
feet where the pipeline is greater than 30 inches in diameter and 
operates at MAOP of 100 psig or greater) where at least 20 people 
congregate at least 50 days in any 12 month period (such as beaches, 
recreational facilities, camping grounds and museums, etc.).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/09/02                     67 FR 1108
Final Action                    08/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-00-7666. This proceeding 
relates to RIN 2137-AD54.

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-AD64
_______________________________________________________________________




2190.   HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES - ADDITIONS, 
REVISIONS AND DELETIONS.

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 172

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: RSPA is making minor revisions, additions, and deletions to 
the Hazardous Substances Reportable Quantities (RQ) Table to reflect 
changes in the 42 CFR section 302.4 table which designates hazardous 
substances and their reportable quantities under the Comprehensive 
Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA). This 
action is necessary to comply with the Superfund Amendments and 
Reauthorization Act (LSARA) of 1986 which amended CERCLA (1980) to 
mandate RSPA to regulate, under the HMR, all hazardous substances 
designated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    03/05/02                     67 FR 9926
Final Action Effective          10/01/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-145M.

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-AD65

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Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Long-Term Actions


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2191. 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: A 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 
accommodate 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 effected of 
amended regulations was to improve the safety of gas, hazard 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 requirements 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. Nonetheless, hazardous liquid pipelines, carbon 
dioxide pipelines, new onshore gas transmission lines, and the actual 
replaced components in existing onshore gas transmission lines must 
comply with the final rule of April 1994. The next action is 
undetermined.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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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


Next Action Undetermined

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 accommodate 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.
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
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2192. +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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2193. 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

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underwater pipeline and what constitutes a hazard to navigation.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

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 requirements 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
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2194. +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.

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: RSPA made a preliminary determination 
that there is neither an increase nor decrease in the costs of 
compliance with the HMR for persons who offer hazardous materials for 
transportation or transport hazardous materials in commerce. The 
preliminary regulatory evaluation was entered into the docket and is 
available for review.

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
SANPRM Comment Period End 
Extended to 08/25/1999          07/26/99
NPRM                            06/14/01                    66 FR 32420
NPRM Comment Period Extended to 
08/02/2001 & Public Meetings    08/02/01                    66 FR 40174
NPRM Comment Period End         11/30/01
Final Action                    06/00/03

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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2195. 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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/12/99                    64 FR 43972
NPRM Comment Period End         10/12/99


Next Action Undetermined

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
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2196. 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: Next Action Undetermined

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
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2197. +HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFETY: TRANSPORTATION OF OXYGEN CYLINDERS 
AND OXYGEN GENERATORS ABOARD 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 oxygen cylinders and oxygen generators, when transported aboard 
aircraft, to be packed in an outer packaging that meets prescribed 
thermal and heat resistance requirements. 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                            04/00/03

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. Previously titled Hazardous Materials 
Safety: Transportation of oxygen cylinders on Aircraft.

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
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2198. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: CARGO TANK ROLLOVER REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

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

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-213A

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-AD34

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2199. 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 USC 5121; 49 USC 60102 to 60104; 49 USC 60117 to 
60118; 49 USC 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 will 
require integrity assessment of pipeline segments that could affect 
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                    01/16/02                     67 FR 2136


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-00-7408.

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-AD49
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2200. PIPELINE SAFETY: INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT COMMUNICATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5103, 60102, 60104, 60108, 60110, 601132, 
60118; 49 CFR 1.53

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192; 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In connection with the series of rules Pipeline Integrity 
Management in High Consequence Areas, the Office of Pipeline Safety 
(OPS) may propose related rules governing operator communications with 
local public officials and agencies. To assist in this effort, the OPS 
Technical Advisory Committees created an Integrity Management 
Communications Subcommittee to focus on communications issues. The 
Subcommittee has equal representation from the public, government 
agencies, and the pipeline industry. It provides feedback, insight, and 
information to the advisory committee on the content and delivery of 
information conveyed to local officials and public about pipeline 
operations, systems, and the risks they pose in or near high 
consequence areas. The Subcommittee is also assisting OPS in finalizing 
a primer to educate local officials on pipelines and their operations. 
It held its first meeting on August 28, 2000, to discuss the content 
and delivery of pipeline information to be conveyed to local officials 
and members of the public in or near high consequence areas.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-00-7795.

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-AD62
_______________________________________________________________________




2201. PIPELINE SAFETY: CONTROLLING CORROSION ON GAS PIPELINES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5103, 60102, 60104, 60108, 60109, 60113, 60118; 
49 CFR 1.53

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 192

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The corrosion-control regulations for gas pipelines will be 
revised to incorporate the latest safety practices for corrosion 
protection of steel pipe. Updated criteria for corrosion protection 
will be incorporated into the federal pipeline safety regulations 
including, if possible, the incorporation by reference of voluntary 
consensus standards. Any change will be designed to improve the 
corrosion protection of new and existing piping for corrosion and to 
control any deleterious effects. Any changes will be comparable to the 
requirements for hazardous liquid and carbon dioxide pipelines in 49 
CFR Part 195.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-01-10337. Information in Docket 
No. RSPA-97-2762 (RIN 2137-AD24) will be considered in this proceeding.

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-AD63

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Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA)



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2202. 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 49 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
Withdrawn                       02/26/02                     67 FR 8769

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 
was terminated under M-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
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2203. +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
Withdrawn                       01/25/02                     67 FR 3675

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 
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,

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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.

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
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2204. 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 Materials 
Regulations. This action was terminated and the petition for rulemaking 
was denied 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
Termination Notice              01/08/02                      67 FR 852

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. HM-220C.

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-AC86
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2205. 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                    12/27/01                    66 FR 66993

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). The docket contains comments and 
recommendations on gas pipeline corrosion control that will be 
considered in RIN 2137-AD63.

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
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2206. 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 proposed rulemaking will not be pursued at the present 
time and is being withdrawn. We have limited agency resources devoted 
to pending substantive rulemaking actions; therefore our plan is to 
improve the clarity and the regulations as they are being substantively 
revised, rather than to separately re-write existing regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/12/02

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
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2207. 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

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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                      08/22/01                    66 FR 44251
Effective Date                  10/01/01

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
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2208. PIPELINE SAFETY: HAZARDOUS LIQUID PIPELINE ACCIDENT REPORTING 
REVISIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 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 gallons will require reporting minimal 
information, whereas any spill in water of 5 gallons 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.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/21/01                    66 FR 15681
NPRM Comment Period End         05/21/01
Final Action                    01/08/02                      67 FR 831

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
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2209. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REGULATIONS: EDITORIAL CORRECTIONS AND 
CLARIFICATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent

Legal Authority: 49 USC 49 5101 to 5127

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 107; 49 CFR 171; 49 CFR 172; 49 CFR 173; 49 CFR 
176; 49 CFR 177; 49 CFR 178; 49 CFR 179; 49 CFR 180; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this Final Rule is to correct editorial errors 
and to enhance the clarity of certain provisions in the Hazardous 
Materials Regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/28/01                    66 FR 45177
Final Action Effective          10/01/01

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: HM Docket: HM-189S

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-AD60
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2210. PIPELINE SAFETY: PIPELINE INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT IN HIGH CONSEQUENCE 
AREAS (REPAIR CRITERIA)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5103, 60102, 60104, 60108, 60109, 60118; 49 CFR 
1.53

CFR Citation: 49 CFR 195

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The final rule on integrity management for hazardous liquid 
pipelines with 500 or more miles of pipelines (December 1, 2000, 65 FR 
75378) requires operators to assess, evaluate, repair, and validate 
through comprehensive analysis the integrity of hazardous liquid 
pipeline segments that, in the event of a leak, could affect high 
consequence areas. An operator must develop a schedule that prioritizes 
defects for evaluation and repair, including time frames for promptly 
reviewing and analyzing the integrity assessment and completing the 
repairs. An operator must also provide additional protection for these 
pipeline segments through other remedial actions, and preventive and 
mitigative measures. This additional action is required because OPS 
completely restructured the section of the rule pertaining to actions 
an operator must take to address pipeline integrity issues and allowed 
60 days for comments on the provisions in section 195.452(h). We are 
now evaluating these comments and will likely issue an additional final 
rule to modify the repair requirements or notice stating that the 
section stands as written.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    01/14/02                     67 FR 1650

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Docket No. RSPA-99-6355.

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-AD61


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Department of Transportation (DOT)                  Proposed Rule Stage


Maritime Administration (MARAD)



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2211. +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                            09/00/02

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
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2212.   REQUIREMENTS TO DOCUMENT U.S.-FLAG FISHING INDUSTRY VESSELS 
OF 100 FEET OR GREATER IN REGISTERED LENGTH AND TO HOLD PREFERRED MORTGAGE 
ON SUCH VESSELS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-20

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 356

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Maritime Administration is soliciting public comments on 
amendments to its regulations at 46 CFR part 356 which implement the 
U.S. citizenship requirements set forth in the American Fisheries Act 
of 1998 (AFA) for vessels of 100 feet or greater in registered length 
for which a fishery endorsement to the vessel's documentation is 
sought.
On July 24, 2001, Congress passed a package of amendments to the AFA as 
part of the Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2001, section 2202, PL 
107-20. This NPRM proposes to implement those new statutory 
requirements for owners and mortgagees of Fishing Vessels, Fish 
Processing Vessels and Fish Tender Vessels of 100 feet or greater 
(collectively referred to as ``Fishing Industry Vessels''), amends the 
requirements to hold a preferred mortgage on such Fishing Industry 
Vessels, and makes other minor amendments to the regulations to address 
issues that arose during the early stages of MARAD's implementation of 
the new AFA regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/16/02                    67 FR 18547
NPRM Comment Period End         06/17/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John T. Marquez Jr., Attorney Advisor, Division of 
Maritime Assistance Programs, Room 7228, Department of Transportation, 
Maritime Administration, 400 Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5320
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2133-AB46
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2213.   AMENDMENT OF MARAD'S REGULATIONS ESTABLISHING AND 
ADMINISTERING DEPOSIT FUNDS AUTHORIZED BY SECTION 1109 OF MERCHANT MARINE 
ACT, 1936, AS AMENDED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 107-107

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 298

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Recent legislation amended section 1109 of the Merchant 
Marine Act, 1936, as amended. Section 1109 now authorizes the Secretary 
of Transportation to deposit with the United States Treasury and invest 
in Treasury obligations, funds belonging to Title XI obligors as 
collateral for the United States. As a consequence, MARAD will no 
longer deposit Title XI funds (held as collateral) in private banks. 
This notice of proposed rulemaking will propose changes to existing 
procedures for establishing Construction Funds and Reserve Funds. The 
intended effect of the amendments would be to simplify, reduce costs 
of, and expedite Title XI closings.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Richard M. Lorr, Assistant Chief Counsel for Ship 
Financing, Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 
Seventh St., SW, Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5882
Fax: 202 366-7485
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 2133-AB47

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Department of Transportation (DOT)                    Completed Actions


Maritime Administration (MARAD)



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2214. ELIGIBILITY OF U.S.-FLAG VESSELS OF 100 FEET OR GREATER IN 
REGISTERED LENGTH TO OBTAIN FISHERY ENDORSEMENT TO VESSEL'S 
DOCUMENTATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 46 app USC 12102; PL 105-277; 49 CFR 1.66

CFR Citation: 46 CFR 356

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Maritime Administration (MARAD) published an interim 
final rule amending regulations implementing the new U.S. citizenship 
requirements set forth in the American Fisheries Act of 1998 (AFA). 
This new regulation will allow MARAD to waive any procedural 
requirement if there is good cause to do so and if the waiver would not 
be inconsistent with the AFA and the intent of 46 CFR part 356. The 
final rule is the final action in this rulemaking.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              08/31/01                    66 FR 45945
Interim Final Rule Effective    08/31/01
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/01/01
Final Action                    03/18/02                    67 FR 11939
Final Action Effective          03/18/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Murray A. Bloom, Chief, Division of Maritime Aids, 
Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, 400 Seventh 
Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-5164

RIN: 2133-AB45

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Department of Transportation (DOT)                        Prerule Stage


Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS)



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2215. 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                           05/00/02
NPRM                            11/00/02

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)                     Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS)



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2216. AMENDMENT TO 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                    05/00/02

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

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Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC 20590
Phone: 202 366-4385

RIN: 2139-AA07
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2217. 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                            08/28/01                    66 FR 45201
NPRM Comment Period End         11/26/01
Final Action                    06/00/02

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
_______________________________________________________________________




2218. +AMENDMENT TO PART 234 TO COLLECT CAUSAL INFORMATION FOR AIRLINE 
DELAYS AND CANCELLATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 106-181, sec 227

CFR Citation: 14 CFR 234

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: DOT proposes to collect information on the causes of airline 
delays and cancellations. The information will be used by the Office of 
the Secretary, the Federal Aviation Administration, air carriers and 
airport operators to identify specific problem areas within the 
national aviation system. With this knowledge, the appropriate party or 
parties can take action to reduce or rectify the problem.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/27/01                    66 FR 66833
NPRM Comment Period End         02/25/02
Final Action                    06/00/02

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

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-AA09
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