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[October 31,2005  (Volume 70, Number 209)]
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Department of the Interior
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Part XI
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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR (DOI)
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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Office of the Secretary
25 CFR Ch. I
30 CFR Chs. II and VII
36 CFR Ch. I
43 CFR Subtitle A, Chs. I and II
48 CFR Ch. 14
50 CFR Chs. I and IV
Semiannual Regulatory Agenda
AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Interior.
ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda.
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SUMMARY: This notice provides the semiannual agenda of rules scheduled
for review or development between fall 2005 and spring 2006. The
Regulatory Flexibility Act and Executive Order 12866 require
publication of the agenda.
ADDRESSES: Unless otherwise indicated, all Agency Contacts are located
at the Department of the Interior, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC
20240.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: You should direct all comments and
inquiries with regard to these rules to the appropriate Agency Contact.
You should direct general comments relating to the agenda to the Office
of Executive Secretariat, Department of the Interior, at the address
above or at 202-208-5257 or 202-208-3071.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: With this publication, the Department
satisfies the requirement of Executive Order 12866 that the Department
publish an agenda of rules that we have issued or expect to issue and
of currently effective rules that we have scheduled for review.
     Simultaneously, the Department meets the requirement of the
Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) to publish an
agenda in April and October of each year identifying rules that
will have significant economic effects on a substantial number of
small entities. We have specifically identified in the agenda rules
that will have such effects.
     For this edition of the Department's regulatory agenda, we
have included the most important significant regulatory actions in
the Regulatory Plan, which appears in part II of today's Federal
Register. The table of contents below lists the Regulatory Plan
entries and denotes them by a bracketed bold reference that directs
the reader to the appropriate sequence number in part II.
Dated: September 20, 2005
 Richard A. Stephan,
Federal Register Liaison Officer.
                     Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Final Rule Stage
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1619        Hydropower Licensing: Conditions and Prescriptions....................................    1090-AA91
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                    Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Long-Term Actions
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1620        Natural Resource Damage Assessments: Type B Procedures................................    1090-AA29
1621        Department Hearings and Appeals; Procedures Applicable in Adjudications Before the        1090-AA73
            Hearings Division.....................................................................
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                    Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget--Completed Actions
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1622        Collection of Debts by Administrative Wage Garnishment................................    1090-AA93
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                               Office of Hearings and Appeals--Proposed Rule Stage
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1623        Equal Access to Justice Act...........................................................    1094-AA49
1624        Special Rules Applicable to Public and Hearings and Appeals...........................    1094-AA52
1625        Special Procedures for Public Lands and Surface Mining Cases..........................    1094-AA53
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                                Office of Hearings and Appeals--Final Rule Stage
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1626        Hydropower Licensing Hearings Process.................................................    1094-AA51
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                                 Office of the Special Trustee--Final Rule Stage
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  Number                                                                                               Number
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1627        American Indian Trust Fund Management Reform Act......................................    1035-AA05
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                                Office of the Special Trustee--Completed Actions
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1628        Procedures for Depositing Funds.......................................................    1035-AA04
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                             United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Prerule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
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  Number                                                                                               Number
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1629        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Conservation Education; 50 CFR 17.21...    1018-AI66
1630        Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations Governing Possession of Migratory Birds for           1018-AI97
            Educational Purposes..................................................................
1631        Humane and Healthful Transport of Wild Mammals and Birds to the United States.........    1018-AJ24
1632        General Permit Procedures; Revision to Appeal Process for Migratory Bird Permits......    1018-AU19
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                          United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
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  Number                                                                                               Number
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1633        List of Migratory Birds...............................................................    1018-AB72
1634        Seizure and Forfeiture Procedures--50 CFR Part 12.....................................    1018-AC89
1635        Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES).......................    1018-AD87
1636        U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; American Eel...................................    1018-AF09
1637        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removing of the Bald Eagle in the Lower    1018-AF21
            48 States From the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife.........................
1638        Humane and Healthful Transport of Wild Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, and Amphibians to the    1018-AF27
            United States.........................................................................
1639        Importation of Captive-Bred Exotic Birds Into the United States From Breeding             1018-AF44
            Facilities in Other Countries.........................................................
1640        Importation, Exportation, and Transportation of Wildlife, 50 CFR Part 14..............    1018-AF46
1641        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Reclassification of the           1018-AG00
            Straight-Horned Markhor Population of the Torghar Region of Baluchistan, Pakistan,
            From Endangered to Threatened.........................................................
1642        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for 12 Species of        1018-AG23
            Picture-Wing Flies From the Hawaiian Islands..........................................
1643        Wild Bird Conservation Act: Review of Approved List of Captive-Bred Species...........    1018-AG64
1644        Addition of Black Carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) to the List of Injurious Wildlife.....    1018-AG70
1645        Corrections to Rights-of-Way Regulations..............................................    1018-AI12
1646        North American Wetlands Conservation Act and Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation      1018-AI13
            Act Grant Administration Policies.....................................................
1647        Import of Polar Bear Trophies From Canada; Findings for the Gulf of Boothia and           1018-AI65
            Western Hudson Populations............................................................
1648        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of the Arizona Agave.........    1018-AI79
1649        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Nonessential Experimental Population of    1018-AI80
            the Northern Aplomado Falcon..........................................................
1650        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Downlisting the Wood Bison From            1018-AI83
            Endangered to Threatened..............................................................
1651        U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; Black Cohosh...................................    1018-AI91
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1652        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AJ16
            California Red-Legged Frog............................................................
1653        Adding Silver Carp (Hypophthalmichthys Molitrix) and largescale silver carp               1018-AT29
            (Hypophthalmichthys harmandi) to the List of Injurious Wildlife.......................
1654        Wild Bird Conservation Act; Review of Regulations To Allow Imports of Exotic Wild         1018-AT30
            Birds.................................................................................
1655        Marine Mammals; and Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed               1018-AT34
            Termination of the Southern Sea Otter Translocation Program...........................
1656        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Virginia Northern Flying    1018-AT37
            Squirrel from the List of Endangered and Threatened Species...........................
1657        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Yellowstone Grizzly Bear    1018-AT38
            Population From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species.........................
1658        Adding Bighead Carp (Hypophthalmichthys Nobilis) to the List of Injurious Wildlife....    1018-AT49
1659        Revised Definition of ``Destruction or Adverse Modification'' for Endangered Species      1018-AT50
            Act Section 7 Consultations...........................................................
1660        Special Rule Reclassifying Argentinian Broad-Snouted Caiman Population From Endangered    1018-AT56
            to Threatened.........................................................................
1661        Migratory Bird Permits; Changes in Regulations Governing Raptor Propagation...........    1018-AT60
1662        Listing of Six Foreign Birds Under the Endangered Species Act.........................    1018-AT62
1663        Migratory Bird Hunting: Revision of Language Used in Regulations for Approving            1018-AT67
            Nontoxic Shot for Use in Waterfowl Hunting............................................
1664        Regulations To Implement the Captive Wildlife Safety Act..............................    1018-AT69
1665        Mosquito and Mosquito-Borne Disease Management........................................    1018-AT72
1666        Strategic Growth of the National Wildlife Refuge System...............................    1018-AT73
1667        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Coachella Valley Milk-Vetch Critical       1018-AT74
            Habitat Designation...................................................................
1668        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Thread-Leaved Brodiaea Critical Habitat    1018-AT75
            Designation...........................................................................
1669        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Salt Creek Tiger Beetle Critical           1018-AT79
            Habitat Designation...................................................................
1670        Marine Mammals: Proposed Incidental Take Authorization During Specified Activities....    1018-AT82
1671        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Cui-ui From the List of     1018-AT85
            Endangered and Threatened Species.....................................................
1672        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designating Critical Habitat for St.       1018-AT90
            Andrew Beach Mouse, Perdido Key Beach Mouse, and Chotawhatchee Beach Mouse............
1673        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designating Critical Habitat for 3         1018-AT91
            Willamette Species: Willamette Daisy, Fender's Blue Butterfly, and Kincaid's Lupine...
1674        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designating Critical Habitat for the       1018-AT92
            Willowy Monardella....................................................................
1675        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designating Critical Habitat for the       1018-AT93
            Alameda Whipsnake.....................................................................
1676        Protection of Bald Eagles and Definition..............................................    1018-AT94
1677        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart      1018-AT98
            D; 2006-2007 Subsistence Taking of Wildlife Regulations...............................
1678        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C--Nonrural        1018-AT99
            Determinations........................................................................
1679        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential            1018-AU01
            Experimental Population for 16 Freshwater Mussels, 1 Freshwater Snail, and 5 Fishes in
            Tennessee.............................................................................
1680        Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge Permit requirement for Conservation Easement Lands....    1018-AU08
1681        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; 4(d) Rule for the Pacific Coast            1018-AU11
            Distinct Population Segment of the Western Snowy Plover...............................
1682        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart      1018-AU15
            D: 2007-2008 Subsistence Taking of Wildlife Regulations...............................
1683        Negotiation of Annual Funding Agreements With Tribes (Manual Chapter).................    1018-AU16
1684        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Proposed Correction to the Grizzly Bear    1018-AU17
            Entry in the List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife...............................
1685        Special Rule for the Southwest Alaska Distinct Population Segment of the Northern Sea     1018-AU21
            Otter (Enhydra lutris kenyoni)........................................................
1686        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AU23
            California Tiger Salamander, Sonoma County Population.................................
1687        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AU30
            Southern California Distinct Vertebrate Population Segment of the Mountain Yellow-
            Legged Frog (Rana Muscosa)............................................................
1688        Designation of Critical Habitat for Rota Bridled White-Eye............................    1018-AU32
1689        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Spikedace and     1018-AU33
            Loachminnow...........................................................................
1690        Designation of Critical Habitat for Yadeon's piperia..................................    1018-AU34
1691        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing Gunnison's Sage Grouse.........    1018-AU35
1692        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determination of Critical Habitat for      1018-AU37
            the Northern Spotted Owl..............................................................
1693        Civil Procedures......................................................................    1018-AU38
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1694        Migratory Bird Subsistence Harvest in Alaska; Proposed Spring/Summer Subsistence          1018-AU39
            Annual Harvest Regulations for Migratory Birds in Alaska During the 2006 Subsistence
            Season................................................................................
1695        CITES Appendix-III Listing of galax (Galax urceolata).................................    1018-AU40
1696        Marine Mammals: Incidental Take During Specified Activities...........................    1018-AU41
1697        Migratory Bird Hunting; 2006-2007 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Regulations.............    1018-AU42
1698        Re-evaluation of final listing determination for Queen Charlotte Goshawk..............    1018-AU43
1699        Critical Habitat Designation for Suisun thistle and soft birds beak...................    1018-AU44
1700        Critical Habitat Designation for Holmgren and Shivwits milk vetches...................    1018-AU45
1701        Critical Habitat Designation for Alabama Beach Mouse..................................    1018-AU46
1702        Revision of Critical Habitat Designation for the Kootenai River White Sturgeon........    1018-AU47
1703        Revision of Critical Habitat Designation for the Wintering Piping Plover..............    1018-AU48
1704        Adding Graham's Penstemon to the List of Endangered and Threatened Plants, with           1018-AU49
            Designation of Critical Habitat.......................................................
1705        Critical Habitat Designation for the Laguna Mountains Skipper.........................    1018-AU50
1706        Critical Habitat Designation for Braunton's milk-vetch and Lyon's penchaeta...........    1018-AU51
1707        Critical Habitat Designation for the Canada Lynx......................................    1018-AU52
1708        Removal of the Western Distinct Population Segment of the Gray Wolf From the List of      1018-AU53
            Endangered and Threatened Species.....................................................
1709        Removal of the Great Lakes Distinct Population Segment of the Gray Wolf From the List     1018-AU54
            of Endangered and Threatened Species..................................................
1710        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants: 5-Year Review of Foreign Species.......    1018-AU55
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                            United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Final Rule Stage
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  Number                                                                                               Number
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1711        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Tibetan Antelope.......................    1018-AF49
1712        U.S. Proposals for CITES Appendix III; Certain Turtle Species.........................    1018-AF69
1713        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Determination of Endangered Status and     1018-AG16
            Designation of Critical Habitat for the Gila Chub.....................................
1714        National Wildlife Refuge System; Appropriate Refuge Uses..............................    1018-AG46
1715        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of the Johnston's Frankenia        1018-AH53
            From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species....................................
1716        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the Gila Trout From    1018-AH57
            Endangered to Threatened With a Special Rule..........................................
1717        Importation of Exotic Wild Birds Into the United States; Adding Blue-Fronted Amazon       1018-AH89
            Parrots From Argentina's Approved Sustainable Use Management Plan to the Approved List
            of Non-Captive Bred Species...........................................................
1718        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of Two Australian Parakeets        1018-AI04
            From the List of Endangered and Threatened Species....................................
1719        Migratory Bird Hunting and Permits; Regulations for Managing Harvest of Light Goose       1018-AI07
            Populations...........................................................................
1720        Migratory Bird Permits; Regulations for Managing Resident Canada Geese Populations....    1018-AI32
1721        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Reclassification of the American           1018-AI41
            Crocodile From Endangered to Threatened...............................................
1722        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Permits for Foreign Listed Species.....    1018-AI67
1723        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AI71
            San Diego Fairy Shrimp................................................................
1724        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AI72
            California Gnatcatcher................................................................
1725        Migratory Bird Permits; Military Readiness Exemption..................................    1018-AI92
1726        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AJ11
            San Jacinto Valley Crownscale.........................................................
1727        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Salt Creek Tiger Beetle....    1018-AJ13
1728        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of Mexican Bobcat From List      1018-AT31
            of Endangered Species.................................................................
1729        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AT78
            San Miguel Island Fox, Santa Rosa Island Fox, Santa Cruz Island Fox, and Santa
            Catalina Island Fox...................................................................
1730        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska; Southwestern Alaska        1018-AT81
            Coastal Areas.........................................................................
1731        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for the Arkansas River    1018-AT84
            Shiner................................................................................
1732        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AT86
            Spreading Navarretia..................................................................
1733        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designating Critical Habitat for           1018-AT88
            Southwestern Willow Flycatcher........................................................
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1734        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Critical Habitat for Western Snowy         1018-AT89
            Plover................................................................................
1735        Migratory Bird Hunting; Approval of tungsten-iron-copper-nickel, iron-tungsten-nickel,    1018-AU04
            tungsten-bronze (additional formulation), tungsten-tin-iron shot types/alloys as
            nontoxic..............................................................................
1736        Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart C and Subpart      1018-AU05
            D: 2006-2007 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Shellfish Regulations.....................
1737        Delisting the Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse...........................................    1018-AU12
1738        National Wildlife Refuge System; Mission, Goals, and Purposes.........................    1018-AU24
1739        National Wildlife Refuge System; Wildlife-Dependent Recreation (Hunting and Fishing,      1018-AU25
            Wildlife Observation and Photography, Environmental Education, and Interpretation)....
1740        National Wildlife Refuge System; Wilderness Stewardship...............................    1018-AU27
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                           United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Long-Term Actions
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  Number                                                                                               Number
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1741        Implementation of the 1994 Amendments to the Marine Mammal Protection Act.............    1018-AE72
1742        Taking of Marine Mammals by Level B Harassment; Issuance of General Authorization for     1018-AF26
            Scientific Research and Permits for Photography, Educational, and Commercial Purposes.
1743        Federal Falconry Standards and Falconry Permitting....................................    1018-AG11
1744        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting the Gulf Coast Distinct          1018-AG40
            Population Segment of the Brown Pelican Population in the Southeastern United States..
1745        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Dolly Varden as a              1018-AH68
            Threatened Species in Washington Due to Similarity of Appearance to Bull Trout........
1746        Release of Captive-Reared Mallards....................................................    1018-AI05
1747        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of and Withdrawal of Proposed    1018-AI48
            Critical Habitat for the Cactus Ferruginous Pygmy Owl.................................
1748        Migratory Bird Permits; Revisions to General Exceptions...............................    1018-AI96
1749        Revision of Migratory Bird Hunting Regulations........................................    1018-AI98
1750        Revision of the Regulations Governing the Transport of Eagle Feathers.................    1018-AJ00
1751        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting the Eastern Distinct             1018-AJ03
            Population Segment of the Gray Wolf...................................................
1752        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Delisting of the Western Distinct          1018-AJ04
            Population Segment of the Gray Wolf...................................................
1753        Injurious Wildlife Species; Boiga Snakes..............................................    1018-AT28
1754        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Amendment to the Nonessential              1018-AT36
            Experimental Population Rule for the Mexican Gray Wolf................................
1755        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Amendment to Manatee Protection Areas      1018-AT39
            in Florida (Barge Canal Exception)....................................................
1756        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Establishment of a Nonessential            1018-AU00
            Experimental Population for the Topeka Shiner.........................................
1757        Proposed Reclassification of the Gray Bat From Endangered to Threatened...............    1018-AU20
1758        Proposed Rule to Remove the Arizona Distinct Population Segment of the Cactus             1018-AU22
            Ferruginous Pygmy-Owl from the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife.....
1759        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Revisions to the Regulations Applicable    1018-AU29
            to Permits Issued Under the Endangered Species Act....................................
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                           United States Fish and Wildlife Service--Completed Actions
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  Number                                                                                               Number
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1760        Interagency Guidance for the Prescription of Fishways Pursuant to Section 18 of the       1018-AH42
            Federal Power Act.....................................................................
1761        Addition of the Great White Shark and the Cape Stag Beetles to Appendix III Under         1018-AH66
            CITES.................................................................................
1762        Public Notice for CITES Appendix III Listing of Spanish Cedar by the Government of        1018-AH99
            Peru..................................................................................
1763        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing and Designation of Critical        1018-AI15
            Habitat for Three Snails and One Amphipod.............................................
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1764        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Southwest Alaskan Distinct     1018-AI44
            Population Segment of the Northern Sea Otter..........................................
1765        Migratory Bird Permits; Eiderdown From Iceland........................................    1018-AI64
1766        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Endangered Status for the Scimitar-        1018-AI82
            Horned Oryx, Addax, and Dama Gazelle..................................................
1767        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Removal of Eggert's Sunflower From the     1018-AJ08
            List of Endangered and Threatened Species and Determination that Designation of
            Critical Habitat Is Not Prudent.......................................................
1768        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AJ09
            Fish Slough Milk-Vetch................................................................
1769        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AJ10
            Munz's Onion..........................................................................
1770        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AJ12
            Coastal-Puget Sound, St. Mary-Belly River, and Jarbidge River Population Segments of
            Bull Trout............................................................................
1771        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Listing the Boreal Toad................    1018-AT43
1772        Marine Mammals: Revised Definition of ``Authentic Native Articles of Handicrafts and      1018-AT48
            Clothing''............................................................................
1773        Listing the Miami Blue Butterfly as Endangered; Listing the Cassius Blue, Ceraunus        1018-AT51
            Blue, and Nickerbean (Ammon) Blue Butterflies as Threatened Due to Similarity of
            Appearance to the Miami Blue..........................................................
1774        Migratory Bird Permits; Federal Falconry Standards; Adding Connecticut to the List of     1018-AT63
            States That Meet Federal Falconry Standards...........................................
1775        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for        1018-AT68
            California Tiger Salamander, Central Population; 50 CFR 17............................
1776        Seasons, Harvest Limits, Methods, and Means Related to Taking of Wildlife for             1018-AT70
            Subsistence Uses During 2005-2006 Regulatory Year (Subpart D).........................
1777        Migratory Bird Hunting; 2005-2006 Migratory Game Bird Hunting Regulations.............    1018-AT76
1778        Listing of 7 Foreign Butterfly Species Under the Endangered Species Act...............    1018-AT83
1779        Migratory Bird Hunting; Approval of 62 Percent Iron/25 Percent Tungsten/13 Percent        1018-AT87
            Nickel Shot as Nontoxic for Hunting Waterfowl and Coots...............................
1780        Captive-Bred Wildlife Regulation: Excluding the Captive-Bred Scimitar-Horned Oryx,        1018-AT95
            Addax, and Dama Gazelle From Endangered Status........................................
1781        Critical Habitat Designation for Four Vernal Pool Crustaceans and Eleven Vernal Pool      1018-AU06
            Plants in California and Southern Oregon..............................................
1782        Migratory Bird Hunting; Blanket Approval of Iron/Tungsten/Nickel Shot as Nontoxic for     1018-AU09
            Hunting Waterfowl and Coots...........................................................
1783        Amendment of Lower St. Johns River Manatee Refuge in Florida..........................    1018-AU10
1784        Migratory Bird Hunting; Approval of Tungsten-Bronze (Tungsten-Copper-Tin-Iron) Shot as    1018-AU13
            Nontoxic for Hunting Waterfowl and Coots..............................................
1785        2005-2006 Refuge-Specific Hunting and Sport Fishing Regulations.......................    1018-AU14
1786        Migratory Bird Hunting; Approval of 58 Percent Tungsten/34 Percent Tin/4 Percent Iron     1018-AU28
            Shot as Nontoxic for Hunting Waterfowl and Coots......................................
1787        Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation of Critical Habitat for the    1018-AU31
            Columbia-Klamath Distinct Population Segment of the Bull Trout........................
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                                   National Park Service--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1788        Gateway National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft.................................    1024-AC95
1789        Curecanti Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft........................................    1024-AC99
1790        Revisions to Right-of-Way Regulations.................................................    1024-AD16
1791        Cost Recovery for Special Park Uses...................................................    1024-AD18
1792        Historic Preservation Certifications..................................................    1024-AD24
1793        Vessel Management in Glacier Bay National Park........................................    1024-AD25
1794        Making Pictures, Television Productions or Sound Tracks...............................    1024-AD30
1795        Disposition of Culturally Identifiable Human Remains..................................    1024-AD31
1796        Special Regulation for Dry Tortugas Park..............................................    1024-AD32
1797        Backcountry Use Restrictions at Wupatki National Monument.............................    1024-AD33
1798        St. Croix National Scenic River Vessel Speed Limits...................................    1024-AD34
1799        Olympic National Park Special Regulations.............................................    1024-AD35
1800        St. Croix National Scenic River Vessel Speed Limits...................................    1024-AD36
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1801        Voyageurs National Park - Special Regulations.........................................    1024-AD37
1802        National Park System Units in Alaska..................................................    1024-AD38
1803        National Capitol Region--Parking......................................................    1024-AD40
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                                     National Park Service--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1804        Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore; Personal Watercraft................................    1024-AC93
1805        Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act; Future Applicability..........    1024-AD05
1806        Boating and Water Use Activities......................................................    1024-AD07
1807        Native American Handicrafts...........................................................    1024-AD20
1808        Gulf Islands National Seashore: Personal Watercraft Use...............................    1024-AD21
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1809        Commercial Use Authorizations.........................................................    1024-AC85
1810        Fire Island National Seashore; Personal Watercraft....................................    1024-AC94
1811        Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area; Personal Watercraft..........................    1024-AC96
1812        Apostle Islands; Snowmobiles..........................................................    1024-AD26
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                                  Bureau of Indian Affairs--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1813        Indian Electric Power Utilities.......................................................    1076-AD45
1814        Tribal Revenue Allocation Plans.......................................................    1076-AE24
1815        Indian Country Law Enforcement........................................................    1076-AE35
1816        Proclamation of Reservations..........................................................    1076-AE40
1817        Use or Distribution of Indian Judgment Funds..........................................    1076-AE43
1818        Standards for Approving Tribal Per Capita Distributions...............................    1076-AE45
1819        Appeals From Administrative Actions...................................................    1076-AE48
1820        Unclaimed Moneys/Whereabouts Unknown..................................................    1076-AE55
1821        Grazing Permits.......................................................................    1076-AE57
1822        Probate of Indian Estates, Except for Members of the Five Civilized Tribes............    1076-AE59
1823        Leasing of Certain Lands in Wind River Indian Reservation, Wyoming: Oil and Gas.......    1076-AE61
1824        Leasing of Osage Reservation Lands for Oil and Gas Mining.............................    1076-AE62
1825        Surface Exploration, Mining, and Reclamation of Lands.................................    1076-AE63
1826        Lead and Zinc Mining Operations and Leases, Quapaw Agency.............................    1076-AE64
1827        Leasing of Osage Reservation Lands, Oklahoma: Mining--Except Oil and Gas..............    1076-AE65
1828        Leasing of Restricted Lands of Members of the Five Civilized Tribes, Oklahoma: Mining.    1076-AE66
1829        Leasing of Allotted Lands for Mineral Development.....................................    1076-AE67
1830        Leasing of Tribal Lands for Mineral Development.......................................    1076-AE68
1831        Terms and Conditions: Coal Leases.....................................................    1076-AE69
1832        Probate of Indian Estates--Appeals to the Office of Hearings and Appeals..............    1076-AE71
1833        Leases and Permits....................................................................    1076-AE73
1834        Indian Country Detention Facilities and Programs......................................    1076-AE75
1835        Preference in Employment..............................................................    1076-AE76
1836        Revision of the Membership Roll of the Eastern Band of Cherokee of North Carolina.....    1076-AE77
1837        Management of Tribal Assets of the Ute Indian Tribe...................................    1076-AE78
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1838        Oil and Gas, Geothermal, and Solid Minerals Agreements................................    1076-AE79
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                                   Bureau of Indian Affairs--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1839        Irrigation Projects and Systems.......................................................    1076-AD44
1840        Alaska Resupply Operation.............................................................    1076-AE04
1841        Leases and Permits on Indian Trust and Restricted Lands...............................    1076-AE36
1842        Reindeer in Alaska....................................................................    1076-AE37
1843        Preparation of Rolls of Indians.......................................................    1076-AE44
1844        Home-Living Programs and School Closure and Consolidation.............................    1076-AE51
1845        Deposit of Proceeds from Lands Withdrawn for Native Selection.........................    1076-AE74
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1846        Certificates of Degree of Indian Blood................................................    1076-AD97
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                                   Bureau of Indian Affairs--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1847        Loan Guaranty, Insurance, and Interest Subsidy........................................    1076-AE42
1848        Navajo Partitioned Lands Grazing Permits..............................................    1076-AE46
1849        Winnemucca Court of Indian Offenses...................................................    1076-AE52
1850        Trust Funds for Tribes and Individual Indians.........................................    1076-AE56
1851        Rights-of-Way Over Indian Lands.......................................................    1076-AE58
1852        Enhancement of Environmental Quality..................................................    1076-AE60
1853        Land Records and Title Documents......................................................    1076-AE70
1854        General Forestry Regulations..........................................................    1076-AE72
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                                   Minerals Management Service--Prerule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1855        Requirements for Material, Personnel and Pipe Handling Operations.....................    1010-AD14
1856        Safety Management Systems.............................................................    1010-AD15
1857        Reduction in Oil and Gas Royalty Rates in the Outer Continental Shelf under the Deep      1010-AD29
            Water Royalty Relief Act..............................................................
1858        Alternate Energy-Related Uses on the Outer Continental Shelf..........................    1010-AD30
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                                Minerals Management Service--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1859        Late and Overpayment Interest.........................................................    1010-AC27
1860        Takes vs. Entitlements Reporting......................................................    1010-AC29
1861        Prepayment of Royalties...............................................................    1010-AC31
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1862        End-of-Life Royalty Relief............................................................    1010-AC58
1863        Valuation of Oil From Indian Leases (Reg Plan Seq No. 68).............................    1010-AD00
1864        Reduction to Royalty Relief in Special Circumstances..................................    1010-AD02
1865        Leasing of Sulphur or Oil and Gas in the Outer Continental Shelf......................    1010-AD06
1866        Protection of Marine Mammals and Endangered Species...................................    1010-AD10
1867        Pipeline Safety Rule Phase I..........................................................    1010-AD11
1868        Oil and Gas Production Rates..........................................................    1010-AD12
1869        Rights of Use and Easement............................................................    1010-AD13
1870        Open and Nondiscriminatory Movement of Oil and Gas as Required by the Outer               1010-AD17
            Continental Shelf Lands Act...........................................................
1871        Revisions to Rules Governing Platforms and Structures and Pipelines...................    1010-AD18
1872        Oil and Gas Well Cementing Requirements...............................................    1010-AD19
1873        Reporting and Compliance With the Debt Collection Improvement and Privacy Acts........    1010-AD20
1874        Federal Sodium and Potassium Valuation................................................    1010-AD21
1875        Cost Recovery for Plans, Permits, and Inspections for Oil and Gas Operations in the       1010-AD23
            Outer Continental Shelf...............................................................
1876        Documents Incorporated by Reference for Oil and Gas and Sulphur Operations............    1010-AD24
1877        Reduction in Oil and Gas Royalty Rates in the Outer Continental Shelf under the Deep      1010-AD25
            Water Royalty Relief Act..............................................................
1878        Relief or Reduction in Royalty Rates - New Deep Gas and Offshore Alaska Provisions        1010-AD31
            (Reg Plan Seq No. 69).................................................................
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 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1879        Plans and Information.................................................................    1010-AC47
1880        Incident Reporting....................................................................    1010-AC57
1881        Proprietary Terms and Data Disclosure.................................................    1010-AC81
1882        Blowout Prevention for Production Tree Coiled Tubing Workover Operations..............    1010-AC96
1883        Data Release and Definitions..........................................................    1010-AC99
1884        Suspension of Operations for Ultra-Deep Drilling......................................    1010-AD09
1885        Administrative Cost Recovery for OCS Oil and Gas Operations...........................    1010-AD16
1886        Providing Contact Information to MMS..................................................    1010-AD22
1887        Temporary Waiver of OCS Oil and Gas Fees..............................................    1010-AD27
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                                 Minerals Management Service--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1888        Documents Incorporated by Reference for Offshore Floating Production Facilities.......    1010-AC85
1889        Federal Gas Valuation.................................................................    1010-AD05
1890        Technical Amendment to Oil and Gas and Sulphur Operations in the Outer Continental        1010-AD26
            Shelf (OCS); Relief or Reduction in Royalty Rates; Deep Gas Provisions................
1891        Hurricane-related Royalty Relief......................................................    1010-AD28
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                    Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1892        Abandoned Coal Refuse Sites...........................................................    1029-AB70
1893        Placement of Excess Spoil (Reg Plan Seq No. 70).......................................    1029-AC04
1894        Financial Assurances..................................................................    1029-AC05
1895        Ownership and Control Settlement Rule.................................................    1029-AC08
1896        Transfer, Assignment, or Sale of Permit Rights........................................    1029-AC49
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 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1897        Indian Lands..........................................................................    1029-AB83
1898        Revegetation..........................................................................    1029-AC02
1899        Processing State Program Amendments...................................................    1029-AC06
1900        Fee Allocation Rule...................................................................    1029-AC47
1901        Civil Penalty Adjustments.............................................................    1029-AC48
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                                   Bureau of Reclamation--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1902        Public Conduct on Bureau of Reclamation Facilities, Lands and Waterbodies.............    1006-AA45
1903        Implemenation of the Truckee River Operating Agreement................................    1006-AA48
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                                    Bureau of Reclamation--Completed Actions
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1904        Public Conduct on Bureau of Reclamation Lands and Projects; Extension of Expiration       1006-AA49
            Date..................................................................................
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                                    Bureau of Land Management--Prerule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1905        Mining Claims Under the General Mining Law; Surface Management........................    1004-AD69
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                                 Bureau of Land Management--Proposed Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1906        Mineral Patent Applications; Adverse Claims, Protests, and Conflicts..................    1004-AD32
1907        Oil and Gas Onshore Order No. 1.......................................................    1004-AD59
1908        Alaska Native Veteran Allotments......................................................    1004-AD60
1909        Marginal Oil/Gas Royalty Rate Reduction Program.......................................    1004-AD65
1910        Public Lands and Resources; Law Enforcement--Criminal; Recreation Programs............    1004-AD66
1911        Heavy Oil Royalty Reduction Program...................................................    1004-AD67
1912        Permits for Recreation on Public Lands................................................    1004-AD68
1913        Sales of Forest Products; Preparation for Sale........................................    1004-AD70
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                                   Bureau of Land Management--Final Rule Stage
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                                                                                                     Regulation
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier
  Number                                                                                               Number
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1914        Cost Recovery; Mineral Filings and Operations.........................................    1004-AC64
1915        Grazing Administration--Exclusive of Alaska (Reg Plan Seq No. 71).....................    1004-AD42
1916        Stripper Well Royalty Reductions; Records Retention...................................    1004-AD71
1917        Segregation of Lands Proposed for Sale................................................    1004-AD74
1918        Mining Claim and Site Maintenance Fees - Fee Adjustment...............................    1004-AD75
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1919        Oil and Gas; Combined Hydrocarbons Leasing; Tar Sands.................................    1004-AD76
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                                  Bureau of Land Management--Long-Term Actions
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  Number                                                                                               Number
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1920        Appeals Procedures; Hearings Procedures...............................................    1004-AC99
1921        Conservation; Helium Leasing..........................................................    1004-AD35
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_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage
Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB)
_______________________________________________________________________
1619. HYDROPOWER LICENSING: CONDITIONS AND PRESCRIPTIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 3; 16 USC 668dd(d)(1); 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9; 43
USC 1201; 43 USC 1740; 5 USC 301
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 25
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Department of the Interior proposes a public review
process for hydropower conditions and prescriptions established by the
Department under the Federal Power Act. The Department also proposes to
create an administrative appeals process for review of these measures.
The Federal Power Act authorizes the Department to include in
hydropower licenses issued by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
conditions and prescriptions necessary to protect Federal and tribal
lands and resources when navigable waterways or Federal reservations
are used for hydropower generation. These proposed processes are
designed to coincide with and complement the commission's overall
licensing process.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            09/09/04                    69 FR 54602
NPRM Comment Period End         11/08/04
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: David Diamond, Director, Office of Policy Analysis,
Department of the Interior, Room 4426 MIB 1849 C Street NW, Washington,
DC 20240
Phone: 202 219-1136
Fax: 202 208-4867
RIN: 1090-AA91
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions
Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB)
_______________________________________________________________________
1620. NATURAL RESOURCE DAMAGE ASSESSMENTS: TYPE B PROCEDURES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 42 USC 9651(c)
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 11
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: CERCLA and the Clean Water Act allow natural resource
trustees to bring a claim against a potentially responsible party for
resources that have been injured by a release of a hazardous substance.
CERCLA requires that natural resource damage assessment regulations be
promulgated and that the regulations be reviewed, and revised as
appropriate, every two years. This rulemaking is the biennial review of
the administrative process for conducting assessments as well as the
so-called type B procedures for determining injury and damages through
scientific and economic studies. This rulemaking will also address the
calculation of lost non-use values of natural resources, in compliance
with State of Ohio v. Department of the Interior, 880 F.2d 432 (D.C.
Cir. 1989), which ordered the Department to allow for the assessment of
all reliably calculated values lost as a result of a natural resource
injury.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           07/16/96                    61 FR 37031
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/16/96
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Frank DeLuise, Assessment Program, Department of the
Interior, Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget, Room
4449
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1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4143
RIN: 1090-AA29
_______________________________________________________________________
1621. DEPARTMENT HEARINGS AND APPEALS; PROCEDURES APPLICABLE IN
ADJUDICATIONS BEFORE THE HEARINGS DIVISION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 571 to 583
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 15; 30 CFR 301; 43 CFR 1850; 43 CFR 4
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule would amend regulations governing case
management and case processing by administrative law judges in OHA
field offices. The rules are necessary to increase efficiency in case
processing.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Charles E. Breece, Deputy Director, Department of the
Interior, 801 N. Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 235-3810
RIN: 1090-AA73
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions
Assistant Secretary for Policy, Management and Budget (ASPMB)
_______________________________________________________________________
1622. COLLECTION OF DEBTS BY ADMINISTRATIVE WAGE GARNISHMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 39
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    08/03/05                    70 FR 44512
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: William Webber
Phone: 202 208-5684
RIN: 1090-AA93
BILLING CODE 4310--RK--S
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA)
_______________________________________________________________________
1623. EQUAL ACCESS TO JUSTICE ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: PL 96-481
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Under this Act, an eligible person may obtain reimbursement
for attorney's fees when the person prevails over the Department in a
legal proceeding. This rule establishes procedures for submitting and
consideration of reimbursement requests.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/05/05                    70 FR 58167
Final Action                    10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the
Interior, Office of Hearings and Appeals, 801 N. Quincy Street,
Arlington, VA 20003
Phone: 703 235-3750
RIN: 1094-AA49
_______________________________________________________________________
1624. [bull] SPECIAL RULES APPLICABLE TO PUBLIC AND HEARINGS AND APPEALS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule revises the special rules applicable to public and
hearings and appeals.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the
Interior, Office of Hearings and Appeals, 801 N. Quincy Street,
Arlington, VA 20003
Phone: 703 235-3750
RIN: 1094-AA52
_______________________________________________________________________
1625. [bull] SPECIAL PROCEDURES FOR PUBLIC LANDS AND SURFACE MINING
CASES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 23
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would (1) state how to request reconsideration of a
decision; (2) limit the number of pleadings that may be filed for
reconsideration of a decision; (3) update addresses for serving copies
of notices of appeal; (4) state when IBLA may refer a case for a
hearing before an administrative law judge; and (5) specify a period
for filing an appeal of a judge's order. It will also (1) state when
IBLA may consolidate appeals; (2) establish standards for granting
extensions for filing pleadings; (3) prescribe procedures for motions
in appeals; and (4) state when a person may intervene in an appeal.
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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Final Action                    10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Will A. Irwin, Administrative Judge, Department of the
Interior, Office of Hearings and Appeals, 801 N. Quincy Street,
Arlington, VA 20003
Phone: 703 235-3750
RIN: 1094-AA53
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage
Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA)
_______________________________________________________________________
1626. [bull] HYDROPOWER LICENSING HEARINGS PROCESS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 797(e); 16 USC 811
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 4
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, November 7, 2005, Energy Policy Act
of 2005.
Abstract: This rule implements the requirement in section 261 of the
Energy Policy Act of 2005 that Interior, Commerce, and Agriculture
publish a joint rule to provide for trial-type hearings on disputed
issues of material fact relating to conditions and prescriptions to be
included in hydropower licenses under the Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule              11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Robert More, Department of the Interior, 801 North
Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 235-3810
RIN: 1094-AA51
BILLING CODE 4310--79--S
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage
Office of the Special Trustee (OST)
_______________________________________________________________________
1627. AMERICAN INDIAN TRUST FUND MANAGEMENT REFORM ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 4001
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 1200
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Part 1200 describes the processes by which Indian tribes can
manage tribal funds currently held in trust by the United States. It
describes how tribes may withdraw their funds from trust status, how
they may return funds to trust status, and how they may request
technical assistance or grants to help prepare or manage funds or to
ensure capability to manage those funds. This rulemaking updates
certain titles, addresses, and document references.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Sarah Yepa, Chief, Division of Quality Assurance,
Department of the Interior, Office of the Special Trustee, Suite 1000,
505 Marquette Avenue, NW Suite 1000, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505 248-5751
Fax: 505 248-5782
RIN: 1035-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions
Office of the Special Trustee (OST)
_______________________________________________________________________
1628. PROCEDURES FOR DEPOSITING FUNDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 124
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    07/14/05                    70 FR 40660
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lorie Curtis
Phone: 505 816-1203
RIN: 1035-AA04
BILLING CODE 4310--10--S
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                          Prerule Stage
United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1629. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CONSERVATION
EDUCATION; 50 CFR 17.21
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17.21(g)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Section 17.21(g) of title 50 of the Code of Federal
Regulations addresses education as a valid component of Endangered
Species Act approved programs. An advanced notice of proposed
rulemaking will request public input on conservation education
requirements that will be used in the development of a proposed rule
that will propose a Service position on conservation education.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           02/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Timothy J. Van Norman, Chief, Branch of Permits,
International, Division of Management Authority, Department of the
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North
Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2350
Fax: 703 358-2281
Email: tim--vannorman@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI66
_______________________________________________________________________
1630. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS GOVERNING POSSESSION OF
MIGRATORY BIRDS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 92 Stat 3112 (16 USC 712(2)); PL 95-616; PL 106-108;
16 USC 668a; 16 USC 703 to 712; . . .
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This request for comments will generate input needed to
develop a proposed regulation to amend migratory bird permit
regulations to create a new permit category establishing conditions and
criteria for obtaining a permit to possess migratory birds, including
eagles, for educational purposes. Currently, this activity is
authorized by a miscellaneous permit category.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           10/13/05                    70 FR 59710
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/12/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI97
_______________________________________________________________________
1631. HUMANE AND HEALTHFUL TRANSPORT OF WILD MAMMALS AND BIRDS TO THE
UNITED STATES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 18 USC 42 ; 16 USC 3371 to 3378
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We published an advance notice of proposed rulemaking to ask
the public for comments and input into the best process and spectrum of
updates needed to amend the regulations that establish standards for
the humane and healthful transport of wild birds and mammals. These
regulations have not been amended in more than 10 years and are
currently not in accordance with international requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           09/16/05                    70 FR 54700
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/15/05                    70 FR 54700
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AJ24
_______________________________________________________________________
1632. GENERAL PERMIT PROCEDURES; REVISION TO APPEAL PROCESS FOR
MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a; 16 USC 703 to 712
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13.29
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service will propose to revise the permit appeal process
to transfer the final appeal decision on migratory bird permits to the
Director. Migratory bird permits are issued in the Service's seven
Regional offices. Current regulations provide that when a permit is
denied, and a subsequent request for reconsideration is denied, an
appeal may be submitted to the Regional Director for the Region in
which the issuing office is located. Adjusting the review structure in
the Regions and transferring the final appeal decision to the Director
will better ensure consistent permit decisions nationally.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal
Energy Effects:  Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by
Executive Order 13211.
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU19
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage
United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1633. LIST OF MIGRATORY BIRDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 704; 16 USC 712
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 10.13
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The List of Migratory Birds found at 50 CFR 10.13 is being
revised to bring the list into conformity with generally accepted
taxonomy and nomenclature [English (common) and scientific names--as
reflected in four published supplements to the 7th (1998) edition of
the American Ornithologists' Union's Check-list of North American
Birds]; and to add species of known occurrence in the United States
that are subject to protection under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act but
are not included on the current list.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            05/09/95                    60 FR 24686
NPRM Comment Period End         07/10/95                    60 FR 24686
Second NPRM                     10/12/01                    66 FR 52281
Second NPRM Comment Period End  11/13/01                    66 FR 52281
Third NPRM                      10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AB72
_______________________________________________________________________
1634. SEIZURE AND FORFEITURE PROCEDURES--50 CFR PART 12
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 3371 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 12
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service proposes to amend regulations in 50 CFR part 12
that establish procedures relating to property seized and
administrative forfeiture under various laws enforced by the Service.
This revision is intended to provide uniform guidance for the bonded
release, appraisement, administrative proceeding, petition for
remission, and disposal of items subject to forfeiture. Also, these
revisions are intended to provide for greater consistency of Service
seizure and forfeiture procedures with those of the U.S. Customs
Service. In August 2000, the Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform Act became
law. CAFRA mandated many changes to 50 CFR 12 that are incorporated in
this second proposed rule.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/27/95                    60 FR 58468
NPRM Comment Period End         01/26/96
Second NPRM                     01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AC89
_______________________________________________________________________
1635. CONVENTION ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE IN ENDANGERED SPECIES (CITES)
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 10; 50 CFR 13; 50 CFR 17; 50 CFR 23
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This will be a revision to an existing rule that will
incorporate decisions/resolutions made at the second through thirteenth
meetings of the Conference of the Parties to the Convention on
International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            05/08/00                    65 FR 26663
NPRM Comment Period End         08/07/00
Correction                      06/29/00                    65 FR 40167
Second NPRM                     12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AD87
_______________________________________________________________________
1636. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; AMERICAN EEL
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action would add American eel to Appendix III to the
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna
and Flora (CITES). If adopted, exports of the species would require
CITES documentation from the Service to ensure that foreign countries
accept the shipments. This action is necessary to monitor the impact of
trade on the species in an effort to maintain healthy populations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected:  Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: marie--maltese@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AF09
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1637. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVING OF THE
BALD EAGLE IN THE LOWER 48 STATES FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND
THREATENED WILDLIFE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to release additional supplementary information on
the previous proposal to remove the bald eagle from the List of
Endangered and Threatened Species. This action is based on continued
recovery gains and increasing population trends.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            07/06/99                    64 FR 36454
NPRM Comment Period End         10/05/99
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AT94
RIN: 1018-AF21
_______________________________________________________________________
1638. HUMANE AND HEALTHFUL TRANSPORT OF WILD MAMMALS, BIRDS, REPTILES,
AND AMPHIBIANS TO THE UNITED STATES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 42; 16 USC 3371 to 3378
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The proposed rule contains amendments designed to add
numerous transport standards to part 14 for reptiles and amphibians.
Standards have already been promulgated for mammals and birds.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Final Action                    06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AF27
_______________________________________________________________________
1639. IMPORTATION OF CAPTIVE-BRED EXOTIC BIRDS INTO THE UNITED STATES
FROM BREEDING FACILITIES IN OTHER COUNTRIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On March 17, 1994, we published a proposed rule that included
certain provisions of the Wild Bird Conservation Act (WBCA). This
planned re-proposal would allow importing of captive-bred birds from
facilities in other countries for species that are otherwise prohibited
from import under the WBCA.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM (under 1018-AC15)          03/17/94                    59 FR 12784
Second NPRM                     01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: roddy--gabel@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AF44
_______________________________________________________________________
1640. IMPORTATION, EXPORTATION, AND TRANSPORTATION OF WILDLIFE, 50 CFR
PART 14
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668, 704, 712, 1382, 1538(d) to (f), and
1540(f); 16 USC 3371 to 3378, 4223 to 4244, and 4901 to 4916; 18 USC
42; 31 USC 9701
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule will revise the importation, exportation,
and transportation regulations pertaining to the movement of all
wildlife and wildlife products into or out of the United States.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           07/15/98                    63 FR 38143
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/14/98
NPRM                            05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AF46
_______________________________________________________________________
1641. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED
RECLASSIFICATION OF THE STRAIGHT-HORNED MARKHOR POPULATION OF THE
TORGHAR REGION OF BALUCHISTAN, PAKISTAN, FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We received a petition to reclassify a certain population of
the straight-horned markhor from endangered to threatened. We must
determine whether a status review shows that the petitioned action is
warranted; if so, we will propose to
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change the classification of the straight-horned markhor population of
the Torghar Hills region of Baluchistan Province, Pakistan, from
endangered to threatened under the Endangered Species Act of 1973. The
markhor is a species of wild goat that occurs in small, isolated
populations in rugged, arid mountain habitats in Afghanistan, India,
Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Dr. Michael D. Kreger, Wildlife Biologist, Division of
Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish
and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AG00
_______________________________________________________________________
1642. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS
FOR 12 SPECIES OF PICTURE-WING FLIES FROM THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, April 2006.
Abstract: We will finalize endangered status pursuant to the Endangered
Species Act of 1973, as amended, for 12 species of Hawaiian picture-
wing flies--Drosophila aglaia, D. differens, D. hemipeza, D.
heteroneura, D. montgomeryi, D. mulli, D. musaphilia, D. neoclavisetae,
D. obatai, D. ochrobasis, D. substenoptera, and D. tarphytrichia. These
species are found on one or more of the following Hawaiian Islands:
Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui, and Hawaii. These 12 species face
substantial threats from one or more of the following: habitat
degradation, loss of host plants, biological pest control, and
predation from alien arthropods.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/17/01                     66 FR 3964
Public Hearing                  03/05/01                     66 FR 3964
NPRM Comment Period End         03/19/01
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    10/04/05                    70 FR 57851
NPRM Comment Period End         11/03/05
Final Action                    04/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AG23
_______________________________________________________________________
1643. WILD BIRD CONSERVATION ACT: REVIEW OF APPROVED LIST OF CAPTIVE-
BRED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Under the Wild Bird Conservation Act, a species may be exempt
from the prohibitions of the Act if it qualifies for inclusion in an
approved list. One way for a species to be included is if the species
occurs in trade only as captive-bred specimens. We intend to seek
information and consider whether to amend this approved list, which was
established in 1994.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice                          05/29/01                    66 FR 29072
Comment Period End              07/30/01                    66 FR 29072
NPRM                            04/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Dr. Michael D. Kreger, Wildlife Biologist, Division of
Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish
and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AG64
_______________________________________________________________________
1644. ADDITION OF BLACK CARP (MYLOPHARYNGODON PICEUS) TO THE LIST OF
INJURIOUS WILDLIFE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 42
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will review biological and economic information on the
black carp (Mylopharyngodon piceus) for possible addition to the list
of injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act. An injurious wildlife
listing would prohibit importation into, or transportation between,
States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or
any territory or possession of the United States by any means
whatsoever, except by permit for zoological, educational, medical, or
scientific purposes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           06/02/00                    65 FR 35314
NPRM                            07/30/02                    67 FR 49280
NPRM Comment Period End         09/20/02                    67 FR 49280
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    06/04/03                    68 FR 33431
NPRM Comment Period End         08/04/03                    68 FR 33431
NPRM--Comment reopen, Notice of
Draft Envir. Assess/Econ.
Analysis                        08/30/05                    70 FR 51326
Second NPRM Comment Period End  10/31/05                    70 FR 51326
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
URL For More Information:
http://www.fws.gov/contaminants/issues/invasivespecies.cfm
Agency Contact: Erin Williams, Endangered Species, Department of the
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Mail Stop 322, 4401
North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
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Phone: 703 358-2034
Email: erin--williams@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AG70
_______________________________________________________________________
1645. CORRECTIONS TO RIGHTS-OF-WAY REGULATIONS
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: PL 101-475
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 29
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service proposes to make revisions to the Rights-of-Way
General Regulations in 50 CFR 29 subpart B. The revisions will correct
the address of our Region 5 Office in 50 CFR 29.21-2(c)(5). We will
also implement section 1 of Public Law 101-475 by correcting the names
of the House and Senate Committees we must notify upon receipt of an
application for a right-of-way for an oil and gas pipeline that is 24
inches or more in diameter and again before granting right-of-way.
Finally, the proposed revised regulation will delete the reference to a
60-day waiting period after notification of our intent to grant the
right-of-way. (The waiting period was repealed by Congress.)
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Brenda Johnson-Turner, Realty Specialist, Department of
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 N Fairfax
Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2363
Email: brenda--johnson-turner@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI12
_______________________________________________________________________
1646. NORTH AMERICAN WETLANDS CONSERVATION ACT AND NEOTROPICAL MIGRATORY
BIRD CONSERVATION ACT GRANT ADMINISTRATION POLICIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 4401 et seq; 16 USC 6101 et seq
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Grant Administration Standards document is being
published to guide the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA)
and Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act (NMBCA) grants
administration process.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Dr. Keith A. Morehouse, Department of the Interior,
United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Div. of Bird Habitat
Conservation MS MB4075, Arlington Square 4401 North Fairfax Drive,
Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1784
Fax: 703 358-2282
Email: keith--morehouse@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI13
_______________________________________________________________________
1647. IMPORT OF POLAR BEAR TROPHIES FROM CANADA; FINDINGS FOR THE GULF
OF BOOTHIA AND WESTERN HUDSON POPULATIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18.30
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule announces proposed findings on the import of polar
bears (Ursus maritimus) taken in sport hunts from the Canadian Gulf of
Boothia and Western Hudson polar bear populations under the Marine
Mammal Protection Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Final Action                    05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI65
_______________________________________________________________________
1648. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF THE
ARIZONA AGAVE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to remove the Arizona agave (Agave arizonica), a
plant, from the list of threatened and endangered species. Since the
listing, a growing body of evidence has led to the determination that
the succulent--found only where the range of Toumey's agave (Agave
toumeyana var. bella) and the golden-flowered agave (Agave chrysantha)
overlap--is indeed a hybrid of the two parent-species. Controlled
experiments on the reproductive limitations of the Arizona agave
conducted at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix have confirmed that
the plant is a hybrid. Hybrid plants--a phenomenon common among agaves-
-are not eligibile for protection under the Endangered Species Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI79
_______________________________________________________________________
1649. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; NONESSENTIAL
EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION OF THE NORTHERN APLOMADO FALCON
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to
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establish a nonessential experimental population for the Northern
aplomado falcon, to facilitate the recovery of this endangered species
and to ensure that its reintroduction will not impose new restrictions.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            02/09/05                     70 FR 6819
Public Hearing                  03/15/05                     70 FR 6819
NPRM Comment Period End         04/11/05
NPRM Comment Period Reopened,
Avail Documents                 02/09/05                     70 FR 6819
NPRM Comment Period Reopened,
Public Hearings, Avail of Draft
Monitoring Plan                 09/16/05                    70 FR 54701
Public Hearing                  10/11/05
Public Hearing                  10/13/05
Second NPRM Comment Period End  11/15/05
Final Rule                      02/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI80
_______________________________________________________________________
1650. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DOWNLISTING THE
WOOD BISON FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to publish a proposed rule to downlist the Wood bison
from endangered to threatened. This action is being considered because
of progress in the recovery of this species.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Robert Gabel, Chief, Division of Scientific Authority,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: roddy--gabel@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI83
_______________________________________________________________________
1651. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; BLACK COHOSH
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would list black cohosh in appendix III to CITES,
for the purposes of more effective monitoring of trade, ensuring that
traded specimens are legally acquired in their State(s) of origin, and
obtaining the cooperation of other countries that are parties to CITES
in controlling the trade in such specimens.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Dr. Patricia S. De Angelis, Botanist, Division of
Scientific Authority; Chair, Plant Conserv. All., Medicinal Plant
Working Grp., Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: patricia--deangelis@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI91
_______________________________________________________________________
1652. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CALIFORNIA RED-LEGGED FROG
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 31, 2004, Settlement agreement.
Final, Judicial, November 30, 2005.
Abstract: We will re-propose the designation of critical habitat for
the California red-legged frog, a threatened species endemic to
California and Baja California, Mexico.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            04/13/04                    69 FR 19619
Public Hearing Request Due Date 05/28/04                    69 FR 19619
NPRM Comment Period End         06/14/04
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/14/04                    69 FR 32966
Comment Period End              07/14/04                    69 FR 32966
Second NPRM                     10/00/05
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AJ16
_______________________________________________________________________
1653. ADDING SILVER CARP (HYPOPHTHALMICHTHYS MOLITRIX) AND LARGESCALE
SILVER CARP (HYPOPHTHALMICHTHYS HARMANDI) TO THE LIST OF INJURIOUS
WILDLIFE
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 18 USC 42
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will review biological and economic information on the
silver
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carp (Hypophthalmichthys molitrix) and largescale silver carp
(Hypophthalmichthys harmandi) for possible addition to the list of
injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act. An injurious wildlife listing
would prohibit importation into, or transportation between, States, the
District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or any territory
or possession of the United States by any means whatsoever, except by
permit for zoological, educational, medical, or scientific purposes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           07/23/03                    68 FR 43482
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/22/03                    68 FR 43482
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism:  Undetermined
URL For More Information:
http://www.fws.gov/contaminants/issues/invasivespecies.cfm
Agency Contact: Erin Williams, Endangered Species, Department of the
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Mail Stop 322, 4401
North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2034
Email: erin--williams@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT29
_______________________________________________________________________
1654. WILD BIRD CONSERVATION ACT; REVIEW OF REGULATIONS TO ALLOW IMPORTS
OF EXOTIC WILD BIRDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15.41; 50 CFR 15.42
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will review the existing Wild Bird Conservation Act
regulations to allow imports of exotic wild birds and make
modifications as appropriate. On the basis of our experience and the
feedback of applicants, we will streamline procedures and make the
regulations more user-friendly.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Dr. Michael D. Kreger, Wildlife Biologist, Division of
Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish
and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT30
_______________________________________________________________________
1655. MARINE MAMMALS; AND ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS;
PROPOSED TERMINATION OF THE SOUTHERN SEA OTTER TRANSLOCATION PROGRAM
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service will propose to terminate the southern sea otter
translocation program and change regulations to allow sea otters
residing in designated translocation and management zones to remain
after the zones are abolished. The southern sea otter translocation
program, established under authority of Public Law 99-625, has failed
to meet its established goals and objectives. A draft supplemental
environmental impact statement (SEIS), to be released for public
comment concurrent with the proposed rule, includes a full evaluation
of the southern sea otter translocation program and alternatives for
the future of the program. The proposed rule describes the actions
necessary to implement the proposed action identified in the SEIS. This
decision is consistent with recommendations from the southern sea otter
recovery team and resolves conflicts that have arisen between Fish and
Wildlife Service mandates under the ESA and PL 99-625.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/00/06
Final Action                    03/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Martin Kodis, Chief, Branch of Resource Management
Support, Division of Habitat and Resource Conservation, Department of
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 400 ARL SQ, 4401
North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-5496
Fax: 703 358-1869
Email: martin--kodis@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT34
_______________________________________________________________________
1656. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE
VIRGINIA NORTHERN FLYING SQUIRREL FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND
THREATENED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Due to recovery, the Service is planning to propose delisting
the Virginia northern flying squirrel.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT37
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1657. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE
YELLOWSTONE GRIZZLY BEAR POPULATION FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND
THREATENED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service is planning to propose to remove the Yellowstone
population of grizzly bears from the List of Endangered and Threatened
Species. This population has reached its recovery goals.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT38
_______________________________________________________________________
1658. ADDING BIGHEAD CARP (HYPOPHTHALMICHTHYS NOBILIS) TO THE LIST OF
INJURIOUS WILDLIFE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 18 USC 42
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will review biological and economic information on Bighead
carp (Hypophthalmichthys nobilis) for possible addition to the list of
injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act. An injurious wildlife listing
would prohibit importation into, or transportation between, States, the
District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or any territory
or possession of the United States by any means whatsoever, except by
permit for zoological, educational, medical, or scientific purposes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           09/17/03                    68 FR 54409
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/17/03                    68 FR 54409
NPRM                            03/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Erin Williams, Endangered Species, Department of the
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Mail Stop 322, 4401
North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2034
Email: erin--williams@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT49
_______________________________________________________________________
1659. REVISED DEFINITION OF ``DESTRUCTION OR ADVERSE MODIFICATION'' FOR
ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT SECTION 7 CONSULTATIONS
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 402.02
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Fish and Wildlife Service and National Marine Fisheries
Service will revise the definition of ``destruction or adverse
modification'' to reflect the two Circuit Court of Appeals' decisions
that the existing regulation is invalid.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Richard E Sayers Jr., Chief, Branch of Consultation and
Habitat Conservation Planning, Department of the Interior, United
States Fish and Wildlife Service, ARLSQ-420, 4401 N. Fairfax Drive,
Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2106
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: rick--sayers@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT50
_______________________________________________________________________
1660. SPECIAL RULE RECLASSIFYING ARGENTINIAN BROAD-SNOUTED CAIMAN
POPULATION FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to propose to downlist the broad-snouted caiman
(Caiman latirostris) population in Argentina from endangered to
threatened under the Endangered Species Act, with a special rule (under
section 4(d) of ESA) allowing the importation into the United States of
skins and products from the Argentinian population of broad-snouted
caiman, if certain conditions are satisfied.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Dr. Michael D. Kreger, Wildlife Biologist, Division of
Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish
and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT56
_______________________________________________________________________
1661. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; CHANGES IN REGULATIONS GOVERNING RAPTOR
PROPAGATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21.30
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We propose reorganization of current regulations, and adding
or changing of some provisions therein. The changes will make it easier
to
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understand the requirements for raptor propagation and the procedures
for obtaining a propagation permit.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/14/05                    70 FR 60052
NPRM Comment Period End         01/12/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AG11
RIN: 1018-AT60
_______________________________________________________________________
1662. LISTING OF SIX FOREIGN BIRDS UNDER THE ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq.
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We propose to list six foreign bird species under the
Endangered Species Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: marie--maltese@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT62
_______________________________________________________________________
1663. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING: REVISION OF LANGUAGE USED IN REGULATIONS
FOR APPROVING NONTOXIC SHOT FOR USE IN WATERFOWL HUNTING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 742a to 742j
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20.134
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We propose a plain-language revision of 50 CFR 20.134 to make
it easier for the public to read and understand. The language governing
determination of Expected Environmental Concentrations (EEC) in
terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems would be altered to make clear the
shot size and number of shot to be used in calculating the EECs. We
also plan to add language specifying the pH levels to be used in
calculating the EEC in water.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
URL For More Information:
migratorybirds.fws.gov
URL For Public Comments:
migratorybirds.fws.gov
Agency Contact: Dr. George T. Allen, Wildlife Biologist, Department of
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North
Fairfax Drive, MS 4107, Arlington, VA 22203-1610
Phone: 703 358-1825
Fax: 703 358-2217
Email: george--t--allen@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT67
_______________________________________________________________________
1664. REGULATIONS TO IMPLEMENT THE CAPTIVE WILDLIFE SAFETY ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 USC 42
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 14
Legal Deadline: Final, Statutory, June 19, 2004.
Abstract: We plan to propose to implement the Captive Wildlife Safety
Act (CWSA) by adding subpart K to 50 CFR 14. The CWSA amends the Lacey
Act by making it illegal to buy, sell, transport, receive, or acquire
live lions, tigers, leopards, cheetahs, jaguars, and cougars or any
hybrid of these species across State lines, or to import or export any
of these species.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT69
_______________________________________________________________________
1665. MOSQUITO AND MOSQUITO-BORNE DISEASE MANAGEMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668dd to 668ee
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This draft Service Manual chapter (606 FW 2) provides policy
for refuge managers to apply when determining how and when mosquito
populations may be managed on lands administered within the National
Wildlife Refuge System. This draft chapter is based on science and
includes a requirement for data-gathering both prior to and after
management actions. The draft chapter also includes a provision for
actions taken during emergencies. This chapter applies to all units of
the Refuge System where we have jurisdiction over such actions, whether
mosquito management is performed by the Service or by an outside
agency.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Proposed Policy                 12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal
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Agency Contact: Michael Higgins, Mosquito Coordinator, Department of
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North
Fairfax Drive, Suite 670, Arlington, VA 22204
Phone: 410 573-4520
RIN: 1018-AT72
_______________________________________________________________________
1666. STRATEGIC GROWTH OF THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668dd to 668ee
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This Service Manual chapter (602 FW 5) outlines the process
and decision points for the consideration of lands proposed for
inclusion in the National Wildlife Refuge System (System). It explains
in detail the various steps in taking a proposal from the initial idea
stage to the Director's decision on whether a Region should proceed
with the detailed planning and public involvement required for a new
national wildlife refuge or major addition to an existing refuge, and
ultimately, to approval of a new refuge or substantial addition.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Proposed Policy                 12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Dirck Byler, Department of the Interior, United States
Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 670,
Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2337
RIN: 1018-AT73
_______________________________________________________________________
1667. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; COACHELLA VALLEY
MILK-VETCH CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, November 30, 2005.
Abstract: We proposed critical habitat for the Coachella Valley milk-
vetch, which occurs in Southern California.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/14/04                    69 FR 74468
NPRM Comment Period End         07/14/04                    69 FR 74468
Public Hearing Request Due Date 01/28/05
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    09/27/05                    70 FR 56434
Comment Period End              10/27/05
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT74
_______________________________________________________________________
1668. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; THREAD-LEAVED
BRODIAEA CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, November 30, 2005.
Abstract: We proposed critical habitat for the Thread-Leaved Brodiaea,
a plant, which occurs in Southern California.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/08/04                    69 FR 71283
Public Hearing Request Due Date 01/24/05
NPRM Comment Period End         02/07/05
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    10/06/05                    70 FR 58361
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT75
_______________________________________________________________________
1669. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; SALT CREEK TIGER
BEETLE CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will propose to designate critical habitat for the Salt
Creek tiger beetle, a subspecies endemic to eastern Nebraska saline
wetlands and associated streams in the northern third of Lancaster
County and southern margin of Saunders County in Nebraska.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AJ13
RIN: 1018-AT79
_______________________________________________________________________
1670. MARINE MAMMALS: PROPOSED INCIDENTAL TAKE AUTHORIZATION DURING
SPECIFIED ACTIVITIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq.
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Marine Mammal Protection Act authorizes issuance of
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regulations to allow the incidental unintentional take of small numbers
of marine mammals in activities (other than commercial fishing) in
specific geographical areas. These proposed regulations would authorize
incidental take of polar bears and Pacific walrus in the Beaufort Sea
and adjacent northern coast of Alaska during oil and gas industry
activities for 5 years. Previous regulations expired on March 28, 2005.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Final Action                    09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Martin Kodis, Chief, Branch of Resource Management
Support, Division of Habitat and Resource Conservation, Department of
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 400 ARL SQ, 4401
North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-5496
Fax: 703 358-1869
Email: martin--kodis@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT82
_______________________________________________________________________
1671. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE CUI-
UI FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service is planning to propose to remove the Cui-ui, a
fish, from the List of Endangered and Threatened Species based on
recovery of this species. Threats to the species have been reduced, and
the population has rebounded and surpassed recovery levels.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            02/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT85
_______________________________________________________________________
1672. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATING
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR ST. ANDREW BEACH MOUSE, PERDIDO KEY BEACH MOUSE,
AND CHOTAWHATCHEE BEACH MOUSE
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 15, 2005.
Abstract: We plan to propose critical habitat for the St. Andrew beach
mouse, Perdido Key beach mouse, and Chotawhatchee beach mouse along the
coast of the Florida panhandle and Alabama.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Final Action                    11/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT90
_______________________________________________________________________
1673. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATING
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR 3 WILLAMETTE SPECIES: WILLAMETTE DAISY, FENDER'S
BLUE BUTTERFLY, AND KINCAID'S LUPINE
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 15, 2005.
Final, Statutory, October 15, 2006.
Final, Judicial, October 15, 2006.
Abstract: We plan to propose critical habitat for 3 Willamette species
(Willamette Daisy, Fender's Blue Butterfly, and Kincaid's Lupine) in
prairie habitat in the Willamette Valley of Oregon and Washington.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AE53
RIN: 1018-AT91
_______________________________________________________________________
1674. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATING
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE WILLOWY MONARDELLA
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 30, 2005.
Final, Statutory, October 30, 2006.
Final, Judicial, October 30, 2006.
Abstract: We plan to propose critical habitat for the Willowy
monardella, a plant in Southern California.
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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Final Action                    11/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT92
_______________________________________________________________________
1675. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATING
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE ALAMEDA WHIPSNAKE
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, October 1, 2005.
Final, Statutory, October 1, 2006.
Final, Judicial, October 1, 2006.
Previous critical habitat, established 10/03/2000 (65 FR 58933; 1018-
AF98), is remanded by court.
Abstract: We plan to propose critical habitat for the Alameda
whipsnake, a snake in central California.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Final Action                    10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AF98
RIN: 1018-AT93
_______________________________________________________________________
1676. PROTECTION OF BALD EAGLES AND DEFINITION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 22.3
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule would establish a regulatory definition of
``disturb.'' The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act prohibits take of
eagle. Take is defined by the Act to include ``disturb.'' This rule is
necessary in the event the bald eagle is removed from the list of
threatened species under the Endangered Species Act. The BGEPA will
become the primary law protecting bald eagles.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal
URL For More Information:
migratorybirds.fws.gov
Agency Contact: Eliza Savage, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Rm. 4000, 4501 North
Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2329
Email: eliza--savage@fws.gov
Related RIN: Previously reported as 1018-AH74, Related to 1018-AF21
RIN: 1018-AT94
_______________________________________________________________________
1677. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA,
SUBPART C AND SUBPART D; 2006-2007 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF WILDLIFE
REGULATIONS
Priority: Routine and Frequent. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule will revise the regulations for seasons,
harvest limits, methods, and means for the subsistence taking of
wildlife during the 2006-07 regulatory year. This rulemaking is
necessary because subpart D is subject to an annual review cycle.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/11/05                    70 FR 46795
Public Meetings 9/20 through 10/
21/2005                         09/20/05                    70 FR 46795
NPRM Comment Period End         10/21/05
Final Action                    06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT98
_______________________________________________________________________
1678. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA,
SUBPART C--NONRURAL DETERMINATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule will revise the rural/nonrural
determinations based on 2000 Federal census data. This review/revision
is called for in 50 CFR 100.15 and 36 CFR 242.15.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
3601
[[Page 64799]]
C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT99
_______________________________________________________________________
1679. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A
NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION FOR 16 FRESHWATER MUSSELS, 1
FRESHWATER SNAIL, AND 5 FISHES IN TENNESSEE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service is planning to establish a nonessential
experimental population for 16 freshwater mussels, 1 freshwater snail,
and 5 fishes in the Lower French Broad River and in the Lower Holston
River, Tennessee.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU01
_______________________________________________________________________
1680. KODIAK NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE PERMIT REQUIREMENT FOR
CONSERVATION EASEMENT LANDS
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668dd to 668ee; 16 USC 460k to 460k-4; 16 USC
668aa-33
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 36.39(j)
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We proposed this rule to comply with our commitments made
under a conservation easement among the United States, the State of
Alaska, and Koniag Inc. to permit public use of private lands within
the boundaries of Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge Alaska. The
conservation easement furthers the missions of the Service and the
National Wildlife Refuge System and the purposes of Kodiak National
Wildlife Refuge. The easement lands affected by this rule are along
Karluk River and Karluk Lake on Kodiak Island, Alaska. This rule will
apply as long as the conservation easement is in place. Without this
rule, the Service would fail to perform an obligation and Koniag, Inc.
would have the right to terminate the conservation easement.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            09/30/05                    70 FR 57242
NPRM Comment Period End         10/31/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Abbey Kucera, Natural Resource Specialist, Department
of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Kodiak
National Wildlife Refuge, 1390 Buskin River Road, Kodiak, AK 99615
Phone: 907 487-2600
Fax: 907 487-2144
Email: abbey--kucera@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU08
_______________________________________________________________________
1681. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; 4(D) RULE FOR THE
PACIFIC COAST DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE WESTERN SNOWY PLOVER
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service plans to propose a special rule for the Pacific
Coast population of the western snowy plover under section 4(d) of the
Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU11
_______________________________________________________________________
1682. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA,
SUBPART C AND SUBPART D: 2007-2008 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF WILDLIFE
REGULATIONS
Priority: Routine and Frequent. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 3124
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 242; 50 CFR 100
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will revise the regulations for seasons, harvest limits,
methods, and means related to the taking of wildlife for subsistence
uses during the 2007-08 regulatory year. This rulemaking is necessary
because Subpart D is subject to an annual review.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/00/06
Final Action                    06/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU15
[[Page 64800]]
_______________________________________________________________________
1683. NEGOTIATION OF ANNUAL FUNDING AGREEMENTS WITH TRIBES (MANUAL
CHAPTER)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668dd to 668ee; 16 USC 742a to 742j; 16 USC 661
to 666c; PL 93-638; PL 103-413; PL 105-270; The Native American Policy
of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service of June 28, 1994 (Native American
Policy); 25 CFR 1000
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This service manual chapter (512 FW 5) establishes policy
that refuge and hatchery managers (project leaders), and other Fish and
Wildlife Service employees will apply when reviewing and responding to
a request from a self-governance Indian tribe or consortium of tribes
to negotiate an annual funding agreement (AFA) under the provisions of
title IV of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act.
This chapter also provides general guidance that a project leader
should consider when reviewing a request for an AFA.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Proposed Policy                 01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal
Agency Contact: Dave Walker, Refuge Policy Liaison, Department of the
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Mail Stop 670, 4401
North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2310
Fax: 703 358-2248
Email: dave--walker@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU16
_______________________________________________________________________
1684. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PROPOSED CORRECTION
TO THE GRIZZLY BEAR ENTRY IN THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED
WILDLIFE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We propose to correct an error in the original listing of
grizzly bear (Ursus arctos horribilis) under the ESA. The historical
range included areas outside the species' range.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
URL For More Information:
endangered.fws.gov
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU17
_______________________________________________________________________
1685. SPECIAL RULE FOR THE SOUTHWEST ALASKA DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT
OF THE NORTHERN SEA OTTER (ENHYDRA LUTRIS KENYONI)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, April 2005.
Abstract: The special rule would allow for the non-commercial export as
well as (re-) import of authentic native articles of handicraft and
clothing that were derived from sea otters legally taken from the
listed population for subsistence purposes by Alaskan Natives in
accordance with the Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/09/05                    70 FR 46388
NPRM Comment Period End         10/11/05                    70 FR 46388
Final Action                    04/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AI44
RIN: 1018-AU21
_______________________________________________________________________
1686. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CALIFORNIA TIGER SALAMANDER, SONOMA COUNTY
POPULATION
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, July 15, 2005.
Final, Judicial, December 1, 2005.
Abstract: The Service will designate critical habitat for the Sonoma
County population of California tiger salamander (Ambystoma
californiense) under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended.
The critical habitat is located in Sonoma County, California.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/02/05                    70 FR 44301
Public Hearing                  09/08/05
NPRM Comment Period End         10/03/05
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU23
[[Page 64801]]
_______________________________________________________________________
1687. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION
OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA DISTINCT VERTEBRATE
POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE MOUNTAIN YELLOW-LEGGED FROG (RANA MUSCOSA)
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 U.S.C. 1533 et seq.
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 1, 2005.
Abstract: We are proposing to designate critical habitat for the
southern California distinct population segment of the mountain yellow-
legged frog in the mountains of southern California.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            09/13/05                    70 FR 54105
Due Date for Requests for Public
Hearings                        10/28/05                    70 FR 54105
NPRM Comment Period End         11/14/05
Final Action                    09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU30
_______________________________________________________________________
1688. [bull] DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR ROTA BRIDLED WHITE-EYE
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 7, 2005, settlement
agreement.
Abstract: We will propose designation of critical habitat for the Rota
bridled white-eye, an endangered species endemic to the island of Rota,
U.S. Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            09/14/05                    70 FR 54335
Due date for Public Hearing
Requests                        10/31/05                    70 FR 54335
NPRM Comment Period End         11/14/05
Final Action                    09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU32
_______________________________________________________________________
1689. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL
HABITAT FOR THE SPIKEDACE AND LOACHMINNOW
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to propose to designate critical habitat for the
spikedace and loachminnow, fish that are endemic to the upper Gila
River basin of Arizona and New Mexico.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU33
_______________________________________________________________________
1690. [bull] DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR YADEON'S PIPERIA
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 1, 2005.
Final, Judicial, December 1, 2006.
Abstract: We plan to propose to designate Critical Habitat for Yadeon's
piperia, a plant in the Monterey region of central California.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU34
_______________________________________________________________________
1691. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING
GUNNISON'S SAGE GROUSE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to propose to list Gunnison's sage grouse, a
pheasant-like bird in western Colorado, under the Endangered Species
Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/00/06
Final Action                    03/00/07
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
[[Page 64802]]
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU35
_______________________________________________________________________
1692. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS;
DETERMINATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE NORTHERN SPOTTED OWL
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1407; 16 USC 1531 to 1544; 16 USC 4201
to 4245
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 15, 2005.
Final, Judicial, December 15, 2006.
Abstract: The Service plans to review designated critical habitat for
the Northern spotted owl (Strix occidentalis caurina), a subspecies
federally listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act, as
amended. This critical habitat is located on Federal land in CA, OR,
and WA.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU37
_______________________________________________________________________
1693. [bull] CIVIL PROCEDURES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 18 U.S.C. 42-44; 16 U.S.C. 3371 et seq.; 16 U.S.C.
668(a); 16 U.S.C. 1540(f); 16 U.S.C. 1382
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 11
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to propose to revise our civil procedure regulations
to make them easier to understand, through use of simpler language and
more clearly explained procedures.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            02/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU38
_______________________________________________________________________
1694. [bull] MIGRATORY BIRD SUBSISTENCE HARVEST IN ALASKA; PROPOSED
SPRING/SUMMER SUBSISTENCE ANNUAL HARVEST REGULATIONS FOR MIGRATORY BIRDS
IN ALASKA DURING THE 2006 SUBSISTENCE SEASON
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 92
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action establishes annual spring/summer migratory bird
subsistence harvest regulations in Alaska for the 2006 subsistence
season.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            09/22/05                    70 FR 55691
NPRM Comment Period End         11/21/05
Final Action                    01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Fred Armstrong, Department of the Interior, United
States Fish and Wildlife Service, 10011 E. Tudor Rd., MS 201,
Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3887
RIN: 1018-AU39
_______________________________________________________________________
1695. [bull] CITES APPENDIX-III LISTING OF GALAX (GALAX URCEOLATA)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to propose to list the native plant species galax
(Galax urceolata) in Appendix III of the Convention on International
Trade in Endangered Species of Wild fauna and Flora (CITES).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Pat Ford, Biologist, Division of Scientific Authority,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: pat--ford@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU40
_______________________________________________________________________
1696. [bull] MARINE MAMMALS: INCIDENTAL TAKE DURING SPECIFIED ACTIVITIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Marine Mammal Protection Act authorizes issuance of
regulations to allow the incidental unintentional take of small numbers
of marine mammals in activities (other than commercial fishing) in
specific geographical areas. These regulations would authorize
incidental take of polar bears and Pacific walrus in the Bering Sea and
adjacent coast of Alaska during oil and gas industry activities for 5
years.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
[[Page 64803]]
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Martin Kodis, Chief, Branch of Resource Management
Support, Division of Habitat and Resource Conservation, Department of
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 400 ARL SQ, 4401
North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-5496
Fax: 703 358-1869
Email: martin--kodis@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU41
_______________________________________________________________________
1697. [bull] MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; 2006-2007 MIGRATORY GAME BIRD
HUNTING REGULATIONS
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j)
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to propose to establish annual hunting regulations
for certain migratory game birds for the 2006-07 hunting season. We
annually prescribe outside limits (frameworks), within which States may
select hunting seasons. We also request proposals from Indian tribes
that wish to establish special migratory bird hunting regulations on
Federal Indian reservations and ceded lands. Migratory game bird
hunting seasons provide hunting opportunities for recreation and
sustenance; aid Federal, State, and tribal governments in the
management of migratory game birds; and permit harvests at levels
compatible with migratory bird population status and habitat
conditions.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            04/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Energy Effects:  Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by
Executive Order 13211.
Agency Contact: Ronald Kokel, Wildlife Biologist, Division of Migratory
Bird Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, MS MBSP-4107, 4401 North Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: ronald--kokel@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU42
_______________________________________________________________________
1698. [bull] RE-EVALUATION OF FINAL LISTING DETERMINATION FOR QUEEN
CHARLOTTE GOSHAWK
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, July 2006.
Abstract: Pursuant to a court order, we will re-evaluate our final
listing determination for the Queen Charlotte Goshawk, a bird, found in
southeast Alaska and British Columbia, Canada.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU43
_______________________________________________________________________
1699. [bull] CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR SUISUN THISTLE AND SOFT
BIRDS BEAK
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 1, 2006.
Final, Judicial, April 1, 2007.
Abstract: We plan to propose critical habitat designation for Suisun
thistle and soft birds beak, two plants.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            04/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU44
_______________________________________________________________________
1700. [bull] CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR HOLMGREN AND SHIVWITS MILK
VETCHES
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, March 17, 2006.
Final, Judicial, March 17, 2007.
Abstract: We plan to propose to designate critical habitat for the
Holmgren and Shivwits milk vetches.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU45
_______________________________________________________________________
1701. [bull] CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR ALABAMA BEACH MOUSE
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
[[Page 64804]]
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, January 18, 2006.
Final, Judicial, January 18, 2007.
Abstract: We plan to propose to designate critical habitat for the
Alabama Beach Mouse along the coast of Alabama.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU46
_______________________________________________________________________
1702. [bull] REVISION OF CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR THE KOOTENAI
RIVER WHITE STURGEON
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 15, 2005.
Final, Judicial, December 15, 2006.
Abstract: We plan to propose to revise the currently designated
critical habitat for the Kootenai River White Sturgeon in Idaho.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU47
_______________________________________________________________________
1703. [bull] REVISION OF CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR THE WINTERING
PIPING PLOVER
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 13, 2005.
Final, Judicial, December 13, 2006.
Abstract: We plan to propose to revise currently designated critical
habitat for the Wintering Piping Plover in the coastal areas of North
Carolina.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU48
_______________________________________________________________________
1704. [bull] ADDING GRAHAM'S PENSTEMON TO THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND
THREATENED PLANTS, WITH DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 9, 2005.
Final, Judicial, December 9, 2006.
Abstract: We plan to propose to add Graham's Penstemon to the List of
Endangered and Threatened Plants, and also to designate critical
habitat for the species.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU49
_______________________________________________________________________
1705. [bull] CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR THE LAGUNA MOUNTAINS
SKIPPER
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 15, 2005.
Final, Judicial, November 15, 2006.
Abstract: We plan to propose to designate critical habitat for the
Laguna Mountains Skipper, a butterfly that lives in the mountains of
southern California.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU50
[[Page 64805]]
_______________________________________________________________________
1706. [bull] CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR BRAUNTON'S MILK-VETCH AND
LYON'S PENCHAETA
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 1, 2005.
Final, Judicial, November 1, 2006.
Abstract: We plan to propose to designate critical habitat for
Braunton's milk-vetch and Lyon's penchaeta, two plants.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU51
_______________________________________________________________________
1707. [bull] CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR THE CANADA LYNX
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, November 1, 2005.
Final, Judicial, November 1, 2006.
Abstract: We plan to propose to designate critical habitat for the
Canada Lynx in the States of Washington, Idaho, Montana, Minnesota, and
Maine.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU52
_______________________________________________________________________
1708. [bull] REMOVAL OF THE WESTERN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE
GRAY WOLF FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service proposes to establish a western distinct
population segment (DPS) of the gray wolf and remove the DPS from the
List of Endangered and Threatened Species.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU53
_______________________________________________________________________
1709. [bull] REMOVAL OF THE GREAT LAKES DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF
THE GRAY WOLF FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service proposes to establish a Great Lakes distinct
population segment (DPS) of the gray wolf and remove the DPS from the
List of Endangered and Threatened Species.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU54
_______________________________________________________________________
1710. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS: 5-YEAR
REVIEW OF FOREIGN SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Statutory, ESA requirement.
ESA requires review of listings every 5 years.
Abstract: We will review the current list of foreign species to solicit
information on their current status and determine if any should be
reclassified or delisted. Psittacine birds have been reviewed
separately. Other taxonomic groups may be dealt with separately as the
review proceeds.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
[[Page 64806]]
Email: marie--maltese@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AG63
RIN: 1018-AU55
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage
United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1711. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; TIBETAN ANTELOPE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Based on comments received, we may finalize a rule to list
the Tibetan antelope (Pantholops hodgsonii) as endangered under the
Endangered Species Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice                          04/25/00                    65 FR 24171
NPRM Comment Period End         06/26/00
NPRM                            10/06/03                    68 FR 57646
Hearing requests due            11/20/03                    68 FR 57646
NPRM Comment Period End         01/05/04
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Dr. Michael D. Kreger, Wildlife Biologist, Division of
Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish
and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AF49
_______________________________________________________________________
1712. U.S. PROPOSALS FOR CITES APPENDIX III; CERTAIN TURTLE SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This action would add certain native turtle species to
Appendix III of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered
Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. If adopted, exports of the species
would require CITES documentation from the Service to ensure that
foreign countries accept the shipments. This action is necessary to
monitor the impact of trade on the species in an effort to maintain
healthy populations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/26/00                     65 FR 4217
NPRM Comment Period End         03/13/00                     65 FR 4217
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Marie Maltese, Biologist, Division of Scientific
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: marie--maltese@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AF69
_______________________________________________________________________
1713. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DETERMINATION OF
ENDANGERED STATUS AND DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE GILA CHUB
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We are finalizing endangered status and the designation of
critical habitat for the Gila chub, a fish, in the Gila River Basin of
Arizona, southwestern New Mexico, and Sonora, Mexico.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/09/02                    67 FR 51947
Hearing request due date        09/23/02                    67 FR 51947
NPRM Comment Period End         10/08/02
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/31/05                    70 FR 51732
Public Meeting                  09/13/05
Public Meeting                  09/14/05
Public Meeting                  09/15/05
Second NPRM Comment Period End  09/30/05
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AG16
_______________________________________________________________________
1714. NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM; APPROPRIATE REFUGE USES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668(dd) to 668(ee)
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This policy (FWS Manual) provides a procedure for determining
whether uses other than the six priority wildlife-dependent
recreational uses (hunting, fishing, wildlife observation and
photography, and environmental education and interpretation) are
appropriate on refuges. This policy establishes a process for deciding
when it is appropriate to allow nonpriority uses.
[[Page 64807]]
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Proposed Policy (under 1018-
AG18)                           01/16/01                     66 FR 3673
Comment Period Extended         03/15/01                    66 FR 15136
Comment Period Reopened         05/15/01                    66 FR 26879
Comment Period Reopened         06/21/01                    66 FR 33268
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Additional Information: This RIN previously included policies
concerning mission, goals, and purposes; wildlife-dependent recreation
uses; and wilderness stewardship. These policies have been separated
into distinct actions, each bearing a unique RIN.
Agency Contact: Carol Carson, Refuge Program Specialist, Department of
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North
Fairfax Drive, Suite 670, Arlington, VA 22205
Phone: 703 358-2490
Related RIN: Previously reported as 1018-AG18
RIN: 1018-AG46
_______________________________________________________________________
1715. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF THE
JOHNSTON'S FRANKENIA FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to
remove the Johnston's frankenia from the List of Endangered and
Threatened Plants. This action is based on new information.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            05/22/03                    68 FR 27961
Public Hearing Request Due Date 07/07/03                    68 FR 27961
NPRM Comment Period End         08/20/03
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AH53
_______________________________________________________________________
1716. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF
THE GILA TROUT FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED WITH A SPECIAL RULE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to
reclassify the Gila trout from endangered to threatened, with a special
rule. This action is based on recovery.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            05/11/05                    70 FR 24750
Public Hearing                  06/28/05                    70 FR 24750
Public Hearing                  06/29/05                    70 FR 24750
NPRM Comment Period End         07/15/05
Final Action                    05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AH57
_______________________________________________________________________
1717. IMPORTATION OF EXOTIC WILD BIRDS INTO THE UNITED STATES; ADDING
BLUE-FRONTED AMAZON PARROTS FROM ARGENTINA'S APPROVED SUSTAINABLE USE
MANAGEMENT PLAN TO THE APPROVED LIST OF NON-CAPTIVE BRED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 4901 to 4916
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 15
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would allow the importation into the United States
of parrots removed from the wild in Argentina under an approved
sustainable use management plan. This is the first such plan that, if
approved, would contribute to the goals of the Wild Bird Conservation
Act to promote the conservation of exotic birds through sustainable
use.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/06/03                    68 FR 46559
NPRM Comment Period End         10/06/03                    68 FR 46559
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    03/29/05                    70 FR 15798
NPRM Comment Period End         04/28/05                    70 FR 15798
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    05/24/05                    70 FR 29711
NPRM Comment Period End         07/08/05
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov
Dr. Michael D. Kreger, Wildlife Biologist, Division of Scientific
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AH89
[[Page 64808]]
_______________________________________________________________________
1718. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF TWO
AUSTRALIAN PARAKEETS FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq; 16 USC 4201; PL 99-625
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will make a determination on our proposal to reclassify
the turquoise parakeet (Neophema pulchella) and the scarlet-chested
parakeet (Neophema splendida) from endangered to threatened under the
Endangered Species Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            09/02/03                    68 FR 52169
Public Hearing Request Due Date 10/17/03                    68 FR 52169
NPRM Comment Period End         12/01/03
Final Rule                      12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Dr. Michael D. Kreger, Wildlife Biologist, Division of
Scientific Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish
and Wildlife Service, Room 750, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI04
_______________________________________________________________________
1719. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING AND PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING
HARVEST OF LIGHT GOOSE POPULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j)
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20; 50 CFR 21 subpart E
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule authorizes new methods of take for light goose
hunting under 50 CFR part 20 and revises subpart E of 50 CFR part 21
for the management of overabundant light goose populations. It also
modifies the conservation order that will increase take of such
populations under the authority of this subpart.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/12/01                    66 FR 52077
NPRM Correction                 11/07/01                    66 FR 56266
NPRM Comment Period End         12/11/01                    66 FR 52077
NPRM Correction Comment Period
End                             12/14/01                    66 FR 56266
NPRM Comment Period Extended    12/10/01                    66 FR 63665
NPRM Extended Comment Period End01/25/02
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI07
_______________________________________________________________________
1720. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REGULATIONS FOR MANAGING RESIDENT CANADA
GEESE POPULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j)
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would establish a regulation authorizing State
wildlife agencies to conduct indirect and/or direct population control
management activities on resident Canada geese, including the take of
birds. The intent of this rule is to allow State wildlife management
agencies sufficient flexibility to deal with problems caused by
resident Canada geese and to guide and direct Canada goose population
growth and management activities in the coterminous United States.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/21/03                    68 FR 50496
NPRM Comment Period End         10/20/03                    68 FR 50496
Final Action                    11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI32
_______________________________________________________________________
1721. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; RECLASSIFICATION OF
THE AMERICAN CROCODILE FROM ENDANGERED TO THREATENED
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposed rule to
reclassify the American crocodile from endangered to threatened. This
action is based on the substantial improvement in the species' status
and improved understanding of the species' biology and management
needs. Since its listing in 1975, the population of the American
crocodile in Florida has more than doubled and its distribution has
expanded. Land acquisition has also provided protection for many
important nesting areas.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/24/05                    70 FR 15052
NPRM Comment Period End         05/23/05                    70 FR 15052
Public Hearing Request Due Date 05/09/05                    70 FR 15052
Final Action                    03/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of
[[Page 64809]]
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401
North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI41
_______________________________________________________________________
1722. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; PERMITS FOR FOREIGN
LISTED SPECIES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will issue a policy clarifying the process used for
issuing Endangered Species Act permits for foreign listed species.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice of Proposed Policy       08/18/03                    68 FR 49512
Comment Period End              10/17/03                    68 FR 49512
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Timothy J. Van Norman, Chief, Branch of Permits,
International, Division of Management Authority, Department of the
Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 700, 4401 North
Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2350
Fax: 703 358-2281
Email: tim--vannorman@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI67
_______________________________________________________________________
1723. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SAN DIEGO FAIRY SHRIMP
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We proposed designation of critical habitat for the
endangered San Diego Fairy shrimp, a freshwater crustacean found in
southern California.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            04/22/03                    68 FR 19888
Public Hearing Request Due Date 06/06/03                    68 FR 19888
NPRM Comment Period End         06/23/03
NPRM Comment Period Reopened;
Draft Economic Analysis; Notice
of Public Hearing               04/08/04                    69 FR 18516
Other/Public Hearing            04/29/04                    69 FR 18516
NPRM Comment Period End         05/10/04
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI71
_______________________________________________________________________
1724. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CALIFORNIA GNATCATCHER
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, April 11, 2003, Court order.
Abstract: We plan to finalize critical habitat for the Coastal
California gnatcatcher, a threatened bird found in southern California.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            04/24/03                    68 FR 20228
Public Hearing Request Due Date 06/09/03                    68 FR 20228
NPRM Comment Period End         06/23/03
NPRM Comment Period Reopen,
Draft Econ Analysis Avail,
Public Hearing                  04/08/04                    69 FR 18515
NPRM Comment Period End         05/24/04
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI72
_______________________________________________________________________
1725. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; MILITARY READINESS EXEMPTION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: PL 107-314
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The 2003 Defense Authorization Bill, signed by the President
on December 2, 2002, requires the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to
develop and issue regulations that exempt the Armed Forces from
incidental take of migratory birds during authorized military readiness
activities. The Department of Defense must concur with these
regulations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            06/02/04                    69 FR 31074
NPRM Comment Period End         08/02/04                    69 FR 31074
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
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Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI92
_______________________________________________________________________
1726. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SAN JACINTO VALLEY CROWNSCALE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, October 1, 2005.
Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the San Jacinto Valley
Crownscale. On October 13, 1998, the San Jacinto Valley Crownscale, a
plant species endemic to California, was listed as an endangered
species.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/06/04                    69 FR 59844
Public Hearing Request Due Date 11/22/04                    69 FR 59844
NPRM Comment Period End         12/06/04
Other/NPRM Comment Period
Reopened                        08/31/05                    70 FR 51739
Final Rule                      10/13/05                    70 FR 59951
Final Action Effective          11/14/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AJ11
_______________________________________________________________________
1727. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE SALT
CREEK TIGER BEETLE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2005, Settlement
Agreement.
Abstract: We will list the Salt Creek tiger beetle (Cicindela nevadica
lincolniana) as endangered pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of
1973, as amended (Act). This subspecies is endemic to eastern Nebraska
saline wetlands and associated streams in the northern third of
Lancaster County and southern margin of Saunders County in Nebraska. On
February 1, 2005, this action was proposed under an erroneous RIN
(1018-AE59).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM under 1018-AE59            02/01/05                     70 FR 5101
Public Hearing Request Due Date 03/18/05                     70 FR 5101
NPRM Comment Period End         04/04/05
Final Action under 1018-AJ13    10/06/05                    70 FR 58335
Final Action Effective          11/07/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AT79
RIN: 1018-AJ13
_______________________________________________________________________
1728. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF
MEXICAN BOBCAT FROM LIST OF ENDANGERED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We received a petition to delist the Mexican bobcat (Lynx
rufus escuinapae). We determined as a result of our status review and
our review of the best available scientific information that the
species does not meet the definitions of endangered or threatened in
the ESA (i.e., that delisting is warranted), so we proposed to delist
the Mexican bobcat.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            05/19/05                    70 FR 28895
Public Hearing Request Due Date 07/05/05                    70 FR 28895
NPRM Comment Period End         08/17/05
Final Action                    01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Javier Alvarez, Biologist, Division of Scientific
Authority, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: javier--alvarez@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT31
_______________________________________________________________________
1729. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SAN MIGUEL ISLAND FOX, SANTA ROSA ISLAND FOX,
SANTA CRUZ ISLAND FOX, AND SANTA CATALINA ISLAND FOX
Priority: Other Significant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, November 1, 2005.
Abstract: We proposed critical habitat for four island fox species,
which occur on the Channel Islands off Southern California.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/07/04                    69 FR 60134
NPRM Comment Period End         12/06/04                    69 FR 60134
Final Action                    11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
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Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AI28
RIN: 1018-AT78
_______________________________________________________________________
1730. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA;
SOUTHWESTERN ALASKA COASTAL AREAS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 3101 to 3126
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 242
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We proposed to revise and clarify the jurisdiction of the
Federal Subsistence Management Program in coastal areas in southwestern
Alaska.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/08/04                    69 FR 70940
NPRM Comment Period End         01/24/05
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/29/05                    70 FR 50999
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT81
_______________________________________________________________________
1731. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT
FOR THE ARKANSAS RIVER SHINER
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2004.
Final, Statutory, September 30, 2005.
Final, Judicial, September 30, 2005.
Abstract: We proposed critical habitat for the Arkansas River shiner, a
fish, in portions of the Canadian River in New Mexico, Texas, and
Oklahoma.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/06/04                    69 FR 59859
NPRM Comment Period End         04/30/05
NPRM Comment Period Extended    04/28/05                    70 FR 21987
NPRM Comment Period End         06/17/05                    70 FR 21987
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/01/05                    70 FR 44078
Comment Period End              08/31/05                    70 FR 44078
Final Action                    10/13/05                    70 FR 59808
Final Action Effective          11/14/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT84
_______________________________________________________________________
1732. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE SPREADING NAVARRETIA
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, October 1, 2005.
Abstract: We will designate critical habitat for the spreading
navarettia. On October 13, 1998, the spreading navarretia, a plant
species native to California and Mexico, was listed as a threatened
species.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/07/04                    69 FR 60110
Public Hearing Request Due Date 11/22/04                    69 FR 60110
NPRM Comment Period End         12/06/04
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    08/31/05                    70 FR 51742
NPRM Comment Period End         09/14/05
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT86
_______________________________________________________________________
1733. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATING
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR SOUTHWESTERN WILLOW FLYCATCHER
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, September 30, 2004.
Final, Statutory, September 30, 2005.
Final, Judicial, September 30, 2005.
Abstract: We proposed critical habitat for the Southwestern willow
flycatcher in portions of California, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and
Colorado.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM Under RIN 1018-AI49        10/12/04                    69 FR 60706
NPRM Comment Period Extended
Under RIN 1018-AI49             12/13/04                    69 FR 72161
NPRM Comment Period Extended    03/31/05                    70 FR 16474
Availability of Draft Economic
Analysis and Draft Environmental
Assessment                      04/28/05                    70 FR 21988
Extended Comment Period End     05/31/05                    70 FR 16474
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    07/07/05                    70 FR 39227
NPRM Comment Period End         07/18/05                    70 FR 39227
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
[[Page 64812]]
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Previously reported as 1018-AI49
RIN: 1018-AT88
_______________________________________________________________________
1734. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; CRITICAL HABITAT
FOR WESTERN SNOWY PLOVER
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, December 1, 2004.
Final, Statutory, September 20, 2005.
Final, Judicial, September 20, 2005.
Abstract: We proposed critical habitat for the Western snowy plover in
California and Oregon.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/17/04                    69 FR 75607
Public Hearing Request Due Date 01/31/05
NPRM Comment Period End         02/15/05
Proposed Rule, NOA draft econ
analysis                        08/16/05                    70 FR 48094
NPRM Comment Period End         09/28/05                    70 FR 48094
Final Action                    09/29/05                    70 FR 56970
Final Action Effective          10/31/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT89
_______________________________________________________________________
1735. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; APPROVAL OF TUNGSTEN-IRON-COPPER-NICKEL,
IRON-TUNGSTEN-NICKEL, TUNGSTEN-BRONZE (ADDITIONAL FORMULATION),
TUNGSTEN-TIN-IRON SHOT TYPES/ALLOYS AS NONTOXIC
Priority: Info./Admin./Other. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 40 Stat. 755; 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742a-j; PL
106-108; 113 Stat. 1491; . . .
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We received applications for approval of tungsten-iron-
copper-nickel shot, iron-tungsten-nickel alloy, tungsten-bronze
(additional formulation) shot, and tungsten-tin-iron shot as nontoxic
for waterfowl hunting. We are obligated under regulations at 50 CFR
20.134 to consider all such applications.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM: Tungsten- Iron-Copper-
Nickel Shot; 1018-AU04          01/21/05                     70 FR 3180
ANPRM: Tungsten-Bronze Shot;
1018-AU13                       05/02/05                    70 FR 22624
ANPRM: Iron- Tungsten-Nickel
Alloys; 1018-AU09               05/02/05                    70 FR 22625
ANPRM: Tungsten-Tin-Iron Shot;
1018-AU28                       06/02/05                    70 FR 49541
NPRM for all 4 Shot Types/
Alloys; NOA                     08/24/05                    70 FR 49541
NPRM/NOA for all 4 Shot Types/
Alloys--Comment Period End      09/23/05
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Dr. George T. Allen, Wildlife Biologist, Department of
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North
Fairfax Drive, MS 4107, Arlington, VA 22203-1610
Phone: 703 358-1825
Fax: 703 358-2217
Email: george--t--allen@fws.gov
Related RIN: Previously reported as 1018-AU09, Previously reported as
1018-AU13, Previously reported as 1018-AU28
RIN: 1018-AU04
_______________________________________________________________________
1736. SUBSISTENCE MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS FOR PUBLIC LANDS IN ALASKA,
SUBPART C AND SUBPART D: 2006-2007 SUBSISTENCE TAKING OF FISH AND
SHELLFISH REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 3111
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 242 ; 50 CFR 100
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would establish regulations for fishing seasons,
harvest limits, methods, and means related to taking of fish and
shellfish for subsistence uses during the 2006-07 regulatory year. The
rulemaking is necessary because subpart D is subject to an annual
public review cycle. When final, this rulemaking would replace the fish
and shellfish taking regulations included in the ``Subsistence
Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska, Subpart D 2005-06
Subsistence Taking of Fish and Wildlife Regulations,`` which expire on
March 31, 2006. This rule would also amend the Customary and
Traditional Use Determinations of the Federal Subsistence Board and the
General Regulations related to the taking of fish and shellfish.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/06/05                     70 FR 1216
Final Rule                      03/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: William W. Knauer, Office of Subsistence Management,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
3601 C Street, Suite 1030, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU05
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_______________________________________________________________________
1737. DELISTING THE PREBLE'S MEADOW JUMPING MOUSE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to make a final determination on the proposal to
delist the Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse, removing it from the List of
Endangered Species.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            02/02/05                     70 FR 5404
Final Rule                      02/00/06
Public hearing request due date 03/21/05                     70 FR 5404
NPRM Comment Period End         05/03/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU12
_______________________________________________________________________
1738. NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM; MISSION, GOALS, AND PURPOSES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 666 (dd); 16 USC 666 (ee)
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This policy (FWS Manual) addresses the mission, goals, and
purposes of the National Wildlife Refuge System in the context of the
National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Proposed Policy (Under 1018-
AG46)                           01/16/01                     66 FR 3668
Comment Period Extended         03/15/01                    66 FR 15136
Comment Period Reopened         05/15/01                    66 FR 26879
Comment Period Reopened         06/21/01                    66 FR 33268
Final Action                    01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Carol Carson, Refuge Program Specialist, Department of
the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, 4401 North
Fairfax Drive, Suite 670, Arlington, VA 22205
Phone: 703 358-2490
Related RIN: Split from 1018-AG46
RIN: 1018-AU24
_______________________________________________________________________
1739. NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM; WILDLIFE-DEPENDENT RECREATION
(HUNTING AND FISHING, WILDLIFE OBSERVATION AND PHOTOGRAPHY,
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, AND INTERPRETATION)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668 (dd); 16 USC 668 (ee)
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997
establishes that wildlife-dependent recreational uses (including
hunting and fishing) are priority general public uses and must receive
priority consideration over the general public uses. This policy
describes how we will prioritize these uses. This policy also
establishes new visitor services requirements, essential elements of a
quality program, an additional level of environmental education
programs, and program evaluation methods.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Proposed Policy                 01/16/01                     66 FR 3681
Comment Period Extended         03/15/01                    66 FR 15136
Comment Period Reopened         05/15/01                    66 FR 26879
Comment Period Reopened         06/21/01                    66 FR 33268
Final Action                    01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Tom Reed, National Wildlife Refuge System, Department
of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Division of
Visitor Services, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2243
Email: tom--reed@fws.gov
James W. Kurth, Deputy Chief, National Wildlife Refuge System,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS
670 ARLSQ, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 703 358-1744
Related RIN: Split from 1018-AG46
RIN: 1018-AU25
_______________________________________________________________________
1740. NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM; WILDERNESS STEWARDSHIP
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668 (dd); 16 USC 668 (ee)
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This policy (FWS Manual) modifies existing policy for
implementing the Wilderness Act of 1964 and the Administration Act, as
amended. This policy updates guidance on administrative and public
activities on wilderness within the Refuge System.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Proposed Policy                 01/16/01                     66 FR 3708
Comment Period Extended         03/15/01                    66 FR 15136
Comment Period Reopened         05/15/01                    66 FR 26879
Comment Period Reopened         06/21/01                    66 FR 33268
Final Action                    01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Nancy Roeper, National Wildlife Refuge System,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
Wildlife Resources Branch, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2389
Email: nancy--roeper@fws.gov
Related RIN: Split from 1018-AG46
RIN: 1018-AU27
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_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions
United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1741. IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 1994 AMENDMENTS TO THE MARINE MAMMAL
PROTECTION ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1361 to 1374
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Section 104 of the Marine Mammal Protection Act authorizes
the Director of the Service, acting on behalf of the Secretary of the
Interior, to issue permits for activities otherwise prohibited by the
Act. Regulations will be developed for issuance of permits and the 1994
amendments to the Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AE72
_______________________________________________________________________
1742. TAKING OF MARINE MAMMALS BY LEVEL B HARASSMENT; ISSUANCE OF
GENERAL AUTHORIZATION FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND PERMITS FOR
PHOTOGRAPHY, EDUCATIONAL, AND COMMERCIAL PURPOSES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: PL 103-238; 16 USC 1361 to 1407
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service proposes to issue regulations that would allow us
to authorize harassment but not injury or death of marine mammals under
our jurisdiction, for scientific research and for photography for
educational or commercial purposes. This rule would further implement
the 1994 Amendments to the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Peter Thomas, Chief, Division of Management Authority,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
Room 700, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2095
Email: peter--thomas@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AF26
_______________________________________________________________________
1743. FEDERAL FALCONRY STANDARDS AND FALCONRY PERMITTING
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21.28; 50 CFR 21.29
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We propose changes in the regulations governing the practice
of falconry in the United States. We propose substantial reorganization
of the current regulations, combining 50 CFR 21.28 and 21.29 and
reorganizing the topics in those sections. We will add or change some
provisions in the current regulations. The changes will make it easier
to understand the requirements for falconry and the procedures for
obtaining a falconry permit.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            02/09/05                     70 FR 6978
NPRM Comment Period End         05/10/05                     70 FR 6978
Final Action                    10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AG11
_______________________________________________________________________
1744. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING THE GULF
COAST DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE BROWN PELICAN POPULATION IN THE
SOUTHEASTERN UNITED STATES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to remove the Gulf Coast population of the brown
pelican (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi) from the List of Endangered and
Threatened Species. We propose this action because the available data
indicate that the threats to the species in this range have been
removed or reduced and, as a result, brown pelican breeding levels have
been and continue to be at or above historical levels, and population
numbers and productivity continue to increase.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AG40
_______________________________________________________________________
1745. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE DOLLY
VARDEN AS A THREATENED SPECIES IN WASHINGTON DUE TO SIMILARITY OF
APPEARANCE TO BULL TROUT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Due to the species' similarity of appearance to the bull
trout, we propose to list the Dolly Varden
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(Salvelinus malma) in Washington State as threatened under the
``Similarity of Appearance'' provision of the Endangered Species Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/09/01                     66 FR 1628
Public Hearing Request Due Date 02/23/01                     66 FR 1628
NPRM Comment Period End         03/12/01
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AH68
_______________________________________________________________________
1746. RELEASE OF CAPTIVE-REARED MALLARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742(a) to 742(j)
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We are resuming review of all aspects of regulations
pertaining to the release and harvest of captive-reared mallards.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice of Intent                08/28/01                    66 FR 45274
Comment Period End              09/27/01                    66 FR 45274
Notice of Availability          08/26/03                    68 FR 51231
Comment Period End              12/10/03                    68 FR 51231
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI05
_______________________________________________________________________
1747. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF AND
WITHDRAWAL OF PROPOSED CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE CACTUS FERRUGINOUS PYGMY
OWL
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We proposed a new designation of critical habitat for the
Cactus ferruginous pygmy owl distinct population segment (DPS) found in
Arizona. We now propose to remove this DPS from the Federal list of
Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and withdraw our critical habitat
proposal.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/27/02                    67 FR 71031
Public Hearing                  01/23/03
NPRM Comment Period End         02/23/03
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    02/25/03                     68 FR 8730
NPRM Comment Period End         04/25/03                     68 FR 8730
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    04/28/03                    68 FR 22353
NPRM Comment Period End         06/27/03                    68 FR 22353
NPRM; Proposal to Withdraw      08/03/05                    70 FR 44547
NPRM---Public Meeting           09/07/05                    70 FR 53139
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AU22
RIN: 1018-AI48
_______________________________________________________________________
1748. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; REVISIONS TO GENERAL EXCEPTIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: PL 95-616; 92 Stat 3112 (16 USC 712(2)); PL 106-108
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Under this rule, some public institutions which are now
exempted from permit requirements would be required to obtain permits
in order to possess migratory birds. It would create new exemptions for
State and Federal resource managers and it would establish husbandry
requirements applicable to exempt facilities.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations,
Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State, Federal
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap, Chief, Division of Migratory Bird
Management, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife
Service, Room 634, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI96
_______________________________________________________________________
1749. REVISION OF MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 742a to 742j; PL 106-108
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will revise and update a significant portion of the
regulations governing migratory game bird hunting. This rule will also
use plain language to clarify these regulations.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected:  Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement,
Department
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of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, MS-LE-3000,
4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI98
_______________________________________________________________________
1750. REVISION OF THE REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE TRANSPORT OF EAGLE
FEATHERS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 668a; 16 USC 703 to 712; 16 USC 1531 to 1544
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 22
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will develop regulations that allow the temporary
transport of eagle feathers to and from the United States by Indian
people of Canada and regulations that will streamline the permit
process that allows transport of eagle feathers to and from Canada and
Mexico by members of federally recognized Indian tribes.
Timetable: Next Action Undetermined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal
Agency Contact: Kevin Adams, Chief, Office of Law Enforcement,
Department of the Interior, United States Fish and Wildlife Service,
MS-LE-3000, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-1949
Fax: 703 358-1947
Email: kevin--adams@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AJ00
_______________________________________________________________________
1751. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING THE
EASTERN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE GRAY WOLF
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We are planning to remove the eastern Distinct Population
Segment (DPS) of the gray wolf, consisting of 21 States, from the List
of Endangered and Threatened Species. The reasons for this action are
the following: The achievement of all recovery criteria and completion
of suitable state wolf management plans by Minnesota, Wisconsin, and
Michigan.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           04/01/03                    68 FR 15876
NPRM                            07/21/04                    69 FR 43664
Public Hearing request duedate  09/07/04                    69 FR 43664
NPRM Comment Period End         11/18/04
NPRM and Notice of Public
Hearings                        08/13/04                    69 FR 50147
Public Hearing                  08/31/04                    69 FR 50147
Public Hearing                  09/01/04                    69 FR 50147
Public Hearing                  09/13/04                    69 FR 50147
Public Hearing                  09/14/04                    69 FR 50147
Public Hearing                  09/15/04                    69 FR 50147
Public Hearing                  09/27/04                    69 FR 50147
Public Hearing                  09/28/04                    69 FR 50147
Public Hearing                  09/29/04                    69 FR 50147
NPRM/Notice of Public Hearing   09/29/04                    69 FR 58119
Public Hearing                  10/06/04                    69 FR 50147
Public Hearing                  10/20/04                    69 FR 58119
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AF20
RIN: 1018-AJ03
_______________________________________________________________________
1752. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DELISTING OF THE
WESTERN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE GRAY WOLF
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We plan to remove the western Distinct Population Segment
(DPS) of the gray wolf from the List of Endangered and Threatened
Species. The reason for this action is the following: On the basis of
estimates compiled in December 2002, we conclude that the wolf
population has achieved the required third year of its population
recovery criteria.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           04/01/03                    68 FR 15879
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AF20
RIN: 1018-AJ04
_______________________________________________________________________
1753. INJURIOUS WILDLIFE SPECIES; BOIGA SNAKES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 18 USC 42
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 16
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We will review available economic and biological information
on snakes in the genus Boiga for possible addition to the list of
injurious wildlife under the Lacey Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           09/12/03                    68 FR 53705
ANPRM Comment Period End        11/12/03                    68 FR 53705
NPRM                            12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Erin Williams, Endangered Species, Department of the
Interior, United States Fish and
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Wildlife Service, Mail Stop 322, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington,
VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2034
Email: erin--williams@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT28
_______________________________________________________________________
1754. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; AMENDMENT TO THE
NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION RULE FOR THE MEXICAN GRAY WOLF
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service is exploring a revision to the Mexican gray wolf
nonessential experimental population rule. In 2000, a panel of
scientists recommended a revision to the experimental population rule
after conducting a 3-year review of the program. The Service intends to
allow for the direct release of wolves into an expanded release area,
but still within the area where wolves are currently authorized to
occur. The Service also plans to expand upon the designated recovery
area, allowing for greater management flexibility when a wolf travels
outside of this area.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT36
_______________________________________________________________________
1755. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; AMENDMENT TO
MANATEE PROTECTION AREAS IN FLORIDA (BARGE CANAL EXCEPTION)
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service is planning to make a final determination on the
proposed rule to create an exception to the regulations governing the
Barge Canal manatee refuge in Brevard County, Florida. Under this
exception, parties may apply for authorization to conduct otherwise
prohibited activities in the refuge if they can demonstrate to the
Service that the activity can be pursued in such a manner that manatees
will not be taken.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/10/01                    66 FR 42317
Public Hearings 9/11-13, 2001   08/29/01                    66 FR 45662
Public Hearing                  09/13/01                    66 FR 42317
NPRM Comment Period End         10/09/01
Final Action                    01/07/02                      67 FR 680
NPRM under 1018-AH80            04/16/02                    67 FR 18572
Public Hearing Request Due Date 05/31/02                    67 FR 18572
NPRM Comment Period End         06/17/02
Final Rule --Emergency Rule
Effective Immediately           09/20/02                    67 FR 59408
Final Rule Effective Immediately11/08/02                    67 FR 68449
NPRM                            11/08/02                    67 FR 68449
Final Action                     To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
Related RIN: Previously reported as 1018-AH80
RIN: 1018-AT39
_______________________________________________________________________
1756. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ESTABLISHMENT OF A
NONESSENTIAL EXPERIMENTAL POPULATION FOR THE TOPEKA SHINER
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service is planning to establish a nonessential
experimental population for the Topeka shiner, a fish, in Missouri.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU00
_______________________________________________________________________
1757. PROPOSED RECLASSIFICATION OF THE GRAY BAT FROM ENDANGERED TO
THREATENED
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Service is planning a proposal to reclassify the gray bat
from endangered to threatened.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
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Government Levels Affected: None
URL For More Information:
endangered.fws.gov
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU20
_______________________________________________________________________
1758. PROPOSED RULE TO REMOVE THE ARIZONA DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF
THE CACTUS FERRUGINOUS PYGMY-OWL FROM THE FEDERAL LIST OF ENDANGERED AND
THREATENED WILDLIFE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1533 et seq.
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: NPRM, Judicial, May 2005.
Abstract: Following a court decision remanding the final Agency
decision to list the cactus ferruginous pygmy-owl as endangered, we are
proposing to remove the Arizona distinct population segment of the
cactus ferruginous pygmy-owl from the Federal List of Endangered and
Threatened Wildlife and to remove its associated critical habitat
designation from our regulations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/03/05                    70 FR 44547
NPRM--Public Meeting            09/07/05                    70 FR 53139
Final Action                    12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan, Endangered Species, Branch of Recovery
and Delisting, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, ARL SQ 436, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AI48
RIN: 1018-AU22
_______________________________________________________________________
1759. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REVISIONS TO THE
REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO PERMITS ISSUED UNDER THE ENDANGERED SPECIES
ACT
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 13; 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Presently, Safe Harbor Agreements and Candidate Conservation
Agreements with Assurances only allow incidental take of species. The
Service is proposing to clarify the range of activities permittable
under section 10(a)(1)(A) of the Endangered Species Act. In addition,
the Service is proposing to amend the policies to allow for intentional
take of species in association with Safe Harbor Agreements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM Under 1018-AH93            09/10/03                    68 FR 53327
NPRM Comment Period Reopened
Under 1018-AH93                 02/23/04                     69 FR 8161
1018-AH93 Withdrawn             09/10/04
NPRM                             To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions,
Organizations
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Nancy Green, Biologist, Department of the Interior,
United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Room 430 E, 4401 North Fairfax
Drive, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: nancy--green@fws.gov
Related RIN: Previously reported as 1018-AH93
RIN: 1018-AU29
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions
United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1760. INTERAGENCY GUIDANCE FOR THE PRESCRIPTION OF FISHWAYS PURSUANT TO
SECTION 18 OF THE FEDERAL POWER ACT
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: None
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/31/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Tribal, Federal
Agency Contact: Robin Nims-Elliott
Phone: 703 358-2161
Email: robin--nimselliot@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AH42
_______________________________________________________________________
1761. ADDITION OF THE GREAT WHITE SHARK AND THE CAPE STAG BEETLES TO
APPENDIX III UNDER CITES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/31/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Pat Ford
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: pat--ford@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AH66
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_______________________________________________________________________
1762. PUBLIC NOTICE FOR CITES APPENDIX III LISTING OF SPANISH CEDAR BY
THE GOVERNMENT OF PERU
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 23
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/31/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Pat Ford
Phone: 703 358-1708
Email: pat--ford@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AH99
_______________________________________________________________________
1763. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING AND
DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THREE SNAILS AND ONE AMPHIPOD
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Revised PR, Reopen Comment,
Draft Econ Analysis/Envir
Assessment, Updated CH Legal
Descriptions                    05/04/05                    70 FR 23083
Final Action                    08/09/05                    70 FR 46303
Final Action Effective          09/08/05                    70 FR 46303
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI15
_______________________________________________________________________
1764. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE
SOUTHWEST ALASKAN DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT OF THE NORTHERN SEA OTTER
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    08/09/05                    70 FR 46365
Final Action Effective          09/08/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI44
_______________________________________________________________________
1765. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; EIDERDOWN FROM ICELAND
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/30/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI64
_______________________________________________________________________
1766. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; ENDANGERED STATUS
FOR THE SCIMITAR-HORNED ORYX, ADDAX, AND DAMA GAZELLE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    09/02/05                    70 FR 52319
Final Action Effective          10/03/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Robert Gabel
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: roddy--gabel@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AI82
_______________________________________________________________________
1767. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; REMOVAL OF EGGERT'S
SUNFLOWER FROM THE LIST OF ENDANGERED AND THREATENED SPECIES AND
DETERMINATION THAT DESIGNATION OF CRITICAL HABITAT IS NOT PRUDENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    08/18/05                    70 FR 48482
Final Action Effective          09/19/05                    70 FR 48482
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michelle Morgan
Phone: 703 358-2061
Fax: 703 358-1735
Email: michelle--morgan@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AJ08
_______________________________________________________________________
1768. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE FISH SLOUGH MILK-VETCH
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    06/09/05                    70 FR 33774
Final Action Effective          07/11/05                    70 FR 33774
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AJ09
_______________________________________________________________________
1769. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE MUNZ'S ONION
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    06/07/05                    70 FR 33015
Final Action Effective          07/07/05                    70 FR 33015
[[Page 64820]]
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AJ10
_______________________________________________________________________
1770. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE COASTAL-PUGET SOUND, ST. MARY-BELLY RIVER, AND
JARBIDGE RIVER POPULATION SEGMENTS OF BULL TROUT
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Reopening of Comment Period and
Availability of Draft Economic
Analysis                        05/03/05                    70 FR 22835
Comment Period End              06/02/05                    70 FR 22835
Final Action with 1018-AU31,
Final Critical Habitat          09/26/05                    70 FR 56212
Effective Date--Final Action
with 1018-AU31, final critical
habitat                         10/26/05                    70 FR 56212
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Related to 1018-AU31
RIN: 1018-AJ12
_______________________________________________________________________
1771. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; LISTING THE BOREAL
TOAD
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice of 12-month finding      09/29/05                    70 FR 56880
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT43
_______________________________________________________________________
1772. MARINE MAMMALS: REVISED DEFINITION OF ``AUTHENTIC NATIVE ARTICLES
OF HANDICRAFTS AND CLOTHING''
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 18.3
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    08/17/05                    70 FR 48321
Final Action Effective          09/16/05                    70 FR 48321
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Tribal
Agency Contact: Martin Kodis
Phone: 703 358-5496
Fax: 703 358-1869
Email: martin--kodis@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT48
_______________________________________________________________________
1773. LISTING THE MIAMI BLUE BUTTERFLY AS ENDANGERED; LISTING THE
CASSIUS BLUE, CERAUNUS BLUE, AND NICKERBEAN (AMMON) BLUE BUTTERFLIES AS
THREATENED DUE TO SIMILARITY OF APPEARANCE TO THE MIAMI BLUE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/31/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT51
_______________________________________________________________________
1774. MIGRATORY BIRD PERMITS; FEDERAL FALCONRY STANDARDS; ADDING
CONNECTICUT TO THE LIST OF STATES THAT MEET FEDERAL FALCONRY STANDARDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    06/15/05                    70 FR 34695
Final Action Effective          06/15/05                    70 FR 34695
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT63
_______________________________________________________________________
1775. ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION OF
CRITICAL HABITAT FOR CALIFORNIA TIGER SALAMANDER, CENTRAL POPULATION; 50
CFR 17
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 21.29
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    08/23/05                    70 FR 49379
Final Action Effective          09/22/05                    70 FR 49379
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT68
_______________________________________________________________________
1776. SEASONS, HARVEST LIMITS, METHODS, AND MEANS RELATED TO TAKING OF
WILDLIFE FOR SUBSISTENCE USES DURING 2005-2006 REGULATORY YEAR (SUBPART
D)
Priority: Routine and Frequent
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 100; 36 CFR 100
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    06/22/05                    70 FR 36267
[[Page 64821]]
Final Rule Effective 7/1/2005;
Some Sections Effective Through
6/30/2006                       07/01/05                    70 FR 36267
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: William W. Knauer
Phone: 907 786-3873
Fax: 907 786-3898
Email: bill--knauer@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT70
_______________________________________________________________________
1777. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; 2005-2006 MIGRATORY GAME BIRD HUNTING
REGULATIONS
Priority: Economically Significant. Major under 5 USC 801.
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Prelim Prop. 2005-06 Mig Bird
Hunt Regs: Request for Ind
Tribe/AK Subs. Migr. Bird
Harvest Proposals               04/06/05                    70 FR 17573
NPRM-- Supplemental-- Public
Meetings 6/22-23, 7/27-28       06/24/05                    70 FR 36793
Early Season--Supplemental
Proposals for 2005-06 Mig. Game
Bird Hunting Regs               08/01/05                    70 FR 44200
Prop. Regs on Certain Federal
Indian Reservations and Ceded
Lands for 2005-06               08/05/05                    70 FR 45336
Final Frameworks for Early-
Season Migratory Bird Hunting
Regs                            08/30/05                    70 FR 51521
Final Action Effective--Final
Frameworks for Early-Season
Migratory Bird Hunting Regs     08/30/05                    70 FR 51521
Final Rule--Early Seas./Bag/
Poss. Limits, U.S., AK, HI, PR,
VI                              08/31/05                    70 FR 51946
Final Rule--Certain Federal
Indian Reservations and Ceded
Lands, 2005-06 Early Season     08/31/05                    70 FR 51983
Final Rule Effective--Early
Seas./Bag/Poss. Limits, U.S.,
AK, HI, PR, VI                  09/01/05                    70 FR 51946
Final Rule Effective--Certain
Federal Indian Reservations and
Ceded Lands, 2005-06 Early
Season                          09/01/05                    70 FR 51983
Comment Period End for NPRM for
2005-06 Late-Season Migr. Bird
Hunting Regulations             09/02/05                    70 FR 49068
Final rule--Certain Federal
Indian Reservations and Ceded
Lands, 2005-06 Late Season      09/27/05                    70 FR 56531
Fin. Rule: Correction, Early
Seas./Bag/Poss. Limits, U.S.,
AK, HI, PR, VI                  09/15/05                    70 FR 54483
Effective Date: Fin. Rule
Correction, Early Seas./Bag/
Poss. Limits, U.S., AK, HI, PR,
VI                              09/01/05
Final Rule for 2005-06 --Certain
Spp. Late-Season Migr. Bird
Hunting Regulations             09/23/05                    70 FR 56027
Final Action Effective--Certain
Federal Indian Reservations and
Ceded Lands, 2005-06 Late Season09/24/05                    70 FR 56531
Effective Date: Final Rule for
2005-06 Certain Spp. Late-Season
Migr. Bird Hunting Regulations  09/24/05                    70 FR 56027
Final Frameworks for Late-Season
Migratory Bird Hunting
Regulations                     09/22/05                    70 FR 55665
Effective Date: Final Frameworks
for Late-Season Migratory Bird
Hunting Regulations             09/22/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: Brian Millsap
Phone: 703 358-1714
Email: brian--millsap@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT76
_______________________________________________________________________
1778. LISTING OF 7 FOREIGN BUTTERFLY SPECIES UNDER THE ENDANGERED
SPECIES ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/31/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Patricia S. De Angelis
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: patricia--deangelis@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT83
_______________________________________________________________________
1779. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; APPROVAL OF 62 PERCENT IRON/25 PERCENT
TUNGSTEN/13 PERCENT NICKEL SHOT AS NONTOXIC FOR HUNTING WATERFOWL AND
COOTS
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           05/02/05                    70 FR 22625
NPRM                            05/06/05                    70 FR 23954
Final Rule; Final Envir Assess
and Finding of No Significant
Impact                          08/23/05                    70 FR 49194
Final Action Effective          09/22/05                    70 FR 49194
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: George T. Allen
Phone: 703 358-1825
Fax: 703 358-2217
Email: george--t--allen@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT87
[[Page 64822]]
_______________________________________________________________________
1780. CAPTIVE-BRED WILDLIFE REGULATION: EXCLUDING THE CAPTIVE-BRED
SCIMITAR-HORNED ORYX, ADDAX, AND DAMA GAZELLE FROM ENDANGERED STATUS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17.21
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Rule                      09/02/05                    70 FR 52310
Final Action Effective          10/03/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michael D. Kreger
Phone: 703 358-1708
Fax: 703 358-2276
Email: michael--kreger@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AT95
_______________________________________________________________________
1781. CRITICAL HABITAT DESIGNATION FOR FOUR VERNAL POOL CRUSTACEANS AND
ELEVEN VERNAL POOL PLANTS IN CALIFORNIA AND SOUTHERN OREGON
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    08/11/05                    70 FR 46923
Final Action Effective          09/12/05                    70 FR 46923
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Previously reported as 1018-AI26
RIN: 1018-AU06
_______________________________________________________________________
1782. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; BLANKET APPROVAL OF IRON/TUNGSTEN/NICKEL
SHOT AS NONTOXIC FOR HUNTING WATERFOWL AND COOTS
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           05/02/05                    70 FR 22625
NPRM; NOA                       08/24/05                    70 FR 49541
Withdrawn; Combined With 1018-
AU04                            09/24/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: George T. Allen
Phone: 703 358-1825
Fax: 703 358-2217
Email: george--t--allen@fws.gov
Related RIN: Merged with 1018-AU04
RIN: 1018-AU09
_______________________________________________________________________
1783. AMENDMENT OF LOWER ST. JOHNS RIVER MANATEE REFUGE IN FLORIDA
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    04/28/05                    70 FR 21967
Final Action Effective          04/28/05                    70 FR 21967
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State
Agency Contact: David Hankla
Phone: 904 232-2580
Fax: 940 232-2404
Email: manatee@fws.gov
Related RIN: Previously reported as 1018-AJ06
RIN: 1018-AU10
_______________________________________________________________________
1784. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; APPROVAL OF TUNGSTEN-BRONZE (TUNGSTEN-
COPPER-TIN-IRON) SHOT AS NONTOXIC FOR HUNTING WATERFOWL AND COOTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           05/02/05                    70 FR 22624
NPRM; NOA                       08/24/05                    70 FR 49541
Merged With 1018-AU04           09/24/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: George T. Allen
Phone: 703 358-1825
Fax: 703 358-2217
Email: george--t--allen@fws.gov
Related RIN: Merged with 1018-AU04
RIN: 1018-AU13
_______________________________________________________________________
1785. 2005-2006 REFUGE-SPECIFIC HUNTING AND SPORT FISHING REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 32
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            07/12/05                    70 FR 40108
Final Action                    09/13/05                    70 FR 54145
Final Action Effective          09/13/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Leslie Marler
Phone: 703 358-2397
Email: leslie--marler@fws.gov
RIN: 1018-AU14
_______________________________________________________________________
1786. MIGRATORY BIRD HUNTING; APPROVAL OF 58 PERCENT TUNGSTEN/34 PERCENT
TIN/4 PERCENT IRON SHOT AS NONTOXIC FOR HUNTING WATERFOWL AND COOTS
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 20
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           06/02/05                    70 FR 32282
NPRM                            08/24/05                    70 FR 49541
Merged With 1018-AU04           09/24/05                    70 FR 49541
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State, Tribal
Agency Contact: George T. Allen
Phone: 703 358-1825
Fax: 703 358-2217
Email: george--t--allen@fws.gov
Related RIN: Merged with 1018-AU04
RIN: 1018-AU28
[[Page 64823]]
_______________________________________________________________________
1787. [bull] ENDANGERED AND THREATENED WILDLIFE AND PLANTS; DESIGNATION
OF CRITICAL HABITAT FOR THE COLUMBIA-KLAMATH DISTINCT POPULATION SEGMENT
OF THE BULL TROUT
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1531 et seq
CFR Citation: 50 CFR 17
Legal Deadline: Final, Judicial, September 15, 2005.
Abstract: We designate critical habitat for the Columbia-Klamath
distinct population segment of the Bull trout.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM Under 1018-AI52            11/29/02                    67 FR 71235
NPRM Comment Period Reopened
Under 1018-AI52                 02/11/03                     68 FR 6863
NPRM Comment Period Reopen/NOA
for Draft Economic Analysis
Under 1018-AI52                 04/05/04                    69 FR 17634
Final Action Under 1018-AI52    10/06/04                    69 FR 59996
NPRM and Final Rule Comment
Period Reopened                 05/25/05                    70 FR 29998
Comment Period Reopened for NPRM
and Final Rule; Clarification   06/06/05                    70 FR 32732
Final Action With 1018-AJ12,
Final Critical Habitat          09/26/05                    70 FR 56212
Effective Date--Final Action
With 1018-AJ12, Final Critical
Habitat                         10/26/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Energy Effects:  Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by
Executive Order 13211.
Agency Contact: Marjorie Nelson, Chief, Branch of Listing, Endangered
Species Program, Department of the Interior, United States Fish and
Wildlife Service, Room 435, 4401 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA
22203
Phone: 703 358-2105
Fax: 703 358-2434
Email: marjorie--nelson@fws.gov
Related RIN: Previously reported as 1018-AI52, Related to 1018-AJ12
RIN: 1018-AU31
BILLING CODE 4310--55--S
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage
National Park Service (NPS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1788. GATEWAY NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 9a
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.29
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AC95
_______________________________________________________________________
1789. CURECANTI RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 9a
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.51
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Final Rule                      10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AC99
_______________________________________________________________________
1790. REVISIONS TO RIGHT-OF-WAY REGULATIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 462k
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 14
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will revise existing regulations relating to the
issuance of right-of-way permits across lands and waters under National
Park Service administration. The current regulations are outdated. The
new regulations will provide a process for the review, consideration,
and approval or denial of requests for rights-of-way.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD16
[[Page 64824]]
_______________________________________________________________________
1791. COST RECOVERY FOR SPECIAL PARK USES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1; 16 USC 462k; 16 USC 9a
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The National Park Service issues special use permits for
activities such as special events, commercial photography, and utility
rights-of-way in areas of the National Park System. Processing these
permit requests is costly, but the NPS has not instituted a system for
cost recovery, as is authorized by law. This rule will establish a
procedure to enable the NPS to recover its costs from the permit
beneficiaries.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD18
_______________________________________________________________________
1792. HISTORIC PRESERVATION CERTIFICATIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 4702
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 67
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would amend 36 CFR part 67, which governs the
certification of historic structures to receive Federal income tax
incentives. This action is necessary so that the rule will more
accurately reflect the management structure of the program, clarify the
applicable standards of rehabilitation, and more rationally allocate
the apportionment of the application fees.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Bryan Mitchell, Department of the Interior, National
Park Service, NC330, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 354-2078
Fax: 202 371-5197
Email: bryan--mitchell@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD24
_______________________________________________________________________
1793. VESSEL MANAGEMENT IN GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 410hh-4
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 13.65
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would modify quotas and operating requirements for
four types of motorized watercraft in Glacier Bay National Park and
Preserve. The rulemaking is necessary so that the National Park Service
may more efficiently manage motorized watercraft use and protect park
resources.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD25
_______________________________________________________________________
1794. MAKING PICTURES, TELEVISION PRODUCTIONS OR SOUND TRACKS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 5
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would revise the filming regulations in 43 CFR part
5 and 36 CFR part 5 to implement Public Law 106-206 (May 26, 2000) by:
(1) Establishing a reasonable fee for commercial filming activities and
similar projects; (2) establishing uniform guidelines for commercial
filming permit programs in agencies of the Department of the Interior
and the Department of Agriculture; and (3) implementing requirements
that agencies respond to applicants for commercial filming or still
photography permits in a timely manner.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD30
_______________________________________________________________________
1795. DISPOSITION OF CULTURALLY IDENTIFIABLE HUMAN REMAINS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 10.11
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would establish procedures for the disposition of
culturally identifiable human remains in the possession or control of
museums or Federal agencies.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Tim McKeown, National NAGPRA Program officer,
Department of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW.,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 354-2206
Email: tim--mckeown@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD31
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_______________________________________________________________________
1796. SPECIAL REGULATION FOR DRY TORTUGAS PARK
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 16 USC 462k
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.27
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would implement changes made by PL 102-525. This
includes name changes, protection of fisheries and the activities in
the research natural area, and protection of shipwrecks. This rule will
divide the park into four separate use zones; establish a zone as a
research natural area (RNA); and regulate the use by permit, requiring
the use of mooring buoys, and regulating the taking of fish species.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD32
_______________________________________________________________________
1797. [bull] BACKCOUNTRY USE RESTRICTIONS AT WUPATKI NATIONAL MONUMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.94
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will help NPS better manage backcountry areas to
protect cultural and natural resources in Wupatki National Monument
(NM). It is necessary because of repeated acts of vandalism, including
destruction of petroglyph panels, collecting of cultural and natural
objects for souvenirs, inappropriate disposal of human waste, off-trail
hiking, and littering. These actions have caused severe damage to
fragile park resources park. Access to these areas would be restricted
and permitted only for research, traditional cultural activities, or
other well-justified special uses approved by the park superintendent.
The need for this rule has been documented in the recently approved
General Management Plan (GMP) for Wupatki NM. If the rule is not
enacted, this damage will continue and potentially lead to impairment
of park resources. The area is currently under an emergency closure.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD33
_______________________________________________________________________
1798. [bull] ST. CROIX NATIONAL SCENIC RIVER VESSEL SPEED LIMITS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.9
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would establish vessel speed limits and other water
surface use restrictions as recommended in the lower St. Croix
Cooperative management plan (2002). This rule would affect only waters
in the NPS-managed zone of the River form the north city limits of
Stillwater MN to Xcel Hydorelectirc Dam at St. Croix Falls, WI.
Increase in use of this section of the river has led to visitor use
conflicts and resource damage. This rule would encourage safe water
use, manage visitor conflicts, and mitigate shoreline damage caused by
vessel wakes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD34
_______________________________________________________________________
1799. [bull] OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK SPECIAL REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.28
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would make updates to the park's special
regulations relating to fishing, protection of forest lands within the
park, and conversion of longstanding closures and public use limits
into special regulations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD35
_______________________________________________________________________
1800. [bull] ST. CROIX NATIONAL SCENIC RIVER VESSEL SPEED LIMITS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would establish vessel speed limits and other water
surface use restrictions as recommended in the lower St. Croix
Cooperative management plan (2002). This rule would affect only waters
in the NPS-managed zone of the River form the north city limits of
Stillwater MN to Xcel Hydorelectirc Dam at St. Croix Falls, WI.
Increase in use of this
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section of the river has led to visitor use conflicts and resource
damage. This rule would encourage safe water use, manage visitor
conflicts, and mitigate shoreline damage caused by vessel wakes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD36
_______________________________________________________________________
1801. [bull] VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK - SPECIAL REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Prior to the establishment of Voyageurs National Park and
continuing through today the use of motorized boats have been allowed
on a limited number of interior lakes (approx 6) that are not road
accessible. Snowmobile use on these same lakes is permitted through
special regulations. Current regulations prohibit motorboat use on
lakes not accessible by a road and therefore a special regulation is
needed to allow motor boat use to continue.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD37
_______________________________________________________________________
1802. [bull] NATIONAL PARK SYSTEM UNITS IN ALASKA
Priority: Other Significant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The special regulations for Alaska, 36 CFR Part 13, were
first adopted in 1981 as ``interim guidance''. While individual
sections of Part 13 have been amended and new sections added since
1981, there had been no comprehensive effort to revise the general and
park specific Part 13 regulations until a final rule was published on
January 3, 2005. That was Phase I of a comprehensive revision, and this
proposed rule is Phase II of the process. Phase II covers a variety of
diverse actions such as subsistence use of timber, seaweed collection
in Glacier Bay NP, Alsek River management issues, OHV use in Dry Bay,
fishing closure at Brooks Camp, managing camping and trail use at Kenai
Fjords NP, updating definitions, prohibiting motorized vehicles to herd
wildlife, and establishing wildlife viewing distances in several park
areas. NPS has committed to seek special regulations in areas where
they would be appropriate for the effective management of park areas.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD38
_______________________________________________________________________
1803. [bull] NATIONAL CAPITOL REGION--PARKING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would amend the national Capital Region's special
regulations regarding violations for illegally parked vehicles. The
amendment will add a provision addressing parking violations when the
vehicle's driver is absent. Absence of a provision of this type in the
current regulations has resulted in the dismissal of citations and
increasing numbers of parking violations. The amendment would create a
rebuttable prima facie presumption that the registered owner of an
illegally parked vehicle was the person who committed the violation.
This is similar to the parking laws of many jurisdictions.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD40
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_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage
National Park Service (NPS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1804. PICTURED ROCKS NATIONAL LAKESHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 9a
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.32
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rulemaking would allow personal watercraft use
in designated areas of the park. The rulemaking is necessary because
the regulations that currently allow personal watercraft use in units
of the National Park System expired on April 22, 2002.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/15/04                    69 FR 65556
Final Rule                      10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AC93
_______________________________________________________________________
1805. NATIVE AMERICAN GRAVES PROTECTION AND REPATRIATION ACT; FUTURE
APPLICABILITY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 3001 et seq
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 10.13
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule relates to one section of the regulations
that implement the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation
Act (NAGPRA). This section will clarify the applicability of NAGPRA to
museums and Federal agencies following the statutory deadlines for
completion of summaries and inventories.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/20/04                    69 FR 61613
Final Rule                      10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: John Robbins, Assistant Director, Cultural Resources,
Department of the Interior, National Park Service, NC340, 1849 C Street
NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 343-3388
Fax: 202 343-5260
Email: john--robbins@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD05
_______________________________________________________________________
1806. BOATING AND WATER USE ACTIVITIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 3
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 3
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This part was last updated comprehensively in the early
1980s. This regulation will help to address new and emerging
technology, clarify some regulations for the benefit of the public and
enforcement staff, implement changes to reduce safety concerns, and
make NPS regulations more consistent with State regulations in order to
reduce confusion with the public.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/26/03                    68 FR 51207
NPRM Comment Period End         12/24/03
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD07
_______________________________________________________________________
1807. NATIVE AMERICAN HANDICRAFTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 5964
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 51
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would implement section 416 of the National Parks
Omnibus Management Act of 1998, which encourages promotion of the sale
of authentic United States Indian, Alaska native, Native Samoan, and
Native Hawaiian handicrafts in units of the National Park System.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/25/04                    69 FR 15286
Final Action                    11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jo A. Pendry, Concessions Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1201 I Street NW., Washington,
DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7156
Fax: 202 219-1173
RIN: 1024-AD20
_______________________________________________________________________
1808. GULF ISLANDS NATIONAL SEASHORE: PERSONAL WATERCRAFT USE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 462(k)
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.12
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would allow personal watercraft use in designated
areas of the park. The rule is necessary because the regulations that
currently allow personal watercraft use in units of the National Park
System expired on April 22, 2002.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/17/05                    70 FR 12988
Final Rule                      10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case, Regulatory Program Manager, Department
of the Interior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW., Room 7241
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD21
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_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions
National Park Service (NPS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1809. COMMERCIAL USE AUTHORIZATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 52
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/01/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jo A. Pendry
Phone: 202 513-7156
Fax: 202 219-1173
RIN: 1024-AC85
_______________________________________________________________________
1810. FIRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.20
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Rule                      07/06/05                    70 FR 38759
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AC94
_______________________________________________________________________
1811. BIGHORN CANYON NATIONAL RECREATION AREA; PERSONAL WATERCRAFT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.92
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Rule                      06/01/05                    70 FR 31345
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AC96
_______________________________________________________________________
1812. APOSTLE ISLANDS; SNOWMOBILES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 36 CFR 7.82
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    04/01/05                    70 FR 16712
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jerry L. Case
Phone: 202 208-4206
Email: jerry--case@nps.gov
RIN: 1024-AD26
BILLING CODE 4310--70--S
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)
_______________________________________________________________________
1813. INDIAN ELECTRIC POWER UTILITIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 385
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 175
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule contains procedures governing the operation of BIA-
owned power utilities. BIA is revising this rule to incorporate new
procedures on billing and collection of government debt. Once these
changes are made, BIA will publish a new proposed rule for public
comment.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            06/07/96                    61 FR 29040
NPRM Comment Period End         08/06/96
NPRM                            06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: John Anevski, Civil Engineer, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 4655 MIB,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-5480
RIN: 1076-AD45
_______________________________________________________________________
1814. TRIBAL REVENUE ALLOCATION PLANS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 290
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Secretary of the Interior is responsible for reviewing
tribal plans for allocating revenues from gaming activities. The
Secretary must determine whether the proposed rule is sufficient to
promote tribal economic development and fund essential tribal programs,
benefits, and services. BIA plans to revise the regulations in part 290
to include additional criteria to assist the Secretary in making this
determination.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: George Skibine, Director, Indian Gaming Management
Staff, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, MS 2070
MIB, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 219-4066
RIN: 1076-AE24
_______________________________________________________________________
1815. INDIAN COUNTRY LAW ENFORCEMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 2802
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 12
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: BIA plans to amend its regulation governing law enforcement
in Indian country by revising section 12.4 of subpart A and by adding
new section 12.24 to subpart C to allow tribal law enforcement
officials to travel outside Indian country to respond to incidents in
another area and to
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transport evidence to and from locations in Indian country.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, Tribal
Agency Contact: Peter Maybee, Division of Law Enforcement, Department
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 4550
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-5787
Fax: 202 208-6170
RIN: 1076-AE35
_______________________________________________________________________
1816. PROCLAMATION OF RESERVATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 467
CFR Citation: None
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will define the procedures and criteria to be used
for issuance of reservation proclamations by the Secretary of the
Interior.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kathy Nunan, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-3615
Fax: 202 219-1065
RIN: 1076-AE40
_______________________________________________________________________
1817. USE OR DISTRIBUTION OF INDIAN JUDGMENT FUNDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 1401 et seq
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 87
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will update the existing provisions to reflect the
changes to the Indian Judgment Funds Distribution Act that were made in
1992 by Public Law 102-572.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            09/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW.,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7626
Fax: 202 219-2327
RIN: 1076-AE43
_______________________________________________________________________
1818. STANDARDS FOR APPROVING TRIBAL PER CAPITA DISTRIBUTIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 117c
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 111
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will provide standards for the review and approval
of tribal requests for the authority to make per capita distributions
from tribal funds held in trust by the Secretary of the Interior under
Public Law 98-164, 25 U.S.C. 117a and 117b.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW.,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7626
Fax: 202 219-2327
RIN: 1076-AE45
_______________________________________________________________________
1819. APPEALS FROM ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 9
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 2
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will: (1) Clarify who has a right to file and
appeal; (2) provide firm deadlines for filing appeals and responses;
(3) provide options to appellants if BIA delays making a decision on an
appeal; and (4) provide an expedited process for certain classes of
appeals.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Cathy Wilson, Supervisory Water Rights Specialist,
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 400 North 5th
Street, 13th Floor POB 10, MS 420 Two Arizona Center, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone: 602 379-6789
Fax: 602 379-6835
RIN: 1076-AE48
_______________________________________________________________________
1820. UNCLAIMED MONEYS/WHEREABOUTS UNKNOWN
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 116
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will create one account in the Department to hold
Individual Indian Moneys funds of any account holders who cannot be
located. It will explain the actions the Department will take to
determine the current address of an account holder whose whereabouts
are unknown. It will set forth an account holder's duty to inform the
Department of a current address. It will authorize the holder of an IIM
account whose funds have been transferred to the Unknown Moneys account
to make a claim for the transferred funds at any time.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
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Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE55
_______________________________________________________________________
1821. GRAZING PERMITS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 166
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend the procedures the BIA uses to approve,
grant, and administer permits for grazing on tribal land, individually
owned Indian land, and Government land.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE57
_______________________________________________________________________
1822. PROBATE OF INDIAN ESTATES, EXCEPT FOR MEMBERS OF THE FIVE
CIVILIZED TRIBES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 36 Stat 856, as amended; Secs. 1,2, 36 Stat 855, as
amended
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 15
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend the procedures that the Secretary
follows to initiate the probate of the trust estate of a deceased
individual Indian who owned trust or restricted property.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE59
_______________________________________________________________________
1823. LEASING OF CERTAIN LANDS IN WIND RIVER INDIAN RESERVATION,
WYOMING: OIL AND GAS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 39 Stat 519
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 227
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend procedures for entering into oil and gas
leases on Wind River Indian Reservation, Wyoming.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE61
_______________________________________________________________________
1824. LEASING OF OSAGE RESERVATION LANDS FOR OIL AND GAS MINING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 34 Stat 543
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 226
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend procedures on Osage Reservation lands
for entering into oil and gas mining leases, operations oversight,
cessation of mining operations, lessee requirements, penalties and
appeals regarding adverse decisions.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE62
_______________________________________________________________________
1825. SURFACE EXPLORATION, MINING, AND RECLAMATION OF LANDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 34 Stat 539
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 216
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend procedures to ensure adequate measures
are taken to avoid, minimize, or correct damage to the environment -
land, water, and air - and to avoid, minimize, or correct hazards to
the public health and safety due to surface exploration, mining, and
reclamation of lands.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE63
_______________________________________________________________________
1826. LEAD AND ZINC MINING OPERATIONS AND LEASES, QUAPAW AGENCY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 41 Stat 1248; 50 Stat 68
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 215
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend procedures for administering lead and
zinc mining by the Quapaw Agency, Oklahoma.
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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE64
_______________________________________________________________________
1827. LEASING OF OSAGE RESERVATION LANDS, OKLAHOMA: MINING--EXCEPT OIL
AND GAS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 34 Stat 543
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 214
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend procedures for administering mining
laws, except for oil and gas, on the Osage Reservation, Oklahoma, to
include operations, rental fees and obligations, use of surface lands
and homesteads in environmentally responsible manner, and reports and
forfeiture processes.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE65
_______________________________________________________________________
1828. LEASING OF RESTRICTED LANDS OF MEMBERS OF THE FIVE CIVILIZED
TRIBES, OKLAHOMA: MINING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 35 Stat 312
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 213
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend procedures to acquire leases, establish
rent and royalty rates, ensure environmentally sound operations, and
remove restrictions against alienation on Indian lands.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE66
_______________________________________________________________________
1829. LEASING OF ALLOTTED LANDS FOR MINERAL DEVELOPMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 396
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 212
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend administrative procedures for the
development of individual Indian oil and gas, geothermal, and solid
mineral resources.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE67
_______________________________________________________________________
1830. LEASING OF TRIBAL LANDS FOR MINERAL DEVELOPMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 396; 52 Stat 347; 70 Stat 774
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 211
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend procedures utilized by the Secretary to
ensure that Indian mineral owners desiring to have their resources
developed are afforded the maximum protection of such resources
enabling them to realize the best economic interest that minimizes
adverse environmental and cultural impacts based on such development.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE68
_______________________________________________________________________
1831. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: COAL LEASES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 200
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend regulatory language to reference the
applicability of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of
1977.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE69
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_______________________________________________________________________
1832. PROBATE OF INDIAN ESTATES--APPEALS TO THE OFFICE OF HEARINGS AND
APPEALS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 36 Stat 855 to 856, as amended
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 4
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will establish procedures to appeal Indian probate
matters to the Office of Hearings and Appeals
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE71
_______________________________________________________________________
1833. LEASES AND PERMITS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 162
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will establish procedures for entering into
business leases on Indian and government lands.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE73
_______________________________________________________________________
1834. [bull] INDIAN COUNTRY DETENTION FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Unfunded Mandates: This action may affect the private sector under PL
104-4.
Legal Authority: 25 USC 2801
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 10
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Bureau of Indian Affairs is amending its regulations to
make clear the Bureau's intent and policy regarding detention centers
in Indian country throughout the United States. This action will affect
Federal officers who engage in activities throughout the country;
therefore, the information must be widely disseminated and universally
recognized, a regulatory amendment is the beast action for the Bureau
to accomplish these goals.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Peter Maybee, Division of Law Enforcement, Department
of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 4550
MIB, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-5787
Fax: 202 208-6170
RIN: 1076-AE75
_______________________________________________________________________
1835. [bull] PREFERENCE IN EMPLOYMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 8336; 25 USC 43; 25 USC 44
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 5
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Bureau of Indian Affairs is proposing to revise the
preference in employment regulations by clarifying the application of
Indian preference within the Bureau of Indian Affairs and other
organizations within the Department of the Interior. This revision will
be consistent with the regulation for the application of Indian
preference for the Indian health Service found at 43 CFR 136.41.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Charles E. Breece, Deputy Director, Department of the
Interior, 801 N. Quincy Street, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22203
Phone: 703 235-3810
Elizabeth Colliflower, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian
Affairs, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7612
Fax: 202 208-5113
RIN: 1076-AE76
_______________________________________________________________________
1836. [bull] REVISION OF THE MEMBERSHIP ROLL OF THE EASTERN BAND OF
CHEROKEE OF NORTH CAROLINA
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 71 Stat 374, Sec 2
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 75
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians has asked that the
regulations in part 75 be removed because the Federal government is not
involved in the tribe's enrollment process. The enrollment applications
are filed with the Tribal Enrollment Office, the Tribal Enrollment
Committee determines an applicant's eligibility, and the Tribal Council
decides any appeals concerning adverse determinations made by the
Tribal Enrollment Committee.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW.,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7626
Fax: 202 219-2327
Elizabeth Colliflower, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian
Affairs, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7612
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Fax: 202 208-5113
RIN: 1076-AE77
_______________________________________________________________________
1837. [bull] MANAGEMENT OF TRIBAL ASSETS OF THE UTE INDIAN TRIBE
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 25 USC 677; 5 USC 301
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 217
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will be a technical, administrative change to
clarify the entire subchapter regarding energy and minerals.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE78
_______________________________________________________________________
1838. [bull] OIL AND GAS, GEOTHERMAL, AND SOLID MINERALS AGREEMENTS
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 2101 to 2108; 25 USC 9
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 225
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will be a technical, administrative change to
clarify the entire subchapter regarding energy and minerals.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Michele Singer, Special Assistant to the Special
Trustee for American Indians, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE79
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)
_______________________________________________________________________
1839. IRRIGATION PROJECTS AND SYSTEMS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 385
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 171
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: BIA is revising this rule to incorporate new procedures on
billing and collection of Government debt. Once these changes are made,
BIA will publish a new proposed rule for public comment.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            07/05/96                    61 FR 35167
NPRM Comment Period End         09/03/96
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: John Anevski, Civil Engineer, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 4655 MIB,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-5480
RIN: 1076-AD44
_______________________________________________________________________
1840. ALASKA RESUPPLY OPERATION
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: R.S. 465
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 142
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule makes technical revisions to reflect terms
now in common usage, e.g., ``Regional Director'' and ``Traffic
Manager.'' A new section refers to the application of Indian preference
in hiring pursuant to the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 (25 USC
479).
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            08/03/00                    65 FR 47704
NPRM Comment Period End         10/02/00
Final Action                    05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Duncan Brown, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 7229 MIB 1849 C Street NW.,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-4582
Fax: 202 219-2100
Email: duncan--l--brown@ios.doi.gov
RIN: 1076-AE04
_______________________________________________________________________
1841. LEASES AND PERMITS ON INDIAN TRUST AND RESTRICTED LANDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 635
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 162
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: BIA plans to amend its regulations governing leasing of
Indian trust and restricted lands by revising subpart A and by adding
subpart C and D covering residential leases and business leases on
trust and restricted land.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            02/10/04                     69 FR 6500
NPRM Comment Period End         05/10/04
Final Action                    02/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Kayla Danks, Real Estate Services, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., MS 4639-MIB,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-3615
Fax: 202 219-1065
RIN: 1076-AE36
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_______________________________________________________________________
1842. REINDEER IN ALASKA
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 500
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 243
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will codify procedures for processing requests for
reindeer by non-native Alaskans.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/11/04                    69 FR 11784
NPRM Comment Period End         06/09/04
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kathy Nunan, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-3615
Fax: 202 219-1065
RIN: 1076-AE37
_______________________________________________________________________
1843. PREPARATION OF ROLLS OF INDIANS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 2; 25 USC 9; 5 USC 301
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 61
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will add the enrollment eligibility criteria for
individuals who apply to share in the distribution of Western Shoshone
Judgment funds. It will also set forth the method for establishing an
application deadline date.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            05/19/05                    70 FR 28859
Comment Period End              07/18/05
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW.,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7626
Fax: 202 219-2327
RIN: 1076-AE44
_______________________________________________________________________
1844. HOME-LIVING PROGRAMS AND SCHOOL CLOSURE AND CONSOLIDATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: PL 107-110
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 36; 25 CFR 48
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: As required by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, the
Secretary of the Interior has developed proposed regulations using
negotiated rulemaking that address home-living programs and school
closure and consolidation. The provisions covering home-living
situations address home-living staffing, programs, and privacy. The
closure and consolidation portion of the rule contains procedures for
closing, consolidating, or substantially curtailing a school.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            07/12/04                    69 FR 41770
NPRM Comment Period End         11/09/04
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Catherine Freels, Designated Federal Official,
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 500 Gold Ave.
SW., Room 7202, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Phone: 505 248-7240
RIN: 1076-AE51
_______________________________________________________________________
1845. [bull] DEPOSIT OF PROCEEDS FROM LANDS WITHDRAWN FOR NATIVE
SELECTION
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1601 et seq
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 124
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule makes address and name changes to the regulations
governing proceeds from contracts, leases, permits, and rights of way
or easements pertaining to public lands withdrawn for Native selection
under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lorie Curtis, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Indian Affairs, 4400 Masthead Street NE., Albuquerque, NM 87109
Phone: 505 816-1203
RIN: 1076-AE74
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)
_______________________________________________________________________
1846. CERTIFICATES OF DEGREE OF INDIAN BLOOD
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 9
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 70
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will codify procedures for processing certificates
of degree of Indian blood.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            04/18/00                    65 FR 20775
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/20/00                    65 FR 38228
NPRM Comment Period End         07/17/00
NPRM Comment Period Extended    08/16/00
NPRM Comment Period Extended    06/25/01                    66 FR 33654
[[Page 64835]]
NPRM Comment Period End         12/31/01
NPRM                            10/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Daisy West, Tribal Relations Officer, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Room 4603 MIB, 1849 C Street NW.,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 513-7626
Fax: 202 219-2327
RIN: 1076-AD97
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions
Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)
_______________________________________________________________________
1847. LOAN GUARANTY, INSURANCE, AND INTEREST SUBSIDY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 103
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/01/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: David B. Johnson
Phone: 202 208-3026
RIN: 1076-AE42
_______________________________________________________________________
1848. NAVAJO PARTITIONED LANDS GRAZING PERMITS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 161
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    10/07/05                    70 FR 58881
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: James Orwin
Phone: 202 208-6464
Fax: 202 219-0006
RIN: 1076-AE46
_______________________________________________________________________
1849. WINNEMUCCA COURT OF INDIAN OFFENSES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 11
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    03/29/05                    70 FR 15759
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Ralph Gonzales
Phone: 202 513-7629
RIN: 1076-AE52
_______________________________________________________________________
1850. TRUST FUNDS FOR TRIBES AND INDIVIDUAL INDIANS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 115
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/15/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE56
_______________________________________________________________________
1851. RIGHTS-OF-WAY OVER INDIAN LANDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 169
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/15/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE58
_______________________________________________________________________
1852. ENHANCEMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 260
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/15/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE60
_______________________________________________________________________
1853. LAND RECORDS AND TITLE DOCUMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 150
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/15/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE70
_______________________________________________________________________
1854. GENERAL FORESTRY REGULATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 163
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Withdrawn                       08/15/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Local, Tribal
Agency Contact: Michele Singer
Phone: 202 273-4680
RIN: 1076-AE72
BILLING CODE 4310--02--S
[[Page 64836]]
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                          Prerule Stage
Minerals Management Service (MMS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1855. REQUIREMENTS FOR MATERIAL, PERSONNEL AND PIPE HANDLING OPERATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250.108
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: MMS is seeking comments on various approaches to regulating
operations involving the movement of material, personnel, and pipe on
the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) facilities. MMS is examining several
regulatory approaches because material, personnel, and pipe handling
incidents continue to occur on the OCS on a regular basis. Responses to
this request will help MMS establish an appropriate regulatory approach
for improving the safety of these operations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Joseph Levine, Chief, Operations Analysis Branch,
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 4024, 381
Eldon Street, Herndon, VA 20170-4817
Phone: 703 787-1032
Email: rules.comments@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD14
_______________________________________________________________________
1856. SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: MMS is seeking comments on regulatory options for the
development of safety and environmental management systems (SEMS) for
operations conducted on the Outer Continental Shelf under MMS
jurisdiction. The options range from voluntary implementation to
establishment of a 12-element program. MMS believes that effective use
of SEMS would improve safety and environmental performance on the OCS.
Comments on the options will help MMS determine the best approach for
integrating SEMS into its regulatory program.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: Local
Agency Contact: Bud Danenberger, Department of the Interior, Minerals
Management Service, 381 Eldon Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1598
RIN: 1010-AD15
_______________________________________________________________________
1857. [bull] REDUCTION IN OIL AND GAS ROYALTY RATES IN THE OUTER
CONTINENTAL SHELF UNDER THE DEEP WATER ROYALTY RELIEF ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203; 30 CFR 260
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Currently MMS regulations state that a lease is not entitled
to royalty suspension volume (RSV) if the lease is in a field that
included a lease that produced before Deep Water Royalty Relief Act. A
recent court decision held that MMS had no authority to deny royalty
relief based on those circumstances. Also, where an eligible lease was
placed on a field with other eligible leases, MMS regulations require
that all eligible leases share the one RSV. The court held MMS has no
authority to impose this restriction. Rulemaking is necessary to
conform the regulations to the court decision.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD29
_______________________________________________________________________
1858. [bull] ALTERNATE ENERGY-RELATED USES ON THE OUTER CONTINENTAL
SHELF
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 285
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rulemaking is required by section 388 of the Energy
Policy Act of 2005. This rule will establish a cohesive Federal
permitting process for alternate energy-related uses on the Outer
Continental Shelf(OCS), including renewable energy development, and for
alternate uses of existing OCS platforms. It will establish procedures
for revenue sharing with affected states and granting access to the OCS
for alternate energy-related uses.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Amy White, Department of the Interior, Minerals
Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1536
RIN: 1010-AD30
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_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage
Minerals Management Service (MMS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1859. LATE AND OVERPAYMENT INTEREST
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 218; 30 CFR 230
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule allows MMS to pay interest on Federal onshore and
offshore oil and gas royalty overpayments and makes interest charges
more equitable between the payor and the recipient. Interest will be
paid on overpayments related to royalty, rent and estimates resulting
from sales of Federal onshore and offshore oil and gas production.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 302B2, P.O. Box 25165,
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AC27
_______________________________________________________________________
1860. TAKES VS. ENTITLEMENTS REPORTING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1001 et seq; 30 USC 1701 et seq; 30 USC 181 et
seq; 30 USC 351 et seq; 31 USC 9701 et seq; 43 USC 1301 et seq; 43 USC
1331 et seq; 5 USC 301 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 205
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule addresses reporting and payment requirements for
production removed and sold from a Federal lease, unit participating
area, or communitization agreement beginning September 1996.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Local, State
Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 302B2, P.O. Box 25165,
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AC29
_______________________________________________________________________
1861. PREPAYMENT OF ROYALTIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1735
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 204
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule allows payors to prepay royalty in lieu of monthly
royalty payments for their marginal properties with approval from the
affected States. It will establish the criteria used by payors, States,
and MMS to calculate, report, and monitor royalty prepayments.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         08/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 302B2, P.O. Box 25165,
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AC31
_______________________________________________________________________
1862. END-OF-LIFE ROYALTY RELIEF
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 396 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule proposes to amend the circumstances that
discontinue the existing royalty relief for end-of-life oil and gas
leases and expands the eligibility criteria for leases to qualify for
this program.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         02/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AC58
_______________________________________________________________________
1863. VALUATION OF OIL FROM INDIAN LEASES
 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 68 in part II of this issue of
the Federal Register.
RIN: 1010-AD00
_______________________________________________________________________
1864. REDUCTION TO ROYALTY RELIEF IN SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The recently published final rule 1010-AC71 created a process
for certain leases (those that are inadequately helped by our formal
relief systems) to seek special royalty relief. However overly
restrictive eligibility criteria may exclude some leases that fulfill
statutory purposes while redundant criteria may include other leases
that do not fit statutory purposes. This rule would refine the
eligibility criteria to include marginal discoveries in the shallow
water part of the Gulf of Mexico that may offer meaningful conservation
or infrastructure preservation benefits.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
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Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD02
_______________________________________________________________________
1865. LEASING OF SULPHUR OR OIL AND GAS IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rulemaking will rewrite the existing rules at 30 CFR
part 256 to make them clearer. The rule has been reorganized and
streamlined to better reflect the 5-year and lease sale processes as
they have evolved since the last rewrite in the 1980's. There are few
substantive changes to the rule.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         04/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Jane A. Roberts, Paralegal Specialist, Department of
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 623, 381 Elden Street,
Herndon, VA 22070
Phone: 703 787-1275
RIN: 1010-AD06
_______________________________________________________________________
1866. PROTECTION OF MARINE MAMMALS AND ENDANGERED SPECIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would revise subpart B to require lessees to
provide information on the requirements of the Endangered Species Act
(ESA) and the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). It identifies
environmental, monitoring, and mitigation information that lessees must
submit with exploration and development and production. The proposed
rule would ensure that lessees conduct their activities in a manner
consistent with the provisions of the ESA and MMPA.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            07/06/05                    70 FR 52953
NPRM Comment Period End         11/07/05
Final Rule                      07/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD10
_______________________________________________________________________
1867. PIPELINE SAFETY RULE PHASE I
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250; 43 USC 1331 et seq
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: Subpart J Safety regulations are 20 years old and technically
and administratively out of date with MMS policies, practices, and
safety requirements issued elsewhere in regional notices to lessees
(NTLs) and letters to lessees (LTLs). This proposed rule is the first
phase of a planned two-phase update of the regulations. This phase I
will incorporate the NTLs and LTLs and give the requirements the force
and weight of law. Additionally, the rule will be rewritten and
reformatted for added clarity and will incorporate several new pipeline
design standards to technically update the design information included
in the current regulation.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD11
_______________________________________________________________________
1868. OIL AND GAS PRODUCTION RATES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would amend provisions regarding oil and natural
gas production. This is a complete rewrite of that section and
addresses issues such as production rates and burning oil and flaring
and venting natural gas. Currently there are restrictions on production
rates that are no longer needed and the limits on flaring and venting
natural gas are open to interpretation. The proposed rule would
eliminate most restrictions on production rates and clarify flaring and
venting limits.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD12
_______________________________________________________________________
1869. RIGHTS OF USE AND EASEMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would extend existing bonding requirements of
Rights of Use and Easement holders to cover decommissioning. Most
Rights of Use and Easement holders need bonding to
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cover their obligations, so this will not increase the cost for them.
This rule changes the length of time that the bond must be kept in
place. The other changes clarify existing provisions.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/00/06
NPRM Comment Period End         05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD13
_______________________________________________________________________
1870. OPEN AND NONDISCRIMINATORY MOVEMENT OF OIL AND GAS AS REQUIRED BY
THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF LANDS ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1863
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 270
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA) requires
pipelines to provide open and non-discriminatory access to shippers of
production. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has
historically enforced this provision through its enforcement of the
Natural Gas Act (NGA) and the Interstate Commerce Act. Beginning in the
1990s, FERC began relinquishing NGA jurisdiction over some of these
pipelines. FERC contended it still maintained authority under OCSLA,
however, the Courts have ruled otherwise. In order to provide shippers
with a methodology to file complaints alleging denial of access or
discriminatory access, MMS is proposing regulations to fill this
regulatory gap.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Scott Ellis, Department of the Interior, Minerals
Management Service, P.O. Box 25165, Denver, CO 80225
Phone: 303 275-7125
RIN: 1010-AD17
_______________________________________________________________________
1871. REVISIONS TO RULES GOVERNING PLATFORMS AND STRUCTURES AND
PIPELINES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The proposed revisions are necessary because of aging OCS
infrastructure and the movement of OCS facilities into deeper waters
through the use of new technology. These proposed revisions would
require lease operators and pipeline right-of-way holders to: (1)
Submit information on the structural integrity of their OCS platforms;
(2) submit an inspection program to MMS yearly; (3) provide additional
information if they propose using unbonded flexible pipe or install
pipeline risers on floating platforms. The proposed rule, at the
request of industry, incorporates an industry-developed document into
our regulations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Larry Ake, Department of the Interior, Minerals
Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20070
Phone: 703 787-1567
RIN: 1010-AD18
_______________________________________________________________________
1872. OIL AND GAS WELL CEMENTING REQUIREMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250.198; 30 CFR 250.415
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: MMS is proposing to incorporate by reference the First
Edition of the American Petroleum Institute's Recommended Practice for
Cementing Shallow Water Flow Zones in Deep Water Wells (API RP 65) into
its regulations. This action will establish a series of best cementing
practices for lessees to evaluate when cementing wells in deep water
areas of the OCS that are prone to shallow water flow.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Joseph Levine, Chief, Operations Analysis Branch,
Department of the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 4024, 381
Eldon Street, Herndon, VA 20170-4817
Phone: 703 787-1032
Email: rules.comments@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD19
_______________________________________________________________________
1873. REPORTING AND COMPLIANCE WITH THE DEBT COLLECTION IMPROVEMENT AND
PRIVACY ACTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 2107; 25 USC 396; 30 USC 1023; 30 USC 1751(a);
30 USC 189; 30 USC 190; 30 USC 359; 31 USC 3716; 43 USC 1334; 44 USC
3505(a); 5 USC 301 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206; 30 CFR 210; 30 CFR 216; 30 CFR 218
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would amend current reporting requirements to
delete references to old reports, designations, systems, and codes; and
add new ones as needed, including taxpayer identification number
reporting required by the Debt Collection Improvement Act. It will also
change the definition of individual in the Privacy Act regulations to
be consistent with congressional intent. MMS faces substantial risk if
it does not provide regulatory authority for the current reporting
scheme and compliance with the Debt Collection Improvement and Privacy
Acts.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
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Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 302B2, P.O. Box 25165,
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD20
_______________________________________________________________________
1874. FEDERAL SODIUM AND POTASSIUM VALUATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will: (1) Create valuation rules for sodium and
potassium minerals, which are currently subject to generic regulations
governing solid minerals; (2) make existing rules more specific and
clear. This rule would affect all lessees because they would have to
comply when computing Federal production royalties.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected:  Businesses
Government Levels Affected: State
Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 302B2, P.O. Box 25165,
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD21
_______________________________________________________________________
1875. COST RECOVERY FOR PLANS, PERMITS, AND INSPECTIONS FOR OIL AND GAS
OPERATIONS IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 31 USC 9701
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The Independent Office Appropriations Act of 1952 (31 U.S.C.
9701) established that government services should be self-sustaining to
the extent possible. This Act authorized government agencies to charge
fairly for these services, based on the costs to the Government, the
value of the service to the recipient, public policy, and other
relevant facts. MMS incurs costs for various services it provides to
the oil and gas industry operating in the Outer Continental Shelf
(OCS). This rule would enable MMS to recover these costs, which may
include filing fees for geological and geophysical permits, exploration
and development plans, deep water operations plans, well permits,
facility permits, and structure permits. MMS currently does not charge
for these services. Rulemaking is the only method available to impose
these fees and comply with the intent of Congress to recover government
costs.
This is a separate rulemaking from the proposed rule for cost recovery
(RIN 1010-AD16), which proposes fees for different services.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           03/25/05                    70 FR 15246
ANPRM Comment Period End        04/25/05
NPRM                            10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Agency Contact: Angela Mazzullo, Department of the Interior, Minerals
Management Service, 381 Eldon Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1691
RIN: 1010-AD23
_______________________________________________________________________
1876. [bull] DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE FOR OIL AND GAS AND
SULPHUR OPERATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule incorporates the new editions of 11 American
Petroleum Institute documents and nine measurement standards. All of
these documents are currently incorporated by reference in regulations
governing oil and gas and sulfur operations in the OCS. Additionally,
the final rule incorporates the reaffirmed edition of 27 measurement
documents currently incorporated by reference. MMS looked at the non-
rule-making alternative of taking no action. This rule is important
because it will provide the oil and gas industry with uniform
guidelines and up-to-date requirements for design, construction,
operation, and maintenance of equipment OCS facilities.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Wilbon A. Rhone, Department of the Interior, Minerals
Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1587
RIN: 1010-AD24
_______________________________________________________________________
1877. [bull] REDUCTION IN OIL AND GAS ROYALTY RATES IN THE OUTER
CONTINENTAL SHELF UNDER THE DEEP WATER ROYALTY RELIEF ACT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203; 30 CFR 260
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule changes provisions held invalid in Santa Fe Snyder
Corp. et al. v. Norton, 385 F.3d 884 (5th Cir. 2004). Before this
decision, our rules stipulated that a lease would not be entitled to
any royalty suspension volume (RSV) if it was: (1) Eligible under the
Deep Water Royalty Relief Act or DWRRA but (2) located in a field that
included a lease that produced before DWRRA. The court held that MMS
couldn't deny royalty relief in those circumstances. Also, when an
eligible lease was placed on a field with other eligible leases, our
rules required that all eligible leases share one RSV. The court held
that MMS has no authority to impose this restriction.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/00/05
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Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Marshall B. Rose, Department of the Interior, Minerals
Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1536
Fax: 703 787-1141
Email: marshall.rose@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD25
_______________________________________________________________________
1878. [bull] RELIEF OR REDUCTION IN ROYALTY RATES - NEW DEEP GAS AND
OFFSHORE ALASKA PROVISIONS
 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 69 in part II of this issue of
the Federal Register.
RIN: 1010-AD31
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage
Minerals Management Service (MMS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1879. PLANS AND INFORMATION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 25 CFR 250; 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: MMS requires companies to submit for approval their
exploration and development plans for activities on the Outer
Continental Shelf. The companies must submit these plans before they
can begin any activities, except preliminary activities. This rule
rewrites the requirements into clearer language and organize them into
discrete sections by topic, to make them easier to follow.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            05/17/02                    67 FR 35372
Comment Period Extended         12/13/02                    67 FR 46616
Final Action                    08/30/05                    70 FR 51478
Final Action Effective          01/01/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AC47
_______________________________________________________________________
1880. INCIDENT REPORTING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: There continues to be rapid growth in offshore exploration
and production activities in the Gulf of Mexico. Since safety is our
top priority, we must upgrade our accident investigation functions. To
do this we need accurate and timely information. This rule is the only
way to require operators, lessees, and permit holders in the Outer
Continental Shelf (OCS) to give us a written report about each OCS
accident. It will also establish clearer guidelines for accident
reporting thresholds and timing.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            07/08/03                    68 FR 40585
NPRM Comment Period End         12/05/03
Final Action Effective          12/00/05
Final Action                    01/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AC57
_______________________________________________________________________
1881. PROPRIETARY TERMS AND DATA DISCLOSURE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250; 30 CFR 251
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would modify the proprietary terms for geophysical
data and information and any of their derivatives that MMS acquires
under 30 CFR part 251. We propose to change the beginning of the
proprietary terms from the date of submission to MMS to the date MMS
issues the permit. The rule would also allow selective disclosure of
geological and geophysical data and information and allow selective
disclosure of data and information generated on a lease to persons with
a direct interest in issues concerning field determination and royalty
relief eligibility.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            07/17/02                    67 FR 46942
NPRM Comment Period End         09/18/02
Final Action                    10/00/05
Final Action Effective          11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AC81
_______________________________________________________________________
1882. BLOWOUT PREVENTION FOR PRODUCTION TREE COILED TUBING WORKOVER
OPERATIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The rule would upgrade blowout prevention requirements for
well workover operations conducted using coiled tubing while the well-
head production tree is in place.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            06/22/04                    69 FR 34625
NPRM Comment Period End         08/23/04
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Final Action                    10/00/05
Final Action Effective          11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AC96
_______________________________________________________________________
1883. DATA RELEASE AND DEFINITIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250 subpart A
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would amend 30 CFR part 250 subpart A by adding a
new definition revising the existing definition, clarifying or
expanding certain requirements, and making administrative changes. We
are adding a new section pertaining to notifying MMS on production
status. We are reorganizing the forms data release table and adding
entries for three new forms.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/23/05                    70 FR 14607
NPRM Comment Period End         06/21/05
Final Rule                      12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AC99
_______________________________________________________________________
1884. SUSPENSION OF OPERATIONS FOR ULTRA-DEEP DRILLING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will allow suspension of operations for leases in
less than 800 meters of water on geologic structures targeted by an
ultra-deep well that has commenced drilling. The high cost and
complexity of drilling an ultra-deep well discourage companies from
drilling without sufficient expectation of using the information as
part of a larger drilling program. This rule allows companies that
drill an ultra-deep well to use the information gained to analyze
geologically related leases and provides additional time to drill those
leases.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            02/14/05                     70 FR 7451
NPRM Comment Period End         03/16/05
Final Rule                      11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray, Geologist, Department of the Interior,
Minerals Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD09
_______________________________________________________________________
1885. ADMINISTRATIVE COST RECOVERY FOR OCS OIL AND GAS OPERATIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 31 USC 9701
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The FY 2005 budget request for MMS includes $1 million to be
raised in cost recovery fees to offset the bureau's operating costs.
The fees will be requested under the authority provided in title V of
the Independent Offices Appropriations Act of 1952 (31 U.S.C. 9701), a
Governmentwide authority that permits cost recovery. This regulation
would change some existing fees and add several new fees.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/15/05                    70 FR 12626
NPRM comment period end         04/14/05
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Angela Mazzullo, Department of the Interior, Minerals
Management Service, 381 Eldon Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1691
RIN: 1010-AD16
_______________________________________________________________________
1886. PROVIDING CONTACT INFORMATION TO MMS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 USC 396; 30 USC 189; 31 USC 3176; 43 USC 1334; 44
USC 3506(a); 5 USC 301 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 290
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: MMS needs to amend its current regulations to reflect updated
procedures for businesses to use when supplying MMS with their contact
information. Because the existing rule contains obsolete procedures,
MMS is not receiving updated contact information that it needs to be
able to send important correspondence to companies. This rule will put
a small burden on industry to complete an address/contact form on an
as-needed basis. The form will be made available to industry by request
or via the MMS website.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Rule                      10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 302B2, P.O. Box 25165,
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD22
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1887. [bull] TEMPORARY WAIVER OF OCS OIL AND GAS FEES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1331 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: MMS regulations currently charge cost recovery fees to offset
the bureau's operating costs for Pipeline Right-of-way (ROW)
applications, conversion of lease term pipeline to ROW pipeline,
pipeline ROW assignment, Record title/operating rights transfer, and
filing of non-required documents. In light of the interruption of
operations of both the Minerals Management Service Gulf of Mexico
Region and that of many lessees and operators due to Hurricane Katrina,
this document waives the payment of these cost recovery fees until
January 1, 2006.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    10/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 302B2, P.O. Box 25165,
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD27
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions
Minerals Management Service (MMS)
_______________________________________________________________________
1888. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE FOR OFFSHORE FLOATING
PRODUCTION FACILITIES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 250
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    07/19/05                    70 FR 41556
Final Action Effective          08/18/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kumkum Ray
Phone: 703 787-1604
Fax: 703 787-1093
Email: kumkum.ray@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AC85
_______________________________________________________________________
1889. FEDERAL GAS VALUATION
Priority: Other Significant
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 206
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    03/10/05                    70 FR 11069
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD05
_______________________________________________________________________
1890. [bull] TECHNICAL AMENDMENT TO OIL AND GAS AND SULPHUR OPERATIONS
IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF (OCS); RELIEF OR REDUCTION IN ROYALTY
RATES; DEEP GAS PROVISIONS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 25 U.S.C. 396 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 203
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule amends 30 CFR part 203 to correct an unintended
administrative oversight. The amendment provides eligibility for
royalty relief for certain leases that are not otherwise subject to
deep water royalty relief. To be eligible for this relief, a lease
must: be located partly in water deeper than 200 meters, be for
drilling deep gas wells, and be issued during a lease sale held in 2001
and later years.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    04/29/05                    70 FR 22250
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Marshall B. Rose, Department of the Interior, Minerals
Management Service, 381 Elden Street, Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703 787-1536
Fax: 703 787-1141
Email: marshall.rose@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD26
_______________________________________________________________________
1891. [bull] HURRICANE-RELATED ROYALTY RELIEF
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 5 USC 301 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 210 ; 30 CFR 216; 30 CFR 218
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will grant relief in the form of additional time to
report data and pay royalties for companies impacted by Hurricane
Katrina. There are approximately 65 companies with a New Orleans
address that currently report and pay revenues to MMS. We have heard
from several that their financial operations and systems were impacted
by the hurricane. This rule will establish the criteria for qualifying
for relief, the type of relief that would be offered, the timeframes
for which the relief would be available, and how a company would notify
us that they would use the relief.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Action                    09/29/05                    70 FR 56849
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Yes
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Sharron Gebhardt, Regulatory Specialist, Department of
the Interior, Minerals Management Service, MS 302B2, P.O. Box 25165,
Denver, CO 80225-3211
Phone: 303 231-3211
Fax: 303 231-3385
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Email: sharron.gebhardt@mms.gov
RIN: 1010-AD28
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage
Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE)
_______________________________________________________________________
1892. ABANDONED COAL REFUSE SITES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 786; 30 CFR 829; 30 CFR 701
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: OSM intends to propose new rules governing permitting and
performance standards for the recovery of coal from abandoned coal
refuse piles. The rules are required to implement section 2503(e) of
the Energy Policy Act of 1992.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Art Abbs, Birmingham Field Office Director, Department
of the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement,
135 Gemini Circle, Suite 215, Homewood, AL 35209
Phone: 205 290-7282
Email: aabs@osmre.gov
RIN: 1029-AB70
_______________________________________________________________________
1893. PLACEMENT OF EXCESS SPOIL
 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 70 in part II of this issue of
the Federal Register.
RIN: 1029-AC04
_______________________________________________________________________
1894. FINANCIAL ASSURANCES
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 780; 30 CFR 784; 30 CFR 800
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We are considering rulemaking to ensure adequate funding for
the treatment of unanticipated long-term pollutant discharges including
acid or toxic mine drainage, that develop as a result of surface coal
mining operations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           05/17/02                    67 FR 35070
ANPRM Comment Period End        10/15/02                    67 FR 46617
NPRM                            02/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: State
Agency Contact: Dennis Rice, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 10,
1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2829
Email: drice@osmre.gov
RIN: 1029-AC05
_______________________________________________________________________
1895. OWNERSHIP AND CONTROL SETTLEMENT RULE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 701; 30 CFR 773; 30 CFR 774; 30 CFR 778; 30 CFR
843; 30 CFR 847
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We are proposing revisions to certain provisions of our
December 19, 2000, final Ownership and Control rule in order to
effectuate a settlement agreement that we entered into with the
National Mining Association. Among other things, the rule would revise
provisions of the 2000 final rule pertaining to the definitions of
ownership and control, permit eligibility determinations, and
challenges to ownership or control listings or findings.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/29/03                    68 FR 75036
Second NPRM                     05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal, State
Agency Contact: Earl Bandy, Department of the Interior, Office of
Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 2679 Regency Road,
Lexington, KY 40503
Phone: 859 260-8427
Email: ebandy@osmre.gov
RIN: 1029-AC08
_______________________________________________________________________
1896. TRANSFER, ASSIGNMENT, OR SALE OF PERMIT RIGHTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 774
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: On February 15, 2001, the National Mining Association (NMA)
filed a lawsuit in Federal district court seeking to overturn certain
provisions adopted in our 2000 Ownership and Control final rule. Under
the terms of the settlement, OSM agreed, among other things, to publish
a proposed rule for public comment concerning the transfer, assignment,
or sale of permit rights. The rule will clarify for all interested
groups what constitutes a transfer, assignment, or sale of permit
rights.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            01/26/05                     70 FR 3840
Second NPRM                     05/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Earl Bandy, Department of the Interior, Office of
Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 2679 Regency Road,
Lexington, KY 40503
Phone: 859 260-8427
Email: ebandy@osmre.gov
RIN: 1029-AC49
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage
Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE)
_______________________________________________________________________
1897. INDIAN LANDS
Priority: Routine and Frequent
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 700; 30 CFR 740; 30 CFR 750
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: OSM regulates mining on Indian lands and the States regulate
mining on non-Indian lands. OSM proposed revisions to its regulations
to clarify that the definition of ``Indian lands'' at 30 CFR 700.5
includes individual Indian trust allotments located within an approved
tribal land consolidation area. The proposed clarification was required
under the terms of a settlement agreement between the Department of the
Interior and the Navajo Nation and Hopi Tribe to settle the tribes'
challenges to a May 1989 Indian lands rulemaking.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            02/19/99                     64 FR 8464
NPRM Comment Period End         06/21/99                    64 FR 18585
Final Action                    11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Agency Contact: Vermell Davis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, 1951
Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2802
Email: gvdavis@osmre.gov
RIN: 1029-AB83
_______________________________________________________________________
1898. REVEGETATION
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 816
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will revise the topsoil replacement and
revegetation standards. The revisions will encourage species diversity
on reclaimed lands, remove a possible impediment to the use of woody
vegetation in revegetating mined land, and provide similar revegetation
success standards in both areas of more than 26 inches of precipitation
and in areas of less than 26 inches of precipitation.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            03/17/05                    70 FR 13076
Final Rule                      12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jim Fulton, Chief, Denver Field Division, Department of
the Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement,
1999 Broadway, Suite 3320, Denver, CO 80202
Phone: 303 844-1400
Email: jfulton@osmre.gov
RIN: 1029-AC02
_______________________________________________________________________
1899. PROCESSING STATE PROGRAM AMENDMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 732
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: We are revising our regulations governing the processing of
State program amendments. The existing regulations require us to begin
proceedings to take over an approved State program when the State fails
to amend its program in a timely manner. This can be disruptive and
expensive, and, in many instances, unwarranted by the nature of the
outstanding amendment. This rule will allow OSM to take action that is
more appropriate in situations where the outstanding amendment does not
impair the effectiveness of the approved State Program.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/03/03                    68 FR 67776
Final Action                    11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Andy DeVito, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 210
SIB, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2701
Email: adevito@osmre.gov
RIN: 1029-AC06
_______________________________________________________________________
1900. FEE ALLOCATION RULE
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 870; 30 CFR 872
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule sets forth the criteria and procedures that we are
proposing to use to establish fees under the abandoned mine reclamation
program provisions of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of
1977 (SMCRA). The fixed-rate fees established under SMCRA expire soon.
However, SMCRA requires that, for coal produced after the expiration
date, a new fee rate be established to continue to provide for
transfers from the Abandoned Mine Reclamation Fund to the Combined
Benefit Fund. This proposed rule would implement that requirement. We
are also proposing to revise our regulations governing allocation and
disposition of the fees collected and of other AML Fund income.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            09/17/04
Final Action                    12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Dennis Rice, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 10,
1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2829
Email: drice@osmre.gov
RIN: 1029-AC47
_______________________________________________________________________
1901. CIVIL PENALTY ADJUSTMENTS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1201 et seq
CFR Citation: 30 CFR 774
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would adjust the penalty amount of certain civil
monetary penalties authorized by the Surface Mining Control and
Reclamation Act of 1977. The rule implements the Federal Civil
Penalties inflation Adjustment Act of 1990, as amended by the Debt
Collection Improvement Act of 1996. The law
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requires that civil monetary penalties be adjusted for inflation at
least once every four years.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct Final Rule               11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Andy DeVito, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement, MS 210
SIB, 1951 Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 208-2701
Email: adevito@osmre.gov
RIN: 1029-AC48
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage
Bureau of Reclamation (RB)
_______________________________________________________________________
1902. PUBLIC CONDUCT ON BUREAU OF RECLAMATION FACILITIES, LANDS AND
WATERBODIES
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 460 1-31; 43 USC 3736; . . .
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 423; 43 CFR 429
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule would establish regulations regarding
public conduct on Reclamation lands and Reclamation projects, waters,
and real property subject to the administration of Reclamation or in
its custody. The rule is necessary to ensure the safety of the public,
Reclamation employees, dams, facilities, and other resources in our
jurisdiction. This proposed rule would replace an interim rule that we
issued on April 17, 2002, and extended on April 3, 2003. It would also
make changes to 43 CFR part 429 to make the two rules consistent.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            09/13/05                    70 FR 54214
NPRM Comment Period End         11/14/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Gary Anderson, Policy Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, P.O. Box 25007, Denver, CO 80225-0007
Phone: 303 445-2891
RIN: 1006-AA45
_______________________________________________________________________
1903. IMPLEMENATION OF THE TRUCKEE RIVER OPERATING AGREEMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 104 Stat 3294
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 419
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule would implement the Truckee River Operating
Agreement. The agreement was negotiated to cover water stored in,
released from, and passed through Truckee River reservoirs to satisfy
Orr Ditch Decree water rights. The rule would ensure that this water
conforms with the Orr Ditch Decree and the Truckee River General
Eclectic Decree except where the water rights are either: (1)
Voluntarily relinquished or (2) transferred under State law.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kenneth Parr, Manager, Special Projects, Department of
the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, Lahontan Basin Area Office, 705
North Plaza Street, Room 320, Carson City, NV 89701-4015
Phone: 775 882-3436
RIN: 1006-AA48
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Completed Actions
Bureau of Reclamation (RB)
_______________________________________________________________________
1904. PUBLIC CONDUCT ON BUREAU OF RECLAMATION LANDS AND PROJECTS;
EXTENSION OF EXPIRATION DATE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 423
Completed:
________________________________________________________________________
Reason                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Rule                      03/29/05                    70 FR 15778
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Gary Anderson
Phone: 303 445-2891
RIN: 1006-AA49
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                          Prerule Stage
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
_______________________________________________________________________
1905. MINING CLAIMS UNDER THE GENERAL MINING LAW; SURFACE MANAGEMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 30 USC 21 et seq; 43 USC 1701 et seq
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3809
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rulemaking will determine whether or to what degree the
Department of the Interior will charge fair market value for the
surface use of unclaimed lands and lands where claims have been
determined to be invalid for mining activities involving locatable
minerals under the Mining Law.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected:  Businesses
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Scott Haight, Department of the Interior, Bureau of
Land Management, P.O. Box 1160, Lewistown, MT 59547
Phone: 406 538-1930
Email: scott--haight@blm.gov
RIN: 1004-AD69
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                    Proposed Rule Stage
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
_______________________________________________________________________
1906. MINERAL PATENT APPLICATIONS; ADVERSE CLAIMS, PROTESTS, AND
CONFLICTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3730; 43 CFR 3740; 43 CFR 3820; 43 CFR 3860; 43
CFR 3870
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will revise the filing and administrative
procedures for mineral patent applications. It will also revise the
procedures for filing adverse claims or protests against mineral patent
applications and for mineral-in-character challenges to nonmineral land
entries.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            04/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Agency Contact: Barbara Gauthier-Warinner, Mineral Specialist,
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street
NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-0398
Email: barbara--gauthier-warinner@blm.gov
RIN: 1004-AD32
_______________________________________________________________________
1907. OIL AND GAS ONSHORE ORDER NO. 1
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 1740
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3164
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule would clarify the schedule for submitting
and processing applications, define terms used, and introduce concepts
that will make filing and processing more efficient. BLM does not
intend to add significant new requirements.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            07/27/05                    70 FR 43349
Commend Period Extended         08/26/05                    70 FR 50262
Comment Period End              10/25/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: James Burd, Natural Resource Specialist, Department of
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, MS 501 LS1849 C Street NW.,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-5017
RIN: 1004-AD59
_______________________________________________________________________
1908. ALASKA NATIVE VETERAN ALLOTMENTS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 270-1 to 270-3
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2568
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This proposed rule would delete the requirement at 43 CFR
2568.77 that a veteran applicant must have posted the corners of his or
her claim prior to filing an application with BLM. Removal of this
requirement would place veteran allotment applicants on the same
footing as thousands of applicants who filed under the original 1906
Alaska Native Allotment Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/07/05                    70 FR 58654
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Mike Haskins, Native Allotment Coordinator, Department
of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 222 W. 7th Avenue, No. 13,
Anchorage, AK 99513
Phone: 907 271-3351
RIN: 1004-AD60
_______________________________________________________________________
1909. MARGINAL OIL/GAS ROYALTY RATE REDUCTION PROGRAM
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Legal Authority: 30 USC 181 et seq
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3103.4-2
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rulemaking will replace the existing stripper oil
royalty reduction program. The new program will incorporate most of the
Inspector General's concerns and recommendations from its three audits.
In addition, the new program will expand Federal royalty relief to
marginal gas production.
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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Rudy Baier, Division of Fluid Mineral Lease and
Reservoir Management, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land
Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 653-2153
RIN: 1004-AD65
_______________________________________________________________________
1910. PUBLIC LANDS AND RESOURCES; LAW ENFORCEMENT--CRIMINAL; RECREATION
PROGRAMS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 1241 to 1249; 16 USC 460l-6a; 16 USC 670g to
670n; 43 USC 1733
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 9268
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will remove outdated and superseded provisions in
the law enforcement regulations pertaining to recreation management.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Keith Aller, Deputy Director, Office of Law Enforcement
and Security, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management,
1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 501-4819
Fax: 202 502-2582
Email: keith--aller@blm.gov
RIN: 1004-AD66
_______________________________________________________________________
1911. HEAVY OIL ROYALTY REDUCTION PROGRAM
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant. Major status under 5 USC 801 is
undetermined.
Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
Legal Authority: 30 USC 188
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3103
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will provide for a reduced royalty rate for
producing a low gravity oil. It will determine what should be the
threshold for what constitutes low gravity oil, and whether and/or how
BLM will impose restrictions such as price thresholds, production caps,
or other limitations.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Notice of Suspension            04/27/05                    70 FR 21810
NPRM                            06/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Government Levels Affected: Federal, Local, State
Federalism:  Undetermined
Agency Contact: Rudy Baier, Division of Fluid Mineral Lease and
Reservoir Management, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land
Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 653-2153
RIN: 1004-AD67
_______________________________________________________________________
1912. PERMITS FOR RECREATION ON PUBLIC LANDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 16 USC 460l-6a; 43 USC 1740; Pub L 108-447
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2930
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will implement the Federal Lands Recreation
Enhancement Act of 2004 (the Act), which replaces the permit fee
authority of the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act, by changing the
authority references in the regulations. The rule will also establish a
$100 maximum penalty for a first offender's failure to pay a recreation
fee, in accordance with the Act.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Lee Larson, Senior Outdoor Recreation Specialist,
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street
NW., 301 LS, Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-5168
Fax: 202 452-7709
Email: lee--larson@blm.gov
RIN: 1004-AD68
_______________________________________________________________________
1913. SALES OF FOREST PRODUCTS; PREPARATION FOR SALE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1181e
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 5420
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will make thinning timber sales more efficient by
allowing third party scaling on any thinning timber sale that imposes
an upper limit on the average diameer at breast height (DBH) of the
trees to be harvested, such as 20 inches DBH. The rule will also
establish procedures to minimize the potential for log theft.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected:  Businesses
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Kenny W. McDaniel, Forester Senior Specialist,
Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street
NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-5097
Fax: 202 452-7702
Email: kenny--mcdaniel@blm.gov
RIN: 1004-AD70
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Department of the Interior (DOI)                       Final Rule Stage
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
_______________________________________________________________________
1914. COST RECOVERY; MINERAL FILINGS AND OPERATIONS
Priority: Other Significant
Legal Authority: 50 USC app 565
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100; 43 CFR 3200; 43 CFR 3400; 43 CFR 3500; 43
CFR 3600; 43 CFR 3700; 43 CFR 3800
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend regulations for user fees for locatable
minerals, mineral materials, and leasable minerals (solids and fluids)
to adjust current fees or establish new fees in accordance with title V
of the Independent Offices Appropriations Act of 1952 (user charges),
OMB Circular A-25 User Charges and section 304 of the Federal Land
Policy and Management Act of 1976.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            12/15/00                    65 FR 78440
NPRM Comment Period End         02/13/01
NPRM Comment Period Reopened    04/16/01                    66 FR 19413
Second NPRM                     07/19/05                    70 FR 41533
Second NPRM Comment Period End  08/18/05
Final Rule                      10/07/05                    70 FR 58854
Final Rule Effective            11/07/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Energy Effects:  Statement of Energy Effects planned as required by
Executive Order 13211.
Agency Contact: Cynthia Ellis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC
20240
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: cynthia--ellis@blm.gov
RIN: 1004-AC64
_______________________________________________________________________
1915. GRAZING ADMINISTRATION--EXCLUSIVE OF ALASKA
 Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 71 in part II of this issue of
the Federal Register.
RIN: 1004-AD42
_______________________________________________________________________
1916. [bull] STRIPPER WELL ROYALTY REDUCTIONS; RECORDS RETENTION
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 30 USC 181 et seq
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3100
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This is a direct final rule to revise the regulations to
require that records supporting a stripper well royalty reduction be
retained for 7 years from the last date that an operator claims the
deduction.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Direct final Rule               11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Rudy Baier, Division of Fluid Mineral Lease and
Reservoir Management, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land
Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 653-2153
RIN: 1004-AD71
_______________________________________________________________________
1917. [bull] SEGREGATION OF LANDS PROPOSED FOR SALE
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 2091; 43 CFR 2710
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: BLM is issuing this final rule to extend the time period for
land segregations from 270 days to two years to facilitate the
processing of land sales applications.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Rule                      11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Jeff O. Holdren, Deputy Group Manager, Department of
the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington,
DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-7779
Fax: 202 452-7708
Email: jeff--holdren@blm.gov
RIN: 1004-AD74
_______________________________________________________________________
1918. [bull] MINING CLAIM AND SITE MAINTENANCE FEES - FEE ADJUSTMENT
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1201
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3834
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: The BLM is publishing this final rule to amend regulations
found at 43 CFR 3834, subpart B, related to adjustments of the fees
required to be paid for mining claims and mill sites to clarify that
mining claimants may cure the filing of an insufficient payment of fees
when the fees have changed through means other than a CPI adjustment.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Final Rule                      11/00/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Frank Bruno, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, MS 401-LS, 1849 C Street NW.,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-0352
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: frank--bruno@blm.gov
RIN: 1004-AD75
_______________________________________________________________________
1919. [bull] OIL AND GAS; COMBINED HYDROCARBONS LEASING; TAR SANDS
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: Energy Policy Act of 2005
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 3141
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will amend current regulations to reflect
provisions in the Energy Policy Act of 2005 pertaining to combined
hydrocarbon leasing. Section 350 of the Act amends the Mineral Leasing
Act of 1920 to allow the Secretary to issue separate leases for tar
sands and for oil and gas in specially designated tar sands areas.
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Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
Interim Final Rule              10/07/05                    70 FR 58610
Interim Final Rule Comment
Period End                      12/06/05
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Frank Bruno, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, MS 401-LS, 1849 C Street NW.,
Washington, DC 20240
Phone: 202 452-0352
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: frank--bruno@blm.gov
Mary Linda Ponticelli, Solid Minerals Specialist, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC
20240
Phone: 202 452-5083
Fax: 202 653-7397
Email: mary--ponticelli@blm.gov
RIN: 1004-AD76
_______________________________________________________________________
Department of the Interior (DOI)                      Long-Term Actions
Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
_______________________________________________________________________
1920. APPEALS PROCEDURES; HEARINGS PROCEDURES
Priority: Info./Admin./Other
Legal Authority: 43 USC 1740
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 1840; 43 CFR 1850
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: BLM proposes to amend its regulations that govern
administrative review procedures for protests of proposed decisions
contested appeals of BLM decisions, and hearings on the record. The
proposed regulations would provide more consistent procedures for
administrative review of BLM decisions, and would clarify when and how
BLM decisions go into effect and whether an appeal will stay the
effectiveness of a BLM decision.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
NPRM                            10/17/96                    61 FR 54120
NPRM Comment Period End         01/17/97                    61 FR 58160
Second NPRM                      To Be                       Determined
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Small Entities Affected: No
Government Levels Affected: None
Agency Contact: Cynthia Ellis, Regulatory Analyst, Department of the
Interior, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW., Washington, DC
20240
Phone: 202 452-5012
Fax: 202 653-5287
Email: cynthia--ellis@blm.gov
RIN: 1004-AC99
_______________________________________________________________________
1921. CONSERVATION; HELIUM LEASING
Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant
Legal Authority: 50 USC 167
CFR Citation: 43 CFR 16; 43 CFR 3196
Legal Deadline: None
Abstract: This rule will redesignate, amend, and extend the regulations
on conservation of helium to facilitate administration and
implementation of provisions in the Helium Privatization Act. The rule
will move these regulations to 43 CFR subpart 3196 to consolidate
helium-related regulations in one area for ease in finding and
complying with them.
Timetable:
________________________________________________________________________
Action                            Date                      FR Cite
________________________________________________________________________
ANPRM                           12/19/00                    65 FR 79325
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/26/01
NPRM                            12/00/06
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No
Government Levels Affected: Federal
Agency Contact: Joseph B. Peterson, Chief, Division of Helium
Resources, Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management,
Amarillo Field Office 801 S. Fillmore, Suite 500, Amarillo, TX 79101
Phone: 806 324-2614
RIN: 1004-AD35
[FR Doc. 05-19914 Filed 10-28-05; 8:45 am]
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