### ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

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Spring 2015 Regulatory Agenda

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency.

ACTION: Semiannual regulatory flexibility agenda and semiannual regulatory agenda.

SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) publishes the semiannual regulatory agenda

online (the e-Agenda) at http://www.reginfo.gov and at www.regulations.gov to update the public about:

 Regulations currently under development,

 Reviews of existing regulations, and

 Rules completed or canceled since the last agenda.

Definitions:

‘‘E-Agenda,’’ ‘‘online regulatory agenda,’’ and ‘‘semiannual regulatory agenda’’ all refer to the same

comprehensive collection of information that, until 2007, was published in the Federal Register but now

is only available through an online database.

‘‘Regulatory Flexibility Agenda’’ refers to a document that contains information about regulations that

may have a significant impact on a substantial number of small entities

. We continue to publish it in the

Federal Register because it is required by the Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980.

‘‘Unified Regulatory Agenda’’ refers to the collection of all agencies’ agendas with an introduction

prepared by the Regulatory Information Service Center facilitated by the General Services Administration.

‘‘Regulatory Agenda Preamble’’ refers to the document you are reading now. It appears as part of the

Regulatory Flexibility Agenda and introduces both the Regulatory Flexibility Agenda and the e-Agenda.

### “ Reg ulatory Development and Retrospective Review Tracker” refers to an online portal to EPA’s

priority rules and retrospective reviews of existing regulations. More information about the Regulatory

Development and Retrospective Review Tracker appears in section H of this preamble.

F O R F URTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions or comments about a particular

action, please get in touch with the agency contact listed in each agenda entry. If you have general

questions about the semiannual regulatory agenda, please contact: Caryn Muellerleile

(muellerleile.caryn@epa.gov; 202-564-2855).

Table of Contents

A. Links to EPA’s Regulatory Information

B. What Key Statutes and Executive Orders Guide EPA’s Rule and Policymaking Process?

C. How Can You Be Involved in EPA’s Rule and Policymaking Process?

D. What Actions Are Included in the E-Agenda and the Regulatory Agenda?

E. How Is the E-Agenda Organized?

F. What Information Is in the Regulatory Flexibility Agenda and the E-Agenda?

G. How Can You Find Out About Rulemakings That Start Up After the Regulatory Agenda I s Signed?

H

. What Tools Are Available for Mining Regulatory Agenda Data and for Finding More About EPA Rules

and P olicies?

I

. Reviews of Rules with Significant Impacts on a Substantial Number of Small Entities

J

. What Other Special Attention Do es EPA Give to the Impacts of Rules on Small Businesses, Small

Governments, and Small Nonprofit Organizations?

K. Thank You for Collaborating With Us

S UP P LEMENTARY INFORMATION:

A. Links to EPA’s Regulatory Information

 Semiannual Regulatory Agenda: www.reginfo.gov and www.regulations.gov

 S em iannual Regulatory Flexibility Agenda: http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/search/home.action

 Regu l atory Development and Retrospective Review Tracker: www.epa.gov/regdarrt

### B. W h at Key Statutes and Executive Orders Guide EPA’s Rule and Policymaking Process?

A number of environmental laws authorize EPA’s actions, including but not limited to:

 Clean Air Act (CAA),

 Clean Water Act (CWA),

 Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA, or Superfund),

 Emergency Planning and Community Right- to -Know Act (EPCRA),

 Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA),

 Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA),

 Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), and

 Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).

Not only must EPA comply with environmental laws, but also administrative legal requirements that

apply to the issuance of regulations, such as: the Administrative Procedure Act (APA), the Regulatory

Flexibility Act (RFA) as amended by the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act (SBREFA)

,
the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act (UMRA), the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), the National

Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA), and the Congressional Review Act (CRA)

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EPA also meets a number of requirements contained in numerous Executive Orders: 12866,

“Regulatory Planning and Review” (58 FR 51735, Oct . 4, 1993 ), as supplemented by Executive Order

13563, “Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review” (76 FR 3821, Jan. 21, 2011); 12898,

“Environmental Justice” (59 FR 7629, Feb. 16, 1994); 13045, “Children’s Health Protection” (62 FR

19885, Apr. 23, 1997); 13132, “Federalism” (64 FR 43255, Aug. 10, 1999); 13175, “Consultation and

Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments” (65 FR 67249, Nov. 9, 2000); 13211, “Actions Concerning

Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use” (66 FR 28355

, May 22, 2001).

In addit ion to meeting its mission goals and priorities as described above, EPA continues to review its

existing regulations under Executive Order (EO) 13563, “Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review

. ”

This EO provides for periodic retrospective review of existing significant regulations and is intended to

determine whether any such regulations should be modified, streamlined, expanded, or repealed, to

make the Agency's regulatory program more effective or less burdensome in achieving the regulatory

objectives.

### C. Ho w Can You Be Involved in EPA’s Rule and Policymaking Process?

You can make your voice heard by getting in touch with the contact person provided in each agenda

entry. EPA encourages you to participate as early in the process as possible. You may also participate by

commenting on proposed rules publish ed in the Federal Register (FR).

In structions on how to submit your comments are provided in each Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

(NPRM)

. To be most effective, comments should contain information and data that support your position,

and y ou also should explain why EPA should incorporate your suggestion in the rule or other type of

action. You can be particularly helpful and persuasive if you provide examples to illustrate your concerns

and offer specific alternatives.

EPA believes its actions will be more cost effective and protective if the development process includes

stakeholders working with us to help identify the most practical and effective solutions to problems. EPA

encourages you to become involved in its rule and policymaking process. For more information about

public involvement in EPA activities, please visit www.epa.gov/open.

D. What Actions Are Included in the E-Agenda and the Regulatory Flexibility Agenda?

EPA includes regulations in the e-Agenda. However, there is no legal significance to the omission of

an item from the agenda, and EPA generally do es not include the following categories of actions:

 Administrative actions such as delegations of authority, changes of address, or phone numbers;

 Under the CAA: Revisions to state implementation plans; equivalent methods for ambient air quality

monitoring; deletions from the new source performance standards source categories list; delegations of

authority to states; area designations for air quality planning purposes;

 Under FIFRA: Registration-related decisions, actions affecting the status of currently registered

pesticides, and data call-ins;

 Under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act: Actions regarding pesticide tolerances and food

additive regulations;

 Under RCRA: Authorization of State solid waste management plans; hazardous waste delisting

petitions;

###  Unde r the CWA: State Water Quality Standards; deletions from the section 307(a) list of toxic

pollutants; suspensions of toxic testing requirements under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination

System (NPDES ); delegations of NPDES authority to States;

 Under SDWA: Actions on State underground injection control programs.

T he Regulatory Flexibility Agenda includes:

 Actions likely to have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities.

 Rules the Agency has identified for periodic review under section 610 of the RFA.

EPA has no reviews under section 610 of the RFA at this time.

E. How Is the E-Agenda Organized?

You can choose how to organize the agenda entries online by specifying the characteristics of the

entries of interest in the desired individual data fields for both the www.reginfo.gov and

www.regulations.gov versions of the e-Agenda. You can sort based on the following characteristics: EPA

sub agency; stage of rulemaking

, which is explained below; alphabetically by title; and by the Regulation

Identifi er Number (RIN), which is assigned sequentially when an action is added to the agenda.

Each entry in the Agenda is associated with one of five rulemaking stages. The rulemaking stages are:

1. Prerule Stage— Th is section includes EPA actions generally intended to determine whether the

agency should initiate rulemaking. Prerulemakings may include anything that influences or leads to

rulemaking, such as Advance Notices of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRMs ), studies or analyses of the

possible need for regulatory action

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2. Proposed Rule Stage—This section includes EPA rulemaking actions that are within a year of proposal

(pu blication of Notices of Proposed Rulemakings [NPRMs] ).

3. Final Rule Stage—This section includes rules that will be issued as a final rule within a year.

4. Lo ng-Term Actions—This section includes rulemakings for which the next scheduled regulatory action

is after May 2016. We urge you to explore becoming involved even if an action is listed in the Long-Term

category. By the time an action is listed in the Proposed Rules category, you may have missed the

opportunity to participate in certain public meetings or policy dialog ue s.

### 5. Com pleted Actions—This section contains actions that have been promulgated and published in the

Federal Register since publication of the fall 2014 Agenda. It also includes actions that EPA is no longer

considering and has elected to “withdraw.” EPA also announces the results of any RFA section 610

review in this section of the agenda.

F. What Information Is in the Regulatory Flexibility Agenda and the E-Agenda?

The Regulatory Flexibility Agenda entries include only the nine categories of information that are

required by the Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980 and by Federal Register Agenda printing requirements:

Sequence Number, RIN, Title, Description, Statutory Authority, Section 610 Review (if applicable)

,
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required, Schedule and Contact Person. Note that t he electronic version

of the Agenda (E -agenda) has more extensive information on each of these actions.

E-Agenda entries include:

Title: A brief description of the subject of the regulation. The notation ‘‘Section 610 Review’’ follows the

title if we are reviewing the rule as part of our periodic review of existing rules under section 610 of the

RFA (5 U.S.C. 610).

Priority: Entries are placed into one of five categories described below.

a. Economically Significant: Under Executive Order 12866, a rulemaking that may have an annual effect

on the economy of $100 million or more, or adversely affect in a material way the economy, a sector of

the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or State, local, or

tribal governments or communities.

b. Other Significant: A rulemaking that is not economically significant but is considered significant for

other reasons. This category includes rules that may:

1. Create a serious inconsistency or otherwise interfere with an action taken or planned by another

agency;

2. Materially alter the budgetary impact of entitlements, grants, user fees, or loan programs, or the rights

and obligations of recipients; or

3. Raise novel legal or policy issues arising out of legal mandates, the President’s priorities, or the

principles in Executive Order 12866.

### c. S ub stantive, Nonsignificant: A rulemaking that has substantive impacts but is not Significant, Routine

and Frequent, or Informational/Administrative/Other.

d. Routine and Frequent: A rulemaking that is a specific case of a recurring application of a regulatory

program in the Code of Federal Regulations (e.g., certain State Implementation Plans, National Priority

List updates, Significant New Use Rules, State Hazardous Waste Management Program actions, and

Tolerance Exemptions). If an action that would normally be classified Routine and Frequent is reviewed

by the Office of Management and Budget under EO 12866, then we would classify the action as either

“Economically Significant” or “Other Significant.”

e. Informational/Administrative/Other: An action that is primarily informational or pertains to an action

outside the scope of EO 12866.

Major : a rule is "major" under 5 U.S.C. 801 (Pub. L. 104-121) if it has resulted or is likely to result in an

annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more or meets other criteria specified in that Act.

Unfunded Mandates: whether the rule is covered by section 202 of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

of 1995 (Pub. L. 104-4). The Act requires that, before issuing an NPRM likely to result in a mandate that

may result in expenditures by State, local, and tribal governments, in the aggregate, or by the private

sector of more than $100 million in 1 year.

Legal Authority: The sections of the United States Code (U.S.C.), Public Law (P ub. L.), Executive Order

(EO), or common name of the law that authorizes the regulatory action.

CF R Citation: The sections of the Code of Federal Regulations that would be affected by the action.

Legal Deadline: An indication of whether the rule is subject to a statutory or judicial deadline, the date of

that deadline, and whether the deadline pertains to a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, a Final Action, or

some other action.

Abstract: A brief description of the problem the action will address.

Timetable : T he dates and citations (if available) for all past steps and a projected date for at least the next

step for the regulatory action. A date displayed in the form “ 10 /00/ 16” means the agency is predicting the

month and year the action will take place but not the day it will occur. For some entries, the timetable

indicates that the date of the next action is “to be determined.”

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atory Flexibility Analysis Required: Indicates whether EPA has prepared or anticipates that it will be

preparing a regulatory flexibility analysis under section 603 or 604 of the RFA. Generally, such an

analysis is required for proposed or final rules subject to the RFA that EPA believes may have a

significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities.

Small Entities Affected: Indicates whether the rule is anticipated to have any effect on small businesses,

small governments or small nonprofit organizations.

Government Levels Affected: Indicates whether the rule may have any effect on levels of government

and, if s o, whether the governments are State, local, tribal, or Federal.

Federalism Implications: Indicates whether the action is expected to have substantial direct effects on the

States, on the relationship between the National Government and the States, or on the distribution of

power and responsibilities among the various levels of government.

Energy Impacts: Indicates whether the action is a significant energy action under EO 13211.

Sectors Affected: Indicates the main economic sectors regulated by the action. The regulated parties are

identified by their North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes. These codes were

created by the Census Bureau for collecting, analyzing, and publishing statistical data on the U.S.

economy. There are more than 1,000 NAICS codes for sectors in agriculture, mining, manufacturing,

services, and public administration.

International Trade Impacts : Indicates whether the action is likely to have international trade or

investment effects, or otherwise be of international interest.

Agency Contact: The name, address, phone number, and email address, if available, of a person who is

knowledgeable about the regulation.

Additional Information : Other information about the action including docket information.

URLs: F or some actions, the Internet addresses are included for reading copies of rulemaking

documents, submitting comments on proposals, and getting more information about the rulemaking and

the program of which it is a part. (Note: To submit comments on proposals, go to the associated

electronic docket, which is housed at www.regulations.gov. Once there, follow the online instructions to

access the docket in question and submit comments. A docket identification [ ID ] number will assist in the

search for materials.)

### RIN: T he Regulation Identifier Number is used by OMB to identify and track rulemakings. The first four

digits of the RIN identify the EPA office with lead responsibility for developing the action.

G. How Can You Find Out About Rulemakings That Start Up After the Regulatory Agenda I s

Signed?

EPA posts monthly information of new rulemakings that the Agency’s senior managers have

develop ed

. You can find the current list, known as the Action Initiation List; at http://www2.epa.gov/lawsregulations/actions-initiated-month where you will also find information about how to get receive

notification when a new list is posted.

H

. What Tools Are Available for Mining Regulatory Agenda Data and for Finding More About EPA

Rules and Policies?

1. The http://www.reginfo.gov searchable database

The Regulatory Information Service Center and Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs have a

Federal regulatory dashboard that allows users to view the Regulatory Agenda database

(http://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/eAgendaMain), which includes search, display, and data transmission

options.

2. Subject Matter EPA Websites

Some actions listed in the Agenda include a URL that provides additional information about the

action.

3. Public Dockets

When EPA publishes either an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) or a Notice of

Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) in the Federal Register , the Agency typically establishes a docket to

accumulate materials throughout the development process for that rulemaking. The docket serves as the

repository for the collection of documents or information related to a particular Agency action or activity.

EPA most commonly uses dockets for rulemaking actions, but dockets may also be used for RFA section

610 reviews of rules with significant economic impacts on a substantial number of small entities and for

various non-rulemaking activities, such as Federal Register documents seeking public comments on

draft guidance, policy statements, information collection requests under the PRA, and other non-rule

### ac ti v ities. Docket information should be in that action’s agenda entry. All of EPA’s public dockets can be

located at www.regulations.gov.

4. EPA’s Regulatory Development and Retrospective Review Tracker

EPA’s Regulatory Development and Retrospective Review Tracker (www.epa.gov/regdarrt/) serves

as a portal to EPA’s priority rules, providing you with earlier and more frequently updated information

about Agency regulations than is provided by the Regulatory Agenda. It also provides information about

retrospective reviews of existing regulations. Not all of EPA’s Regulatory Agenda entries appear on Reg

DaRRT; only priority rulemakings can be found on this Web site

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I

. Reviews of Rules with Significant Impacts on a Substantial Number of Small Entities

Sec tion 610 of the RFA requires that an agency review, within 10 years of promulgation, each rule that

has or will have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. EPA has no 610

reviews at this time. Anticipated future 610 reviews can be viewed at http://www.epa.gov/rfa/section610.htm l.

J

. What Other Special Attention Do es E PA Give to the Impacts of Rules on Small Businesses,

Small Governments, and Small Nonprofit Organizations?

For each of EPA’s rulemakings, consideration is given whether there will be any adverse impact on

any small entity. EPA attempts to fit the regulatory requirements, to the extent feasible, to the scale of the

businesses, organizations, and governmental jurisdictions subject to the regulation.

Under the RFA as amended by SBREFA, the Agency must prepare a formal analysis of the potential

negative impacts on small entities, convene a Small Business Advocacy Review Panel (proposed rule

stage), and prepare a Small Entity Compliance Guide (final rule stage) unless the Agency certifies a rule

will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities. For more detailed

information about the Agency’s policy and practice with respect to implementing RFA/SBREFA, please

visit the RFA/SBREFA W eb site at http://www.epa.gov/sbrefa/

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K

. Thank You for Collaborating With Us

### F i nally, we would like to thank those of you who choose to join with us in making progress on the

complex issues involved in protecting human health and the environment. Collaborative efforts such as

EPA’s open rulemaking process are a valuable tool for addressing the problems we face, and the

regulatory agenda is an important part of that process.

D A T ED : March 16, 2015.

N A M E: Shannon Kenny,

P r i ncipal Deputy Associate Administrator, Office of Policy.The 188 Regulatory Agendas

Regional Office Chicago - Long-term Action

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Withdrawal of Federal Water Quality Guidance for the Great Lakes System for Michigan 2005-AA02

Regional Office Seattle - Proposed Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Revisions to Federal Implementation Plans Under the Clean Air Act for Indian Country in Idaho, Oregon and Washington 2012-AA02

Office of General Council - Proposed Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Revision of Procedural Rules for Hearings on Cancellations, Suspensions, Changes in Classifications, and Denials of Pesticide Registrations 2015-AA00

Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance - Final Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule 2020-AA47

Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance - Completed Action

Title Regulation Identifier Number
Expanding the Scope of 40 CFR Part 22 to Include Proceedings for the Adjudication of Civil Penalties Under the Act to Prevent Pollution From Ships 2020-AA50

Office of Environmental Information - Proposed Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number
Expansion of Industry Sectors Covered by the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI), Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Section 313 2025-AA33

E-Discovery Privacy Act SORN and Privacy Act Exemptions 2025-AA40

Toxics Release Inventory Addition of 1-Bromopropane 2025-AA41

Toxics Release Inventory Addition of Hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) 2025-AA42

Office of Environmental Information - Final Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Environmental Protection Agency Freedom of Information Act Regulations Update 2025-AA38

Office of Environmental Information - Long-term Action

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Articles Exemption Clarification Rule 2025-AA24

Revisions to Confidentiality of Business Information 2025-AA39Administration and Resources Management - Final Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Governmentwide Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards 2030-AA99

Water - Proposed Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Application and Program Updates Rule 2040-AF25

Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category 2040-AF35

Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 4) for Public Water Systems 2040-AF49

Rulemaking to Provide Process for Tribes to Obtain "Treatment in the Same Manner as a State" Status for the CWA Section 303(d) Impaired Water Listing and Total Maximum Daily Load Program 2040-AF52

Uniform National Discharge Standards for Vessels of the Armed Forces--Phase II--Batch Two (UNDS) 2040-AF53

Water - Final Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Uniform National Discharge Standards for Vessels of the Armed Forces--Phase II 2040-AD39

Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category 2040-AF14

Water Quality Standards Regulatory Revisions 2040-AF16

Clean Water Rule: Definition of "Waters of the United States" 2040-AF30

Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants Under the Clean Water Act; Analysis and Sampling Procedures 2040-AF48

Alaskan Seafood Processing Effluent Limitations Guidelines 2040-AF54

Water - Long-term Action

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Underground Injection Control: Update of State Programs 2040-AD40

Development of Best Management Practices for Recreational Boats Under Section 312(o) of the Clean Water Act 2040-AF03

Oil and Gas Construction Stormwater Rule 2040-AF05

Stormwater Regulations Revision to Address Discharges From Developed Sites 2040-AF13

National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Regulatory Revisions 2040-AF15

Water Quality Standards for the State of Florida's Estuaries and Coastal Waters 2040-AF21

Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Dental Point Source Category 2040-AF26

Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Construction and Development Industry--Revision 2040-AF27

National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Regulation of Perchlorate 2040-AF28

National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Group Regulation of Carcinogenic Volatile Organic Compound (VOCs) 2040-AF29

National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Finished Water Storage Facility Inspection Requirements Addendum to the Revised Total Coliform Rule 2040-AF37

Water Quality Standards for the State of Florida's Streams and Downstream Protection of Lakes: Remanded Provisions 2040-AF39

NPDES Regulations to Address Water Quality Impacts from Forest Road Discharges 2040-AF43

Regulations Implementing Section 1417 of the Safe Drinking Water Act: Prohibition on Use of Lead Pipes, Solder, and Flux 2040-AF55

Solid Waste and Emergency Response - Proposed Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals 2050-AG39

Addition of Subsurface Component to the Hazard Ranking System (HRS) 2050-AG67

Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Rule 2050-AG70Revisions to Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Subtitle D Research, Demonstration & Development Permit Rule 2050-AG75

Hazardous Waste Export-Import Revisions Rule 2050-AG77

National Contingency Plan Revisions to Align With the National Response Framework 2050-AG78

Modernization of the Accidental Release Prevention Regulations Under Clean Air Act 2050-AG82

Non-Hazardous Secondary Materials--Additions to List of Categorical Non-Waste Fuels; Other Treated Woods 2050-AG83

Solid Waste and Emergency Response - Final Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number
Revising Underground Storage Tank Regulations--Revisions to Existing Requirements and New Requirements for Secondary Containment and Operator Training 2050-AG46

Additions to List of Section 241.4 Categorical Non-Waste Fuels 2050-AG74

Amending the National Contingency Plan (NCP) Provisions for Public Notices for Specific Superfund Activities 2050-AG76

Solid Waste and Emergency Response - Long-term Action

Title Regulation Identifier Number
Revisions to the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan; Subpart J Product Schedule Listing Requirements 2050-AE87

RCRA Smarter Waste Reporting 2050-AF01

Revisions to Land Disposal Restrictions Treatment Standards and Amendments to Recycling Requirements for Spent Petroleum Refining Hydrotreating and Hydrorefining Catalysts 2050-AG34

Financial Responsibility Requirements Under CERCLA Section 108(b) for Classes of Facilities in the Hard Rock Mining Industry 2050-AG61

User Fee Schedule for Electronic Hazardous Waste Manifest 2050-AG80

Solid Waste and Emergency Response - Completed Action

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Standards for the Management of Coal Combustion Residuals Generated by Commercial Electric Power Producers 2050-AE81

Rulemaking on the Definition of Solid Waste 2050-AG62

Hazardous Waste Management and the Retail Sector: Providing and Seeking Information on Practices to Enhance Effectiveness to the RCRA Program 2050-AG72

Air and Radiation - PreRule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Supplemental Determination for Renewable Fuels Produced Under the Final RFS2 Program From Pulpwood 2060-AQ49

Proposed Greenhouse Gas Endangerment and Cause or Contribute Findings Under CAA Section 231 for Aircraft, and ANPRM on the International Process for Reducing Aircraft GHGs and Future Standards 2060-AS31

Air and Radiation - Proposed Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number
National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP): Site Remediation Amendments--Response to Litigation 2060-AN36

Protection of the Stratospheric Ozone: Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning System Servicing 2060-AO75

Electronic Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements for New Source Performance Standards 2060-AP63

Fine Particulate Matter National Ambient Air Quality Standards: State Implementation Plan Requirements 2060-AQ48

Reconsideration of Significant Impact Levels and Consideration of Applicability Elements for Precursors of Particulate Matter Less Than 2.5 Micrometers (PM2.5) in New Source Review Regulations 2060-AR28

Reconsideration of the Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants 2060-AR73

Federal Plan Requirements for Sewage Sludge Incineration Units Constructed on or Before October 14, 2010 2060-AR77

Clarification of Requirements for Method 303 Certification Training 2060-AR97

Treatment of Data Influenced by Exceptional Events--Rule Revisions 2060-AS02

Interstate Transport Rule for the 2008 Ozone NAAQS 2060-AS05Source Determination for Certain Emissions Units in the Oil and Natural Gas Sector 2060-AS06

Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Engines and Vehicles--Phase 2 2060-AS16

Renewable Fuel Volume Standards, 2014-2016 2060-AS22

Review of Amendments to Emissions Guidelines (EG) for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills (WWW and Cc) 2060-AS23

Managing Oil and Gas Emissions From Minor Sources in Indian Country 2060-AS27

Emission Standards for New and Modified Sources in the Oil and Natural Gas Sector 2060-AS30

National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants From Secondary Lead Smelting 2060-AS32

Revisions to Test Methods, Performance Specifications and Testing Regulations 2060-AS34

Stationary Compression Ignition Engine NSPS Amendments 2060-AS43

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: The 2016 Critical Use Exemption From the Phaseout of Methyl Bromide 2060-AS44

Federal Plan for Regulating Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Electric Generating Units 2060-AS47

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Update to the Refrigerant Management Requirements Under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act 2060-AS51

Revisions to Regional Consistency Regulations to Allow Variances for Judicial Decisions 2060-AS53

Revision to the Guideline on Air Quality Models: Enhancements to the AERMOD Dispersion Modeling System and Incorporation of Modeling Techniques to Address Fine Particulate Matter and Ozone 2060-AS54

Regional Haze Regulations--Revisions to SIP Submission Date and Requirements for Progress Reports 2060-AS55

Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD): Revisions to PSD Permit Rescission Provisions in EPA Regulations at 40 CFR 52.21(w) 2060-AS56

Prevention of Significant Deterioration Permitting for Greenhouse Gases: Providing Option for Rescission of EPA-Issued Tailoring Rule Step 2 Prevention of Significant Deterioration Permits 2060-AS57

Relaxation of the Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) Gasoline Standard for Birmingham, Alabama 2060-AS58

Revisions to the Public Notice Provisions in Clean Air Act Permitting Programs 2060-AS59

Air and Radiation - Final Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Standards of Performance for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills 2060-AM08

Standards of Performance for Grain Elevators 2060-AP06

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) Subpart W: Standards for Radon Emissions From Operating Uranium Mill Tailings: Review 2060-AP26

Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone 2060-AP38

Revision of Health and Environmental Protection Standards for Uranium and Thorium Mill Tailings and Uranium In Situ Leaching Processing Facilities 2060-AP43

NESHAP for Brick and Structural Clay Products Manufacturing and NESHAP for Clay Ceramics Manufacturing 2060-AP69

Withdrawal of the Prior Determination or Presumption That Compliance With the CAIR or the NOx SIP Call Constitutes RACT or RACM for the 1997 8-Hour Ozone and 1997 Fine Particle NAAQS 2060-AQ07

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Ferroalloys Production 2060-AQ11

Phosphoric Acid Manufacturing and Phosphate Fertilizer Production RTR and Standards of Performance for Phosphate Processing 2060-AQ20

Stationary Combustion Turbine New Source Performance Standard (NSPS) Amendments to Address UARG Reconsideration Petition 2060-AQ29

Supplemental Determinations for Renewable Fuels Produced Under the Final RFS2 Program From Palm Oil 2060-AQ36

Residual Risk and Technology Review Amendments to the Secondary Aluminum Production National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) 2060-AQ40

Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Lead 2060-AQ44

Petroleum Refinery Sector Risk and Technology Review and New Source Performance Standards 2060-AQ75

NESHAP Risk and Technology Review for the Mineral Wool and Wool Fiberglass Industries; NESHAP for Wool Fiberglass Area Sources 2060-AQ90

Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions From New, Modified, and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units 2060-AQ91

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Primary Aluminum Reduction Plants 2060-AQ92

General Permits and Permits by Rule for the Tribal Minor New Source Review Program 2060-AQ95

National Emission Standards for Aerospace Manufacturing and Rework Facilities Risk and Technology Review 2060-AQ99

Data Requirements Rule for the One-Hour Sulfur Dioxide Primary National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) 2060-AR19

Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units 2060-AR33

State Implementation Plans: Response to Petition; Findings of Substantial Inadequacy; and SIP Calls to Amend Provisions Applying to Excess Emissions During Periods of Startup, Shutdown and Malfunction 2060-AR68Performance Specification 18 for Hydrogen Chloride Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems 2060-AR81

General Permits and Permits by Rule for the Tribal Minor New Source Review Program 2060-AR98

Revisions to Ambient Monitoring Quality Assurance and Other Requirements 2060-AS00

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Major Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers and Process Heaters; Notice of Reconsideration 2060-AS09

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Area Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers 2060-AS10

Commercial and Industrial Solid Waste Incineration Units 2060-AS11

National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for the Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry and Standards of Performance for Portland Cement Plants: Amendments 2060-AS14

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Change of Listing Status for Certain Substitutes Under the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program 2060-AS18

Amendments Related to: Tier 3 Motor Vehicle Emission and Fuel Standards, Nonroad Engine, Equipment, and Fuel Programs, and MARPOL Annex VI Implementation 2060-AS36

Greenhouse Gas Reporting: Revisions to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems Source Category 2060-AS37

Conforming Revisions to the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule 2060-AS40

Mercury and Air Toxics Standards Technical Corrections 2060-AS41

Completion of the Requirement to Promulgate Certain Hazardous Air Pollutant Standards 2060-AS42

Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Definitions of Low Pressure Well and Storage Vessel 2060-AS49

Air and Radiation - Long-term Action

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Substitutes for Ozone-Depleting Substances: N-Propyl Bromide 2060-AK26

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Amendments to the Section 608 Leak Repair Regulations 2060-AM09

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Modifications to the Technician Certification Requirements Under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act 2060-AM55

New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and Emission Guidelines (EG) for Large Municipal Waste Combustors (MWCs) 2060-AO18

Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR): Reasonable Possibility in Recordkeeping; Reconsideration 2060-AP71

Reconsideration of the Prevention of Significant Deterioration and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR) Project Aggregation 2060-AP80

Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR): Reconsideration of Inclusion of Fugitive Emissions; Reconsideration 2060-AQ47

Revised Regulation for Environmental Radiation Protection Standard for Nuclear Power Operations 2060-AR12

Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Amendment to the Exclusion of t-Butyl Acetate 2060-AR65

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants Risk and Technology Review Reconsideration: Oil and Natural Gas Sector 2060-AS13

Petition to Add n-Propyl Bromide to the List of Hazardous Air Pollutants 2060-AS26

Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter 2060-AS50

Air and Radiation - Completed Action

Title Regulation Identifier Number
Standards of Performance for New Residential Wood Heaters and New Residential Hydronic Heaters and Forced-Air Furnaces 2060-AP93

Performance Specification 4C--Specifications and Test Procedures for Low-level Carbon Monoxide Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems in Stationary Sources 2060-AQ51

Revisions to the Air Emissions Reporting Requirements: Revisions to Lead (Pb) Reporting Threshold and Clarifications to Technical Reporting Details 2060-AR29

Implementation of the 2008 National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone: State Implementation Plan Requirements 2060-AR34

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Off-Site Waste and Recovery Operations 2060-AR47

Renewable Fuel 2014 Volume Standards 2060-AR76

Amendments and Confidentiality Determinations for Subpart L (Fluorinated Gas Production) and Amendments to Subpart A 2060-AR78

Carbon Pollution Standards for Modified and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units 2060-AR88

Air Quality Designations for the 2012 PM2.5 Standards 2060-AR95

Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule: Revisions to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems Source Category 2060-AR96

Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Reconsideration of Additional Provisions of New Source Performance Standards 2060-AS01Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Substitutes for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning and Revision of the Venting Prohibition for Certain Refrigerant Substitutes 2060-AS04

NESHAP from Coal- and Oil-Fired Steam EGU Units and Standards of Performance for Fossil-Fuel-Fired Electric Utility, Ind-Com-Institutional, and Small Ind-Com-Institutional Steam Generating Units 2060-AS07

Maine's Request for Extending the Federal Requirement for Sale of Reformulated Gasoline in the Counties of York, Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Androscoggin, Kennebec, Knox, and Lincoln 2060-AS19

Regulation Changes to Allow for Electronic Submittal of State Implementation Plans (SIPs) 2060-AS20

Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program: Extension of 2013 Compliance Demonstration Date 2060-AS25

2010 NO2 Finding of Failure to Submit Infrastructure State Implementation Plan (SIPS) 2060-AS33

Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Extension of the Laboratory and Analytical Use Exemption for Essential Class I Ozone-Depleting Substances 2060-AS38

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Steam Generating Units 2060-AS39

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymer Production Area Sources, Wastewater Limit Withdrawal 2060-AS45

Cellulosic Waiver Credit Price Calculations and Minor Technical Amendments 2060-AS48

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances - Proposed Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Pesticides; Certification of Pesticide Applicators 2070-AJ20

Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs); Reassessment of Use Authorizations 2070-AJ38

Nanoscale Materials; Chemical Substances When Manufactured, Imported, or Processed as Nanoscale Materials; Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements 2070-AJ54

Pesticides; Clarifying Changes to Labeling 2070-AJ61

Microorganisms: General Exemptions From Reporting Requirements; Revisions of Recipient Organisms Eligible for Tier I and Tier II Exemptions 2070-AJ65

Significant New Use Rules; Amendments to Hazard Communication Provisions 2070-AJ94

Pesticides; Technical Amendments to Data Requirements 2070-AK00

Trichloroethylene (TCE); Rulemaking Under TSCA Section 6(a) 2070-AK03

Trichloroethylene (TCE); Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) for Consumer Products 2070-AK05

Procedural Rule Amendment; Requirement for Certain Pesticide Actions to Publish Notices in the Federal Register 2070-AK06

N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) and Methylene Chloride; Rulemaking Under TSCA Section 6(a) 2070-AK07

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances - Final Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Certain Polybrominated Diphenylethers; Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) and Test Rule 2070-AJ08

Pesticides; Agricultural Worker Protection Standard Revisions 2070-AJ22

Pesticides; Expansion of Crop Grouping Program 2070-AJ28

Formaldehyde; Third-Party Certification Framework for the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products 2070-AJ44

Pesticides; Revisions to Minimum Risk Exemptions 2070-AJ79

Significant New Use Rule (SNUR); HBCD (Hexabromocyclododecane) Used in Textiles 2070-AJ88

Significant New Use Rule for Toluene Diisocyanates (TDI) and Related Compounds 2070-AJ91

Formaldehyde Emissions Standards for Composite Wood Products 2070-AJ92

Electronic Reporting; Revisions to Notification Regulations for TSCA Section 5 Premanufacture and Significant New Use Notification 2070-AJ98

Long-Chain Perfluoroalkyl Carboxylate and Perfluoroalkyl Sulfonate Chemical Substances; Significant New Use Rule 2070-AJ99

Lead-Based Paint Program; Amendment to Jurisdictions and Renovator Refresher Training Requirements 2070-AK02

Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances - Long-term Action

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Lead; Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program for Public and Commercial Buildings 2070-AJ56

Hydraulic Fracturing Chemicals and Mixtures 2070-AJ93

Certain Nonylphenols and Nonylphenol Ethoxylates; Significant New Use Rule 2070-AJ96Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances - Completed Action

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Significant New Use Rule for Glymes 2070-AJ52

Pesticides; Public Availability of Identities of Inert Ingredients in Pesticides 2070-AJ62

Significant New Use Rule (SNUR); Benzidine-Based Dyes; Di-n-pentyl phthalate (DnPP); and Alkanes, C12-13, Chloro 2070-AJ73

Lead-Based Paint Program; Extension of Renovator Certifications 2070-AK04

Office of the Administrator - Proposed Rule

Title Regulation Identifier Number

Nondiscrimination in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Assistance From the Environmental Protection Agency 2090-AA39

Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Procurement Under Environmental Protection Agency Financial Assistance Agreements 2090-AA40

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regional Office Chicago ( ROCHICAGO ) RIN: 2005-AA02

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Title: Withdrawal of Federal Water Quality Guidance for the Great Lakes System for Michigan

Abstract:

On August 4, 2000, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) specified at 40 CFR 132.6(c) that certain requirements set forth in the Water Quality Guidance for the Great Lakes System (Guidance) at 40 CFR part 132 apply to discharges within the Great Lakes System in the states of Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio. Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio had not adopted the requirements consistent with the Guidance pertaining to whole effluent toxicity (WET). On September 19, 2005, Michigan submitted to EPA revisions to the rules that address WET requirements.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 132.6(c) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq Clean Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM

Direct Final Rule

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Robert Pepin Environmental Protection Agency Regional Office Chicago
WT-15J Chicago , IL 60604
Phone: 312 886-1505
FAX: 312 886-0168
E-Mail: pepin.robert@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Regional Office Seattle ( ROSEATTLE ) RIN: 2012-AA02

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Title: Revisions to Federal Implementation Plans Under the Clean Air Act for Indian Country in Idaho, Oregon and Washington

Abstract:

After 10 years of experience implementing the Federal Air Rules for Reservations, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)plans to revise the original rules to apply to all Indian Country, including new reservations in the Pacific Northwest. EPA also plans to revise the rules to improve implementation and to better address sources of air pollution on Indian Reservations in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 49 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-R10-OAR-2011-0373

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Tribal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/r10earth/FARR.htm Agency Contact: Nancy Helm Environmental Protection Agency Regional Office Seattle USEPA REGION 10, 1200 Sixth Ave., Mail Code: AWT-107 Seattle , WA 98101
Phone: 206 553-6908
FAX: 206 330-6967
E-Mail: helm.nancy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of General Council ( OGC ) RIN: 2015-AA00

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Title: Revision of Procedural Rules for Hearings on Cancellations, Suspensions, Changes in Classifications, and Denials of Pesticide Registrations

Abstract: EPA is preparing a revision of the Rules of Practice governing the conduct of licensing adjudications under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). The existing Rules of Practice were originally promulgated by EPA in 1973. In the subsequent 35 years, Congress has substantially amended FIFRA, creating a number of additional types of licensing adjudications which are not expressly provided for in the existing Rules of Practice. In order to include provisions tailored to these new types of proceedings, and to incorporate the standard practices which have evolved and the precedents which have been established since these rules were first promulgated, EPA intends to revise the FIFRA Rules of Practice.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 164 (Revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 136a(c) to 136a(d); 7 U.S.C. 136b(d) to 136b(f); 7 U.S.C. 136d(b) to 7 U.S.C. 136d(e); 7 U.S.C. 136w(a) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2016

Additional Information: Previous listed as RIN 2020-AA44.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 325320

Related RINs: Previously Reported as 2020-AA44 Agency Contact: Scott Garrison Environmental Protection Agency
Office of General Council
2333AWashington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4047
FAX: 202 564-5644
E-Mail: Garrison.Scott@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Robert Perlis Environmental Protection Agency Office of General Council
2333A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5636
FAX: 202 564-5644
E-Mail: perlis.robert@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance ( OECA ) RIN: 2020-AA47

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Title: NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule

Abstract:

This rule converts NPDES required paper reports to electronic reports and will save authorized State, tribe and territorial NPDES programs considerable resources, make reporting easier for NPDES regulated entities, streamline permit renewals and NPDES data exchange between States and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), improve environmental decisionmaking, and more effectively protect human health and the environment. This rule changes the mode for transmitting NPDES information by requiring that NPDES regulated entities electronically submit the following permit and compliance monitoring information: Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs), Notices of Intent (NOIs) and similar notices to discharge in compliance with NPDES general permits, and a number of required NPDES program reports. This change will expedite the collection and processing of the data and make data more accurate and timely. Importantly, the rule does not require any new reporting by NPDES regulated entities under existing federal regulations. EPA anticipates that the rule will save significant resources for States, tribes, and territories, EPA and NPDES permit holders, increase accuracy, streamline the reporting process, and improve data quality.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 123; 40 CFR 403; 40 CFR 501 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1314; 33 U.S.C. 1361 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 07/01/2010 75 FR 38068

Notice 06/23/2011 76 FR 36919

NPRM 07/30/2013 78 FR 46005 Supplemental NPRM 12/01/2014 79 FR 70066

Final Rule 10/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OECA-2009-0274

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/exchange/topic/npdes Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOECA-2009-0274-0097 Agency Contact: Andrew Hudock Environmental Protection Agency Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance
2222A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-6032
E-Mail: hudock.andrew@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: John Dombrowski Environmental Protection Agency Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance
2222A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0742E-Mail: dombrowski.john@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance ( OECA ) RIN: 2020-AA50

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Title: Expanding the Scope of 40 CFR Part 22 to Include Proceedings for the Adjudication of Civil Penalties Under the Act to Prevent Pollution From Ships

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is authorized to institute administrative penalty proceedings against alleged violators under a variety of environmental statutes, including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act, among others. Such cases are generally heard by the Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) within EPA's Office of Administrative Law Judges. The federal regulations that govern the proceedings before the ALJs are codified at 40 CFR part 22 and are entitled "the Consolidated Rules of Practice Governing the Administrative Assessment of Civil Penalties and the Revocation/Termination or Suspension of Permits" (Rules of Practice). These Rules of Practice were promulgated to establish uniform procedural rules for administrative enforcement proceedings required to be held on the record after opportunity for a hearing in accordance with section 554 of the Administrative Procedure Act, 5 U.S.C. 551 et seq. This action expands the scope of the Rules of Practice to include adjudicatory proceedings for the assessment of civil penalties under the authority of the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 22 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1905 to 1915 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/06/2014 79 FR 65910

Direct Final Rule 11/06/2014 79 FR 65897

Final Action Effective 01/05/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Meetu Kaul Environmental Protection Agency Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance
2242A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5472
E-Mail: kaul.meetu@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA33

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Title: Expansion of Industry Sectors Covered by the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI), Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Section 313

Abstract:

In support of the goal of providing comprehensive toxic chemical release and other waste management information to the Federal, State, local, and tribal governments and to the public, including citizens of communities surrounding covered facilities,
the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering expanding the scope of industry sectors covered by Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) section 313, which is also known as the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI). As originally enacted, EPCRA 313 applied only to the manufacturing industry sectors, i.e., sectors in Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes 20 through 39. The statute, however, also allows the EPA Administrator to add sectors to TRI to the extent that doing so is relevant to the purposes of EPCRA 313. Under this authority, the EPA in 1997 added seven additional industry sectors to the list of sectors covered by TRI.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: UndeterminedCFR Citation: 40 CFR 372.23 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 11023 Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act; 42 U.S.C. 13106 Pollution
Prevention Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/tri/

Sectors Affected: 812310; 812320; 812332; 212210; 812331; 493190; 212392; 562213; 221330 Agency Contact: Gilbert Mears Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Environmental Information
2844T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0954
FAX: 202 566-0741
E-Mail: mears.gilbert@epa.gov Agency Contact: Cory Wagner Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Environmental Information
2844T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1555
FAX: 202 566-0741
E-Mail: wagner.cory@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA40

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Title: E-Discovery Privacy Act SORN and Privacy Act Exemptions

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is exempting its E-Discovery system (EPA-63) from certain subsections of the affirmative access and amendment provisions of the Privacy Act under 5 U.S.C. 552a. EPA-63 is a system of records maintained by the Office of Environmental Information, Office of Information Collection, Records and Content Management Branch on behalf of the Criminal Investigation Division, Office of Criminal Enforcement, Forensics, and Training. This EPA component performs activities pertaining to the enforcement of criminal laws. Because the E-Discovery system is used for civil and criminal cases and investigations, this rulemaking seeks to exempt the system from certain affirmative access and amendment provisions under U.S.C. 552a(k)(2) for non-law enforcement agencies that bring civil and criminal enforcement actions and U.S.C. 552a (j)(2), which is primarily for law enforcement agencies.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: Undetermined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552(a) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2015

Direct Final Rule 05/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Judith Kendall Environmental Protection Agency Office of Environmental Information 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460Phone: 202 566-0750
FAX: 202 566-0741
E-Mail: kendall.judith@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA41

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Title: Toxics Release Inventory Addition of 1-Bromopropane

Abstract:

The National Toxicology Program (NTP) periodically published its Report on Carcinogens (RoC), which classifies chemicals as either "known to be a human carcinogen" or "reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen." The RoC is a congressionally mandated scientific and public health document that provides data on carcinogenicity, genotoxicity, and biologic mechanisms. The RoC evaluations are performed by scientists from the NTP, other Federal health research and regulatory agencies, and non-government institutions. The RoC review process includes external peer review and public comment. The EPA reviewed the 13th edition of the NTP RoC to identify those chemicals that are not currently on the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) list and that have not previously been reviewed for listing. One chemical, 1-bromopropane, was identified as a candidate for addition to
the TRI list.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 42 USC 11023 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 11001 et seq. Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/15/2015 80 FR 20189

NPRM Comment Period End 06/15/2015

Final Rule 11/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Daniel Bushman Environmental Protection Agency Office of Environmental Information
2842T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0743
FAX: 202 566-0677
E-Mail: bushman.daniel@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Nicole Paquette Environmental Protection Agency Office of Environmental Information
2842T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0642
FAX: 202 566-0677
E-Mail: paquette.nicole@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA42

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Title: Toxics Release Inventory Addition of Hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD)

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is evaluating whether to add hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) to the list of chemicals reportable under section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (i.e., the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI)). HBCD is a brominated flame retardant found worldwide in the environment and wildlife. Human exposure is evidenced from its presence in breast milk, adipose tissue and blood. It bioaccumulates and biomagnifies in the food chain. It persists, is transported long distances in the environment, and is highly toxic to aquatic organisms. HBCD is also of concern forcertain chronic human health effects. The EPA has developed an Action Plan to address concerns for releases of HBCD to the environment. http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/actionplans/RIN2070- AZ10_HBCD%20action%20plan_Final_2010-08-09.pdf). The Action Plan includes the initiation of rulemaking to add HBCD to
the TRI.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 42 CFR 11023 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 11001 et seq. Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2015

Final Rule 08/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Daniel Bushman Environmental Protection Agency Office of Environmental Information
2842T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0743
FAX: 202 566-0677
E-Mail: bushman.daniel@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Nicole Paquette Environmental Protection Agency Office of Environmental Information
2842T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0642
FAX: 202 566-0677
E-Mail: paquette.nicole@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA38

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Title: Environmental Protection Agency Freedom of Information Act Regulations Update

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is revising its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) regulations, 40 CFR part 2, subpart A, which were last updated in 2002, in order to comply with the 2007 Open Government Act, reflect EPA's business process, and correct obsolete information.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 2 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552 et seq. Freedom of Information Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/28/2014

Final Rule 02/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Larry Gottesman Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Environmental Information
2822T Washington , DC 20460Phone: 202 566-2162
E-Mail: gottesman.larry@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA24

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Title: Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) Articles Exemption Clarification Rule

Abstract:

Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) reporting is required by section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) and section 6607 of the Pollution Prevention Act. The purpose of this rule is to clarify the scope of the exemption from TRI reporting requirements for items that qualify as articles. [See 40 CFR 372.38(b).] A proposed rule was issued on August 24, 2009; the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to accommodate comments received through the development and issuance of a supplemental proposed rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 372.38(b) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 11023 et seq.; 42 U.S.C. 13106 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/24/2009 74 FR 42625 Supplemental NPRM 08/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-TRI-2009-0602. Facilities included in the following NAICS manufacturing codes (corresponding to SIC codes 20 through 39): 311*,312*, 313*, 314*, 315*, 316, 321, 322, 323*, 324, 325*, 326*, 327, 331, 332, 333, 334*, 335*, 336, 337*, 339*,111998*, 211112*, 212234*, 212235*, 212393*, 212399*, 488390*, 511110, 511120, 511130, 511140*, 511191,511199, 511220, 512230*, 516110*, 541710*, or 811490*. *Exceptions and/or limitations exist for these NAICS codes. Facilities included in the following NAICS codes (corresponding to SIC codes other than SIC codes 20 through 39): 212111, 212112, 212113 (correspond to SIC 12, Coal Mining (except 1241)); or 212221, 212222, 212231, 212234, 212299 (correspond to SIC 10, Metal Mining (except 1011, 1081, and 1094)); or 221111, 221112, 221113, 221119, 221121, 221122 (Limited to facilities that combust coal and/or oil for the purpose of generating power for distribution in commerce) (correspond to SIC 4911, 4931, and 4939, Electric Utilities); or 424690, 425110, 425120 (Limited to facilities previously classified in SIC 5169, Chemicals and Allied Products, Not Elsewhere Classified); or 424710 (corresponds to SIC 5171, Petroleum Bulk Terminals and Plants); or 562112 (Limited to facilities primarily engaged in solvent recovery services on a contract or fee basis (previously classified under SIC 7389, Business Services, NEC)); or 562211, 562212, 562213, 562219, 562920 (Limited to facilities regulated under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, subtitle C, 42 U.S.C. 6921 et seq.) (correspond to SIC 4953, Refuse Systems).

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 212111 Agency Contact: Daniel Teitelbaum Environmental Protection Agency Office of Environmental Information
2844T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0964
FAX: 202 566-0741
E-Mail: teitelbaum.daniel@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Environmental Information ( OEI ) RIN: 2025-AA39

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Title: Revisions to Confidentiality of Business Information

Abstract:

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to amend its confidential business information (CBI) regulationsunder 40 CFR part 2, subpart B, Confidentiality of Business Information. Specifically, the EPA intends to amend the existing CBI regulations to update the regulations to comply with case law requirements; consolidate procedures for identifying, handling, and processing CBI; and correspond with other federal agencies' CBI regulations. In amending the CBI regulations, the EPA expects the amendments will improve the processing of information requests for CBI while ensuring the appropriate protection of CBI and reducing the burden on both the EPA and the regulated community.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 2 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: "Not Yet Determined" Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 06/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Larry Gottesman Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Environmental Information
2822T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2162
E-Mail: gottesman.larry@epa.gov Agency Contact: Quoc Nguyen Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Environmental Information
2377A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-6343
E-Mail: nguyen.quoc@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administration and Resources Management ( ARM ) RIN: 2030-AA99

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Title: Governmentwide Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards

Abstract:

These regulations adopted OMB's revised Government-wide Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal awards to non-Federal entities. OMB's revisions are a key component of a larger Federal effort to more effectively focus Federal resources on improving performance and outcomes while ensuring the financial integrity of taxpayer dollars in partnership with non-Federal stakeholders.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 2 CFR 200 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 5 U.S.C. 301 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 12/19/2014 79 FR 75867

Interim Final Rule Effective 12/26/2014

Final Action 09/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: https://cfo.gov/COFAR/ Agency Contact: Alexandra Raver Environmental Protection Agency Administration and Resources Management Mail Code 3903R, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW.Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5296
E-Mail: raver.alexandra@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF25

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Title: National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Application and Program Updates Rule

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to propose regulations that would update specific elements of the existing National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) in order to better harmonize regulations and application forms, improve permit documentation and transparency and provide clarifications to the existing regulations. In this effort EPA plans to address application, permitting, monitoring and reporting requirements that have become obsolete or outdated due to programmatic, technical or other changes that have occurred over the past 35 years. Specifically, EPA plans to focus on revising the NPDES permit application forms to specifically include all final Agency data standards, improving the consistency between the application forms, updating the applications to better reflect current program practices, and specifically incorporate new program areas into the forms (e.g., Clean Water Act section 316(b) requirements for cooling water intake structures). EPA also plans to address other program elements including permit documentation, EPA state permit objection, and public participation procedures to improve the quality and transparency of permit development. As an example of a regulation which could be proposed to change to reduce burden, as well as improve transparency and public access to information, EPA is considering whether to revise the public notice requirements to allow a State to post notices of draft NPDES permits and other permit actions under the Clean Water Act on its State agency websites in lieu of a traditional newspaper posting.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 125; 40 CFR 123; 40 CFR 124 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq Clean Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2015

Final Rule 11/00/2016

Additional Information: This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see: http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Sarita Hoyt Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4203M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-1471
FAX: 202 564-9544
E-Mail: hoyt.sarita@epa.gov Agency Contact: David Hair Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4203M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-2287
FAX: 202 564-9544
E-Mail: hair.david@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF35

View Related DocumentsTitle: Effluent Guidelines and Standards for Oil and Gas Extraction Point Source Category

Abstract:

Recent advances in the well completion process, combining hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, have made extraction of oil and natural gas from unconventional oil and gas (UOG) resources more technologically and economically feasible. UOG process wastewater may be generated in large quantities and contains constituents that are potentially harmful to human health and the environment. Process wastewater from UOG wells often contains high concentrations of total dissolved solids (TDS) (salt content). The wastewater may also contain various organic chemicals, inorganic chemicals, metals, and naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM). These large quantities of potentially harmful wastewater create a need for appropriate wastewater management infrastructure and management practices. This regulation would strengthen existing federal controls on pollutant discharges from certain oil and gas extraction facilities by establishing pretreatment standards that would prevent the discharge of pollutants in process wastewater from on-shore unconventional oil and gas extraction facilities to publicly owned treatment works (POTWs).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 435 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq Clean Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/07/2015 80 FR 18557

NPRM Comment Period End 06/08/2015

Final Rule 08/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2011-0334

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No Energy Affected: Undetermined

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/scitech/wastetech/guide/cbm_index.cfm

Sectors Affected: 213111; 213112 Agency Contact: Lisa Biddle Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4303T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0350
FAX: 202 566-1053
E-Mail: biddle.lisa@epa.gov Agency Contact: Jan Matuszko Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4303T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1035
FAX: 202 566-1053
E-Mail: matuszko.jan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF49

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Title: Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 4) for Public Water Systems

Abstract:

The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), as amended in 1996, requires that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) establish criteria for a program to monitor not more than 30 unregulated contaminants every five years. EPA published the first Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 1) in the Federal Register on September 17, 1999 (64 FR 50556), the second (UCMR 2) on January 7, 2007 (72 FR 367), and the third (UCMR 3) on May 2, 2012 (77 FR 26072). This action meets the SDWA requirement by establishing the terms for the next cycle of monitoring and identifying the new unregulated contaminants to be monitored during the UCMR 4 period of 2017-2021.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed RuleMajor: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 300j-4 Legal Deadline: Statutory - May 2017

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Publication of UCMR 4 by early January 2017 supports theimplementation needs within the 2017-2021 time frame (42 U.S.C.300j4(a)(2)) 12/31/2016

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2015

Final Rule 01/00/2017

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/sdwa/ucmr/index.cfm Agency Contact: Brenda Parris Environmental Protection Agency
Water USEPA Cincinnati , OH 45268
Phone: 513 569-7961
FAX: 513 569-7191
E-Mail: parris.brenda@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Jillian Toothman Environmental Protection Agency
Water USEPA, 26 West Martin Luther King Drive, Mail Code 140 Cincinnati , OH 45268
Phone: 513 569-7393
E-Mail: toothman.jillian@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF52

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Title: Rulemaking to Provide Process for Tribes to Obtain "Treatment in the Same Manner as a State" Status for the CWA Section 303(d) Impaired Water Listing and Total Maximum Daily Load Program

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is developing a proposed rulemaking to provide more opportunities to fully engage tribes in the Clean Water Act section 303(d) Impaired Water Listing and Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) Program by clarifying the process for tribes to obtain treatment in a similar manner as a State authority for the Impaired Water Listing and TMDL Program.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 130.7; 40 CFR 130.6(d); 40 CFR 131.8 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C 1313(d) 33 U.S.C 1361(a) 33 U.S.C. 1377(e) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2015

Final Rule 06/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2014-0622

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: NoRIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/lawsguidance/cwa/tmdl/policy.cfm Agency Contact: Sarah Furtak Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4503T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1167
E-Mail: furtak.sarah@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF53

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Title: Uniform National Discharge Standards for Vessels of the Armed Forces--Phase II--Batch Two (UNDS)

Abstract:

In 1996 the Clean Water Act was amended to create section 312(n), "Uniform National Discharge Standards (UNDS) for Vessels of the Armed Forces." Section 312(n) directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Defense (DoD) to establish national discharge standards for discharges incidental to the normal operation of a vessel of the armed forces. These national standards will preempt State discharge standards for these vessels. EPA and DoD jointly promulgated Phase I of these regulations, 40 CFR part 1700, on May 10, 1999 (64 FR 25126). Phase I concluded that 25 out of 39 discharges from armed forces vessels would require EPA and DoD to jointly establish MPCB performance standards by regulation (Phase II) for which it is "reasonable and practicable" to require a "marine pollution control device." Phase II is currently underway and will establish performance standards to control the 25 discharges in two separate rulemakings. EPA and DoD, in consultation with the U.S. Coast Guard, are working together to develop MPCD performance standards for the discharges. EPA and DoD published an NPRM for Phase II--Batch One in January 2014. Batch One included the following 11 discharges: aqueous film forming foam, chain locker effluent, distillation and reverse osmosis brine, elevator pit effluent, gas turbine water wash, non-oily machinery wastewater, photographic laboratory drains, seawater cooling overboard discharge, seawater piping biofouling prevention, small boat engine wet exhaust, and well deck discharges. EPA and DoD are now beginning work on Phase II-- Batch Two, which will include the following 14 discharges: catapult water brake tank & post-launch retraction exhaust, clean ballast, compensated fuel ballast, controllable pitch propeller hydraulic fluid, deck runoff, dirty ballast, firemain systems, graywater, hull coating leachate, motor gasoline compensating discharge, sonar dome discharge, submarine bilgewater, surface vessel bilgewater/oil-water separator, and underwater ship husbandry. Some of these discharges have the potential to introduce oil or other organics into receiving waters (such as bilge water), some have the potential to introduce copper or other metals (such as hull coating leachate), and some have the potential to introduce aquatic nuisance species (such as ballast water).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 1700 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq Clean Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2015

Final Rule 10/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Katherine Weller Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4504T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1280
E-Mail: weller.katherine@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Grace Robiou Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4504T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2975
E-Mail: robiou.grace@epa.govEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AD39

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Title: Uniform National Discharge Standards for Vessels of the Armed Forces--Phase II

Abstract:

CWA section 312(n) directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Defense to establish national discharge standards for discharges incidental to the normal operation of a vessel of the Armed Forces. The proposed standards will apply to approximately 6,000 vessels of the Armed Forces and are intended to reduce the adverse environmental impacts associated with the discharges, stimulate the development of improved pollution control devices, and advance the development of environmentally sound ships by the military.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 1700; ... (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1322; 33 U.S.C. 1361 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/03/2014 79 FR 6117

Final Rule 09/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/waterscience/rules/UNDS Agency Contact: Katherine Weller Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4504T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1280
E-Mail: weller.katherine@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Grace Robiou Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4504T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2975
E-Mail: robiou.grace@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF14

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Title: Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) establishes national technology-based regulations called effluent limitations, guidelines, and standards to reduce discharges of pollutants from industries to waters of the U.S. These requirements are incorporated into National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) discharge permits issued by the EPA and States and through the national pretreatment program. The steam electric effluent limitations guidelines and standards apply to steamelectric power plants using nuclear or fossil fuels, such as coal, oil and natural gas. There are about 1,200 nuclear- and fossilfueled steam electric power plants nationwide; approximately 500 of these power plants are coal-fired. In a study completed in 2009, EPA found that the current regulations, which were last updated in 1982, do not adequately address the pollutants being discharged and have not kept pace with changes that have occurred in the electric power industry over the last three decades. The rulemaking may address discharges associated with coal ash waste and flue gas desulfurization (FGD) air pollution controls, as well as other power plant waste streams. Power plant discharges can have major impacts on water quality, including reduced organism abundance and species diversity, contamination of drinking water sources, and contamination of fish. Pollutants of concern include metals (e.g., mercury, arsenic and selenium), nutrients, and total dissolved solids. The proposed rule was published in the Federal Register on June 7, 2013 ("Effluent Limitations Guidelines and Standards for the Steam Electric Power Generating Point Source Category, " 78 FR 34431).Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: State, Local, Or Tribal Governments;
Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 423 revision (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1311; 33 U.S.C. 1314; 33 U.S.C. 1316; 33 U.S.C. 1317; 33 U.S.C. 1318; 33 U.S.C. 1342; 33
U.S.C. 1361 Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial Consent Decree 09/30/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/07/2013 78 FR 34431

NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/12/2013 78 FR 41907

Final Rule 09/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2009-0819

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/scitech/wastetech/guide/steam_index.cfm

Sectors Affected: 22111; 221112; 221113 Agency Contact: Ronald Jordan Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4303T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1003
FAX: 202 566-1053
E-Mail: jordan.ronald@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Jezebele Alicea Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4303T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1755
FAX: 202 566-1053
E-Mail: alicea.jezebele@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF16

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Title: Water Quality Standards Regulatory Revisions

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed changes to the water quality standards (WQS) regulation to improve its effectiveness in helping restore and maintain the Nation's waters. The core of the current WQS regulation has been in place since 1983. Since then, a number of issues have been raised by stakeholders or identified by the EPA in the implementation process that will benefit from clarification and greater specificity. The proposed rule addresses the following six key areas: 1) Administrator's determination that new or revised WQS are necessary, 2) designated uses, 3) triennial review requirements, 4) antidegradation, 5) variances to water quality standards, and 6) compliance schedule authorizing provisions. These revisions will allow the EPA, States and authorized tribes to better achieve program goals by providing clearer more streamlined requirements to facilitate enhanced water resource protection.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 131 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq Clean Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR CiteNotice 07/30/2010 75 FR 44930

NPRM 09/04/2013 78 FR 54517

NPRM Comment Period Extended 11/27/2013 78 FR 70905

Final Rule 06/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2010-0606

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/scitech/swguidance/standards/index.cfm Agency Contact: Grace Robiou Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4305T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2975
E-Mail: robiou.grace@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Janita Aguirre Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4305T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1149
FAX: 202 566-0409
E-Mail: aguirre.janita@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF30

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Title: Clean Water Rule: Definition of "Waters of the United States"

Abstract:

After U.S. Supreme Court decisions in SWANCC and Rapanos, the scope of "waters of the U.S." protected under all Clean Water Act (CWA) programs has been an issue of considerable debate and uncertainty. The Act has a single definition for "waters of the United States." As a result, these decisions affect the geographic scope of all CWA programs. SWANCC and Rapanos did not invalidate the current regulatory definition of "waters of the United States." However, the decisions established important considerations for how those regulations should be interpreted, and experience implementing the regulations has identified several areas that could benefit from additional clarification through rulemaking. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers proposed a rule for determining whether a water is protected by the Clean Water Act. This rule will make clear which waterbodies are protected under the CWA.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 110; 40 CFR 112; 40 CFR 116; 40 CFR 117; 40 CFR 122; 40 CFR 230; 40 CFR 232; 40 CFR 300; 40 CFR 302; 40 CFR 401; 33 CFR 328 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq. Clean Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/21/2014 79 FR 22187

NPRM Comment Period Extended 06/24/2014 79 FR 35712

NPRM Comment Period Extended 10/14/2014 79 FR 61590

Notice 10/24/2014 79 FR 63594

Final Rule 05/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2011-0880

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN InformationURL: http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/guidance/wetlands/CWAwaters.cfm Agency Contact: Donna Downing Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4502T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2428
E-Mail: cwawaters@epa.gov Agency Contact: Rose Kwok Environmental Protection Agency
Water 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Mail Code 4502T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0657
E-Mail: cwawaters@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF48

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Title: Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants Under the Clean Water Act; Analysis and Sampling
Procedures

Abstract:

This regulatory action would amend "Guidelines Establishing Test Procedures for the Analysis of Pollutants" at 40 CFR part 136 to approve test procedures (analytical methods) for use by testing laboratories for water monitoring. These test procedures must be used in applications for permits and for reporting under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program unless use of an alternate procedure is approved by a Regional Administrator or a State with an EPA-approved NPDES permit program. The regulation would also revise, clarify, and correct errors and ambiguities in existing methods.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 136 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1311(a); 33 U.S.C. 1314; 33 U.S.C. 1361 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/19/2015 80 FR 8955

Final Rule 03/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Adrian Hanley Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4303T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-1564
E-Mail: hanley.adrian@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF54

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Title: Alaskan Seafood Processing Effluent Limitations Guidelines

Abstract:

The existing effluent limitations guidelines (ELGs) for the Alaskan Seafood subcategories of the Canned and Preserved Seafood Processing ELGs (40 CFR Part 408) which were promulgated in the 1970s required new and existing sources to meet discharge requirements that reflected a facility's proximity to population and/or processing centers: "non-remote" and "remote." As promulgated, all facilities except for those listed in the non-remote ELGs (i.e., Anchorage, Cordova, Juneau, Ketchikan, Kodiak, and Petersburg) are subject to requirements for "remote" locations. For remote locations, the ELGs established numerical limits on particle size discharged (1/2 inch) based on grinding to reduce the size of the pieces prior to discharge. Forthe non-remote locations, the ELGs established numerical limits for total suspended solids (TSS) and oil and grease based on screening the solids from the wastewater prior to discharge and solids handling of screened solids by some means other than near shore direct discharge. These regulations were litigated and upheld in the Ninth Circuit. However, in 1980, certain members of the Alaskan seafood processing industry subsequently submitted two petitions along with new data and information to EPA requesting that it suspend the non-remote ELGs for facilities located in Anchorage, Cordova, Juneau, Ketchikan, and Petersburg and instead subject them to the less stringent requirements for "remote" locations. The non-remote ELGs would remain in effect for Kodiak. On May 19, 1980, EPA temporarily suspended the existing requirements for facilities in the five "non-remote" centers covered in the petition and instead subjected them to the less stringent limits based on grinding until October 15, 1980. On January 9, 1981, EPA issued a proposal to deny the petition to modify and amend the ELGs for Anchorage, Cordova, Ketchikan and Petersburg but to grant the petition to remove Juneau from the non-remote subcategories. EPA also solicited comment on subjecting additional geographic locations including two specific locations, Dutch Harbor and Kenai Peninsula, to the "non-remote" requirements. In the 1981 proposal, EPA stated that the May 1980 suspension would remain in effect until EPA made a final decision. The Agency has not made a final decision, and the suspension has remained in effect since 1980. On November 7, 2013, EPA provided new data and information gathered since the 1981 proposal. The notice described EPA's recent data and information gathering; provided EPA's preliminary analyses of the new data; and summarized what the Agency learned from the new data and analyses. It provided preliminary results of EPA's analyses of the updated data for the five petition locations as well as preliminary analysis for possible additional locations. Finally, it provided preliminary indications of how these results may be reflected in EPA's final response to petitions submitted in 1980 by certain members of the Alaskan seafood processing industry and in amended effluent limitations. EPA is reviewing the comments received from the notice and is preparing responses. A final preamble and rule is expected be signed and published in September 2015.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 408 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq Clean Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 11/07/2013 78 FR 66916

Comment Period Extended 12/27/2013 78 FR 78954

Final Rule 02/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/scitech/wastetech/guide/seafood/index.cfm Agency Contact: Meghan Hessenauer Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4303T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1040
FAX: 202 566-1053
E-Mail: hessenauer.meghan@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Jan Matuszko Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4303T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1035
FAX: 202 566-1053
E-Mail: matuszko.jan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AD40

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Title: Underground Injection Control: Update of State Programs

Abstract:

The regulations at 40 CFR part 147 codify each State's UIC program description and incorporate by reference the rules and regulations that the respective primacy State will implement. This includes codifying programs that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) directly implements. Codifying State programs in 40 CFR part 147 provides notice to the public and regulatedcommunities of the State program requirements and allows EPA to bring a direct enforcement action against a regulated entity if the State asks EPA to intervene or if the State fails to bring an enforcement action. This update is necessary to ensure that the CFR accurately reflects current approved State UIC programs and that requirements of those programs are federally enforceable. EPA Regional Offices will be submitting State revision packages as they are completed. Part 147 will then be updated in several stages. This is the first stage. This action should have no impact on the regulated community because EPA will merely be incorporating by reference elements of already approved State programs.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 147 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 300h-1 SDWA 1422; 42 U.S.C. 300h-4 SDWA 1425 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Robert-Eu Smith Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4606M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3895
FAX: 202 564-3756
E-Mail: smith.robert-eu@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Jeff Jollie Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code WTR9, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3886
FAX: 415 947-3549
E-Mail: jollie.jeff@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF03

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Title: Development of Best Management Practices for Recreational Boats Under Section 312(o) of the Clean Water Act

Abstract:

This action is for the development of regulations by EPA to implement the Clean Boating Act (Pub.L 110-288), which was signed by the President on July 29, 2008. The Clean Boating Act amends section 402 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) to exclude recreational vessels from National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permitting requirements. In addition, it adds a new CWA section 312(o) directing EPA to develop regulations that identify the discharges incidental to the normal operation of recreational vessels (other than a discharge of sewage) for which it is reasonable and practicable to develop management practices to mitigate adverse impacts on waters of the United States. The regulations also need to include those management practices, including performance standards for each such practice. Following promulgation of the EPA performance standards, new CWA section 312(o) directs the Coast Guard to promulgate regulations governing the design, construction, installation, and use of the management practices. Following promulgation of the Coast Guard regulations, the Clean Boating Act prohibits the operation of a recreational vessel or any discharge incidental to their normal operation in waters of the United States and waters of the contiguous zone (i.e., 12 miles into the ocean), unless the vessel owner or operator is using an applicable management practice meeting the EPA-developed performance standards.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 140 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq Clean Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRMRegulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 713990; 336612; 441222; 483212; 713930; 441221; 488330; 487210 Agency Contact: Grace Robiou Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4504T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2975
E-Mail: robiou.grace@epa.gov Agency Contact: Katherine Weller Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4504T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1280
E-Mail: weller.katherine@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF05

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Title: Oil and Gas Construction Stormwater Rule

Abstract:

On June 12, 2006, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a final rule to address a new provision added by the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The 2006 regulation effectively exempted from National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements stormwater discharges of sediment from construction activities associated with oil and gas exploration, production, processing, or treatment operations or transmission facilities unless the relevant facility had a discharge of stormwater resulting in a discharge of a reportable quantity of oil or hazardous substances. Shortly thereafter, the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) petitioned the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (Ninth Circuit) for direct review of EPA's action. On May 23, 2008, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in NRDC v. U.S. EPA, 526 F.3d 591 (9th Cir. 2008), vacating EPA's 2006 oil and gas construction stormwater regulation. On July 21, 2008, EPA filed a petition for rehearing in this case. On November 3, 2008, the Ninth Circuit issued its order denying EPA's request for rehearing of the Court's decision vacating EPA's 2006 oil and gas construction stormwater regulation. This action should be included as part of EPA's Stormwater Regulations Revision to Address Discharges from Developed Sites (RIN 2040-AD13). EPA plans to (1) remove the codified 2006 rule from the Code of Federal Regulations consistent with the court vacatur and (2) codify the revised 2005 Energy Policy Act definition of "oil and gas exploration, production, processing, treatment, and transmission operations" to clarify that certain uncontaminated discharges from oil and gas construction activities are exempt from permitting as identified in section 402(I)(2)
of the Clean Water Act.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122.26(a)(2)(ii) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1342(l) and 1362(24) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM

Additional Information: SAN No. 5330

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Bryan Rittenhouse Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4203M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0577
FAX: 202 564-6431
E-Mail: rittenhouse.bryan@epa.govEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF13

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Title: Stormwater Regulations Revision to Address Discharges From Developed Sites

Abstract:

Stormwater discharges from developed areas are a major cause of degradation of surface waters. Stormwater conveys pollutants to nearby waterbodies and can impact the hydrology of waterbodies because of increased stormwater discharge volumes and velocities. Current stormwater regulations were promulgated in 1990 and 1999. In 2006, the Office of Water asked the National Research Council (NRC) to review the stormwater program and recommend ways to strengthen it. The NRC Report, which was finalized in October 2008, found that the current stormwater program "... is not likely to adequately control stormwater's contribution to waterbody impairment" and recommended that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) take action to address the harmful effects of stormwater. This action could propose requirements for managing stormwater discharges from newly developed and redeveloped sites and may propose regulating additional municipal separate storm sewer systems.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122.26; 40 CFR 122.30 to 37 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM

Additional Information: EPA Docket information: EPA-HQ-OW-2009-0817.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: Undetermined

RIN Information URL: http://cfpub.epa.gov/npdes/home.cfm? program_id=6 Agency Contact: Kevin Weiss Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4203M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0742
FAX: 202 564-0717
E-Mail: weiss.kevin@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Janet Goodwin Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4303T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1060
E-Mail: goodwin.janet@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF15

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Title: National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Regulatory Revisions

Abstract:

Beginning in 2004, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conducted a wide-ranging review of implementation of the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) to determine if there is a national problem related to elevated lead levels. EPA's comprehensive review consisted of several elements, including a series of workshops designed to solicit issues, comments, and suggestions from stakeholders on particular issues; a review of monitoring data to evaluate the effectiveness of the LCR; and a review of the LCR implementation by States and water utilities. As a result of this multi-part review, EPA identified seven targeted rule changes, and EPA promulgated a set of short-term regulatory revisions and clarifications on October 10, 2007, to strengthen implementation of the existing Lead and Copper Rule. In developing the short-term revisions, EPA identified several regulatorychanges to be considered as part of the more comprehensive changes to the rule. These considerations are longer-term in nature as they require additional data collection, research, analysis, and stakeholder involvement to support decisions. This action addresses the remaining regulatory revisions to be completed. Changes will be made to make the rule more cost effective and more protective of public health.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 300f et seq Safe Drinking Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2016

Final Rule 06/00/2018

Additional Information: This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see: http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/sdwa/lcr/index.cfm Agency Contact: Jeffrey Kempic Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4607M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4880
FAX: 202 564-3760
E-Mail: kempic.jeffrey@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF21

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Title: Water Quality Standards for the State of Florida's Estuaries and Coastal Waters

Abstract:

Consistent with the terms of a 2009 303(c)(4)(B) determination and Consent Decree, on November 30, 2012, EPA signed proposed criteria for Florida's estuaries and coastal waters not otherwise covered by EPA-approved State numeric nutrient criteria and inland flowing waters in the South Florida Nutrient Watershed Region (77 FR 74923). On November 30, 2012, June 27, 2013, and September 26, 2013, EPA approved numeric nutrient standards adopted by the State of Florida for certain waters in the State. In addition to Florida's adoption of numeric nutrient standards, a January 7, 2014 ruling by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida granting EPA's motion to modify the consent decree allows EPA to withdraw the overlapping federally promulgated criteria so Florida can implement their State-adopted, EPA-approved criteria to address nutrient pollution in Florida's waters. As a result, EPA no longer intends to finalize this November 30, 2012 rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 131 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq Clean Water Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Consent Decree (As per extension approved 7/16/2012 (Florida Wildlife Federation v. EPA #08-324 USDC Northern District of Florida). Original Deadline was 11/14/2011. 11/30/2012

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 12/18/2012 77 FR 74924Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2010-0222. http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/florida_coastal.cfm

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Erica Fleisig Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4305T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1057
E-Mail: fleisig.erica@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Corey Buffo Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4305T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1279
E-Mail: buffo.corey@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF26

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Title: Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Dental Point Source Category

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is developing pretreatment standards for pollutant discharges from dental offices. When dentists place or remove amalgam fillings, mercury and other contaminants are flushed into the sewer. Dental amalgam contains mercury and other metals that have the potential to pass through or interfere with municipal wastewater treatment at Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs). EPA's technology assessment will focus on best management practices, such as use of amalgam separators, as a regulatory requirement.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 441; 40 CFR 403 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251; 33 U.S.C. 1311; 33 U.S.C. 1314; 33 U.S.C. 1316; 33 U.S.C. 1317; 33 U.S.C. 1318; 33 U.S.C. 1342; 33 U.S.C. 1361; 42 U.S.C. 13101 et seq Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/22/2014 79 FR 63257

NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/19/2014 79 FR 75772

Final Rule 06/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2014-0693

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/scitech/wastetech/guide/dental/

Sectors Affected: 339116; 621210 Agency Contact: Damon Highsmith Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4303T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2504
E-Mail: highsmith.damon@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Jan Matuszko Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4303T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1035FAX: 202 566-1053
E-Mail: matuszko.jan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF27

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Title: Effluent Guidelines and Standards for the Construction and Development Industry--Revision

Abstract:

This action will address an error that was identified in the Effluent Limitations Guidelines for the Construction & Development (C&D) Point Source Category. The C&D rule was issued on December 1, 2009, and became effective on February 1, 2010. The 2009 ELG rule contained a numeric effluent limit for turbidity, based on the application of passive treatment technology.
After promulgation, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) received two petitions for reconsideration of the C&D rule. The petitions pointed out a potential error in the calculation of the numeric limit. Based on EPA's examination of the underlying dataset, the calculations in the existing administrative record are not adequate to support the numeric effluent limit. EPA issued a stay of the numeric limitation on January 4, 2011. The stay will be in place until a new limit is finalized or the limit is withdrawn through a rulemaking action. EPA has issued a Federal Register notice soliciting additional data. EPA intends to propose a correction rule for public comment and then take final action on a revised limitation in the future.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 450 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1311; 33 U.S.C. 1312 CWA 302; 33 U.S.C. 1314; 33 U.S.C. 1316; 33 U.S.C. 1341; 33 U.S.C. 1342; 33 U.S.C. 1361; 33 U.S.C. 1370 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM

Notice 01/03/2012 77 FR 112

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2010-0884

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/scitech/wastetech/guide/construction/index.cfm

Sectors Affected: 236; 237 Agency Contact: Jesse Pritts Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4303T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1038
E-Mail: pritts.jesse@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Janet Goodwin Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4303T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1060
E-Mail: goodwin.janet@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF28

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Title: National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Regulation of Perchlorate

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is developing a national regulation for perchlorate in drinking water. The Safe Drinking Water Act describes EPA's requirements for regulating contaminants. In accordance with these requirements, EPA willconsider the Science Advisory Board's guidance on how to best interpret perchlorate health information to derive a Maximum Contaminant Level Goal for perchlorate. The Agency is also evaluating the feasibility and affordability of treatment technologies to remove perchlorate from drinking water and will examine the costs and benefits of a Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) and alternative MCLs. EPA is also seeking input through informal and formal processes from the National Drinking Water Advisory Council, the Department of Health and Human Services, State and tribal drinking water programs, the regulated community (public water systems), public health organizations, academia, environmental and public interest groups, and other interested stakeholders on a number of issues relating to the regulation.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 300f et seq Safe Drinking Water Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Statutory SDWA requires NPRM not later than 24 months after determination to regulate. 02/11/2013

Other Statutory SDWA requires Final Action within 18 months of NPRM; may be extended up to nine months. 08/11/2014

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2017

Final Rule 09/00/2018

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2009-0297

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/drink/contaminants/unregulated/perchlorate.cfm Agency Contact: Daniel Olson Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4607M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-5239
E-Mail: olson.daniel@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Lisa Christ Environmental Protection Agency
Water 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8354
E-Mail: christ.lisa@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF29

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Title: National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Group Regulation of Carcinogenic Volatile Organic Compound (VOCs)

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced in February 2011 that it plans to develop one national primary drinking water regulation (NPDWR) covering up to 16 carcinogenic volatile organic compounds (VOCs). EPA will propose a regulation to address carcinogenic VOC contaminants as a group, rather than individually, in order to provide public health protections more quickly and also to allow utilities to more effectively and efficiently plan for improvements. PCE and TCE, which EPA determined to be candidates for regulatory revision under the second six-year review of the existing NPDWRs, will be included in the VOC drinking water standard. Besides PCE and TCE, the group may include up to six additional regulated VOCs and up to eight unregulated VOCs from the EPA's Contaminant Candidate List 3. The Safe Drinking Water Act, section 1412(b)(1)-(6), describes EPA's requirements for regulating contaminants. In accordance with these requirements, EPA will evaluate the health effects of carcinogenic VOCs, the feasibility of treatment, the affordability of treatment for small systems, and the costs and the benefits (as part of the Health Risk Reduction Cost Analysis). EPA has reached out to stakeholders via multiple meetings and the Web before deciding to develop the carcinogenic VOC group rule. EPA also plans to seek input from the Science Advisory Board, the National Drinking Water Advisory Council, the Department of Health and Human Services, and State and tribal drinking water programs prior to issuing a proposed rule.Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 300f et seq Safe Drinking Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2018

Final Rule 08/00/2019

Additional Information: This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see: http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/sdwa/dwstrategy/index.cfm Agency Contact: Kesha Forrest Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4607M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3632
FAX: 202 564-3760
E-Mail: forrest.kesha@epa.gov Agency Contact: Rajiv Khera Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4607M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4881
E-Mail: khera.rajiv@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF37

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Title: National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: Finished Water Storage Facility Inspection Requirements Addendum to the
Revised Total Coliform Rule

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is planning to propose an addendum to the Revised Total Coliform Rule (RTCR) to strengthen public health protection by including finished water storage facility inspection (SFI) requirements. In the preamble to the July 2010 proposed RTCR (75 FR 40926), EPA requested comment on the value and cost of storage facility inspection and cleaning. EPA received comments regarding unsanitary conditions and contamination that can be found in finished water storage facilities that are not routinely inspected and cleaned, including breaches and accumulation of sediment, animals, insects, and other contaminants. The Agency is developing an SFI proposal in order to allow interested parties to again comment and provide any additional relevant information. EPA is planning to propose and request comment on requirements for public water systems to periodically inspect the interior and exterior of their finished water storage facilities and to correct any sanitary defects found. Any potential requirements would apply to all public water systems that have one or more finished water storage facilities. Like the 2013 final RTCR, the proposed storage tank inspection requirements would maintain or improve public health protection by reducing cases of illnesses and possibly deaths due to exposure to waterborne pathogens.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term
Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141; 142 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 300f et seq Safe Drinking Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2018Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2008-0878. Split from RIN 2040-AD94.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State;
Tribal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/sdwa/tcr/regulation_revisions.cfm

Related RINs: Related to 2040-AD75 Agency Contact: Sean Conley Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4607M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-1781
FAX: 202 564-3767
E-Mail: conley.sean@epa.gov Agency Contact: Julie Javier Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4607M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-2335
E-Mail: javier.julie@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF39

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Title: Water Quality Standards for the State of Florida's Streams and Downstream Protection of Lakes: Remanded Provisions

Abstract:

Consistent with a February 18, 2012 court ruling, which remanded to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) two portions of its numeric water quality standards for nutrients in Florida that were promulgated and published on December 6, 2010, on November 30, 2012, EPA signed proposed criteria for Florida's streams not otherwise covered by EPA-approved state numeric nutrient criteria, as well as approaches for developing downstream protection values (77 FR 74985). On November 30, 2012, June 27, 2013, and September 26, 2013, EPA approved numeric nutrient standards adopted by the State of Florida for certain waters in the State. Finally, a January 7, 2014, ruling by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida granting EPA's motion to modify the consent decree allows EPA to withdraw the overlapping federally promulgated criteria so that Florida can implement its state-adopted, EPA-approved criteria to address nutrient pollution in Florida's waters. As a result, EPA no longer intends to finalize this November 30, 2012, rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 131 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq Clean Water Act Legal Deadline: Per court order the final rule must be signed 30 days after the judge's ruling unless the judge grants EPA's motion to modify the consent decree for these waters.

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Floriday Wildlife Federation v. EPA, #08-324, USDC Northern District of Florida 11/30/2012

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 12/18/2012 77 FR 74985

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2009-0596. http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/rulesregs/florida_inland.cfm

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 31-33; 2123; 22132 Agency Contact: Mario Sengco Environmental Protection Agency
Water4305T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2676
FAX: 202 566-9981
E-Mail: sengco.mario@epa.gov Agency Contact: Corey Buffo Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4305T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1279
E-Mail: buffo.corey@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF43

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Title: NPDES Regulations to Address Water Quality Impacts from Forest Road Discharges

Abstract: EPA will propose to use flexible non-permitting approaches under the Clean Water Act to regulate certain discharges of stormwater from forest roads, including logging roads, in order to address water quality impacts from those discharges. EPA recognizes that effective best management practices (BMPs) exist that protect receiving waters and minimize impacts. EPA plans to propose approaches that leverage effective BMP programs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 122.26 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251(a) Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OW-2012-0195

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/npdes/stormwater/forestroads Public Comment URL: www.regulations.gov

Related RINs: Related to 2040-AF42 Agency Contact: Prasad Chumble Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4203M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0021
E-Mail: chumble.prasad@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water ( WATER ) RIN: 2040-AF55

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Title: Regulations Implementing Section 1417 of the Safe Drinking Water Act: Prohibition on Use of Lead Pipes, Solder, and
Flux

Abstract:

The Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act was enacted on January 4, 2011, to amend section 1417 of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA or Act) respecting the use and introduction into commerce of lead pipes, plumbing fittings or fixtures, solder and flux. The 2011 "Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act" revised Section 1417 to: (1) redefine "lead free" in SDWA section 1417(d) to lower the maximum lead content of plumbing products such as pipes and fixtures from 8.0 percent to 0.25 percent;establish a statutory method for the calculation of lead content; and eliminate the requirement that lead free products be in compliance with voluntary standards established in accordance with SDWA 1417(e) for leaching of lead from new plumbing fittings and fixtures. (2) create exemptions in SDWA Section 1417(a)(4) from the prohibitions on the use or introduction into commerce for: "pipes, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings or fixtures, including backflow preventers, that are used exclusively for nonpotable services such as manufacturing, industrial processing, irrigation, outdoor watering, or any other uses where the water is not anticipated to be used for human consumption;" (SDWA 1417(a)(4)(A)) "toilets, bidets, urinals, fill valves, flushometer valves, tub fillers, shower valves, service saddles, or water distribution main gate valves that are 2 inches in diameter or larger." (SDWA 1417(a)(4)(B)) The Community Fire Safety Act of 2013 further amended section 1417 of SDWA to exempt fire hydrants from the prohibitions on use and introduction into commerce of pipes, fittings, and fixtures that are not lead free. EPA will propose regulations to codify and assist in the implementation of these amendments to section 1417 of SDWA.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 141; 40 CFR 142 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 300f et seq Safe Drinking Water Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Brian D'Amico Environmental Protection Agency
Water
4303T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1069
FAX: 202 566-1053
E-Mail: damico.brian@epa.gov Agency Contact: Jeffrey Kempic Environmental Protection Agency
Water Mail Code 4607M, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-4880
FAX: 202 564-3760
E-Mail: kempic.jeffrey@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG39

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Title: Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals

Abstract:

Some pharmaceuticals are regulated as hazardous waste under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act when discarded. Health-care (and associated) facilities that generate hazardous waste pharmaceuticals have reported having difficulties complying with the manufacturing-oriented framework of the subtitle C hazardous waste regulations for a number of reasons. First, under the current hazardous waste regulatory scheme, health-care workers, whose primary focus is to provide care for patients, are often responsible for the implementation of the regulations. Second, a health-care facility can have thousands of items in its formulary, making it difficult to ascertain which ones are hazardous wastes when disposed. Third, some active pharmaceutical ingredients are listed as acute hazardous wastes, which are stringently regulated even in small amounts. To facilitate compliance and to respond to these concerns, the EPA is proposing to revise the regulations to improve management and disposal of hazardous waste pharmaceuticals. The revisions are also intended to clarify regulation of a major mechanism used by health-care facilities for management of unused and/or expired pharmaceuticals, which is known as reverse distribution. In 2008, the Agency proposed to address pharmaceutical hazardous waste management issues by adding them to the Universal Waste rule. However, in order to address the adverse comments received on the 2008 proposal, the EPA is now considering re-proposing health-care facility-specific regulations for the management of hazardous waste pharmaceuticals in order to provide a regulatory scheme that is adapted to the unique issues that hospitals, pharmacies and other health-related facilities face.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: NoCFR Citation: 40 CFR 260; 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 262; 40 CFR 264; 40 CFR 265; 40 CFR 266; 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 270 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6912(a); 42 U.S.C. 6921 to 6939 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/02/2008 73 FR 73520

NPRM Comment Period Extended 01/30/2009 74 FR 5633

Second NPRM 07/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2007-0932. Includes Retrospective Review under Executive Order 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State;
Tribal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/waste/hazard/generation/pharmaceuticals.htm Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPAHQ-RCRA-2007-0932

Sectors Affected: 622110; 562112; 562211; 562219; 562119; 446110; 562111; 562213; 562212; 541940 Agency Contact: Mary Jackson Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8453
E-Mail: jackson.mary@epa.gov Agency Contact: Kristin Fitzgerald Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8286
FAX: 703 308-0522
E-Mail: fitzgerald.kristin@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG67

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Title: Addition of Subsurface Component to the Hazard Ranking System (HRS)

Abstract:

The Hazard Ranking System (HRS), required by the Superfund statute, is the primary mechanism used by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to assess the relative threat associated with actual or potential releases of hazardous substances. As a matter of Agency policy, those sites that score 28.50 or greater under the HRS are eligible for inclusion on the National Priorities List (NPL). The NPL is intended primarily to guide the EPA in determining which sites warrant further investigation. A score of 28.50 does not represent a specified level of risk but is a cutoff point that serves as a screening-level indicator of the highest priority releases or threatened releases. The HRS includes four scoring pathways - ground water, surface water, air and soil exposure. Additional pathways have been identified as posing significant threats to human health and the environment that should be considered when evaluating sites for the NPL. One such pathway is subsurface intrusion. Subsurface intrusion occurs when contaminants are released, enter the subsurface environment and move into occupied structures (e.g., residences, workplaces and other buildings) as a gas, vapor or liquid. Over the past decade EPA and state environmental programs have learned significantly more information regarding the risk that this pathway poses to human health. Historically, EPA's Superfund program has responded to vapor intrusion contamination by two mechanisms: (1) through its emergency response program at sites not on the NPL, or (2) through sites placed on the NPL because of other pathway-related risks. In a May 2010 report, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) concluded that if vapor intrusion sites are not assessed and, if needed, listed on the NPL, some seriously contaminated hazardous waste sites with unacceptable human exposure may not otherwise be cleaned up. Thus, EPA is working toward a proposed rulemaking to add a new screening component to the HRS that would allow sites with vapor intrusion contamination to be evaluated for placement on the NPL. This addition would enable the HRS to directly consider the human exposure to contaminants that enter building structures through the subsurface environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations )Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 9601 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 01/31/2011 76 FR 5370

NPRM 09/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-SFUND-2010-1086

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State;
Tribal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/superfund/sites/npl/hrsaddition.htm#addition Agency Contact: Terry Jeng Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5204P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-8852
E-Mail: jeng.terry@epa.gov Agency Contact: Brenda Cook Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response USEPA REGION 6, 1445 Ross Avenue, Suite 1200, 6SF Dallas , TX 75202
Phone: 214 665-7436
FAX: 214 665-6660
E-Mail: cook.brenda@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG70

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Title: Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Rule

Abstract:

This rule would make various changes to the hazardous-waste generator regulatory program to improve its clarity and effectiveness. One improvement under consideration would consolidate all of the hazardous-waste generator regulations, where appropriate, in part 262 of title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Another possible improvement would require small- and large-quantity generators to include additional information on container labels to better communicate risks associated with
their contents. In order to provide generators with greater flexibility in complying with the RCRA regulations, another improvement under consideration would allow generators to maintain their regulatory status even though, because of an episodic event, they moved into a higher regulatory status temporarily. This improvement would allow episodic generators to follow streamlined requirements that are fully protective of human health and the environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 270; 40 CFR 273; 40 CFR 258; 40 CFR parts 260 to 265 (To search for a specific CFR,
visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6912; 42 U.S.C. 6921; 42 U.S.C. 6922; 42 U.S.C. 6923; 42 U.S.C. 6924; 42 U.S.C. 6927; 42 U.S.C. 6907; 42 U.S.C. 6930 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 07/00/2015

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under Executive Order 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: NoEnergy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 31-33; 44-45; 48-49; 22 Agency Contact: Jim O'Leary Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8827
FAX: 703 308-0514
E-Mail: oleary.jim@epa.gov Agency Contact: Kathy Lett Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response Mail Code 5304P, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 605-0761
E-Mail: blanton.katherine@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG75

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Title: Revisions to Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Subtitle D Research, Demonstration & Development Permit Rule

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering modifying the permit term provision of the Research, Demonstration and Development (RD&D) rule in the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) subtitle D regulations for municipal solid waste landfills. EPA originally promulgated the RD&D rule in 2004. One of the issues that has arisen is the 12-year time limitation on RD&D permits. States that have issued RD&D permits indicate to EPA that this limitation discourages long-term research and shortens the investment period needed to recoup costs because the lag time from design to operation can be as much as three years. The majority of State stakeholders believe that removing the time limit is appropriate.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 258 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6907; 42 U.S.C. 6912(a); 42 U.S.C. 6944; 42 U.S.C. 6945(c); 42 U.S.C. 6949a; 42 U.S.C. 6981(a) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/waste/nonhaz/municipal/landfill/mswlficr/index.htm Agency Contact: Craig Dufficy Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5306W Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-9037
FAX: 703 308-8686
E-Mail: dufficy.craig@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG77

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Title: Hazardous Waste Export-Import Revisions Rule

Abstract:

The EPA is considering the development of proposed revisions to the hazardous waste export-import related requirements in 40 CFR parts 260 to 267, 271 and 273 for the purpose of (1) making existing non-Organization for Economic Co-operation andDevelopment (OECD) export and import-related requirements more consistent with the current OECD import-export requirements; (2) enabling electronic submittal of all export and import-related documents (e.g., export notices, export annual reports), to the extent possible; and (3) enabling electronic validation of consent in the Automated Export System (AES) for export shipments subject to Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) export consent requirements prior to exit. This rulemaking is also being undertaken to comply with Executive Order 13659, Streamlining the Export/Import Process for
America's Businesses.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 260 to 267; 40 CFR 271; 40 CFR 273 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6901 et seq; 42 U.S.C. 6912; 42 U.S.C. 6922 to 6924; 42 U.S.C. 6938 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2015-0147. Includes Retrospective Review under Executive Order 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No Energy Affected: No International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest.
Sectors Affected: 325199; 452990; 441310; 483113; 334; 483111; 2211; 335; 332; 484121; 562112; 482111; 333; 713930; 562920; 325411; 339; 423120; 441110; 481212; 562119; 324; 331; 423930; 481112; 562111; 484230; 4842; 335911; 441320;
336 Agency Contact: Laura Coughlan Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-0005
FAX: 703 308-0514
E-Mail: coughlan.laura@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG78

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Title: National Contingency Plan Revisions to Align With the National Response Framework

Abstract:

The purpose of this regulation is to revise the National Contingency Plan (NCP) to align it with the National Response Framework (NRF) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The purpose of the NCP is to provide the organizational structure and procedures for preparing for and responding to discharges of oil and releases of hazardous substance, pollutants, and contaminants. The purpose of the NRF is to provide a guide that describes how the nation conducts all-hazard response to domestic incidents. The NRF does not alter the existing authorities of federal departments and agencies, but rather establishes the coordinating framework to integrate the authorities of various agencies into an all-hazard approach to incident management. The NRF is based on NIMS, which provides a consistent nationwide template for the management of domestic incidents. The NRF and NIMS were developed by the Department of Homeland Security, in consultation with other federal agencies (including EPA) and incident response organizations. Alignment of the NCP with the NRF and NIMS will facilitate smooth integration of emergency response activities under the NCP with the NRF and NIMS. The EPA is proposing other minor revisions to the NCP. The revisions would update the description of federal agency organizational structures and capabilities and how they operate, as well as recognize the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321; 42 U.S.C. 9601 to 9657 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Jean Schumann Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5104A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-1977
FAX: 202 564-2620
E-Mail: schumann.jean@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG82

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Title: Modernization of the Accidental Release Prevention Regulations Under Clean Air Act

Abstract:

In response to Executive Order 13650, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering potential revisions to its Risk Management Program regulations and related programs. The Agency may consider the addition of new accident prevention or emergency response program elements, and/or changes to existing elements, and/or other changes to the existing regulatory provisions.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 68 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7412(r) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www2.epa.gov/rmp

Sectors Affected: 325; 49313; 42491; 311511; 311; 221112; 311411; 49311; 31152; 311612; 211112; 32519; 42469; 49319; 322; 42471; 32411; 311615; 49312; 22132; 11511; 22131 Agency Contact: James Belke Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5104A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8023
FAX: 202 564-8444
E-Mail: belke.jim@epa.gov Agency Contact: Kathy Franklin Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5104A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7987
FAX: 202 564-2625
E-Mail: franklin.kathy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG83

View Related DocumentsTitle: Non-Hazardous Secondary Materials--Additions to List of Categorical Non-Waste Fuels; Other Treated Woods

Abstract:

In the 2013 Non-Hazardous Secondary Materials (NHSM) final rule, the EPA established a rulemaking process for categorical determinations for adding NHSMs as non-waste fuels. Persons requesting rulemakings for adding NHSMs to the list of categorical non-wastes will have to demonstrate how the NHSMs successfully meet the criteria listed in 40 CFR 241.4(b)(5). The Treated Wood Council has submitted a petition for various types of treated wood to be added as categorical non-waste
fuels.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 241 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6903; 42 U.S.C. 6912; 42 U.S.C. 7429 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/wastes/nonhaz/define/

Sectors Affected: 32731; 236; 561730; 31-33; 713930; 322; 488310; 482; 321113; 487110; 238910; 562111; 562213; 562212; 221; 321114; 321 Agency Contact: Jesse Miller Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5302P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-1180
E-Mail: miller.jesse@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: George Faison Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5303P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-7652
FAX: 703 308-0509
E-Mail: faison.george@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG46

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Title: Revising Underground Storage Tank Regulations--Revisions to Existing Requirements and New Requirements for Secondary Containment and Operator Training

Abstract:

The Underground Storage Tank (UST) regulations were first promulgated in 1988 primarily to prevent releases from retail petroleum marketers (gas stations) and other facilities into the environment. These regulations have reduced the incidents of contamination. However, there is a need to revise the regulations to incorporate changes to the UST program from the Energy Policy Act of 2005, as well as to update outdated portions of the regulations due to changes in technology since the 1980s. On August 8, 2005, President Bush signed the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct). Title XV, subtitle B of this act (entitled the Underground Storage Tank Compliance Act of 2005), amends subtitle I of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, the original legislation that created the UST program. There are key provisions of the EPAct that apply to States receiving federal UST funding but do not apply in Indian Country, including requirements for secondary containment and operator training. The EPA will also use our knowledge of the program gained over the last 20 years to update and revise the regulations to make targeted changes to improve implementation and prevent UST releases. In the NPRM, the EPA proposed: adding secondary containment requirements for new and replaced tanks and piping, adding operator training requirements, adding periodic operation and maintenance requirements for UST systems, removing certain deferral, adding new release prevention and detection technologies, updating codes of practice, making editorial and technical corrections, and updating state program approval requirements to incorporate these new changes.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final RuleMajor: Yes Unfunded Mandates: State, Local, Or Tribal Governments;
Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 280 and 281 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6991 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/18/2011 76 FR 71708

NPRM Comment Period Extended 02/15/2012 77 FR 8757

Final Rule 05/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-UST-2011-0301

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oust/fedlaws/proposedregs.html Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQUST-2011-0301-0001

Sectors Affected: 72; 481; 48811; 112; 111; 2211; 447; 622; 31-33; 486; 44-45; 485; 484; 483; 42 Agency Contact: Elizabeth McDermott Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5401P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-7175
FAX: 703 603-0175
E-Mail: mcdermott.elizabeth@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Paul Miller Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5401P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-7165
FAX: 703 603-0175
E-Mail: miller.paul@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG74

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Title: Additions to List of Section 241.4 Categorical Non-Waste Fuels

Abstract:

In the 2013 Non-Hazardous Secondary Materials (NHSM) final rule, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established a rulemaking process for categorical determinations for adding NHSMs as non-waste fuels. Persons requesting rulemakings for adding NHSMs to the list of categorical non-wastes will have to demonstrate how the NHSMs successfully meet the criteria listed in 40 CFR 241.4(b)(5). EPA has issued a proposed rule to list as categorical certain non-waste fuels construction and demolition wood processed according to best management practices, paper recycling residuals, and creosote-treated railroad
ties.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 241 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6903; 42 U.S.C. 6912; 42 U.S.C. 7429 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/14/2014 79 FR 21005

Final Rule 05/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2013-0110Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/wastes/nonhaz/define/ Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQRCRA-2013-0110

Sectors Affected: 32731; 236; 561730; 31-33; 713930; 322; 488310; 482; 321113; 487110; 238910; 562111; 562213; 562212; 221; 321114; 321 Agency Contact: Jesse Miller Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5302P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-1180
E-Mail: miller.jesse@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: George Faison Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5303P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-7652
FAX: 703 308-0509
E-Mail: faison.george@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG76

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Title: Amending the National Contingency Plan (NCP) Provisions for Public Notices for Specific Superfund Activities

Abstract:

The EPA amended the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan (NCP) to add language to broaden ways the agency can inform the public of site-related activities. Modifying the NCP allows the regions to adopt a communications approach that is most appropriate for the community and stage of the Superfund process. In some cases, publishing a public notice in a major local newspaper may be the most economical and effective way to inform the public. However, in other cases, other outreach methods may be more appropriate, such as direct mailings to individual homes or email notifications. These changes give Superfund site teams the flexibility to design a communications approach suitable for the community and the situation.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 300 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(d)(2); 42 U.S.C. 9601 to 9657; 1991 Comp p.351; E.O. 12580; E.O. 12777; E.O. 13626; 2013 Comp p.306; 1987 Comp p.193 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/01/2014 79 FR 23371

Final Rule 04/02/2015 80 FR 17703

Final Rule Effective 05/04/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-SFUND-2014-0620

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/osweroe1/content/lawsregs/ncpover.htm Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQSFUND-2014-0620 Agency Contact: Suzanne Wells Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5204G Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-8863
FAX: 703 603-9100E-Mail: wells.suzanne@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AE87

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Title: Revisions to the National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan; Subpart J Product Schedule Listing Requirements

Abstract:

The Clean Water Act requires the EPA to prepare a schedule identifying dispersants, other chemicals, and other spill-mitigating devices and substances, if any, that may be used in carrying out the National Contingency Plan (NCP); and the waters and quantities in which they may be used. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering revising subpart J of the NCP to address the efficacy, toxicity, and environmental monitoring of dispersants, other chemical and biological agents, and other spill-mitigating substances, as well as public, State, local, and Federal officials concerns on their authorization and use. Specifically, the agency is considering revisions to the technical product requirements under subpart J, including amendments to the effectiveness and toxicity testing protocols, and establishing new effectiveness and toxicity thresholds for listing certain products on the Schedule. Additionally, the Agency is considering amendments to area planning requirements for agent use authorization and advanced monitoring techniques. The agency is also considering revisions to harmonize 40 CFR part 110.4 with the definitions for chemical and biological agents proposed for subpart J. These changes, if finalized, will help ensure that chemical and biological agents have met rigorous efficacy and toxicity requirements, that product manufacturers provide important use and safety information, and that the planning and response community is equipped with the proper information to authorize and use the products in a judicious and effective manner.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 300; 40 CFR 110 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(3); 33 U.S.C. 1321(c)(2); 33 U.S.C. 1321(d)(2); 33 U.S.C. 1321(j); 33 U.S.C. 1321(c)(1); 33 U.S.C. 1321(b)(4); 33 U.S.C. 1361(a) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/22/2015 80 FR 3379

Final Rule 09/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPA-2006-0090

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/oem/ Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQOPA-2006-0090

Sectors Affected: 325; 424; 211; 541; 562 Agency Contact: Vanessa Principe Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5104A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7913
FAX: 202 564-2625
E-Mail: principe.vanessa@epa.gov Agency Contact: Craig Matthiessen Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5104A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8016
FAX: 202 564-2625
E-Mail: mattheissen.craig@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AF01View Related Documents

Title: RCRA Smarter Waste Reporting

Abstract:

By implementing the Smarter Waste Reporting initiative, the EPA hopes to decrease the regulatory burden on respondents completing the Biennial Report (BR) by eliminating the form for waste shipped offsite. We plan to do this by proposing to: (1) substitute the BR data with the more timely data from the e-Manifest system and (2) improve the information we currently receive from respondents who manage their waste onsite, in an effort to improve the quality of BR data.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 262.41 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6922(a)(6) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM

Additional Information: Includes Retrospective Review under Executive Order 13563.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Peggy Vyas Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5303P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-5477
FAX: 703 308-8433
E-Mail: vyas.peggy@epa.gov Agency Contact: Lori Furr Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5303P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-0596
FAX: 703 308-8433
E-Mail: furr.lori@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG34

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Title: Revisions to Land Disposal Restrictions Treatment Standards and Amendments to Recycling Requirements for Spent Petroleum Refining Hydrotreating and Hydrorefining Catalysts

Abstract: In response to a rulemaking petition, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering amending the Land Disposal Restriction (LDR) treatment requirements for EPA Waste Codes K172 and F037. The EPA is also responding to other elements of the rulemaking petition in the notice. Finally, in response to separate comments received from petroleum industry representatives, the EPA is considering proposing a rule to help encourage consistent levels of recycling of spent hydrotreating and hydrorefining catalysts, in a manner that protects human health and the environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261; 40 CFR 268; 40 CFR 271 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 1006; 42 U.S.C. 2002(a); 42 U.S.C. 3001-3009; 42 U.S.C. 3014; 42 U.S.C. 6905; 42 U.S.C. 6906; 42 U.S.C. 6912; 42 U.S.C. 6921; 42 U.S.C. 6922; 42 U.S.C. 6924-6927; 42 U.S.C. 6934; 42 U.S.C. 6937; 42 U.S.C. 6938 Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR CiteNPRM

Notice 10/20/2003 68 FR 59935

Additional Information: Docket #:Legacy Docket No. RCRA-2003-0023 for 10/20/03 NODA

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/wastes/hazard/wastetypes/wasteid/petroleum/

Sectors Affected: 324110; 562211 Agency Contact: Ross Elliott Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8748
FAX: 703 308-0514
E-Mail: elliott.ross@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG61

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Title: Financial Responsibility Requirements Under CERCLA Section 108(b) for Classes of Facilities in the Hard Rock Mining Industry

Abstract:

Section 108(b) of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) of 1980, as amended, establishes certain authorities concerning financial responsibility requirements. The Agency has identified classes of facilities within the hard rock mining industry as those for which financial responsibility requirements will be first developed. EPA intends to include requirements for financial responsibility, as well as notification and implementation.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Private Sector

CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 9601; 42 U.S.C. 9608 (b) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 07/28/2009 74 FR 37213

NPRM 08/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-SFUND-2009-0265. Split from RIN 2050-AG56.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/superfund/policy/financialresponsibility/ Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQSFUND-2009-0265-0001

Sectors Affected: 212; 331 Agency Contact: Ben Lesser Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5302P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-0314
E-Mail: lesser.ben@epa.gov Agency Contact: Barbara Foster Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-7057E-Mail: foster.barbara@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG80

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Title: User Fee Schedule for Electronic Hazardous Waste Manifest

Abstract:

After promulgation of the first e-Manifest regulation in February 2014 to authorize the use of electronic manifests and to codify key provisions of the Hazardous Waste Electronic Manifest Establishment Act (or Act), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is moving forward on the development of the separate e-Manifest User Fee Schedule Regulation. The Act authorizes the EPA to impose on manifest users reasonable service fees that are necessary to pay costs incurred in developing, operating, maintaining and upgrading the system, including costs incurred in collecting and processing data from any paper manifest submitted to the system after the date on which the system enters operation. The agency plans to issue both a proposed and final rule in setting the appropriate electronic manifest and manifest fees. The EPA intends to propose for comment the fee methodology for establishing the electronic manifest and paper service fees. The agency plans in a final rule to establish aprogram of fees that will be imposed on users of the e-manifest system and announce the user fee schedule for manifestrelated activities, including activities associated with the collection and processing of paper manifests submitted to the EPA. The agency also plans in that final rule to announce (1) the date upon which the EPA will be ready to transmit and receivemanifests through the national e-Manifest system and (2) the date upon which the user community must comply with the new eManifest regulation.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: Pub. L. 112 - 195; 42 U.S.C. 6939g Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2016

Final Rule 11/00/2017

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2001-0032

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/hazard/transportation/manifest/eman.htm
Sectors Affected: 11; 23; 51; 31-33; 21; 92; 44-45; 48-49; 22; 562; 42 Agency Contact: Rich LaShier Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8796
FAX: 703 308-0514
E-Mail: lashier.rich@epa.gov Agency Contact: Bryan Groce Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8750
FAX: 703 308-0514
E-Mail: groce.bryan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AE81

View Related DocumentsTitle: Standards for the Management of Coal Combustion Residuals Generated by Commercial Electric Power Producers

Abstract:

The EPA finalized national regulations to provide a comprehensive set of requirements for the safe disposal of coal combustion residuals (CCRs), which are commonly known as coal ash, from coal-fired power plants. The final rule is the culmination of extensive study on the effects of coal ash on the environment and public health. The rule establishes technical requirements for CCR landfills and surface impoundments under subtitle D of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the nation's primary law for regulating solid waste. The final rule makes a number of changes from the proposal, including providing greater clarity on technical requirements in response to questions received during the comment period. These regulations address the risks from coal ash disposal -- leaking of contaminants into ground water, blowing of contaminants into the air as dust, and the catastrophic failure of coal ash surface impoundments. Additionally, the rule sets out recordkeeping and reporting requirements, as well as the requirement for each facility to establish and post specific information to a publicly accessible website. This final rule also supports the responsible recycling of CCRs by distinguishing safe, beneficial use from disposal.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action

Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: State, Local, Or Tribal Governments;
Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 257; 261; 264; 265; 268; 271; 302 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6905; 42 U.S.C. 6906; 42 U.S.C. 6907(a)(3); 42 U.S.C. 6912; 42 U.S.C. 6912(a); 42 U.S.C. 6912(a)(1); 42 U.S.C. 6921; 42 U.S.C. 6922; 42 U.S.C. 6923; 42 U.S.C. 6924; 42 U.S.C. 6925; 42 U.S.C. 6925(j); 42 U.S.C. 6935; 42 U.S.C. 6936; 42 U.S.C. 6937; 42 U.S.C. 6944(a); 42 U.S.C. 6949a(c); 33 U.S.C. 1345(d); 33 U.S.C. 1345(e) Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial Signature date 12/19/2014

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 08/29/2007 72 FR 49714

NPRM 06/21/2010 75 FR 35128

Notice 07/15/2010 75 FR 41121

Notice 10/12/2011 76 FR 63252

Notice 08/02/2013 78 FR 46940

Final Rule 04/17/2015 80 FR 21301

Final Rule Effective 10/14/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2009-0640, EPA-HQ-RCRA-2011-0392. http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQ-RCRA-2009-0640

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www2.epa.gov/coalash/coal-ashrule Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQRCRA-2011-0392

Sectors Affected: 221112 Agency Contact: Alexander Livnat Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-7251
FAX: 703 605-0595
E-Mail: livnat.alexander@epa.gov Agency Contact: Steve Souders Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8431
FAX: 703 605-0595
E-Mail: souders.steve@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG62

View Related DocumentsTitle: Rulemaking on the Definition of Solid Waste

Abstract:

On January 13, 2015, EPA revised several recycling-related provisions associated with the definition of solid waste used to determine hazardous waste regulation under subtitle C of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The purpose of these revisions is to ensure that the hazardous secondary materials recycling regulations, as implemented, encourage reclamation in a way that does not result in increased risk to human health and the environment from hazardous secondary
material.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 261.2 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6903; RCRA sec 1004 Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial The settlement agreement requires signature of the proposed rule by June 30, 2011. 06/30/2011

Other Judicial The settlement agreement requires signature of the final rule by December 31, 2012. 12/31/2012

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/22/2011 76 FR 44094

Notice 08/26/2011 76 FR 53376

Final Rule 01/13/2015 80 FR 1693

Final Action Effective 07/13/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2010-0742

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/hazard/dsw/rulemaking.htm Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQRCRA-2010-0742

Sectors Affected: 61; 31-33; 54; 92 Agency Contact: Tracy Atagi Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304-P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8672
FAX: 703 308-0514
E-Mail: atagi.tracy@epa.gov Agency Contact: Amanda Kohler Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 347-8975
E-Mail: kohler.amanda@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Solid Waste and Emergency Response ( SWER ) RIN: 2050-AG72

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Title: Hazardous Waste Management and the Retail Sector: Providing and Seeking Information on Practices to Enhance Effectiveness to the RCRA Program

Abstract:

In response to public comments submitted in connection with the EPA's periodic retrospective review of regulations under Executive Order 13563 and following substantial dialogue with representatives of the Retail Sector, the EPA issued a Notice of Data Availability (NODA) to explore ways to clarify and make the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) hazardous waste regulations and policies more effective for managing waste generated in the retail sector. Specifically, the NODA (1)presented data and information the EPA had gathered from stakeholders and other sources; (2) requested additional relevant data and information from the public; and (3) requested comment on issues of concern for managing wastes generated in the retail sector and options for addressing the issues. EPA has completed review of all NODA comments and has identified that many of the comments are being addressed under other agency actions, including the Management Standards for Hazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals Proposed Rule and the Hazardous Waste Generator Improvements Proposed Rule. Therefore, EPA is closing out this action. EPA may, however, continue to consider any future action in the retail area.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: None (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 6901 et seq Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 02/14/2014 79 FR 8926

Comment Period Extended 04/10/2014 79 FR 19905

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-RCRA-2012-0426. For further information see EPA's Final Plan for Periodic Retrospective Reviews of Existing Regulations, Progress Report, January 2013, item 2.217(c), page 11.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/waste/hazard/generation/retail.htm Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQRCRA-2012-0426-0022

Sectors Affected: 444; 448; 443; 722; 445; 442; 447; 452; 446; 453; 441; 454; 451 Agency Contact: Robert Lausch Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 603-0721
E-Mail: lausch.robert@epa.gov Agency Contact: Jim O'Leary Environmental Protection Agency Solid Waste and Emergency Response
5304W Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8827
FAX: 703 308-0514
E-Mail: oleary.jim@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ49

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Title: Supplemental Determination for Renewable Fuels Produced Under the Final RFS2 Program From Pulpwood

Abstract:

As indicated in the final rule for the Renewable Fuels Standard Program, while the Agency issued lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) threshold determinations for the major fuel pathways projected to meet the bulk of the RFS volume mandates, assessments of other new fuel pathways such as renewable fuels from pulpwood could not be completed in time for the final rule. In the process of assessing these fuels, the Agency is issuing determinations through several supplemental notices to the
final rule.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR CiteNotice 04/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2005-0161. Split from RIN 2060-AQ36. Split from RIN 2060-AO81.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: Yes International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest.

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/otaq/fuels/renewablefuels/index.htm

Sectors Affected: 324110

Related RINs: Split From 2060-AO81 Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6401A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-1123
E-Mail: argyropoulos.paul@epa.gov Agency Contact: Robert Larson Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation AAFC Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4277
E-Mail: larson.robert@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS31

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Title: Proposed Greenhouse Gas Endangerment and Cause or Contribute Findings Under CAA Section 231 for Aircraft, and ANPRM on the International Process for Reducing Aircraft GHGs and Future Standards

Abstract:

This rulemaking responds to a petition EPA received in December 2007 which requested that EPA make an endangerment finding for aircraft GHGs and regulate these emissions under section 231 of the Clean Air Act (CAA). Petitioner filed a lawsuit in 2010 on this matter, and the D.C. District Court in 2012 ruled that the CAA required EPA to make a final determination on whether aircraft GHG emissions cause or contribute to air pollution which may reasonably be anticipated to endanger public health or welfare. EPA is now moving forward to propose findings regarding aircraft GHG emissions. In this action, EPA will determine whether greenhouse gas emissions from aircraft cause or contribute to air pollution which may reasonably beanticipated to endanger public health or welfare. The aircraft GHG endangerment finding proposal will rely on previous peerreviewed science from the major climate change science assessments of the U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP), National Research Council (NRC), and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) underlying the 2009 section 202 CAA endangerment and cause or contribute finding, along with updated reports from the same major climate change assessments. Concurrent with these proposed findings, EPA will release an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) to provide an overview of the International Civil Aviation Organization's (ICAO) efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The ANPRM will include a discussion of ICAO's progress in establishing global aircraft standards that achieve meaningful CO2 reductions and, if EPA finds that aircraft GHG emissions do cause or contribute to endangering air pollution, the potential use of section 231 to implement these standards domestically insuring transparency and the opportunity for public
comment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: PreRule Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

ANPRM 06/00/2015

NPRM 06/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: FederalSmall Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest. Agency Contact: Lucie Audette Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
NVFEL Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4850
E-Mail: Audette.Lucie@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AN36

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP): Site Remediation Amendments--Response to Litigation

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) promulgated the Site Remediation National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) standards on October 8, 2003. The Sierra Club filed a petition for reconsideration, challenging the exemptions for federally ordered cleanups under CERCLA and RCRA in the final rule. We plan to conduct notice and comment rulemaking to address the petition issue.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 subpart GGGGG (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7412 Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2015

Final Rule 09/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2002-0021. Split from RIN 2060-AM30.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Split From 2060-AM30 Agency Contact: Paula Hirtz Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2618
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: hirtz.paula@epa.gov Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AO75

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Title: Protection of the Stratospheric Ozone: Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning System ServicingAbstract:

This action would establish service, and equipment provisions, as required by the Clean Air Act for new alternative refrigerants in the motor vehicle air conditioning end-use currently listed as acceptable, subject to use conditions under the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program and being used in cars on the road today.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7671 to 7671q Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2015

Final Rule 09/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0597

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/title6/609

Sectors Affected: 811198; 447110; 811111; 441110; 447190 Agency Contact: Rebecca von dem Hagen Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9445
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: vondemhagen.rebecca@epa.gov Agency Contact: Cindy Newberg Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9729
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: newberg.cindy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP63

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Title: Electronic Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements for New Source Performance Standards

Abstract:

EPA published an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) in October 2009 seeking comment on proposed approaches to improving the emissions factors program. The Agency sought comment on acquiring data for the development or improvement of the emissions factors; specifically, proposing to require the submission (via electronic reporting) of performance testing information already collected by industry by revising the reporting requirements in 40 CFR part 60 for a new source performance standard (NSPS). Performance tests are conducted periodically to measure the air pollutant emissions from an industrial process and are used as an indicator of compliance with regulations. In addition to performance test data, this rulemaking proposes to require the electronic submission of other selected compliance data, such as excess emissions reports, that are already being compiled and submitted by industry to regulatory authorities. These data can be used for regulation development, control strategy development, rule effectiveness studies, risk analyses, and other air pollution control activities.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR CiteFinal Rule

ANPRM 10/14/2009 74 FR 52723

Second ANPRM 11/13/2009 74 FR 58574

NPRM 03/20/2015 80 FR 15099

NPRM Comment Period End 05/19/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0174

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Gerri Garwood Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2406
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: garwood.gerri@epa.gov Agency Contact: Bob Schell Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4116
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: schell.bob@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ48

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Title: Fine Particulate Matter National Ambient Air Quality Standards: State Implementation Plan Requirements

Abstract:

This proposed rule will address a range of requirements for implementation plans submitted under the 2012 PM2.5 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and other future PM2.5 NAAQS. The requirements expected to be addressed in this rule include the timing of State Implementation Plan submissions, the attainment deadlines for areas designated nonattainment, PM2.5 precursor policies, and requirements pertaining to attainment demonstrations, emission inventories, reasonably availablecontrol technology, reasonably available control measures, best available control measures, reasonable further progress, midcourse reviews, and contingency measures.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50; 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 93 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401; 42 U.S.C. 7403; 42 U.S.C. 7407; 42 U.S.C. 7410 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 03/23/2015 80 FR 15339

NPRM Comment Period End 05/29/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0691

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: State

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Public Comment
URL: http://www.epa.gov.airquality/particlepollution/actions.html Agency Contact: Megan Brachtl Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-014 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711Phone: 919 541-2648
FAX: 919 541-5315
E-Mail: brachtl.megan@epa.gov Agency Contact: Megan Brachtl Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2648
FAX: 919 541-5315
E-Mail: brachtl.megan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR28

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Title: Reconsideration of Significant Impact Levels and Consideration of Applicability Elements for Precursors of Particulate Matter Less Than 2.5 Micrometers (PM2.5) in New Source Review Regulations

Abstract:

This proposed rulemaking is, in part, in response to the January 22, 2013, U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit decision that vacated the Significant Monitoring Concentration (SMC) and vacated and remanded two provisions in EPA's prevention of significant deterioration (PSD) regulations containing Significant Impact Levels (SILs) that were contained in the 2010 final rule promulgating fine particulate matter (PM2.5) increments, SMC, and SILs for PM2.5. This rulemaking addresses the court's decision remanding the PM2.5 SILs provisions in the PSD program. This rulemaking will address significant emissionrates for precursors of PM2.5 in both the PSD and nonattainment new source review programs. This rulemaking will also repropose for public comment two provisions of the rule that were not addressed in that court decision. The reason that EPA is reproposing these two provisions is because the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) filed a Petition for Reconsideration to the Administrator regarding several provisions contained in the 2010 final rule. In response to the TCEQ petition, EPA agreed to reconsider, by re-proposing, the following three provisions: 1) The revised definition of "baseline area" that includes a new significance level for PM2.5, which is used for determining whether a particular attainment or unclassifiable area should be included in the baseline area for the PM2.5 increments; 2) The requirement that PM2.5 precursor emissions be included in the significant impact analysis; and 3) The level selected for the SMC for PM2.5. In each case, the TCEQ claimed that EPA did not provide an opportunity for public comment prior to issuing the provisions as part of the 2010 final rule. The third of these claims by TCEQ subsequently became moot by the court's vacatur of the PM2.5 SMC.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.156 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7470 to 7479 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 04/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/nsr Agency Contact: Jennifer Shaltanis Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2580
FAX: 919 685-5509
E-Mail: shaltanis.jennifer@epa.gov Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5344
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.govEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR73

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Title: Reconsideration of the Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants

Abstract: This action is in response to four petitions for reconsideration by industry and environmental stakeholders of the April 2012 Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymers National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (PVC NESHAP). The petitions identify notice and comment issues, as well as several technical consistency and policy issues. This action includes reconsideration of issues in both the Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) and Generally Available Control Technology (GACT) portions of the April 2012 final rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2015

Final Rule 05/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: Undetermined Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: Undetermined
Sectors Affected: 325211 Agency Contact: Jodi Howard Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4607
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: howard.jodi@epa.gov Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR77

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Title: Federal Plan Requirements for Sewage Sludge Incineration Units Constructed on or Before October 14, 2010

Abstract: On March 21, 2011, the EPA promulgated new source performance standards and emission guidelines for sewage sludge incineration units located at wastewater treatment facilities designed to treat domestic sewage sludge. That final rule set limits for nine pollutants under section 129 of the Clean Air Act: Cadmium, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride, lead, mercury, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and polychlorinated dibenzofurans, and sulfur dioxide. Section 129(b)(2) of the Clean Air Act directs states with existing sewage sludge incinerators subject to the emission guidelines to submit plans to the EPA that implement and enforce the emission guidelines. The deadline for states to submit new state plans to the EPA for review was March 21, 2012. If a state with existing sewage sludge incinerators does not submit an approvable plan within two years after promulgation of the emission guidelines, section 129(b)(3) of the Clean Air Act requires the EPA to develop, implement and enforce a federal plan for sewage sludge incinerators in the state. This action proposes the sewage sludge incinerators federal plan to implement the emission guidelines adopted on March 21, 2011, for those states that do not have an approved new state plan implementing the emission guidelines, as amended, in place by March 21, 2012.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed RuleMajor: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 62 (New) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7429 Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: March 2

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/27/2015 80 FR 23401

NPRM Comment Period End 06/11/2015

Final Rule 02/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0319

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State; Local

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/129/ssi/ssipg.html

Sectors Affected: 221320; 562213 Agency Contact: Amy Hambrick Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0964
FAX: 919 541-3470
E-Mail: hambrick.amy@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Nabanita Modak Fischer Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5572
FAX: 919 541-4991
E-Mail: modak.nabanita@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR97

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Title: Clarification of Requirements for Method 303 Certification Training

Abstract:

The EPA is proposing changes to Method 303 to better define the requirements associated with conducting Method 303 certification courses. Method 303 is an air pollution test method used to determine the visible emissions from coke ovens. This action adds additional language that clarifies the criteria used by the EPA to determine the competency of training providers, but does not change the requirements for conducting the test method. These changes will help entities interested in conducting training classes to better understand the requirements necessary to be approved to conduct these training courses.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: Undetermined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2015

Direct Final Rule 12/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: NoEnergy Affected: No Agency Contact: Kim Garnett Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation E143-02, 109 T.W. Alexander Drive Research Triangle Park , NC 27709
Phone: 919 541-1158
E-Mail: garnett.kim@epa.gov Agency Contact: Robin Segall Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
EW143-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0893
FAX: 919 541-0516
E-Mail: Segall.Robin@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS02

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Title: Treatment of Data Influenced by Exceptional Events--Rule Revisions

Abstract:

This proposed action will revise the Exceptional Events rulemaking to clarify and streamline certain rule elements, including, but not limited to, those associated with high wind dust events, historical fluctuations, the "not reasonably controllable or preventable" criterion, and the "but for" criterion. On March 22, 2007, the EPA promulgated the "Treatment of Data Influenced by Exceptional Events; Final Rule" pursuant to the 2005 amendment of Clean Air Act. This rule, known as the Exceptional Events Rule (EER), superseded the EPA's previous natural events guidance and those sections of the interim fire policy document that address exceptional events. The EER created a regulatory process. These regulatory sections contain definitions, procedural requirements, requirements for air agency demonstrations, and criteria for the EPA approval for the exclusion of air quality data from regulatory decisions under the EER. Since EPA promulgated the EER in 2007, numerous interested parties have raised questions and issues regarding implementation of the rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 50 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7619 Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 10/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: State; Tribal

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Andy Chang Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2416
FAX: 919 541-5315
E-Mail: chang.andy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS05

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Title: Interstate Transport Rule for the 2008 Ozone NAAQS

Abstract:

This proposed rule would address Clean Air Act requirements concerning the transport of air pollution across state boundaries. Itis the next step for the EPA to move forward with the states to address interstate transport with respect to the 2008 ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards. This action will not address the particulate matter National Ambient Air Quality
Standards.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2015

Final Rule 08/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 221112 Agency Contact: David Risley Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6204M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9177
E-Mail: risley.david@epa.gov Agency Contact: Rick Haeuber Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6204M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9250
E-Mail: haeuber.richard@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS06

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Title: Source Determination for Certain Emissions Units in the Oil and Natural Gas Sector

Abstract:

This action is proposing to define a term used to make stationary source determinations within the Prevention of Deterioration (PSD), Nonattainment New Source Review (NNSR), and title V programs as they apply to the oil and gas sector. This additional clarification will assist permitting authorities in making major stationary source determinations for the oil and gas sector. The lack of clarity in some of the terms used to determine the source to be addressed in these programs has resulted in confusion for the regulated community and for permitting authorities, including EPA's regions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 08/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www/epa.gov/nsr Agency Contact: Cheryl Vetter Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4391
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: vetter.cheryl@epa.gov Agency Contact: Greg Nizich Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3078
E-Mail: nizich.greg@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS16

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Title: Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Engines and Vehicles--Phase 2

Abstract:

During the President's second term, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Transportation, in closecoordination with the California Air Resources Board, will develop a comprehensive National Program for Medium- and HeavyDuty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emission and Fuel Efficiency Standards for model years beyond 2018. These second sets of standards would further reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption from a wide range of on-road vehicles from semi-trucks to the largest pickup trucks and vans, and all types and sizes of work trucks and buses. This action will be in continued response to the President's directive to take coordinated steps to produce a new generation of clean vehicles. This action follows the first ever Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Engines and Vehicles (75 FR September 15, 2011).

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 1036; 40 CFR 1037; 40 CFR 86 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2015

Final Rule 01/00/2017

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Matt Spears Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation Mail Code: ASD1 Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4921
FAX: 734 214-4816
E-Mail: spears.mattew@epa.gov Agency Contact: Charles Moulis Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
NFEVL Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4826

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS22

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Title: Renewable Fuel Volume Standards, 2014-2016

Abstract:

## The Clean Air Act requires EPA to promulgate regulations that specify the annual volume requirements for renewable fuels under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program. Standards are to be set for four different categories of renewable fuels: cellulosic biofuel, biomass based diesel (BBD), advanced biofuel, and total renewable fuel. The statute requires the standards be finalized by of the year prior to the year in which the standards would apply. In the case of biomass based diesel, the statute requires applicable volumes be set no later than 14 months before the year for which the requirements would apply. This action would propose the applicable volumes for all renewable fuel categories for 2014, 2015 and 2016, and would also propose the BBD standard for 2017.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.1401 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Consent Decree. 06/01/2015

Other Judicial Consent Decree. 11/03/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: Yes International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest.

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/otaq/fuels/renewablefuels/

Sectors Affected: 325199; 325193; 424690; 454319; 424710; 324110; 424720 Agency Contact: David Korotney Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
N27 Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4507
E-Mail: korotney.david@epa.gov Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6401A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-1123
E-Mail: argyropoulos.paul@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS23

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Title: Review of Amendments to Emissions Guidelines (EG) for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills (WWW and Cc)

Abstract:

Section 111(b)(1) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) directs the EPA to review and, if appropriate, revise the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) at least every eight years after promulgation. This is a review of subpart WWW, Standards of Performance for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills, which was last promulgated in 1996. Issues raised in amendments proposed for the NSPS and Emissions Guidelines (EG) in 2002 and 2006 will also be addressed.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: NoneTimetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 07/17/2014 79 FR 41771

NPRM 08/00/2015

Final Rule 10/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2014-0451

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Local; State

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Hillary Ward Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3154
E-Mail: ward.hillary@epa.gov Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 919 541-5356
E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS27

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Title: Managing Oil and Gas Emissions From Minor Sources in Indian Country

Abstract:

EPA issued a Tribal minor new source review (NSR) rule in July 2011 that offered general permits as a method for meeting the requirement that minor air pollution sources in Indian Country receive a permit to construct to protect tribal air resources. After consulting EPA regions and tribes, the Agency developed a list of source categories for which it would issue general permits, which includes oil and gas operations and production. Since then, the Agency received a number of registrations from existing sources in the industry and other information that indicates that the magnitude of potential permitting activity in this industry may warrant a more streamlined regulatory approach to assure that new emissions do not cause or contribute to violation of a NAAQS. To that end, the Agency is exploring another method for addressing oil and gas impacts on tribal air resources: the Federal Implementation Plan (FIP). The purpose of the ANPR is to receive initial feedback from industry, tribal and other stakeholders on a FIP. A FIP may provide a streamlined, yet more comprehensive approach for mitigating new emissions growth, while reducing the resource burden on the permitting authority and regulated community associated with submitting and reviewing general permit applications.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 49 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 06/05/2014 79 FR 32502

Second ANPRM 07/17/2014 79 FR 41665

NPRM 07/00/2015

Final Rule 03/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0151

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Chris Stoneman Environmental Protection AgencyAir and Radiation C304-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0823
FAX: 919 541-0072
E-Mail: stoneman.chris@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS30

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Title: Emission Standards for New and Modified Sources in the Oil and Natural Gas Sector

Abstract:

Consistent with the White House Methane Strategy and the January 14, 2015, announcement of the EPA’s approach to achieving methane and volatile organic compounds reductions from the oil and natural gas sector, this action proposes amendments to the 2012 new source performance standards (NSPS) for this sector. In developing this action the EPA is evaluating emission sources highlighted in five white papers released in 2014. Those sources include completions of hydraulically fractured oil wells, leaks, pneumatic devices, compressors and liquids unloading operations. In addition, the EPA received several petitions for administrative reconsideration of the 2012 rule. Certain time critical issues were addressed in amendments EPA promulgated in 2013 and 2014. This action addresses the remaining issues for which EPA is granting
reconsideration.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/2015

Final Rule 06/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0505

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No Energy Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Bruce Moore Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5460
E-Mail: moore.bruce@epa.gov Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 919 541-5356
E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS32

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Title: National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants From Secondary Lead Smelting

Abstract:

This action addresses reconsideration petitions filed by environmental and industry groups following the January 5, 2012 residual risk and technology reviews for secondary lead smelters. The EPA agreed to reconsider limited aspects of the final rule.Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2015

Final Rule 12/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Nathan Topham Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0483
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: topham.nathan@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Chuck French Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-7912
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: french.chuck@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS34

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Title: Revisions to Test Methods, Performance Specifications and Testing Regulations

Abstract:

This action would make needed corrections and updates to source testing methods, performance specifications, and testing regulations in 40 CFR parts 51, 60, 61, and 63. For example, Method 2 inadvertently references an incorrect section; the correct section would be cited. The method detection limit would be revised in Method 26. In Performance Specification-2, the difference between span and range would be clarified to ensure that the span is chosen to be approximately two times the emission limit. The corrections and revisions consist primarily of typographical errors, technical errors in equations and diagrams, needed updates to procedures, and the addition of alternative equipment and methods the Agency has found acceptable to use. A similar action is developed every few years to keep rules up-to-date and to ensure that compliance testing and monitoring are done correctly. No change is being made to any federal emissions standard, reporting, or recordkeeping requirement.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 61; 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/00/2015

Final Rule 12/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Lula Melton Environmental Protection Agency
Air and RadiationE143-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2910
FAX: 919 541-4511
E-Mail: melton.lula@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS43

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Title: Stationary Compression Ignition Engine NSPS Amendments

Abstract: New stationary and nonroad compression ignition (CI) engines are equipped by the engine manufacturer with emission controls to meet the Tier 4 final emission standards, which generally begin with either the 2014 or 2015 model year. Many Tier 4 final engines are equipped with selective catalytic reduction (SCR) to reduce NOx. To ensure the engine does not operate if the SCR is not working, SCR-equipped engines include design features called "inducements" that limit the engine power and eventually shut down the engine if the SCR is operated without urea, or the electronic control module cannot confirm that the SCR system is operating properly. Engine operators raised concerns regarding engines shutting down during emergencies because the inducement is triggered, for example, if the owner/operator is unable to obtain urea in the immediate aftermath of a hurricane. To address the issue for nonroad engines, EPA recently finalized amendments to the standards for new nonroad CI engines that allow the operator to override the inducements and thus avoid engine shutdown during a qualified emergency situation, which is defined as one in which allowing the inducement to shut down the engine "poses a significant direct or indirect risk to human life." This action proposes similar amendments to the standards for stationary engines.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7411 Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/00/2015

Final Rule 01/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Melanie King Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2469
E-Mail: king.melanie@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Bob Wayland Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C439-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1045
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: wayland.robertj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS44

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: The 2016 Critical Use Exemption From the Phaseout of Methyl Bromide

Abstract:

Methyl bromide was phased out under the Clean Air Act and the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the OzoneLayer in 2005, except for limited exemptions. This action would authorize critical uses for the 2016 control period, and the amount of methyl bromide that may be produced or imported for those uses that year. Absent this rulemaking, production and import of methyl bromide for critical uses would be zero for 2016. EPA takes this action under the authority of the Clean Air Act
to reflect consensus Decisions of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol in November 2014.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7671c(d)(6) Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2015

Final Rule 12/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0369

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest.

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/mbr

Sectors Affected: 493130; 493110; 325320; 115114; 115112; 111333 Agency Contact: Jeremy Arling Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9055
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: arling.jeremy@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: David Donaldson Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9086
E-Mail: donaldson.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS47

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Title: Federal Plan for Regulating Greenhouse Gas Emissions From Electric Generating Units

Abstract:

EPA is planning a notice of proposed rulemaking for a Federal plan to implement greenhouse gas emission guidelines for existing fossil fuel-fired electric generating units (EGUs). The emission guidelines were proposed in June 2014 as the Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units (79 FR 34830; the Clean Power Plan). This plan is part of the President's Climate Action Plan announced in June 2013 to reduce carbon emissions from the power sector by 30 percent below 2005 levels. This Federal plan serves to: 1) provide a model rule that States can tailor for implementation, and 2) set in place a plan that EPA can implement for States that do not develop their own plan. The EPA sees this Federal plan as an interim measure to ensure that congressionally mandated emission standards under authority of section 111 of the CAA are implemented until States assume their role as the preferred implementers of the emissions guidelines.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 62 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR CiteNPRM 08/00/2015

Final Rule 08/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Toni Jones Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0316
FAX: 919 541-3470
E-Mail: jones.toni@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Nicholas Swanson Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4080
FAX: 919 541-1039
E-Mail: swanson.nicholas@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS51

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Update to the Refrigerant Management Requirements Under Section 608 of the Clean
Air Act

Abstract:

This rule proposes to implement the prohibition under section 608 of the Clean Air Act against knowingly venting, releasing or disposing of refrigerants or refrigerant substitutes during the course of maintaining, servicing, repairing, or disposing of appliances and industrial process refrigeration by updating and then extending, as appropriate, the existing requirements under section 608 that currently apply for ozone-depleting refrigerants to non-ozone-depleting refrigerant substitutes, such as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). This action would reduce emissions of high global warming potential and ozone-depleting
substances.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7671 to 7671(g) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2015

Final Rule 07/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://epa.gov/ozone/title6/608/

Sectors Affected: 561; 3364; 45299; 339999; 453998; 811412; 11251; 4411; 42311; 44131; 4413; 8111; 3251; 42481; 3121; 3324; 515; 3328; 6113; 81131; 3341; 3222; 522; 111; 518; 45211; 4242; 2211; 6111; 33361; 71394; 42493; 311; 72231; 4885; 6221; 4451; 4244; 32512; 524; 6112; 551; 3346; 56292; 33911; 512; 42312; 7121; 2212; 3345; 21111; 3259; 42469; 42459; 33329; 519; 42399; 4412; 4889; 485119; 3253; 42471; 32411; 32541; 42431; 3261; 23822; 32311; 541; 7113; 92; 511; 3221; 531; 42393; 49312; 42374; 813; 3252; 3262; 5417; 3344; 3256; 562212; 48422; 4452; 11511; 61151; 517; 54138; 33341; 45291; 4931; 2213 Agency Contact: Luke Hall-Jordan Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9591
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: hall-jordan.luke@epa.govAgency Contact: Jeremy Arling Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9055
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: arling.jeremy@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS53

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Title: Revisions to Regional Consistency Regulations to Allow Variances for Judicial Decisions

Abstract:

This proposed rule will revise the Regional Consistency Regulations to allow an exception for judicial decisions. The outcome of these revisions will not affect the Regional Consistency requirements for regulations or guidance documents other than those related to judicial decisions.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 56 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2015

Final Rule 10/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Greg Nizich Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3078
E-Mail: nizich.greg@epa.gov Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5344
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS54

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Title: Revision to the Guideline on Air Quality Models: Enhancements to the AERMOD Dispersion Modeling System and Incorporation of Modeling Techniques to Address Fine Particulate Matter and Ozone

Abstract:

This action would revise the Guideline on Air Quality Models, published as appendix W to 40 CFR part 51. The Guideline provides EPA-recommended models and other techniques for use in predicting ambient concentrations of pollutants for controlling air pollution sources in programs ranging from Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) to State Implementation Plans (SIPs). The Guideline fulfills a Clean Air Act mandate for EPA to specify models and techniques for air quality management purposes. There are important enhancements to the EPA's AERMOD near-field dispersion modeling system that will establish AERSCREEN as the recommended screening level model for simple and complex terrain settings, significantly improve the model performance under stable/light wind conditions, allow for the use of meteorological input data derived fromprognostic meteorological models, provide additional options for the modeling of nitrogen dioxide, incorporate the treatment of buoyant line sources within AERMOD, and incidental modifications to the modeling system that have received adequate peer and external review. Additionally, this revision would incorporate the use of photochemical modeling techniques to more adequately account for the secondary chemical formation of fine particulate matter and ozone associated with precursor emissions from single sources.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/00/2015

Final Rule 12/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: George Bridgers Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation Bldg C Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5563
FAX: 919 541-4511
E-Mail: bridgers.george@epa.gov Agency Contact: Tyler Fox Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 919 541-5562
E-Mail: fox.tyler@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS55

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Title: Regional Haze Regulations--Revisions to SIP Submission Date and Requirements for Progress Reports

Abstract:

This proposed rule will seek comment on limited changes to the Regional Haze Rule including (1) a change in the deadline for the submittal of the next comprehensive revision of each States' regional haze State Implementation Plan (SIP) from July 31, 2018, to July 31, 2021, with no effect on the deadlines for the submission of future comprehensive revisions of these SIPs to be submitted in 2028 and thereafter. An approach to guide interstate consultation among states that may be on different SIP submission schedules may be included if appropriate; and (2) the removal of the requirement that periodic progress reports be submitted as revisions to States' SIPs and the addition of requirements to provide a new mechanism for public and Federal Land Manager comment on the periodic progress reports.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: Undetermined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: "Not Yet Determined" Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: Undetermined Agency Contact: Todd Hawes Environmental Protection AgencyAir and Radiation C539-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5591
FAX: 919 685-3190
E-Mail: hawes.todd@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Phil Lorang Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C304-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5463
E-Mail: lorang.phil@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS56

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Title: Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD): Revisions to PSD Permit Rescission Provisions in EPA Regulations at 40 CFR 52.21(w)

Abstract:

This rulemaking would update the Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permit recission provisions at 40 CFR 52.21(w).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 52 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 08/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Dave Svendsgaard Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2380
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: svendsgaard.dave@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5344
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS57

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Title: Prevention of Significant Deterioration Permitting for Greenhouse Gases: Providing Option for Rescission of EPA-Issued Tailoring Rule Step 2 Prevention of Significant Deterioration Permits

Abstract:

The EPA is taking direct final action to revise the Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) provisions for permit rescissions in 40 CFR 52.21(w) to allow EPA to rescind Tailoring Rule Step 2 Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permits thatwere based on regulations that the U.S. Supreme Court determined to be invalid in the case titled: Utility Air Regulatory Group (UARG) v Environmental Protection Agency.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 52 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/07/2015 80 FR 26210

Direct Final Rule 05/07/2015 80 FR 26183

NPRM Comment Period End 06/08/2015

Direct Final Rule Comment Period End 06/08/2015

Direct Final Rule Effective 07/06/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Jessica Montanez Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3407
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: montanez.jessica@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS58

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Title: Relaxation of the Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) Gasoline Standard for Birmingham, Alabama

Abstract:

To reduce gasoline emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOC) that are a major contributor to ground-level ozone (smog), the EPA's regulations establish maximum Reid Vapor Pressure (RVP) gasoline standards of 9.0 psi or 7.8 psi sold during the summer ozone season based on the State, the month, and the area's ozone designation. The EPA is proposing to approve Alabama's request to relax the RVP standard for gasoline sold in Jefferson and Shelby Counties, Alabama, ("the Birmingham area") from 7.8 psi to 9.0 psi by revising 40 CFR 80.27. This rulemaking is not expected to have an adverse impact on air quality in the Birmingham area.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80.27 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/07/2015 80 FR 26212

Direct Final Rule 05/07/2015 80 FR 26191

NPRM Comment Period End 06/08/2015

Direct Final Rule Comment Period End 06/08/2015

Direct Final Rule Effective 07/06/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2014-0905

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/otaq/fuels/

Sectors Affected: 447110; 424710; 324110; 424720; 484220; 484230Agency Contact: Patty Klavon Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation AASMCG Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4476
E-Mail: klavon.patty@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Rudolph Kapichak Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation AASMCG Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4574
FAX: 734 214-4052
E-Mail: kapichak.rudolph@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS59

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Title: Revisions to the Public Notice Provisions in Clean Air Act Permitting Programs

Abstract:

This proposed rule will amend the public notice provisions of the Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD), Nonattainment New Source Review (NNSR), Title V Operating Permit, and Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) regulations to remove the requirement that notice be provided in a newspaper of general circulation in the area where the source seeking a permit plans to locate. In addition, the rulemaking will consider other noticing mechanisms, including electronic noticing on permitting authority websites.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: Undetermined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: Not Yet Determined Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 07/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Undetermined
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Ben Garwood Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1358
E-Mail: garwood.ben@epa.gov Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5344
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AM08

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Title: Standards of Performance for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills

Abstract:Section 111(b)(1) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) directs the EPA to review and, if appropriate, revise the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) at least every eight years after promulgation. This final rule is a review of subpart WWW, Standards of Performance for Municipal Solid Waste Landfills, which was last promulgated in 1996. Issues raised in amendments proposed for the NSPS and Emissions Guidelines (EG) in 2002 and 2006 will also be addressed for new sources.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7411 Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: Consent decree deadline for final is 03/30/2015.

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 11-cv-04492-KBF, USDC Southern District of NY, filed 03/27/15 04/30/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/08/2006 71 FR 53272 Supplemental NPRM 07/17/2014 79 FR 41795

Final Rule 05/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2003-0215. NPRM was published 09/08/2006 (71 FR 53272) as RIN 2060-
AJ41.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Local; State

Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 924110; 562212

Related RINs: Previously Reported as 2060-AH13; Previously Reported as 2060-AJ41 Agency Contact: Hillary Ward Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3154
E-Mail: ward.hillary@epa.gov Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 919 541-5356
E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP06

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Title: Standards of Performance for Grain Elevators

Abstract:

The New Source Performance Standards for Grain Elevators was promulgated in 1978 with the latest amendments made in 1984. Since that time, there have been a number of changes in the technology used for storing and loading/unloading grain at elevators. The rule has seen increased activity of late, due to the increase in ethanol production that has led to increased crops of corn being grown, which, in turn, has led to a need for increased grain storage. For these reasons, a review and potential revision may be necessary to ensure the appropriate standards are being applied consistently throughout the industry.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60.300 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7411 Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/09/2014 79 FR 39241NPRM Comment Period Extended 09/16/2014 79 FR 55413

NPRM Comment Period Extended 11/07/2014 79 FR 66346

Final Rule 09/00/2015

Additional Information: This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see: http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 115114 Agency Contact: Bill Schrock Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5432
FAX: 919 541-3470
E-Mail: schrock.bill@epa.gov Agency Contact: Robin Dunkins Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5335
FAX: 919 541-3470

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP26

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) Subpart W: Standards for Radon Emissions From Operating Uranium Mill Tailings: Review

Abstract:

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) subpart W protects human health and the environment by setting radon emission standards and work practices for operating uranium mill tailings impoundments. The EPA is in the process of reviewing this standard. If necessary, the Agency will revise the NESHAP requirements for radon emissions from operating uranium mill tailings.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 61 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/02/2014 79 FR 25387

NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/21/2014 79 FR 42275

Final Rule 02/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Reid Rosnick Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6608J Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9563
FAX: 202 343-2304
E-Mail: rosnick.reid@epa.gov Agency Contact: Dan Schultheisz Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6608JWashington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9349
FAX: 202 343-2304
E-Mail: schultheisz.daniel@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP38

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Title: Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone

Abstract:

Under the Clean Air Act, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is required to review and, if appropriate, revise the air quality criteria for the primary (health-based) and secondary (welfare-based) national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS)

every five years. On March 23, 2008, the EPA published a final rule to revise the primary and secondary NAAQS for ozone to provide increased protection of public health and welfare. With regard to the primary standard for ozone, the EPA revised the level of the eight-hour ozone standard to 0.075 ppm. With regard to the secondary ozone standard, the EPA made it identical in all respects to the primary ozone standard, as revised. The D.C. Circuit upheld the primary standard, but remanded thesecondary standard to the EPA. The EPA initiated the current review in October 2008 with a workshop to discuss key policyrelevant issues around which the EPA would structure the review. This review includes the preparation of an Integrated Science Assessment, Risk/Exposure Assessment, and a Policy Assessment Document by the EPA, with opportunities for review by EPA's Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee and the public.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: Must be proposed by December 1

Action Source Description Date

NPRM Judicial Signature NPRM 12/01/2014

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 04/28/2011 76 FR 23755

NPRM 12/17/2014 79 FR 75233

Final Rule 10/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2008-0699

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/ Agency Contact: Susan Stone Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-06 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1146
FAX: 919 541-0237
E-Mail: stone.susan@epa.gov Agency Contact: Karen Wesson Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-06 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3515
E-Mail: wesson.karen@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP43

View Related DocumentsTitle: Revision of Health and Environmental Protection Standards for Uranium and Thorium Mill Tailings and Uranium In Situ Leaching Processing Facilities

Abstract:

The EPA's regulations in 40 CFR part 192 establishes standards for the protection of public health, safety, and the environment from radiological and nonradiological hazards associated with uranium ore processing and disposal of resulting waste materials. These cross-media standards, which apply to pollutant emissions and site restoration, must be adopted by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, their Agreement States, and the Department of Energy. We propose to review the standards in the existing rule and to revise the regulations, taking into particular account the significant changes in uranium industry extraction technologies and their potential impacts to ground water. In addition, new facilities being proposed in states from Virginia to Alaska add to the importance of this effort.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 192 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 2011 et seq. Atomic Energy Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/26/2015 80 FR 4155

Final Rule 04/00/2016

Additional Information: SAN No. 5319

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 212291 Agency Contact: Ingrid Rosencrantz Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
2844T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0961
E-Mail: rosencrantz.ingrid@epa.gov Agency Contact: Tom Peake Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6608J Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9765
FAX: 202 343-2304
E-Mail: peake.tom@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP69

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Title: NESHAP for Brick and Structural Clay Products Manufacturing and NESHAP for Clay Ceramics Manufacturing

Abstract:

This final rulemaking will establish emission limits for hazardous air pollutants (hydrogen flouride (HF), hydrogen chloride (HCl), chlorine (Cl2), PM, dioxin/furan, Hg and metals) emitted from brick and clay ceramics kilns, as well as dryers and glazing operations at clay ceramics production facilities. The brick and structural clay products industry primarily includes facilities that manufacture brick, clay, pipe, roof tile, extruded floor and wall tile, and other extruded dimensional clay products from clay, shale, or a combination of the two. The manufacturing of brick and structural clay products involves mining, raw material processing (crushing, grinding, and screening), mixing, forming, cutting or shaping, drying, and firing. Ceramics are defined as a class of inorganic, nonmetallic solids that are subject to high temperature in manufacture and/or use. The clay ceramics manufacturing source category includes facilities that manufacture traditional ceramics, which include ceramic tile, dinnerware, sanitary ware, pottery, and porcelain. The primary raw material used in the manufacture of these traditional ceramics is clay. The manufacturing of clay ceramics involves raw material processing (crushing, grinding, and screening), mixing, forming, shaping, drying, glazing, and firing.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: NoCFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 08-cv-00424-RWR; USDC District of Columbia, filed 08/24/14 09/24/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/18/2014 79 FR 75621

NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/31/2014 79 FR 78768

Final Rule 10/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 327120; 327110 Agency Contact: Sharon Nizich Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2825
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: nizich.sharon@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Keith Barnett Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5605
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: barnett.keith@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ07

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Title: Withdrawal of the Prior Determination or Presumption That Compliance With the CAIR or the NOx SIP Call Constitutes RACT or RACM for the 1997 8-Hour Ozone and 1997 Fine Particle NAAQS

Abstract:

This rulemaking will withdraw any prior determination or presumption for the 1997 8-hour ozone national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) and the 1997 fine particulate matter NAAQS that compliance with the Clean Air Interstate Rule (CAIR) or the NOx SIP Call constitutes reasonably available control technology or reasonably available control measures for oxides of nitrogen or sulfur dioxide emissions from electric generating unit sources participating in these regional cap-and-trade programs.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 23 U.S.C. 101; 42 U.S.C. 7401 to 7671q Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/09/2014 79 FR 32892

NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/15/2014 79 FR 41157

Final Rule 07/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0897

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 221112 Agency Contact: Kristin Riha Environmental Protection AgencyAir and Radiation C539-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2031
FAX: 919 541-5315
E-Mail: riha.kristin@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Megan Brachtl Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-014 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2648
FAX: 919 541-5315
E-Mail: brachtl.megan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ11

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Ferroalloys Production

Abstract:

This action is the Risk and Technology Review (RTR) for Ferroalloys Production. It will address both the EPA's obligation under the Clean Air Act (CAA) to conduct a residual risk review and to conduct a technology review. Under the "technology review" provision of the CAA, the EPA is required to review maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards and to revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less frequently than every eight years. Under the "residual risk" provision of the CAA, the EPA must evaluate the MACT standards within eight years after promulgation and promulgate standards if required to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or prevent an adverse environmental effect. The new deadline for this final rulemaking is May 28, 2015.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR Part 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 09-cv-00152-SBA; USDC Northern District of California, filed 05/28/14 05/28/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/23/2011 76 FR 72508

NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/29/2011 76 FR 81903 Supplemental NPRM 10/06/2014 79 FR 60237

Correction 10/15/2014 79 FR 61843 Supplemental NPRM 11/14/2014 79 FR 68152 Supplemental NPRM 12/05/2014 79 FR 72160

Final Rule 06/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0895

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 331112; 331419 Agency Contact: Phil Mulrine Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5289
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: mulrine.phil@epa.gov Agency Contact: Chuck French Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711Phone: 919 541-7912
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: french.chuck@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ20

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Title: Phosphoric Acid Manufacturing and Phosphate Fertilizer Production RTR and Standards of Performance for Phosphate Processing

Abstract:

The Clean Air Act requires the EPA to review maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards and to revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less frequently than every eight years. Under the "residual risk" provision of the Clean Air Act, the EPA must evaluate the MACT standards within eight years after promulgation and promulgate standards if required to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or prevent an adverse environmental effect. The MACT for phosphoric acid and phosphate fertilizer were promulgated in June 1999. Facilities subject to these rules were required to be in compliance by June 2002. This final action will address both the residual risk and technology reviews for the phosphoric acid and phosphate fertilizer source categories, as well as address other regulatory actions for the source category as deemed appropriate. The production processes for these two source categories typically are located at the same facilities.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 09-cv-00152; USDC Northern District of California, filed 11/13/13. 07/21/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/07/2014 79 FR 66511

NPRM Comment Period Extended 12/12/2014 79 FR 73872

Final Rule 08/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Tina Ndoh Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D205-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2750
FAX: 919 541-5600
E-Mail: ndoh.christina@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Keith Barnett Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5605
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: barnett.keith@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ29

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Title: Stationary Combustion Turbine New Source Performance Standard (NSPS) Amendments to Address UARG
Reconsideration Petition

Abstract:EPA is amending specific provisions in the new source performance standard (NSPS) for stationary combustion turbines to resolve issues and questions raised by the utility air regulatory group (UARG) on the original final rulemaking published on July 6, 2006 (71 FR 38482), and to address other technical and editorial issues that have been identified since promulgation. The primary issues raised in the petition include the NOx standard and the monitoring and reporting requirements for owners/operators that elect to install NOx CEMS. This rule will also amend the location and wording of existing paragraphs to clarify the requirements of the NSPS. It will also reduce compliance burden for owners/operators of stationary combustion turbines that meet the applicability criteria of and that are complying with the SO2 standard in either subparts J or Ja (standards of performance for petroleum refineries) or only burn fuels containing inherently low amounts of sulfur from complying with the otherwise applicable SO2 limit in subpart KKKK. In addition, at proposal, we requested comment on defining new and reconstruction specific to subpart KKKK. We received multiple comments on the options we are considering. The final rule will address the issues raised by the commenters. Also, in recognition that the ultra-low sulfur diesel requirements include Hawaii, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands, we are evaluating requiring owner/operators of turbines in these locations to the meet the same sulfur requirements as owner/operators of turbines located in State territories. Finally, we are requiring electronic reporting of performance testing.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/29/2012 77 FR 52553

NPRM Comment Period Extended 10/26/2012 77 FR 65351

Final Rule 01/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2004-0490

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 211111; 211112; 486210 Agency Contact: Christian Fellner Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4003
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: fellner.christian@epa.gov Agency Contact: Melanie King Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2469
E-Mail: king.melanie@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ36

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Title: Supplemental Determinations for Renewable Fuels Produced Under the Final RFS2 Program From Palm Oil

Abstract:

As indicated in the final rule for the Renewable Fuels Standard (RFS) Program, while the Agency issued lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) threshold determinations for the major fuel pathways projected to meet the bulk of the RFS volume mandates, assessments of other new fuel pathways such as biofuels produced from palm oil, could not be completed in time for the final rule. In the process of assessing these fuels, the Agency is issuing determinations through several supplemental notices to the final rule, including Palm Oil.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 86; 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air ActLegal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 01/27/2012 77 FR 4300

Comment Period Extended 02/14/2012 77 FR 8254

Final Rule 02/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ- OAR-2005-0161. Split from RIN 2060-AO81.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest.

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/otaq/fuels/renewablefuels/index.htm

Sectors Affected: 324110 Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6401A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-1123
E-Mail: argyropoulos.paul@epa.gov Agency Contact: Robert Larson Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation AAFC Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4277
E-Mail: larson.robert@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ40

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Title: Residual Risk and Technology Review Amendments to the Secondary Aluminum Production National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)

Abstract:

This rule regulates Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAP) from secondary aluminum production facilities that are major sources of HAP and that operate aluminum scrap shredders, thermal chip dryers, scrap dryers/delacquering kilns/decoating kilns, group 2 furnaces, sweat furnaces, dross only furnaces, rotary dross coolers, and secondary aluminum processing units (SAPUs). SAPUs include group 1 furnaces and in-line fluxers. Area sources of HAP are regulated only with respect to emissions of dioxins/furans (D/F) from thermal chip dryers, scrap dryers/delacquering kilns/decoating kilns, sweat furnaces, and SAPUs. The Clean Air Act (CAA) requires EPA to review maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards and to revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less frequently than every eight years. Under the "residual risk" provision of the CAA, EPA must evaluate the MACT standards within eight years after promulgation and promulgate standards, if required, to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or prevent an adverse environmental effect while considering costs. energy, safety and any other relevant factors. The existing rule, 40 CFR part 63, subpart RRR, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Secondary Aluminum Production facilities, was promulgated in 2000. This risk and technology review for secondary aluminum production facilities will be conducted in this rulemaking, which will address possible residual risks, technology advancements, and clarifications to the existing rule.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7412 Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 09-cv-00152-SBA; USDC Northern District of California, filed 08/07/14 08/14/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR CiteNPRM 02/14/2012 77 FR 8576

NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/23/2012 77 FR 16987 Supplemental NPRM 12/08/2014 79 FR 72873 Supplemental NPRM 01/15/2015 80 FR 2067

Final Rule 09/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0544

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Rochelle Boyd Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D-243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1390
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: boyd.rochelle@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Chuck French Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-7912
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: french.chuck@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ44

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Title: Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Lead

Abstract:

Under the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1977, the EPA is required to review and if appropriate revise the air quality criteria for the primary (health-based) and secondary (welfare-based) national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) every five years. On November 12, 2008, the EPA published a final rule to revise the primary and secondary NAAQS for lead to provide increased protection for public health and welfare. The EPA has now initiated the next review. This new review includes the preparation of an Integrated Review Plan, an Integrated Science Assessment, and, if warranted, a Risk/Exposure Assessment, and also a Policy Assessment Document by the EPA, with opportunities for review by EPA's Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee and the public. These documents inform the Administrator's proposed decision as to whether to retain or revise the standards. This decision will be published in the Federal Register with opportunity provided for public comment. The Administrator's final decisions will take into consideration these documents and public comment on the proposed decision.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7408; 42 U.S.C. 7409 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/05/2015 80 FR 277

Final Rule 04/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0108

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/naaqs/standards/pb/s_pb_index.html Agency Contact: Deirdre Murphy Environmental Protection Agency
Air and RadiationC539-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27709
Phone: 919 541-0729
FAX: 919 541-0840
E-Mail: murphy.deirdre@epa.gov Agency Contact: Ginger Tennant Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-06 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4072
FAX: 919 541-0237
E-Mail: tennant.ginger@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ75

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Title: Petroleum Refinery Sector Risk and Technology Review and New Source Performance Standards

Abstract:

This action pertains to the Petroleum Refining industry and specifically to petroleum refinery sources that are subject to maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards in 40 CFR part 63, subparts CC (Refinery MACT 1) and UUU (Refinery MACT 2) and new source performance standards (NSPS) in 40 CFR part 60, subpart Ja. This action is the Petroleum Refining Sector Rulemaking which will address our obligation to perform Risk and Technology Reviews (RTR) for Petroleum Refinery MACT 1 and 2 source categories and will address issues related to the reconsideration of Petroleum Refinery New Source Performance Standard (NSPS) subpart Ja. Petroleum refineries are facilities engaged in refining and producing products made from crude oil or unfinished petroleum derivatives. Emission sources include petroleum refinery-specific process units unique to the industry, such as fluid catalytic cracking units (FCCU) and catalytic reforming units (CRU), as well as units and processes commonly found at other types of manufacturing facilities (including petroleum refineries), such as storage vessels, flares, and wastewater treatment plants. Refinery MACT 1 regulates hazardous air pollutant (HAP) emissions from common processes such as miscellaneous process vents (e.g., delayed coking vents), storage vessels, wastewater, equipment leaks, loading racks, marine tank vessel loading and heat exchange systems at petroleum refineries. Refinery MACT 2 regulates HAP from those processes that are unique to the industry including sulfur recovery units (SRU) and from catalyst regeneration in
FCCU and CRU.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 12-cv-01607-RMC; USDC for the District of Columbia filed 8/13/14. 06/16/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/30/2014 79 FR 36879

NPRM Comment Period Extended 08/15/2014 79 FR 48111

Final Rule 07/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0682

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/petrefine/petrefpg.html

Sectors Affected: 324110 Agency Contact: Brenda Shine Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3608
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: shine.brenda@epamail.epa.govAgency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ90

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Title: NESHAP Risk and Technology Review for the Mineral Wool and Wool Fiberglass Industries; NESHAP for Wool Fiberglass Area Sources

Abstract:

The Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standard for Mineral Wool Production was promulgated on June 1, 1999, and the MACT for Wool Fiberglass Production was promulgated on June 14, 1999. The Clean Air Act requires EPA to evaluate the risk remaining to human health within eight years of promulgation of each MACT standard; for these regulations, that date expired in June 2007. Along with risk, the EPA is also required to review new technology in the industry that can reduce hazardous air pollutant (HAP) emissions from regulated sources in the industry, and may consider costs under this technology review. EPA is addressing these Clean Air Act requirements under a combined risk and technology review (RTR). EPA was petitioned to review the risk for these source categories, and also to determine MACT floors for pollutants and processes that were not regulated by the MACT standards. The Court entered into an agreement with EPA and the litigants; the resulting deadline for proposal was November 4, 2011. The supplemental proposal was published in the Federal Register on April 15, 2013 (78 FR 22370). A second supplemental proposal was signed by the Administrator on October 15, 2014, and published in the Federal Register on November 13, 2014; and the promulgation of the two RTRs and a final rule for wool fiberglass area sources is scheduled for June 18, 2015.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 1175-1196; 40 CFR 63 1380-1399 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 09-cv-00152-SBA; USDC Northern District of California, filed 06/24/14. 06/18/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/25/2011 76 FR 72770

Notice 12/20/2011 76 FR 78872

Notice 01/23/2012 77 FR 3223 Supplemental NPRM 04/15/2013 78 FR 22369 Supplemental NPRM 11/13/2014 79 FR 68011 Supplemental NPRM 12/10/2014 79 FR 73273

Final Rule 07/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-1041, EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-1042

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/rrisk/rtrpg.html

Sectors Affected: 327993 Agency Contact: Susan Fairchild Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D-243-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5167
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: fairchild.susan@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Keith Barnett Environmental Protection AgencyAir and Radiation
D243-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5605
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: barnett.keith@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ91

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Title: Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions From New, Modified, and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units

Abstract:

This rulemaking is being combined with the Carbon Pollution Standards for Modified and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units, RIN 2060-AR88. Once combined, this final rule will establish the first new source performance standards for greenhouse gas emissions. This rule will establish carbon dioxide (CO2) emission standards for certain new fossil fuel-fired electric generating units.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/13/2012 77 FR 22392

NPRM Comment Period Extended 05/04/2012 77 FR 26476

Notice 01/08/2014 79 FR 1352

Second NPRM 01/08/2014 79 FR 1429

Notice 02/26/2014 79 FR 10750

Comment Period Extended 03/06/2014 79 FR 12681

Final Rule 08/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0495

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOAR-2011-0660-0001

Sectors Affected: 221 Agency Contact: Nick Hutson Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 451-2968
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: hutson.nick@epa.gov Agency Contact: Christian Fellner Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4003
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: fellner.christian@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ92View Related Documents

Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Primary Aluminum Reduction Plants

Abstract:

The Clean Air Act (CAA) requires EPA to review maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards and to revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less frequently than every eight years. Under the "residual risk" provision of the CAA, EPA must evaluate the MACT standards within eight years after promulgation and promulgate standards, if required, to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or prevent an adverse environmental effect while considering the economic impacts of controls, technological feasibility, uncertainties and any other relevant factors. The EPA promulgated National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Primary Aluminum Reduction Plants (found in 40 CFR part 63, subpart LL) in 1997. This NESHAP applies to the owner or operator of each new pitch storage tank or new or existing potline, paste production plant, or anode bake furnace associated with primary aluminum reduction which is located at a major source, as defined in 40 CFR section 63.2. The EPA proposed standards addressing residual risk and technology developments on December 6, 2011. The EPA published a supplemental proposal on December 8, 2014. If finalized, the amendments will include new emissions standards for carbonyl sulfide emissions from new and existing potlines; new emissions standards for particulate matter (PM, as a surrogate for HAP metals) emissions from new and existing potlines, anode bake furnaces and paste production plants; new emissions standards for polycyclic organic matter (POM) emissions from new and existing prebake potlines and existing pitch storage tanks; new risk-based emissions standards for arsenic and nickel emissions from new and existing Soderberg potlines; reduce the emissions standards for POM from existing Soderberg potlines; eliminate the startup, shutdown and malfunction exemption; and make certain other technical and editorial changes.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 112 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7412 Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 09-cv-00152; USDC Northern District of California, filed 08/07/14 08/14/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/06/2011 76 FR 76260

NPRM Comment Period Extended 01/19/2012 77 FR 2677 Supplemental NPRM 12/08/2014 79 FR 72913 Supplemental NPRM 01/15/2015 80 FR 2067

Final Rule 09/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0797

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 331313 Agency Contact: David Putney Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D-243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2016
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: putney.david@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Rochelle Boyd Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D-243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1390
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: boyd.rochelle@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ95

View Related DocumentsTitle: General Permits and Permits by Rule for the Tribal Minor New Source Review Program

Abstract:

The Tribal Minor New Source Review (NSR) program applies to new and modified minor sources and minor modifications at major sources in Indian Country. The program, established in a final rule the EPA issued on July 1, 2011, and codified at 40 CFR sections 49.151-49.161, is implemented through issuance of preconstruction permits that can include, among other requirements, pollutant emission limits for minor sources and emission limitations on the potential-to-emit of sources that would otherwise be considered major sources. This minor source program for Indian Country is similar to state minor NSR programs. State minor NSR programs often use general permits and a few state programs allow permits by rule for similar emission units or stationary sources. A general permit or permit by rule may be written to address a single emissions unit, a group of the same type of emissions units, or an entire category of minor sources. General permits and permits by rule can offer a cost-effectivemeans of issuing permits and provide a quicker and simpler alternative mechanism for permitting minor sources than a sitespecific permitting process. This action establishes general permits and permits by rule. The action addresses permit coverage for the following source categories: hot mix asphalt plants; stone quarrying, crushing and screening facilities; gasoline dispensing facilities; petroleum dry cleaner facilities; and auto body repair and miscellaneous surface coating operations.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 49 CFR 49.151 to 161 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/14/2014 79 FR 2545

Final Action 05/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Tribal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Chris Stoneman Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C304-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0823
FAX: 919 541-0072
E-Mail: stoneman.chris@epa.gov Agency Contact: Mark Sendzik Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C-304.03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5534
FAX: 919 541-0942
E-Mail: sendzik.mark@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ99

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Title: National Emission Standards for Aerospace Manufacturing and Rework Facilities Risk and Technology Review

Abstract:

On September 1, 1995 (60 FR 45948), EPA promulgated the National Emission Standards for Aerospace Manufacturing and Rework Facilities (40 CFR part 63, subpart GG) under section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act (CAA). The national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) sets Maximum Achievable Control Technology (MACT) standards for existing and new major sources of hazardous air pollutant emissions and includes standards to control volatile organic compounds (VOC) emissions. Under CAA section 112(d)(6) EPA is required to review standards issued under section 112 and to revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less frequently than every eight years. EPA also must evaluate the MACT standards within eight years after promulgation and promulgate standards under CAA section 112 (f)(2) if required to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or prevent an adverse environmental effect. The source category will be assessed for inhalation risks, including cancer risk and incidence, population cancer risk, and non-cancer effects (chronic and acute). EPA also plans to evaluate multi pathway risk associated with this source category. The agency will follow the Benzene Policy to determine if the source category has low risk, acceptable risk, or unacceptable risk. EPA will then evaluate the effectiveness and cost of additional risk reduction options and make acceptability and ample-margin-of-safety determinations. After assessing the risk from exposure to toxic air emissionsfrom aerospace manufacturing and rework, the EPA has proposed that the emission standards provide an acceptable level of risk with an ample margin of safety to protect public health. Furthermore, the technology assessment did not identify any practices, processes or control technologies that were not already required by the aerospace NESHAP or considered in its development. The EPA also did not identify any improvements to those practices, processes, or control technologies that could be transferred and applied to this source category. However, we have proposed to add standards to limit organic and inorganic HAP emissions from specialty coating application operations and updating the provisions regulating emissions during periods of SSM to ensure the standards are consistent with the requirements of the CAA as interpreted by the courts.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7412 Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 09-cv-00152-SBA; USDC Northern District of California, filed 12/05/14. 11/19/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/17/2015 80 FR 8391

Final Rule 12/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2004-0450

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/aerosp/aeropg.html Agency Contact: Kim Teal Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5580
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: teal.kim@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Keith Barnett Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5605
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: barnett.keith@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR19

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Title: Data Requirements Rule for the One-Hour Sulfur Dioxide Primary National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS)

Abstract:

This final rule will describe procedures for air agencies to characterize sulfur dioxide concentrations through ambient monitoring or air quality modeling techniques in targeted areas around the country in which the largest sources of emissions are located. The air quality information collected by the air agencies will then be used by the EPA to inform future determinations regarding sulfur dioxide national ambient air quality standard attainment status under the Clean Air Act. The rule will reference appropriate recommended guidance on monitoring and modeling techniques, and it will include timelines for air agencies to conduct the recommended analyses and provide the data to the EPA.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 23 U.S.C. 101; 42 U.S.C. 7401 to 7671q Legal Deadline: NoneTimetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/13/2014 79 FR 27245

Final Rule 10/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0711

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/air/sulfurdioxide/implement.html Agency Contact: Larry Wallace Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0906
E-Mail: wallace.larry@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR33

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Title: Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units

Abstract:

On June 25, 2013, President Obama issued a Presidential Memorandum directing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to work expeditiously to complete greenhouse gas (GHG) standards for the power sector. The Agency is using its authority under section 111(d) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) to issue emission guidelines to address GHG emissions from existing power plants. The Presidential Memorandum directs the EPA to issue proposed GHG guidelines for existing power plants by no later than June 1, 2014, and issue final guidelines by no later than June 1, 2015. In addition, the Presidential Memorandum directs the EPA, in the guidelines, to require States to submit to EPA the implementation plans required under section 111(d) of the CAA by no later than June 30, 2016. On June 18, 2014, the EPA proposed emission guidelines for States to follow in developing plans to address GHG emissions from existing fossil-fired EGU, using its authority under CAA 111(d). On November 4, 2014, the EPA published a supplemental proposal to address GHG emissions from existing fossil fuel-fired EGU on tribal
lands and in U.S. territories.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/18/2014 79 FR 34829

NPRM Comment Period Extended 09/25/2014 79 FR 57492

Notice 10/30/2014 79 FR 64543 Supplemental NPRM 11/04/2014 79 FR 65481

Notice 11/13/2014 79 FR 67406

Final Rule 08/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0602. Split from RIN 2060-AQ91.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: Yes

Related RINs: Split From 2060-AQ91 Agency Contact: Amy Vasu Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0107FAX: 919 541-0824
E-Mail: vasu.amy@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Colin Boswell Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2034
E-Mail: boswell.colin@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR68

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Title: State Implementation Plans: Response to Petition; Findings of Substantial Inadequacy; and SIP Calls to Amend Provisions Applying to Excess Emissions During Periods of Startup, Shutdown and Malfunction

Abstract:

This final action responds to a petition submitted by the Sierra Club on June 30, 2011, concerning how state air agency rules in EPA-approved State Implementation Plans (SIPs) treat excess emissions during periods of startup, shutdown or malfunction (SSM). The Petitioner requested the EPA to issue SIP calls pursuant to the Clean Air Act (CAA) to require certain states to revise their SIPs to remedy alleged deficiencies identified in the petition. This final action has been preceded by two proposals. In a February 22, 2013, NPRM, the EPA proposed its response to all issues identified in the Petition, granting it in part and denying it in part, as well as proposing SIP calls for 36 states. Subsequent to that proposal, a federal court ruled that the CAA precludes the authority of the EPA to create affirmative defense provisions applicable to private civil suits. As a result, the EPA issued a supplemental NPRM stating its revised interpretation of the CAA based on that court ruling and inviting comment on how the revised interpretation should affect the response to the petition. In the supplemental NPRM, the EPA also proposed
SIP calls for two additional States.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 52 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial Final Signature 05/22/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/22/2013 78 FR 12460

NPRM Comment Period Extended 04/08/2013 78 FR 20855 Supplemental NPRM 09/17/2014 79 FR 55919 Supplemental NPRM Comment Period End 11/06/2014

Final Rule 06/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0322

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/airquality/urbanair/sipstatus/ Agency Contact: Lisa Sutton Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3450
FAX: 919 541-5315
E-Mail: sutton.lisa@epa.gov Agency Contact: Phil Lorang Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C304-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5463
E-Mail: lorang.phil@epa.govEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR81

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Title: Performance Specification 18 for Hydrogen Chloride Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems

Abstract:

EPA is taking action to establish Performance Specification 18 for Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEM). Performance Specification 18 (PS 18) will provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures for assessing the acceptability of all HCl CEMS when they are initially installed. Currently the regulations specify the use of an extractive Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and Performance Specification 15 to measure HCl continuously. Performance Specification18 is a flexible measurement-based PS for both FTIR and non-FTIR technologies.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 to 7671q Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/14/2014 79 FR 27689

NPRM Comment Period Extended 06/03/2014 79 FR 31901

Final Rule 06/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Candace Sorrell Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1064
FAX: 919 541-0516
E-Mail: sorrell.candace@epa.gov Agency Contact: Raymond Merrill Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation Building E Research Triangle Park , NC 27709
Phone: 919 541-5225
FAX: 919 541-0516
E-Mail: merrill.raymond@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR98

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Title: General Permits and Permits by Rule for the Tribal Minor New Source Review Program

Abstract:

The Tribal Minor New Source Review (NSR) program applies to new and modified minor sources and minor modifications at major sources of air pollution in Indian Country. The program, established in 2011, is implemented through issuance of preconstruction permits that can include, among other requirements, pollutant emission limits for minor sources and emission limitations on the potential of sources to emit pollution that would otherwise be considered major sources. This minor source program for Indian Country is similar to State minor NSR programs. State minor NSR programs often use general permits, and a few State programs allow permits by rule as streamlined permitting approaches for similar emission units or stationary sources. This action finalizes general permits and permits by rule for certain source categories of minor sources wishing to locate in Indian Country. This action finalizes general permits for the following five source categories: boilers, spark ignition engines, compression ignition engines, concrete batch plants, and sawmills. This action finalizes a general permit (and a permit by rule in the alternative) for graphic arts and printing operations.Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 49.151 to 49.161 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/17/2014 79 FR 41845

NPRM Comment Period Extended 08/19/2014 79 FR 49031

Final Rule 06/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions Government Levels Affected: Local; Tribal

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Chris Stoneman Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C304-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0823
FAX: 919 541-0072
E-Mail: stoneman.chris@epa.gov Agency Contact: Mark Sendzik Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C-304.03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5534
FAX: 919 541-0942
E-Mail: sendzik.mark@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS00

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Title: Revisions to Ambient Monitoring Quality Assurance and Other Requirements

Abstract: Quality assurance (QA) and other ambient monitoring requirements have become increasingly complex based on factors such as revisions to the national ambient air quality standards and the introduction of new networks such as NCore and Near-road monitoring. This complexity has increased the burden on state and local agencies who must comply with the requirements as well as the EPA Regions and Headquarters staff that must interpret the regulations and provide supplemental explanatory guidance. This action will reduce the compliance burden on states by identifying opportunities for efficiency in the implementation of QA regulations and also by clarifying rule language to more clearly articulate minimum technical requirements. In addition to proposing a simplified structure for QA requirements described in the CFR, this action will address other common-sense revisions that have been suggested by states or EPA staff in the areas of data reporting and certification, annual monitoring network plans, and network design including nonsource monitoring for lead. The overall goal of this rule is the identification of opportunities for monitoring agency burden reduction while maintaining the current high quality of the resulting
ambient data.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 58 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/11/2014 79 FR 54355

Final Rule 07/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: NoEnergy Affected: No Agency Contact: Lewis Weinstock Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C304-06 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3661
FAX: 919 541-1903
E-Mail: weinstock.lewis@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS09

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Major Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers and Process Heaters; Notice of Reconsideration

Abstract:

On January 31, 2013, EPA issued final amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Major Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers and Process Heaters (40 CFR part 63, subpart DDDDD). EPA received 10petitions for reconsideration of the final amendments. On August 5, 2013, EPA granted reconsideration on three issues raised in the petitions. The petitions for reconsideration indicated that the public lacked an opportunity to comment on these provisions. Although EPA added these provisions in response to public comments on the proposal, EPA granted reconsideration to provide an opportunity for public comment on these three issues. EPA issued a Federal Register notice announcing our decision to grant reconsideration and soliciting public comment on the three issues on January 21, 2015. Additionally, the notice announced amendments to clarify implementation issues raised by stakeholders and to make technical corrections. The public comment period closes on March 9, 2015.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 subpart DDDDD (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/21/2015 80 FR 3089

Final Rule 11/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2002-0058

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/ttn/atw/boiler/boilerpg.html

Sectors Affected: 325; 611; 622; 211; 322; 324; 326; 331; 336; 221; 321 Agency Contact: Jim Eddinger Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5426
E-Mail: eddinger.jim@epa.gov Agency Contact: Steve Fruh Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2837
FAX: 919 541-4991
E-Mail: fruh.steve@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS10View Related Documents

Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Area Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional
Boilers

Abstract:

On February 1, 2013, EPA issued final amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Area Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers (40 CFR part 63, subpart JJJJJJ). EPA received three petitions for reconsideration of the final amendments. On January 21, 2015, EPA announced reconsideration of and requested public comment on five issues identified in the petitions for reconsideration of the final NESHAP for Area Sources. In the action, EPA also proposed a limited number of technical corrections and amendments to the final rule to correct inadvertent errors and to clarify some applicability and implementation issues raised by stakeholders subject to the rule. In addition, EPA proposed to delete rule provisions for an affirmative defense for malfunction in light of a court decision on the issue.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 subpart JJJJJJ (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/21/2015 80 FR 2871

Final Rule 11/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2006-0790

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 11; 611; 22111; 311; 722; 62; 424; 327; 92; 531; 813; 321 Agency Contact: Mary Johnson Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5025
E-Mail: johnson.mary@epa.gov Agency Contact: Steve Fruh Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2837
FAX: 919 541-4991
E-Mail: fruh.steve@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS11

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Title: Commercial and Industrial Solid Waste Incineration Units

Abstract:

On February 7, 2013, EPA issued final amendments to the Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources and Emission Guidelines for Existing Sources: Commercial and Industrial Solid Waste Incineration Units. EPA received seven petitions for reconsideration of the final amendments. On August 5, 2013, EPA granted reconsideration on two issues raised in the petitions: (1) The definition of "CEMS data during startup and shutdown periods;" (2) The PM limit for the waste-burning kiln subcategory. The petitions for reconsideration indicated that the public lacked an opportunity to comment on these provisions. Although EPA added these provisions in response to public comments on the proposal, EPA granted reconsideration to provide an opportunity for public comment on these two issues. EPA issued a Federal Register notice announcing our decision to grant reconsideration and soliciting public comment on the two issues on January 21, 2015. Additionally, EPA is soliciting comment on two newly identified reconsideration issues: (1) establishing a fuel variability factor for the coal-burning energy recovery units subcategory and (2) revision of the definition of kiln.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final RuleMajor: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/21/2015 80 FR 3017

Final Rule 11/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2003-0119

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 325; 337; 333; 423; 212; 327; 211; 486; 44-45; 336; 221 Agency Contact: Nabanita Modak Fischer Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5572
FAX: 919 541-4991
E-Mail: modak.nabanita@epa.gov Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 919 541-5356
E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS14

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Title: National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for the Portland Cement Manufacturing Industry and
Standards of Performance for Portland Cement Plants: Amendments

Abstract: This action will finalize minor technical revisions and clarifications as to applicable emission standards before the compliance date of the amended standards, and minor changes to one of the parametric monitoring requirements.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/19/2014 79 FR 68821

Final Rule 05/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 327310 Agency Contact: Sharon Nizich Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2825
FAX: 919 541-5450E-Mail: nizich.sharon@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Keith Barnett Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5605
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: barnett.keith@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS18

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Change of Listing Status for Certain Substitutes Under the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program

Abstract:

This action, if finalized as proposed, would change the status of a number of substitutes that were previously listed as acceptable under SNAP based on information showing that other substitutes are available for the same uses and pose lower risk overall to human health and the environment. The end uses under consideration include end uses in the aerosols, refrigeration and air conditioning, and foam blowing sectors.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7414; 42 U.S.C. 7601; 42 U.S.C. 7671 to 7671q Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/06/2014 79 FR 46125

NPRM Comment Period Extended 09/19/2014 79 FR 56331

Final Rule 06/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap

Sectors Affected: 325520; 333415; 325199; 452990; 325998; 445299; 811412; 445291; 4453; 72112; 445292; 44512; 445120; 72241; 44522; 44523; 44711; 72111; 423620; 44521; 336211; 3363; 44719; 325510; 324191; 325412; 446110; 238220; 325612; 326140; 423740; 445110; 44511; 339113; 325620; 326150; 452910 Agency Contact: Rebecca von dem Hagen Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9445
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: vondemhagen.rebecca@epa.gov Agency Contact: Cindy Newberg Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9729
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: newberg.cindy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS36

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Title: Amendments Related to: Tier 3 Motor Vehicle Emission and Fuel Standards, Nonroad Engine, Equipment, and FuelPrograms, and MARPOL Annex VI Implementation

Abstract:

EPA has taken final action on three sets of amendments. First, EPA made a variety of corrections to the Tier 3 motor vehicle emission and fuel standards. These changes generally correct or clarify various provisions from the Tier 3 rule without expanding the Tier 3 program or otherwise making any substantive changes to what was described in the April 2014 final rule. Second, EPA revised the test procedures and compliance provisions for nonroad spark-ignition engines at or below 19 kW (and for the corresponding nonroad equipment) to conform to current practices. The changes to evaporative emission test procedures also apply to some degree to other types of nonroad equipment powered by volatile liquid fuels. Third, we revised the regulations to more carefully align with current requirements that apply to marine vessels with diesel engines as specified under MARPOL
annex VI.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/19/2015 80 FR 8826

Direct Final Rule 02/19/2015 80 FR 9077

Partial Withdrawal of Direct Final Rule 05/08/2015 80 FR 26463

Final Rule 06/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 811198; 325199; 336111; 811112; 336612; 483113; 483114; 811310; 325193; 333112; 336112; 33632; 33631; 335312; 211112; 424690; 333618; 33639; 493190; 325110; 424710; 324110; 424720; 486910; 336611; 483 Agency Contact: Tia Sutton Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation AAFC, Ann Arbor , MI 48105 Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4018
E-Mail: sutton.tia@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Alan Stout Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation EPA/NVFEL, 2565 Plymouth Road Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4805
FAX: 734 214-4834
E-Mail: stout.alan@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS37

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Title: Greenhouse Gas Reporting: Revisions to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems Source Category

Abstract:

This action would make revisions to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems source category (subpart W) of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule. Specifically, this action would build upon the existing robust data collection in the Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems source category to ensure appropriate coverage of this sector and that data collected is representative of industry.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 98 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/09/2014 79 FR 73147NPRM Comment Period Extended 02/05/2015 80 FR 6495

Final Rule 10/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 211111; 221210; 211112; 486210 Agency Contact: Lisa Grogan-McCulloch Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6207J Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 617 918-1481
E-Mail: grogan-mcculloch.lisa@epa.gov Agency Contact: Mark Defigueiredo Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6207A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9928
E-Mail: defigueiredo.mark@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS40

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Title: Conforming Revisions to the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule

Abstract: On October 23, 2014, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ordered that EPA's motion to lift the stay of the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule be granted. Therefore, EPA will finalize this ministerial action amending the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule so that it will conform to the court order and reflect the revised schedule. No changes are being made in the substantive requirements of the existing rule.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 52; 40 CFR 97 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Interim Final Rule 12/03/2014 79 FR 71663

Final Rule 12/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0491

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/crossstaterule

Sectors Affected: 221112

Related RINs: Related to 2060-AP50 Agency Contact: Beth Muray Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6204J Washington , DC 20005
Phone: 202 343-9115
FAX: 202 343-2359
E-Mail: murray.beth@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS41View Related Documents

Title: Mercury and Air Toxics Standards Technical Corrections

Abstract:

This final action will correct errors noted in the February 16, 2012, final rule, will clarify sections that have been shown to be confusing to stakeholders, and will complete actions promised in the Response to Comments document but not finalized.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 60; 40 CFR part 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/17/2015 80 FR 8441

NPRM Comment Period End 04/03/2015

Final Rule 08/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: James Eddinger Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5426
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: eddinger.jim@epa.gov Agency Contact: Steve Fruh Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2837
FAX: 919 541-4991
E-Mail: fruh.steve@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS42

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Title: Completion of the Requirement to Promulgate Certain Hazardous Air Pollutant Standards

Abstract:

Clean Air Act (CAA) section 112(c)(6) requires the EPA to ensure that 90 percent of emissions of certain hazardous air pollutants from stationary sources are subject to standards under section 112(d)(2) or (d)(4) of the CAA. This final action will present the inventory of source categories counted towards meeting the requirements of CAA section 112(c)(6).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 01-cv-01537-PLF, Joint Status Report, filed 09/02/14. 05/25/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/16/2014 79 FR 74656

NPRM Comment Period End 02/17/2015

Final Rule 06/00/2015Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Nathan Topham Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0483
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: topham.nathan@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Chuck French Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-7912
FAX: 919 541-3207
E-Mail: french.chuck@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS49

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Title: Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Definitions of Low Pressure Well and Storage Vessel

Abstract: This action will address a previously submitted public comment on "low pressure gas well" in 40 CFR part 60, subpart OOOO. The public comment at issue was received following the July 17, 2014, action titled "Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Reconsideration of Additional Provisions of New Source Performance Standards; Proposed Rule." EPA inadvertently missed this comment when it took final action on the "low pressure gas well" issue in the December 31, 2014, amendments. The December 31, 2014, amendments to the 2012 NSPS added language as part of provisions for tanks removed from service and returned to service. This language defined storage tanks "connected in parallel" or "installed in parallel" to a primary tank. The language grouped all such tanks as a single vessel with liquid throughput (and emissions) equal to the sum of the parallel tanks. EPA received administrative reconsideration petitions on this new language. This proposal will address this issue.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/23/2015 80 FR 15180

NPRM Comment Period End 04/22/2015

Final Rule 06/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Bruce Moore Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5460
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: moore.bruce@epa.gov Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 919 541-5356
E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.govEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AK26

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Substitutes for Ozone-Depleting Substances: N-Propyl Bromide

Abstract:

This final rule would make a determination as to whether n-propyl bromide (nPB) is an acceptable substitute for Class I and Class II ozone depleting substances used in aerosol solvent and adhesives end uses. If found acceptable, this would provide industry with another alternative to solvents with higher ozone depletion potential. An acceptability determination could include specific conditions on the use of nPB as a solvent, such as limiting the specific applications in which it may be used to those with low emissions and requiring exposure limits that would be sufficient to mitigate risk and that are consistent with industry practices. Any conditions would be for the purpose of ensuring that nPB is used in a manner that is as safe and environmentally protective as other available substitutes. OSHA has not set a specific exposure standard for nPB. If we determine that nPB cannot be used safely in a specific end use, as compared with other substitutes available for that end use, we would find it unacceptable.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7414; 42 U.S.C. 7601; 42 U.S.C. 7671 to 7671q Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/03/2003 68 FR 33283

Second NPRM 10/02/2003 68 FR 56809

Second NPRM 05/30/2007 72 FR 30168

Final Rule 05/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2002-0064. Split from RIN 2060-AJ58

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap

Sectors Affected: 238320; 326150 Agency Contact: Margaret Sheppard Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9163
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: sheppard.margaret@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AM09

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Amendments to the Section 608 Leak Repair Regulations

Abstract:

EPA proposed changes to the leak repair regulations promulgated under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act. This rule would lower the leak repair trigger rates for comfort cooling, commercial refrigeration, and industrial process refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment with ozone-depleting refrigerant charges greater than 50 pounds. This action would streamline existing required practices and associated reporting and recordkeeping requirements by establishing similar leak repair requirements for owners or operators of comfort cooling, commercial refrigeration, and industrial process refrigeration appliances. This action also would reduce the use and emissions of ozone-depleting refrigerants by requiring the following: verification and documentation of all repairs, retrofit or retirement of appliances that cannot be sufficiently repaired, mandatory replacement of appliance components that have a history of failures, and mandatory recordkeeping of the determination of the full charge and the fate of recovered refrigerant.Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82.150 to 82.169 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7671 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 12/15/2010 75 FR 78558

Second NPRM 02/23/2011 76 FR 9987

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2003-0167

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/title6/608/leak.html

Sectors Affected: 312112; 312120; 445120; 493130; 713940; 447110; 312113; 531312; 324110; 493120; 312111; 445110;
452910 Agency Contact: Sally Hamlin Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9711
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: hamlin.sally@.epa.gov Agency Contact: Cindy Newberg Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9729
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: newberg.cindy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AM55

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Modifications to the Technician Certification Requirements Under Section 608 of the
Clean Air Act

Abstract:

This proposed rule would amend appendix D to subpart F of 40 CFR part 82--Standards for Becoming a Certifying Program for Technicians. The refrigerant recycling regulations governing standards for certifying programs for technicians were promulgated under section 608 of the Clean Air Act in 1994. This proposed rule would update the technician certification examination to reflect developments in new refrigerants, equipment, and technology. This proposed rule would provide specific requirements for programs applying to become certifying organizations, would specify reporting and recordkeeping requirements in order to enhance implementation of the program, and would define other administrative components of the program to improve accountability.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7414; 42 U.S.C. 7601; 42 U.S.C. 7671 to 7671q Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

Additional Information: SAN No. 4901Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/title6/608

Sectors Affected: 3334 Agency Contact: Sally Hamlin Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9711
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: hamlin.sally@.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AO18

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Title: New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and Emission Guidelines (EG) for Large Municipal Waste Combustors (MWCs)

Abstract:

EPA originally adopted air emission standards for new and existing large municipal waste combustors (MWCs) in 1995. As required by section 129 of the Clean Air Act, EPA reviewed these standards and proposed revised standards. The proposal occurred on December 19, 2005, and final standards were published on May 10, 2006 (71 FR 27323). A number of individuals filed petitions on various aspects of the standards. Moreover, the Agency received a separate petition to reopen the section 129(a)(2) standards. EPA agreed to initiate such an action. Accordingly, EPA petitioned the court to remand the 2006 LMWC rule to EPA. The court issued the remand in February 2008.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

Notice 03/20/2007 72 FR 13016

NPRM 05/00/2016

Additional Information: EPA publication information: Notice of reconsideration of final rule - http://www.epa.gov/fedrgstr/EPAAIR/2007/March/Day-20/a5022.htm

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 924110; 562213 Agency Contact: Charlene Spells Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E-143-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5255
FAX: 919 541-3470
E-Mail: spells.charlene@epa.gov Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 919 541-5356
E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.govEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP71

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Title: Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR): Reasonable Possibility in Recordkeeping; Reconsideration

Abstract:

The EPA is convening a proceeding for reconsideration of a final rule published in the Federal Register on December 21, 2007 (72 FR 62607). The subject rule was promulgated in response to a remand by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit in New York v. EPA, 413 F.3d 3 (D.C. Cir. 2005), in order to clarify the "reasonable possibility" recordkeeping and reporting standard under the New Source Review (NSR) program. After review of issues raised by the State of New Jersey by petition and letter, we have decided to exercise our discretion to conduct a reconsideration of this final rule and will therefore be reopening the public comment period for the rule. The rule will remain in effect while our reconsideration proceeding is under

way.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 app S; 40 CFR 51.165; 40 CFR 51.166; 40 CFR 52.21 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7470-7515 Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM

Final Rule

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2001-0004

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/nsr/

Sectors Affected: 325520; 325181; 325188; 325199; 325998; 336399; 324199; 331311; 336111; 325414; 325182; 221121; 221122; 325193; 325920; 221112; 221111; 325120; 325131; 336112; 325411; 336213; 336211; 336340; 336350; 211112; 322122; 221113; 221119; 325510; 322121; 322130; 324110; 325412; 325910; 325132; 336212 Agency Contact: Cheryl Vetter Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4391
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: vetter.cheryl@epa.gov Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5344
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP80

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Title: Reconsideration of the Prevention of Significant Deterioration and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR) Project Aggregation

Abstract:

In January 2009, the EPA issued a final rule that addressed when a source must combine (i.e., "aggregate") nominally separate physical and operational changes for the purpose of determining whether they are a single change and subject to review under the New Source Review (NSR) program. Following promulgation of the rule, the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) submitted a petition for reconsideration as provided for in the Clean Air Act (CAA). The EPA responded to the petition byannouncing the convening of a reconsideration proceeding and staying the effective date of the rule to allow time to conduct the reconsideration. This final reconsideration will address a range of legal and policy issues related to the 2009 Aggregation rule and complete any revisions of the rule that become necessary as a result of the reconsideration process.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51.165; 40 CFR 51.166; 40 CFR 52.21 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 04/15/2010 75 FR 19567

NPRM Comment Period Extended 05/14/2010 75 FR 27191

Final Rule 05/18/2010 75 FR 27643

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2003-0064

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/nsr/

Sectors Affected: 325181; 325188; 325998; 336399; 331311; 336111; 325414; 325182; 221121; 221122; 221112; 336312; 336120; 221111; 325413; 325120; 336112; 325411; 336992; 336213; 336211; 336340; 336330; 336350; 221210; 211112; 322122; 221113; 221119; 336322; 322121; 324110; 325412; 486210; 336212 Agency Contact: Dave Svendsgaard Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2380
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: svendsgaard.dave@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5344
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ47

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Title: Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR): Reconsideration of Inclusion of Fugitive Emissions; Reconsideration

Abstract:

EPA is proposing a rule based on the results of its reconsideration of the final rule titled, "Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Nonattainment New Source Review (NSR): Reconsideration of Inclusion of Fugitive Emissions" (Fugitive Emissions Rule), published on December 19, 2008. Through a letter signed on April 24, 2009, EPA granted reconsideration on a petition submitted by the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC), as well as an administrative stay of the Fugitive Emissions Rule provisions. On March 30, 2011, EPA issued an interim rule that stayed the Fugitive Emissions Rule by reverting the text of the affected sections of the CFR to back to the prior rule language. This stay will remain in effect until EPA completes its reconsideration and undertakes any associated rulemaking. In this action EPA will consider the petition for reconsideration, public comments, and information contained in the rulemaking docket to reach a decision on the reconsideration and finalize the
rule.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 51 to 52 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air ActLegal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM

Final Rule

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2004-0014

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/nsr

Sectors Affected: 325520; 325181; 325188; 325199; 325998; 336399; 324199; 331311; 336111; 325414; 325182; 221121; 221122; 325193; 325920; 221112; 221111; 325120; 325131; 336112; 325411; 336213; 336211; 336340; 336350; 211112; 322122; 221113; 221119; 325510; 322121; 322130; 324110; 325412; 325910; 325132; 336212 Agency Contact: Greg Nizich Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3078
E-Mail: nizich.greg@epa.gov Agency Contact: Raj Rao Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5344
FAX: 919 541-5509
E-Mail: rao.raj@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR12

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Title: Revised Regulation for Environmental Radiation Protection Standard for Nuclear Power Operations

Abstract:

The EPA issued the "Environmental Radiation Protection Standards for Nuclear Power Operations" in 1977. Since issuance of these standards, the understanding of radiation risk and dose to humans has advanced and new methodologies have been developed to calculate radiation doses. In view of the developments over the past decades, the EPA is evaluating how to update the Environmental Radiation Protection Standards for Nuclear Power Operations in 40 CFR part 190. An updated rule would draw on updated science and clarify how safety should be demonstrated. On February 4, 2014 (79 FR 6509), the EPA issued an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) to solicit public input on general questions and approaches on what aspects of the rule should be updated.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 190 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 2011 et seq. Atomic Energy Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Next Action Undetermined

ANPRM 02/04/2014 79 FR 6509

ANPRM Comment Period End 06/04/2014

Additional Information: Docket number EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0689. For public comments on this ANPRM, see http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0689-0001.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; State

Federalism: No Energy Affected: NoRIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/radiation/ Agency Contact: Brian Littleton Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6608J Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9216
E-Mail: littleton.brian@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Tom Peake Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6608J Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9765
FAX: 202 343-2304
E-Mail: peake.tom@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR65

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Title: Air Quality: Revision to Definition of Volatile Organic Compounds--Amendment to the Exclusion of t-Butyl Acetate

Abstract:

The EPA is proposing to remove the existing special emission reporting requirements for this compound that were established in 2004 when the compound was excluded from the definition of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), because these reporting requirements are now considered to be unnecessarily burdensome. This change will allow industrial users of solvents to use it without the burden of reporting emissions.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 51 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7602(s) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule

NPRM 02/05/2015 80 FR 6481

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Souad Benromdhane Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-07 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4359
E-Mail: benromdhane.souad@epa.gov Agency Contact: Megan Brachtl Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2645
FAX: 919 541-5315
E-Mail: brachtl.megan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS13

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants Risk and Technology Review Reconsideration: Oil and Natural
Gas SectorAbstract: On August 16, 2012, EPA promulgated residual risk and technology review (RTR) amendments to National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) that regulate hazardous air pollutants (HAP) from new and existing stationary sources in the oil and natural gas industry. Based on our review, the 2012 rules amended two NESHAP (40 CFR part 63, subparts HH and HHH) for the oil and natural gas industry which were promulgated in 1999. On October 15, 2012, EPA received several petitions for reconsideration to reconsider, clarify and amend certain provisions of the final 2012 rule. At this time we are evaluating potential issues to reconsider.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2016

Final Rule 06/00/2017

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State; Local

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Matthew Witosky Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D205-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2865
E-Mail: witosky.matthew@epa.gov Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 919 541-5356
E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS26

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Title: Petition to Add n-Propyl Bromide to the List of Hazardous Air Pollutants

Abstract:

The Clean Air Act (CAA) requires EPA to regulate compounds that are listed as air toxics, also known as hazardous air pollutants. Air toxics are those pollutants known, or suspected, to cause cancer and other human health problems. The law allows EPA to consider petitions to modify the list, by adding or removing substances. Individuals seeking to add a substance must demonstrate the substance is an air pollutant and that emissions, ambient concentrations, bioaccumulation or deposition of the substance are known to cause or may reasonably be anticipated to cause adverse effects to human health or adverse environmental effects. The Agency received petitions to add n-Propyl Bromide from the Halogenated Solvents Industry Alliance in October 2010 and from the State of New York in November 2011. Once EPA receives a petition, it conducts two reviews: a completeness review, to determine whether there is sufficient information on which to base a decision; and a technical review, to evaluate the merits of the petition. The petitions were determined to be complete and a notice of receipt of a complete petition was published in the Federal Register on February 6, 2015.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 02/06/2015 80 FR 6676Comment Period Extended 03/11/2015 80 FR 12794

Notice 09/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: John Schaefer Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C504-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-0296
FAX: 919 541-1039
E-Mail: schaefer.john@epa.gov Agency Contact: Anne Pope Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D205-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5373
E-Mail: pope.anne@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS50

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Title: Review of the National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Particulate Matter

Abstract:

On January 13, 2013, the EPA published a final rule revising the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter (PM) (78 FR 3086). Specifically, the EPA revised the level of the annual PM2.5 standard to provide increased protection against the health effects of PM. The other primary and secondary PM standards were retained. On December 3, 2014, the EPA published a call for information for research studies on PM (79 FR 71764) in order to inform the development of the Integrated Science Assessment (ISA) for the next review of the PM NAAQS. This ISA will be developed by EPA's National Center for Environmental Assessment and will present a rigorous assessment of the most policy-relevant scientific evidence on PM. Building on the evidence assessed in the ISA, the EPA's Office of Air Quality Planning and Standards (OAQPS) will conduct quantitative analyses of PM exposures and risks and, as appropriate, will prepare a Risk and Exposure Assessment document (REA) presenting and assessing these analyses. The OAQPS will also prepare a Policy Assessment document (PA) synthesizing the scientific evidence from the ISA and the exposure/risk information from the REA (if an REA is prepared). The PA will present considerations and conclusions of the EPA staff regarding the range of policy options that could be supported by the available evidence and information. Draft versions of the ISA, REA (if prepared), and the PA will be reviewed at public meetings by the Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee (CASAC). Final documents will reflect CASAC's advice and recommendations, as well as staff's consideration of the comments expressed by members of the public. After completion of the ISA, REA (if prepared), and PA, the Administrator's proposal to retain or revise the PM NAAQS will be published in the Federal Register with a request for public comment. Input received during the public comment period will be reflected in the
Administrator's final decision.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7408; 42 U.S.C. 7409 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/00/2017

Final Rule 03/00/2019

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Scott Jenkins Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C445-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-1167E-Mail: jenkins.scott@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AP93

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Title: Standards of Performance for New Residential Wood Heaters and New Residential Hydronic Heaters and Forced-Air
Furnaces

Abstract: On February 3, 2015, EPA signed a final rule that made revisions to the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for new residential wood heaters. This action updates the 1988 NSPS to reflect significant advancements in wood heater technologies and design, broadens the range of residential wood-heating appliances covered by the regulation, and improves and streamlines implementation procedures. This rule requires manufacturers to redesign wood heaters to be cleaner and lower emitting. In general, the design changes would also make the heaters perform better and be more efficient. The revisions will streamline the process for testing new model lines by allowing the use of International Standards Organization (ISO)-accredited laboratories and certifying bodies, which will expand the number of facilities that can be used for testing and certification of the new model lines. This action includes the following new residential wood-heating appliances: adjustable burn rate wood heaters, pellet stoves, single burn rate wood heaters, outdoor hydronic heaters (outdoor wood boilers), indoor hydronic heaters (indoor wood boilers), wood-fired forced air furnaces, and masonry heaters. These standards apply only to new residential wood heaters and not to existing residential wood-heating appliances.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory 02/26/1996

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/03/2014 79 FR 6329

Notice 07/01/2014 79 FR 37259

Final Rule 03/16/2015 80 FR 13671

Final Action Effective 05/15/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0734

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 333414; 333415; 238140 Agency Contact: Gil Wood Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C404-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5272
FAX: 919 541-0242
E-Mail: wood.gil@epa.gov Agency Contact: David Cole Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C404-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5565
FAX: 919 541-0242
E-Mail: cole.david@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AQ51

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Title: Performance Specification 4C--Specifications and Test Procedures for Low-level Carbon Monoxide Continuous EmissionMonitoring Systems in Stationary Sources

Abstract:

Performance Specification 4C would have been used to evaluate the acceptability of very low-level carbon monoxide (CO) continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS). During the notice and comment process of several recent stationary source rulemakings, it was determined current promulgated performance specifications (4, 4A, or 4B) were sufficient to show compliance with the final emissions standards of those stationary source regulations. Without a current or near future regulatory need, EPA has decided to withdraw Performance Specification 4C.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: None (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq; Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Withdrawn 02/02/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Lula Melton Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2910
FAX: 919 541-4511
E-Mail: melton.lula@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR29

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Title: Revisions to the Air Emissions Reporting Requirements: Revisions to Lead (Pb) Reporting Threshold and Clarifications to Technical Reporting Details

Abstract:

The existing Air Emissions Reporting Requirements (AERR) in 40 CFR part 51 include a reporting threshold of 5 tons per year for lead (Pb). This action brings that threshold into line with the requirements of the revised Pb national standards (NAAQS) and its associated monitoring requirements of 0.5 tons per year. The EPA finalized technical corrections to appendix A of subpart A of the AERR final rule to make it consistent with the final implementation of the Emission Inventory System (EIS), which is used to collect the data required as part of the AERR. This rule affects state, local, and tribal agencies that are responsible for submitting data to EIS by requiring them to collect and submit data from additional Pb sources based on the lower emissions reporting threshold. This action also clarifies for these data submitters the technical elements of their submissions to the EIS by reducing inconsistencies with other features of Appendix A. This action was published on February 19, 2015 (80 FR 8787).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 51 subpart A; 40 CFR 51.122 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations )

Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/20/2013 78 FR 37164

Final Rule 02/19/2015 80 FR 8787

Final Action Effective 02/19/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2004-0489

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local; State; TribalSmall Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Marc Houyoux Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C339-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-3649
FAX: 919 541-0684
E-Mail: houyoux.marc@epa.gov Agency Contact: Kim Paylor Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation Research Triangle Park, NC 27711 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5474
E-Mail: paylor.kim@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR34

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Title: Implementation of the 2008 National Ambient Air Quality Standards for Ozone: State Implementation Plan Requirements

Abstract:

This final rule addressed a range of state implementation requirements for the 2008 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ozone, including requirements pertaining to attainment demonstrations, reasonable further progress, reasonably available control technology, reasonably available control measures, nonattainment new source review, emission inventories, and the timing of State Implementation Plan (SIP) submissions and compliance with emission control measures in the SIP. Other issues also addressed in this final rule were the revocation of the 1997 ozone NAAQS, and anti-backsliding requirements that apply when the 1997 NAAQS are revoked.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 50; 40 CFR 51; 40 CFR 70; 40 CFR 71 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7409; 42 U.S.C. 7410; 42 U.S.C. 7511 to 7511f; 42 U.S.C. 7601(a)(1) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/06/2013 78 FR 34177

NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/24/2013 78 FR 44485

Final Rule 03/06/2015 80 FR 12263

Final Action Effective 04/06/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0885

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/air/ozonepollution/actions.html#impl Agency Contact: Karl Pepple Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 206 553-1778
FAX: 919 541-4315
E-Mail: pepple.karl@epa.gov Agency Contact: Megan Brachtl Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2645
FAX: 919 541-5315E-Mail: brachtl.megan@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR47

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Off-Site Waste and Recovery Operations

Abstract:

In this action EPA conducted the risk and technology review for National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) from Off-Site Waste and Recovery Operations. The Clean Air Act (CAA) sections 112(f)(2) and 112(d)(6) require EPA to conduct residual risk and technology reviews. Under the "technology review" provision of the CAA section 112, EPA is required to review maximum achievable control technology (MACT) standards and to revise them "as necessary (taking into account developments in practices, processes and control technologies)" no less frequently than every eight years. Under the "residual risk" provision of CAA section 112, EPA must evaluate the MACT standards within eight years after promulgation and amend the standards if required to provide an ample margin of safety to protect public health or prevent an adverse environmental effect. As part of this NESHAP revision, EPA also removed the startup, shutdown and malfunction exemptions as required by recent court decisions. Changes to the rule were proposed at 79 FR 37849 on July 2, 2014, as a result of the risk assessment and the technology review.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial 09-cv-00152-SBA; USDC Northern District of California, filed 11/13/13 02/27/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/02/2014 79 FR 37849

Final Rule 03/18/2015 80 FR 14247

Final Action Effective 03/18/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0360

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Paula Hirtz Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2618
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: hirtz.paula@epa.gov Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR76

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Title: Renewable Fuel 2014 Volume Standards

Abstract:

## The 2014 Renewable Fuel Annual Volume Standards rulemaking has been incorporated into a rulemaking that includes establishing additional volume standards for 2015 and 2016 (see RIN 2060- AS22). Therefore, this is being withdrawn as an individual regulatory action and replaced with a multiyear rulemaking action. For updated information, please see the Renewable Fuel Volume Standards, 2014-2016 rulemaking summary.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Notice 11/20/2013 78 FR 69628

NPRM 11/29/2013 78 FR 71731

Withdrawn 05/01/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest.

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/otaq/fuels/renewablefuels/ Agency Contact: David Korotney Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
N27 Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4507
E-Mail: korotney.david@epa.gov Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6401A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-1123
E-Mail: argyropoulos.paul@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR78

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Title: Amendments and Confidentiality Determinations for Subpart L (Fluorinated Gas Production) and Amendments to Subpart
A

Abstract:

This action amended the reporting requirements for the Fluorinated Gas Production source category (subpart L) of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program. It also assigned CBI determinations for any data reporting elements added under this action. This action allows reporters to report greenhouse gas emissions at a more aggregate level than was originally required when the rule for this source category was finalized. This action amended what is reported to EPA.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 98 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7414 and 7542 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/19/2013 78 FR 69337

NPRM Comment Period Extended 01/15/2014 79 FR 2614Final Rule 12/11/2014 79 FR 73749

Correction 12/24/2014 79 FR 77391

Final Action Effective 01/01/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0147

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ghgreporting

Sectors Affected: 325120 Agency Contact: Lisa Grogan-McCulloch Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6207J Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 617 918-1481
E-Mail: grogan-mcculloch.lisa@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR88

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Title: Carbon Pollution Standards for Modified and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units

Abstract:

This rulemaking is being combined with Standards of Performance for Greenhouse Gas Emissions from New Stationary Sources: Electric Utility Generating Units, RIN 2060-AQ91, and will be issued under that RIN. Once combined, this action will establish the first new source performance standards for greenhouse gas emissions. This final rule, issued under authority of CAA 111(b), will establish CO2 emission standards for certain new, modified, and reconstructed fossil fuel-fired electric generating units (EGUs).

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/18/2014 79 FR 34959 Merged With 2060-AQ91 04/28/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0603

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

Related RINs: Related to 2060-AQ91; Related to 2060-AR33 Agency Contact: Christian Fellner Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4003
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: fellner.christian@epa.gov Agency Contact: Nick Hutson Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 451-2968
FAX: 919 541-5450
E-Mail: hutson.nick@epa.govEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR95

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Title: Air Quality Designations for the 2012 PM2.5 Standards

Abstract:

This final action established the air quality designations and classifications for most areas of the United States under the revised 2012 annual fine particulate matter national ambient air quality standards. Designations of attainment, nonattainment or unclassifiable are based on air quality monitoring data and other relevant information pertaining to the air quality in the affected area, including whether an area contributes to a violation of the standard in a nearby area.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 81 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 01/15/2015 80 FR 2205

Final Action Effective 04/15/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2012-0918

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Public Comment
URL: https://www.epa.gov/pmdesignations/2012standards Agency Contact: Andy Chang Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2416
FAX: 919 541-5315
E-Mail: chang.andy@epa.gov Agency Contact: Rhea Jones Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation C539-04 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2940
FAX: 919 541-5315
E-Mail: jones.rhea@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AR96

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Title: Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule: Revisions to the Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems Source Category

Abstract:

This rule revised the Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems source category (subpart W) of the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Rule. Specifically, the rule includes revisions to certain calculation methods, monitoring and data reporting requirements, terms and definitions, and technical and editorial errors that were identified during the course of implementation.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 98 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline: NoneTimetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/10/2014 79 FR 13393

Final Rule 11/25/2014 79 FR 70351

Final Action Effective 01/01/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ghgreporting/

Sectors Affected: 211111; 221210; 211112; 486210 Agency Contact: Lisa Grogan-McCulloch Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6207J Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 617 918-1481
E-Mail: grogan-mcculloch.lisa@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS01

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Title: Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Reconsideration of Additional Provisions of New Source Performance Standards

Abstract: In this action, we have addressed additional issues raised by petitioners following publication of the "Oil and Natural Gas Sector: New Source Performance Standards" (published August 16, 2012), but that were not addressed in the action, "Oil and Natural Gas Sector: Reconsideration of Certain Provisions of New Source Performance Standards" (published September 23, 2013). Specifically, this action addresses reconsideration issues associated with the natural gas well completion requirements of the NSPS with which compliance is required by January 1, 2015. In addressing these issues, this action finalized minor revisions and clarification of the well completion requirements. The principal changes include clarification of requirements for handling of flowback liquids and gases following hydraulic fracturing, clarification of the existing language regarding venting during some portions of well completions, addition of new definitions to further clarify the well completion provisions and revision of the definition of "low pressure well" based on information supplied by petitioners.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/17/2014 79 FR 41751

Final Rule 12/31/2014 79 FR 79017

Final Action Effective 12/31/2014

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Bruce Moore Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5460
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: moore.bruce@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: David Cozzie Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 919 541-5356
E-Mail: cozzie.david@epa.govEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS04

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Listing of Substitutes for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning and Revision of the Venting Prohibition for Certain Refrigerant Substitutes

Abstract:

This final action lists a number of refrigerants with lower global warming potentials (GWPs) as substitutes for certain household and commercial uses under EPA's Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) Program. The SNAP Program evaluates alternatives to ozone-depleting substances to ensure that they do not pose greater overall risks to human health and the environment than other available substitutes and lists these substitutes as acceptable, acceptable subject to use conditions, acceptable with narrowed use limits, or unacceptable. This action lists a number of refrigerants with lower GWPs than commonly-used refrigerants, finding them acceptable subject to enforceable use conditions where adequate safeguards are available to ensure their safe use, such as industry standards. This final action exempts those refrigerant substitutes that are hydrocarbons from the Clean Air Act prohibition on venting based on current evidence that their venting and release does not pose a threat to the environment. This rule gives refrigeration and air conditioning manufacturers more climate-friendly options.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7414; 42 U.S.C. 7601; 42 U.S.C. 7671 to 7671q Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/09/2014 79 FR 38811

Final Rule 04/10/2015 80 FR 19453

Final Rule Effective 05/11/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/snap

Sectors Affected: 333415; 811412; 445120; 325412; 238220; 445110 Agency Contact: Margaret Sheppard Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9163
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: sheppard.margaret@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS07

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Title: NESHAP from Coal- and Oil-Fired Steam EGU Units and Standards of Performance for Fossil-Fuel-Fired Electric Utility, Ind-Com-Institutional, and Small Ind-Com-Institutional Steam Generating Units

Abstract:

In April 2012, EPA issued the final Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Rule. EPA received petitions for reconsideration of this final rule. In November 2012, EPA granted reconsideration on proposed revisions to and solicited comment on four issues raised in the petitions: certain revised new source standards in MATS, requirements applicable during periods of startup and shutdown in MATS, startup and shutdown provisions related to the Particulate Matter (PM) standard in the Utility NSPS, and definitional and monitoring provisions in the Utility NSPS. In April 2013, EPA finalized the revisions to the new source standards. The petitions for reconsideration related to the startup/shutdown provisions indicated that the public lacked an opportunity to comment on these provisions. In November 2012, EPA granted reconsideration to provide an opportunity for public comment on this issue (NPRM 2). In June 2013, EPA reopened the public comment period for the proposed reconsideration of the startup/shutdown issues. After review of the public comments received, with this action, EPA issued a final rule announcing our final decision on the proposed startup/shutdown reconsideration.Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 60; 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM Comment Period Extended 06/25/2013 78 FR 38001

Final Rule 11/19/2014 79 FR 68777

Final Action Effective 11/19/2014

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0234

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 921150; 221122 Agency Contact: Jim Eddinger Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5426
E-Mail: eddinger.jim@epa.gov Agency Contact: Steve Fruh Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-02 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-2837
FAX: 919 541-4991
E-Mail: fruh.steve@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS19

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Title: Maine's Request for Extending the Federal Requirement for Sale of Reformulated Gasoline in the Counties of York, Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Androscoggin, Kennebec, Knox, and Lincoln

Abstract:

Clean Air Act section 211(k)(6)(B) states that, "[u]pon the application of the Governor of a State in the ozone transport region established by section 184(a), the Administrator . . .shall apply the prohibition" against the sale of conventional gasoline in RFG covered areas "to any area in the state (other than an area classified as a marginal, moderate, serious or severe ozone nonattainment area . . . ) . . . CAA section 211(k)(6) provides the EPA some discretion to establish and extend the commencement date for this prohibition, including allowing extensions based on a finding by EPA that there is an insufficient capacity to supply reformulated gasoline (RFG). However, the EPA does not have discretion to deny a Governor's request. The EPA acted on a request made by the Governor of the State of Maine to extend the CAA prohibition against the sale of conventional gasoline in RFG areas to the southern Maine counties of York, Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Androscoggin, Kennebec, Knox, and Lincoln ("the Southern Maine Counties") which are part of the ozone transport region. In a February 6, 2015, rulemaking (80 FR 6658), the EPA finalized, as proposed, a prohibition commencement date of May 1, 2015, for all entities in the affected opt-in area other than retailers and wholesale purchaser-consumers (i.e., refiners, importers, and distributors), and June 1, 2015, for all retailers and wholesale purchaser-consumers. Thus, conventional gasoline may not be sold to consumers in the Southern Maine Counties effective on June 1, 2015.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 08/28/2014 79 FR 51288Final Rule 02/06/2015 80 FR 6658

Final Action Effective 03/09/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Patty Klavon Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation AASMCG Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4476
E-Mail: klavon.patty@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Kurt Gustafson Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation Mail Code 6405J, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9219
FAX: 202 343-2800
E-Mail: gustafson.kurt@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS20

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Title: Regulation Changes to Allow for Electronic Submittal of State Implementation Plans (SIPs)

Abstract:

This action amended certain sections of the Clean Air Act that pertain to State Implementation Plan (SIP) submissions to allow for electronic submissions. The rule supports the agency's commitment to institute electronic systems in place of existing paper based reporting to meet the agency's regulatory requirements. The rule moves SIP submissions toward the agency's priority for E-Reporting. Furthermore, it supports the Digital Government Strategy issued by the White House in 2012 that calls for the EPA to continue to evolve its reporting systems to take advantage of new technology and improve transparency of our stakeholders. This rule is a step forward in the agency's larger E-Enterprise for the Environment Initiative.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 51; 40 CFR parts 52 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(3)(A) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 02/10/2015 80 FR 7336

Final Action Effective 03/16/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2015-0045

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: State

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Mia South Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation Mail Code C539-01 , 109 T.W. Alexander Drive Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5550
E-Mail: south.mia@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS25

View Related DocumentsTitle: Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program: Extension of 2013 Compliance Demonstration Date

Abstract:

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken final action on two components of its annual rulemaking to establish the 2014 renewable fuels standards under Clean Air Act 211(o). The two components are an extension of the compliance demonstration deadline for the 2013 renewable fuel standards, and the associated deadline for submission of attest engagement reports for the 2013 renewable fuel standards. The new deadlines are September 30, 2014 and January 30, 2015, respectively. This action ensures timely amendment of existing deadlines, before compliance obligations would otherwise go into effect.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: Clean Air Act sec 211(o) Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 06/16/2014 79 FR 34242

Final Action Effective 06/16/2014

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2013-0479

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: David Korotney Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
N27 Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4507
E-Mail: korotney.david@epa.gov Agency Contact: Paul Argyropoulos Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6401A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-1123
E-Mail: argyropoulos.paul@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS33

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Title: 2010 NO2 Finding of Failure to Submit Infrastructure State Implementation Plan (SIPS)

Abstract:

This final rule under the good cause exemption issued a finding of failure to submit (FFS) for all 2010 NO2 NAAQS
nonattainment areas that have failed to submit infrastructure State Implementation Plans (SIPs), which were due on January 30, 2013. The FFS started an 18-month sanctions clock, which can be turned off by a finding that a complete SIP was submitted. Plus, the FFS started a two-year Federal Implementation Plan clock, which can be turned off by approval of the SIP.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR part 52 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7604(a)(2) Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial WEG v. EPA 11/15/2014

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 11/24/2014 79 FR 69769

Final Action Effective 12/24/2014Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2014-0337

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/airquality/nitrogenoxides/actions.html Agency Contact: Mia South Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation Mail Code C539-01 , 109 T.W. Alexander Drive Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5550
E-Mail: south.mia@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS38

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Title: Protection of Stratospheric Ozone: Extension of the Laboratory and Analytical Use Exemption for Essential Class I Ozone-Depleting Substances

Abstract:

The Laboratory and Analytical Use Exemption allows for the limited production and import of small quantities of ozone-depleting substances for use in laboratories. Laboratory uses include equipment calibration; use as extraction solvents, diluents or carriers for chemical analysis; and biochemical research. This exemption is permitted under the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer and was recently extended by the Parties to the Montreal Protocol through December 31, 2021. This rule extends the exemption within the stratospheric ozone regulations to match the recent extension.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 82 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7414; 42 U.S.C. 7601; 42 U.S.C. 7671 to 7671q Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/10/2014 79 FR 66679

Final Rule 01/26/2015 80 FR 3885

Final Action Effective 01/26/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2014-0621

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest.

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/ozone/title6/exemptions/laboratory.html

Sectors Affected: 541620; 621511; 325412; 54171 Agency Contact: Jeremy Arling Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9055
FAX: 202 343-2338
E-Mail: arling.jeremy@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: David Donaldson Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
6205T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 343-9086
E-Mail: donaldson.david@epa.govEnvironmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS39

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Coal- and Oil-Fired Electric Steam Generating Units

Abstract:

This final rule change will allow sources to comply with the Mercury Air Toxics Standards (MATS) reporting requirements while the EPA revises the Emissions Collection Monitoring Plan System (ECMPS) to accept all reporting that is required in the MATS rule. This action will set up an interim reporting system for sources to comply with until a second rulemaking is finalized requiring the reporting through the ECMPS.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/19/2014 79 FR 68840

Direct Final Rule 11/19/2014 79 FR 68795

Final Rule 03/24/2015 80 FR 15510

Final Action Effective 03/24/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0234

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Barrett Parker Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
D243-05 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5635
FAX: 919 541-1039
E-Mail: parker.barrett@epamail.epa.gov Agency Contact: Ketan Patel Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-03 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-9736
FAX: 919 541-3470
E-Mail: patel.ketan@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS45

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Title: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for Polyvinyl Chloride and Copolymer Production Area Sources, Wastewater Limit Withdrawal

Abstract:

Pursuant to a settlement agreement, in this direct final rule, we have removed the total organic hazardous air pollutant (TOHAP) emission limit for process wastewater at PVC area sources. The Agency has agreed to reconsider the process wastewater standards and has collected additional information to propose new emission standards. This completed rulemaking withdraws the process wastewater TOHAP limit for both new and existing area sources prior to the April 17, 2015, compliance date.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 63 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations )Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial Settlement Agreement: Settlement Agreement between EPA and Petitioners (Oxy Vinyls, PolyOne Corp., Saint-Gobaine Corp. and CertainTeed Corp.) 01/21/2015

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/04/2015 80 FR 6035

Final Action 02/04/2015 80 FR 5938

Final Action Effective 03/30/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Jodi Howard Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-4607
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: howard.jodi@epa.gov Agency Contact: Penny Lassiter Environmental Protection Agency
Air and Radiation
E143-01 Research Triangle Park , NC 27711
Phone: 919 541-5396
FAX: 919 541-0246
E-Mail: lassiter.penny@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Air and Radiation ( AR ) RIN: 2060-AS48

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Title: Cellulosic Waiver Credit Price Calculations and Minor Technical Amendments

Abstract: EPA is taking action to clarify the data sources and methods used to calculate the price of cellulosic waiver credits (CWC). We are also making minor modifications to our regulations to allow the cellulosic waiver credit prices to be announced as quickly as practical after the information on which the CWC price is based is available. Finally, we are announcing the CWC price for the 2014 and 2015 compliance years. In this action we are also making minor amendments to the regulations to correct references and reinsert language regarding fuel produced from Arundo donax or Pennisetum purpureum, which was inadvertently overwritten by the Quality Assurance Program (QAP) final rule (79 FR 42078, July 18, 2014).

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 80 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. Clean Air Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/03/2015 80 FR 18179

Direct Final Rule 04/03/2015 80 FR 18136

NPRM Comment Period End 05/04/2015

Direct Final Rule Comment Period End 05/04/2015

Direct Final Rule Effective 06/02/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Tia Sutton Environmental Protection AgencyAir and Radiation AAFC, Ann Arbor , MI 48105 Ann Arbor , MI 48105
Phone: 734 214-4018
E-Mail: sutton.tia@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ20

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Title: Pesticides; Certification of Pesticide Applicators

Abstract:

EPA is developing a proposed rule to revise the Federal regulations governing the certified pesticide applicator program, based on years of extensive stakeholder engagement and public meetings, to ensure that they adequately protect applicators, the public, and the environment from potential harm due to exposure to restricted use pesticides (RUPs). This action is intended to improve the training and awareness of certified applicators of RUPs and to increase protection for noncertified applicators of RUPs operating under the direct supervision of a certified applicator through enhanced pesticide safety training and standards for supervision of noncertified applicators.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 156; 40 CFR 171 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 136 et seq Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 07/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPP-2005-0561. http://epa.gov/sbrefa/pesticide-applicators.html. This action includes retrospective review under EO 13563; see: http://www.epa.gov/regdarrt/retrospective/history.html.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State;
Tribal
Small Entities Affected: Business Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppfead1/safety/applicators/applicators.htm

Sectors Affected: 9241; 111; 32532; 5617 Agency Contact: Michelle Arling Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-5891
FAX: 703 308-2962
E-Mail: arling.michelle@epa.gov Agency Contact: Kevin Keaney Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506c Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-7666
E-Mail: keaney.kevin@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ38

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Title: Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs); Reassessment of Use Authorizations

Abstract:

EPA's regulations governing the use of Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) in electrical equipment and other applications werefirst issued in the late 1970s and have not been updated since 1998. EPA has initiated rulemaking to reassess the ongoing authorized uses of PCBs to determine whether certain use authorizations should be ended or phased out because they can no longer be justified under section 6(e) of the Toxic Substances Control Act, which requires that the authorized use will not present an unreasonable risk of injury to health and the environment. As the first step in this reassessment, EPA published an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM)in 2010, and took comment through August 20, 2010. EPA reviewed and considered all comments received on the ANPRM in planning the current rulemaking. This action will address the following specific areas: (1) the use, distribution in commerce, marking and storage for reuse of liquid PCBs in electric equipment; (2) improvements to the existing use authorization for natural gas pipelines; and (3) definitional and other regulatory "fixes." The reassessment of use authorizations related to liquid PCBs in equipment will focus on small capacitors in fluorescent light ballasts, large capacitors, transformers and other electrical equipment. In addition, revised testing, characterization, and reporting requirements for PCBs in natural gas pipeline systems to provide more transparency for the Agency and the public when PCB releases occur will be considered. Consistent with Executive Order 13563, "Improving Regulation and Regulatory Review," wherever possible and consistent with the overall objectives of this rulemaking, the Agency will also eliminate or fix regulatory inefficiencies noted by the Agency or in public comments on the ANPRM.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 761 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2605 Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 04/07/2010 75 FR 17645

Second ANPRM 06/16/2010 75 FR 34076

NPRM 03/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2009-0757

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Local; State; Tribal

Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/pcb

Sectors Affected: 31-33; 54; 92; 53; 811; 48-49; 22; 562 Agency Contact: Sara Kemme Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0511
FAX: 202 566-0473
E-Mail: kemme.sara@epa.gov Agency Contact: Peter Gimlin Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0515
FAX: 202 566-0473
E-Mail: gimlin.peter@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ54

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Title: Nanoscale Materials; Chemical Substances When Manufactured, Imported, or Processed as Nanoscale Materials; Reporting and Recordkeeping Requirements

Abstract:

In April 2015,EPA proposed reporting and recordkeeping requirements under section 8(a) of the Toxic Substances Control Act for certain chemical substances when they are manufactured or processed at the nanoscale. Specifically, EPA proposed to require persons that manufacture (defined by statute to include import) or process, or intend to manufacture or process these chemical substances to electronically report to EPA certain information, which includes the specific chemical identity, production volume, methods of manufacture and processing, exposure and release information, and existing data concerning environmental and health effects. This proposal involves one-time reporting for existing nanoscale materials and one-time reporting for new discrete nanoscale materials before they are manufactured or processed. This information would facilitateEPA’s evaluation of the materials and a determination of whether further action, including additional information collection, is needed. Consistent with the President’s memorandum for Executive Agencies regarding Principles for Regulation and Oversight of Emerging Technologies, this proposed rule would facilitate assessment of risks and risk management, examination of the benefits and costs of further measures, and making future decisions based on available scientific evidence.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 704 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2604(a); 15 U.S.C. 2607(a) Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 04/06/2015 80 FR 18330

NPRM Comment Period End 07/06/2015

Final Rule 06/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2010-0572.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest.

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/nano/

Sectors Affected: 325; 324 Agency Contact: Jim Alwood Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8974
FAX: 202 564-9490
E-Mail: alwood.jim@epa.gov Agency Contact: Greg Schweer Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8469
FAX: 202 564-9094
E-Mail: schweer.greg@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ61

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Title: Pesticides; Clarifying Changes to Labeling

Abstract: EPA is considering a proposal to make minor revisions to 40 CFR part 156, Labeling Requirements for Pesticides and Devices. The purpose of this effort is to update the structure of the regulation and make several clarifying changes. In addition to these planned minor revisions, EPA will solicit suggestions from stakeholders on what the Agency might consider for future changes to the labeling regulations.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 156 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 136 et seq Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 02/00/2016Additional Information: SAN No. 5393

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/regulating/labels/productlabels.htm
Sectors Affected: 325320 Agency Contact: Rame Cromwell Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-9068
FAX: 703 305-5884
E-Mail: cromwell.rame@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ65

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Title: Microorganisms: General Exemptions From Reporting Requirements; Revisions of Recipient Organisms Eligible for Tier I and Tier II Exemptions

Abstract:

In 1997, EPA promulgated a final rule under section 5 of Toxic Substances and Control Act (TSCA) to establish the notification procedures for review of certain new microorganisms before they are introduced into commerce. ??New microorganisms are those formed by deliberate combinations of genetic material from organisms classified in different taxonomic genera. This review process is designed to prevent unreasonable risk of injury to human health and the environment without imposing unnecessary regulatory burdens on the biotechnology industry. The rule also established TSCA section 5(h)(4) exemptions from full reporting when 10 specific microorganisms are used as the recipient microorganisms for the introduced genetic material and placed requirements on these recipient microorganism, the introduced genetic material, and the physical containment (40 CFR 725, subpart G). The rule established a mechanism (40 CFR 725.67) for the public to petition the Agency to propose additional recipient microorganisms for such exemptions. Those regulations also described the appropriate supporting information that must be submitted with the petition to provide EPA with a starting point for determining whether the recipient should be listed as a candidate for the tiered exemption. EPA received petitions to add Trichoderma reesei and Bacillus amyloliquefaciens to the list of microorganisms that may be used as recipient microorganisms in order to qualify for the exemption from full notification and reporting procedures under the TSCA for new microorganisms that are being manufactured (defined by statute to include import) for introduction into commerce. Based on EPA's evaluation of these petitions, EPA has made a preliminary determination that certain strains of both microorganisms will not present an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment when used as a recipient microorganism provided that certain criteria for the introduced genetic material and the physical containment conditions are met. Therefore, EPA proposed to add two additional microorganisms to the list of recipient microorganisms that are eligible for exemptions from full reporting for the manufacture (including import) of new microorganisms. After considering public comments, EPA will decide on the issuance of a final rule.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 725 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq. Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 09/05/2012 77 FR 54499

Second NPRM 06/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2011-0740

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/biotech/index.htm Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2011-0740-0001

Sectors Affected: 325 Agency Contact: Greg Schweer Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8469
FAX: 202 564-9094
E-Mail: schweer.greg@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ94

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Title: Significant New Use Rules; Amendments to Hazard Communication Provisions

Abstract:

EPA issued regulations in 1989 for the "Protection in the Workplace" (40 CFR 721.63) and "Hazard Communication Program" (40 CFR 721.72) components of the Significant New Uses of Chemical Substances regulations at 40 CFR 721. Where possible, these regulations are closely aligned with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations at 29 CFR 1910.1200. OSHA issued a final rule on March 26, 2012, that aligns OSHA's Hazard Communication Standards with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). EPA is considering proposing changes to the applicable Significant New Uses of Chemical Substances regulations at 40 CFR 721 to align the EPA regulations, where possible, with the final revisions to the OSHA Hazard Communications Standards. EPA is also considering other changes to 40 CFR part 721 based on issues that have been identified by EPA and public comments for SNURs issued under these regulations.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/opptintr/newchems/ Agency Contact: Jim Alwood Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8974
FAX: 202 564-9490
E-Mail: alwood.jim@epa.gov Agency Contact: Greg Schweer Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8469
FAX: 202 564-9094
E-Mail: schweer.greg@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AK00

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Title: Pesticides; Technical Amendments to Data RequirementsAbstract:

Since updating its data requirements for the registration of conventional, microbial, and biochemical pesticides in October 2007, and for antimicrobial pesticides in May 2013, EPA has identified the need to make a variety of revisions to improve clarity and reduce the frequency of inquiries or confusion related to several technical aspects of the regulations. In particular, EPA is considering several editorial and technical changes, including, for example: (1) correction of scientific units used in the test notes; (2) clarification of information on appropriate test species cited in the test notes; (3) correction of guideline numbers referenced in the tables; and (4) correction of outdated terminology. EPA does not intend for this rulemaking to include any changes that would increase the burden because the changes being considered do not involve requiring new data, or increasing the frequency with which the existing data are required.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 158 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 136 to 136(y) Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/opp00001/regulating/data_requirements.htm

Sectors Affected: 32532 Agency Contact: Kathryn Boyle Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-6304
FAX: 703 305-5884
E-Mail: boyle.kathryn@epa.gov Agency Contact: Martha Shimkin Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-5160
E-Mail: shimkin.martha@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AK03

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Title: Trichloroethylene (TCE); Rulemaking Under TSCA Section 6(a)

Abstract:

Section 6 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) provides authority for EPA to ban or restrict the manufacture (including import), processing, distribution in commerce, and use of chemicals, as well as any manner or method of disposal. EPA
identified trichloroethylene (TCE) for risk evaluation as part of its Work Plan for Chemical Assessment under TSCA. TCE is used in industrial and commercial processes, and also has some limited uses in consumer products. In the June 2014 TSCA Work Plan Chemical Risk Assessment, EPA identified risks associated with commercial degreasing and some consumer uses. EPA is initiating rulemaking under TSCA section 6 to address these risks. Specifically, EPA will determine whether the continued use of TCE in some commercial degreasing uses, as a spotting agent in dry cleaning, and in certain consumer products would pose an
unreasonable risk to human health and the environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: Undetermined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2605 Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/

Sectors Affected: 325 Agency Contact: Toni Krasnic Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0984
E-Mail: krasnic.toni@epa.gov Agency Contact: Katherine Sleasman Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7716
FAX: 202 564-4775
E-Mail: sleasman.katherine@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AK05

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Title: Trichloroethylene (TCE); Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) for Consumer Products

Abstract: EPA intends to propose a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for trichloroethylene (TCE). The SNUR would require persons who intend to manufacture, import, or process TCE for an activity that is designated as a significant new use to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that activity. The required notification would provide EPA with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and, if necessary, to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs to prevent unreasonable risk to human health or the environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/

Sectors Affected: 325 Agency Contact: Katherine Sleasman Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7716
FAX: 202 564-4775
E-Mail: sleasman.katherine@epa.gov Agency Contact: Toni Krasnic Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460Phone: 202 564-0984
E-Mail: krasnic.toni@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AK06

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Title: Procedural Rule Amendment; Requirement for Certain Pesticide Actions to Publish Notices in the Federal Register

Abstract:

Currently, EPA's regulations require the publication of Notices in the Federal Register to provide information concerning registration of a pesticide product with a new active ingredient or new use, announce approvals of specific, quarantine and public health exemptions, and summaries of certain State registrations. When these regulations were promulgated informing the public and other interested parties via publication in the Federal Register was common practice. EPA is considering removing the requirement to publish these Notices in the Federal Register and instead would provide the information on the Agency's website. EPA intends to develop a consolidated website to post this type of information, which will be more accessible to the public and other interested parties, as well as a more cost effective and efficient mechanism for providing timely updates.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 152.102; 40 CFR 166.30(b); 40 CFR 162.153 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 136w(a)(1) Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 11/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No
Sectors Affected: 325320 Agency Contact: Cameo Smoot Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-5454
E-Mail: smoot.cameo@epa.gov Agency Contact: Martha Shimkin Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-5160
E-Mail: shimkin.martha@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AK07

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Title: N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP) and Methylene Chloride; Rulemaking Under TSCA Section 6(a)

Abstract:

Section 6 of the Toxic Substances Control Act provides authority for EPA to ban or restrict the manufacture (including import), processing, distribution in commerce, and use of chemicals, as well as any manner or method of disposal of chemicals. EPA
identified n-methylpyrrolidone (NMP) and methylene chloride and for risk evaluation as part of its Work Plan for Chemical
Assessment under TSCA. NMP and methylene chloride are used in commercial processes and in consumer products in residential settings. In the August 2014 TSCA Work Plan Chemical Risk Assessment for methylene chloride and draft January 2013 TSCA Risk Assessment for NMP, EPA identified risks associated with commercial and consumer paint and varnish stripping uses. EPA is initiating rulemaking under TSCA section 6 to address these risks. Specifically, EPA will determine whether the use of NMP and methylene chloride in commercial and consumer paint and varnish strippers pose an unreasonable
risk to human health and the environment.Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: Undetermined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2605 Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Yes Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/

Sectors Affected: 325 Agency Contact: Niva Kramek Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 605-1193
FAX: 703 305-5884
E-Mail: kramek.niva@epa.gov Agency Contact: Katherine Sleasman Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7716
FAX: 202 564-4775
E-Mail: sleasman.katherine@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ08

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Title: Certain Polybrominated Diphenylethers; Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) and Test Rule

Abstract:

EPA is developing a final Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), as well as a test rule under section 4 of TSCA, for certain polybrominated diphenylethers (PBDEs). Under a SNUR, persons who intend to engage in any significant new use would be required to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that new use. The required notification would enable EPA to evaluate the significant new use of these chemical substances and, if necessary, appropriately address risks to human health or the environment by limiting or prohibiting those uses before they occur. On April 2, 2012, EPA proposed to designate processing for any use as a significant new use of tetraBDE, pentaBDE, hexaBDE, heptaBDE, octaBDE, and nonaBDE. EPA also proposed that manufacturing, importing, or processing of these
six PBDEs for any use as part of an article be designated as a significant new use. In addition, EPA proposed to designate manufacturing, importing and processing (including as part of an article), of a seventh PBDE, decabromodiphenyl ether (decaBDE) for any use, as a significant new use. Finally, EPA proposed to require that anyone who manufactures, imports, or processes c-pentaBDE, c-octaBDE, or c-decaBDE after December 31, 2013, conduct testing to obtain and subsequently submit to EPA specific data on health effects, environmental effects, and chemical fate. PBDEs are a family of chemicals with a common structure of a brominated diphenyl ether molecule which may have anywhere from four to 10 bromine atoms attached. PBDEs have been widely used as flame retardants in a number of applications: c-pentaBDE was used primarily as an additive flame retardant in flexible polyurethane foams; c-octaBDE was used in a crylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) plastic which was used as casing for certain electric and electronic devices used in both offices and homes. Domestic manufacture of c-pentaBDE and c-octaBDE ceased in 2004 when the Great Lakes Chemical Corporation (now Chemtura Corporation) voluntarily phased out their production. In December 2009, the two U.S. producers of decaBDE, Albemarle Corporation and Chemtura Corporation, and the largest U.S. importer, ICL Industrial Products, Inc., announced commitments to phase out manufacture and importation of decaBDE for most uses in the United States by December 31, 2012, and to end manufacture and import for all uses by the
end of 2013.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721; 40 CFR 790 to 799 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations )Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/25/1991 56 FR 29140

Second NPRM 04/02/2012 77 FR 19862

NPRM Comment Period Extended 05/24/2012 77 FR 30972

Final Rule 03/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2010-1039. http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/actionplans/pbde.html

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: www.epa.gov/oppt/chemtest Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2010-1039-0001

Sectors Affected: 325520; 325188; 325199; 325998; 335999; 339999; 314999; 326199; 326299; 334310; 336111; 337920; 313210; 322221; 322222; 334112; 334113; 331421; 331422; 335931; 314121; 325991; 335211; 334111; 313320; 562211; 336120; 335221; 335224; 335222; 335212; 326130; 336112; 337910; 327993; 313230; 337214; 331319; 335929; 334119; 335228; 322121; 325211; 334220; 326220; 325212; 313312; 337121; 326150 Agency Contact: Catherine Roman Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8172
FAX: 202 564-4765
E-Mail: roman.catherine@epa.gov Agency Contact: Kirsten Hesla Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
4410-E Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-2984
FAX: 202 564-4775
E-Mail: hesla.kirsten@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ22

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Title: Pesticides; Agricultural Worker Protection Standard Revisions

Abstract:

In 2014, the EPA proposed to revise the federal regulations issued under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) that direct agricultural worker protection (40 CFR 170). The proposed changes are in response to extensive stakeholder review of the regulation and its implementation since 1992, and reflect current research on how to mitigate occupational pesticide exposure to agricultural workers and pesticide handlers. The EPA is proposing to strengthen the protections provided to agricultural workers and handlers under the worker protection standard by improving elements of the existing regulation, such as training, notification, communication materials, use of personal protective equipment, and decontamination supplies. The EPA expects the revisions, once final, to prevent unreasonable adverse effects from exposure to pesticides among agricultural workers and pesticide handlers; vulnerable groups, such as minority and low-income populations, child farmworkers, and farmworker families; and the general public. The EPA recognizes the importance and independence of family farms and is proposing to expand the immediate family exemption to the WPS.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 170 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 136w et seq Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR CiteNPRM 03/19/2014 79 FR 15443

NPRM Comment Period Extended 05/14/2014 79 FR 27546

Final Rule 08/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPP-2011-0184-0119

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/health/worker.htm Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQOPP-2011-0184

Sectors Affected: 111; 541690; 32532; 541712; 8133; 115 Agency Contact: Kathy Davis Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-7002
FAX: 703 308-2962
E-Mail: davis.kathy@epa.gov Agency Contact: Richard Pont Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-6448
FAX: 703 308-2962
E-Mail: pont.richard@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ28

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Title: Pesticides; Expansion of Crop Grouping Program

Abstract:

In phases, EPA is revising the current pesticide crop grouping regulations to create new crop groupings, add new subgroups, and expand existing crop groups by adding new commodities. The current crop groupings allow EPA to establish pesticide tolerances for multiple related crops based upon data for a representative set of crops. EPA expects these revisions to promote greater use of crop grouping for tolerance-setting purposes and to facilitate the availability of pesticides for minor crop uses. EPA is currently developing a final rule--the fourth in the series.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 180.41 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 21 U.S.C. 346a et seq Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 05/23/2007 72 FR 28920

Final Rule 12/07/2007 72 FR 69150

Second NPRM 01/06/2010 75 FR 807

Second Final Rule 12/08/2010 75 FR 76285

Third NPRM 11/09/2011 76 FR 69693

Third Final Rule 08/22/2012 77 FR 50617

Fourth NPRM 11/14/2014 79 FR 68153

Fourth Final Rule 11/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPP-2006-0766

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: NoInternational Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest.

RIN Information
URL: http://cfpub1.epa.gov/oppref/food_feed/index.cfm

Sectors Affected: 325320 Agency Contact: Rame Cromwell Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-9068
FAX: 703 305-5884
E-Mail: cromwell.rame@epa.gov Agency Contact: Martha Shimkin Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-5160
E-Mail: shimkin.martha@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ44

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Title: Formaldehyde; Third-Party Certification Framework for the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products

Abstract:

The EPA is developing a final rule under the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act that was enacted in 2010 as title VI of Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), 15 U.S.C. 2697, to establish specific formaldehyde emission limits for hardwood plywood, particleboard, and medium-density fiberboard, which are identical to the California emission limits for these products. In 2013, the EPA issued a proposed rule under TSCA title VI to establish a framework for a TSCA title VI Third-Party Certification Program whereby third-party certifiers (TPCs) are accredited by accreditation bodies (ABs) so that they may certify composite wood product panel producers under TSCA title VI. The proposed rule identifies the roles and responsibilities of the groups involved in the TPC process (EPA, ABs, and TPCs), as well as the criteria for participation in the program. This proposal contains general requirements for TPCs, such as conducting and verifying formaldehyde emission tests, inspecting and auditing panel producers, and ensuring that panel producers' quality assurance and quality control procedures comply with the regulations set forth in the proposed rule. A separate Regulatory Agenda entry (RIN 2070-AJ92) covers the other proposed regulation to implement the statutory formaldehyde emission standards for hardwood plywood, medium-density fiberboard, and particleboard sold, supplied, offered for sale, or manufactured (including imported) in the United States. EPA may decide to issue a single final rule to promulgate the final requirements related to both proposed rules.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 770 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2697 Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Deadline for promulgation of regulations, per 15 USC 2697(d). 01/01/2013

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 12/03/2008 73 FR 73620

Second ANPRM 01/30/2009 74 FR 5632

NPRM 06/10/2013 78 FR 34795

NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/23/2013 78 FR 44090

NPRM Comment Period Extended 08/21/2013 78 FR 51696

Final Rule 11/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:ANPRM stage: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2008-0627; NPRM Stage: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2011-0380.. See
also RIN 2070-AJ92.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be ofinternational interest.

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/opptintr/chemtest/formaldehyde/index.html Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPAHQ-OPPT-2011-0380-0001

Sectors Affected: 541611; 541990; 561990; 813910; 541330; 813920; 321219; 541380; 3212 Agency Contact: Robert Courtnage Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1081
E-Mail: courtnage.robert@epa.gov Agency Contact: Toiya Goodlow Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances 7404T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2305
E-Mail: goodlow.toiya@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ79

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Title: Pesticides; Revisions to Minimum Risk Exemptions

Abstract: EPA is developing the final rule related to revisions it proposed in December 2012. Specifically, EPA proposed to more clearly describe the active and inert ingredients permitted in products eligible for the exemption from regulation for minimum risk pesticides. These lists would be reorganized by adding specific chemical identifiers that would make it clearer which ingredients are permitted in minimum risk pesticide products. No ingredients would be added or removed from the exemption. The label requirements in the exemption would also be modified to require the use of specific common chemical names in lists of ingredients on minimum risk pesticide product labels, and to require producer contact information on the label. These changes are intended to maintain the availability of minimum risk pesticide products while providing more consistent information for consumers, clearer regulations for producers, and easier identification by states, tribes and EPA as to whether a product is in compliance with the exemption.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 152.25 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 136a et seq Federal Insecticide Fungicide and Rodenticide Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 12/31/2012 77 FR 76979

Final Rule 07/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPP-2010-0305. Split from RIN 2070-AJ45.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Federal; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppbppd1/biopesticides/regtools/25b_list.htm

Sectors Affected: 3251; 3253; 32532; 325320 Agency Contact: Ryne Yarger Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances Washington, DC 20460 Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 605-1193
E-Mail: yarger.ryne@epa.gov Agency Contact: Joe Hogue Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506CWashington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-9072
FAX: 703 305-5884
E-Mail: hogue.joe@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ88

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Title: Significant New Use Rule (SNUR); HBCD (Hexabromocyclododecane) Used in Textiles

Abstract: EPA is developing a final significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) and 1,2,5,6,9,10- hexabromocyclododecane (collectively referred to as HBCD). On March 23, 2012, EPA proposed to designate as a significant new use any use of HBCD in consumer textiles other than for use in motor vehicles (which is ongoing) as a significant new use. EPA also proposed to make the exemption for persons that process or import these chemical substances as part of articles inapplicable for persons who would import or process HBCD in consumer textiles other than for use in motor vehicles. Under a SNUR, persons who intend to engage in any significant new use would be required to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that new use. The required notification would enable EPA to evaluate the significant new use uses of these chemical substances and, if necessary, appropriately address risks to human health or the environment by limiting or prohibiting those uses before they occur.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq.; 15 U.S.C. 2604 Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/26/2012 77 FR 17386

Final Rule 05/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2011-0489

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/ Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2011-0489-0001

Sectors Affected: 238320; 313312; 314121; 314129; 314999; 325; 337125; 337910; 337920; 423210; 423220; 811420 Agency Contact: Sue Slotnick Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-1973
E-Mail: slotnick.sue@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ91

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Title: Significant New Use Rule for Toluene Diisocyanates (TDI) and Related Compounds

Abstract:

On January 15, 2015, EPA proposed a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for 2,4-toluene diisocyanate, 2,6-toluene diisocyanate, toluene diisocyanate unspecified isomers (these three chemical substances are hereafter referred to as toluene diisocyanates or TDI) and related compounds (toluene diisocyanate trimer, poly(toluene diisocyanate), toluene diisocyanate dimer, and toluene diisocyanate cyclic trimer). Worker exposures are already subject to protective controls in occupational settings, but EPA is concerned about potential health effects that mayresult from exposures to the consumer or self-employed worker while using products containing uncured TDI and its related polyisocyanates (e.g., spray-applied sealants and coatings) or incidental exposures to the general population while such products are used in or around buildings including homes or schools. The SNUR would require persons who intend to manufacture (including import) or process these chemical substances for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by the proposed rule to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that activity. EPA also proposed to make the general SNUR article exemption for persons who import or process these chemical substances as part of an article inapplicable. The required notification would provide EPA with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and, if necessary, to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (Revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2604(a) Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/15/2015 80 FR 2068

NPRM Comment Period Extended 02/23/2015 80 FR 9427

Final Rule 03/00/2016

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals

Sectors Affected: 326199; 325; 3255; 32411; 326150 Agency Contact: Katherine Sleasman Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7716
FAX: 202 564-4775
E-Mail: sleasman.katherine@epa.gov Agency Contact: Loraine Passe Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7406M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-9064
E-Mail: passe.loraine@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ92

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Title: Formaldehyde Emissions Standards for Composite Wood Products

Abstract:

The EPA is developing a final rule under the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act that was enacted in 2010 as title VI of Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), 15 U.S.C. 2697, and requires that the EPA promulgate implementing regulations to establish specific formaldehyde emission limits for hardwood plywood, particleboard, and medium-density fiberboard, which limits are identical to the California emission limits for these products. In 2013, the EPA proposed regulations to implement emissions standards established by TSCA title VI for composite wood products sold, supplied, offered for sale, or manufactured in the United States. Pursuant to TSCA section 3(7), the definition of "manufacture" includes import. As required by title VI, these regulations apply to hardwood plywood, medium-density fiberboard, and particleboard. TSCA title VI also directs EPA to promulgate supplementary provisions to ensure compliance with the emissions standards, including provisions related to labeling; chain of custody requirements; sell-through provisions; ULEF resins; no-added formaldehyde-based resins; finished goods; third-party testing and certification; auditing and reporting of third-party certifiers; recordkeeping; enforcement; laminated products; and exceptions from the requirements of regulations promulgated pursuant to this subsection for products and components containing de minimis amounts of composite wood products. A separate Regulatory Agenda entry (RIN 2070- AJ44) addresses requirements for accrediting bodies and third-party certifiers. EPA may decide to issue a single final rule to promulgate the final requirements related to both proposed rules.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final RuleMajor: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Private Sector

CFR Citation: 40 CFR 770 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2697 Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

Other Statutory Statutory Deadline 01/01/2013

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/10/2013 78 FR 34820

NPRM Comment Period Extended 07/23/2013 78 FR 44089

NPRM Comment Period Extended 08/21/2013 78 FR 51695

Notice 04/08/2014 79 FR 19305

NPRM Comment Period Extended 05/09/2014 79 FR 26678

Final Rule 11/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2012-0018. See also RIN 2070-AJ44.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Business Government Levels Affected: No

Federalism: No Energy Affected: No International Impacts: This regulatory action will be likely to have international trade and investment effects, or otherwise be of
international interest.

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/opptintr/chemtest/formaldehyde/index.html Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPAHQ-OPPT-2012-0018-0001

Sectors Affected: 325199; 337212; 321213; 423210; 442110; 444130; 321211; 444110; 337127; 423310; 453930; 321991; 336213; 337122; 444190; 423390; 325211; 321992; 321219; 441210; 337215; 321212; 336214; 337121; 337110; 337211;
337129 Agency Contact: Cindy Wheeler Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0484
E-Mail: wheeler.cindy@epa.gov Agency Contact: Lynn Vendinello Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0514
FAX: 202 564-0473
E-Mail: vendinello.lynn@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ98

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Title: Electronic Reporting; Revisions to Notification Regulations for TSCA Section 5 Premanufacture and Significant New Use
Notification

Abstract:

This direct final rule would update the version of e-PMN software that is required for the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) section 5 Premanufacture, Significant New Use Notification and biotechnology regulations. In January 2010, EPA issued a final rule requiring the use of the e-PMN reporting software for the submission of Premanufacture Notices (PMNs) and other TSCA section 5 notices and support documents to the Agency using the Internet through EPA's Central Data Exchange (CDX). This new version of the e-PMN software will operate as a "cloud" software system rather than as a downloadable software system. This updated version of the software will eliminate certain firewall and file submission size limitations that exist with the current version of the software. In addition, this rule would extend electronic submission requirements to certain other section 5 notices and address certain regulatory clarifications.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 720; 40 CFR 721; 40 CFR 721 (revision); 40 CFR 725; 40 CFR 723 (To search for a specific CFR, visit
the Code of Federal Regulations )Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Direct Final Rule 05/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/newchems/index.htm

Sectors Affected: 325; 324110 Agency Contact: Geraldine Hilton Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8986
FAX: 202 564-9490
E-Mail: hilton.geraldine@epa.gov Agency Contact: Greg Schweer Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8469
FAX: 202 564-9094
E-Mail: schweer.greg@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ99

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Title: Long-Chain Perfluoroalkyl Carboxylate and Perfluoroalkyl Sulfonate Chemical Substances; Significant New Use Rule

Abstract: On January 21, 2015, EPA proposed a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for long-chain perfluoroalkyl carboxylate (LCPFAC) chemical substances, and for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) or its salts. EPA also proposed to make the article exemption inapplicable to the import of certain identified chemical substances. In addition, EPA also proposed an amendment to a SNUR for perfluoroalkyl sulfonate (PFAS) chemical substances that would make the article exemption inapplicable to the import of PFAS chemical substances as part of carpets. The SNUR would require persons who intend to manufacture, import, or process these chemicals for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by the proposed rule to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that activity. The required notification would provide EPA with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and, if necessary, to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs to prevent unreasonable risk to human
health or the environment.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 720 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/21/2015 80 FR 2885

NPRM Comment Period Extended 03/16/2015 80 FR 13513

Final Rule 10/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2013-0225

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: NoRIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/actionplans/pfcs.html Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPAHQ-OPPT-2013-0225-0001

Sectors Affected: 31311; 314110; 324110; 325; 423220; 561740 Agency Contact: Toni Krasnic Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0984
E-Mail: krasnic.toni@epa.gov Agency Contact: Katherine Sleasman Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7716
FAX: 202 564-4775
E-Mail: sleasman.katherine@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AK02

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Title: Lead-Based Paint Program; Amendment to Jurisdictions and Renovator Refresher Training Requirements

Abstract:

EPA is developing a final rule that would implement several minor amendments to the EPA lead-based paint program that wouldimprove efficiencies and save resources for those involved. On January 14, 2015, EPA proposed changes to the EPA leadbased paint program that would, among other things, amend the renovation, repair and painting rule by removing the requirement for hands-on refresher training for renovators so that they can take the refresher course online and without the need to travel to a training facility for the hands-on portion. EPA also proposed to amend the lead-based paint abatement program by removing the requirement for firms, training providers and individuals to apply for and be certified or accredited in each jurisdiction where they work (i.e., State, tribe or territory where EPA runs the abatement program). After years of implementing the abatement program, the Agency believes that jurisdictions are no longer needed. Eliminating jurisdictions would increase efficiencies for all involved, lower burden and costs for applicants and save EPA time processing applications. A separate Regulatory Agenda entry (RIN 2070-AK04) addresses EPA's related final rule addresses an extension of certifications for certain renovators so that they may benefit from the cost savings associated with these minor amendments.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 745 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2682 Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 01/14/2015 80 FR 1873

Final Rule 12/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2014-0304

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: Business; Governmental Jurisdictions; Organizations Federalism: No

Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www2.epa.gov/lead Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2014-0304

Sectors Affected: 624410; 236; 611110; 611519; 531; 238 Agency Contact: Marc Edmonds Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0758
E-Mail: edmonds.marc@epa.govAgency Contact: Michelle Price Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0744

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ56

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Title: Lead; Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program for Public and Commercial Buildings

Abstract:

Section 402(c)(3) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) requires the EPA to regulate renovation or remodeling activities in target housing (most pre-1978 housing), pre-1978 public buildings, and commercial buildings that create lead-based paint hazards. On April 22, 2008, the EPA issued a final rule to address lead-based paint hazards created by these activities in target housing and child-occupied facilities (child-occupied facilities are a subset of pre-1978 public and commercial buildings where children under age 6 spend a significant amount of time). The 2008 rule established requirements for training renovators, other renovation workers, and dust sampling technicians; for certifying renovators, dust sampling technicians, and renovation firms; for accrediting providers of renovation and dust sampling technician training; for renovation work practices; and for recordkeeping. After the 2008 rule was published,the EPA was sued, in part, for failing to address potential hazards created by the renovation of public and commercial buildings. In the settlement agreement and subsequent amendments, the EPA agreed to commence proceedings to determine whether or not renovations of public and commercial buildings create hazards. Further, if these activities do create hazards, the EPA agreed to propose work practice and other requirements by July 1, 2015, and to take final action, if appropriate, no later than 18 months after the proposal.

Priority: Economically Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: Yes Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 745 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2682(c)(3) Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: Per 9/7/2012 Amended Settlement Agreement in National Assoc. of Homebuilders v. EPA

Action Source Description Date

Other Judicial ANPRM - 2009 Settlement agreement 04/22/2010

NPRM Judicial Deadline from 2012 amended; Settlement agreement 07/01/2015

Other Judicial Deadline from 2012 amended; Settlement agreement 01/01/2017

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 05/06/2010 75 FR 24848

Notice 12/31/2012 77 FR 76996

Notice 05/13/2013 78 FR 27906

Notice 05/30/2014 79 FR 31072

Notice 08/06/2014 79 FR 45796

NPRM 08/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2010-0173

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Federal; Local; State; Tribal

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www2.epa.gov/lead

Sectors Affected: 236220; 238310; 238210; 238350; 238150; 236210; 531120; 531312; 238390; 921190; 238320; 238220; 238170; 238340 Agency Contact: Hans Scheifele Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3122
E-Mail: scheifele.hans@epa.gov Agency Contact: Cindy Wheeler Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0484E-Mail: wheeler.cindy@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ93

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Title: Hydraulic Fracturing Chemicals and Mixtures

Abstract:

In response to a petition filed under section 21 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), EPA issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that published in May 2014 to solicit input on possible reporting. EPA plans to develop a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to obtain data on hydraulic fracturing chemical substances and mixtures. The mechanism for obtaining data could be regulatory (under TSCA section 8(a) and/or section 8(d)), voluntary, or a combination of both, and could include best management practices, third-party certification and collection, and incentives for disclosure of this information. The Agency plans to consider ways to minimize reporting burdens and costs and avoid the duplication of State and other Federal agency information collections, while maximizing data available for EPA risk characterization, external transparency, and public understanding. EPA anticipates that States, tribes, industry, public interest groups, and members of the public will provide input to EPA on reporting information needs and concerns.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: Undetermined Unfunded Mandates: Undetermined
CFR Citation: 40 CFR subchapter R (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq., Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 05/19/2014 79 FR 28664

Second ANPRM 07/14/2014 79 FR 40703

NPRM 12/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2011-1019

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: Undetermined Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Federalism: Undetermined Energy Affected: Undetermined

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/hydraulicfracture/ Agency Contact: Bryan Lobar Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7408M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-7378
FAX: 202 564-8251
E-Mail: lobar.bryan@epa.gov Agency Contact: Paul Lewis Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-6738
FAX: 202 564-4755
E-Mail: lewis.paul@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ96

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Title: Certain Nonylphenols and Nonylphenol Ethoxylates; Significant New Use Rule

Abstract: On October 1, 2014, EPA proposed a significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for related chemicals known commonly as nonylphenols (NPs) and nonylphenol ethoxylates (NPEs). The SNUR would require persons who intend to manufacture, import, or process certain NP and NPE chemicals for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by the proposed rule to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that activity. Therequired notification would provide EPA with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and, if necessary, to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs to prevent unreasonable risk to human health or the environment.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Long-term Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2604(a) Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline:

Action Source Description Date

None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 10/01/2014 79 FR 59186

NPRM Comment Period Extended 11/28/2014 79 FR 70823

Final Rule 08/00/2016

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2007-0490. This action was previously under development with RIN 2070-
AJ34

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/pubs/actionplans/npnpe.html Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPAHQ-OPPT-2007-0490-0211

Sectors Affected: 324110; 325; 325613 Agency Contact: Jeffrey Taylor Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20004
Phone: 202 564-8828
FAX: 202 564-4775
E-Mail: taylor.jeffrey@epa.gov Agency Contact: John Schaeffer Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7405M Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-8173
FAX: 202 564-4765
E-Mail: schaeffer.john@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ52

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Title: Significant New Use Rule for Glymes

Abstract:

EPA promulgated a final significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act for certain ethylene glycol ethers (also known as glymes). The final SNUR requires persons who intend to manufacture (including import) or process certain ethylene glycol ethers for an activity that is designated as a significant new use by this rule to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing any significant new use. The required notifications will provide EPA with the opportunity to evaluate the intended use and, if necessary, to prohibit or limit that activity before it occurs.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (revision) (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq., Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR CiteNPRM 07/12/2011 76 FR 40860

Final Rule 12/16/2014 79 FR 74639

Final Action Effective 02/17/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2009-0767

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/existingchemicals/ Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2009-0767-0001

Sectors Affected: 325520; 325199; 325; 336340; 325510; 324110; 325910 Agency Contact: Kirsten Hesla Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
4410-E Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-2984
FAX: 202 564-4775
E-Mail: hesla.kirsten@epa.gov Agency Contact: Leslie Cronkhite Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
4606 Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-3878
E-Mail: cronkhite.leslie@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ62

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Title: Pesticides; Public Availability of Identities of Inert Ingredients in Pesticides

Abstract:

In an advance notice of proposed rulemaking issued in 2009, EPA sought public comment on a variety of approaches under consideration, including disclosure based on hazard and broader disclosure of inert ingredient identities. EPA initiated this rulemaking in response to two petitions filed under the Administrative Procedures Act seeking disclosure of selected inert ingredients on pesticide labels (based on the hazard of that ingredient). The petitioners asserted that such a rulemaking would assist consumers and users of pesticides in making informed decisions and reduce the presence of potentially hazardous ingredients in pesticides. On May 22, 2014, EPA informed the petitioners that the Agency had determined to no longer pursue a rulemaking, because EPA believed that it could achieve greater risk reduction through a series of non-rule actions designed to reduce the presence of hazardous inert ingredients in specific pesticide products. The Agency was sued by the petitioners claiming "unreasonable delay." On September 15, 2014, the court decided in EPA favor (Center for Environmental Health, et al., v. Gina McCarthy, United States District Court, Northern District of California).

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: Not Yet Determined (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 7 U.S.C. 136 et seq Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

ANPRM 12/23/2009 74 FR 68215

Second ANPRM 02/22/2010 75 FR 7560

Withdrawn 05/22/2014

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPP-2009-0635

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/Sectors Affected: 325510; 325320 Agency Contact: Kerry Leifer Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7505P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 308-8811
FAX: 703 305-6920
E-Mail: leifer.kerry@epa.gov Agency Contact: Martha Shimkin Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7506P Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 703 305-5160
E-Mail: shimkin.martha@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AJ73

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Title: Significant New Use Rule (SNUR); Benzidine-Based Dyes; Di-n-pentyl phthalate (DnPP); and Alkanes, C12-13, Chloro

Abstract:

EPA promulgated a final significant new use rule (SNUR) under section 5(a)(2) of the Toxic Substances Control Act for
nine benzidine-based chemical substances (dyes), di-n-pentyl-pthalate (DnPP) and alkanes, C12-13, chloro (CASRN 71011- 12-6). Under a SNUR, persons who intend to engage in any significant new use would be required to notify EPA at least 90 days before commencing that new use. The required notification would enable EPA to evaluate the significant new uses of these chemical substances and, if necessary, appropriately address risks to human health or the environment by limiting or prohibiting those uses before they occur. EPA added nine chemicals (dyes) to the benzidine-based chemical substances (dyes) (SNUR) at 40 CFR section 721.1660. The amendment made the exemption for persons that process or import these chemical substances as part of articles inapplicable for chemicals previously listed in 40 CFR section 721.1660(a)(2) as well as for the nine benzidine-based dyes addresses in the final SNUR. EPA also designated any use of DnPP, except as a chemical standard for laboratory use, as a significant new use. In addition, EPA designated any use of alkanes, C12-13, chloro (CASRN 71011-12- 6) a significant new use.

Priority: Other Significant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 721 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2601 et seq., Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 03/28/2012 77 FR 18752

Final Rule 12/29/2014 79 FR 77891

Final Action Effective 02/27/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OPPT-2010-0573. This action has been merged with 2070-AJ78 and 2070-AJ81.

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information
URL: http://www.epa.gov/oppt/newchems/pubs/snun.htm Public Comment
URL: http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=EPA-HQOPPT-2010-0573-0001

Sectors Affected: 325998; 4243; 325; 316; 322; 324191; 324; 325211; 313 Agency Contact: Sara Kemme Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0511
FAX: 202 566-0473
E-Mail: kemme.sara@epa.gov Agency Contact: Lynn Vendinello Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0514
FAX: 202 564-0473
E-Mail: vendinello.lynn@epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances ( OPPTS ) RIN: 2070-AK04

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Title: Lead-Based Paint Program; Extension of Renovator Certifications

Abstract:

On January 14, 2015, EPA published a proposed rule that would, among other things, change the requirements for the refresher training course that renovators under its Renovation, Repair and Painting Program must take to become recertified so renovators can take the course online without having to travel to a training facility. In the proposed rule, EPA expressed concern that, by the time a final rule is published, many renovators would have already taken the refresher training that includes the hands-on learning and missed out on the expected burden savings that would result from the rulemaking, and sought public comment on whether the certifications of those renovators should therefore be extended. EPA is developing a final rule that would extend the certifications for this subset of renovators. A separate Regulatory Agenda entry (RIN 2070-AK02) addresses the remaining elements of the proposed rule that EPA intends to finalize later in 2015.

Priority: Info./Admin./Other Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Completed Action Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 745 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 2682 Toxic Substances Control Act Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

Final Rule 04/16/2015 80 FR 20444

Final Rule Effective 04/16/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://www2.epa.gov/lead

Sectors Affected: 236; 238 Agency Contact: Marc Edmonds Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0758
E-Mail: edmonds.marc@epa.gov Agency Contact: Michelle Price Environmental Protection Agency Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances
7404T Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-0744

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of the Administrator ( AdmO ) RIN: 2090-AA39

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Title: Nondiscrimination in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Assistance From the Environmental Protection Agency

Abstract:

EPA's nondiscrimination regulations prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and sex in the programs and activities that receive Federal Financial Assistance. Promulgating these amendments will conform EPA's title VI regulations with those of the U.S. Department of Justice and more than 20 other Federal Agencies.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed RuleMajor: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 7; 40 CFR 9 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1251; 42 U.S.C. 7000; 29 U.S.C. 794 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2015

Additional Information: Docket #:EPA-HQ-OA-2013-0031

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: No
Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No Agency Contact: Helena Wooden-Aguilar Environmental Protection Agency Office of the Administrator
1201A Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 564-0792
E- Mail: wooden- aguilar.helena@epamail.epa.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of the Administrator ( AdmO ) RIN: 2090- AA40

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Title: Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Procurement Under Environmental Protection Agency Financial Assistance Agreements

Abstract:

This action is meant to ensure nondiscrimination in the award of contracts under EPA financial assistance agreements, to harmonize EPA's Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program objectives with the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Adarand Constructors, Inc. v. Pena, to help remove barriers to the participation of DBEs in the award of contracts under EPA financial assistance agreements; and to provide appropriate flexibility to recipients of EPA financial assistance in establishing and providing contracting opportunities for DBEs.

Priority: Substantive, Nonsignificant Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Proposed Rule Major: No Unfunded Mandates: No
CFR Citation: 40 CFR 33 (To search for a specific CFR, visit the Code of Federal Regulations ) Legal Authority: 15 U.S.C. 637; 42 U.S.C. 4370 Legal Deadline: None

Timetable:

Action Date FR Cite

NPRM 06/00/2015

Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No Government Levels Affected: Local; State; Tribal

Small Entities Affected: No Federalism: No Energy Affected: No

RIN Information URL: http://epa.gov/osbp/dbe_team.htm

Sectors Affected: 5413; 541512; 541511; 541620; 562211; 541320; 532420; 453210; 541618; 56291; 562910; 221320; 541380; 56211; 221310 Agency Contact: Teree Henderson Environmental Protection Agency Office of the Administrator Washington, DC 20460 Washington , DC 20460
Phone: 202 566-2222
E- Mail: henderson.teree@epa.gov