[December 13, 2004 (Volume 69, Number 238)] [Unified Agenda] From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [frwais.access.gpo.gov] [DOCID: f:ua041225.wais] [Page 73786-73940] Environmental Protection Agency ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Part XXV ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Semiannual Regulatory Agenda [[Page 73786]] ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) _______________________________________________________________________ ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) 40 CFR Ch. I FRL 7817-1 Fall 2004 Regulatory Agenda AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency. ACTION: Semiannual Regulatory Agenda. _______________________________________________________________________ SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) publishes the Semiannual Regulatory Agenda to update the public about: Regulations and major policies currently under development, Reviews of existing regulations and major policies, and Regulations and major policies completed or canceled since the last Agenda. TO BE PLACED ON THE AGENDA MAILING LIST: If you would like to subscribe, please send an e-mail with your name and address to: ncepimal@one.net, or call 800-490-9198. There is no charge for single copies of the Agenda. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT If you have questions or comments about a particular action, please get in touch with the agency contact listed in each Agenda entry. If you have general questions about or suggestions for improving the Agenda or questions about EPA's decision making process, please contact: Phil Schwartz (1803A), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20460; phone: (202)564-6564; e-mail: schwartz.philip@epa.gov SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Table of Contents 1. What Are EPA's Goals in Developing Regulations and Policies and What Key Principles, Statutes, and Executive Orders Drive Our Rule and Policymaking Process? 2. How Can You Be Involved in EPA's Rule and Policy Making Process? 3. What Actions Are Included in the Agenda and What is the Relationship between the Agenda and Regulatory Plan? 4. How Is the Agenda Organized? 5. What Information Is in Agenda Entries? 6. How Can You Find Out More About EPA Rulemakings? 7. What Special Attention Do We Give to the Impacts of Rules on Small Businesses, Small Governments, and Small Nonprofit Organizations? 8. Acknowledging Those Involved in the Rulemaking Process A. What are EPA's Goals in Developing Regulations and Policies and What Key Principles, Statutes, and Executive Orders Drive Our Rule and Policymaking Process? Our primary objective is to protect human health and the environment. To achieve this objective and ensure that our decisions are cost-effective and fully protective, we conduct high quality scientific, economic, and policy analyses. These analyses are planned and initiated at early stages in the regulatory development process, so that Agency decision makers are well informed of the qualitative and quantitative benefits and costs as they select among alternative approaches. It is also important that we continue to apply new and improved methods to protect the environment, such as: building flexibility into regulations from the very beginning, creating strong partnerships with the regulated community, vigorously engaging in public outreach and involvement, and using effective nonregulatory approaches. Research, testing and adoption of new environmental protection methods is also a central tenet in environmental problem solving. The integration of all these elements via a well managed regulatory development process and a strong commitment to innovative solutions will ensure that we all benefit from significant environmental improvements that are fair, efficient, and protective. Our overall success is measured by our effectiveness in protecting human health and the environment. For a more expansive discussion of our regulatory philosophy and priorities please see our new Statement of Priorities in the FY 2005 Regulatory Plan (epa.gov/regagenda) Besides the fundamental environmental laws authorizing EPA actions such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, there are legal requirements that apply to the issuance of regulations that are generally contained in the Administrative Procedure Act, the Regulatory Flexibility Act as amended by the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act, the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act, the Paperwork Reduction Act, the National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act, and the Congressional Review Act. We also must meet a number of requirements contained in Executive Orders. Of particular significance for EPA rulemakings are Executive Orders 12866 (Regulatory Planning and Review; 58 FR 51735; October 4, 1993), 12898 (Environmental Justice; 59 FR 7629; February 16, 1994 ), 13045 (Children's Health Protection; 62 FR 19885; April 23, 1997), 13132 (Federalism; 64 FR 43255, August 10, 1999), 13175 (Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments; 65 FR 67249, November 9, 2000), and 13211 (Energy; 66 FR 28355, May 22, 2001). You can find information on these laws and Executive Orders through links from www.epa.gov/regagenda. B. How Can You Be Involved in EPA's Rule and Policy Making Process? You can make your voice heard by getting in touch with the contact person provided in each Agenda entry. We urge you to participate as early in the process as possible. You may also participate by commenting on proposed rules that we publish in the Federal Register. To be most effective, comments should contain information and data that support your position, and you also should explain why we should incorporate your suggestion in the rule or non-regulatory action. You can be particularly helpful and persuasive if you provide examples to illustrate your concerns and offer specific alternatives. We believe our actions will be more cost-effective and protective if our development process includes stakeholders working with us to identify the most practical and effective solutions to problems and we stress this point most strongly in all of our training programs for rule and policy developers. Democracy gives real power to individual citizens, but with that power comes responsibility. Democracy is not a spectator sport. We urge you to become involved in EPA's rule and policymaking process. C. What Actions Are Included in the Agenda and What is the Relationship Between the Agenda and Regulatory Plan? EPA includes regulations and certain major policy documents in the Agenda. [[Page 73787]] We generally do not include minor amendments or the following categories of actions: Administrative actions such as delegations of authority, changes of address or phone numbers. Under the Clean Air Act: Revisions to State Implementation Plans; Equivalent Methods for Ambient Air Quality Monitoring; Deletions from the New Source Performance Standards source categories list; Delegations of Authority to States; Area Designations for Air Quality Planning Purposes. Under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act: Decision documents defining and establishing registration standards; decision documents and termination decisions for the Special Review Registration process; and data call-in requests made under section 3(c)(2)(B). Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act: : Actions regarding pesticide tolerances and food additive regulations, including the tolerance reassessment process. Under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act: Authorization of State solid waste management plans; hazardous waste delisting petitions. Under the Clean Water Act: State Water Quality Standards; deletions from the section 307(a) list of toxic pollutants; suspensions of toxic testing requirements under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES); delegations of NPDES authority to States. Under the Safe Drinking Water Act: Actions on State underground injection control programs. There is no legal significance to the omission of an item from the Agenda. The Regulatory Plan, which is required by EO 12866, is published along with the fall edition of the Regulatory Agenda. The Plan includes a limited number of EPA actions, typically 20-45, which will be published during the current fiscal year and which are the centerpieces of our regulatory priorities. Plan entries include all of the information included in Agenda entries described in section E, below, as well as additional information about alternatives, the need for a federal solution, costs, benefits, and risks. EPA's and other agencies' Regulatory Plans are published together in Part 2 of the Federal Register on the same day that the Regulatory Agenda is published. To save money we do not include detailed information on actions that are included in the Plan in the Regulatory Agenda itself; rather, we cross-reference the Plan entries. D. How Is the Agenda Organized? We have organized the Agenda: First, into fourteen divisions based on the law that would authorize a particular action. These divisions are: 1. General, which includes cross-cutting actions, such as rules authorized by multiple statutes and general acquisition rules 2. The Clean Air Act (CAA) 3. The Atomic Energy Act (AEA) 4. The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) 5. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) 6. The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) 7. The Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) 8. Chemical Safety Information, Site Security and Fuels Regulatory Relief Act 9. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 10. The Oil Pollution Act (OPA) 11. The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act Superfund (CERCLA) 12. The Clean Water Act (CWA) 13. The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) 14. The Shore Protection Act (SPA) Second, by the current stage of development. The stages are: 1. Prerulemaking - Prerulemaking actions are generally intended to determine whether EPA should initiate rulemaking. Prerulemakings may include anything that influences or leads to rulemaking, such as advance notices of proposed rulemaking (ANPRMs), significant studies or analyses of the possible need for regulatory action, announcement of reviews of existing regulations required under section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act, requests for public comment on the need for regulatory action, or important preregulatory policy proposals. 2. Proposed Rule - This section includes EPA rulemaking actions that are within a year of proposal (publication of Notices of Proposed Rulemakings (NPRMs)). 3. Final Rule - This section includes rules that will be issued as a final rule within a year. 4. Long-Term Action - This section includes rulemakings for which the next scheduled regulatory action is after October 2005. 5. Completed Action - This section contains actions that have been promulgated and published in the Federal Register since publication of the Spring 2004Agenda. It also includes actions that we are no longer considering. If an action appears in the completed section, it will not appear in future Agendas unless we decide to initiate action again, in which case it will appear as a new entry. EPA also announces the results of our Regulatory Flexibility Act section 610 reviews in this section of the Agenda. Third, by the Regulation Identifier Number (RIN) which is assigned when an action first appears in the Agenda. The RIN has two parts: the first part corresponds to the lead sub-agency within EPA (e.g.2040 stands for the Office of Water, 2060 for the Office of Air and Radiation); the second part corresponds to the order in which actions were added to the Agenda. E. What Information Is in Agenda Entries? Agenda entries include the following information, where applicable: Sequence Number: This indicates where the entry appears in the Agenda. Title: Titles for new entries (those that have not appeared in previous Agendas) are preceded by a bullet (). The notation ``Section 610 Review'' follows the title if we are reviewing the rule as part of our periodic review of existing rules under section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 610). Priority: Entries are placed into one of five categories described below. OMB reviews all significant rules including both of the first two categories, ``economically significant'' and ``other significant'' . Economically Significant: Under Executive Order 12866, a rulemaking action that may have an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the [[Page 73788]] environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or tribal governments or communities. Other Significant: A rulemaking that is not economically significant but is considered significant for other reasons. This category includes rules that may: 1. Create a serious inconsistency or otherwise interfere with an action taken or planned by another agency; 2. Materially alter the budgetary impact of entitlements, grants, user fees, or loan programs or the rights and obligations of recipients; or 3. Raise novel legal or policy issues arising out of legal mandates, the President's priorities, or the principles in Executive Order 12866. Substantive, Nonsignificant: A rulemaking that has substantive impacts but is neither Significant, nor Routine and Frequent, nor Informational/Administrative/Other. Routine and Frequent: A rulemaking that is a specific case of a recurring application of a regulatory program in the Code of Federal Regulations (e.g., certain State Implementation Plans, National Priority List updates, Significant New Use Rules, State Hazardous Waste Management Program actions, and Tolerance exemptions). If an action that would normally be classified Routine and Frequent is reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget under E.O. 12866, then we would classify the action as either ``Economically Significant'' or ``Other Significant.'' Informational/Administrative/Other: An action that is primarily informational or pertains to an action outside the scope of EO 12866. Also, if we believe that a rule may be ``major'' as defined in the Congressional Review Act (5 U.S.C. 801, et seq.) because it is likely to result in an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or meets other criteria specified in this law, we indicate this under the ``Priority'' heading with the statement ``Major under 5 U.S.C. 801.'' Legal Authority: The sections of the United States Code (U.S.C.), Public Law (P.L.), Executive Order (E.O.), or common name of the law that authorizes the regulatory action. CFR Citation: The sections of the Code of Federal Regulations that would be affected by the action. Legal Deadline: An indication of whether the rule is subject to a statutory or judicial deadline, the date of that deadline, and whether the deadline pertains to a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, a Final Action, or some other action. Abstract: A brief description of the problem the action will address. Timetable:The dates (and citations) that documents for this action were published in the Federal Register and, where possible, a projected date for the next step. Projected publication dates frequently change during the course of developing an action. The projections in the Agenda are our best estimates as of the date we submit the Agenda for publication. For some entries, the timetable indicates that the date of the next action is ``to be determined.'' Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Indicates whether EPA has prepared or anticipates that it will be preparing a regulatory flexibility analysis under section 603 or 604 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA). Generally, such an analysis is required for proposed or final rules subject to the RFA that EPA believes may have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. Small Entities Affected: Indicates whether we expect the rule to have any effect on small businesses, small governments, or small nonprofit organizations Government Levels Affected: Indicates whether we expect the rule to have any effect on levels of government and, if so, whether the governments are State, local, tribal, or Federal. Federalism Implications: Indicates whether the action is expected to have substantial direct effects on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. Unfunded Mandates: Section 202 of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act generally requires an assessment of anticipated costs and benefits if a rule includes a mandate that may result in expenditures of more than $100 million in any one year by State, local, and Tribal governments, in the aggregate, or by the private sector. If we expect to exceed this $100 million threshold, we note it in this section. Energy Impacts: Indicates whether the action is a significant energy action under Executive Order 13211. Agency Contact: The name, address, phone number, and e-mail address, if available, of a person who is knowledgeable about the regulation. SAN Number: An identification number that EPA uses to track rulemakings and other actions under development.. URLs: For some of our actions we include the Internet addresses for: reading copies of rulemaking documents; submitting comments on proposals; and getting more information about the rulemaking and the program of which it is a part. (Note: to submit comments on proposals, you can go to our electronic docket which is at: epa.gov/edocket. Once there, to get into the edocket for a particular rule you will need the edocket identification number. We include this number in the additional information section of Agenda entries that have already been proposed.) RIN: The Regulatory Identifier Number is used by OMB to identify and track rulemakings. The first four digits of the RIN stand for the EPA office with lead responsibility for developing the action. F. How Can You Find Out More About EPA Rulemakings? 1. Public Dockets When EPA publishes either an advance notice of proposed rulemaking or a notice of proposed rulemaking in the Federal Register, the Agency may establish an official docket to accumulate materials throughout the development process for that rulemaking. The official docket serves as the repository for the collection of documents or information related to a particular agency action or activity. EPA most commonly uses dockets for rulemaking actions, but dockets may also be used for Regulatory Flexibility Act section 610 reviews of rules with significant impacts on a substantial number of small entities and various non-rulemaking activities, such as Federal Register documents seeking public comments on draft guidance, policy statements, information collection requests under the Paperwork Reduction Act, and other non-rule activities. In 2002, EPA released its online electronic docket and comment system, EDOCKET at www.epa.gov/edocket. [[Page 73789]] 2. EPA Websites Some of the actions listed in the Agenda include a URL that provides additional information. 3. Regulatory Agenda Databases and Search Engines If you have access to the Internet you can use databases and their accompanying search engines developed by the EPA and the Regulatory Information Service Center (RISC) at the General Services Administration to help you locate actions that are of interest to you. The EPA Regulatory Agenda search engine is located at www.epa.gov/regAgenda. We thoroughly update this database each spring and fall and we partially update it several other times during the year. RISC's searchable databases are at 4. Appendices to the Agenda There are five appendices that provide: a. A list of the existing rules that we are reviewing under section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility Act b. A list of actions that may have a significant impact on a substantial number of small businesses, small governments, or small non-profit organizations c. A list of actions that may have some impact on some small businesses, small governments, or small non-profit organizations but which may either have less than a significant impact or affect fewer than a substantial number of them d. A list of actions that may affect State, local, or tribal governments e. A list of actions that may have federalism implications as defined in Executive Order 13132 There is a sixth appendix included in the Unified Regulatory Agenda, a subject matter index. This appendix is not included in EPA's Agenda reprints for reasons of costs and because of the availability of the search engines described in 3, immediately above. 5. The Regulatory Agenda Collection in the EPA History Office has a complete collection of Regulatory Agendas and related materials. A list of the contents including exact citations for all Agendas is at: 6. Listservers If you want to get automatic e-mails about areas of particular interest, we maintain 12 collections including: a. Air b. Water c. Wastes and emergency response d. Pesticides e. Toxic substances f. Right-to-know and toxic release inventory g. Environmental impacts h. Endangered species i. Meetings j. The Science Advisory Board k. Daily full-text notices with page numbers, and l. General information. For more information and to subscribe via our FR Web site, visit: http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/subscribe. If you have e-mail without full Internet access, please send an e-mail to envsubset@epa.gov to request instructions for subscribing to the EPA Federal Register listservers G. What Special Attention Do We Give to the Impacts of Rules on Small Businesses, Small Governments, and Small Nonprofit Organizations? For each of our rulemakings we consider whether there will be any adverse impact on any small entity. We attempt to fit the regulatory requirements, to the extent feasible, to the scale of the businesses, organizations, and governmental jurisdictions subject to the regulation. Under RFA/SBREFA, the Agency must prepare a formal analysis of the potential negative impacts on small entities, convene a Small Business Advocacy Review Panel (proposed rule stage), and prepare a Small Entity Compliance Guide (final rule stage) unless the Agency certifies a rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. For more detailed information about the Agency's policy and practice with respect to implementing RFA/SBREFA, please visit the RFA/SBREFA website at http://www.epa.gov/sbrefa/. See Appendix B at the end of the Agenda, ``Index to Environmental Protection Agency Entries for which a Regulatory Flexibility Analysis is Required'' for a list of these rules. See Appendix C for a list of the rules that may affect small entities, but which we do not expect will have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of them. The Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA ) section 610 requires that an agency review, within 10 years of promulgation, each rule that has or will have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities (SISNOSE). EPA has established an official public docket for each of our 610 Reviews. The official public docket is the collection of materials that is available for public viewing at the docket facility. An electronic version of the public docket is available through EPA's electronic public docket and comment system, EPA Dockets. You may use EPA Dockets at http://www.epa.gov/edocket to submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the official public docket, and to access those documents in the public docket that are available electronically. Once in the system, select ``search,'' then key in the appropriate docket ID number. Certain types of information will not be placed in the EPA Dockets. Information claimed as confidential business information (CBI) and other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute, which is not included in the official public docket, will not be available for public viewing in EPA's electronic public docket. EPA's policy is that copyrighted material will not be placed in EPA's electronic public docket but will be available only in printed, paper form in the official public docket. To the extent feasible, publicly available docket materials will be made available in EPA's electronic public docket. When a document is selected from the index list in EPA Dockets, the system will identify whether the document is available for viewing in EPA's electronic public docket. Although not all docket materials may be available electronically, you may still access any of the publicly available docket materials through the docket facility identified above. EPA intends to work towards providing electronic access to all of the publicly available docket materials through EPA's electronic public docket. Unless otherwise indicated, please direct your comments to the identified Docket ID number for the specific 610 Review item. For these 610 Reviews, please DO NOT submit CBI or information that is otherwise protected by statute. You may submit comments electronically, by mail, or through hand delivery/courier using one of the following methods: 1. Electronically. If you submit an electronic comment as prescribed below, EPA recommends that you include your name, mailing address, and an e-mail address or other contact information in the body of your comment. Also include this contact information on the outside of any disk or CD ROM you submit, and in any [[Page 73790]] cover letter accompanying the disk or CD ROM. This ensures that you can be identified as the submitter of the comment and allows EPA to contact you in case EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties or needs further information on the substance of your comment. EPA's policy is that EPA will not edit your comment, and any identifying or contact information provided in the body of a comment will be included as part of the comment that is placed in the official public docket, and made available in EPA's electronic public docket. If EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, EPA may not be able to consider your comment. i. EPA Dockets. Your use of EPA's electronic public docket to submit comments to EPA electronically is EPA's preferred method for receiving comments. Go directly to EPA Dockets at http://www.epa.gov/edocket, and follow the online instructions for submitting comments. Once in the system, select ``search,'' and then key in the appropriate Docket ID number. The system is an ``anonymous access'' system, which means EPA will not know your identity, e-mail address, or other contact information unless you provide it in the body of your comment. ii. Disk or CD ROM. You may submit comments on a disk or CD ROM that you mail to the mailing address identified below. These electronic submissions will be accepted in WordPerfect or ASCII file format. Avoid the use of special characters and any form of encryption. iii. Federal eRulemaking Portal: : http://www.regulations.gov . Follow the on-line instructions for submitting comments. 2. By Mail. Send your comments, identified by the appropriate Docket ID number, to: EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), Environmental Protection Agency, Mailcode: 2822, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 20460. 3. By Hand Delivery or Courier. Deliver your comments, identified by the appropriate Docket ID number, to: EPA Docket Center (EPA/DC), EPA West, Room B102, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW, Washington, DC. The EPA Docket Center Public Reading Room is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The telephone number for the Reading Room is (202) 566-1742. Such deliveries are only accepted during the Docket's normal hours of operation as identified below. For public commenters, it is important to note that EPA's policy is that public comments, whether submitted electronically or on paper, will be made available for public viewing in EPA's electronic public docket as EPA receives them and without change, unless the comment contains copyrighted material, CBI, or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. When EPA identifies a comment containing copyrighted material, EPA will provide a reference to that material in the version of the comment that is placed in EPA's electronic public docket. The entire printed comment, including the copyrighted material, will be available in the public docket. Public comments submitted on computer disks that are mailed or delivered to the docket will be transferred to EPA's electronic public docket. Public comments that are mailed or delivered to the docket will be scanned and placed in EPA's electronic public docket. Where practical, physical objects will be photographed, and the photograph will be placed in EPA's electronic public docket along with a brief description written by the docket staff. Please ensure that your comments are submitted within the specified comment period. Comments received after the close of the comment period will be marked ``late.'' EPA is not required to consider these late comments. For these actions, please DO NOT submit CBI or information that is otherwise protected by statute. H. Acknowledging Those Involved in the Rulemaking Process Finally, I would like to thank the members of the public who have taken the time to get involved in the rulemaking process. Experience has taught us that we must listen to and involve our stakeholders if we hope to fully understand the issues and develop effective, efficient solutions to the problems we face. Over the years you, the public, have submitted an enormous number of comments on our rulemakings. We have heard all and adopted many. Protecting human health and the environment which makes life possible is one of our most important quests. Thank you for joining in this endeavor. Dated: October 12, 2004. Jessica L. Furey, Associate Administrator, Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation. GENERAL--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3021 SAN No. 4292 Proposed Revision to EPA's Implementing NEPA Regulations................. 2020-AA42 3022 SAN No. 4319 Revisions to Acquisition Regulation Concerning Conflict of Interest...... 2030-AA67 3023 SAN No. 4904 Security Requirements for Toxic Substances Control Act Confidential 2030-AA88 Business Information Access for Contractors........................................... 3024 SAN No. 4903 Award Term Contracting................................................... 2030-AA89 3025 SAN No. 4931 Accessibility Standards for Contract Deliverables (508).................. 2030-AA90 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 73791]] GENERAL--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3026 SAN No. 3580 Incorporation of Class Deviations Into EPAAR............................. 2030-AA37 3027 SAN No. 4270 Cross-Media Electronic Reporting (ER) and Recordkeeping Rule (CROMERRR) 2025-AA07 (Reg Plan Seq No. 141)................................................................ 3028 SAN No. 4693 Privacy Act Regulations (Revised)........................................ 2025-AA13 3029 SAN No. 4813 Miscellaneous Revisions to EPAAR Clauses................................. 2030-AA84 3030 SAN No. 3671 Guidelines for Carcinogen Risk Assessment................................ 2080-AA06 3031 SAN No. 4925 Technical Amendments to the Federal Policy for the Protection of Human 2080-AA11 Subjects.............................................................................. 3032 SAN No. 4536 Project XL Site Specific Rulemaking for NASA White Sands Test Facility 2090-AA27 Electronic Reporting in Las Cruces, New Mexico (Phases I and II)...................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. GENERAL--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3033 SAN No. 4056 Utilization of Small, Minority and Women's Business Enterprises in 2020-AA39 Procurement Under Assistance Agreements............................................... 3034 SAN No. 3240 Public Information and Confidentiality Regulations....................... 2025-AA02 3035 SAN No. 4902 Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) FY 2003 Report to Congress............ 2060-AM73 3036 SAN No. 4463 Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic (PBT) Pollutants Strategy......... 2070-AD45 3037 SAN 4836. Project XL Site Specific Rulemaking for the NASA White Sands Test Facility 2090-AA35 in Las Cruces, New Mexico (Phases III-VI)............................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GENERAL--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3038 SAN No. 4747 Implementation of Authority To Appoint Research Scientists Under 42 USC.. 2030-AA83 3039 SAN No. 4191 Revision to EPAAR 1552.211-73, Level of Effort........................... 2030-AA64 3040 SAN No. 4733 Background Investigations for Contractors Performing Services Onsite..... 2030-AA80 3041 SAN No. 4742 Continuation of Implementing the Empowerment Initiative.................. 2030-AA81 3042 SAN No. 4814 On-Site and Off-Site Background Checks Performed by EPA and Contractors.. 2030-AA85 3043 SAN No. 4812 Contract Bundling Requirements........................................... 2030-AA86 3044 SAN No. 4761 Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) FY 2002 Report to Congress............ 2060-AK79 3045 SAN No. 3538 Intent To Evaluate Whether the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Continues To 2060-AM60 Comply With the 40 CFR Part 191 Disposal Regulations and the 40 CFR Part 194 Compliance Criteria................................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLEAN AIR ACT (CAA)--Prerule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3046 SAN No. 4759 Revision to Policy on Control of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)........ 2060-AK75 3047 SAN No. 4699 Request for Comments on Potentially Inadequate Monitoring in Clean Air 2060-AM63 Applicable Requirements and on Methods To Improve Such Monitoring..................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLEAN AIR ACT (CAA)--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3048 SAN No. 4266 Review National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Carbon Monoxide........ 2060-AI43 3049 SAN No. 3649 Amendments to Method 24 (Water-Based Coatings)........................... 2060-AF72 [[Page 73792]] 3050 SAN No. 4070 General Conformity Regulations; Revisions................................ 2060-AH93 3051 SAN No. 3751 NSPS and Emission Guidelines for Other Solid Waste Incinerators.......... 2060-AG31 3052 SAN No. 3975 Review of New Sources and Modifications in Indian Country................ 2060-AH37 3053 SAN No. 4752 Clean Air Fine Particle Implementation Rule (Reg Plan Seq No. 118)....... 2060-AK74 3054 SAN No. 4119 Performance Specification 16 - Specifications and Test Procedures for 2060-AH84 Predictive Emission Monitoring Systems in Stationary Sources.......................... 3055 SAN No. 4478 Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources: Municipal Solid 2060-AJ41 Waste Landfills: Amendment............................................................ 3056 SAN No. 4310 NESHAP: Printing and Publishing Industry; Amendments..................... 2060-AI66 3057 SAN No. 4585 Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry NESHAP: Amendment to Implement 2060-AJ78 Court Remand.......................................................................... 3058 SAN No. 4654 NESHAP: Ethylene Oxide for Sterilization Facilities--Residual Risk 2060-AK09 Standards............................................................................. 3059 SAN No. 4655 NESHAP: Gasoline Distribution (Stage I) Residual Risk Standards.......... 2060-AK10 3060 SAN No. 4660 NESHAP: Industrial Process Cooling Towers Residual Risk Standards........ 2060-AK16 3061 SAN No. 4662 NESHAP: Perchloroethylene Dry Cleaning Facilities Residual Risk Standards 2060-AK18 3062 SAN No. 4669 NESHAP: Magnetic Tape Manufacturing Operations Residual Risk Standard.... 2060-AK23 3063 SAN No. 4712 NESHAP: Hazardous Organic NESHAP (HON) Amendments........................ 2060-AK49 3064 SAN No. 4750 National Emission Standards for Chromium Emissions From Hard and 2060-AK72 Decorative Chromium Electroplating and Chromium Anodizing Tanks--Residual Risk Standards............................................................................. 3065 SAN No. 4782 Petition to Delist Hazardous Air Pollutant : 4,4'-Methylene Diphenyl 2060-AK84 Diisocyanate.......................................................................... 3066 SAN No. 4659 NESHAP: Hazardous Organic NESHAP (HON) Residual Risk Standards........... 2060-AK14 3067 SAN No. 4309 National VOC Emission Standards for Consumer Products; Proposed 2060-AI62 Amendments............................................................................ 3068 SAN No. 4748 Control of Hazardous Air Pollutants From Mobile Sources.................. 2060-AK70 3069 SAN No. 4697 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Adjusting Allowances for Class I 2060-AK45 Substances for Export to Article 5 Countries.......................................... 3070 SAN No. 4542 Federal Implementation Plan (FIP) for the Billings/Laurel, Montana Sulfur 2008-AA00 Dioxide (SO2) Area.................................................................... 3071 SAN No. 3262 Inspection/Maintenance Recall Requirements............................... 2060-AE22 3072 SAN No. 4421 Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Regulations: Revisions.................... 2060-AJ25 3073 SAN No. 4570 Control of Air Pollution From Motor Vehicles and Engines: Alternative Low- 2060-AJ72 Sulfur Highway Diesel Fuel Transition Program for Alaska.............................. 3074 SAN 4547. Modification of Authority to Grant Alternative Method Approvals............. 2060-AJ83 3075 SAN No. 4584 Performance Specifications for Continuous Parameter Monitoring Systems... 2060-AJ86 3076 SAN No. 4621 Control of Hazardous Air Pollutants From Mobile Sources: Default Baseline 2060-AJ97 Revision.............................................................................. 3077 SAN No. 4632 Modification of Anti-dumping Baselines for Gasoline Produced or Imported 2060-AK02 for Use in Hawaii, Alaska and the U.S. Territories.................................... 3078 SAN No. 4811 Transportation Conformity Rule Amendments for New 8-Hour Ozone and PM2.5 2060-AL73 National Ambient Air Quality Standards................................................ 3079 SAN No. 4793 Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New 2060-AL75 Source Review (NSR): Allowables Plantwide Applicability Limit (PAL), Aggregation, and Debottlenecking (Reg Plan Seq No. 119)................................................ 3080 SAN No. 4796 Section 126 Rule: Withdrawal of Findings for Sources in Michigan......... 2060-AL83 3081 SAN No. 4802 Amendments to Leather Finishing NESHAP................................... 2060-AL89 3082 SAN No. 4804 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone; Allowance System for Controlling HCFC 2060-AL90 Production, Import and Export; Correction............................................. 3083 SAN No. 4808 Amendments to the NESHAP for Cellulose Products Manufacturing............ 2060-AL91 3084 SAN No. 4809 Control of Emissions of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: On-Board 2060-AL92 Diagnostic Requirements for Heavy-Duty Engines and Vehicles Above 14,000 Pounds and In- Use, Not-to-Exceed Emission Standard Test............................................. 3085 SAN No. 4819 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Process for Exempting Emergency Uses 2060-AL94 of Methyl Bromide..................................................................... 3086 SAN No. 4829 5-Year Review of MACT Standards for Large MWC............................ 2060-AL97 3087 SAN No. 4830 Alternative Work Practice for Leak Detection and Repair.................. 2060-AL98 3088 SAN No. 4871 Control of Emissions From New Locomotives and New Marine Diesel Engines 2060-AM06 Less Than 30 Liters per Cylinder...................................................... 3089 SAN No. 4846 NESHAP: Municipal Solid Waste Landfills--Amendments...................... 2060-AM08 3090 SAN No. 4856 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Amendments to the Section 608 Leak 2060-AM09 Repair Regulations.................................................................... 3091 SAN No. 4851 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Restriction on the Sales of Pre- 2060-AM15 Charged Split Systems................................................................. 3092 SAN No. 4875 NESHAP: Area Source Standards -- Oil and Natural Gas Production.......... 2060-AM16 3093 SAN No. 4849 Petition To Delist a Hazardous Air Pollutant From Section 112 of the 2060-AM20 Clean Air Act: Methyl Isobutyl Ketone (MIBK).......................................... 3094 SAN No. 4854 Amendments to Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program Requirements To 2060-AM21 Address New 8-Hour Ozone Standard..................................................... [[Page 73793]] 3095 SAN No. 4848 NESHAP: Total Facility Low Risk Determination (TFLRD) for Residual Risk.. 2060-AM22 3096 SAN No. 4867 NESHAP: Hydrochloric Acid Production Amendments.......................... 2060-AM25 3097 SAN No. 4865 Strategy for Addressing Air Emissions From Animal Feeding Operations..... 2060-AM26 3098 SAN No. 4853 Requirements for Transmix Processing and Blending Under the Reformulated 2060-AM27 Gasoline and Gasoline Sulfur Rules.................................................... 3099 SAN No. 4864 NESHAP: Surface Coating of Metal Cans--Amendments........................ 2060-AM28 3100 SAN No. 4866 NESHAP: Site Remediation: Amendments..................................... 2060-AM30 3101 SAN No. 4868 Proposal To Exempt Area Sources Subject to NESHAPs From Federal and State 2060-AM31 Operating Permit Programs............................................................. 3102 SAN No. 4880 Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles and New Motor Vehicle 2060-AM32 Engines: Amendments to Evaporative Emissions Regulations and Technical Amendments..... 3103 SAN No. 4881 Prevention of Significant Deterioration for Nitrogen Oxides.............. 2060-AM33 3104 SAN No. 4882 Control of Emissions From Spark-Ignition Engines and Fuel Systems From 2060-AM34 Marine Vessels and Small Equipment.................................................... 3105 SAN No. 4891 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Miscellaneous 2060-AM43 Organic Chemical Manufacturing; Amendments............................................ 3106 SAN No. 4885 Flexible Air Permit Rule................................................. 2060-AM45 3107 SAN No. 4905 National Volatile Organic Compound Emission Standards for Architectural 2060-AM47 Coatings--Amendments.................................................................. 3108 SAN No. 4899 Control of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel Lubricity........................ 2060-AM48 3109 SAN No. 4916 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone; Refrigerant Recycling; Certification 2060-AM49 of Recovery and Recovery/Recycling Equipment Intended for Use With Substitute Refrigerants.......................................................................... 3110 SAN No. 4893 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Allocation of Essential Use Allowances 2060-AM50 for Calendar Year 2005................................................................ 3111 SAN No. 4901 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Modifications to the Technician 2060-AM55 Certification Requirements Under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act..................... 3112 SAN No. 4894 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Extension of the Laboratory and 2060-AM56 Analytical Use Exemption for Essential Class I Ozone Depleting Substances............. 3113 SAN No. 4676 Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New 2060-AM62 Source Review (NSR): Routine Maintenance, Repair and Replacement (RMRR); Maintenance and Repair Amendments................................................................. 3114 SAN No. 4599 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Substitutes for Ozone- 2060-AM65 Depleting Substances: N-Propyl Bromide (Coatings)..................................... 3115 SAN No. 4889 Area Source NESHAP for Stainless and Nonstainless Steel Electric Arc 2060-AM71 Furnace (EAF) Manufacturing........................................................... 3116 SAN No. 4908 NESHAP: General Provisions--Amendments................................... 2060-AM75 3117 SAN No. 4909 NESHAP: Integrated Iron and Steel; Amendments............................ 2060-AM76 3118 SAN No. 4911 NESHAP: Plywood and Composite Wood Products--Amendments.................. 2060-AM78 3119 SAN No. 4912 New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for Stationary Combustion 2060-AM79 Turbines.............................................................................. 3120 SAN No. 4913 New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for Electric Utility Steam 2060-AM80 Generating Units and Industrial and Commercial Boilers................................ 3121 SAN No. 4914 New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for Reciprocating Internal 2060-AM81 Combustion Compression Ignition Engines............................................... 3122 SAN No. 4919 NESHAP: Coke Ovens: Pushing, Quenching, and Battery Stacks; Amendments... 2060-AM83 3123 SAN No. 4927 NESHAP: Iron and Steel Foundries; Amendments............................. 2060-AM85 3124 SAN No. 4929 NESHAP: Taconite Iron Ore Processing; Amendments......................... 2060-AM87 3125 SAN No. 4934 Part 63 General Provisions--Response to Petition to Reconsider........... 2060-AM89 3126 SAN No. 4940 Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Non-Attainment New 2060-AM91 Source Review (NSR): Reconsideration of Inclusion of Fugitive Emissions............... 3127 SAN No. 4933 Federal Implementation Plans to Reduce Interstate Transport of Fine 2060-AM93 Particulate Matter and Ozone.......................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. CLEAN AIR ACT (CAA)--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3128 SAN No. 4315 Source-Specific Federal Implementation Plan for Navajo Generating 2009-AA00 Station; Navajo Nation................................................................ 3129 SAN No. 3569 Source-Specific Federal Implementation Plan for Navajo Generating 2009-AA01 Station; Four Corners Power Plant..................................................... [[Page 73794]] 3130 SAN No. 4768 Amendment to Subparts H and I for Emissions of Radionuclides Other Than 2060-AK81 Radon From DOE Facilities............................................................. 3131 SAN No. 3470 Revision to the Guideline on Air Quality Models (Appendix W to 40 CFR 2060-AK60 Part 51): Adoption of a Preferred General Purpose (Flat and Complex Terrain) Dispersion Model and Other Revisions.................................................. 3132 SAN No. 4683 Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds-- 2060-AK37 Exclusion of 4 Compounds.............................................................. 3133 SAN No. 2915 Methods for Measurement of Visible Emissions--Addition of Methods 203A, 2060-AF83 203B, and 203C to Appendix M of Part 51............................................... 3134 SAN No. 3900 Addition of Method 207 to Appendix M of 40 CFR Part 51 Method for 2060-AG88 Measuring Isocyanates in Stationary Source Emissions.................................. 3135 SAN No. 4625 Clean Air Ozone Implementation Rule (Part 1 and Part 2) (Reg Plan Seq No. 2060-AJ99 128).................................................................................. 3136 SAN No. 3380 NSPS: SOCMI--Wastewater and Amendment to Appendix C of Part 63 and 2060-AE94 Appendix J of Part 60................................................................. 3137 SAN No. 3958 Amendments to Standard of Performance for New Stationary Sources; 2060-AH23 Monitoring Requirements (40 CFR Part 60, Appendix F, Procedure 3)..................... 3138 SAN No. 4555 Electric Arc Furnace NSPS Amendment...................................... 2060-AJ68 3139 SAN No. 4161 Update of Continuous Instrumental Test Methods........................... 2060-AK61 3140 SAN No. 4313 Petitions to Delist Hazardous Air Pollutants: MEK........................ 2060-AI72 3141 SAN No. 4571 Clean Air Mercury Rule--Electric Utility Steam Generating Units (Reg Plan 2060-AJ65 Seq No. 127).......................................................................... 3142 SAN No. 4620 National Emission Standards for Coke Oven Batteries--Residual Risk 2060-AJ96 Standards............................................................................. 3143 SAN No. 4713 NESHAP for Primary Aluminum Reduction Plants; Amendments................. 2060-AK50 3144 SAN No. 4714 NESHAP for Petroleum Refineries: Catalytic Cracking Units, Catalytic 2060-AK51 Reforming Units, and Sulfur Recovery Units; Amendments................................ 3145 SAN No. 4719 NESHAP: General Provisions; Amendments for Pollution Prevention 2060-AK54 Alternative Compliance Requirements................................................... 3146 SAN No. 4751 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Stationary 2060-AK73 Combustion Turbines--Petition to Delist............................................... 3147 SAN No. 4763 NESHAP: Ethylene Processes; Amendments................................... 2060-AK80 3148 SAN No. 4689 Section 126 Rule Withdrawal Provision.................................... 2060-AK41 3149 SAN No. 3910 Streamlined Evaporative Test Procedures.................................. 2060-AH34 3150 SAN No. 4030 Expanded Definitions for Alternative-Fueled Vehicles and Engines Meeting 2060-AH52 Low-Emission Vehicle Exhaust Emission Standards....................................... 3151 SAN No. 4604 Modification of the Anti-Dumping Baseline Date Cut-Off Limit for Data 2060-AJ82 Used in Development of an Individual Baseline......................................... 3152 SAN No. 4757 Emissions Durability Procedures for New Light-Duty Vehicles and Light- 2060-AK76 Duty Trucks........................................................................... 3153 SAN No. 2665 Importation of Nonconforming Vehicles; Amendments to Regulations......... 2060-AI03 3154 SAN No. 4535 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Process for Exempting Critical Uses of 2060-AJ63 Methyl Bromide........................................................................ 3155 SAN No. 4599 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Substitutes for Ozone- 2060-AK26 Depleting Substances: N-Propyl Bromide................................................ 3156 SAN No. 4487 Federal Implementation Plans for Indian Reservations in Idaho, Oregon and 2012-AA01 Washington............................................................................ 3157 SAN No. 4254 Revision to the Definition of Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) to Exclude 2060-AI45 Tertiary Butyl Acetate................................................................ 3158 SAN No. 4450 Clean Air Visibility Rule (Reg Plan Seq No. 126)......................... 2060-AJ31 3159 SAN No. 4631 Adoption of the Amended International NOx Standard for Aircraft Engines.. 2060-AK01 3160 SAN No. 4634 Regulation of Fuel and Fuel Additives: Extension of California 2060-AK04 Enforcement Exemptions for Reformulated Gasoline to California Phase 3 Gasoline....... 3161 SAN No. 4722 California Gasoline Technical Correction................................. 2060-AK56 3162 SAN No. 4557 Amendments to the Requirements on Variability in the Composition of 2060-AK62 Additives Certified Under the Gasoline Deposit Control Program........................ 3163 SAN No. 4706 Anti-Dumping Baseline Recalculation for Downstream Oxygenate Addition.... 2060-AK69 3164 SAN No. 4758 Regulation of Fuels and Fuel Additives: Modifications to Standards and 2060-AK77 Requirements for Reformulated and Conventional Gasoline Including Butane Blenders and Attest Engagements.................................................................... 3165 SAN No. 4794 Clean Air Interstate Rule Formerly Titled: Interstate Air Quality Rule... 2060-AL76 3166 SAN No. 4800 List of Hazardous Air Pollutants, Petition Process, Lesser Quantity 2060-AL87 Designations, Source Category List: Petition to Delist Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether 3167 SAN No. 4840 Clean Air Fine Particle Designations..................................... 2060-AM04 3168 SAN No. 3560 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone; Refrigerant Recycling; Substitute 2060-AM05 Refrigerants; Leak Repair Requirements for Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Equipment............................................................................. 3169 SAN No. 4855 NESHAP: Asphalt Processing and Asphalt Roofing Manufacturing--Amendments. 2060-AM10 3170 SAN No. 4845 Control of Air Pollution from New Motor Vehicles: In-Use, Not-to-Exceed 2060-AM17 Emission Standard Testing for Heavy-Duty Diesel Engines and Vehicles.................. 3171 SAN No. 4863 NESHAP: Reinforced Plastic Composites--Amendments........................ 2060-AM23 [[Page 73795]] 3172 SAN No. 4857 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Substitutes for Ozone- 2060-AM24 Depleting Substances--Fire Suppression and Explosion Protection....................... 3173 SAN No. 4883 Test Procedures for Highway and Nonroad Engines.......................... 2060-AM35 3174 SAN No. 4895 Regulation of Fuel and Fuel Additives: Gasoline and Diesel Test Methods.. 2060-AM42 3175 SAN No. 4900 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Import Petitioning Requirements for 2060-AM46 Halon-1301 Aircraft Fire Extinguishing Vessels........................................ 3176 SAN No. 4917 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Substitute Refrigerant Recycling; 2060-AM51 Amendment to the Definition of Refrigerant............................................ 3177 SAN No. 4892 National Emission Standards for Pharmaceuticals Production; Amendments... 2060-AM52 3178 SAN No. 4918 Protection of the Stratospheric Ozone: Alternatives for the Mobile Air 2060-AM54 Conditioning Sector Under the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program...... 3179 SAN No. 4676 Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New 2060-AM58 Source Review (NSR): Routine Maintenance, Repair and Replacement (RMRR) Equipment Replacement Provision (ERP); Reconsideration.......................................... 3180 SAN No. 3259 Nonattainment Major New Source Review (NSR) (Reg Plan Seq No. 129)....... 2060-AM59 3181 SAN No. 4890 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Miscellaneous 2060-AM72 Coating Manufacturing; Amendment...................................................... 3182 SAN No. 4910 NESHAP: Organic Liquid Distribution--Amendments.......................... 2060-AM77 3183 SAN No. 4928 NESHAP: Secondary Aluminum Production Amendments......................... 2060-AM86 3184 SAN No. 4930 Regulation of Fuels and Fuel Additives: Refiner and Importer Quality 2060-AM88 Assurance Requirements for Downstream Oxygenate Blending.............................. 3185 SAN No. 4937 NESHAP for Refractory Products Manufacturing--Amendments................. 2060-AM90 3186 SAN No. 4941 State and Federal Operating Permits Programs: Amendments to Compliance 2060-AM92 Certification Requirements:Technical Correction....................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. CLEAN AIR ACT (CAA)--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3187 SAN No. 4695 NESHAP: Off-Site Waste and Recovery Operations Residual Risk Standard.... 2060-AK68 3188 SAN No. 4607 Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs 2050-AE95 Under the Clean Air Act, Section 112(r)(7); Availability of Information to the Public; Technical Amendment................................................................... 3189 SAN No. 4619 Accidental Release Prevention Requirements: Risk Management Programs 2050-AE96 Under the Clean Air Act, Section 112(r)(3); Revisions to the List of Substances....... 3190 SAN No. 4255 Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate 2060-AI44 Matter................................................................................ 3191 SAN No. 4531 Evaluation of Updated Test Procedures for the Certification of Gasoline 2060-AJ61 Deposit Control Additives............................................................. 3192 SAN No. 1002 NAAQS: Sulfur Dioxide (Response to Remand)............................... 2060-AA61 3193 SAN No. 3939 NESHAP: Group I Polymers and Resins and Group IV Polymers and Resins- 2060-AH47 Amendments............................................................................ 3194 SAN No. 3919 Prevention of Significant Deterioration of Air Quality: Permit 2060-AH01 Application Review Procedures for Non-Federal Class I Areas........................... 3195 SAN No. 4096 Phase I (FIP) To Reduce the Regional Transport of Ozone in the Eastern 2060-AH87 United States......................................................................... 3196 SAN No. 4653 NESHAP: Aerospace Manufacturing and Rework Facilities Residual Risk 2060-AK08 Standards............................................................................. 3197 SAN No. 4657 NESHAP: Group II Polymers and Resins-- Residual Risk Standards........... 2060-AK13 3198 SAN No. 4661 NESHAP: National Emission Standards for Marine Tank Vessel Loading 2060-AK17 Operations-- Residual Risk Standard................................................... 3199 SAN No. 4665 NESHAP: Secondary Lead Smelting Residual Risk Standards.................. 2060-AK19 3200 SAN No. 4666 NESHAP: Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Surface Coating--Residual Risk 2060-AK20 Standards............................................................................. 3201 SAN No. 4667 NESHAP: Wood Furniture Manufacturing Operations--Residual Risk Standards. 2060-AK21 3202 SAN No. 4668 NESHAP: Halogenated Solvent Cleaning--Residual Risk Standards............ 2060-AK22 3203 SAN No. 4664 NESHAP: Printing and Publishing Industry--Residual Risk Standards........ 2060-AK24 3204 SAN No. 4663 NESHAP: Petroleum Refineries--Residual Risk Standards.................... 2060-AK25 3205 SAN No. 4656 NESHAP: Group I Polymers and Resins--Residual Risk Standards............. 2060-AK12 3206 SAN No. 4658 NESHAP: Group IV Polymers and Resins-- Residual Risk Standards........... 2060-AK15 3207 SAN 4383. Th Interstate Ozone Transport: Rulemaking on Section 126 Petitions From the 2060-AI99 District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey.............................. 3208 SAN No. 4393 Control of Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE)............................ 2060-AJ00 3209 SAN No. 3412 Operating Permits: Revisions (Part 70)................................... 2060-AF70 [[Page 73796]] 3210 SAN No. 3922 Revised Permit Revision Procedures for the Federal Operating Permits 2060-AG92 Program--Part 71...................................................................... 3211 SAN No. 4700 Selection of Sequence of Mandatory Sanctions To Be Applied Pursuant to 2060-AK46 Section 502 of the Clean Air Act...................................................... 3212 SAN No. 3263 Performance Warranty and Inspection/Maintenance Test Procedures.......... 2060-AE20 3213 SAN No. 3917 Transportation Conformity Rule Amendment: Clarification of Trading 2060-AH31 Provisions............................................................................ 3214 SAN No. 4348 Inspection/Maintenance Program Requirements for Federal Facilities; 2060-AI97 Amendment to the Final Rule........................................................... 3215 SAN 4391. Rescinding Finding That Preexisting PM10 Standards Are No Longer Applicable 2060-AJ05 in Northern Ada County/Boise, Idaho................................................... 3216 SAN No. 4633 Performance-Based Measurement System For Fuels: Criteria For Self- 2060-AK03 Qualifying Alternative Test Methods; Description of Optional Statistical Quality Control Measures...................................................................... 3217 SAN No. 4691 Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New 2060-AK42 Source Review (NSR): Clean Units...................................................... 3218 SAN No. 4783 Voluntary Superior Monitoring............................................ 2060-AK85 3219 SAN No. 4095 Section 126 Rule: Lifting the 8-Hour Stay................................ 2060-AL79 3220 SAN No. 4797 Lifting the Stay of the Eight-Hour Portion of the Findings of Significant 2060-AL84 Contribution and Rulemaking for Purposes of Reducing Interstate Ozone Transport (NOx SIP Call)............................................................................. 3221 SAN 4798. Th Deferral of Effective Date of Nonattainment Designations for 8-hour Ozone 2060-AL85 National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Early Action Compact Areas................. 3222 SAN No. 4799 Consideration of Industry Petition to Remove the 2-Piece Can Subcategory 2060-AL86 From the Clean Air Act Hazardous Air Pollutant Source Category List................... 3223 SAN No. 4810 NESHAP: Ferroalloys Production: Ferromanganese and Silicomanganese 2060-AL93 Residual Risk Standards............................................................... 3224 SAN No. 4825 Mineral Wool Production Residual Risk Standard........................... 2060-AL96 3225 SAN No. 4831 NESHAP for Flexible Polyurethane Foam Production: Residual Risk Standards 2060-AL99 3226 SAN No. 4832 NESHAP: Pharmaceuticals Production: Residual Risk Standards.............. 2060-AM00 3227 SAN No. 4861 NESHAP: Area Source Standards--Paint Stripping........................... 2060-AM07 3228 SAN No. 4873 NESHAP: Area Source Standards--Glass Manufacturing Industry.............. 2060-AM12 3229 SAN No. 4860 NESHAP: Area Source Standards--Acrylic/ Modacrylic Fiber (AMF) Production 2060-AM13 3230 SAN No. 4859 NESHAP: Area Source Standards--Ethylene Oxide Hospital Sterilization..... 2060-AM14 3231 SAN No. 4847 NESHAP: Oil and Natural Gas Production Residual Risk Standards........... 2060-AM18 3232 SAN No. 4874 NESHAP: Area Source Standards--Industrial Inorganic Chemicals 2060-AM19 Manufacturing......................................................................... 3233 SAN No. 4879 Area Source National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants 2060-AM36 (NESHAP) for Iron and Steel Foundries................................................. 3234 SAN No. 4886 NESHAP: Area Source Standards--Plating and Polishing..................... 2060-AM37 3235 SAN No. 4884 Area Source National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants 2060-AM44 (NESHAP) for Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers........................ 3236 SAN No. 4906 NESHAP: Area Source Standards--Clay Ceramics Industry.................... 2060-AM53 3237 SAN No. 4887 Area Source NESHAP for Primary Nonferrous Metals--Zn, Cd, Be............. 2060-AM69 3238 SAN No. 4888 Area Source NESHAP for Secondary Nonferrous Metals....................... 2060-AM70 3239 SAN No. 4907 NESHAP: Gasoline Distribution Stage I--Area Source Standards............. 2060-AM74 3240 SAN No. 4915 New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for Reciprocating Internal 2060-AM82 Combustion Spark Ignited Engines...................................................... 3241 SAN No. 4926 NESHAP: Defense Land Systems and Miscellaneous Equipment................. 2060-AM84 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLEAN AIR ACT (CAA)--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3242 SAN No. 3656 NESHAP: Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine......................... 2060-AG63 3243 SAN No. 3837 NESHAP: Industrial, Commercial and Institutional Boilers and Process 2060-AG69 Heaters............................................................................... 3244 SAN No. 3525 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Update of the Substitutes List Under 2060-AG12 (SNAP) Program........................................................................ 3245 SAN No. 4681 Revision of Combustion Turbines NSPS-- Part 60, Subpart GG............... 2060-AK35 3246 SAN No. 3820 NESHAP: Plywood and Composite Wood Products.............................. 2060-AG52 3247 SAN No. 3826 Plastic Parts and Products (Surface Coating) NESHAP...................... 2060-AG57 3248 SAN No. 4115 NESHAP: Chromium Electroplating Amendment................................ 2060-AH69 3249 SAN No. 4107 NESHAP: Asphalt/Coal Tar Application on Metal Pipes...................... 2060-AH78 3250 SAN No. 4672 NESHAP: Solvent Extraction for Vegetable Oil: Amendments................. 2060-AK32 [[Page 73797]] 3251 SAN No. 4464 Rulemaking on Section 126 Petitions From New York and Connecticut 2060-AJ36 Regarding Sources in Michigan; Revision of Definition of Applicable Requirement for Title V Operating Permit Programs..................................................... 3252 SAN No. 4340 Transportation Conformity Amendments: Response to March 2, 1999, Court 2060-AI56 Decision.............................................................................. 3253 SAN No. 4675 Control of Emissions of Air Pollution from Nonroad Diesel Engines and 2060-AK27 Fuel.................................................................................. 3254 SAN No. 4682 Revisions to the Appeal Procedures and the Federal NOx Budget Trading 2060-AK36 Program, Parts 78 and 97.............................................................. 3255 SAN No. 4699 Revisions to Clarify the Scope of Certain Monitoring Requirements for 2060-AK29 Federal and State Operating Permits Programs.......................................... 3256 SAN No. 3560 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone; Refrigerant Recycling; Certification 2060-AL77 of Recovery and Recovery/Recycling Equipment Intended for Use With Substitute Refrigerants.......................................................................... 3257 SAN No. 4820 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Quantity Allocation of Methyl Bromide 2060-AL95 for Critical Use Exemptions After the Phaseout........................................ 3258 SAN No. 4837 National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter; Amendment 2060-AM02 To Reflect Court Order Vacating Certain Rules......................................... 3259 SAN No. 4839 Clean Air Ozone Designations............................................. 2060-AM03 3260 SAN No. 4844 Addition of CO Emission Limit for Large MWC Using Fluid Bed Combustion 2060-AM11 Technology (Section 129).............................................................. 3261 SAN No. 4862 NESHAP: Printing, Coating, and Dyeing of Fabrics and Other Textiles-- 2060-AM29 Amendments............................................................................ 3262 SAN No. 4922 Fuels and Fuel Additives Registration Regulations (Section 610 Review)... 2060-AM38 3263 SAN No. 4921 Emission Standards for New Nonroad Spark-Ignition Engines At or Below 19 2060-AM39 Kilowatts (Section 610 Review)........................................................ 3264 SAN No. 4924 NESHAP: Secondary Lead Smelting (Section 610 Review)..................... 2060-AM40 3265 SAN No. 4923 NESHAP: Petroleum Refineries (Section 610 Review)........................ 2060-AM41 3266 SAN No. 4676 Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New 2060-AM57 Source Review (NSR): Routine Maintenance, Repair and Replacement (RMRR) Equipment Replacement Provision (ERP); Stay Notice.............................................. 3267 SAN No. 4104 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Hydrochloric 2060-AM61 Acid Production: Amendments........................................................... 3268 SAN No. 4839 Air Quality Designations and Classifications for the 8-Hour Ozone NAAQS; 2060-AM64 Early Action Compact Areas with Deferred Effective Dates (Reinstatement of Chattanooga EAC).................................................................................. 3269 SAN No. 4839 Clean Air Ozone Designations: 5 Percent Reclassifications................ 2060-AM66 3270 SAN No. 4839 Air Quality Designations and Classifications for 8-Hour Ozone NAAQS; Las 2060-AM67 Vegas, Nevada Nonattainment Area...................................................... 3271 SAN No. 4816 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Site-specific 2090-AA33 Regulation for Packaging Corporation of America in Tomahawk, Wisconsin................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ATOMIC ENERGY ACT (AEA)--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3272 SAN No. 4003 Technical Change to Dose Methodology for 40 CFR Part 190, Subpart B and 2060-AH90 40 CFR 191, Subpart A................................................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ATOMIC ENERGY ACT (AEA)--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3273 SAN No. 4054 Environmental Radiation Protection Standards for the Disposal of Low- 2060-AH63 Activity Mixed Radioactive Waste...................................................... 3274 SAN 4054.1. Approaches to an Integrated Framework for Management and Disposal of Low- 2060-AL78 Activity Radioactive Waste............................................................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 73798]] ATOMIC ENERGY ACT (AEA)--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3275 SAN No. 4403 Revision of the 40 CFR Part 194 Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Compliance 2060-AJ07 Criteria.............................................................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FEDERAL INSECTICIDE, FUNGICIDE, AND RODENTICIDE ACT (FIFRA)--Prerule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3276 SAN No. 4727 Endocrine Disruptor Screening Program (EDSP); Chemical Selection Approach 2070-AD59 for Initial Round of Screening (Reg Plan Seq No. 115)................................. 3277 SAN No. 4789 WPS; Pesticide Worker Protection Standard (WPS) Rule (Section 610 Review) 2070-AD66 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. FEDERAL INSECTICIDE, FUNGICIDE, AND RODENTICIDE ACT (FIFRA)--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3278 SAN 2687. Pesticides; Data Requirements for Conventional Chemicals (Reg Plan Seq No. 2070-AC12 120).................................................................................. 3279 SAN No. 4173 Pesticides; Data Requirements for Antimicrobials......................... 2070-AD30 3280 SAN No. 4610 Acceptability of Research Using Human Subjects (Reg Plan Seq No. 122).... 2070-AD57 3281 SAN No. 4618 Revision of Procedural Rules for Hearings on Cancellations, Suspensions, 2020-AA44 Changes in Classifications, and Denials of Pesticide Registrations.................... 3282 SAN 4170. Pesticides; Procedures for the Registration Review Program.................. 2070-AD29 3283 SAN No. 4216 Pesticides; Emergency Exemption Process Revisions (Reg Plan Seq No. 121). 2070-AD36 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. FEDERAL INSECTICIDE, FUNGICIDE, AND RODENTICIDE ACT (FIFRA)--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3284 SAN No. 4596 Pesticides; Data Requirements for Biochemical and Microbial Products..... 2070-AD51 3285 SAN No. 4728 Endocrine Disrupter Screening Program (EDSP); Implementing the Screening 2070-AD61 and Testing Phase..................................................................... 3286 SAN No. 4175 Pesticide Tolerance Reassessment Program................................. 2070-AD24 3287 SAN No. 4602 Plant Incorporated Protectants (PIPs); Exemption for those Based on Viral 2070-AD49 Coat Proteins......................................................................... 3288 SAN No. 4611 Plant-Incorporated Protectants (PIPs); Exemption for Those Derived 2070-AD55 Through Genetic Engineering From Sexually Compatible Plants........................... 3289 SAN No. 4612 Plant Incorporated Protectants (PIPs); Exemption for PIPs That Act by 2070-AD56 Primarily Affecting the Plant......................................................... 3290 SAN No. 2659 Pesticide Management and Disposal; Standards for Pesticide Containers and 2070-AB95 Containment........................................................................... 3291 SAN No. 3222 Groundwater and Pesticide Management Plan Rule........................... 2070-AC46 3292 SAN No. 3892 Pesticides; Registration Requirements for Antimicrobial Pesticide 2070-AD14 Products.............................................................................. 3293 SAN No. 4609 Pesticides; Exemption of Medical Devices Treated With Antimicrobial 2070-AD54 Pesticides............................................................................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FEDERAL INSECTICIDE, FUNGICIDE, AND RODENTICIDE ACT (FIFRA)--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3294 SAN No. 4027 Pesticides; Tolerance Processing Fees.................................... 2070-AD23 3295 SAN No. 3731 WPS; Pesticide Worker Protection Standard (WPS); Glove Amendment......... 2070-AC93 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 73799]] TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA)--Prerule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3296 SAN No. 3493 Future Testing for Existing Chemicals (Generic Entry).................... 2070-AB94 3297 SAN No. 4788 Lead; Requirements for Lead-Based Paint Activities in Target Housing and 2070-AD65 Child-Occupied Facilities (Section 610 Review)........................................ 3298 SAN 4858. Notification of Chemical Exports Under TSCA Section 12(b) (Reg Plan Seq No. 2070-AJ01 116).................................................................................. 3299 SAN No. 3557 Lead-Based Paint Activities; Voluntary Program for Renovation and 2070-AJ03 Remodeling (Reg Plan Seq No. 117)..................................................... 3300 SAN No. 4878 TSCA Inventory Nomenclature for Enzymes and Proteins..................... 2070-AJ04 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA)--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3301 SAN No. 4635 Amendment to the Premanufacture Notification Exemptions; Revisions of 2070-AD58 Exemptions for Polymers............................................................... 3302 SAN No. 2563 Test Rule; Certain Chemicals on the ATSDR Priority List of Hazardous 2070-AB79 Substances............................................................................ 3303 SAN No. 4876 Voluntary Children's Chemical Evaluation Program (VCCEP)................. 2070-AC27 3304 SAN No. 3301 TSCA Inventory Update Rule Revisions..................................... 2070-AD63 3305 SAN No. 1923 Follow-Up Rules on Existing Chemicals.................................... 2070-AA58 3306 SAN No. 4512 Significant New Use Rule (SNUR); Selected Flame Retardant Chemical 2070-AD48 Substances for Use in Residential Upholstered Furniture............................... 3307 SAN No. 4870 Significant New Use Rule (SNUR); Certain Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers 2070-AJ02 (PBDEs)............................................................................... 3308 SAN No. 2150 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs); Exemption Request From U.S. Maritime 2070-AJ05 Administration (MARAD)................................................................ 3309 SAN No. 4942 Significant New Use Rule for Glycol Ethers............................... 2070-AJ12 3310 Lead-Based Paint: Pre-Renovation Lead Education....................................... 2070-AJ14 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA)--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3311 SAN No. 3508 Lead; Management and Disposal of Lead-Based Paint Debris................. 2070-AC72 3312 SAN No. 1976 Significant New Use Rules (SNURs); Follow-Up Rules on Non-5(e) New 2070-AA59 Chemical Substances................................................................... 3313 SAN No. 3495 Significant New Use Rule (SNUR); Chemical-Specific SNURs To Extend 2070-AB27 Provisions of Section 5(e) Orders..................................................... 3314 SAN No. 3990 Test Rule; Testing of Certain High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals (Reg 2070-AD16 Plan Seq No. 130)..................................................................... 3315 SAN No. 2178 TSCA Section 8(a) Preliminary Assessment Information Rules............... 2070-AB08 3316 SAN No. 1139 TSCA Section 8(d) Health and Safety Data Reporting Rules................. 2070-AB11 3317 SAN No. 3493 Testing Agreement for Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)...................... 2070-AJ06 3318 SAN No. 3493 Testing Agreement for Diethanolamine..................................... 2070-AJ09 3319 SAN No. 3493 Testing Agreement for Hydrogen Fluoride.................................. 2070-AJ10 3320 SAN No. 3493 Testing Agreement for Phthalic Anhydride................................. 2070-AJ11 3321 SAN No. 3493 Testing Agreement for Maleic Anhydride................................... 2070-AJ13 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA)--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3322 SAN No. 3148 Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan Revisions.............................. 2070-AC51 3323 SAN No. 3252 Lead Fishing Sinkers; Response to Citizens Petition and Proposed Ban..... 2070-AC21 3324 SAN No. 4376 Lead-Based Paint Activities; Training, Accreditation, and Certification 2070-AC64 Rule and Model State Plan Rule--Bridges and Structures................................ 3325 SAN No. 3557 Lead-Based Paint Activities; Abatement Amendments for Renovation and 2070-AC83 Remodeling............................................................................ [[Page 73800]] 3326 SAN No. 2150 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs); Exemptions From the Prohibitions 2070-AB20 Against Manufacturing, Processing, and Distribution in Commerce....................... 3327 SAN No. 4597 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs); Disposal of PCBs; Implementation Issues 2070-AD52 3328 SAN No. 3487 Test Rule; Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs)............................... 2070-AC76 3329 SAN No. 3882 Test Rule; Certain Metals................................................ 2070-AD10 3330 SAN No. 4174 Testing Agreement for Certain Oxygenated Fuel Additives.................. 2070-AD28 3331 SAN No. 4395 Test Rule; Multiple Substance Rule for the Testing of Developmental and 2070-AD44 Reproductive Toxicity................................................................. 3332 SAN No. 3528 Significant New Use Rule (SNUR); Refractory Ceramic Fibers (RCFs)........ 2070-AC37 3333 SAN No. 4176 Voluntary High Production Volume (HPV) Chemical Challenge Program........ 2070-AD25 3334 SAN No. 4598 TSCA Policy Statement on Oversight of Transgenic Organisms (Including 2070-AD53 Plants)............................................................................... 3335 SAN No. 4777 Lead; Amendments to Requirements for Disclosure of Known Lead-Based Paint 2070-AD64 or Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Target Housing......................................... 3336 SAN No. 3493 Testing Agreement for Aryl Phosphates (ITC List 2)....................... 2070-AJ07 3337 SAN No. 3493 Test Rule; Brominated Flame Retardants (BFRs)............................ 2070-AJ08 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT--TO--KNOW ACT (EPCRA)--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3338 SAN No. 4753 Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act: Modification to the 2050-AF08 Threshold Planning Quantity Methodology for the Extremely Hazardous Substances That are Solids in Solution................................................................ 3339 SAN No. 2425 TRI; Responses to Petitions Received To Add or Delete or Modify Chemical 2025-AA00 Listings on the Toxic Release Inventory............................................... 3340 SAN No. 4692 Addition of Toxicity Equivalency (TEQ) Reporting and Quantity Data for 2025-AA12 Individual Members of the Dioxin and Dioxin-like Compounds Category Under EPCRA, Section 313........................................................................... 3341 SAN No. 4896 Toxics Release Inventory Reporting Burden Reduction Rule (Reg Plan Seq 2025-AA14 No. 125).............................................................................. 3342 SAN 4938 TRI Reporting Forms Modification............................................. 2025-AA15 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT--TO--KNOW ACT (EPCRA)--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3343 SAN No. 3994 Response to a Petition Requesting Deletion of Phosmet From the Extremely 2050-AE42 Hazardous Substances (EHS) List....................................................... 3344 SAN No. 4595 Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Reporting Requirements From Standard 2025-AA10 Industrial Classification (SIC) Codes to North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) Codes.................................................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT--TO--KNOW ACT (EPCRA)--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3345 SAN No. 3215 Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act: Amendments and 2050-AE17 Streamlining Rule..................................................................... 3346 SAN No. 4015 TRI; Review of Chemicals on the Original TRI List........................ 2025-AA03 3347 SAN No. 4265 TRI; Revisions to the Otherwise Use Activity Exemptions and the Coal 2025-AA06 Extraction Activities Exemption....................................................... 3348 SAN No. 2847 TRI; Pollution Prevention Act Information Requirements................... 2025-AA09 3349 SAN No. 4616 Clarify TRI Reporting Obligations Under EPCRA Section 313 for the Metal 2025-AA11 Mining Activities of Extraction and Beneficiation..................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 73801]] RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT (RCRA)--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3350 SAN No. 4230 Revisions to Solid Waste Landfill Criteria--Leachate Recirculation on 2050-AE67 Alternative Liners.................................................................... 3351 SAN No. 4651 Increase Metals Reclamation From F006 Waste Streams (Reg Plan Seq No. 2050-AE97 123).................................................................................. 3352 SAN No. 4743 Land Disposal Restrictions: Determination of Equivalent Treatment for 2050-AF12 Macroencapsulation of Radioactive Lead Solids; Definition of Macroencapsulation....... 3353 SAN No. 4834 Regulatory Amendments to the F019 Hazardous Waste Listing To Exclude 2050-AG15 Wastewater Treatment Sludges From Chemical Conversion Coating Process (Zinc Phosphating) of Automobile Bodies of Aluminum (Reg Plan Seq No. 124).................. 3354 SAN No. 4828 RCRA Incentives for Performance Track Members............................ 2090-AA34 3355 SAN No. 4944 Regulatory Incentives for the National Environmental Performance Track 2090-AA36 Program; Direct Final Rule............................................................ 3356 SAN No. 4944 Regulatory Incentives for the National Environmental Performance Track 2090-AA37 Program; Direct Final Rule............................................................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT (RCRA)--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3357 SAN No. 4028 Standardized Permit for RCRA Hazardous Waste Management Facilities (Reg 2050-AE44 Plan Seq No. 133)..................................................................... 3358 SAN No. 3545 Revisions to the Comprehensive Guideline for Procurement of Products 2050-AE23 Containing Recovered Materials........................................................ 3359 SAN No. 3989 Methods Innovation Rule.................................................. 2050-AE41 3360 SAN No. 3147 Hazardous Waste Manifest Regulation (Reg Plan Seq No. 132)............... 2050-AE21 3361 SAN No. 4084 RCRA Burden Reduction Initiative (Reg Plan Seq No. 134).................. 2050-AE50 3362 SAN No. 3066 Loading-Based Listing of Non-Wastewaters from the Production of Selected 2050-AD80 Organic Dyes, Pigments, and Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Colorants........................ 3363 SAN No. 4092 Recycling of Cathode Ray Tubes (CRTs): Changes to Hazardous Waste 2050-AE52 Regulations (Reg Plan Seq No. 135).................................................... 3364 SAN No. 4501 Revision of Wastewater Treatment Exemptions for Hazardous Waste Mixtures. 2050-AE84 3365 SAN No. 3333 NESHAPS: Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Hazardous Waste 2050-AE01 Combustors (Phase I Final Replacement Standards and Phase II) (Reg Plan Seq No. 131).. 3366 SAN No. 4092 Hazardous Waste Management System; Modification of the Hazardous Waste 2050-AG21 Program: Mercury-Containing Equipment (Reg Plan Seq No. 136).......................... 3367 SAN No. 4439 Project XL--Ortho-McNeil Pilot Project Allowing On-Site Treatment of Low- 2090-AA14 Level Mixed Wastes Without RCRA Permit................................................ 3368 SAN No. 4565 Project XL Site-Specific Rulemaking for the IBM Semiconductor 2090-AA29 Manufacturing Facility in Hopewell Junction, New York................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT (RCRA)--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3369 SAN No. 3856 Management of Cement Kiln Dust (CKD)..................................... 2050-AE34 3370 SAN No. 4470 Standards for the Management of Coal Combustion Wastes Generated by 2050-AE81 Commercial Electric Power Producers................................................... 3371 SAN No. 4469 Standards for the Management of Coal Combustion Wastes--Non-Power 2050-AE83 Producers and Minefilling............................................................. 3372 SAN No. 4411 Regulation of Hazardous Oil-Bearing Secondary Materials From Petroleum 2050-AE78 Refining Industry and Other Hazardous Secondary Materials Processed in a Gasification System To Produce Synthesis Gas....................................................... 3373 SAN No. 4735 RCRA Burden Reduction Initiative, Phase 2................................ 2050-AF01 3374 SAN No. 4701 E-Cycling Pilot Project for Region 3 States (ECOS); Streamlining RCRA 2003-AA00 Regulations to Encourage Reuse, Recycling, and Recovery of Electronic Equipment....... 3375 SAN No. 3189 Final Determination of the Applicability of the Toxicity Characteristic 2050-AD69 Rule to Petroleum Contaminated Media and Debris From Underground Storage Tanks........ [[Page 73802]] 3376 SAN No. 4091 Modifications to RCRA Rules Associated With Solvent-Contaminated 2050-AE51 Industrial Wipes...................................................................... 3377 SAN No. 4670 Revisions to the Definition of Solid Waste............................... 2050-AE98 3378 SAN No. 4606 Revisions for Transboundary Shipments of Hazardous Waste for Recovery 2050-AE93 Within the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development...................... 3379 SAN No. 2647 RCRA Subtitle C Financial Test Criteria (Revision)....................... 2050-AC71 3380 SAN No. 4778 Revisions of the Lead-Acid Battery Export Notification and Consent 2050-AF06 Requirements.......................................................................... 3381 SAN No. 4920 Rulemaking To Streamline Laboratory Waste Management in Academic and 2050-AG18 Research Laboratories................................................................. 3382 SAN No. 3147 Hazardous Waste Manifest Revisions--Standards and Procedures for 2050-AG20 Electronic Manifests.................................................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT (RCRA)--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3383 SAN No. 4898 Land Disposal Restrictions Phase III: Decharacterized Wastewaters, 2050-AG17 Carbamate Wastes, and Spent Potliners (Completion of a Section 610 Review)............ 3384 SAN No. 4897 Land Disposal Restrictions Phase II: Universal Treatment Standards, and 2050-AG19 Treatment Standards for Organic Toxicity Characteristic Wastes and Newly Listed Wastes (Completion of a Section 610 Review).................................................. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- OIL POLLUTION ACT (OPA)--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3385 SAN No. 2634 Revisions to Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures (SPCC) Rule.. 2050-AG16 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE, COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3386 SAN No. 3439 National Priorities List for Uncontrolled Hazardous Waste Sites: Proposed 2050-AD75 and Final Rules....................................................................... 3387 SAN No. 4737 Correction of Errors and Adjustment of CERCLA Reportable Quantities...... 2050-AF03 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE, COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3388 SAN No. 3423 Reportable Quantity Adjustments for Carbamates and Carbamate-Related 2050-AE12 Hazardous Waste Streams; Reportable Quantity Adjustment for Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing Process Waste (K178).................................................... 3389 SAN No. 4177 Revise 40 CFR Part 35 Subpart O: Cooperative Agreements and Superfund 2050-AE62 State Contracts for Superfund Response Actions........................................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE, COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3390 SAN No. 4201 Criteria for the Designation of Hazardous Substances Under CERCLA Section 2050-AE63 102(a)................................................................................ 3391 SAN No. 4736 Administrative Reporting Exemption for Certain Air Releases of NOx....... 2050-AF02 [[Page 73803]] 3392 SAN No. 4739 Standards and Practices for Conducting All Appropriate Inquiries......... 2050-AF04 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLEAN WATER ACT (CWA)--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3393 SAN No. 4357 Uniform National Discharge Standards for Vessels of the Armed Forces-- 2040-AD39 Phase II.............................................................................. 3394 SAN No. 3999 NPDES Permit Requirements for Municipal Sanitary and Combined Sewer 2040-AD02 Collection Systems, Municipal Satellite Collection Systems, Sanitary Sewer Overflows, and Peak Excess Flow Treatment Facilities............................................. 3395 SAN No. 4822 Effluent Guidelines and Standards: Recodification of Various Effluent 2040-AE61 Guidelines............................................................................ 3396 SAN No. 4932 Effluent Guidelines for the Transportation Equipment Cleaning Point 2040-AE65 Source Category....................................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLEAN WATER ACT (CWA)--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3397 SAN No. 4540 Test Procedures: New and Updated Test Procedures for the Analysis of 2040-AD71 Pollutants Under the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act...................... 3398 SAN No. 4543 Minimizing Adverse Environmental Impact From Cooling Water Intake 2040-AD70 Structures at Existing Facilities Under Section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act, Phase 3 (Reg Plan Seq No. 140)................................................................ 3399 SAN No. 3663 Streamlining the General Pretreatment Regulations for Existing and New 2040-AC58 Sources of Pollution.................................................................. 3400 SAN No. 4690 Policy Regarding National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit 2040-AD87 Requirements for Municipal Wastewater Treatment During Wet Weather Conditions......... 3401 SAN No. 4852 Water Quality Standards for Pathogens and Pathogen Indicators for Coastal 2040-AE63 Recreation Waters..................................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. CLEAN WATER ACT (CWA)--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3402 SAN No. 4526 Revisions to the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution 2050-AE87 Contingency Plan; Subpart J Product Schedule Listing Requirements..................... 3403 SAN No. 4370 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Pulp, Paper, and Paperboard 2040-AD49 Point Source Category, Dissolving Kraft and Dissolving Sulfite Subcategories (Phase III).................................................................................. 3404 SAN No. 4344 Water Quality Standards for Indian Country Waters........................ 2040-AD46 3405 SAN No. 3702 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Trace Metals Under the Clean Water 2040-AC75 Act................................................................................... 3406 SAN No. 3714 Test Procedures: Increased Method Flexibility for Test Procedures 2040-AC92 Approved for Clean Water Act Compliance Monitoring.................................... 3407 SAN No. 3713 Test Procedures: Performance-Based Measurement System (PBMS) Procedures 2040-AC93 and Guidance for Clean Water Act Test Procedures...................................... 3408 SAN No. 4049 Test Procedures for the Analysis of Co-Planar and Mono-Ortho-Substituted 2040-AD09 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) Under the Clean Water Act............................ 3409 SAN No. 3786 NPDES Applications Revisions............................................. 2040-AC84 3410 SAN No. 4623 Watershed Rule: Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Program Revisions........ 2040-AD82 3411 SAN No. 4746 Gray and Black Water Discharges From Cruise Ships Operating in Certain 2040-AD89 Alaskan Waters........................................................................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 73804]] CLEAN WATER ACT (CWA)--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3412 SAN No. 4280 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Construction and Development 2040-AD42 Industry.............................................................................. 3413 SAN No. 4406 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Concentrated Aquatic Animal 2040-AD55 Production Industry................................................................... 3414 SAN No. 4407 Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Meat and Poultry Products Point 2040-AD56 Source Category (Revisions)........................................................... 3415 SAN No. 4766 Effluent Guidelines Program Plan for 2004................................ 2040-AD92 3416 SAN No. 4378 Test Procedures: Revisions to Method Detection and Quantitation for the 2040-AD53 Clean Water Act....................................................................... 3417 SAN No. 4474 Minimizing Adverse Environmental Impact From Cooling Water Intake 2040-AD62 Structures at Existing Facilities Under Section 316(b) of the Clean Water Act, Phase 2 3418 SAN No. 3288 Comparison of Dredged Material to Reference Sediment..................... 2040-AC14 3419 SAN No. 4493 Clean Water State Revolving Fund Regulation Revisions Re: Use as Matching 2040-AD68 Funds................................................................................. 3420 SAN No. 3925 Uniform National Discharge Standards for Armed Forces Vessels--Phase II.. 2040-AE64 3421 SAN No. 4945 Withdrawal of Certain Federal Water Quality Criteria Applicable to 2040-AE67 Alaska, Arkansas, and Puerto Rico..................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT (SDWA)--Proposed Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3422 SAN No. 4770 Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Regulation for Public Water Systems 2040-AD93 Revisions............................................................................. 3423 SAN No. 4821 Drinking Water: Regulatory Determinations Regarding Contaminants on the 2040-AE60 Second Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List...................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT (SDWA)--Final Rule Stage ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3424 SAN No. 2340 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Groundwater Rule (Reg Plan 2040-AA97 Seq No. 137).......................................................................... 3425 SAN 4341. National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface 2040-AD37 Water Treatment Rule (Reg Plan Seq No. 138)........................................... 3426 SAN 4342. National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Stage 2 Disinfection Byproducts 2040-AD38 Rule (Reg Plan Seq No. 139)........................................................... 3427 SAN No. 4703 Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List 2.............................. 2060-AD86 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- References in boldface appear in the Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT (SDWA)--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3428 SAN No. 2281 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Radon....................... 2040-AA94 3429 SAN No. 3238 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Aldicarb.................... 2040-AC13 3430 SAN No. 4404 National Secondary Drinking Water Regulations (NSDWR): Methyl Tertiary 2040-AD54 Butyl Ether (MTBE) and Technical Corrections to the NSDWR............................. 3431 SAN No. 4775 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Revisions to the Total 2040-AD94 Coliform Monitoring and Analytical Requirements and Additional Distribution System Requirements.......................................................................... 3432 SAN No. 4745 Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List 3.............................. 2040-AD99 3433 SAN No. 4236 Underground Injection Control: Update of State Programs.................. 2040-AD40 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 73805]] SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT (SDWA)--Completed Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3434 SAN No. 4795 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Minor Corrections and 2040-AE58 Clarification to Drinking Water Regulations........................................... 3435 SAN No. 4826 National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Analytical Method for 2040-AE62 Uranium............................................................................... ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SHORE PROTECTION ACT (SPA)--Long-Term Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Regulation Sequence Title Identifier Number Number ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3436 SAN No. 2820 Shore Protection Act, Section 4103(b) Regulations........................ 2040-AB85 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _______________________________________________________________________ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage General _______________________________________________________________________ 3021. PROPOSED REVISION TO EPA'S IMPLEMENTING NEPA REGULATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 4321 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 6 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The proposed revision is necessary to clarify and update EPA's National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) regulation. The revision would clarify Agency responsibilities for Congressionally funded special appropriation projects and EPA-funded grant programs. The revision would clarify public involvement procedures and organization responsibilities. The proposal would revise the list of actions which are categorically excluded from analyses. The revision is also needed to incorporate a number of Executive orders and other cross-cutting requirements into the NEPA process. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/05 Final Action 08/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4292; Agency Contact: Katherine Biggs, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 2252A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-7144 Fax: 202 564-0070 Email: biggs.katherine@epamail.epa.gov Robert Hargrove, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, DEPP-SPMMP, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202 564-0000 Fax: 202-564-0070 Email: hargrove.robert@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2020-AA42 _______________________________________________________________________ 3022. REVISIONS TO ACQUISITION REGULATION CONCERNING CONFLICT OF INTEREST Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The purpose of this rule is to revise the Agency's conflict of interest (COI) acquisition regulations. The specific revisions involve more stringent requirements for submission of relevant information from Agency contractors and potential contractors regarding their relationships with parent companies, affiliates, subsidiaries, and sister companies. Current Agency regulations do not require the submission of this level of information. Receipt and evaluation of this information is critical in order for the Agency to decide whether or not COI situations exist and how they are to be handled. This revised rule will also codify several COI clauses that have been developed since the issuance of the previous rule in 1994. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/05 Final Action 05/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4319; Sectors Affected: 5413 Architectural, Engineering and Related Services; 54162 Environmental Consulting Services; 5416 Management, Scientific and Technical Consulting Services; 5417 Scientific Research and Development Services; 562 Waste Management and Remediation Services Agency Contact: Daniel Humphries, Environmental Protection Agency, Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-4377 Fax: 202 565-2552 Email: humphries.daniel@epamail.epa.gov Cal McWhirter, Environmental Protection Agency, Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-4379 Fax: 202 565-2552 [[Page 73806]] Email: mcwhirter.cal@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA67 _______________________________________________________________________ 3023. SECURITY REQUIREMENTS FOR TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS INFORMATION ACCESS FOR CONTRACTORS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 Sec 205 (c), 63 Stat. 390, as amended; 40 USC 486 (c); 41 USC 418b CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1552; 48 CFR 1535 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Current security requirements for Toxic Substances Contract Act Confidential Business Information (TSCA CBI) access for contractors are implemented in three Environmental Protection Agency contract clauses, 1552.235-75, 1552.235-76, and 1552.235-78. Security requirements for the Government and contractors have been updated in a 2003 TSCA CBI Protection Manual. This rulemaking will implement the new TSCA CBI requirements into the three EPAAR clauses cited above. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/05 Final Action 08/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Additional Information: SAN No. 4904; Agency Contact: Linda Clement, Environmental Protection Agency, Administration and Resources Management, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-4356 Fax: 202 565-2552 Email: clement.linda@epamail.epa.gov Harry Lewis, Environmental Protection Agency, Administration and Resources Management, 7407, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-8642 Email: lewis.harry@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA88 _______________________________________________________________________ 3024. AWARD TERM CONTRACTING Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 41 USC 418(b; 5 USC 301, sec 205(c); 63 Stat 390, as amended CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1516 and 1552 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to amend the EPA Acquisition Regulation (EPAAR) to add guidance on the use of award-term contracts. The guidance is necessary for contracting officers seeking to include award-term provisions in contracts. This guidance will establish a solicitation provision and contract clause in the EPAAR. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Final Action 02/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4903; Agency Contact: Ed Chambers, Environmental Protection Agency, Administration and Resources Management, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-4376 Email: chambers.ed@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA89 _______________________________________________________________________ 3025. ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS FOR CONTRACT DELIVERABLES (508) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 5 USC 301, sec 205(c); 41 USC 418(b) CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1511; 48 CFR 1552 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will amend the Environmental Protection Agency Acquisition Regulation (EPAAR) to require contractors to identify applicable accessibility standards in contract deliverables. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/05 Final Action 09/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4931; Agency Contact: Ed Chambers, Environmental Protection Agency, Administration and Resources Management, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-4376 Email: chambers.ed@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA90 _______________________________________________________________________ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage General _______________________________________________________________________ 3026. INCORPORATION OF CLASS DEVIATIONS INTO EPAAR Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 40 USC 486(c) CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1537; 48 CFR 1552 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Agency has approved a number of class deviations (e.g., changes to reporting requirements and monthly progress reports) to the EPAAR since its promulgation in April 1994. This proposed rule would incorporate most of the class deviations to the EPAAR. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 02/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3580; Agency Contact: Frances Smith, Environmental Protection Agency, Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-4368 Fax: 202 565-2475 [[Page 73807]] Email: smith.frances@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA37 _______________________________________________________________________ 3027. CROSS-MEDIA ELECTRONIC REPORTING (ER) AND RECORDKEEPING RULE (CROMERRR) Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 141 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 2025-AA07 _______________________________________________________________________ 3028. PRIVACY ACT REGULATIONS (REVISED) Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 5 USC 552a CFR Citation: 40 CFR 16 (revised) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action proposed to revise the Privacy Act regulation to exempt new systems and systems currently claiming to be exempt from the Act. Other revisions are generally minor and include revising the access provision so that a copy of a record can be obtained without a personal inspection; changing the time limit for appeals of denials from 10 days to 30 days; changing the process for accessing Privacy Act records and contesting Privacy Act records from the system manager to the Freedom of Information Office; and referring appeals from denials of system of records maintained by the Office of Inspector General to that office for decision. The proposed rule does not have implications on small businesses nor state/local/tribal government. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/14/04 69 FR 55377 NPRM Comment Period End 10/14/04 Final Action 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Additional Information: SAN No. 4693; Agency Contact: Judy Hutt, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Environmental Information, 2822-T, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-566-1668 Fax: 202 566-1639 Email: hutt.judy@epa.gov Deborah Williams, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Environmental Information, 2822-T, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-566-1659 Fax: 202 566-1648 Email: williams.deborah@epa.gov RIN: 2025-AA13 _______________________________________________________________________ 3029. MISCELLANEOUS REVISIONS TO EPAAR CLAUSES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 5 USC 301; 63 Stat. 390 sec (c) as amended; 40 USC 486(c); 41 USC 418(b) CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1515; 48 CFR 1535; 48 CFR 1552 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule includes administrative changes to various EPAAR clauses, such as address changes and points of contact. Nothing substantive will be affected. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 06/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4813; Agency Contact: Dan Humphries, Environmental Protection Agency, Administration and Resources Management, 3802R, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-4377 Email: humphries.daniel@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA84 _______________________________________________________________________ 3030. GUIDELINES FOR CARCINOGEN RISK ASSESSMENT Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: In 9/86 EPA issued risk assessment guidelines relating to five areas: carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, chemical mixtures, developmental toxicants, and estimating exposures. EPA publishes, and periodically updates/revises, a series of guidelines whose purpose is to assist risk assessors in evaluating the risks of environmental hazards. The guidelines were developed to promote high technical quality and Agency-wide consistency in the human health risk assessment process. The Agency began revising the 1986 guidelines in light of significant scientific advances in our understanding of the processes of carcinogenesis and the modes of actions of disease at the cellular level. The revision of these guidelines is in keeping with the Agency's original intent when it issued the first risk assessment guidelines in 1986. The guidelines were meant to be dynamic, flexible documents that would evolve to reflect the current state of the science and risk assessment practices. EPA released Draft Final Guidelines in March 2003 for public comment, along with a new draft supplemental guidance document entitled, Supplemental Guidance for Assessing Cancer Susceptibility Resulting from Early-life Exposure to Carcinogens, to address early-life exposure issues. (Prior to the 2003 release, guidance on early life exposure issues was incorporated into the cancer guideline document. Early-life exposures issues were moved into a separate document anticipating that updates on the science will be necessary sooner then issues entailed in the draft final cancer guidelines.) The Supplemental Guidance document was peer reviewed by the SAB in May 2003. The final documents will be made available for review by the Science Policy Council and other governmental agencies prior to being submitted for Final Agency Closure. Revisions are being made to the documents based on comments received, balanced against input received during prior SAB reviews and prior public comment periods. The workgroups finalizing the Guidelines represent the major Program Offices and regional offices. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3671; Agency Contact: William Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, [[Page 73808]] Office of Research and Development, 8103, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202 564-3358 Email: wood.bill@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2080-AA06 _______________________________________________________________________ 3031. TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS TO THE FEDERAL POLICY FOR THE PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule implements three technical amendments to the common rule which governs the conduct of human studies in several agencies. The agencies listed in this document are individually amending the Federal Policy for the Protection of Human Subjects, which was published in the Federal Register on June 18, 1991, to change all references to the Office for Protection from Research Risks (OPRR) to the Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP); revise the footnote found at the end of section .101(i) by deleting references to research involving fetuses, pregnant women, or human in vitro fertilization and subpart B of 45 CFR part 46; and update the Control Number for the approval by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) of the information collection requirements of this Federal Policy. HHS is the lead agency in developing the language for this rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Additional Information: SAN No. 4925; Agency Contact: Dennis Utterback, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Research and Development, 8104R, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-6638 Fax: 202 565-2911 Email: utterback.dennis@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2080-AA11 _______________________________________________________________________ 3032. PROJECT XL SITE SPECIFIC RULEMAKING FOR NASA WHITE SANDS TEST FACILITY ELECTRONIC REPORTING IN LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO (PHASES I AND II) Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: ``Safe Drinking Water Act, 42 U.S.C. 300f to 300J-26; Solid Waste Disposal Act, 42 U.S.C. 6901 to 6992k'' CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has entered into an XL (eXcellence and Leadership) Final Project Agreement (FPA) with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) White Sands Test Facility (WSTF) in Las Cruces, NM to implement a project that would modify reporting requirements under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), Clean Water Act (CWA) and the Clean Air Act (CAA). The purpose of this NASA WSTF Electronic Reporting site-specific rule is to enable the NASA WSTF to electronically submit compliance reports and permit information to the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) in lieu of submitting paper reports. The rule will set forth guidelines to ensure that the information submitted by NASA WSTF to NMED is accurate by outlining procedures for data authentication, use of electronic signature and encryption processes. This rule will address Phases I and II of the project covering reporting requirements under RCRA and the SDWA. A second and subsequent rule will address Phases III-VI of the project covering additional reporting requirements under the CWA and CAA. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/31/01 66 FR 55050 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Additional Information: SAN No. 4536; Agency Contact: Kristina Heinemann, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the Administrator, 1807T, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-566-2183 Fax: 202 566-2220 Email: heinemann.kristina@epamail.epa.gov Gerald Filbin, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the Administrator, 1807T, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-566-2182 Fax: 202 566-2220 Email: filbin.gerald@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2090-AA27 _______________________________________________________________________ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions General _______________________________________________________________________ 3033. UTILIZATION OF SMALL, MINORITY AND WOMEN'S BUSINESS ENTERPRISES IN PROCUREMENT UNDER ASSISTANCE AGREEMENTS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: PL 101-507; PL 102-389; PL 101-549 sec 1001; 42 USC 9605(f); PL 100-590; EO 12432; EO 12138; EO 11625 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 33 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The regulation will codify revisions to the Agency's program for the utilization of Small, Minority and Women's Business Enterprises in procurements under assistance agreements (i.e., grants and cooperative agreements awarded by EPA as well as grants and cooperative agreements awarded by other agencies under interagency agreements with EPA). The revisions are necessary to ensure consistency with the Supreme Court's decision in Adarand Constructors, Inc. v. Pena, 115 S.Ct. 2097 (1995), and were identified as part of the Clinton Administration's review of affirmative action programs. They include: (1) Placing greater emphasis on requiring assistance agreement recipients to submit documentation supporting proposed fair share procurement objectives for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women's Business Enterprises (WBEs) based on [[Page 73809]] the availability of qualified MBEs and WBEs in the relevant geographic market; (2) authorizing or requiring recipients and their prime contractors to take reasonable race/gender-conscious measures (e.g., bidding credits) in the event that race/gender-neutral efforts prove inadequate to meet fair share objectives; and (3) administering statutory MBE/WBE objectives as a national goal, allowing smaller or larger fair share objectives for particular grants or cooperative agreements based on the availability standard. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/24/03 68 FR 43824 Final Action 05/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4056; Agency Contact: Kimberly Patrick, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 1230, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-5386 Fax: 202 501-0139 Email: patrick.kimberly@epamail.epa.gov David Sutton, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, 1230A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-4444 Fax: 202 501-0756 Email: sutton.david@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2020-AA39 _______________________________________________________________________ 3034. PUBLIC INFORMATION AND CONFIDENTIALITY REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 15 USC 2005; 15 USC 2601 et seq; 21 USC 346; 33 USC 1251 et seq; 33 USC 1414; 42 USC 11001 et seq; 42 USC 300(f) et seq; 42 USC 4912; 42 USC 6901 et seq; 42 USC 7401 et seq; 42 USC 9601 et seq; 5 USC 552; 7 USC 136 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 2; 40 CFR 57; 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 123; 40 CFR 145; 40 CFR 233; 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 270; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 281; 40 CFR 350; 40 CFR 403; 40 CFR 85; 40 CFR 86 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, August 31, 2000, Proposed rule to eliminate the special treatment of CBI substantiations. Abstract: EPA regulations at 40 CFR part 2, subpart B, provide procedures for handling and disclosing information claimed as confidential business information (CBI). Although the current regulations have succeeded in protecting CBI, changes in Agency workload, practice, and statutory authority have made it difficult to handle CBI activities as expeditiously as desired. EPA is examining its CBI regulations to determine whether changes are needed to make them more efficient and effective. Provision 40 CFR 2.205(c), which automatically protects CBI substantiations claimed as confidential, is being examined individually and as part of the CBI regulations as a whole. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 1 11/23/94 59 FR 60446 NPRM 2 10/25/99 64 FR 57421 NPRM 3 12/21/99 64 FR 71366 NPRM 4 08/30/00 65 FR 52684 ANPRM 12/21/00 65 FR 80394 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal Additional Information: SAN No. 3240; Agency Contact: Sara Hisel-McCoy, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Environmental Information, 2822-T, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-566-1649 Fax: 202 566-1639 Email: hisel-mccoy.sara@epa.gov Joe Sierra, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Environmental Information, 2822-T, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-566-1683 Fax: 202 566-1639 Email: sierra.joe@epa.gov RIN: 2025-AA02 _______________________________________________________________________ 3035. WASTE ISOLATION PILOT PLANT (WIPP) FY 2003 REPORT TO CONGRESS Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: PL 102-529 sec 23(a)(2) CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This Report to Congress is required by section 23(a)(2) of the WIPP Land Withdrawal Act, which requires EPA to submit an annual report to Congress ``on the status of and resources required for the fulfillment of the Administrator's responsibilities under the Act'' regarding the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP). This report summarizes the activities and progress EPA has made in fulfilling its responsibilities under the Act and outlines the resources required for the Agency to meet its commitments. The WIPP is an underground repository for the permanent disposal of radioactive waste generated as byproducts from nuclear weapons production. It was constructed by the Department of Energy (DOE) and is located near Carlsbad, New Mexico. In 1998, EPA certified that the WIPP complies with EPA's radioactive waste disposal standards at subpart B and C of 40 CFR 191 and EPA's WIPP compliance criteria at 40 CFR 194, and thus is safe to contain radioactive waste. Since that time, the DOE has begun emplacing waste in the WIPP. The waste is stored approximately 2,100 feet underground in excavated, natural salt formations. EPA also has responsibility for assuring continual compliance with EPA's radioactive waste disposal standards. EPA continues to have an oversight role at the WIPP to ensure that it continues to protect human health and the environment. This Report summarizes EPA's activities past and present. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 12/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4902; Agency Contact: Lisa Sharp, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9265 Fax: 202 343-2305 Email: sharp.lisa@epamail.epa.gov Raymond Lee, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6602J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9463 [[Page 73810]] Email: lee.raymond@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM73 _______________________________________________________________________ 3036. PERSISTENT, BIOACCUMULATIVE, AND TOXIC (PBT) POLLUTANTS STRATEGY Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: As described in the Agency's 1998 PBT Strategy, EPA is developing and implementing National Action Plans for certain priority PBT pollutants. These pollutants pose risks because they are toxic, persist in ecosystems, and accumulate in fish and up the food chain. The PBT challenges remaining stem from the pollutants' ability to travel long distances, to transfer rather easily among air, water, and land, and to linger for generations. EPA is forging a new approach to reduce risks from and exposures to priority PBT pollutants through increased coordination among EPA national and regional programs. This approach also requires the significant involvement of stakeholders, including international, state, local, and tribal organizations, the regulated community, environmental groups, and private citizens. EPA is initially focusing action on 12 substances either individually or as categories and two major cross-cutting issues (monitoring and outreach/ risk communication). The action plans will use the full range of tools to prevent and reduce releases of these substances. These tools include international, voluntary, outreach, programmatic, remedial, compliance monitoring and assistance, enforcement, research, and regulatory tools. EPA will integrate and sequence actions within and across action plans, and will seek to leverage these actions on international and industry- sector bases. Beyond these first 12 substances EPA will identify additional PBTs for development of National Action Plans. Although these Plans are not regulatory actions, EPA has included them in the Regulatory Agenda to inform the public and regulated community because the Action Plans may discuss regulatory alternatives for consideration. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice: Draft for Mercury 11/17/98 63 FR 63926 Notice: PBT Strategy 11/17/98 63 FR 63926 Notice: Draft for Great Lakes 11/01/99 64 FR 58841 Notice: Draft for Alkyl-lead 08/25/00 65 FR 51823 Notice: Draft for OCS 08/25/00 65 FR 51825 Notice: Draft for Alkyl-lead Reopened 10/25/00 65 FR 63861 Notice: Draft for Level 1 Pesticides 11/01/00 65 FR 65314 Notice: Draft for HCB 12/08/00 65 FR 77026 Notice: Final for Alkyl-lead 07/23/02 67 FR 48177 Notice: Draft for B(a)P 12/00/05 Notice: Final for HCB 12/00/05 Notice: Final for OCS 12/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4463; Agency Contact: Tom--HQ Murray, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7409M, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-8810 Fax: 202 564-8901 Email: murray.tom-hq@epamail.epa.gov Paul Matthai, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances, 7409M, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-8839 Fax: 202 564-8899 Email: matthai.paul@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2070-AD45 _______________________________________________________________________ 3037. PROJECT XL SITE SPECIFIC RULEMAKING FOR THE NASA WHITE SANDS TEST FACILITY IN LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO (PHASES III-VI) Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 33 USC 2701 to 2761; 42 USC 300(f) to 300(j)-26; 42 USC 6901 to 6992(k) CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The United States Environmental Protection Agency has entered into a Final Project Agreement with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) White Sands Test Facility in Las Cruces, Mexico that would modify the reporting requirements under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). The rule will allow the facility to submit regulatory reports and permit information electronically rather than on paper to the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) Solid Waste Bureau, Hazardous Waste Bureau, Groundwater Bureau, and Air Quality Bureau. Doing so will significantly reduce its regulatory reporting costs and enhance the State's ability to analyze and manage the facility's regulatory and permit information. The electronic reporting involves six phases that will transition NASA from submitting data on a CD-ROM to utilizing the Internet to transmit data to NMED. This rule covers Phases III-VI of the project, the previous NASA White Sands Test Facility Final Rule covered Phases I-II. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Additional Information: SAN 4836. Agency Contact: Adam Levitan, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the Administrator, 1807T, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-1466 Fax: 202 566-2210 Email: levitan.adam@epamail.epa.gov Donna Perla, Environmental Protection Agency, Office of the Administrator, 1802, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-566-2177 Fax: 202 566-2200 Email: perla.donna@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2090-AA35 [[Page 73811]] _______________________________________________________________________ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Completed Actions General _______________________________________________________________________ 3038. IMPLEMENTATION OF AUTHORITY TO APPOINT RESEARCH SCIENTISTS UNDER 42 USC Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 11/04/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: John O'Brien Phone: 202 564-7876 Fax: 202 564-2904 Email: obrien.johnt@epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA83 _______________________________________________________________________ 3039. REVISION TO EPAAR 1552.211-73, LEVEL OF EFFORT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1552 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 07/22/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Larry Wyborski Phone: 202-564-4369 Fax: 202 565-2551 Email: wyborski.larry@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA64 _______________________________________________________________________ 3040. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS FOR CONTRACTORS PERFORMING SERVICES ONSITE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 10/08/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Paul Schaffer Phone: 202-564-4366 Fax: 202 565-2475 Email: schaffer.paul@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA80 _______________________________________________________________________ 3041. CONTINUATION OF IMPLEMENTING THE EMPOWERMENT INITIATIVE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 10/08/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Jill Robbins Phone: 202-566-1981 Fax: 202 565-2475 Email: robbins.jill@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA81 _______________________________________________________________________ 3042. ON-SITE AND OFF-SITE BACKGROUND CHECKS PERFORMED BY EPA AND CONTRACTORS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1511; 48 CFR 1552 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 10/08/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Judy Davis Phone: 202-564-4310 Email: davis.judy@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA85 _______________________________________________________________________ 3043. CONTRACT BUNDLING REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant CFR Citation: 48 CFR 1519; 48 CFR 1552 Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Withdrawn 07/22/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Susan Kantrowitz Phone: 202-564-4317 Email: kantrowitz.susan@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2030-AA86 _______________________________________________________________________ 3044. WASTE ISOLATION PILOT PLANT (WIPP) FY 2002 REPORT TO CONGRESS Priority: Info./Admin./Other CFR Citation: None Completed: ________________________________________________________________________ Reason Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Report to Congress 06/04/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Agency Contact: Raymond Lee Phone: 202-343-9463 Email: lee.raymond@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK79 _______________________________________________________________________ 3045. INTENT TO EVALUATE WHETHER THE WASTE ISOLATION PILOT PLANT CONTINUES TO COMPLY WITH THE 40 CFR PART 191 DISPOSAL REGULATIONS AND THE 40 CFR PART 194 COMPLIANCE CRITERIA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 102-579; Land Withdrawal Act CFR Citation: 40 CFR 191; 40 CFR 194 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Compliance Application Guidance (previously titled Format and Content Guide) will be a guidance document for 40 CFR 194 compliance criteria. These criteria are being developed pursuant to the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) Land Withdrawal Act and EPA's radioactive waste disposal standards (40 CFR 191). The compliance criteria are proceeding separately in the regulatory process. These criteria include a number of requirements that will be used by EPA to determine if the Department of Energy's (DOE) application to open the WIPP complies with 40 CFR 191. The Format and Content Guide for 40 CFR 194 will 1) provide more detailed information on the completeness requirements discussed in the criteria, and it will 2) be used by EPA to judge if DOE has submitted in its application the information required by 40 CFR 194. There may be overlap in this Format and Content Guide and RCRA information needs. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice 05/24/04 69 FR 29646 [[Page 73812]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3538.1; Split from RIN 2060-AG09. Agency Contact: Raymond Lee, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6602J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9463 Email: lee.raymond@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM60 _______________________________________________________________________ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Prerule Stage Clean Air Act (CAA) _______________________________________________________________________ 3046. REVISION TO POLICY ON CONTROL OF VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS (VOC) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.100(s) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA is considering the proposal of revisions to its policy on control of volatile organic compounds (VOC), including the use of photochemical reactivity in controlling VOCs. As a first step, an ANPRM will be issued soliciting public comment on various policy options. Subsequent steps could range from taking no further action to publishing a policy statement in the Federal Register. The ANPRM is to announce that EPA is considering revision of its VOC policy which appeared in the July 8, 1977 Federal Register (42 FR 35314) under the title ``Recommended Policy on Control of Volatile Organic Compounds.'' That policy statement gave a broad description about how EPA would approach VOC control. This policy also said that we would be exempting certain organic compounds from control in volatile organic compound regulations (to meet ozone ambient air quality limits) due to these compounds having very low ozone forming potential. A list of exempt compounds was later codified in the definition of VOC at 40 CFR 51.100(s) which was adopted on February 3, 1992 (57 FR 3941) for use in State Implementation Plans. The ANPRM will ask for public comments on various approaches EPA may use in the future to take photochemical reactivity into account in controlling VOCs. The ANPRM could lead to a policy statement, such as the 1977 policy statement, which would give a broad outline of the new approach EPA would take in the future. This would not be a rulemaking, but the revised policy could lead to new rules being adopted still further in the future. (Any such rules would be separately noticed in the Regulatory Agenda.) For example, the ANPRM could eventually lead to a revision of the definition of VOC at 40 CFR 51.100(s). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Additional Information: SAN No. 4759; Agency Contact: William L. Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5245 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: johnson.williaml@epamail.epa.gov Terry Keating, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6103A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-1174 Fax: 202 564-1554 Email: keating.terry@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK75 _______________________________________________________________________ 3047. REQUEST FOR COMMENTS ON POTENTIALLY INADEQUATE MONITORING IN CLEAN AIR APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS AND ON METHODS TO IMPROVE SUCH MONITORING Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 61 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) is to ask for public comments to help us identify potentially inadequate monitoring in Federal and State air quality standards and rules with respect to the monitoring requirements of title V of the Clean Air Act. The ANPRM would also ask for comments on methods to improve such monitoring. Specifically, we are seeking stakeholder input to identify potentially inadequate monitoring in applicable requirements, including NSPS, NESHAP, and State SI rules. We are also seeking suggestions as to the best programmatic methods to improve such monitoring, perhaps by conducting rulemaking to revise the monitoring in the applicable requirements directly. In our final ``umbrella monitoring rule'' published January 22, 2004, EPA explained its interpretation of the umbrella monitoring provisions of the operating permit program rules (part 70/71). We explained that those provisions do not establish a separate basis for establishing monitoring that would be different from any monitoring that may be required under the ``periodic monitoring'' rules. In addition, we stated that to satisfy the umbrella monitoring rules, operating permits must contain all monitoring required by the periodic monitoring rules and all monitoring required by applicable requirements, such as monitoring required by NSPS, NESHAP, the compliance assurance monitoring rule, and SIP rules. Also in the umbrella monitoring rule, EPA announced a strategy for improving monitoring in applicable requirements, where necessary, through rulemaking or other programmatic means, rather than solely by improving monitoring in operating permits on a case-by-case basis using the part 70 and part 71 rules. This strategy for improving monitoring is consistent with a legal settlement we entered into with UARG and other industry trade groups over EPA's title V monitoring policy. This ANPRM is an important part of that strategy. [[Page 73813]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4699.1; Split from RIN 2060-AK29 Agency Contact: Jeff Herring, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-3195 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: herring.jeff@epamail.epa.gov Steve Hitte, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304- 04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-0886 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: hitte.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM63 _______________________________________________________________________ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Proposed Rule Stage Clean Air Act (CAA) _______________________________________________________________________ 3048. REVIEW NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS FOR CARBON MONOXIDE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7409 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, May 31, 2001, Clean Air Act requires reviews every five years. Abstract: Review of the national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for carbon monoxide (CO) every 5 years is mandated by the Clean Air Act. This review assesses the available scientific data about the health and environmental effects of CO and translates the science into terms that can be used in making recommendations about whether or how the standards should be changed. The last review of the CO NAAQS was completed in 1994 with a final decision that revisions were not appropriate at that time. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/05 Final Action 05/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4266; Agency Contact: Dave Mckee, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5288 Fax: 919 541-0237 Email: mckee.dave@epamail.epa.gov Harvey Richmond, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5271 Fax: 919 541-0237 Email: richmond.harvey@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AI43 _______________________________________________________________________ 3049. AMENDMENTS TO METHOD 24 (WATER-BASED COATINGS) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 15, 2001. Abstract: The determination of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) content of a surface coating by reference Method 24 involves determination of its water content and calculation of its VOC content as the difference of the two measurements (volatile content minus water content). Method 24 is inherently less precise for water-based coatings than it is for solvent-based coatings and the imprecision increases as water content increases. This action will amend Method 24 by adding a direct measurement procedure for measuring VOC content of water-based coatings, thereby improving the method's precision. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/05 Final Action 03/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3649; Agency Contact: Candace Sorrell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D205-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-1064 Fax: 919 541-1039 Email: sorrell.candace@epamail.epa.gov Conniesue Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D205-02, D205-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-7774 Email: oldham.conniesue@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AF72 _______________________________________________________________________ 3050. GENERAL CONFORMITY REGULATIONS; REVISIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401-7671 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.850 to 51.860; 40 CFR 93.150 to 93.160 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Section 176(c) of the Clean Air Act prohibits Federal entities from taking actions which do not conform to the State implementation plan (SIP) for the attainment and maintenance of the national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS). In November 1993, EPA promulgated two sets of regulations to implement section 176(c). First, on November 24, EPA promulgated the Transportation Conformity Regulations to establish the criteria and procedures for determining that transportation plans, programs, and projects which are funded under title 23 U.S.C. or the Federal Transit Act conform with the SIP. Then, on November 30, EPA promulgated regulations, known as the General Conformity Regulations, to ensure that other Federal actions also conformed to the SIPs. The EPA has not reviewed or revised the General Conformity Regulations since their 1993 promulgation. Several Federal agencies have identified concerns over the implementation of the General Conformity Regulations, including the [[Page 73814]] requirements for areas designated nonattainment for the newly promulgated NAAQS. In conjunction with an ad hoc work group of representatives from several Federal agencies, EPA will review the implementation of the General Conformity Regulations. The EPA will then propose and promulgate any appropriate revision to those regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Final Action 11/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4070; Agency Contact: Annie Nikbakht, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5246 Fax: 919-541-0824 Email: nikbakht.annie@epamail.epa.gov Dave Stonefield, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5350 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: stonefield.dave@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AH93 _______________________________________________________________________ 3051. NSPS AND EMISSION GUIDELINES FOR OTHER SOLID WASTE INCINERATORS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7509; CAA 129 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 30, 2004. Final, Judicial, November 30, 2005. Abstract: Section 129 of the Clean Air Act of 1990 requires the Agency to promulgate New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and Emission Guidelines (EG) for solid waste incinerators. Section 129 specifically required the Administrator to publish a schedule for regulating Other Solid Waste Incinerators (OSWI). A notice published on November 9, 2000 announced that the Administrator would promulgate OSWI standards by November 15, 2005. The notice also listed what classes of incinerators might be covered by the OSWI standards. Standards will be set for the following pollutants: particulate matter, opacity, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen chloride, oxides of nitrogen, carbon monoxide, lead cadmium, mercury, and dioxins and dibenzofurans. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Prop. Stds & Guidance 11/09/00 65 FR 67357 Notice 11/09/00 65 FR 66850 NPRM 12/00/04 Final Action 12/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Local, State Additional Information: SAN No. 3751; Agency Contact: Fred Porter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5251 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: porter.fred@epamail.epa.gov Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C-439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919 541-1045 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: wayland.robertj@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AG31 _______________________________________________________________________ 3052. REVIEW OF NEW SOURCES AND MODIFICATIONS IN INDIAN COUNTRY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: As required by the Clean Air Act's New Source Review (NSR) provisions, the EPA is proposing Federal regulations governing preconstruction permitting of major and minor stationary sources of air pollution in Indian country. Pursuant to the tribal Air Rule, eligible Indian tribes may receive EPA authorization to develop and implement such programs. The Federal NSR permitting programs would be effective throughout Indian country and would be implemented by EPA if eligible Indian Tribes do not elect, or do not receive authorization, to manage such programs. The proposed Federal NSR rule would require sources in Indian country, with certain exceptions, to obtain a permit prior to construction if they are: (1) New minor sources, (2) existing minor sources undergoing modification, (3) new major sources in nonattainment areas in Indian country, or (4) existing major sources in nonattainment areas in Indian country undergoing minor modification. The proposed rule also would allow new or existing stationary sources of regulated NSR pollutants and HAPs to accept enforceable limits on their production capacity or hours of operation in order to be considered minor sources and avoid being subject to other Clean Air Act requirements such as the title V operating permits program. These rules would not impose any mandates on tribal governments to implement NSR permitting programs. Tribal governments may be affected, however, insofar as they own or operate sources that must obtain a permit from the EPA under the final Federal permitting program regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/05 Final Action 03/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal Energy Effects: Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by Executive Order 13211. Additional Information: SAN No. 3975; Agency Contact: Raj Rao, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5344 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: rao.raj@epamail.epa.gov Mark Sendzik, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339- 03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5534 Email: sendzik.mark@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AH37 [[Page 73815]] _______________________________________________________________________ 3053. CLEAN AIR FINE PARTICLE IMPLEMENTATION RULE Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 118 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 2060-AK74 _______________________________________________________________________ 3054. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION 16 - SPECIFICATIONS AND TEST PROCEDURES FOR PREDICTIVE EMISSION MONITORING SYSTEMS IN STATIONARY SOURCES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Performance Specification 16 is being proposed to provide performance criteria for predictive emission monitoring systems. Predictive systems represent a new technology that uses process information or parameters to predict pollutant emissions instead of directly measuring them. The Agency is allowing their use in recently- promulgated rules and they are being considered by a number of regulated facilities. The specification lists the requirements for acceptable systems that are met by passing tests that compare the monitoring system with standardized methods and audit gases to determine system accuracy and stability. Performance Specification 16 will primarily apply to facilities whose emissions can be predicted from process parameters such as combustion processes (including gas turbines and internal combustion engines). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Final Action 11/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State Additional Information: SAN No. 4119; Sectors Affected: 336399 All Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing; 333618 Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing; 33241 Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing; 333611 Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Unit Manufacturing Agency Contact: Foston Curtis, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD- 19, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-1063 Email: curtis.foston@epamail.epa.gov Conniesue Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D205-02, D205-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-7774 Email: oldham.conniesue@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AH84 _______________________________________________________________________ 3055. STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR NEW STATIONARY SOURCES: MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILLS: AMENDMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401; 42 USC 7411; 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7416; 42 USC 7429; 42 USC 7601 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60.750; 40 CFR 60.751; 40 CFR 60.752(b)(2)(iii)(B); 40 CFR 60.752(b)(2)(iii)(C); 40 CFR 60.752(b)(2)(iii)(D); 40 CFR 60758 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will amend the existing regulation entitled Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources: Municipal Solid Waste Landfills, subpart WWW of 40 CFR Part 60, promulgated on March 12, 1996. The amendment is being undertaken in response to requests to clarify our intent regarding what constitutes an adequate landfill gas treatment system. This action also clarifies our intent to exempt from control landfill gas that is treated/upgraded. Furthermore, it clarifies who is responsible for control of untreated landfill gas that is sold. This action is necessary to clarify our intent regarding the issues discussed above. It will improve implementation and compliance with this regulation. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Proposed Amdmt 05/23/02 67 FR 36476 Supplemental NPRM 12/00/04 Final Action 12/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4478; Sectors Affected: 562212 Solid Waste Landfill Agency Contact: Jolynn Collins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5671 Fax: 919 685-3208 Email: collins.jolynn@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ41 _______________________________________________________________________ 3056. NESHAP: PRINTING AND PUBLISHING INDUSTRY; AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 15, 1994, -. Abstract: The amendments will clarify the rule and ensure it reflects the EPA's intent. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Final Action 06/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local Additional Information: SAN No. 4310; Agency Contact: Dave Salman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-0859 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: salman.dave@epamail.epa.gov Elaine Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5499 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: manning.elaine@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AI66 [[Page 73816]] _______________________________________________________________________ 3057. PORTLAND CEMENT MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY NESHAP: AMENDMENT TO IMPLEMENT COURT REMAND Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.1340 to 63.1359 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry NESHAP was promulgated June 14, 1999, and has been codified in 40 Code of Federal Regulations 63, subpart LLL. The Sierra Club and the National Lime Association petitioned the court to review Subpart LLL, while the American Portland Cement Alliance (APCA) opted to negotiate a settlement agreement. On December 15, 2000, a panel of the D.C. Circuit issued its opinion in National Lime Assn v. EPA. The Court remanded the three standards for which we established floors of no control (hydrogen chloride (HCl), total hydrocarbon (THC), and mercury (Hg)). The Court found that we committed error in not considering other means of control, in particular, control of HAPs in raw materials and in fossil fuels. The Court also remanded that we consider setting beyond-the- floor standards for HAP metals, for which particulate matter (PM) is a surrogate. This action will consist of amendments to respond to the court remand. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4585; Sectors Affected: 32731 Cement Manufacturing Agency Contact: Joe Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-05, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5446 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: wood.joe@epamail.epa.gov David Cozzie, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504- 05, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5356 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: cozzie.david@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ78 _______________________________________________________________________ 3058. NESHAP: ETHYLENE OXIDE FOR STERILIZATION FACILITIES--RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 6, 2002. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA codified in 40 CFR part 63, subpart O. This source category covers ethylene oxide commercial sterilizers. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. We have completed the risk assessment, received Work Group comments, and are planning to submit for internal peer review. The assessment results show cancer incidence less than 1. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4654; Sectors Affected: 3254 Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing; 311942 Spice and Extract Manufacturing Agency Contact: David Markwordt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-0837 Fax: 919-541-0942 Email: markwordt.david@epamail.epa.gov Laura McKelvey, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5497 Fax: 919-541-0942 Email: mckelvey.laura@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK09 _______________________________________________________________________ 3059. NESHAP: GASOLINE DISTRIBUTION (STAGE I) RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 14, 2002. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. The facilities covered by the 112(d) standard and under investigation in this project include both bulk gasoline terminals and pipeline breakout stations that emit or at plant sites that emit major source levels of air toxics. Initial risk analyses have determined that there are some facilities with non-low risk. An ample margin of safety demonstration is under development. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4655; Agency Contact: Steve Shedd, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5397 Fax: 919 685-3195 Email: shedd.steve@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK10 _______________________________________________________________________ 3060. NESHAP: INDUSTRIAL PROCESS COOLING TOWERS RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 [[Page 73817]] Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 30, 2002. Abstract: A national emission standard for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for industrial process cooling towers (IPCT) was previously promulgated under section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act. That standard effectively bans the use of chromium-based water treatment chemicals in IPCT used to remove heat from chemical or industrial processes. The Clean Air Act section 112(f) requires us to assess within 8 years of promulgation of a NESHAP the remaining risk to the public and to develop additional more stringent standards if such standards are needed to protect the public health with an ample margin of safety. This action is to examine the remaining risk from IPCT and, if warranted, to develop new risk based standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4660; Agency Contact: Phil Mulrine, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5289 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: mulrine.phil@epamail.epa.gov Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK16 _______________________________________________________________________ 3061. NESHAP: PERCHLOROETHYLENE DRY CLEANING FACILITIES RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA developed technology-based emission standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the Clean Air Act, is to assess residual risks and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/05 Final Action 05/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4662; Sectors Affected: 81232 Drycleaning and Laundry Services (except Coin- Operated) Agency Contact: Rhea Jones, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-2940 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: jones.rhea@epamail.epa.gov Elaine Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5499 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: manning.elaine@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK18 _______________________________________________________________________ 3062. NESHAP: MAGNETIC TAPE MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS RESIDUAL RISK STANDARD Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 15, 2002, -. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. The facilities covered by the 112(d) standard and under investigation in the project are Magnetic Tape coatings facilities that manufacture audio and video recording and computer information storage, and emit major source levels of air toxics. There are a total of six facilities manufacturing magnetic tape in the nation. Half of these are located in the State of Alabama. We have completed the risk assessment, received Work Group comments, and are preparing for internal peer review. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4669; Sectors Affected: 334613 Magnetic and Optical Recording Media Manufacturing; 33461 Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media Agency Contact: Lynn Dail, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C-539-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-2363 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: dail.lynn@epamail.epa.gov Elaine Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5499 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: manning.elaine@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK23 _______________________________________________________________________ 3063. NESHAP: HAZARDOUS ORGANIC NESHAP (HON) AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CAA 112 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action proposes to amend the Hazardous Organic NESHAP to allow vapor balancing as a control option for storage vessels. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Direct Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4712; Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air [[Page 73818]] and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5402 Email: mcdonald.randy@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK49 _______________________________________________________________________ 3064. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR CHROMIUM EMISSIONS FROM HARD AND DECORATIVE CHROMIUM ELECTROPLATING AND CHROMIUM ANODIZING TANKS-- RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, January 25, 2003. Abstract: A national emission standard for chromium emissions from hard and decorative chromium electroplating and chromium anodizing tanks was previously promulgated under section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act. That standard set emission limits for chromium emissions from hard and decorative chromium electroplating and chromium anodizing tanks. The Clean Air Act section 112(f) requires us to assess within 8 years of promulgation of a NESHAP the remaining risk to the public and to develop additional more stringent standards if such standards are needed to protect the public health with an ample margin of safety. This action is to examine the remaining risk from hard and decorative chromium electroplating and chromium anodizing tanks and, if warranted, to develop new risk based standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Additional Information: SAN No. 4750; Agency Contact: Phil Mulrine, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5289 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: mulrine.phil@epamail.epa.gov Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK72 _______________________________________________________________________ 3065. PETITION TO DELIST HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANT : 4,4'-METHYLENE DIPHENYL DIISOCYANATE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Clean Air Act requires EPA to regulate 188 compounds that are listed as air toxics, also known as hazardous air pollutants. Air toxics are those pollutants known, or suspected, to cause cancer and other human health problems. The law allows EPA to consider petitions to modify the list, by adding or removing substances. Individuals seeking to remove a substance must demonstrate that there are adequate data to determine that emissions, outdoor concentrations, bioaccumulation, or atmospheric deposition of the substance may not reasonably be anticipated to damage human health or the environment. The Agency received a petition to remove 4,4'-Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI) from the American Chemistry Council on December 26, 2002. Once EPA receives a petition, it conducts two reviews: a completeness review, to determine whether there is sufficient information on which to base a decision; and a technical review, to evaluate the merits of the petition. The EPA also requests and considers information from the public. After a comprehensive technical review of both the petition and the information received from the public to determine whether the petition satisfies the requirements of the CAA, the review team is required to make a recommendation to the Administrator on whether to grant the petition. If the Administrator decides to grant a petition, a proposed rule is published in the Federal Register which proposes a modification of the HAP list and presents the reasoning for doing so. The proposed rule is open to public comment and public hearing and all additional substantive information received during the public's involvement is evaluated prior to the decision on the issuance of a final rule. However, if the Administrator decides to deny a petition, a notice setting forth an explanation of the reasons for denial is published instead. A notice of denial constitutes final Agency action of nationwide scope and applicability, and is subject to judicial review as provided in the CAA. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4782; Agency Contact: Scott Jenkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404-01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-1167 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: jenkins.scott@epamail.epa.gov Dave Guinnup, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404- 01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5368 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: guinnup.dave@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK84 _______________________________________________________________________ 3066. NESHAP: HAZARDOUS ORGANIC NESHAP (HON) RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, April 22, 2003, -. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. This rule will cover the major sources of air emissions [[Page 73819]] within the synthetic organic chemical industry. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4659; Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5402 Email: mcdonald.randy@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK14 _______________________________________________________________________ 3067. NATIONAL VOC EMISSION STANDARDS FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS; PROPOSED AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7511b CFR Citation: 40 CFR 59 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Amendments to the consumer products rule are being proposed to clarify and correct the rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/05 Final Action 01/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4309; Sectors Affected: 32599 All Other Chemical Product Manufacturing Agency Contact: Bruce Moore, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5460 Fax: 919 541-0072 Email: moore.bruce@epamail.epa.gov Penny Lassiter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5396 Fax: 919 541-0072 Email: lassiter.penny@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AI62 _______________________________________________________________________ 3068. CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS FROM MOBILE SOURCES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 42 USC 7521 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80; 40 CFR 86 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Motor vehicles are significant contributors to national emissions of several hazardous air pollutants. These pollutants are known or suspected to have serious health or environmental impacts. Reducing emissions of these pollutants will reduce risk to public health and welfare. The Clean Air Act requires EPA to periodically revise requirements to control emissions of these pollutants from mobile sources. EPA committed to this rulemaking in the preamble of the last rulemaking on this topic, promulgated on March 29, 2001. This rule will address the need for additional requirements, beyond those associated with existing programs and other forthcoming rules, to control hazardous air pollutants (air toxics) from motor vehicles, nonroad engines and vehicles, and their fuels. Previous mobile source programs for highway and nonroad sources and fuels have already reduced air toxics significantly and will provide substantial further reductions in coming years as new standards and programs are phased in. This mobile-source air toxics rule will provide an overview of these mobile source programs and associated toxics emissions reductions. The rule will then address potential changes to gasoline fuel parameters to reduce toxics such as benzene and the potential for additional vehicle controls. We are also considering portable fuel container controls due to their significant contribution to VOC emissions overall and the potential for exposure to evaporative benzene emissions. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/05 Final Action 01/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4748; Sectors Affected: 3361 Motor Vehicle Manufacturing; 3363 Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing; 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 4227 Petroleum and Petroleum Products Wholesalers Agency Contact: Christopher Lieske, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, ASD, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4584 Fax: 734 214-4050 Email: lieske.christopher@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK70 _______________________________________________________________________ 3069. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: ADJUSTING ALLOWANCES FOR CLASS I SUBSTANCES FOR EXPORT TO ARTICLE 5 COUNTRIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action reinforces the economic incentives related to the transition of Article 5 countries to ozone-depleting substance alternatives. Currently, Article 5 allowances are determined as a percentage of total production allowances assigned to U.S. companies for Class I ozone-depleting substances. In accordance with the Beijing Amendments of the Montreal Protocol, this action establishes Article 5 allowances independently of total production allowances. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No [[Page 73820]] Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4697; Agency Contact: Kate Choban, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9337 Fax: 202-343-2338 Email: choban.kate@epamail.epa.gov Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9185 Fax: 202-565-2155 Email: land.tom@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK45 _______________________________________________________________________ 3070. FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN (FIP) FOR THE BILLINGS/LAUREL, MONTANA SULFUR DIOXIDE (SO2) AREA Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: 12 USC 1701 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The State of Montana submitted a sulfur dioxide (SO2) State Implementation Plan (SIP) for the Billings/Laurel, Montana area. On 5/ 2/02 and 5/22/03 we partially and limitedly approved and partially and limitedly disapproved Montana's SO2 SIP for Billings/Laurel. EPA intends to propose a Federal Implementation Plan (FIP) to cover those parts of the State's plan we disapproved. EPA's FIP will assure that the Billings/Laurel area will attain and maintain the SO2 NAAQS. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4542; Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries Agency Contact: Laurie Ostrand, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office Denver, 8P-AR, Denver, CO 80202 Phone: 303-312-6437 Fax: 303 312-6064 Email: ostrand.laurie@epamail.epa.gov Cynthia Cody, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office Denver, 8P-AR, Denver, CO 80202 Phone: 303-312-6228 Fax: 303 312-6064 Email: cody.cynthia@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2008-AA00 _______________________________________________________________________ 3071. INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE RECALL REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7511(a)(2)(b); 42 USC 7511(a)(2)(b)(2) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action specifies requirements for enhanced I/M programs to establish a program to ensure compliance with recall notices. This is pursuant to the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/05 Final Action 05/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3262; Agency Contact: Buddy Polovick, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4928 Fax: 734 214-4052 Email: polovick.buddy@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AE22 _______________________________________________________________________ 3072. AMBIENT AIR QUALITY MONITORING REGULATIONS: REVISIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50 (Revision); 40 CFR 53 (Revision); 40 CFR 58 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Air pollution control authorities use air quality data to determine compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards and in subsequent work to develop air pollution mitigation strategies. The data come primarily from ambient air monitoring stations run by State and local agencies, although Federal, tribal, and industrial organizations also run stations. The design of the monitoring networks is regulated under 40 CFR 58. This rule was originally written in 1979 and several revisions have been made in the intervening years. Air pollution control authorities have improved their parts of the network in response to changes in air quality, advances in the understanding of the movements and health effects of air pollutants, and developments in air pollution measurement technology. EPA has also cooperated with air pollution control authorities to improve the networks, but we have not revised the applicable regulations comprehensively. The proposed revisions would remove real or perceived constraints on redeploying air monitoring stations; more accurately reflect the roles of EPA and other control authorities in designing, reviewing, and modifying networks; bring provisions related to quality assurance up to date; and recognize technological changes. The current regulations require states to develop plans to deploy air monitoring networks. States generally develop new plans only when new monitoring is needed, such as for a new NAAQS. The regulations need to be revised to reflect the roles of EPA and the State and local agencies. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/05 Final Action 03/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4421; Sectors Affected: 92411 Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management; 334519 Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing URL For Public Comments: oar-2004-0018 Agency Contact: Tim Hanley, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-02, Washington, DC 20460 [[Page 73821]] Phone: 919-541-4417 Fax: 919 541-1903 Email: hanley.tim@epamail.epa.gov Michael Papp, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339- 02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-2408 Fax: 919 541-1903 Email: papp.michael@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ25 _______________________________________________________________________ 3073. CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM MOTOR VEHICLES AND ENGINES: ALTERNATIVE LOW-SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL TRANSITION PROGRAM FOR ALASKA Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a); 42 USC 7625- 1 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 69 and 80 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will carry out a flexibility provision for Alaska that was included in EPA's heavy-duty diesel rule, which was promulgated on January 18, 2001. That rule established more stringent national emission standards for heavy-duty highway vehicles and engines for the 2007 model year, and a technology-enabling sulfur limit of 15 ppm for highway diesel fuel beginning in 2006. In that rule, EPA recognized Alaska's unique geographical, meteorological, air quality, and economic factors and provided Alaska an opportunity to develop its own plan to transition to low-sulfur highway diesel fuel, as an alternative to the national transition program. Our goal in offering this flexibility is to transition Alaska into the low-sulfur fuel program in a manner that minimizes costs, while ensuring that the new vehicles and engines receive the low-sulfur fuel they need. As stated in the Federal Register notice for the diesel rule, if Alaska submits an alternative plan by April 1, 2002, and if EPA determines that it provides a reasonable alternative, EPA intends to initiate rulemaking and, within one year from the date of Alaska's submittal, promulgate a final rule to incorporate the alternative plan. A stakeholder process to develop options is already underway in Alaska, and the State informed EPA that it intends to submit an alternative transition plan in late 2001 or early 2002. This action will be in response to that anticipated submittal. We are also adding a related re-proposal to implement nationwide diesel fuel content standards for nonroad, locomotive and marine engines as it applies to Alaska's rural areas. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4570; Sectors Affected: 336112 Light Truck and Utility Vehicle Manufacturing Agency Contact: Richard Babst, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, EN-340-F, 6406-J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9473 Fax: 202 343-2801 Email: babst.richard@epamail.epa.gov Paul Machiele, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6407, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4264 Fax: 734 214-4050 Email: machiele.paul@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ72 _______________________________________________________________________ 3074. MODIFICATION OF AUTHORITY TO GRANT ALTERNATIVE METHOD APPROVALS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Currently, stationary source regulations cite specific test methods to demonstrate compliance. If a source locates a test method which will measure the regulated pollutant(s) with similar precision and accuracy to the method cited in the regulation, and would like to use the alternative method, the source must petition the EPA (along with data documenting the applicability of the alternative) to allow the alternative method. Each of these alternative method approvals by letter may currently only be granted to a specific source. Source category-wide approvals must be published for comment in the Federal Register. Due to budgetary and time constraints, the process constrains industry trade associations from developing and submitting alternative test methods. Therefore, the purpose of this rulemaking is to modify the regulations to allow source category-wide alternative method approvals to be issued by letter. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN 4547. Agency Contact: Rima Howell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D205-02, EMC Building, D205-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-0443 Fax: 919 541-1039 Email: howell.rima@epamail.epa.gov Conniesue Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D205-02, D205-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-7774 Email: oldham.conniesue@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ83 _______________________________________________________________________ 3075. PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONTINUOUS PARAMETER MONITORING SYSTEMS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 app B; 40 CFR 60 app F Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action proposes Performance Specification 17 (PS-17), Quality Assurance (QA) Procedure 4, and amendments to appendix F, QA Procedure 1. Performance Specification 17 and QA Procedure 4 apply to continuous parameter monitoring systems (CPMS). Many of the rules promulgated under 40 CFR part 63 require owners and operators of affected emission units to install and operate CPMS to monitor various parameters, such as temperature, pressure, flow rate, and pH, associated with the operation and performance of emission control devices. However, [[Page 73822]] few, if any, of those rules specify complete procedures for ensuring the quality of the data measured by CPMS. The proposed PS-17 establishes procedures and other requirements that will ensure that those CPMS are properly selected, installed, and placed into operation. The proposed QA Procedure 4 specifies procedures that will ensure that those CPMS provide quality data on an ongoing basis. Both PS-17 and QA Procedure 4 will help to ensure compliance with emission limitations established under 40 CFR part 63. Procedure 1 of appendix F currently addresses QA procedures for continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS) that measure a single pollutant. The proposed amendments to QA Procedure 1 broadens the procedure to address the unique requirements of CEMS that are used for monitoring multiple pollutants. Because several of the regulations promulgated under 40 CFR part 63 require multiple pollutant CEMS, these amendments are needed to ensure those CEMS are operated in a manner that ensures the quality of the emission data collected. This action is not expected to have any impacts on small entities or State, local, or tribal governments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4584; Sectors Affected: 31-33 Manufacturing; 21 Mining; 486 Pipeline Transportation; 562213 Solid Waste Combustors and Incinerators; 562212 Solid Waste Landfill; 22 Utilities Agency Contact: Barrett Parker, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, EN-341W, D205-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5635 Fax: 919 541-0516 Email: parker.barrett@epamail.epa.gov Fred Thompson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2707 Email: thompson.fred@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ86 _______________________________________________________________________ 3076. CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS FROM MOBILE SOURCES: DEFAULT BASELINE REVISION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7521(1); 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, October 31, 2001, 80.855(b)(2) directs EPA to revise the default baseline by this date. Abstract: The final rule, Control of Emissions of Hazardous Air Pollutants From Mobile Sources (66 FR 17230, 3/29/01), directed EPA to revise the default toxics baselines in the rule to include year 2000 data when it becomes available. When revised, the default toxics baseline values will be the average toxics values for gasoline over the period 1998-2000. This data is now available, and this rule will promulgate those revised baseline values. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4621; Agency Contact: Christine Brunner, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4287 Fax: 734 214-4816 Email: brunner.christine@epamail.epa.gov Paul Cort, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, ORC2, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 415-972-3921 Fax: 415-972-3570 Email: cort.paul@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ97 _______________________________________________________________________ 3077. MODIFICATION OF ANTI-DUMPING BASELINES FOR GASOLINE PRODUCED OR IMPORTED FOR USE IN HAWAII, ALASKA AND THE U.S. TERRITORIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: ``Dumping'' refers to the practice whereby refiners making clean fuels for certain markets (such as reformulated gasoline for clean-air purposes) take the pollutants removed from the clean fuels and ``dump'' them into other fuels they are producing for other markets. This, if allowed, would make those other fuels even dirtier than before, and so the Clean Air Act prohibits this practice. EPA has existing ``anti-dumping'' rules on the books that codify this Clean Air Act prohibition. This action proposes to allow refiners and importers of conventional gasoline produced or imported for use in Hawaii, Alaska, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands to petition EPA to modify their baselines to use the most appropriate seasonal baseline and Complex Model for purposes of compliance with the RFG program's anti-dumping requirements. Specifically, this action would allow refiners and importers to petition EPA to use the summer Complex Model for all anti-dumping baseline and compliance determinations for conventional gasoline produced or imported for use in Hawaii, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. This action would allow refiners and importers to petition EPA to use the winter Complex Model for all anti-dumping baseline and compliance purposes in Alaska. We are proposing this action to address certain inconsistencies in the RFG program's anti-dumping provisions which may have significant unintended negative impacts on refiners and importers. Today's proposed actions would not compromise the environmental goals of the RFG program, or result in any environmental degradation. Today's proposed actions would not have any negative impact on small businesses or state/local/tribal governments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4632; [[Page 73823]] Agency Contact: Marilyn Bennett, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9624 Fax: 202 343-2803 Email: bennett.marilyn@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK02 _______________________________________________________________________ 3078. TRANSPORTATION CONFORMITY RULE AMENDMENTS FOR NEW 8-HOUR OZONE AND PM2.5 NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401-7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 and 93 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The transportation conformity rule ensures that transportation planning is consistent with a state's plans for achieving the air quality standards. These amendments to the existing transportation conformity rule are necessary as a result of the new 8- hour ozone and PM2.5 air quality standards. The main issues that will be addressed in these amendments are the regional emissions tests that apply before new SIPs are submitted and which particulate matter provisions of the rule apply to PM2.5. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/05/03 68 FR 62690 Final Action 07/01/04 69 FR 40004 Correction Notice 07/20/04 69 FR 43325 Supplemental NPRM 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Local Additional Information: SAN No. 4811; 2060-AI56 was merged into this action May 2004 Agency Contact: Rudolph Kapichak, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4574 Fax: 734 214-4052 Email: kapichak.rudolph@epamail.epa.gov Laura Berry, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4858 Fax: 734 214-4052 Email: berry.laura@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL73 _______________________________________________________________________ 3079. PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION (PSD) AND NONATTAINMENT NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR): ALLOWABLES PLANTWIDE APPLICABILITY LIMIT (PAL), AGGREGATION, AND DEBOTTLENECKING Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 119 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 2060-AL75 _______________________________________________________________________ 3080. SECTION 126 RULE: WITHDRAWAL OF FINDINGS FOR SOURCES IN MICHIGAN Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52.34 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: In response to petitions submitted by four northeastern States, in January 2000, EPA issued the Section 126 Rule which required sources in Michigan and certain other States to reduce nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions for the purpose of reducing interstate ozone transport. EPA coordinated the Section 126 Rule with another rule known as the NOx State implementation plan (SIP) Call, which also addresses ozone transport in the eastern half of the United States. EPA established a mechanism in the Section 126 Rule whereby the rule would be withdrawn for sources in a State if the State submitted, and EPA approved, a SIP that complied with the NOx SIP Call. This was a practical way to address the overlap between the two rules and avoid having sources be subject to two sets of potentially different NOx transport control requirements. As the result of court actions, the compliance dates for the Section 126 Rule and the NOx SIP Call have been delayed and the NOx SIP Call has been divided into two phases. Therefore, in a separate action, EPA proposed to revise the Section 126 Rule withdrawal provision so that it will continue to operate under these new circumstances. Under that proposal, where a State submits a NOx SIP that meets only Phase 1 of the NOx SIP Call, EPA would need to make a determination that the SIP controls the total group of Section 126 sources to the same stringency as the Section 126 Rule would before the Section 126 Rule could be withdrawn. The EPA has since approved the Michigan NOx SIP. In this current action, EPA is proposing that the SIP meets the proposed Section 126 Rule withdrawal criteria, and therefore, EPA is proposing to withdraw the redundant Section 126 Rule for sources in Michigan. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Final Action 04/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local Additional Information: SAN No. 4796; Agency Contact: Carla Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-3347 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: oldham.carla@epamail.epa.gov Doug Grano, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539- 02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-3292 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: grano.doug@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL83 _______________________________________________________________________ 3081. AMENDMENTS TO LEATHER FINISHING NESHAP Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: On February 27, 2002, EPA promulgated National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for the Leather Finishing Operations industry. EPA was subsequently petitioned by two affected facilities concerning the definition of specialty leather. EPA has engaged in negotiations with these facilities concerning the definition and is issuing these technical corrections to address [[Page 73824]] the concerns. The amendments to the rule will clarify the definition of specialty leather and provide a means of determining what kinds of leather meet the definition of specialty leather. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/05 Final Action 01/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4802; Agency Contact: William Schrock, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919 541-5032 Fax: 919 541-3470 Email: schrock.bill@epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL89 _______________________________________________________________________ 3082. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE; ALLOWANCE SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING HCFC PRODUCTION, IMPORT AND EXPORT; CORRECTION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Although an allowance allocation system for controlling hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) production, import, and export was established with publication of the final rule on January 21, 2003 (SAN 4120, RIN 2060-AH67), several issues associated with that system have arisen that need to be amended for clarity and consistency. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4804; Agency Contact: Cindy Newberg, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9729 Fax: 202-343-2337 Email: newberg.cindy@epamail.epa.gov Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9185 Fax: 202-565-2155 Email: land.tom@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL90 _______________________________________________________________________ 3083. AMENDMENTS TO THE NESHAP FOR CELLULOSE PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: On July 11, 2002, EPA promulgated National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for the Cellulose Products Manufacturing industry. The EPA was subsequently petitioned by two affected facilities concerning several issues. The EPA has engaged in negotiations with these facilities concerning the issues and is issuing these amendments to address the concerns. The amendments clarify several definitions and provide clearer and consistent directions on complying with the standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/05 Final Action 02/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4808; Agency Contact: Bill Schrock, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5032 Fax: 919 541-3470 Email: schrock.bill@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL91 _______________________________________________________________________ 3084. CONTROL OF EMISSIONS OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW MOTOR VEHICLES: ON- BOARD DIAGNOSTIC REQUIREMENTS FOR HEAVY-DUTY ENGINES AND VEHICLES ABOVE 14,000 POUNDS AND IN-USE, NOT-TO-EXCEED EMISSION STANDARD TEST Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA is proposing to establish On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) requirements for Heavy-Duty On-Highway and Non-Road vehicles and engines greater than 14,000 pounds gross vehicle weight. This action will also propose to require manufacturers of these vehicles and engines to make available emissions-related service information to after market service providers. OBD systems are intended to monitor the performance of emission controls on these vehicles and engines to ensure proper functionality and compliance with emissions standards. This notice also proposes a manufacturer run in use testing program for heavy-duty engines and vehicles to assess compliance with the applicable not to exceed standards beginning in 2007. This portion of the notice has a court-ordered date for May 2004 and final May 2005 as a result of a settlement between EPA, ARB, and Engine Manufacturers. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/05 Final Action 01/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4809; Agency Contact: Todd Sherwood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4405 [[Page 73825]] Fax: 734 214-4053 Email: sherwood.todd@epamail.epa.gov Holly Pugliese, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4288 Fax: 734 214-4053 Email: pugliese.holly@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL92 _______________________________________________________________________ 3085. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: PROCESS FOR EXEMPTING EMERGENCY USES OF METHYL BROMIDE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 105-277, sec 764 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Under the Clean Air Act and the Montreal Protocol on substances that deplete the ozone layer, this rule will seek to create an exemption for emergency uses of methyl bromide, an ozone depleting substance, after the phase-out date of 2005. This exemption will be limited to no more than 20 metric tons per emergency event. This is a deregulatory action that will decrease burden on producers, importers, distributors and applicators of methyl bromide as well as end-users of methyl bromide who are growers and owners of stored food products while still achieving the environmental objectives of the program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/05 Final Action 12/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4819; Agency Contact: Kate Choban, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9337 Fax: 202-343-2338 Email: choban.kate@epamail.epa.gov Hodayah Finman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9246 Fax: 202 565-2079 Email: finman.hodayah@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL94 _______________________________________________________________________ 3086. 5-YEAR REVIEW OF MACT STANDARDS FOR LARGE MWC Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq. CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, April 28, 2006, -. Abstract: Under section 129 of the Clean Air Act (CAA), EPA is required to adopt and implement maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards for both new and existing large municipal waste combustion units (MWC). Those MACT standards have been adopted and fully implemented with all retrofits completed. Section 129(a)(5)of the CAA requires EPA to review and, if necessary, revise those standards every 5 years. This rulemaking addresses those requirements and is the first 5-year review of the MACT standards. Implementation of these MACT standards has been highly effective and has reduced dioxin/furan emissions by more than 99 percent since 1990 and mercury emissions by more than 95 percent since 1990. Similar reductions have occurred for other CAA section 129 pollutants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/05 Final Action 05/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4829; Agency Contact: Walt Stevenson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C-439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5264 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: stevenson.walt@epamail.epa.gov Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C-439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919 541-1045 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: wayland.robertj@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL97 _______________________________________________________________________ 3087. ALTERNATIVE WORK PRACTICE FOR LEAK DETECTION AND REPAIR Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60, 61, and 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would amend existing regulations controlling emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOC) under the Clean Air Act. These regulations are codified at 40 CFR part 60, 61, and 63. These regulations require periodic leak detection and repair (LDAR) of pumps and valves. The current work practice requires each pump and valve to be individually monitored for leaks. Facilities have had LDAR programs in place for nearly 20 years and view them as burdensome because they are labor intensive. Newer laser based monitoring technology is being developed which will detect leaks at a reduced costs because of the ability to monitor multiple components at one time. This rule would amend the existing regulations to enable the plant operators to use the new technology. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/05 Final Action 04/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4830; Agency Contact: David Markwordt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-0837 Fax: 919-541-0942 Email: markwordt.david@epamail.epa.gov Laura McKelvey, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5497 Fax: 919-541-0942 Email: mckelvey.laura@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL98 [[Page 73826]] _______________________________________________________________________ 3088. CONTROL OF EMISSIONS FROM NEW LOCOMOTIVES AND NEW MARINE DIESEL ENGINES LESS THAN 30 LITERS PER CYLINDER Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 42 USC 7522 to 7621 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 92 and 94 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will set an additional tier of more stringent exhaust emission standards for new locomotives and new marine compression-ignition engines below 30 liters per cylinder. Pollutants to be regulated are primarily nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulates. These new standards are expected to reflect the emission reductions achievable through the application of advanced emission control technologies, including high-efficiency catalytic exhaust emission control devices, and the availability and use of low sulfur diesel fuel. Applying these technologies could result in a 90 percent reduction in exhaust emissions. The standards will build on our existing locomotive and marine diesel engine emission control programs, and will likely be modeled on our highway and nonroad diesel programs. The advanced technologies we are considering would take advantage of the fact that low-sulfur fuel for these engines will already be available as a result of previous regulation in our nonroad program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 06/29/04 69 FR 39276 NPRM 07/00/05 Final Action 05/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal Additional Information: SAN No. 4871; Agency Contact: Jean--Marie Revelt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6401A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4822 Email: revelt.jean-marie@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM06 _______________________________________________________________________ 3089. NESHAP: MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE LANDFILLS--AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.1960; 40 CFR 63.1975; 40 CFR 63.1980 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will address issues concerning the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Municipal Solid Waste Landfills, that was published on January 16, 2003. We will revise the startup, shutdown, and malfunction provisions promulgated in the rule in response to requests for more flexibility. We will clarify that the moisture balance calculations should be calculated on a wet weight basis as a response to requests about the intent of the promulgated rule. We will correct errors in the compliance dates for the rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/05 Final Action 04/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Local, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4846; Agency Contact: Jolynn Collins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5671 Fax: 919 685-3208 Email: collins.jolynn@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM08 _______________________________________________________________________ 3090. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: AMENDMENTS TO THE SECTION 608 LEAK REPAIR REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82, subpart F Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will propose changes and amendments to the refrigerant leak repair regulations (40 CFR 82, subpart F) promulgated under section 608 of the Clean Air Act. The goal of the regulations is to protect the stratospheric ozone layer by promulgating regulations that reduce the use and emissions of ozone-depleting refrigerants to the lowest achievable level. This proposal will clarify the leak repair regulations by requiring that owners and operators of comfort cooling, commercial refrigeration, and industrial process refrigeration appliances that have ozone-depleting charges greater than 50 pounds calculate leak rates, verify all repairs, and document repair efforts. This rulemaking will provide further clarity by adding definitions and discussing compliance scenarios. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/05 Final Action 01/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal Additional Information: SAN No. 4856; Agency Contact: Julius Banks, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washignton, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9870 Fax: 202-565-2155 Email: banks.julius@epamail.epa.gov Nancy Smagin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205- J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9126 Fax: 202 343-2337 Email: smagin.nancy@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM09 _______________________________________________________________________ 3091. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: RESTRICTION ON THE SALES OF PRE-CHARGED SPLIT SYSTEMS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: On January 27, 1995, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) temporarily stayed the sales and distribution restriction for class I and [[Page 73827]] class II ozone-depleting substances (ODSs) used as refrigerants, as it applies to refrigerant contained in appliances without fully assembled refrigerant circuits (i.e., split system air conditioners). On May 9, 1995, EPA extended the stay on the sales and distribution prohibition for class I and class II ODSs used as refrigerants, only as it applies to split systems consisting of parts that are pre-charged with a class I or class II ODS. Today's action proposes to rescind the partial stay, and proposes to restrict the sale of split systems consisting of parts that are pre-charged with a class I or class II ODS, to section 608 technicians certified in accordance with the applicable refrigerant regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4851; Agency Contact: Jabeen Akhtar, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9313 Fax: 202-564-2155 Email: akhtar.jabeen@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM15 _______________________________________________________________________ 3092. NESHAP: AREA SOURCE STANDARDS -- OIL AND NATURAL GAS PRODUCTION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.760 to 779 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 30, 2000, -. Abstract: This regulation is being pursued under the Clean Air Act, Section 112(k). Under section 112(k), EPA developed a national strategy to address air-toxic pollution from ``area'' sources, which are sources that emit hazardous air pollutants (HAP) below the major source level of 10 tons/year of a single HAP and 25 tons/year of all HAP. As part of that strategy, several area-source categories were listed for regulation. Oil and Natural Gas (ONG) production sources was listed as one of those categories, and this rulemaking will address measures to control pollution from ONG facilities. Oil and natural gas production processes are known to emit benzene, toluene, ethyl-benzene and xylene. In 1999, EPA promulgated the NESHAP for Oil and Natural Gas Production. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/05 Final Action 01/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4875; Agency Contact: Greg Nizich, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-3078 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: nizich.greg@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM16 _______________________________________________________________________ 3093. PETITION TO DELIST A HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANT FROM SECTION 112 OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT: METHYL ISOBUTYL KETONE (MIBK) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Ketones Panel of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) has petitioned the Agency to remove methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK) from the Clean Air Act (CAA) hazardous air pollutant (HAP) list. The ACC originally submitted the petition in April of 1997. EPA suspended review of the petition pending the completion of 2-generation reproductive effects study. The study is now complete. On October 17, 2003, the ACC submitted an addendum to the 1997 petition which includes: the results of the 2-generation reproductive effects study, a presentation of the updated EPA IRIS file for MIBK, updated air dispersion modeling and an analysis of potential transformation products. Based on this new submission, the ACC requests that EPA reopen its review of the MIBK petition. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Notice of Receipt of a Complete Petition 07/19/04 69 FR 42954 NPRM 05/00/05 Final Action 05/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4849; Agency Contact: Mark Morris, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404-01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5416 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: morris.mark@epamail.epa.gov Dave Guinnup, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404- 01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5368 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: guinnup.dave@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM20 _______________________________________________________________________ 3094. AMENDMENTS TO VEHICLE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS TO ADDRESS NEW 8-HOUR OZONE STANDARD Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We propose to amend the current vehicle inspection and maintenance (I/M) rule to establish deadlines for areas newly required to begin I/M testing as a result of their classification under the 8 hour ozone standard. Specifically, the amendments will address: the deadline for submitting I/M State Implementation Plans (SIPs) for those new areas; the deadline for the new program start-up; and the model year coverage and evaluation timeframes associated with new programs that will potentially be required as part of EPA's implementation of the 8-hour ozone standard. [[Page 73828]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Final Action 10/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State Additional Information: SAN No. 4854; Agency Contact: Dave Sosnowski, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4823 Fax: 734 214-4906 Email: sosnowski.dave@epamail.epa.gov Joe Pedelty, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4410 Email: pedelty.joe@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM21 _______________________________________________________________________ 3095. NESHAP: TOTAL FACILITY LOW RISK DETERMINATION (TFLRD) FOR RESIDUAL RISK Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Section 112(f) of the Clean Air Act requires that we assess residual risk remaining after MACT and develop additional emission standard, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Many facilities have numerous MACT standards that they are subject to. This action will provide a procedure for facilities to assess risk, and if a facility wide low risk determination can be shown, to avoid applicable residual risk standards. The evaluation will be made on a facility wide HAP emissions basis. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4848; Agency Contact: Bob Lucas, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-0884 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: lucas.bob@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM22 _______________________________________________________________________ 3096. NESHAP: HYDROCHLORIC ACID PRODUCTION AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: On April 17, 2003, EPA promulgated national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for the Hydrochloric Acid Production industry. Subsequent to promulgation, EPA received a number of concerns and issues from the industry related to technical corrections, definitions, and applicability matters. The EPA is amenable to making many of the suggested corrections but believe that proposal of the changes is necessary. In addition, the OSWER would like to include the storage and transfer operations at sources subject to their HCl production rule to the subpart NNNNN rule which would also require proposal. The amendments are expected to have little or no impact on the plants now covered by the HCl production rule. No adverse economic impacts are expected. The total nationwide capital and annual costs associated with the amendments are negligible. No price impacts are projected. No significant impacts on a substantial number of small entities are expected. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4867; Agency Contact: Bill Maxwell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5430 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: maxwell.bill@epamail.epa.gov Robert J. Wayland, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C-439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919 541-1045 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: wayland.robertj@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM25 _______________________________________________________________________ 3097. STRATEGY FOR ADDRESSING AIR EMISSIONS FROM ANIMAL FEEDING OPERATIONS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 12 USC 1701 et seq CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This notice describes a strategy for addressing air emissions from animal feeding operations (AFOs). In this notice, we summarize the public concerns that have been raised about emissions from AFOs and explain the substantial scientific uncertainties pertaining to emission levels, public health and welfare effects, and emission control techniques for this industry. Resolving all the uncertainties will require substantial time and research. Nevertheless, some cost effective management practices for reducing emissions are available today, and the use of these practices will mitigate some of the adverse effects of these emissions. Early public input on a set of goals for an emission control program for AFOs and on an intended regulatory approach to begin reducing AFO emissions and solving some of the environmental problems based on information that is available today. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4865; Agency Contact: Bill Schrock, Environmental Protection Agency, Air [[Page 73829]] and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5032 Fax: 919 541-3470 Email: schrock.bill@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM26 _______________________________________________________________________ 3098. REQUIREMENTS FOR TRANSMIX PROCESSING AND BLENDING UNDER THE REFORMULATED GASOLINE AND GASOLINE SULFUR RULES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7545(c) and 7545(k) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule codifies existing guidance for transmix processors and blenders in the Reformulated Gasoline regulations. Transmix is a mixture of gasoline and distillate produced by pipelines. Transmix processors distill the transmix into separate gasoline and distillate products, and transmix blenders blend small amounts of transmix into gasoline. The rule also establishes gasoline sulfur standards for transmix processors and blenders that are consistent with the sulfur standards for other entities downstream of refineries, such as pipelines and terminals, in the gasoline distribution system. The rule will provide operational flexibility for transmix processors and blenders without causing any adverse environmental impacts. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4853; Agency Contact: Chris McKenna, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9037 Fax: 240 363-8260 Email: mckenna.chris@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM27 _______________________________________________________________________ 3099. NESHAP: SURFACE COATING OF METAL CANS--AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: National emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for metal can surface coating operations located at major sources of hazardous air pollutants (HAP) were promulgated on 11/13/ 2003 (68 FR 64432). The final standards implement section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) by requiring these operations to meet HAP emission standards reflecting the application of the maximum achievable control technology (MACT). The final rule will protect air quality and promote public health by reducing emissions of HAP from facilities in the metal can surface coating source category. The EPA is issuing a final rule that removes ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE) from the list of hazardous air pollutants (HAP). EGBE compromises most of the air emissions from the metal can surface coating industry. Removing EGBE from the HAP list significantly affects the emission limits, emissions reductions, and the number of sources affected by the final rule issued in November 13, 2004 (68 FR 64432). This action proposes amendments to the surface coating of metal cans final rule to reflect the removal of EGBE from the hazardous air pollutant list. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4864; Agency Contact: Paul Almodovar, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-0283 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: almodovar.paul@epamail.epa.gov Elaine Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5499 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: manning.elaine@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM28 _______________________________________________________________________ 3100. NESHAP: SITE REMEDIATION: AMENDMENTS Priority: Routine and Frequent Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Site Remediation regulation was promulgated on October 8, 2003. This action is intended to revise language in the final rule to correct errors or language that doesn't reflect our intent. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4866; Agency Contact: Greg Nizich, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-3078 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: nizich.greg@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM30 _______________________________________________________________________ 3101. PROPOSAL TO EXEMPT AREA SOURCES SUBJECT TO NESHAPS FROM FEDERAL AND STATE OPERATING PERMIT PROGRAMS Priority: Other Significant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 502 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 70 and 71 Legal Deadline: None [[Page 73830]] Abstract: This action would implement the Agency's decision on whether to require title V permits for six area (nonmajor) sources subject to air toxic requirements under Clean Air Act. The affected source categories are: dry cleaners, halogenated solvent degreasers, chrome plating, ethylene oxide sterilizers, secondary lead, and secondary aluminum. Under the Act, these sources are subject to operating permit programs; however, EPA may exempt them from such programs if it finds that permitting would be impracticable, infeasible or unnecessarily burdensome on the sources. This action makes these findings for all categories except secondary lead and presents them for public comment. Secondary lead would remain subject to permitting because few area sources are affected and most have already been permitted. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Final Action 08/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4868; Agency Contact: Jeff Herring, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-3195 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: herring.jeff@epamail.epa.gov Ray Vogel, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-3153 Fax: 919-541-5509 Email: vogel.ray@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM31 _______________________________________________________________________ 3102. CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW MOTOR VEHICLES AND NEW MOTOR VEHICLE ENGINES: AMENDMENTS TO EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS REGULATIONS AND TECHNICAL AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 9; 40 CFR 86 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action includes technical amendments to several portions of certification requirements and test procedures applicable to light- duty vehicles, light-duty trucks, and heavy-duty vehicles. These amendments include minor revisions to clarify regulations. These amendments also include revisions to the evaporative compliance procedures, which are intended to reduce the certification burden associated with conducting 2-day, 3-day, and ORVR procedures without affecting the level of stringency, ref. EPA guidance letter CCD-02-20, December 31, 2002; (Subject: Request for Comments on Potential Evaporative Regulation Changes; Evaporative Guidance for Certification and In-use Testing). Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Direct Final Rule 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4880; Agency Contact: Julia Rege, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4614 Fax: 734 214-4053 Email: rege.julia@epamail.epa.gov Lynn Sohacki, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4851 Fax: 734 214-4053 Email: sohacki.lynn@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM32 _______________________________________________________________________ 3103. PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION FOR NITROGEN OXIDES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2004, Signature. Final, Judicial, September 30, 2005, Signature. Abstract: Section 166 of the Clean Air Act authorizes the Environmental Protection Agency to establish regulations to prevent significant deterioration of air quality due to emissions of nitrogen oxides. On October 17, 1988, EPA promulgated regulations which included maximum allowable increases in ambient nitrogen dioxide concentrations (NO2 increments) allowed in an area above the baseline concentration. Following promulgation, the Environmental Defense (formerly the Environmental Defense Fund) filed a petition asking the Court to order EPA to remand the regulations and to impose an immediate deadline of two years for promulgating new regulations. In 1990, the Court did not impose a deadline but remanded the case for EPA to develop an interpretation of section 166 that considered the statutory provisions contained in subsections (c) and (d), and if necessary to take new evidence and modify the regulations. In July 2003, Earthjustice, on behalf of Environment Defense, asked the Court to put EPA on an enforceable schedule to issue new regulations under the original court remand. Consequently, EPA agreed to a two-year schedule for promulgating such regulations by September 30, 2005. At a minimum, the regulations will provide EPA's interpretation of the statutory requirements for developing adequate increments to prevent significant deterioration for nitrogen oxides. Based on our interpretation, we will consider the need for revising the existing increments for nitrogen dioxide, including both an annual and short-term averaging period, and the regulation of other nitrogen oxide compounds other than nitrogen dioxide. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Final Action 10/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4881; Agency Contact: Dan Deroeck, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5593 Fax: 919 541-5509 [[Page 73831]] Email: deroeck.dan@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM33 _______________________________________________________________________ 3104. CONTROL OF EMISSIONS FROM SPARK-IGNITION ENGINES AND FUEL SYSTEMS FROM MARINE VESSELS AND SMALL EQUIPMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: 42 USC 7521 to 7601(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 90 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, December 1, 2004. Final, Statutory, December 31, 2005. Abstract: In this action, we are proposing exhaust emission standards for spark-ignition marine engines and small land-based engines (less than 19 kW). We are also proposing evaporative emission standards for vessels and equipment using these engines. Nationwide, these emission sources contribute to ozone, carbon monoxide (CO), and particulate matter (PM) nonattainment. These pollutants cause a range of adverse health effects, especially in terms of respiratory impairment and related illnesses. The proposed standards would help States achieve and maintain air quality standards. In addition, these standards would help reduce acute exposure to CO, air toxics, and PM. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/05 Final Action 12/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4882; Agency Contact: Glenn Passavant, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4408 Email: passavant.glenn@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM34 _______________________________________________________________________ 3105. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS: MISCELLANEOUS ORGANIC CHEMICAL MANUFACTURING; AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The final rule was published on November 10, 2003. Several parties petitioned the rule and this action will address issues raised by the petitioners. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/00/05 Final Action 10/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4891; Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5402 Email: mcdonald.randy@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM43 _______________________________________________________________________ 3106. FLEXIBLE AIR PERMIT RULE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act title V CFR Citation: 40 CFR 70 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA is conducting a flexible permits rulemaking based on what it has learned from its experiences with flexible permitting over the past decade. The term ``flexible permit'' is used to describe air permits with conditions designed to reduce the administrative ``friction''--costs, time, delay, uncertainty, and risk -- experienced by sources and permitting authorities when implementing a permit or making changes under the permit. This is accomplished by allowing a source to make certain types of advanced approved changes (e.g., modifications to a source's method of operation, equipment, raw materials, emission factors, monitoring parameters, and/or the addition of new equipment capacity) without requiring additional permitting or approval, provided the source meets certain criteria outlined in its operating and relevant construction permits. Such criteria might include the maintenance of plant-wide emissions levels below enforceable caps and application of certain control approaches. Over the past decade, the EPA and State and local permitting authorities have piloted specific permitting techniques and tools to accomplish advance-approval for certain types of changes that might take place over the course of a permit term. While chosen solutions will depend on individual state permitting rules and requirements, such techniques typically include: descriptions of advance-approved changes or categories of changes in the permit; procedures for testing pollution control device performance and updating emission factors or parameter values without requiring the permit to be amended or re-opened; elimination of redundant requirements by applying the most stringent applicable requirement; provisions to explicitly encourage pollution prevention; and one or more emission caps to safeguard relevant ambient standards and increments. Flexible permitting has the potential to benefit a wide variety of types of facilities that are regulated under the Clean Air Act's title V operating permits program. Among the benefits flexible permits are anticipated to provide are: improved knowledge of a facility's emissions for the entire site and of its compliance status; improved public understanding of a facility's activities over an extended period (each proposed advance approval must describe the type and magnitude of the potential emissions increases that can occur); a better perspective of the type and amount of planned growth at a facility, at a time when public comment can influence the direction of the proposed changes; increased environmental protection from the use of emission caps, which limit future emissions increases and, in some cases, reduce overall emissions; and increased use of better add-on control devices and/or pollution prevention practices, which allow industry flexibility to [[Page 73832]] adjust their processes as necessary to remain under an emissions cap. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4885; Agency Contact: Chad Carbone, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1807 T, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-566-2178 Fax: 202 566-2211 Email: carbone.chad@epamail.epa.gov Anna Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6103A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-1664 Fax: 202 564-1554 Email: wood.anna@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM45 _______________________________________________________________________ 3107. NATIONAL VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND EMISSION STANDARDS FOR ARCHITECTURAL COATINGS--AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act CFR Citation: 40 CFR 59 subpart D Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action would amend the national volatile organic compound emission standards for architectural coatings by adding new coating categories for certain coating chemistries which did not exist when the original rule was promulgated. We are reviewing new data from one architectural coating manufacturer and after this review, we will determine if these amendments are necessary. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4905; Agency Contact: David Salman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919 541-0859 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: salman.dave@epa.gov Elaine Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5499 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: manning.elaine@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM47 _______________________________________________________________________ 3108. CONTROL OF ULTRA LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL LUBRICITY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action proposes to establish a new lubricity quality requirement for ultra low sulfur diesel fuel used in diesel engines. This requirement will seek to eliminate the incidence of emissions non- compliance due to premature wear of fuel injection equipment caused by inadequate fuel lubricity levels. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Final Action 12/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4899; Agency Contact: Chris Laroo, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4937 Fax: 734 214-4055 Email: laroo.chris@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM48 _______________________________________________________________________ 3109. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE; REFRIGERANT RECYCLING; CERTIFICATION OF RECOVERY AND RECOVERY/RECYCLING EQUIPMENT INTENDED FOR USE WITH SUBSTITUTE REFRIGERANTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA is amending the rule on refrigerant recycling equipment intended for use with Substitute Refrigerants: EPA is amending the rule on refrigerant recycling, promulgated under section 608 of the Clean Air Act, to clarify how the requirements of section 608 extend to refrigerant recovery and/or recycling equipment intended for use with substitutes for CFC and HCFC refrigerants. NOTE: Substitute-refrigerant issues had previously been addressed by another rulemaking effort which is now listed as ``withdrawn`` in the ''completed`` section of this Regulatory Agenda (SAN 3560.1). Further work on these issues will be performed under SAN 4916. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/05 Final Action 08/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4916; Agency Contact: Julius Banks, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washignton, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9870 Fax: 202-565-2155 Email: banks.julius@epamail.epa.gov Nancy Smagin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205- J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9126 Fax: 202 343-2337 Email: smagin.nancy@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM49 _______________________________________________________________________ 3110. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: ALLOCATION OF ESSENTIAL USE ALLOWANCES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2005 Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.4(n) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will allocate essential use allowance for import and production of class I stratospheric [[Page 73833]] ozone depleting substances (ODSs) for calendar year 2005. Essential use allowances enable a person to obtain controlled class I ODSs as an exemption to the regulatory ban on production and import of these chemicals, which became effective on January 1, 1996. EPA allocates essential use allowances for exempted production or import of a specific quantity of class I ODSs solely for use in medically essential asthma inhalers. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Final Action 02/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4893; Agency Contact: Scott Monroe, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9712 Fax: 202 343-2338 Email: monroe.scott@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM50 _______________________________________________________________________ 3111. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: MODIFICATIONS TO THE TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS UNDER SECTION 608 OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA is amending appendix D to subpart F of 40 CFR part 82- Standards for Becoming a Certifying Program for Technicians. The Refrigerant Recycling Regulations governing standards for certifying programs for technicians were promulgated under section 608 of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 (May 1994; 59 FR 28660). These regulations were amended in November 9, 1994 (59 FR 559120) to clarify the scope of the technician certification requirements and to provide a limited exemption from certification requirements for apprentices. This amendment to the regulation will provide specific requirements for programs applying to become certifying organizations, will specify reporting and recordkeeping requirements in order to enhance implementation of the program, and will define other administrative components of the program to improve accountability. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/05 Final Action 12/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4901; Agency Contact: Nancy Smagin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205-J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9126 Fax: 202 343-2337 Email: smagin.nancy@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM55 _______________________________________________________________________ 3112. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: EXTENSION OF THE LABORATORY AND ANALYTICAL USE EXEMPTION FOR ESSENTIAL CLASS I OZONE DEPLETING SUBSTANCES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule extends the period of applicability of an existing exemption to the ban on import and production of class I ozone depleting substances (ODSs), authorized by the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer and consistent with the Clean Air Act Amendments. The exemption applies to production and import of ODSs for essential laboratory and analytical uses as defined by the Montreal Protocol. The Montreal Protocol has permitted this exemption since 1994. At the 2003 Meeting of the Parties, the Parties took Decision XV/8, which extended the period of the exemption through December 31, 2007. EPA is updating its regulations to incorporate Decision XV/8. The rule also proposes to make typographical changes to its regulations for the essential use program. Earlier rules published by EPA shifted the paragraph order but did not update all of the references to deleted paragraphs. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/05 Final Action 03/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4894; Agency Contact: Scott Monroe, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9712 Fax: 202 343-2338 Email: monroe.scott@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM56 _______________________________________________________________________ 3113. PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION (PSD) AND NONATTAINMENT NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR): ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT (RMRR); MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR AMENDMENTS Priority: Economically Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.165; 40 CFR 51.166.; 40 CFR 52.21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking is a follow up to SAN 4676, which is a final rule that specifies categories of equipment replacement activities that would qualify as ``routine maintenance, repair, and replacement'' (RMRR) under the Clean Air Act's New Source Review (NSR) Program (40 CFR parts 51 and 52). SAN 4676's final action -- referred to as the ``equipment replacement provision'' (ERP) -- was promulgated in the Federal Register on 10/27/03 (68 FR 61248). This action, SAN 4676.3, would propose more detailed approaches for establishing a regulatory definition for maintenance and repair activities (that are not equipment replacements) that fall within the RMRR Exclusion from major NSR. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/05 Final Action 04/00/06 [[Page 73834]] Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Federalism: Undetermined Energy Effects: Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by Executive Order 13211. Additional Information: SAN No. 4676.3; Split from RIN 2060-AK28 Agency Contact: Dave Svendsgaard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2380 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: svendsgaard.dave@epamail.epa.gov Lynn Hutchinson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5795 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: hutchinson.lynn@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM62 _______________________________________________________________________ 3114. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: LISTING OF SUBSTITUTES FOR OZONE-DEPLETING SUBSTANCES: N-PROPYL BROMIDE (COATINGS) Priority: Economically Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would list whether n-propylbromide (nPB) is an acceptable substitute for class I and class II ozone depleting substances used in connection with the manufacture and use of coatings. This will ensure that nPB is used in a manner that is safe and environmentally protective. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4599.1; Split from RIN 2060-AK26. Split from RIN 2060-AJ58. The previous ANPRM was under SAN No. 3525. Agency Contact: Margaret Sheppard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9163 Fax: 202 343-2338 Email: sheppard.margaret@epamail.epa.gov Erin Birgfeld, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9079 Fax: 202 343-2338 Email: birgfeld.erin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM65 _______________________________________________________________________ 3115. AREA SOURCE NESHAP FOR STAINLESS AND NONSTAINLESS STEEL ELECTRIC ARC FURNACE (EAF) MANUFACTURING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 30, 2000. Abstract: There are approximately 93 small steel mills (minimills) that melt steel scrap in 142 electric arc furnaces (EAF). Minimills account for roughly half of US steel production (50 million tons per year). The scrap charged to the furnace is the source of HAP emissions. A major source of scrap is recycled automobiles, which may contain mercury switches, lead components, oil, grease, plastics, and other materials that can contribute to HAP emissions. Pollutants of interest for the EAF NESHAP are manganese, lead, chromium, nickel, and mercury. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4889; Agency Contact: Mary Kissell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-4516 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: kissell.mary@epamail.epa.gov Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM71 _______________________________________________________________________ 3116. NESHAP: GENERAL PROVISIONS--AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.1 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The proposed amendments would revise and codify EPA's policy on when a major source can become an area source, and thus become not subject to national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for major sources. EPA is reconsidering the policy, established in May 16, 1995 memorandum, which allows sources to attain area source status prior to the source's first substantive compliance date of an applicable NESHAP for major sources. No source would be subject to the requirements unless they voluntarily decided to implement them. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4908; Agency Contact: Rick Colyer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5262 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: colyer.rick@epamail.epa.gov Sally Shaver, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504- 04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5572 Fax: 919-541-0072 Email: shaver.sally@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM75 _______________________________________________________________________ 3117. NESHAP: INTEGRATED IRON AND STEEL; AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 [[Page 73835]] Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The EPA promulgated National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for integrated iron and steel facilities on May 20,2003. The EPA was subsequently petitioned by industry and EarthJustice concerning several issues. The EPA has engaged in negotiations with both industry and EarthJustice concerning the issues and is issuing these amendments to address the concerns. The amendments clarify several sections of the rule and provide clearer and consistent directions on complying with the standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4909; Agency Contact: Phil Mulrine, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5289 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: mulrine.phil@epamail.epa.gov Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM76 _______________________________________________________________________ 3118. NESHAP: PLYWOOD AND COMPOSITE WOOD PRODUCTS-- AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This amendment will make technical corrections, clarify intent, and propose changes to the testing requirements for risk assessments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 02/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4911; Agency Contact: Mary Kissell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-4516 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: kissell.mary@epamail.epa.gov K.C. Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919 541-5395 Fax: 919-541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM78 _______________________________________________________________________ 3119. NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS (NSPS) FOR STATIONARY COMBUSTION TURBINES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: CAA 111 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, February 9, 2005, Must propose revision to NSPS. Final, Judicial, February 9, 2006, Must promulgate final rule. Abstract: Stationary combustion turbines emit varying amount of air pollutants. These emissions have effects on both human health and the environment. New source performance standards set the minimum level of control for criteria pollutants (maximum emission rate) for new emission sources. These standards help to assure that new sources of pollution do not release excessive amounts of pollution to the atmosphere. This action is necessary since the Clean Air Act requires these standards to be reviewed periodically. The Environmental Protection Agency intends to review and, if appropriate, revise the new source performance standards for combustion turbines. New combustion turbines will be affected by this action. This action will ensure that the standards properly account for presently economically available pollution prevention and pollution control technologies. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/05 Final Action 03/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4912; Agency Contact: Christian Fellner, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-4003 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fellner.christian@epamail.epa.gov Jaime Pagan, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5340 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: pagan.jaime@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM79 _______________________________________________________________________ 3120. NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS (NSPS) FOR ELECTRIC UTILITY STEAM GENERATING UNITS AND INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL BOILERS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: CAA 111 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, February 9, 2005, Under consent with Sierra Club and Our Children's Earth Foundation must propose revision to the NSPS standards. Final, Judicial, February 9, 2006, Under consent with Sierra Club and Our Children's Earth Foundation must promulgate revision to the NSPS standards. Abstract: Electric utility steam generating units and industrial and commercial boilers emit varying amount of air pollutants. These emissions have effects on both human health and the environment. New source performance standards set the minimum level of control for criteria pollutants (maximum emission rate) for new emission sources. These standards help to assure that new sources of pollution do not release excessive amounts of pollution to the atmosphere. This action is necessary since the Clean Air Act requires these standards to be reviewed periodically. The Environmental Protection Agency intends to review and, if appropriate, revise the new source performance standards for electric utility steam generating units and industrial and [[Page 73836]] commercial boilers. New utility steam generating units (40 CFR part 60, subpart Da) and industrial and commercial boilers (40 CFR part 60, subparts Db and Dc) will be affected by this action. This action will ensure that the standards properly account for presently economically available pollution prevention and pollution control technologies. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/00/05 Final Action 03/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4913; Agency Contact: Christian Fellner, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-4003 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fellner.christian@epamail.epa.gov Bill Maxwell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5430 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: maxwell.bill@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM80 _______________________________________________________________________ 3121. NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS (NSPS) FOR RECIPROCATING INTERNAL COMBUSTION COMPRESSION IGNITION ENGINES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 111 CFR Citation: None Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This project is to develop New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for stationary reciprocating internal combustion compression ignition (diesel) engines. These standards are being developed under section 111 of the CAA to require the application of the best system of emission reduction taking into account the cost of achieving emission reductions and environmental and energy impacts. The pollutants that will be addressed in this rulemaking are PM, NOx, SO2, and CO. The project is on a tight litigated schedule that has been agreed on in principle to propose by June 05 and to promulgate by June 06. Information gathering will begin in early April 04 and will result in the development of regulatory packages to propose and promulgate an NSPS standard. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local, State Additional Information: SAN No. 4914; Agency Contact: Sims Roy, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5263 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: roy.sims@epamail.epa.gov Jaime Pagan, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5340 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: pagan.jaime@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM81 _______________________________________________________________________ 3122. NESHAP: COKE OVENS: PUSHING, QUENCHING, AND BATTERY STACKS; AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA promulgated National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Coke Ovens: Pushing, Quenching, and Battery Stacks on April 14, 2003. EPA was subsequently petitioned by industry concerning several technical issues. EPA has engaged in negotiations with industry concerning the resolution of these issues and has agreed to propose amendments to address them. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Direct Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4919; Agency Contact: Lula Melton, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2910 Email: melton.lula@epamail.epa.gov Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM83 _______________________________________________________________________ 3123. NESHAP: IRON AND STEEL FOUNDRIES; AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The EPA promulgated National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for iron and steel foundries on April 22,2004. The EPA was subsequently petitioned by industry and EarthJustice concerning several issues. The EPA has engaged in negotiations with both industry and EarthJustice concerning the issues and is issuing these amendments to address the concerns. The amendments clarify several sections of the rule and provide clearer and consistent directions on complying with the standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4927; Agency Contact: Phil Mulrine, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5289 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: mulrine.phil@epamail.epa.gov Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 [[Page 73837]] Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM85 _______________________________________________________________________ 3124. NESHAP: TACONITE IRON ORE PROCESSING; AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA promulgated National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Taconite Iron Ore Processing on October 30, 2003 (68 FR 61867). EPA was subsequently petitioned by National Wildlife Federation (NWF) concerning several technical issues. EPA has engaged in negotiations with NWF concerning the issues and is issuing these amendments to address their concerns. The amendments clarify several sections of the rule and provide clearer and consistent directions on complying with the standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4929; Agency Contact: Conrad Chin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-1512 Email: chin.conrad@epamail.epa.gov Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM87 _______________________________________________________________________ 3125. PART 63 GENERAL PROVISIONS--RESPONSE TO PETITION TO RECONSIDER Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This notice will propose a response to the Natural Resource Defense Council's petition to reconsider certain aspects of the May 30, 2003 amendments to the part 63 General Provisions. The primary issue is public access to startup, shutdown, and malfunction plans. At this point it is not known if there will be any regulatory revisions. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4934; Agency Contact: Rick Colyer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5262 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: colyer.rick@epamail.epa.gov Sally Shaver, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504- 04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5572 Fax: 919-541-0072 Email: shaver.sally@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM89 _______________________________________________________________________ 3126. PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION (PSD) AND NON-ATTAINMENT NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR): RECONSIDERATION OF INCLUSION OF FUGITIVE EMISSIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act title I CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 and 52 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: On July 11, 2003, EPA received a petition for reconsideration on behalf of Newmont USA Limited, dba Newmont Mining Corporation (Newmont) that stated that the December 31, 2002 (67 FR 80185) final rule included fugitive emissions for the purposes of determining whether a facility had undergone a major modification for the first time. The EPA is announcing reconsideration of this issue arising from our final rules of December 31, 2002. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/05 Final Action 06/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4940; Agency Contact: Pam Long, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-0641 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: long.pam@epamail.epa.gov Lynn Hutchinson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5795 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: hutchinson.lynn@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM91 _______________________________________________________________________ 3127. FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLANS TO REDUCE INTERSTATE TRANSPORT OF FINE PARTICULATE MATTER AND OZONE Priority: Economically Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is undetermined. Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect State, local or tribal governments and the private sector. Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action proposes Federal implementation plans that may be needed if States fail to revise their State implementation plans to comply with the ``Rule to Reduce Interstate Transport of Fine Particulate Matter and Ozone (Clean Air Interstate Rule).'' The Clean Air Interstate Rule, which EPA proposed in January 2004, would establish statewide emissions reduction requirements for nitrogen oxides (NOx) and sulfur dioxide (SO2) in order to eliminate the emissions that are significantly contributing to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and 8-hour ozone nonattainment problems in [[Page 73838]] downwind States. NOx and SO2 are precursors to PM2.5 pollution; NOx is also a precursor to ozone pollution. Controlling these emissions will assist the downwind areas in meeting the PM2.5 and 8-hour ozone national ambient air quality standards. In the FIP action, EPA intends to propose Federal NOx and SO2 trading programs for electric generating units. The EPA is required to promulgate a FIP within 2 years of: 1) finding that a State has failed to make the required SIP submittal, 2) finding that the submittal received does not satisfy the minimum SIP completeness criteria, or 3) disapproving a SIP in whole or in part. The EPA is required to promulgate the FIP unless EPA has approved, within the 2-year time period, a SIP that corrects the identified deficiency. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4933; Agency Contact: Carla Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-3347 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: oldham.carla@epamail.epa.gov Joe Paisie, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5556 Fax: 919 541-5489 Email: paisie.joe@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM93 _______________________________________________________________________ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule Stage Clean Air Act (CAA) _______________________________________________________________________ 3128. SOURCE-SPECIFIC FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR NAVAJO GENERATING STATION; NAVAJO NATION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: 49 CFR 123 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA proposes to federalize standards from the Arizona and New Mexico State Implementation Plans (SIPs) applicable to the Navajo generating station. Where necessary, EPA's proposed emission standards modify the standards extracted from the States' regulatory programs to ensure comprehensive emission control and Federal consistency. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/08/99 64 FR 48725 Notice 01/26/00 65 FR 4244 Reproposal 03/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4315; Formerly listed as RIN 2060-AI79 Agency Contact: Doug McDaniel, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office San Francisco, AIR5, San Francisco, CA 94105 Phone: 415-947-4106 Fax: 415-947-3579 Email: mcdaniel.doug@epamail.epa.gov Colleen McKaughan, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office San Francisco, AIR1, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 520-498-0118 Fax: 520-498-1333 Email: mckaughan.colleen@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2009-AA00 _______________________________________________________________________ 3129. SOURCE-SPECIFIC FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR NAVAJO GENERATING STATION; FOUR CORNERS POWER PLANT Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 1740 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA proposes to federalize standards from the Arizona and New Mexico State Implementation Plans (SIPS) applicable to the Four Corners Plant, respectively. Where necessary, EPA's proposed emission standards modify the standards extracted from the States' regulatory programs to ensure comprehensive emission control and Federal consistency. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Reproposal 03/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 3569; NPRM- http://www.epa.gov/ fedrgstr/EPA-; AIR/1999/September/Day-08 /a23277.htm.; Formerly listed as RIN 2060-AF42 Agency Contact: Doug McDaniel, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office San Francisco, AIR5, San Francisco, CA 94105 Phone: 415-947-4106 Fax: 415-947-3579 Email: mcdaniel.doug@epamail.epa.gov Colleen McKaughan, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office San Francisco, AIR1, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 520-498-0118 Fax: 520-498-1333 Email: mckaughan.colleen@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2009-AA01 _______________________________________________________________________ 3130. AMENDMENT TO SUBPARTS H AND I FOR EMISSIONS OF RADIONUCLIDES OTHER THAN RADON FROM DOE FACILITIES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 95-95; CAAA 112(g) or (q) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 61 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Subparts H and I of 40 CFR part 61 establish standards under the Clean Air Act for emissions of radionuclides other than radon from Department of Energy (DOE) and other non-DOE federal facilities. Under subparts H and I, regulated entities currently determine compliance with the emission standards by utilizing the [[Page 73839]] approved computer models CAP88 and AIRDOS-PC or any other procedures for which EPA has granted prior approval. Since promulgation of subparts H and I, EPA has developed an additional model, GENII-NESHAPS, which is suitable for regulated entities to use to determine compliance, in addition to the currently approved models mentioned above. The model was developed to incorporate the internal dosimetry models recommended by the International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP) and the radiological risk estimating procedures of Federal Guidance Report 13 into updated versions of existing environmental pathway analysis models. The model was developed under the direction of OAR's Office of Radiation and Indoor Air, in consultation with OAR's Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (OAQPS). Also, GENII-NESHAPs has undergone Science Advisory Board (SAB) review. In this direct final rule, EPA is updating subparts H and I to include GENII-NESHAPS as an approved compliance model. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 05/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State Additional Information: SAN No. 4768; Agency Contact: Eleanord Thornton, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6608J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9773 Fax: 202 343-2065 Email: thornton.eleanord@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK81 _______________________________________________________________________ 3131. REVISION TO THE GUIDELINE ON AIR QUALITY MODELS (APPENDIX W TO 40 CFR PART 51): ADOPTION OF A PREFERRED GENERAL PURPOSE (FLAT AND COMPLEX TERRAIN) DISPERSION MODEL AND OTHER REVISIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410 CAAA 110(a)(2); CAAA 165(e); CAAA 172(a); CAAA 172(c); 42 USC 7601 CAAA 301(a)(1); CAAA 320 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.112; 40 CFR 51.160; 40 CFR 51.166; 40 CFR 52.21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action would revise the Guideline on Air Quality Models, published as appendix W to 40 CFR part 51. The Guideline provides EPA- recommended models for use in predicting ambient concentrations of pollutants for programs ranging from Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) to State Implementation Plans (SIPs) for controlling air pollution sources. The Guideline fulfills a Clean Air Act mandate for EPA to specify models for air management purposes. This revision would enhance the Guideline by incorporating a new, general- purpose dispersion model called AERMOD, which would replace the existing Industrial Source Complex (ISC3) model in many air-quality assessments, including those involving complex terrain. An earlier version of the AERMOD revision was previously proposed (65 FR 21505, 4/ 21/2000; see SAN 3470), but not promulgated. In response to public comments received on the April 2000 proposal, we integrated the PRIME downwash algorithm and made other incidental modifications, creating AERMOD(02222). On September 8, 2003, we issued a Notice of Data Availability (NDA) to announce the AERMOD revisions, and to reveal new performance data. Public comments taken for 30 days have now been summarized and Agency responses are being developed that support the intended action. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/21/00 65 FR 21505 Notice of Data Availability 09/08/03 68 FR 52934 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 3470.1; Split from RIN 2060-AF01. Agency Contact: Tom Coulter, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D243-01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-0832 Email: coulter.tom@epamail.epa.gov Mark Evangelista, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D243, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2803 Email: evangelista.mark@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK60 _______________________________________________________________________ 3132. AIR QUALITY: REVISION TO DEFINITION OF VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS--EXCLUSION OF 4 COMPOUNDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7407(d) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This is a deregulatory action to exclude four compounds from the list of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) on the basis that these compounds make a negligible contribution to tropospheric ozone formation. These four compounds are: 1,1,1,2,2,3,3-heptafluoro-3- methoxy-propane (n-C3F7OCH3; 3-ethoxy-,1,1,2,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6- dodecafluoro-2- (trifluoromethyl) hexane (known as HFE-7500, HFE-s702, T-7145, and L-15381); 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane (known as HFC 227ea); and methyl formate (HCOOCH3). These compounds have potential for use as refrigerants, fire suppressants, aerosol propellants, sterilants, blowing agents (used in the manufacture of foamed plastic), and solvents. This action will remove the necessity to control these four compounds as VOCs in State Implementation Plans for attaining the ozone standard. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4683; Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing Agency Contact: Dave Sanders, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-3356 Fax: 919 541-0824 [[Page 73840]] Email: sanders.dave@epamail.epa.gov WilliamL Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5245 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: johnson.williaml@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK37 _______________________________________________________________________ 3133. METHODS FOR MEASUREMENT OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS--ADDITION OF METHODS 203A, 203B, AND 203C TO APPENDIX M OF PART 51 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401(b)(1); 42 USC 7410; 42 USC 7470 to 7479; 42 USC 7501 to 7508; 42 USC 7601(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking adds Test Methods 203A, 203B, and 203C to 40 CFR part 51, appendix M (entitled Example Test Methods for State Implementation Plans). These methods describe procedures for estimating the opacity of visible emissions. States have requested that EPA promulgate these methods so that they can use them in State Implementation Plans in enforcing visible emissions regulations from Stationary Sources. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/22/93 58 FR 61639 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 2915; Agency Contact: Solomon Ricks, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5242 Fax: 919 541-1039 Email: ricks.solomon@epamail.epa.gov Fred Thompson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2707 Email: thompson.fred@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AF83 _______________________________________________________________________ 3134. ADDITION OF METHOD 207 TO APPENDIX M OF 40 CFR PART 51 METHOD FOR MEASURING ISOCYANATES IN STATIONARY SOURCE EMISSIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 listed certain isocyanate compounds as hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). The Agency does not have any published test methods that would measure air emissions of these isocyanate compounds from stationary sources. This action would add a validated test method to measure isocyanate emissions to appendix M of part 51. Test methods in part 51 can be adopted by any State for use in any regulation that requires the measurement of any of the isocyanate compounds on the HAP list. This action would not impose any new regulatory requirements that do not already exist. It should benefit State governments by providing them with a validated test procedure for measuring the emissions of isocyanate compounds. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/08/97 62 FR 64532 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3900; Agency Contact: Gary McAlister, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D243-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-1062 Fax: 919 541-1039 Email: mcalister.gary@epamail.epa.gov Fred Thompson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2707 Email: thompson.fred@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AG88 _______________________________________________________________________ 3135. CLEAN AIR OZONE IMPLEMENTATION RULE (PART 1 AND PART 2) Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 128 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 2060-AJ99 _______________________________________________________________________ 3136. NSPS: SOCMI--WASTEWATER AND AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX C OF PART 63 AND APPENDIX J OF PART 60 Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 - SOCMI Wastewater and app J; 40 CFR 63 - app C Legal Deadline: None Abstract: These standards are based on a combination of control techniques that require removal or destruction of volatile organic compounds from wastewater at the synthetic organic chemical manufacturing industry plant. Designated chemical process units, i.e., process lines or process units, would be subject to the rule. Constructed, reconstructed, or modified designated chemical process units would be required to apply appropriate controls to affected wastewater tanks, surface impoundments, containers, individual drain systems, and oil and water separators, and to treat process wastewater to remove or destroy the volatile organic compounds. On September 12, 1994, EPA proposed Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources: Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from the Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry (SOCMI) Wastewater (40 CFR part 60, subpart YYY). On October 11, 1995, the EPA issued a supplemental proposal, which clarified and revised the previously proposed rule and proposed to add Appendix J to 40 CFR part 60. On December 9, 1998, EPA published a supplement to the proposed rule that consisted of revised definitions, alternative test procedures, and clarifications of requirements. The final rule encompasses the clarifications and revisions to subpart YYY and appendix J that will reduce emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOC). VOC, when emitted into the ambient air, are precursors to the formation of tropospheric ozone. A wide variety of acute and chronic respiratory health [[Page 73841]] effects and welfare (agricultural, ecosystem) effects have been attributed to concentrations of ozone commonly measured in the ambient air throughout the United States. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM (NSPS) 09/12/94 59 FR 46780 Supp NPRM 1 10/11/95 60 FR 52889 Supp NPRM 2 12/09/98 63 FR 67988 NPRM Amendment 06/30/04 69 FR 39383 Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3380; Sectors Affected: 3251 Basic Chemical Manufacturing Agency Contact: Mary Kissell, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-4516 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: kissell.mary@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AE94 _______________________________________________________________________ 3137. AMENDMENTS TO STANDARD OF PERFORMANCE FOR NEW STATIONARY SOURCES; MONITORING REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR PART 60, APPENDIX F, PROCEDURE 3) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 15, 2001, -. Abstract: This rulemaking proposes to add a method, Method 203, for the measurement of opacity from stationary sources, to appendix M (Example Test Methods for State Implementation Plans) in 40 CFR part 51. This action provides States with an instrumental test method which can be used in determining, on a continuous basis, compliance with stationary source opacity emission limitations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/07/92 57 FR 46114 Supplemental NPRM 05/08/03 68 FR 24692 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3958; Agency Contact: Solomon Ricks, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5242 Fax: 919 541-1039 Email: ricks.solomon@epamail.epa.gov Fred Thompson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, D243-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2707 Email: thompson.fred@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AH23 _______________________________________________________________________ 3138. ELECTRIC ARC FURNACE NSPS AMENDMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60.270 to 60.276a Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Sources affected by the NSPS for electric arc furnaces (subparts AA, and AAa) have expressed concerns with the requirements in the NSPS to use a continuous opacity monitor (COM) to monitor opacity and report periods when the COM indicated greater than 3 percent opacity as periods of excess emissions, and have petitioned the EPA to reconsider the COM requirements. These concerns arise from recent information that indicate that COM readings may have an error of up to 4 percent, which in itself is greater than the 3 percent excess emissions threshold. The EPA is reconsidering the COM requirements, and may amend the NSPS to add alternative monitoring requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/16/02 67 FR 64014 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4555; Agency Contact: Kevin Cavender, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-2364 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: cavender.kevin@epamail.epa.gov Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ68 _______________________________________________________________________ 3139. UPDATE OF CONTINUOUS INSTRUMENTAL TEST METHODS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7411 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Methods 3A, 6C, 7E, 10, and 20 of 40 CFR part 60, appendix A are instrumental methods that are being revised to make their performance criteria consistent. Analyzer calibration error tests and sampling system bias tests now required in Methods 3A, 6C, and 7E are being added to Methods 10 and 20. Inconsistent acceptance criteria for other performance tests and calibration gas quality are also being made uniform. Performance criteria currently determined based on the instrument span is being revised to an emission limit basis. This change will fix the acceptance limits for all source tests on the applicable emission limit and not on a span value that sources have some discretion in choosing. These revisions were proposed on August 27, 1997, in an announcement entitled ``Amendments for Testing and Monitoring Provisions.'' They were considered not significant at that time. The public did not feel that the preamble to the rule provided adequate notice of the changes being made to the methods. The commenters requested a reproposal of these revision to the instrumental methods to allow for adequate public review. Methods 7F and 7G are new methods that measure nitrogen oxides electrochemically. These methods are being proposed in response to requests made by vendors/sources. These methods will [[Page 73842]] add flexibility to the testing provisions currently in place and will not add requirements or affect the stringency of the underlying emission standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/10/03 68 FR 58838 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Additional Information: SAN No. 4161; Agency Contact: Foston Curtis, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD- 19, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-1063 Email: curtis.foston@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK61 _______________________________________________________________________ 3140. PETITIONS TO DELIST HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS: MEK Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112(b)(3) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, February 28, 2000. Abstract: The Agency has received a petition to remove methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) from the list of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) under section 112(b) of the Clean Air Act. The Agency must review the petitions and either grant or deny the petition within 18 months of the date the complete petition was received. If the Agency grants a petition, a notice of proposed rulemaking will be published in the Federal Register, allowing the opportunity for public comment. If the Agency denies a petition, a notice of denial will be published in the Federal Register providing an explanation for such denial. If the Agency grants a petition and ultimately removes the pollutant from the HAP list then sources emitting such pollutants would not be required to meet MACT emissions standards for the pollutant. If on the other hand, the Agency denies the petition, then MACT standards would be issued as currently planned under section 112(c) and 112(d) of the Clean Air Act for sources emitting such pollutants. Depending on the 4 individual determinations, the Agency will issue separate notices for each. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4313; Agency Contact: Kelly Rimer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404-01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-2962 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: rimer.kelly@epamail.epa.gov Dave Guinnup, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404- 01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5368 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: guinnup.dave@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AI72 _______________________________________________________________________ 3141. CLEAN AIR MERCURY RULE--ELECTRIC UTILITY STEAM GENERATING UNITS Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 127 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 2060-AJ65 _______________________________________________________________________ 3142. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR COKE OVEN BATTERIES--RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, October 27, 2001, National Emission Standards for Coke Ovens - Residual Risk Standards. Final, Judicial, March 31, 2005, Consent Decree; still holding discussions re what day in March 2005 rule will need to be signed. Abstract: The Clean Air Act (CAA) Section 112(f), standard to protect health and the environment is the statutory authority for this rulemaking. In accordance with Section 112(f)(2), EPA must promulgate residual risk standards 8 years after promulgation of emission standards. We promulgated emission standards for charging, topside leaks, and door leaks at coke ovens on October 27, 1993. This rule will further reduce coke oven emissions from charging, topside leaks, and door leaks at the affected coke plants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/09/04 69 FR 48338 Final Action 04/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Additional Information: SAN No. 4620; Sectors Affected: 331111 Iron and Steel Mills Agency Contact: Lula Melton, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2910 Email: melton.lula@epamail.epa.gov Dave Guinnup, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404- 01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5368 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: guinnup.dave@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ96 _______________________________________________________________________ 3143. NESHAP FOR PRIMARY ALUMINUM REDUCTION PLANTS; AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The NESHAP for Primary Aluminum Reduction Plants was promulgated in 1997 (40 CFR part 63, subpart LL). The amendments described here would revise the emission limit for polycyclic organic matter applicable to one subcategory of source based on newly available data more representative of performance from the top five performing sources. The proposed amendments would also clarify language on compliance dates and add specific provisions for startup of new or reconstructed affected sources and affected sources that restart after being idled for long periods of time. More time would be allowed due to the nature of the process operation, depending on the type of source. No additional costs or information collection requirements would be [[Page 73843]] incurred as a result of the amendments. There also are no significant policy issues. State agency and industry representatives concur with the changes, which will improve implementation of the 1997 rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/17/03 68 FR 12645 Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4713; Agency Contact: Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK50 _______________________________________________________________________ 3144. NESHAP FOR PETROLEUM REFINERIES: CATALYTIC CRACKING UNITS, CATALYTIC REFORMING UNITS, AND SULFUR RECOVERY UNITS; AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The NESHAP for Petroleum Refineries an existing rulemaking (40 CFR part 63, subpart UUU) to control hazardous air pollutant emissions from equipment in the petroleum refining industry. This rulemaking will amend the Petroleum Refinery NESHAP to incorporate additional compliance options for catalytic reforming units at refineries. Clarifying language and missing tables will also be added. This action will not increase costs or change the emission reductions expected for this rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4714; Agency Contact: Bob Lucas, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-0884 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: lucas.bob@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK51 _______________________________________________________________________ 3145. NESHAP: GENERAL PROVISIONS; AMENDMENTS FOR POLLUTION PREVENTION ALTERNATIVE COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.2; 40 CFR 63.17 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: We are proposing amendments to the part 63 General Provisions that would allow facilities that are subject to a maximum achievable control technology (MACT) subpart to discontinue unnecessary requirements if, through pollution prevention measures, they achieve and can demonstrate continued hazardous air pollutant (HAP) emission reductions equivalent to or better than the MACT level of control. We are proposing these amendments to encourage and promote pollution prevention, which is our strategy of first choice in reducing HAP emissions. We expect these amendments to result in no additional burden for sources and air pollution control agencies. This effort is the product of discussions with State and local air pollution control officials. There also are no significant policy issues. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Proposed Amdt 05/15/03 68 FR 26249 Final Action 03/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4719; Agency Contact: Rick Colyer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5262 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: colyer.rick@epamail.epa.gov Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK54 _______________________________________________________________________ 3146. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS FOR STATIONARY COMBUSTION TURBINES--PETITION TO DELIST Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, 12 months from the date of the receipt of the last information completing the petition. Abstract: The Agency has received a petition to remove the Gas Turbines source category from the list of hazardous air pollutant sources under section 112(c) of the Clean Air Act. The Agency must review the petition and either grant or deny the petition within 12 months of the date the complete petition is received. If the Agency grants the petition, a notice of proposed rulemaking will be published in the FR, allowing the opportunity for public comment. If the Agency denies the petition, a notice of denial will be published in the FR providing an explanation of the denial. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM -- Delisting 04/07/04 69 FR 18327 NPRM-STAY 04/07/04 69 FR 18338 Final Action - STAY 08/18/04 69 FR 5118 Final Action - Delisting 05/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4751; Sectors Affected: 3336 Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing; 221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation [[Page 73844]] Agency Contact: Kelly Rimer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404-01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-2962 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: rimer.kelly@epamail.epa.gov Dave Guinnup, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404- 01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5368 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: guinnup.dave@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK73 _______________________________________________________________________ 3147. NESHAP: ETHYLENE PROCESSES; AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 subparts XX and YY Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Ethylene Production NESHAP was promulgated on Friday, July 12, 2002 (67 FR 46258) without petition for judicial review. However, we did receive a letter from the affected industry association requesting that we consider certain technical corrections. Following review of this request, we believe some changes to the final rule are necessary for clarity and consistency. This correction requires an action in the form of a direct final rule which will contain rule changes, technical amendments and clarifications. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 02/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4763; Agency Contact: Warren Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5124 Fax: 919 541-3470 Email: johnson.warren@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK80 _______________________________________________________________________ 3148. SECTION 126 RULE WITHDRAWAL PROVISION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7426 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA is proposing to revise one narrow aspect of the Section 126 Rule, which was promulgated January 18, 2000. The rule requires certain sources located in the eastern United States to reduce their NOx emissions for purposes of reducing ozone transport. EPA coordinated the Section 126 Rule with a related ozone transport rule, known as the NOx State implementation plan call (NOx SIP Call), which also addresses ozone transport in the eastern United States. The EPA established the same compliance date for both rules, May 1, 2003. The EPA included a provision in the Section 126 Rule which provided that where a State adopted, and EPA approved, a SIP controlling transport under the NOx SIP Call, and with a May 1, 2003 compliance date, EPA would withdraw the Section 126 requirements for sources in that State. This was a practical way to address the overlap between the two rules and avoid having sources be subject to two sets of potentially different NOx transport control requirements. As the result of court actions, the compliance dates for the Section 126 Rule and the NOx SIP Call have both been delayed until May 31, 2004. In addition, the NOx SIP Call has been divided into two phases. Therefore, it is necessary to revise the Section 126 Rule withdrawal provision so that it will continue to operate under these new circumstances. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4689; Agency Contact: Carla Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-3347 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: oldham.carla@epamail.epa.gov Doug Grano, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539- 02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-3292 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: grano.doug@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK41 _______________________________________________________________________ 3149. STREAMLINED EVAPORATIVE TEST PROCEDURES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7521(m) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will streamline the test procedure used to establish compliance with evaporative emission requirements for light duty vehicles and trucks. The current test procedure requires both two and three day diurnal emission tests, as well as running-loss testing. The revisions will delete the three-day requirement and add flexibilities for running-loss compliance. This will enable manufacturers to save significant resources without any decrease in environmental benefits. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 08/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3910; Agency Contact: David Good, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, NFEVL, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 Phone: 734-214-4450 Email: good.david@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AH34 _______________________________________________________________________ 3150. EXPANDED DEFINITIONS FOR ALTERNATIVE-FUELED VEHICLES AND ENGINES MEETING LOW-EMISSION VEHICLE EXHAUST EMISSION STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 15 USC 2001; 15 USC 2002; 15 USC 2003; 15 USC 2005; 15 USC 2006; 15 USC 213; 42 USC 7521; [[Page 73845]] 42 USC 7522; 42 USC 7524; 42 USC 7525; 42 USC 7541; 42 USC 7542; 42 USC 7549; 42 USC 7550; 42 USC 7552 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 88 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will ease the burden of certification for both Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and after-market conversion entities. This action will, for vehicles and engines meeting LEV emission standards, broaden the definition of the term dedicated fuel system, broaden the criteria for engine families, and provide an exemption from certification fees. This action is not a deregulatory action. This action will provide another means for small business to remain active entities in supplying alternatively fueled vehicles to the market place. The above three changes are intended to reduce the cost of complying with the requirements of certification, and small business will benefit from these changes. This action will enhance the ability for the regulated industry to provide alternatively fueled vehicles to the consumer in support of the Executive Order 13031. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/20/98 63 FR 38767 Notice 05/14/99 64 FR 26410 Final Action 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4030 Agency Contact: Dan Harrison, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4281 Email: harrison.dan@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AH52 _______________________________________________________________________ 3151. MODIFICATION OF THE ANTI-DUMPING BASELINE DATE CUT-OFF LIMIT FOR DATA USED IN DEVELOPMENT OF AN INDIVIDUAL BASELINE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7521(1); 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.91(b)(1)(i); 40 CFR 80.93(a) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: ``Dumping'' refers to the practice whereby refiners making clean fuels for certain markets (such as reformulated gasoline for clean-air purposes) take the pollutants removed from the clean fuels and ``dump'' them into other fuels they are producing for other markets. This, if allowed, would make those other fuels even dirtier than before, and so the Clean Air Act prohibits this practice. EPA has existing ``anti-dumping'' rules on the books that codify this Clean Air Act prohibition. This regulation is a minor technical amendment to those existing regulations. It would amend a portion of those regulations to allow the use of data collected after January 1, 1995 in the development of baselines, and it would establish a cut-off date of January 1, 2002 for the submission of all individual baselines under the anti-dumping program. This date is the same as that allowed for foreign refineries seeking a unique individual baseline under the anti- dumping program.) Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4604 Agency Contact: Christine Brunner, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4287 Fax: 734 214-4816 Email: brunner.christine@epamail.epa.gov Patrice Simms, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-5593 Email: simms.patrice@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ82 _______________________________________________________________________ 3152. EMISSIONS DURABILITY PROCEDURES FOR NEW LIGHT-DUTY VEHICLES AND LIGHT-DUTY TRUCKS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7521 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: On October 22, 2002 the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit vacated durability provisions that automotive manufacturers used to demonstrate that the emissions of their vehicles would comply with emission standards for the useful lives of those vehicles. The Court also required EPA to issue new regulations. This action fulfills the mandate. The new durability regulations will include options that a manufacturer may choose from to age pre-production vehicles to determine the rate of emission deterioration over the vehicle's useful life. The options will include a prescribed fixed driving cycle and a prescribed bench aging cycle that are used to age prototype vehicles or emission control components to the equivalent of the useful life period of the vehicle in a manner that replicates the aging that the vehicle or components would see in actual use. This rule does not change the Federal emission standards or the test procedures used to quantify emissions. Although there is no court-ordered deadline, this is a court-ordered action. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/02/04 69 FR 17532 Final Action 05/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4757 Sectors Affected: 3361 Motor Vehicle Manufacturing Agency Contact: Linda Hormes, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4502 Fax: 734 214-4053 Email: hormes.linda@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK76 _______________________________________________________________________ 3153. IMPORTATION OF NONCONFORMING VEHICLES; AMENDMENTS TO REGULATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7522 CAA 203; 42 USC 7525 CAA 206; 42 USC 7541 CAA 207; 42 USC 7542 CAA 208; 42 USC 7601 CAA 301; 42 USC 7522 [[Page 73846]] CAA 203; 42 USC 7550 CAA 216; 42 USC 7601 CAA 301 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 85 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will amend the regulations in 40 CFR part 85, subpart P to allow entry into the United States of vehicles which are originally sold in Canada and which are identical to their U.S. counterparts, without obtaining a certificate of conformity from EPA. This action is in response to a petition for review of import rules. The final rule also will address certain other issues in part 85, subpart P and subpart R, including: (1) Formalizing a long-standing EPA policy regarding the importation of owned vehicles that are proven to be identical to a vehicle certified for sale in the United States (2) establishing new emission standards applicable to imported nonconforming vehicles; (3) clarifying the regulatory language that concerns exclusions and exemptions from meeting Federal emission requirements; and (4) providing several minor clarifications to the existing regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/24/94 59 FR 13912 Supplemental NPRM 02/12/96 61 FR 5840 Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 2665; Agency Contact: Bob Doyal, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6405J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202 343-9258 RIN: 2060-AI03 _______________________________________________________________________ 3154. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: PROCESS FOR EXEMPTING CRITICAL USES OF METHYL BROMIDE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7671c CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: With this action, EPA is revising the accelerated phaseout regulations that govern the production, import, export, transformation and destruction of substances that deplete the ozone layer. The amendments will incorporate exemptions permitted under the ``Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer'' and changes to the Clean Air Act. Specifically, the amendments will create a process to exempt production and consumption of quantities of methyl bromide for critical uses from the 2005 phaseout of methyl bromide. In addition, the rule will limit the amount of methyl bromide available from inventories for critical uses. Because this is an exemption to the phaseout it confers a benefit on affected entities. The rule will allocate quantities of methyl bromide for critical use exemptions for 2005 based on amounts of methyl bromide authorized by the Parties to the Montreal Protocol. This allocation of quantities was previously to be proposed in a separate action under SAN 4820, but the rulemakings were combined. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/25/04 69 FR 52366 Final Action 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4535; Agency Contact: Hodayah Finman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9246 Fax: 202 565-2079 Email: finman.hodayah@epamail.epa.gov Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9185 Fax: 202-565-2155 Email: land.tom@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ63 _______________________________________________________________________ 3155. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: LISTING OF SUBSTITUTES FOR OZONE-DEPLETING SUBSTANCES: N-PROPYL BROMIDE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7601; 42 USC 7671 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would list whether n-propyl bromide (nPB) is an acceptable substitute for class I and class II ozone depleting substances used as solvents for general metals, precision, and electronics cleaning, as well as in aerosol solvent and adhesives end uses. This could provide another alternative to solvents with higher ozone depletion potential that industry is interested in using. The rule also would propose specific conditions on the use of nPB as a solvent. These might include limiting the specific applications in which it may be used to those with low emissions and requiring exposure limits consistent with industry practices. This will ensure that nPB is used in a manner that is safe and environmentally protective. OSHA does not currently regulate nPB. EPA would revise our ruling to adopt whatever OSHA requires if OSHA later regulates the use of nPB. If finalized as proposed, this rule would be consistent with most existing industry practices and would impose little or no burden on industry. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/03/03 68 FR 33284 NPRM Correction 10/02/03 68 FR 56809 Final Action 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4599; Split from RIN 2060-AJ58. The previous ANPRM was under SAN No. 3525. Sectors Affected: 334 Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing; 332 Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing; 337 Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing; 333 Machinery Manufacturing; 331 Primary Metal Manufacturing; 336 Transportation Equipment Manufacturing; 32615 Urethane and Other Foam Product (except Polystyrene) Manufacturing Agency Contact: Margaret Sheppard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9163 Fax: 202 343-2338 Email: sheppard.margaret@epamail.epa.gov [[Page 73847]] Erin Birgfeld, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9079 Fax: 202 343-2338 Email: birgfeld.erin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK26 _______________________________________________________________________ 3156. FEDERAL IMPLEMENTATION PLANS FOR INDIAN RESERVATIONS IN IDAHO, OREGON AND WASHINGTON Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 49.121 to 49.139; 40 CFR 49.9861 to 49.17810 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This Federal Implementation Plan (FIP) proposes basic air rules to apply on Indian Reservations in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. The rules provide some basic air quality protection similar to what the state implementation plans (SIPs) require for Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. These rules are needed to establish a level playing field and create basic federally enforceable rules under the Clean Air Act. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 03/15/02 67 FR 11748 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4487; EPA Region 10 would be responsible for implementing and enforcing these proposed rules. Tribes can choose to assist EPA or take over responsibility for their reservations, and EPA would provide funding to tribes through grants to support their efforts. Agency Contact: Debra Suzuki, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office Seattle, OAQ-107, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 206-553-0985 Fax: 206-553-0110 Email: suzuki.debra@epamail.epa.gov Mahbubul Islam, Environmental Protection Agency, Regional Office Seattle, OAQ-107, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 206-553-6985 Fax: 206 553-0110 Email: islam.mahbubul@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2012-AA01 _______________________________________________________________________ 3157. REVISION TO THE DEFINITION OF VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND (VOC) TO EXCLUDE TERTIARY BUTYL ACETATE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.100(s) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The definition of VOC is proposed to be revised to add tertiary butyl acetate to the list of negligibly reactive compounds. This is a deregulatory action that will remove tertiary butyl acetate from the necessity to be controlled as a VOC in SIPs for attaining the ozone standard. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/30/99 64 FR 52731 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4254; Agency Contact: William Johnson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919 541-5245 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: johnson.williaml@epa.gov Terry Keating, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6103A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-1174 Fax: 202 564-1554 Email: keating.terry@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AI45 _______________________________________________________________________ 3158. CLEAN AIR VISIBILITY RULE Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 126 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 2060-AJ31 _______________________________________________________________________ 3159. ADOPTION OF THE AMENDED INTERNATIONAL NOX STANDARD FOR AIRCRAFT ENGINES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq; CAA 231 to 232; 42 USC 7571 to 7572; 5 USC 552(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 87.1; 40 CFR 87.21; 40 CFR 87.64; 40 CFR 87.71; 40 CFR 87.10; 40 CFR 87.31(b); 40 CFR 87.82; 40 CFR 87.89 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The purpose of this final rulemaking is to amend the existing United States regulations governing the exhaust emissions from new commercial aircraft gas turbine engines. The amendment will codify into United States law the recently amended voluntary NOx emission standard of the United Nation's International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), thus bringing the United States emission standards into alignment with the internationally adopted standards. This NOx standard was adopted at the ICAO/Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection (CAEP) 4 meeting in 1998. The implementation of the standard is to begin in January 2004. Further, this amendment will establish consistency between U.S. and international requirements and test procedures. This action is necessary to ensure that domestic commercial aircraft meet international standards and the public can be assured that they are receiving the air quality benefits of the international standards. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/30/03 68 FR 56226 Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Additional Information: SAN No. 4631; Sectors Affected: 33641 Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing; 336412 Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing; 3336 Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing; 336413 Other Aircraft Part and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing Agency Contact: Bryan Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air [[Page 73848]] and Radiation, 6407, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4832 Fax: 734 214-4018 Email: manning.bryan@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK01 _______________________________________________________________________ 3160. REGULATION OF FUEL AND FUEL ADDITIVES: EXTENSION OF CALIFORNIA ENFORCEMENT EXEMPTIONS FOR REFORMULATED GASOLINE TO CALIFORNIA PHASE 3 GASOLINE Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.81 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA is proposing to exempt refiners, importers, and blenders of gasoline subject to the State of California's reformulated gasoline regulations from certain enforcement provisions in the federal reformulated (RFG) regulations. Certain exemptions under the federal RFG program already apply to California Phase 2 gasoline, but additional exemptions are necessary to cover Phase 3 gasoline. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 08/11/04 69 FR 48827 Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4634; Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries; 32511 Petrochemical Manufacturing Agency Contact: Anne--Marie Pastorkovich, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9623 Email: pastorkovich.anne-marie@epamail.epa.gov Dave Kortum, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9022 Fax: 202 343-2802 Email: kortum.dave@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK04 _______________________________________________________________________ 3161. CALIFORNIA GASOLINE TECHNICAL CORRECTION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7521(1); 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.81(a) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule corrects final regulations which were published in the Federal Register on March 29, 2001 (66 FR 17230). The corrected regulatory provision restores the definition of California gasoline as used in the enforcement exemptions for California gasoline under the regulation of fuels and fuel additives. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 04/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4722; Agency Contact: Christine Brunner, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4287 Fax: 734 214-4816 Email: brunner.christine@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK56 _______________________________________________________________________ 3162. AMENDMENTS TO THE REQUIREMENTS ON VARIABILITY IN THE COMPOSITION OF ADDITIVES CERTIFIED UNDER THE GASOLINE DEPOSIT CONTROL PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 Legal Deadline: Other, Statutory, May 30, 2001, Settlement agreement with American Chemistry Council in 8/2000 requires publication of NPRM ``as expeditiously as practicable''. Abstract: A direct final rule (DFRM) and parallel notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) were published on November 5, 2001, in response to a settlement agreement reached with the American Chemical Council (ACC) regarding their litigation on the Gasoline Deposit Control Additive Rule. This litigation pertained to the information that manufacturers must provide on additive composition at the time of certification. Adverse comments were received on two of the four amendments. A partial withdrawal notice was published on January 24, 2002, which withdrew the amendments on which we received adverse comments. In this action, we plan to finalize the provisions that were withdrawn. The provisions we plan to finalize are based on an ACC consensus position, which reduces the burden on manufacturers in demonstrating compliance with limits on the compositional variability of the deposit control additives, while maintaining the emissions control benefits of the gasoline deposit control program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 1 11/05/01 66 FR 55885 Final Action 2 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4557.1; Split from RIN 2060-AJ69. Action is consistent with Settlement Agreement signed with American Chemistry Council in January 2000, which became final in August, 2000 (no comments were received in the public notice and comment). ACC v. EPA, D.C. Cir. No. 94-1778 (consol). Sectors Affected: 325998 All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product Manufacturing Agency Contact: Jeff Herzog, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, ASD, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4227 Fax: 734 214-4816 Email: herzog.jeff@epamail.epa.gov Andrea Medici, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, ARLO/PTSLO, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-5634 Fax: 202 564-5653 Email: medici.andrea@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK62 [[Page 73849]] _______________________________________________________________________ 3163. ANTI-DUMPING BASELINE RECALCULATION FOR DOWNSTREAM OXYGENATE ADDITION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.91 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would allow a refiner who added oxygenate after sampling and just before shipment to exclude that oxygenate from its anti-dumping baseline determination. This exclusion of oxygenate is already allowed for a refinery's gasoline to which oxygenate was added outside of the refinery gate. This rule will have limited application, and could provide relief to small refiners. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4706; Agency Contact: Christine Brunner, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4287 Fax: 734 214-4816 Email: brunner.christine@epamail.epa.gov Patrice Simms, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-5593 Email: simms.patrice@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK69 _______________________________________________________________________ 3164. REGULATION OF FUELS AND FUEL ADDITIVES: MODIFICATIONS TO STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR REFORMULATED AND CONVENTIONAL GASOLINE INCLUDING BUTANE BLENDERS AND ATTEST ENGAGEMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7454(c); 42 USC 7454(k); 42 USC 7601 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Through the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990, Congress mandated that EPA promulgate regulations for reformulated and conventional gasoline. The purpose of this mandate was to reduce vehicle emissions of toxic and ozone-forming compounds. EPA published the regulations on February 16, 1994. On July 11, 1997, EPA published a proposed rule that included various minor adjustments to the 1994 rule. The emissions benefits achieved from the reformulated gasoline and conventional gasoline programs would not be reduced by the proposed changes. On December 31, 1997, EPA finalized many of the proposed changes. This rule would finalize certain other of the remaining changes that were not included in the December 31, 1997, final rule. These changes make minor adjustments to the structure of the reformulated gasoline and conventional gasoline programs, correct technical errors, and codify guidance previously issued by the Agency. This rule also makes several minor technical corrections to the reformulated gasoline rule which were not included in the aforementioned July 11, 1997 proposal, and makes minor technical corrections to the gasoline sulfur rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4758; Sectors Affected: 42271 Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals; 32411 Petroleum Refineries Agency Contact: Marilyn Bennett, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9624 Fax: 202 343-2803 Email: bennett.marilyn@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK77 _______________________________________________________________________ 3165. CLEAN AIR INTERSTATE RULE FORMERLY TITLED: INTERSTATE AIR QUALITY RULE Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 72; 40 CFR 73; 40 CFR 74; 40 CFR 77; 40 CFR 78; 40 CFR 96 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Many pollutant types and sources contribute to ambient levels of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and ozone that exceed national air quality standards, and to regional haze that adversely affects visibility in Federal Class I areas. Some of these pollutants may originate tens or hundreds of miles from the areas where violations of the national ambient air quality standards are detected, from sources that are outside the jurisdiction of the State that is harmed. The Clean Air Act requires that a State take steps to prevent emissions from sources located within its boundaries from interfering with a downwind State's ability to meet air quality standards, or interfering with measures to protect visibility. EPA believes it is important to address interstate transport of PM2.5 and 8-hour ozone prior to the time when State plans addressing nonattainment of the standards are completed, so that States can rely on upwind reductions when developing plans for attaining the standards. The Bush Administration has proposed Clear Skies legislation that will help reduce interstate transport of pollution from the largest emitters in the power generation sector. This mandatory program would dramatically reduce sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and mercury by setting a national cap on emissions of each pollutant from power generators. Trading would provide sources with flexibility to reduce their emissions in most efficient and least costly way. EPA prefers to address the issue of transported pollution from power generators through Clear Skies legislation rather than rulemaking. Because enactment of legislation is inherently uncertain, in addition to promoting legislation EPA is initiating this rulemaking as a potential substitute to achieve part of what would be achieved by Clear Skies. Also, if analysis warrants, this rulemaking could supplement legislation by addressing categories of emissions sources not covered by the legislation. [[Page 73850]] Further, EPA will conduct updated transport analyses to determine whether emission reductions beyond the already-promulgated NOx SIP Call (63 FR 57355) are warranted for purposes of the 8-hour ozone standard. Under the Clean Air Interstate Rule, EPA would establish state-level emissions reduction requirements for transported pollutants, and offer compliance flexibility in the form of an emissions trading program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/30/04 69 FR 4566 Supplemental NPRM 06/10/04 69 FR 32683 Notice of Data Availability 08/06/04 69 FR 47828 Final Action 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Energy Effects: Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by Executive Order 13211. Additional Information: SAN No. 4794; URL For More Information: www.epa.gov/interstateairquality Agency Contact: Carla Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-3347 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: oldham.carla@epamail.epa.gov Joe Paisie, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5556 Fax: 919 541-5489 Email: paisie.joe@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL76 _______________________________________________________________________ 3166. LIST OF HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS, PETITION PROCESS, LESSER QUANTITY DESIGNATIONS, SOURCE CATEGORY LIST: PETITION TO DELIST ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Agency received a petition to remove Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl ether (EGBE, 2-Butoxyethanol) from the American Chemistry Council on August 29, 1997, with additional submittals through December 21, 1998. This action will address that petition. A final decision on the petition will involve the resolution of toxicological issues with EGBE, including whether or not it is a human carcinogen. The institutional structure under which the petition will be considered is as follows: The Clean Air Act requires EPA to regulate 188 compounds that are listed as air toxics, also known as hazardous air pollutants. Air toxics are those pollutants known, or suspected, to cause cancer and other human health problems. The law allows EPA to consider petitions to modify the list, by adding or removing substances. Individuals seeking to remove a substance must demonstrate that there are adequate data to determine that emissions, outdoor concentrations, bioaccumulation, or atmospheric deposition of the substance may not reasonably be anticipated to damage human health or the environment. Once EPA receives a petition, it conducts two reviews: a completeness review, to determine whether there is sufficient information on which to base a decision; and a technical review, to evaluate the merits of the petition. The EPA also requests and considers information from the public. After a comprehensive technical review of both the petition and the information received from the public to determine whether the petition satisfies the requirements of the CAA, the review team recommends to the Administrator whether to grant the petition. If the Administrator decides to grant a petition, we propose a rule in the Federal Register which proposes a modification of the HAP list and presents the reasoning for doing so. The proposed rule is open to public comment and public hearing. If the Administrator decides to deny a petition, a notice setting forth an explanation of the reasons for denial is published instead. A notice of denial constitutes final Agency action of nationwide scope and applicability, and is subject to judicial review as provided in the CAA. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/21/03 68 FR 65648 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4800; Agency Contact: Kelly Rimer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404-01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-2962 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: rimer.kelly@epamail.epa.gov Dave Guinnup, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C404- 01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5368 Fax: 919 541-0840 Email: guinnup.dave@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AL87 _______________________________________________________________________ 3167. CLEAN AIR FINE PARTICLE DESIGNATIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7404(d) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 81 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule sets out final air quality designations and classifications for all areas of the United States as required by section 107 of the Clean Air Act (CAA). The air quality status of an area is represented by the designation of the area. Designations are objectively based upon air quality monitoring data and other relevant information pertaining to the air quality in the affected area. Area designations of attainment/unclassifiable mean that the area has sufficient data to determine that the area is meeting the PM-2.5 NAAQS, or that due to no data being available for the area, or insufficient data being available, EPA can not make a determination for the area. States and tribes were requested to make their designation recommendations to EPA by February 2004. EPA reviewed the designation recommendations submitted by the States and tribes and made modifications as deemed appropriate. EPA is required by the CAA to notify States and tribes of any modifications that they intend to make to their recommendations no later than 120 days prior to promulgation of the designations. This time period is meant to provide States and tribes an opportunity to make a case for why [[Page 73851]] EPA's modifications may be inappropriate. EPA notified States and tribes of the intended changes to their recommendations on June 29, 2004. The final date for promulgating designations for PM-2.5 is November 17, 2004. The effective date of the designations will be 60 days following the promulgation of the designations in the Federal Register. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4840; Agency Contact: Larry Wallace, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-15, C504-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-0906 Fax: 919 541-5489 Email: wallace.larry@epamail.epa.gov Rich Damberg, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504- 02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5592 Fax: 919 541-5489 Email: damberg.rich@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM04 _______________________________________________________________________ 3168. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE; REFRIGERANT RECYCLING; SUBSTITUTE REFRIGERANTS; LEAK REPAIR REQUIREMENTS FOR REFRIGERATION AND AIR-CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq; 42 USC 7671(g) CAA 608 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82(F) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA is amending the leak repair requirements for commercial, comfort cooling, and industrial process refrigeration appliances, promulgated under section 608 of the Clean Air Act. This rule will address methods to calculate leak rates, amend definitions concerning leak repair, and clarify how the leak repair requirements of section 608 extend to appliances using refrigerants that are substitutes for CFC and HCFC refrigerants. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/11/98 63 FR 32044 Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3560.2; Split from RIN 2060. Split from RIN 2060-AF37. Agency Contact: Julius Banks, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washignton, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9870 Fax: 202-565-2155 Email: banks.julius@epamail.epa.gov Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9185 Fax: 202-565-2155 Email: land.tom@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM05 _______________________________________________________________________ 3169. NESHAP: ASPHALT PROCESSING AND ASPHALT ROOFING MANUFACTURING-- AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action is a direct final amendment to the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for asphalt processing and asphalt roofing manufacturing that will correct minor errors in that rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 02/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4855; Agency Contact: Rick Colyer, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5262 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: colyer.rick@epamail.epa.gov Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C-504- 05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5596 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: crowder.jim@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM10 _______________________________________________________________________ 3170. CONTROL OF AIR POLLUTION FROM NEW MOTOR VEHICLES: IN-USE, NOT-TO- EXCEED EMISSION STANDARD TESTING FOR HEAVY-DUTY DIESEL ENGINES AND VEHICLES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 1065 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, June 3, 2004, lawsuit settlement agreement regarding not-to-exceed (NTE) emission standards, engine manufacturers vs. EPA. Final, Judicial, May 1, 2005, lawsuit settlement agreement regarding not-to-exceed (NTE) emission standards, engine manufacturers vs. EPA. Abstract: EPA and the Engine Manufacturers Association reached a lawsuit settlement agreement that will result in a manufacturer-run, in-use emissions testing program for heavy-duty diesel trucks. Manufacturers will monitor compliance with certain emission standards, called the Not-to-Exceed (NTE) standards, by testing in-use diesel engines during normal vehicle operation using portable emission measurement systems for the first time. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/21/04 69 FR 634326 Final Action 06/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4845; Agency Contact: Rich Wilcox, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4390 Email: wilcox.rich@epamail.epa.gov [[Page 73852]] Rick Gezelle, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9267 Email: gezelle.rick@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM17 _______________________________________________________________________ 3171. NESHAP: REINFORCED PLASTIC COMPOSITES--AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.5780 to 63.5935 (revisions) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Since publication of the final Reinforced Plastic Composites NESHAP, we have discovered several minor errors. We also have been told that some of the rule language is confusing. This action will correct those errors and clarify some of the rule language. It should not make any substantive changes to the stringency of the rule. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4863; Agency Contact: Keith Barnett, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5605 Fax: 919-541-5600 Email: barnett.keith@epamail.epa.gov David Cozzie, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504- 05, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5356 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: cozzie.david@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM23 _______________________________________________________________________ 3172. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: LISTING OF SUBSTITUTES FOR OZONE-DEPLETING SUBSTANCES--FIRE SUPPRESSION AND EXPLOSION PROTECTION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414, 7601, 7671 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This direct final rule updates the current SNAP list of acceptable alternatives for ozone-depleting substances in the fire suppression and explosion protection sector. The revisions to the SNAP lists will be done through a ``direct final'' rulemaking because we view them as non-controversial and anticipate no adverse comment. In this direct final rule, we are introducing new substitutes giving businesses and users additional flexibility in safely transitioning away from ozone-depleting halons in the fire protection sector. This action does not place any significant burden on users but provides new halon substitutes while continuing to protect human health and the environment. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4857; Agency Contact: Margaret Sheppard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9163 Fax: 202 343-2338 Email: sheppard.margaret@epamail.epa.gov Bella Maranion, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9749 TDD Phone: 630-443-4376 Fax: 202 343-2338 Email: maranion.bella@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM24 _______________________________________________________________________ 3173. TEST PROCEDURES FOR HIGHWAY AND NONROAD ENGINES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671q CFR Citation: 40 CFR 1065 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This regulation aims to harmonize test procedures from the various EPA programs for controlling engine emissions. It will not address emission standards, nor will it lead to additional emission reductions. Rather, it will amend 40 CFR part 1065, which contains laboratory specifications for equipment and test fuels, instructions for preparing engines and running tests, calculations for determining final emission levels from measured values, and instructions for running emission tests using portable measurement devices outside the laboratory. This action is needed because EPA has historically drafted a full set of testing specifications for each vehicle or engine category subject to emission standards as each program was developed over the past three decades. This patchwork approach has led to some variation in test parameters across programs, which we hope to address by adopting a common set of test requirements. The primary goal of this effort is to create unified testing requirements for all engines, which when implemented will streamline laboratory efforts for EPA and industry. This action will also include other technical changes intended to clarify and better define requirements, which in some cases will increase manufacturers' flexibility and decrease burden. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 09/10/04 69 FR 54846 Final Action 02/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4883; Agency Contact: Glenn Passavant, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4408 Email: passavant.glenn@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM35 [[Page 73853]] _______________________________________________________________________ 3174. REGULATION OF FUEL AND FUEL ADDITIVES: GASOLINE AND DIESEL TEST METHODS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414; 42 USC 7545; 42 USC 7601(a) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.46(a)(1); 40 CFR 80.46(a)(2); 40 CFR 80.46(f)(3)(i); 40 CFR 80.46(g)(2)(i); 40 CFR 80.580(a)(2)(i); 40 CFR 80.580(a)(3)(ii) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Fuel manufacturers of gasoline and diesel fuel are required to measure certain properties in order to demonstrate compliance with our motor vehicle fuels programs at 40 CFR part 80. This rule promulgates test method changes which are approved under the jurisdiction of the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM). Except as specified below, the American Petroleum Institute (API) recently recommended these test method changes to the Agency. The Agency has evaluated these recommended test methods changes, agrees with them, and believes they are based on good science. Furthermore, they would provide additional flexibility to the regulated parties. Specifically, the following changes would occur by this action: 1) update ASTM analytical test methods, ASTM D 2622, ASTM D 3120, ASTM D 5453, ASTM D 1319 and ASTM D 4815 to their most recent ASTM version, 2) update the regulations to refer to analytical test method ASTM D 6920- 03 in our regulations, rather than ASTM D 6428-99, 3) change the designated test method for measuring sulfur in butane to ASTM D 6667- 01, and continuing to allow ASTM D 3246-96 as an alternative test method for measuring sulfur in butane until the Agency promulgates a performance-based test method approach, 4) upon petition to the Agency by X-Ray Optical Systems, Inc., allow an additional alternative test method for measuring sulfur in gasoline, ASTM D 7039-04, and 5) remove the September 1, 2004, sunset provisions for the alternative analytical test methods, ASTM D 1319, which measures aromatics in RFG and CG, and ASTM D 4815, which measures oxygenate content in RFG and CG. These alternative test methods will be continued to be allowed to be used until the Agency promulgates a performance-based test method approach for qualifying alternative analytical test methods. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 04/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4895; Agency Contact: Joe Sopata, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9034 Fax: 202 343-2802 Email: sopata.joe@epamail.epa.gov Dave Kortum, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9022 Fax: 202 343-2802 Email: kortum.dave@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM42 _______________________________________________________________________ 3175. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: IMPORT PETITIONING REQUIREMENTS FOR HALON-1301 AIRCRAFT FIRE EXTINGUISHING VESSELS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule will provide an exemption under the import petitioning requirements for used ozone-depleting substances. The petitioning requirements outline the information that importers must submit to the Administrator at least forty working days before a shipment is to leave the foreign port of export. This rule will reduce the administrative burden of anyone petitioning to import aircraft fire extinguishing spherical pressure vessels containing halon-1301 (halon bottles) for hydrostatic testing in the United States. The rule would require importers to adhere to all import petitioning requirements but would require one petition to be submitted annually for all shipments rather than submission of a petition for each individual shipment forty working days prior to export. Halon bottles are individual bottles containing halon-1301 that are connected to a larger fire suppression system within an aircraft. The halon bottles are brought into the United States for hydrostatic testing in which the halon is removed, the bottles are tested to ensure durability and effectiveness, and the same amount or more of halon is replaced back in the bottles and exported once again. The halon bottles must be routinely tested under Federal Aviation Administration and United States Department of Transportation regulations. The exemption to minimize the import petitioning requirements is being initiated because the bottles are not being imported for the eventual use or resale of the halon contained in the bottles and because hydrostatic testing of the bottles is required under FAA and DOT regulations. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 03/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal Additional Information: SAN No. 4900; Agency Contact: Jabeen Akhtar, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9313 Fax: 202-564-2155 Email: akhtar.jabeen@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM46 _______________________________________________________________________ 3176. PROTECTION OF STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: SUBSTITUTE REFRIGERANT RECYCLING; AMENDMENT TO THE DEFINITION OF REFRIGERANT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.154(a) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action will correct the final rule entitled ``Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Refrigerant Recycling; Substitute Refrigerants'' which was promulgated in the Federal Register on March 12, 2004 (69 FR 11946). Specifically, EPA is amending the regulatory text for the definition of refrigerant at 40 CFR 82.152 and the prohibition against venting substitute refrigerants at 40 CFR 82.154(a). These corrections reflect the preamble and intent of the March 12, 2004, rule that maintained the statutory venting [[Page 73854]] prohibition while not otherwise regulating the sales or handling of substitute refrigerants that do not consist of an ozone-depleting substance (ODS), namely pure hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) and perfluorocarbon (PFC) refrigerants. Failure to make this correction would result in the unintentional regulation of substances that do not damage the ozone layer. EPA has not been granted authority to promulgate such regulations under the CAA. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4917; Agency Contact: Julius Banks, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washignton, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9870 Fax: 202-565-2155 Email: banks.julius@epamail.epa.gov Tom Land, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9185 Fax: 202-565-2155 Email: land.tom@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM51 _______________________________________________________________________ 3177. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTION; AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action amends wastewater provisions in the final rule to be more consistent with later standards for chemical manufacturing. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 02/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4892; Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5402 Email: mcdonald.randy@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM52 _______________________________________________________________________ 3178. PROTECTION OF THE STRATOSPHERIC OZONE: ALTERNATIVES FOR THE MOBILE AIR CONDITIONING SECTOR UNDER THE SIGNIFICANT NEW ALTERNATIVES POLICY (SNAP) PROGRAM Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7671k CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.180 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking will list two new alternatives to ozone depleting substances in the mobile air conditioning sector and outline the conditions necessary for their safe use. These new alternatives have better energy efficiency and lower impacts on the environment than currently available systems. By approving these systems under SNAP, EPA will provide additional choices to the automotive industry which, if adopted would reduce the impact of mobile air conditioners on the global environment. The automotive industry, if they chose to adopt these technologies, would be required to comply with the conditions necessary to deploy these systems in a safe manner. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Rule 12/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4918; Agency Contact: Erin Birgfeld, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9079 Fax: 202 343-2338 Email: birgfeld.erin@epamail.epa.gov Dave Godwin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6205J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9324 Fax: 202-343-2363 Email: godwin.dave@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM54 _______________________________________________________________________ 3179. PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION (PSD) AND NONATTAINMENT NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR): ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT (RMRR) EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT PROVISION (ERP); RECONSIDERATION Priority: Economically Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.165; 40 CFR 51.166; 40 CFR 52.21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rulemaking is a follow up to SAN 4676, a final rule that specifies categories of equipment replacement activities that would qualify as ``routine maintenance, repair, and replacement'' (RMRR) under the Clean Air Act's New Source Review (NSR) Program (40 CFR parts 51 and 52). SAN 4676's final action -- referred to as the ``equipment replacement provision'' (ERP) -- was promulgated in the Federal Register on 10/27/03. (The rule was subsequently stayed by the US Court of Appeals (DC Circuit) on 12/24/03; see SAN 4676.1, RIN 2060-AM57, elsewhere in this Regulatory Agenda.) EPA received petitions for reconsideration from a number of environmental and public interest groups and a group of states on several issues in the ERP. This action, SAN 4676.2, grants reconsideration of three issues contained in those petitions: our legal basis for the ERP, the 20 percent cost threshold for replacements under the ERP, and the modification made to the approach for SIPs to automatically update each time EPA revises the FIP. On August 2, EPA conducted a public hearing on the Reconsideration notice (published on 7/1/04). The comment period for the Reconsideration concluded on August 30 and the record for the public hearing closed on [[Page 73855]] September 1. EPA received approximately 300 comments on the ERP Reconsideration during the comment period. About 75 percent of the comments are from citizens, 20 percent are from industry, and the remaining 5 percent are from either State/local agencies, environmental groups, or Federal agencies. EPA plans to finalize its reconsideration by December 2004. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/01/04 69 FR 40278 Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4676.2; Split from RIN 2060-AK28 Agency Contact: Dave Svendsgaard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2380 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: svendsgaard.dave@epamail.epa.gov Lynn Hutchinson, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C339-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5795 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: hutchinson.lynn@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM58 _______________________________________________________________________ 3180. NONATTAINMENT MAJOR NEW SOURCE REVIEW (NSR) Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 129 in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. RIN: 2060-AM59 _______________________________________________________________________ 3181. NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR HAZARDOUS AIR POLLUTANTS: MISCELLANEOUS COATING MANUFACTURING; AMENDMENT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The final rule was published on December 11, 2003. These minor amendments clarify the requirements for process vessels and include several technical corrections. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 04/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4890; Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5402 Email: mcdonald.randy@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM72 _______________________________________________________________________ 3182. NESHAP: ORGANIC LIQUID DISTRIBUTION--AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 112 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: A direct final rulemaking will be written in which requests for reconsideration will be addressed. End users have always been covered by the rule. It has always been our intention to cover distribution of organic liquids wherever it might take place. This will be clarified in the direct final. Recordkeeping requirements will also be reduced. Typographical and cross-referencing errors will be corrected and control requirement oversights will be corrected. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 05/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4910; Agency Contact: Martha Smith, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2421 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: smith.martha@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM77 _______________________________________________________________________ 3183. NESHAP: SECONDARY ALUMINUM PRODUCTION AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.1500 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: A National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) was promulgated for the Secondary Aluminum Production industry on March 23, 2000 (65 FR 15710). Since promulgation, a number of minor errors have been discovered in the text of the rule. This action will correct those minor errors. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4928; Agency Contact: Joseph Wood, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919 541-5446 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: wood.joe@epa.gov Keith Barnett, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5605 Fax: 919-541-5600 Email: barnett.keith@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM86 [[Page 73856]] _______________________________________________________________________ 3184. REGULATION OF FUELS AND FUEL ADDITIVES: REFINER AND IMPORTER QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR DOWNSTREAM OXYGENATE BLENDING Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7545(c) and 7545(k) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would amend the reformulated gasoline regulations to allow refiners and importers of ``reformulated gasoline blendstock for oxygenate blending,'' or RBOB, to use an alternative method of fulfilling the regulatory requirement to conduct quality assurance sampling and testing at downstream oxygenate blending facilities. This alternative method would consist of a comprehensive program of quality assurance sampling and testing calculated to achieve the same objectives as the current regulatory quality assurance requirement; ie., to ensure that all facilities that blend oxygenate with RBOB in a given reformulated gasoline area are blending the required amounts of oxygenate. The program would be carried out by an independent association funded by an industry consortium. The program would be conducted pursuant to a survey plan, approved by EPA. This action will not have any adverse environmental impact. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4930; Agency Contact: Marilyn Bennett, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406J, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9624 Fax: 202 343-2803 Email: bennett.marilyn@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM88 _______________________________________________________________________ 3185. NESHAP FOR REFRACTORY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING-- AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: PL 91-190, sec 203 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for new and existing refractory products manufacturing facilities, were promulgated on April 16, 2003, under section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act (CAA). These amendments clarify the testing and monitoring requirements of the NESHAP, bring the NESHAP into consistency with recent changes to the General Provisions to part 63, and make certain technical corrections to the rule. We view the revisions as noncontroversial and anticipate no significant adverse comments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 01/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: None Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4937; Agency Contact: Susan Fairchild, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C-504-05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5167 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: fairchild.susan@epamail.epa.gov Jim Crowder, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C-504- 05, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5596 Fax: 919 541-5600 Email: crowder.jim@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM90 _______________________________________________________________________ 3186. STATE AND FEDERAL OPERATING PERMITS PROGRAMS: AMENDMENTS TO COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:TECHNICAL CORRECTION Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7414a; 42 USC 7661 to 7661f CFR Citation: 40 CFR 70.6 (Correction); 40 CFR 71.6 (Correction) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The amendments to the compliance certification requirements for State and Federal operating permits were published in the Federal Register on June 27, 2003 (SAN 4671). The amendatory language of the final rules contained an editing error; a sentence was removed from the rules. This error could be misleading and needs to be clarified. Today's action corrects this error by inserting the missing sentence back into the rules. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Direct Final Action 11/00/04 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4941; Agency Contact: Grecia Castro, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD 304-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-1351 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: castro.grecia@epamail.epa.gov Steve Hitte, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304- 04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-0886 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: hitte.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AM92 [[Page 73857]] _______________________________________________________________________ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Long-Term Actions Clean Air Act (CAA) _______________________________________________________________________ 3187. NESHAP: OFF-SITE WASTE AND RECOVERY OPERATIONS RESIDUAL RISK STANDARD Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, July 1, 2004. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based emissions standards (MACT standards) for this source category under section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act, codified in 40 CFR part 63, subpart DD. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the Clean Air Act, is to assess residual risks after compliance with subpart DD, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4695; Sectors Affected: 56221 Waste Treatment and Disposal Agency Contact: Elaine Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5499 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: manning.elaine@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK68 _______________________________________________________________________ 3188. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS: RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS UNDER THE CLEAN AIR ACT, SECTION 112(R)(7); AVAILABILITY OF INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC; TECHNICAL AMENDMENT Priority: Info./Admin./Other Legal Authority: CAA 112(r) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 68.210 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Section 112(r)(7) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its implementing regulations at 40 CFR part 68 require certain stationary sources to report an Off-Site Consequence Analysis (OCA), including a worst-case release scenario, in a Risk Management Plan (RMP) that is to be made available to the public. In response to concerns that posting OCA information on the Internet might increase the risk of terrorist and other criminal activities, on August 5, 1999 the Chemical Safety Information, Site Security and Fuels Regulatory Relief Act (CSISSFRRA) was enacted. The Act requires the President to promulgate regulations governing the distribution of the OCA sections of RMPs that, in the opinion of the President, would minimize the likelihood of accidental releases and the risk of terrorist and other criminal activities associated with posting this information. The President delegated his rulemaking authority to the Attorney General and the Administrator of EPA, who jointly promulgated the required regulations at 40 CFR part 1400. The part 1400 regulations restrict the public's access to the OCA sections of RMPs in certain ways. As currently drafted, however, section 68.210(a) of part 68 States that RMPs are available to the public under CAA section 114, which makes information collected under the CAA, including RMPs in their entirety, available to the public, except for confidential business information. EPA is therefore revising 40 CFR section 68.210(a) to reflect the August 2000 rulemaking. The revision will state that OCA data is made available to the public under the provisions of 40 CFR part 1400. This revision is not meant to regulate any new entities. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4607; Agency Contact: Sicy Jacob, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency Response, 5104A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-8019 Fax: 202 564-8233 Email: jacob.sicy@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2050-AE95 _______________________________________________________________________ 3189. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE PREVENTION REQUIREMENTS: RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS UNDER THE CLEAN AIR ACT, SECTION 112(R)(3); REVISIONS TO THE LIST OF SUBSTANCES Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: CAA 112(r) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 68.130 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The list of substances subject to the Chemical Accident Prevention requirements at 40 CFR part 68 was promulgated on January 31, 1994. The Clean Air Act states that the list may be revised from time to time by EPA's own motion or by petition and shall be reviewed at least every 5 years. Since the January 1994 final list rule, EPA has modified the listing for hydrochloric acid; deleted a category of explosive chemicals; exempted flammable substances in gasoline used as fuel and in naturally occurring hydrocarbon mixtures prior to initial processing; and excluded flammable substances used as a fuel or held for sale as a fuel at a retail facility. In fulfillment of the statute's five-year review requirement, EPA has conducted a thorough review of the list. Based on that review, EPA is proposing additions, deletions and modifications to the list of substances. Deletions are based on EPA's review of the chemical toxicity, physical property, production/use quantity and accident history of currently listed substances and new information or erroneous data that impacts the basis of the chemical's listing. Other toxic and flammable chemicals are proposed to be added because they meet the criteria for listing a toxic or flammable substance. In addition, EPA proposes to revise the reporting threshold and toxic endpoints of several toxic substances based on updated toxicity information. Facilities (such as chemical manufacturers, processors, and users), with more than the threshold quantity of a listed substance in a process, are required to develop a Risk Management Program and submit a Risk Management Plan to EPA. The proposed changes to the list will ensure that facilities are properly managing risks of the most acutely toxic and flammable chemicals that could have an adverse impact on the [[Page 73858]] facility and surrounding community in event of an accidental release. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 4619; Sectors Affected: 325 Chemical Manufacturing; 32411 Petroleum Refineries Agency Contact: Kathy Franklin, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency Response, 5104A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-7987 Fax: 202 564-8444 Email: franklin.kathy@epamail.epa.gov Sicy Jacob, Environmental Protection Agency, Solid Waste and Emergency Response, 5104A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-8019 Fax: 202 564-8233 Email: jacob.sicy@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2050-AE96 _______________________________________________________________________ 3190. REVIEW OF THE NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR QUALITY STANDARDS FOR PARTICULATE MATTER Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined Legal Authority: 42 USC 7408; 42 USC 7409 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 31, 2005, -. Final, Judicial, December 20, 2005, -. Abstract: On July 18, 1997, the EPA published a final rule revising the national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter (PM) (62 FR 38652). While retaining the PM10 standard levels, new standards were added for fine particles (PM2.5) to provide increased protection against both health and environmental effects of PM. On the same day, a Presidential Memorandum (62 FR 38421) was published that, among other things, anticipated that EPA would complete the next review of the PM NAAQS by July 2002. The EPA's plans and schedule for the next periodic review of the PM NAAQS were published on October 23, 1997 (62 FR 55201). Due to the unprecedented volume of new research, the completion of the Criteria Document has been extended. As result the overall schedule for the review of the PM NAAQS has extended beyond the original target of July 2002. As with other NAAQS reviews, a rigorous assessment of relevant scientific information will be presented in a Criteria Document (CD) prepared by EPA's National Center for Environmental Assessment. The EPA's Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards will then prepare a Staff Paper (SP) for the Administrator which will evaluate the policy implications of the key studies and scientific information contained in the CD and additional technical analyses and identify critical elements that EPA staff believe should be considered in reviewing the standards. The CD and SP will be reviewed by the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee (CASAC) and the public, and both final documents will reflect the input received through these reviews. As the PM NAAQS review is completed, the Administrator's proposal to revise or reaffirm the PM NAAQS will be published with a request for public comment. Input received during the public comment period will be considered in the Administrator's final decision. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/06 Final Action 10/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4255, EDocket No. OAR-2001-0017 http://docket.epa.gov/edkpub /do/EDKStaffCollectionDetailView ?objectId=0b0007d48006d9eb; URL For More Information: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/naaqs/standards/pm/s--pm--index.html Agency Contact: Mary Ross, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5170 Fax: 919 541-0237 Email: ross.mary@epamail.epa.gov Karen Martin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539- 01, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5274 Fax: 919 541-0237 Email: martin.karen@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AI44 _______________________________________________________________________ 3191. EVALUATION OF UPDATED TEST PROCEDURES FOR THE CERTIFICATION OF GASOLINE DEPOSIT CONTROL ADDITIVES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: CAA 211 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: All gasoline must contain additives to control the formation of deposits in the fuel supply system and engine of motor vehicles. If uncontrolled, such deposits can result in a significant increase in motor vehicle emissions. This action will propose that updated test procedures be adopted for the certification of gasoline deposit control additives regarding their ability to control fuel injector and intake valve deposits. The adoption of the updated procedures will ensure that the gasoline deposit control program continues to ensure an adequate level of deposit control, thereby preventing an increase in motor vehicle emissions. The updated test procedures require less time to perform and are less costly. Therefore, the adoption of the proposed procedures will reduce the burden on industry of complying with the gasoline deposit control program. The proposed action will not impact small businesses, or State, local, or tribal governments. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4531; Agency Contact: Jeff Herzog, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, ASD, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4227 Fax: 734 214-4816 Email: herzog.jeff@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ61 [[Page 73859]] _______________________________________________________________________ 3192. NAAQS: SULFUR DIOXIDE (RESPONSE TO REMAND) Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7409 CAA 109 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50.4; 40 CFR 50.5 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: On November 15, 1994, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed not to revise the existing 24-hour and annual primary standards. The EPA sought public comment on the need to adopt additional regulatory measures to address the health risk to asthmatic individuals posed by short-term peak sulfur dioxide exposure. On March 7, 1995, EPA proposed implementation strategies for reducing short-term high concentrations of sulfur dioxide emissions in the ambient air. On May 22, 1996, EPA published its final decision not to revise the primary sulfur dioxide NAAQS. The notice stated that EPA would shortly propose a new implementation strategy to assist States in addressing short-term peaks of sulfur dioxide. The new implementation strategy - the Intervention Level Program - was proposed on January 2, 1997. In July 1996, the American Lung Association and the Environmental Defense Fund petitioned the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit for a judicial review of EPA's decision not to establish a new 5-minute NAAQS. On January 30, 1998, the court found that EPA did not adequately explain its decision and remanded the case so EPA could explain its rationale more fully. EPA published a schedule for responding to the remand in the May 5, 1998 Federal Register. Since that notice, EPA has continued to work on the proposed response to the remand by reviewing additional SO2 air quality information. EPA published an informational notice in the Federal Register on January 9, 2001 (66 R 1665). EPA conducted monitoring to evaluate sources of SO2 peaks and is currently analyzing these data. The results of this project will inform the response to the remand. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM NAAQS Review 11/15/94 59 FR 58958 NPRM NAAQS implementation 03/07/95 60 FR 12492 Final NAAQS Review 05/22/96 61 FR 25566 NPRM Rev. NAAQS Impl. 01/02/97 62 FR 210 Notice Resp to Remand 05/05/98 63 FR 24782 NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 1002; Agency Contact: Dave Mckee, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5288 Fax: 919 541-0237 Email: mckee.dave@epamail.epa.gov Susan Stone, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539- 01, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-1146 Email: stone.susan@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AA61 _______________________________________________________________________ 3193. NESHAP: GROUP I POLYMERS AND RESINS AND GROUP IV POLYMERS AND RESINS-AMENDMENTS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63.480 to 63.506 (Revision); 40 CFR 63.1310 to 63.1335 (Revision) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: During the development of the National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for elastomers (Group I polymers and resins) and thermoplastics (Group IV polymers and resins) (RINs 2060- AD56 and 2060-AE37), many of the provisions contained in the Hazardous Organic NESHAP (HON) were referenced directly by these polymers and resins regulations due to similarities in processes, emission characteristics, and control technologies. On January 17, 1997, the EPA promulgated changes to the HON to remove ambiguity, to clearly convey EPA intent, and to make the rule easier to understand and implement in response to industry petitions. It is necessary to make parallel changes to the polymers and resins NESHAP; otherwise inconsistencies will exist for NESHAPs regulating similar source categories. An ANPRM was published in the Federal Register on 11/25/96 (61 FR 59849), to explain the nature of changes planned. Subsequently, six litigants have petitioned for review of the elastomers and thermoplastics regulations. Four companies have petitioned EPA to reconsider specific provisions in the thermoplastics regulation. Revisions will be proposed to parallel HON changes and to resolve petitioners' issues. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 4 08/29/00 65 FR 52319 NPRM 5 03/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 3939; Sectors Affected: 325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing Agency Contact: Bob Rosensteel, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5608 Fax: 919 541-3470 Email: rosensteel.bob@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AH47 _______________________________________________________________________ 3194. PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION OF AIR QUALITY: PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW PROCEDURES FOR NON-FEDERAL CLASS I AREAS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7670 to 7479 CAA 160-169 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.166; 40 CFR 52.21 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: Under the Clean Air Act's prevention of significant deterioration (PSD) program, a State or tribe may redesignate their lands as class I areas to provide enhanced protection for their air quality resources. This rule will clarify the PSD permit review procedures for new and modified major [[Page 73860]] stationary sources near these non-Federal class I areas. EPA seeks to develop clarifying PSD permit application procedures that are effective, efficient, and equitable. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 05/16/97 62 FR 27158 NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal Additional Information: SAN No. 3919; Agency Contact: Darrel Harmon, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6101A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-7416 Fax: 202 501-1153 Email: harmon.darrel@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AH01 _______________________________________________________________________ 3195. PHASE I (FIP) TO REDUCE THE REGIONAL TRANSPORT OF OZONE IN THE EASTERN UNITED STATES Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801. Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect State, local or tribal governments and the private sector. Legal Authority: 42 USC 7410 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 97 Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, January 25, 2003, EPA is required to promulgate FIPs by January 25, 2003, unless EPA approves the State submitted plans. Abstract: This action would promulgate Federal Implementation Plans (FIPs) which require nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions decreases. The intended effect is to reduce the transport of ozone (smog) pollution and one of its main precursors (NOx) across State boundaries in the eastern half of the United States. On October 27, 1998, EPA published a final rule (the NOx SIP Call) which allowed States 12 months to develop, adopt, and submit revisions to their State Implementation Plans (SIPs) to address the transport problem. The Administrator is required to promulgate a FIP within 2 years of: (1) Finding that a State has failed to make a required submittal or (2) finding that a submittal is not complete or (3) disapproving a SIP submittal. On June 22, 2000, the D.C. Court of Appeals assigned a new SIP submittal date of October 30, 2000. Eleven States (Virginia, West Virginia, Alabama, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio) and the District of Columbia had not submitted adequate SIPs, as announced in a findings rule published on December 26, 2000. All of these States have since submitted approvable plans. (Note: The FIPs discussed here would apply to all elements of the NOx SIP call that were not remanded to EPA by the court on March 3, 2000. The portions of the SIP call that were remanded to EPA will be covered under Phase 2 SIPs, and if necessary, separate FIP actions would be prepared for those.) Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 10/21/98 63 FR 56393 Findings Action 12/26/00 65 FR 81366 Final Action To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State Additional Information: SAN No. 4096; Sectors Affected: 333415 Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing; 325188 All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing; 325199 All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing; 325998 All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product Manufacturing; 324199 All Other Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing; 33611 Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing; 32731 Cement Manufacturing; 331221 Cold-Rolled Steel Shape Manufacturing; 221121 Electric Bulk Power Transmission and Control; 221122 Electric Power Distribution; 327211 Flat Glass Manufacturing; 221112 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation; 327213 Glass Container Manufacturing; 32512 Industrial Gas Manufacturing; 325131 Inorganic Dye and Pigment Manufacturing; 331111 Iron and Steel Mills; 322122 Newsprint Mills; 333618 Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing; 327212 Other Pressed and Blown Glass and Glassware Manufacturing; 322121 Paper (except Newsprint) Mills; 32213 Paperboard Mills; 32511 Petrochemical Manufacturing; 48621 Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas; 325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing; 32211 Pulp Mills; 22133 Steam and Air-Conditioning Supply Agency Contact: Doug Grano, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-3292 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: grano.doug@epamail.epa.gov Jan King, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5665 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: king.jan@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AH87 _______________________________________________________________________ 3196. NESHAP: AEROSPACE MANUFACTURING AND REWORK FACILITIES RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 30, 2003. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63, subpart GG. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from the same source category, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/07 Final Action 01/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4653; Sectors Affected: 33641 Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing Agency Contact: Tony Wayne, Environmental Protection Agency, Air [[Page 73861]] and Radiation, C439-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5439 Fax: 919 541-0942 Email: wayne.tony@epamail.epa.gov Laura McKelvey, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5497 Fax: 919-541-0942 Email: mckelvey.laura@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK08 _______________________________________________________________________ 3197. NESHAP: GROUP II POLYMERS AND RESINS-- RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, March 8, 2003. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA. This source category covers certain chemical process units used to manufacture products. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this same source category, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4657; Sectors Affected: 325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing Agency Contact: Randy McDonald, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5402 Email: mcdonald.randy@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK13 _______________________________________________________________________ 3198. NESHAP: NATIONAL EMISSION STANDARDS FOR MARINE TANK VESSEL LOADING OPERATIONS-- RESIDUAL RISK STANDARD Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 19, 2003, Final Action. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63, subpart Y. This source category covers tanks or ships that contain gasoline, crude oil, or HAPs in bulk. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this same source category, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/06 Final Action 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4661; Sectors Affected: 483 Water Transportation Agency Contact: David Markwordt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-0837 Fax: 919-541-0942 Email: markwordt.david@epamail.epa.gov Laura McKelvey, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5497 Fax: 919-541-0942 Email: mckelvey.laura@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK17 _______________________________________________________________________ 3199. NESHAP: SECONDARY LEAD SMELTING RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 23, 2003. Abstract: National emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for secondary lead smelting were promulgated on June 23, 1995 under Clean Air Act section 112(d). The standards establish emission limitations and work practice standards for all new and existing secondary lead smelters that produce refined lead from lead scrap, mainly lead acid batteries. Clean Air Act section 112(f) requires us to assess within 8 years of promulgation of a NESHAP the remaining risk to the public and to develop additional more stringent standards if such standards are needed to protect the public health with an ample margin of safety. This action is to examine the remaining risk from secondary lead smelters and to develop new risk based standards, if warranted. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4665; Sectors Affected: 331492 Secondary Smelting, Refining, and Alloying of Nonferrous Metal (except Copper and Aluminum) Agency Contact: Iliam Rosario, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-02, RTP, 20460 Phone: 919-541-5308 Fax: 919-541-5450 Email: rosario.iliam@epamail.epa.gov Steve Fruh, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439- 02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-2837 Fax: 919 541-5450 Email: fruh.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK19 _______________________________________________________________________ 3200. NESHAP: SHIPBUILDING AND SHIP REPAIR SURFACE COATING--RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 31, 2003. [[Page 73862]] Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63, subpart II. This source category covers air-toxic emissions from the painting, welding, and sandblasting of ships under construction or repair at major sources. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this same source category, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/06 Final Action 01/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Additional Information: SAN No. 4666; Sectors Affected: 336611 Ship Building and Repairing Agency Contact: Mohamed Serageldin, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-2379 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: serageldin.mohamed@epamail.epa.gov Elaine Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5499 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: manning.elaine@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK20 _______________________________________________________________________ 3201. NESHAP: WOOD FURNITURE MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS--RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 7, 2003. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63, subpart JJ. This source category covers air-toxic emissions from wood- furniture manufacturing, including wood finishing, gluing, and painting. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this same source category, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 05/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4667; Sectors Affected: 337 Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing; 337211 Wood Office Furniture Manufacturing Agency Contact: Lynn Dail, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C-539-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-2363 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: dail.lynn@epamail.epa.gov Elaine Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5499 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: manning.elaine@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK21 _______________________________________________________________________ 3202. NESHAP: HALOGENATED SOLVENT CLEANING--RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 2, 2002. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 01/00/06 Final Action 08/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Federal Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4668; Sectors Affected: 335999 All Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing; 332999 All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing; 336999 All Other Transportation Equipment Manufacturing; 337124 Metal Household Furniture Manufacturing; 332116 Metal Stamping; 339 Miscellaneous Manufacturing; 336 Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Agency Contact: Lynn Dail, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C-539-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-2363 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: dail.lynn@epamail.epa.gov Elaine Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5499 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: manning.elaine@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK22 _______________________________________________________________________ 3203. NESHAP: PRINTING AND PUBLISHING INDUSTRY--RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, May 30, 2004. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63, subpart KK. This source category covers air-toxic emissions from many activities located at printing and publishing facilities -- primarily the printing process itself, plus affiliated equipment such as cleaning, ink and solvent mixing, chemical storage, and solvent recovery. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this same source category, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. [[Page 73863]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 06/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 4664; Sectors Affected: 322221 Coated and Laminated Packaging Paper and Plastics Film Manufacturing; 322222 Coated and Laminated Paper Manufacturing; 323112 Commercial Flexographic Printing; 323111 Commercial Gravure Printing; 322212 Folding Paperboard Box Manufacturing; 322225 Laminated Aluminum Foil Manufacturing for Flexible Packaging Uses; 323119 Other Commercial Printing; 322223 Plastics, Foil, and Coated Paper Bag Manufacturing Agency Contact: Dave Salman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-0859 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: salman.dave@epamail.epa.gov Elaine Manning, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5499 Fax: 919 541-5689 Email: manning.elaine@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK24 _______________________________________________________________________ 3204. NESHAP: PETROLEUM REFINERIES--RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7412 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, August 31, 2003. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63, subpart CC. This source category covers air-toxic emissions from equipment at petroleum refineries, such as process vents, storage vessels, and valve leaks. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this same source category, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/06 Final Action 01/00/08 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4663; Sectors Affected: 32411 Petroleum Refineries Agency Contact: Bob Lucas, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-0884 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: lucas.bob@epamail.epa.gov Kent Hustvedt, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C439-03, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5395 Fax: 919 541-0246 Email: hustvedt.ken@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK25 _______________________________________________________________________ 3205. NESHAP: GROUP I POLYMERS AND RESINS--RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 6, 2004. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart U. This source category covers process units used to manufacture elastomer products from raw materials. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this same source category, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 04/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4656; Sectors Affected: 325212 Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing Agency Contact: Bob Rosensteel, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5608 Fax: 919 541-3470 Email: rosensteel.bob@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK12 _______________________________________________________________________ 3206. NESHAP: GROUP IV POLYMERS AND RESINS-- RESIDUAL RISK STANDARDS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, September 12, 2004. Abstract: EPA developed technology-based standards for this source category under section 112(d) of the CAA, codified in 40 CFR part 63, subpart JJJ. This source category covers chemical process units used to manufacture thermoplastic products from raw materials. The current action, required by section 112(f) of the CAA, is to assess residual risks from this same source category, and develop additional emission standards, as necessary, to provide an ample margin of safety. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 07/00/07 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4658; Sectors Affected: 325211 Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing Agency Contact: Bob Rosensteel, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C504-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5608 [[Page 73864]] Fax: 919 541-3470 Email: rosensteel.bob@epamail.epa.gov Robin Dunkins, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C540-04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5335 Fax: 919-541-3470 Email: dunkins.robin@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK15 _______________________________________________________________________ 3207. INTERSTATE OZONE TRANSPORT: RULEMAKING ON SECTION 126 PETITIONS FROM THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, DELAWARE, MARYLAND, AND NEW JERSEY Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7426 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 97 Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, December 14, 1999, The rulemaking includes action on 4 separate petitions. See Additional Information. Abstract: In April through July 1999, 3 Northeastern States (New Jersey, Maryland, and Delaware) and the District of Columbia submitted individual petitions to EPA in accordance with section 126 of the Clean Air Act (CAA). Each petition specifically requests that EPA make a finding that nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions from certain stationary sources in other States significantly contribute to ozone nonattainment and maintenance problems with respect to the 1-hour and 8-hour ozone standards in the petitioning State. If EPA makes such a finding of significant contribution, EPA is authorized to establish Federal emissions limits for the sources. The petitions rely on the analyses from EPA's NOx SIP call. The sources targeted by the petitions are large electricity generating units and large non-electricity generating units, as defined in EPA's NOx SIP call. The EPA took rulemaking action on similar petitions from 8 other Northeastern States that were submitted in 1997. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN 4383. There is a different statutory deadline associated with each petition based on the date of receipt by EPA: New Jersey - 12/14/99, Maryland - 01/01/00, Delaware - 02/10/00, District of Columbia - 03/07/00 Agency Contact: Carla Oldham, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-3347 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: oldham.carla@epamail.epa.gov David Cole, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, MD-15, C539-02, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-5565 Fax: 919 541-0824 Email: cole.david@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AI99 _______________________________________________________________________ 3208. CONTROL OF METHYL TERTIARY BUTYL ETHER (MTBE) Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None Abstract: EPA is considering taking action to control the use of Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE), which is an organic compound that is primarily used as a fuel additive in gasoline. MTBE has been used to meet the oxygen requirement established by the Federal Reformulated Gasoline Program (RFG) established by the 1990 amendments to the Clean Air Act (CAA). Over 85 percent of reformulated gasoline contains MTBE. EPA is concerned that the widespread use of MTBE may have resulted in the contamination of groundwater and drinking water supplies, threatening their future use. While current detections levels are generally believed to be below levels that may cause public health concerns, low level MTBE contamination may render water unpotable due to offensive taste and odor. In November of 1998, EPA established a Blue Ribbon Panel to investigate air quality benefits and water quality concerns associated with oxygenates, including MTBE, in gasoline, and to provide independent advice and recommendations on ways to maintain air quality while protecting water quality. In September, 1999, the panel recommended that the use of MTBE be substantially reduced. EPA is now evaluating the Blue Ribbon Panel's recommendations, and has conducted a preliminary review of authorities available to address risks associated with MTBE. EPA issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to inform the public of this preliminary inquiry, and to solicit public comment on possible regulatory action. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ ANPRM 03/24/00 65 FR 16094 NPRM 11/00/05 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: State Additional Information: SAN No. 4393; Agency Contact: Joseph Bachman, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 5402, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-343-9373 Fax: 202 565-2084 Email: bachman.joseph@epamail.epa.gov Robert Perlis, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 2333A, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-5636 Email: perlis.robert@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AJ00 _______________________________________________________________________ 3209. OPERATING PERMITS: REVISIONS (PART 70) Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7661 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 70 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: In response to litigation on the operating permits rule regulations, 40 CFR part 70, to provide more effective implementation of part 70, and to address comments provided in response to notices of proposed rulemaking, parts 70, 51 and 52 are being revised. The changes will streamline the procedures for revising stationary-source operating permits issued by State and local permitting authorities under title V of the Clean Air Act. [[Page 73865]] Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ Supplemental NPRM 2 To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: State, Local Additional Information: SAN No. 3412; Agency Contact: Ray Vogel, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-03, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-3153 Fax: 919-541-5509 Email: vogel.ray@epamail.epa.gov Steve Hitte, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304- 04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-0886 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: hitte.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AF70 _______________________________________________________________________ 3210. REVISED PERMIT REVISION PROCEDURES FOR THE FEDERAL OPERATING PERMITS PROGRAM--PART 71 Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7661(a)(d)(3) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 71.7 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The proposed regulatory change would streamline permit revisions procedures for stationary air sources that are subject to the Federal operating permits program. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal Federalism: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 3922; Agency Contact: Scott Voorhees, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5348 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: voorhees.scott@epamail.epa.gov Steve Hitte, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304- 04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-0886 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: hitte.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AG92 _______________________________________________________________________ 3211. SELECTION OF SEQUENCE OF MANDATORY SANCTIONS TO BE APPLIED PURSUANT TO SECTION 502 OF THE CLEAN AIR ACT Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7661a(d); 42 USC 7661a(g); 42 USC 7661a(i) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 70 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This rule would establish the order of sanctions for operating permits program deficiencies under the mandatory sanctions provisions of title V of the Clean Air Act. This rule would stipulate that an emission offset sanction applies first and a highway funding sanction six months later. Sanction application under section 502 of the Clean Air Act is automatic under the timeframes prescribed once EPA selects the sanction order; EPA's only discretion concerns the ordering of sanctions as discussed above. Thus, the only relevant potential impact is the effect of applying, as a general matter, the emission offset sanction six months before the highway sanction. The EPA does not believe this will have a significant impact given the short period of time the offset sanction will apply before the highway sanction would apply when States fail to correct title V deficiencies. Moreover, EPA also believes that, in the event applying the highway sanction is not necessary six months following the offset sanction, because the State has corrected the deficiency prompting the finding, applying the offset sanction first eliminates the need for EPA and other agencies to bear the greater administrative and implementation burden of having to effectuate the highway sanction. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM To Be Determined Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: None Additional Information: SAN No. 4700; Agency Contact: Scott Voorhees, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304-04, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 919-541-5348 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: voorhees.scott@epamail.epa.gov Steve Hitte, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, C304- 04, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Phone: 919-541-0886 Fax: 919 541-5509 Email: hitte.steve@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AK46 _______________________________________________________________________ 3212. PERFORMANCE WARRANTY AND INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE TEST PROCEDURES Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7541; 42 USC 7601 CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 85 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: This action establishes a new short test procedure for use in I/M programs required by the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. Vehicles that are tested and failed using this procedure and that meet eligibility requirements established by the act would be eligible for free warranty repair from the manufacturers. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/05 Final Action 12/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: Businesses Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 3263; Agency Contact: Buddy Polovick, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4928 Fax: 734 214-4052 Email: polovick.buddy@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AE20 [[Page 73866]] _______________________________________________________________________ 3213. TRANSPORTATION CONFORMITY RULE AMENDMENT: CLARIFICATION OF TRADING PROVISIONS Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 to 7671 CAA 176(c) CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 93 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The transportation conformity rule, promulgated in November 1993, ensures that transportation and air quality planning are consistent with Clean Air Act air quality standards. The Open Market Trading Guidance provides guidance to States for establishing a method to quantify emissions reductions (called discrete emissions reductions or DERs) that can be traded among parties and how such trading should occur. This action will amend the transportation conformity rule to clarify how emissions trading could be reconciled in the conformity process. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 11/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined Additional Information: SAN No. 3917; Agency Contact: Angela Spickard, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, NFEVL, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 Phone: 734-214-4238 Fax: 734 214-4052 Email: spickard.angela@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AH31 _______________________________________________________________________ 3214. INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS FOR FEDERAL FACILITIES; AMENDMENT TO THE FINAL RULE Priority: Other Significant Legal Authority: 23 USC 101; 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (Revision); 40 CFR 93 (New) Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has had oversight and policy development authority for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs since the passage of the Clean Air Act (CAA) in 1970. The 1977 amendments to the CAA mandated I/M for certain areas with long-term air quality problems and the 1990 amendments set forth standards for implementation of I/M programs. EPA used the statutory requirements of the Act, including I/M requirements for Federal facilities, to promulgate regulations which states would use in the development of their I/M State Implementation Plans (SIPs). Those rule requirements effectively gave States certain authorities over the Federal government. The Department of Justice has now ruled that Federal sovereign immunity was not fully waived under the CAA for those requirements and EPA should amend its rule to remove the requirement that States include those elements in their SIPs. EPA is proposing to: (1) Amend the Federal facilities I/M requirements by removing that section; (2) correct existing I/M SIP approval actions which include these elements; (3) establish new Federal facilities I/M program requirements which Federal facilities in I/M program areas must meet in order to comply with the Act; and (4) designate for each State which section of the Act Federal agencies must comply with based on how that State promulgated its I/M regulations. These changes will have minimal to no impact on the States as no new requirements are being created. The States are under no obligation, legal or otherwise, to modify existing SIPs meeting the previously applicable requirements as a result of this action, nor will emissions reduction credit be affected. However, the changes will clarify for affected Federal facilities what they must do to meet the CAA requirements by establishing new regulations per those requirements. Timetable: ________________________________________________________________________ Action Date FR Cite ________________________________________________________________________ NPRM 12/00/05 Final Action 12/00/06 Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Small Entities Affected: No Government Levels Affected: Federal, State Additional Information: SAN No. 4348; Agency Contact: Buddy Polovick, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 6406, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 734-214-4928 Fax: 734 214-4052 Email: polovick.buddy@epamail.epa.gov Sara Schneeberg, Environmental Protection Agency, Air and Radiation, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington, DC 20460 Phone: 202-564-5592 Email: schneeberg.sara@epamail.epa.gov RIN: 2060-AI97 _______________________________________________________________________ 3215. RESCINDING FINDING THAT PREEXISTING PM10 STANDARDS ARE NO LONGER APPLICABLE IN NORTHERN ADA COUNTY/BOISE, IDAHO Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Legal Authority: 42 USC 7401 et seq CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50.6(d); 40 CFR 52.676; 40 CFR 81.313 Legal Deadline: None Abstract: The EPA had previously taken action to revoke the PM-10 national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) for the Boise/Ada County area in anticipation that a revised PM-10 NAAQS would