Monday, 

December 20, 2010 

Part XIII 

Department of 

Transportation 

Semiannual Regulatory Agenda 


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) 

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 

Office of the Secretary 

14 CFR Chs. I-III 

23 CFR Chs. I-III 

33 CFR Chs. I and IV 

46 CFR Chs. I-III 

48 CFR Ch. 12 

49 CFR Subtitle A, Chs. I-VI and Chs. 

X-XII 

OST Docket 99-5129 

Department Regulatory Agenda; 

Semiannual Summary 

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, DOT. 

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory agenda. 

SUMMARY: The regulatory agenda is a 

semiannual summary of all current and 

projected rulemakings, reviews of 

existing regulations, and completed 

actions of the Department. The agenda 

provides the public with information 

about the Department of 

Transportation’s regulatory activity. It is 

expected that this information will 

enable the public to be more aware of 

and allow it to more effectively 

participate in the Department’s 

regulatory activity. The public is also 

invited to submit comments on any 

aspect of this agenda. 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 

General 

You should direct all comments and 

inquiries on the agenda in general to 

Neil R. Eisner, Assistant General 

Counsel for Regulation and 

Enforcement, Department of 

Transportation, 1200 New Jersey 

Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590; 

(202) 366-4723. 

Specific 

You should direct all comments and 

inquiries on particular items in the 

agenda to the individual listed for the 

regulation or the general rulemaking 

contact person for the operating 

administration in Appendix B. 

Individuals who use a 

telecommunications device for the deaf 

(TDD) may call (202) 755-7687. 

Table of Contents 

Supplementary Information: 

Background 

Significant/Priority Rulemakings 

Explanation of Information on the 

Agenda 

Request for Comments 

Purpose 

Appendix A—Instructions for Obtaining 

Copies of Regulatory Documents 

Appendix B—General Rulemaking 

Contact Persons 

Appendix C—Public Rulemaking 

Dockets 

Appendix D—Review Plans for Section 

610 and Other Requirements Agenda 

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Background 

Improvement of our regulations is a 

prime goal of the Department of 

Transportation (Department or DOT). 

Our regulations should be clear, simple, 

timely, fair, reasonable, and necessary. 

They should not be issued without 

appropriate involvement of the public; 

once issued, they should be periodically 

reviewed and revised, as needed, to 

assure that they continue to meet the 

needs for which they originally were 

designed. To view additional 

information about the Department of 

Transportation’s regulatory activities 

online, go to http://regs.dot.gov. Among 

other things, this website provides a 

report, updated monthly, on the status 

of the DOT significant rulemakings 

listed in the semi-annual Agenda. 

To help the Department achieve these 

goals and in accordance with Executive 

Order 12866 ‘‘Regulatory Planning and 

Review’’ (58 FR 51735; October 4, 1993) 

and the Department’s Regulatory 

Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034; 

February 26, 1979), the Department 

prepares a semiannual regulatory 

agenda. It summarizes all current and 

projected rulemaking, reviews of 

existing regulations, and completed 

actions of the Department. These are 

matters on which action has begun or is 

projected during the succeeding 12 

months or such longer period as may be 

anticipated or for which action has been 

completed since the last agenda. 

The agendas are based on reports 

submitted by the offices initiating the 

rulemaking and are reviewed by the 

Department Regulations Council. The 

Department’s last agenda was published 

in the Federal Register on April 26, 

2010 (75 FR 21840). The next one is 

scheduled for publication in the Federal 

Register in spring 2011. 

The Internet is the basic means for 

disseminating the Unified Agenda. The 

complete Unified Agenda is available 

online at www.reginfo.gov, in a format 

that offers users a greatly enhanced 

ability to obtain information from the 

Agenda database. 

Because publication in the Federal 

Register is mandated for the regulatory 

flexibility agendas required by the 

Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 

602), DOT’s printed agenda entries 

include only: 

1. The Agency’s agenda preamble; 

2. Rules that are in the Agency’s 

regulatory flexibility agenda, in 

accordance with the Regulatory 

Flexibility Act, because they are likely 

to have a significant economic impact 

on a substantial number of small 

entities; and 

3. Any rules that the Agency has 

identified for periodic review under 

section 610 of the Regulatory 

Flexibility Act. 

Printing of these entries is limited to 

fields that contain information required 

by the Regulatory Flexibility Act’s 

Agenda requirements. These elements 

are: Sequence Number; Title; Section 

610 Review, if applicable; Legal 

Authority; Abstract; Timetable; 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required; Agency Contact; and 

Regulation Identifier Number (RIN). 

Additional information (for detailed list 

see section heading ‘‘Explanation of 

Information on the Agenda’’) on these 

entries is available in the Unified 

Agenda published on the Internet. 

Significant/Priority Rulemakings 

The agenda covers all rules and 

regulations of the Department. We have 

classified rules as a DOT agency priority 

in the agenda if they are, essentially, 

very costly, controversial, or of 

substantial public interest under our 

Regulatory Policies and Procedures. All 

DOT agency priority rulemaking 

documents are subject to review by the 

Secretary of Transportation. If the Office 

of Management and Budget (OMB) 

decides a rule is subject to its review 

under Executive Order 12866, we have 

classified it as significant in the agenda. 

Explanation of Information on the 

Agenda 

The format for this agenda is required 

by a fall 2010 memorandum from the 

Office of Management and Budget. 


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First, the agenda is divided by 

initiating offices. Then, the agenda is 

divided into five categories: (1) Prerule 

stage, (2) proposed rule stage, (3) final 

rule stage, (4) long-term actions, and (5) 

completed actions. For each entry, the 

agenda provides the following 

information: (1) Its ‘‘significance’’; (2) a 

short, descriptive title; (3) its legal basis; 

(4) the related regulatory citation in the 

Code of Federal Regulations; (5) any 

legal deadline and, if so, for what action 

(e.g., NPRM, final rule); (6) an abstract; 

(7) a timetable, including the earliest 

expected date for a decision on whether 

to take the action; (8) whether the 

rulemaking will affect small entities 

and/or levels of government and, if so, 

which categories; (9) whether a 

Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) 

analysis is required (for rules that would 

have a significant economic impact on 

a substantial number of small entities); 

(10) a listing of any analyses an office 

will prepare or has prepared for the 

action (With minor exceptions, DOT 

requires an economic analysis for all its 

rulemakings.); (11) an agency contact 

office or official who can provide 

further information; (12) a Regulation 

Identifier Number (RIN) assigned to 

identify an individual rulemaking in the 

agenda and facilitate tracing further 

action on the issue; (13) whether the 

action is subject to the Unfunded 

Mandates Reform Act; (14) whether the 

action is subject to the Energy Act; and 

(15) whether the action is major under 

the congressional review provisions of 

the Small Business Regulatory 

Enforcement Fairness Act. If there is 

information that does not fit in the other 

categories, it will be included under a 

separate heading entitled ‘‘Additional 

Information.’’ 

For nonsignificant regulations issued 

routinely and frequently as a part of an 

established body of technical 

requirements (such as the Federal 

Aviation Administration’s Airspace 

Rules), to keep those requirements 

operationally current, we only include 

the general category of the regulations, 

the identity of a contact office or 

official, and an indication of the 

expected number of regulations; we do 

not list individual regulations. 

In the ‘‘Timetable’’ column, we use 

abbreviations to indicate the particular 

documents being considered. ANPRM 

stands for Advance Notice of Proposed 

Rulemaking, SNPRM for Supplemental 

Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, and 

NPRM for Notice of Proposed 

Rulemaking. Listing a future date in this 

column does not mean we have made a 

decision to issue a document; it is the 

earliest date on which we expect to 

make a decision on whether to issue it. 

In addition, these dates are based on 

current schedules. Information received 

subsequent to the issuance of this 

agenda could result in a decision not to 

take regulatory action, or in changes to 

proposed publication dates. For 

example, the need for further evaluation 

could result in a later publication date; 

evidence of a greater need for the 

regulation could result in an earlier 

publication date. 

Finally, a dot (•) preceding an entry 

indicates that the entry appears in the 

agenda for the first time. 

Request for Comments 

General 

Our agenda is intended primarily for 

the use of the public. Since its 

inception, we have made modifications 

and refinements that we believe provide 

the public with more helpful 

information, as well as make the agenda 

easier to use. We would like you, the 

public, to make suggestions or 

comments on how the agenda could be 

further improved. 

Reviews 

We also seek your suggestions on 

which of our existing regulations you 

believe need to be reviewed to 

determine whether they should be 

revised or revoked. We particularly 

draw your attention to the Department’s 

review plan in Appendix D. 

Regulatory Flexibility Act 

The Department is especially 

interested in obtaining information on 

requirements that have a ‘‘significant 

economic impact on a substantial 

number of small entities’’ and, therefore, 

must be reviewed under the Regulatory 

Flexibility Act. If you have any 

suggested regulations, please submit 

them to us, along with your explanation 

of why they should be reviewed. 

In accordance with the Regulatory 

Flexibility Act, comments are 

specifically invited on regulations that 

we have targeted for review under 

section 610 of the Act. The phrase 

(Section 610 Review) appears at the end 

of the title for these reviews. Please see 

Appendix D for the Department’s 

section 610 review plans. 

Consultation With State, Local, and 

Tribal Governments 

Executive Orders 13132 and 13175 

require us to develop an accountable 

process to ensure ‘‘meaningful and 

timely input’’ by State, local, and tribal 

officials in the development of 

regulatory policies that have federalism 

or tribal implications. These policies are 

defined in the Executive Orders to 

include regulations that have 

‘‘substantial direct effects’’ on States or 

Indian tribes, on the relationship 

between the Federal Government and 

them, or on the distribution of power 

and responsibilities between the Federal 

Government and various levels of 

government or Indian tribes. Therefore, 

we encourage State and local 

governments or Indian tribes to provide 

us with information about how the 

Department’s rulemakings impact them. 

Purpose 

The Department is publishing this 

regulatory agenda in the Federal 

Register to share with interested 

members of the public the Department’s 

preliminary expectations regarding its 

future regulatory actions. This should 

enable the public to be more aware of 

the Department’s regulatory activity and 

should result in more effective public 

participation. This publication in the 

Federal Register does not impose any 

binding obligation on the Department or 

any of the offices within the Department 

with regard to any specific item on the 

agenda. Regulatory action, in addition to 

the items listed, is not precluded. 

Dated: September 24, 2010. 

Ray LaHood, 

Secretary of Transportation. 

Appendix A—Instructions for 

Obtaining Copies of Regulatory 

Documents 

To obtain a copy of a specific 

regulatory document in the agenda, you 

should communicate directly with the 

contact person listed with the regulation 

at the address below. We note that most, 

if not all, such documents, including the 

semiannual agenda, are available 

through the Internet at 

http://www.regulations.gov. See 

Appendix C for more information. 

(Name of contact person), (Name of 

the DOT agency), 1200 New Jersey 

Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. 

(For the Federal Aviation 

Administration, substitute the following 

address: Office of Rulemaking, ARM-1, 


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800 Independence Avenue SW., 

Washington, DC 20591). 

Appendix B—General Rulemaking 

Contact Persons 

The following is a list of persons who 

can be contacted within the Department 

for general information concerning the 

rulemaking process within the various 

operating administrations. 

FAA – Rebecca MacPherson, Office of 

Chief Counsel, Regulations and 

Enforcement Division, 800 

Independence Avenue SW., Room 

915A, Washington, DC 20591; telephone 

(202) 267-3073. 

FHWA – Jennifer Outhouse, Office of 

Chief Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue 

SE., Washington, DC 20590; telephone 

(202) 366-0761. 

FMCSA – Steven J. LaFreniere, 

Regulatory Ombudsman, 1200 New 

Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 

20590; telephone (202) 366-0596. 

NHTSA – Steve Wood, Office of Chief 

Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 

Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 

366-2992. 

FRA – Kathryn Shelton, Office of 

Chief Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue 

SE., Room W31-214, Washington, DC 

20590; telephone (202) 493-6063. 

FTA – Linda Ford, Office of Chief 

Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 

Room E56-202, Washington, DC 20590; 

telephone (202) 366-4063. 

SLSDC – Carrie Mann Lavigne, Chief 

Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 

Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) 

366-0091. 

PHMSA – Patricia Burke, Office of 

Chief Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue 

SE., Washington, DC 20590; telephone 

(202) 366-4400. 

MARAD – Christine Gurland, Office 

of Chief Counsel, Maritime 

Administration, 1200 New Jersey 

Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590; 

telephone (202) 366-5157. 

RITA – Robert Monniere, Office of 

Chief Counsel, 1200 New Jersey Avenue 

SE., Washington, DC 20590; telephone 

(202) 366-5498. 

OST – Neil Eisner, Office of 

Regulation and Enforcement, 1200 New 

Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 

20590; telephone (202) 366-4723. 

Appendix C—Public Rulemaking 

Dockets 

All comments via the Internet are 

submitted through the Federal Docket 

Management System (FDMS) at the 

following address: 

http://www.regulations.gov. The FDMS 

allows the public to search, view, 

download, and comment on all Federal 

agency rulemaking documents in one 

central online system. The above 

referenced Internet address also allows 

the public to sign up to receive 

notification when certain documents are 

placed in the dockets. 

The public also may review regulatory 

dockets at, or deliver comments on 

proposed rulemakings to, the Dockets 

Office at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 

Room W12-140, Washington, DC 20590, 

1-800-647-5527. Working Hours: 9-5. 

Appendix D—Review Plans for Section 

610 and Other Requirements 

Part I— The Plan 

General 

The Department of Transportation has 

long recognized the importance of 

regularly reviewing its existing 

regulations to determine whether they 

need to be revised or revoked. Our 1979 

Regulatory Policies and Procedures 

require such reviews. We also have 

responsibilities under Executive Order 

12866 ‘‘Regulatory Planning and 

Review’’ and section 610 of the 

Regulatory Flexibility Act to conduct 

such reviews. This includes the use of 

plain language techniques in new rules 

and considering its use in existing rules 

when we have the opportunity and 

resources permit its use. We are 

committed to continuing our reviews of 

existing rules and, if needed, will 

initiate rulemaking actions based on 

these reviews. 

Section 610 Review Plan 

Section 610 requires that we conduct 

reviews of rules that (1) have been 

published within the last 10 years and 

(2) have a ‘‘significant economic impact 

on a substantial number of small 

entities’’ (SEIOSNOSE). It also requires 

that we publish in the Federal Register 

each year a list of any such rules that 

we will review during the next year. 

The Office of the Secretary and each of 

the Department’s Operating 

Administrations have a 10-year review 

plan. These reviews comply with 

section 610 of the Regulatory Flexibility 

Act. 

Other Review Plan(s) 

All elements of the Department, 

except for the Federal Aviation 

Administration (FAA), have also elected 

to use this 10-year plan process to 

comply with the review requirements of 

the Department’s Regulatory Policies 

and Procedures and Executive Order 

12866. 

Changes to the Review Plan 

Some reviews may be conducted 

earlier than scheduled. For example, to 

the extent resources permit, the plain 

language reviews will be conducted 

more quickly. Other events, such as 

accidents, may result in the need to 

conduct earlier reviews of some rules. 

Other factors may also result in the need 

to make changes; for example, we may 

make changes in response to public 

comment on this plan or in response to 

a Presidentially mandated review. If 

there is any change to the review plan, 

we will note the change in the following 

agenda. For any section 610 review, we 

will provide the required notice prior to 

the review. 

Part II— The Review Process 

The Analysis 

Generally, the agencies have divided 

their rules into 10 different groups and 

plan to analyze one group each year. For 

purposes of these reviews, a year will 

coincide with the fall-to-fall schedule 

for publication of the agenda. Thus, 

Year 1 (2008) begins in the fall of 2008 

and ends in the fall of 2009; Year 2 

(2009) begins in the fall of 2009 and 

ends in the fall of 2010; and so on. We 

request public comment on the timing 

of the reviews. For example, is there a 

reason for scheduling an analysis and 

review for a particular rule earlier than 

we have? Any comments concerning the 

plan or particular analyses should be 

submitted to the regulatory contacts 

listed in Appendix B, General 

Rulemaking Contact Persons. 

Section 610 Review 

The Agency will analyze each of the 

rules in a given year’s group to 

determine whether any rule has a 

SEIOSNOSE and, thus, requires review 

in accordance with section 610 of the 

Regulatory Flexibility Act. The level of 

analysis will, of course, depend on the 

nature of the rule and its applicability. 

Publication of agencies’ section 610 

analyses listed each fall in this agenda 

provides the public with notice and an 

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the requirements of the Regulatory 

Flexibility Act. We request that public 

comments be submitted to us early in 

the analysis year concerning the small 

entity impact of the rules to help us in 

making our determinations. 

In each fall agenda, the Agency will 

publish the results of the analyses it has 

completed during the previous year. For 

rules that had a negative finding on 

SEIOSNOSE, we will give a short 

explanation (e.g., ‘‘these rules only 

establish petition processes that have no 

cost impact’’ or ‘‘these rules do not 

apply to any small entities’’). For parts, 

subparts, or other discrete sections of 

rules that do have a SEIOSNOSE, we 

will announce that we will be 

conducting a formal section 610 review 

during the following 12 months. At this 

stage, we will add an entry to the 

Agenda in the prerulemaking section 

describing the review in more detail. We 

also will seek public comment on how 

best to lessen the impact of these rules 

and provide a name or docket to which 

public comments can be submitted. In 

some cases, the section 610 review may 

be part of another unrelated review of 

the rule. In such a case, we plan to 

clearly indicate which parts of the 

review are being conducted under 

section 610. 

Other Reviews 

The Agency will also examine the 

specified rules to determine whether 

any other reasons exist for revising or 

revoking the rule or for rewriting the 

rule in plain language. In each fall 

agenda, the Agency will also publish 

information on the results of the 

examinations completed during the 

previous year. 

The FAA, in addition to reviewing its 

rules in accordance with the Section 

610 Review Plan, has established a triannual process to comply with the 

review requirements of the 

Department’s Regulatory Policies and 

Procedures, Executive Order 12866, and 

Plain Language Review Plan. The FAA’s 

latest review notice was published 

November 15, 2007 (72 FR 64170). In 

that notice, the FAA requested 

comments from the public to identify 

those regulations currently in effect that 

it should amend, remove, or simplify. 

The FAA also requested the public 

provide any specific suggestions where 

rules could be developed as 

performance-based rather than 

prescriptive, and any specific plain 

language that might be used, and 

provide suggested language on how 

those rules should be written. The FAA 

will review the issues addressed by the 

commenters against its regulatory 

agenda and rulemaking program efforts 

and adjust its regulatory priorities 

consistent with its statutory 

responsibilities. At the end of this 

process, the FAA will publish a 

summary and general disposition of 

comments and indicate, where 

appropriate, how it will adjust its 

regulatory priorities. 

Part III— List of Pending Section 610 

Reviews 

The Agenda identifies the pending 

DOT Section 610 Reviews by inserting 

(Section 610 Review) after the title for 

the specific entry. For further 

information on the pending reviews, see 

the agenda entries at www.reginfo.gov. 

For example, to obtain a list of all 

entries that are Section 610 Reviews 

under the Regulatory Flexibility Act, a 

user would select the desired responses 

on the search screen (by selecting 

‘‘advanced search’’) and, in effect, 

generate the desired ‘‘index’’ of reviews. 

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 49 CFR parts 91 through 99 and 14 CFR parts 200 through 212 ......................................................... 2008 2009

2 48 CFR parts 1201 through 1253 and new parts and subparts ............................................................ 2009 2010 

3 14 CFR parts 213 through 232 ............................................................................................................... 2010 2011 

4 14 CFR parts 234 through 254 ............................................................................................................... 2011 2012 

5 14 CFR parts 255 through 298 and 49 CFR part 40 ............................................................................. 2012 2013 

6 14 CFR parts 300 through 373 ............................................................................................................... 2013 2014 

7 14 CFR parts 374 through 398 ............................................................................................................... 2014 2015 

8 14 CFR part 399 and 49 CFR parts 1 through 11 ................................................................................. 2015 2016 

9 49 CFR parts 17 through 28 ................................................................................................................... 2016 2017 

10 49 CFR parts 29 through 39 and parts 41 through 89 ........................................................................... 2017 2018 

Year 1 (fall 2008) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 

49 CFR part 93 — Aircraft Allocation 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: The agency will propose revising this regulation to reflect a transfer of the functions from the Office 

of Emergency Transportation (OET) to the Office of Intelligence, Security and Response (S-60). OET was absorbed 

into S-60 and no longer exists as a separate office. The proposed changes will not cause an economic impact. 

Year 1 (fall 2008) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

49 CFR part 91—International Air Transportation Fair Competitive Practices 

49 CFR part 92—Recovering Debts to the United States by Salary Offset 

49 CFR part 95—Advisory Committees 

49 CFR part 98—Enforcement of Restrictions on Post-Employment Activities 

49 CFR part 99—Employee Responsibilities and Conduct 

14 CFR part 200—Definitions and Instructions 

14 CFR part 201—Air Carrier Authority Under Subtitle VII of Title 49 of the United States Code [Amended] 

14 CFR part 203—Waiver of Warsaw Convention Liability Limits and Defenses 

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14 CFR part 205—Aircraft Accident Liability Insurance 

14 CFR part 206—Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity: Special Authorizations and Exemptions 

14 CFR part 207—Charter Trips by U.S. Scheduled Air Carriers 

14 CFR part 208—Charter Trips by U.S. charter air Carriers 

14 CFR part 211—Applications for Permits to Foreign Air Carriers 

14 CFR part 212—Charter Rules for U.S. and Foreign Direct Air Carriers 

Year 2 (fall 2009) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 

48 CFR part 1201—Federal Acquisition Regulations System 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule prescribes Agency control and compliance procedures concerning the proliferation of acquisition 

regulations and any revisions. M-60’s plain language review of this rule indicates minor editorial changes are needed 

but no need for substantial revision. 

48 CFR part 1202—Definitions of Words and Terms 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule provides definitions of words and terms concerning acquisitions in DOT. M-60’s plain language 

review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

48 CFR part 1203—Improper Business Practices and Personal Conflicts of Interest 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule provides process for reporting suspected violations of the Gratuities clause. M-60’s plain language 

review of this rule indicates minor editorial changes are needed but no need for substantial revision. 

48 CFR part 1204—Administrative Matters 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule provides procedures for closing out contract files and supporting closeout documents. M-60’s 

plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

48 CFR part 1205—Publicizing Contract Actions 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule provides methods of disseminating information. M-60’s plain language review of this rule indicates 

no need for substantial revision. 

48 CFR part 1206—Competition Requirements 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule provides information concerning competition advocates. M-60’s plain language review of this 

rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

48 CFR part 1207—Acquisition Planning 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule provides information concerning requirements which will be followed when cost comparisons 

between Government and Contractor performance are conducted. M-60’s plain language review of this rule indicates 

no need for substantial revision. 

48 CFR part 1211—Describing Agency Needs 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This provides information concerning the need to include, as applicable, safeguards to ensure safety, security, 

and environmental protection in requirements documents. M-60’s plain language review of this rule indicates no 

need for substantial revision. 

48 CFR part 1213—Simplified Acquisition Procedures 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This provides DOT procedures for acquiring training services. M-60’s plain language review of this rule 

indicates no need for revision. 

48 CFR part 1214—Sealed Bidding 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule provides for telegraphic bids to be communicated provided procedures have been established 

by the COCO. M-60’s plain language review of this rule indicates no need for revision. 

48 CFR part 1215—Contracting By Negotiation 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule provides information concerning the solicitation and receipt of proposals and information including 

evaluation. M-60’s plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

48 CFR part 1216—Types of Contracts 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule provides information concerning Fixed-Price Contracts, Incentive Contracts, Indefinite-Delivery 

Contracts, and Time-and-Materials, Labor-Hour, and Letter Contracts. M-60’s plain language review of this rule indicates 

no need for substantial revision. 

48 CFR part 1217—Special Contracting Methods 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule provides procedures for fixed price contracts for vessel repair, alteration, or conversion. M-60’s 

plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

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• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule addresses contracting issues associated with subcontracting with Small Business, Small Disadvantaged 

Business, and Women-Owned Small Business concerns. It also provides some discussion of small business 

competitiveness demonstration program. 

48 CFR part 1222—Application of Labor Laws to Government Acquisitions 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule covers aspects of basic labor policies and labor standards. Particular focus is directed to labor 

standards involving construction. 

48 CFR part 1223—Environment, Energy and Water Efficiency, Renewable Energy Technologies, Occupational Safety, 

and Drug-Free Workplace 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule addresses safety requirements for selected DOT contracts. The emphasis here is on hazardous 

material identification and material safety data. 

48 CFR part 1224—Protection of Privacy and Freedom of Information 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule includes discussion of procedures and appeals processes with a focus on the Freedom of Information 

Act. 

48 CFR part 1227—Patents, Data, and Copyrights 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule includes discussion of procedures and appeals processes. 

48 CFR part 1228—Bonds and Insurance 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule covers bonds and other financial protections, insurance, and performance and payment bonds 

for certain contracts. 

48 CFR part 1231—Contract Cost Principles and Procedures 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule discusses contracts with commercial organizations. 

48 CFR part 1232—Contract Financing 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule focuses on contract payment processes. 

48 CFR part 1233—Protests, Disputes, and Appeals 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule focuses on the protests, disputes, and appeals process with a particular emphasis on CO decisions 

and alternative dispute resolution. 

48 CFR part 1234—[Reserved] 

48 CFR part 1235—Research and Development Contracting 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule includes discussion of research and development contracting and provides discussion on research 

misconduct. 

48 CFR part 1236—Construction and Architect-Engineer Contracts 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule covers contract clauses for construction and architect-engineer contracts. It also includes discussion 

of special precautions for work at operating airports. 

48 CFR part 1237—Service Contracting 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule includes information relating to DOT procedures for acquiring training services, and solicitation 

provisions and contract clauses. 

48 CFR part 1239—Acquisition of Information Technology 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule includes solicitation procedures and contract clauses. 

48 CFR part 1242—Contract Administration and Audit Services 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule includes appropriate contract clauses for use in audit services. 

48 CFR part 1245—Government Property 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule focuses on the management of government property, reporting results of inventory, and audit 

of property control systems. 

48 CFR part 1246—Quality Assurance 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule incorporates a discussion of warranties, and warranty terms and conditions. 

48 CFR part 1247—Transportation 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule focuses on ocean transportation by U.S.-flag vessels. 

48 CFR part 1252—Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 


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• General: This rule includes, but is not limited to, evaluation of offers subject to an economic price adjustment, 

determination of award, performance evaluation plans, distribution of award fee, settlement of letter contracts, contract 

performance, subcontracts and liability and insurance. 

48 CFR part 1253—Forms 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: This rule includes prescriptions and illustrations of forms. 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules to be analyzed during the next year 

14 CFR part 213—Terms, Conditions, and Limitations of Foreign Air Carrier Permits 

14 CFR part 214—Terms, Conditions, and Limitations of Foreign Air Carrier Permits Authorizing Charter Transportation 

Only 

14 CFR part 215—Use and Change of Names of Air Carriers, Foreign Air Carriers and Commuter Air Carriers 

14 CFR part 216—Comingling of Blind Sector Traffic by Foreign Air Carriers 

14 CFR part 217—Reporting Traffic Statistics by Foreign Air Carriers in Civilian Scheduled, Charter, and Nonscheduled 

Services 

14 CFR part 218—Lease by Foreign Air Carrier or Other Foreign Person of Aircraft With Crew 

14 CFR part 221—Tariffs 

14 CFR part 222—Intermodal Cargo Services by Foreign Air Carriers 

14 CFR part 223—Free and Reduced-Rate Transportation 

14 CFR part 232—Transportation of Mail, Review of Orders of Postmaster General 

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 REVIEW PLAN 

Year Regulations to be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 14 CFR parts 119 through 129 and parts 150 through 156 ................................................................... 2008 2009 

2 14 CFR parts 133 through 139 and parts 157 through 169 ................................................................... 2009 2010 

3 14 CFR parts 141 through 147 and parts 170 through 187 ................................................................... 2010 2011 

4 14 CFR parts 189 through 198 and parts 1 through 16 ......................................................................... 2011 2012 

5 14 CFR parts 17 through 33 ................................................................................................................... 2012 2013 

6 14 CFR parts 34 through 39 and parts 400 through 405 ....................................................................... 2013 2014 

7 14 CFR parts 43 through 49 and parts 406 through 415 ....................................................................... 2014 2015 

8 14 CFR parts 60 through 77 ................................................................................................................... 2015 2016 

9 14 CFR parts 91 through 105 ................................................................................................................. 2016 2017 

10 14 CFR parts 417 through 460 ............................................................................................................... 2017 2018 

The FAA has elected to use the two-step, two-year process used by most DOT modes in past plans. As such, the 

FAA has divided its rules into 10 groups as displayed in the table below. During the first year (the ‘‘analysis year’’), 

all rules published during the previous 10 years within a 10% block of the regulations will be analyzed to identify 

those with a SEIONOSE. During the second year (the ‘‘review year’’), each rule identified in the analysis year as 

having a SEIONOSE will be reviewed in accordance with Section 610 (b) to determine if it should be continued 

without change or changed to minimize impact on small entities. Results of those reviews will be published in 

the DOT Semiannual Regulatory Agenda. 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules analyzed and summary of results 

14 CFR part 141—Pilot Schools 

• Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no SEISNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FAA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

14 CFR part 142—Training Centers 

• Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no SEISNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FAA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

14 CFR part 145—Repair Stations 

• Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no SEISNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FAA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

14 CFR part 147—Aviation Maintenance Technician Schools 

• Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no SEISNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FAA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

14 CFR part 170—Establishment and Discontinuance Criteria for Air Traffic Control Services and Navigational Facilities 

• Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no SEISNOSE. 


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• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FAA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

14 CFR part 171—Non-Federal Navigation Facilities 

• Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no SEISNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FAA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

14 CFR part 183—Representatives of the Administrator 

• Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no SEISNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FAA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

14 CFR part 185—Testimony by Employees And Production of Records in Legal Proceedings, and Service of Legal 

Process and Pleadings 

• Section 610: 14 CFR part 185 does not affect small entities. Therefore, amendments to it cannot have a SEISNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FAA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

14 CFR part 187—Fees 

• Section 610: The agency conducted a Section 610 review of this part and found no SEISNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FAA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

Year 4 (fall 2011) List of rules to be analyzed during the next year 

14 CFR part 189—Use of Federal Aviation Administration Communications System 14 14 CFR part 198-Aviation Insurance 

14 CFR part 1—Definitions and Abbreviations 

14 CFR part 3—General Requirements 

14 CFR part 11—General Rulemaking Procedures 

14 CFR part 13—Investigative and Enforcement Procedures 

14 CFR part 14—Rules Implementing the Equal Access to Justice Act of 1980 

14 CFR part 15—Administrative Claims Under Federal Tort Claims Act 

14 CFR part 16—Rules of Practice for Federally Assisted Airport Enforcement Proceedings 

FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 None ........................................................................................................................................................ 2008 2009 

2 23 CFR parts 1 to 260 ............................................................................................................................ 2009 2010 

3 23 CFR parts 420 to 470 ........................................................................................................................ 2010 2011 

4 23 CFR part 500 ..................................................................................................................................... 2011 2012 

5 23 CFR parts 620 to 637 ........................................................................................................................ 2012 2013 

6 23 CFR parts 645 to 669 ........................................................................................................................ 2013 2014 

7 23 CFR 710 to 924 ................................................................................................................................. 2014 2015 

8 23 CFR 940 to 973 ................................................................................................................................. 2015 2016 

9 23 CFR parts 1200 to 1252 .................................................................................................................... 2016 2017 

10 New parts and subparts .......................................................................................................................... 2017 2018 

Federal-Aid Highway Program 

The FHWA has adopted regulations in title 23 of the CFR, chapter I, related to the Federal-Aid Highway Program. 

These regulations implement and carry out the provisions of Federal law relating to the administration of Federal 

aid for highways. The primary law authorizing Federal aid for highways is chapter I of title 23 of the U.S.C. Section 

145 of title 23 expressly provides for a federally assisted State program. For this reason, the regulations adopted 

by the FHWA in title 23 of the CFR primarily relate to the requirements that States must meet to receive Federal 

funds for the construction and other work related to highways. Because the regulations in title 23 primarily relate 

to States, which are not defined as small entities under the Regulatory Flexibility Act, the FHWA believes that 

its regulations in title 23 do not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. 

The FHWA solicits public comment on this preliminary conclusion. 

Year 2 (fall 2009) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 

23 CFR part 1—General 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 140—Reimbursement 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s plain 

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23 CFR part 172—Administration of Engineering and Design-Related Service Contracts 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 180—Credit Assistance for Surface Transportation Projects 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 190—Incentive Payments for Controlling Outdoor Advertising on the Interstate System 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 192—Drug Offender’s Driver’s License Suspension 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 200—Title VI Program and Related Statutes-Implementation and Review procedures 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. This section applies primarily to State transportation agencies that are not small entities. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 230—External Programs 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will 

not be significant. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 260—Education and Training Programs 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FHWA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

23 CFR part 420—Planning and Research Program Administration 

23 CFR part 450—Planning Assistance and Standards 

23 CFR part 460—Public Road Mileage for Apportionment of Highway Safety Funds 

23 CFR part 470—Highway Systems 

FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 49 CFR parts 372, subpart A, and 381 .................................................................................................. 2008 2009 

2 49 CFR parts 386, 389, and 395 ............................................................................................................ 2009 2010 

3 49 CFR parts 325, 388, 350, and 355 .................................................................................................... 2010 2011 

4 49 CFR parts 380 and 382 to 385 .......................................................................................................... 2011 2012 

5 49 CFR parts 390 to 393 and 396 to 399 .............................................................................................. 2012 2013 

6 49 CFR parts 356, 367, 369 to 371, 372, subparts B-C ........................................................................ 2013 2014 

7 49 CFR parts 373, 374, 376, and 379 .................................................................................................... 2014 2015 

8 49 CFR parts 360, 365, 366, and 368 .................................................................................................... 2015 2016 

9 49 CFR parts 377, 378, and 387 ............................................................................................................ 2016 2017 

10 49 CFR parts 303, 375, and new parts and subparts ............................................................................ 2017 2018 

Year 2 (fall 2009) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 

49 CFR part 386—Rules of Practice for Motor Carrier, Broker, Freight Forwarder, and Hazardous Materials Proceedings 

• Section 610: There is SEIOSNOSE, as a significant number of small entities are affected by fees and reporting 

requirements in the regulation. It was found that the cost of a formal hearing to appeal a decision may have a 

significant impact on small firms. 

• General: The Agency will assess the need for changes once the review of these regulations is complete. FMCSA’s 

plain language review of these regulations indicates no need for substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 395—Hours of Service of Drivers 

• This has been postponed, due to initiation of new rulemaking; Agency is set to publish in July 2011. 

Year 2 (fall 2009) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

49 CFR part 389—Rulemaking Procedures — Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

49 CFR part 325—Compliance With Interstate Motor Carrier Noise Emission 


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49 CFR part 388—Cooperative Agreements With States 

49 CFR part 350—Commercial Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program 

49 CFR part 355—Compatibility of State Laws and Regulations Affecting Interstate Motor Carrier Operations 

NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 49 CFR 571.223 through 571.500 and parts 575 and 579 .................................................................... 2008 2009 

2 23 CFR parts 1200 and 1300 ................................................................................................................. 2009 2010 

3 49 CFR parts 501 through 526 and 571.213 ......................................................................................... 2010 2011 

4 49 CFR 571.131, 571.217, 571.220, 571.221, and 571.222 .................................................................. 2011 2012 

5 49 CFR 571.101 through 571.110, and 571.135, 571.138, and 571.139 .............................................. 2012 2013 

6 49 CFR parts 529 through 578, except parts 571 and 575 ................................................................... 2013 2014 

7 49 CFR 571.111 through 571.129 and parts 580 through 588 .............................................................. 2014 2015 

8 49 CFR 571.201 through 571.212 .......................................................................................................... 2015 2016 

9 49 CFR 571.214 through 571.219, except 571.217 ............................................................................... 2016 2017 

10 49 CFR parts 591 through 595 and new parts and subparts ................................................................ 2017 2018 

Year 2 (fall 2009) List of rules analyzed and a summary of the results 

23 CFR part 1200—Uniform Procedures for State Highway Safety Programs 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1205—Highway Safety Programs; Determinations of Effectiveness 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1206—Rules of Procedure for Invoking Sanctions Under the Highway Safety Act of 1966 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1208—National Minimum Drinking Age 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1210—Operation of Motor Vehicles by Intoxicated Minors 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1215—Use of Safety Belts—Compliance and Transfer-of-Funds Procedures 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1225—Operation of Motor Vehicles by Intoxicated Persons 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1235—Uniform System for Parking for Persons with Disabilities 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1240—Safety Incentive Grants for Use of Seat Belts-Allocations Based on Seat Belt Use Rates 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1250—Political Subdivision Participation in State Highway Safety Programs 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1251—State Highway Safety Agency 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

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23 CFR part 1252—State Matching of Planning and Administration Costs 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1270—Open Container Laws 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1275—Repeat Intoxicated Driver Laws 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1313—Incentive Grant Criteria for Alcohol-Impaired Driving Prevention Programs 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1327-Procedures for Participating in and Receiving Information From the National Driver Register Problem 

Driver Pointer System 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1335—State Highway Safety Data Improvements 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1340—Uniform Criteria for State Observational Surveys of Seat Belt Use 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1345—Incentive Grant Criteria for Occupant Protection Programs 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

23 CFR part 1350—Incentive Grant Criteria for Motorcycle Safety Program 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. No small entities are affected. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. NHTSA’s plain 

language review of these rules indicates no need for substantial revision. 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

49 CFR part 501—Organization and Delegation of Powers and Duties 

49 CFR part 509—OMB Control Numbers for Information Collection Requirements 

49 CFR part 510—Information Gathering Powers 

49 CFR part 511—Adjudicative Procedures 

49 CFR part 512—Confidential Business Information 

49 CFR part 520—Procedures for Considering Environmental Impacts 

49 CFR part 523—Vehicle Classification 

49 CFR part 525—Exemptions from Average Fuel Economy Standards 

49 CFR part 526—Petitions and Plans for Relief Under the Automobile Fuel Efficiency Act of 1980 

49 CFR 571.213—Child Restraint Systems 

FEDERAL RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 49 CFR parts 200 and 201 ..................................................................................................................... 2008 2009 

2 49 CFR parts 207, 209, 211, 215, 238, and 256 ................................................................................... 2009 2010 

3 49 CFR parts 210, 212, 214, 217, and 268 ........................................................................................... 2010 2011 

4 49 CFR part 219 ..................................................................................................................................... 2011 2012 

5 49 CFR parts 218, 221, 241, and 244 .................................................................................................... 2012 2013 

6 49 CFR parts 216, 228, and 229 ............................................................................................................ 2013 2014 

7 49 CFR parts 223 and 233 ..................................................................................................................... 2014 2015 

8 49 CFR parts 224, 225, 231, and 234 .................................................................................................... 2015 2016 

9 49 CFR parts 222, 227, 235, 236, 250, 260, and 266 ........................................................................... 2016 2017 

10 49 CFR parts 213, 220, 230, 232, 239, 240, and 265 ........................................................................... 2017 2018 


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Year 2 (fall 2009) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 

49 FR part 207—Railroad Police Officers 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FRA’s plain 

language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 209—Railroad Safety Enforcement Procedures 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FRA’s plain 

language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 211—Rules of Practice 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FRA’s plain 

language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 215—Railroad Freight Car Safety Standards 

• Section 610: There is a SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. This rule already limits economic impact on small entities through Appendix 

D of the rule. FRA’s plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 238—Passenger Equipment Safety Standards 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FRA’s plain 

language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 256—Financial Assistance for Railroad Passenger Terminals 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. 

• General: No changes are needed. These regulations are cost effective and impose the least burden. FRA’s plain 

language review of the rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rule(s) that will be analyzed during next year 

49 CFR part 210—Railroad Noise Emission Compliance Regulations 

49 CFR part 212—State Safety Participation Regulations 

49 CFR part 214—Railroad Workplace Safety 

49 CFR part 217—Railroad Operating Rules 

49 CFR part 268—Magnetic Levitation Transportation Technology Deployment Program 

FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 49 CFR parts 604, 605, and 633 ............................................................................................................ 2008 2009 

2 49 CFR parts 661 and 665 ..................................................................................................................... 2009 2010 

3 49 CFR part 633 ..................................................................................................................................... 2010 2011 

4 49 CFR parts 609 and 611 ..................................................................................................................... 2011 2012 

5 49 CFR parts 613 and 614 ..................................................................................................................... 2012 2013 

6 49 CFR part 622 ..................................................................................................................................... 2013 2014 

7 49 CFR part 630 ..................................................................................................................................... 2014 2015 

8 49 CFR part 639 ..................................................................................................................................... 2015 2016 

9 49 CFR parts 659 and 663 ..................................................................................................................... 2016 2017 

10 49 CFR part 665 ..................................................................................................................................... 2017 2018 

Year 2 (fall 2009) List of rules analyzed and summary of results 

49 CFR part 665—Bus Testing 

• Section 610: The Agency has determined that the rule will not have a significant effect on a substantial number 

of small entities. 

• General: This rulemaking amends FTA’s bus testing program to incorporate brake performance and emission tests. 

The rule also clarifies existing regulatory requirements and was drafted using plain language techniques. 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

49 CFR part 605—School Bus Operations 

49 CFR part 633—Capital Project Management 

MARITIME ADMINISTRATION 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 46 CFR parts 201 through 205 ............................................................................................................... 2008 2009 


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SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

2 46 CFR parts 221 through 232 ............................................................................................................... 2009 2010 

3 46 CFR parts 249 through 296 ............................................................................................................... 2010 2011 

4 46 CFR part 298 ..................................................................................................................................... 2011 2012 

5 46 CFR parts 307 through 309 ............................................................................................................... 2012 2013 

6 46 CFR part 310 ..................................................................................................................................... 2013 2014 

7 46 CFR parts 315 through 340 ............................................................................................................... 2014 2015 

8 46 CFR parts 345 through 381 ............................................................................................................... 2015 2016 

9 46 CFR parts 382 through 389 ............................................................................................................... 2016 2017 

10 46 CFR parts 390 through 393 ............................................................................................................... 2017 2018 

Year 2 (fall 2009) List of rules analyzed and a summary of the results 

46 CFR part 221—Regulated Transactions Involving Documented Vessels and Other Maritime Interests 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will 

not be significant. 

• General: No changes are needed. Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, revisions will be made. 

46 CFR part 232—Uniform Financial Reporting Requirements 

• Section 610: No SEIOSNOSE. Some small entities may be affected, but the economic impact on small entities will 

not be significant. 

• General: No changes are needed. Where confusing or wordy language has been identified, revisions will be made. 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

46 CFR part 249—Approval of Underwriters for Marine Hull Insurance 

46 CFR part 251—Application for Subsidies and Other Direct Financial Aid 

46 CFR part 252—Operating-Differential Subsidy for Bulk Cargo Vessels Engaged in Worldwide Services 

46 CFR part 272—Requirements and Procedures for Conducting Condition Surveys and Administering Maintenance and 

Repair Subsidy 

46 CFR part 276—Construction-Differential Subsidy Repayment 

46 CFR part 277—Domestic and Foreign Trade; Interpretations 

46 CFR part 280—Limitations on the Award and Payment of Operating-Differential Subsidy for Liner Operators 

46 CFR part 281—Information and Procedure Required under Liner Operating-Differential Subsidy Agreements 

46 CFR part 282—Operating-Differential Subsidy for Liner Vessels Engaged in Essential Services in the Foreign Commerce 

of the United States 

46 CFR part 283—Dividend Policy for Operators Receiving Operating-Differential Subsidy 

46 CFR part 287—Establishment of Construction Reserve Funds 

46 CFR part 289—Insurance of Construction-Differential Subsidy Vessels, Operating-Differential Subsidy Vessels, and 

of Vessels Sold or Adjusted Under the Merchant Ship Sales Act of 1946 

46 CFR part 295—Maritime Security Program (MSP) 

46 CFR part 296—Maritime Security Program (MSP) 

PIPELINE AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (PHMSA) 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 49 CFR part 178 ..................................................................................................................................... 2008 2009 

2 49 CFR parts 178 through 180 ............................................................................................................... 2009 2010 

3 49 CFR parts 172 and 175 ..................................................................................................................... 2010 2011 

4 49 CFR part 171, sections 171.15 and 171.16 ...................................................................................... 2011 2012 

5 49 CFR parts 106, 107, 171, 190, and 195 ........................................................................................... 2012 2013 

6 49 CFR parts 174, 177, 191, and 192 .................................................................................................... 2013 2014 

7 49 CFR parts 176 and 199 ..................................................................................................................... 2014 2015 

8 49 CFR parts 172 through 178 ............................................................................................................... 2015 2016 

9 49 CFR parts 172, 173, 174, 176, 177, and 193 ................................................................................... 2016 2017 

10 49 CFR parts 173 and 194 ..................................................................................................................... 2017 2018 

Year 2 (fall 2009) List of rules analyzed and a summary of results 

49 CFR part 178—Specifications for Packagings 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. A substantial number of small entities, particularly those that use performance 

oriented packagings, may be affected by this rule, but the economic impact on those entities is not significant. 


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• General: This rule prescribes minimum Federal safety standards for the construction of DOT specification packagings, 

these requirements are necessary to protect transportation workers and the public and to ensure the survivability 

of DOT specification packagings during transportation incidents. PHMSA’s plain language review of this rule indicates 

no need for substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 179—Specifications for Tank Cars 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. This rule prescribes specification requirements as minimum safety standards 

for rail tank cars used to transport hazardous materials in commerce. Some small entities may be affected, but the 

economic impact on small entities is not significant. 

• General: Specification requirements for tank cars are considered minimum Federal safety standards that are necessary 

to protect transportation workers and the public and to ensure the survivability of DOT specification packagings 

during transportation incidents. PHMSA’s plain language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

49 CFR part 180—Continuing Qualification and Maintenance of Packagings 

• Section 610: There is no SEIOSNOSE. This rule impacts a substantial number of small entities, but when the 

survivability, durability, and service life of DOT specification packagings covered under this rule are fully considered, 

the economic impact on those entities is not significant. 

• General: This rule prescribes requirements for maintaining and verifying the integrity of DOT specification packagings 

used for the transportation of hazardous materials in commerce. This rule ensures that DOT specification packagings 

continue to conform to the specifications to which they were originally manufactured and designed. PHMSA’s plain 

language review of this rule indicates no need for substantial revision. 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

49 CFR part 172—Hazardous Materials Table, Special Provisions, Hazardous Materials Communications, Emergency 

Response Information, Training Requirements, and Security Plans 

49 CFR part 175—Carriage By Aircraft 

RESEARCH AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATION (RITA) 

SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 14 CFR part 241, form 41 ....................................................................................................................... 2008 2009 

2 14 CFR part 241, schedule T-100, and part 217 ................................................................................... 2009 2010 

3 14 CFR part 298 ..................................................................................................................................... 2010 2011 

4 14 CFR part 241, section 19-7 ............................................................................................................... 2011 2012 

5 14 CFR part 291 ..................................................................................................................................... 2012 2013 

6 14 CFR part 234 ..................................................................................................................................... 2013 2014 

7 14 CFR part 249 ..................................................................................................................................... 2014 2015 

8 14 CFR part 248 ..................................................................................................................................... 2015 2016 

9 14 CFR part 250 ..................................................................................................................................... 2016 2017 

10 14 CFR part 374a, ICAO ........................................................................................................................ 2017 2018 

Year 1 (fall 2008) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

14 CFR part 241—Uniform System of Accounts and Reports for Large Certificated Air Carriers, Form 41 

Year 2 (fall 2009) List of rules analyzed and a summary of the results 

14 CFR part 241—Schedule T-100 

• Section 610: There is no SEIONOSE. Part 241 Schedule T-100 applies to only large certificated air carriers. 

• General: Part 241 Schedule T-100 is a monthly report of on-flight market and nonstop segment traffic data for 

flights operated by large certificated air carriers. This regulation is being reviewed as part of an overall aviation 

data requirements review and modernization program, which will also take into account the plain language initiative. 

14 CFR part 217—Reporting Traffic Statistics by Foreign Air Carriers in Civilian Scheduled, Charter, and Nonscheduled 

Services - Schedule T-100(f) 

• Section 610: There is no SEIONOSE. This regulation applies to foreign air carriers that operate to or from the 

United States. Currently 93 percent of the reporting carriers are large foreign air carriers. 

• General: This regulation requires the submission of traffic data for operations to or from the United States. This 

regulation is being reviewed as part of an overall aviation data requirements review and modernization program, 

which will also take into account the plain language initiative 

Year 3 (fall 2010) List of rules that will be analyzed during the next year 

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SECTION 610 AND OTHER REVIEWS 

Year Regulations To Be Reviewed Analysis Year Review Year 

1 33 CFR parts 401 through 403 ............................................................................................................... 2008 2009 

Year 1 (fall 2008) List of rules with ongoing analysis 

33 CFR part 401—Seaway Regulations and Rules 

33 CFR part 402—Tariff of Tolls 

33 CFR part 403—Rules of Procedure of the Joint Tolls Review Board 

Office of the Secretary—Proposed Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

408 Use of the Seat-Strapping Method for Carrying a Wheelchair on an Aircraft .............................................................. 2105–AD87 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

Office of the Secretary—Final Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

409 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise; Potential Program Improvements ...................................................................... 2105–AD75 

410 ŒEnhancing Airline Passenger Protections—Part 2 (Reg Plan Seq No. 113) ............................................................ 2105–AD92 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

References in boldface appear in The Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. 

Office of the Secretary—Completed Actions 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

411 Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs ......................................................... 2105–AD95 

412 Posting of Flight Delay Data on Websites (Completion of a Section 610 Review) .................................................. 2105–AE02 

Federal Aviation Administration—Proposed Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

413 ŒQualification, Service, and Use of Crewmembers and Aircraft Dispatchers (Reg Plan Seq No. 114) ..................... 2120–AJ00 

414 ŒAir Ambulance and Commercial Helicopter Operations; Safety Initiatives and Miscellaneous Amendments (Reg 

Plan Seq No. 115) ...................................................................................................................................................... 2120–AJ53 

415 ŒOperation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SUAS) ............................................................... 2120–AJ60 

416 ŒRepair Stations ............................................................................................................................................................ 2120–AJ61 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

References in boldface appear in The Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. 

Federal Aviation Administration—Final Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

417 ŒPart 121 Activation of Ice Protection .......................................................................................................................... 2120–AJ43 

418 ŒFlight and Duty Time Limitations and Rest Requirements (Reg Plan Seq No. 116) ................................................ 2120–AJ58 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

References in boldface appear in The Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. 


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Federal Aviation Administration—Long-Term Actions 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

419 ŒPart 121 Exiting Icing Conditions ................................................................................................................................ 2120–AJ74 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

Federal Aviation Administration—Completed Actions 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

420 ŒCommuter Operations in Very Light Jets (VLJs) ........................................................................................................ 2120–AI84 

421 ŒAutomatic Dependent Surveillance—Broadcast (ADS-B) Equipage Mandate To Support Air Traffic Control Service ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2120–AI92 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration—Proposed Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

422 ŒUnified Registration System ........................................................................................................................................ 2126–AA22 

423 ŒHours of Service (Reg Plan Seq No. 119) ................................................................................................................ 2126–AB26 

424 ŒDrivers of Commercial Vehicles: Restricting the Use of Cellular Phones (Section 610 Review) (Reg Plan Seq 

No. 120) ....................................................................................................................................................................... 2126–AB29 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

References in boldface appear in The Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration—Final Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

425 Brokers of Household Goods Transportation by Motor Vehicle ................................................................................... 2126–AA84 

426 ŒNational Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (Reg Plan Seq No. 121) ............................................................. 2126–AA97 

427 ŒCommercial Driver’s License Testing and Commercial Learner’s Permit Standards ................................................ 2126–AB02 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

References in boldface appear in The Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration—Long-Term Actions 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

428 ŒSafety Monitoring System and Compliance Initiative for Mexico-Domiciled Motor Carriers Operating in the United 

States ........................................................................................................................................................................... 2126–AA35 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration—Completed Actions 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

429 ŒCargo Insurance for Property Loss or Damage .......................................................................................................... 2126–AB21 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 


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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration—Final Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

430 ŒEjection Mitigation (Reg Plan Seq No. 125) .............................................................................................................. 2127–AK23 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

References in boldface appear in The Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration—Completed Actions 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

431 ŒPassenger Car and Light Truck Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards MYs 2012-2016 ............................. 2127–AK50 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

Federal Railroad Administration—Proposed Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

432 ŒHours of Service: Passenger Train Employees (Rulemaking Resulting From a Section 610 Review) (Reg 

Plan Seq No. 126) ...................................................................................................................................................... 2130–AC15 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

References in boldface appear in The Regulatory Plan in part II of this issue of the Federal Register. 

Federal Railroad Administration—Completed Actions 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

433 ŒPositive Train Control .................................................................................................................................................. 2130–AC03 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

Federal Transit Administration—Proposed Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

434 ŒCapital Project Management ....................................................................................................................................... 2132–AA92 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration—Final Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

435 ŒHazardous Materials: Revisions to Requirements for the Transportation of Lithium Batteries ................................. 2137–AE44 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 

Maritime Administration—Proposed Rule Stage 

Sequence 

Number Title 

Regulation 

Identifier 

Number 

436 ŒCargo Preference—Compromise, Assessment, Mitigation, Settlement & Collection of Civil Penalties .................... 2133–AB75 

Œ DOT-designated significant regulation 


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Office of the Secretary (OST) 

408. USE OF THE SEAT–STRAPPING 

METHOD FOR CARRYING A 

WHEELCHAIR ON AN AIRCRAFT 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 41705 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

address whether carriers should be 

allowed to utilize the seat-strapping 

method to stow a passenger’s 

wheelchair in the aircraft cabin. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 03/00/11 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Blane A. Workie, 

Attorney, Department of 

Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 

1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, 

Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366–9342 

TDD Phone: 202 755–7687 

Fax: 202 366–7152 

Email: blane.workie@ost.dot.gov 

RIN: 2105–AD87 

Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage 

Office of the Secretary (OST) 

409. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS 

ENTERPRISE; POTENTIAL PROGRAM 

IMPROVEMENTS 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 329; 49 USC 

ch 401, 411, and 417; 49 USC 47107; 

49 USC 47113; 49 USC 47123; PL 105— 

59, sec 101(b) 

Abstract: This rulemaking would seek 

comments on alternatives concerning 

how to count participation by 

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise 

(DBE) firms in situations where the 

firms obtain items used in the 

performance of a contract from outside 

sources, including prime contractors. It 

would also seek comments on means 

of encouraging ‘‘unbundling’’ of 

contracts to facilitate participation by 

DBEs and other small businesses, on 

improving program forms and program 

oversight, and on ways of facilitating 

interstate certification. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

ANPRM 04/08/09 74 FR 15904 

ANPRM Comment 

Period End 

07/07/09 

NPRM 05/10/10 75 FR 25815 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

07/09/10 

Final Rule 12/00/10 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Robert C Ashby, 

Deputy Assistant General Counsel for 

Regulation and Enforcement, 

Department of Transportation, Office of 

the Secretary, 1200 New Jersey Avenue 

SE, Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366–4723 

TDD Phone: 202 755–7687 

Email: bob.ashby@ost.dot.gov 

RIN: 2105–AD75 

410. ŒENHANCING AIRLINE 

PASSENGER PROTECTIONS—PART 2 

Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 

113 in part II of this issue of the 

Federal Register. 

RIN: 2105–AD92 

Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions 

Office of the Secretary (OST) 

411. PROCEDURES FOR 

TRANSPORTATION WORKPLACE 

DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING 

PROGRAMS 

Legal Authority: 40 USC 102; 40 USC 

301; 40 USC 322; 40 USC 5331; 40 USC 

20140; 40 USC 31306; 40 USC 31306; 

40 USC 54101 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

propose to amend certain provisions of 

its drug and alcohol testing procedures 

that will address collection and testing 

of urine specimens. These changes 

would affect the role and standards 

applying to collectors and Medical 

Review Officers (MROs). The proposed 

changes are intended to create 

consistency with requirements 

established by the U.S. Department of 

Health and Human Services. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 02/04/10 75 FR 5722 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

04/05/10 

Final Rule 08/16/10 75 FR 49850 

Final Rule Effective 10/01/10 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Mr. Mark Snider, 

Senior Policy Advisor, Department of 

Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 

1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, W62–300, 

Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366–6367 

Fax: 202 366–3897 

Email: mark.snider@dot.gov 

RIN: 2105–AD95 

412. ∑ POSTING OF FLIGHT DELAY 

DATA ON WEBSITES (COMPLETION 

OF A SECTION 610 REVIEW) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 329 chs 401 

and 417 

Abstract: This direct final rule amends 

the time period for uploading flight 

performance information to an air 

carrier’s website from anytime between 

the 20th and 23rd day of the month 

to the fourth Saturday of the month. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

Direct Final Rule; 

Request for 

Comments 

06/21/10 75 FR 34925 

Final Rule Effective 07/21/10 

Direct Final Rule; 

Confirmation of 

Effective Date 

07/22/10 75 FR 42599 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

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DOT—OST Completed Actions 

Agency Contact: Blane A. Workie, 

Attorney, Department of 

Transportation, Office of the Secretary, 

1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, 

Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366–9342 

TDD Phone: 202 755–7687 

Fax: 202 366–7152 

Email: blane.workie@ost.dot.gov 

RIN: 2105–AE02 

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Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage 

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 

413. ŒQUALIFICATION, SERVICE, AND 

USE OF CREWMEMBERS AND 

AIRCRAFT DISPATCHERS 

Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 

114 in part II of this issue of the 

Federal Register. 

RIN: 2120–AJ00 

414. ŒAIR AMBULANCE AND 

COMMERCIAL HELICOPTER 

OPERATIONS; SAFETY INITIATIVES 

AND MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS 

Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 

115 in part II of this issue of the 

Federal Register. 

RIN: 2120–AJ53 

415. ŒOPERATION AND 

CERTIFICATION OF SMALL 

UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS 

(SUAS) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44701 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

enable small unmanned aircraft to 

safely operate in limited portions of the 

national airspace system (NAS). This 

action is necessary because it addresses 

the novel legal or policy issues about 

the minimum safety parameters for 

operating recreational remote control 

model and toy aircraft in the NAS. The 

intended effect of this action is to 

develop requirements and standards to 

ensure that risks are adequately 

mitigated, such that safety is 

maintained for the entire aviation 

community. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 03/00/11 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Stephen A Glowacki, 

Department of Transportation, Federal 

Aviation Administration, 800 

Independence Avenue SW, 

Washington, DC 20591 

Phone: 202 385–4898 

Email: stephen.a.glowacki@faa.gov 

RIN: 2120–AJ60 

416. ŒREPAIR STATIONS 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 44701; 49 

USC 44702; 49 USC 106(g); 49 USC 

40113; 49 USC 44701 to 44702; 49 USC 

44707; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44717 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

update and revise the regulations for 

repair stations. The action is necessary 

because many portions of the current 

regulations do not reflect current repair 

station business practices, aircraft 

maintenance practices, or advances in 

aircraft technology. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 03/00/11 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: John J Goodwin, 

Department of Transportation, Federal 

Aviation Administration, 950 L’Enfant 

Plaza North SW, Washington, DC 20024 

Phone: 202 385–6417 

Email: john.j.goodwin@faa.gov 

RIN: 2120–AJ61 

Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage 

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 

417. ŒPART 121 ACTIVATION OF ICE 

PROTECTION 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 

USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 

44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44705; 

49 USC 44709 to 44711; 49 USC 44713; 

49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44722; 49 USC 

44901; 49 USC 44903; 49 USC 44912; 

49 USC 46105; 49 USC 44702; 49 USC 

44717; 49 USC 44904 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

amend the regulations applicable to 

operators of certain airplanes used in 

air carrier service and certificated for 

flight in icing conditions. The 

standards would require either the 

installation of ice detection equipment 

or changes to the Airplane Flight 

Manual to ensure timely activation of 

the airframe ice protection system. This 

regulation is the result of information 

gathered from a review of icing 

accidents and incidents, and it is 

intended to improve the level of safety 

when airplanes are operated in icing 

conditions. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 11/23/09 74 FR 61055 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

02/22/10 

Final Rule 05/00/11 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Jerry Ostronic, Air 

Carrier Operations Branch, AFS 220, 

Department of Transportation, Federal 

Aviation Administration, 800 

Independence Avenue SW, 

Washington, DC 20591 

Phone: 202 267–8166 

Fax: 202 267–5229 

Email: jerry.c.ostronic@faa.gov 

RIN: 2120–AJ43 

418. ŒFLIGHT AND DUTY TIME 

LIMITATIONS AND REST 

REQUIREMENTS 

Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 

116 in part II of this issue of the 

Federal Register. 

RIN: 2120–AJ58 


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Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 

419. ∑ ŒPART 121 EXITING ICING 

CONDITIONS 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 

USC 40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 

44101; 49 USC 44701; 49 USC 44702; 

49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 

44710; 49 USC 44711; 49 USC 44713; 

49 USC 44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 

44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 44903; 

49 USC 44904; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 

46105 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

require detection of ice formation 

behind the airframe ice protection 

system and, upon detection, would 

require the pilot to exit icing 

conditions. If adopted, this rule would 

apply to aircraft with a maximum 

takeoff weight of less than 60,000 

pounds. This rulemaking is based on 

recommendations from an Aviation 

Rulemaking Advisory Committee 

working group after reviewing certain 

accidents and incidents. The intended 

effect of this action is to avoid similar 

accidents and incidents in the future. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 12/00/11 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Robert Hettman, 

ANM–112, Transport Airplane 

Directorate, Department of 

Transportation, Federal Aviation 

Administration, 1601 Lind Avenue, 

SW, Renton, WA 98057 

Phone: 425 227–2683 

Email: robert.hettman@faa.gov 

RIN: 2120–AJ74 

Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions 

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 

420. ŒCOMMUTER OPERATIONS IN 

VERY LIGHT JETS (VLJS) 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 106(g); 49 

USC 1155; 49 USC 40103; 49 USC 

40113; 49 USC 40119; 49 USC 40120; 

49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 

44701; 49 USC 44705; 49 USC 44709 

to 44713; 49 USC 44715 to 44717; 49 

USC 44722; 49 USC 44901; 49 USC 

44903; 49 USC 44912; 49 USC 46105; 

49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46316; 49 USC 

46504; 49 USC 46506; 49 USC 47122; 

49 USC 47508; 49 USC 47528 to 47531; 

49 USC 44702; 49 USC 44904; 49 USC 

46507 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

establish a rule to allow passengercarrying commuter operations to be 

conducted under the provisions of part 

135 using multiengine turbojets, 

certificated under either part 23 or part 

25, configured with nine or fewer 

passenger seats. The rulemaking would 

allow multiengine turbojet operators to 

provide commuter service to the 

traveling public, thus accommodating 

new technologies and a new generation 

of turbojet airplanes that otherwise 

would not be allowed in part 135 

commuter service. Since 1995, turbojets 

used in scheduled operations must 

operate under the provisions of part 

121. This current rulemaking resulted, 

in part, from recommendations from 

the Aviation Rulemaking Committee for 

parts 14 CFR 135/125 and covers pilot 

crew, equipment, training, and dispatch 

requirements for the safe operation of 

this new generation airplane. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

Terminated 08/27/10 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Alberta Brown, Air 

Transportation Division, Department of 

Transportation, Federal Aviation 

Administration, 800 Independence 

Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591 

Phone: 202 267–8321 

RIN: 2120–AI84 

421. ŒAUTOMATIC DEPENDENT 

SURVEILLANCE—BROADCAST 

(ADS–B) EQUIPAGE MANDATE TO 

SUPPORT AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL 

SERVICE 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 1155; 49 USC 

40103; 49 USC 40113; 49 USC 40120; 

49 USC 44101; 49 USC 44111; 49 USC 

44701; 49 USC 44709; 49 USC 44711; 

49 USC 44712; 49 USC 44715; 49 USC 

44716; 49 USC 44717; 49 USC 44722; 

49 USC 46306; 49 USC 46315; 49 USC 

46316; 49 USC 46504; 49 USC 46506; 

49 USC 47122; 49 USC 47508; 49 USC 

47528 to 47531; 49 USC 106(g); Articles 

12 and 29 of 61stat.1180; 49 USC 46507 

Abstract: This rulemaking would add 

equipage requirements and performance 

standards for Automatic Dependent 

Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out 

avionics on aircraft operating in 

specified classes of airspace within the 

U.S. National Airspace System. This 

action facilitates the use of ADS-B for 

aircraft surveillance by FAA and 

Department of Defense (DOD) air traffic 

controllers to safely and efficiently 

accommodate aircraft operations and 

the expected increase in demand for air 

transportation. This rule would also 

provide aircraft operators with a 

platform for additional flight 

applications and services. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 10/05/07 72 56947 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

11/19/07 

NPRM Comment 

Period Extended 

01/03/08 

Comment Period 

Extended 

03/03/08 

NPRM Comment 

Period Reopened 

10/02/08 73 57270 

Comment Period End 11/03/08 

Final Action 05/28/10 75 30160 

Technical Amendment 06/30/10 75 37712 

Correction 06/30/10 75 37711 

Final Action Effective 08/11/10 

Compliance Date 01/01/20 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Vincent Capezzuto, 

Federal Aviation Administration, 

Department of Transportation, Federal 

Aviation Administration, 800 

Independence Avenue SW, 

Washington, DC 20591 

Phone: 202 385–8637 

Email: vincent.capezzuto@faa.gov 

RIN: 2120–AI92 

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Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) 

422. ŒUNIFIED REGISTRATION 

SYSTEM 

Legal Authority: PL 104–88; 109 Stat 

803, 888 (1995); 49 USC 13908; PL 

109–159, sec 4304 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

replace three current identification and 

registration systems: the US DOT 

number identification system, the 

commercial registration system, and the 

financial responsibility system, with an 

online Federal unified registration 

system (URS). This program would 

serve as a clearinghouse and depository 

of information on, and identification of, 

brokers, freight forwarders, and others 

required to register with the 

Department of Transportation. The 

Agency is revising this rulemaking to 

address amendments directed by 

SAFETEA-LU. The replacement system 

for the Single State Registration System, 

which the ICC Termination Act 

originally directed be merged under 

URS, was addressed separately in RIN 

2126-AB09. The cargo insurance 

portion of this rulemaking has been 

split off into RIN 2126-AB21. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

ANPRM 08/26/96 61 FR 43816 

ANPRM Comment 

Period End 

10/25/96 

NPRM 05/19/05 70 FR 28990 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

08/17/05 

Supplemental NPRM 03/00/11 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Valerie Height, 

Management Analyst, Department of 

Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier 

Safety Administration, Office of Policy 

Plans and Regulation (MC–PRR), 1200 

New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, 

DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366–0901 

Email: valerie.height@dot.gov 

RIN: 2126–AA22 

423. ŒHOURS OF SERVICE 

Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 

119 in part II of this issue of the 

Federal Register. 

RIN: 2126–AB26 

424. ŒDRIVERS OF COMMERCIAL 

VEHICLES: RESTRICTING THE USE 

OF CELLULAR PHONES (SECTION 

610 REVIEW) 

Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 

120 in part II of this issue of the 

Federal Register. 

RIN: 2126–AB29 

Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) 

425. BROKERS OF HOUSEHOLD 

GOODS TRANSPORTATION BY 

MOTOR VEHICLE 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 13501; 

SAFETEA–LU sec 4212; 49 USC 13901; 

49 USC 13902 

Abstract: FMCSA amends its 

regulations to require brokers that 

arrange the transportation of household 

goods in interstate or foreign commerce 

for consumers comply with certain 

consumer protection requirements. 

Brokers must provide: their U.S. DOT 

number on their advertisements and 

internet web sites; estimates of 

expected moving charges and brokerage 

fees; FMCSA pamphlets containing tips 

for successful moves and the 

consumer’s rights and responsibilities; 

and the broker’s policies concerning 

deposits, cancellations, and refunds. 

This rulemaking is in response to the 

Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient 

Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for 

Users (SAFETEA-LU) and a petition for 

rulemaking from the American Moving 

and Storage Association. This 

rulemaking is intended to ensure that 

individual shippers who arrange for 

transportation of household goods 

through brokers receive necessary 

information regarding their rights and 

responsibilities in connection with 

interstate household goods moves. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

ANPRM 12/22/04 69 FR 76664 

ANPRM Comment 

Period End 

02/22/05 

NPRM 02/08/07 72 FR 5947 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

05/09/07 

Final Rule 12/00/10 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Brodie Mack, Lead 

Transportation Specialist, Department 

of Transportation, Federal Motor 

Carrier Safety Administration, 1200 

New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, 

DC 20590 

Phone: 202 385–8045 

Email: brodie.mac@dot.gov 

RIN: 2126–AA84 

426. ŒNATIONAL REGISTRY OF 

CERTIFIED MEDICAL EXAMINERS 

Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 

121 in part II of this issue of the 

Federal Register. 

RIN: 2126–AA97 

427. ŒCOMMERCIAL DRIVER’S 

LICENSE TESTING AND 

COMMERCIAL LEARNER’S PERMIT 

STANDARDS 

Legal Authority: PL 109–347, sec 703; 

49 USC 31102; PL 105—178, 112 Stat 

414 (1998); PL 99—570, title XII, 100 

Stat.3207 (1086); PL 102—240, sec 

4007(a)(1), Stat 1914, 2151; PL 109— 

59 (2005), sec 4122; 49 USC 31136 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

establish revisions to the commercial 

driver’s license knowledge and skills 

testing standards as required by section 

4019 of TEA-21, implement fraud 

detection and prevention initiatives at 

the State driver licensing agencies as 

required by the SAFE Port Act of 2006, 

and establish new minimum Federal 

standards for States to issue 

commercial learner’s permits (CLPs), 

based in part on the requirements of 

section 4122 of SAFETEA-LU. In 

addition to ensuring the applicant has 

the appropriate knowledge and skills to 

operate a commercial motor vehicle, 

this rule would establish the minimum 

information that must be on the CLP 

document and the electronic driver’s 

record. The rule would also establish 

maximum issuance and renewal 

periods, establish a minimum age limit, 

address issues related to a driver’s State 

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regulatory guidance into the Federal 

regulations. This rule would also 

address issues raised in the SAFE Port 

Act. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 04/09/08 73 FR 19282 

NPRM Comment 

Period Extended 

06/09/08 73 FR 32520 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

06/09/08 

Second NPRM 

Comment Period 

End 

07/09/08 

Final Rule 02/00/11 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Robert Redmond, 

Senior Transportation Specialist, 

Department of Transportation, Federal 

Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 

1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 

Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366–5014 

Email: robert.redmond@dot.gov 

RIN: 2126–AB02 

Department of Transportation (DOT) Long-Term Actions 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) 

428. ŒSAFETY MONITORING SYSTEM 

AND COMPLIANCE INITIATIVE FOR 

MEXICO–DOMICILED MOTOR 

CARRIERS OPERATING IN THE 

UNITED STATES 

Legal Authority: PL 107–87, sec 350; 

49 USC 113; 49 USC 31136; 49 USC 

31144; 49 USC 31502; 49 USC 504; 49 

USC 5113; 49 USC 521(b)(5)(A) 

Abstract: This rule would implement 

a safety monitoring system and 

compliance initiative designed to 

evaluate the continuing safety fitness of 

all Mexico-domiciled carriers within 18 

months after receiving a provisional 

Certificate of Registration or provisional 

authority to operate in the United 

States. It also would establish 

suspension and revocation procedures 

for provisional Certificates of 

Registration and operating authority, 

and incorporate criteria to be used by 

FMCSA in evaluating whether Mexicodomiciled carriers exercise basic safety 

management controls. The interim rule 

included requirements that were not 

proposed in the NPRM but which are 

necessary to comply with the FY-2002 

DOT Appropriations Act. On January 

16, 2003, the Ninth Circuit Court of 

Appeals remanded this rule, along with 

two other NAFTA-related rules, to the 

agency, requiring a full environmental 

impact statement and an analysis 

required by the Clean Air Act. On June 

7, 2004, the Supreme Court reversed 

the Ninth Circuit and remanded the 

case, holding that FMCSA is not 

required to prepare the environmental 

documents. FMCSA originally planned 

to publish a final rule by November 28, 

2003. FMCSA will determine the next 

steps to be taken after enactment of any 

pending legislation authorizing cross 

border trucking. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 05/03/01 66 FR 22415 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

07/02/01 

Interim Final Rule 03/19/02 67 FR 12758 

Interim Final Rule 

Comment Period 

End 

04/18/02 

Interim Final Rule 

Effective 

05/03/02 

Notice of Intent To 

Prepare an EIS 

08/26/03 68 FR 51322 

EIS Public Scoping 

Meetings 

10/08/03 68 FR 58162 

Next Action Undetermined 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Dominick Spataro, 

Chief, Borders Division, Department of 

Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier 

Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey 

Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 266–2995 

Email: dom.spataro@dot.gov 

RIN: 2126–AA35 

Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions 

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) 

429. ŒCARGO INSURANCE FOR 

PROPERTY LOSS OR DAMAGE 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 13906 

Abstract: This final rule would 

eliminate the requirement for most forhire motor carriers of property and 

freight forwarders to maintain cargo 

insurance in prescribed minimum 

amounts and file evidence of this 

insurance with FMCSA. Household 

goods motor carriers and household 

goods freight forwarders would 

continue to be subject to this cargo 

insurance requirement. This rule was 

split from RIN 2126-AA22. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

Final Rule 06/22/10 75 FR 35318 

Final Rule Effective 03/21/11 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Brodie Mack, Lead 

Transportation Specialist, Department 

of Transportation, Federal Motor 

Carrier Safety Administration, 1200 

New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, 

DC 20590 

Phone: 202 385–8045 

Email: brodie.mac@dot.gov 

RIN: 2126–AB21 

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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 

430. ŒEJECTION MITIGATION 

Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 

125 in part II of this issue of the 

Federal Register. 

RIN: 2127–AK23 

Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions 

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) 

431. ŒPASSENGER CAR AND LIGHT 

TRUCK CORPORATE AVERAGE FUEL 

ECONOMY STANDARDS MYS 

2012–2016 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 32902; 

delegation of authority at 49 CFR 1.50 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

address Corporate Average Fuel 

Economy (CAFE) standards for light 

trucks and passenger cars for model 

years 2012—2016. CAFE standards 

must be set at least 18 months prior 

to the start of a model year. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 09/28/09 74 FR 49453 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

11/27/09 

Final Rule 05/07/10 75 FR 25324 

Final Rule Effective 07/06/10 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Stephen Wood, 

Director, Rulemaking Division, 

Department of Transportation, National 

Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 

1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, 

Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366–2992 

Email: steve.wood@nhtsa.dot.gov 

RIN: 2127–AK50 

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Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage 

Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) 

432. ŒHOURS OF SERVICE: 

PASSENGER TRAIN EMPLOYEES 

(RULEMAKING RESULTING FROM A 

SECTION 610 REVIEW) 

Regulatory Plan: This entry is Seq. No. 

126 in part II of this issue of the 

Federal Register. 

RIN: 2130–AC15 

Department of Transportation (DOT) Completed Actions 

Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) 

433. ŒPOSITIVE TRAIN CONTROL 

Legal Authority: PL 110—432, sec 104 

(Codified at 49 USC 20157); Rail Safety 

Improvement Act of 2008 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

regulate the submission of Positive 

Train Control plans; the 

implementation of the Positive Train 

Control Systems; and the qualification, 

installation, maintenance and use of the 

these systems required under 49 USC 

20157 or specifically required by the 

Federal Railroad Administration. A 

Final Rule with Request for comments 

was issued on 01/16/2010 and FRA is 

currently preparing responses to the 

comments received. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 07/21/09 74 FR 35950 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

08/20/09 

Final Rule; Request 

for Comments 

01/15/10 75 FR 2598 

Final Rule Effective 03/16/10 

Final Rule 09/27/10 75 FR 59108 

Final Rule Effective 11/26/10 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Kathryn Shelton, 

Trial Attorney, Department of 

Transportation, Federal Railroad 

Administration, 1200 New Jersey 

Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 493–6063 

Email: kathryn.shelton@fra.dot.gov 

RIN: 2130–AC03 

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Federal Transit Administration (FTA) 

434. ŒCAPITAL PROJECT 

MANAGEMENT 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5327(e) 

Abstract: The Federal Transit 

Administration (FTA) is proposing to 

transform its Project Management 

Oversight rule at 49 CFR part 633 into 

a Project Management rule governing 

all major capital projects funded under 

49 U.S.C. chapter 53. As the first step 

in the rulemaking process, this 

rulemaking will obtain the views of the 

industry, other stakeholders, and the 

pubic on a number of subjects, 

including, specifically, the appropriate 

scope of such a rule; the definition of 

‘‘major capital project’’; the technical 

capacity and capability of project 

sponsors; the requirements for Project 

Management Plans; readiness criteria 

for major capital projects; the role of 

risk assessments in project 

development; and financial plans for 

major capital projects. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

ANPRM 09/10/09 74 FR 46515 

ANPRM Comment 

Period End 

11/09/09 

ANPRM Comment 

Period Extended 

11/10/09 74 FR 55279 

Action Date FR Cite 

ANPRM Extended 

Comment Period 

End 

01/08/10 

NPRM 12/00/10 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Jayme Blakesley, 

Attorney–Advisor, Department of 

Transportation, Federal Transit 

Administration, 1200 New Jersey 

Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366–0304 

Email: jayme.blakesley@dot.gov 

RIN: 2132–AA92 

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Department of Transportation (DOT) Final Rule Stage 

Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) 

435. ŒHAZARDOUS MATERIALS: 

REVISIONS TO REQUIREMENTS FOR 

THE TRANSPORTATION OF LITHIUM 

BATTERIES 

Legal Authority: 49 USC 5101 et seq 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

amend the Hazardous Materials 

Regulations to comprehensively address 

the safe transportation of lithium cells 

and batteries. The intent of the 

rulemaking is to strengthen the current 

regulatory framework by imposing more 

effective safeguards, including design 

testing to address risks related to 

internal short circuits, and enhanced 

packaging, hazard communication, and 

operational measures for various types 

and sizes of lithium batteries in specific 

transportation contexts. The rulemaking 

responds to several recommendations 

issued by the National Transportation 

Safety Board. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 01/11/10 75 FR 1302 

NPRM Comment 

Period End 

03/12/10 

Final Rule 01/00/11 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Kevin Leary, 

Transportation Specialist, Department 

of Transportation, Pipeline and 

Hazardous Materials Safety 

Administration, 1200 New Jersey 

Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366–8553 

Email: kevin.leary@dot.gov 

RIN: 2137–AE44 

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Department of Transportation (DOT) Proposed Rule Stage 

Maritime Administration (MARAD) 

436. ŒCARGO PREFERENCE— 

COMPROMISE, ASSESSMENT, 

MITIGATION, SETTLEMENT & 

COLLECTION OF CIVIL PENALTIES 

Legal Authority: PL 110—417 

Abstract: This rulemaking would 

establish part 383 of the Cargo 

Preference regulations. This rulemaking 

would cover Public Law 110-417, 

section 3511 National Defense 

Authorization Act for FY2009 statutory 

changes to the cargo preference rules, 

which have not been substantially 

revised since 1971. The rulemaking 

also would include compromise, 

assessment, mitigation, settlement, and 

collection of civil penalties. 

Timetable: 

Action Date FR Cite 

NPRM 12/00/10 

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis 

Required: Yes 

Agency Contact: Christine Gurland, 

Department of Transportation, Maritime 

Administration, 1200 New Jersey 

Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590 

Phone: 202 366–5157 

Email: christine.gurland@dot.gov 

RIN: 2133–AB75 

[FR Doc. 2010–30462 Filed 12–17–10; 8:45 

am] 

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