[The Regulatory Plan and Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions]
[Department of the Interior Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)






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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

Office of the Secretary

25 CFR Ch. I

30 CFR Chs. II and VII

36 CFR Ch. I

43 CFR Subtitle A, Chs. I and II

48 CFR Ch. 14

50 CFR Chs. I and IV

Semiannual Regulatory Agenda

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Interior.

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.

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SUMMARY: This notice provides the semiannual agenda of rules scheduled 
for review or development between fall 2003 and spring 2004. The 
Regulatory Flexibility Act and Executive Order 12866 require 
publication of the agenda.

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

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: You should direct all comments and 
inquiries with regard to these rules to the appropriate agency contact. 
You should direct general comments relating to the agenda to the Office 
of Executive Secretariat, Department of the Interior, at the address 
above or on 202-208-5257 or 202-208-3071.

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

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

    For this edition of the Department's regulatory agenda, we have 
included the most important significant regulatory actions in the 
Regulatory Plan, which appears in part II of today's Federal 
Register. The table of contents below lists the Regulatory Plan 
entries and denotes them by a bracketed bold reference that directs 
the reader to the appropriate Sequence Number in part II.

    Date: September 23, 2003.

 Richard A. Stephan,

Federal Register Liaison Officer.

                   Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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1627        Natural Resource Damage Assessments: Type B Procedures..............................     1090-AA29
1628        Department Hearings and Appeals; Special Rules Applicable to Public Land Hearings        1090-AA68
            and Appeals.........................................................................
1629        Department Hearings and Appeals; Procedures Applicable in Adjudications Before the       1090-AA73
            Hearings Division...................................................................
1630        Amendment of Authority to Grant Stays of BLM Grazing Decisions......................     1090-AA84
1631        Mandatory Conditions Review Process.................................................     1090-AA91
1632        Special Rules Applicable to Surface Coal Mining Hearings and Appeals................     1090-AA92
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                    Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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1633        Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs of the Department of the Interior       1090-AA77
            on the Basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Handicap, or Age......................
1634        Nonprocurement Suspension and Debarment; Drug-Free Workplace Grant Requirements.....     1090-AA79
1635        Amendment of Authority To Grant Stays of Grazing Decisions..........................     1090-AA83
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                             United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Prerule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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1636        Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program..............................................     1018-AH98
1637        Release of Captive-Reared Mallards..................................................     1018-AI05
1638        North American Wetlands Conservation Act and Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation     1018-AI13
            Act Grant Administration Policies...................................................
1639        Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations Governing Possession of Migratory Birds for          1018-AI97
            Educational Purposes................................................................
1640        Humane and Healthful Transport of Wild Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, and Amphibians to       1018-AJ24
            the United States...................................................................
1641        Injurious Wildlife Species; Boiga Snakes............................................     1018-AT28
1642        Migratory Bird Hunting; Approval of Hevi-Steel as a Nontoxic Shot Material for           1018-AT32
            Waterfowl Hunting...................................................................
1643        Injurious Wildlife; Bighead Carp (Hypophthalmichthys Nobilis).......................     1018-AT49
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                          United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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1644        Seizure and Forfeiture Procedures--50 CFR Part 12...................................     1018-AC89
1645        Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES).....................     1018-AD87
1646        Migratory Bird Permits: Scientific Collecting Permits...............................     1018-AE63
1647        U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; American Eel.................................     1018-AF09
1648        Humane and Healthful Transport of Wild Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, and Amphibians to       1018-AF27
            the United States...................................................................
1649        Importation, Exportation, and Transportation of Wildlife, 50 CFR Part 14............     1018-AF46
1650        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Tibetan Antelope.....................     1018-AF49
1651        Injurious Wildlife; Addition of the Asian Swamp Eel.................................     1018-AF53
1652        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reclassification of the          1018-AG00
            Straight-Horned Markhor Population of the Torghar Region of Baluchistan, Pakistan,
            From Endangered to Threatened.......................................................
1653        Federal Falconry Standards and Falconry Permitting..................................     1018-AG11
1654        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting the Gulf Coast Distinct         1018-AG40
            Population Segment of the Brown Pelican Population in the Southeastern United States
1655        Wild Bird Conservation Act: Review of Approved List of Captive-Bred Species.........     1018-AG64
1656        Injurious Wildlife--Addition of Black Carp..........................................     1018-AG70
1657        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential           1018-AH44
            Experimental Population for the Boulder Darter and the Spotfin Chub in Shoal Creek,
            Alabama and Tennessee...............................................................
1658        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reclassification of the Gila     1018-AH57
            Trout From Endangered to Threatened.................................................
1659        Export of Live Alligators...........................................................     1018-AH65
1660        Eagle Permits: New Definitions, Permits for Incidental Taking of Bald Eagles             1018-AH74
            Necessary To Protect Other Interests in Any Particular Locality.....................
1661        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Revisions to the Regulations              1018-AH93
            Applicable to Permits Issued Under the Endangered Species Act.......................
1662        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of Two Australian Parakeets       1018-AI04
            From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species..................................
1663        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C--Nonrural       1018-AI38
            Determinations......................................................................
1664        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reclassification of the          1018-AI41
            American Crocodile From Endangered to Threatened....................................
1665        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Southwest Alaskan             1018-AI44
            Distinct Population Segment of the Northern Sea Otter...............................
1666        Migratory Bird Permits; Eiderdown From Iceland......................................     1018-AI64
1667        Import of Polar Bear Trophies From Canada; Finding for the Gulf of Boothia               1018-AI65
            Population..........................................................................
1668        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AI76
            Five Appalachian Mussels............................................................
1669        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for a     1018-AI78
            Plant, the Lane Mountain Milkvetch..................................................
1670        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of a Plant, the Arizona         1018-AI79
            Agave...............................................................................
1671        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Nonessential Experimental        1018-AI80
            Population of the Northern Aplomado Falcon..........................................
1672        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Downlisting the Wood Bison From           1018-AI83
            Endangered to Threatened............................................................
1673        Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation Agreements With Assurances;            1018-AI85
            Revisions to the Regulations........................................................
1674        U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; Black Cohosh.................................     1018-AI91
1675        Migratory Bird Permits; Military Readiness Exemption................................     1018-AI92
1676        Endangered Species and Pesticide Regulation (Reg Plan Seq No. 72)...................     1018-AI95
1677        Revision of Migratory Bird Hunting Regulations......................................     1018-AI98
1678        Revision of the Regulations Governing the Transport of Eagle Feathers...............     1018-AJ00
1679        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting the Eastern Distinct            1018-AJ03
            Population Segment of the Gray Wolf.................................................
1680        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of the Western Distinct         1018-AJ04
            Population Segment of the Gray Wolf.................................................
1681        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AJ07
            the Colorado Butterfly Plant........................................................
1682        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AJ09
            the Fish Slough Milk Vetch..........................................................
1683        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AJ10
            the Munz's Onion....................................................................
1684        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AJ12
            the Coastal-Puget Sound, St. Mary-Belly River, and Jarbidge River Population
            Segments of Bull Trout..............................................................
1685        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Salt Creek Tiger Beetle..     1018-AJ13
1686        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AJ15
            the Mexican Spotted Owl.............................................................
1687        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Eggert's Sunflower         1018-AJ17
            From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species..................................

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1688        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; De-designation of Manatee Protection      1018-AJ23
            Areas in Florida....................................................................
1689        Injurious Wildlife; Silver Carp (Hypophthalmichthys Molitrix).......................     1018-AT29
1690        Wild Bird Conservation Act; Review of Regulations To Allow Imports of Exotic Wild        1018-AT30
            Birds...............................................................................
1691        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of Mexican Bobcat from List     1018-AT31
            of Endangered Species...............................................................
1692        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Virginia Roundleaf         1018-AT33
            From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species..................................
1693        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Termination of the Southern      1018-AT34
            Sea Otter Translocation Program.....................................................
1694        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Withdrawal of Proposed Downlisting of     1018-AT35
            the Pahrump Poolfish From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.............
1695        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reclassification of the          1018-AT37
            Virginia Northern Flying Squirrel From Endangered to Threatened.....................
1696        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Removal of the Yellowstone       1018-AT38
            Grizzly Bear Population From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species..........
1697        2004-2005 Refuge-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations.....................     1018-AT40
1698        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AT42
            the Arroyo Toad.....................................................................
1699        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Boreal Toad..............     1018-AT43
1700        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AT44
            the California Tiger Salamander Santa Barbara County Distinct Population Segment....
1701        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AT45
            the Riverside Fairy Shrimp..........................................................
1702        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart     1018-AT46
            D; 2005-2006 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Shellfish Regulations...................
1703        Marine Mammals: Revised Definition of ``Authentic Native Articles of Handicrafts and     1018-AT48
            Clothing''..........................................................................
1704        Revised Definition of ``Destruction or Adverse Modification'' for Endangered Species     1018-AT50
            Act Section 7 Consultations.........................................................
1705        Listing the Miami Blue Butterfly as Endangered; Listing the Cassius Blue, Ceraunus       1018-AT51
            Blue, and Nickerbean (Ammon) Blue Butterflies as Threatened Due to Similarity of
            Appearance to the Miami Blue........................................................
1706        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AT52
            the Mexican Spotted Owl.............................................................
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register.


                            United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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1707        List of Migratory Birds.............................................................     1018-AB72
1708        General Provisions and General Permit Procedures--50 CFR Part 13....................     1018-AC57
1709        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Bald Eagle Throughout      1018-AF21
            the Lower 48 States From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species..............
1710        Importation of Captive-Bred Exotic Birds Into the United States From Breeding            1018-AF44
            Facilities in Other Countries.......................................................
1711        Policy on General Conservation Permits..............................................     1018-AF63
1712        U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; Certain Turtle Species.......................     1018-AF69
1713        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Endangered Status for Three      1018-AG09
            Plants From the Mariana Islands and Guam............................................
1714        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for 12 Species of       1018-AG23
            Picture-Wing Flies From the Hawaiian Islands........................................
1715        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting the Hoover's Woolly-Star        1018-AG41
            From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species..................................
1716        National Wildlife Refuge System; Mission, Goals, and Purposes.......................     1018-AG46
1717        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Three Coastal        1018-AG88
            California Plants...................................................................
1718        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Truckee Barberry From      1018-AH47
            the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.......................................
1719        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Guam Broadbill and         1018-AH50
            Mariana Mallard From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species..................
1720        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Johnston's Frankenia       1018-AH53
            From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species..................................
1721        Endangered and Threatened Plants; Reclassification of the Missouri Bladderpod From       1018-AH59
            Endangered to Threatened............................................................
1722        Addition of the Great White Shark and the Cape Stag Beetles to Appendix III Under        1018-AH66
            CITES...............................................................................
1723        Audit Resolution Policy.............................................................     1018-AH69

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1724        Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations Governing Rehabilitation Activities.............     1018-AH87
1725        Importation of Exotic Wild Birds Into the United States; Adding Blue-Fronted Amazon      1018-AH89
            Parrots From Argentina's Approved Sustainable Use Management Plan to the Approved
            List of Non-Captive Bred Species....................................................
1726        Marine Mammals: Incidental Take During Specified Activities (Beaufort Sea Polar Bear     1018-AH92
            and Walrus).........................................................................
1727        Public Notice for CITES Appendix III Listing of Spanish Cedar and Bigleaf Mahogany       1018-AH99
            by the Government of Peru...........................................................
1728        Migratory Bird Hunting and Permits; Regulations for Managing Harvest of Light Goose      1018-AI07
            Populations.........................................................................
1729        Addition by Indonesia of Ramin to Appendix III Under the Convention on International     1018-AI08
            Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora.................................
1730        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Beluga Sturgeon......................     1018-AI11
1731        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Tinian Monarch             1018-AI14
            Flycatcher From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.......................
1732        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing and Designation of Critical       1018-AI15
            Habitat for Three Snails and One Amphipod...........................................
1733        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Rota Bridled White-Eye     1018-AI16
1734        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Topeka           1018-AI20
            Shiner..............................................................................
1735        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Ventura          1018-AI21
            Marsh Milkvetch.....................................................................
1736        Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations for Managing Resident Canada Geese Populations..     1018-AI32
1737        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AI48
            the Cactus Ferruginous Pygmy Owl....................................................
1738        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Slickspot Peppergrass....     1018-AI50
1739        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Central California         1018-AI68
            Distinct Population Segment of the California Tiger Salamander; Reclassification of
            the Sonoma County and Santa Barbara.................................................
1740        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AI69
            the Desert Yellowhead...............................................................
1741        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AI71
            the San Diego Fairy Shrimp..........................................................
1742        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AI72
            the California Gnatcatcher..........................................................
1743        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AI73
            11 Mobile River Basin Freshwater Mussels............................................
1744        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AI74
            Braun's Rockcress...................................................................
1745        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for a     1018-AI77
            Plant, the Pierson's Milkvetch......................................................
1746        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for the Dugong in       1018-AI81
            the Republic of Palau...............................................................
1747        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for the Scimitar-       1018-AI82
            Horned Oryx, Addax, and Dama Gazelle................................................
1748        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subparts C and D;         1018-AI89
            2004-2005 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Shellfish..................................
1749        Changes in List of Species in Appendices to the Convention on International Trade in     1018-AI90
            Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora..........................................
1750        Endangered Species Act Counterpart Section 7 Consultation Regulations for                1018-AJ02
            Implementing the National Fire Plan.................................................
1751        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart     1018-AJ25
            D--2004-2005 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Wildlife................................
1752        Proposal To Extend Existing Amended 4(d) Rule for Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse in       1018-AJ26
            Colorado and Wyoming................................................................
1753        Migratory Bird Subsistence Harvest in Alaska; Proposed Spring/Summer Subsistence         1018-AJ27
            Annual Harvest Regulations for Migratory Birds in Alaska During the 2004 Subsistence
            Season..............................................................................
1754        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Amendment To Manatee Protection Areas     1018-AT39
            in Florida (Barge Canal Exception)..................................................
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                           United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Long-Term Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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1755        Implementation of the 1994 Amendments to the Marine Mammal Protection Act...........     1018-AE72
1756        Taking of Marine Mammals by Level B Harassment; Issuance of General Authorization        1018-AF26
            for Scientific Research and Permits for Photography, Educational, and Commercial
            Purposes............................................................................
1757        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determination of Endangered Status        1018-AG16
            and Designation of Critical Habitat for the Gila Chub...............................
1758        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Miami Blue Butterfly..     1018-AH30
1759        Interagency Guidance for the Prescription of Fishways Pursuant to Section 18 of the      1018-AH42
            Federal Power Act...................................................................

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1760        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Reclassification of the Marianna Fruit Bat on        1018-AH55
            Guam From Endangered to Threatened..................................................
1761        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Dolly Varden as a             1018-AH68
            Threatened Species in Washington Due to Similarity of Appearance to Bull Trout......
1762        Corrections to Rights-of-Way Regulations............................................     1018-AI12
1763        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for 6 Guam Species..     1018-AI25
1764        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the San Miguel Island Fox,     1018-AI28
            Santa Rosa Island Fox, Santa Cruz Island Fox, and Santa Catalina Island Fox.........
1765        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AI52
            the Columbia-Klamath Distinct Population Segment of the Bull Trout..................
1766        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Conservation Education; 50 CFR 17.21.     1018-AI66
1767        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Permits for Foreign Listed Species...     1018-AI67
1768        Migratory Bird Permits; Revisions to General Exceptions.............................     1018-AI96
1769        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Prudency Determination and                1018-AJ08
            Designation of Critical Habitat for Eggert's Sunflower..............................
1770        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AJ11
            the Spreading Navarretia and the San Jacinto Valley Crownscale......................
1771        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AJ16
            the California Red-legged Frog......................................................
1772        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Amendment to the                 1018-AT36
            Nonessential Experimental Population Rule for the Mexican Gray Wolf.................
1773        Land Conservation Planning (Refuge Manual Chapter 602 FW 2).........................     1018-AT41
1774        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart A and Subpart     1018-AT47
            B...................................................................................
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                           United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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1775        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Douglas County,            1018-AF43
            Oregon, Population of the Columbia White-Tailed Deer From the List of Endangered and
            Threatened Species..................................................................
1776        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for 47 Plants in         1018-AH02
            Hawaii..............................................................................
1777        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Plants of the        1018-AH09
            Northwest Islands, Hawaii...........................................................
1778        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing of the Sacramento Mountains       1018-AH40
            Checkerspot Butterfly and Proposed Designation of Critical Habitat..................
1779        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife; Removal of the San Marcos Gambusia From the List     1018-AH52
            of Endangered and Threatened Species................................................
1780        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: Reproposed Determinations of Prudency     1018-AH70
            and Proposed Designations of Critical Habitat for Plants From Maui and Kahoolawe,
            Hawaii..............................................................................
1781        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reopening of Comment Period on the        1018-AH73
            Threatened Status of the Sacramento Splittail (Pogonichthys Macrolepidotis).........
1782        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AH94
            Blackburn's Sphinx Moth.............................................................
1783        Civil Procedures; 50 CFR Part 11....................................................     1018-AH97
1784        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential           1018-AI03
            Experimental Population of Grizzly Bears in the Bitterroot Area of Idaho and
            Montana; Removal of Regulations.....................................................
1785        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for 103 Oahu,            1018-AI24
            Hawaii, Plants......................................................................
1786        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Four Fairy           1018-AI26
            Shrimp and 11 Plants in California..................................................
1787        Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations for Managing Double-Crested Cormorant Damages...     1018-AI39
1788        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Gray Bat From     1018-AI40
            Endangered to Threatened............................................................
1789        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Mountain Plover With a        1018-AI45
            Special Rule........................................................................
1790        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for       1018-AI46
            the Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse...................................................
1791        Tribal Wildlife Grants Program Implementation Guidelines for Fiscal Year (FY) 2002..     1018-AI58
1792        Tribal Landowner Incentive Program (T-LIP) Implementation Guidelines for Fiscal Year     1018-AI59
            (FY) 2002...........................................................................
1793        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential           1018-AI60
            Experimental Population of the Black-Footed Ferret in South-Central South Dakota....
1794        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart     1018-AI62
            D--2003-2004 Subsistence Taking of Wildlife Regulations.............................
1795        2003-2004 Refuge Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations.....................     1018-AI63

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1796        Migratory Bird Subsistence Harvest in Alaska; Regulations for the Spring and Summer      1018-AI84
            2003 Season.........................................................................
1797        Migratory Bird Hunting; Proposed 2003-2004 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Regulations       1018-AI93
            (Preliminary) With Requests for Indian Tribal Proposals.............................
1798        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Water Howellia             1018-AI94
            (Howellia aquatilus) From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.............
1799        Revision of Airborne Hunting Regulations............................................     1018-AI99
1800        Fiscal Year 2004 Private Stewardship Grants Program; Program Implementation.........     1018-AJ01
1801        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Cui-ui From       1018-AJ05
            the List of Endangered and Threatened Species and Establishment of a 4(d) Rule......
1802        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Additional Manatee         1018-AJ06
            Protection Areas in Florida.........................................................
1803        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential           1018-AJ18
            Experimental Population of Black-Footed Ferret in Wyoming...........................
1804        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Uncompahgre       1018-AJ19
            Fritillary Butterfly From Endangered to Threatened..................................
1805        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of Arctic Russian Population      1018-AJ20
            of Spectacled Eiders From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species;
            Classification of U.S. Popul. as Threatened.........................................
1806        Guidance for the Establishment, Use, and Operation of Conservation Banks............     1018-AJ22
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                                   National Park Service--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
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1807        Big Thicket National Preserve; Personal Watercraft..................................     1024-AC92
1808        Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore; Personal Watercraft..............................     1024-AC93
1809        Fire Island National Seashore; Personal Watercraft..................................     1024-AC94
1810        Gateway National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft...............................     1024-AC95
1811        Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft........................     1024-AC96
1812        Lake Meredith Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft..................................     1024-AC97
1813        Chickasaw Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft......................................     1024-AC98
1814        Curecanti Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft......................................     1024-AC99
1815        Amistad Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft........................................     1024-AD00
1816        Lake Roosevelt Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft.................................     1024-AD01
1817        Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act; Future Applicability........     1024-AD05
1818        Boating and Water Use Activities....................................................     1024-AD07
1819        Alaska Park Units; Special Regulations..............................................     1024-AD13
1820        Delaware Water Gap NRA Commercial Vehicle Fees......................................     1024-AD14
1821        Revisions to Right-of-Way Regulations...............................................     1024-AD16
1822        Cost Recovery for Special Park Uses.................................................     1024-AD18
1823        Ceremonies at First Division Monument...............................................     1024-AD19
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                     National Park Service--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1824        Procedures for State, Tribal, and Local Government Historic Preservation Programs...     1024-AC79
1825        Commercial Use Authorizations.......................................................     1024-AC85
1826        Snowmobile Regulations for Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks and JDR            1024-AD11
            Parkway (Reg Plan Seq No. 73).......................................................
1827        Rocky Mountain National Park Snowmobile Use.........................................     1024-AD15
1828        Use of Service Animals in National Park Areas.......................................     1024-AD17
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                                    National Park Service--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1829        Special Regulations of the National Park System; Religious Ceremonial Collection of      1024-AC86
            Golden Eaglets in Wupatki National Monument.........................................
1830        Golden Gate National Recreation Area; Special Regulations...........................     1024-AD03
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                    National Park Service--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1831        Vehicles and Traffic Safety; Operating Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs......     1024-AC69
1832        Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act Regulations; Civil Penalties.     1024-AC84
1833        Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument; Special Regulations....................     1024-AC89
1834        Glen Canyon National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft...........................     1024-AC90
1835        Assateague Island National Seashore; Personal Watercraft............................     1024-AD02
1836        Saguaro National Monument Mountain Bike Special Regulations.........................     1024-AD10
1837        Special Regulations; Areas of the National Park System; New River Gorge National         1024-AD12
            River--Hunting......................................................................
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                  Bureau of Indian Affairs--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1838        Buy Indian Act Regulations..........................................................     1076-AE07
1839        Tribal Revenue Allocation Plans.....................................................     1076-AE24
1840        Indian Country Law Enforcement......................................................     1076-AE35
1841        Leases and Permits on Indian Trust and Restricted Lands.............................     1076-AE36
1842        Reindeer in Alaska..................................................................     1076-AE37
1843        Proclamation of Reservations........................................................     1076-AE40
1844        Loan Guaranty, Insurance, and Interest Subsidy......................................     1076-AE42
1845        Use or Distribution of Indian Judgment Funds........................................     1076-AE43
1846        Navajo Partitioned Lands Grazing Permits............................................     1076-AE46
1847        Indian Highway Safety Program.......................................................     1076-AE47
1848        Appeals from Administrative Actions.................................................     1076-AE48
1849        No Child Left Behind Act of 2001....................................................     1076-AE49
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                                   Bureau of Indian Affairs--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1850        Irrigation Projects and Systems.....................................................     1076-AD44
1851        Certificates of Degree of Indian Blood..............................................     1076-AD97
1852        Alaska Resupply Operation...........................................................     1076-AE04
1853        Indian Reservation Roads Program....................................................     1076-AE17
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                                   Bureau of Indian Affairs--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1854        Indian Electric Power Utilities.....................................................     1076-AD45
1855        Preparation of Rolls of Indians.....................................................     1076-AE44
1856        Standards for Approving Tribal Per Capita Distributions.............................     1076-AE45
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                                   Bureau of Indian Affairs--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1857        Protection of Products of Indian Art and Craftsmanship..............................     1076-AE16
1858        Amendment to the List of Courts of Indian Offenses..................................     1076-AE41
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                                Minerals Management Service--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1859        Late and Overpayment Interest.......................................................     1010-AC27
1860        Takes vs. Entitlements Reporting....................................................     1010-AC29
1861        Prepayment of Royalties.............................................................     1010-AC31
1862        Incident Reporting..................................................................     1010-AC57
1863        Royalty Relief Terms................................................................     1010-AC58
1864        Appeals of Minerals Management Service Orders.......................................     1010-AC80
1865        Reporting Amendments................................................................     1010-AC90
1866        Blowout Prevention for Production Tree Coiled Tubing Workover Operations............     1010-AC96
1867        Data Release and Definitions........................................................     1010-AC99
1868        Valuation of Oil From Indian Leases.................................................     1010-AD00
1869        Reduction to Royalty Relief in Special Circumstances................................     1010-AD02
1870        Federal Oil Valuation...............................................................     1010-AD04
1871        Federal Gas Valuation...............................................................     1010-AD05
1872        Leasing of Sulphur or Oil and Gas in the Outer Continental Shelf....................     1010-AD06
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                                  Minerals Management Service--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1873        Accounting Relief for Marginal Properties...........................................     1010-AC30
1874        Plans and Information...............................................................     1010-AC47
1875        Proprietary Terms and Data Disclosure...............................................     1010-AC81
1876        Documents Incorporated by Reference for Offshore Floating Production Facilities.....     1010-AC85
1877        Rights-of-Use and Easements and Pipeline Rights-of-Way..............................     1010-AC91
1878        Document Incorporated by Reference-API 510--Pressure Vessel Inspection Code:             1010-AC95
            Maintenance Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration..............................
1879        Relief or Reduction in Royalty Rates--Deep Gas Provisions (Reg Plan Seq No. 74).....     1010-AD01
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References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register.


                                 Minerals Management Service--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1880        Dealing With Sustained Casing Pressure..............................................     1010-AC83
1881        Definition of Control...............................................................     1010-AC88
1882        Documents Incorporated by Reference--API RP 14F and API 510.........................     1010-AC89
1883        Fixed Platforms--Documents Incorporated by Reference................................     1010-AD03
1884        Increase in Maximum Daily Civil Penalty Amount......................................     1010-AD07
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                       Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Prerule Stage
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                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1885        Abandoned Mine Reclamation Fees.....................................................     1029-AC46
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                    Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1886        Abandoned Coal Refuse Sites.........................................................     1029-AB70
1887        Revegetation........................................................................     1029-AC02
1888        Placement of Excess Spoil...........................................................     1029-AC04
1889        Financial Assurances................................................................     1029-AC05
1890        Processing State Program Amendments.................................................     1029-AC06
1891        Ownership and Control Settlement Rule...............................................     1029-AC08
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                     Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1892        Indian Lands........................................................................     1029-AB83
1893        Financing Abandoned Mine Land Reclamation...........................................     1029-AC07
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                                   Bureau of Reclamation--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1894        Public Conduct on Reclamation Lands and Projects....................................     1006-AA45
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                                    Bureau of Reclamation--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1895        Trespass on Reclamation Lands and Facilities........................................     1006-AA44
1896        Public Conduct on Bureau of Reclamation Lands and Projects; Removal of Expiration        1006-AA46
            Date................................................................................
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                                 Bureau of Land Management--Proposed Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1897        Sales--Federal Land Policy and Management Act.......................................     1004-AB77
1898        Desert Land Entries.................................................................     1004-AC56
1899        Disposal of Reserved Minerals Under the Stock Raising Homestead Act.................     1004-AC59
1900        Mineral Patent Applications; Adverse Claims, Protests, and Conflicts................     1004-AD32
1901        Grazing Administration--Exclusive of Alaska.........................................     1004-AD42
1902        Resource Management Planning........................................................     1004-AD57
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                                   Bureau of Land Management--Final Rule Stage
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1903        Indian Allotments...................................................................     1004-AC77
1904        Permits for Recreation on Public Lands..............................................     1004-AD45
1905        Wilderness Management...............................................................     1004-AD46
1906        Oil and Gas Leasing Operations; Bonding.............................................     1004-AD56
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                                  Bureau of Land Management--Long-Term Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1907        Leases, Permits, and Easements......................................................     1004-AB51
1908        Coalbed Methane Development.........................................................     1004-AC27
1909        Cost Recovery; Mineral Filings and Operations.......................................     1004-AC64
1910        Rights-of-Way, Principles and Procedures; Rights-of-Way Under the Mineral Leasing        1004-AC74
            Act.................................................................................
1911        Carey Act Grants....................................................................     1004-AC80
1912        Oil and Gas Leasing and Operations..................................................     1004-AC94
1913        Appeals Procedures; Hearings Procedures.............................................     1004-AC99
1914        Conservation; Helium Leasing........................................................     1004-AD35
1915        Hazardous Materials Compliance......................................................     1004-AD38
1916        Supplementary Rules for Public Demonstrations at Grand Staircase-Escalante National      1004-AD40
            Monument............................................................................
1917        Mining Claims Under the General Mining Laws; Surface Management.....................     1004-AD53
1918        Wilderness Management...............................................................     1004-AD54
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                                  Bureau of Land Management--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1919        Location Recording and Maintenance of Mining Claims and Sites.......................     1004-AD31
1920        Surface Management; Segregated or Withdrawn Lands...................................     1004-AD51
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                                   Office of the Secretary--Completed Actions
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                    Regulation
 Sequence                                          Title                                          Identification
  Number                                                                                              Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1921        Wild and Scenic Rivers..............................................................     1093-AA08
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_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1627. NATURAL RESOURCE DAMAGE ASSESSMENTS: TYPE B PROCEDURES

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

Legal Authority: 42 USC 9651(c)

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

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

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/16/96                    61 FR 37031
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/16/96
NPRM                            05/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Frank DeLuise, Assessment Program, Department of the 
Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, Room 
4449, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4143

RIN: 1090-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________




1628. DEPARTMENT HEARINGS AND APPEALS; SPECIAL RULES APPLICABLE TO 
PUBLIC LAND HEARINGS AND APPEALS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1201

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4.401(c)(2); 43 CFR 4.403 to 4.408; 43 CFR 4.414; 
43 CFR 4.415; 43 CFR 4.422(c)(2); 43 CFR 4.450-5

Legal Deadline: None

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03
NPRM Comment Period End         01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the 
Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 
Interior Board of Appeals, 801 N. Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, 
VA 22203
Phone: 703 235-8349

RIN: 1090-AA68
_______________________________________________________________________




1629. DEPARTMENT HEARINGS AND APPEALS; PROCEDURES APPLICABLE IN 
ADJUDICATIONS BEFORE THE HEARINGS DIVISION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 372; 25 USC 373; 25 USC 373a; 25 USC 373b; 25 
USC 374; 30 USC 1201 et seq; 43 USC 1201; 5 USC 571 to 583

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 15; 30 CFR 301; 43 CFR 1850; 43 CFR 4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would amend regulations governing case 
management and case processing by administrative law judges in OHA 
field offices. The rules are necessary to increase efficiency in case 
processing.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Charles E. Breece, Deputy Director, Department of the 
Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 801 N. 
Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 235-3810

RIN: 1090-AA73
_______________________________________________________________________




1630. AMENDMENT OF AUTHORITY TO GRANT STAYS OF BLM GRAZING DECISIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 315a; 43 USC 1201

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4.21; 43 CFR 4.470; 43 CFR 4.472; 43 CFR 4.476; 43 
CFR 4.477

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Office of Hearings and Appeals is proposing to amend its 
existing regulations to authorize OHA administrative law judges to 
decide petitions for a stay of grazing decisions issued by the Bureau 
of Land Management and requests to place such decisions into immediate 
effect. The proposal is designed to expedite administrative review by 
eliminating an inefficient bifurcation of authority.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the 
Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 
Interior Board of Appeals, 801 N. Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, 
VA 22203
Phone: 703 235-8349

RIN: 1090-AA84
_______________________________________________________________________




1631. [bull] MANDATORY CONDITIONS REVIEW PROCESS

Priority: 

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will update the Department's procedures and 
requirements relating to mandatory review procedures governing property 
and acquisition management.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: William Bettenberg, Director, Office of Policy 
Analysis, Department of the Interior, Room 4426 MIB, 1849 C Street NW, 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-5978
Fax: 202 208-4867

RIN: 1090-AA91

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1632. [bull] SPECIAL RULES APPLICABLE TO SURFACE COAL MINING HEARINGS 
AND APPEALS

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

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1268(f)

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Office of Hearings and Appeals is amending this rule to 
state that the Office of Surface Mining has the ultimate burden or 
persuasion as to whether the individual identified in a company's 
filings under the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA) is 
a director, officer, or agent of the company.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the 
Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, 
Interior Board of Appeals, 801 N. Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, 
VA 22203
Phone: 703 235-8349

RIN: 1090-AA92
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1633. NONDISCRIMINATION IN FEDERALLY ASSISTED PROGRAMS OF THE DEPARTMENT 
OF THE INTERIOR ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, HANDICAP, 
OR AGE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/26/03                    68 FR 51333
Final Action Effective          09/25/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Agency Contact: Melvin C. Fowler
Phone: 202 208-3455

RIN: 1090-AA77
_______________________________________________________________________




1634. NONPROCUREMENT SUSPENSION AND DEBARMENT; DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE GRANT 
REQUIREMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 42; 43 CFR 43

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/26/03                    68 FR 66533

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

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

Agency Contact: Debra E. Sonderman
Phone: 202 208-6431

RIN: 1090-AA79
_______________________________________________________________________




1635. AMENDMENT OF AUTHORITY TO GRANT STAYS OF GRAZING DECISIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4.401; 43 CFR 4.410; 43 CFR 4.416; 43 CFR 4.422; 
43 CFR 4.450-5; 43 CFR 4190; 43 CFR 5003.1

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/05/03                    68 FR 33794

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael H. Schwartz
Phone: 202 452-5198
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1090-AA83
BILLING CODE 4310-55-S
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                          Prerule Stage


United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1636. PARTNERS FOR FISH AND WILDLIFE PROGRAM

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 16 USC 742(a) to 754

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Portions of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manual are 
being revised to update policy on the implementation of the Partners 
for Fish and Wildlife Program. This program provides private landowners 
with cost-sharing and restoration expertise to restore fish and 
wildlife habitat. The program does not acquire lands and is a voluntary 
incentive program. The revisions update policy, incorporate Office of 
Inspector General recommendations, and clarify technical assistance and 
cost-sharing in light of changes in U.S. Department of Agriculture 
conservation programs.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Availability          11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Hannibal Bolton, Chief, Division of Fish and Wildlife 
Management and Habitat Restoration, Department of the Interior, United 
States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 840, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, 
Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1718

RIN: 1018-AH98
_______________________________________________________________________




1637. RELEASE OF CAPTIVE-REARED MALLARDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

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CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We are resuming review all aspects of regulations pertaining 
to the release and harvest of captive-reared mallards.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Intent                08/28/01                    66 FR 45274
Notice of Availability          08/26/03                    68 FR 51231
Comment Period End              12/20/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI05
_______________________________________________________________________




1638. NORTH AMERICAN WETLANDS CONSERVATION ACT AND NEOTROPICAL MIGRATORY 
BIRD CONSERVATION ACT GRANT ADMINISTRATION POLICIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 4401 et seq

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Grant Administration Policies document is being published 
as an interim measure to guide the North American Wetlands Conservation 
Act (NAWCA) grants administration process and to provide advance notice 
of rulemaking. The Service intends, eventually, to engage in rulemaking 
to set out its own regulations to guide NAWCA grants administration 
that will parallel but supersede the Grant Administration Policies.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Dr. Keith A. Morehouse, Department of the Interior, 
United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS 110, U.S. Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Div. of Bird Habitat Conservation, Arlington Square, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1784
Fax: 703 358-2282
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI13
_______________________________________________________________________




1639. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS GOVERNING POSSESSION OF 
MIGRATORY BIRDS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 92 Stat 3112 (16 USC 712(2)); PL 95-616; PL 106-108; 
16 USC 668a; 16 USC 703 to 712; . . .

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We propose to amend migratory bird permit regulations to 
create a new permit category establishing conditions and criteria for 
obtaining a permit to possess migratory birds, including eagles, for 
educational purposes. Prior to this rule, this activity has been 
authorized by a miscellaneous permit category. This request for 
comments will generate input needed to develop the proposed permit 
regulation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI97
_______________________________________________________________________




1640. [bull] HUMANE AND HEALTHFUL TRANSPORT OF WILD MAMMALS, BIRDS, 
REPTILES, AND AMPHIBIANS TO THE UNITED STATES

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 ; 16 USC 3371 to 3378

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The service proposes to publish an advance notice of proposed 
rulemaking to ask the public for comments and input into the best 
process and spectrum of updates needed to amend the regulations that 
establish standards for the humane and healthful transport of wild 
birds and mammals (not significant, Q301). These have not been amended 
in more than 10 years and are currently not completely in accordance 
with the international requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/00/03
NPRM                            05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ24
_______________________________________________________________________




1641. [bull] INJURIOUS WILDLIFE SPECIES; BOIGA SNAKES

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 18 USC 42

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FWS will review available economic and biological information 
on snakes in the genus Boiga for possible addition to the list of 
injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/12/03                    68 FR 53705
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/12/03
NPRM                            03/00/04

[[Page 73091]]

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of 
Environmental Quality, Branch of Invasive Species, Department of the 
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 810-B, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2464
Fax: 703 358-1800
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT28
_______________________________________________________________________




1642. [bull] MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; APPROVAL OF HEVI-STEEL AS A 
NONTOXIC SHOT MATERIAL FOR WATERFOWL HUNTING

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Environ-Metal has applied to the Service for approval of 
Hevi-Steel as nontoxic for waterfowl hunting in the United States. The 
information included in Environ-Metal's application is conclusive as to 
Hevi-Steel's nontoxicity. We will now evaluate whether we should 
propose to amend 50 CFR 20.21 by adding hevi-Steel to the list of 
approved nontoxic shot types. We seek public comment on whether we 
should pursue approval of Hevi-Steel as nontoxic shot for waterfowl 
hunting.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: John J. Kreilich Jr., Wildlife Biologist, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Office of 
Migratory Bird Management, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 N. 
Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Fax: 703 358-2272
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT32
_______________________________________________________________________




1643. [bull] INJURIOUS WILDLIFE; BIGHEAD CARP (HYPOPHTHALMICHTHYS 
NOBILIS)

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 18 USC 42

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service will review economic and biological information 
on bighead carp for possible addition to the list of injurious wildlife 
under the Lacey Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/17/03                    68 FR 54409
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/17/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of 
Environmental Quality, Branch of Invasive Species, Department of the 
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 810-B, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2464
Fax: 703 358-1800
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT49
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1644. SEIZURE AND FORFEITURE PROCEDURES--50 CFR PART 12

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 3371 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to amend regulations in 50 CFR part 12 
that establish procedures relating to property seized and 
administrative forfeiture under various laws enforced by the Service. 
This revision is intended to provide uniform guidance for the bonded 
release, appraisement, administrative proceeding petition for 
remission, and disposal of items subject to forfeiture. Also, these 
revisions are intended to provide for greater consistency of Service 
seizure and forfeiture procedures with those of the U.S. Customs 
Service. In August 2000, the Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Act became 
law. CAFRA mandated many changes to 50 CFR 12 that are incorporated in 
this proposed rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/27/95                    60 FR 58468
Second NPRM                     12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AC89
_______________________________________________________________________




1645. CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ENDANGERED SPECIES (CITES)

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 73092]]

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

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/08/00                    65 FR 26663
Correction                      06/29/00                    65 FR 40167
Second NPRM                     12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AD87
_______________________________________________________________________




1646. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS: SCIENTIFIC COLLECTING PERMITS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 712(2)

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would amend the regulations governing permits for 
scientific collecting of migratory birds under the Migratory Bird 
Treaty Act. The rule will establish standard conditions and criteria 
for permit issuance.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AE63
_______________________________________________________________________




1647. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; AMERICAN EEL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Listing of native U.S. species in appendix III to CITES for 
more effective monitoring of trade, to ensure that traded specimens are 
legally acquired in their State(s) of origin, and to obtain the 
cooperation of other countries that are parties to CITES, in 
controlling the trade in such specimens.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF09
_______________________________________________________________________




1648. HUMANE AND HEALTHFUL TRANSPORT OF WILD MAMMALS, BIRDS, REPTILES, 
AND AMPHIBIANS TO THE UNITED STATES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 42; 16 USC 3371 to 3378

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule contains amendments designed to add 
numerous transport standards to part 14 for reptiles and amphibians. 
Standards have already been promulgated for mammals and birds.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03
Final Action                    09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF27
_______________________________________________________________________




1649. IMPORTATION, EXPORTATION, AND TRANSPORTATION OF WILDLIFE, 50 CFR 
PART 14

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 668, 704, 712, 1382, 1538(d) to (f), and 
1540(f); 16 USC 3371 to 3378, 4223 to 4244, and 4901 to 4916; 18 USC 
42; 31 USC 9701

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule will revise the importation, exportation, 
and transportation regulations pertaining to the movement of all 
wildlife and wildlife products into or out of the United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/15/98                    63 FR 38143
NPRM                            03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF46

[[Page 73093]]

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1650. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; TIBETAN ANTELOPE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, October 6, 2000, Other.

Abstract: We received a petition to list the Tibetan antelope as 
endangered. We must determine if status review shows that the 
petitioned action is warranted. If so, we will propose endangered 
status for the Tibetan antelope, or chiru (Pantholops hodgsoni). The 
antelope is a wild ungulate native to Tibet, Kashmir, and north-central 
China. It is threatened by illegal trade in its wool, known as 
shahtoosh, which is exceptionally fine. The wool and shawls made from 
it are in great demand on the black market, resulting in the slaughter 
of thousands of these animals annually. The species has experienced 
dramatic declines in recent years despite efforts by range countries to 
control poaching, as well as a prohibition on international commercial 
trade through listing in appendix I of CITES.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice                          04/25/00                    65 FR 24171
NPRM                            10/06/03                    68 FR 57646
NPRM Comment Period End         01/05/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kurt Johnson, Biologist, Division of Scientific 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF49
_______________________________________________________________________




1651. INJURIOUS WILDLIFE; ADDITION OF THE ASIAN SWAMP EEL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 42

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will review economic and biologic information on the 17 
species in the swamp eel family, Synbranchidae, for possible addition 
to the list of injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of 
Environmental Quality, Branch of Invasive Species, Department of the 
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 810-B, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2464
Fax: 703 358-1800
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF53
_______________________________________________________________________




1652. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RECLASSIFICATION OF THE STRAIGHT-HORNED MARKHOR POPULATION OF THE 
TORGHAR REGION OF BALUCHISTAN, PAKISTAN, FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We received a petition to reclassify a certain population of 
the straight-horned markhor from endangered to threatened. We must 
determine whether a status review shows that the petitioned action is 
warranted; if so, we will propose to change the classification of the 
straight-horned markhor population of the Torghar Hills region of 
Baluchistan Province, Pakistan, from endangered to threatened under the 
Endangered Species Act of 1973. The markhor is a species of wild goat 
that occurs in small, isolated populations in rugged, arid mountain 
habitats in Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and 
Uzbekistan.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kurt Johnson, Biologist, Division of Scientific 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AG00
_______________________________________________________________________




1653. FEDERAL FALCONRY STANDARDS AND FALCONRY PERMITTING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21.28; 50 CFR 21.29

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will propose changes in the regulations governing the 
practice of falconry in the United States. We propose substantial 
reorganization of the current regulations, combining 50 CFR 21.28 and 
21.29 and reorganizing the topics in those sections. We will add or 
change some provisions in the current regulations. The changes will 
make it easier to understand the requirements for falconry and the 
procedures for obtaining a falconry permit.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AG11

[[Page 73094]]

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1654. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING THE GULF 
COAST DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE BROWN PELICAN POPULATION IN THE 
SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to propose to remove the Gulf Coast population of the 
brown pelican (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi) from the List of 
Threatened and Endangered Species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AG40
_______________________________________________________________________




1655. WILD BIRD CONSERVATION ACT: REVIEW OF APPROVED LIST OF CAPTIVE-
BRED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under the Wild Bird Conservation Act, a species may be exempt 
from the prohibitions of the Act if it qualifies for inclusion in an 
approved list. One way for a species to be included is if the species 
occurs in trade only as captive-bred specimens. We intend to seek 
information and consider whether to amend this approved list, which was 
established in 1994.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice                          05/29/01                    66 FR 29072
NPRM                            03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael Kreger, Biologist, Division of Scientific 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AG64
_______________________________________________________________________




1656. INJURIOUS WILDLIFE--ADDITION OF BLACK CARP

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 18 USC 42

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will review economic and biological information on the 
black carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) for possible addition to the list 
of injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/30/02                    67 FR 49280
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    06/04/03                    68 FR 33431
Other/Second NPRM--Notice of 
draft envir. assess/econ. 
analysis                        01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of 
Environmental Quality, Branch of Invasive Species, Department of the 
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 810-B, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2464
Fax: 703 358-1800
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AG70
_______________________________________________________________________




1657. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A 
NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION FOR THE BOULDER DARTER AND THE 
SPOTFIN CHUB IN SHOAL CREEK, ALABAMA AND TENNESSEE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to propose the establishment of two nonessential 
experimental populations, the Boulder darter and Spotfin chub, in Shoal 
Creek, Alabama and Tennessee.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH44
_______________________________________________________________________




1658. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RECLASSIFICATION OF THE GILA TROUT FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to propose to reclassify the Gila trout from 
endangered to threatened. This action is based on recovery.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

[[Page 73095]]

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH57
_______________________________________________________________________




1659. EXPORT OF LIVE ALLIGATORS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: EO 13112

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13; 50 CFR 17; 50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This policy will prohibit the export of live American 
alligators because of invasive species concerns in the countries of 
destination of the animals.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH65
_______________________________________________________________________




1660. EAGLE PERMITS: NEW DEFINITIONS, PERMITS FOR INCIDENTAL TAKING OF 
BALD EAGLES NECESSARY TO PROTECT OTHER INTERESTS IN ANY PARTICULAR 
LOCALITY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 22

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would allow take of bald eagles under the Bald and 
Golden Eagle Protection Act, incidental to otherwise lawful activities, 
in the event the species is removed from the U.S. Endangered Species 
List.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH74
_______________________________________________________________________




1661. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REVISIONS TO THE 
REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO PERMITS ISSUED UNDER THE ENDANGERED SPECIES 
ACT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13; 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Presently, Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation 
Agreements with Assurances only allow incidental take of species. The 
Service is proposing to clarify the range of activities permittable 
under section 10(a)(1)(A) of the Endangered Species Act. In addition, 
the Service is proposing to amend the policies to allow for intentional 
take of species in association with Safe Harbor Agreements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/10/03                    68 FR 53327
NPRM Comment Period End         11/10/03
Final Action                    09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH93
_______________________________________________________________________




1662. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF TWO 
AUSTRALIAN PARAKEETS FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We propose to reclassify the turquoise parakeet (Neophema 
pulchella) and the scarlet-chested parakeet (Neophema splendida) from 
endangered to threatened under the Endangered Species Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/02/03                    68 FR 52169
NPRM Comment Period End         12/01/03
Other/Final Rule                07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Michael Kreger, Biologist, Division of Scientific 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI04
_______________________________________________________________________




1663. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, 
SUBPART C--NONRURAL DETERMINATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 73096]]

Abstract: This rule will revise the rural/nonrural determinations based 
on the new 2000 Federal census data. This review/revision is called for 
in 50 CFR 100.15 and 36 CFR 242.15.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI38
_______________________________________________________________________




1664. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RECLASSIFICATION OF THE AMERICAN CROCODILE FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to propose to reclassify the American crocodile from 
endangered to threatened. This action is based on the substantial 
improvement in the species' status and improved understanding of the 
species' biology and management needs. Since its listing in 1975, the 
population of the American crocodile in Florida has more than doubled 
and its distribution has expanded. Land acquisition has also provided 
protection for many important nesting areas.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI41
_______________________________________________________________________




1665. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE 
SOUTHWEST ALASKAN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE NORTHERN SEA OTTER

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We may propose listing the southwest Alaskan distinct 
population segment of the Northern sea otter, found mostly in the 
Aleutian Islands and the Alaska peninsula and adjacent waters.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI44
_______________________________________________________________________




1666. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; EIDERDOWN FROM ICELAND

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 95-616; 16 USC 712(2); PL 106-108

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will allow the importation into the United 
States of processed Icelandic eiderdown.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/05/03                    68 FR 52727
NPRM Comment Period End         12/04/03
Final Action                    07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI64
_______________________________________________________________________




1667. IMPORT OF POLAR BEAR TROPHIES FROM CANADA; FINDING FOR THE GULF OF 
BOOTHIA POPULATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18.30

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule announces proposed findings on the import of polar 
bears (Ursus maritimus) taken in sport hunts from the Canadian Gulf of 
Boothia polar bear population under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03
Final Action                    01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI65
_______________________________________________________________________




1668. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR FIVE APPALACHIAN MUSSELS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

[[Page 73097]]

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 19, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat, if prudent, 
for five species of Appalachian bivalves, or freshwater mussels 
(Cumberland elktoe, Cumberland combshell, oyster mussel, rough 
rabbitsfoot, and purple bean).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/03/03                    68 FR 33234
NPRM Technical Correction; 
Reopening of Comment Period     10/06/03                    68 FR 57643
NPRM Comment Period End         12/05/03
Final Action                    08/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI76
_______________________________________________________________________




1669. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR A PLANT, THE LANE MOUNTAIN MILKVETCH

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 15, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the Lane 
Mountain milkvetch, an endangered plant found in California.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI78
_______________________________________________________________________




1670. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF A 
PLANT, THE ARIZONA AGAVE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to propose to remove the Arizona agave (Agave 
arizonica) from the list of threatened and endangered species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI79
_______________________________________________________________________




1671. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF THE NORTHERN APLOMADO FALCON

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to establish a nonessential experimental population 
for the Northern aplomado falcon (Falco femoralis septentrionalis), to 
facilitate the recovery of this endangered species and to ensure that 
its reintroduction will not impose new restrictions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI80
_______________________________________________________________________




1672. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DOWNLISTING THE 
WOOD BISON FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to publish a proposed rule to downlist the Wood bison 
from endangered to threatened. This action is being considered because 
of progress in the recovery of this species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI83

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1673. SAFE HARBOR AGREEMENTS AND CANDIDATE CONSERVATION AGREEMENTS WITH 
ASSURANCES; REVISIONS TO THE REGULATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13.25; 50 CFR 17.22; 50 CFR 17.32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FWS is proposing to revise the implementing regulations for 
permits issued under Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation 
Agreements With Assurances. These minor regulatory revisions will make 
SHAs and CCAAs easier to understand and implement. After practical 
application of the policy and regulations, we see some inconsistencies 
and a need to refine/define some terminology.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/10/03                    68 FR 53320
NPRM Comment Period End         11/10/03
Final Action                    09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Biologist, Department of the Interior, 
United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax 
Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI85
_______________________________________________________________________




1674. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; BLACK COHOSH

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would list black cohosh in appendix III to CITES, 
for the purposes of more effective monitoring of trade, ensuring that 
traded specimens are legally acquired in their state(s) of origin, and 
obtaining the cooperation of other countries that are parties to CITES 
in controlling the trade in such specimens.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia S. De Angelis, Botanist, Division of 
Scientific Authority; Chair, Plant Conserv. All., Medicinal Plant 
Workg. Gp., Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 4401 N Fairfax Dr., Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI91
_______________________________________________________________________




1675. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; MILITARY READINESS EXEMPTION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: PL 107-314

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 2, 2003, Final.

Abstract: The 2003 Defense Authorization Bill, signed by the President 
on December 2, 2002, requires the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to 
develop and issue within one year regulations that exempt the Armed 
Forces from incidental take of migratory birds during authorized 
military readiness. The Department of Defense must concur with these 
regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Marie Strassburger, Department of the Interior, United 
States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS MBSP-4107, Division of Migratory 
Bird Management, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1813

RIN: 1018-AI92
_______________________________________________________________________




1676. ENDANGERED SPECIES AND PESTICIDE REGULATION

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 72 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1018-AI95
_______________________________________________________________________




1677. REVISION OF MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742a to 742j; PL 106-108

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will revise and update a significant portion of the 
regulations governing migratory game bird hunting. This rule will also 
use plain language to clarify these regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI98
_______________________________________________________________________




1678. REVISION OF THE REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE TRANSPORT OF EAGLE 
FEATHERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a; 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 1531 to 1544

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 22

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will develop regulations that allow the temporary 
transport of eagle feathers to and from the United States by Indian 
people of Canada and regulations that will streamline the permit 
process that allows transport of eagle feathers to and from Canada and 
Mexico by members of federally recognized Indian tribes.

[[Page 73099]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal

Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ00
_______________________________________________________________________




1679. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING THE 
EASTERN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE GRAY WOLF

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We are planning to propose to remove the eastern Distinct 
Population Segment (DPS) of the gray wolf, consisting of 21 States, 
from the list of Endangered and Threatened Species. The reasons for 
this action are the following: the achievement of all recovery criteria 
and completion of suitable state wolf management plans by Minnesota, 
Wisconsin, and Michigan.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/01/03                    68 FR 15876
NPRM                            03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ03
_______________________________________________________________________




1680. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF THE 
WESTERN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE GRAY WOLF

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to propose to remove the western Distinct Population 
Segment (DPS) of the gray wolf from the List of Endangered and 
Threatened Species. The reason for this action is the following: On the 
basis of estimates compiled in December 2002, we conclude that the wolf 
population has achieved the required third year of its population 
recovery criteria.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/01/03                    68 FR 15879
NPRM                            03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ04
_______________________________________________________________________




1681. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE COLORADO BUTTERFLY PLANT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 30, 2003, NPRM.
Final, Judicial, December 30, 2004, Final.

Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the Colorado butterfly 
plant. A short-lived perennial, the Colorado butterfly plant is endemic 
to moist soils in mesic or wet meadows of floodplain areas in 
northcentral Colorado, extreme western Nebraska, and southeastern 
Wyoming.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ07
_______________________________________________________________________




1682. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE FISH SLOUGH MILK VETCH

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 15, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the Fish Slough milk-
vetch. On October 6, 1998, the Fish Slough milk vetch, a plant species 
native to California, was listed as a threatened species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM--proposed critical habitat 06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and

[[Page 73100]]

Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ09
_______________________________________________________________________




1683. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE MUNZ'S ONION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 30, 2004, NPRM.

Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for Munz's onion. On 
October 13, 1998, the Munz's onion, a plant native to California, was 
listed as endangered.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ10
_______________________________________________________________________




1684. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE COASTAL-PUGET SOUND, ST. MARY-BELLY RIVER, AND 
JARBIDGE RIVER POPULATION SEGMENTS OF BULL TROUT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 1, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the Coastal-Puget 
Sound, St. Mary-Belly River, and Jarbidge River population segments of 
bull trout. The Coastal-Puget Sound bull trout population segment 
encompasses all Pacific Coast drainages within Washington, including 
Puget Sound. The St. Mary-Belly River bull trout population segment 
occurs in northwest Montana. The Jarbidge River population segment 
occurs in Nevada.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ12
_______________________________________________________________________




1685. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE SALT 
CREEK TIGER BEETLE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2005, NPRM.

Abstract: We will list the Salt Creek tiger beetle (Cicindela nevadica 
lincolniana) as endangered pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 
1973, as amended (Act). This subspecies is endemic to eastern Nebraska 
saline wetlands and associated streams in the northern third of 
Lancaster County and southern margin of Saunders County in Nebraska.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/04
Final Action                    09/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ13
_______________________________________________________________________




1686. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE MEXICAN SPOTTED OWL

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 13, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will repropose the designation of critical habitat for the 
Mexican spotted owl. The owl inhabits canyon and montane forest 
habitats across a range that extends from southern Utah and Colorado, 
through Arizona, New Mexico, and west Texas, to the mountains of 
central Mexico.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ15
_______________________________________________________________________




1687. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE 
EGGERT'S SUNFLOWER FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We propose to remove the Eggert's sunflower from the List of 
Endangered and Threatened Species.

[[Page 73101]]

This action is based on the recent completion of population and 
distribution studies, the commitment of land managers to the protection 
and management of several populations, and the discovery of previously 
undocumented populations throughout the species' range.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ17
_______________________________________________________________________




1688. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DE-
DESIGNATION OF MANATEE PROTECTION AREAS IN FLORIDA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq.; 16 USC 1361-1407

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17.108

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We intend to propose to de-designate two Manatee Refuges in 
FL: Pansy Bayou Manatee Refuge, in Sarasota County, and Cocoa Beach 
Manatee Refuge in Brevard County. These Refuges were designated on 
November 8, 2002 (67 Federal Register 68450). We will propose to de-
designate these Refuges because the State of Florida has instituted 
additional manatee protection measures at these sites, making federal 
designation unnecessary.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/22/03                    68 FR 60316
NPRM Comment Period End         11/21/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ23
_______________________________________________________________________




1689. [bull] INJURIOUS WILDLIFE; SILVER CARP (HYPOPHTHALMICHTHYS 
MOLITRIX)

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 18 USC 42

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service will review economic and biological information 
on silver carp for possible addition to the list of injurious wildlife 
under the Lacey Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           07/23/03                    68 FR 43482
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/22/03
NPRM                            02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kari Jonell Duncan, Fishery Biologist, Division of 
Environmental Quality, Branch of Invasive Species, Department of the 
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 810B, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 810-B, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2464
Fax: 703 358-1800
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT29
_______________________________________________________________________




1690. [bull] WILD BIRD CONSERVATION ACT; REVIEW OF REGULATIONS TO ALLOW 
IMPORTS OF EXOTIC WILD BIRDS

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15.41; 50 CFR 15.42

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will review the existing Wild Bird Conservation Act 
regulations to allow imports of exotic wild birds and make 
modifications as appropriate. On the basis of our experience and the 
feedback of applicants, we will streamline procedures and make the 
regulations more user-friendly.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Michael Kreger, Biologist, Division of Scientific 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT30
_______________________________________________________________________




1691. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF 
MEXICAN BOBCAT FROM LIST OF ENDANGERED SPECIES

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We received a petition to delist the Mexican bobcat (Lynx 
rufus escuinapae). If we determine as a result of our status review, 
based on our review of the best available scientific information, that 
the species does not meet the definitions of endangered or threatened 
in the ESA (i.e., that delisting is warranted), we will propose

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a rule to delist the Mexican bobcat (Lynx rufus escuinapae) and remove 
it from the List of Endangered Species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Karen L. Anderson, Biologist, Division of Scientific 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703-358-2276
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT31
_______________________________________________________________________




1692. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF 
THE VIRGINIA ROUNDLEAF FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED 
SPECIES

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service is planning to remove the Virginia roundleaf from 
the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT33
_______________________________________________________________________




1693. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
TERMINATION OF THE SOUTHERN SEA OTTER TRANSLOCATION PROGRAM

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service is planning to propose to terminate the southern 
sea otter translocation program and change regulations to allow sea 
otters residing in designated translocation and management zones to 
remain after the zones are abolished. The southern sea otter 
translocation program, established under authority of Public Law 99-
625, has failed to meet its established goals and objectives. A draft 
supplemental environmental impact statement (SEIS), to be released for 
public comment in the fall of 2003, includes a full evaluation of the 
southern sea otter translocation program and alternatives for the 
future of the program. The proposed rule describes the actions 
necessary to implement the proposed action identified in the SEIS. This 
decision is consistent with recommendations from the southern sea otter 
recovery team and resolves conflicts that have arisen between Fish and 
Wildlife Service mandates under the ESA and PL 99-625.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT34
_______________________________________________________________________




1694. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; WITHDRAWAL 
OF PROPOSED DOWNLISTING OF THE PAHRUMP POOLFISH FROM THE LIST OF 
ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service is planning to withdraw the previous proposed 
rule to reclassify the Pahrump poolfish from endangered to threatened. 
Because of a change in status, reclassification is no longer warranted. 
The species only occurs in three refugia populations, and one of those 
populations has been recently lost.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/22/93                    58 FR 49279
NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT35
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1695. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
RECLASSIFICATION OF THE VIRGINIA NORTHERN FLYING SQUIRREL FROM 
ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service is planning to propose reclassifying the Virginia 
northern flying squirrel from endangered to threatened.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT37
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1696. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
REMOVAL OF THE YELLOWSTONE GRIZZLY BEAR POPULATION FROM THE LIST OF 
ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service is planning to propose to delist the Yellowstone 
population of grizzly bears from the List of Endangered and Threatened 
Species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT38
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1697. [bull] 2004-2005 REFUGE-SPECIFIC HUNTING AND SPORT FISHING 
REGULATIONS

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

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 16 USC 460; 16 USC 664; 16 USC 668dd to 
668ee; 16 USC 715(i); . . .

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We propose to open additional national wildlife refuges to 
hunting and/or sport fishing and to provide refuge-specific regulations 
for those activities. This is an annual update for the National 
Wildlife Refuge System that ensures adequate public notice of openings/
changes each fall. We operate hunting/fishing programs on national 
wildlife refuges in furtherance of the implementation of the National 
Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997 directives to facilitate 
compatible priority wildlife-dependent recreational opportunities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Local, State

Agency Contact: Leslie Marler, Management Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 670, National 
Wildlife Refuge System, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North 
Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2397
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT40
_______________________________________________________________________




1698. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION 
OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE ARROYO TOAD

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 2004, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the 
arroyo toad, an endangered species known from California and Mexico.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT42
_______________________________________________________________________




1699. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE 
BOREAL TOAD

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, September 30, 2005, Final.

Abstract: We plan to issue a proposed listing rule to list the boreal 
toad (Bufo boreas boreas) pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 
1973, as amended. This subspecies occurs in western North America, in 
Alaska, Alberta, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Idaho, 
Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, and the 
Yukon.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT43

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1700. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION 
OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CALIFORNIA TIGER SALAMANDER SANTA BARBARA 
COUNTY DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, January 15, 2004, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the Santa 
Barbara County Distinct Population Segment of the California tiger 
salamander, an endangered species in California.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT44
_______________________________________________________________________




1701. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION 
OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE RIVERSIDE FAIRY SHRIMP

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 2004, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the 
Riverside fairy shrimp, an endangered species in California.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT45
_______________________________________________________________________




1702. [bull] SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN 
ALASKA, SUBPART C AND SUBPART D; 2005-2006 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH 
AND SHELLFISH REGULATIONS

Priority: Routine and Frequent. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise the regulations for seasons, harvest 
limits, methods, and means for the subsistence taking of fish and 
shellfish during the 2005-06 regulatory year. This rulemaking is 
necessary because subpart D is subject to an annual review cycle.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/04
Final Action                    03/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT46
_______________________________________________________________________




1703. [bull] MARINE MAMMALS: REVISED DEFINITION OF ``AUTHENTIC NATIVE 
ARTICLES OF HANDICRAFTS AND CLOTHING''

Priority: Info./Admin./Other. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1631

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18.3

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A proposed rulemaking action that removes language put into 
place by an FWS interim rule intended to govern the taking of northern 
sea otters by Alaska Natives for use in creating and selling 
handicrafts and clothing under section 101(b), the Native exemption 
section of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). Our interim rule 
revised the definition of ``authentic native articles of handicrafts 
and clothing'' in 50 CFR 18.3, to limit takes to the period ``on or 
before December 21, 1972'' and precluded the take of sea otters by 
Alaska Natives for use in creating and selling handicrafts and clothing 
under section 101(b).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal

Agency Contact: Martin Kodis, Chief, Division of Federal Program 
Activities, Branch of Management Support, Department of the Interior, 
United States Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 400 ARL SQ, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-5496
Fax: 703 358-1869
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT48
_______________________________________________________________________




1704. [bull] REVISED DEFINITION OF ``DESTRUCTION OR ADVERSE 
MODIFICATION'' FOR ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT SECTION 7 CONSULTATIONS

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 402.02

Legal Deadline: None

[[Page 73105]]

Abstract: Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries 
Service will revise definition of ``destruction or adverse 
modification'' to reflect the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals' 2001 
decision that the existing regulation is invalid.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Richard E Sayers Jr., Chief, Branch of Consultation and 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Department of the Interior, United 
States Fish and Wildlife Service, ARLSQ-420, 1849 C Street NW, Mailstop 
ARL-SQ 420, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2106
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT50
_______________________________________________________________________




1705. [bull] LISTING THE MIAMI BLUE BUTTERFLY AS ENDANGERED; LISTING THE 
CASSIUS BLUE, CERAUNUS BLUE, AND NICKERBEAN (AMMON) BLUE BUTTERFLIES AS 
THREATENED DUE TO SIMILARITY OF APPEARANCE TO THE MIAMI BLUE

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361-1407; 16 USC 1531-1544; 16 USC 4201-4245; 
Pub L 99-625, 100 Stat 3500

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: FWS proposes to emergency list the Miami blue butterfly as 
endangered under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. The 
geographic range of this butterfly, which once extended north along the 
Florida coasts to about St. Petersburg and Daytona, has been severely 
reduced and is now restricted to Bahia Honda Key, Monroe County, 
Florida. The wild population of Miami blue is estimated at 45 to 50 
adults, the number found consistently during survey efforts, while the 
documented range of the population fluctuates between 15 and 135 
adults, depending on season and other environmental factors. We also 
determine the cassius blue butterfly (Leptotes cassius theonus), 
ceraunus blue butterfly (Hemiargus ceraunus antibubastus or Hemiargus 
hanno antibubastus), and nickerbean (ammon) blue butterfly (Cyclargus 
(Hemiargus) ammon ammon) to be threatened due to similarity of 
appearance to the Miami blue, with a special rule pursuant to section 
4(e) of the ESA.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03
Other/Final Rule--Emergency rule11/00/03
Final Action                    07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT51
_______________________________________________________________________




1706. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION 
OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE MEXICAN SPOTTED OWL

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 7, 2003, NPRM.
Final, Judicial, April 13, 2004, Final.

Abstract: We propose the designation of critical habitat pursuant to 
the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, for the Mexican spotted 
owl (Strix occidentalis lucida). The owl inhabits canyon and montane 
forest habitats across a range that extends from southern Utah and 
Colorado, through Arizona, New Mexico, and west Texas, to the mountains 
of central Mexico. We propose to designate approximately 5.5 million 
hectares (ha) (13.5 million acres (ac)) of critical habitat in Arizona, 
Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah, mostly on Federal lands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/18/03                    68 FR 65020
NPRM Comment Period End         12/18/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT52
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)



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1707. LIST OF MIGRATORY BIRDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 704; 16 USC 712

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 10.13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The List of Migratory Birds found at 50 CFR 10.13 is being 
revised to (1) bring the list into conformity with generally accepted 
taxonomy and nomenclature--English (common) and scientific names, as 
reflected in four published supplements to the 6th

[[Page 73106]]

(1983) edition of the American Ornithologists' Union Checklist of North 
American Birds; and (2) add species that are of regular occurrence in 
the United States that are not included on the current list.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/09/95                    60 FR 24686
Second NPRM                     10/12/01                    66 FR 52281
Final Action                    04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AB72
_______________________________________________________________________




1708. GENERAL PROVISIONS AND GENERAL PERMIT PROCEDURES--50 CFR PART 13

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a; 16 USC 704; 16 USC 712; 16 USC 742j-1; 16 
USC 1382; 16 USC 1538(d); 16 USC 1539; 16 USC 1540(f); 16 USC 3374; 16 
USC 4901 to 4916; 18 USC 42; 19 USC 1202; 31 USC 9701

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to amend 50 CFR part 13, which provides 
uniform permit procedures relating to the general administration of 
Service permits, to update the permit application fee schedule. Permit 
fees have not been revised since 1982. This change is necessary in 
order to recover a larger percentage of the cost of processing the 
permits.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/26/03                    68 FR 51222
Final Action                    09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AC57
_______________________________________________________________________




1709. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE BALD 
EAGLE THROUGHOUT THE LOWER 48 STATES FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND 
THREATENED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposal to 
remove the bald eagle from the List of Endangered and Threatened 
Species. This action is based on continued recovery gains and 
increasing population trends.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/06/99                    64 FR 36454
Final Action                    09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF21
_______________________________________________________________________




1710. IMPORTATION OF CAPTIVE-BRED EXOTIC BIRDS INTO THE UNITED STATES 
FROM BREEDING FACILITIES IN OTHER COUNTRIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will establish the information requirements and approval 
criteria for the import of captive-bred wild exotic birds from overseas 
breeding facilities. This rule applies primarily to species listed in 
the appendices to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered 
Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), which are otherwise prohibited 
from import by the Wild Bird Conservation Act of 1992. The rule also 
describes the process for handling petitions to approve qualifying 
facilities, establishes the duration of approval, provides for the 
suspension and revocation of approval, and provides for notice of 
approved facilities in the Federal Register.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/17/94                    59 FR 12784
Final Action                    11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF44
_______________________________________________________________________




1711. POLICY ON GENERAL CONSERVATION PERMITS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 1361 et seq; 16 USC 703 et 
seq

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This policy will contain provisions to issue permits under a 
number of wildlife and plant laws and treaties to qualified 
organizations to conduct general conservation activities over a 
specified period of time instead of issuing multiple permits for each 
activity. This policy recognizes scientific and conservation 
professionals and institutions as partners in resource conservation and 
management and provides incentives for them to work with protected 
species and their habitats.

[[Page 73107]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Policy       10/28/99                    64 FR 58086
Final Action                    09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF63
_______________________________________________________________________




1712. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; CERTAIN TURTLE SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action would add certain native turtle species to 
Appendix III of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered 
Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. If adopted, exports of the species 
would require CITES documentation from the Service to ensure that 
foreign countries accept the shipments. This action is necessary to 
monitor the impact of trade on the species in an effort to maintain 
healthy populations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/26/00                     65 FR 4217
Final Action                    11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF69
_______________________________________________________________________




1713. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED ENDANGERED 
STATUS FOR THREE PLANTS FROM THE MARIANA ISLANDS AND GUAM

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, propose endangered 
status pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, for 
three plants (no common names): Nesogenes rotensis, Osmoxylon 
mariannense, and Tabernaemontana rotensis. Nesogenes rotensis and O. 
mariannense are found only on the island of Rota in the U.S. 
Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Tabernaemontana rotensis 
occurs on both Rota and the United States Territory of Guam.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/01/00                    65 FR 35025
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    10/30/00                    65 FR 64649
Final Action                    04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AG09
_______________________________________________________________________




1714. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS 
FOR 12 SPECIES OF PICTURE-WING FLIES FROM THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, January 2002, Final.

Abstract: We propose endangered status pursuant to the Endangered 
Species Act of 1973, as amended, for 12 species of Hawaiian picture-
wing flies--Drosophila aglaia, D. differens, D. hemipeza, D. 
heteroneura, D. montgomeryi, D. mulli, D. musaphilia, D. neoclavisetae, 
D. obatai, D. ochrobasis, D. substenoptera, and D. tarphytrichia. These 
species are found on one or more of the following Hawaiian Islands: 
Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Hawaii. These 12 species face 
substantial threats from one or more of the following: habitat 
degradation, loss of host plants, biological pest control, and 
predation from alien arthropods.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/17/01                     66 FR 3964
Final Action                    05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AG23
_______________________________________________________________________




1715. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING THE 
HOOVER'S WOOLLY-STAR FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to 
remove the Hoover's Woolly-Star from the list of Endangered and 
Threatened Plants because of recovery. This action is based on 
information that indicates this plant is more widespread and abundant 
than previously thought, more resilient and less vulnerable to certain 
activities than previously thought, and adequately protected on public 
lands.

[[Page 73108]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/06/01                    66 FR 13474
Final Action                    10/07/03                    68 FR 57829

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AG41
_______________________________________________________________________




1716. NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM; MISSION, GOALS, AND PURPOSES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 668(dd) to 668(ee)

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed policy (FWS Manual) will address the mission, 
goals and purposes of the National Wildlife Refuge System in the 
context of the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997. 
This RIN also reflects Wildlife-Dependent Recreation Uses, Appropriate 
Refuge Uses, and Wilderness Stewardship.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Proposed Policy                 01/16/01                     66 FR 3668
Comment Period Extended         03/15/01                    66 FR 15136
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    05/15/01                    66 FR 26879
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    06/21/01                    66 FR 33268
Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: James W. Kurth, Deputy Chief, National Wildlife Refuge 
System, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS 670 ARLSQ, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1744

RIN: 1018-AG46
_______________________________________________________________________




1717. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT 
FOR THREE COASTAL CALIFORNIA PLANTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 4201 
to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat 3500

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2001, NPRM.

Abstract: We designate critical habitat for three coastal plants in 
California: LaGraciosa thistle, Lompac Yerba Santa, and Gaviota 
tarplant.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/15/01                    66 FR 57559
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    05/07/02                    67 FR 30641
Final Action for 2 plants       11/07/02                    67 FR 67967
Final Action for 1 plant        08/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AG88
_______________________________________________________________________




1718. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE 
TRUCKEE BARBERRY FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to 
remove the Truckee barberry from the List of Endangered and Threatened 
Species. This action is based on new information.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/03/02                    67 FR 56254
Final Action                    10/01/03                    68 FR 56564

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH47
_______________________________________________________________________




1719. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE GUAM 
BROADBILL AND MARIANA MALLARD FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED 
SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to 
remove the Guam broadbill and the Mariana mallard from the List of 
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife because of extinction.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/25/02                     67 FR 3675
Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735

[[Page 73109]]

Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH50
_______________________________________________________________________




1720. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE 
JOHNSTON'S FRANKENIA FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to 
remove the Johnston's frankenia from the List of Endangered and 
Threatened Plants. This action is based on new information.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/22/03                    68 FR 27961
Final Action                    04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH53
_______________________________________________________________________




1721. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE MISSOURI 
BLADDERPOD FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to 
reclassify the Missouri bladderpod from endangered to threatened. This 
action is based on significant progress in finding additional 
populations and protecting and enhancing known populations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/10/03                    68 FR 34569
Final Action                    10/15/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH59
_______________________________________________________________________




1722. ADDITION OF THE GREAT WHITE SHARK AND THE CAPE STAG BEETLES TO 
APPENDIX III UNDER CITES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This action will amend the regulations in 50 CFR part 23 by 
adding the great white shark and the cape stag beetle to appendix III 
under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of 
Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH66
_______________________________________________________________________




1723. AUDIT RESOLUTION POLICY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: OMB Circular A-133

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 80; 43 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will publish six USFWS Manual chapters regarding Federal 
Government auditing standards as they pertain to State grantees.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Policy                          12/14/01                    66 FR 64845
Policy--Request for Comments    10/29/03                    68 FR 61681
Policy--Final Chapters          05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Kim Galvan, Management Analyst, Division of Federal 
Aid, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, MS 140, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1851
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH69
_______________________________________________________________________




1724. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS GOVERNING REHABILITATION 
ACTIVITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 712(2)

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service will amend the Migratory Bird Permit regulations 
to create a permit category specifically to authorize rehabilitation of 
sick and injured migratory birds. Currently these permits are 
authorized under 50 CFR 21.27, Special Purpose Permits.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/06/01                    66 FR 63349
Final Action                    10/27/03                    68 FR 61123

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714

[[Page 73110]]

Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH87
_______________________________________________________________________




1725. IMPORTATION OF EXOTIC WILD BIRDS INTO THE UNITED STATES; ADDING 
BLUE-FRONTED AMAZON PARROTS FROM ARGENTINA'S APPROVED SUSTAINABLE USE 
MANAGEMENT PLAN TO THE APPROVED LIST OF NON-CAPTIVE BRED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would allow the import into the United States of 
parrots removed from the wild in Argentina under an approved 
sustainable use management plan. This is the first such plan that, if 
approved, would contribute to the goals of the Wild Bird Conservation 
Act to promote the conservation of exotic birds through sustainable 
use.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/06/03                    68 FR 46559
Other/Comment Period End        10/06/03
Final Action                    03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH89
_______________________________________________________________________




1726. MARINE MAMMALS: INCIDENTAL TAKE DURING SPECIFIED ACTIVITIES 
(BEAUFORT SEA POLAR BEAR AND WALRUS)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Marine Mammal Protection Act authorizes issuance of 
regulations to allow the incidental unintentional take of small numbers 
of marine mammals in activities (other than commercial fishing) in 
specific geographical areas. These regulations would authorize 
incidental take of polar bears and walruses in the Beaufort Sea during 
oil and gas energy activities for 1 year, after current regulations 
expire on March 31, 2003.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/25/03                    68 FR 44020
NPRM Comment Period End         08/25/03
Final Action                    11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local

Agency Contact: Dr. Benjamin Tuggle, Chief, Division of Federal Program 
Activities, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 400, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2161
Fax: 703 358-1869
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH92
_______________________________________________________________________




1727. PUBLIC NOTICE FOR CITES APPENDIX III LISTING OF SPANISH CEDAR AND 
BIGLEAF MAHOGANY BY THE GOVERNMENT OF PERU

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This notice advises the public that, by unilateral action 
provided for in the Convention on International Trade in Endangered 
Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), the Government of Peru has 
listed Spanish cedar and bigleaf mahogany in CITES appendix III. This 
listing invokes certain permitting requirements to assist Peru in 
controlling trade in these species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Pat Ford, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH99
_______________________________________________________________________




1728. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING AND PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING 
HARVEST OF LIGHT GOOSE POPULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20; 50 CFR 21 subpart E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule authorizes new methods of take for light goose 
hunting under 50 CFR part 20 and revises subpart E of 50 CFR part 21 
for the management of overabundant light goose populations. It also 
modifies the conservation order that will increase take of such 
populations under the authority of this subpart.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/12/01                    66 FR 52077
NPRM Correction                 11/07/01                    66 FR 56266
NPRM Comment Period Extended    12/10/01                    66 FR 63665
Final Action                    11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI07

[[Page 73111]]

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1729. ADDITION BY INDONESIA OF RAMIN TO APPENDIX III UNDER THE 
CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ENDANGERED SPECIES OF WILD FAUNA 
AND FLORA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This direct final rule notifies the public that, by 
unilateral action provided for in the Convention on International Trade 
in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), the Government 
of Indonesia has listed the tree species, Ramin, in CITES appendix III. 
This listing invokes certain permitting requirements to assist 
Indonesia in controlling trade in this species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Direct Final Rule               05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Pat Ford, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI08
_______________________________________________________________________




1730. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; BELUGA STURGEON

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On the basis of comments received, we may finalize a rule to 
list the Beluga sturgeon (Huso huso) as endangered. This species 
historically inhabited the Caspian, Black, Azov, and Adriatic Seas and 
all rivers flowing into them. The Adriatic Sea population has been 
extirpated, and no wild Beluga sturgeon has been found in the Sea of 
Azov since the mid-1980s. This species has declined due to fishing 
pressure. This species is highly valued for its caviar and is subject 
to substantial levels of both legal and illegal fishing. The Beluga 
sturgeon has also been impacted by dam building and other forms of 
habitat modification.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice                          06/20/02                    67 FR 41918
NPRM                            07/31/02                    67 FR 49657
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    11/06/02                    67 FR 67586
Other/NPRM Comment Period 
Reopened                        07/02/03                    68 FR 39507
Final Action                    01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific 
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI11
_______________________________________________________________________




1731. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE 
TINIAN MONARCH FLYCATCHER FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED 
SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service is planning to make a final determination on the 
proposed rule to delist the Tinian monarch flycatcher from the list of 
endangered and threatened species, due to apparent increases in 
population numbers and likely improvement of habitat quality. This bird 
occurs on Tinian Island in the Marianas. The proposed rule was 
published in the Federal Register on February 22, 1999, page 8533, 
under RIN 1018-AE40.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/22/99                     64 FR 8533
Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI14
_______________________________________________________________________




1732. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING AND 
DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THREE SNAILS AND ONE AMPHIPOD

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 
to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, February 6, 2002, NPRM.

Abstract: We propose to list and designate critical habitat for 
Koster's tyronia, Noel's amphipod, Pecos assiminea and the Roswell 
springsnail in New Mexico and Texas.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/12/02                     67 FR 6459
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    05/31/02                    67 FR 38059
Final Action                    05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI15

[[Page 73112]]

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1733. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE ROTA 
BRIDLED WHITE-EYE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 
to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat.3500

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, June 18, 2002, NPRM.

Abstract: We propose to list a bird, the Rota bridled white-eye, which 
occurs in the Mariana Islands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/03/01                    66 FR 50383
Final Action                    01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI16
_______________________________________________________________________




1734. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT 
FOR THE TOPEKA SHINER

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 
to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, August 13, 2002, NPRM.

Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the fish, the 
Topeka shiner, which occurs in Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, and 
South Dakota.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/21/02                    67 FR 54261
Final Action                    07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI20
_______________________________________________________________________




1735. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT 
FOR THE VENTURA MARSH MILKVETCH

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 
to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 1, 2002, NPRM.

Abstract: This rule designates critical habitat for the plant, the 
Ventura Marsh milkvetch, which occurs in California.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/09/02                    67 FR 62926
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    03/20/03                    68 FR 13663
Final Rule                      05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI21
_______________________________________________________________________




1736. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING RESIDENT CANADA 
GEESE POPULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would establish a regulation authorizing State 
wildlife agencies to conduct indirect and/or direct population control 
management activities on resident Canada geese, including the take of 
birds. The intent of this rule is to allow State wildlife management 
agencies sufficient flexibility to deal with problems caused by 
resident Canada geese and to guide and direct Canada goose population 
growth and management activities in the conterminous United States.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/21/03                    68 FR 50496
Final Action                    03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI32
_______________________________________________________________________




1737. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CACTUS FERRUGINOUS PYGMY OWL

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, July 13, 2002, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose a new designation of critical habitat for the 
Cactus ferruginous pygmy owl distinct population segment found in 
Arizona.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/27/02                    67 FR 71031
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    02/25/03                     68 FR 8730
NPRM Comment Period End         04/25/03
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    04/28/03                    68 FR 22353
NPRM Comment Period End         06/27/03
Final Action                    03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

[[Page 73113]]

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI48
_______________________________________________________________________




1738. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE 
SLICKSPOT PEPPERGRASS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, April 2003, Final.

Abstract: We will propose listing the slickspot peppergrass, a plant 
found in Idaho, under the Endangered Species Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/15/02                    67 FR 46441
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    09/25/02                    67 FR 60206
Other/NPRM Comment Period 
Reopened                        07/18/03                    68 FR 42666
Final Action                    01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI50
_______________________________________________________________________




1739. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE 
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE CALIFORNIA TIGER 
SALAMANDER; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE SONOMA COUNTY AND SANTA BARBARA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 15, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We are proposing to: (1) list the Central California distinct 
population segment (DPS) of the California Tiger Salamander (Ambystoma 
californiense) as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act 
(ESA); (2) reclassify the Sonoma County and Santa Barbara County DPSs 
of the California Tiger Salamander from endangered to threatened under 
the ESA; and (3) exempt, under section 4(d) of the ESA, existing 
routine ranching activities on private or tribal lands from section 9 
prohibitions for the three DPSs of the California tiger salamander.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/23/03                    68 FR 28648
NPRM Comment Period Extended    07/03/03                    68 FR 39892
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    09/30/03                    68 FR 56261
NPRM Comment Period End         10/31/03
Final Action                    05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI68
_______________________________________________________________________




1740. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE DESERT YELLOWHEAD

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 8, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the Desert 
yellowhead, a threatened plant found in Wyoming.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/14/03                    68 FR 12326
NPRM Comment Period End         05/13/03
Final Action                    03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI69
_______________________________________________________________________




1741. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SAN DIEGO FAIRY SHRIMP

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 11, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the 
endangered San Diego Fairy shrimp, a freshwater crustacean found in 
southern California.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/22/03                    68 FR 19888
NPRM Comment Period End         06/06/03
Final Action                    04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI71

[[Page 73114]]

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1742. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CALIFORNIA GNATCATCHER

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 11, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose to designate critical habitat for the Coastal 
California gnatcatcher, a threatened bird found in southern California.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/24/03                    68 FR 20228
NPRM Comment Period End         06/23/03
Final Action                    04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI72
_______________________________________________________________________




1743. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 11 MOBILE RIVER BASIN FRESHWATER MUSSELS

Priority: Other Significant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 17, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose to designate critical habitat, if prudent, 
for three threatened and eight endangered species of Mobile River Basin 
freshwater mussels.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/26/03                    68 FR 14752
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/14/03                    68 FR 48581
Final Action                    05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI73
_______________________________________________________________________




1744. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR BRAUN'S ROCKCRESS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 19, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for Braun's 
rockcress, an endangered plant found in Kentucky and Tennessee.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/03/03                    68 FR 33058
Final Action                    05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI74
_______________________________________________________________________




1745. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR A PLANT, THE PIERSON'S MILKVETCH

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, July 28, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for Pierson's 
milkvetch, a threatened plant found in California.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/05/03                    68 FR 46143
Final Action                    07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI77
_______________________________________________________________________




1746. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS 
FOR THE DUGONG IN THE REPUBLIC OF PALAU

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to reopen the comment period on the proposed listing, 
as endangered, of the dugong in the Republic of Palau. The proposed 
rule was published in the Federal Register on August 5, 1993 (58 FR 
41688).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/05/93                    58 FR 41688
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    12/02/02                    67 FR 71529
Final Action                    11/00/03

[[Page 73115]]

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The proposed rule was published in the Federal 
Register on August 5, 1993 (58 FR 41688).

Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI81
_______________________________________________________________________




1747. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS 
FOR THE SCIMITAR-HORNED ORYX, ADDAX, AND DAMA GAZELLE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to reopen the comment period on the proposed listing 
of the Scimitar-Horned oryx, addax and the Dama gazelle as endangered. 
The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on November 5, 
1991.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/05/91                    56 FR 56491
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    07/24/03                    68 FR 43706
NPRM Comment Period End         10/22/03
Final Action                    04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI82
_______________________________________________________________________




1748. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, 
SUBPARTS C AND D; 2004-2005 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH AND SHELLFISH

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will revise the regulations for seasons, 
harvest limits, methods, and means related to taking of fish and 
shellfish in Alaska for subsistence uses during the 2004 regulatory 
year. This rulemaking is necessary because subpart D of the subsistence 
management regulations is subject to an annual review cycle. In the 
Fall 2002 Unified Agenda, this rulemaking appeared under the RIN 1018-
AI37, which has been withdrawn.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/12/03                     68 FR 7294
NPRM Comment Period End         03/28/03
Final Action                    02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI89
_______________________________________________________________________




1749. CHANGES IN LIST OF SPECIES IN APPENDICES TO THE CONVENTION ON 
INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ENDANGERED SPECIES OF WILD FAUNA AND FLORA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will announce the decisions made by the 12th Meeting of 
the Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Convention on 
International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora 
(CITES) in November 2002 on amendments to appendices I and II, and 
incorporate those decisions into 50 CFR 23.23.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI90
_______________________________________________________________________




1750. ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT COUNTERPART SECTION 7 CONSULTATION 
REGULATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL FIRE PLAN

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 402.02; 50 CFR 418 to 423

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These counterpart regulations will revise the existing 
Endangered Species Act consultation procedures by allowing agencies 
implementing the National Fire Plan to make determinations that 
proposed actions are ``not likely to adversely affect'' threatened or 
endangered species or designated critical habitat without the need to 
obtain written concurrence from the Fish and Wildlife Service or the 
National Marine Fisheries Service. The regulation will streamline the 
consultation process for National Fire Plan projects and is expected to 
achieve the same protections presently afforded to species protected 
under the Endangered Species Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/05/03                    68 FR 33806
Final Action                    10/09/03                    68 FR 58292
Final Action                    03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

[[Page 73116]]

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

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

Agency Contact: Richard E Sayers Jr., Chief, Branch of Consultation and 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Department of the Interior, United 
States Fish and Wildlife Service, ARLSQ-420, 1849 C Street NW, Mailstop 
ARL-SQ 420, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-2106
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ02
_______________________________________________________________________




1751. [bull] SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN 
ALASKA, SUBPART C AND SUBPART D--2004-2005 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH 
AND WILDLIFE

Priority: Routine and Frequent. Major status under 5 USC 801 is 
undetermined.

Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule will revise the regulations for seasons, 
harvest limits, methods, and means related to the taking of wildlife 
for subsistence uses during the 2004-05 regulatory year. This 
rulemaking is necessary because subpart D is subject to annual review.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/19/03                    68 FR 49734
Final Action                    06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

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

Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ25
_______________________________________________________________________




1752. [bull] PROPOSAL TO EXTEND EXISTING AMENDED 4(D) RULE FOR PREBLE'S 
MEADOW JUMPING MOUSE IN COLORADO AND WYOMING

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531

CFR Citation: 17 CFR 40

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On May 22, 2001, the Fish and Wildlife Service adopted 
special regulations governing take of the threatened Preble's meadow 
jumping mouse (Zapus hudsonius preblei), which provide exemption from 
take provisions under section 9 of the Endangered Species Act for 
certain activities related to rodent control, ongoing agricultural 
activities, landscape maintenance, and existing uses of water. On 
October 1, 2002, the Service amended those regulations to provide 
exemptions for certain activities related to noxious weed control and 
ongoing ditch maintenance activities. This action proposes to extend 
the regulations, as amended, for 10 years. Current Amended 4(d) rule 
will expire in May 22, 2004.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/03
Final Action                    05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ26
_______________________________________________________________________




1753. [bull] MIGRATORY BIRD SUBSISTENCE HARVEST IN ALASKA; PROPOSED 
SPRING/SUMMER SUBSISTENCE ANNUAL HARVEST REGULATIONS FOR MIGRATORY BIRDS 
IN ALASKA DURING THE 2004 SUBSISTENCE SEASON

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 703-712

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 92

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is establishing spring/
summer migratory bird subsistence harvest regulations in Alaska for the 
2004 subsistence season. The rulemaking is necessary because the 
regulations governing the subsistence harvest of migratory birds in 
Alaska are subject to annual public review. This rulemaking sets 
regulations that expire on August 31, 2004, for the spring/summer 
subsistence harvest of migratory birds in Alaska. Seasons will open 
after March 11 and will close prior to September 1.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03
Final Action                    01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Daniel Engeljohn, Executive Associate, Department of 
Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection Service, 300-12th Street, 
Washington, DC 20250
Phone: 202 720-5627
Fax: 202-690-0486
Email: [email protected]

Tina Chouinard, Wildlife Biologist, Department of the Interior, United 
States Fish and Wildlife Service, Lake Ophelia NWR, 401 Island Road, 
Marksville , LA 71351
Phone: 318 253-4238
Fax: 318 253-7139
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ27

[[Page 73117]]

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1754. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; AMENDMENT TO 
MANATEE PROTECTION AREAS IN FLORIDA (BARGE CANAL EXCEPTION)

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service is planning to make a final determination on the 
proposed rule (67 FR 18572; April 16, 2002) to create an exception to 
the regulations governing the Barge Canal manatee refuge in Brevard 
County, Florida. Under this exception, parties may apply for 
authorization to conduct otherwise prohibited activities in the refuge 
if they can demonstrate to the Service that the activity can be pursued 
in such a manner that manatees will not be taken.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/16/02                    67 FR 18572
Final Action                    07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT39
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions


United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1755. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 1994 AMENDMENTS TO THE MARINE MAMMAL 
PROTECTION ACT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1374

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 104 of the Marine Mammal Protection Act authorizes 
the Director of the Service, acting on behalf of the Secretary of the 
Interior, to issue permits for activities otherwise prohibited by the 
Act. Regulations will be developed for issuance of permits and the 1994 
amendments to the Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AE72
_______________________________________________________________________




1756. TAKING OF MARINE MAMMALS BY LEVEL B HARASSMENT; ISSUANCE OF 
GENERAL AUTHORIZATION FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND PERMITS FOR 
PHOTOGRAPHY, EDUCATIONAL, AND COMMERCIAL PURPOSES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 103--238; 16 USC 1361 to 1407

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to issue regulations that would allow us 
to authorize harassment but not injury or death of marine mammals under 
our jurisdiction, for scientific research and for photography for 
educational or commercial purposes. This rule would further implement 
the 1994 Amendments to the Marine Mammal Protection Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF26
_______________________________________________________________________




1757. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DETERMINATION OF 
ENDANGERED STATUS AND DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE GILA CHUB

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 2003, Final.

Abstract: We are proposing endangered status and the designation of 
critical habitat for the Gila chub.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/09/02                    67 FR 51947
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AG16

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1758. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE 
MIAMI BLUE BUTTERFLY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 
to 4245; PL 99-625 100 Stat. 3500

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will complete a 12-month finding regarding whether the 
Miami blue butterfly in Florida should be added to the List of 
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Petition Finding      01/03/02                      67 FR 280
NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH30
_______________________________________________________________________




1759. INTERAGENCY GUIDANCE FOR THE PRESCRIPTION OF FISHWAYS PURSUANT TO 
SECTION 18 OF THE FEDERAL POWER ACT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 791(a) et seq

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This will make publicly available, and describe the intent 
of, internal guidance for us (the Fish and Wildlife Service) and the 
National Marine Fisheries Service regarding the prescription of 
fishways under section 18 of the Federal Power Act, for non-Federal 
hydropower projects licensed by the Federal Energy Regulatory 
Commission. It will also provide clarification of the terms ``fish'' 
and ``fishway.'' The guidance document will be reviewed following a 2-
year trial period, and the information obtained will be used to support 
a final action.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice                          12/22/00                    65 FR 80898
Notice of Availability          12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Dr. Benjamin Tuggle, Chief, Division of Federal Program 
Activities, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 400, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2161
Fax: 703 358-1869
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH42
_______________________________________________________________________




1760. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE; RECLASSIFICATION OF THE 
MARIANNA FRUIT BAT ON GUAM FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We plan to reclassify the Marianna fruit bat on Guam from 
endangered to threatened.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH55
_______________________________________________________________________




1761. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE DOLLY 
VARDEN AS A THREATENED SPECIES IN WASHINGTON DUE TO SIMILARITY OF 
APPEARANCE TO BULL TROUT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We propose to list the Dolly Varden (Salvelinus malma) as 
threatened under the ``Similarity of Appearance'' provision of the 
Endangered Species Act in Washington, due to its similarity of 
appearance to the bull trout.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/09/01                     66 FR 1628
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH68
_______________________________________________________________________




1762. CORRECTIONS TO RIGHTS-OF-WAY REGULATIONS

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: PL 101-475

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 29

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service proposes to make revisions to the Rights-of-Way 
General Regulations in 50 CFR 29 subpart B. The revisions will correct 
the address of our Region 5 Office in 50 CFR 29.21-2(c)(5). We will 
also implement section 1 of Public Law 101-475 by correcting the names 
of the House and Senate Committees we must notify upon receipt of an 
application for a right-of-way for an oil and gas pipeline that is 24 
inches or more in diameter and again before granting right-of-way. 
Finally, the proposed revised regulation

[[Page 73119]]

will delete the reference to a 60-day waiting period after notification 
of our intent to grant the right-of-way. (The waiting period was 
repealed by Congress.)

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Barbara Ann Wyman, Program Manager, Division of Realty, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
Room 622, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1811
Fax: 703 358-2223
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI12
_______________________________________________________________________




1763. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT 
FOR 6 GUAM SPECIES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 
to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 1, 2004, NPRM.

Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for 6 Guam species. 
These include two mammals, the Little Mariana fruit bat and the Mariana 
fruit bat, and four birds, the Guam broadbill, the Mariana crow, the 
Guam Micronesian kingfisher and the Guam bridled white-eye.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/15/02                    67 FR 63737
NPRM Comment Period Extended    12/05/02                    67 FR 72407
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    01/28/03                     68 FR 4159
NPRM Comment Period End         02/18/03
Final Rule                      10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI25
_______________________________________________________________________




1764. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE SAN 
MIGUEL ISLAND FOX, SANTA ROSA ISLAND FOX, SANTA CRUZ ISLAND FOX, AND 
SANTA CATALINA ISLAND FOX

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201 
to 4245; PL 99-625; 100 Stat. 3500

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, July 10, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We have proposed to list four island fox species, which occur 
on the Channel Islands off California, as endangered.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/10/01                    66 FR 63654
Final Action--Final Listing, 
Proposed Critical Habitat       10/00/04
Final Action--Final Critical 
Habitat                         10/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI28
_______________________________________________________________________




1765. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE COLUMBIA-KLAMATH DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF 
THE BULL TROUT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 1, 2002, NPRM.

Abstract: We propose to designate critical habitat for the Columbia-
Klamath distinct population segment of the Bull trout.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/29/02                    67 FR 71235
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    02/11/03                     68 FR 6863
NPRM Comment Period End         05/12/03
Final Action                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

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

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI52
_______________________________________________________________________




1766. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CONSERVATION 
EDUCATION; 50 CFR 17.21

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17.21(g)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 17.21(g) of title 50 of the Code of Federal 
Regulations addresses education as a valid component of Endangered 
Species Act approved programs. An advanced notice of proposed 
rulemaking will request public input on conservation education 
requirements that will be used in the development of a proposed rule 
that will propose a Service position on conservation education.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

[[Page 73120]]

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Timothy J. Van Norman, Chief, Branch of Permits, 
International, Division of Management Authority, Department of the 
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North 
Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2350
Fax: 703 358-2281
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI66
_______________________________________________________________________




1767. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PERMITS FOR FOREIGN 
LISTED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We will issue a proposed policy to clarify the process used 
for issuing Endangered Species Act permits for foreign listed species.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Proposed Policy       08/18/03                    68 FR 49512
Final Action                    10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Timothy J. Van Norman, Chief, Branch of Permits, 
International, Division of Management Authority, Department of the 
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North 
Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2350
Fax: 703 358-2281
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI67
_______________________________________________________________________




1768. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REVISIONS TO GENERAL EXCEPTIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 95-616; 92 Stat 3112 (16 USC 712(2)); PL 106-108

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under this rule, some public institutions which are now 
exempted from permit requirements would be required to obtain permits 
in order to possess migratory birds. It would create new exemptions for 
State and Federal resource managers and it would establish husbandry 
requirements applicable to exempt facilities.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations, 
Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird 
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife 
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI96
_______________________________________________________________________




1769. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PRUDENCY 
DETERMINATION AND DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR EGGERT'S SUNFLOWER

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 29, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: We will determine the prudency of proposing the designation 
of critical habitat for the Eggert's sunflower. On May 22, 1997, the 
Eggert's sunflower was designated as a threatened species. This species 
is known to occur in Alabama, Kentucky, and Tennessee.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ08
_______________________________________________________________________




1770. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SPREADING NAVARRETIA AND THE SAN JACINTO VALLEY 
CROWNSCALE

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, January 30, 2004, NPRM.

Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the spreading 
navarettia and San Jacinto Valley crownscale. On October 13, 1998, the 
spreading navarretia, a plant species native to California and Mexico, 
was listed as a threatened species, and the San Jacinto Valley 
crownscale, a plant species endemic to California, was listed as 
endangered.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ11
_______________________________________________________________________




1771. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CALIFORNIA RED-LEGGED FROG

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 31, 2004, NPRM.

[[Page 73121]]

Abstract: We will re-propose the designation of critical habitat for 
the California red-legged frog, a threatened species endemic to 
California and Baja California, Mexico.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin, Chief, Office of Conservation and 
Classification, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and 
Wildlife Service, Room 452, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 
22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ16
_______________________________________________________________________




1772. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED 
AMENDMENT TO THE NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION RULE FOR THE 
MEXICAN GRAY WOLF

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service is currently exploring a revision to the Mexican 
wolf nonessential experimental population rule. In 2000, a panel of 
scientists recommended a proposed revision to the experimental 
population rule after conducting a 3-year review of the program. The 
Service intends to propose a revision to the rule allowing for the 
direct release of wolves into an expanded release area, but still 
within the area where wolves are currently authorized to occur. The 
Service also plans to propose a revision to expand upon the designated 
recovery area, allowing for greater management flexibility when a wolf 
travels outside of this area.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT36
_______________________________________________________________________




1773. [bull] LAND CONSERVATION PLANNING (REFUGE MANUAL CHAPTER 602 FW 2)

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 668dd to 668ee

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This policy chapter provides the process whereby new lands 
and waters are approved for addition to the National Wildlife Refuge 
System. The addition of lands and waters includes such methods as fee 
title acquisition, easements, donation, and transfers, and may apply to 
the significant expansion of an existing national wildlife refuge or 
creation of a new national wildlife refuge.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Ross Alliston, Refuge Program Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, National 
Wildlife Refuge System, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 N. Fairfax 
Drive, Arlington, VA 22204
Phone: 703 358-2388
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT41
_______________________________________________________________________




1774. [bull] SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN 
ALASKA, SUBPART A AND SUBPART B

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

Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise the saltwater areas of jurisdiction, 
certain definitions, and clarify portions of the existing regulations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management, 
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 
3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AT47

[[Page 73122]]

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Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions


United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1775. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE 
DOUGLAS COUNTY, OREGON, POPULATION OF THE COLUMBIA WHITE-TAILED DEER 
FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/24/03                    68 FR 43647

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AF43
_______________________________________________________________________




1776. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT 
FOR 47 PLANTS IN HAWAII

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/02/03                    68 FR 39624

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH02
_______________________________________________________________________




1777. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT 
FOR PLANTS OF THE NORTHWEST ISLANDS, HAWAII

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/22/03                    68 FR 28054

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH09
_______________________________________________________________________




1778. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING OF THE 
SACRAMENTO MOUNTAINS CHECKERSPOT BUTTERFLY AND PROPOSED DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       09/11/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH40
_______________________________________________________________________




1779. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE; REMOVAL OF THE SAN MARCOS 
GAMBUSIA FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/26/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH52
_______________________________________________________________________




1780. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: REPROPOSED 
DETERMINATIONS OF PRUDENCY AND PROPOSED DESIGNATIONS OF CRITICAL HABITAT 
FOR PLANTS FROM MAUI AND KAHOOLAWE, HAWAII

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/14/03                    68 FR 25934

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH70
_______________________________________________________________________




1781. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REOPENING OF 
COMMENT PERIOD ON THE THREATENED STATUS OF THE SACRAMENTO SPLITTAIL 
(POGONICHTHYS MACROLEPIDOTIS)

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action--Notice of Remanded 
Determination of Status         09/22/03                    68 FR 55140

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH73
_______________________________________________________________________




1782. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR BLACKBURN'S SPHINX MOTH

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/10/03                    68 FR 34710

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH94

[[Page 73123]]

_______________________________________________________________________




1783. CIVIL PROCEDURES; 50 CFR PART 11

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 11

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/28/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Kevin Adams
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AH97
_______________________________________________________________________




1784. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A 
NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF GRIZZLY BEARS IN THE BITTERROOT 
AREA OF IDAHO AND MONTANA; REMOVAL OF REGULATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/26/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI03
_______________________________________________________________________




1785. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT 
FOR 103 OAHU, HAWAII, PLANTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/17/03                    68 FR 35950

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI24
_______________________________________________________________________




1786. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT 
FOR FOUR FAIRY SHRIMP AND 11 PLANTS IN CALIFORNIA

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Rule                      08/06/03                    68 FR 46684

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI26
_______________________________________________________________________




1787. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING DOUBLE-CRESTED 
CORMORANT DAMAGES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Other/Notice--FEIS              08/11/03                    68 FR 47603
Final Action                    10/08/03                    68 FR 58022

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal

Agency Contact: Brian Millsap
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI39
_______________________________________________________________________




1788. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF 
THE GRAY BAT FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/26/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI40
_______________________________________________________________________




1789. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE 
MOUNTAIN PLOVER WITH A SPECIAL RULE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/09/03                    68 FR 53083

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI45
_______________________________________________________________________




1790. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE PREBLE'S MEADOW JUMPING MOUSE

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/23/03                    68 FR 37275

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Chris Nolin
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI46
_______________________________________________________________________




1791. TRIBAL WILDLIFE GRANTS PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES FOR 
FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2002

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: None

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/28/03                    68 FR 44434

[[Page 73124]]

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Patrick Durham
Phone: 202 208-4133

RIN: 1018-AI58
_______________________________________________________________________




1792. TRIBAL LANDOWNER INCENTIVE PROGRAM (T-LIP) IMPLEMENTATION 
GUIDELINES FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2002

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: None

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/28/03                    68 FR 44424

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Patrick Durham
Phone: 202 208-4133

RIN: 1018-AI59
_______________________________________________________________________




1793. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A 
NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF THE BLACK-FOOTED FERRET IN 
SOUTH-CENTRAL SOUTH DAKOTA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/16/03                    68 FR 26498

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI60
_______________________________________________________________________




1794. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA, 
SUBPART C AND SUBPART D--2003-2004 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF WILDLIFE 
REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/27/03                    68 FR 38464

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: William W. Knauer
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI62
_______________________________________________________________________




1795. 2003-2004 REFUGE SPECIFIC HUNTING AND SPORT FISHING REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 32

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/14/03                    68 FR 48583
Final Action                    10/02/03                    68 FR 57308
Final Action Effective          10/02/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Leslie Marler
Phone: 703 358-2397
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI63
_______________________________________________________________________




1796. MIGRATORY BIRD SUBSISTENCE HARVEST IN ALASKA; REGULATIONS FOR THE 
SPRING AND SUMMER 2003 SEASON

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 92

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/21/03                    68 FR 43010

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Donna Dewhurst
Phone: 907 786-3499
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI84
_______________________________________________________________________




1797. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; PROPOSED 2003-2004 MIGRATORY GAME BIRD 
HUNTING REGULATIONS (PRELIMINARY) WITH REQUESTS FOR INDIAN TRIBAL 
PROPOSALS

Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/06/03                    68 FR 24324
Other/Supplemental NPRM         06/23/03                    68 FR 37362
Other/Supplemental NPRM         07/17/03                    68 FR 42546
Other/Supplemental NPRM         08/08/03                    68 FR 47424
Final Action                    08/19/03                    68 FR 50016
Final Action                    08/27/03                    68 FR 51658
Final Action                    08/28/03                    68 FR 51832
Final Action                    08/29/03                    68 FR 51919
Final Action                    09/26/03                    68 FR 55784
Final Action                    09/29/03                    68 FR 56048
Final Action                    09/29/03                    68 FR 56102

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ronald Kokel
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI93
_______________________________________________________________________




1798. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE 
WATER HOWELLIA (HOWELLIA AQUATILUS) FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND 
THREATENED SPECIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/26/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI94
_______________________________________________________________________




1799. REVISION OF AIRBORNE HUNTING REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 19

[[Page 73125]]

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/28/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Kevin Adams
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AI99
_______________________________________________________________________




1800. FISCAL YEAR 2004 PRIVATE STEWARDSHIP GRANTS PROGRAM; PROGRAM 
IMPLEMENTATION

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: None

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/26/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ01
_______________________________________________________________________




1801. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF 
THE CUI-UI FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES AND 
ESTABLISHMENT OF A 4(D) RULE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/26/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ05
_______________________________________________________________________




1802. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF 
ADDITIONAL MANATEE PROTECTION AREAS IN FLORIDA

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/04/03                    68 FR 16602
Final Action                    08/26/03                    68 FR 46870

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ06
_______________________________________________________________________




1803. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A 
NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF BLACK-FOOTED FERRET IN WYOMING

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/28/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ18
_______________________________________________________________________




1804. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF 
THE UNCOMPAHGRE FRITILLARY BUTTERFLY FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/26/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ19
_______________________________________________________________________




1805. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF ARCTIC 
RUSSIAN POPULATION OF SPECTACLED EIDERS FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND 
THREATENED SPECIES; CLASSIFICATION OF U.S. POPUL. AS THREATENED

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/26/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ20
_______________________________________________________________________




1806. [bull] GUIDANCE FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT, USE, AND OPERATION OF 
CONSERVATION BANKS

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We are establishing interim guidance for the establishment, 
use, and operation of conservation banks. Conservation banks are a tool 
to offset adverse impacts to species listed as threatened or endangered 
under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended. The purpose of 
this guidance is to help Service personnel evaluate and approve 
conservation banks in the context of fulfilling the purposes of the 
Endangered Species Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Availability          05/08/03                    68 FR 24753

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

[[Page 73126]]

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patrick Leonard, Chief, Division of Consultation, 
Habitat Conservation Planning, Recovery and State Grants, Department of 
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 420, 4401 
North Fairfax Drive, Room 420, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2171
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1018-AJ22
BILLING CODE 4310-70-S
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


National Park Service (NPS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1807. BIG THICKET NATIONAL PRESERVE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.85

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use 
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because 
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units 
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC92
_______________________________________________________________________




1808. PICTURED ROCKS NATIONAL LAKESHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use 
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because 
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units 
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC93
_______________________________________________________________________




1809. FIRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.20

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use 
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because 
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units 
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC94
_______________________________________________________________________




1810. GATEWAY NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.29

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use 
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because 
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units 
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC95
_______________________________________________________________________




1811. BIGHORN CANYON NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.92

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would allow personal watercraft use in

[[Page 73127]]

designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because the 
regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units of 
the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC96
_______________________________________________________________________




1812. LAKE MEREDITH RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.57

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use 
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because 
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units 
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC97
_______________________________________________________________________




1813. CHICKASAW RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.50

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use 
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because 
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units 
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC98
_______________________________________________________________________




1814. CURECANTI RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.51

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use 
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because 
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units 
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC99
_______________________________________________________________________




1815. AMISTAD RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.79

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use 
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because 
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in areas 
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/22/03                    68 FR 60305
NPRM Comment Period End         12/22/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD00
_______________________________________________________________________




1816. LAKE ROOSEVELT RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.55

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use 
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because 
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in areas 
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.

[[Page 73128]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD01
_______________________________________________________________________




1817. NATIVE AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT; FUTURE 
APPLICABILITY

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 3001 et seq

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 10.13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule relates to one section of the regulations 
that implement the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation 
Act (NAGPRA). This section will clarify the applicability of NAGPRA to 
museums and Federal agencies following the statutory deadlines for 
completion of summaries and inventories.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Robbins, Assistant Director, Cultural Resources, 
Department of the Interior, National Park Service, NC340, 1849 C Street 
NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 343-3388
Fax: 202 343-5260
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD05
_______________________________________________________________________




1818. BOATING AND WATER USE ACTIVITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 1a-2(h); 16 USC 3

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 3

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This part was last updated comprehensively in the early 
1980's. This regulation will help to address new and emerging 
technology, clarify some regulations for the benefit of the public and 
enforcement staff, implement changes to reduce safety concerns, and 
make NPS regulations more consistent with State regulations in order to 
reduce confusion with the public.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/26/03                    68 FR 51207
NPRM Comment Period End         12/24/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD07
_______________________________________________________________________




1819. [bull] ALASKA PARK UNITS; SPECIAL REGULATIONS

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

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 13

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: NPS regulations at 36 CFR 1.5 require the NPS to publish 
certain closures, designations, activity restrictions or conditions as 
rulemaking in the Federal Register. This rule will meet this 
requirement for all national park units in Alaska.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and 
Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C 
Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-7469
Fax: 202 219-8835
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD13
_______________________________________________________________________




1820. [bull] DELAWARE WATER GAP NRA COMMERCIAL VEHICLE FEES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k; PL 104-
333, sec 702; . . .

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.71(e)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Delaware Water Gap NRA's legislation authorizes the NPS to 
control commercial traffic on Route 209 within the park. This is a very 
labor-intensive operation, for which the legislation authorized the NPS 
to charge sufficient fees to make the operation financially self-
sustaining. The current regulation will be revised to raise the fees to 
an adequate level.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and 
Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C 
Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-7469
Fax: 202 219-8835
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD14
_______________________________________________________________________




1821. [bull] REVISIONS TO RIGHT-OF-WAY REGULATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 14

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise existing regulations relating to the 
issuance of right-of-way permits across lands and waters under National 
Park Service administration. The current regulations are outdated. The 
new regulations will provide a process for the review,

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consideration, and approval or denial of requests for rights-of-way.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and 
Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C 
Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-7469
Fax: 202 219-8835
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD16
_______________________________________________________________________




1822. [bull] COST RECOVERY FOR SPECIAL PARK USES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 1; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k; . . .

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The National Park Service issues special use permits for 
activities such as special events, commercial photography, and utility 
rights-of-way in areas of the National Park System. Processing these 
permit requests is costly, but the NPS has not instituted a system for 
cost recovery, as is authorized by law. This rule will establish a 
procedure to enable the NPS to recover its costs from the permit 
beneficiaries.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and 
Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C 
Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-7469
Fax: 202 219-8835
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD18
_______________________________________________________________________




1823. [bull] CEREMONIES AT FIRST DIVISION MONUMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 14k; 16 USC 9a

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.96

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This amendment will authorize the official annual Memorial 
Day and Vewterans Day commemorative wreath-laying ceremonies at the 
First Division Monument. Currently, such ceremonies are not allowed 
under 36 CFR 7.96 (g)(3)(i).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and 
Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C 
Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-7469
Fax: 202 219-8835
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD19
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


National Park Service (NPS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1824. PROCEDURES FOR STATE, TRIBAL, AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT HISTORIC 
PRESERVATION PROGRAMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 470 et seq

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The NPS proposes to establish the requirements and procedures 
by which those Indian tribes that choose to do so can assume State 
Historic Preservation Officer duties with regard to tribal lands and 
become eligible for grants-in-aid to carry out those duties.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/12/02                    67 FR 52532
NPRM Comment Period End         12/10/02
Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Bryan Mitchell, Division, Department of the Interior, 
National Park Service, NC330, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 354-2078
Fax: 202 371-5197
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC79
_______________________________________________________________________




1825. COMMERCIAL USE AUTHORIZATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: PL 105-391

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Public Law 105-391 became effective on November 13, 1998. The 
new Act mandates revised procedures for issuing commercial use 
authorizations. Section 417 of Public Law 105-391 requires that the 
Secretary promulgate implementing regulations as soon as practicable 
after the effective date of the Act. Existing regulations governing 
commercial use within National Parks are not adequate to administer the 
provisions of the new statute and must be revised to reflect new 
requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/27/02                    67 FR 70899
NPRM Comment Period End         01/27/03
Final Action                    06/00/04

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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Cynthia Orlando, Chief of Concessions, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 513-7156
Fax: 202 219-1173
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC85
_______________________________________________________________________




1826. SNOWMOBILE REGULATIONS FOR YELLOWSTONE AND GRAND TETON NATIONAL 
PARKS AND JDR PARKWAY

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 73 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1024-AD11
_______________________________________________________________________




1827. [bull] ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK SNOWMOBILE USE

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

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.7

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The NPS is amending regulations specific to Rocky Mountain 
National Park that designate snowmobile routes within the park. The 
routes currently designated are not consistent with the protection of 
park resources, the requirements of Executive Order 11644, or the NPS 
general regulation governing snowmobile use. This amendment will 
eliminate three of the four routes currently in use.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/05/01                     66 FR 1069
Final Action                    11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall, Regulations Program Manager, Department of 
the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD15
_______________________________________________________________________




1828. [bull] USE OF SERVICE ANIMALS IN NATIONAL PARK AREAS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k; 29 USC 
701; . . .

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 2.7

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department of Justice has expanded the concept of 
``service animals'' utilized by persons with disabilities. Many of the 
animals covered by the expanded definition are now prohibited in 
national park areas under NPS regulations at 36 CFR 2.15. This 
rulemaking will bring NPS regulations into conformance with the 
expanded definition.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and 
Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C 
Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-7469
Fax: 202 219-8835
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD17
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions


National Park Service (NPS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1829. SPECIAL REGULATIONS OF THE NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM; RELIGIOUS 
CEREMONIAL COLLECTION OF GOLDEN EAGLETS IN WUPATKI NATIONAL MONUMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 42 USC 1996; 42 USC 2000bb

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.101

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The NPS has preliminarily determined that under certain 
circumstances it is appropriate to allow the Hopi Tribe to collect 
golden eaglets within Wupatki National Monument for religious 
ceremonial purposes. This rule would authorize this activity upon terms 
and conditions sufficient to protect park resources against impairment, 
and consistent with the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/22/01                     66 FR 6516
NPRM Comment Period End         03/23/01
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Patricia L. Parker, Chief, American Indian Liaison 
Office, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C 
Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 354-6963
Fax: 202 371-6609
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC86
_______________________________________________________________________




1830. GOLDEN GATE NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; SPECIAL REGULATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

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

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.97

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This advance notice of proposed rulemaking will seek public 
comment on a range of potential management options for addressing 
appropriate pet management within the Golden Gate National Recreation 
Area, consistent with protecting national park resources and assuring 
visitor safety.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/11/02                     67 FR 1424
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/12/02


Next Action Undetermined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Brian O'Neill, Superintendent, Department of the 
Interior, National Park Service, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, 
Fort Mason, Building 201, San Francisco, CA 94123-0022
Phone: 415 561-4739
Fax: 415 561-4710
Email: brian--o'[email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD03
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions


National Park Service (NPS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1831. VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC SAFETY; OPERATING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF 
ALCOHOL OR DRUGS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 4.23

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/06/03                    68 FR 46477

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC69
_______________________________________________________________________




1832. NATIVE AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT 
REGULATIONS; CIVIL PENALTIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 10

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/03/03                    68 FR 16354

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: John Robbins
Phone: 202 343-3388
Fax: 202 343-5260
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC84
_______________________________________________________________________




1833. VIRGIN ISLANDS CORAL REEF NATIONAL MONUMENT; SPECIAL REGULATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.103; 36 CFR 7.73

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              04/04/03                    68 FR 16432
Interim Final Rule Effective    05/05/03
Withdrawn                       06/10/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC89
_______________________________________________________________________




1834. GLEN CANYON NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.70

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/26/03                    68 FR 55448
Final Action Effective          09/26/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AC90
_______________________________________________________________________




1835. ASSATEAGUE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.65

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/30/03                    68 FR 32371

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD02
_______________________________________________________________________




1836. SAGUARO NATIONAL MONUMENT MOUNTAIN BIKE SPECIAL REGULATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.11

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    08/20/03                    68 FR 50073
Final Action Effective          09/19/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kym A. Hall
Phone: 202 208-4206
Fax: 202 208-4684
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD10
_______________________________________________________________________




1837. [bull] SPECIAL REGULATIONS; AREAS OF THE NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM; NEW 
RIVER GORGE NATIONAL RIVER--HUNTING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 3; 16 USC 9a; 16 USC 462k; 16 USC 
460m-15 to 18; . . .

CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.89

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: National Park Service general regulations require that a 
special regulation be promulgated if hunting is to be allowed to 
continue at New River Gorge National River. The 2003 hunting program 
cannot take place unless/until this rulemaking is completed.

[[Page 73132]]

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/25/03                    68 FR 55315

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Bernard Fagan, Deputy Chief, Office of Policy and 
Regulations, Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C 
Street N.W., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-7469
Fax: 202 219-8835
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1024-AD12
BILLING CODE 4310-02-S
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1838. BUY INDIAN ACT REGULATIONS

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 47; 36 Stat 861; 41 USC 253(c)(5)

CFR Citation: 48 CFR 14 app A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will regulate the implementation of BIA's 
longstanding policy of contracting with Indian-owned firms on a 
preferential basis and will regulate the determination of eligibility 
and availability of Indian firms to perform a specific requirement for 
products, services, and road construction outside the State of Oklahoma 
and regulate the authority to deviate from the general policy and will 
regulate the determination of eligibility throughout contractual 
performance.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kim Romine, Management, Department of the Interior, 
Bureau of Indian Affairs, 2051 Mercator Drive, Reston, VA 20191
Phone: 703 390-6461
Fax: 703 390-6582

RIN: 1076-AE07
_______________________________________________________________________




1839. TRIBAL REVENUE ALLOCATION PLANS

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 2710; 25 USC 9; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 290

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Secretary of the Interior is responsible for reviewing 
tribal plans for allocating revenues from gaming activities. The 
Secretary must determine whether the proposed rule is sufficient to 
promote tribal economic development and fund essential tribal programs, 
benefits, and services. BIA plans to revise the regulations in part 290 
to include additional criteria to assist the Secretary in making this 
determination.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: George Skibine, Director, Indian Gaming Management 
Staff, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 2070 
MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 219-4066

RIN: 1076-AE24
_______________________________________________________________________




1840. INDIAN COUNTRY LAW ENFORCEMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 25 USC 2; 25 USC 2802

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: BIA plans to amend its regulation governing law enforcement 
in Indian country by revising section 12.4 of subpart A and by adding 
new section 12.24 to subpart C to allow tribal law enforcement 
officials to travel outside Indian country to respond to incidents in 
another area and to transport evidence to and from locations in Indian 
country.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Local, Tribal, Federal

Agency Contact: Peter Maybee, Division of Law Enforcement, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 4550--
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-5787
Fax: 202 208-6170

RIN: 1076-AE35
_______________________________________________________________________




1841. LEASES AND PERMITS ON INDIAN TRUST AND RESTRICTED LANDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 380; 25 USC 403; 25 USC 403c; 25 USC 415 to 
415d; 25 USC 477; 25 USC 635

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 162

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: BIA plans to amend its regulations governing leasing of 
Indian trust and restricted lands by revising subpart A and by adding 
subpart C and D covering residential leases and business leases on 
trust and restricted land.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Kayla Danks, Department of the Interior, Bureau of 
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 4512--MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-5954

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Fax: 202 219-1065

RIN: 1076-AE36
_______________________________________________________________________




1842. [bull] REINDEER IN ALASKA

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 500

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 243

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will codify procedures for processing requests for 
reindeer by non-native Alaskans.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Warren Eastland, Wildlife Biologist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, P.O. Box 25520, Juneau, AK 99802
Phone: 907 586-7321

RIN: 1076-AE37
_______________________________________________________________________




1843. [bull] PROCLAMATION OF RESERVATIONS

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 467

CFR Citation: None

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will define the procedures and criteria to be used 
for issuance of reservation proclamations by the Secretary of the 
Interior.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Eufrona Snyder, Department of the Interior, Bureau of 
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-3614
Fax: 202 219-1065

RIN: 1076-AE40
_______________________________________________________________________




1844. [bull] LOAN GUARANTY, INSURANCE, AND INTEREST SUBSIDY

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 1496

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We are revising our regulations to comply with the Indian 
Financing Amendments Act of 2002, specifically 25 U.S.A. 1485(I), which 
requires the Secretary of the Interior to promulgate regulations to 
facilitate, administer, and promote transfers of leans and guaranteed 
and insured portions of loans as intended under the Act. We also are 
introducing regulations to implement 25 U.S.A. 1497A and 1499, 
statutory changes dating back to 1988, concerning the guarantee of 
bonds and supplemental surety bonds. The lack of regulations relating 
to this subject has inhibited the use of these provisions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: David B. Johnson, Department of the Interior, Bureau of 
Indian Affairs, Office of the Solicitor, Division of Indian Affairs, 
1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-3026

RIN: 1076-AE42
_______________________________________________________________________




1845. [bull] USE OR DISTRIBUTION OF INDIAN JUDGMENT FUNDS

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 1401 et seq

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 87

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will update the existing provisions to reflect the 
changes to the Indian Judgment Funds Distribution Act that were made in 
1992 by Public Law 102-572.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7626
Fax: 202 219-2327

RIN: 1076-AE43
_______________________________________________________________________




1846. [bull] NAVAJO PARTITIONED LANDS GRAZING PERMITS

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 301; 25 USC 640d et seq

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 161

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will govern the grazing of livestock on the Navajo 
Partitioned Lands (NPL) of the former Navajo-Hopi Joint Use Area of the 
1982 Executive Order reservation. The purpose of these regulations is 
to conserve the rangelands of the NPL in order to maximize future use 
of the land for grazing and other purposes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/12/03                    68 FR 64023
NPRM Comment Period End         02/10/04
Final Action                    10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: James Orwin, Soil Conservationist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 3061 MIB, 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-6464
Fax: 202 219-0006

RIN: 1076-AE46
_______________________________________________________________________




1847. [bull] INDIAN HIGHWAY SAFETY PROGRAM

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 402; 25 USC 13

[[Page 73134]]

CFR Citation: s5 CFR 181

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will streamline the approval and funding process 
for tribal highway safety projects. These projects are designed to 
reduce traffic accidents on Indian Reservations and the resulting 
property damage, injuries, and death. Ten to 30 tribes participate in 
the program annually.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles L. Jaynes, Program Administrator, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Division of Safety Management, 
201 Third Street NW., Suite 310, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505 245-2100
Fax: 505 245-2106

RIN: 1076-AE47
_______________________________________________________________________




1848. [bull] APPEALS FROM ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 2

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will: (1) Clarify who has a right to file and 
appeal; (2) provide firm deadlines for filing appeals and responses; 
(3) provide options to appellants if BIA delays making a decision on an 
appeal; and (4) Provide an expedited process for certain classes of 
appeals.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Cathy Wilson, Supervisory Water Rights Specialist, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 400 North 5th 
Street, 13th Floor, POB 10, MS 420, Two Arizona Center, Phoenix, AZ 
85004
Phone: 602 379-6789
Fax: 602 379-6835

RIN: 1076-AE48
_______________________________________________________________________




1849. [bull] NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND ACT OF 2001

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

Legal Authority: PL 107-110

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 39; 25 CFR 42

Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, June 8, 2003, NPRM.

Abstract: Under the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (Public Law 107-
110), the Secretary of the interior must develop regulations using 
negotiated rulemaking to address the following issues: (1) Defining 
adequate yearly progress, which is the essential measurement for 
determining that schools are providing quality education; (2) 
establishing separate geographic attendance areas for each Bureau-
funded school; (3) establishing a formula for determining the minimum 
amount of funds necessary to fund each Bureau-funded school; (4) 
establishing a system of direct funding and support of all Bureau-
funded schools under the formula established in section 1127 of the 
Act; (5) establishing guidelines to ensure the constitutional and civil 
rights of Indian students regrading the right to privacy, freedom of 
religion and expression, and due process in connection with 
disciplinary actions (suspension and expulsion); and (6) establishing a 
method for administering grants to tribally controlled schools.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Catherine Freels, Designated Federal Official, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 500 Gold Ave. 
SW., Room 7202, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505 248-7240

RIN: 1076-AE49
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1850. IRRIGATION PROJECTS AND SYSTEMS

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 385

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 171

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: BIA is revising this rule to incorporate new procedures on 
billing and collection of Government debt. Once these changes are made, 
BIA will publish a new proposed rule for public comment.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/05/96                    61 FR 35167
NPRM Comment Period End         09/03/96
Final Action                    09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ross Mooney, Civil Engineer, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4559, 1849 C Street NW., MS 
3543 MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-5480

RIN: 1076-AD44
_______________________________________________________________________




1851. CERTIFICATES OF DEGREE OF INDIAN BLOOD

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 13; 25 USC 9

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 70

Legal Deadline: None

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

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/18/00                    65 FR 20775
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/20/00                    65 FR 38228
NPRM Comment Period End         07/17/00
NPRM Comment Period Extended    08/16/00
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/25/01                    66 FR 33654
NPRM Comment Period End         12/31/01
Final Action                    07/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Duane Bird Bear, Department of the Interior, Bureau of 
Indian Affairs, Tribal Government Services, 1951 Constitution Avenue 
NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7641
Fax: 202 513-0679

RIN: 1076-AD97
_______________________________________________________________________




1852. ALASKA RESUPPLY OPERATION

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 25 USC 13; 25 USC 9; 38 Stat. 486; 42 Stat. 208; 5 USC 
301; R.S. 463; R.S. 465

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 142

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule makes technical revisions to reflect terms 
now in common usage, e.g., Regional Director and Traffic Manager. A new 
section refers to the application of Indian preference in hiring 
pursuant to the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 (25 USC 479).

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/03/00                    65 FR 47704
NPRM Comment Period End         10/02/00
Final Action                    06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Duncan Brown, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 7229 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4582
Fax: 202 219-2100
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1076-AE04
_______________________________________________________________________




1853. INDIAN RESERVATION ROADS PROGRAM

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 202; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 170

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This establishes policies and procedures governing the Indian 
Reservation Roads (IRR) Program. It expands transportation activities 
available to tribes and tribal organizations and provides guidance to 
tribes and tribal organizations for planning, designing, constructing, 
and maintaining transportation facilities. This rule also includes a 
funding formula for allocating IRR Program funds based upon the 
relative needs of Indian tribes, and reservation or tribal communities, 
for transportation assistance, and the relative administrative 
capacities of various tribes.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/07/02                    67 FR 51328
NPRM Comment Period End         10/07/02
Final Action                    02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal

Agency Contact: LeRoy Gishi, Chief, Division of Transportation, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 4058 MIB, 1849 
C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4359

RIN: 1076-AE17
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions


Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1854. INDIAN ELECTRIC POWER UTILITIES

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 385

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 175

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule contains procedures governing the operation of BIA-
owned power utilities. BIA is revising this rule to incorporate new 
procedures on billing and collection of government debt. Once these 
changes are made, BIA will publish a new proposed rule for public 
comment.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/07/96                    61 FR 29040
NPRM Comment Period End         08/06/96
NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Ross Mooney, Civil Engineer, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4559, 1849 C Street NW., MS 
3543 MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-5480

RIN: 1076-AD45
_______________________________________________________________________




1855. [bull] PREPARATION OF ROLLS OF INDIANS

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

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 61

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will add the enrollment eligibility criteria for 
individuals who apply to share in the distribution of Western Shoshone 
Judgment funds. It will also set forth the method for establishing an 
application deadline date.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7626
Fax: 202 219-2327

RIN: 1076-AE44
_______________________________________________________________________




1856. [bull] STANDARDS FOR APPROVING TRIBAL PER CAPITA DISTRIBUTIONS

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 117c

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 111

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will provide standards for the review and approval 
of tribal requests for the authority to make per capita distributions 
from tribal funds held in trust by the Secretary of the Interior under 
Public Law 98-164, 25 U.S.C. 117a and 117b.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7626
Fax: 202 219-2327

RIN: 1076-AE45
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)



_______________________________________________________________________




1857. PROTECTION OF PRODUCTS OF INDIAN ART AND CRAFTSMANSHIP

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 309

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    06/12/03                    68 FR 35164

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Meridith Stanton
Phone: 202 208-3773

RIN: 1076-AE16
_______________________________________________________________________




1858. [bull] AMENDMENT TO THE LIST OF COURTS OF INDIAN OFFENSES

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

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9; 25 USC 13; 25 USC 200

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule removes the Paiute--Shoshone Indian tribe of the 
Fallon Reservation and Colony (Western Region, Nevada) from the listing 
of Courts of Indian offenses. The tribe reassumed tribal court 
functions and asked to be removed from the list.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/30/03                    68 FR 44614

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal

Agency Contact: Ralph Gonzales, Housing Program Specialist, Department 
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7629
Fax: 202 208-5113

RIN: 1076-AE41
BILLING CODE 4310-MR-S
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Minerals Management Service (MMS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1859. LATE AND OVERPAYMENT INTEREST

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 1001 et seq; 25 USC 1301 et seq; 25 USC 1331 et 
seq; 25 USC 1701 et seq; 25 USC 1735; 25 USC 1801 et seq; 25 USC 181 et 
seq; 25 USC 2101 et seq; 25 USC 351 et seq; 25 USC 3716; 25 USC 3720a; 
25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et seq; 25 USC 9701; 5 USC 301 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 218; 30 CFR 230

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule allows MMS to pay interest on Federal onshore and 
offshore oil and gas royalty overpayments and makes interest charges 
more equitable between the payor and the recipient. Interest will be 
paid on overpayments related to royalty, rent and estimates resulting 
from sales of Federal onshore and offshore oil and gas production.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, 
Denver, CO 80225-3211

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Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC27
_______________________________________________________________________




1860. TAKES VS. ENTITLEMENTS REPORTING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1735

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule addresses reporting and payment requirements for 
production removed and sold from a Federal lease, unit participating 
area, or communitization agreement beginning September 1996.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, 
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC29
_______________________________________________________________________




1861. PREPAYMENT OF ROYALTIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1735

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule allows payors to prepay royalty in lieu of monthly 
royalty payments for their marginal properties with approval from the 
affected States. It will establish the criteria used by payors, States, 
and MMS to calculate, report, and monitor royalty prepayments.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, 
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC31
_______________________________________________________________________




1862. INCIDENT REPORTING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: There continues to be rapid growth in offshore exploration 
and production activities in the Gulf of Mexico. Since safety is our 
top priority, we must upgrade our accident investigation functions. To 
do this we need accurate and timely information. This rule is the only 
way to require operators, lessees, and permit holders in the Outer 
Continental Shelf (OCS) to give us a written report about each OCS 
accident. It will also establish clearer guidelines for accident 
reporting thresholds and timing.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/08/03                    68 FR 40585
NPRM Comment Period End         12/05/03
Final Action                    12/00/04
Final Action Effective          01/00/05

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC57
_______________________________________________________________________




1863. ROYALTY RELIEF TERMS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 396 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule amends the circumstances that discontinue the 
existing royalty relief for end-of-life oil and gas leases and also 
introduces a categorical royalty relief program for deep gas drilling 
on existing shallow water tracts.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC58
_______________________________________________________________________




1864. APPEALS OF MINERALS MANAGEMENT SERVICE ORDERS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 242; 30 CFR 290; 43 CFR 4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule streamlines the appeals process to facilitate 
processing appeals within the 33-month deadline required by the Federal 
Oil and Gas Royalty Simplification and Fairness Act of 1996 (RSFA). It 
also implements the requirements of OMB Circular A-25, which 
establishes guidelines for Federal agencies to assess fees to cover the 
costs of Government-provided services or benefits beyond those accruing 
to the general public.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Platte Clark, Senior Appeals Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, 4230 MIB, 1849 C Street NW, 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2394

RIN: 1010-AC80

[[Page 73138]]

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1865. REPORTING AMENDMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2107; 25 USC 396; 30 USC 1023; 30 USC 1751(a); 
30 USC 189; 30 USC 190; 30 USC 359; 31 USC 3716; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 
1334; 43 USC 1801; 44 USC 3506(a); 5 USC 301 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 210; 30 CFR 216; 30 CFR 218

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MMS is amending its regulations to: (1) update reporting 
instructions; (2) eliminate unnecessary report forms; (3) add approved 
information collections previously omitted; (4) remove the extended due 
date for production reports submitted electronically; (5) require 
production reporting on leases and agreements until all production has 
ceased and all inventory has been disposed of; and (6) eliminate 
certain reporting assessments and electronic reporting options.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, 
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC90
_______________________________________________________________________




1866. BLOWOUT PREVENTION FOR PRODUCTION TREE COILED TUBING WORKOVER 
OPERATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule would upgrade blowout prevention requirements for 
well workover operations conducted using coiled tubing while the well-
head production tree is in place.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         06/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC96
_______________________________________________________________________




1867. DATA RELEASE AND DEFINITIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend 30 CFR part 250 by adding a new 
definition revising the existing definition, clarifying or expanding 
certain requirements, and making administrative changes. We are adding 
a new section pertaining to notifying MMS on production status. We are 
reorganizing the forms data release table and adding entries for three 
new forms. We are expanding the requirements pertaining to submitting 
digital data. The proposed rule will provide additional time for 
exploration and development activities through the use of suspensions 
of operations for qualified leases in Alaska.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC99
_______________________________________________________________________




1868. VALUATION OF OIL FROM INDIAN LEASES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 2101 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et 
seq; 30 USC 1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 30 USC 
181 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would modify the regulations that establish royalty 
value for oil produced from Indian leases and create a new form for 
collecting value and differential data. These changes would decrease 
reliance on oil posted prices and make Indian oil royalty valuation 
more consistent with the terms of Indian leases.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/20/95                    60 FR 65610
NPRM                            02/12/98                     63 FR 7089
NPRM Comment Period Extended    04/09/98
NPRM Comment Period End         05/13/98
Supplementary NPRM              01/05/00                    65 FR 10436
Supplementary NPRM Comment 
Period End                      03/19/00
NPRM Comment Period Extended    03/20/00
NPRM Comment Period Extended    11/00/03
Final Action                    12/00/03
Final Action Effective          01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, 
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AD00
_______________________________________________________________________




1869. REDUCTION TO ROYALTY RELIEF IN SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The recently published final rule 1010-AC71 created a process 
for

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certain leases (those that are inadequately helped by our formal relief 
systems) to seek special royalty relief. However overly restrictive 
eligibility criteria may exclude some leases that fulfill statutory 
purposes while redundant criteria may include other leases that do not 
fit statutory purposes. This rule will refine the eligibility criteria 
to include marginal discoveries in the shallow water part of the Gulf 
of Mexico that may offer meaningful conservation or infrastructure 
preservation benefits. The revision will also disallow a royalty relief 
request by a lease or project that does not promote wider program goals 
or is only temporarily unable to benefit from a formal royalty relief 
program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AD02
_______________________________________________________________________




1870. FEDERAL OIL VALUATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 et seq; 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et 
seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 1001 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 210

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would amend the existing rule governing valuation 
for royalty purposes of crude oil produced from Federal leases. These 
changes would refine several technical aspects of this rule relating to 
which published market prices are most appropriate to value crude oil 
not sold at arm's length and what transportation deductions should be 
allowed.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/20/03                    68 FR 50087
NPRM Comment Period End         09/19/03
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    09/26/03                    68 FR 55556
NPRM Comment Period End         11/10/03
Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, 
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AD04
_______________________________________________________________________




1871. FEDERAL GAS VALUATION

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 25 USC 396 et seq; 25 USC 396a et seq; 25 USC 2102 et 
seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would amend the existing rules governing valuation 
for royalty purposes of natural gas produced from Federal leases. In 
evaluating these rules, MMS has identified several issues that warrant 
further public comment. MMS is therefore proposing these amendments in 
an effort to improve the current rule and to correct some technical 
problems.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, 
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AD05
_______________________________________________________________________




1872. [bull] LEASING OF SULPHUR OR OIL AND GAS IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL 
SHELF

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

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking will rewrite the existing rules at 30 CFR 
part 256 to make them clearer. The rule has been reorganized and 
streamlined to better reflect the 5-year and lease sale processes as 
they have evolved since the last rewrite in the 1980's. There are few 
substantive changes to the rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/00/04
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Jane A. Roberts, Paralegal Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 623, 381 Elden Street, 
Herndon, VA 22070
Phone: 703 787-1275

RIN: 1010-AD06

[[Page 73140]]

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Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


Minerals Management Service (MMS)



_______________________________________________________________________




1873. ACCOUNTING RELIEF FOR MARGINAL PROPERTIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1735

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 204

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule allows reporters to seek accounting, reporting, and 
auditing relief for their marginal properties in accordance with 
section 117(c) of the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Management Act of 
1982 as amended by the Federal Oil and Gas Royalty Simplification and 
Fairness Act of 1996.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/21/99                     64 FR 3360
NPRM Comment Period End         03/22/99
Supplementary NPRM              03/31/03                    68 FR 15390
NPRM Comment Period End         05/30/03
Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of 
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 320B2, P.O. Box 25165, 
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC30
_______________________________________________________________________




1874. PLANS AND INFORMATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation: 25 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MMS requires companies to submit for approval their 
exploration and development plans for activities on the Outer 
Continental Shelf. The companies must submit these plans before they 
can begin any activities, except preliminary activities. This rule 
would rewrite the requirements into clearer language and organize them 
into discrete sections by topic, to make them easier to follow.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/17/02                    67 FR 35372
Comment Period Extended         12/13/02                    67 FR 46616
Final Action                    02/00/04
Final Action Effective          03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC47
_______________________________________________________________________




1875. PROPRIETARY TERMS AND DATA DISCLOSURE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250; 30 CFR 251

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would modify the proprietary terms for geophysical 
data and information and any of their derivatives that MMS acquires 
under 30 CFR part 251. We propose to change the beginning of the 
proprietary terms from the date of submission to MMS to the date MMS 
issues the permit. The rule would also allow selective disclosure of 
geological and geophysical data and information and allow selective 
disclosure of data and information generated on a lease to persons with 
a direct interest in issues concerning field determination and royalty 
relief eligibility.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/17/02                    67 FR 46942
NPRM Comment Period End         09/18/02
Final Action                    02/00/04
Final Action Effective          03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC81
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1876. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE FOR OFFSHORE FLOATING 
PRODUCTION FACILITIES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We are proposing to amend our regulations to better address 
floating offshore platforms that, until now, have not been expressly 
covered. This will require a complete rewrite of subpart I to include 
floating production systems. These systems are variously described as 
column-stabilized units; floating production, storage, and offloading 
facilities; tension-leg platforms; spars; etc. We are also 
incorporating into our regulations a body of industry standards 
pertaining to floating productions systems, and this will save the 
public the costs of developing government standards.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/27/01                    66 FR 66851
Comment Period Extended to 3/27/
2002                            02/12/02                     67 FR 6453
Comment Period Extended 5/28/
2002                            03/28/02                    67 FR 14902
Final Action                    02/00/04
Final Action Effective          03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC85
_______________________________________________________________________




1877. RIGHTS-OF-USE AND EASEMENTS AND PIPELINE RIGHTS-OF-WAY

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MMS is proposing to modify requirements governing rights-of-
use and easement and pipeline rights-of-way in the Outer Continental 
Shelf. These changes will increase rental rates for pipeline rights-of-
way and establish

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rentals for rights-of-use and easements. The proposed rule will also 
allow MMS to charge additional payment when the right-of-use and 
easement or the pipeline right-of-way prevents MMS from making the area 
available to other companies for exploration and possible development 
and production. This change is needed because of requests by lessees 
and pipeline right-of-way holders to use large areas outside of the 
area covered by their lease and pipeline right-of-way for accessory 
structures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/24/03                    68 FR 20091
NPRM Comment Period End         05/27/03
Final Action                    12/00/03
Final Action Effective          01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC91
_______________________________________________________________________




1878. DOCUMENT INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE--API 510--PRESSURE VESSEL 
INSPECTION CODE: MAINTENANCE INSPECTION, RATING, REPAIR, AND ALTERATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule proposes adding a document to be incorporated by 
reference into MMS's regulations governing oil and gas and sulphur 
operations in the outer continental shelf (OCS). This revision will 
ensure that lessees use the best available and safest technologies 
while operating in the OCS. The new document, API 510, is titled 
Pressure Inspection Code: Maintenance Inspection, Rating, Repair, and 
Alteration.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/27/01                    66 FR 66848
NPRM Comment Period End         02/25/02
Final Action                    12/00/03
Final Action Effective          01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC95
_______________________________________________________________________




1879. RELIEF OR REDUCTION IN ROYALTY RATES--DEEP GAS PROVISIONS

 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 74 in part II of this issue of 
the Federal Register.

RIN: 1010-AD01
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Minerals Management Service (MMS)



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1880. DEALING WITH SUSTAINED CASING PRESSURE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       07/10/03                    68 FR 41090

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC83
_______________________________________________________________________




1881. DEFINITION OF CONTROL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       08/01/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC88
_______________________________________________________________________




1882. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE--API RP 14F AND API 510

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    07/22/03                    68 FR 43295
Final Action Effective          08/21/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AC89
_______________________________________________________________________




1883. FIXED PLATFORMS--DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/21/03                    68 FR 19352
Final Action Effective          05/21/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AD03

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1884. [bull] INCREASE IN MAXIMUM DAILY CIVIL PENALTY AMOUNT

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

Legal Authority: Pub L 101-380

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will adjust the maximum civil penalty per day per 
violation from $25,000 to $30,000 due to inflation.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/29/03                    68 FR 61622
Final Action Effective          11/28/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior, 
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1600
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1010-AD07
BILLING CODE 4310-05-S
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                          Prerule Stage


Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1885. [bull] ABANDONED MINE RECLAMATION FEES

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

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1232(b)

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 870

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 30, 2004, Final.

Abstract: The Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA) 
created an abandoned mine land reclamation program funded by a fee 
assessed on each ton of coal produced. The fees are placed into a fund 
that is used to reclaim lands and waters adversely impacted by coal 
mining before enactment of SMCRA. The Energy Policy Act of 1992 
requires OSM to transfer interest accumulating on the fund to the 
United Mine Workers of America Combined Benefit Fund for use in paying 
health care benefits for former coal miners unassigned to a specific 
company. The Energy Ploicy Act extended the collection of reclamation 
fees through September 30, 2004, with a requirement that after that 
date the fee must be established at a rate adequate to continue to 
provide for these transfers. This rule will address that requirement, 
including what the transfer amount and new fees should be, what 
operations should pay those fees, how the fees should be assessed, and 
the interval at which the new rate structure should be evaluated.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Danny Lytton, Chief, Branch of Program Policy, 
Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and 
Enforcement, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW, MS 120 -SIB, Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 208-2788
Fax: 202-208-0239
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1029-AC46
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1886. ABANDONED COAL REFUSE SITES

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

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 785; 30 CFR 829; 30 CFR 830; 30 CFR 845; 30 CFR 
870

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OSM intends to propose new rules governing permitting and 
performance standards for the recovery of coal from abandoned coal 
refuse piles. The rules are required to implement section 2503(e) of 
the Energy Policy Act of 1992.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Art Abbs, Birmingham Field Office Director, Department 
of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 
135 Gemini Circle, Suite 215, Homewood, AL 35209
Phone: 205 290-7282
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1029-AB70
_______________________________________________________________________




1887. REVEGETATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 816

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise the topsoil replacement and 
revegetation standards. The revisions will encourage species diversity 
on reclaimed lands, remove a possible impediment to the use of woody 
vegetation in revegetating mined land, and provide similar revegetation 
success standards in both areas of more than 26 inches of precipitation 
and in areas of less than 26 inches of precipitation.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jim Fulton, Chief, Denver Field Division, Department of 
the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 
1999 Broadway, Suite 3320, Denver, CO 80202
Phone: 303 844-1400
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1029-AC02
_______________________________________________________________________




1888. PLACEMENT OF EXCESS SPOIL

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 701; 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 780; 30 CFR 781; 30 CFR 
785; 30 CFR 816; 30 CFR 817

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will establish permit application requirements and 
review procedures for applications that propose to place excess spoil 
from surface coal mining operations into waters of the United States. 
In addition, it will modify the backfilling and grading regulations to 
minimize the creation of excess spoil and it will revise the 
regulations governing surface coal mining operations within 100 feet of 
a perennial or intermittent stream to more closely track the underlying 
statutory provisions.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Dave Hartos, Physical Scientist, Department of the 
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, Three 
Parkway Center, Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Phone: 412 937-2902
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1029-AC04
_______________________________________________________________________




1889. FINANCIAL ASSURANCES

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 780; 30 CFR 784; 30 CFR 800

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We are considering rulemaking to ensure adequate funding for 
the treatment of unanticipated long-term pollutant discharges including 
acid or toxic mine drainage, that develop as a result of surface mining 
operations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/17/02                    67 FR 35070
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/15/02                    67 FR 46617
NPRM                            09/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Dennis Rice, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 10, 
1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2829
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1029-AC05
_______________________________________________________________________




1890. PROCESSING STATE PROGRAM AMENDMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 732

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We are proposing revisions to our regulations governing the 
processing of State program amendments to provide additional assurances 
that the amendments are processed in a timely manner. An approved State 
program amendment allows a State to regulate surface coal mining 
operations within its borders. The existing regulations require us to 
take over an approved State program when the State fails to amend its 
program in a timely manner. This can be disruptive to the mining 
industry, expensive for the Federal Government, and, in many instances, 
unwarranted by the nature of the outstanding amendment. This rule will 
allow OSM to take action that is more appropriate in situations where 
the outstanding amendment does not impair the integrity of the approved 
State Program.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Andy DeVito, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 210 
SIB, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2701
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1029-AC06
_______________________________________________________________________




1891. OWNERSHIP AND CONTROL SETTLEMENT RULE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 701; 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 774; 30 CFR 778; 30 CFR 
843; 30 CFR 847

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The National Mining Association (NMA) challenged the final 
ownership and control rule that we published on December 19, 2000. 
Under the Federal District Court's supervision, we are conducting 
settlement discussions with NMA on 23 issues identified for potential 
litigation. OSM has agreed to publish a proposed rule for public 
comment that addresses the issues agreed to as result of the 
negotiations.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: Federal, State

Agency Contact: Earl Bandy, Department of the Interior, Office of 
Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 2679 Regency Road, 
Lexington, KY 40503
Phone: 303 233-2796
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1029-AC08

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Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE)



_______________________________________________________________________




1892. INDIAN LANDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 700; 30 CFR 740; 30 CFR 750

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OSM regulates mining on Indian lands and the State regulates 
mining on non-Indian lands. OSM proposes to amend its regulations to 
clarify that the definition of ``Indian lands'' at 30 CFR 700.5 
includes individual Indian trust allotments located within an approved 
tribal land consolidation area. The proposed clarification was required 
under the terms of a settlement agreement between the Department of the 
Interior and the Navajo Nation and Hopi Tribe to settle the tribes' 
challenges to a May 1989 Indian lands rulemaking. OSM has developed a 
preliminary draft rule that specifies that allotted lands would qualify 
as Indian lands for purposes of the Surface Mining Control and 
Reclamation Act when OSM determines, on a case-by-case basis, that the 
allotments are supervised by an Indian tribe.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/19/99                     64 FR 8464
NPRM Comment Period End         06/21/99                    64 FR 18585
Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Stephen Sheffield, Chief, Division of Technical 
Support, Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining 
Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 10 SIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, 
DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2883

Vermell Davis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the Interior, Office 
of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 210 SIB, 1951 
Constitution Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2802
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1029-AB83
_______________________________________________________________________




1893. FINANCING ABANDONED MINE LAND RECLAMATION

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq

CFR Citation: 30 CFR 874

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: We published a final rule in February 1999 that would 
conserve abandoned mine land (AML ) funds by allowing incidental coal 
recovered in AML construction projects to be sold to offset the cost of 
reclamation. This reduced the amount of money needed from the AML fund. 
The rule was challenged in court. The court upheld the rule but 
directed us to clarify what types of expenses could be considered in 
determining what qualifies as a Government-financed AML project. This 
rule will clarify the ambiguity created by the discussion in the 
preamble to the 1999 final rule.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

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

Agency Contact: Danny Lytton, Chief, Division of Reclamation Support, 
Department of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and 
Enforcement, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2788
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1029-AC07
BILLING CODE 4310-09-S
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Reclamation (RB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1894. PUBLIC CONDUCT ON RECLAMATION LANDS AND PROJECTS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 460l-31; 43 USC 373b; PL 107-69; 43 USC 373c; 
16 USC 4601-31; . . .

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 423

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule would establish regulations regarding 
public conduct on Reclamation lands and Reclamation projects, waters, 
and real property subject to the administration of Reclamation or in 
its custody. The rule is necessary to ensure the safety of the public, 
Reclamation employees, dams, facilities, and other resources in our 
jurisdiction. This proposed rule would replace an interim rule that we 
issued on April 17, 2002, and extended on April 3, 2003.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gary L. Anderson, Policy Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, D-5500, Building 67, P.O. Box 25007, 
Denver, CO 80225
Phone: 303 445-2891
Fax: 720 544-4131
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1006-AA45

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Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Bureau of Reclamation (RB)



_______________________________________________________________________




1895. TRESPASS ON RECLAMATION LANDS AND FACILITIES

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 423

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/17/02                    67 FR 19092

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Larry Todd
Phone: 202 513-0615
Fax: 202 513-0308

RIN: 1006-AA44
_______________________________________________________________________




1896. PUBLIC CONDUCT ON BUREAU OF RECLAMATION LANDS AND PROJECTS; 
REMOVAL OF EXPIRATION DATE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 423

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    04/03/03                    68 FR 16214

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Gary Anderson
Phone: 303 236-1061

RIN: 1006-AA46
BILLING CODE 4310-84-S
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage


Bureau of Land Management (BLM)



_______________________________________________________________________




1897. SALES--FEDERAL LAND POLICY AND MANAGEMENT ACT

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701; 43 USC 1713

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2710

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend 43 CFR part 2710 to provide for improved 
administration of sales of public land under the Federal Land Policy 
and Management Act. It will add a provision to allow the sale of public 
land to State or local government entities for affordable housing. Such 
sales may be for less than fair market value.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ted Hudson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Room 420, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-5042
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AB77
_______________________________________________________________________




1898. DESERT LAND ENTRIES

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2520

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will transfer much of the regulation on entries of 
desert land to the BLM Manual if the underlying statute is not repealed 
as no longer practical.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, 
DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC56
_______________________________________________________________________




1899. DISPOSAL OF RESERVED MINERALS UNDER THE STOCK RAISING HOMESTEAD 
ACT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 299

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3814

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 13, 1993, Final.

Abstract: This rule will establish new procedures for mineral 
exploration and development under the General Mining Law of 1872 on 
lands where the surface was patented under the Stock Raising Homestead 
Act of 1916 and the mineral estate remains reserved to the Federal 
Government.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Roger Haskins, Mining Law Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., MS 501 LS, 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-0355
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC59
_______________________________________________________________________




1900. MINERAL PATENT APPLICATIONS; ADVERSE CLAIMS, PROTESTS, AND 
CONFLICTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 22 to 54; 43 USC 1201; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3730; 43 CFR 3740; 43 CFR 3820; 43 CFR 3860; 43 
CFR 3870

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise the filing and administrative 
procedures for mineral patent applications. It will also revise the 
procedures for filing adverse claims or protests against mineral patent 
applications and for mineral-in-character challenges to nonmineral land 
entries.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

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Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Barbara Gauthier-Warinner, Mineral Specialist, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street 
NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-0398
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD32
_______________________________________________________________________




1901. GRAZING ADMINISTRATION--EXCLUSIVE OF ALASKA

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 118(d); 43 USC 1701 et seq; 43 USC 1901 et seq; 
43 USC 315 et seq; 7 USC 1012

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will remove provisions for conservation use of 
grazing privileges. These provisions were determined by the Federal 
Circuit Court to be not consistent with the statutory authority of the 
Secretary of the Interior. The rule will also: (1) provide a full force 
and effect provision for grazing decisions; (2) include standards for 
determining socioeconomic impacts of grazing decisions; (3) include a 
provision allowing permittees to claim ownership of range improvements 
under certain circumstances; (4) address circumstances under which a 
grazing permittee may lose his grazing privileges upon conviction of a 
crime; and (5) extend the permit term from 3 to 5 years.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/03/03                     68 FR 9964
NPRM                            12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kenneth M. Visser, Rangeland Management Specialist, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 314 L Street, 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-7743
Fax: 202 452-7709
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD42
_______________________________________________________________________




1902. [bull] RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLANNING

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

Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined

Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 1800

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise procedures relating to resource 
management planning.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism:  Undetermined

Agency Contact: Michael H. Schwartz, Group Manager, Regulatory Affairs, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street 
NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-5198
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD57
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage


Bureau of Land Management (BLM)



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1903. INDIAN ALLOTMENTS

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 25 USC 334; 25 USC 336; 43 USC 1201

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2530

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will convert existing regulations to plain English 
and remove those portions that relate to procedural matters.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/16/96                    61 FR 53887
NPRM Comment Period End         09/13/99                    64 FR 38172
Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, 
DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC77
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1904. PERMITS FOR RECREATION ON PUBLIC LANDS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2930

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would add a section on prohibited acts to the 
regulations on campgrounds and other fee areas to facilitate law 
enforcement at these sites. The rule would also change the maximum term 
for a special recreation permit from 5 years to 10 years.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/01/02                    67 FR 61746
Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Lee Larson, Recreation Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 452-5168
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD45

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1905. WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 6300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would add provisions on use of fixed anchors for 
rock climbing in wilderness areas.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff Jarvis, Wilderness Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 452-5189
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD46
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1906. OIL AND GAS LEASING OPERATIONS; BONDING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 189; 30 USC 359; 43 USC 1732; 43 USC 1733; 43 
USC 1740

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100; 43 CFR 3104; 43 CFR 3154

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule increases minimum bond amounts for individual lease 
bonds and Statewide bonds. It changes BLM's current policy of 
terminating only the period of liability of bonds. Under the new rule, 
we will cancel bonds after determining that all lease obligations are 
met. Finally, the rule clarifies the responsibilities of record title 
holders and operating rights owners. The final rule is based upon a 
portion of a proposed rule published with the RIN 1004-AC94.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/03/98                    63 FR 66840
NPRM Comment Period End         07/19/99
Final Action                    12/00/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ian Senio, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, MS 401, Regulatory Management 
Group (WO-630), MS 401, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-5049
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD56
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions


Bureau of Land Management (BLM)



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1907. LEASES, PERMITS, AND EASEMENTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1732; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2920

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend the existing regulations to provide for 
improved administration of leases, permits and easements under the 
Federal Land Policy and Management Act.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/21/90                    55 FR 48810
NPRM Comment Period End         01/22/91
Second NPRM                     02/09/95                     60 FR 7878
Second NPRM Comment Period End  04/10/95
Final Rule for Minimum Impact 
Land Use Permits Only           06/24/96                    61 FR 32351
Final Rule Effective for Minimum 
Impact Land Use Permits Only    07/24/96
Third NPRM                       To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, 
DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AB51
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1908. COALBED METHANE DEVELOPMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 42 USC 13368

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3170

Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 24, 1995, Final.

Abstract: The rule will implement section 1339 of the Energy Policy Act 
of 1992. It will prevent conflicts in ownership of coalbed methane from 
impeding development of that resource by requiring pooling of 
development and payment of the proceeds into an escrow account until 
the ownership issue is resolved by a State entity of competent 
jurisdiction. The rule will also allow States to avoid the Federal 
regulations by promulgating their own regulations that substantially 
comply with Federal requirements.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/15/95                    60 FR 47920
NPRM Comment Period End         11/14/95
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: David R. Stewart, Mineral Resources, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 7450 Boston Blvd., Springfield, VA 
22153
Phone: 703 440-1728
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC27
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1909. COST RECOVERY; MINERAL FILINGS AND OPERATIONS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 1001 et seq; 30 USC 181 et seq; 30 USC 22; 30 
USC 351 to 360; 31 USC 9701; 43 USC 1734; 50 USC app 565

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CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100; 43 CFR 3200; 43 CFR 3400; 43 CFR 3500; 43 
CFR 3600; 43 CFR 3700; 43 CFR 3800

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend regulations for user fees for locatable 
minerals, mineral materials, and leasable minerals (solids and fluids) 
to adjust current fees or establish new fees in accordance with title V 
of the Independent Offices Appropriations Act of 1952 (user charges), 
OMB Circular A-25 User Charges and section 304 of the Federal Land 
Policy and Management Act of 1976.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/15/00                    65 FR 78440
NPRM Comment Period End         02/13/01
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

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

Agency Contact: Cynthia Ellis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC64
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1910. RIGHTS-OF-WAY, PRINCIPLES AND PROCEDURES; RIGHTS-OF-WAY UNDER THE 
MINERAL LEASING ACT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2800; 43 CFR 2880

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The rule will amend the regulations governing rights-of-way 
issued under both the Federal Land Policy and Management Act and the 
Mineral Leasing Act by revising cost recovery policies and procedures 
and adjusting cost recovery fees to reflect cost increases since the 
current regulations became effective in 1987. The rule will also 
eliminate the automatic exemptions from cost recovery for Federal 
agencies except when they are exempted by law. It will also establish 
policies on paying rent in advance and a financial penalty for paying 
rent late.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/15/99                    64 FR 32106
NPRM Comment Period End         10/13/99
Final Action                    12/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ron Montagna, Realty Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 260, 1849 C Street N.W., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-7782
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC74
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1911. CAREY ACT GRANTS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 641 et seq

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2610

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will update these regulations as they are 
inconsistent with present-day management policies. Application of these 
provisions of the Carey Act is rarely feasible due to limited water and 
suitable lands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/10/96                    61 FR 47725
NPRM Comment Period End         10/10/96
Supplementary NPRM               To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of 
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, 
DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC80
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1912. OIL AND GAS LEASING AND OPERATIONS

Priority: Other Significant

Legal Authority: 30 USC 181 et seq

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will revise BLM's current Federal oil and gas 
leasing and operations regulations, except those concerning drainage 
(section 3100.2-2), combined hydrocarbon leasing (part 3140) and oil 
and gas leasing in the National Petroleum Reserve--Alaska (part 3130). 
The rule will: (1) Cite industry standards and incorporate them by 
reference rather than repeat those standards in the rule; (2) 
incorporate the requirements of the Onshore Oil and Gas Orders and 
national notices to lessees into the regulations to eliminate overlap 
with current regulations; (3) use performance standards in certain 
places instead of prescriptive requirements to allow more flexibility 
for operators and to protect the environment and Federal royalty 
interests; and (4) eliminate redundancies, clarify procedures and 
regulatory requirements and streamline procedures.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/03/98                    63 FR 66840
NPRM Comment Period End         07/19/99                    64 FR 29256
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Local

Agency Contact: Ian Senio, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, MS 401, Regulatory Management 
Group (WO-630), MS 401, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-5049
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC94
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1913. APPEALS PROCEDURES; HEARINGS PROCEDURES

Priority: Info./Admin./Other

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701; 43 USC 1740

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 1840; 43 CFR 1850

Legal Deadline: None

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Abstract: BLM proposes to amend its regulations that govern 
administrative review procedures for protests of proposed decisions 
contested appeals of BLM decisions, and hearings on the record. The 
proposed regulations would provide more consistent procedures for 
administrative review of BLM decisions, and would clarify when and how 
BLM decisions go into effect and whether an appeal will stay the 
effectiveness of a BLM decision.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/17/96                    61 FR 54120
NPRM Comment Period End         01/17/97                    61 FR 58160
Second NPRM                      To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Cynthia Ellis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AC99
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1914. CONSERVATION; HELIUM LEASING

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701 et seq; 50 USC 167

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 16; 43 CFR 3196

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will redesignate, amend, and extend the regulations 
on conservation of helium to facilitate administration and 
implementation of provisions in the Helium Privatization Act. The rule 
will move these regulations to 43 CFR subpart 3196 to consolidate 
helium-related regulations in one area for ease in finding and 
complying with them.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/19/00                    65 FR 79325
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/26/01
NPRM                            10/00/04

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Joseph B. Peterson, Chief, Division of Helium 
Resources, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 
Amarillo Field Office, 801 S. Fillmore, Suite 500, Amarillo, TX 79101
Phone: 806 324-2614

RIN: 1004-AD35
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1915. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS COMPLIANCE

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 USC 1701 et seq

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 1890

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will clarify the respective responsibilities of BLM 
and the holders of various BLM authorizations with regard to releases 
of hazardous materials and other violations of environmental law caused 
by the holder or the holder's operator on public lands.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Cynthia Ellis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD38
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1916. SUPPLEMENTARY RULES FOR PUBLIC DEMONSTRATIONS AT GRAND STAIRCASE-
ESCALANTE NATIONAL MONUMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 43 CFR 8365.1-6

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 8365

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interim final rule would require a permit for public 
demonstrations at Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and 
associated facilities, and establish procedures for obtaining such a 
permit. It would also provide for some locations to be designated as 
open for demonstrations, and others to be closed to protect sensitive 
resources and public health and safety.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/01/00                    65 FR 53516
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period End                      10/02/00
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Small Entities Affected: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Ted Hudson, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, Room 420, 1849 C Street NW., 
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-5042
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD40
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1917. MINING CLAIMS UNDER THE GENERAL MINING LAWS; SURFACE MANAGEMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1280; 30 USC 22; 30 USC 612; 43 USC 1201; 43 
USC 1732; 43 USC 1733; 43 USC 1740; 43 USC 1781; 43 USC 1782

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3809

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will amend existing regulations by removing certain 
provisions of the regulations and restoring others to those in effect 
on January 19, 2001, intending to prevent unnecessary or undue 
degradation of BLM-administered lands by mining operations authorized 
under the mining laws. The approach BLM will take will balance the 
Nation's need to maintain reliable sources of strategic and industrial 
minerals, while ensuring protection of the environment and natural 
resources on public lands. The rule will make the hardrock mining 
regulations consistent with the recommendations of the National 
Research Council and protect the Federal Government from financial risk 
if operators are unable to perform reclamation.

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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/30/01                    66 FR 54863
NPRM Comment Period End         02/15/02
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    04/12/02                    67 FR 17962
NPRM Comment Period End         05/13/02
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael H. Schwartz, Group Manager, Regulatory Affairs, 
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street 
NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-5198
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD53
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1918. WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

Legal Authority: 16 USC 1133; 43 USC 1733; 43 USC 1740; 43 USC 1782

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 6300

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule will add provisions on use of timber on mining 
claims and clarify procedures on issuing patents for mining claims.

Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                             To Be                       Determined

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeff Jarvis, Wilderness Specialist, Department of the 
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 
20240
Phone: 202 452-5189
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD54
_______________________________________________________________________


Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Bureau of Land Management (BLM)



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1919. LOCATION RECORDING AND MAINTENANCE OF MINING CLAIMS AND SITES

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3710; 43 CFR 3730; 43 CFR 3810; 43 CFR 3820; 43 
CFR 3830; 43 CFR 3840; 43 CFR 3850

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/24/03                    68 FR 61045
Final Action Effective          11/24/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Roger Haskins
Phone: 202 452-0355
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD31
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1920. SURFACE MANAGEMENT; SEGREGATED OR WITHDRAWN LANDS

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3809

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn--No further action 
will be taken at this time.     08/01/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Michael H. Schwartz
Phone: 202 452-5198
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1004-AD51
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions


Office of the Secretary (OS)



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1921. WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS

Priority: Other Significant

CFR Citation: 43 CFR 39

Completed:
________________________________________________________________________

Reason                            Date                      FR Cite

________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn--No further action    08/10/03

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: John Haubert
Phone: 202 208-4290
Email: [email protected]

RIN: 1093-AA08
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